Comments on: 8 Big Questions for the 2013 Season https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/ A Notre Dame Football Blog Tue, 17 Sep 2013 14:30:47 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.3 By: NavyND https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254903 Sun, 18 Aug 2013 01:05:10 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254903 In reply to trey.

I get that it is looking at the glass half full mentality. I am trying also. But was 2010 TR really that great. I am not trying to sound overly down on the guy. I am pulling for him as much as anyone. But who didn’t get that disturbing feeling when TR came in a game in 2012. Honestly I am hoping that 2013 TR is not like 2010 TR, but something we haven’t seen yet (preferably a GOOD something).

]]> By: trey https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254902 Sun, 18 Aug 2013 00:25:45 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254902 I am the anti-Grantland-X of this site(I dont really like TRees at all as a QB) but I think where people are speaking highly of him, it’s not inspired confidence as much as it is positivity. From the reports of people who hve seen him in the offseason, he seems to have eliminated a lot of his problem areas(movement, pre-snap reads, locking onto rec). So while I dont expect him to ever be close to EG, I think he’ll trend closer to 2010 TRees over 2011 TRees.

]]> By: NavyND https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254901 Sat, 17 Aug 2013 23:46:05 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254901 Big fan of HLS and loyal reader for years.
1. Has TR really inspired confidence? I don’t see why everyone is so optimistic this year other than the fact there really is no other choice. With EG around no one would be talking about the great strides TR has made. I guess it reminds me of when I was a kid. I wanted to believe in Santa (TR being good this year) , but I really knew there wasn’t one (TR has shown us ample times who he really is). However if there were presents under the tree I was happy anyway (who cares if ND wins).

2. Punts. I have given up returns. It seems the last good returns in the punt game came from zibby.

3. Leadership. I think Z. Martin has been overlooked. He is a lock IMO to be a captain. However not sure if he is the type to rally the troops on the sidelines. Hoping Nix can be the guy on D.

4. Running backs. I, like everyone else, is excited to see how these six compete on the field. I am hoping that with six quality guys the law of averages says at least one will shine. My concern is if the WRs and QB can’t get the passing game going everyone will load the box. With an unproven right side of the line I think there is cause for concern.

5. U$C. F*ck SC. The only good thing that happened there is they hired kiffen. at least he will surely run the program into the ground.

6. BCS. It definitely would be nice to get one W. I put up (along with all other ND fans) with a lot crap from people just wanting to rip ND because they are ND. This would go far in quieting that crowd.

Although this may read as a down synopsis I think that 10-2 is not wishful thinking and I am willing myself to still believe in Santa.

]]> By: NDtex https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254872 Wed, 14 Aug 2013 15:17:10 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254872 In reply to G. P. Books.

Rees a star, ND blowing out USC, AND winning a BCS bowl?

Sir, please send me the Koolaid you are drinking. I think it will help my health and let me sleep better at night!

]]> By: G. P. Books https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254871 Wed, 14 Aug 2013 15:12:23 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254871 Rees will emerge as leader and a ‘star’, not merely manage the game.

Punt return is work in progress, but will make some strides.
Given last two years, it can hardly be otherwise.

Farley will be leader with Nix.

Look for the two freshmen defensive players to have the greatest impact, but if Carlisle is hurt it could be Bryant. Freshman off lineman have too huge a learning curve.

Tough prediction, not having seen enough of them in game action, but speed kills. Fans sometimes overlook a back’s ability to block/pick up blitz. At this stage GAIII has the advantage, but the others will all get a chance to shine and these coaches are good evaluators of talent.

Yes. The score will be ND 51 USC 3.

Yes again.

Going to as great season.

]]> By: NDtex https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254870 Wed, 14 Aug 2013 14:09:04 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254870 In reply to Brian McKeown (@BrianJMcKeown).

He’s definitely getting reps in the practice videos that come out from FIDM. It seems like Kelly values finding Cam a spot.

It’s definitely going to be interesting. I don’t know if I’ve ever looked at _any_ football team and said “There are five guys that I wouldn’t mind taking the ball.”

]]> By: trey https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254869 Wed, 14 Aug 2013 14:05:21 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254869 1. I dont feel that it’s ONLY 2011 that causes me to distrust TRees. He didnt really look that good to me, even though he eventually DID win the games in 2012. But he still was absolutely predictable all season. I was blown away in Oklahoma when I saw him come in but Eifert still got single coverage on him. You KNEW thats where he was throwing. I pray the reports are accurate coming out of fall camp that he looks very impressive, mobile, and strong this year. If not…
2. I think our best bet for PR yards this year is to take advantage of the sophomore year of the “modified halo rule” and just get 15-yds for the kicking team interfering.
3. Prince Shembo
4. Jaylon Smith. I couldnt believe the player I saw at the AA game last year. Kid has a motor on him that puts Kyle Busch to shame
5. T.J. Jones. Guy is MY favorite ND player
6. Ive said it before, but Run CMC
7. Kiffykins is USuCk’s iteration of Boob Davie
8. No. Ive got us at 9-3 so..Champs Sports here we come!

]]> By: Brian McKeown (@BrianJMcKeown) https://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/2013/08/14/notre-dame-2013-8-questions/#comment-254868 Wed, 14 Aug 2013 12:39:15 +0000 http://www.herloyalsons.com/blog/?p=21278#comment-254868 I’m most intrigued by the running game. My belief is that this facet of the game is going to dictate the team’s overall success. I think Cam can have a breakout season if used correctly. He doesn’t have the speed or natural-born athleticism of some of the other backs but he certainly knows how to run. Using him on third downs might be just what the doctor ordered.

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