We did not start out ideally against USU. They were well-prepared and well-coached. Once we took control of the game – we never looked back.
Wilson made some amazing throws. He settled in as the game went on. The sideline throw to Money Parks was amazing. He put velocity on the throws he needed to.
The intercom between Ludwig and Wilson was very helpful. Whitt likes the intercom for the offense. We don’t use it much on defense because Scalley makes his calls late.
Bernard has become a complete back. He is not a 25 carry a game guy. He is a great blocker.
Calhoun’s PI was outstanding. He was a big plus for the Utes.
Lohner is a very natural player. Isaac threw a perfect ball on the TD to Lohner. He has also blocked 2 field goals. He is getting better at blocking. We could have something really special in Lohner by the end of the season.
We have a great TE room. Whitt doesn’t think there is a better group of TEs on any team in the country. The group is all in, and there is no complaining by about the number of reps.
What do you know about your team? We are pretty good on D in spite of some of the plays against USU. We have talent and depth on the Dline. Some of the new corners are stepping up. The LBs are very good. We have not gotten into a rhythm on offense yet because of Cam’s injury. But, we have talent. We need to improve on special teams.
OSU has been tested. They were in synch against Tulsa last Saturday. It’s hard to know what a team really is until about 6 games in. They have been playing at a high level for many years.
Two of the oldest QBs are starting this week. These are two very good QBs.
Gordon had 1732 yards running last year. He is a big kid. He bullies you as the game goes on. He has not had the same success yet this year. He has great vision and knows how to hit the proper hole.
One of the unsung fazes of their team is their defense. They are physical in the secondary. One of their backup RBs is from SLC.
It will be a hostile environment and it will be challenging, but that’s exactly what you want.
Tanuvasa is a great player with a very outgoing personality. He is a leader on the field and in the locker room.