Life in the Red Group

Posted by: throw46 on December 9, 2009 9:46AM CST I'm not a fan of transfers for most any reason. Get that he stuck it out.

Posted by: Nebtech on December 9, 2009 9:47AM CST That kind of speaks volumes about our former regime...

Posted by: Nebtech on December 9, 2009 9:47AM CST And our current regime as well...

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 9:53AM CST Why would he go to the Beavs instead of the Ducks? Hmmmm, maybe the thought of sorting thru 500 uni combos influenced his thinking there..

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 9:55AM CST But they call him 'Ducky', seems like OR would have been the natural choice..

Posted by: throw46 on December 9, 2009 10:06AM CST Sip: Whats this rumor about Gabbert de-commiting?

Posted by: Bloozman on December 9, 2009 10:06AM CST Good thing he didn't transfer! That doesn't seem to pan out to well for players leaving Big Red!

Posted by: Bloozman on December 9, 2009 10:08AM CST If Gabbert wants to go sit behind his bro, I hope he gets his little arse out of the doorway before it slams shut! I don't think he'll make it here anyway.

Posted by: Bloozman on December 9, 2009 10:09AM CST That would mean Mizzou wouldn't beat us for the next 8 years!

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 10:14AM CST Gabbert must have inside info on the fate of Watson. Heard he may go to the Buffs?

Posted by: throw46 on December 9, 2009 10:17AM CST Just looking to confirm..... rumor been posted on Scout & Rivals. Sip? BC?

Posted by: Father of future Husker on December 9, 2009 10:19AM CST DBP you beat me to it. I'm guessing (hoping) that since Watson is close family friend with the Gabberts, that he let them know that one way or the other, he will not be coaching here next year.

Posted by: Father of future Husker on December 9, 2009 10:20AM CST They were talking about the rumor here in KC this morning also. He hasn't committed anywhere yet, but that seems to be a formality also.

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 10:27AM CST Hey if you are an offensive player (skilled one) and you look at the Corn HC and know his background, and that he allowed the offense to stay "flat" even though improvements were discussed by him, perhaps you might reconsider. Also TO is a legend but he hasn't coached in how many years? Sorry but I a not sure his offense is viable anymore.

Posted by: Exiled_in_VT on December 9, 2009 10:32AM CST Blizzard is hammering New England right now. I may be calling in sick with ski fever tomorrow...

Posted by: TheNUorder on December 9, 2009 10:38AM CST If, and I say if Watson did spill the beans already about him not being here next year, I hope that means that there is going to be an announcement soon. Hope he didn't jump the gun based on speculation and personal feelings.

Posted by: punt2win on December 9, 2009 10:42AM CST Transfer? Transferring is for pu$$ies. When things look grim it's time to face adversity. That's how one grows strong. If Gabbert is a de-com, then now's the time to do it.

Posted by: Bumarooskie on December 9, 2009 10:50AM CST N. Suh has always handled discussions about the last regime with class. He's refused to get drawn into bashing them. All the more interesting to hear this tidbit. I seriously doubt he would have flourished under the old system the way he has now. Glad he stayed. Glad he came back for his senior year. Suh deserves every accolade accorded to him.

Posted by: SteveTa on December 9, 2009 10:59AM CST Staying put worked out for the best for Suh and the team .Had he transferred nobody would have ever heard of The House of Spears and he probably wouldn't be up for any hardware either. I am glad he stayed.

Posted by: SuperHusker17 on December 9, 2009 11:00AM CST I think we all let out a sigh of relief hearing that he wanted to transfer and seeing that he didn't. As for all the other coaches/kids transfering, if it happens then it's unfortunate. It wouldn't really surprise me if Gabbert left with all our struggles and he would have Green only a year ahead of him and Spano will be back and hopefully healthy. But in a way when you see a team with a struggling QB, I would think that it would be good for you to go there if you think you have enough talent. As much as I may be yelled at for this, I think it would hurt us to lose Watson. One bad offensive season and the guy is getting run out of town? At the beginning of the season did we completely change our offense from what we did last year? I didn't think so, it was the personel. They're kids that just had a tough time adjusting to it. We still managed to win games, it just was never by a convincing fashion. Oh well, Go Big Red and lets send the seniors off on a high note and take out some frustration from last week on Arizona.

