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10-20-2005, 09:43 PM
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OL Doug Datish (official thread)
I just watched last Saturday's game again, specifically looking at what Doug Datish did on every offensive play. I did this because I noticed in JT's presser this week that Datish was one of a handful of players that rated a winning performance in the coaches' post-game evaluations. In fact, he was awarded the Offensive Player of the game.
On about 25 rushing attempts, there were only a couple of running plays where it seemed that his assignment wasn't executed successfully. There were a few plays where he got off the line and hit linebackers and even safeties. On the play where Pittman got to the 1 yard line late in the game, Datish was on the right side (Hamby lined up as LT), and Doug walled off a man to help create a huge hole. On Troy's QB sneak 2 plays later, he quickly dove very low to help flatten the left side of the line.
On passing downs, he was performing different types of blocking assignments. There were cut blocks timed with short QB drops, combination blocks, and 1-on-1 dropbacks. There was only one time in pass protection where his man got near Troy Smith. Troy was flushed on the play and gained 7 yards on 1st down, so it didn't hurt the drive.
I know that many of us (including myself) have stated a preference to have somebody else starting at tackle. Well, I just want to say that last Saturday Doug Datish played an excellent game, and deserved his Offensive Player of the Game award.
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10-20-2005, 09:44 PM
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Excellent. Greenies for you.
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10-20-2005, 09:53 PM
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I read that, too and also where JT thought Boone played good, but not a
winning number (not exactly sure his wording). Did you see anything specific about Boone.
Great job Datish.
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10-20-2005, 10:00 PM
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I read that, too and also where JT thought Boone played good, but not a
winning number (not exactly sure his wording). Did you see anything specific about Boone.
Great job Datish.
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I'd really have to watch the game again. I was looking at the other side of the line. I won't have time to go through it again, since I leave for Bloomington tomorrow. I think I'll watch Boone in another game. 
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10-21-2005, 10:55 AM
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At the beginning of this season many thought this guy would never be more that a career backup player! I guess that judgement was hasty. This is a classic example of how long it can take for lineman to develop. He will probably lock down that spot.  |
10-21-2005, 11:12 AM
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Oh GOSH! My job is so rewarding!!!
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glad to hear he did so well, he was arguably one of the weaker links on the OL early on, but taosman hit the nail on the head.
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10-21-2005, 11:30 AM
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he was pretty happy in class on tuesday, actually saying something in class. he seems like a great guy, good to see him doing well.
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