[Husker] Husker Outlook

[Duane Feldman]

Well, I can't argue with your logic -- we both see the glass as less than
full, but more than half full.  We'll see where the season takes us.  I
agree that the preponderance of swing games being played outside of Lincoln
is a huge obstacle to getting a better record overall.

A couple of very minor points in your discussion however:
First, I agree that Ganz used his feet to buy time to get the pass off, but
I think you will find Lee is both faster and a better runner overall.  I
hear that Watson is going to increase the number of "zone read" plays (can
you say "option?") to take advantage of Lee's speed.  It is possible that
this will be reconsidered given yesterdays news that Spano is out for the
year. 
Second, given Roy and Q (plus Lee if they continue to use the zone read
plays), expect a shift in yardage mix from passing to running.
Third, I'm more optimistic about the LB's than are you.  Last year we had no
returning starters, Glenn (an unpracticed RB) at one spot, Dillard
(previously a backup to McKeon) and Wortman (a walk-on with little playing
time).  This year we have Dillard (8 starts) and Lawrence (4 starts)
returning. Yes, I know Dillard and Lawrence may not start but their
experience puts us ahead of last year in any case.  Add in all those
redshirt freshmen and Martin and things should be better this year.

Anyway, thanks for voicing your opinion.  Any other opinions?

Duane Feldman


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From: husker-bounces at tssi.com [mailto:husker-bounces at tssi.com] On Behalf Of
Tommy Thompson
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 5:04 PM
To: 'Husker List'
Subject: Re: [Husker] Husker Outlook

I have a mixed opinion on the upcoming Husker season.  While I feel the team

improved as last year's season progressed, I think the loss of critical 
players and a tougher schedule could prove formidable.

My predictions for next year.
Offense:
Improvement in the running game, due to a stronger and better prepared line.
Drop in the running game by the QB.
Passing game stays the same.
Overall, slightly less productive, as Ganz did a lot with his feet.

Defense:
Continued improvement in the line.
LB corps stays the same.  (ineffective)
DB's improve dramatically.  (this is critical)
Overall, based improved DB play, the defense dominates.

Overall:
8-4  regular season
Losses to VaTech, TT, KU, and OU.
Nebraska blows out Missouri and Colorado.
KU loses to S. Miss, OU, TT, Texas, and surprisingly, to Missouri.
Nebraska faces Texas in the Big XII Championship and loses a tough game.
Nebraska faces BYU in the Holiday Bowl and totally crushes them.
Final record of 9-5 and ranked #20.

Next year:
Much improved offense
Excellent defense
11-1 regular season, with only loss to Texas
Beat Texas in the Big XII Championship game.
Beat Penn St in a BCS Bowl
Final record 13-1 and ranked #3.

Tommy Thompson (Pa)
"GO BIG RED"
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