Michigan's fans thoughts on the game...

[Gator Fever]

Sometimes I will take a look at a few of the Michigan forums just curious to see what they are saying about this game and this is what I am seeing mostly now:

Our offense against their defense is a joke matchup because its Nuss v Don Brown which would eliminate any concerns about their young secondary.

Contrary to what the media says about their youth their defensive front 7 will be one of the best in the country again due to non-starter playing experience and talent level.

Finebaum is full of sh*t talking about Alabama openers and the time they crushed Michigan and how he thinks Florida will probably win - because Florida is nowhere close to Bama level and Michigan is much better now.

They don't seem to say too much about our defense v their offense.

They think we still won't have a QB worth anything. A few think Zaire could be dangerous but they are definitely a minority.

 

[instaGATOR]

The nice thing about it Fev is that what they think, or what we think, won't have the slightest influence on the outcome of the game. Tell them to bet the farm if they are so sure of the outcome. I won't be betting anything more than a beer on that, or any other games played by boys on a Saturday afternoon. Throw in the game officials and it's nearly always a fool's bet...

 

[Gator Fever]

It probably will be a close game.

 

[sadgator]

We will probably have a much better chance of beating Michigan in the Outback Bowl in 5 months than we do in the opener.

 

[jimjim47]

Sometimes I will take a look at a few of the Michigan forums just curious to see what they are saying about this game and this is what I am seeing mostly now:

Our offense against their defense is a joke matchup because its Nuss v Don Brown which would eliminate any concerns about their young secondary.

Contrary to what the media says about their youth their defensive front 7 will be one of the best in the country again due to non-starter playing experience and talent level.

Finebaum is full of sh*t talking about Alabama openers and the time they crushed Michigan and how he thinks Florida will probably win - because Florida is nowhere close to Bama level and Michigan is much better now.

They don't seem to say too much about our defense v their offense.

They think we still won't have a QB worth anything. A few think Zaire could be dangerous but they are definitely a minority.

My biggest concern is our secondary against Florida's talented recievers. Michigan's starting Dline will be outstanding (Hurst projected 1st round pro, Rashan Gary would start anywhere in the SEC including Alabama). The Linebackers are not all new and are faster and more athletic than in the past. My hope is to pressure your QB's but I know FLorida will get some long passes off.

Speight will be the starter at QB and he played well before being hurt in game 10 against Iowa (and he has another year of being coached up by Harbaugh). The offensive line is coming along according to insider reports. The 4 freshman recievers were either the top class in 2017 or right behind Alabama have looked excellent in practice (but they are Freshman).

I know I am biased but I think Michigan has an advantage in coaching (Harbaugh over McElwain) and McElwain is a very good coach.

Hoping your young defense is not ready but expect a very close game. Again am very concerned with Michigan's young secondary.

 

[sadgator]

... but I know FLorida will get some long passes off.

Lol. You apparently haven't been following our team for the past 8 years or so.

 

[vic.valiant]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Michigan returns a very good starting QB to help out our young receivers, a deep RB corps and has excellent TE's...you guys are going to love the Hammering Panda Kahlid Hill.

Michigan's offense will be the difference and I don't see this as a close defensive game.

Michigan 34
Florida 17

Go Blue!

 

[Michi_Gator]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Michigan returns a very good starting QB to help out our young receivers, a deep RB corps and has excellent TE's...you guys are going to love the Hammering Panda Kahlid Hill.

Michigan's offense will be the difference and I don't see this as a close defensive game.

Michigan 34
Florida 17

Go Blue!

Coachingh edge does belong to Michigan, but our WR corps is probably as good as anyone in the country. Our TE are experienced and pretty good. Our RB group is very, very solid and our OL has a ton of experience. QB is our offensive question, hoping we start Zaire because much like Saban this new-age dual threat stuff makes Harbaugh's head spin. Our biggest offensive issue is our OC.