Posted by: TheNUorder on December 9, 2009 11:00AM CST I checked on Gabbert on a couple of services and they are still showing his junior statistics. Did a bit of research on his high school FB this year and they were 4 and 6. Shut out 3 times. Gabbert threw for 900 and change for the season and ran for 200 and change. No wonder they are showing his 2008 stats. In his defense, they did graduate most of the offense last year but statistically, he and his team had a poor season.

Posted by: JayBr on December 9, 2009 11:01AM CST Between now and signing day there will be recommits, decommits, uncommits, lack of commits, overcommits, shoulda commits........when the faxes come through, it's a done deal.....not until.

Posted by: Dave on December 9, 2009 11:10AM CST I'm sure Bo and even T.O. are well aware that we need to settle this offensive mess ASAP. These recruits out there need to know what kind of offense we're going to put on the field. Unfortunately for Watson, he has not succeeded in teaching the offense he'd like to run, and he's failed miserably toying with a more power set. I certainly don't blame Carter for decommitting at this point. His concern is valid, if he views himself as a slot receiver, and we haven't used one for the last 6 games.

Posted by: Outside The Box on December 9, 2009 11:16AM CST Also TO is a legend but he hasn't coached in how many years? Sorry but I a not sure his offense is viable anymore. -------------------------------------- Have you watched Georgia Tech recently? While not an exact clone of Osborne's O, it shows that the option can and does work - even in a BCS conference.

Posted by: firstcoast_husker on December 9, 2009 11:17AM CST I've heard the opposite on Gabbert. He realizes the lackluster play of the QB and is more solid. Who knows?

Posted by: Sandhill on December 9, 2009 11:23AM CST If you look at Suh's stats from his entire time with NU they have gone up by at least 200% and more in the last two years compared with the first two. I'm sure glad he stayed and let the best defensive coaches in CFB coach him. Super H, agree with your comment. This time last year many on this blog were bemoaning the possibility that Watson may go to Alabama. It seems like Watson has been seeking out Osborne's advise and has been trying to make mid season adjustments. Let's see how these extra weeks of practice before the bowl game show up in the performance of the offense before we hold a lynching party.

Posted by: Huskersincebirth2 on December 9, 2009 11:34AM CST Well im really glad he stayed! Thanks for the great season SUUUUUUUHH!

Posted by: Huskersincebirth2 on December 9, 2009 11:38AM CST Bumarooskie: Yes, he has delt with those questions with alot of class... and all other questions with class. I remember on one Big Red Report they were interviewing SUH and a report tried to draw him into a question that would put the offense against the defense and SUH's answer and tone of voice was something along the lines of ask me that again and ur gunna know how all those QBs i've sacked feel. Of course he did it with much class, and I don't think they've asked him another question about the offense since.

Posted by: Huskersincebirth2 on December 9, 2009 11:40AM CST Sandhill: Wow... that's amazing. 200%??? Imagine how good he could have been with 4 or 5 years of coaching from these guys. Makes you wonder how good guys like baby Stienkuler, Ankrah, and Owa (if he comes) will be by their 3rd and 4th years...

Posted by: TheNUorder on December 9, 2009 11:41AM CST Scouts has Gabbert on official visit to MIssouri on Friday the 11th as high interest. They also have their 2010 QB commit taking his official visit the same day.

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 11:44AM CST box, yup It just ain't the same no matter how you spin it.

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 11:55AM CST Gabbert leaves who cares. I thought that losing him at first would be a down turn but i look at this again and i see two freshman QB's we already have. RSFr. Martinez and medical RSFr. Spano. So we have young guys at QB for the years to come. Also, i've been watching HS film of Martinez and IMO i think he's BETTER than Gabbert. First reason i think he's better. Speed. The kid can run. I think he's in the 4.4 -4.5 range, and thats good speed at QB. Second, he can also throw. Its not the prettiest looking throwing motion, but the ball is crisp and accurate. A year of developing should help that a lot too. Third, the kid was winner in High School. He both ran and threw for a butt load of yards, and he can scramble outside the pocket. I like Martinez a lot at QB, so if Gabbert doesn't come, who cares anymore. Take his scholorship and give it to another offensive lineman where we really need to improve at. Ofcourse it all comes down to coaching. If you don't have the right offensive coaches (cough Watson, Cotton, Gilmore.) then your gonna have players that are gonna either not wanna come here or are gonna wanna transfer if they are already here.

