Mitch Petrus Deserves Some Points for Honesty
by Stephen Expat on Aug 27, 2009 9:52 AM CDT
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PrintBy and large, athletes and coaches aren't known for frank and illuminating comments. Lots of "taking it one game at a time," "we'll give it 110 percent," etc.
However, that's not the way offensive lineman Mitch Petrus was rolling yesterday. According to the Associated Press' Noah Trister, the fifth-year senior offered the following assessment of the O-line:
"Right now, we’re the weakest link. We’re so loaded and so talented at every other position. If we handle our business, we’re in good shape."
You probably don't need to be reminded of the offensive line's struggles in 2008. The unit allowed 45 sacks, most in the SEC. As much as we all fret and worry about the defense, an improved offensive line is every bit as crucial to a good season.
For those who have been have seen the Hogs practice or scrimmage (or even those who haven't), what's your take on how the line will fare in 2009?
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The O-line will, if nothing else, be much improved. Will it be enough? Time will tell. As I’ve always said, the Missouri State game will be a pretty accurate barometer for the rest of the season. The schedule is difficult, but, in my opinion, not as difficult as last season’s now that Texas is out of the picture. If the O-line steps up, we have potential to win a lot of games. There’s not a game on our schedule that I don’t believe we can win (however, the laws of probability indicate that we won’t win them all). What I mean is, if you look at each game individually, I believe we have to potential to win each one (even the Florida game). I only wish that I could watch the Mo. State game on TV up here in Illinois.
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