Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing makes his way from the field following the Jayhawks' 37-34 loss to South Florida Friday, Sept. 12, 2008 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
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After KU's 37-34 loss to South Florida, which position are you most worried about?
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2008 KU-USF
12:10 a.m. CT
I saw some comments below saying Todd Reesing was greedy on his interception throw. After talking with him after the game, I thought I'd explain the play a little more.
Here's an excerpt from my sidebar going in Saturday's Lawrence Journal-World. Check out Saturday's paper for the full story.
Here was the setup: With the ball at the Kansas 40, the Jayhawks had a first-and-10 with 41 seconds remaining.
The KU coaches had noticed that the USF safeties were playing wide, so the opportunity was there for a deep post pattern over the middle. The Jayhawks hadn't tried the play all game.
As expected, Brown broke free behind the cornerback in the secondary.
"That's where the coaches wanted the ball to go, and we wanted to try to hit them," Reesing said. "We got what we wanted. I just kind of threw off my back foot a little bit and just didn't quite get enough there."
Because the pass was short, Allen was able to recover enough from his safety position to move back and make a leaping play.
"If I had to do it again, I'd probably make the same decision," Reesing said. "I just didn't make the play."
I hope that helps everyone understand the play a little more in depth.
Final, USF wins 37-34
Bonani's 43-yard field goal split the uprights as time expired, giving the Bulls the victory.
2 seconds left in fourth quarter, Game tied at 34
After a USF run play, Bonani will attempt a 43-yard field goal to win it.
30 seconds left in fourth quarter, Game tied at 34
A gutsy call by KU offensive coordinator Ed Warinner gives the Jayhawks a crucial first down, as on third and nine, Quigley runs 20 yards on a draw play. On the next play, Reesing throws a deep ball into double-coverage, and Nate Allen picked it off and returned it to the KU 27.
1:54 left in fourth quarter, Game tied at 34
Grothe completed four passes to help move USF to the KU 42. Grothe, however, made a throw past the line of scrimmage while scrambling, resulting in an illegal forward pass penalty. Grothe threw a seven-yard pass on third and 11, and after a punt, KU will take over on its own 7-yard-line.
5:32 left in fourth quarter, Game tied at 34
Reesing is willing KU back into this game. After George Selvie's first sack of the year, Reesing delivered a strike to Kerry Meier over the middle for 26 yards on a third and 20. Reesing later finds Angus Quigley on a shovel pass, and Quigley won't denied, bounding his way through tacklers 14 yards into the end zone. Branstetter's PAT is good, and all of a sudden, the Jayhawks have tied this one up.
7:42 left in fourth quarter, USF leads 34-27
James Holt comes up with KU's defensive play of the game, pulling down Grothe for a 13-yard sack on a third and one. After a punt, KU takes over at its own 45 with some momentum.
9:51 left in fourth quarter, USF leads 34-27
Reesing once again makes something out of nothing, scrambling all over the pocket before finding Wilson in the back of the end zone for an 18-yard touchdown. The question looms, though: Can KU's defense stop South Florida once to give the offense a chance?
9:59 left in fourth quarter, USF leads 34-20
Despite heavy pressure throughout, Reesing has moved KU down inside the USF 20 to give the Jayhawks a glimmer of hope. They'll need a touchdown here if they want to give themselves any chance of coming back.
13:59 left in fourth quarter, USF leads 34-20
Another 15-yard penalty hurts KU, and Grothe delivers a perfect 37-yard touchdown pass down the left sideline to A.J. Love. USF has now scored 31 unanswered points.
End of third quarter, USF leads 27-20
KU's self-destruction continues on its next offensive possession. A 12-men-in-the-huddle penalty pushes the Jayhawks back five yards before a snap. Two negative plays later, and the Jayhawks are facing a near-impossible third and 21.
1:09 left in third quarter, USF leads 27-20
There's no other way to say this: The Jayhawks are getting manhandled up front. Taylor runs a touchdown in from 13 yards, but Grothe also has no pressure at all in the pocket. Five plays, 71 yards, and 1:58 is all it takes for the Bulls to grab a seven-point lead.