Posted by: HuskerBob on December 9, 2009 11:59AM CST Rivals says Gabby high on DONU and Mizzery...no mention of Buffs. Where did that rumor start?

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:05PM CST I think Cody G is gonna be the guy, and yea, we have some decent backups. This whole waffling thing w Gabby Lite doesnt impress me..

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 12:05PM CST The way Gabbert threw his high commitment off of Nebraska after Watson visited the other night, makes it sound like Watson is thinking he might not be here next year. Fine by me. In fact we might get Curtis Carter back if Watson isn't here next year.

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:09PM CST I dont care THAT much about Curtis Carter either, I mean, I'm sure he must be good, but he's freaking way small. Unless he's like another McCluster from Ol MS I say it's not a huge loss. We gotta get the O line together, a QB that can play. Our WR is ok enough now to get us through if the other 2 aspects are in place.

Posted by: Stone on December 9, 2009 12:11PM CST Gabbert go to Misery and stop waffling. If you don't want to be at NU, fine. It appears that we may have a few that would love to have the schollie and want to be at NU. Go join your bro and deal with the fact that you will have your a$$ handed to you on a yearly basis from the Blackshirts.

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 12:14PM CST Bruno, Carter is the same size as Desean Jackson was at Cal. The kid is a playmaker with flat our speed, something we lack at WR. Losing him is by far more impacting than losing Gabbert.

Posted by: Bleedin' Red in VA on December 9, 2009 12:17PM CST So Gilmore goes to Carters house, and soon after Carter backs out on his commitment, saying all Nebraska does is "run, run, run." Then, Watson goes to Gabberts house and now he's rethinking his commitment? I don't think this means that Watson is going anywhere. I think Gabbert is reconsidering NU since NU looks to be going towards more of a power game.

Posted by: TheNUorder on December 9, 2009 12:18PM CST Gabberts stats for his senior year point out he's not the guy for a rebuilding offense. Nothing against him presonally or Carter, but you are right Bru, it starts up front as Gabberts stats show. A good quarterback and receivers are very important but give me a line like NU of old or Bama of today, and the rest will fall in to place.

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 12:20PM CST Watson is gone. Bleedin, great display pic, who is that?

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 12:22PM CST The Gabberts have a history of waffling. Not suprised if he decommitts, it's apparently in their genes.

Posted by: Goldenrod Husker on December 9, 2009 12:24PM CST A) anyone who doesnt think Osbornes offense doesnt work is on another planet. The option offense is still absolutely the most dangerous offense in football. B) Did anyone think Gabbert wouldn't decommit despite any coaching changes? honestly? I had him decommitting months ago C) curtis curter should decommit b/c all he would do here now is return kicks and run reverses and catch screens. D) Watson must go now versus a year from now b/c we all no its inevitable. Better to be now then all of us mad and frustrated next year. E) We can have a very successful offense next year with Ron Brown as our Offensive coordinator. F) I cannot believe some of you think the option offense doesn't work anymore. If anything it is more dangerous now than ever before. LOL. Ask any coach in college football about defending a well ran option offense. g) wE Will be just fine

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 12:26PM CST Lets make a rug out of the Wildcats.

Posted by: Buzz on December 9, 2009 12:26PM CST Good luck in the future Mr. Gabbert. Now please hurry up and make it official so we can give that scollie away.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 12:28PM CST My Avatar is the first Official, "I care about the Holiday bowl" avatar I have seen. Anybody with me????

Posted by: Buzz on December 9, 2009 12:31PM CST Sorry PT, I thought it was a Kansas State wildcat.

Posted by: Bleedin' Red in VA on December 9, 2009 12:31PM CST The pic is of my fiancee. Took it back in October while in Nebraska. Unfortunately, she's from Texas. We had an interesting night last Saturday.

Posted by: Ehusker on December 9, 2009 12:33PM CST Tyler Gabbert has de-committed. No surprise here.

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 12:34PM CST PT- I am in, I do care about the Holiday bowl, in fact I care about any game the Huskers play. The fact that we have already sold out our allotment of tickets, shows that a lot of people care. Did you get much snow in your area? We had around 10 inches here, and with 50 mph winds lots of high snow drifts. Our street is not plowed yet, so we are snow docked. Have a drift outside our Noth Window that is about 8 to 10 ft high.

