Even without Samaje Perine and Joe Mixon, the Sooners were able to gut out a 10-point victory on the road against the Iowa State Cyclones.
And they have Dimitri Flowers to thank.
After not carrying the ball once this year, the versatile fullback gained 115 yards on 22 carries and added a touchdown reception for good measure. An amazing performance that saved the Sooner’s bacon against a deceptively decent team on the road on a Thursday night. And let’s not forget another stellar outing by Westbrook.
The most frustrating part is that there are defensive players that are flat out not playing hard. Several players on defense take plays off. And some of them are seniors…
The most frustrating part is that there are defensive players that are flat out not playing hard. Several players on defense take plays off. And some of them are seniors…
The defense on the other hand…I understand they only gave up 24 points, but the problems are still there. And they aren’t going away. The most frustrating part is that there are defensive players that are flat out not playing hard. Several players on defense take plays off. And some of them are seniors who should be leaders by example.
There are guys literally walking if the ball isn’t near them. It’s an embarrassment and it’s been going on all year. Only thing left is to hope the offense can keep out-scoring their opponents.
As such, they will need a big day against Baylor this Saturday at Owen Field.
Not too sure how to feel about this game. The Bears started the season 6-0 but have since lost two straight and are coming off a blowout loss to TCU in Waco. And it’s not like they haven’t been playing free of distraction to begin with.
Add to that the fact that Shock Linwood is suspended for shoving an assistant coach and you might expect the Bears to pack it in. That of course is what makes them dangerous. Do they fold up the tents or come into Norman ready to right the ship?
I think if we can jump on them early, they fold. But that would mean the defense would have to make some early stops. Therein lies the problem.
So the Worry Meter is at 75% this week. Hoping for a blowout. But this game is more likely a shootout. With all that being said…BOOMER!!!
–– Dave
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