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03-10-2008, 03:19 PM
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If we only win 2 games this year, I want this to be the second.
Shut the [censored] up, ESPN.
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I agree but when everyone stops hating on OSU thats when we should be worried. The most hated teams are always the ones that win the most.
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03-10-2008, 03:36 PM
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This game will come down to one thing, how Sanchez/Mustain react to the Buckeyes defense. Just like the 06 Texas game, if The Buckeyes' opponent's QB gets rattled by the Buckeye D, the Bucks could come away with a two touchdown victory. If USC's QB can stay poised and calm, the USC receivers are too good not to get open atleast a few times, so the QB will find them.
And also, a year does make a huge difference for a defense that returns most of it's starters, even if the previous year's defense wasn't spectacular, like the 2004 D to the 2005 D and the 2001 D to the 2002 D.
and this year we have senior leadership on defense, which is HUGE for a team competing for a National CHampionship.
Early Prediction: Ohio State 27, USC 14
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03-11-2008, 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by RhodeIslandBuck
If USC's QB can stay poised and calm, the USC receivers are too good not to get open atleast a few times, so the QB will find them.
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If I'm not mistaken, the SC receivers were considered a liability for much of the year. What makes you think they'll improve that much this upcoming year?
Hell, they don't have SEC speed! 
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03-11-2008, 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by muffler dragon
If I'm not mistaken, the SC receivers were considered a liability for much of the year. What makes you think they'll improve that much this upcoming year?
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We do have SEC speed! Damien Williams came over with Mustain from Arkansas. He'll be eligible this year, and all the reports I've seen have been extremely positive. Throw in that leading receiver Vidal Hazelton played last season with two torn stomach muscles, Ronald Johnson showed promise as a deep threat his freshman year, and the entire group is a year more experienced, and it would really be baffling if this group didn't have a much improved 2008.
Now, will all that be evident the second game of the season with a new signal caller and no more Fred Davis? Open for debate.
Patrick Turner: Really needs to have a breakout year. Has all the physical tools, but hasn't been able to put it all together yet. One theory on last year's disappointment is that he was looking outstanding until he took a hit from Rey Maualuga right before the season opener.
Ronald Johnson: SC's best deep threat last year was a freshman, so there were a lot of near misses. A year in the system should help.
Vidal Hazelton: A playmaker who can break tackles and make things happen after the catch. And all that with two torn stomach muscles (misdiagnosed as a groin injury). The surgery was reportedly a success, and he's expected to be fully recovered for spring practice.
Damien Williams: Has built-in chemistry if Mustain wins the job, but should be an impact regardless. Transfer from Arkansas had to sit out last year. Received lots of praise on the scout team.
David Ausberry: Another in the mold of the big USC receivers (listed at 6'4", 225). USC likes to get him the ball out in the flat and let him use his size to run over corners 1-on-1. Didn't deliver on the big expectations many set for him last year, but he's only a RS sophomore.
Travon Patterson: Was supposed to be SC's burner, but missed the entire season with injury.
Garrett Green: Utility player gives SC some trick play potential. Former QB in HS.
Brandon Carswell: Bright future, but buried in the depth chart.
DJ Shoemate/Brice Butler: Incoming freshmen.
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03-12-2008, 01:08 AM
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We do have SEC speed! Damien Williams came over with Mustain from Arkansas. He'll be eligible this year...
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03-12-2008, 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by methomps
We do have SEC speed! Damien Williams came over with Mustain from Arkansas. He'll be eligible this year, and all the reports I've seen have been extremely positive. Throw in that leading receiver Vidal Hazelton played last season with two torn stomach muscles, Ronald Johnson showed promise as a deep threat his freshman year, and the entire group is a year more experienced, and it would really be baffling if this group didn't have a much improved 2008.
Now, will all that be evident the second game of the season with a new signal caller and no more Fred Davis? Open for debate.
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Hey methomps:
Am I mistaken in remembering that the "liability" on the part of the receivers was their ability to catch the ball? I would imagine that it will be a cold day in hell when SC doesn't have receivers with athletic ability, but catching the ball is the key. If I am remembering correctly; then was it a lack of chemistry with Booty (and Sanchez for his short stint) or something else? Don't get me wrong as I do also recall their youth, but even youth can put two mits on the ball with regularity.
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03-12-2008, 11:04 AM
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