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Post by DrTorch on Dec 12, 2020 9:23:45 GMT -5
Hartline seems to be a decent recruiter:) he's doing ok
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 13, 2020 8:39:13 GMT -5
So, if we see an unlikely Florida upset win, a Notre Dame repeat win over Clemson, presents a real possibility of Ohio State getting the #2 seed, being the only unblemished team under consideration, which boots Clemson out of the picture and inserts A&M or Cincinnati......hmmmm A Clemson win over ND, Bama over Florida, gets us to the most likely tossup choice for #2 and #3 seed, between Clemson/OSU. A Notre Dame loss, most likely, relegates them to the #4 seed.....IMO
Florida's 'shoe' tossing loss, was one 'step' in making the playoff picture a little more clear.
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Post by ronburgandy on Dec 13, 2020 8:59:45 GMT -5
According to Florida’s coach after the game, they should’ve just played less games since teams get rewarded for that.
Here’s a better idea... beat a really bad LSU team with a true freshman QB.
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Post by buckeyekid on Dec 13, 2020 9:12:24 GMT -5
OSU looking more and more like #3 imo,,and facing CLEM. If,,,, ND beats Clemson, which I doubt---we'd face ND, and AL more than likely plays Texas AM. A pretty likley scenario is 1--AL vs 4--ND 2--CLEM vs 3--OSU
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Post by ronburgandy on Dec 13, 2020 9:26:36 GMT -5
^^^ Agreed. I think Clemson beats ND pretty easily next weekend. I think that scenario is what happens. Our defense needs to step up against Clemson.
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Post by dude on Dec 13, 2020 10:00:28 GMT -5
Don't forget that Fla was Texas AM's best win so their LSU loss hurts Texas AM also. Bottom line IMO, if OSU can beat NW and look good doing it by a wide margin, they are in.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 13, 2020 10:40:19 GMT -5
I think the big question is, who will be the #4 seed? I think it is least likely to be Clemson, they are either #2-3 or out. It is also, very unlikely to be Ohio State. I'm guessing, the most likely to be occupying that spot in the final standings, is ND, A&M or Cinn.
It is likely, Ohio State will be paired against ND or Clemson.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 13, 2020 10:58:24 GMT -5
^^^ Agreed. I think Clemson beats ND pretty easily next weekend. I think that scenario is what happens. Our defense needs to step up against Clemson. Don't underestimate ND. They are a very solid and complete football team, both offensively & defensively and not prone to making major mistakes. I expect the rematch to be another classic clash, going down to the wire, or even O.T. I'll be pulling for the Fighting Irish in this one, fueled by my utter distaste for Dabo Swinney.
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Post by Birdman on Dec 13, 2020 14:00:58 GMT -5
^^^ Agreed. I think Clemson beats ND pretty easily next weekend. I think that scenario is what happens. Our defense needs to step up against Clemson. Don't underestimate ND. They are a very solid and complete football team, both offensively & defensively and not prone to making major mistakes. I expect the rematch to be another classic clash, going down to the wire, or even O.T. I'll be pulling for the Fighting Irish in this one, fueled by my utter distaste for Dabo Swinney. I’m with Sportsjock on this one. ND gets bad shade for past issues, but I think this years team is legit.
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Post by maplecityjake on Dec 13, 2020 16:26:18 GMT -5
^^^ Agreed. I think Clemson beats ND pretty easily next weekend. I think that scenario is what happens. Our defense needs to step up against Clemson. Don't underestimate ND. They are a very solid and complete football team, both offensively & defensively and not prone to making major mistakes. I expect the rematch to be another classic clash, going down to the wire, or even O.T. I'll be pulling for the Fighting Irish in this one, fueled by my utter distaste for Dabo Swinney. What's your beef with Swinney?
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 13, 2020 21:30:15 GMT -5
Don't underestimate ND. They are a very solid and complete football team, both offensively & defensively and not prone to making major mistakes. I expect the rematch to be another classic clash, going down to the wire, or even O.T. I'll be pulling for the Fighting Irish in this one, fueled by my utter distaste for Dabo Swinney. What's your beef with Swinney? Your kidding, right?
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Post by maplecityjake on Dec 13, 2020 22:22:43 GMT -5
I am not. What am I missing?
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Post by dude on Dec 14, 2020 9:21:30 GMT -5
I am not. What am I missing? If you do not understand why some do not like Dabo at this point then you never will.
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Post by jmorgret07 on Dec 14, 2020 10:06:58 GMT -5
Most likely scenario, in my opinion: Alabama beats Florida Clemson beats Notre Dame Ohio State beats Northwestern
We then have: (1) Alabama vs. (4) Notre Dame (2) Clemson vs. (3) Ohio State
Obviously things change if Alabama/Clemson/OSU lose. If Clemson loses, I think they're out and it's either A&M, Cincinnati, or Iowa State as No. 4.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 14, 2020 10:22:56 GMT -5
Most likely scenario, in my opinion: Alabama beats Florida Clemson beats Notre Dame Ohio State beats Northwestern We then have: (1) Alabama vs. (4) Notre Dame (2) Clemson vs. (3) Ohio State Obviously things change if Alabama/Clemson/OSU lose. If Clemson loses, I think they're out and it's either A&M, Cincinnati, or Iowa State as No. 4. I pretty much agree with your assesment. Where people are off the mark (IMO), the general concensus seems to be, the ND win over Clemson was somewhat of a fluke, due to the absence of TL. Fact is, the backup QB for Clemson played extremely well and with great poise, not receiving the credit he deserves. Think Brian Kelly isn't conveying the general disrespect being expressed towards his players, in the locker room? I think he will have them playing with an angry chip on their shoulders and at a high level, Trevor Lawrence or no Trevor Lawrence. I will be the biggest ND fan, one would ever see, during those couple hours and would relish Dabo Swinney reaching in his large bag of excuses, at his post game press conference.
