Tuggle has emerged
Justin Tuggle finished the game 6-12 for 150 yards and two touchdowns. He appeared much more comfortable under the helm today. Despite his funky, Vince Young-like delivery, his passes are crisp and timely and he made the biggest plays. He also flashed some quickness when eluding the rush. Spaziani said of the quarterback situation,” We’ve made progress. There’s more evidence to base a decision on. I still don’t think it’s a clear cut, no brainer. I don’t know if we’ll have one guy, but we’ll have this narrowed down a little bit.”
Offensive line out of sync
After gaining 236 yards on the ground last week (6.2 yards a carry) the eagles were held to 126 yards (3.4 yards a carry). This unit was supposed to be our strong point, but today they were outplayed. The interior lineman of Emmett Cleary, Matt Tennant, and Tom Claiborne were beat consistently by a smaller and quicker front from Kent State.
Quigley pins opponents
Ryan Quigley, the sophomore punter, had three punts inside the 20-yard line including two inside the five. Five of his 11 punts have been inside the 20 this year. He has been effective at angling his punts and getting enough hang time to give the coverage unit a chance to down the ball. Quigley does not get the nearly as much credit he deserves.
Young linebackers played well (again)
After an impressive debut last week our young group once again excelled. Nick Clancy and Dominic LeGrande each recorded their first career interceptions and Luke Kuechly recovered a fumble. They were a big reason why Kent State managed just 60 yards on the ground.
Pass rush lacking
BC was unable to get consistent pressure on Kent State’s QBs today. Max Holloway managed the team’s lone sack late in the second half. No matter how talented the secondary may be, they will struggle if there is no pressure on the passer. BC will have to mix things up next week if they want to get to Clemson.
