We lost to the #11 team by 10 points in one of the most hostile places you can play. The schedule we have this year is brutal. OU, Alabama, Ole Piss and A&M are all exceeding expectations. Even Clemson is starting to come around.
Having said that, here is what we are looking at. We have injuries everywhere but especially the OL. We are also inexperienced at WR. Sellers is not himself because of the system he is under. But part of that is that is because everyone has tape on him now. They know his tendencies. Shula is trying to teach him to be more of a dropback passer, but he seems to do better rolling out. The running game has been better the last 2 games, but it is not enough. Then you have Sellers himself who does not seem to be able to read the defenses very well and make quick throws. He holds the ball too long which results in sacks and hurries. I think I saw him once or twice tonight drop the ball over the oncoming linebacker blitz to an open receiver. He just does not see the field. Finally, the playcalling in critical situations is questionable.
SC is working with some serious handicaps this year after surprising everyone last year. This season is probably going to end up like 2023. If it does, I expect to see some transfers out. Heck, I can see where Sellers may decide to transfer out along with Nick Harbor. There may be coaching changes at OC and OL too, but only if the AD presses the issue with Beamer.
It is all a hot mess right now. I don't see any solutions during the season unless the light just comes on for some of these guys.
