DII Semi-Final: Graham vs Pittsburg [Archive] - Page 2

Deuce

12-09-2009, 11:41 AM

I probably will be away from internet the rest of the week, so I will close with this. Defense wins championships!!! If Graham goes out and can stop the Pitt offense early, we will win the game. There is more than one kid on our D that can lay the wood I promise, because I have seen it on many occasions this year. Yes our D does not have the fastest kid in Texas on it, but the overall team D speed will be able to swarm the ball and create turnovers. As far as the offense, with what some are saying about Pitts D, I think we will have no problems scoring alot of points. Pitt loads up double teams on the WR's, then we send the waterbug at them. They load up in the box, then we strike with the pass. Turnovers will play a major part in who wins this game. It has been a fun week, but I am going hunting for a couple of days. Keep it clean while I am gone!!

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:51 AM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
I'm going to bring a pillow and sleeping bag for the QB & RB because they will be on the ground so much that it will look like they are having a sleep over:taunt: Yes, I can tell you have seen film of Pitts D:D They are awesome and will no doubt put McCoy to the turf often:doh: You are also correct about your RB. He will probably go down early and often:p

I was really surprised by your totally unbiased post:)

Only thing missing was "Go Pittsburg Pirates"
:clap: :clap:

Bring some earplugs too, cause when Pitt gets rolling the noise will be like an alarm clock:eek:

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 11:58 AM

I pretty sure the graham D will hit silent on that alarm clock real fast, I watched them take a RB that had rushed for over 500 yards in the first three games of the playoffs and drop him for negitve yards in the first half. I dont know if the swarming D of the steers can stop pitt but they can slow them down enough.

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 12:05 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
I pretty sure the graham D will hit silent on that alarm clock real fast, I watched them take a RB that had rushed for over 500 yards in the first three games of the playoffs and drop him for negitve yards in the first half. I dont know if the swarming D of the steers can stop pitt but they can slow them down enough. The question will be weather they can stop RB and receivers too. Pitt usually has = pass/run yardage. They will take what you give them. :D

You start stopping 1 and they will hit you with the other.
:)

EX-STEER78

12-09-2009, 12:36 PM

Originally posted by LE Dad
Yes, I can tell you have seen film of Pitts D:D They are awesome and will no doubt put McCoy to the turf often:doh: You are also correct about your RB. He will probably go down early and often:p

I was really surprised by your totally unbiased post:)

Only thing missing was "Go Pittsburg Pirates"
:clap: :clap:

Bring some earplugs too, cause when Pitt gets rolling the noise will be like an alarm clock:eek:

This is what both teams will look like after the game

Graham :wave:
Pitt.:bigcry:

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 12:38 PM

You are right, they do have to stop both if they want to win but I think they probly know that by now. One thing that I have seen that has went unmentioned is the D-line from graham they are very good, they can make plays.

go blue 64

12-09-2009, 01:06 PM

Originally posted by LE Dad
The question will be weather they can stop RB and receivers too. Pitt usually has = pass/run yardage. They will take what you give them. :D

You start stopping 1 and they will hit you with the other.
:)

weather????:)

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 01:08 PM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
This is what both teams will look like after the game

Graham :wave:
Pitt.:bigcry: Man, you are killing me with all this honesty. You hit it again! Graham will be waving bye to their title hopes and Pitt will be crying for joy at the prospect of winning a second SC.:clap: :clap:

go blue 64

12-09-2009, 01:14 PM

I hope the "whither " is not to bad at game time.

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 01:16 PM

Originally posted by go blue 64
weather????:) ...and what an excellent post 20:clap: :clap:

Makes me wait on pins and needles for 21:thumbsup:

:D

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 01:20 PM

Originally posted by go blue 64
I hope the "whither " is not to bad at game time. .... And there it is:clap: :clap:

wait for it.....

wait for it....

And now....

LOL :D :clap:

next post 23... Keep em coming :dispntd: :dispntd:

Deuce

12-09-2009, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by LE Dad
.... And there it is:clap: :clap:

wait for it.....

wait for it....

And now....

LOL :D :clap:

next post 23... Keep em coming :dispntd: :dispntd:

I wish you would wither away into another thread instead of getting on this one with useless information!!

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 01:39 PM

Originally posted by Deuce
I wish you would wither away into another thread instead of getting on this one with useless information!! Hey Pot:wave:

NIJacket

12-09-2009, 01:49 PM

First, Know nothing about Graham. I'm sure they're a great team, or they wouldn't be here.
Pittsburg will bring Burns to the table. He had over 2000 yds before the playoffs, and will probably be all-state. I will not attempt to quote 40 times, cause I don't know or care, just that he's fast, and more importantly, quick. He has a BIG offensive line, probably the best at creating lanes for him I've seen. He can go outside or inside with that group.
Pitt running the spread keeps you honest, because if Manley doesn't hand of to Burns, he will keep it and go the other way, he's good at reading the D for that. He does have good running ability, so containment will be needed. They will throw over the cornerback's head when they have single coverage to the rollout side, and good run yds after the catch.
They have a pretty good receiver corps, but you have to make sure not to let them suck you up on the fake, if they get behind you, he can reach them.
Their kicker was second team all state as a sophomore. He hits from 55 in pregame just because he can. Most of his kickoffs can be in the end zone, I don't know what happened at the last game, maybe it was the sort of Icy ground and footing, or coach was respecting the return by having him kick away, because three went OB on the KO. Their KO coverage was bad, the kicker made three tackles to save a TD, he is not a Gramattica type, more like Vineteri (sp) when it comes to getting physical. Their Defense stopped the double threat of Antonio Graves by containing his scrambles. PG appeared to be content to throw on them, and not have the QB draw as their initial choice. PG was with them through three quarters, in the lead at the end of 2 & 3, but the wheels came off, and Pitt racked up 24 unanswered. They have a great LB in Attaway, I'm sure he'll introduce himself to the skill players.
Anyway, all this from someone who has seen them.
Graham, we shall see how you two match up come 11:00pm.
Good l=uck to both, and here's to injury free football.

steers2

12-09-2009, 02:38 PM

from what i can gather, it sounds like the winner will be the team that has the ball last. it should be a shootout. which defense is gonna step up?

