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By Ft Worth Dawg

August 24, 2007 2:01 PM | Link to this

GO DAWGS!!!

By Black Panther

August 24, 2007 2:10 PM | Link to this

HUNKER DOWN O-LINE!!! GO DAWGS!!

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 2:11 PM | Link to this

No questio O-line play is far and away the biggest key to the season.Second is D-line then Stafford,receivers,secondary and linebackers are about equal in importance……..Joe Adams is set to choose schools tonight.Has anybody seen video of him ? I subcribe to scout.com and they don’t have any.Looking at the schools recruiting him tells alot.It’s the top schools in the country (football wise).As jar as receivers I have seen Josh Jarbow is right there with Green in my book.

By David

August 24, 2007 2:13 PM | Link to this

Chip I agree with everything you say here (and elsewhere, especially when it involves the ‘Mats) however when you really look at it on the surface, it is a daunting task.

Here’s my question, is there any reason, based on who left, to think that the line would be WORSE than last year….I don’t think so and last year’s line was good enough to win every game if we don’t turn the ball over. If we had lost Max or Stinch or big time lineman yes it would be a valid possibility however we really didn’t lose much. If we get through the first two games……

By Chris

August 24, 2007 2:15 PM | Link to this

You are right on Chip! The talent on defense is fast and athletic and the learning curve is much shorter. The o-line will be inconsistent… lets hope Stafford doesn’t get banged up. I also think Moreno’s “shiftiness” may be needed quite a bit.

By joe

August 24, 2007 2:15 PM | Link to this

Chip, You’re right on the money…with 3 or 4 freshman playing on the line, there is no way they can hold their own against the stout D’s of the SEC. 8 wins would be a good result, but looks like 6 or 7 is more likely…if they start 0-2 which may happen, wheels fall off for the rest of the year.

By Tuckerboy

August 24, 2007 2:17 PM | Link to this

The O Line is going to be the key to the season!

MR needs to take a strong look at recruiting so that this scenerio does not repeat itself again. Coaches last in the SEC mainly due to making sure that both offensive and defensive lines are areas of re-loading as opposed to re-building.

By GloryGlory

August 24, 2007 2:19 PM | Link to this

I think that we have to come out strong against OSU. If the line’s confidence breaks early in the game it could lead to a very bad start to the season. I am confident in our coaches and their ability to call plays that make up for our weaknesses. I am disappointed that V Vance is not in the lineup and hope that Hvercamp beats out Bolling for the job. I like Bolling, but I am worried about his experience. We will be okay, but it probably won;t be pretty.

By SuwaneeDawg

August 24, 2007 2:23 PM | Link to this

Chip - I’ve always believed your team is only as good as your off. and def. lines so I think your post is right on. It will be a struggle for sure. That’s why I think Mr. Schultz’s column about UGA going 11-1 is insane.

My big question is - where is Vince Vance? Has he vaporized? Is this a bust or will it simply be awhile before he’s able to keep up?

By gator the dog catcher

August 24, 2007 2:34 PM | Link to this

Look for CMR to throw alot of screens early in the season to slow down the rush from defenses. “On paper” this will make Stafford look better as well as the Oline.

By Cuz

August 24, 2007 2:42 PM | Link to this

Herschel had a very good line opening holes for him. For us to be successful this year, Matthew is going to need some protection. This is why I think TB starts at RB, for his blocking ability. Thank God for Southerland.

By Cuz

August 24, 2007 2:47 PM | Link to this

gtdc, what kind of line does Tebow have to block for him?

By triton63

August 24, 2007 2:47 PM | Link to this

On the defensive line we have plenty of talent…young, but very talented. They will be ok since their job is to hunt down the guy with the ball. On the O-line I am concerned. It takes time to learn how the player to your left and right will handle each block. Surely Bobo will have plays designed to keep the D off balanced. Lots of screens and mis-directions.

Chip, What about our tight ends? I have heard very little about them and really wonder how they will impact the game.

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 2:52 PM | Link to this

Joe ….. What needs to be done is break this cycle of completely rebuilding the O-line every few years.How can that be done when we’ve repeated the same mistake again ? Another Freshman line that’ll leave us starting all over at the end of this new cycle.If we can recruit 2 or 3 top guys every year and adjust the starters to where no more that 2 run out of eligibility any given season.This would become a recruiting tool as these guys would know the opportunity would be there every year not just at the end of a cycle…..Chip——Coach Searels’ family lives in NW GA and I know he wanted to be close enough to drive there in a shorter time than from LSU.Go figure, he sounds like a regular human type person.

By JB

August 24, 2007 2:53 PM | Link to this

After six years, We ( I’m a fan) should not be in this situation on the OL. We should have 4 soph’s, 4 juniors and 4 seniors ready to play this year, all of them lettermen. You watch, because we have 10 or so freshman and redshirts on the team, they’ll sign 2 or 3 this year. SIGN 5 or 6 !!!!!!! I can’t believe we have 12 WR’s whom only a couple of them can catch. There’s your lineman spots…we should have 7 or 8.

By Vince

August 24, 2007 3:04 PM | Link to this

This makes the role of the fullbacks very important.

I wonder if it is possible to run two fullback passing sets to help protect the QB. I know nothing about this kind of stuff! But our FB’s are very athletic, and could run the ball as well if we wanted to play them and mix up the pass and the run. I mean those guys are really good.

In addition, it makes the tailback’s blocking abilities really crucial.

It also means that we will have to rely on plays that involve a quick release until the O-line gets really solid. Could be a lot of MoMass this and MoMass that and Bruce Figgins-time to light it up.

Vince

By Lowcountry Bulldawg

August 24, 2007 3:04 PM | Link to this

Chip,

Brother you just got me nervous. I was crossing my fingers, had my head in the sand on our offensive line then..BAM I read this. Boy’s we could be in a world of trouble against USC. I think we can out athlete OSU, but USC returns what 9-10 starters, and have the Brinkley brothers. Just started biting my nails and we ain’t even close to kickoff. Thanks Chip! LOL!

By GloryGlory

August 24, 2007 3:10 PM | Link to this

It could be a lot worse, Joe T. could be starting the first game.

By RxDawg

August 24, 2007 3:22 PM | Link to this

Everyone knows football is won in the trenches. Come on dawgs, you can do it!

By P-Dawg in Tulsa

August 24, 2007 3:25 PM | Link to this

O-line has easily been my concern going into this year. The thing about this year is that it really isn’t much different than about 3 of the past 6 years. The biggest difference is that we actually have more bodies than usual and I think Searels is an upgrade over Calloway. Bobo/Richt will call plays to offset this weakness as Richt has so many times before. Get thru the first 2 and away we go.

Go Dawgs!!!