3:07 left in third quarter, Game tied 20-20
KU manages only one first down on a pass-interference penalty. A holding call from center Ryan Cantrell is a killer, and the Jayhawks are forced to punt it back to the Bulls.
4:22 left in third quarter, Game tied 20-20
A 22-yard touchdown pass from Grothe to Taurus Johnson is initially ruled incomplete, but later is overturned after video review. After the Bonani kick, USF ties it and has all the momentum.
4:42 left in third quarter, KU leads 20-13
The Jayhawks defense catches a huge break, as Jamar Taylor runs 54 yards for an apparent touchdown before being marked back at the KU 34 after stepping out of bounds at that spot. USF driving at the 22 now after converting a third and 10.
7:41 left in third quarter, KU leads 20-13
A false start penalty followed by a Wilson dropped pass leads to another three-and-out. A worn-out KU defense will have to go right back onto the field. The USF fans are really into it now. Momentum is on the Bulls' sideline as they take over at their own 34.
9:30 left in third quarter, KU leads 20-13
After a KU three-and-out, the Jayhawks defense starts to give up yards in chunks. KU can't get any pressure on Grothe, and now, the Jayhawks are having trouble stopping Plancher in the running game. Bonani knocks through a 23-yarder to make it a one-possession game. The Jayhawks need to show some versatility on offense, as USF is starting to key in on the pass.
HALFTIME LEADERS
Kansas
Passing:
Todd Reesing 17-for-22, 226 yards, TD
Rushing:
Reesing 4 carries, 22 yards, TD
Jocques Crawford 4 carries, 15 yards
Receiving
Johnathan Wilson 5 catches, 123 yards
Kerry Meier 4 catches, 41 yards
South Florida
Passing:
Matt Grothe 17-for-26, 133 yards
Rushing:
Grothe 5 carries, 23 yards TD
Mo Plancher 3 carries, 6 yards
Receiving:
A.J. Love 3 catches, 38 yards
Jessie Hester 4 catches, 31 yards
Halftime, KU leads 20-10
A quick three-and-out from KU, and suddenly the Bulls are running with some confidence. Their final drive stalls, though, and the Jayhawks enter the locker room with a 10-point lead.
2:14 left in second quarter, KU leads 20-10
As soon as KU looks like it's going to run away with the game, USF comes right back 70 seconds later. After two long passes, Grothe scoots his way to a 28-yard touchdown run - the first the Jayhawks have given up on defense all year. Bonani's extra point cuts the lead to 10 and brings the once-deflated crowd back into it.
3:24 left in second quarter, KU leads 20-3
Another phenomenal drive from Reesing. A touch pass to Meier, a throw in the flat to Dezmon Briscoe and a screen to Jocques Crawford and suddenly KU is inside the 10. Reesing takes it into the end zone himself on a quarterback draw, and suddenly, the Jayhawks are on the brink of a rout.
6:53 left in second quarter, KU leads 13-3
Reesing is in his element tonight. After a pump-fake, he placed a deep throw into the arms of Wilson, who took it 56 yards down the sideline to the USF 14. KU is stopped in the red zone, but Branstetter once again is perfect with a 28-yard field goal (he's now 5-for-5 this year, for those of you keeping track).
9:58 left in second quarter, KU leads 10-3
A long drive once again stalls near the goal line for USF, but Bonani connects on this 34-yard, field-goal attempt. KU's Joe Mortensen just misses out on an interception on third down. Grothe looks uncomfortable when KU brings the blitz, so we'll see if the Jayhawk coaching staff continues to gamble by bringing extra rushers.
13:16 left in second quarter, KU leads 10-0
KU's defense holds USF at the 24, and redshirt freshman kicker Maikon Bonani misses the first field-goal attempt of his career (a 41-yard try) to give the ball back to the Jayhawks. Daymond Patterson drops a well-thrown Reesing pass on third down to force the Jayhawks' first punt. The Bulls will take over at their own 27.
End of first quarter, KU leads 10-0
Grothe burns KU on a third and nine with a 29-yard pass down the sideline. Again, the Jayhawks couldn't get any penetration from the defensive line. USF moves up to the KU 27 after a 15-yard facemask penalty by Jake Laptad. All in all, though, a solid first quarter for the Jayhawks.
