Mike West

Another penalty on offense stalls a good drive.

This has been a lot demonstration of controlling the edge on defense. They put THREE TEs on a side, and we didn't have the numbers to neutralize it. Remind me of the list Stanford drive of regulation when DeRuyter kept blitzing and Stanford kept throwing slant routes. Squeeze inside from the edges and this game is over. Doesn't take a full quarter to see this. And if Sewell is going to shoot the QB in pass plays, somebody's got to cover the area he's been leaving wide open.

We're possibly looking at no points for the whole half. Guess it's time to start thinking about the Rose Bowl. Anything less than a the TD victory is not going to cut it. November is showcase month, not ugly win month. We're going to win this game. This is not going to impress the committee.

Well, Ohio State and Cincinnati sure put pressure on the Ducks. A skin margin of victory is out of the question. Stomp the Utes or stay home. And no, a ride Bowl against Michigan State is no silver lining. Cinci got the memo. Ohio State got the message. STYLE POINTS ARE GOING TO MATTER.

Oh man, that is one of the funniest lines I've ever heard.

LOL. Isn't it ironic that the Ducks' "schedule" is weaker that Cincinnati's? And when was the last time Cincinnati beat Ohio State in the Horseshoe? Does ANYBODY believe the Bearcats could pull that off this year? How about the PAC12? Does anybody truly think Cinci would win NINE PAC12 games? One team-ONE- has accomplished that feat... Yes the Oregon Ducks. And they were an elbow from taking their Natty into overtime. I've seen Cincinnati. They are not playoff caliber. But I sure will bet my entire retirement package if they play, because they are going to get their assess kicked. And I mean a 42-17 butt whooping. So it's clear politics are involved. Oregon might not be passing the eye test, but they sure didn't look like they were going to beat tOSU Buckeyes did they?

Traditionally, the Spartans usually give the Buckeyes hell. Even at the Horseshoe. I like MSU to cover. Can you say money line?!!! Utah faces their first top ten foe. Cristobal seems to want it more than fearing a loss. Ducks win. Hopefully like two years ago. Clemson actually has their conference title destiny in their own hands. Defeat Wake, and they face Pitt for another shot at the ACC Title. Their offense is getting better, their defense is very good. Give those points. Take the Tigers.

Amen. This is a tough assignment. Title teams execute. This game is similar to the 2010 Oregon at Cal game. That team got it done. Now if we want to look like the elite teams, we drop 50 and leave the Utes in the dust. But I don't see Cristobal going for the throat. This is his battle in a phone booth game. I'd be orbiting the North Star - showing the world what Superman is totally capable of. As the World Turns is what we'll get though. One question though: didn't TV execs get rid of soap operas for a reason?

Interesting that this site brought up the subject before the WSU game. One of the things I'm proud to be part of. So many contributors here have the kind of vision to see trends well before other sites. I hadn't given much thought to the subject until last week. I'm hoping Morehead stays (I didn't it), but next year will be another opportunity to stretch the field-with another set of QBs capable of performing well. As far as this year, Brown is going to be forced to make plays throwing the ball the rest of the year. Let's hope he's "money" often enough to win games.

Oh there are several others... Josh, Darren, "30", to name a few. And the comments were even better when we didn't agree. This site is unique because the opinions are supported by so much tactical analysis. Why do you think the site was ahead of the herd ( recognizing Cristobal wasn't going to win a title "fighting in a phone booth"). And you my friend have the best pulse on what our beloved Ducks would face in a playoff scenario.

The only record that matters to me is the score... Post a 42-14 victory. Starts with celebrating a statement victory instead of a routine play.

I think you guys are thinking that I believe tOSU is overrated. I'm saying MSU and Michigan are overrated.

