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Husker Extra live chat: Steven M. Sipple, 2/13/17
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@RocketHusker: I think the media plays a prominent role in building up recruiting classes. You're right, when you really analyze it, the class doesn't blow your doors off, as some media outlets led you to believe during the process. It also should be noted that there are academic issues with at least one player (whom I won't name for obvious reasons). As for the running back depth chart, I blushingly admit to leaving off Adam Taylor. I would really like to see him make big surge. -
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I sent this to your boys Damon and Gary in omaha this morn:
This weekend I discussed ad nauseam, with my two die hard Nebrasketball buddies, keep Miles don't keep Miles. During the discussion I found myself arguing points to fire Miles and points to keep him. I never took a stand either way; I just kept arguing myself into a circle. Finally, I boiled it down to one question: Is Miles a good enough coach to get us over the "hump"? I havent asked why he hasnt gotten us there yet because of the obvious things like attrition, injury, and youth. I in 2014 I would have said yes he is a good enough coach to get us over it. He did so much with so little, which of course may be his demise with then lofty expectations for the future. If I have to answer that question today, I am not sure if he is a good enough coach to do so... So where do I fall? If you fire Miles this year, you risk transfers but if you dont have too much attrition, the new coach will have some very good, young talent to work with for multiple years. If there are transfers then its a clean slate and another 5 year development process. Is that fair to the fans? NO. You cant gamble with the talent we have. Miles needs one more year. There is a lot of young talent here, good enough to get us into the top 25 next year in my opinion... Yes, there is a lot of young talent everywhere in the B1G but if Miles is a good enough coach to get us over the hump, he will prove it next year...If he doesnt, adios amigo and the 5 year rebuild begins. Tell me WHY do I keep believing? As well as, why should I. -
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Although Miles did recruit poorly in the early years and has had some head scratching coaching decisions I believe he has been the unluckiest coach I can remember. Losing the coach because of the Hurleys and the idiot White leaving for Syracuse for two. Of course on the other side there is always the Napoleon saying "I have a lot of good generals - send me a lucky one." I say give him at least one more year and two if next year is only moderately better. Right?
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@FLhusker: I don't think the 3-4 is necessarily a daunting challenge to learn from a schematic standpoint. But I do think there are challenges to teaching players proper techniques within the new scheme. As for any "slack" the staff might get, the A.D. fired a nine/10-win coach. I think that answers the slack question. In fact, I think Frank Solich would agree.
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Hi Sip... what is your feeling around how coaches are selected. Usually it is when a change is needed but my feeling is the AD and HC should always be looking at upgrading. It seems if you wait for a real need to make a change you have already dug a hole. And you have to take what is available at the time. Some proactive moves when the timing is good seems wise.
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@Mongo: It is a delicate balance, right? I understand your point, but only to a certain extent. To wit: How would you feel if you were a head coach knowing your A.D. is "always looking to upgrade," as you suggest? What kind of morale would that sort of situation foster?
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@HuskerDan: Short answer: Yes. But Nebraska can make up ground in other areas: 1. Recruiting players that fit perfectly into the systems; 2. Fostering strong chemistry throughout the program; 3. Elbow grease. Bottom line, the team with the best talent doesn't always win (Exhibit A: New England Patriots).
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Sip. On the comments about the recruiting class not being very different from the past, to me you really can't tell as of yet. For nebraska retention appears to be a major issue. Seems like less than half the recruits during pelini classes made it to their senior year. I am heartened we only lost one from last year. I feel our recruiting would be much better if we had better retention. I can see some leave but over half seems high... is it?
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@Steve: How surpirised would you be, if Tristan came in and beat both Patrick and Tanner out for the starting QB job? Would this be room for concern, considering a true freshmen beat both out? Or should people be excited about a situation like that? Also, in your opinion, who is our best all around back? I'd have to go with Tre, especially if he could develop more ball security. Your thoughts? -
@ColtonMcNear: I don't think Tristan Gebbia is ready physically to make a legitimate push for the starting job. He seems destined for a redshirt year. I also say that because I do feel confident in the abilities of both Lee and O'Brien. As for the running back position, I definitely feel Tre Bryant will emerge as the No. 1 option, in large part because of his ability to remain on the field in all situations. His versatility is very appealing to Riley and Langsdorf.
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