(10-25-2021, 09:14 AM)Mikey Wrote:

(10-24-2021, 12:26 AM)OzJohnnie Wrote: They did say that the o-line was the one part of this team that could remain stable while the rest of the squad required talent everywhere.  That announcement was met with universal derision on these boards.  Contrary to the mob's position, though, it's proven to be well-judged.  Reasoned, rational criticism of UM should at least start with that acknowledgement.

If TLaw wasn't getting the ball out as quickly as he has been, that line would be showing its glaring weaknesses. It is a line built for run blocking, as we can see when they actually let JRob run. Are you seriously stating that Taylor is fine as our long-term RT? Cann can't stay healthy, and our high pick can't seem to get on the field.

The line could still use attention. In fact, I'd go so far as to say the line could ALWAYS use attention. That's how important that position group is to a team's success.

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(10-24-2021, 10:31 AM)HURRICANE!!! Wrote: I'm tired of these false alarms.  I orders a pitchfork 2 years ago and it's still sitting in the closet collecting dust.

Boy I sure coulda used you and your pitchfork last weekend. Who knew living in a forest would lead to a blanket of leaves and pine needles EVERY DANG WHERE.

I think that contrary to popular opinion, including mine at times, the offensive line has shown that, although it is not good enough, it is by far not the weakest area of the team.  I also think that when some people said that a large part of the pass blocking problems we had last year were from the QB holding the ball too long and not having enough pocket awareness, they were right.

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