I spoke w a friend, former power conference player (who didn't get a Gator offer) who used to cut tape at Bammer and is now in a higher quality control position in another power conference. He said Chimps secondary schemes aren't sound and create too many run pass conflicts or check conflicts and changing secondary assignments depending on the routes run. Chimp is also basically running Saban's defense from 15/years ago but it hasn't advanced the way Saban has. Bammer can basically guess his plays and even know play names, calls, and some audibles.
He said the secondary problems are well known and that is why we were terrible on third down. He thinks Saban and Kiffin can score as many points as they want, and they will want to score. I mentioned thinking Chimp sold out against the run and my friend agreed but said Saban did too. It was felt that too few college Qbs have the ability to hurt the defense so it was the smart play.
He also didn't think much of Collins. Thinks he wwasnt the best hire. Thought Collins at least is aware of the more recent improvements to Saban's defense. He didn't have recruiting duties at Bammer and doesn't have the reputation of being a great recruiter. FWIW.