By Pat

August 24, 2007 3:31 PM | Link to this

Not having an OL coach that plays favorites will be a big help. #72 is gone!!!!!!!

By I-DOG

August 24, 2007 3:36 PM | Link to this

I hope you all don’t mind I have a comment on a completely different area of Dawgdom.

AJ Greene:

I believe that AJ Greene is one of the highest profile recruits in the last 20 years for DAWGS and certainly one that fans are as excited about as any recruit we have had in a long long time.

I base this partially on my own excitement from the video I have seen on this kid. I know they are high school players he is competing against in the footage, but I have never seen a display like that from another player and he was a JUNIOR!

Many UGA bashers claim that we are over-hyped on Caleb King. Caleb may turn out to be a good or poor player and he was certainly hyped in HS, but this is a completely different level of excitement with AJ.

King is part of a solid class and he is one of the top 3-4 high profile guys in that class. That is the way I think most Dawg fans view him.

I believe most of us think of AJ as a certain future superstar and that Redshirting won’t be considered no matter how many upperclassman play the same position in front of him.

I think our enthusiasm for AJ eclipses even the enthusiasm for Stafford. It is hard to look at the film and say “I don’t think he will be all that great” it is truly jaw dropping stuff.

By WashingtonDCDawg

August 24, 2007 3:42 PM | Link to this

One comment and one correction to the original blog entry …

1. The comment: I don’t see how the OL can be a whole lot worse than last year’s.

2. The correction: Adams DID play OT his entire freshman year, in a reserve role obviously. FWIW.

By GloryGlory

August 24, 2007 3:43 PM | Link to this

AJ plays on ESPN tomorrow. You know its time for the season to start when you plan your Saturday around a HS game.

By Chip Towers

August 24, 2007 3:44 PM | Link to this

Suwanee: Vince Vance is present and accounted for. He’s out there practicing every day. But, at this point, I’d have to say he has been one of the bigger disappointments of the preseason. Let’s face it, you don’t sign a 6-8, 330-pound lineman out of junior college for him to come in and back up a true freshman, which is what he is doing behind Sturdivant. Meanwhile, you have Cheese, a natural guard, starting at right tackle. At the very least, Vance should be good enough to start there free up Cheese to move inside to one of the guards… . I don’t know exactly what is Vance’s shortcoming because he’s certainly big enough. I know I see Searels in his earhole a lot screaming, “don’t be soft!.” But, again, Vance is going to play and he may turn out to be a great one but I certainly think everybody was expecting more… .

triton63: I’ve touched on the TEs a little here and there lately but, just for your edification, at least while Tripp Chandler is out, this is not going to be the marquee position we’re used to seeing. Coleman Watson likely will start; he’s a good kid, a big guy that works hard and may be a decent blocker. But he’s not going to offer the offensive threat we’re so familiar with. NaDerris Ward is next and he will be very good eventually, in my opinion, but setbacks from shoulder surgery and genuine inexperience have made him a little timid as far as the passing game. Don’t fret, Leonard Pope was kind of the same way early in his career. Freshmen Bruce Figgins and Aron White are both impressive athletes but they’re leave-on-the-vine green right now, I think. Again, this is just one man’s humble opinion from what I hear and the little I see… .

Cuz: Tebow has a very good O-line in front of him. 4 returning starters, tho some minor depth concerns.

By P-Dawg in Tulsa

August 24, 2007 3:47 PM | Link to this

One follow up on AJ Green he will be playing on ESPN tomorrow. I’m not sure what time but ESPN is televising his first game as it is a high profile SC school vs a high profile FL school. Should be interesting to see him on TV before he is even a Dawg.

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 3:50 PM | Link to this

I-Dog the kid is OK if you are into that kind of thing.

By Chip Towers

August 24, 2007 3:53 PM | Link to this

FWIW, it looks like Tanner Strickland is dressed out today… . I’m heading out to the practice field now and will provide an update shortly.

By triton63

August 24, 2007 3:55 PM | Link to this

Chip, thanks for the reply. Will Chandler be back for the USC game? Maybe the freshman ahead of Vance will get him motivated before gameday.

By biffpocoroba

August 24, 2007 3:58 PM | Link to this

Tebow is a little girl.

By I-DOG

August 24, 2007 4:11 PM | Link to this

Chip,

I agree with your blog about the problems and the potential of the OL. I also agree with David that we didn’t lose that many players from last year’s line… 3 of the 5 starters and there was no depth behind them. The two coming back are very experienced seniors.

David is right that the OL (while very thin and luckily injury free) did’t really cost us any games last year. Most of us thought it might pre-season)Turnovers, penalties, and drops are what killed us in all four losses. (add field goal kicking or injury to him as another major cause in a couple of those losses)

Your premise that this is the key to this year’s team is absolutely correct and that the line will get better as the year goes on is a reasonable assumption.

The big questions will be… how weak will the line be early and how quickly will it get as the year goes on?

By I-DOG

August 24, 2007 4:20 PM | Link to this

Altamaha Dawg:

That is a good one… yeah, I think we could use a guy like that catching passes from Stafford, I think we will save a ‘ship for him.

By Billy Bob BulLDawg

August 24, 2007 4:23 PM | Link to this

HYUCK…HHYUCK…hHYUCK…hHYUCK!!!

HEY! OLE BILLY BOB BULLDAWG HERRE. don’w worry bulldoggwoofwoofwoof nation! Dooely will have us up an runnin soon just like i’ll have my new dish up and runnin and i can see the dawgs woofwoofwoof takin out all the best competition this year after i done fixin this ole trans am sittin out front.

GO GaWGS!!!!!!!!!!!wowowowooooo sick em!!!

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 4:32 PM | Link to this

Can always use another Greenie!

On the line, not sure this line can perform any worse than the 2003 version (no rub on those particular players). Hopefully we can work around it for a while.

Hmm, isnt Brown starting???? makes me think……….

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 4:34 PM | Link to this

is dish TV some sort of put down?

By Chip Towers

August 24, 2007 4:45 PM | Link to this

PRACTICE UPDATE

OK, so it WAS NOT Tanner Strickland. He’s still in green. Micky White is wearing a red 54. Oh well… .

Staying with the O-line, Scott Haverkamp was jumping in there with the No. 1s during drill work. He’s still in green but he looks to me like the starting RG… .

Lightning just hit over Stegeman Coliseum and the team has been chased inside. May be late before we get this thing in the books… .

What else? Oh, yeah, how about some GOOD news. Well, not really news, but an observation. I think the Dogs have a lot to feel positive about as far as the D-line. I spent a lot of time down at the far end of the lower field where Rodney Garner and his crew hang out with their dummies and sleds and stay-low contraptions. People, that is a good looking bunch of athletes down there. They look almost interchangeable, most of the wearing 90-something jersey numbers, all of them wide and quick. They’re all very reminiscent to me of FSU’s 1990s D-linemen. That’s what they’ve been recruiting here for the last few years and, as NFL rosters will attest, they’ve been producing some good ones… .