Posted by: festusmonroe on December 9, 2009 12:35PM CST I see a lot of harsh criticism on here for a guy who has yet to officially decommit. Yeesh, he's a kid for cryin' out loud. There's a lot of time between now and February, folks. How about we not stress out about something that hasn't even happened.

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:36PM CST Husker 4, Carter is 5'10", 161 lbs. Yea, about the same size as Jackson. would love to have him as a smallish slot receiver. But, if he's not coming he's not coming, what ya gonna do? I'm just saying we have greater priorites right now on O.

Posted by: festusmonroe on December 9, 2009 12:37PM CST Doh, just saw the story that he has, in fact, decommitted. Oops.

Posted by: Busiekcreek on December 9, 2009 12:37PM CST PT, that is a fine avatar. Always more than one way to skin a cat. lol Go Huskers

Posted by: Goldenrod Husker on December 9, 2009 12:38PM CST A little more on the option. Are championships not won with Defense and run game. Ill answer that. YES they are. Why has T-tech had trouble with their big games? Ill answer that. They can't run. Why did mizzery fall apart last year and this year. Ill answer that. They can't run the ball. So if we have our Defense with a option attack that no one in the big 12 will gameplan for all year nor be used to defending is that not a recipe for numerous big 12 and national title games? Ill answer that. YES it is. Today for all the comotion is actually probably the turning point that will officially put the hUskers back on top of the big 12 and into the national scene for a long time to come.

Posted by: TheNUorder on December 9, 2009 12:42PM CST From his decommit article......... NU is going to try to pry Sean Robinson away from Purdue. He wanted to commit to NU, but Tyler had just done so and NU said we were only taking one QB. Who knows??????

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:42PM CST 10-4 sounds alot better than 9-5, yup, especially since we havent had 10 wins in like 4ever...

Posted by: Buzz on December 9, 2009 12:43PM CST not stressing about Gabbert decommitting, I think an athletic QB like Detchaz Wray would fit what they're trying to do (should I say...what I think they're trying to do)a lot better.

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 12:43PM CST scouts used to say verbal commitment to the corn now it says medium interest for the corn and high interest for the tigers just like I predicted he would do this within one day of his committing. sheehs

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:50PM CST 12/9/2009 PowerMizzou.com In news that first broke on Rivals.com Tuesday night and was confirmed by multiple sources Wednesday morning, four-star quarterback Tyler Gabbert is back on the open market. And the Missouri Tigers will get first crack at the former Nebraska commitment. ______________ So, a few weeks ago it was reported that he was 'solid' @ NU, and now decommits. So, the back and forth thing gets peeps all riled up cuz it throws a wrench is our overall recruiting process.

Posted by: Bleedin' Red in VA on December 9, 2009 12:51PM CST NUOrder, where is this decommit article? link?

Posted by: The StepnRaZor on December 9, 2009 12:53PM CST IH))) I've got that H1N1. No fun. I either got it from you... or maybe I caught it when I was making out with Mack Brown. Not sure which.

Posted by: The StepnRaZor on December 9, 2009 12:55PM CST The word is... Nebraska cut ties with Gabbert. He won't be a Husker. driveby))) LOL!

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 12:55PM CST If it is true or if it is not true, It is all the more reason to make quick, (although not paniced) desesions about the direction of the Offense. If i was an offensive Skill player I might be having some 2nd thoughts as well. We have not exactly been inspiring this year.

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 12:58PM CST I am convinced that Bo will stamp his personality on the offense next year just like he did the defense ths year. gbr

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 12:59PM CST guess we can call both sides of the ball "BOfense' then...

Posted by: rattenkriegplatte on December 9, 2009 1:00PM CST Been a while, just wanted to say ha I was right, the most dangerous team in the Big 12 still resides in Lincoln. I see the decommits as a sign that Watson is gone. Gabby, who cares everyone knows the only reason you got noticed was because of your big brother. Glad he's gone, losing Carter stinks. Speed kills in college. If Watson doesn't "accept" another coaching position I would be shocked. Everyone and their dog knows that if our offense had managed to get 200 yards that's one more field goal at least or maybe even a touchdown and we would have won that game. To me it's a no brainer. Bo knows who to blame for the losses this season and it aint the defense. See ya Watson!!!!

