Realistically, my expectations should have been lower because we had 8 players drafted into the NFL. We are not Alabama or Ohio State. We can’t lose so many players and expect to be as good. But, I started to think with a new offensive coordinator that we may be okay.
Things that were a positive surprise:
– Cornerbacks. I like what I saw from our young corners.
– Wide receivers. Carrignton was the highlight. But, I thought some of the other receivers stepped up to.
– Kicking game. What an unexpected surprise. Gay had a great season.
Disappointments:
– Defensive Line. They just never got to the QB. We didn’t get the pressure we needed.
– Safeties. I liked our safeties when we were healthy. But, we had way too many injuries at this position.
– Running Backs. I like how we improved towards the end of the season. But, we were stagnant early on.
We didn’t win any of the close conference games. That’s unacceptable IMO. I don’t have a problem with how we played the ranked conference teams. We actually played quite well except possibly WSU. But, we need to win some of those games. However, we were pathetic against ASU and Oregon. We didn’t play well on either side of the ball.
I liked the two point conversion call against USC and hated the timeout against UW.
I believe there is reason to be hopeful for next season. We will be more experienced at start QB. We should have Shyne back to help with the running game and Moss is starting to look like a beast. We will have Covey back and he is a game changer at slot and as a return man. We have our All American kickers back. We will need to develop some linebackers. That is my biggest concern.
Go Utes!!!
Mississippi Valley State @ 
Utah 
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