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Measurable goal for ACC Coastal: build a better program than Pitt.
Nov 15, 2019, 8:42 AM
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Is that so much to ask??
Hopefully Mack will lead the charge.
Geez.
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Re: Measurable goal for ACC Coastal: build a better program than Pitt.
Nov 15, 2019, 9:04 AM
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Nothing last forever, so enjoy Clemson’s long run of success, because it could end with the rise of another ACC power.
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Re: Measurable goal for ACC Coastal: build a better program than Pitt.
Nov 15, 2019, 9:16 AM
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Pitt is quietly actually pretty good.
They throw well, and their QB, Cody Pickett, has some mobility. They have some decent wideouts including a couple who can stretch the field, and they certainly have some decent running backs. They're rugged up front on both lines of scrimmage and their DL is anchored by a guy who's at least close to being as good as Aaron Donald was. They're aggressive on D and will stack up, stuff the run, and come after you, and force an opposing QB to stand in and deliver down the field.
Truthfully, they deserve a better venue than playing second fiddle in a 3/4's empty NFL stadium, and they similarly deserve a better fan base than what they have.
They're a lot more solid as a program than, say, the Gamecocks. They're well-coached, their sideline and personal comport seems pretty solid, and you don't see any of those telltale signs of lack of discipline or lack of team spirit; the kids are bought into the program and Narduzzi definitely seems in command.
Give them a more enthusiastic fan base that attracts recruits and I think you'd see a fairly consistent Top-25 program; as it is they're close.
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Re: Measurable goal for ACC Coastal: build a better program than Pitt.
Nov 15, 2019, 9:16 AM
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Sorry, make that "Kenny" Pickett, not Cody. Apologies.
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Re: Measurable goal for ACC Coastal: build a better program than Pitt.
Nov 15, 2019, 11:29 AM
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Great assessments as always, @quozzel.
It’s fascinating that Narduzzi has maintained such a competitive edge in the ACC thus far with such a general emphasis on facilities, fan support, etc. driving recruiting conversations. Their home games are pitifully unspirited and conducted in an oversized rental space, yet they have attracted/developed the likes of Pickett and skilled linemen, to their credit.
You would think more passionate, established, tradition-steeped programs with big donor bases and great facilities would consistently translate to sustained success...not always the case, obviously...
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I like Pitt. They're fans obviously suck***
Nov 15, 2019, 9:23 AM
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Yes, their fans are terrible.***
Nov 15, 2019, 9:47 AM
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Re: Yes, their fans are terrible.***
Nov 15, 2019, 5:40 PM
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When you watch their games, you’re tempted to think they don’t have any…
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