Your QB is the northern LDR. Very limited physically. If we put points on the board early and force Michigan to have to push that works into our advantage. Our defense is going to be very fast and better than you are giving them credit for. You sound like every other Michigan fan alive, everything is the bestest.

I think Michigan wins like 20-17 but not because of any huge adavantage. Brown and your front 7 v our QB and OC is the only advantage I see.

 

[vic.valiant]

our WR corps is probably as good as anyone in the country.

Based on what?

Last years performance and an unproven QB's ability to get the ball to them under pressure? I'm not being disrespectful I just don't see it.

Go Blue!

 

[PacoGator19]

Michigan returns a very good starting QB?? LOL

 

[EvilWayz]

It will be a long, boring game, and at the end, no matter who wins everyone will be thankful it's over.

 

[instaGATOR]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Michigan returns a very good starting QB to help out our young receivers, a deep RB corps and has excellent TE's...you guys are going to love the Hammering Panda Kahlid Hill.

Michigan's offense will be the difference and I don't see this as a close defensive game.

Michigan 34
Florida 17
Go Blue!

Based on what I saw last year...

Iowa 14 - 13 Mich - also rans in the has-been BigTen/12

Iowa 3 - 30 Florida - SECe-C

PS -- UF 16 - 7 @ LSU

But both of our last year opinions are drivel, because last years teams won't be playing each other this year.

 

[instaGATOR]

Based on what?

Last years performance and an unproven QB's ability to get the ball to them under pressure? I'm not being disrespectful I just don't see it.

Go Blue!

Base something on this for me:

The Gators have 9 players (10 * positions) that were voted to the All SEC Teams:

LT Martez Ivey 6-5 305 Jr (1)

WR Antonio Callaway 5-11 197 Jr (2)
* Also as a Return Specialist (3)

TE DeAndre Goolsby 6-4 244 Sr(3)
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K Eddy Pineiro 6-0 173 rsJr (2)

P Johnny Townsesn 6-1 211 rsSr (2)
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CB/Nic Duke Dawson 5-11 208 Sr (1)

DE/DT CeCe Jefferson 6-1 261 Jr (2)

SS Marcell Harris 6-1 211 rsSr (3) (injured out but UF is deep here)

DE Jabari Zuniga 6-3 245 rsSo (3) (Fr AA)
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2017 Watch List Gators:

WR Antonio Callaway Jr was named to the Paul Hornung Award Watch List.
In 2016, he achieved a feat last season that no Gator player ever has;
he has scored a rushing, receiving, passing, punt return and kickoff return touchdown in a career, (in just 2 seasons actually).
~ ESPN's Tom Luginbill compares Callaway to Heisman Finalist WR Amari Cooper. "Lightening in a Bottle"

RB Jordan Scarlett Jr 5-10 213 was named to the Doak Walker Award Watch List.

TE DeAndre Goolsby Sr was named to the Mackey Award Watch List.

LT Martez Ivey Jr was named to the Outland Trophy Watch List.

OC T.J. McCoy rsSo was named to the Rimington Trophy Watch List.
He was also named to the Wuerffel Trophy Watch List.

CB Duke Dawson Sr was named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List.
He was also named to the Bednarik Award Watch List.
He was also named to the Jim Thorpe Award Watch List.

DE/DT CeCe Jefferson Jr was named to the Bednarik Award Watch List.
He was also named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List.

DE Jabari Zuniga rsSo was named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List.

K Eddy Pineiro rsJr is named to the Lou Groza Award Watch List.
In 2016 he was named a 2nd Team All SEC going 21 of 25 for 84%.
He made 11 field goals of 40-plus yards, including two in the Outback Bowl.
He was also 3 of 3 on 50+ yard FG's, making 2 at 54 yards.
* Eddy has kicked an 81 yard FG in full pads at practice.