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 1:02PM CST Step - I feel your pain, you have my empathy. Now I am not going to take the blame for you getting the H1N1, but I do have a question, just why were you making out with Mack Brown? Just can't get my brain around that one.

Posted by: JohnRe on December 9, 2009 1:05PM CST Step-How much does it help our chances of signing Owa now that Charlie Strong is going to be Louisville's head coach?

Posted by: drivebyposter on December 9, 2009 1:06PM CST steph if you really have it. Take care. stop all that carousing boy. You are too old for that

Posted by: Big Wave Dave on December 9, 2009 1:06PM CST Lets get to the real point here: Young Gabbert wants to through the ball, even a little. Watson has transformed this offense into Run Right, Run Left, Run up the Middle, and one play action Pass. Recruiting for this offense is going to be very tough, unless they decide to work towards a sound offensive philosophy and identity. Right now, Watson's got nothing even close to that and any decent Recruit can see that for themselves.

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 1:10PM CST There is another side of the coin, a potiential offensive recruit might see a great opportunity to play considering our difficulties this year and say that's a place I want to go to. And guys we are the Huskers. I just can't believe that our outstanding effort against Texas does not make players say I don't want to go the Huskers. What's not to like. The opportunity to play in championship games, going to bowl games, playing in front of 85 thousand on Saturdays. That has to be a big pull in my view.

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 1:11PM CST Gilleylen sort of fits our slot receiver role, right? And I suppose Mendoza could be plugged back in there since they're not going to be using him at RB, apparantly. So, though the loss of Carter is significant, I think we can utilize our current receiver corps to decent effect. The QB position and O line are the main probs now as well as the the fact that Wats and Barney probably arent the greatest, Wats might be gone which disrupts continuity. It's kind of a mess. It's bringing down further my already down day...

Posted by: RocketHusker on December 9, 2009 1:12PM CST Step if that is true I hope you have some news that they were trying to find some spots for some surprise big time recruits. Something doesn't feel right here yet.

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 1:14PM CST I think Wats wants to pass but zac cant pass so thats why they are just running it more now. If he had a QB that could sling it, then we'd be back passing more again. Hear that Gabby Lite?! Oh, guess he's gone...

Posted by: bruNo on December 9, 2009 1:19PM CST ha ha, why play on a championship team when you can go to Mizzou, I'm beginning to 'get' Gabby's apparant point of view.

Posted by: savage12 on December 9, 2009 1:28PM CST I wonder where Nebraska would be if Bo was able to bring in his own people for the entire staff. Not putting Bo with Stoops or Saban, yet, but I thought those two were able to bring in whoever they wanted to and look where OU and bama are in their second year - the BCS Championship Game. I would put my money on that Bo would be there this year, too, with any offensve coordinator other than Watson. As our D has shown, it's about coaching and not that there's no talent. How is there no talent like they say when it's been the same offense for about 4-6 years? I know there was a little more focus on recuiting defensive players the past 2 classes but still, where are the juniors and seniors that have been in the offense and should be able to run it? Watson's the weak link, and I doubt our offense will be close to the top 50 next year if he is in control of the O.

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 1:36PM CST What we don't know is what our coaches are saying to kids now that they are on the recruiting trail. Are they telling them we are going in a different direction offensively? Or are they telling them we will be going back to our 2008 version of the offense. Many of you are did not like the WCO version, wanted us to run the ball, be physical, we have done that with some success, enough to help us win five straight games. Now that some recruits are worried that our offensive might be changing some say on wait, not passing the ball 40 times a game is a bad thing and offensive recruits are don't want to come here because of that. Bo has talked about needing to run the ball and still have balance. He does not want us to be one dimisional and I agree. But he has to decide just what he wants our offense to be in the future and commit to that. Then find the people who for what you want to do. Hang in their guys he will get it fixed.

Posted by: PlyNeb on December 9, 2009 1:41PM CST Carl Pelini said at last BRB that Power I being used is not temporary Two of Watson's spread offense recruits decommit ergo: Watson is done.

Posted by: Outside The Box on December 9, 2009 1:45PM CST I am convinced that Bo will stamp his personality on the offense next year just like he did the defense ths year. ---------------------------------------- I could not agree more.

