RedRocks replied to the topic How many wins? in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
I think Utah will finish the ‘regular’ season 8-4, which is still a good season considering everything that has transpired.
I think Utah loses to the teams left on the schedule with decent defenses: Washington and Arizona. That said, Arizona State and Colorado could still give Utah trouble.
RedRocks replied to the topic Obviously the most important news of the day (helmets): in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
That would certainly look cool. Not sure the Ute Tribe would be too into it though…
RedRocks replied to the topic The ugly helmets are giving me tcu camo vibes in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
I say I am not a superstitious person, but sometimes I wonder…. 😉
RedRocks replied to the topic If you had to pick…. in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
A win over USC gets far more media attention for Utah than a win over Oregon. So, I’d probably pick the win over USC.
RedRocks replied to the topic Klatt and Cowherd talk Utah (among others), they love Whit in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
You can hate what someone does without hating the person. I didn’t realize that was difficult for some people to understand.
RedRocks replied to the topic Whitt's weekly presser in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
I wonder if Cam will transfer to a team that showcases the QB a little more, in an attempt to look more attractive to the NFL. It would be disappointing as a fan, but I could understand.
RedRocks replied to the topic Why are we complaining about the Big12? in the forum Football 6 months, 1 week ago
In a nutshell, because the Pac12 is great and the Big12 isn’t.
The locations, the brands, the schools, the geographical connection. Nothing about the future Big12 is better than the current Pac12, except maybe being closer to the east coast (for some of that alleged bias) and perceived fan support. Also, maybe conference leadership, but we will…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Big XII, two ranked teams. Neither of which will be there next year. Meh. in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
It is unfortunate that the Pac12 imploded. However, joining the Big12 is definitely better than ending up the MWC version of the Pac12.
Hopefully the Pac12 dissolves, Washington State / Oregon State end up in the Big12, and the Pac12 reconstitutes itself in a few years after everyone regrets moving to other conferences.
Hey, one can wish…
RedRocks replied to the topic Run Game in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
This definitely makes sense and I am not trying to argue that they shouldn’t run between the tackles. I think the over-dependence on it and the predictability of it still makes me nervous. Specifically, the seeming lack of creativity on third and short. It worked well enough against USC, I am just concerned that better defenses will take that away…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Run Game in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Correct. I acknowledged the fact that Utah had “some productive plays up the middle against USC” and their not-so-good defense.
I just can’t shake the idea that this over-commitment to it will bite us in the rear again in the coming week(s).
I hope I am wrong.
RedRocks started the topic Run Game in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Yesterday was a great game with a thrilling ending. Vaki left me wondering how he could possibly do the things he does with the ball in his hands. Barnes played very well and showed tons of determination. I like that there were a few more throws to Vele. Fantastic win.
During the game, I couldn’t help but notice that we continue to stick with…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Tight End in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Having two-way players makes for a fun story, but why don’t we have running backs and tight ends that can beat out teammates who are supposed to be playing defense?
Don’t get me wrong, watching Vaki run with power and speed was exciting. I just wonder why one of our defensive players looks like a better runner than the entire running back…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Now Yassmin is out for the season. in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Can’t seem to catch a break. Or catching too many ‘breaks’….
RedRocks started the topic Utah in the AP top 5 (Women's Basketball) in the forum Basketball (Women) 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Pretty impressive. Could be another great season.
AP preseason women’s Top 25 poll (From ESPN)
First-place votes in parentheses.
1. LSU (35)
2. UConn (1)
3. Iowa
4. UCLA
5. Utah
6. South Carolina
7. Ohio State
8. Virginia Tech
9. Indiana
10. Notre Dame
11. Tennessee
12. Ole Miss
13. Texas
14. Maryland
15. Stanford
16. North Carolina
17.…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Whitt said that Rising could come back next year. Do we want that? in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Yes, sign me up!
RedRocks replied to the topic Whitt said that Rising could come back next year. Do we want that? in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Well… that is some mighty strong Kool-Aid. Haha, I like it!
I am a bit more of a realist, but I agree that having them back (and playing) next year would be great for the team’s chances.
RedRocks replied to the topic 130, 129, 124, 92, 41, 32, 14: in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Sure. I am not arguing that Utah should not throw the ball. Variety is the spice of life.
However, if my team only runs the ball and scores on every possession, do we need to throw the ball?
I am mostly taking issue with your statement that the team who can pass the ball will win. Yes, this may often be true. It may even likely be true for this…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic 130, 129, 124, 92, 41, 32, 14: in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
“With each team able to do whatever it wants the team that can pass will win”
Not exactly. As long as Utah controls the ball and scores, it doesn’t really matter if they are throwing the ball.
That said, being super predictable usually results in stops, even by the worst defenses.
I don’t have a problem with running the ball. I have a problem…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic Whitt said that Rising could come back next year. Do we want that? in the forum Football 6 months, 2 weeks ago
I don’t think our “QB room” would be any better this year had Cam moved on. There would not have been a savior in the transfer portal and we already know a lot about the QBs already in our system.
As long as Cam isn’t stringing the team along and is actually playing, why wouldn’t you want him back if he helps you win games? We only have players…[Read more]
RedRocks replied to the topic OnlyU thoughts on Cam situation in the forum Football 6 months, 3 weeks ago
I must’ve missed the thread where people were rude to OnlyU.
Hopefully OnlyU finds their way back here, in spite of the idiots.