Morning Quack Fix: Moving on...
by ntrebon on Sep 8, 2009 6:55 AM PDT
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Well, there's not a lot of variety in the quack this morning. Here's what I could find -- enjoy.
- Gary Horowitz of the Statesman Journal wonders how the Ducks will replace Blount's power running style. The RB depth for Oregon now consists of Andre Crenshaw, LaMichael James and Kenjon Barner. Remene Alston was absent from practice yesterday as he continues to work on academic issues.
- Ted Miller notes that it's not just the RB depth that Oregon should be concerned with. Miller calls Ward "questionable -- at best" to play against Purdue while the "official" word out of Oregon is that there is optimism he might be available.
- Ken Goe has a blog post saying that the Oregon defense did their job on Thursday night in Boise. And, he's right. While people may argue that Boise State was running the ball more in the second half, doesn't it ultimately come down to the fact that Oregon still had chances to come back in the second half if only the offense had been able to make plays?
- Jason Vondersmith of the Portland Tribune writes about how the Ducks moving on towards this weekend's matchup with Purdue. And, in the notes section at the end of the article Kelly mentions that Nate Costa might see some playing time on Saturday. Mike Tokito has a quick rundown on the Boilermakers.
- John Hunt blogs about Kelly setting up a phone call for Blount with Kermit Washington. Washington, of course, is a former NBA player who is remebered infamously for punching Rudy Tomjanovich in 1977 during an on-court brawl. Given his history, I am sure he had a lot of insight and advice for LeGarrette. And, just in case you're not completely done reading about the Blount situation, Moseley has a collection of links. If you'd rather skip the Blount links, then jump to the bottom of the post, where there are links to Oregon's next four opponents.
- Finally, don't forget to make your weekly jersey contest picks.
After the jump is an interview with Chip Kelly looking at the week ahead.
Go Ducks!
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I'm surprised....
Miller has us 5th in his Power Poll. Differs from mine (should be posted at CougCenter sometime) in which I place the Ducks 9th.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Wow! You think we’re all the way in 9th? Hmmm…I think that’s a bit harsh. I wouldn’t say that we’re up as high as 5 either, but maybe 7th? I just feel that the first game was not a true measure of this team. Our offense was bad (okay, horrendous), but we were in that game all the way into the 4th quarter, playing against a very good Bronco team. Overall, I think the team had first game jitters playing up on the smurf turf, new head coach, high expectations. I think we still have a ton of weapons, and our offense should be back on track on Saturday night.
But how about U-Dub? Those guys were scary competitive against LSU. I wouldn’t have them as 9th.
The first game may not be a true measure, but it’s all we have to go on this year.
Saturday can’t get here quick enough.
My reasoning was the same as Nick’s. I think we’ll end up better than 9th, but right now, we have one game to go on.
Our offense was very bad, but again, let’s give props to BSU. They did an excellent job game planning against our most-run plays, and our O-line couldn’t block them consistently.
Also, UW looked very much improved. I think that they’ll come back to earth a bit, especially in the rushing game. But Locker was much better in short range accuracy, and when they had third and less than 10, they were incredibly effective. I don’t see them having consistent explosion plays, but Sark gave them a very good gameplan that helped them move down the field consistently.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Possibly, though part of me wonders how much that had to do with a revamped LSU O-line, and an inability for them to be consistent. LSU ran 48 plays to UW’s 83, due mainly to an inability to put together sustained drives.
At this point, it’s tough to tell if that was simply LSU shooting themselves in the foot, or UW showing that much improvement.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
I believe a combination of both. There were times when I thought LSU’s QB looked terrible. No question the Huskies played more inspired, though that was entirely predictable given all the circumstances. They also played better fundamentally. I agree with the notion of them coming back to earth and I still doubt they win more than four games this year. If I’m a Husky fan, though, I’m encouraged by that game.
Last time I checked, there is no "Hall of Average." - Oregon Football Coach Chip Kelly
Looking forward to Saturday's game...
Good morning, y’all Quack Heads!
I can’t wait for Saturday night’s game. The media has gone to town on Oregon’s program and Blount’s punch may have sent this program on a downward spiral. All of a sudden, this game become very HUGE for us. Ducks win this one, we can really start moving on, and silence the critics. I think we’ll do just fine, playing at home and having a few extra days to practice. I just hope that TJ is not rushed into action too soon.
Ducks control their destiny.
The beauty of Oregon’s schedule is that this team has every opportunity to redeem themselves. A mediocre, but maybe improving Purdue team, then a step up with Utah, then another step up with Cal…all in Eugene. Of course, redemption comes with the prerequisite of playing much better on offense. Still, there’s plenty for this team to play for besides its pride.
Last time I checked, there is no "Hall of Average." - Oregon Football Coach Chip Kelly
Moving on is right
It’s a new week. Time to look forward now and onto the season ahead.
As for T.J. As I said in the injury thread, DON’T rush him back. In my opinion 8-9 games of TJ at 90-95% is better than bringing him back at 70% and risking further injury. I can speak from experience when it comes to severe ankle injuries. It takes more than 9 days to get over them. Even with state of the art Nike-Care.
"It amazes me that you understand (...) the number one play of what their offense is and what they do best, AND you still can't stop it!" - Craig James
I agree about Ward.