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 1:45PM CST First of all, If Neb gets rid of Watson, that is NOT a step backward for us. If Watson had done a great job this year on offense and had gotten a coaching position somewhere else, we'd be in the same boat. The fact that our offense was horrible this year and removing Watson is not gonna change anything except for the better. Coordinators leaving for somewhere else happens all the time, teams cope, they get better. I just get the feeling some people on here think we're digressing if Watson goes. On the contrary, how can it get any worse than it is now. We're losing recruits and our offense is 102nd in the country and 11th in the big 12. You should only go up from there.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 1:50PM CST Most contracts have a clause in them that discusses dismassal for just cause. that clause affects the buy out. Conduct unbecoming is usually one of the escapes. Oh I am just joking. Better stop before I get in trouble.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 1:54PM CST We already have one indecisive QB (even though I like him as a person) we don't need another. Never thought little Gabby would stay anyway, commitment was not a value instilled in those kids.

Posted by: Sandhill on December 9, 2009 1:55PM CST Bruno, I was thinking the same thing about Watts wants to pass but Zac isn't able to do it reliably. Now I'm obviously not one of the guys, I was a cheerleader back in the younger days so I can't see things the way former players see them. It seemed we had the personal to accomplish Watson's game plan last season but not this season. I like the power game and the run but we still need the pass to be a nightmare for the opposing defense.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 1:58PM CST Just a hunch, but do you think he is getting some pressure from home? the Gabberts are Mizzu fans I think Sure would make their life easier if both kids were in the same school just down the road a piece. And big Bro decommitted when Callie left so Watsons influence may not be as big as we have been led to believe.

Posted by: huskers4_eva on December 9, 2009 2:04PM CST Some good news, It looks like it has become a three horse race for Owa. Nebraska, Oregon, and Oregon St. I like Nebraska's chances, Owa can definitely see the types of defensive coaches Nebraska has to offer. Owa still is high on Florida but with Charlie Strong leaving Nebraska's chances have double at getting this kid. However, we won't know until the US Army highschool game. If Nebraska takes care of business in the holiday bowl, neb will get this Five star legit recruit.

Posted by: punt2win on December 9, 2009 2:07PM CST I think Watson saw a really well trained QB in Lee. After all he started 3 years in H.S. and then put went to a JC football powerhouse. But little did Watson know that Lee does very poorly under pressure, when the chips are down he folds up under pressure. If he had done his homework reviewing Lee's early career or even talked to other College scouts he would have know that.

Posted by: savage12 on December 9, 2009 2:09PM CST You may be right, SFH, but whether or not it was a recommendation, Bo knew what offense he wanted to run. If Watson was not here in '08 we probably would have lost 1 to 2 (max) more games but this year would've been the year the offense was on the same page and would've helped the team win the games we've lost. There are 3 games this year that the offense lost for the team and no games that the offense won. Maybe Bo told Watson to not screw anything up and that's why the offense was scaled so far back. Bo should've never needed to have Wats be so conservative. Wats needs to step it up or step down.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 2:10PM CST Some are saying here that Little Gab is to small to be a QB. But what is a WCO QB asked to do? be mobile. Be accurate when throwing on the run, especially short to mid range passes. Look around us. Reesing, McCoy, Chase Daniel, when he was here. The kid from Baylor before he got hurt. That is what type of QB we see in the college offense of today. At least in the Big 12. Bo has found a way to neutralize those guys. But It is what Watson wants in a QB. And I think he thought he had it in Lee. And he saw it in Gabbert as well. Question in my mind still remains. does he know what he is looking at? I know he has been in the Big 12 forever. Been to 2 CCGs. and he had nothing to do with getting to the 2nd one. Or not much. He did figure out how not to turn the ball over at least. And he got spanked in the other one. If the plug is not pulled then it is sure short leash time. BO KNOWS.

Posted by: redbaron on December 9, 2009 2:15PM CST Why would Shawn Watson be doing in home visits if he was leaving?

Posted by: Ehusker on December 9, 2009 2:17PM CST I think Bo made a mistake when he hired Barney Cotton back. He is responsible for OL and his not getting the job done. He should be replaced with a better coach.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 2:18PM CST Kurt, Telling Gabby good bye. :)

Posted by: redbaron on December 9, 2009 2:19PM CST For some reason my post got deleted... Why would Shawn Watson be doing in home visits if he is leaving?

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 2:20PM CST Should have said Redbaron, Sorry.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 2:20PM CST Hey there is over 100 other college football teams out there that rank higher than NU on offense. Got out and steal an OC. This is a capitalist society right?

