Changes for Bustle to Consider

[DaddyCajun]

I believe Hundley was listed as the #28 pro style high school prospect by Rivals... if I remember correctly.

I think we need to control the line of scrimmage better... among other things. I think that makes a whole world of difference on both sides of the ball.

With Babb leaving after this year and the season about having a winning season or not now, I hope Des gets more playing time to develop, because throwing Hundley out there on his own will be tough on him as well as the team and fans!!

DaddyCajun


ps Best of luck the rest of the season Cajuns!!!!!!!!!!!!

[CajunKate]

So what are you saying? Everything is great? No changes should be made? Are you happy with the teams performance? Things are broke. Something needs to be fixed. Why not listen to possible solutions for everyone? Is that not what a message board is all about?

I think this message board is great for venting our frustrations as fans and playing out the little fantasy in our heads that if only we were in charge this wouldn't be happening. The reality, I think, is it doesn't matter what we suggest on this board. I don't see Coach Bustle or anyone else sitting down, reading these posts, and saying, "Why didn't I think of that?" While it's all well and good for us to postulate on what we would do to "fix" the problems, I don't have an issue with someone calling me out as an "armchair quarterback" because I'm honest enough with myself to say that's exactly what I am.

And if Coach Bustle actually was sitting behind his desk and writing down all our wisdom to try out in the game this weekend, then I would probably sign a petition to have him fired 'cause that would just be pathetic. I mean, an experienced coach stooping to reading posts from people, the majority of whom have probably never coached anything a moment in their lives let alone college football, for ideas? That's a scary idea, to me at least.

[Just1More]

I think this message board is great for venting our frustrations as fans and playing out the little fantasy in our heads that if only we were in charge this wouldn't be happening. The reality, I think, is it doesn't matter what we suggest on this board. I don't see Coach Bustle or anyone else sitting down, reading these posts, and saying, "Why didn't I think of that?" While it's all well and good for us to postulate on what we would do to "fix" the problems, I don't have an issue with someone calling me out as an "armchair quarterback" because I'm honest enough with myself to say that's exactly what I am.

And if Coach Bustle actually was sitting behind his desk and writing down all our wisdom to try out in the game this weekend, then I would probably sign a petition to have him fired 'cause that would just be pathetic. I mean, an experienced coach stooping to reading posts from people, the majority of whom have probably never coached anything a moment in their lives let alone college football, for ideas? That's a scary idea, to me at least.

Your posts are way too meaningful (that was intended as a compliment). You probably confuse many of those who are simply looking for a fight. This thread bantering, I hope, is therapeutical for many. Sometimes I wonder. I do get a kick out of the thread "drive-by" slams. I "listen" to everyone on here who I believe has the Ragin Cajuns at heart, regardless of how diverse, outrageous, and ridiculous they may be. I view all others as troubled souls.

Now, back to armchair quarterbacking... I think we should use a quick inflate fake ball instead of the fake handoff, blinding devices such as flashpods, eye irritant sprays, and simple handfulls of sand to the eyes. We should use very large fans (disguised as power windmills) and aim them to redirect the opposition team's passes and kicks. When a particular opponent player is having a career day against us, we should announce that his girlfriend just kissed his brother, insisting he return home immediately. We should train a player to be a quick change artist, changing from referee to player at the instant we need him (either way). I have many, many more suggestions. But, I do not want Bustle to feel like I am trying to do his job, so I better quit.

[CajunKate]

Your posts are way too meaningful (that was intended as a compliment). You probably confuse many of those who are simply looking for a fight. This thread bantering, I hope, is therapeutical for many. Sometimes I wonder. I do get a kick out of the thread "drive-by" slams. I "listen" to everyone on here who I believe has the Ragin Cajuns at heart, regardless of how diverse, outrageous, and ridiculous they may be. I view all others as troubled souls.