I also got a close-up look at the punters for a while and, from where I was standing, Georgia has some concerns here. Both Brian Mimbs and Drew Butler were punting one after another under the watching eyes and stop-watches of Dave Johnson and John Eason. I saw multiple shanks, numerous high-and-shorts and mediocre at best hang times. There was a little wind in their faces and perhaps I caught them on a bad day but there was no rush, or 93,000 fans either. This does not look like a team strength.

That’s all for now. I’ll check in and/or update later.

By Tashard Choice

August 24, 2007 4:58 PM | Link to this

GloryGlory,

Wake up- Check

Grass Cut- Check

Beer- Check

Big Screen- Check

Recliner- Check

NC w/ Stafford to Green- Priceless

By Cuz

August 24, 2007 5:10 PM | Link to this

Get Kevin to yank a knot in his son. I can hear him now, “Boy don’t you disgrace the name of Butler at UGA. Know here is a swift kick for you.” It looks like Kevin has the distance and his son sails through the uprights.

By Cuz

August 24, 2007 5:12 PM | Link to this

Should have proofread before I hit the button. It should have been Now not Know.

By ga dog

August 24, 2007 5:31 PM | Link to this

it sounds like haverkamp will be ready gametime, i feel alittle better about the ol with him in there, good to hear boling can play, he would start on more the 2/3rd of other sec teams,too bad about vance, coach searles will produce some nfl guys out of this crew, hopefully sooner than later

By Go Dawgs

August 24, 2007 5:35 PM | Link to this

Chip what about Brandon Wood how has he been looking? I’ve heard that Dobbs has been looking good at DE.

By CapeCodDawg

August 24, 2007 5:49 PM | Link to this

* Come off it Chip!* “”You’ll not that this lineup features three players that have never played in a Div. I football game and all five have never played a game at their current position. This is not good.”“ you got me crying in my Grey Goose and cranberry a.k.a. Cape Codder!!

Honestly speaking,the Dawgs could get away with that O-Line if they played in the WAC or the Sun Belt conference’s, but this is the S.E.C.!!!…….indeed,this is not promising! Either way I’ll be in Athens for the USC game screaming my (Yankee) head off. Come on boys * HUNKER DOWN!*

By ga dog

August 24, 2007 6:13 PM | Link to this

are not coaches are gonna put our probable best lineman at left tackle, we have 2 seniors that he beat out, he must be superior,i know center is important, we need a tough skilled center, sounds like trinton could have been placed there but he is skilled enough to play left tackle before velasco and adams, so if havercamp plays we might worry about chris davis at guard,relax cape cod searles is there, i`ll admit if i am wrong, gotta have faith

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 6:15 PM | Link to this

I Dog —- I think last season’s 0-line while not a wreck didn’t exactly blow open holes for the backs to run through either.I do like Searles alot but it’s impossible to know how this young line will come together,or how soon.I think the D-line is key to winning against OK ST and the O-line against SC.We need to disrupt the Cowboys offense and stop the SC D-line from disrupting ours.

By I-DOG

August 24, 2007 6:47 PM | Link to this

A-ville: I don’t disagree with you at all. Last year, they weren’t world beaters, but they protected Stafford well enough and got us enough running yardeage to keep us in EVERY game. The offensive line played well enough to make us 12-1 or 11-2 in my opinion.

Cuz I agree that we as fans shouldn’t go crazy on the players or coaches if there are one or two drops in the first game.

Lets be optomistic that this will improve!

By CapeCodDawg

August 24, 2007 6:48 PM | Link to this

wiping tear away Thanks ga dog!! I cannot wait for this season to start! I love college football…The SEC is the BEST!

By Big Dawg

August 24, 2007 7:17 PM | Link to this

All you guys need to stop worrying as life is too short. Besides what will happen will happen and giving yourselves heart attacks won’t change things. Now as far as the OL is concerned we are going to be fine, last night’s scrimmage was not much more than a walk through. The thing that has me upset is Thomas Brown starting since regardless of what you say Altamaha, Brown has been less than impressive not only in practice but has been lousy in all the scrimmages. Jason Johnson has played better than Brown. BTW Moreno has been the most impressive of the bunch his lack of concentration, intensity and the fumble last night seems to have hurt him with Coach Ball and Coach Bobo.

By Chip Towers

August 24, 2007 7:17 PM | Link to this

I sent in my practice report and it should be up before long. IN the meantime, the lead item was Richt complaining again about the lack of an indoor facility after thunderstorms forced the cancellation of practice… . Also Eason cleared up the WR situation: Bailey, MoMass and Mikey Henderson to start; Tony Wilson, Kris Hurham and Kenneth Harris in next group; Michael Moore as the third “Z.”

That’s it for now. C-ya soon!

By RxDawg

August 24, 2007 7:59 PM | Link to this

I knew it! I knew Thomas Brown could do it. There is a reason this kid is back on top fellow dawgs. Its what I’ve seen in him for years, and I cant believe most of you cant see it yourselves. This kid has heart. This guy’s motor is unlimited. Hes like Rudy in an actual athletic body. Well, its that or hes the only tailback that will pick up a block. Congrats TB, heres to having a great senior year.

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 8:34 PM | Link to this

RxDawg What I’ve seen is Brown going down on contact time after time.I keep hearing what a warrior he is so I’ll keep an open mind and I really do wish him the best.What I don’t want to see is CMR sticking with him too long at the expense of the team.

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 10:30 PM | Link to this

I’ve never defended Thomas Brown’s play. Nor have I made any judgement as to the play of others, which would involve me knowing for sure everything that has happened in all the practises, which of cource I never claim to. What I’ve said is that despite what folks “read” or (even claim to know somebody that knows somebody) they must NOT know all there is to know about the RB situation.(or just think its a plan to fail on purpose) There are reasons he is named the starter that are either not understood or simply ignored because it doesnt fit the argument. I’m sorry I just really cannot get behind the idea that Richt, Bobo, and Ball dont know what they are doing. For my own personal theory, I beleive its simply to put a bit of a older leader in the huddle, and a proven blocker in, to get the season rolling, given soem uncertainties early. Our superstar QB sure seems to think its a good idea. Call me wrong if you like, but that pretty darn hard to refute. Some obviously think pure skill at RB is more critical from the very first play and can’t possible be put on hold for even a few series for the sake of stability. Fine, but thats a difference of opinion, not right or wrong.

