Well that was a nice way to start the season. Total domination of Texas, a true smackdown. We don't really know how bad Texas may be or how good we may be yet - but pretty nice start way you slice it.
There was so much good in that game to talk about but let me limit it to just a few observations.
#1 - Zaire ran the offense spectacularly. 19/22 in passing for over 300 yards to SEVEN different receivers. Over 200 yards on the ground - NINE different rushers. Malik looked very poised and in control in the pocket and was incredibly accurate with his throws. He also showed intelligence and maturity in running out of bounds instead of taking hits on his scrambles. All very impressive considering the hype. Let's hope he stays healthy. I will give the Colonel credit for his in game observation that this may finally be the complete Kelly offense we have hoped for since he arrived.
#2 - Both lines played well. A whole bunch of tackles for losses or sacks from many different players on defense. Jaylon Smith is simply a beast out there and seems to be everywhere on the field; incredible. Good coverage in the secondary even when they got a few completions. Offensive line simply dominant; Zaire could have had a coffee break back there a few times on pass plays. Our receivers are going to get open if he has that type of time all year. A couple real big holes for running plays.
#3 - We stepped on their neck when we had to do so. There was a moment in the third quarter after Texas finally scored. We had the ball on our 10 to start and the Texas fans had their only moment of hope. Things could have gone awry but our offense took it to the house and the game was essentially over. And we kept our foot on the pedal to put them away again and again.
#4 - Depth matters finally. We have already been hurt by injuries and the loss of Folston is a bummer but here comes Josh Adams out of nowhere to look like a stud. There will be more injuries let's face it - but hopefully the wheels will not come off like they did late last season when the subs come in.
All in all a very fine day. The Texas fans (money talks!) were there in droves but never had a good thing to cheer about. They were quite civil and friendly in my interactions. Bring your money back to town anytime! Still disappointed that so many Domers sell out but what can you do. Thank goodness it was a night game cause the heat/humidity was oppressive. Nice flyover from Navy planes and band half time show was the usually summer dance music opener. Texas sent a pep band, hardly noticed they were there. Crowd was pretty noisy all game.
One down, 13 games to go?
GO IRISH, BEAT Cavaliers!
The Godfather
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