Mama Sue Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 All young coaches... minimal guidance.... you should see an ER with all new nurses... but then it is an 8 or 12 hour shift... not a whole season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Sioux94 Posted July 30, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2019 1 hour ago, gundy1124 said: I agree this could be our best team under Bubba. Instead of opposing defenses calling out our plays our QB, Kett, will now be making calls and decisions to expose weaknesses in the defense. This instantly makes the team better in measurable ways, but also mentally. We need to build the offense and confidence throughout the year, not drive it into the ground to lay an epic egg in the last game of the year. I think this sums things up perfectly. More diverse offense helps a lot, but I think another huge factor is the mentality that Danny and the new offense will bring. It was just completely demoralizing at the end of last year on offense, and there is no way our players couldn't feel that. We may not have success on offense all of the time this year, but I think the players are just going to have a more positive attitude, like there is hope the OC will find something that works, not just run the same 5 plays no matter what. You can't tell me Kett and all of the other guys aren't more excited in general about this year and the new offense than they were a year ago. The UND360 guys said there seems to be a lot of excitement within the team. I think us fans feel the excitement, I know I'm more excited this year than I ever remember being. I also like that we have a tough schedule this year, lets go out and make some waves. August is going to be the longest month ever, I can't wait!! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND-FB-FAN Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 1 hour ago, geaux_sioux said: It wasn’t a recipe for success. I’ll never forget when Montana motioned their best RB out wide and maybe our slowest LB went out there with him on an island. It was a 50something yard TD pass. That game was a massacre. One of the first thoughts that comes to mind when I’m forced to think about the 2013 season is this one. Awful, awful, awful coaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdub27 Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 2 hours ago, geaux_sioux said: I am very curious to see how Freund manages tempo. How conscious is he going to be about putting together some longer drives to help the defense? I still have nightmares of the last few Mussman offenses going 3 and out in 45 seconds and screwing over the defense. I don't think its going to be what people think of as a "hurry-up" offense. I do think they will line up much quicker and then make calls from there, limiting defensive substitutions and trying to exploit match-ups, but I think they will still go plenty deep into the play clock and give the defense a rest. Doesn't mean there won't be some quick 3 and outs, but I actually think time of possession is going to go up. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadScout03 Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 17 minutes ago, jdub27 said: I don't think its going to be what people think of as a "hurry-up" offense. I do think they will line up much quicker and then make calls from there, limiting defensive substitutions and trying to exploit match-ups, but I think they will still go plenty deep into the play clock and give the defense a rest. Doesn't mean there won't be some quick 3 and outs, but I actually think time of possession is going to go up. There were times in the last couple of years where, while in the huddle, the play had clearly been called in, but the offense (no idea if it was Bubba or Rudy’s plan) seemed to just stand in the huddle and stare at each other while the play clock dwindled to around 12 seconds. To me, that’s not clock management...that’s a good way to never let your offense get into a rhythm. I agree that I don’t think they’ll go hurry-up, but I think there will definitely be some flow to their offense as opposed to 32-second breathers in between plays. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post petey23 Posted July 30, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2019 3 hours ago, gundy1124 said: I agree this could be our best team under Bubba. Instead of opposing defenses calling out our plays our QB, Kett, will now be making calls and decisions to expose weaknesses in the defense. This instantly makes the team better in measurable ways, but also mentally. We need to build the offense and confidence throughout the year, not drive it into the ground to lay an epic egg in the last game of the year. I will be happy if I do not grade out at 95-98% calling plays from the railing this year. #qb1 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND-FB-FAN Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 3 hours ago, geaux_sioux said: I am very curious to see how Freund manages tempo. How conscious is he going to be about putting together some longer drives to help the defense? I still have nightmares of the last few Mussman offenses going 3 and out in 45 seconds and screwing over the defense. Freund won't (or at least shouldn't) run an offensive style (e.g., up tempo offense) just for the sake of running a certain style. Going super fast tempo despite an incomplete pass over and over again is no different than Rudolph running Santiago repeatedly up the gut over and over again without success. Basically, it is trying to fit a square peg in a round hole and doing it over and over again. Any good offensive coordinator adjusts their offense in-game based on what is working. I expect Freund to do that. If UND's defense is playing very well, the offense will play safe, run some clock, and not force tempo. Conversely, if UND is scoring at will using tempo, I expect UND and Freund to go up tempo again and again and put up tons of points. Flexibility is the biggest strength of a well run spread offense and that is what I hope to see with Freund's offense, not just merely tempo. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernraider Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 1 hour ago, UND-FB-FAN said: One of the first thoughts that comes to mind when I’m forced to think about the 2013 season is this one. Awful, awful, awful coaching. No doubt one of if not the worst seasons in North Dakota football. Certainly the worst FCS season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gundy1124 Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 1 hour ago, UND-FB-FAN said: Freund won't (or at least shouldn't) run an offensive style (e.g., up tempo offense) just for the sake of running a certain style. Going super fast tempo despite an incomplete pass over and over again is no different than Rudolph running Santiago repeatedly up the gut over and over again without success. Basically, it is trying to fit a square peg in a round hole and doing it over and over again. Any good offensive coordinator adjusts their offense in-game based on what is working. I expect Freund to do that. If UND's defense is playing very well, the offense will play safe, run some clock, and not force tempo. Conversely, if UND is scoring at will using tempo, I expect UND and Freund to go up tempo again and again and put up tons of points. Flexibility is the biggest strength of a well run spread offense and that is what I hope to see with Freund's offense, not just merely tempo. When 1st down gets 7-8 yards I like it when teams hit the tempo button and slam a quick play or two for a 1st down. If an OC continues to like his personnel match up no need to slow things down. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND-FB-FAN Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 3 hours ago, gundy1124 said: When 1st down gets 7-8 yards I like it when teams hit the tempo button and slam a quick play or two for a 1st down. If an OC continues to like his personnel match up no need to slow things down. I agree. It's a mindset. Too often over the past few seasons, UND's offense would settle for just staying in the game ("a punt is a good play" - Bubba) rather than blowing it open. If the offense is picking up yards, then be aggressive and go up tempo. It's more than just putting players in the right position to make a play (although that is a huge area that also needs improvement with Freund), but also using the personnel to win convincingly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxfan512 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 Just now, UND-FB-FAN said: I agree. It's a mindset. Too often over the past few seasons, UND's offense would settle for just staying in the game ("a punt is a good play" - Bubba) rather than blowing it open. If the offense is picking up yards, then be aggressive and go up tempo. It's more than just putting players in the right position to make a play (although that is a huge area that also needs improvement with Freund), but also using the personnel to win convincingly. Agreed, it’s also a part of building for the future. If you are in a position to put the game out of reach and let your depth players get some reps, that needs to happen. That is valuable experience for guys that may be your starters in a year or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDBIZ Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 The playoff selection committee is human. Style points matter. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodak78 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 So today the players actually practice. Looking for insight from anyone watching. Hungry for information. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ND1 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 44 minutes ago, Nodak78 said: So today the players actually practice. Looking for insight from anyone watching. Hungry for information. Meetings only today, on the field tomorrow I believe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goose15 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 Does anyone have a fall practice schedule? I would like to get to a few if possible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMeister Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 7 hours ago, ND1 said: Meetings only today, on the field tomorrow I believe NCAA compliance and physicals tomorrow; on the field 8:45 Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forksandspoons Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Hopefully no bad surprises Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sioux94 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 20 hours ago, VMeister said: NCAA compliance and physicals tomorrow; on the field 8:45 Friday. How far into camp is the roster usually updated with updated weights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJS Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 2 hours ago, Sioux94 said: How far into camp is the roster usually updated with updated weights? I would think fairly quickly, they will have all that information today. Along with an updated roster with current weights, also very interested in a preliminary injury report. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gundy1124 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 3 hours ago, Sioux94 said: How far into camp is the roster usually updated with updated weights? They will probably have Bennett listed back at 235 lbs with a cut and past from 3 years ago. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sioux24/7 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 One notable name missing from the roster: Caleb Nelson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDColorado Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Otis is still on the roster. Does that mean anything? EDIT: The 360 guys clarified that he is enrolled in school but not eligible to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shep Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, sioux24/7 said: One notable name missing from the roster: Caleb Nelson. Where can I find the Media Guide? I went to the UND site. Found rosters but no media guide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiouxFan100 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Morrison - 278 pounds I think that is good news 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nodak651 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 More people lost weight than gained weight. Some lineman lost over 10 pounds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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