Petrino brought in a stellar 2015 class many of whom played lots of minutes this year. Compared to any other Petrino team anywhere the offense has been anemic. Hopefully with all these experienced sophomores + next years people things will improve. The QB position has been the problem. Last year's starter, Will Gardner never got over his injuries and never played this year - he's transferring. Local players Bolin and Bonnafon were used but were inconsistent. Recruits Tyler Ferguson and Tyler Bruggeman were highly touted but once Lamar Jackson was signed they never stayed long. Jackson is amazing but inconsistent so far. Once he learns to get past the first read he'll be better. Played half the time this year and no doubt will start next year all the time barring the return of Johnny Unitas.
Considering the loss of players from 2014 to the pros, the defense for 2015 was only a slight step backwards and improved during the year keeping us in and winning games.
Compared to v1 this Bobby P is a kinder, gentler coach (at least with the media)
. So far he's been unable to run it up on anyone other than FBS teams.The highlight for me of the first two regular seasons has been the beating of cross-state rival UK(who's fans constantly point out just being in the SEC makes them better than 90% of the schools in the US) for the 4th and 5th straight games. Bowl game last year against Miami enjoyable our win streak vs. them is now 4. Looking forward to the game this year with the Aggies.
Swamp Daddy
