Skull Session: Marvin Harrison Jr. Loves Being a Villain, C.J. Stroud Responds When People Count Him Out and Kirk Herbstreit Catches a Stray From Will Muschamp
Even after a full season I still can't completely nail down this team. The talent is there, we have an excellent staff, and that loss to Michigan wasn't nearly as bad as the score indicated. Is Georgia better than Michigan? Probably. But I'd still take our best effort over anyone's. The one group I'd love to see take on that villain persona is the OL. Bulldoze on run plays and be a wall on pass plays and we win this game.
To err is human. Really sucking requires having yellow stripes on your helmet.
This Buckeye squad had flashed at times this season but they have not played a clean and complete game on both sides of the ball. RD should make a point to the team and have them video him shaving his beard off in the lead up to Saturday night with the message being clear.
Go Bucks!
Without winners there wouldn't be any gosh darn civilization. We make no apologies for winning or for aiming our entire program toward that goal. - Woody Hayes
Happy Hump Day Dubbers! Onward and upward, we have a few more anxious days until Saturday. Georgia is totally beatable, if the Buckeyes show up! Bucks 34-27.
We shall see how well this team prepared for this game, if we see similar results as the TTUN game, then I'd say there's an underlying issue somewhere.. as long as we execute at every level, every snap, we have a chance..if we don't, well then I expect similar results..
big difference between these two, and it has nothing to do with their respective sports, what era it was, their height, weight, whatever...we all know what that difference is, and I'll leave it at that
Everyone knows what you meant with your subtle dog whistle, so you really didn’t leave it at that. So explain to me why Bob Knight was able to get away with his antics for so long? What was the difference there?
with Knight it was all about his power status at IU and the money he brought in, Einstein, anything else you need explained to you? now, me thinks YOU should leave it at that
So your point on Knight totally contradicts your earlier point on Woody vs Howard, but of course your prejudice and bias won’t see it. And you can’t intimidate me by capitalizing YOU and trying to put me in my place where you think I belong. I have dealt with people like you all my life. Internet tough guy.
Until the Michigan game Ohio State won all their games by double digits. Contrary to the box score, Ohio State looked like they could have beaten Michigan. Georgia has looked beatable at times this year. Ohio State is capable of winning the game, I just don’t know what team is going to show up. I get more of the 2015 team vibes, so much talent wasted on bad play calling in the MSU game. That team showed up in their bowl game and played well. Hopefully the same will happen.
We have 3 very good running backs. Use them all. Wear down the Dawgs. If they commit to stop the run, pass them silly. We've got the players to do this.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
Georgia is the best in the country at stopping the run. Their offense, while statistically is ranked high, benefits from having a defensive that gets a lot a short stops, allowing the offense lots of opportunities. Ohio State will need to keep the ball in order to have a chance. I’m curious as to how Ohio State, built to pass first, is going to wear down running on the best run defense in the country? I agree on the passing silly, that will open the run.
My argument, right or wrong, is that the B1G had better rushing offenses to contend with than the SEC. Georgia's defensive statistics just might be overinflated. My question is, did the Dawgs have to face an offense with the talent and depth at RB that OSU possesses? I think not. We have a trio of very good backs. Use them all and make them stop us.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
True fundamental football has always been to establish the run 1st, if we have to 'sell-out' to do so, we should. Then use play-action, and sprinkle in some qb runs, TE plays, Rb flats, etc. But passing to set up the run is a backwards mentality and honestly a 'soft', finesse look. If we get clobbered by Georgia's defense repeatedly, then pass all over the place.
That’s the exact philosophy Coach Smart has developed the Georgia defense around. Control the line of scrimmage, stop the run, and force teams to pass. Georgia gambles and assumes risk in their pass defense. They are the best in college football at stopping the run and there isn’t a close second. Eventually most teams will make mistakes passing because they don’t have the passing talent to match Georgia’s defensive. The last loss Georgia had was to Alabama in the SEC championship game last year. Alabama had over 400 yards passing, but their RBs had less than 100 yards rushing. Ohio State has the best collection of passing talent in college football, it’s what the team is built on. Trying to force the run in hopes of opening the passing game, that is already open based on Georgia’s defensive scheme, is like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.
Well if that's the case, then bombs away. Can't afford dumb shit false start penalties, dropped passes, miscommunication on routes, etc. Also, Ryan Day needs to coach a flawless game and C.J. needs to not force throws into double/triple teams and actually run if they give give him lanes but be quick and decisive about it. If/ when Muschamp decides to change up defensive scheme, then run it down their throats and eat clock.
