Link: Cecil's take and Tommy Deas' take...

bamanut_aj

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Would make sense that the fightin' Amish are more loose, relaxed, etc....

I'm really curious to see how 'tight' we play early. But remember that old clip that Saban has, where he explains that if he's intense, it's generally because the guys are NOT; and if he's loose, it's because he thinks the guys get it? (Paraphrasing big time)

Coach has been really loose.....


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Great insights into practice and the different approaches taken by the two teams. The 4th period reminded me of what they used to say about "middle drill" when Coach Stallings was in Tuscaloosa.
 

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Time is so dangerous for fans. We worry about every little detail -- and wonder about it's impact on the game. I too have gotten lost in the massive amounts of "goo" that comes from yahoo, espn, etc.

The things that still stand out to me:

Vegas Line: -10 (or so)
Is the ND offense better than A&M? No - not even close

Their Offense may max out at 13 points --

We just have to score 14 --

When have we NOT scored 14 points?

Even if the Defenses are a PUSH

Our Offense is better -- in some ways -- much better


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Would make sense that the fightin' Amish are more loose, relaxed, etc....

I'm really curious to see how 'tight' we play early. But remember that old clip that Saban has, where he explains that if he's intense, it's generally because the guys are NOT; and if he's loose, it's because he thinks the guys get it? (Paraphrasing big time)

Coach has been really loose.....


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I just saw his interview session this morning on ESPN, the beginning anyway. He looks relaxed, complimenting the Orange Bowl committee and at the same time he looked determined to get the team to see where he is coming from at this point. He has shifted gears a little as he always does at the time. I can't wait to see how the team responds tomorrow night.
 

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Both good articles, especially Deas for its insights into practice and the attitude of the players. In the interviews I've seen from the players, I don't get a sense of overly serious or uptight but one of preparedness. I like what I'm hearing from everyone and the demeanor of the team. I don't believe over-confidence comes into play but I do believe that this group knows that if they do what they are capable of doing they will be successful. Bama 27-10.
 

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Both, very good articles by two very good writers. Like Cecil pointed out...we won't really if the team is too tight, or just ready for business until the game.
 

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My take on what's coming: Saban will paint his masterpiece.

The best coach in college ball, with three successful trips to the Title Game under his belt...

Each trip has made him a better coach. He never stops learning or improving.

And here we are, up against Notre Dang, of all teams, with everything up for grabs. Coach Bryant's nemesis, served on a silver platter.

The pressure Saban must feel from his own expectations must be sky high, and I'm expecting him and his team to bring their "A" game...Saban will paint his masterpiece.
 
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THIS!!!!

Some teams plan to get here. Coach Saban plans to win here.


My take on what's coming: Saban will paint his masterpiece.

The best coach in college ball, with three successful trips to the Title Game under his belt...

Each trip has made him a better coach. He never stops learning or improving.

And here we are, up against Notre Dang, of all teams, with everything up for grabs. Coach Bryant's nemesis, served on a silver platter.

The pressure Saban must feel from his own expectations must be sky high, and I'm expecting him and his team to bring their "A" game...Saban will paint his masterpiece.
 

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All I will say is that the Notre Dame fans down here are pretty complacent--I get the sense that they will be neither surprised or devestated if they lose tomorrow. They appear to be just enjoying the fact that their team has returned to the national scene and celebrating a great year.

So it makes sense that the team is loose as well.

A loose team is only dangerous as long as they think they're in the game. So let's hope we come out strong and physical.

RTR!!!
 

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The 4th period reminded me of what they used to say about "middle drill" when Coach Stallings was in Tuscaloosa.
4th period sounds like a cake walk compared to what I have read about Coach Bryant's
gym class. But IIRC, I think gym class was all about off season conditioning. Two different things, I guess.
 
All I will say is that the Notre Dame fans down here are pretty complacent--I get the sense that they will be neither surprised or devestated if they lose tomorrow. They appear to be just enjoying the fact that their team has returned to the national scene and celebrating a great year.

So it makes sense that the team is loose as well.

A loose team is only dangerous as long as they think they're in the game. So let's hope we come out strong and physical.

RTR!!!
So ND is loose? So all the pressure is on Bama?!
 

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Me too although you risk having you head taken off by saying anything abou Cecil, some of his stuff don't seem like from a home town beat writer. Well I asked for it.
Cecil is much, much more than a hometown beat writer and he's respected widely on the national stage. And he doesn't sugar coat. When he started to hint at what the Dubose sanctions were going to be, he was crucified by a lot of Bama folks...
 

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I liked both pieces and I like Cecil lots.

I saw the interviews yesterday. Coach looked loose. Barrett Jones looked real loose. I would not have called McCarron tight, more business-like. I feel very good about the team's mindset.
 

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