Now, back to armchair quarterbacking... I think we should use a quick inflate fake ball instead of the fake handoff, blinding devices such as flashpods, eye irritant sprays, and simple handfulls of sand to the eyes. We should use very large fans (disguised as power windmills) and aim them to redirect the opposition team's passes and kicks. When a particular opponent player is having a career day against us, we should announce that his girlfriend just kissed his brother, insisting he return home immediately. We should train a player to be a quick change artist, changing from referee to player at the instant we need him (either way). I have many, many more suggestions. But, I do not want Bustle to feel like I am trying to do his job, so I better quit.

I honestly don't know how to respond. Quite frankly, I'm not sure if I've just been kissed or dissed! I think I'll spend this week pondering it and then compose a 300-400 word therapeutical post. Wait for it. It'll be Pulitzer material, my fellow Cajun fan.

[RCAJUN90]

I think this message board is great for venting our frustrations as fans and playing out the little fantasy in our heads that if only we were in charge this wouldn't be happening. The reality, I think, is it doesn't matter what we suggest on this board. I don't see Coach Bustle or anyone else sitting down, reading these posts, and saying, "Why didn't I think of that?" While it's all well and good for us to postulate on what we would do to "fix" the problems, I don't have an issue with someone calling me out as an "armchair quarterback" because I'm honest enough with myself to say that's exactly what I am.

And if Coach Bustle actually was sitting behind his desk and writing down all our wisdom to try out in the game this weekend, then I would probably sign a petition to have him fired 'cause that would just be pathetic. I mean, an experienced coach stooping to reading posts from people, the majority of whom have probably never coached anything a moment in their lives let alone college football, for ideas? That's a scary idea, to me at least.

So you don't think Bustle is lurking here picking up ideas?
You may not believe this but some people actually do think they are making an impact on the program by posting to boards. I'm not one of them.

[Just1More]

I honestly don't know how to respond. Quite frankly, I'm not sure if I've just been kissed or dissed! I think I'll spend this week pondering it and then compose a 300-400 word therapeutical post. Wait for it. It'll be Pulitzer material, my fellow Cajun fan.

Kissed, CajunKate, kissed. No response necessary, unless you truly want that Pulitzer. Your posts are insightful, intelligent, and you know your Cajun sports. I was complimenting you. The rest of my ramblings were just ramblings. I love to give coaching advice, criticism, etc., but... if Bustle and his staff consider one thing posted on any fan forums about how to coach, that will be the day that I give up on them. But, I do expect everyone on here to keep up the ranting and raving. It is priceless entertainment, and I hope it means they care about the Cajuns.

[DestinCajun]

ArmChair quaterbacks should be banned

LOL!! I was watching OS & Michigan and on one play "coach" Brent Mussberger told one of the players on the field how to tackle.

[Cajun Girl]

First everything does not need to change, yes this year's team hasn't lived up to all of the hype and expectations that were made preseason, but they still have a chance for a winning season. Second of all, before Coach Bustle came to UL the Cajuns hadn't had a winning season since 1995 and we are just coming into an era in which all the players have been recruited by him or the current staff. I do agree that changes needed to be made and also adjustments, but to just get rid of one of the best things that has happened to Cajun football in a decade is plain craziness. It is something that LSU would do, lose a game and get the boot. I would like to think that we are better than that and can objectively look at the situation and see all of the things that have changed for the good. The attendance / ticket sales have been higher, the cajun spirit in the community and school have increased, and players are not only getting degrees and graduating, but also getting drafted.

You forgot to add three things to your poll...
One is Everything needs to change.
Two is Head Coach needs to get the boot.
Three is OC and DC need the boot.

[RCAJUN90]

First everything does not need to change, yes this year's team hasn't lived up to all of the hype and expectations that were made preseason, but they still have a chance for a winning season. Second of all, before Coach Bustle came to UL the Cajuns hadn't had a winning season since 1995 and we are just coming into an era in which all the players have been recruited by him or the current staff. I do agree that changes needed to be made and also adjustments, but to just get rid of one of the best things that has happened to Cajun football in a decade is plain craziness. It is something that LSU would do, lose a game and get the boot. I would like to think that we are better than that and can objectively look at the situation and see all of the things that have changed for the good. The attendance / ticket sales have been higher, the cajun spirit in the community and school have increased, and players are not only getting degrees and graduating, but also getting drafted.