Steer81

12-09-2009, 03:10 PM

Originally posted by NIJacket
First, Know nothing about Graham. I'm sure they're a great team, or they wouldn't be here.
Pittsburg will bring Burns to the table. He had over 2000 yds before the playoffs, and will probably be all-state. I will not attempt to quote 40 times, cause I don't know or care, just that he's fast, and more importantly, quick. He has a BIG offensive line, probably the best at creating lanes for him I've seen. He can go outside or inside with that group.
Pitt running the spread keeps you honest, because if Manley doesn't hand of to Burns, he will keep it and go the other way, he's good at reading the D for that. He does have good running ability, so containment will be needed. They will throw over the cornerback's head when they have single coverage to the rollout side, and good run yds after the catch.
They have a pretty good receiver corps, but you have to make sure not to let them suck you up on the fake, if they get behind you, he can reach them.
Their kicker was second team all state as a sophomore. He hits from 55 in pregame just because he can. Most of his kickoffs can be in the end zone, I don't know what happened at the last game, maybe it was the sort of Icy ground and footing, or coach was respecting the return by having him kick away, because three went OB on the KO. Their KO coverage was bad, the kicker made three tackles to save a TD, he is not a Gramattica type, more like Vineteri (sp) when it comes to getting physical. Their Defense stopped the double threat of Antonio Graves by containing his scrambles. PG appeared to be content to throw on them, and not have the QB draw as their initial choice. PG was with them through three quarters, in the lead at the end of 2 & 3, but the wheels came off, and Pitt racked up 24 unanswered. They have a great LB in Attaway, I'm sure he'll introduce himself to the skill players.
Anyway, all this from someone who has seen them.
Graham, we shall see how you two match up come 11:00pm.
Good l=uck to both, and here's to injury free football.

Wow they sound awesome! Why are the Steers even showing up for this one? To quote a Texas Quaterback who is the winningest in Football History "Don't make this bigger than it really is."

Bullaholic

12-09-2009, 03:17 PM

Originally posted by Steer81
Wow they sound awesome! Why are the Steers even showing up for this one? To quote a Texas Quaterback who is the winningest in Football History "Don't make this bigger than it really is."

Aw c'mon Steer81---I thought this was a pretty straight forward and honest post about Pitt based on what the guy has seen---it didn't strike me as chest-beating at all, but that is strictly IMO---different impressions for different posters, I guess.

Deuce

12-09-2009, 03:27 PM

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 03:31 PM

Originally posted by Deuce
I agree! Take it to em STEERS! Since it is 18 pages of talk " and knowing this board its mostly useless info" ;) What kind of defense does Graham use and from the last game, looks like it works ok.

EX-STEER78

12-09-2009, 03:36 PM

Originally posted by LE Dad
...and what an excellent post 20:clap: :clap:

Makes me wait on pins and needles for 21:thumbsup:

:D

And your talking an excellent post I'm glad that you can count what comes next I'm not sure, can you help or are you going to have to get a friend to help you since you have ran out of toe's and fingers.

How about we start talking about the game. hint: that's what this tread is about. THANKS:thumbsup:

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 03:38 PM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
And your talking an excellent post I'm glad that you can count what comes next I'm not sure, can you help or are you going to have to get a friend to help you since you have ran out of toe's and fingers.

How about we start talking about the game. hint: that's what this tread is about. THANKS:thumbsup: gotta love new people... :rolleyes:

EX-STEER78

12-09-2009, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by NateDawg39
gotta love new people... :rolleyes:

I may be new but at least i don't have 2090 post that don't mean jack.

Hey is your team still in the playoffs

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 03:49 PM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
I may be new but at least i don't have 2090 post that don't mean jack.

Hey is your team still in the playoffs

...Natedawg plays for the Bears.

:doh:

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 03:52 PM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
I may be new but at least i don't have 2090 post that don't mean jack.

Hey is your team still in the playoffs Nope my team won 2 games woo woo!! and you are annoying and probably have a silly mustache :nerd:

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 03:53 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
...Natedawg plays for the Bears.

:doh: No I am on team Tebow :inlove: :inlove: :inlove: :inlove: :inlove:

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 04:02 PM

Originally posted by NateDawg39
No I am on team Tebow :inlove: :inlove: :inlove: :inlove: :inlove:

You mean next year after you guys draft him? Is the locker room pretty pumped about him switching off with Cutler?

Steer81

12-09-2009, 04:02 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
Aw c'mon Steer81---I thought this was a pretty straight forward and honest post about Pitt based on what the guy has seen---it didn't strike me as chest-beating at all, but that is strictly IMO---different impressions for different posters, I guess.

Did not think it was chest beating at all. He gave the Pitt side of the story and made a case they are to good to lose (that's my take) I was pointing out with tounge in cheek that you can say what you want but don't make this bigger than it really is. It's TWO good teams meeting on the field. I can tell by looking at who they have played that Pitt has not seen a Def. like the Steers are going to bring. And Pitt should not over look that fact. But we shall see.

