OL seems to be playing better so far this year than last year. We really could use an extra push in the middle though to help with the run game. I expect the OL to continue to improve through this year and into next year.
Alaric Jackson
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It’s funny that fans determine good or bad OL based solely on sack #’s when in reality the QB’s ability to manipulate the pocket and/or WRs ability to get open plays a major role in that. Until we average 4+ yards a carry....not sold. I don’t care if they stack 9 in box, a good Iowa OL generates a push
He can handle the big people but had trouble with the smaller quick defender. The thing I didn't understand is why he didn't let Stanley know the guy was loose.
Iowa's yards per carry is actually up a tiny bit over last year after 5 games. Even though last year Iowa had Wadley.
The poster you're responding to said the OL appears to be improved. They have improved their ypc and sack numbers, so it is hard to disagree.
I must have missed the part where anyone brought up benching him, but I for one think he's doing just fine. Even great players get beat every once in a while, and he could be on the path to great. Very young still....
LOL. You mean why didn't he shout "Look out!!!!" after he missed his block?
I agree they are improved, just pointing out how people base line play solely on sacks too often. The OL has potential to be much better in the run game, often times four guys are dominating and one guy misses a block (sometimes a TE). More consistency is what we need- can't dominate 9 out of 10 plays and the one completely miss- need at least a stale mate
There's enough tape on kids like Jackson,Hoooker and so on that OC and DC will attack their weak spot just like Schreff and Jewell etc... went through it's up to the individual to keep grinding and get better.
Agree, & both also missed the first game. IMHO, very high ceiling.
Our tackles are not the problem in the run game. Even though both have room for improvement. Both need to learn how to finish and become a bit nastier. Te's and fullback position needs to get better and we need Banwart to get healthy. The biggest disappointment in the oline play is the lack of development by Levi. The rg spot should be his. No way I can prove it but I bet Polasek was counting on him to nail down one spot.
