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To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 25, 2014, 11:58 PM
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Just remember that Chad Morris came to Clemson in 2011 and took one of the worst offenses in the country and built a completely new offense around several unknown players (just like this year) and turned it into one of the best offenses in the country. And that was in his first year.
Why would you expect any sort of drop off with players who know the offense front and back? All of our players were still learning the offense that year. Yes, many of our players are unproven this year, but so were Tajh Boyd and Sammy Watkins and look what Chad Morris did with them in 2011.
Don't doubt. Believe.
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 12:11 AM
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I'm convinced . At about 9pm Saturday night , so will all the Clemson doubters.
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Amen, brother!***
Aug 26, 2014, 1:49 PM
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 5:54 AM
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They just think since all of the super stars on offense are gone that there is nothing left. I love that they are all under estimating Stoudt. I think he comes in and turns a few heads. For one he is taller(Heather Diedrich) and he doesnt have to move around the pocket to see down field like Tajh had to when he was throwing the ball down field. I think his football IQ is higher. Boyd was a great QB, he had his WTH moments but who doesn't in college. Stoudt has been in EVERY meeting since 2011 and knows this offense. He has did his time and it is HIS time now. He will come out ready to show the country why HIS offense shouldn't be taken lightly.
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My concerns about Stoudt........
Aug 26, 2014, 8:20 AM
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Stoudt has the advantage of height and the ability to go through the progressions better than Boyd. But, his mobility and ability to throw the long ball remains to be seen. Boyd's mobility bailed us out of many a situation last year and if Stoudt is both mobile and accurate downfield.....we'll be fine. we'll know Saturday!
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Re: My concerns about Stoudt........
Aug 26, 2014, 9:05 AM
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I think you are not given Stoudt the credit he deserves as far as his mobility is concerned. Boyd was not the most mobile QB in the country-especially his first year and he did just fine.
I think Stoudt is shifty enough and will make plays with his feet as well.
One of his few opportunities to run and he made the most of it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXbSbtnzZG4
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I've read that Stoudt is faster than Boyd
Aug 26, 2014, 1:37 PM
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Not as thick obviously and shouldn't be counted on to pick up a lot of 3rd and short's by running between the tackles, but he's not a statue.
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 8:57 AM
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Dang - I didn't realize so many had the same opinion of Stoudt that I've had for the past 2-3 years. Personally, I feel totally comfortable knowing Stoudt is running the O. I don't care if he can't throw a football thru a brick wall. I just like the way he controls the game, protects the ball, and how fast he makes his reads to find the open guy. I'm good - ready for the Dawgs to feel the pain.
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 9:07 AM
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I hope it is just like 2011 and you guys fall back to the 26th best offense in college football. That is what happens when you get new guys. You guys have been explosive but I think you will take a slight step back this year. What has your Oline done in the past(not their recruiting ranking or what they did in high school) Actually, what have they done against other college talent) I know you RBs are unproven at the college level.
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 9:24 AM
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With the exception of Mike Williams, who is a sophomore, our offense is all juniors and seniors. On defense we are starting 2 sophs and one RS freshman (Alexander who was a 5* and the #1 CB in the nation) Scar has 6 sophs starting.
Since you have TWICE as many players that are not jr's or sr's, I would say you have no clue what you are talking about.
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 9:56 AM
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Again, don't care what a player did in HS. because it doesn't matter. How many games did your Linemen appear in last year? Just because upperclassmen are starting doesn't mean they are good. I am looking for actual depth numbers, not we too strong we too deep. For instance, our line is young but every player on the line played meaningful snaps last year, is that also true for Clemson? Your RBs have not played meaningful roles in you offense, T/F?
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 10:42 AM
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You are going to believe what you want to believe, but this is what I know: We have the BEST OC in the country. No one thought that we would have a 1,000 yard rusher last year, but guess what. This year we have more talent and depth at the position, so there is no reason to believe we cannot duplicate that. Expect to see Watson in along with Cole and another RB and try to pick to see who is going to get the ball. Gallman may be the best of the bunch, if not him then maybe Choice who has the exact rating out of HS as Mike Davis.