P Johnny Townsend rsSr is named to the Ray Guy Award Watch List.
With 29 punts of 50+ yards and 27 punts inside the 20 yard line, he was 1st Team All-SEC.
So in 2016 he was a Guy Finalist as he led the Nation with a 47.9 yards per punt average.
* Going into his rsSr season, he has a Career 45.1 yard average with 63 punts of 50+ yards.
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Coach Jim McElwain was named to the Bobby Dodd Watch List.
The Dodd Trophy, college football's most coveted coaching award, celebrates the head coach of a team who enjoys success on the gridiron, while also stressing the importance of scholarship, leadership and integrity – the three pillars of legendary coach Bobby Dodd's philosophy.
Since 2015 in the SEC, only Bama has more overall wins, and in SEC games, it's UA 15 wins to UF's 13.
Overall, the Gators are 19-8 under McElwain, which ties Spurrier for the second-most by a UF head coach through his first two seasons.

 

[jimjim47]

Based on what I saw last year...

Iowa 14 - 13 Mich - also rans in the has-been BigTen/12

Iowa 3 - 30 Florida - SECe-C

PS -- UF 16 - 7 @ LSU

But both of our last year opinions are drivel, because last years teams won't be playing each other this year.

Well, Speight did quarterback Michigan to 9 wins last year. How many Florida wins will your starting QB have?

 

[LizardGrad89]

Well, Speight did quarterback Michigan to 9 wins last year. How many Florida wins will your starting QB have?

I've seen the list of those wins. Nobody worth a damn. Speight is a flaming pile of average, and just like always, our SEC defensive ends will run circles around your clodhopper Otackles and beat the snotbubble out of him.

Expect at least one strip and score and 3 interceptions, I expect one of them to be a pick 6.

 

[LizardGrad89]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Michigan returns a very good starting QB to help out our young receivers, a deep RB corps and has excellent TE's...you guys are going to love the Hammering Panda Kahlid Hill.

Michigan's offense will be the difference and I don't see this as a close defensive game.

Michigan 34
Florida 17

Go Blue!

You are HEAVILY delusional.

Just like most Michigan fans, you are looking at what you expect for the end of the year and carrying it back to game 1.

Your defense is predicated on assignment football. You can't be that aggressive unless everybody knows exactly what to do, because one player out of position equals 6 points. With 10 new starters, expect a lot of them to be out of position. They simply aren't used to playing together as a unit. I HOPE AND PRAY your defense comes out in full pressure mode, UF will drop 50 on you.

It is LAUGHABLE that you think you can come out with 20 new starters, a new kicker, new punter, new kick returner and new punt returner, and play lights out your first game. That is simply not how the world works.

And lets not forget that while Ann Arbor is lounging in the 70's every day, Florida and Texas are both rolling out 90-95 degree days. One team is going to be ready for the heat, and one is going to MELT. Care to guess which is which?

Florida by a minimum 20, I'm looking at 38-10.

 

[TennesseeGator]

We are going to score more points than many are predicting. I think high 20's minimum up to 38 possible.

 

[sadgator]

And lets not forget that while Ann Arbor is lounging in the 70's every day, Florida and Texas are both rolling out 90-95 degree days. One team is going to be ready for the heat, and one is going to MELT. Care to guess which is which?

Doesn't that stadium have a roof?

 

[sadgator]

Honestly, sadgator has absolutely no idea whatsoever what to expect from this game. High score, low score, defense, offense, win, loss, blowout, close...just no clue or feeling at all. Nothing would surprise sadgator.

 

[jimjim47]

I've seen the list of those wins. Nobody worth a damn. Speight is a flaming pile of average, and just like always, our SEC defensive ends will run circles around your clodhopper Otackles and beat the snotbubble out of him.

Expect at least one strip and score and 3 interceptions, I expect one of them to be a pick 6.

LOL. SEC defensive ends. As I said earlier Mo Hurst is a 5th year senior DT projected to be a 1st round NFL draft choice and Rashan Gary would start for Alabama but your Oline will dominate them because you are in the SEC.