Bullaholic

12-09-2009, 04:05 PM

Originally posted by Steer81
Did not think it was chest beating at all. He gave the Pitt side of the story and made a case they are to good to lose (that's my take) I was pointing out with tounge in cheek that you can say what you want but don't make this bigger than it really is. It's TWO good teams meeting on the field. I can tell by looking at who they have played that Pitt has not seen a Def. like the Steers are going to bring. And Pitt should not over look that fact. But we shall see.

Two good teams with proud, noisy fans is a good thing, Steer81. We've been eating the ice cream in the playoff sundae the last few weeks--now it's time to enjoy the cherry...

EX-STEER78

12-09-2009, 04:05 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
...Natedawg plays for the Bears.

:doh:

Hey look everyone DD-11 is out of school and can come back to play.

DD-11 did you get a Gold Star today for being a good boy. :cheerl:

garciap77

12-09-2009, 04:06 PM

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/24_420Higgins20td20catch.jpg

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 04:07 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
Two good teams with proud, noisy fans is a good thing, Steer81. We've been eating the ice cream in the playoff sundae the last few weeks--now it's time to enjoy the cherry... :confused: :confused:

Bullaholic

12-09-2009, 04:09 PM

Originally posted by NateDawg39
:confused: :confused:

I realize that some people in Decatur may never have eaten an ice cream sundae, Nate...:D It's called a "metaphor"....:D

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 04:12 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
I realize that some people in Decatur may never have eaten an ice cream sundae, Nate...:D It's called a "metaphor"....:D Oh I caught the metaphor Ken, Just was not aware anyone in Bridgeport could type something as intelligent and witty as that statement :D

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 04:12 PM

What's a metaphor?

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 04:14 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
What's a metaphor? Its what the evil transformers are after I think...or could be Chinese for silly bananas, either way its a fun word

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 04:27 PM

Originally posted by EX-STEER78
Hey look everyone DD-11 is out of school and can come back to play.

DD-11 did you get a Gold Star today for being a good boy. :cheerl: I still bet you have a silly mustache...;)

NIJacket

12-09-2009, 04:32 PM

Originally posted by Steer81
Did not think it was chest beating at all. He gave the Pitt side of the story and made a case they are to good to lose (that's my take) I was pointing out with tounge in cheek that you can say what you want but don't make this bigger than it really is. It's TWO good teams meeting on the field. I can tell by looking at who they have played that Pitt has not seen a Def. like the Steers are going to bring. And Pitt should not over look that fact. But we shall see.

You are quite right, it was not chest beating. They are not my team. I was just giving the forum my honest assesment. I was in no way implying they were good to win OR lose. I was not trying to make it bigger than it really is, I ws just stating what is from that point of view. People are free to take it and make it as big as they want. I just thought, based on the posts I had read, my info would offer insight, nothing more.:)

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 04:34 PM

How is the pitt defense? Will they match up good against the high powered offense from graham? You say pitt has a RB that has ran for 2000 ± yards and are worried how he will be stopped well on the other side of the ball you have a QB that has thrown for 4000 ± yards 50 tds and have a RB who has 1300 yds and accounted for 20 tds. I haven't seen pitt them play so just wondering.

NateDawg39

12-09-2009, 04:38 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
How is the pitt defense? Will they match up good against the high powered offense from graham? You say pitt has a RB that has ran for 2000 ± yards and are worried how he will be stopped well on the other side of the ball you have a QB that has thrown for 4000 ± yards 50 tds and have a RB who has 1300 yds and accounted for 20 tds. I haven't seen pitt them play so just wondering. I saw highlights of their game with Kennedale which was touted as the top running attack in the country this year. Id say that the defense has what it takes to hold the line of scrimmage and they are quick to the perimeter... Might be hard to get a running attack going against them

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 04:41 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
...Natedawg plays for the Bears.

:doh: LOL, Nate Vasher up on Da Bears. Wish he was back at T High. They needed his speed BADLY.:p

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 04:43 PM

Originally posted by NIJacket
You are quite right, it was not chest beating. They are not my team. I was just giving the forum my honest assesment. I was in no way implying they were good to win OR lose. I was not trying to make it bigger than it really is, I ws just stating what is from that point of view. People are free to take it and make it as big as they want. I just thought, based on the posts I had read, my info would offer insight, nothing more.:) :clap: :clap:

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 04:43 PM

I saw some highlights from there game last week and you are right there is a lot of quickness on that team.

Rustler

12-09-2009, 05:26 PM

Originally posted by NIJacket
First, Know nothing about Graham. I'm sure they're a great team, or they wouldn't be here.
Pittsburg will bring Burns to the table. He had over 2000 yds before the playoffs, and will probably be all-state. I will not attempt to quote 40 times, cause I don't know or care, just that he's fast, and more importantly, quick. He has a BIG offensive line, probably the best at creating lanes for him I've seen. He can go outside or inside with that group.
Pitt running the spread keeps you honest, because if Manley doesn't hand of to Burns, he will keep it and go the other way, he's good at reading the D for that. He does have good running ability, so containment will be needed. They will throw over the cornerback's head when they have single coverage to the rollout side, and good run yds after the catch.
They have a pretty good receiver corps, but you have to make sure not to let them suck you up on the fake, if they get behind you, he can reach them.
Their kicker was second team all state as a sophomore. He hits from 55 in pregame just because he can. Most of his kickoffs can be in the end zone, I don't know what happened at the last game, maybe it was the sort of Icy ground and footing, or coach was respecting the return by having him kick away, because three went OB on the KO. Their KO coverage was bad, the kicker made three tackles to save a TD, he is not a Gramattica type, more like Vineteri (sp) when it comes to getting physical. Their Defense stopped the double threat of Antonio Graves by containing his scrambles. PG appeared to be content to throw on them, and not have the QB draw as their initial choice. PG was with them through three quarters, in the lead at the end of 2 & 3, but the wheels came off, and Pitt racked up 24 unanswered. They have a great LB in Attaway, I'm sure he'll introduce himself to the skill players.
Anyway, all this from someone who has seen them.
Graham, we shall see how you two match up come 11:00pm.
Good l=uck to both, and here's to injury free football. :clap: Great Post:clap: I enjoyed the read. Graham has a Good deffensive line. This should be a good match-up to watch between the O-line of Pitt and D-line of Graham. The skill players for Graham are as tough a group as I have seen all year. RB just keeps coming. WR are tough and strong. They can take the wood and they can bring the wood. Watching Attaway against this group is going to be interesting as well. I agree it will take all 4 quarters so yes it may take till 11PM for the winner to emerge. Thanks again for your post!

