Tuesday talk

This is more of a follow-up to my post yesterday. I got some feedback about Tubberville and Smart, etc. I do not know what Georgia will do if CWM is released from his coaching vacation. All I do is state my opinion on situations and try to feed you with some of the most incredible knowledge your brain cells have ever feasted upon. So, now that we have that straight. Yes, Tubbs could come to UGA, I'm just saying I don't think he will. Yes, Kirby could also come to UGA, I'm just saying I do think he will either.

With that being said - I think if you look at how CMR runs his program. I believe he would move Garner or Jancek to DC. I think Richt would give one of them a shot before bringing in an outside coach. I honestly think he would put Jancek in the spot simply to keep Garner more involved with the recruiting. If it so happens that Garner does move to DC, look for Lilly to become the recruiting coordinator. Lilly did an awesome job on the recruiting trail for FSU.

Of course all of this talk is speculation. Hopefully the Dawgs will win the next 6 and be back on track!


*Georgia's recruiting class so far - Scout.com

*Up this week...Vandy (2-4) This is their homecoming game and they are going to black the Dawgs out. They are going all black, I wish the Dawgs would go red on red!!

*I know it has been posted everywhere but if you haven't seen it, Michael Moore posted this on his Twitter after the game - "All I can say 2 the dawgnation is don’t turn your backs on us. That’s it. We need u to support us and times like this is when we need u the most.” I think this is important to understand. As mad or disappointed as you can be you still have to continue to show your support as a true fan. What Mike posted is a good reminder to how fans should continue to support the players no matter what happens on the field. (Don't forget you can follow the UGANATIONBlog on Twitter as well)

*Bruce Figgins is going to take a red shirt this year.

*CMR said last night on his Monday night chat that he would not be tempted to start another QB. So everyone out there wanting to see Gray get more playing time, it might not happen? We'll have to see what happens against Vandy.

*Also, CMR had this to say about coaching changes on his staff. "No one enjoyed losing 4 of 5 in 2006. But we didn’t make wholesale changes and kept working at things we thought were important. And we closed out by beating no. 5 Auburn, then Tech, then the #1 defense in the nation in the bowl game (vs Va Tech). In 2007 we struggled early on but turned it around. A lot of people expect blood, But we’re going to do what we know is best, to focus on the game this week".


LINKS:

A history of the hedges in Athens, Ga.

Check out his great post by bleacher report!! Great stats about our defense since CWM took over as DC.

Coach Richt, we have a problem

Let me start off by saying that I do not believe CMR should be fired.

What I do believe is that there needs to be some changes. Big changes, small changes, something has to change!

The defense was clueless, we can't tackle, CWM NEVER made an adjustment to the boot leg/roll out. We made Crompton look like a superstar, while every other team has made him look like a bench warmer.

The offense, if you can call it that. They huddled up and produced 3 points with 250 total yards.

This loss hurt a lot, we looked terrible. It's one thing to go out and play a good game and get beat by a better team that day. This was not the case. Georgia looked terrible, unprepared, and after the tenth roll out by Crompton I think they knew they were beat.

It hurts to watch B Evans on the field, he is so far from making plays. He isn't even close to where he needs to be, I hate to pick on the guy week after week but it's embarrassing to watch him out there. He just isn't the player we need back at safety, it's time he sits.

As far as calling out the offensive problems? Every single player on the offensive side of the ball needs to step up. Some of this could stem from Bobo's calls but it has to come back to the players as well. Like Kiffin said before the game. "Georgia's offense is the exact same offense that Richt ran at FSU in the early 90's".

Also coming out of the mouth of Kiffin was this after the game, "Georgia would not beat Tennessee again while he was at the helm".

Like I said earlier, I do not think that CMR should be fired. I do have a problem with him right now though. After the game on Saturday in his presser, he said he didn't have a problem with Bobo's play calling. Now that is a stupid response! We all know he COULDN'T be happy with it?? It's just Richt being faithful to his assistant and not telling the truth, not saying what should be said. That is an issue to me, you just played a TERRIBLE game, you embarrassed your fans and then you start dodging questions?? These are questions that the fans need answers to. CMR it is also your job to answer these questions truthfully and let all of the fans know what is going on with a program that every writer in the country is claiming to be in a downward spiral.

Something must change CMR - The way you answered the questions leaves us all in the dark. You did nothing after the game to ensure you would get things turned around. Are you at least going to try? All you said was that, "we need to be better on offense, better on defense and we need to coach better". Well, holy shit! You're a genius!
Thanks for telling us something we didn't know.

Now let me ask you. How many times are you going to say we need to get better? And how many times is it not going to translate to the field? Like I've said before, you say these things, but nothing ever happens. No one on this team is held accountable for anything. When you don't hold your players and coaches accountable, why would they change. EX. B EVANS can start each game after missing tackles, blowing coverages, not protecting over the top, not cutting his hair, basically doing nothing. So why would he change his work ethic and effort? You are going to start him anyway.

I'm ready for Richt to make some changes. Other players need to see the field, maybe move some coaches around, see who can bring something to the table.

Ok, so I have gotten some emails in and I will address them now.

1. NO. Tommy Tubberville will not get a call from Georgia. He will not be a d-coordinator for the dogs. If anything he will be a head coach next year. Plus Georgia would not dream of paying him what he would probably want.

