What people calling for Carney are really saying

[GoSU96]

Which, if I might add, is the exact opposite of complementary football. This was one of FHCDB’s teams weaknesses (among so many others).

In what way, during which time?

His first two years, absolutely he hung the defense out to dry. After that he down shifted the pace of play significantly, at least in part to not expose the defense. Went to 88 from 106 in 2018.

His last three years the defense was 18th, 21st, and 67th in total defense.

 

[Archimedes]

I think that if we put up a 3-win season, we'll keep getting guys like CDRW, Braden Davis, and Rickie who didn't pan out at SEC schools

Arch Manning on line #2.

 

[bigmike]

In what way, during which time?

His first two years, absolutely he hung the defense out to dry. After that he down shifted the pace of play significantly, at least in part to not expose the defense. Went to 88 from 106 in 2018.

His last three years the defense was 18th, 21st, and 67th in total defense.

His early years were what I was focused on.

 

[Van1144]

I disagree about it not improving, we will continue to see some improvement (Fran said he told Rickie “it can’t get worse, right?”) Human development is not always consistent and/or predictable.

I’m more worried about the other side of the ball where the entire defense seems to be poorly coached in tackling and execution. Sure, we need points to win, but if we didn’t give up so many points maybe we could have a more balanced offense. Sure would help ANY QB we put back there.

Going 3 and out and failing on 4th downs with a short field doesn't help the defense. I think they are on the field too much with often short field to protect. To be honest they are about as good as last years squad, but they are on the field too much as we can't sustain drives.

 

[Millhouse]

Going 3 and out and failing on 4th downs with a short field doesn't help the defense. I think they are on the field too much with often short field to protect. To be honest they are about as good as last years squad, but they are on the field too much as we can't sustain drives.

Giving the ball to the other offense by foot is worse for the defense than keeping it

If they're on the field too much, try not to do that

 

[Archbold44]

Giving the ball to the other offense by foot is worse for the defense than keeping it

If they're on the field too much, try not to do that

The worst part is that it forces the defense to try to strip the ball, rather than just tackle the ball carrier. We are seeing 3 yard gains turn into 9 yard gains because we are trying to strip the ball. The defense needs to play hero ball, rather than just make the play and keep down/distance on your side.