Agree, which is why this match up might just come down to coaching staff performance. Whichever one gets their kids more prepared and more "up" for this one wins the game.
My confidence in Day and company is not exactly hight right now.
I don’t personally know Will Muschamp, but you can easily make the case he is a failed head coach with a bad temper and a big ego just from observing him through the years.
He certainly knows his defenses, but I hope massive frustration spills over him when the Buckeye O makes some big plays Saturday.
Don't know if we'll win, but I love harnessing the underdog role. I'm just hoping UGA comes in as overconfident as we are motivated, and gets a big surprise when we hit the shit out of them early and often after being told tOSU is charmin for the last month. That said it's going to be a 4 quarter game, and it can't get here soon enough.
Not sure why people in Texas have forgotten that water becomes ice at 32 degrees. I have a number of friends there who experienced ice damage last weekend and seemed shocked by it. They seemed to have zero idea how to prevent it. The car wash closing and draining its lines seems like such an obvious move, but no….
Not sure why people in Texas have forgotten that water becomes ice at 32 degrees. I have a number of friends there who experienced ice damage last weekend and seemed shocked by it. They seemed to have zero idea how to prevent it. The car wash closing and draining its lines seems like such an obvious move, but no….
Time to “mask up”? What the hell does that even mean in this context? Every time he opens his mouth, he tries to be so in command and cool but what comes out is a poorly timed cliche, excuse, or blame. (Here come the down votes.)
Look, I don't have any crayons right now to draw this out for you, but think about what football players put on their heads every time they go in for a play. Now, after you get that nailed down, try to think about the parts of that thing they put on their head. Are there any parts of what they put on their heads that contain the word "mask" in them?
Come on, we know you have it in you to figure it out! We're cheering for you!
Are you proud to win the asshole of the day award? In 15 years of playing and 15 years of coaching, I’ve never heard “mask up”. Must be a new one. I have encountered plenty of assholes like you though. Never cared for any of them and I’m sure you’re not worth a damn either. So fuck off.
Are you an 18-22 year old kid right now? Perhaps the lingo has changed a bit since you played, and maybe you don't pay enough attention to players to hear them use words in ways you weren't expecting. Maybe the times we live in have ushered in new ways of using different terms.
Wait, let me help you with your argument, "Well, I'm a coach right now, and I've never heard the term." Sure, but are you a coach for the Buckeyes? Are you around the team every day to hear how they talk to each other and how they use certain words? Moreover, do your players have to face reporters constantly over the course of the season and then have grown men shit on their answers after the fact?
Sorry Mrs Stroud, to have offended your son. There was a bigger point to my original comment about Stroud when he addresses the media. But you were too busy dreaming up an attempt at well crafted sarcasm with crayons to get it. It’s not really about “mask up” (which I seem to remember plastered everywhere during Covid). It’s that he tries to talk big but comes across more like Shooter McGaven with poor cliches and finger pointing. A couple days ago he was saying something about “that’s for you people on the outside” (or something like that). Which is a dismissive comment made because he doesn’t like criticism from fans or anyone else. He panics. That’s a worry. Take care.
My Skull Session was "in the bank," and I was fast asleep in bed by the time Washington's career night ended around 11 p.m. EST, so I apologize for not referencing him in the Skully. However, I did post something about his 26-point, 8-assist performance against the Grizzlies in the forum if you want to check that out.
I don't doubt a committed CJ Stroud, *IF* he decides to run that rock forward for yardage.
I *DO* doubt CJ Stroud *IF* he doesn't run and carry that ball a few times to give some wrinkles.
I don't doubt the rest of offense. Something tells me that MH is getting the rest of Zone 6 ready, and Wypler looks like he's ready to tear heads off.
As for defense? I need to see which secondary we get. Is it the Silver Bullets, or is it the guys watching the game from the field? I don't doubt Tommy Two-Thumbs, nor do I doubt our D Line.
Coaching? Strange to say this, but I am not sweating what HC Day is cooking up. I bet he's ready to show something that is essentially "kitchen sink". And Knowles? Smart man. I doubt he forgets to adjust during this game.
I agree, which is why I put that last part in there about Branham's one-and-done success not helping Ohio State but being great for him individually. Hopefully, if he does end up being one-and-done, Sensabaugh can leave after having more of an impact on the team's success in the Big Ten and NCAA Tournaments.
One and done is why it's hard to get too excited by, or invested in, college BB.