1:44 left in first quarter, KU leads 10-0
Jacob Branstetter completes an impressive KU drive with a 30-yard field goal. Wilson again has the big play, catching a 22-yard pass over the middle from Reesing. The Jayhawks quarterback already has 100 yards passing. KU's offensive playbook, as we somewhat guessed would happen, has opened up quite a bit for this nationally televised contest.
6:44 left in first quarter, KU leads 7-0
KU's defense forces a second straight punt, thanks to a third-down, shoestring tackle by Darrell Stuckey on running back Benjamin Williams. KU takes over at its own 30. Mangino has to like this start.
8:51 left in first quarter, KU leads 7-0
KU jumps ahead after a nifty 36-yard catch and run down the sideline by Johnathan Wilson. He broke three tackles on his way to the end zone. The drive was kept alive by a 13-yard scramble by Todd Reesing on a third and 13. The crowd, which was raucous to start, seems a little stunned.
12:10 left in first quarter, Score tied 0-0
The Kansas secondary does a nice job to force a South Florida punt. The Jayhawks' defensive linemen didn't get much pressure on quarterback Matt Grothe, and they'll need to as the game goes on. After a horrible punt, KU to take over at its own 29.
7:06 p.m. CT
USF will receive. Here we go.
6:59 p.m. CT
Fans are filling in nicely, but it won't be close to a sellout. Still, this is a pretty big stadium to fill.
6:05 p.m. CT
A funny scene: Just as the fans were starting to settle in, a brief downpour hit Raymond James Stadium (with the sun still out, no less), sending most of them scurrying up the stairs for cover. The forecast is showing that we probably won't have rain once the game begins, but the field might be a little wet to start because of this shower.
The fans look amped for this one. As I walked in, I saw some green "Beat Kansas" T-shirts. Make no mistake: The South Florida fans have been looking forward to this night for a while.
4:50 p.m. CT
It's about two hours until kickoff on Friday, so to pass the time, let's do a little true/false and fill-in-the-blank on tonight's game between Kansas and South Florida. I'll go first, then you fill in your answers in the comments section at the bottom of the page.
1. True or false: KU will rush for more than 150 yards against South Florida.
True. Call it a hunch, but I think this will happen. Yes, KU has struggled with the run game through two games, but this is a contest where the Jayhawks must run the football, especially with pass-rush specialist George Selvie on the other side of the ball. I would look for the Jayhawks to make more of an effort to run the ball tonight. My sleeper pick for KU: running back Jake Sharp. Two weeks ago he was the top back, and now he seems to be somewhat forgotten behind Angus Quigley and Jocques Crawford. KU coach Mark Mangino said this week that Sharp was a "complementary back," and Sharp might have to have a good game to stay in line for carries in a crowded backfield.
2. True or false: Matt Grothe will rush for 80 yards or more.
True. Grothe has been known to beat teams with his legs, and I expect he'll have a big rushing game against the Jayhawks tonight. KU hasn't defended quarterback scrambles well through two games, and that was against less-than-agile signal-callers. Look for Grothe to have one big run to go along with some other rushes that help his team on crucial third downs.
3. True or false: South Florida's George Selvie will have two sacks or more against KU.
False. The huge crowd should help out Selvie, but I wouldn't expect him to see anything less than a double-team all game. Mangino moved freshman Tim Biere, the Jayhawks' best blocking tight end, up to the first team this week. Coincidence? I think not. Expect Biere to help out Spikes on the left side on most plays. Selvie might get a sack, but I don't see him getting two.
If KU wins, it will be because ...
the Jayhawks stop USF's rushing offense. KU must make Grothe beat them with his arm. Though the quarterback has been known to make some great throws, he also has been prone to turnovers. If the Jayhawks can stop the Bulls' rushing attack and also the scrambles of Grothe, they have a better chance of creating a turnover or two that could decide this game.
If USF wins, it will be because ...
the Bulls dominate the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball. This looks to be South Florida's biggest advantage coming in. On defense, if the Bulls can stop KU's running game, they will force the Jayhawks to pass with a raucous crowd and the always-dangerous Selvie coming at Reesing's blind side. On offense, if the Bulls can establish the run, they will take pressure off Grothe, making it so that he doesn't have to take chances in the passing game. USF looks to be inferior to KU in some other areas (like special teams), so if the Bulls hope to win, they must dominate in the trenches.
