Jump to content

  • USF Bulls fans join us at The Bulls Pen

    It's simple, free and connects you to other South Florida Bulls fans!

  • Members do not see this ad, Register

Randolph pulled up

OhioBull

By OhioBull
in USF South Florida Bulls Athletics

 Share

Recommended Posts

OhioBull Proficient

OhioBull

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  45
  • Content Count:  473
  • Reputation:   157
  • Days Won:  2
  • Joined:  11/22/2004
Posted

I can't believe no one has commented on this.  I was watching the game on Fox and on the next to last play of the game where the ball went off the end of Ean Randolph's fingers he pulled up afraid to take the hit from the DB.  Fox showed the replay several times and Ean should have caught that ball.  Grothe hit him right where it needed to be hit and he pulled out of the run for sure.  If he makes that catch his momentum carries him into the end-zone from the 1-2 yard line and we win this game.  I am not going to fault Randolph too much because he was going to take a hit and he played a great game but folks that was the game right there.  If he doesn't pull up we get the W.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Guest

Guest

Posted
Posted
I can't believe no one has commented on this.  I was watching the game on Fox and on the next to last play of the game where the ball went off the end of Ean Randolph's fingers he pulled up afraid to take the hit from the DB.  Fox showed the replay several times and Ean should have caught that ball.  Grothe hit him right where it needed to be hit and he pulled out of the run for sure.  If he makes that catch his momentum carries him into the end-zone from the 1-2 yard line and we win this game.  I am not going to fault Randolph too much because he was going to take a hit and he played a great game but folks that was the game right there.  If he doesn't pull up we get the W.

Yes, it happens to the best of the receivers - hearing footsteps and worrying about getting hit.  He was fully extended when the ball hit his ands and he dropped it.

You can't pin this loss on any one play.  The fact remains that USF should not have needed to try a last minute comeback... on the series before, USF went three and out. Why not say there were plays there that would have helped? Or without Smith's fumble? or without the offensive pass interference penalty?...

One play does not a game make.  I'm sure Ean has been beating himself up about it, and will catch a similar pass next time.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
BULLfreak Toro Magnifico

BULLfreak

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  646
  • Content Count:  7,890
  • Reputation:   10
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  10/07/2004
Posted

that is what happens when little guys go over the middle he took some good licks all game and it just got to him

Link to comment
Share on other sites
tampajo Proficient

tampajo

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  4
  • Content Count:  538
  • Reputation:   0
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  12/27/2005
Posted
I can't believe no one has commented on this.  I was watching the game on Fox and on the next to last play of the game where the ball went off the end of Ean Randolph's fingers he pulled up afraid to take the hit from the DB.  Fox showed the replay several times and Ean should have caught that ball.  Grothe hit him right where it needed to be hit and he pulled out of the run for sure.  If he makes that catch his momentum carries him into the end-zone from the 1-2 yard line and we win this game.  I am not going to fault Randolph too much because he was going to take a hit and he played a great game but folks that was the game right there.  If he doesn't pull up we get the W.

Yes, it happens to the best of the receivers - hearing footsteps and worrying about getting hit.  He was fully extended when the ball hit his ands and he dropped it.

You can't pin this loss on any one play.  The fact remains that USF should not have needed to try a last minute comeback... on the series before, USF went three and out. Why not say there were plays there that would have helped? Or without Smith's fumble? or without the offensive pass interference penalty?...

One play does not a game make.  I'm sure Ean has been beating himself up about it, and will catch a similar pass next time.

........er, this was the next time. last week against the hillbillies, on the  pass over the middle in the first half, if he extends fully - and doesn't short arm it waiting for the big hit - he makes that catch and cruises to the end zone. didn't do it that time either. not to pile on, but it doesn't seem l ike old ean is a slot/over the middle kind of guy.....

Link to comment
Share on other sites
cptkid570 Rising Star

cptkid570

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  49
  • Content Count:  403
  • Reputation:   2
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  12/01/2005
Posted

I agree.  He definitely alligator armed it... on a side note, on the play before that, Grothe put the ball exactly where it needed to be, but the receiver had slowed down as he passed the db.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
mattegunz Experienced

mattegunz

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  112
  • Content Count:  687
  • Reputation:   20
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  12/24/2001
Posted

It's always easy to criticize from the sideline.  

Link to comment
Share on other sites
smazza Toro Magnifico

smazza

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  9,898
  • Content Count:  66,091
  • Reputation:   2,434
  • Days Won:  172
  • Joined:  01/01/2001
Posted

ANOTHER  on going problem with usf's receivers

they cant hold on to the ball

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Rabbi Bull Toro Magnifico

Rabbi Bull

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  110
  • Content Count:  3,103
  • Reputation:   0
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  03/14/2002
Posted
It's always easy to criticize from the sideline.  

amen, i would love to see you guys go out there and try to catch a football, with the prospect of getting hit in the back of your mind.  

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Kyle Grand Bull

Kyle

Posted
  • Group:  Member
  • Topic Count:  32
  • Content Count:  1,911
  • Reputation:   0
  • Days Won:  0
  • Joined:  09/26/2005
Posted

So soon you all forget the catch he made at UCF right in the middle that he got leveled making...and held on to the ball. If he doesnt make that catch, we dont score on that drive.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Tell a friend

    Love TheBullsPen.com? Tell a friend!

  • South Florida Fight Song

     

  • Quotes

    "There is no inherent fear among this group of players. The fear of failing drove the program from day one - the fear of failing the coaches, the fan base, the university, each teammate, themselves. Now, as we head into the biggest game in our history at home on a national stage against the highest ranked team to step on OUR field, the players are taking an introspective look at themselves. Unfortunately, I don't know if they get it. They lack the fear."

    Terry Lucas, 09/26/22  

  • Files

  • Recent Achievements

  • Popular Contributors

  • Quotes

    "For me, I never considered it that way (as a stepping stone), honestly. When I was offered the head job at South Florida, and I'm sincere about this, I never thought I would ever go anywhere."

    Jim Leavitt

     

×
×
  • Create New...

It appears you are using ad blocking tools.  This site is supported through ads.  Please disable in order to enjoy full access to The Bulls Pen.  Registration is free and reduces ads.

Got it!
Dismiss