My aim, then, is to whip the Weasels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. Fear is the beginning of wisdom. - William Tecumseh Sherman (with apologies)
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We will get to see how our passing game looks like vs nfl caliber corners and safeties
Carp thinks CJ's gaining chunk-yardage a few times, could be pivotal:
TBDSNITL: The best damn screen name in the land!
I will listen at work. If he means like Krenzel against Miami, who was over playing, yes.
#walkaway
Hoody Wayes, Where in Bobby's 21 minute vid?
Ua Mau ke Ea o ka 'Aina I ka Pono. The life of the land is preserved in righteousness. (Hawai'i state motto) Aloha nui kakou.
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TBDSNITL: The best damn screen name in the land!
Mahalo, friend.
Ua Mau ke Ea o ka 'Aina I ka Pono. The life of the land is preserved in righteousness. (Hawai'i state motto) Aloha nui kakou.
Even after a full season I still can't completely nail down this team. The talent is there, we have an excellent staff, and that loss to Michigan wasn't nearly as bad as the score indicated. Is Georgia better than Michigan? Probably. But I'd still take our best effort over anyone's. The one group I'd love to see take on that villain persona is the OL. Bulldoze on run plays and be a wall on pass plays and we win this game.
To err is human. Really sucking requires having yellow stripes on your helmet.
This Buckeye squad had flashed at times this season but they have not played a clean and complete game on both sides of the ball. RD should make a point to the team and have them video him shaving his beard off in the lead up to Saturday night with the message being clear.
Go Bucks!
Without winners there wouldn't be any gosh darn civilization. We make no apologies for winning or for aiming our entire program toward that goal. - Woody Hayes
Happy Hump Day Dubbers! Onward and upward, we have a few more anxious days until Saturday. Georgia is totally beatable, if the Buckeyes show up! Bucks 34-27.
The goal is set. The path to that goal goes through Georgia. The solution is simple: Score more points than Georgia.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
We shall see how well this team prepared for this game, if we see similar results as the TTUN game, then I'd say there's an underlying issue somewhere.. as long as we execute at every level, every snap, we have a chance..if we don't, well then I expect similar results..
Morning.
Nice come back Herbie. Wonder if Will looked like this when he heard
Hoping Stroud and company can make him look like this on NYE.
Beat Georgia
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peidiwch â ffycin gyda'r Cymry
TOSU knows they have a shot in this game. Make sure muschump knows That!
Beat dawgs!!
Go Bucks!!!
David Peck
I don't remember Will Muschamp in that game either, but I'll never forget this classic Muschamp moment.
Gary Danielson said he couldn't read lips, but c'mon Gary nobody bought that line.
*If there's one thing that Muschamp can throw better than Herbstreit, it's a TANTRUM!
These people make way to much money to act like that.
Tell that to juwan howard.
David Peck
Juwan Howard says hold my baby bottle
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Juwan should be out or a job. Can you imagine Woody doing what Juwan had done?
...ahem...
big difference between these two, and it has nothing to do with their respective sports, what era it was, their height, weight, whatever...we all know what that difference is, and I'll leave it at that
Faster, tougher, and more violent...
Everyone knows what you meant with your subtle dog whistle, so you really didn’t leave it at that. So explain to me why Bob Knight was able to get away with his antics for so long? What was the difference there?
with Knight it was all about his power status at IU and the money he brought in, Einstein, anything else you need explained to you? now, me thinks YOU should leave it at that
Faster, tougher, and more violent...
So your point on Knight totally contradicts your earlier point on Woody vs Howard, but of course your prejudice and bias won’t see it. And you can’t intimidate me by capitalizing YOU and trying to put me in my place where you think I belong. I have dealt with people like you all my life. Internet tough guy.
Just feels so much like the 02 NC Game vs the 2 year defeated and defending NC Canes.
Tressel’s team won 7 games by 7 points or less that year.
The Canes were just blowing out everyone w no perceived weakness.
Let’s Go Bucks!
Until the Michigan game Ohio State won all their games by double digits. Contrary to the box score, Ohio State looked like they could have beaten Michigan. Georgia has looked beatable at times this year. Ohio State is capable of winning the game, I just don’t know what team is going to show up. I get more of the 2015 team vibes, so much talent wasted on bad play calling in the MSU game. That team showed up in their bowl game and played well. Hopefully the same will happen.
Shatinkycat1
Not even close. Many national media think we have a chance. In 02, nobody did
I’m just glad that “Stroud kept remained QB1”, whatever that means.
