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Game Thread ***OFFICIAL GAME THREAD: UF vs Utah***
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Pulling for a loss is one thing. But openly hoping it somehow involves diced ham, onions and green peppers is a new low, even for you.
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Mrs G and I were in SLC week before last for the first time - work trip for me - and are seriously thinking of going back for the game in ‘23.
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Game 1 is 6 weeks from tomorrow. Anyone taking a look at Utah?
Looks like they return a talented and experienced core at QB, RB and TE. Their star WR, 2 LB and top OL from last year are gone. They look pretty young across their defense.
They had competition at punter and PK during the season, not strengths.
Thoughts?
Looks like they return a talented and experienced core at QB, RB and TE. Their star WR, 2 LB and top OL from last year are gone. They look pretty young across their defense.
They had competition at punter and PK during the season, not strengths.
Thoughts?
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I looked at their OL roster some weeks ago, trying to confirm one of Ox’s outlandish claims. They have decent size but are extremely young up front. Hopefully, we can take advantage of that youth with a packed, loud Swamp!
- Jun 14, 2014
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Looked at them a little bit. If our Defense can hold their experienced offense in check, I believe AR and the O will be able to exploit their young D.
It is going to be their strength vs. I feel an new and improved experienced UF D
It is going to be their strength vs. I feel an new and improved experienced UF D
- Nov 7, 2015
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No matter the opponent, Utah is usually a tough out. I think we win, but it ain’t gonna be a cake walk.
I also look forward to the Utes getting a feel for some Florida heat and humidity.
I also look forward to the Utes getting a feel for some Florida heat and humidity.
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I’ve had them scouted…lots returning and yet, lots lost.
We return more than our first two opponents and arguably have upgraded at some we lost like QB/RG. Also, should have better defensive scheme that alone will bring that side of the ball up.
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If you consider the old theory that the defense usually has the advantage in early season games I'd look for a tight game being at home and all. The difference maker will be Richardson using his legs to give the team a lift on 3rd down. Keep their defense on the field and I think we can win it in the 2nd half by a couple of scores. Early season games also come down to mistakes....too many turnovers and penalties can kill momentum and give them a better chance of stealing one on our turf....
- Jun 12, 2014
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Their QB didn't have big numbers, but he's efficient and wins. The offense is well balanced, and this is a well coached team all around. Yes, they will have some new starters, but even the new guys have more experience in their system than our guys will have. I'd say our biggest disadvantage compared to them is experience.
There have been many games in college football where experience beats talent, so hopefully our home field advantage will neutralize that advantage like we think it will. Last year they had a rocky start and didn't play as well on the road. We'll see if that trend continues into this season.
A big advantage for us is that it will be a lot harder for them to prepare for us than it will be for us to prep for them. I think we'll win, but I also expect a close, hard fought game.
There have been many games in college football where experience beats talent, so hopefully our home field advantage will neutralize that advantage like we think it will. Last year they had a rocky start and didn't play as well on the road. We'll see if that trend continues into this season.
A big advantage for us is that it will be a lot harder for them to prepare for us than it will be for us to prep for them. I think we'll win, but I also expect a close, hard fought game.
- Aug 17, 2018
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They'll be favored on paper because they're returning more production; but breaking it down, it's going to be a close dogfight of a game.
Their OL is young and inexperienced. It's a home opener, night game in the Swamp--but first half will be hot, humid, and muggy. I go to Utah a lot--and summers there are hot, but dry. They won't have dealt with the humidity here before. Add in 300 lb DL slammimg into them every play...and mistakes will start to add up. All of our most recent high-profile games in the Swamp see tons of false-start penalties for the opposing team. LSU in 18; Auburn in 19; Bama last year, etc. A young, inexperienced OL in Game 1 in the Swamp? That's an advantage to us. A big one.
They lost a lot on their defense; and while AR is relatively inexperienced--we know he can handle getting into offensive shootouts (LSU last year). Playing at home will be easier than on the road--control our nerves and we should be able to move the ball.
Won't be an easy win, but I think we can.
The team will be motivated to start the year with a bang; the Swamp will be rocking since it's a new coach and new start--AND vs a high-quality opponent we don't normally get to play.
Their OL is young and inexperienced. It's a home opener, night game in the Swamp--but first half will be hot, humid, and muggy. I go to Utah a lot--and summers there are hot, but dry. They won't have dealt with the humidity here before. Add in 300 lb DL slammimg into them every play...and mistakes will start to add up. All of our most recent high-profile games in the Swamp see tons of false-start penalties for the opposing team. LSU in 18; Auburn in 19; Bama last year, etc. A young, inexperienced OL in Game 1 in the Swamp? That's an advantage to us. A big one.
They lost a lot on their defense; and while AR is relatively inexperienced--we know he can handle getting into offensive shootouts (LSU last year). Playing at home will be easier than on the road--control our nerves and we should be able to move the ball.
Won't be an easy win, but I think we can.
The team will be motivated to start the year with a bang; the Swamp will be rocking since it's a new coach and new start--AND vs a high-quality opponent we don't normally get to play.
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They ...Utah will be favored...a good thing
It will be humid...a good thing
I think Napier has something to prove...a good thing
Our defense is no longer 3rd and Grantham...a great thing
AR is starting...a great thing.
Our OL has more experience...a good thing
Napier will go with the RB with the momentum...a good thing
It will be humid...a good thing
I think Napier has something to prove...a good thing
Our defense is no longer 3rd and Grantham...a great thing
AR is starting...a great thing.
Our OL has more experience...a good thing
Napier will go with the RB with the momentum...a good thing
- Jun 14, 2014
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You hit on it as well. Many if not all of those guys have never played in an environment as they will be coming in to. This will be HUGE.
- Aug 17, 2018
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The most difficult stadium in the Pac-12 is Oregon...and none of the guys there have played there to my knowledge since the last time they were @Autzen was 2017.
Last year, all 3 of their regular season losses were on the road (at BYU, at San Diego State, and at Oregon State).
Playing in the Swamp vs SEC athletes in the regular season (in a night game, no less) is on order magnitude more difficult than anything they've faced.
That's not to say they wouldn't be up for the challenge, but it's different when it's for-real.