I saw (went to the game) your defense get shredded by Michigan two years ago in the Bowl game (I know you can't live in the past) but I believe Florida was in the SEC then.

The NFL trumps the SEC and Harbaugh won there.

It will be a close game but please stop with this SEC,SEC BS. Just pray your team plays well considering it is the first time Florida will play an away game to start the season for the first time in like 26 years.

 

[Gator Fever]

My biggest concern is our secondary against Florida's talented recievers. Michigan's starting Dline will be outstanding (Hurst projected 1st round pro, Rashan Gary would start anywhere in the SEC including Alabama). The Linebackers are not all new and are faster and more athletic than in the past. My hope is to pressure your QB's but I know FLorida will get some long passes off.

Speight will be the starter at QB and he played well before being hurt in game 10 against Iowa (and he has another year of being coached up by Harbaugh). The offensive line is coming along according to insider reports. The 4 freshman recievers were either the top class in 2017 or right behind Alabama have looked excellent in practice (but they are Freshman).

I know I am biased but I think Michigan has an advantage in coaching (Harbaugh over McElwain) and McElwain is a very good coach.

Hoping your young defense is not ready but expect a very close game. Again am very concerned with Michigan's young secondary.

How is that young secondary looking in practice?

 

[Gator Fever]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Michigan returns a very good starting QB to help out our young receivers, a deep RB corps and has excellent TE's...you guys are going to love the Hammering Panda Kahlid Hill.

Michigan's offense will be the difference and I don't see this as a close defensive game.

Michigan 34
Florida 17

Go Blue!

I do think Michigan will have a very good front 7 despite the departures.I am not sure if we will be able to take advantage of that secondary a lot or not. I want to see our offense on the field before I am convinced of the hype.

Well your QB has experience in big games which is a plus but I wouldn't classify him as a game changer. How much Michigan scores will come down to how much we can slow your power running game down most likely.

 

[EvilWayz]

The NFL trumps the SEC and Harbaugh won there.

What an idiotic argument. Charlie Weis did just fine in the NFL and sucked it up in college.

College players =/= Pro players. There's a reason why they call it the next level.

 

[instaGATOR]

LOL. SEC defensive ends. As I said earlier Mo Hurst is a 5th year senior DT projected to be a 1st round NFL draft choice and Rashan Gary would start for Alabama but your Oline will dominate them because you are in the SEC.

I saw (went to the game) your defense get shredded by Michigan two years ago in the Bowl game (I know you can't live in the past) but I believe Florida was in the SEC then.

The NFL trumps the SEC and Harbaugh won there.

It will be a close game but please stop with this SEC,SEC BS. Just pray your team plays well considering it is the first time Florida will play an away game to start the season for the first time in like 26 years.

So who does the mighty meat-chickens begin their seasons against?

2016 - Home Mi 63 - 3 UH (always a tough away start for meechigen)

2015 - Mi 17 - 24 @ Utah
(what happens when they aren't at home with Har-Har)

2014 - Home Mi 52 - 14 AppSt (RUTS Thugs pay-back for 2007?)

2013 - Home Mi 59 - 9 C.Mich

2012 - Home Mi 14 - 41 UA
(when they start with an SEC opponent, even at home)

2011 - Home Mi 34 - 10 W.Mich

2010 - Home Mi 30 - 10 U-Conn

2009 - Home Mi 31 - 7 W.Mich

2008 - Home Mi 23 - 25 Utah
(even when they are at home vs a powerhouse team)

2007 - HOME MI 32 - 34 APP-ST (a D-2 at the time) LMFAO!!!

You were saying???

 

[instaGATOR]

Well, Speight did quarterback Michigan to 9 wins last year. How many Florida wins will your starting QB have?

Nice 'duck & dodge' bs answer. What I expected though...

UF has not yet named a starter for 2017.

