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Very impressive ....... Nice bounce back !!!!

Cody Grice on the 1yd dive !!!!!

What unis will be worn with the chrome helmets ?

Sorry to say .... But in my opinion, the young man didn't portray himself as a leader ? Wasn't much substance to that interview Part if the maturation process ..

Cody Grice told me that he has been repping at FB in the red zone during practice ................ But in at least three short yardage situations, we stayed with the spread ? I was also kidding about scrapping the spread and going old school power ............. But I do think that when your 3rd an 1-3 yards, you have to be able to line it up and go smash mouth Just my opinion

Being new to the Zips and watching some games from last year and the 3 games this year. Just the three games this year Howard - 28 - 64 (64%) for 400 yds 0 INT 113 yds rushing Penn State - 24 - 46 (52%) for 208 yds 2 INT 69 yds rushing Marshall- 25 - 52 (48%) for 251 yds 1 INT 92 yds rushing Not a huge difference in running yards per game ............ My opinion in viewing Pohl is that he does seem uncomfortable and not confident in the spread and I think has made some pretty glaring misreads. Not to say that his confidence won't improve throughout the year. To his defense and it has been pointed out, there have been alot of balls dropped by the receiving core. Without a running game, we are in for a struggle this season, My question is do we really have any deep threat speed to stretch the field. Pretty evident that we had better match ups at WR against Howard (only 4 more completions and twice the yardage than PSU). That, to me, shows that the opposing defenses are able to squeeze the line of scrimmage more and stone the running game because the outside WR coverage is handled by the corners with no need for a nickle package .......... Call me stupid and old school, but if you cannot stretch the field to open up space in the flats and create running lanes, the read option is worthless. Back to the ole power I with multiple formations and play action !!!

Right on point ............ And our inability to run the ball gave them the opportunity to push the OLB's out more in the flats

I would say that will definitely be one of the factors, but not the only ............ A healthy rotation will do wonders in the fourth quarter on the offensive and defensive lines. I don't think anyone will argue that fact

Certainly not "the problem:, but definitely a factor when you consider the injuries that kept key guys out. Had an impact on the rotation for sure. To say it was "the problem" is incorrect as there were plenty of problems

A 7-5 season ... maybe 8-4 and a possible MAC East title and appearance in the MAC Championship .................... Then a bowl game !! If that happens, then I think all Zips fans will be pretty happy with the progress from 1-11 to 5-7 to 7-5 And it will help recruiting and I would think, the attendance

Coach Amoto seems like a great guy .............. He said, "I've been here before and know that these kids look to the Coach to help them through situations like today (Marshall game). Yelling and screaming does nothing to help the situation, but they can learn from the experience of getting our tails kicked with patience and teaching and that is what the take away from today is" ................ Class guy These guys are experienced and have been in the "rebuilding" phase multiple times in their careers. The feeling that they gave me is that they truly realize the time it takes to put together a competitive and consistent group of kids ........... Not to down anyone and everyone wants to win, but every single coach and all support (Strength Coach, Head Trainer) said that the main thing right now is to get a group together that knows HOW to win. What it takes in the weight room, training room as well as on the field. The all also mentioned that they feel they are beginning to turn the corner. Also mentioned the HUGE need for upper class men leadership. No one was put down or on the spot, but the topic of player leadership was touched on by all coaches that we spent time with. I honestly have a very good feeling about this team and the direction. I , obviously, have not been through the years of being down like you all, but these guys have a plan from recruiting, to strength training (new strength coach). The 2015 class will be their 3rd recruiting class so the excuse of "playing with the prior administrations recruits" is pretty much out the window. The kids that my son spent time with over two days were very vocal about the positive change in coaching staffs and that it is a night and day difference....... The AD was extremely supportive of how things are progressing ............. Now I can't imagine that any Coach or AD would tell a committed recruit that things are not on the uptick, but they all seemed to have the same message and expectation to be better than last year. Hang in there Zips fans, I believe we will see continued improvement

As a new Zips fan, I understand the need for wins quickly. The fact, in my opinion is that the true test for this team this year will be to compete right up to the final week in the MAC. In spending time with Coach Bowden, Coach Stroud and Coach Amoto (my son was on his official visit), although they were very disappointed in the game and the play on both sides of the ball. Overall the coaches were pretty at ease for just getting their butts handed to them As Coach Bowden said ......"Two steps forward and one step back with today's outcome." He made mention of the injuries but was disappointed that the guys that needed to step up Saturday didn't. Coach Amato mentioned that his defense seemed lost and that every adjustment that they made seemed to open up another hole. The coaches talked about a mix of key transfers and young recruits for 2015 with emphasis on the offensive and defensive lines along with the need to fill some senior holes at LB, CB. The key to a successful 2014 season is to compete very strong in the MAC season and even possibly take the East and play for the Championship. The first two games were promising and the game Saturday took the air out of the balloon. I believe I saw post before the season that said the expectation was to go 1-3 in the out of conference games with opportunities to pull off an upset in 1 of the 3 (Penn St, Marshall and Pitt). Everyone seemed content with the play vs Penn State and Marshall was simply a steam roller. I would think that playing Pitt tough or even pull off an upset would put most fans back in the "we are making progress" camp.

Anyone know the estimated ticket sales ? ............ My son will be coming for his official visit and I hope the game day atmosphere will be good

Looked at film on these guys and although they are highlight tapes (all good plays), they look all be pretty athletic guys that should make impacts. To your point, with some nice young recruits to bring along, looks like Coach Bowden and staff may have something started Thanks for the information ..................... Question as to whether Brown will get the hard ship nod and be eligible this season? I see that his transfer was due to playing time, which I find hard to believe the NCAA will give the hard ship for that? Is that your take Balsey ?

Couldn't find the thread either .............. Thought I had seen the Fowler kid commit. Guess there must be a very long list of transfers to fill an average size recruiting class (not sure how many spots being filled) I believe in that thread it was also stated the many of the Akron commits come late in the cycle. Still pretty early I guess although February is sneaking up

I'm in Georgia and cannot find any updated recruiting information from UA in the 2015 class .............. Other than Shipman, is there any recruiting progress or commits ? Thanks

Good picture but bad helmet/uni combo ...................... The "Z" logo on the helmet is black with the blue jersey ? Also the shiny gold on the helmet and the jersey gold are in contrast IMO But I'm a rookie so who am I to say !!!

Great news ..... Hope the treatments went well !!

Thank You ..... That's what I was looking for, not speculation, more information

Yes Sir

What is the word on Coach Stroud ? Great guy, hope he is back soon http://www.gozips.com/sports/fball/2014-15/releases/20140801rswe87

And just so you guys know ............... They are EVERYWHERE down here in Georgia !! Good marketing ................... Bad Football LOL

Fowler HUDL film

Fowler http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1208808/highlights/77098396

I will say Sir that I am a new fan of UA and have a bit of skin in the game as my son is a 2015 commit. As I was looking at prior signing classes vs the Bowden signing classes (not rivals but looking at the highlite films). As I believe you may have said, highlite films are mostly plays against lower competition and completely agree.... It is my opinion that the guys in the 2014 class appear to be more athletic than the past few years. Just my opinion, so I was curious to know from you veteran UA fans what your thoughts are My opinion is that once rivals, scout, 247 and the others get past the top 25 team rankings there isn't much effort put into it. But again, one guys opinion only