I don’t want to say it out loud, but since we need to win out anyway… if we get to 9 wins with this roster… A+ work by the whole staff. Especially on defense with Spense leaving in May. Not enough good things to say about Hauser. Think he might be poached this offseason as well. Brian putting the offense together with spit and glue. Isphording stepping back. Albin knows what he’s doing ( even when I disagree with philosophy and style). 10 wins within grasp when the whole team was stolen. Miraculous.
I know, I know. I’m afraid of hitting submit. I’m way ahead of myself, but think the path is there and they deserve some kudos.
Just don’t lose after I’ve said something nice.
How about props to the transfers for stepping in? M-W-B, Leake, Dustin Johnson, MacNaboe, Doggette and Rice. They are among our leaders in everything. Heck, let's toss in our offensive transfers too: Owen, Tyus, Bruno--pretty awesome fit with everyone who left.
You aren't lying. I love Owen man. What a special kid. Named captain after being in the building for about 2-3 hours. Academic weapon. Putting up #'s all over the field. Special player.
Leake leading the team in tackles. DJ, MWB right up there as well.
I've said it a lot over the years, usually every time we get a P5 transfer and they don't do anything, but give me a stat stuffer from the FCS all day long. Kids know how to work. Gotta have those kinda guys to fill out your team.
Agreed. FCS is a goldmine.
One thing I loved this season was when Blake Leake said he was impressed with the coaching staff, like Albin, Nate Faanes. Specifically, he talked about how much football he has learned from Ohio's staff even though he is a very experienced player. That is amazing to hear. Get some FCS grinders and take their game to the next level. Very helpful.
Agree also about the winning. Ohio may have games like the one against the Chippewas where it looked like they started to run out the clock leading 24-0 at halftime but it is obvious Albin knows how to win. They have a legit chance at three, 10-win seasons in a row. For those of us that lived through LONG stretches of futility at Ohio, Albin wants to be here and will win. I just hope we can get a title at some point before i die.
Last Edited: 11/12/2024 6:46:43 PM by Rufusbobcat94