However, the 2016 starter (LDR) won 5 games while suffering 2 injuries, (leg and shoulder) forcing the Purdue Grad-xfer backup to come in twice during the season. UF's 2016 QB's were (Del-Rio, Appleby, Del-Rio, Appleby). Off season, last years starter (LDR) had surgery on both shoulders, but he is back now competing for the starters job, so we'll see. They might even play more than one QB in our games....

 

[instaGATOR]

LOL. SEC defensive ends. As I said earlier Mo Hurst is a 5th year senior DT projected to be a 1st round NFL draft choice and Rashan Gary would start for Alabama but your Oline will dominate them because you are in the SEC.

I saw (went to the game) your defense get shredded by Michigan two years ago in the Bowl game (I know you can't live in the past) but I believe Florida was in the SEC then.

The NFL trumps the SEC and Harbaugh won there.

It will be a close game but please stop with this SEC,SEC BS. Just pray your team plays well considering it is the first time Florida will play an away game to start the season for the first time in like 26 years.

No, because the Gator OL is now that good.
And I saw what your meat-chickens did at home vs SEC in 2012.

The NFL trumps the SEC??? And where do most of the NFL players come from, especially on Def? The SEC, so do try and keep up!

Who will your DL'men need to beat? Nobody, right?

LT Martez Ivey 6-5 315 Jr ***** - named to the Outland Trophy Watch List.

OC T.J. McCoy 6-1 314 rsSo - named to the Rimington Trophy Watch List.
He was also named to the Wuerffel Trophy Watch List.

RT Jawaan Taylor 6-5 334 So.
Fr All SEC and a Fr All American.
Then ESPN elected him to the All SEC Bowl Team as a true Fr.

LG Brett Heggie 6-4 330 rsFr - UA-AA and The Opening
He took a Fr redshirt, but is now the projected starter for 2017.
OR
LG/RG/C Tyler Jordan 6-4 310 Jr
He played both RG and C before being injured out in 2016.

RG/RT Fred Johnson 6-6 330 Jr
Florida HS 7A All State
OR
RG Antonio Riles 6-4 328 rsJr
The RG starter before he was injured out for the season last Aug and redshirted. His offers included: Bama, Clem, UL, MichSt.

The Gator OL is now a solid 3 deep and might be the best unit on the team.
No need to ask; "Where's the Beef"

Your guys will likely make a play here and there, always happens, but if you think that they will dominate the Gator's OL, then .

 

[instaGATOR]

And oh BTW --- The SEC Networks 'Game Day' show will be with the Gators in Arlington vs Mich.

In addition, former LSU coach Les Miles and former Gators coach Steve Spurrier will serve as guests during the telecast.

 

[LizardGrad89]

Doesn't that stadium have a roof?

It actually does have a retractable roof. I assumed it will be open unless lightning delays occur, because, you know, football, but those pasty Northerners may have begged for it to be closed. It's a point.

 

[LizardGrad89]

LOL. SEC defensive ends. As I said earlier Mo Hurst is a 5th year senior DT projected to be a 1st round NFL draft choice and Rashan Gary would start for Alabama but your Oline will dominate them because you are in the SEC.

I saw (went to the game) your defense get shredded by Michigan two years ago in the Bowl game (I know you can't live in the past) but I believe Florida was in the SEC then.

The NFL trumps the SEC and Harbaugh won there.

It will be a close game but please stop with this SEC,SEC BS. Just pray your team plays well considering it is the first time Florida will play an away game to start the season for the first time in like 26 years.

Oh, I'm sorry, will your defensive tackles be playing against our defensive ends? If not, I fail to see your point.

Our DE's are FAST. Ce Ce Jefferson will be past your Otackle before he gets out of his stance. I expect to see Michigan run up the middle a lot, it's the only way to negate the speed advantage.

 

[GvilleNole]

UF has not yet named a starter for 2017.

However, the 2016 starter (LDR) won 5 games while suffering 2 injuries, (leg and shoulder) forcing the Purdue Grad-xfer backup to come in twice during the season. UF's 2016 QB's were (Del-Rio, Appleby, Del-Rio, Appleby). Off season, last years starter (LDR) had surgery on both shoulders, but he is back now competing for the starters job, so we'll see. They might even play more than one QB in our games....