BwdLion73

12-09-2009, 09:18 PM

Going to be out of pocket for the next few days, good luck to Graham from your Brownwood foes.:D

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 10:40 PM

This thread has 2 comments in 6 hours.

You guys have nothing to talk about unless I'm around.

trusteer/trublu

12-09-2009, 10:45 PM

LE and DD enjoy your posting>>>u run a great debate...I am enjoying your thoughts and in sight....Pitt is fast and loaded, maybe on paper they should win BUT..what I do KNOW is the Graham Boys...a very prideful, hardworking bunch with that one ingredient it takes to seperate the Men from the Boys...HEART!!! Their heart and drive will see them through this game and into the next...Go Steers:inlove: :inlove: :inlove:

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 10:45 PM

Do yall think pitt will change there Defense to try to slow Mccoy and crew down are stick with what they got?

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 10:47 PM

See....I don't post all day and then within 5 minutes of me posting there are as many comments as the past 6 hours.

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 10:51 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
This thread has 2 comments in 6 hours.

You guys have nothing to talk about unless I'm around. Lol, What do you want? Looks like it's all been put out there.:D

kinda like FOX News... We report, you decide:thinking:

and now back to Daddy D in the studio :p

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 10:51 PM

Trusteer you hit it right on the head I agree with you all the way there is no way pitt can match the desire and intensity of the steers. Hopefully the steers will play 4 hard quaters like we all know they can.

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 10:57 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
Trusteer you hit it right on the head I agree with you all the way there is no way pitt can match the desire and intensity of the steers.

No disrespect intended at all, but I promise you Pittsburg wants it just as bad.

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 10:57 PM

Originally posted by trusteer/trublu
LE and DD enjoy your posting>>>u run a great debate...I am enjoying your thoughts and in sight....Pitt is fast and loaded, maybe on paper they should win BUT..what I do KNOW is the Graham Boys...a very prideful, hardworking bunch with that one ingredient it takes to seperate the Men from the Boys...HEART!!! Their heart and drive will see them through this game and into the next...Go Steers:inlove: :inlove: :inlove: Thank you:D That was my intent to :stirpot: up a little debate and kinda give ya'll a view from someone fairly familar with Pitt. :)

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:04 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
Do yall think pitt will change there Defense to try to slow Mccoy and crew down are stick with what they got? Pitt will not use the same scheme that they used against PG. PG has a QB that can take it to the house from anywhere on the field. They played more of a contain and control without much pressure on QB. I think they will pressure a bit more this week. Think they will take a chance with McCoy scrambling, rather than giving him the time they did Graves.:thinking:

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:09 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
No disrespect intended at all, but I promise you Pittsburg wants it just as bad. Believe me Pittsburg, Mt Pleasant and even some Gilmer folks are fired up about this game. Pitt has been here before, but it's been awhile and they are just as hungry as anyone. :)

#1 TEXAN

12-09-2009, 11:10 PM

I dont doubt it one bit that they want it bad. I just hope pitt can match the intensity without forcing anything and making mistakes.
I think you are right about the D-scheme they will bring the pressure lets just hope it doesnt hurt them, that QB can make excellent reads and changes.

Inmateboss

12-09-2009, 11:12 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
See....I don't post all day and then within 5 minutes of me posting there are as many comments as the past 6 hours.

It's pure hell being so popular, huh!!!! And we didn't want you to feel left out!!!:( All the kiddos are tucked safe in their beds ,so you might be able to post without an attack,LOL:eek:

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:16 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
It's pure hell being so popular, huh!!!! And we didn't want you to feel left out!!!:( All the kiddos are tucked safe in their beds ,so you might be able to post without an attack,LOL:eek: It's that pink hoodie that makes him sooo popular Lol:D

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:22 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
I dont doubt it one bit that they want it bad. I just hope pitt can match the intensity without forcing anything and making mistakes.
I think you are right about the D-scheme they will bring the pressure lets just hope it doesnt hurt them, that QB can make excellent reads and changes. This will be a real chess match. Both QBs are coaches sons, both run Spread offense, both are balanced on O and solid on D. Probably will be continuious adjustment made from 1st series on. Proper halftime adjustments will be critical.:)

Inmateboss

12-09-2009, 11:23 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
No disrespect intended at all, but I promise you Pittsburg wants it just as bad.

I know Pitt wants as bad as we do! This is where all the hard work and "Being Smart, and Playing Smart", are going to factor in. This should be one hell of a ball game. :D

Inmateboss

12-09-2009, 11:28 PM

Originally posted by LE Dad
This will be a real chess match. Both QBs are coaches sons, both run Spread offense, both are balanced on O and solid on D. Probably will be continuious adjustment made from 1st series on. Proper halftime adjustments will be critical.:)

Man you got that right, I think both teams have the talent, strength, and desire. This could wind up being who can be the first to the punch!!!

