I get that the QB situation is high up on everyone's list, and that can be your answer if you want. Personally, I firmly believe the QB situation is being way overblown and will work itself out.
On offense, a lot is being said about this offensive line. On paper, they are rhinos. On the field this month, the have been maulers in the run game. I want to see how well the pass protection has progressed. Regardless of who ultimately takes control at QB, they aren't going to have anywhere near the pocket awareness of Bryce Young. The line is going to have to do their part, and then some, in order for this offense to reach its full potential.
On defense, said this the other day, but the play of the defensive line will be the harbinger of the overall success of the defense. If those guys can play their assignments well and stay healthy, this defense is going to surprise some people... and it is going to put the offense in better positions than they've seen the last couple of seasons... but the if's of this defense (and team) hinge on the defensive line.
Assuming things go well Saturday, we won't have a great answer to these questions until the Texas game... but if things don't, and cracks are already showing against MTSU... it could make for a wild season.
On offense, a lot is being said about this offensive line. On paper, they are rhinos. On the field this month, the have been maulers in the run game. I want to see how well the pass protection has progressed. Regardless of who ultimately takes control at QB, they aren't going to have anywhere near the pocket awareness of Bryce Young. The line is going to have to do their part, and then some, in order for this offense to reach its full potential.
On defense, said this the other day, but the play of the defensive line will be the harbinger of the overall success of the defense. If those guys can play their assignments well and stay healthy, this defense is going to surprise some people... and it is going to put the offense in better positions than they've seen the last couple of seasons... but the if's of this defense (and team) hinge on the defensive line.
Assuming things go well Saturday, we won't have a great answer to these questions until the Texas game... but if things don't, and cracks are already showing against MTSU... it could make for a wild season.