TCU

[Nacho]

Lack of Class by TT has been well documented. Now on to more pressing matters. TCU. This is a game we can win. Their Pass D is awful. They get torched by everybody--even Northwestern. We are much improved, especially on defense. If we get our passing game going, and there is no reson we can't in coach Burns offense, this can give us momentum for the rest of the year. I have a feeling we are going to walk away from AC with a 1-1 record. I am equally sure that Bennett will have our QB take a knee when we have secured the victory.

[stang_fan]

I agree 100 %. The frogs are in trouble. Our young guys are maturing much faster than expected. However, the frogs have a lot of speed. We will need to watch out for that. If they leave Tye Gunn in as the starter we may beat them by 2 touch downs. If Hassell starts it might be a close game.

[The PonyGrad]

IF we have a passing game. That may depend on who plays at QB or who all plays at QB. Some options during the game may be a good idea.

[PonySnob]

We have still got to get the ball into the endzone more than what we have. Only scoring 10-13 points per game really puts a lot of pressure on the defense. Like Bennett said last night, we have to get the vertical passing game going. Just throwing to the backs and WR's out wide for 1-3 yards isn't going to do it in the long run.

[The PonyGrad]

For once PonySnob I must agree with you. For all the great things the team did yesterday, the scoring looked oh too similar to last season. The defense can not do it all.

[Hoofbeat83]

as one who also disses ponysnob regularly, i have to agree with him as well. i think saying TCU is 'in trouble' is a little premature. they did put up 40+ points, and we still have to score more points than the other team to win the game, last time i looked.

i'm anxious to see how good our off the field coaching is this week. we had a good game and i was very, very happy with our overall effort. but TCU is used to winning and will be very prepared for us, you can be assured. our guys are mostly young and inexperienced and this will be a good test of our coaches' collective abilities to take a good effort and translate it into another and not let the guys think about n'western putting up all those points against TCU. that has nothing to do with our game against TCU...we have to put up our OWN points.

[Hank Hill]

I agree 100 %. The frogs are in trouble. Our young guys are maturing much faster than expected. However, the frogs have a lot of speed. We will need to watch out for that. If they leave Tye Gunn in as the starter we may beat them by 2 touch downs. If Hassell starts it might be a close game.

Hi Ponies...somewhat nervous Frog fan here. I'm curious why you think Gunn starting (which, btw, he will) gives SMU an advantage? Aside from one bad decision on that interception, he looked great against Northwestern.

[Stallion]

yep there are some really strange comments on this board today. Gunn gives SMU an advantage? The guy has never lost a FB game-didn't he throw for 3-4 TDs the other day and ran an offense that almost put up 50? I know he must have thrown for over 300 yards-since DePriest had about 150 yards receiving alone and Rodgers and Harrell also had big nites. Gunn is a Lance MIllhenney who can throw-a great college QB.

[Sam I Am]

This is the first time that I have begun to believe that SMU can win against a good team, providing we have a QB who can effectively pass in the lineup. TCU can be beat, that is now clear. Anybody know what the handicap is on this game? Take the odds because SMU can keep it close, if not win the iron skillet.

[giacfsp]

I agree 100 %. The frogs are in trouble. Our young guys are maturing much faster than expected. However, the frogs have a lot of speed. We will need to watch out for that. If they leave Tye Gunn in as the starter we may beat them by 2 touch downs. If Hassell starts it might be a close game.

Huh? Gunn didn't look like Sammy Baugh, but he was very impressive nonetheless. He runs well and has a good (if not great) arm, and he knows that offense inside and out. We can beat the Frogs with a strong performance, I think, but Gunn is hardly a weak link. Kid can play.

[Stallion]

It likely won't matter who the QB is when we have Receivers who can't get open. We have serious problems at that position that are quite evident. Rodgers, DePriest, and Harrell are as great as SMU's receivers are weak. It won't come down to the QB. I'm still waiting for someone to respond to my question whether they can remember one SMU receiver who got wide open down field on Saturday. Devin Lowery will prove to be an outstanding receiver THIS YEAR. The rest are a dime a dozen.

[mrydel]

Stallion, I will respond to your question. I did see one receiver, Lowery I think go past his coverage man like he was standing still. It was right in front of me and I looked back to Phillips, saw him wind up and throw, and he threw to another receiver breaking across the middle who was well covered. No doubt in my mind that seeing Lowery and making a good throw would have been a score. That said, that was only one time and I am, as I said, pretty sure it was a busted coverage, not a receiver getting clear on his own. I do think though, with this type of offense that you can break a small quick receiver free on a short route and it can possibly break for big yards. The key for this to happen is timing and that is not there yet. No telling how much time it will take for the timing to come around. It could be next week or it could be next season. All the practice in the world will not simulate game timing, so the game time experience will be the key. If they can begin to score some points, eventually win some games they can begin to recruit some better, bigger, and faster receivers.

All of that being said, did everyone notice the unbelievable effort put out by Adami? This kid works hard every play. I had never seen him in person, but I was very impressed. No sacks, but the Tech offense does not give up many. But he pressured all night and never slowed down. I want this guy on my side in any facet of work or play as he continues on with his life.

[gostangs]

It is WAY early to think we can grab a win this year from TCU at their house. Not saying impossible, but only the biggest homer would predict it. Remember the last few games we have looked good have been at home - I can't remember the last time we really felt sharp on the road (Baylor was closest I guess - but you would never call that sharp).

Everything looks better, but believe me the froggies know they were lucky to get 5 missed filed goals from NU - and they will be ready for us. Bennet better keep them juiced up - but don't let them get too up - they need to be steely - not flare out early.

As for receivers - we need to keep the fastest guys on the field - I like Chase for the later games in the season - but I would sit him down vs TCU - he will never get seperation from their corners - also we need to come underneath with some TE passes.

I'd also see if we can get Foy in more of a groove - see if he can get around end on these guys - pair him up with some lighter defenders.

[Mustangs35SMU]

It is WAY early to think we can grab a win this year from TCU at their house. Not saying impossible, but only the biggest homer would predict it.

Guess Im the biggest homer...Cause I stand fully behind my Mustangs to come home with a win next Saturday

[PlanoStang]

It likely won't matter who the QB is when we have Receivers who can't get open. We have serious problems at that position that are quite evident. Rodgers, DePriest, and Harrell are as great as SMU's receivers are weak. It won't come down to the QB. I'm still waiting for someone to respond to my question whether they can remember one SMU receiver who got wide open down field on Saturday. Devin Lowery will prove to be an outstanding receiver THIS YEAR. The rest are a dime a dozen.

Blake Warren was pretty open for a reception about 20 yards down field at least once.