He does look good in pink, don't he!!!!:D :D

LE Dad

12-09-2009, 11:50 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
Man you got that right, I think both teams have the talent, strength, and desire. This could wind up being who can be the first to the punch!!!

He does look good in pink, don't he!!!!:D :D Yep, should be good one.

Daddy D knows it takes a real man to wear pink.:p

Daddy D 11

12-09-2009, 11:51 PM

You guys try so dang hard to drag me back into this thread:mad:

LOL

Inmateboss

12-09-2009, 11:56 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
You guys try so dang hard to drag me back into this thread:mad:

LOL

Worked!!!!:D

wimbo_pro

12-10-2009, 07:17 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
I don't need to know the kids personally to see how fast they were. There isn't one kid on the field besides #33 on the offense that has decent speed. Everyone else is just average white boy 3A speed. QUIT GETTING ALL MAD ABOUT IT. I'm not saying that Graham is going to lose and I'm not saying you are a bad team or I wasn't impressed. I'm just saying there isn't a whole lot, if any true or above average speed on the field. I watched the game with two Celina grads who in high school played in a state championship game every year and also sat with 2 LH grads. All of these kids mentioned have 2 big, fat, shiny state rings on their hand and the first comment any of us made was that the defense is slow. The fastest player on the team is #33. We laughed the entire second quarter at the though of one of the LH teams or Celina teams playing Graham.

I'm not knocking them personally, I'm not knocking the game plan or anything like that and I'm not saying that they aren't a good football team, they are obviously doing fine with exactly what they're doing. All I'm saying is that if you think you have team speed you're high.

In Daddy D's defense, I heard the same thing from some who saw the game against Wimberley. Graham is not the fastest team around...but thats OK. If they play like they did last Friday night, they arent going to need it.

There is nothing wrong with admitting one's shortcomings, especially if you make up for it in other ways. Wimberley was neither the fastest nor the biggest team when we won state...
I predict Graham will win it as well, and they are neither the fastest nor biggest around.

Ragin Red

12-10-2009, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by wimbo_pro
In Daddy D's defense, I heard the same thing from some who saw the game against Wimberley. Graham is not the fastest team around...but thats OK. If they play like they did last Friday night, they arent going to need it.

There is nothing wrong with admitting one's shortcomings, especially if you make up for it in other ways. Wimberley was neither the fastest nor the biggest team when we won state...
I predict Graham will win it as well, and they are neither the fastest nor biggest around.

:clap: :clap: :thumbsup: :ditto:

garciap77

12-10-2009, 11:02 AM

Go Graham!!!
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/20091024-041016-pic-614253142_t607.jpg

Ragin Red

12-10-2009, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by garciap77
Go Graham!!!
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/20091024-041016-pic-614253142_t607.jpg

GO WYLIE

GO STEERS

Make it a December to Remember for District 2-3A!!!!!!

:clap: :clap: :D

NIJacket

12-10-2009, 02:41 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
How is the pitt defense? Will they match up good against the high powered offense from graham? You say pitt has a RB that has ran for 2000 ± yards and are worried how he will be stopped well on the other side of the ball you have a QB that has thrown for 4000 ± yards 50 tds and have a RB who has 1300 yds and accounted for 20 tds. I haven't seen pitt them play so just wondering.

I really think with a passer that has stats like McCoy, Pitt is going to have a problem stopping the pass. They basically put a spy on Graves to contain him, and he was allowed to throw, but not scramble. They had trouble stopping the pass to the extent that PG didn't need the run to be in the lead after three. The wheels came off later, but Pitt has an Achilles heel that can be exploited by a top rated passing team like the Steers. It will probably turn into a shootout, with the team that can get the stops winning.

Daddy D 11

12-10-2009, 02:56 PM

#1 TEXAN

12-10-2009, 05:15 PM

Originally posted by NIJacket
I really think with a passer that has stats like McCoy, Pitt is going to have a problem stopping the pass. They basically put a spy on Graves to contain him, and he was allowed to throw, but not scramble. They had trouble stopping the pass to the extent that PG didn't need the run to be in the lead after three. The wheels came off later, but Pitt has an Achilles heel that can be exploited by a top rated passing team like the Steers. It will probably turn into a shootout, with the team that can get the stops winning.

Ya I think you are right, they can drop everyone they have to try to slow down McCoy but when they do that then they are gonna leave things open for 33 who is very hard to take don one on one in the open field. Its gonna be a good one!

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 05:15 PM

Originally posted by garciap77
Go Graham!!!
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/20091024-041016-pic-614253142_t607.jpg

Good job on the pics Garcia, Thanks!!!

Daddy D 11

12-10-2009, 05:29 PM

4 comments in 4 hours.

:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping:

Bullaholic

12-10-2009, 05:31 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
4 comments in 4 hours.

:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping:

O.k., Daddy D---just for you:

Which team has the best coach?

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 05:41 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
O.k., Daddy D---just for you:

Which team has the best coach?

On this I think you should have asked Injured!!!:eek:

Bullaholic

12-10-2009, 05:45 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
On this I think you should have asked Injured!!!:eek:

Oh, I wasn't asking Daddy D, specifically, I was just trying to get him some action on the thread since he thinks things were too quiet. Anybody can answer the question.

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
4 comments in 4 hours.

:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping:

Hold on got to get another Fosters!!! Mate!!!:D

NateDawg39

12-10-2009, 05:48 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
Oh, I wasn't asking Daddy D, specifically, I was just trying to get him some action on the thread since he thinks things were too quiet. Anybody can answer the question. I would sat coach Henson...its amazing how he can get a bunch of rag tag misfits to play some good football year after year :devil:

Daddy D 11

12-10-2009, 05:48 PM

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 05:49 PM

Originally posted by Bullaholic
Oh, I wasn't asking Daddy D, specifically, I was just trying to get him some action on the thread since he thinks things were too quiet. Anybody can answer the question.