Prediction: KU 27-17. Expect a low-scoring game with two good defenses going at it. Look for Reesing to make fewer mistakes than Grothe, and also look for KU to get its rushing game going for the first time this season. The Jayhawks' special teams will help set up a pair of scores, and KU pulls away with a late touchdown.
Let's see what you've got.
Comments
OhioHawkfan (anonymous) says...
I gotta disagree with you on the second one Jesse. No way Grothe rushes for 80 yards. Rivera, Holt, and Mortensen will be all over the run tonight. Grothe can't beat our secondary with his arm, but he'll have to try, because our front seven won't be giving him anything!
KU - 35
USF - 10
BEAK EM HAWKS
September 12, 2008 at 5:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jnewell (Jesse Newell) says...
Hey, that's why it's a prediction. Grothe is a good runner, though. We'll see how things play out.
September 12, 2008 at 5:06 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
juslob (anonymous) says...
I see KU running the ball better tonight and having another good game in the air. Grothe and the USF "D" will have their moments as well.
A late interception seals the game:
KU 27
USF 21
September 12, 2008 at 5:19 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
bmcmich1 (anonymous) says...
I would like to think the second prediction won't be true. I imagine most of the preparation this week was keyed on Grothe's ability to run and make plays. Of course, he's good enough to overcome even the best preparation, but our D is outstanding as well...AGH! this speculation/anticipation is about to make my head explode, I'm heading to the KU bar to have a cold one, calm my nerves...ROCK CHALK!!
September 12, 2008 at 5:35 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
1. Yes
2. No
3. True
KAN 31
USF 20
September 12, 2008 at 6:16 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
pburgstu (anonymous) says...
Angus Quigley will have a big game, just got that feeling
September 12, 2008 at 6:46 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
TD KU!
September 12, 2008 at 7:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
lance1jhawk (anonymous) says...
That was SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!
September 12, 2008 at 7:22 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
sweet is right lance....just like the jamesons that's hitting my lips right now!
way to go jonathan wilson. nice run after the catch for 1st career td reception!
September 12, 2008 at 7:27 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Todd looks sharp tonight.
September 12, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
FG KU!
September 12, 2008 at 7:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Can we get a kicker that can kick it beyond the 20-yard line???
September 12, 2008 at 7:41 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
At least we have a punter!!!
September 12, 2008 at 7:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
And a pass rush please?
September 12, 2008 at 7:52 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
I agree...without our LBs blitzing, we have NO pass rush.
September 12, 2008 at 7:56 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
Can I get an INT please
September 12, 2008 at 7:58 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
Big 8 should have had that ball
September 12, 2008 at 7:58 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Crawford needs to go back to running his mouth - give it to Angus....
September 12, 2008 at 8:06 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
I agree...put in Angus!!!
September 12, 2008 at 8:07 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
Ugh we should have a 7 not 3
September 12, 2008 at 8:07 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Playing pretty decent...just gotta cut down on the mistakes...we should be up by much more.
September 12, 2008 at 8:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Finally a DEEP kick and GREAT coverage!!!
September 12, 2008 at 8:10 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
nnelson (anonymous) says...
I'm just digging how they play House of Pain every kickoff.
JUMP! JUMP! JUMP!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZZADb...
September 12, 2008 at 8:11 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Strikewso (anonymous) says...
Who is this Wilson guy?
September 12, 2008 at 8:13 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
TOUCHDOWN KANSAS!!!!
Reesing to paydirt!
KU 20
USF 3
September 12, 2008 at 8:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Damn!!! We are lookin' GOOD!!! And on national TV!!!
September 12, 2008 at 8:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
Reesing loves the big games. He's aces tonight so far!
September 12, 2008 at 8:19 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Strikewso (anonymous) says...
He's in the zone. Scary.
September 12, 2008 at 8:19 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
'D' looked lost on that drive.
