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cloudboy -> RE: Michigan v. Ohio State (11/18/2006 5:13:59 PM)
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It looked to me that Ohio State ran two offenses, one a run and shoot and the other a pass oriented set with running backs. This allowed OS to set up the run with the pass and freeze Michigan's front seven, resulting in the two 50 yard break away runs. Those long running plays just killed Michigan. When OS did line up in a straight running formation (2nd and 1), it used a play action pass to score a 50 yd TD.
On the other hand OS showed how the run and shoot and shot gun formation isn't the best plan to hold a lead because it can lead to fumbles.
I wonder how Troy Smith will do in the pros. The only thing he seems to lack is touch.
I really like Michigan's running back Hart, and I think he'll do well in the NFL --- he reminds me of Emmit Smith.
I'm readly to declare OS the national champion now. Who compares to them?
Michigan has a stout defense and it was shredded through the air and on the ground. Despite 2 fumbles, an INT, and a key "roughing the center" penalty, Michigan lost --- by more than the score would reflect.
I thought Michigan played very well in a hostile environment. Their offense carried its weight, but the defense, which had to be the determining X-factor, just couldn't keep OS contained.
Basically, a great front seven (7) or maybe even a great D, can be exposed by spreading the field and using a mobile, accurate, atheletic QB (Troy Smith in this case, Charlie Ward back in the great FSU days) who has good receivers. The pass threat then sets up the run.
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