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All-TigerNet [12065]
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Field goals in the playoffs...
Dec 14, 2017, 11:16 AM
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Anyone else concerned over this?
Pretty sure Alex Spence lets the pressure get to him and there will be plenty in the playoffs.
I don't think we can risk field goals longer than say 33 yards. We just need to go for it, even if it's 4th and 10.
The worst thing you can do for a kicker with shaky confidence is have him go miss a 40 yard FG.
I guess the plus side is that it will keep some drives alive when we would have otherwise settled for 3.
Thoughts?
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Re: Field goals in the playoffs...
Dec 14, 2017, 11:18 AM
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Go for it on 4th down all day.
Spence’s nerves are not settled.
If we lose it will be due to special teams.
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CU Guru [1878]
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That long one in the ACCCG gave me more confidence
Dec 14, 2017, 11:43 AM
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If he's able to hit from 46 yards outdoors in the cold, I say we give him a shot from 40 yards and shorter on 4th and long.
4th and short, I think we should be going for it anywhere outside of the 20 yard line.
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Re: Field goals in the playoffs...
Dec 14, 2017, 11:43 AM
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It crossed my mind this morning. I hope it does not come down to a field goal. If it does, I hope Spence delivers.
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Orange Blooded [3573]
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We've kicked 5 FGs in the playoffs
Dec 14, 2017, 12:01 PM
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2 against OU 26 and 36 yarders
2 against Bama in 2016 37 and 31 yards
1 against Ohi-0 that was 45.
Doesn't look like 1) we are heavily reliant on FGs but 2) when we do kick they are relatively close.
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Standout [316]
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Re: Field goals in the playoffs...
Dec 14, 2017, 12:15 PM
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FGs may not be an issue because Bama can't get off the field on 3rd downs. This is definitely their weakest D since 07
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CU Guru [1826]
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Not sure I am in favor of going for it on 4th and 10
Dec 14, 2017, 12:30 PM
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with our defense. Maybe a pooch punt (like Deshaun's) and make them drive 95+ is a better option sometime. Now if we are down in the game, different story.
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Orange Blooded [4804]
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He’s a Clemson Tiger football player
Dec 14, 2017, 12:47 PM
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When the time comes he will kick it and make it. Stop worrying about it.
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He's been kicking a lot better since being told he's actually left footed
Dec 14, 2017, 12:57 PM
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Found out the news about an hour ago. Is now making them from 70.
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Re: He's been kicking a lot better since being told he's actually left footed
Dec 14, 2017, 1:33 PM
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Ha! Another thought is that Clemson is so darn good at moving the ball that they rarely have to try for long field goals. The D usually gives the O excellent field position and KB and company are rarely required to move the ball very far. Most field goal attempts are within 40 yards. If the Tigers can flip the field they will be fine.
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Its a significant concern, but I can't do a thing about it
Dec 14, 2017, 1:45 PM
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So I wont think about it again until some point the evening of Jan 1
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Re: Its a significant concern, but I can't do a thing about it
Dec 14, 2017, 1:50 PM
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No one knows for sure. Honestly, it's the only major concern for any Tiger fan. But, if the offense and defense do their jobs, it probably will not matter.
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Legend [17854]
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Re: Its a significant concern, but I can't do a thing about it
Dec 14, 2017, 1:51 PM
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I would agree. I'm hoping that it is a non-issue. Will add extra excitement if it is close in the 4Q.
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Go for it! 7 > 3*2
Dec 14, 2017, 3:45 PM
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Not that getting a 4th down conversion guarantees a touch down but it does ensure a closer field goal on the next series.
If the coaches know they are going for it on 4th down then on 3rd down it completely changes the play calling opening up options.
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