Lol. Oops.
3 more wake ups. Feelin it yet!?!?!?!?
Man, I hope these guys show up for the game. We need that vibe right now.
Ohhhhhh, I can feel it.
We have 3 very good running backs. Use them all. Wear down the Dawgs. If they commit to stop the run, pass them silly. We've got the players to do this.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
Georgia is the best in the country at stopping the run. Their offense, while statistically is ranked high, benefits from having a defensive that gets a lot a short stops, allowing the offense lots of opportunities. Ohio State will need to keep the ball in order to have a chance. I’m curious as to how Ohio State, built to pass first, is going to wear down running on the best run defense in the country? I agree on the passing silly, that will open the run.
Shatinkycat1
You have to run on them early when they try to stop the run with 5-6 in the box. Do that and they can’t focus on stopping the pass. Advantage us.
My argument, right or wrong, is that the B1G had better rushing offenses to contend with than the SEC. Georgia's defensive statistics just might be overinflated. My question is, did the Dawgs have to face an offense with the talent and depth at RB that OSU possesses? I think not. We have a trio of very good backs. Use them all and make them stop us.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
True fundamental football has always been to establish the run 1st, if we have to 'sell-out' to do so, we should. Then use play-action, and sprinkle in some qb runs, TE plays, Rb flats, etc. But passing to set up the run is a backwards mentality and honestly a 'soft', finesse look. If we get clobbered by Georgia's defense repeatedly, then pass all over the place.
"Put ya' weight on it"
There you go. Great points.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
That’s the exact philosophy Coach Smart has developed the Georgia defense around. Control the line of scrimmage, stop the run, and force teams to pass. Georgia gambles and assumes risk in their pass defense. They are the best in college football at stopping the run and there isn’t a close second. Eventually most teams will make mistakes passing because they don’t have the passing talent to match Georgia’s defensive. The last loss Georgia had was to Alabama in the SEC championship game last year. Alabama had over 400 yards passing, but their RBs had less than 100 yards rushing. Ohio State has the best collection of passing talent in college football, it’s what the team is built on. Trying to force the run in hopes of opening the passing game, that is already open based on Georgia’s defensive scheme, is like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.
Shatinkycat1
Well if that's the case, then bombs away. Can't afford dumb shit false start penalties, dropped passes, miscommunication on routes, etc. Also, Ryan Day needs to coach a flawless game and C.J. needs to not force throws into double/triple teams and actually run if they give give him lanes but be quick and decisive about it. If/ when Muschamp decides to change up defensive scheme, then run it down their throats and eat clock.
"Put ya' weight on it"
Let’s keep in mind Georgia also has to play its best game to beat the Bucks. They can not play like they did against KY and win.
Yup! 1 team will have to play its best 2 games B2B all season to be crowned NC!
Agree, which is why this match up might just come down to coaching staff performance. Whichever one gets their kids more prepared and more "up" for this one wins the game.
My confidence in Day and company is not exactly hight right now.
gfounds
I feel like Day had his whoops game this year. Hopefully it was only 1.
Things I see in the tweet from OSU: Egbuka returning a punt - Buckeyes must believe the D can force Georgia to punt. Good.
Josh Proctor returning an int. Sshhh...
CJ wearing a black jersey which means they don't think he'll even be touched by the Georgia D. OR they're saving him for the game, ie run?
Dallan Haden running thru a wide open hole. Icing the game in the 4th quarter against a gassed Dawg D?
I don’t personally know Will Muschamp, but you can easily make the case he is a failed head coach with a bad temper and a big ego just from observing him through the years.
He certainly knows his defenses, but I hope massive frustration spills over him when the Buckeye O makes some big plays Saturday.
That would be delightful to see.
Hey Will, they said the same shit when you were standing on the sideline at Florida!
Georgia is about to get tossed into an Ohio State wood chipper. The closer we get to the game the more confident I am we will win.
Round on the ends and "HI" in the middle. O-HI-O.
Don't know if we'll win, but I love harnessing the underdog role. I'm just hoping UGA comes in as overconfident as we are motivated, and gets a big surprise when we hit the shit out of them early and often after being told tOSU is charmin for the last month. That said it's going to be a 4 quarter game, and it can't get here soon enough.
Plus 1 for the Charmin reference.
I'm not trying to win a popularity contest. I'm trying to win football games-- Woody Hayes
Not sure why people in Texas have forgotten that water becomes ice at 32 degrees. I have a number of friends there who experienced ice damage last weekend and seemed shocked by it. They seemed to have zero idea how to prevent it. The car wash closing and draining its lines seems like such an obvious move, but no….