Posted by: redbaron on December 9, 2009 2:22PM CST oops. I guess its back. Something does seem fishy about all of this. I am guessing it all has to do with our future offensive philosphy, thats all. I don't see Bo as the type of coach to want to fire anybody. I seem him more as a guy who wants to work with what he has, keep the team together. Improve on what you have. Firing is not always the right answer.

Posted by: husker_in_OK on December 9, 2009 2:22PM CST Step, so who do we get now? Wray? or do we steal Robinson from Purdue? Either one of those guys would be an upgrade from Gabbert in my opinion. I was never very excited about Gabbert; the guy is not a winner, and from what I have seen he is not that overwhelming of an athlete either.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 2:27PM CST What makes you believe your post got deleted? I see it right above Ehusker's post. The answer's simple...racking up as many frequent flyer miles as he can.

Posted by: redbaron on December 9, 2009 2:32PM CST rluben, it was there when I entered it, came back and it was gone. I entered a new post, and then it was back. I'm impatient...

Posted by: Islander/Husker on December 9, 2009 2:34PM CST I do know this, Bo can't certainly be happy with the offensive production and the lack of improvement this year. Publicly he has supported Watson, but privately it might be much different. Carl kind of hinted at the Big Red Breakfast last week what direction our offenense might be going. About Gabbert, remember even before the Missouri game that was lots talk then about him maybe decommitting and the Missouri Coaches were coming at him hard. In my view the recent offensive woes was not a factor. I think a bigger factor is the chance to play with his brother. Another factor is that he might get to start earlier as his brother only has two years left, and here he might not get to start at all.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 2:38PM CST I thought maybe you were just suffering from Selective short sightedness syndrome like Wats.

Posted by: eddie too on December 9, 2009 2:43PM CST cody green is a better runner than passer. taylor martinez is also a very good runner, faster than green i think. spano may also give the coaches something to consider, not to mention kellogg. my biggest problem with the offensive coaches this year is that they seemed to keep going with a cast that was not getting it done. why did not other kids get more opportunities? practices do not always conclusively predict game performance. where was latravis washington? the defensive coaches were not afraid to change who would be starting. gomes and dillard both were not in the lineup until after at least two games, it may have been four games for gomes. game performance must count and the offensive line and qb and wide receivers (paul and kinney excepted) did not produce, but it was the same guys all year long.

Posted by: eddie too on December 9, 2009 2:45PM CST offense starts with the center. the o-line did not get it done this year.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 2:47PM CST Offense is predicated on timing and continuity. It is easier to plug and play on defense.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 2:52PM CST Ok Bo, I will make some changes and run power, but I'll only install 10 new plays in 6 weeks. And I'll run only half of them. Oh and by the way my running backs coach has no idea how to teach a FB how to block..let alone a D lineman the proper technique...they are all just learning as they go Bo. I predict we run a variation of the GOBO Power Spread next year....I dubbed the GOBOPS. Some I, some spread, some pistol, some pistol whip, some option like GT uses with 2 wing men and no backs. Just a hunch...we will be balanced, multiple and be able to throw lots out of any of those sets or run without giving it away before the snap, and any and all play actions available at any time too. We will actually drive fake once in awhile to the FB...to setup later play actions...and the FB will carry the ball in 2010 at least 3 times. The halfmoon formation overloading one side, sorta like trips right..but starts in the backfield and arcs towards the line. Full moon formation and the nanner nanner formation...and of course the cya wouldn't wannna be ya formation.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 2:53PM CST Good point Red. Especially in the O line

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 2:56PM CST Half moon right, nanner nanner left....carrot on a stick, x to the y to the z 37...commotion in motion....tada teehee 27 on 2

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 2:57PM CST Rlub, I really like the Nanner Nanner Formation. And if that works it opens up the Nanner Nanner Noo Noo. big play potential in the Nanner Nanner Noo Noo

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:02PM CST Take your blood pressure pills, SFH. We have till next fall to get CG ready. Needs to work on his accuracy. There wasn't much room for error this year so mistakes were more critical.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:04PM CST rlub, you have quite a imagination.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 3:09PM CST LT was pretty dang accurate in the spring game, put some balls on a frozen rope in a very small window. Maybe he doesn't have touch, but I know what I saw in the spring game,a rocket arm that was accurate. Possibly he can't take much off his throws when it's needed, or maybe he doesn't have a real understanding of where his receivers will be and what he's looking at in coverages as he steps up to the line. I'd argue that Lee can't possibly be that far ahead of either LT or Cody on any of those issues...I don't see it anyways. Should be fun next spring and fall to see how things develop.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:09PM CST Can you imagine Peyton Manning at the line calling out "Carrot on a stick....x to the y to the z37". That would have to screw up the D.