Yea but Injured hasn't got to throw Brad McCoy' name around on here today, he has been trying to get it on every thread!!!:D Just thought I'd help him out a bit!!!:D

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 05:52 PM

Be back later, city wide Pep Rally tonight. got to go!!

GO GRAHAM STEERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

garciap77

12-10-2009, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
Good job on the pics Garcia, Thanks!!!

Compliments of Thomas Metthe Abilene Reporter News!

Inmateboss

12-10-2009, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by garciap77
Compliments of Thomas Metthe Abilene Reporter News!

Please pass along an ATTA BOY, from the Steer Fans!!!

#1 TEXAN

12-11-2009, 12:25 AM

Just wanted to remind pitt to eat there wheaties in the morning when they wake up because they could have a long night coming and I would hate for them to have lack of energy.

steerz2010

12-11-2009, 08:44 AM

OK it's gameday and all the smack that has been written and said doesn't mean anything now... May the best team win. Since its my B-Day of course I would like to see Graham's first bid for a state championship. We have waited a long time.

To the steer players (many are here every night reading your posts), Its time to leave it all on the field. Put up or shut up.

To the Pirates... I hope Saturday morning you are like Wimberley was last week and are still wondering what hit you... and I hope Saturday morning you feel like you've been run over by a train!!!

I also need a reason to come back to 3Adownlow next week... that will be a great birthday gift...

Rustler

12-11-2009, 09:30 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
4 comments in 4 hours.

:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping: Better than reading you run down newbies and others!:wave: :wave: :wave:

ccmom

12-11-2009, 10:51 AM

So....I had planned to be there to cheer on the Steers tonight, but unfortunately I will not be there. Someone yell extra loud for me!! Go Steers Go!! :clap: :clap:

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 10:52 AM

Admit it, without me y'all have nothing to talk about.

garciap77

12-11-2009, 10:57 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
Admit it, without me y'all have nothing to talk about.
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd185/garciap77/DaddyD11GrahamFan.jpg
:D :D :D

;)

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 11:00 AM

Who's that good lookin feller?!

garciap77

12-11-2009, 11:10 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
Who's that good lookin feller?!

That's McDirty!!!:D

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 11:18 AM

Originally posted by garciap77
That's McDirty!!!:D

Ssssshhhhhhhh.

:devil:

garciap77

12-11-2009, 11:19 AM

:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping:

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by garciap77
:sleeping: :sleeping: :sleeping:

:evillol: :evillol: :evillol: :evillol: :catredx:

steers2

12-11-2009, 11:24 AM

Originally posted by ccmom
So....I had planned to be there to cheer on the Steers tonight, but unfortunately I will not be there. Someone yell extra loud for me!! Go Steers Go!! :clap: :clap:

ccmom, i got you covered on that one. good luck to yall on sat.

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 11:49 AM

I would like to proudly announce that I have been the sole reason every Graham thread in the playoffs has had the most posts each week:D

I sure can :stirpot:.

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 11:49 AM

Right now we are blowing the Wylie-Gilmer thread outta the water.

Everyone that has been involved pat yourselves on the back this morning and go get yourself a cookie!

#1 TEXAN

12-11-2009, 12:14 PM

Whats the score gonna be in this one?

steers2

12-11-2009, 12:26 PM

Originally posted by #1 TEXAN
Whats the score gonna be in this one?

i am guessing, but i am no expert. i think:
graham 42
pitt 28 to 35ish
GO STEERS!!:D

go blue 64

12-11-2009, 01:09 PM

Originally posted by Rustler
Better than reading you run down newbies and others!:wave: :wave: :wave:

well said :)

go blue 64

12-11-2009, 01:12 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
Good job on the pics Garcia, Thanks!!!

Great picture thanks for putting it up.:)

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 01:34 PM

Pitt 7
Graham 6

Pitt blocks an extra point in the first half and wins:D

Rattler

12-11-2009, 02:14 PM

Graham 21 pitt 13

NIJacket

12-11-2009, 02:16 PM

Originally posted by steers2
i am guessing, but i am no expert. i think:
graham 42
pitt 28 to 35ish
GO STEERS!!:D

I think I will agree. I think it will be high scoring, but Pitt will not get the stops they need on all the drives. If the Steers win, it will be about that,Graham in the 40's, Pitt around 30.

'X' gets the square.

garciap77

12-11-2009, 02:37 PM

Graham 2

Pitt 0
:D

Real Score will be:
Graham 42

Pitt 14

Go Steers!!!!!!

hollywood

12-11-2009, 04:28 PM

Graham 35
Pitt 21

Too much O for Pitt to handle. Grahams D will be able to have some game changing stops on drives to win by 14 or maybe more if you get 'em down early.

skins4life

12-11-2009, 04:44 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
Why not?

Oh and in case you are curious, in order to cheapen it up even more than the scholarships I got originally.. I elected to go through my undergraduate in 3 years:D

I mean.. why not? Right?

Hey Daddy D 11, CONGRATS on the early graduating.
My youngest is going to get his MASTERS in 5 years.

#1 TEXAN

12-11-2009, 04:47 PM

34 STEERS

24 PITT

Pudlugger

12-11-2009, 08:09 PM

Listening to the webcast. Wow these announcers are major homers LOL.

Steers 7 - 0

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 09:00 PM

Originally posted by skins4life
Hey Daddy D 11, CONGRATS on the early graduating.
My youngest is going to get his MASTERS in 5 years.

That's awesome! In what?

