Last year Cal had an experienced QB who completed 60% of his passes. This year they have a starting QB in Maynard, who is the 253rd rated QB coming out of his HS class, is new to this Golden Bear system, and is a transfer from Buffalo U., where he was just mediocre. Unfortunately, that mediocrity has carried over to Cal.
Last year, Cal had 1200 yard-rusher, Shane Vereen. He left early and was drafted #2 in the NFL draft. His replacement is an okay, but, not dynamic runner Cal has consistently put on the field in recent years. (His name is Isi Sofele).
Cal's defense is okay, but, they have given up 21, 33 and 31 points to Fres.St, Colorado, and Washington, respectively. That won't cut it vs. Oregon.
Here is my bottom line: if Cal has a chance to stay in contention with Oregon, they need all their offensive "ducks" in line. They don't. I don't think you can go into Oregon(they're 8-2 as home favorites under Kelly) and expect to cover with BIG question marks on offense. And, Cal has big question marks on offense.
This is not a revenge game, but, it's close. Cal probably should have beaten the Ducks last year. I think coach Kelly will emphatically remind his team of that.
Oregon Ducks are my recommendation in tonight's ESPN, Pac 20 game. (I'll call the Pac 10 whatever I feel like calling them).
Thursday, October 6, 2011
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