I’ve never been a particularly big fan of TB (although nothing against him), and to be real honest, I’ve really, really, never been a big fan of Lumpkin. I’m prabably as excited about Moreno as anyone. I’m still waiting for the next Hearst, like everyone else.

Seems like we would want to actually let the PT pan out before complaining about it though.

By Canis Athenas

August 24, 2007 10:41 PM | Link to this

Chip, Thanks for the frequent updates. I think you and the AJC team have covered the waterfront of early 2007 Georgia Bulldog stories well: personal looks at players and coaches, examinations of brand new talent, and highlights on areas of strength and weakness (to name a few). If you’re up for suggestions on what else we’d like to read, I would like to see in coming days a delve into any new X and O’s tactics for 2007 you may have picked up upon. We’ve heard that they’ll expand Stafford’s QB repertoire since 2006 is under-his-belt. To be frank, I am hoping to read about (and witness) more than a couple of trick plays (e.g. hide the ball) from the old Bowden & Richt playbook. Rather, I want to know what Coach Bobo may serve up as new tests for Stafford, to earn another spike on his collar. Ditto on hearing about any twists on Georgia’s defensive approach. Regarding the defense, I’m expecting at least a few tweaks on schemes from this crew. While our defenders can do fine putting their helmeted skulls in the right place at the right time, I think the X side coaching staff should be challenged by Coach Richt to inject even more defensive looks than we’ve displayed in the past few years. Heard of any? Thanks.

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 10:54 PM | Link to this

AltamahaDawg I’m not sure who that post was meant for but I’ll put in my bit.I’m not a fan that assumes the coaches always make the best choices.I do think Richt and Bobo are excellent at what they do.That said, I think Brown was used too much before his injury last season.You must remember how ineffective he was.I want a RB who can block but I REALLY want one who can run.With the Cowboys and Red Roosters to start off the season we can’t afford to take 3 games to figure out Brown isn’t getting it done.

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 11:21 PM | Link to this

Who was effective, Lumpkin??

Either way, as I was saying , lets try not to complain about 3 games in already. Hopefully, if it was obvious to the audience, that something wasnt working out, our coaches might have some idea.

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 11:30 PM | Link to this

Well Joe Adams is going to USC,that’s two WRs they’ve picked off our list.

By Gen Neyland

August 24, 2007 11:32 PM | Link to this

FOC, et al

After nearly a two year sabbatical from gainful employment, I’ve taken a job which requires me to work evenings and some Saturdays ( No, it isn’t he OPEN TILL MIDNITE drive thru at Wendy’s or a GREETER at the Wal-Mart ). Insomuch as I want to be here on all gamedays coming, it ain’t gonna happen. This post serves as notice that if y’all want to trash, gash or bash anything football I may not be around to play postgame. I’ll not avoid any I-TOLD-YOU SOSPEAK, especially regarding the Rumble By The River. I will find time to respond by coming aboard the good ship UGABLOG… Saturdays are just gonna be iffy at the 7-11…After all guys, I promised my wife that I’d buy her the other half to the singlewide before I retired so I’m off to earn it and make her dreams come true…Go Vols

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 11:38 PM | Link to this

But no A-ville I wasnt addressing that to you specifically, just in general.

By A-ville Ranger

August 24, 2007 11:45 PM | Link to this

AltamahaDawg Lumpkin was more effective than Brown,did you watch those games ? TB was averaging something over 2 yards a carry.I’m not complaining, but if this was just one post after another of GO DAWGS I wouldn’t bother with it.

By AltamahaDawg

August 24, 2007 11:45 PM | Link to this

The real USC. You got the chickens all excited in here for nothing.

By AltamahaDawg

August 25, 2007 12:28 AM | Link to this

Actually 4.1 (Lumpkin 4.9), (Kenny Irons 4.5 for reference) Brown also played in the early season before going down. Yes I watched them. Cant exactly compare how the entire team played early with how they played late. Lumpkin wouldnt/didn’t have done any better early last year. TB would have had much better numbers later on too. And Lumpkin was at least partially responsible for 2 losses and at least 28 points the other way last season.

Besides, Stafford had some horible games last year and he is starting, MoMass is starting despite last year. Last year is last year. . Unless we know what the plan is for RB THIS YEAR, we can’t even begin to say who is best for that, at least for the first play of the first game. I’ll stick to my theory though as to why TB gets the nod early. I understand what you want, (very similar as myself, truth be told), not the point though. We dont know what they need.

By Hunk Erdown

August 25, 2007 12:30 AM | Link to this

I hope and believe that Moreno will be all that he has been advertised and maybe more. If he is, I would like to see UGA run him as a “featured” running back, which is something we haven’t done for quite some time. We have had a “running back by committee” thing going on for several years now. I don’t see the announcement that Brown will start as in any way meaning that he will get the majority of the carries. I am somewhat of the same opinion as Altahama in that I believe Brown is starting for reasons beyond which back is capable of gaining the most yards, not that Brown is not capable of gaining just as many yards as the other backs. His main problem, imho, last year was that he was hitting the hole too fast, before his blocking could develop, and that in fact has been addressed and Brown has even said that he feels that was the case. Fix that and tweak the play calling a little bit and I think Brown could have a great year.

Whatever the reason, I know that Richt, Bobo, and Garner are very capable of making the right decision and they are definately in the best position compared with the bloggers in here to make that call. Just don’t place so much emphasis on who is starting before you see who gets the most carries. With the relative inexperience on the offense, it may be a brilliant move to bring one more guy in the game to get things started who brings stability and a history of hanging on to the ball, good blocking skills, and can catch the ball… among all the other positives that starting him brings in to the picture. Also, If the first several plays don’t go as well as we hope, he is a senior leader that the other guys can rely on to bring some calm and control into the huddle. After we get our groove on then we can bring in the young studs.

By Upstate SC

August 25, 2007 1:35 AM | Link to this

I’ve never blogged before, but after reading these the past 2 yrs. I decided to start. Went to picture day and had my 9 yr old son get high fives from Brown and Stafford. Stafford is his new hero and was so perplexed when he went to get his autograph he could not even speak. I was at the Vanderbilt game in 06 and cheered all the way to the end and even had my yankee wife screaming for the Dawgs. I saw my 1st Dawg game in 1982 when our jr high coach took the team to a game against Temple and witnessed Herchel run over everyone but the coaches. Every year we all hope for a perfect season, but knowing that is not always possible we still swell up with pride when we hear Glory Glory and the North & South side of Sanford screaming Georgia Bulldogs. The veterans as emotional as I shed a tear as the national anthem is played. Oh yes the start of a new season or a new game it does not matter. It is great to be an American, a child of the South, and a longtime fan of the Georgia Bulldawgs(and yes my northern brother, that is how we spell our team’s name). God Bless our Dawgs and let’s get the season started. GOOOO DAWGS!!!!!