Scatback20

12-11-2009, 09:34 PM

I have to go with Pitt in this one. Too much speed. You can't tackle what you can't catch. Graham will be their best matchup to date....
Pitt 34 Graham 24:2thumbsup

BULLS1993

12-11-2009, 09:41 PM

score?:confused:

Bullaholic

12-11-2009, 09:42 PM

Originally posted by BULLS1993
score?:confused:

19-3 Graham at half. Graham/Pitt update thread is active below.

BULLS1993

12-11-2009, 09:47 PM

thanks. im a lil slow but i found it!

Daddy D 11

12-11-2009, 09:51 PM

Originally posted by Scatback20
I have to go with Pitt in this one. Too much speed. You can't tackle what you can't catch. Graham will be their best matchup to date....
Pitt 34 Graham 24:2thumbsup

You do know Graham is up 19-3 in the third right?

BULLS1993

12-11-2009, 09:53 PM

ok maybe im not the slowest turtle on this track :eek:

wimbo_pro

12-11-2009, 10:58 PM

Graham wins. good work guys..it wasnt pretty, but you are in the Big Show. Go for the gold!!!

gameface

12-11-2009, 11:02 PM

Congrat's Graham! Exciting Webcast tonight on Teamline. You earned it. Hope to see yall in the final next week. Leopards have gameface on!

LionFan72

12-11-2009, 11:06 PM

Congrats on a difficult win. Defense was outstanding, offense is still outstanding. One more and bring it home to the little Southwest District.

Attaboys!

Deuce

12-11-2009, 11:40 PM

Congrats to Pitt on great season. This Steers are rolling! I am so happy i cant type. OUT!!!!!

Inmateboss

12-12-2009, 02:49 AM

How about them GRAHAM STEERS!!!!!! Way to go guys, it was a fight to the end and ya'll pulled it out!!!! Thats the way a deep playoff game should be, right to the end!!! Way to man up, our D did an outstanding job! The 2009 GRAHAM STEERS Have done this little Town so Proud were about to bust, God bless everyone of you!!!!:D

Congrats to Pitt on a hard fought game, their QB is a total STUD!!! We hit him and hit him, and hit him again, and he just kept coming!!!:clap: Bravo young man, you did your team proud!! The whole team did a great job,and put up one hell of a fight, Be proud it was a good game!!!

GO GRAHAM STEERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Let's go get one more !!!!!!:clap: :inlove: :clap:

Z-RO

12-12-2009, 02:52 AM

It’s easier to just post the same response on this thread then typing out a whole bunch of the same thing worded differently:

In my opinion the turnovers ended up evening out even though Grahams were more self inflicted. However, Pitt got luck on a few calls. One in particular the QB threw the ball behind the line of scrimmage while being wrapped up and the Graham kid picks it up and is off to the races. It was VERY CLEAR that this was a fumble, but I think an inadvertent whistle saved them. Regardless it was nice to see that Graham had the "Athletes" that those east Texas teams haven’t seen up until this point to overcome adversity :p

Hats off to the Graham defense, those guys did one hell of a job http://www.the-mainboard.com/forum/Smileys/default/heythere.gif

go blue 64

12-12-2009, 06:41 AM

WHAT A GREAT WIN. It is hard to play a tough pre district schedule. It is very hard to play in a very tough district, but after all that if you make it to the playoffs LOOK OUT. GREAT WIN for the TEAM, for the coaches, the town and our district. Keep it going. GO GRAHAM STEERS!!!!:) :) :) :)

Rattler

12-12-2009, 10:06 AM

Great job Steers, with out the fumbles, they may have never scored 14. They Defence was did a great job.

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 11:25 AM

Originally posted by Rattler
Great job Steers, with out the fumbles, they may have never scored 14. They Defence was did a great job.

And without their fumbles you would have only scored 13.

steers2

12-12-2009, 11:28 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
And without their fumbles you would have only scored 13.

yeah but who won?? i think its time for you to be quite. thanks in advance

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 11:29 AM

Originally posted by steers2
yeah but who won?? i think its time for you to be quite. thanks in advance

I think it's time you read what I've been putting on the other threads.

I was rooting for the Steers the whole time and was cheering the entire game but I hate when one side says turnovers killed them and cost them points but won't acknowledge that it did the same to the other team.

You'd think after a little while on the board that you would start to get a clue.

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 11:30 AM

Originally posted by steers2
yeah but who won?? i think its time for you to be quite. thanks in advance

It's quiet, not quite:2thumbsup

steers2

12-12-2009, 11:39 AM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
It's quiet, not quite:2thumbsup
oh sorry mr state rep. and stud student at Baylor. were all are not as smart as you. just keep sitting on here blowing your mouth, running up your posts, while we go to the state final, then maybe after that you will quit poking at our team after every win.

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 11:42 AM

Originally posted by steers2
oh sorry mr state rep. and stud student at Baylor. were all are not as smart as you. just keep sitting on here blowing your mouth, running up your posts, while we go to the state final, then maybe after that you will quit poking at our team after every win.

Not poking. Just not on my knees taking it from the almighty Graham Steers. I've said 10 times that you guys were the better team and that's why you won but quit saying if you take this away or take that fumble away or if so and so catches this then we win by more. It's all garbage and none of it matters, like I said last night... GRAHAM WON. That is all that matters. Quit trying to say you could have won by more.

And don't forget, I've been where you're going twice before. We actually won both ours. Got rings to prove it:D You could win next week and still have less rings.

N4SIR

12-12-2009, 11:54 AM

After next week you will still have 2 rings and they will have none

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 11:59 AM

Originally posted by N4SIR
After next week you will still have 2 rings and they will have none

IDK I think it'll be a good game no matter who shows up to face em. Maybe it's wishful thinking but doesn't Waco seem like a good medium for either LG or Carthage?