Not sure why people in Texas have forgotten that water becomes ice at 32 degrees. I have a number of friends there who experienced ice damage last weekend and seemed shocked by it. They seemed to have zero idea how to prevent it. The car wash closing and draining its lines seems like such an obvious move, but no….
I remember Will Muschamp's bum ass getting shit canned every time he's ever been made a head coach, that's all I remember about him.
The Excellence of Execution, the Best there is, the Best there was, the Best there ever will be!
Time to “mask up”? What the hell does that even mean in this context? Every time he opens his mouth, he tries to be so in command and cool but what comes out is a poorly timed cliche, excuse, or blame. (Here come the down votes.)
Look, I don't have any crayons right now to draw this out for you, but think about what football players put on their heads every time they go in for a play. Now, after you get that nailed down, try to think about the parts of that thing they put on their head. Are there any parts of what they put on their heads that contain the word "mask" in them?
Come on, we know you have it in you to figure it out! We're cheering for you!
Good description but I think we might still need the crayons if possible
Are you proud to win the asshole of the day award? In 15 years of playing and 15 years of coaching, I’ve never heard “mask up”. Must be a new one. I have encountered plenty of assholes like you though. Never cared for any of them and I’m sure you’re not worth a damn either. So fuck off.
Are you an 18-22 year old kid right now? Perhaps the lingo has changed a bit since you played, and maybe you don't pay enough attention to players to hear them use words in ways you weren't expecting. Maybe the times we live in have ushered in new ways of using different terms.
Wait, let me help you with your argument, "Well, I'm a coach right now, and I've never heard the term." Sure, but are you a coach for the Buckeyes? Are you around the team every day to hear how they talk to each other and how they use certain words? Moreover, do your players have to face reporters constantly over the course of the season and then have grown men shit on their answers after the fact?
Sorry Mrs Stroud, to have offended your son. There was a bigger point to my original comment about Stroud when he addresses the media. But you were too busy dreaming up an attempt at well crafted sarcasm with crayons to get it. It’s not really about “mask up” (which I seem to remember plastered everywhere during Covid). It’s that he tries to talk big but comes across more like Shooter McGaven with poor cliches and finger pointing. A couple days ago he was saying something about “that’s for you people on the outside” (or something like that). Which is a dismissive comment made because he doesn’t like criticism from fans or anyone else. He panics. That’s a worry. Take care.
Talk about Branham in the Skull Session but no love for Duane Washington Jr. He dropped in 26 points and 8 assists for the Phoenix Suns last night.
My Skull Session was "in the bank," and I was fast asleep in bed by the time Washington's career night ended around 11 p.m. EST, so I apologize for not referencing him in the Skully. However, I did post something about his 26-point, 8-assist performance against the Grizzlies in the forum if you want to check that out.
Thanks for the response, Chase. No need for me to check out his night as I watched it. Just wanted him to get a little love too!
By the way, love your approach to writing the Skull Session. Great to see other Buckeye athletes getting some love.
I don't doubt a committed CJ Stroud, *IF* he decides to run that rock forward for yardage.
I *DO* doubt CJ Stroud *IF* he doesn't run and carry that ball a few times to give some wrinkles.
I don't doubt the rest of offense. Something tells me that MH is getting the rest of Zone 6 ready, and Wypler looks like he's ready to tear heads off.
As for defense? I need to see which secondary we get. Is it the Silver Bullets, or is it the guys watching the game from the field? I don't doubt Tommy Two-Thumbs, nor do I doubt our D Line.
Coaching? Strange to say this, but I am not sweating what HC Day is cooking up. I bet he's ready to show something that is essentially "kitchen sink". And Knowles? Smart man. I doubt he forgets to adjust during this game.
Another one and done player. How well has that worked for Ohio State? Not one sweet sixteen appearance in how many years?
Sorry. I would rather develop players that stay around for 3 or 4 years to help formulate a team that can be successful.
I agree, which is why I put that last part in there about Branham's one-and-done success not helping Ohio State but being great for him individually. Hopefully, if he does end up being one-and-done, Sensabaugh can leave after having more of an impact on the team's success in the Big Ten and NCAA Tournaments.
One and done is why it's hard to get too excited by, or invested in, college BB.
My aim, then, is to whip the Weasels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. Fear is the beginning of wisdom. - William Tecumseh Sherman (with apologies)