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Post by jmorgret07 on Dec 14, 2020 10:27:56 GMT -5
I'm not sure if I want Clemson to win so OSU has a shot at them or for them to lose so they are out. But, somehow I think they stay #4 even with a loss to Notre Dame. I'm not saying that's how it should be, but it wouldn't shock me.
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Post by maplecityjake on Dec 14, 2020 10:51:12 GMT -5
I am not. What am I missing? If you do not understand why some do not like Dabo at this point then you never will. Second person dodging a sincere question. Trump's a racist. Why? Because he just is. Vibe I get regarding my inquiry about Swinney.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2020 12:23:12 GMT -5
If you do not understand why some do not like Dabo at this point then you never will. Second person dodging a sincere question. Trump's a racist. Why? Because he just is. Vibe I get regarding my inquiry about Swinney. Have you not read the comments he said about Ohio State?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2020 12:25:19 GMT -5
Watch for where USC is ranked tonight. They are 5-0 and could be a 6-0 power 5 champ just like Ohio St. May slide into the 4 spot with an Ohio St or Clemson loss or Notre Dame gets blown out
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Post by maplecityjake on Dec 14, 2020 12:57:27 GMT -5
Second person dodging a sincere question. Trump's a racist. Why? Because he just is. Vibe I get regarding my inquiry about Swinney. Have you not read the comments he said about Ohio State? if I had, I wouldn't be asking.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 14, 2020 13:02:10 GMT -5
Have you not read the comments he said about Ohio State? if I had, I wouldn't be asking. I would suggest you try and add something of value to this thread, or take your trolling elsewhere.
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Post by maplecityjake on Dec 14, 2020 13:08:59 GMT -5
^ I asked a sincere question because I haven't really been in tune what's going on.
I did look up stuff, and although am fine with OSU being in B1G Title game and having a chance for a playoff, I don't see what he stated was all that disparaging. He stated what many have felt.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 14, 2020 14:10:17 GMT -5
Now that we know the offensive line will be full strength again, for the game Saturday and the return of Proctor at safety and Tuff Borland, the coaching staff has a greater perspective of how the backups perform in game conditions. I think a number of positives have come from this, firstly, the entire team will be extra precautious, reducing the chance for a second hit of virus. The other positive is, coaches know who performed well and are more likely to more freely expand player rotation. I know OL's are basically kept intact as a unit, but Stud now knows he can rely on a number of backups and not jeopardize our QB. This will have a carry-over effect into next season.
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Post by Buckeye2b on Dec 14, 2020 15:51:55 GMT -5
Since Dabo did run his mouth about tOSU not being in the playoffs because they have only played 6 games, and kind of throwing gas on the fire, I would like to see nothing more than OSU and Clemson paired again. Last years loss paired with Dabo's comments makes for good locker room fodder. Sometimes, that locker room fodder is the extra kicker that pushes a team over the top.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 14, 2020 16:20:12 GMT -5
Since Dabo did run his mouth about tOSU not being in the playoffs because they have only played 6 games, and kind of throwing gas on the fire, I would like to see nothing more than OSU and Clemson paired again. Last years loss paired with Dabo's comments makes for good locker room fodder. Sometimes, that locker room fodder is the extra kicker that pushes a team over the top. You must be reading my mind...lol His comments might, one day bite him in the butt. As you said, good bulletin board material.
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Post by ronburgandy on Dec 14, 2020 16:28:05 GMT -5
I’d love to play Clemson again. I don’t think their defense can slow our offense down but I’d be a little concerned about Lawrence throwing against our secondary. Or if he takes off running like he did in last years game.
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Post by sportsjock on Dec 14, 2020 17:17:03 GMT -5
We didn't adapt well, late in the game, when Trevor was exploiting our coverage, with his feet. We had the game in complete control, up to that point. I'd love to see us get the opportunity for payback, but would love to see them excluded as well.
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Post by dude on Dec 14, 2020 23:12:48 GMT -5
If you do not understand why some do not like Dabo at this point then you never will. Second person dodging a sincere question. Trump's a racist. Why? Because he just is. Vibe I get regarding my inquiry about Swinney. Not really a similar thing. Dabo has many video clips over the last maybe 8-10 years saying bashing remarks towards the Bucks and other programs and their schedules while playing his patsy list and season of scrimmages getting ready for 3-4 games a year. ME telling that means nothing if you have not seen the clips for yourself.
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Post by galion on Dec 15, 2020 4:56:28 GMT -5
OSU's only shot at a playoff victory is if ND beats Clemson again and we get paired up with either USC or Cincy. No chance our defense holds up against the big boys. I hate to break it to you boys but our offense is not as lethal as our BIG opponents have made it look. Last seasons team was head and shoulders better than this one and we still couldn't handle Clemson.
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Post by buckeyekid on Dec 15, 2020 8:11:20 GMT -5
If ND beats Clemson, ND will be 2 and OSU 3. The 4th team will get Bama and they aren't beating them.
An X factor that is different from last year is that Fields is healthy. I guess we'll see how that plays out.
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