Keep him sidelined this week if that’s what it takes to have him 100% for Utah and Cal. The defense should still be functional against Purdue without him and a couple other players will get some valuable game reps.
Speaking of moving on, if you’re interested in getting a full dose of Purdue Preview, BoilerTMill dropped us a fan shot that you might want to check out.
Last time I checked, there is no "Hall of Average." - Oregon Football Coach Chip Kelly
Purdue
So what do we know about these guys? They gave us as much as we could handle last season. But I think new head coach and new QB this season? Does our secondary really need TJ back there for this one?
For those that care...
We were not top choice for This Week In Schadenfreude. So there’s that….
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Huffington Post on "The Politics of the Punch"
Pretty good take by this political columnist…
“Also emerging unpunished is whatever fool runs the big screen at Boise St.‘s stadium. In front of the partisan crowd, Blount’s jab was shown repeatedly, working the crowd into a state of full froth. The running back says that he was punched and hit with a chair by Boise fans, which led him to become enraged and eventually removed from the field by assistant coach Scott Frost and two police officers. Creating a cauldron of violence amidst unpaid “student athletes” is apparently just fine but when the violence spills out of acceptable boundaries, people want Blount’s head on a pike."
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dave-zirin/legarrette-blount-and-the_b_279554.html
Blount was hit, but only after he moved towards the crowd. He shoulda just kept walking.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
If they don’t show the punch on the video screen, no one in the stadium has any idea that it happens.
It's spelled "T-A-K-O-T-U-E-S-D-A-Y-S-!-!-!."
I support inroywetrust in his support of The VD Special in his support of me supporting Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
Also, in this vein, whoever ran the video screen should be at least suspended, cause that was just about the stupidest thing you could ever do….
Also, the fans that engaged Blount should be banned from the stadium for at least a year.
If Duck fans or employees had done the same thing, I would call for nothing less.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Just to clarify, because people love taking things out of context. (Not directed towards you in any way, DavisDuck)
Someone likely made physical contact with Blount (Slap? Fist?).
Someone did grab a chair and lift it – but he was never actually hit by it.
In both primary situations, Blount should have kept walking.
"It’s spelled E-L-F T-U-S-H"
Jim Rome
I normally don’t watch it, but turned it on today and his two guests are completely down on BSU and how they are handling the situation. Its nice to know the heat is off Oregon “I don’t see BSU as a cinderella any more, I see them as a low class school who just wants to win their next game, if Hout was their 2nd or 3rd string he would be suspended, but he’s a starter” That wasn’t even Rome talking
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
I do think that it’s ridiculous how Hout did not even receive a suspension, not even a single game. I thought that Oregon acted very quickly and got the respect of many by doing the right thing (even though many also thought he should’ve been kicked off entirely). Blount is definitely one of our best players and CK did not hesitate to take him off the field going forward. But, I’m puzzled by Petersen’s decision not to take action further than settling it internally. Is it that important for them to have this kid out there just for the sake of winning?
What was Rome’s take on Boise State’s action?
Rome didn't actually state his own opinion oddly enough
He just mediated his two guests, who both thought BSU were wrong in their approach. One guy even stated he thought Hout should be suspended for a whole season, which is a little ridiculous. Could it be that Sports Illustrated is a fan of Oregon? (both guests were writers for SI)
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
You’d actually be quite surprised to read about what others thought about what went down. I read a lot of comments on Yahoo, FOX, etc. message boards with random fans saying that the dude deserved that knuckle sandwich and how Boise State were jerks for failing to suspend the guy who initiated the melee. I still think that LGB was dead wrong for his actions. After that punch he threw, he should’ve ran into the locker room and not listen to the crowd. That probably would’ve kept the suspension to half the season, but oh well… we gotta move on now. But my point is that many people do not believe that LGB should’ve been treated in the manner that he was.
I don’t know if this is a good or a bad thing….
A week ago, he was pretty much an Oregon lock…
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Am I reading this right?
6’6", 205 DE? That’s a Ropert build on a D-lineman…
Addicted To Quack [dot] com; Six-hundred and ninety-four yards of total offense.
I’m pretty sure he’s projected to outside linebacker.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
How come would it be a good thing?
Addicted To Quack [dot] com; Six-hundred and ninety-four yards of total offense.
Yikes. Good thing school's coming back soon.
Addicted To Quack [dot] com; Six-hundred and ninety-four yards of total offense.
speaking of beer...
jut to give you all a Black Butte update, since it’s in my hand. it’s still delicious.
It's spelled "T-A-K-O-T-U-E-S-D-A-Y-S-!-!-!."
I support inroywetrust in his support of The VD Special in his support of me supporting Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
Can I turn this into a "bum wine" post again?
I live to hijack threads in the name of “bling” and high ALC % fruity wines. Live for it.
Only if we can play hot potato with a bag of Franzia at the same time.
It's spelled "T-A-K-O-T-U-E-S-D-A-Y-S-!-!-!."
I support inroywetrust in his support of The VD Special in his support of me supporting Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
agree
Once I fell in love with IPAs everything else is just not a delicious anymore. Waa Waa
Here is to moving on. Go Ducks!
I had the first IPA that I actually enjoyed last week. It was one out of the Alameda brewery. It was pretty awesome.
"It’s spelled E-L-F T-U-S-H"
Have you tried Stone's IPA?
From the makers of Arrogant Bastard Ale…
May we hand you your taints on a silver platter...
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