Jan 1 | Fiesta Bowl vs Ohio State

[Grahambo]

Misread this as PIIHB analysis first, but then decided it would be pretty accurate for an IE broadcast.

See what happens when I try to introduce new ideas. First, the banned poll and now this.

Sigh.

 

[BobbyMac]

Were there people that didn't want to make the playoffs because they thought ND would have to play tOSU and Bama and get curb stomped? I guess I can see others wanting to play an easier opponent to guarantee a win but nobody beat the Irish this year but themselves and both were on the road so forget the record, prepare for the mission at hand which is a NC in '16. LSU was a springboard into this year, tOSU has to be looked at as the same to next year. Great opportunity to get out ahead of tOSU in '16 and in addition, the Irish will lose less to the NFL than the Buckeyes.

I'm on record since 2014 that 2016 & '17 are the years the Irish make their runs to a NC. Record aside and based on statistical performance (minus two drops or goal line TO's)... with just a little luck on the field and in the training room they're #1 right now without question. This team is going to be a pre-season playoff favorite in many if not most pundit's eyes. Depending who leaves early from a few teams, I might put them closer to #1 than #5. The schedule looks to be set up in the ND's favor too.

You got to play these type of teams sooner or later. Since this is game one of 2016 it's a good team to start with. This isn't the mid 2000's or 2012 even. Get rid of that mentality. This is one of the Top 4 programs for next year. Time to start thinking that way and preparing for it.

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[woolybug25]

We should have an IE broadcast. Two people doing PbP/analysis as the game is going on so can listen to them on the laptop while watching the game.

Who would your vote be for the combo?

I think Whiskey and Myself would make a great choice. Whiskey would tantalize your ears with witty commentary and detailed analysis, and I of course, would be there for the perfectly timed d!ck jokes. Yin and Yang of the Notre Dame faithful. We would aptly end our broadcast each week with; "fuq it, Dude... Let's go bowling".

We should put it to a vote.

 

[Grahambo]

Who would your vote be for the combo?

I think Whiskey and Myself would make a great choice. Whiskey would tantalize your ears with witty commentary and detailed analysis, and I of course, would be there for the perfectly timed d!ck jokes. Yin and Yang of the Notre Dame faithful. We would aptly end our broadcast each week with; "fuq it, Dude... Let's go bowling".

We should put it to a vote.

We should put a vote together as to who would be the Irish Envy broadcasters. We can also add in sideline reporter and the position of Mike Pereria.

We also need a Liam McHugh, Hines Ward, and Jon Vilma.

 

[koonja]

I think Steelhead and GATTACA would be a great combo.

 

[BobbyMac]

Misread this as PIIHB analysis first, but then decided it would be pretty accurate for an IE broadcast.

I was hoping this was a webcam broadcast with Tappan - Flannigan.

Which btw I think would be a splendid name for my next band.

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[Whiskeyjack]

Who would your vote be for the combo?

I think Whiskey and Myself would make a great choice. Whiskey would tantalize your ears with witty commentary and detailed analysis, and I of course, would be there for the perfectly timed d!ck jokes. Yin and Yang of the Notre Dame faithful. We would aptly end our broadcast each week with; "fuq it, Dude... Let's go bowling".

We should put it to a vote.

Me:

Rest of IE:

Possible scheduling conflict for me:

But it has such potential:

 

[gkIrish]

I vote for myself and Insanity for an alternate "Are You F'ing Kidding Me" broadcast. 80% of the time we would question what the hell was going on and then 20% of the time we would be taking long pauses to drink more beer. Around 6:50 in the 4th quarter it will all go silent when we pass out drunk.

 

[Irish Insanity]

I vote for myself and Insanity for an alternate "Are You F'ing Kidding Me" broadcast. 80% of the time we would question what the hell was going on and then 20% of the time we would be taking long pauses to drink more liquor . Around 6:50 in the 4th quarter it will all go silent when we pass out drunk.

I approve this message.

At this very moment, I don't see any way we win the game.

However, I would have no legit analysis. It would consist of 20% cuss words, 10% questioning the play call, 20% random thought on why BVG is worthless, and 50% on why Joe Schmidt is the mistake that cost ND a championship.

