As some of you may have noticed if you've looked at the tags, my Redskins, Hokies, and Lakers blogs are now residing here. My time and effort to those blogs had become minimal, not to say I've been a workhorse on this blog either but whatever.
Up first, we'll go with the Lakers. The Lakers had three games this weekend with double digit wins over Phoenix (thurs), Denver..again (fri), and Sacramento (Sun). At 11 - 1, there's a feeling that something special is a-brewin'. Everyone knows their role, and does it well. A coming out party for Trevor Ariza this season has been an unexpected surprise. I am still looking for a bit more from Sasha Vujachic but Farmar is showing signs as being the successor to Derek Fisher. Luke Walton has spiralled to a position on the end of the bench. I'm not even sure he has trade value at this point.
The Hokies squeaked by the Blue Devils of formidable Duke. As this game wasn't televised, there's not a whole lot I can say about the actual game. Turnovers seemed to be what made it a tighter affair than what was expected with four turnovers from T-squared in the first half. That still doesn't explain the inability to score against Duke in the second half save for a pick six. A win next week and the Hokies have managed to limp into the ACC game. Still not so sure that's a good thing. I never want to wish bad luck on the Hokies, but part of me needs Bryan Stinespring fired. And success does not act as a catalyst for severance.
The Redskins finally won a game in Seattle. I believe Seattle has put the 'Skins out of the playoffs in 2 of their last 3 meetings and beat them in a regular season matchup as well. The 'Skins were able to move the ball well 30 - 30 but had trouble translating that success into touchdowns.
Showing posts with label Stinespring. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stinespring. Show all posts
Monday, November 24, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Tapered Disappointment
I shoulder the blame. A few weeks ago, I updated my facebook status to reflect the Hokies and Redskins combined 9-0 record after the opening week of the football season. Since then, they have combined for a dismal 1 - 3.
The Hokies have had two disappointing, and potentially season ending, losses as they no longer control their own destiny completely in the ACC race. The loss to Boston College as well as the loss to Florida State can be attributed first to penalties and secondly to Stinespring's lack of offensive genius.
Roughing the punter in the third quarter completely changed the momentum today with the Seminoles completing a long pass for a first and 10 on the very next play. The first 30 yards in Boston College's initial scoring drive came on penalties, including pass interference on third and long.
Stinespring's inability to come up with an effective offensive gameplan (save for the Nebraska game, and Cory Holt's touchdown drive today) is the main issue for the Hokies. Even further, I believe Frank's reputation is starting to be affected, at least with some fans. We know Frank's loyalty is a given. But at some point, the numbers have to be telling you something. Think of this, when was the last time you saw a VT player running free on the way to a touchdown (that wasn't on defense)? When was the last time you could, as a fan, turn the game off (not that you would want to) because VT was dominating on both sides of the ball? Hell, I can't remember the last time I looked forward to seeing what our offense would do. And I don't think it's a talent thing!
Our Thursday night schedule ramps up in a little under two weeks. Maryland and Miami, home and away respectively, meet the Hokies on Thursday night. Must wins if we have any hope of getting in the ACC championship game. I may have misspoken earlier. The Hokies do completely control their fate. Win out, play for the conference championship...simple as that!
The Hokies have had two disappointing, and potentially season ending, losses as they no longer control their own destiny completely in the ACC race. The loss to Boston College as well as the loss to Florida State can be attributed first to penalties and secondly to Stinespring's lack of offensive genius.
Roughing the punter in the third quarter completely changed the momentum today with the Seminoles completing a long pass for a first and 10 on the very next play. The first 30 yards in Boston College's initial scoring drive came on penalties, including pass interference on third and long.
Stinespring's inability to come up with an effective offensive gameplan (save for the Nebraska game, and Cory Holt's touchdown drive today) is the main issue for the Hokies. Even further, I believe Frank's reputation is starting to be affected, at least with some fans. We know Frank's loyalty is a given. But at some point, the numbers have to be telling you something. Think of this, when was the last time you saw a VT player running free on the way to a touchdown (that wasn't on defense)? When was the last time you could, as a fan, turn the game off (not that you would want to) because VT was dominating on both sides of the ball? Hell, I can't remember the last time I looked forward to seeing what our offense would do. And I don't think it's a talent thing!
Our Thursday night schedule ramps up in a little under two weeks. Maryland and Miami, home and away respectively, meet the Hokies on Thursday night. Must wins if we have any hope of getting in the ACC championship game. I may have misspoken earlier. The Hokies do completely control their fate. Win out, play for the conference championship...simple as that!
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