2. YES. I would love for Kirby Smart to come to Athens and be the defensive coach. Will it happen, I doubt it. For one, he is coaching under one of the best defensive minds (Nick Saban) in all of college football. Two, Alabama would probaby pay him more to stay and Georgia just doesn't pay well. Three, Alabama is a much better team than Georgia, so why leave?


3. NO. Aaron Murray should not play this year. He needs to redshirt, he has had a tricep issue and there is just no point. After the loss to Tennesse, the season is pretty much over as far as controlling our own destiny. Let's just hope we can make a bowl game.


Links:

Richt: No big changes yet

This goes back to me talking about, "telling the truth". After the LSU loss, Richt came out and said that the poor special team play was because of all of the youth. Read this post by David Hale. This follows up the garbage that CMR seems to think he can feed his fans. Tell us what is really going on out there not something that will get you out of the conversation.

Bring it

It's that time again, yep you didn't think the week would end huh? Me either...

By the way, how about that Nebraska vs Mizzou game last night? The fourth quarter was a pretty good game..the first three quarters - Brutal!

It's the eve of another college football weekend and what a HUGE weekend it will be for the SEC.

Dogs vs Vols
Rebels vs Tide
Tigers vs Pigs
Gators vs Bayou Bengals

If those matchups can't get you fired up on a Friday morning, well then you might be on the wrong site...

I'm hear to talk about my Dawgs though! I know Tennessee hasn't beaten an SEC team yet but I think this game will be tough for Georgia. I say that because of our offense. We haven't moved the ball well, its either been score like lighting or punt. Georgia seems to have big play potential but I'll be damned if we can run a clock and eat yards on the ground.

That is what scares me the most, Monte will have his defense ready for us for sure. I think Bobo is going to have to be flawless for us to win this game. Bobo is going to have to call plays like a god. This toss sweep twice in a row and a option read bullshit isn't going to get it done this week. He's going to have to call plays aggressively and intelligently - that scares me as well...


Announced today also was that Ealey and Samuel would basically split the carries 50/50. Being able to establish the run will be crucial. If the Dogs are forced to pass this game we will probably be in a lot of trouble. The Dogs offensive line really needs to get it together for Saturday.

As far as the defense goes, well I can't say too much. They have looked much better the last two games. I just pray the trend contines! The game plan, stop UT from running the football. They do not pass because Crompton um...can't? So load up the d-line and hopefully we can force the kiffy baby to pass more than he pleases.

I really hope the Dogs just abuse crompton, I mean let's be honest. He sucks.

Let's get this season back on track!

Go Dawgs!


Links:

Georgia Makes Final Preparations For SEC Showdown Against Tennessee

An article by David Hale - CMR giving the most bullshit excuse about the Dogs special teams. Do not blame it on youth CMR, that sounds like a very naive excuse.

Once a prized Vols recruit, UGA's Brown heads home - AJC

Garner wants Atkins to elevate his game - ha, who doesn't??

David Hale - Deleted scenes: Problems on the ground

Please don't do this...

My buddy Joey sent this video to me today. Yes it is a little funny but at the same time this is not how we want our fans portrayed.

This is a great example of how not to act when wearing red and black-

embarrassing video

Again, please think before you act like this.

Where does Georgia stand?

Let me start out by getting something off of my chest.

I hate the University of Tennessee!

I hate everything about Lane Kiffin, Rocky top, Neyland stadium, fat phil, orange, everything! We better not turn out to be their first SEC win damnit!

I say we put a bag over Kiffin's head and take him behind the shed, the same way UGA did smokey.



Bad News -
*Wooten has been in a green jersey this week. That could leave us short for WR's on Saturday. With that said - King (WR) will not play on Saturday against UT. King suffered a concussion against LSU.

*Caleb King is doubtful this week with a broken jaw and concussion.

*Our running game is hiding from us, where has it gone?

*Our offensive line is TERRIBLE at run blocking.

*Marcus Dowtin is doubtful for Saturday as well. He had surgery on Sunday for a torn ligament in his hand.

*B Evans is still getting a lot of playing time.

*We have the worst Special teams in the history of Georgia football.

*Tennessee has a better defense than LSU.

Good News -

*If Wooten can't play as well - Marlon Brown, the #1 recruit out of the state of Tennessee last year might get his first start. How great would it be for him to play well in front of 100,000 fans that are sure to boo him?

*Cox only had one turnover last week and I wouldn't technically count that one.

*AJ Green & Rennie Curran

*Ealey could be that RB we need, the spark to get this team going.

*Tennessee has had a poor offense - let's hope that trend continues.

Did I miss any?


Where is Brandon Smith in this offense? He played early, now he is no where to be found...

Why has Bobo completely abandoned the run? Because we fail, so he gives up? Is he just an old QB who likes the pass?



I posted these earlier, I just think it's worth posting again.

I know this is a UGA blog but I thought I would share this with you reader.
Check this video out, the announcer calls this play before the game, he predicted EVERYTHING


Also, I was at the Az. State game - A lot of fans were not, it was a messy day to say the least. Check out this blog, it is from an Arizona State fan who thought the trip to Athens was one of a kind.