September 12, 2008 at 8:22 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
Kudos to our kicking game. Probably one of the biggest questions coming in and both the PK Brandstetter and the P Rojas have performed big tonight. Way to go guys!
September 12, 2008 at 8:29 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
Come we should have 2 INT oh well lets stop on this last play.
September 12, 2008 at 8:30 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
good half by the Hawks. Strong D and O. Excellent special teams kicking wise. What's up with our kickoff return guys? They look timid out there. Disappointed that we couldn't step on their throats and shut them down when we went up 20-3. If we could have gotten a score, we would have them on the ropes.
September 12, 2008 at 8:34 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Our running game looks atrocious once again...good thing Reesing is having another banner game. That last TD by USF was junk!!! What the hell were we doing playing a prevent?!?! We've been stopping them ALL night with our basic sets.
September 12, 2008 at 8:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Yahweh (anonymous) says...
WHERE IS ANGUS!?!? Where is the BEEF!?!
September 12, 2008 at 8:42 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Good:
Reesing
D-backs
Pass block scheme
Alonso Rojas
Bad:
Kickoffs
Drops
Pass rush (although the contain on Grothe was good)
Rushing game (yawn)
Ugly:
USF unis (especially the helmets)
Lou Holtz
22 foot storm surge
September 12, 2008 at 8:43 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
lance1jhawk (anonymous) says...
Yaweh- I think that Jake and Jaques were just softening up the South Florida D for "The Beef"!
September 12, 2008 at 8:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
OK, time to stop the bleeding!!!
September 12, 2008 at 9:06 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
USF rammed it down KU's throat right there to start the second half. Our pass rush looks VERY tired! I hope they can get some pressure on Grothe this half or our defense could wear down in the heat.
Disappointed we couldn't move the ball starting on the 40 yard line to start the half.
I think our offense will score another 10 points this half. Can our defense hold ????
September 12, 2008 at 9:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
USF's defensive ends are sooooo explosive compared to KU's. Now we're pressing with a 3rd and 14......I hope we don't get on the wrong side of momentum right here.
September 12, 2008 at 9:11 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Two three and outs to start the second half is not the way to win on the road, Jayhawks!
September 12, 2008 at 9:12 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Time for an INT....
September 12, 2008 at 9:12 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
Yep, two VERY disappointing "drives".
September 12, 2008 at 9:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
We best play some good D or else !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
September 12, 2008 at 9:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
No doubt cwag.....Our defense needs to come up with a big play. I thought it would be our defense that carried us this game, but so far (other than the first 2 series of this half) our offense has carried the day.
September 12, 2008 at 9:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
OC needs to look at the last 6 plays and adjust accordingly. We look lost on offense all of a sudden. Not a good thing to be with no run game. Maybe take a shot downfield to loosen that coverage back up?
September 12, 2008 at 9:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Looks like USF thinks they can just ram it down our throats and wear us out this half.
September 12, 2008 at 9:15 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
get up and challenge those WRs! We are going to get nickle and dimed! DAMN, what a dodged bullet!
September 12, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Unfortunately, it looks like they are right. Our defense sudddenly looks very slow.
September 12, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
OK big 3rd and 10, come on HAWKS!
September 12, 2008 at 9:19 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Nice play by Strozier. We are getting ZERO pressure on Grothe from out front 4. They are totally gassed. Grothe is accurate enough that if we give him this much time he will kill us.
September 12, 2008 at 9:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
Damn, we look very pedestrian on defense now. Reesing better be getting his offense revved up and ready to pull this one out. We need some points on our next offensive drive.
September 12, 2008 at 9:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
KU- YOu think that was pass interference on Strozier?
September 12, 2008 at 9:21 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
Great pass rush oh wait there isnt one. Come on get in his face.
September 12, 2008 at 9:21 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
C'mon Hawks. Maybe that injury timeout will be enough of a breather to get those bigs some Oxygen and hopefully we can shut this Bulls drive down to a FG attempt....
September 12, 2008 at 9:23 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Our defense is out of gas, fellas. This summer when people were saying KU couldn't stand the humidity in Tampa in September, I scoffed because we normally have brutal weather in August and early September. Maybe the cool weather we have had has taken its toll on our conditioning?
