My observations from inside the Shoe:
Running backs/Returners trying to be patient, following (running into the backs of) their blockers. Toledo loaded the box with the safeties and were shooting the gaps.
Single coverage on the wide receivers.
How do you beat this over agressive defense????????
Cut back. Hyde had many instances where he could have picked up some acreage if he cut against the grain, instead of hiding behind a lineman/fullback.
Quick slant. WHY THE FUCK COULDN'T THEY FIGURE OUT THAT A QUICK SLANT WOULD WORK LIKE A CHARM?
And in closing:
Miller should have played. Period.
Stoneburner was taken off the field too much. Even if he's just a distraction, he's still effective.
Dear Luke Fickell,
If we get another field goal/punt blocked, or a punt/kick returned for a touchdown, chances are it will be against Miami. Please make sure I don't have to say "I told you so!"
Regards,
Rotarded