Depends... MSU has certainly peaked. Can't say enough about Mel Tucker. He got this team to dominate the middle of the conference. But they aren't talented enough to handle the cream of the crop. Michigan? Do you really think Harbaugh can handle Ohio State? I smell bloodbath in that game. Now I recognize the committee has both ranked high, but if Ohio State blows them out, in my mind they're overrated

I believe this was for the sake of argument only, but it was mentioned. From Saturday Down South : "Look, Bennett is a great story. He’s fun to watch. But does Georgia beat Alabama or Ohio State or Oregon – teams that can score points on the Georgia defense — with Bennett?" The lead story is about Lane Kiffin (think he'd go back to USC?), with some after thought discussion. In any event, My take? If Brown can complete passes like he did against Ohio State ( to loosen things up for a very strong running game), we'll be able to run the ball on playoff teams (if we reach the playoffs). Now I imagine Morehead will install plenty of screens if he faced the Bulldogs ( inside, and those dreaded bubble screens), and I sure hope he uses plenty of jet motion against Georgia. But let's get past Utah first. Again, loosen up the box, ground and pound. And if Brown can hit a couple of deep shots....

After the performance in Columbus, I started to think this defense might be elite. I think they are. They did a hell of a job controlling WSU in spurts. The Cougars are dangerous, and they completely shut them down most of the game. I am greedy. So I'm not satisfied yet. But they're heading the right direction. I want to see more dominance. I want to instill fear (that is not happening in the PAC12-only hate and disrespect). To be the best, you have to match the best. That starts with total dominance in your conference. Leave no doubt dominance. We are competing with the nation's best. They dominate their conference. The elite keep coaches up late at night. We don't get media love, so we must obliterate teams. The national consensus was we squeaked by Saturday- despite a well played performance on defense. High standards breed high performance. They've got some work to do.

He's concerned about his NFL prospects. Kids need to get real. If he's NFL caliber they know. And it always gets solidified on Pro Day.

IDK They have a frosh QB that is as good as, if not better than our talent. The kid is dynamite. Sorry guys. I'd take that job in a heartbeat. They have talent. The right coach will stabilize the program, them turn on the jets. The right coach will put them in contention year two.

Or pushed at 14 (depending on when you put the money down). lol

While I agree the adjustments and execution of those adjustments were very good, this game was OVER if the Ducks execute in the second quarter. Travis Dye, of all players fumbled. On the drive to ice the game for all intense purposes. It is absolutely essential this team learns to extend 14 point leads when they are in position to do so. Every game I mentioned earlier were similar situations. Almost all of them resulted in turnovers- which are momentum changes. Your job Mr. Phelps is to ice the game early. This comment will self destruct in fifteen seconds.

The running game is such a strength that I'm puzzled Morehead passes so often. I'd personally like to see him roll Brown out. Or play action featuring roll out ( like Herbert got from Arroyo). Also, now is the time for some deep out and up plays. And where are those crossing patterns? Teams are going to start sitting on the out routes and curls. Those are Brown's strengths.

College football fans had to stay up until 1 last night to see the Ducks drama filled victory. At those point, I believe all the contenders deserve equal treatment when it comes to exposure. I believe the Utah game should be on at 11 or 12:30 this week. In fact, I don't believe Oregon should be on cable the rest of the year. Same for Cinci and Oklahoma State of course ( who would be the other teams robbed off exposure- we KNOW the Irish will get maximum exposure). ABC baby. The main event, not the lower card entry. WE KNOW OHIO STATE IS GOING TO GET EXPOSURE. Cristobal should be given the chance to show his program is ready for the prime time. Thoughts?

tOSU REALLY put a stamp on their entrance exam to the playoffs. Oklahoma State has a very good defense. They're probably going to redeem their loss empathically. Style points matter the rest of the year. Win big, or go home. I don't think close scores are going to do the trick.

The question really is: Can any of those teams beat tOSU in the Horseshoe like the Ducks did? I think Oklahoma State can ( exclusively). But they didn't put the Buckeyes on their schedule. Will that count in favor of the Ducks?

Good win. They handled their business. This game was over in the first quarter though. They let another team off the mat this year. So far, Ohio State Cal Stanford UCLA UW WSU It's a bad habit. It's not a fluke. It is a pattern that must be corrected. In all the games above, the team had drives in which the offense was in position to seal the deal by putting points on the board. They've found creative ways in falling short. The one area of improvement Cristobal teams must focus on is this flawed habit.