 

[Cackalacky]

Me:

Rest of IE:

Possible scheduling conflict for me:

But it has such potential:

Everything with you is a fucking travesty man.

 

[koonja]

We should put a vote together as to who would be the Irish Envy broadcasters. We can also add in sideline reporter and the position of Mike Pereria.

We also need a Liam McHugh, Hines Ward, and Jon Vilma.

I think Steelhead and GATTACA would be a great combo.

Me:

Rest of IE:

Possible scheduling conflict for me:

But it has such potential:

I vote for myself and Insanity for an alternate "Are You F'ing Kidding Me" broadcast. 80% of the time we would question what the hell was going on and then 20% of the time we would be taking long pauses to drink more beer. Around 6:50 in the 4th quarter it will all go silent when we pass out drunk.

I approve this message.

Wrong.

Wrong.

Wrong.

Wrong.

Wrong.

Dshans and GBDomer. Close thread.

 

[dang227]

Tony Roberts should do both radio and TV.


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[Buster Bluth]

Who would your vote be for the combo?

I think Whiskey and Myself would make a great choice. Whiskey would tantalize your ears with witty commentary and detailed analysis, and I of course, would be there for the perfectly timed d!ck jokes. Yin and Yang of the Notre Dame faithful. We would aptly end our broadcast each week with; "fuq it, Dude... Let's go bowling".

We should put it to a vote.

Dibs on being the sideline reporter.

 

[Grahambo]

"Let's send it down to Buster."

"Brian Kelly said some generic shit that nobody really cares about. He liked the good stuff, didn't like the bad stuff. Blah blah. The injury to *Insert players name* looked like it hurt. Fuck if I know what happened but damn."

 

[Guest]

Ready for this one

Ready for this one

I think we have a great shot against OSU. They are not running on all cylinders like last year, but they are still a formidable team capable of beating down other teams. We are a good team, who with some injuries is not quite full strength but we are also an up and coming powerhouse.

If you look at recruiting this year and next, the staff is trying to fix the secondary and pass rush and it shows. If we can get those two positions solidified, along with the ridiculous talent we have on offense, ND will be a very hard team to beat for several years. BK has built some really good depth, and it showed clearly this year.

Here are my keys to the game:

1) BVG needs to stop some of the exotic blitzes that force DL to cover the middle of the field, constantly blitz an ineffective Joe Schmidt, and causes our other LBs and CBs to run across the field after the snap to cover the area vacated by the blitz. I think BVG's defense is almost a schematic advantage for the other team every week. I want to see a standard, solidly planned defense that allows our best play-makers to play to their strengths, and not dial up exotic ill-timed blitzes that leave open holes for opposing QB's to easily exploit. Scale it down and be consistent with defensive calls throughout the game.

Let Day and Smith blitz, Schmidt drop back into coverage, and the safeties cover whatever comes over the middle of the field. Make the QB beat you with talent, which I don't think OSU's QBs can do by themselves.

This is by FAR the most important key to the game. We have the talent to compete on defense, but we need to stop beating ourselves with bad schemes.

2) I think Ronnie can handle their Bosa. Both our OTs are future 1st round picks. I am not as worried about this matchup as some. Sure they will apply pressure, but the only way they are getting consistent pressure is up the middle on our G's and C's, and only if they blitz consistently. That means open passing lanes down the middle.

3) Given #2, our TEs, slot WR, and RBs need to exploit the middle of OSU's defense. I think OSU will gamble a little bit to try and rattle Kizer, but I think he stands tall and makes them pay if they do.

4) While Kizer struggled toward the end of the season, he played well against Stanford. He has matured against a tough schedule and I think he will be fine. I am not worried.

5) CJ and Adams give ND some real depth. The Irish should establish the running game early and continue it because our OL quality and the RB depth can wear down any team in the country, in my opinion.

6) I think Butler is good enough against OSU receivers, but he needs to wrap up. What will kill ND defensive backs is not getting burned, but missing tackles and allowing OSU receivers to get big plays from middle passing routes. I am not worried about screens which ND DBs do a pretty good job of covering, but I am worried about crossing routes and outs in which ND DBs whiff on the tackle and allow big plays.

7) Protect the football and do not turn it over. Play safe and win. Play sloppy and get beat by 10-14 points.

8) BK - While I think Urban is a top 3 coach, BK has made strides this year. I think he is much more even in his demeanor and has shown well in the locker room. His team respects him, and his staff is more solid than in year's past. I don't think the gap between BK and Urban is so large as some - that gap shrunk this season.

Go Irish! This is your statement game. Just win baby.

 

[koonja]

Bosa lines up almost exclusively on the other side as Stanley FYI.

 

[rtrn2glory]

He lined up on the right when planted Ruddock a couple weeks ago

 

[Luckylucci]

They actually move him around a fair amount.

 

[dshans]

I like your aside on how the term prick is vastly underutilized. Should definitely get more plug.

Huzzah! Huzzah!

I'm tired of being dragged into conversations and arguments as a term of derision.

"If you prick me (sic) do I (sic) not bleed?"

 

[Whiskeyjack]

They actually move him around a fair amount.

But is Meyer bold enough to match BvG by moving him into coverage?

 

[Ndaccountant]

But is Meyer bold enough to match BvG by moving him into coverage?

Perhaps not nearly to the same extent, but bold indeed......

Coverage:

Ohio State seems to use Bosa very limited in coverage, but the fact that they do toss him out there in the flats gives me hope that he could be a 3-down outside linebacker at the professional level. While none of the passes went his way in the film that I watched, Bosa played a very loose zone coverage and didn't do a great job of finding players near him. He will have to settle down and gain some more awareness in the pros in order to be an adequate true 3-down linebacker that can not only rush the passer, stop the run, but drop into the flats.

2016 NFL Draft: Joey Bosa scouting report - Baltimore Beatdown

 

[Luckylucci]

But is Meyer bold enough to match BvG by moving him into coverage?

I bet Urban one ups BVG and puts Bosa at CB. Then at half, BVG will make some adjustments and lineup Jarron Jones at FS. Its going to get crazy.

 

[Cackalacky]

Dibs on being the sideline reporter.

"Let's send it down to Buster."

"Brian Kelly said some generic shit that nobody really cares about. He liked the good stuff, didn't like the bad stuff. Blah blah. The injury to *Insert players name* looked like it hurt. Fuck if I know what happened but damn."

"Brian Van Gorder continues to drop Okwara into coverage on 3rd and long passing plays and quite clearly has to be on acid. "

 

[Whiskeyjack]

I bet Urban one ups BVG and puts Bosa at CB. Then at half, BVG will make some adjustments and lineup Jarron Jones at FS. Its going to get crazy.

"Brian Van Gorder continues to drop Okwara into coverage on 3rd and long passing plays and quite clearly has to be on acid. "

BvG puts the finishing touches on a new super secret personnel grouping titled, "I Don't Give a Schmidt" that features #38 starting at NT. He chuckles softly to himself, "Meyer will never see this coming."

 

[GoldenToTheGrave]

2) I think Ronnie can handle their Bosa. Both our OTs are future 1st round picks. I am not as worried about this matchup as some. Sure they will apply pressure, but the only way they are getting consistent pressure is up the middle on our G's and C's, and only if they blitz consistently. That means open passing lanes down the middle.

This game is worth quite a bit of money to our tackle duo.

 

[koonja]

Zeke didn't get incited to NYC. Wish he would have.

 

[Pops Freshenmeyer]

Zeke didn't get incited to NYC. Wish he would have.

His post-MSU presser killed his chances.

 

[dshans]

I vote for myself and Insanity for an alternate "Are You F'ing Kidding Me" broadcast. 80% of the time we would question what the hell was going on and then 20% of the time we would be taking long pauses to drink more beer. Around 6:50 in the 4th quarter it will all go silent when we pass out drunk.

What the hell, man? It's the damn Fiesta Bowl. ¡Go Tequila or go home!



[Though you might not make it to the half before the cone of silence descends on the booth.]

 

[dshans]

Wrong ...


Dshans and GBDomer. Close thread.

What could go wrong?

 

[koonja]

What could go wrong?

I dont no I think their could be some fireworks