September 12, 2008 at 9:23 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
I think they will overturn that call by the Big 12 officiating crew. Remember, the Big East is manning the replay booth.
September 12, 2008 at 9:25 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
Man, what a tough call even in slow motion. I would have to call it a catch. Never mind. Wow, this looks like the Hawks team from 2 years ago. I gotta stay positive. C"MON HAWKS!!
September 12, 2008 at 9:26 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
New ballgame and the momentum is totally on USF's side after scoring 17 unanswered.
September 12, 2008 at 9:26 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KU (anonymous) says...
Well, if you want to be positive, our offense should be rested.......but so should USF's pass rush, which seems to be heating up.
September 12, 2008 at 9:27 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
YEP, we are going to find out what Reesing is all about right now...
September 12, 2008 at 9:27 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
Defense needs to step up RIGHT NOW. How badly do you want this??!!
September 12, 2008 at 9:33 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
justanotherfan (anonymous) says...
Early FG's in the red zone kept us from burying them. Now they have the momentum... and the lead.
September 12, 2008 at 9:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Gutsball - yes or no?
September 12, 2008 at 9:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayloco (anonymous) says...
Embarassing fellas. I love my fellas, but getting beat 24-0 since having a 20-3 lead shows no heart. 1 quarter to make amends...
September 12, 2008 at 9:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
This is embarrassing there OL is pushin are DL like there little kids and no pass rush = NO WIN
September 12, 2008 at 9:38 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
And no win looks like the direction were headin.
September 12, 2008 at 9:39 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
DueFan (anonymous) says...
A loss early in the season is a good thing.
September 12, 2008 at 9:42 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
No forget my last post I no thats the direction were headin. God I wont so bad to get this win but it just looks bad sad and any other word you could think of.
September 12, 2008 at 9:42 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
anyone think we need to run another screen? LMAO
September 12, 2008 at 9:43 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
13 yards this half????????
September 12, 2008 at 9:44 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
This game is over!
September 12, 2008 at 9:45 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Yahweh (anonymous) says...
Aw, man!
September 12, 2008 at 9:47 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
unbelievable! Poor Poor Poor! Mangino let the team relax!
September 12, 2008 at 9:47 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
apeoples410 (anonymous) says...
31 unanswered points
September 12, 2008 at 9:50 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kc_wildfire (anonymous) says...
Mangino must be worrying more about the post game snack instead of the game.
September 12, 2008 at 9:50 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
pburgstu (anonymous) says...
Fire Clint Bowen Now
September 12, 2008 at 9:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
KUguy88 (anonymous) says...
KU fans just need to give up on this game the secondary is embarassing and the O line is just pathetic and the D line has done nothing. If this is how we play any other game past this we will not have a winning season. We are pathetic and the Nation has reason to doubt us because we are NOTHING and last season was a flash in the pan and we will never see another season like it we should just stop pretending like we can actually do something we are a subpar SLOW team who just cant hang with good teams we are middle of the road and will NEVER be any better this is a basketball school and will ALWAYS be one just forget about this team they are not good wont be good and if your still watching the game then kudos to you because its a lost cause we are gonna get embarassed
September 12, 2008 at 9:57 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
"Reesing ala Fran Tarkenton" ...to Wilson (again).
September 12, 2008 at 10:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kc_wildfire (anonymous) says...
Terrible call and even worse instant replay result.
September 12, 2008 at 10:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
Anyone else think that was a catch? He took two steps then got hit. I don't know how that wasn't overturned and that TD for SF earlier was? At least were only down a TD now.
September 12, 2008 at 10:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
BannerforKirk (anonymous) says...
God I hate people like KUguy88. The same sort of people who were out after the first KState game or the OSU game during basketball season. Silly Chicken Little types. People who don't have the temperament to watch sports should find another hobby.
September 12, 2008 at 10:03 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
BannerforKirk (anonymous) says...
Sorry, I shouldn't have just pointed out KUguy88 - there are a lot like him on here, as there are every time something less than perfect happens.
TD KU - one score game. Let's see if SF can blow a 14 point 4th quarter lead two games in a row.
September 12, 2008 at 10:04 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
CaramelMacchMan (anonymous) says...