Posted by: Bleedin' Red in VA on December 9, 2009 3:10PM CST wouldn't one think that if one were a mastermind defensive coach and were to know how to set up a defense against a certain offense, then he'd be able to read the defense and know how to apply a good offense?

Posted by: Wrestler on December 9, 2009 3:13PM CST PT is that you on the avatar taking some rug time for napping? I think that's your best profile myself? Not surprising on the contemplation for Suh, during the BC era? AD TO saved the day with the hiring of Coach Bo and staff? Rluben, and his GOBO Power Spread? Interesting? I like your nomenclature? Rluben, life wouldn't be the same without you on this blog? TG, only one Rluben, no twin right? As many Rlubens, would drive someone crazy in a good way for sure? IH, always a voice of reason on this blog? IH did you ever do anything crazy or insane in your entire life? Just curious of course? And if you did, can you tell us that situation, please? Bruno are you still salsa dancing? Just curious as with the passing away of actor in dirty dancing, when time comes I nominate you for his replacement? GBR! Zhou Da Hong!

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:16PM CST SFH, we all have our opinions, but have to think the coaching staff felt CG was not thier best chance to win. Plus I think they are looking at the big picture in terms of CG and keeping his attitude right for the future. He will start next year IMO.

Posted by: Wrestler on December 9, 2009 3:16PM CST PT at least you're in a defensive position in greco roman wrestling? Hugging the mat stomach down, and arms and legs stretched as to not get turned for allowing opponent any pts? I will have to gut wrench you from top position to score? GBR! Zhou Da Hong!

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 3:18PM CST Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:09PM CST Can you imagine Peyton Manning at the line calling out "Carrot on a stick....x to the y to the z37". That would have to screw up the D. Yeah then run a dive lol. I wish Wats would watch how manning uses the I formation and play actions...he could learn something.

Posted by: Big Red in Big D 007 on December 9, 2009 3:27PM CST They have 3 weeks to get him ready SFH. Would not hurt my feelings. Heading to the cantina check in on ya'll later unless things work out.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 3:31PM CST When we did use play action it was half azzed pathetic play action ...meaning not much of a sell on the fake action only lame going through the motion, half the time not even actually making a real ball fake. Sure some you can't actually make a ball fake in the backs belly, depending on the actual play fake and play...but on many you can and should and should sell it while hiding the ball like you can on an Iso play action to the tailback. You start carrying out some believable fakes once in awhile and start finishing off a play as the QB after a handoff too, the play action will be more effective. They need to work on that aspect in my opinion.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 3:33PM CST SFH, Some of your BRG is coming out. Careful or someone besides me will figure you out. Anyway some positive news on the Coaching front that we have forgetten. Joey Ganz is a Grad assistant starting very soon. sounds like an instant QB coach.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 3:34PM CST I shouldn't say always, they did do some nice things with play action here n there, but it could be better executed and should be.

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 3:35PM CST Werstler, We are gonna make a rug out of the AZ Wildcats.

Posted by: rluben on December 9, 2009 3:40PM CST That's cool, I was wondering when it'd be official. He starts now or after the bowl game? Or you just saying it's coming?

Posted by: PT Husker on December 9, 2009 3:43PM CST Rlub I think he start now. From what they said on Big red Wrap up it was in December. Prolly start of 2nd semester now that I think of it. He would have to be enrolled in school I believe. At any rate he would have all winter and spring to work with these guys.

Posted by: big red 1 on December 9, 2009 4:17PM CST Watson goes by by for next year.Why don't Bo or Tom look at hiring Turner Gill as a head coch for offebce.why not have 2 head coaches.make this a first in college football.

Posted by: Tadow on December 9, 2009 9:38PM CST That pic is definitely Melissa Midwest...

Posted by: Mountainman@ on December 10, 2009 12:46AM CST If Alabama had hired Watson last January, do you think they would be in the NC Game now?