I think this is it. UF QB plays well and can pass .. UF wins. UF QB depends on the run .. and defense .. wont be enough to beat Mich like it may have been in the last two years.

 

[instaGATOR]

I think this is it. UF QB plays well and can pass .. UF wins. UF QB depends on the run .. and defense .. wont be enough to beat Mich like it may have been in the last two years.

I'm not sure that defense + punter, with the running game + FG kicker wouldn't be enough, unless Mich just lights it up in all phases that day.

 

[EvilWayz]

No need to ask; "Where's the Beef"

boom! Insta drops a solid pop culture reference!

For those of you not born yet when this phrase was uttered:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where's_the_beef?

 

[instaGATOR]

boom! Insta drops a solid pop culture reference!

For those of you not born yet when this phrase was uttered:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where's_the_beef?

Evil, when those 2 precious old ladies came on, I laughed till I had a stomach ache over them. I still get a smile whenever I remember them.

 

[phxpanther]

Michigan returns a very good starting QB?? LOL

Lol. And their starting CB has plenty of experience, 3 games.

I love how these clowns project their players are going to step up and be great. And none of the Gator new players will be any good, and none of our guys will improve

 

[phxpanther]

Well, Speight did quarterback Michigan to 9 wins last year. How many Florida wins will your starting QB have?

Well, LDR who probably won't win the job was 5-1, and only loss came while hurt. Still a better win % than Speight.

How long will UM be Urban's bitch

 

[phxpanther]

While the projected Michigan corners Hill and Long are young they do have some experience (9 and 3 games respectively) between them.

I'm not seeing Florida's projected starters as being able to run up and down the field on these guys based on their performances from 2016.

If the Michigan D-line and Brown's blitz happy philosophy can keep pressure on whomever is starting for Florida they will be able to protect our young secondary.

Ok. Your entire post was ridiculous, but lets focus on this. Your corners had a TOTAL of 4 tackles and 1 PBU COMBINED. And yet they have plenty of experience????

As far as the Gators WRs go, Antonio Callaway has been a stud since he stepped on campus. Tyrie Cleveland was a true fr and averaged 21 yards per reception in limited opportunities. He had a 98 yard td vs LSU's, NFL secondary.

Brandon Powell is a very good slot. James Robinson is a true fr with a ton of potential. And Dre Massey is returning from injury.

Phil Steele rates the Gator receivng corp #1 in SEC, and #4 in the nation.

And the Gator OL is very good and very experienced, they should hold up just fine

 

[Gator Fever]

http://btn.com/2017/08/11/dienhart-5-things-i-learned-at-michigan-fall-practice/



Michigan is really getting some serious work in for the Gators it looks like.

 

[blockm2]

And the Gator OL is very good and very experienced, they should hold up just fine

Well they were a terrible offensive line last season. Why do you think they are all of a sudden very good?

 

[Gator Fever]

Well they were a terrible offensive line last season. Why do you think they are all of a sudden very good?

Probably because our coach keeps bragging about them. I think its more of a motivational tool myself however. I see us being better at O line but not even close to being elite there like some team like Bama.

What do you think of your O line? It sounds like we are really going to be good at getting after the QB. Not as sure about stuffing the run however.

 

[blockm2]

Probably because our coach keeps bragging about them. I think its more of a motivational tool myself however. I see us being better at O line but not even close to being elite there like some team like Bama.

What do you think of your O line? It sounds like we are really going to be good at getting after the QB. Not as sure about stuffing the run however.

When I look at Florida's OL from last season, I see little reason to believe they will be good this season, but they will probably improve a bit.

Michigan's OL will probably be better run blocking than last season but might struggle pass blocking early in the season. They are adding physically stronger players to the mix, but inexperienced guys tend to get confused vs blitzes.