Anyone heard any rumors about where it could be played?

steers2

12-12-2009, 12:06 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
IDK I think it'll be a good game no matter who shows up to face em. Maybe it's wishful thinking but doesn't Waco seem like a good medium for either LG or Carthage?

Anyone heard any rumors about where it could be played?

yeah but not gonna tell you:D

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 12:09 PM

Originally posted by steers2
yeah but not gonna tell you:D

You're scared of a possible face to face meet huh? HAHA don't be. It'll be fun shooting the bull with all you goons.

steers2

12-12-2009, 12:10 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
You're scared of a possible face to face meet huh? HAHA don't be. It'll be fun shooting the bull with all you goons.

LOL, no really. if la grange wins today it will be at UT, if carthage wins it will be at SMU.

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 12:12 PM

Originally posted by steers2
LOL, no really. if la grange wins today it will be at UT, if carthage wins it will be at SMU.

Well I sure as hell hope LG wins now! UT campus is 20 minutes from my house. Don't think LG wins this one though but I'm hoping.

steers2

12-12-2009, 12:15 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
Well I sure as hell hope LG wins now! UT campus is 20 minutes from my house. Don't think LG wins this one though but I'm hoping.

thats just what one of the players told me last night, i am sure it could change.

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 12:16 PM

Originally posted by steers2
thats just what one of the players told me last night, i am sure it could change.

Well I doubt one of your friends would lie to you;) After all, you are still in high school.

grahampaw

12-12-2009, 12:16 PM

Originally posted by N4SIR
After next week you will still have 2 rings and they will have none Do you get rings for sitting in the stands?Cause if you do I cant wait!!!!

grahampaw

12-12-2009, 12:18 PM

Hey Daddy Duh, How does the slow Graham D hold the 4.3 speedster Burns to 60 yards?

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 12:37 PM

Originally posted by grahampaw
Hey Daddy Duh, How does the slow Graham D hold the 4.3 speedster Burns to 60 yards?

Pitt had 281 through the air. That's more than Graham had. I said last week a good passing team will move the ball on Graham's secondary because they aren't that fast. And Pitt proved me right. That is all I said. Never said Graham can't stop the run.

Too bad Pitt played sloppy and Graham was the better team. Which is also what I said earlier in the week (that Graham was the better team).

Inmateboss

12-12-2009, 12:49 PM

Originally posted by grahampaw
Do you get rings for sitting in the stands?Cause if you do I cant wait!!!!

Nobody said they don't!!! So I have already ordered mine to beat the rush!!!:D :D :D

GO GRAHAM STEERS !!!!!!!!! BEAT La GRANGE (hey I can hope, right)!!!!

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 12:55 PM

Originally posted by Inmateboss
Nobody said they don't!!! So I have already ordered mine to beat the rush!!!:D :D :D

GO GRAHAM STEERS !!!!!!!!! BEAT La GRANGE (hey I can hope, right)!!!!

It was kind of funny. First time LH won state only the players that were on the original varsity squad and a handful of JV move ups got rings. Along with the coaches of course, the Super, and the Principal.
Second time around...... Every single football player that got moved up got one (literally every player because everyone is invited to keep practicing and suiting out for the games) and then coaches wives, vice principals, the supers wife, cheer leaders, band directors.. everyone LOL it was funny.

wimbo_pro

12-12-2009, 01:21 PM

It happened here too! What the heck..they pay for their own ring anyways...let em enjoy it!

Daddy D 11

12-12-2009, 01:26 PM

Originally posted by wimbo_pro
It happened here too! What the heck..they pay for their own ring anyways...let em enjoy it!

The first or the second time?

Oh, wait... Never mind.

:stirpot: :stirpot: :stirpot: :taunt: :taunt: :cheerl: :devil: :D :p

steers2

12-12-2009, 01:57 PM

Originally posted by Daddy D 11
Well I doubt one of your friends would lie to you;) After all, you are still in high school.
go play in the street;)

Z-RO

12-12-2009, 02:00 PM

If La Grange wins WHY would Graham agree to play in Austin? La Grange is only like a hour and a half away. I would think Waco would be the ideal location so more fans could attend for Graham. You play in Austin and you are pretty much giving them the home field advantage.

steers2

12-12-2009, 02:03 PM

Deuce

12-12-2009, 07:06 PM

Originally posted by Deuce
I probably will be away from internet the rest of the week, so I will close with this. Defense wins championships!!! If Graham goes out and can stop the Pitt offense early, we will win the game. There is more than one kid on our D that can lay the wood I promise, because I have seen it on many occasions this year. Yes our D does not have the fastest kid in Texas on it, but the overall team D speed will be able to swarm the ball and create turnovers. As far as the offense, with what some are saying about Pitts D, I think we will have no problems scoring alot of points. Pitt loads up double teams on the WR's, then we send the waterbug at them. They load up in the box, then we strike with the pass. Turnovers will play a major part in who wins this game. It has been a fun week, but I am going hunting for a couple of days. Keep it clean while I am gone!!

HMMM, I guess the "newbies" do have some good insight!!! Congrats to Pitt on a great season.

Rustler

12-13-2009, 08:46 AM

Originally posted by Z-RO
If La Grange wins WHY would Graham agree to play in Austin? La Grange is only like a hour and a half away. I would think Waco would be the ideal location so more fans could attend for Graham. You play in Austin and you are pretty much giving them the home field advantage. :thinking: McCoy=Texas Longhorns..............Grahams coach gets to coach on a sideline where First QB son plays........and where Second QB son is????Well, suppose to play.....All in the Family.:thinking: Doesnt matter Carthage wins so off to SMU site of bad parking.