Keys to beating Hoosiers

[hawkdrummer1]

I see Petras coming out nervous, trying to hard and then finally settling down. After that Iowa starts to control the game. The defense plays tough and gets a interception or two. Iowa's defensive line struggles a bit but they settle down to an effective containment of Pennix. Once Petras settles down, gets a few good passes, the running game opens up and Iowa controls the clock.

I think play-calling will be key to getting Petras settled down and comfortable as soon as possible. I'd look for some easy-to-complete pass plays on the first offensive series to build his confidence.

 

[Ian Pike Hammer]

I dunno, call me an unsympathetic caveman, but I really hope our defense punishes Penix.

 

[Fryowa]

I think play-calling will be key to getting Petras settled down and comfortable as soon as possible. I'd look for some easy-to-complete pass plays on the first offensive series to build his confidence.

So no flea flicker?

 

[ssckelley]

Call me old fashion but I think the key to beating Indiana is scoring more points than them.

 

[hawkdrummer1]

I dunno, call me an unsympathetic caveman, but I really hope our defense punishes Penix.

Nothing takes a QB out of his game faster (especially on the road) than getting his dick knocked in the dirt a couple of times.

 

[Northside Hawk]

Nothing takes a QB out of his game faster (especially on the road) than getting his dick knocked in the dirt a couple of times.

True in most cases, but one exception was last year's Northwestern game.

Should have gone for the jugular on that third drive. Of course it wasn't a true road game atmosphere because of fan restrictions.

 

[HawkeyeDenis]

I think play-calling will be key to getting Petras settled down and comfortable as soon as possible. I'd look for some easy-to-complete pass plays on the first offensive series to build his confidence.

Yes. I agree. I'm thinking easy passes, runs. Just let the defense do their stuff until Petras gets going.

 

[Ian Pike Hammer]

Yes. I agree. I'm thinking easy passes, runs. Just let the defense do their stuff until Petras gets going.

I disagree ! I think he,s ready and confident.

 

[hawkdrummer1]

I disagree ! I think he,s ready and confident.

Great, I hope so too...I think we'll see a much more confident SP. You still set him up for success with some easy to complete stuff early...get him in a positive rhythm.

 

[HawkeyeDenis]

I disagree ! I think he,s ready and confident.

I hope your right.

 

[Ian Pike Hammer]

I hope your right.

Oline must keep him upright

 

[1980HAWKFAN]

I disagree ! I think he,s ready and confident.

Let's hope so. I think if Petras comes out strong hitting his targets we will have a solid chance. First games are hard to predict when teams are somewhat similar in talent. I see it 24 to 21 Hawks.

 

[AIRHAWK]

Nothing takes a QB out of his game faster (especially on the road) than getting his dick knocked in the dirt a couple of times.

Penis in the dirt sounds great to me. He had to have been called Dick when he was a kid.