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1/5/2015

Will Tommy Armstrong be the starting QB for the Huskers in 2015?

42%
Yes

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58%
No WINNER

14

42%
Yes

7 Comments
Joshua Howard
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Joshua Howard

He is a winner, plain and simple.

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Gearld Wolff
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Gearld Wolff

I don't believe Coach Riley will use the pure West Coast offense. He has commented and the virtue of multiple set pass- run options. The offense will be similar to what we have seen the last three years.

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The Smitty
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The Smitty

Riley has said quite often he will adapt what his system with what the players can do. I know he recruited Stanton but he was a cali kid in pac 12 country.

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Bruce Anderson
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Bruce Anderson

Tommy is this best QB we have regardless of the system. Coach Riley will coach him up.

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Larry Dandrow
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Larry Dandrow

1 1/2 years starting is a lot of experience. If the new coach plays to this teams strength it will be hard not to. If he's looking for a pocket passer he may be out. Remember when he sits in the pocket he can't remember which way his receivers are going.

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58%
No

13 Comments
Stacy A Rodenbaugh
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Stacy A Rodenbaugh

No, because Riley will install the offense he used at Oregon State which will primarily be a West Coast System. It will be Stanton at QB next year. You heard it first right here.

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Sean Fluharty
Sean Fluharty

Actually, I've heard that hundreds of times from other sources already...

Dave Johnson
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Dave Johnson

Average thrower at best. Johnny Stanton will be the guy.

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Randy Denniston
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Randy Denniston

Stanton has the best arm of the lot. It was shown this year that the difference between 9-4 and 12-1 or 13-0 was the fact that we couldn't consistently pass when it really counted. If we have a quality QB that can make those throws we might have been in the Playoff this year and Riley knows it.

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josh ross
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josh ross

Stanton was recruited by Riley, plus I believe he can complete check down passes to the running back, a problem we've had the last 2 years.

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James Traut
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James Traut

Great option QB, but those days are over. Too many bad throws (lucky for the USC drops) ; likely it's Stanton.

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Bill Lee
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Bill Lee

Mike Riley is a huge Stanton fan. And let's face it . Every time Armstrong drops back to pass , we have to hold our breath and hope he throws it to the right team.

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Dan Kennedy
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Dan Kennedy

Johnny Stanton will win the job because he is a more complete QB

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Daniel Revas
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Daniel Revas

Unless he can consistently make the throws in the short and medium range, he will sit. He needs to be consistent. Throwing a 65 yard strike is nice, but it also helps to make the throws to just move the chains.

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Gordon Sherman
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Gordon Sherman

Tommy is inconsistent

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Lane Liley
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Lane Liley

I hope he isn't because if he is the best we have for 2015, then you can expect 3-4 losses next year as well. Sub par throwing, can't read routes and not a pocket passer.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

two years of 50% passing... I don't think we need a third.

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Bill Weber
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Bill Weber

The guy is wildly inconsistent. Very indecisive. Locks in on one receiver. We need a better passer. My money is on Stanton, but I think Darlington is a possibility along with Bush. I also wonder if a junior college kid is a possibility.

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Visitor
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Visitor

Hasn't mastered progressions, patience in the pocket and most importantly, self confidence. Thought he might have what it takes but he does not!!

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Is Nebraska's offensive line improving?

Is Nebraska's offensive line improving?

They're getting better.

5

Needs more work.

10

They're getting better.

5 Comments
Kevin T
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Kevin T

Running game is improving

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Eric Hahn
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Eric Hahn

I think without getting cute and simplifying we were able to see the talent that was recruited on the line shine against Wisconsin. There were holes open nearly all night for our backs. Dylan was not sacked at all.

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klirvine@bresnan.net
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klirvine@bresnan.net

they are better no question

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Will Stanley
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Will Stanley

Tonite I saw hints of the '95 Huskers. We have a lot of work to do but I think with Rhule and Holgerson, I think within the next 2-3 seasons, we will be on the ranking polls and pushing for the Big 10 Legends title and then? Who knows? Maybe a National title is in the future??

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Needs more work.

10 Comments
Robert Lloyd
0
Robert Lloyd

I think a good 'running' OC like Army's OC could have an awesome offense with this exact personnel. And the Army's OC only makes $190K.

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Steve Brandon
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Steve Brandon

Only thing good at is picking up qb after giving up a sack

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Bruce Stephens
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Bruce Stephens

There are some good high school defenses that would give our line fits.

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Fearless Phil
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Fearless Phil

I was spoiled by the lines of the 80s and 90s

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Joe Hegarty
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Joe Hegarty

They need more strength & conditioning

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Mike O
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Mike O

Offensive is the right word. The Pipeline is clogged and needs a plumber ASAP. The you know what is backing up into the basement. That Focker is our offensive line.

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James Key
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James Key

I don't care at this moment. just win Baby

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Michael DePuglio
0
Michael DePuglio

Take a look at the average SEC OL.... we need more work and development.

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Brian Machan
0
Brian Machan

We need a complete overhaul of personnel. Coaching is there, talent isn't.

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Thoughts on Nebraska's offensive strategy shift?

Thoughts on Nebraska's offensive strategy shift?

Exciting change for better

8

Skeptical of sudden shift

3

Exciting change for better

7 Comments
Don Buckingham
0
Don Buckingham

Glad to see an acknowledgement that the O wasn't working. This shows some urgency about winning which I appreciate.

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Bill Greim
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Bill Greim

Seems pretty obvious that when something is not working very well and you don’t know how to fix it you bring in outside experts for advise. Common practice.

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Brad Bredenkamp
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Brad Bredenkamp

Holgerson has enough experience that he should be able to watch some film and the players in practice and call plays that play to their strengths. I'm betting he is also smart enough to stick with what's working until the other team stops it, and to develop some offensive rhythm.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

Anything is better than Satterfield. But I don't know why we didn't go after the US Army's OC who only makes $190k and absolutely knows how to run the ball.

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Brad Bredenkamp
Brad Bredenkamp

Because Army's OC can call the triple option and run the ball, but he probably doesn't know how to call for a pro-style quarterback. Plus it is very unlikely that Army's OC is going to jump ship right now the way their season is going. Maybe gets a look after the season if Holgerson doesn't stay.

Dick Plock
0
Dick Plock

Needed change for quite a many games. Our offensive & defense coordinators are being out smarted.

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Jean McGee
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Jean McGee

Satt has been wasting Raiola’s passing strength.

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Skeptical of sudden shift

3 Comments
VAHuskerFan
1
VAHuskerFan

I refuse to get my hopes up

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Craig S
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Craig S

Installing a whole new offense would be very difficult. You might be able to refine a small portion but learning the timing and terminology would be difficult.

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michael daly
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michael daly

The habits of almost 2 years don't change overnight. That being said, A new , more forceful, high expectation coach, might be able to snap them awake and Go

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