The best way to slow this brutally efficient attack is, fortunately for the Buckeyes, something Jim Knowles' defenses execute regularly.
As you might imagine, such a task is easier said than done. Like most play-callers who come from the NFL, Monken does an excellent job of complementing every run from every formation with a screen, a 'movement' play-action pass that attacks horizontally, and a deep play-action 'shot' that all initially look like the same play.play, Monken will follow it up by releasing him out into the flat instead, catching the defender who expected a violent collision flat-footed.
He's just as likely to catch a pass over the middle as he is to get targeted on a bubble screen, using his 4.5 speed and a 6'4", 230 lb frame to make life miserable for cornerbacks who find themselves having to bring him down in the open field. With Bowers and Washington lined up all over the field, however, that 'space' often includes an all-conference lead-blocker.
This athleticism also allows him to extend his time in the pocket and find receivers downfield. While the UGA offensive line is often acclaimed for giving up just seven sacks this season, tied for the second-fewest in the nation, Bennett deserves just as much credit in this department.
Might need to allow Zach Harrison with his size and speed cover underneath with a safety over the top. Slide the line backer outside C gap for contain.
Except Kent State.
these dudes are going to feast against our sorry ass DB's
Brock Bowers is going to carry our DB’s into the endzone lol
A real OC, who focuses 100% on the offense. And not another guy who runs a million dollar plus business and oh hey, calls plays for his team.
Just be a smart and disciplined defense that’s fundamentally sound all game for 60+ minutes
Sonny Styles
Um yeah
Makes me wonder if Zach Harrison with all that size and speed could drop into coverage on TE’s?
Hopefully the Buckeyes offense can do some things vs a tough, vaunted Georgia defense besides the Buckeyes defense having to contain Georgia's offense. It's good that the Buckeyes can use the three headed monster RB with Chip Traynum, Dallan Hayden, and Miyan Williams. Maybe if
OSU is going to have their hands full in every facet of this game. Coach Day, time to prove you're an elite coach.
Here’s how to stop Georgia… Put Stetson Bennett on his back, early and often.