Battle-Third most knock down blocks on team last year
Beasley-Mean and probably a late round 2015 pick next year
Ryan Norton-Most snaps and knock downs on the team last year
Davis-500 snaps last year and in the best shape of his career
Gore-A guy that the coaches love, had limited snaps last year, but knows the system and will be an upgrade at RT from last year.
Either way, Morris can take nothing talent and make it into a good offense, but this offense is anything but nothings. They are mostly 4 and 5 star talent. We do not rebuild, we only reload.
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Get out of here with that logic.***
Aug 26, 2014, 11:19 AM
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 2:10 PM
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Since you asked:
Isaiah Battle:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=28500&ATCLID=205530488
"Junior who is one of the team’s most athletic offensive linemen ... has 14 knockdowns in 512 snaps over 15 games (four starts) in his career ... had a significant role in each of Clemson’s wins over top-10 teams in bowl games in 2012 and 2013." "... had one knockdown in 17 snaps against No. 5 Florida State on Oct. 19 ... had two knockdowns in 37 snaps against Georgia Tech on Nov. 14; it was his first career start... had two knockdowns in playing all 60 snaps at No. 9 South Carolina on Nov. 30 ... had two knockdowns in playing all 77 snaps against No. 6 Ohio State in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 3.
Reid Webster:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=28500&ATCLID=205529363
"Has played at tackle, guard and center during his career ... has five knockdowns in 217 snaps over 29 games in his career ... three-time ACC Academic Honor Roll member." "Had four knockdowns in 156 snaps over 13 games ... entered the game suddenly for Ryan Norton at center and played only one snap against No. 5 Georgia on Aug. 31; Tajh Boyd threw a 31-yard passing touchdown to Zac Brooks on the play... had one knockdown in 21 snaps against No. 5 Florida State on Oct. 19" "2011: graded 100 percent in seven snaps against No. 3 Virginia Tech in the ACC Championship game on Dec. 3"
Eric MClain:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=28500&ATCLID=205529450
"Began his career as a tight end, but has since moved to the offensive line ... has played on punt coverage teams ... has seven knockdowns in 178 snaps over 26 games in his career" " had two knockdowns in 17 snaps against No. 5 Florida State on Oct. 19"
Kalon Davis:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=28500&ATCLID=205529465
" ... has 22 knockdowns in 715 snaps over 36 games (eight starts) in his career."
Joe Gore:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=28500&ATCLID=205529391
"Has outstanding athleticism for an offensive lineman ... has three knockdowns in 124 snaps over 12 games in his career." "2012: ... played nine snaps against No. 7 Louisiana State in the Chick-fil-A Bowl on Dec. 31.
Ryan Norton:
http://www.clemsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=205529446
"Was the top reserve on the offensive line in 2012 and was the starter at center in 2013 ...has 37 knockdowns in 1,118 snaps over 25 games (13 starts) in his career." "2013: Had 28 knockdowns in 841 snaps over 13 games (13 starts) ... had a team-high two knockdowns in 78 snaps against No. 5 Georgia on Aug. 31; it was his first career start; named ACC Co-Offensive Lineman-of-the-Week ...had two knockdowns in 72 snaps against No. 5 Florida State on Oct. 19...had two knockdowns in playing all 60 snaps at No. 9 South Carolina on Nov. 30 ... had two knockdowns in playing all 77 snaps against No. 6 Ohio State in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 3."
You were saying, mutt?
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 26, 2014, 4:49 PM
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Nothing after seeing that? Gone back into the doghouse with the tennis ball? Thought so...
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Doubt here!***
Aug 26, 2014, 2:09 PM
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Re: To those doubting Clemson's 2014 offense...
Aug 30, 2014, 10:01 PM
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No doubt.
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Re: Sammy was a beast from high school
Aug 30, 2014, 10:07 PM
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Morris didn't develop Sammy that's like saying Mark developed Gurly some guys are top notch coming in
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