I've watched this line all week and now see it is a pk. What is everybody's major feelings concerning this early afternoon SEC match-up? I've been going back and forth on this one (which probably means I should just stay away), but I guess I'm just looking for a good shove one way or the other.
SCar-
After carrying the team most of the season, the defense was finally given some assistance by the offense after turning in their worst half of the season in last wk's opening half at Ole Miss. Does this mean the offense is finally turning the corner? The running game is still non-existent, but with the return of All-SEC WR McKinley and the breakout game from the freshman Barnes, it looks like they now have 3 great pass catchers for Smelley (who for the first time all year looked comfortable under center). The defense has great numbers, but when you look at the season so far, it's not like they've played a slate full of offensive juggernauts. While they did hold Stafford and Moreno in check, Def Coordinator's around the country don't exactly sweat at night trying to game plan for Wofford, UAB, NC St.
UK-
They are near the top (or maybe at the top) of college football in Scoring D. But then again, are their numbers inflated against sub-par offenses (Alabama excluded)? And was their defensive performance this past week against Bama a result of what they were doing, what Alabama was not, or a little of both? I didn't watch most of it so I have no idea. They are ranked 1st in the SEC in passing efficiency D which should bode well against SCar's passing attack. On offense, they've only given up 3 sacks all year, but rank in the middle of the SEC in both Pass O & Rushing O.
While both rank in the top 3 of the SEC in Time of Possession, it seems that both have relied for the most part on their Defenses carrying the load. So I guess it'll come down to which offense can make more plays and which team is more opportunistic. While SCar leads the SEC in 1st downs, they're 8th in Scoring Off, meaning they are good between the 20's, but have difficulty cashing in. This could be due to the fact that they are next to last in the conference allowing 20 sacks and are -5 in turnover margin.
UK's turnover margin is +5. They are playing at home. But they are coming off a tough, bruising road loss and Spurrier has never lost to them. It seems to me there are good arguments on both sides. What say you???
SCar-
After carrying the team most of the season, the defense was finally given some assistance by the offense after turning in their worst half of the season in last wk's opening half at Ole Miss. Does this mean the offense is finally turning the corner? The running game is still non-existent, but with the return of All-SEC WR McKinley and the breakout game from the freshman Barnes, it looks like they now have 3 great pass catchers for Smelley (who for the first time all year looked comfortable under center). The defense has great numbers, but when you look at the season so far, it's not like they've played a slate full of offensive juggernauts. While they did hold Stafford and Moreno in check, Def Coordinator's around the country don't exactly sweat at night trying to game plan for Wofford, UAB, NC St.
UK-
They are near the top (or maybe at the top) of college football in Scoring D. But then again, are their numbers inflated against sub-par offenses (Alabama excluded)? And was their defensive performance this past week against Bama a result of what they were doing, what Alabama was not, or a little of both? I didn't watch most of it so I have no idea. They are ranked 1st in the SEC in passing efficiency D which should bode well against SCar's passing attack. On offense, they've only given up 3 sacks all year, but rank in the middle of the SEC in both Pass O & Rushing O.
While both rank in the top 3 of the SEC in Time of Possession, it seems that both have relied for the most part on their Defenses carrying the load. So I guess it'll come down to which offense can make more plays and which team is more opportunistic. While SCar leads the SEC in 1st downs, they're 8th in Scoring Off, meaning they are good between the 20's, but have difficulty cashing in. This could be due to the fact that they are next to last in the conference allowing 20 sacks and are -5 in turnover margin.
UK's turnover margin is +5. They are playing at home. But they are coming off a tough, bruising road loss and Spurrier has never lost to them. It seems to me there are good arguments on both sides. What say you???
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