And those are freaking Big 12 officials!!! ..... hmmmmm Must from Mizzou!!!
September 12, 2008 at 10:04 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
agree banner - we're not out of this game yet.
September 12, 2008 at 10:06 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
justanotherfan (anonymous) says...
I would like to talk everybody off the edge, but honestly, we just don't look athletic enough right now. They look faster and stronger. Their ends are absolutely destroying our tackles right now. Neither one of our tackles looks like they can handle the edge by themselves at this level right now.
In fact, our entire offensive line has gotten handled tonight. Too many knock downs by South Florida. We all know Reesing is short. Let's keep people's hands down!
No rushing attack whatsoever. We haven't figured out that we need to get Sharp out on the perimeter where he can use his speed, use Crawford to slash and hit gaps on counters and draws in the middle and use Quigley to pound the defense with dives and slams. We aren't reflecting strengths in play calls.
Still iffy in the red zone. We can't afford to kick FGs in the red zone. It kept us from putting these guys away tonight in the first half. We could have led 24-3!
The only thing that kept us in it was the fact that we have forced FGs from them, otherwise we would be in a huge hole right now.
Also, all of our LBs look slow tonight. Riveria can't get to the edge to stop the backs. Mortensen can't stay with his deep drops on the zone. Holt got outrun by Grothe on the long touchdown. Bad signs.
All of that said, we have a shot at escaping here tonight, but I am not deceived into thinking that everything is okay with this team. We can't block the edge at all. Every DE in the Big XII has to be salivating at the thought of taking on our tackles this season.We can't run the ball consistently. And our LBs are questionable in the speed department. I'm worried about OU, UT and MU.
September 12, 2008 at 10:11 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
These refs look like evacuees from a Galveston nursing home....
September 12, 2008 at 10:12 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
lance1jhawk (anonymous) says...
THE BEEF!
September 12, 2008 at 10:13 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawks32 (anonymous) says...
both of these teams look exhausted!!
September 12, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
BannerforKirk (anonymous) says...
Wow - tied game. Good thing we gave up on the season. Come back to tie from 14 down in the 4th quarter - on the road. KU may still lose this game, but anyone giving up on this team, this coaching staff, this program should really take a break from college football. This is a program on the rise, it's not USC, Florida, LSU, etc. There will be ups and downs, but just like not freaking out down 9 with 2:00 left, we shouldn't give up on this team.
September 12, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
cwag (anonymous) says...
Let's practice some OVERTIME!!!
On second thought, and interception return to win it would be fine.
September 12, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kushaw (anonymous) says...
cwag: That was terrible! Terrible! LMAO!
September 12, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
CaramelMacchMan (anonymous) says...
FFFFFF yeaaaahhhh
September 12, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
CaramelMacchMan (anonymous) says...
so much ups and downss!!!
I feel like i'm watching KU/UNC game
September 12, 2008 at 10:15 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
blink and you miss it. KU with 14 unanswered now...
September 12, 2008 at 10:16 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Yahweh (anonymous) says...
Holy crap! What a game!
September 12, 2008 at 10:26 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
justanotherfan (anonymous) says...
NOOOOOOOOOO!
Terrible throw.
September 12, 2008 at 10:30 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
BannerforKirk (anonymous) says...
Dang - Todd's first mistake in over a year and it will probably cost the game. Too bad, he'd played too well all night to deserve the crap he'll get from "fans" the next week.
September 12, 2008 at 10:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
BannerforKirk (anonymous) says...
Yes - I know the mistake comment was hyperbole, but you all know what I mean.
September 12, 2008 at 10:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
NH_JHawk (anonymous) says...
gotta play 4 quarters not 3. we had a chance...
September 12, 2008 at 10:34 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Yahweh (anonymous) says...
Are you kidding me? Seriously?
Worst kick to win a game ever.
No hating, though, good game USF. Damn, I'm angry.
September 12, 2008 at 10:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
It looked right
September 12, 2008 at 10:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
flipborder02 (anonymous) says...
What was the f****** flag for
September 12, 2008 at 10:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
jayhawkinatl (anonymous) says...
What can I say??? I'm actually proud of the way we fought back.
September 12, 2008 at 10:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )