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I've probably beat this to death already, but I can't get it out of my head. It makes a lot of sense from the New England, unconventional, get-the-best-players-on-the-field, exploit mismatches point of view.

Normally, when a team trots out 3 TEs or 2 TEs and a FB/HB, the defense is expecting a power running play. But the rub is that ND can do this with a speed-burner TE in Ragone, a speed burner RB in Allen and three great receivers in Carlson, Reuland and Grimes.

How do you defend that? With that many great, fast receivers you want your nickel package in. Most DBs are going to be too small to cover NDs TEs and most LBs are going to be too slow and weak in coverage. And you still have the option of making it a running play with three extra big blockers.

I have no idea if this really makes sense, but it wouldn't surprise me and I'd be excited to see how it works.
 
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Since ND is becoming Tight End U, we might as well put them on the field. I'm sure Charlie has thought of this and probably will try it out. TE's are great for mismatches, so this could be a really intriging offensive set.
 
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Don't forget Kamara, insert his name in there for Grimes, and you have 4 guys 6'4" and taller in the same formation. Hard to defend especially with the added element of the speed of Kamara & Ragone. I think a lot of people are underestimating how potent the ND offense will be this year. Once they get in sync, there will be awful lot of big time talent on the Offensive side of the football.
 
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I hope next year we are a grind it out team. Dont want to see the inexperience Q.B.'s throwing the rock to much.
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knute said:
I've probably beat this to death already, but I can't get it out of my head. It makes a lot of sense from the New England, unconventional, get-the-best-players-on-the-field, exploit mismatches point of view.

Normally, when a team trots out 3 TEs or 2 TEs and a FB/HB, the defense is expecting a power running play. But the rub is that ND can do this with a speed-burner TE in Ragone, a speed burner RB in Allen and three great receivers in Carlson, Reuland and Grimes.

How do you defend that? With that many great, fast receivers you want your nickel package in. Most DBs are going to be too small to cover NDs TEs and most LBs are going to be too slow and weak in coverage. And you still have the option of making it a running play with three extra big blockers.

I have no idea if this really makes sense, but it wouldn't surprise me and I'd be excited to see how it works.
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I would love to see something like that, it would get good talent on the field together. I'm not sure it would lead to big plays, but it would move the chains consistantly. Also, if they can block well it sounds like a good idea.
 
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I would love to see something like that, it would get good talent on the field together. I'm not sure it would lead to big plays, but it would move the chains consistantly. Also, if they can block well it sounds like a good idea.
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It could lead to big plays in the game if we start wearing out the other team's D-line and LBs. If our fastest RB would run to the outside with 2 TEs and 1 FB blocking that for the first 5 to 10 yards, then have the RB run free to the endzone.
 
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Irish fans whats goin on? This is my first post on this board. Ive been at espn for awhile, but with all the "trolls" and idiots its kinda annoying now.

I agree with you guys that the irish offense isnt going to be that big of a question mark. Think about, we have more talent wearin blue and gold this year then we've had in a long long time. Theyre young, yes, but will be forced to develop quickly.

Im also not so much conviced that our secondary is "horrible". I think our defensive scheme and the inability to get a pass rush gave the opposing QB 9 seconds to throw the ball. The new scheme is going to be extremely interesting to watch. Running a 4-3 with 3-4 personel is a ballsy call, but open up so much more in disquised coverages, and blitzes. My players i want to keep a eye on are-

1. George West. I love him. Hes quick as a bullet and has good hands.
2. James Aldridge- I love his running style.
3. TT- I have been high on this kid for a long time.
4. D. Jones- Inexpierenced line. Lazer of a arm. Great feet work. Good vision.
5. 3-4 scheme- If our D is better then average, we have a shot at turning alot of heads.

This is my first post at Irish Envy, I hope you all enjoyed it. Talk to ya's soon.


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NDPOWER said:
Irish fans whats goin on? This is my first post on this board. Ive been at espn for awhile, but with all the "trolls" and idiots its kinda annoying now.

I agree with you guys that the irish offense isnt going to be that big of a question mark. Think about, we have more talent wearin blue and gold this year then we've had in a long long time. Theyre young, yes, but will be forced to develop quickly.

Im also not so much conviced that our secondary is "horrible". I think our defensive scheme and the inability to get a pass rush gave the opposing QB 9 seconds to throw the ball. The new scheme is going to be extremely interesting to watch. Running a 4-3 with 3-4 personel is a ballsy call, but open up so much more in disquised coverages, and blitzes. My players i want to keep a eye on are-

1. George West. I love him. Hes quick as a bullet and has good hands.
2. James Aldridge- I love his running style.
3. TT- I have been high on this kid for a long time.
4. D. Jones- Inexpierenced line. Lazer of a arm. Great feet work. Good vision.
5. 3-4 scheme- If our D is better then average, we have a shot at turning alot of heads.

This is my first post at Irish Envy, I hope you all enjoyed it. Talk to ya's soon.


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Wow man, thats about four threads rolled into one. We don't talk about espn much on here. Glad to have you with us.
 
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Wow man, thats about four threads rolled into one. We don't talk about espn much on here. Glad to have you with us.
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Yeah, I like the sound of this new guy, and glad to claim another reasonable soul from the black abyss that is ESPN. Welcome aboard NDPOWER!
 
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