LIKE: First and foremost I have to give it up to the Tigers for the hard fought victory. As a former player I know that you will have those games where you have to fight to the end, and in the end, the better team will prevail. That was evident in the Tigers 27-24 comeback victory. One thing that stood out to me, was the mental toughness displayed by the team for 4 quarters. Once again I was impressed by TJ Moe, which I think in a minute will adopt the name “Mighty Moe” up in Columbia. Not to say that he won the game for the Tigers, but his TD with :51 seconds left in the game is the reason that the Tigers won in the end. I was also impressed by TE Michael Egnew, 13 rec for 145 yds, that’s a great contribution. On the Defense Carl Gettis continues to shine. He made some big plays, but none bigger then his third down stop late in the game. Although the D gave up some big plays, overall they were solid, and came together at the right time for a critical stop to give their team a chance to win the game.
DISLIKE: On the offense I think that we need to open up the playbook a bit more vertically. The Tigers need to establish deep threats that will stretch opponent’s defenses. Let’s be a little bit more aggressive with the run, as well as adding a little under the center play calling. I’m just saying for a switch up and to keep the other team off balance and guessing what you will throw at them next. Point being, don’t be predictable. Defense, lets stop giving up the big plays. The D made some great strides this week, and just like rest of the team, showed some fight to the end. I wait for the day when we can say that MU is one of the top defenses in the country. That will come when the Tigers get it in their mind and efforts, to shut teams down!
SUGGEST: With a stellar opponent coming up next for the Tigers, I suggest that they continue to build on the momentum of their first three wins and aim to become better each day. Don’t take a step back in efforts, when you are taking a step up in opponents with better talent. I look for the Tigers to have a tough battle against Miami of Ohio, but I expect the Tigers to stand strong and make it happen. Don’t get away from your core foundation as a team. Play Ball
TC’s TIGER OF THE WEEK:
TJ Moe 7 rec 119 yds 1 TD (game winner)
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