By Big Dawg

August 25, 2007 7:56 AM | Link to this

A little in sight fellow Dawgs, Altamaha, Hunker you both made some very good points in pointing out as fans we haven’t been at every practice since spring camp and now fall preparations. So we aren’t privy to everything that has happened as the coaches specifically Coach Bobo and Ball who have been with these RB’s the entire time. AS for TB starting that seems to be a done deal and as such I will be in front of my TV next Saturday night rooting for my beloved Dawgs and when he touches the football I hope he proves me wrong and takes it to the house so to speak. Besides as Upstae SC so eloquently put’s it God Bless our Dawgs and lets get the season started.

Go Dawgs

By Exley Dawg

August 25, 2007 8:05 AM | Link to this

I just ordered my bushell of oysters boys! ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!!!!

By CapeCod Dawg

August 25, 2007 8:06 AM | Link to this

How I became a Dawg Fan. In 1996 my best friend came to atlanta where I was living and suprised me with UGA vs Tenn. tickets. Having only been to Patriot and B.C. Eagles games I was completely unaware of the complete dedication and support for the Dawgs. I was floored by what I saw. Later we snuck down to the field and watched the whole 2nd half right alongside the hedges..we had to scream to speak to each other and we we’re side by side. At that moment I became a Dawg fan forever. Even though Peyton Manning won the game for Tenn. I was in awe of the whole experience and have told everyone who’d listen about how great the UGA fans are.Now I’m one of them too!! I remains to this day one of the best experiences I’ve ever had…next to the birth of my children and the 1st time I did the thing that produced my children…lol I strike up conversations with anyone wearing the red and black as well as argued with anyone who has not shown the proper respect they are due…it’s all in fun of course. People up here cannot fathom it. When I liken it to Red Sox nation then everyone say’s “Oh…I get it now. What you don’t like BC?” to which my reply is “Sure just like I love the Pawtucket Red Sox(triple A affiliate)!!! I am a fan of the SEC as well, I pull for them in every game and like most teams..including Florida and Tennessee,LSU-they’re good period. I actually pull for the Yankees as long as it it doesn’t involve the Sox or the division record,why? because they’re winners and have a great history…as does the football teams mentioned above GO DAWGS

By shane

August 25, 2007 8:27 AM | Link to this

as for who starts a tb,i don’t care. that’s the coaches decision. all three will play so we should be able to keep fresh legs in the game despite the heat,leg cramps,etc. man is usc greedy,they already get the best wrs in two or three states out west and yet they are raiding our back yard. i hope these two kids aren’t looking for a lot of playing time. back to the rbs,i am concerned about the o line,if these guys can’t open some holes,it doesn’t matter if we have mr walker himself back there,we ain’t going antwhere. hey general,keep a pot of fresh coffee going at the 7-11 will ya. i’ll stop buy and say hello when i am in hillbilly country.

By yellowblood

August 25, 2007 10:23 AM | Link to this

Wow, you dope-smokers found some strong stuff this year. So the poll of “knowledgeable” fans picks UGA to win all games, win the conf champ of course, and clobber SouCal in the BCS. Another national championship for UGA. So many of them it really gets boring. I always say its great to be a Dawg during the 30 days before the season starts. Those OSU kids practicing 1n 115 degree heat are sure to be a pushover. I think Stafford will probably ride the pine in that one.

By AltamahaDawg

August 25, 2007 10:54 AM | Link to this

Big Dawg, I have no doubt that if Peewee Herman was the staring back, you’d be pulling for him. FWIW, I never claim to have any inside info, but I do have a client who was a former asist.coach and still visits, and I am a client of somebody who knows a few of the current assist.coaches. Everything I have heard is that Moreno was the real deal, and we would be seeing that soon enough. I think the quote when Ware left was, we would see why very soon.

I dont even think its a matter of proving you or anyone else wrong, and certainly not me right. Heck I’m just going with the heavy odds. I think you are right already. I think HunkErdown is right. Seems like its just a subtle diffence of opinion as to what qualifies as “effective”. Brown steadies the ship, Moreno grabs the headlines. Beer me.

By ChattDawg

August 25, 2007 11:38 AM | Link to this

The need for an indoor practice facility comes up again. It’s abusive on the kids to have to practice in record heat. This problem is serious. Is it going to take the death of a player before Bulldawg alumni are going to get off their wallets and fix the problem? I’ll gladly contribute to put this problem to rest. Somebody just needs to start the fundraising process outside of athletic department fundraising. We know it isn’t a top priority for them. Rain is one thing but excessive heat is a serious problem. I probably wouldn’t want my son practicing in the kind of heat we’ve had this week. Come on Dawg Nation?!?!?!?!?

By Buck in the NW

August 25, 2007 12:20 PM | Link to this

CMR didn’t pull any punches when he talked about the indoor facility. His statements were the strongest I’ve ever heard him make. IMO, he’s more than just a little mad about several things and I’m loving it. He’s taking more of a vocal leadership role and things are changing. from the flopped attempt to move Miller to MLB to putting receivers on the bench because they didn’t catch the ball(novel idea for Athens) to spending a lot of time with the special teams, CMR is acting like a true H.C. and I love it. now, I’m looking for to the season to see how he reacts then. It’s been an interesting ride so far.

By War Eagle

August 25, 2007 1:02 PM | Link to this

AJ Green is playing on ESPN, 2ND Qt.

By Buck in the NW

August 25, 2007 1:04 PM | Link to this

SUPRISE SUPRISE! GUESS WHO’LL BE ABLT TO PLAY IN HIS TEAMS 1ST GAME? COKER HAS HAD HIS SUSPINION LIFTED AT TENN.

By Cuz

August 25, 2007 1:27 PM | Link to this

ChattDawg, I would like the indoor facility for the rainout days. But IMHO, the team needs to work out in the heat to get ready for the first game. Inside that unfinished bowl it is about 105 every opening game. The natural breezes that used to waft through the openings prior to 81 just aint there any more. The first couple of games are brutal on the players and fans. Without the acclimation to the weather, we would have major problems with players falling out on game day.

Cape Cod and Upstate, your description of how you became Dawg fans brought tears to these weak old eyes. Well written. Have you ever thought of joining the FOC?

By A-ville Ranger

August 25, 2007 1:28 PM | Link to this

Buck you must have missed CMR pretty much taking over the WRs in a pratice last year.He stood over them and pushed them hard.This is why I’m in a wait and see mode regarding the receivers.None of this is new……..well the indoor facility thing may be…..AJ Green is down with a hamstring.

By Jimmy

August 25, 2007 1:37 PM | Link to this

It’s sad that UGA doesn’t have an indoor practice facility. My alma matter, the University of Houston, had about 50 million donated to the athletic program by computer programmer John Moores(he also gave 50M to the music dept. for a new building for them). They build a massive athletic complex back in 96-complete w/ offices for all coaches, meeting rooms, etc etc—academic and lounge area’s for all of the students. A state of the art weight room, and a 100 yd astro turf football field that rolls out. They roll it back and the floor becomes a track for the track team. There were also practice basketball and volleyball courts. My point is that’s happening at the University of Houston—although i’m proud to be a Cougar..let’s be honest-they have nothing near the tradition that a school like UGA does. It’s just sad that nobody can step up and give the athletic dept. what it needs to compete. It’s not for a lack of a fan base, that’s for sure.

By Buck in the NW

August 25, 2007 1:50 PM | Link to this

A-ville Ranger, no I didn’t miss his work with the WRs last year and I’m absolutely in the “Wait and See” mode about the receivers and that’s why I think he may wait until after the SC game before he starts putting shirts on the freshmen receivers. He is sticking his nose under every tent like I said and that’s different because he has the time now that he didn’t have in the past. A-ville, I’m looking at the overall picture with CMR as a true H.C. How good is he as a “Game Day Coach” is another thing I’m looking forward to see. We are all going to see a new Coach and the end product will, IMO, be interesting to see. I’m one of those who thinks that T. Brown shouldn’t have been named the starter but he was so I hope he does an outstanding job. ‘07 has more story lines than any season since CMR has been in Athens…..Go Dawgs !

By Upstate SC

August 25, 2007 4:05 PM | Link to this

Cuz, to be honest I really haven’t given it much thought about joining the FOC, but would be honored. Due to work and family committments I am only able to attend about 1 game a year. The rest I have to catch on the tube. Most of my co workers up here are Clemson and C** fans so it is nice to have this forum to talk about our beloved Dawgs. BTW I have this nagging feeling that the defense is gonna crack some helmets this year. This group seems stoked. My brother and his family are coming up from Atl next Sat. to watch the game and I,m already getting the grocery and ABC list together. Stand proud Dawg fans its almost here!!

By Buck in the NW

August 25, 2007 6:02 PM | Link to this

SUBJECT CHANGE………CONGRATULATIONS TO WARNER ROBBINS….U.S.A. LLWS CHAMPION……WILL PLAY FOR THE WORLD TITLE TOMORROW AGAINST JAPAN. COLUMBUS WON THE WORLD TITLE LAST YEAR…..WARNER ROBBINGS WILL TRY TO MAKE IT TWO IN A ROW FOR GEORGIA ON ABC AT 12:30 EST…..BACK TO SUBJECT

By Lowcountry Bulldawgs

August 25, 2007 10:11 PM | Link to this

Hey guys,

Thank you Carter for the article about AJ. Well, that wasn’t the performance I know they where looking for. It has been very few times that I have seen a team that had absolutley no business on the field playing each other like this matchup of teams. The overall team speed Booker T. Washington had did not allow McCollum time to even sniff downfield much less complete anything over 15xyds to a receiver. Do not be discouraged by this performance Dawg fans by AJ this was simply a team in Summerville that did not have the horses up front to compete. Again Carter good story and GOOO DAWGS!

By ConyersDawg

August 25, 2007 10:57 PM | Link to this

Buck, your crazy if you think Troupe or Hill are playing! Aaron White was running with the scout team. The more we red shirt the better it is.

Regarding the indoor facility, the problem will be we are like 90 million in the hole with debt, we just finished the new practise facility and CMR doesn’t just want a 3 million dollar shell. The practise facility will of course be top of the line with offices and apparently CMR wants a museum in it.

Chip, correct me if I’m wrong but when CMR got here we had the money to build the indoor facility and CMR chose to upgrade the dorms and locker rooms. And the word was at the Atlanta Bulldawg Club meeting that Damon Evans said there would be an announcement coming regarding the football facilities and he looked over at CMR when he said it.

By shane

August 26, 2007 12:27 AM | Link to this

uga needs an indoor practice facility no doubt,i am sure cmr is tired of working around the weather in august and it would help with recruiting no doubt. we have lost several highly ranked players this year that liked uga but went on to other schools. a brand new indoor practice field would have changed some minds i am sure. however,since we are in the black and owe money for other improvements we should service the debt first. i am all in favor of a fund drive to raise money for such a project and would help any way i could. with the many fans and boosters uga has i think such a fund drive would work.

By shane

August 26, 2007 12:40 AM | Link to this

re my last post,i would like the indoor facility to be a state of the art, multi use arena,and it should be named in honor of coach dooley.

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 5:57 AM | Link to this

Conyers, I’m crazy! Coach said that they had the two games before they had to make the decision as to who should “Shirt”. I know that White was running with the scout team but coach said that he’s doing good so far. Now if the top 7 don’t prove that they can catch in the 1st two games, Eason will have the option still open to him as to who should “Shirt”. Hall’s hurt so he’ll RS, Figgins is coming back his injury so he’s not etched to “Shirt”. So far it appears to me that Eason is doing a good job in sitting people because they’ve dropped balls and is not “Shirting” everyone because he’s using those 1st two games to grade and then shirt. I just hope that we put the people on the field that can catch and I don’t care what class they are in. Already, ‘07 is proving that the more we RS isn’t always the best way to go. IMO

By CapeCod Dawg

August 26, 2007 9:08 AM | Link to this

To the people who are down on T.Brown being the starter apparently you’ve missed some earlier statements. He’s a HARD worker,positive attitude,smart ball player,the best in pass pro. in the backfield. He just had an injury that took him out last year. He’s a senior and based on what the Dawgs have in mind strategywise he must be the best fit. He desreves the chance to win the job outright in season,if he doesn’t we still have Lump and Knowshon. I dont see the problem here.

As for the lack of indoor facilities, I’m shocked that they dont have at least plans for one. The weather in Goergia,especially in August,is 17 degree’s hotter then the Devil himself prefers. This is NUTS. I read that UGA is one of the top 2-3 colleges in profits. We need to have that indoor facility….good facilities often time can be the swing vote in landing a commit from one of these kids…we need to.. Git’ER DONE p.s. Thanks Cuz-what the FOC?

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 9:46 AM | Link to this

CapeCodDawg, even though I’m one of those who thinks he shouldn’t start, that’s just a personal opinion and I agree with everything you have to say about him. I don’t think I’ve ever had the dedication in my life that’s he’s shown to re-habing his knee and getting ready to play. You’re right that the coaches think he fits their strategy and all 3 TBs will play. IMO, once the decision has been made then it time to get behind the team and support them. I’m much more worried about our receivers than I am about the TB.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 10:03 AM | Link to this

Cape Cod, the FOC is the Noble and Sacred Order of the FANS OF CHAN. This organization was started by Dawg fans godawg, reality check, spanky, shock-em and myself(if I am leaving anyone out, it is not my intent. Wikeapedia is sketchy on the FANS OF CHAN) when Georgia Tech fans were ready to run CHAN out of town on a rail. We kinda like the guy, especially his record against us, 0-5 so far. So we created an organization dedicated to the proposition that CHAN be made Coach for Life at the North Avenue Trade School. We now boast a membership larger than most Tech booster clubs. We get together for chapter meetings about 30 minutes to an hour before the Dawg walk. The UGA band and the cheerleaders even show up to support us. Well that’s my story and I am sticking to it. It is just alot of fun belonging to this group and really we have the AJC to thank for the forum to get this group started. So even if you are unable to attend games, Buck will attend his first game in years at the game formerly known as The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party, you are still invited to join our noble order. I hope this was a help in explaining the mysteries and the founding of the Noble and Sacred Order of the FANS OF CHAN.

Upstate your invititation is extended also.

By I-DOG

August 26, 2007 10:32 AM | Link to this

Yellowblood:

Which bloggers have predicted a national title for the Dawgs? Almost everyone on here is saying 10-2 or 9-3, some a little better some a little worse.

Every Dawg fan HOPES we win the SEC and national title, but I don’t see anyone predicting a nat. title

Jeff Schultz broke down each game with predictios that resulted in 11-1 and most Dawg fans said that they hoped that happened but it wasn’t realistic.

UGA will finishe in the top 25 (each of the last six years they have, unlike tech). Probably finish in the top 10 (four of the last six years they have unlike tech) and beat tech for the 7th year in a row.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 10:44 AM | Link to this

But I-DOC, CHAN has only lost to the Dawgs five years in a row. See Tech fans, it is not as bleak as you think.

By yellowblood

August 26, 2007 10:50 AM | Link to this

CUZ: How can we spot your CHAN group at Grant Field this year ? What will you be wearing ? Or are you bringing a poster ? We have a special greeting in mind for you. There will also be a special tickle pile scheduled for you guys also. Please ask ALT Dawg and NASCAR FAN to wear a very visible sign also.

By AltamahaDawg

August 26, 2007 10:57 AM | Link to this

I thought I understood, partly by comments just a few months ago jointly from Evans and Richt, that there were plans already in the makings for that facilities and had just toured a few around the country. They both said “we dont just want to put up just anything, take the time, get it right” (Maybe the case would be stronger if 2 of our top rivals without indoor facilities didn’t consistantly beat us.) I’m sure its on the board, but profitable or not, that budget can’t be an bottomless well, and they have spent plenty of money lately, so its not a matter of unwilling to build stuff. I’d say he was just making sure that the placeholder was there.

By AltamahaDawg

August 26, 2007 11:01 AM | Link to this

yellowblood, do you even attend tech games or are you just too fascinated with the Dawgs to even keep up with tech’s schedule?

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 11:38 AM | Link to this

It’s nice that CMR clarified his statements about who’ll play the QB position and when. He did give Stafford the support he must have from the H.C. and CMR will play Joe Cox when he can. There is no promise that Cox will play every game like he said last week. Stafford is the leader.

By SamoanDawg

August 26, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

O-line, gosh, they’ve got to make it happened. Haverkamp needs to lay off the ankle ‘till at least 2 or 3 days to kickoff. We need him bad.

I’m disappointed about Vance progress. Is he really that soft? I don’t know why most big guys that I’ve met are softies. Maybe he has been a momma’s baby just a tad bit too long. A kid in a man’s body. He needs to get that kid out and man up.

I’m confident coach Searels will mold these guys to play physical. I’m concerned about the youngsters behind the first five.

By shane

August 26, 2007 12:31 PM | Link to this

samoan,i had a high school coach tell me that some of these big guys are big because they are just plain lazy,and if they were in shape they would weigh 250 instead of 300. i think % of body fat would be a better rule of thumb than mere weight. a 300 pounder that has lived in the weight room is another critter altogether. vance could just be out of shape. like the great lombardi said,fatigue makes cowards of us all.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 12:57 PM | Link to this

yellowblood, Our CHAN group will probably outnumber the Tech fans at Grant Field. We will be wearing Red and Black as usual. Maybe a Red FOC hat or an FOC polo shirt. I know you are greatful for the FANS OF CHAN saving your brillant Coach’s rear and getting that contract extension for him. But really, we did it out of support for one of the greatest college football minds ever. What a shame if he was not the Head Coach of the mighty Bumblebees. You don’t need to do something special for us. Our reward is CHAN’S contract extension.

Proud to be a member of the Noble and Sacred Order of the FANS OF CHAN!

By Snapshot

August 26, 2007 1:33 PM | Link to this

Mutts foiled again by the mighty GATORS. MR. Mark will go to FSU and coach in the next few years. All mutt fans will continue to eat kibbles and bits, bark, and complain because the Gators have a Georgia tag with their logo on it. Don’t ya just love it.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 1:54 PM | Link to this

No I personally don’t love the gator tag. Guess my Opossum tag application will be next. Snapshot, I got news for you. Coach Richt aint going anywhere but “tween the hedges”. Kibbles and bits are pretty good with a Bud Light.

By yankeedawg

August 26, 2007 2:32 PM | Link to this

Snapshot you need to worry about how long Urban is going to be at Florida. He will jump to the first NFL team the offers!!

By MadMerf

August 26, 2007 2:33 PM | Link to this

Cuz,

Kibbles and Bits aren’t bad with a Crown and 7 either. But the resulting gas is nearly unbearable!

I can’t help but wonder what position we’d be in if we hadn’t landed that monstrous OL class last year. Most recruiting services had our (OL) guys at or near the top nationally. If we can bring in 4 or 5 elite linemen every year on EACH side of the ball then we should be in for a great run in the near future. OSU will be a daunting task, no doubt, but if we can get past Spurrier’s blitzaholic defense we may be well on our way. GO DAWGS!!!!

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 4:23 PM | Link to this

MadMerf, win the 1st two and we’re on our way to the SEC Title.

By Pitbull

August 26, 2007 4:25 PM | Link to this

I remember Dooley handpicking the biggest guys on the team and declaring them offensive linemen. Do we have anyone on the D side of the ball that we can move over to the O line rather than redshirt or not play on the D due to depth?

By A-ville Ranger

August 26, 2007 4:57 PM | Link to this

MadMerf Four or five elite linemen would be just dandy.Two or three elite with a couple more good recruits on each side is more realistic.We already do that on the D- side.Having the recruiting coordinator coaching the D-line helps his motivation I’m guessing.Coach Searels as well as being an excellent coach is a good recruiter.Most of the best players still considering us for 08 are linemen so it’s looking good so far.

By MadMerf

August 26, 2007 6:53 PM | Link to this

CONGRATS TO WARNER ROBINS LITTLE LEAGUERS!! GO GEORGIA!!! GO USA!!!!

By Upstate SC

August 26, 2007 7:37 PM | Link to this

Cuz, thank you, I accept your offer to be a bonified member of the sacred order of the FOC. It is an honor and a privelige.

Hey, everyone take a breather and relax. I am sure Bobo has a plan to deal with blitzing defenses, i.e. Carolina. We will probably see a lot more misdirections and playaction to keep the defences honest. The only concern with that is when the big O linemen have to go lateral to stunt the risk for knee injuries goes up. It is going to be a fun season we will just have to wait and see. GOOOO DAWGS!!!!!

By Big Dawg

August 26, 2007 9:02 PM | Link to this

Samoan,

IMO Vance will be an All American and will be playing on Sundays by the time he leaves GA after next year’s season. When he hurt his knee back in the spring and him being a very big man he had to take it easy and did gain some weight. He didn’t work out over the summer as hard as he should have so consequently he reported back out of playing shape and so he fell behind, don’t worry because he will catch up as will Josh Davis and then look for this OL to really start dominating our opponents.

Also IMO the current group of starters will be fine and all of you will be pleased and pleasantly surprised by how well our offense will do this Saturday against OSU.

NOW it is time to Congratulate the LL World Champions for 2007 from Warner Robbins, GA. Two years in a row, quite a feat for the State of Georgia.

Go Dawgs

By reality check

August 26, 2007 9:14 PM | Link to this

Yellowblood, you say Georgia fans are predicting National Championships?

I hadn’t noticed that on this blog. We are all hopeful but realistic. Georgia could have a very good team this year but I don’t think anybody has predicted that. Why would you say something that is demonstrably nat true? That certainly doesn’t command respect.

You’ve been hanging out here on this blog for a while now, mostly in negative mode. We have fans of other schools on here who are well received and welcome, but they are realists and not really into negative stuff. When a Tech fan runs down Georgia or any other team that has been beating them regularly they really are running down the Tech program. After all, if you lost to a team that is so horrible, what does that make Tech?

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 9:18 PM | Link to this

It was a great LL Baseball game. Exciting finish……I know this is a FB blog so back to subject…….Big Dawg, I still think the O/U will be 55 or there abouts. Does anyone know somebody in Vegas that could help get the number? Someone may not know that the O/U stand for the points scored combined. In other words I set 55 as the number then you decide is more or less points will be scored. This is just a fun thing I do. No money involved. Go to Vegas for that.

By ConyersDawg

August 26, 2007 9:19 PM | Link to this

Buck, no harm you are my friend. BUT our 1st 2 games are against okie and sc. You don’t just take the scout guys and against 2 tough teams decide because one of the seasoned receivers dropped a ball to bring in a scout guy to catch. I am assuming you are talking about Troupe, Hill and White. Figgins can catch but he will play this year because he is the best blocking TE on the team Right Now, that’s why Figgins will play and I said that when he was recruited.

I can’t wait to see Moreno like many of you, but be advised guys, you have to pass protect to see the field and not just run the ball well. Brown and Lump are Seniors who know what to do.

Correct me if I’m wrong Chip but word out of scrimmage was Moreno got 1 carry and it was a fumble.

Moreno will start on the KO return team and scare every team we play this year. Brown will be a different back this year and Lumpkin will again lead this team in rushing.

A-ville, Ga. has never had as good as quality o-line men then we do now. Couple that with the o-line class we bring in this year and the Ga. line will be awesome for years to come.

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 11:15 PM | Link to this

ConyersDawg, I didn’t say we would or should. The 7 man group that Eason wants to use doesn’t include any of those you named and I haven’t said they did. What Eason did say was that he didn’t have to do anything about putting a shirt on anybody until after the 2nd game. So he’s got his top 7 but he’s grading them on their performance. Hill being hurt will shirt for sure but a couple he’s holding off on for the time being. I read his 7 on Scout or Rivals and I’m going by what he said.

By Buck in the NW

August 26, 2007 11:21 PM | Link to this

At the “Z” spot: Sean Bailey and Kenny Harris. At the “Y” inside receiver slot: Mohamed Massaquoi and Kris Durham. And at the flanker position: Mikey Henderson, Tommy Wilson, and Michael CONYERSDAWG, CUT AND PASTE FROM DAWGPOST.COM. MOORE IS THE LAST ONE. THESE ARE THE 7 HE NAMED.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 11:27 PM | Link to this

I quit worrying about the O-line when Coach Searles stayed as tight lipped as Clint Eastwood in an old Western. He did not come here to sit on his hands. He came here to make a difference and watch out for the quiet man. Let the pokes and USC get overconfident. Plays right in to our hands.

Samoan, I think I left you out as one of the founders of the FOC. My apologies brah.

Yellowblood, join us. Join the Noble and Sacred Order of the FANS OF CHAN. I am currently negotiating movie rights withe Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks. A real down in the trenches movie. Tom Hanks dyes his hair and plays Coach Richt. We could not initially find a man who could realisticly play the part of Coach CHAN. But we think we have a definite lock on Pee Wee Herman to play Coach CHAN. Hey with the money I am going to make on this project, I am going to buy rights to the front of the Blind Pig’s parking lot for FOC chapter meetings every home game. Oh and an RV for the chapter house. Life was bland, and then there was CHAN.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 11:30 PM | Link to this

Calm down Buck. Eight days to go and I need your help in JAX. With you as the good luck charm, I like our odds.

By Cuz

August 26, 2007 11:33 PM | Link to this

CHAN, CHAN He’s the man, if he can’t do it well I’ll be dammed.

By shane

August 27, 2007 2:18 AM | Link to this

what do ya’ll think of aj after saturdays game? i was most impressed with his hands,he seemed to always catch the ball with those big mitts. i don’t recall seeing him catch the ball against his body once. i was also impressed with his speed and the fluid way he ran. he did not run like a guy that’s 6-4. the down side,as i see it,is his build. he looked thinner,if that’s possible,than durahm did last year. i think the kid needs some serious time in the weight room and at the training table before he gets major playing time against those sec defenses. i don’t see him being red-shirted,but i think he will be coming in off the bench untill he gains weight. what do you fellows think about this?

By shane

August 27, 2007 3:12 AM | Link to this

btw-a tip of the hat and a well done to the warner robbins kids. first columbus,now warner robbins. i am proud to be a georgian!

By georgiagirl49

August 27, 2007 5:21 PM | Link to this

yellobblood YOU need to stay off our website and try to at least fill your stadium 10 tousand people. What great fan support you Have? ha ha