2019 FB G1: Louisiana 28, Miss. State 38

[cajun4life]

So you have us spotting a 4 game loss on our schedule?

No one said he will play like he played today. You are imposing facts upon him in the future that are not facts. None of these teams have the talent and depth Miss St has either. Ever think about that, big shot.

Yes I don’t see us going better than 8-4. If we don’t get better QB play we may not get to 7 wins.

If BG or Broadway we’re QB with this team we could go undefeated.

[CajunVic]

Yes I don't see us going better than 8-4. If we don't get better QB play we may not get to 7 wins.

If BG or Broadway we're QB with this team we could go undefeated.

Here we go again. Those guys are not on our team. Why the F K even go there. Why can't anyone of you dip shtzs be happy with anything the Cajuns do?

[CajunNation]

The only thing I can say about Levi is that I wish he would have kept the ball a few more times. There has only been two QB's in my time watching the Cajuns (and I have been watching since the days of Roy Henry) who could run a perfect option. One was Brian Mitchell, the other was Michael DeSormeaux.

Brian didn't surprise me because he was the most gifted athlete on the team, as well at the most powerful in the weight room. He could out lift the O/D linemen.

DeSormeaux was a complete surprise. He looked slow and awkward, but no one could make the option work like him. No one knew for 5-7 yards if the running back had the ball or DeSormeaux. And he was tough.

If Levi can learn to read the LB's like the above two, he will be fine. Many don't remember, but Brian was very inaccurate passer his first year. He shared time with Richard Panell, who was a drop back passer, but not an option QB. Brian came back the second year and showed everyone he could do it all. The defenses had to respect his arm as well as his running ability. And Richard Panell was never heard of again.

I hope Levi improves each week. I think he made some rookie mistakes. I know he played last year, but last year he was just a spot QB. Now it is his show. He was probably nervous. If he improves each week, this will be a great season.

I'm as upset as the next guy we lost, but I did see much potential in Levi. Plus this game has to fall on the play calling of the coach as much as the mistakes on the field.

When you have a chance to make a statement on 4th and 1 from the opponents 3 yard line and you choose a trick play........not the smartest of calls. That says you are scared. I think the coaches will learn from this too though.

Brian was a freak of nature. To play like he did for 4 years and not be seriously injured, defied physics.

Desmo was an awesome option QB, who got injured, and so would Levi if he ran as much as he should to maximize his potential.

With our running game, our QB should be proficient at one thing, getting the ball downfield.

[Rougarou]

If we play this game today with Jake delhomme or Blaine gautier (viable passing quarterbacks who can open the field with their arms) we win this game by a touchdown or two.

Dude that’s two of the best QBs in school history.

[CajunVic]

So if it was a TD that would not have counted?

Dude that’s two of the best QBs in school history.

we have a bunch playing without a full deck on this board and they coming out in full force tonight.

[Rougarou]

The early bomb to Bradley that was obvious pass interference( no call) was the only long pass I remember. And if our receivers can’t get behind the defense then I don’t want him to throw it. I hate the 50/50 balls.

He hit Bradley on a deep ball in the 4th quarter. Bradley made a great play.

[Kjun08]

Dude that’s two of the best QBs in school history.

And probably the two best passers what a coincidence

[angeleast]

Dude that’s two of the best QBs in school history.

Agreed . And if if was a fifth we all be drunk.. We cant say if past player was here this would happen because of one formality.. They cant play. Lets concentrate on the players on the roster not the ones lone gone. Im gonna let the games play out. Players will revolt if they see their hard work being wasted on a JV QB ( Lewis) and Naps will have to adjust accordingly.

[Rougarou]

On a positive note, we did have a TD pass to the TE.

They call that the “great white buffalo”.

[CajunSaint08]

excellent post .. One caveat. The coaches know they are scared because they know the truth about the QB position. A trick play in their minds gave the greatest chance of blown coverage and hence, wide open WR or TE. Levi has potential. But potential equates to has not done it yet.

Thank you. I just felt at that early in the game, the Cajuns could have set the tone for the rest of the game by running it straight up the gut. Three possible outcomes (there are more, but) 1. they make the first down but not the TD. 2. They make the TD. 3. They turn the ball over on downs. Two of those outcomes were quite favorable.

I do agree, potential equates to has not done it yet. Not only for the QB, but the coach also. I have a feeling this will be a very good season. We blew a great opportunity today, but Napier will have more opportunities to make history against the SEC in the next few years. It will happen.