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[QUOTE="Dmcnabbrules, post: 2326649, member: 1529"]
So sitting at 2-3 isn't where SU or us fans wanted to be. The question becomes where to we go from here? I can't blame the defense too much as they have really exceeded expectations. I see three major problems and I hope someone smarter then me can help suggest some solutions. 
1. Lack of playmakers in the passing game. 
     Someone else has to step up besides these two. The passing game has been solid but another threat is needed. This offense has to score at least 35 points a game with the style they are attempting to play. My choices are splitting Neal out wide and using Pierce more as a receiver.

2. Establish some kind of running game or completely ditch it. 
    If we can't find a change in the line or at running back I say we take out the traditional running back. Put Elmore back there as mainly a blocker. He could lead on the QB run plays and on jet sweeps. He might allow Pierce to run routes more and not pass protect.

3. Play better special teams.
    No more Cole Murphy kicking off or Sean Riley returning punts would be my first change. Orange isn't good enough to keep making mistakes on simple plays. Find someone else to kickoff or just started squib kicking every time. Riley is fine on KOs but there has to be some better option on punts. As long as it's not Ish or Erv please give someone else a try.

I would love to know what others think might help.
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