Bustle has had enough time to produce. I think he has done a great job getting talent here. He (or coaching staff but ultimately it rests on his shoulders) has done a poor job this year getting the most out of team. I'm not for getting rid of him this year. I would give him next year to right the ship but he doesn't produce on the field then it is time to give him the boot. We tend to hold on to coaches way to long. I thought for a while that Stokley had a lifetime job. Stokley had done great things for the program but on the tail end of his carrer here were just awful. No I say give Bustle next year, light a fire under him to make changes and if we produce then great.

One thing I was thinking about today is if the coaching staff had got this team ready for having a target on their back? As the preseason favorite everyone was guning for them.

[Cajunsmike]

Bustle has had enough time to produce. I think he has done a great job getting talent here. He (or coaching staff but ultimately it rests on his shoulders) has done a poor job this year getting the most out of team. I'm not for getting rid of him this year. I would give him next year to right the ship but he doesn't produce on the field then it is time to give him the boot. We tend to hold on to coaches way to long. I thought for a while that Stokley had a lifetime job. Stokley had done great things for the program but on the tail end of his carrer here were just awful. No I say give Bustle next year, light a fire under him to make changes and if we produce then great.

One thing I was thinking about today is if the coaching staff had got this team ready for having a target on their back? As the preseason favorite everyone was guning for them.

I disagree that the talent is as high a level as you seem to think. I believe we may have overrated the talen brought in by this staff. Regardless, of
what happens next year, Coach Bustle will remain the head guy here. He has four years remaining on his contract and will have three after next year. It will cost over 600 grand to buy him out at that time. Do you have any idea how to raise this money and how to improve the offer for the next coach. We won't get someone any better than Bustle for what we pay. Discussing changing coaches at this stage is absolutely pointless. If you respond to this post, please answer my question as to how we will get the buyout dollars. If this area is not discussed in a response, there is no need to continue the discussion.

[RCAJUN90]

I disagree that the talent is as high a level as you seem to think. I believe we may have overrated the talen brought in by this staff. Regardless, of
what happens next year, Coach Bustle will remain the head guy here. He has four years remaining on his contract and will have three after next year. It will cost over 600 grand to buy him out at that time. Do you have any idea how to raise this money and how to improve the offer for the next coach. We won't get someone any better than Bustle for what we pay. Discussing changing coaches at this stage is absolutely pointless. If you respond to this post, please answer my question as to how we will get the buyout dollars. If this area is not discussed in a response, there is no need to continue the discussion.

Why in the heck did we give him another four years! I see no way of buying him
out. It might be pointless to discuss a head coaching change but what about the offensive coordinator? As far as talent, we must have had it to be picked by almost everyone to win the conference. Where do you see we lack it as compared to MT or Troy?

[TuffGuy84]

Why in the heck did we give him another four years! I see no way of buying him
out. It might be pointless to discuss a head coaching change but what about the offensive coordinator? As far as talent, we must have had it to be picked by almost everyone to win the conference. Where do you see we lack it as compared to MT or Troy?

I tend to agree that we out-talent some teams in some areas, but the loss of Hodges and the injury to Will Chance put us WAY behind the 8ball. We have a true freshman starting, and our top backups are a freshman and a JC transfer. aside from that, our WR corps did NOT progress like we needed it to in order to be a significant player. Sampy was another player we didnt give enough credit to, for his hands AND his blocking. I vividly remember our WR's doing very good blocking last year in which I haven't seen this year.

There are our weaknesses, and if you look at who we've lost to in conference, they've all been able to exploit those weaknesses.

Tuffguy