I think that was part of it, but not the only the only reason and I’d never just pin it on that singular issue.
Auburn Football: Where We Are Now
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On offense I’d agree, on defense I’d disagree. Assante and Marcus Harris have elevated their game majorly this year and a big part of that is the development, coaching, and scheme that Garrett, Aldridge and Roberts have put in place for them to excel. So there’s growth and development, just not nearly as much on offense as everyone would obviously prefer.
@jhead34382 the “proof of concept” is what has me worried with this class and stud recruits going forward. Do they have confidence in this staff with the way they have managed this crap show to put their future in these guys hands?
Definitely focused on offense there. In particular QBs. And the 3 studs we were sold on ain’t earning their paychecks. Phil, Kent and Hew look like they’ve never met a QB before.
Fair point. I also was debating between that and a B/B+, but once I realized I'd Spelled out B-A-D, I just went with it.
Apparently not based on some of the boneheaded down and distance playcalling he has made/allowed.
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Only if you resort to criminal level threats and stalking via DM.
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I agree with a lot of this.
Hugh made SURE to note that HE called the fade to Fairweather that won the Cal game.
Fast forward to now, things aren’t going near swimmingly, he is taking little potshots at his OC.
Whether you think the current OC sucks, and I do, the “good reverend Hugh” is doing a piss poor job of leading.
After awhile, coaches and players will pick up on that if they already haven’t.
This heavy handed ego is why folks look at “good reverend Hugh” sideways.
He’s an egotistical asshole on par with the likes of Coach K and Urban Myer, but without the success.
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The critics on here can say what they want and they usually do, but the reality is just what you said in this post and no amount of bitching and moaning is going to change that or rush the process of improvement. I still believe that we may see an upset this year and if so, for now, that would please me.
Spot on. There’s only so much “coaching up” someone can do with a certain level of talent.
My interpretation is Hugh knew/knows this type of year was coming. He’s sending the message to recruits that we need help. He feels this message will help recruiting more than 1 or 2 more wins will help?
With the annual scholarship limit changed to allow for replenishing annual departures, I expect a large attrition again.
We obviously don’t have a QB on the team. Thorne and Ashford are equally bad. Since that position is so important for establishing an ID, the offensive staff has no foundation to build on. Coaching mistakes are amplified as a result.
As long as Hugh can demonstrate his vision, maintain program energy and continue to receive administration support, his likelihood of success will remain strong.
We just have to face it, We Suck right now!!
I’m just shocked Freeze hasn’t been able to have a good offense, no matter the talent
The thing I’m most perplexed about is Thorne is a QB wirh 6,700 passing yards at a P5 school.
What happened there?
Scheme, game plans, play calling has been atrocious
Program is in decline for anyone paying attention and Bruce has run some hilariously bad plays at the end of games.
Thanks Jhead for bringing some common sense reason pertaining to the situation regarding Auburn football. I feel like the majority of the bunker understands it’s gonna take time. The problem is , the few on here with clearly no understanding of what Hugh inherited plus the time it’s gonna take to get out of the cellar. They seems to get everyone riled up thinking we should be clicking on all cylinders year 1. Not to mention going up against 4 good teams with more talent and coaching staffs who have been with there programs for multiple years. Also, enjoy your Sunday night show on tos
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The ironic part of that is those same type of fans will turn around and accuse more realistic fans of cheering for failure.
Very short sided to blame this on talent alone @jhead34382 . The defense has enough talent to kept us in 3 of the 4 losses. They ain’t great but have been a solid bunch for the most part. We have talent on special teams. Two great kickers. We have a QB that threw for 50 TD’s at MSU. We have a talented RB room. We have a nice LT & an OL that is improved from years past. We have a talented receiving TE & a decent TE room overall. We have another QB, Ashford, who has shown to be talented enough to move the football in this league. Should that equate to one of the worst offenses in the last 25+ years? I say no. I’m a huge HF fan but to see 4 losses in a row & justify it by claiming to be simply void of talent isn’t accurate.
I was under the impression that Will was/is an anti-freezer. Especially after his hit piece after either the Cal game or maybe the Tamu game. Is that not the case? @jhead34382
No idea about that. I thought he vouched for freeze when we struck out w lane.
lol, you must’ve misssed his campaign video telling folks he’d never met freeze but knew he was the man for the job and felt like he’d known him his whole life because he sits next to his daughter at church. It was cringe af.
I agree with most of what you say here. But Ashford is not a good QB or even an average one. He’s athletic no doubt. I haven’t seen him move the ball anywhere close to consistently in this league. But overall I’m as disappointed as anyone on here about our offense. It is, as you say, one of the worst I’ve seen ever at Auburn. And I’ve been watching Auburn football for 50+ years.
Yes I saw it or part of it but didn’t realize it was same guy. Until now.
Jaylin Simpson has really stepped it up this season as well.
Will Herring posted some Twitter video that was cringe. I like Will, loved watching him play. That wasn’t his finest moment imo. No big deal
Will Herring and Will Collier are two separate people. I'm fairly certain of it. And for the record, @Will Collier is not the English footballer Will Collier, either.
RA threw for 1600+ yards & rushed for 700+ yards last year. He accounted for 14 TD. Currently that looks solid compared to what we’ve seen from QB1 in 2023. Hugh should have been able to squeeze more production from this team. Thing is… he knows it & it’s eating him up.
you are so dumb about basketball.
I fell into the trap of believing that the OL portal signings would have more of an impact. Defenses are feasting in the AU backfield. The running game is immediately under pressure and there's contact before they even get to the line of scrimmage. Nothing needs to be said about the passing game, there isn't one. This is disappointing.
Good point, but I take exception with the Bowden inclusion. He inherited a roster loaded with seasoned talent that simply needed new organization.
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