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The Big Uglies on Both Sides of the Ball.

I wanted to quickly comment on the state of the O and D lines as we end the non-conference schedule.  I think that it is safe to say that both lines have exceeded expections.  First, the D line.

We all knew that BP was a monster but depth was a concern.  From what I have seen, our other guys have really stepped it up.  Jerzy, the other DT, has really stood out for me.  Blocked kick in the SDSU game.  Big plays last night an in Knoxville.  Backups such as Jess Ward (who I believe was the main reason for the 4th and 2 stop against UT) has played well coming off a preseason injury.  Damien Holmes made a big play (sack) last night.  David Carter has made several big sacks and, I believe, may lead the team.  The starting DEs, Bosworth and Jones, have been solid.  Suddenly, I am liking the depth as the position.  We need to do better against the spread, but I think that was more an issue with the LBs overpursuing. On to the O . . .

Maiava is really anchoring the line.  He is one nasty son of a gun.  Love his motor and his leadership.  Mike Harris has been a pleasant surprise.  He had a tough false start last night, but otherwise played very well.  Baca and X appear to be holding their own on the left side and Eddie Williams has been pretty solid.  It is nice to have the same guys starting at the same positions and growing as a unit.  Something that did not occur last season.  it is no coincidence that the Bruins had their first 100 yard rushing game since 2007.  The pass protection was outstanding last night.  No sacks.  Craft had time.  It was only KSU, but the line also did OK against a tough UT D in Knoxville, and held its own against a tricky Rocky Long scheme in the SDSU game.

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The most encouraging aspect of this for me

are the performances of Holmes and Carter. They have been really good from the second team. They really got some serious pressure going in late second half in crunch time (and this follows their contributions in the huge goal line stands last wee).

Good stuff orlando.

by Nestor on Sep 20, 2009 11:25 AM PDT reply actions  

i was thinking the same thing last night

coming into the season we were all really worried about the depth in our front 7. Clearly the LB corps is still unproven, but it’s great to know we have some reliable backups at both the DE and DT positions. Plus, Stokes should be back soon.

Has there ever been a player better than Detlef Schrempf?

by bucknellbruin on Sep 20, 2009 12:04 PM PDT up reply actions  

the other encouraging thing

is both lines seem to be getting better game to game.

That’s what good coaching, raw talent, and time will get you.

"when you've seen how big the world is, how can you make due with this?"

by silverlakebruin on Sep 20, 2009 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions  

It's odd that our TEs are the ones having problems now

That has been a pretty solid position for us the past few years. They’re still great downfield threats, but the blocking/penalties…

by Tydides on Sep 20, 2009 5:34 PM PDT up reply actions  

I'm glad

you posted this. I was thinking exactly the same thing.

by captainqtp on Sep 20, 2009 7:08 PM PDT reply actions  

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