******Penn St vs Iowa Game Thread******

[DukeSlater]

It's easy to criticize the FG decision AFTER THE FACT but Drew has shown to be good from at least 65 yards.

Some context, from this season:

17-21 is 81%.



From Aug 30:





From Sep 6:






Note that this FG would have been good from 65 yards.

From Sep 13:

And I know a guy who hits a dozen home runs a game . . . in batting practice. LOL

 

[Ironman39]

FYI, Stevens did rush the first attempt to get it off, which is why it was well-short.

He has the leg, but because he's in his own head and needs to be benched, he kicked it lower the second time around, and because of our bumble f*** fat linemen, it turned into a disastrous play.

But that's what happens when you're Iowa and you're not allowed to have nice things........

 

[DBHawkSoCal]

<100 yards passing combined for both teams

this is why we’re on peacock haha

 

[QChawks]

 

[maxpain]

I find it pretty hilarious that everyone here is running with the narrative that it's Kirk's fault the FG got blocked.

It's one thing to blame him/Lester for the tight play calling with fear of failure execution leading up to the attempt.

But the block (and the missed FG) fall on Drew Stevens and the poor execution by the blocking unit on special teams. We've had multiple breakdowns with blocked punts and now a FG blocked for a TD. Special teams needs more criticism right now, and I'm kinda disappointed no one is rolling with that...................

Also, it may be time to bench Drew Stevens (AGAIN, btw, for those that don't remember that it wouldn't be the first time).

He is in his own head now, and that means he's f***ed. Time to see what we have for the future for the time being, anyway.

It’s not Kirk’s fault it got blocked, it’s his fault they decided to try the kick. He just admitted that

 

[LetsGoHawks83]

I honestly believe we'd be winning by at least a TD, if Kirk has stayed home and watched Netflix

 

[HawkBall23]

Too bad you couldn't figure out AT THE TIME that the decision to try that kick was was the wrong one and your fault, KF

 

[DuddyB]

We will be fine. But Damn.

Ehh, not sure. This team has absolutely pissed the only two tight games away.

 

[Iowameat]

32-88 record when trailing at the half

 

[herkyou2]

Just showed kf is 32-88 when behind at halftime

 

[ClarindaA’s]

Worst tackling Iowa team since 2011

 

[im4hawks50595]

32-88 when trailing at half for Kirk, wow didnt realize that stat

 

[Iowameat]

Game over

 

[2D]

Can't compete with the big boys. Even when they're crippled.

 

[Franisdaman]

There is no way anybody could have predicted a blocked field goal returned for a touchdown, not on either sideline.

It was a break for PSU, breaks happen.

Since Drew has 65 yard range, some on here would have complained about not trying the FG.

 

[Doctor Hawktagonapus]

12 in no man's land

 

[HawkBall23]

And its about time to start stringing up Xmas lights; yes, in the dark . . . .

 

[QChawks]

32-88 when trailing at half for Kirk, wow didnt realize that stat

about to be 32-89

 

[3-D_chess]

classy /klăs′ē/

adjective​

1. Highly stylish; elegant.
2. Having elegance or taste or refinement in manners or dress. Opposite of styleless.
   Similar: posh swish stylish
3. Exhibiting refinement and high character. Opposite of low-class.
   Similar: high-class
4. Retiring after realizing the game has passed you by and you got away with stealing 150 million from the good people of Iowa!

 

[QChawks]

Can't compete with the big boys. Even when they're crippled.

bottom

feeder

program

 

[LetsGoHawks83]

Too bad you couldn't figure out AT THE TIME that the decision to try that kick was was the wrong one and your fault, KF

Just needs a few more years of coaching... Still learning

 

[Jonesy5960]

Devonte Ross the Hawk killer

 

[ClarindaA’s]

If Penn State scores a TD. It’s over. We can’t tackle and we can’t pressure

 

[Franisdaman]

There is a time and a place for that kind of attempt. That was neither the time nor the place.

65 is within Drew's range.

LeVar signed off on it.

Kirk signed off on it.

It didn't work.

Again, hindsight is 20/20.

 

[LetsGoHawks83]

Good thing we elected to receive the ball to start the game. 27 years and still does that sh*t

 

[3-D_chess]

Too bad you couldn't figure out AT THE TIME that the decision to try that kick was was the wrong one and your fault, KF

a.k.a. "HAHA, you can't fire me" honesty

 

[BubsFinn]

I really don't know why teams don't just run shallow crossing routes on us the entire game. We haven't been able to stop it for 20 years. Find a crease in the zone and you'll be wide open.

 

[HawkinAnk74]

Is anyone else having buffering issues with peacock?

 

[QChawks]

If Penn State scores a TD. It’s over. We can’t tackle and we can’t pressure

Oh it’s over

FG block was the dagger

 

[LetsGoHawks83]

65 is within Drew's range.

LeVar signed off on it.

Kirk signed off on it.

It didn't work.

Again, hindsight is 20/20.

Zero hindsight here. I said WHY are we trying this?

 

[DBHawkSoCal]

Hey Iowa

if you throw ball down the field sometimes good things happen

 

[Franisdaman]

And I know a guy who hits a dozen home runs a game . . . in batting practice. LOL

As you saw and ignored, Drew has been good from 65 plus DURING THE GAMES.

 

[HawkBall23]

If only we could go back in time 26+ years ago and someone could have talked sense into Bowlsby about hiring Bob Stoops instead . . . .

 

[Rambler Hawk]

bottom

feeder

program

Mid lower tier…Our defense keeps us above Northwestern, Wisconsin, and Purdue.

 

[7thSummitCoach]

It is hard work being a Hawks fan.

 

[RoseBowlorBust]

They are going to get a TD...LOL

 

[Hawk-A-Doodle-Doo]

Wait....you mean if you pass deep you might get PI?

Quick someone get on the rotary phone to KF to let him know.

 

[Hawki93]

Is anyone else having buffering issues with peacock?

Nope. My feed has been clear as bell all game.

 

[QChawks]

Hey Iowa

if you throw ball down the field sometimes good things happen

too risky

rather lose than turn it over

 

[RoseBowlorBust]

Time for basketball