Official 2024 PSU - WVU Game Thread
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Hopefully we get more of that kicking this year. We will need it in the close games.
Fair enough. But. This board is loaded with Joe lovers. That's fine. However, the constant complaining about a coach most any major program in the country would love to have, is suspicious to me. He represents my university and team with the utmost class. His players love him and we are the envy of many. I'm tired and sensitive of the critiques because I feel that they are unjustified and tied to something unsavory.
I'm a Joe and CJF fan. I think both were/are fantastic representatives of PSU both on and off the field. I too loved the hire and continue to think he's the right guy for PSU. Having said that, I have 2 criticisms of his in game decisions. He doesn't value points as he should, especially on the road and against tough opponents. No reason to go for 2 on the 1st TD. Secondly, he goes for it on 4th when he shouldn't too many times in tough games. He doesn't place enough value on field position and leaning on your strong defense.
Just because we have criticisms of CJF, doesn't mean we don't think he's a great coach for PSU. I'm a believer in CJF, I just want to see him make a few better in game decisions.
I agree. And just like our children, whom we love and adore, we can also be critical of them when warranted. I believe there is always room for improvement. I'm sure Coach Franklin is more critical of himself than any of us fans. Which can be healthy and leads to improving ones self. Trust me, I'm a professional musician. I am critiqued all the time. But know one is more critical of my performances than me. And further, I loved JoePa, but I truly believe that I was more critical of Joe than I have ever been with James.
Reed and Winston are so good. They may be the best tandem in the country.
Being critiqued by people qualified to critique is one thing. Being critiqued by Insurance salesmen and shoe makers, that's another.
Bill was 1 n 2s hs lax coach. Hes a fantastic man as is his brother Chris
Can football coaches critique insurance sales men and cobblers? We should make a message board for that.
Felkins was 90% under 50 (100% under 40). 25% 50 and longer.
Assuming you have cable subscription, you can watch full replay at link below (with commercials).
Full-length Replay: Big 12: Penn St. At West Virginia | FOX Sports
Finally got around to watching the game; some quick thoughts;
- Thought most of the first half was fairly 'meh' for both teams but Penn State clearly bigger, faster, more athletic. WVU could only ride the stadium energy for so long before the bigger, stronger, faster guys started imposing their will.
- Once settled in I thought Allar looked good noting he still tried to force a few throws. But, his energy was far more visible than compared to last year and he seemed a lot more vocal. Golden arm for sure.
- WR's stepped up after a year in the doghouse, especially Harrison. He played like a #1 out there and what a QB needs more than anything is a comfy blankie in the form of a sure handed WR.
- Defense was really, really active - feels like I say this every year, but is this the best defensive backfield we've had under Franklin? Just so much talent everywhere - Winston and Reed especially. I thought Carter was fine despite not putting up big numbers - he was in the backfield a lot. Rojas is the other standout - very high energy and closes quickly. Gotta keep these guys healthy.
- Feel like the floor of this team is higher than any Franklin has had in terms of talent, depth, and experience.
- The 2 Point Conversion. Ultimately didn't matter, and I don't know if Franklin talked at all about it, but he clearly didn't think points would be an issue despite the 7 1/2 spread. It was a good playcall that just missed but I take the XP there.
- I still do not like the use of 2 QB's in any offense - ever. Especially when you take the ball out of your starter who is on a roll. If you're gonna give the D a different look, do it without lining up a QB at WR (unless he's Mike Robinson).
But, his energy was far more visible than compared to last year and he seemed a lot more vocal.
this has me the most fire up. It’s HIS team no doubt about it I LOVE THAT
this has me the most fire up. It’s HIS team no doubt about it I LOVE THAT
Correct…that was a legal play since he didn’t pull him down with the horse collar. The NCAA rules are pretty clear on it.