BYU kicked off the 2018 season in style with a huge opening night win on the road against the Arizona Wildcats, 28-23. Since that game ended late Saturday night, early Sunday morning, ESPN 960 host of Cougar Sports, Ben Criddle has been an insomniac pouring over the film from the Cougars big win in what he calls, Ben Criddle’s Film.
Here are all the tweets from Criddle’s Film Review.
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And it begins ladies and gents.
BYU vs. UofA film review.
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— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
First things first…
Tanner Mangum has gone from the cliche label “Elite 11 Co-MVP”
“Under Armor All-American MVP” to….“Journeyman Quarterback”
He looked like he was finally tapping into the old cliche in the 2nd half of last night #TylerMagnum #BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/Ok0134i7AQ
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Here’s a reminder of what that “Co-MVP Elite 11 QB” looked like years ago.
Much has been said re: his mechanics & or a change in his mechanics.
The upper body mechanics look familiar to me, there may be some change in the modern day lower body mechanics though. #BYU#BCF pic.twitter.com/iWBMHgBJGq
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
One of my favorite things to see game #1 is who the coaching staff has decided to put on the "Kick Off Cover"
These are the guys on the football team that I deem as "Football Players"
They're big, they're strong, they're fast, they're physical and enjoy tackling. #BCF#BYU
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Your game 1 "Kick Off Cover" team is:
From left to right:
Dayan Ghanwoloku
Micah Simon
Austin Kafentzis
Brayden El-Bakri
K: Andrew Mikkelson
Jared Kapisi
Riggs Powell
Sawyer Powell
Zayne Anderson
Matt Hadley
Michael Shelton#BCF#BYU— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Not many teams are going to return kicks vs. BYUthis year IMO.
BYU was 22nd in the country last year in KOC avg 18.47 YPR.
I like this years team.
Thus far it looks like rather than “pooching” the ball w/in the 5 yd line they will try to kick it into/out endzone. #BCF#BYU
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
First kick off of the game UofA tried their luck with a sideline return attempt.
Micah Simon forces the returner inside and almost makes the tackle, but I’d rather see him make contact w/ the upback and squeeze that seam whole maintaining outside leverage.#BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/v1FMI5ieog
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Here’s a slow mo view of same KOR.
Kafentzis does a nice job of initiating contact, exploding through the blocker, extending his arms while keeping his outside leverage. He’s able to beat the block & make the tackle (#24) Riggs Powell (#44) cleans up doing same thing#BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/VORBhDNvGK
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
These are your “Kamikaze’s”.
Self sacrificing… playing with with a reckless abandonment for their well being. #BYU#BCF https://t.co/ZwevDW4yhN
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
BYU’s defensive front was “multiple” all game, showing not only versatility & competency of their personnel, but also their coaches
This is a 30 front. 3 down lineman w/ NG head up over center. 6-9 280 LB DE is in a standing 7 tech waiting for quick passes to the wide side#BCF pic.twitter.com/sOUIsPh151
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
This is of note because many of us have labeled BYU’s defense as a 4-3 defense. The last two years I’ve seen Ilaisa change his fronts according to his personnel and also the offensive scheme he is preparing for. https://t.co/iLeWniPItI
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036373998945239040
2&8, UofA decide they want to run to the weak side. Watch Sione Takitaki violently come down hill, butt/press and trip up the RB #BCF pic.twitter.com/O1vsKtEgP3
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Great run recognition by Michael Shelton and pursuit by Trajan Pili here as well. Love the fanatical effort. These boys were having fun.#BCF #BYU https://t.co/zKHUVx1tRP
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036378512452542464
1st critical 3rd down for BYU def on drive 1
3&8/3 man rush/2 high safety
Watch Khyiris Tonga demolish the center
This is designed quick slant, watch the RT endeavor to get Kaufusi’s hands out of passing lane w/ chop.
Need more contact from Zayne & Butch pushing to slant pic.twitter.com/2n0hzK5rNs
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036380356142804992
I’m hearing a lot of criticism being heaped on Sumlin for wanting to make Tate into a QB/ATH & not fostering the ATH/QB of last year.
Tate wants to become an NFL QB, he has a cannon & is an accurate passer IMO. Here’s commentary from the crew regarding the subject. #BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/KhjkgoaUd4
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
2&7/BYU decides to bring a 5 man pressure out of their 3-4 look.
UofA has the perfect play call with the slip screen.
Zayne Andersen uses his athleticism to dip under and avoid the block and trips up the RB for a short gain.
This play could have been bad#BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/g7ZSYbi7pk
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
3&4/Tate ends up completing this contested throw for a 1st down but… Leiataua #58 May have the best pass rush hands on the team! #BCF pic.twitter.com/rIgfMoo7aZ
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
BYU’s defense is much faster than people give them credit for.
Love the effort and technique from both Uriah Leiataua and Zach Dawe here.
Khalil has to needle this ball in for the 1st down. #BCF#BYU pic.twitter.com/KVHstXjzHY
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036390448372174849
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036391450286510080
1&20/30 front 3 man pressure/Corbin on the QB spy.
Dawe almost gets home👌🏼
BYU forcing Tate to be a QB & he makes a great throw to his 6-5 WR.
Wilcox is in great position to make a play but he swipes for the ball rather than raking the near arm or driving him OOB #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/zo8hKzYZTD
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Looked like Mandell and Ellis saw a majority of the 2 reps. https://t.co/rmXp6FgJiN
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Don’t swipe for ball, rake near arm. Force WR to catch ball w/ 1 hand.Or go full speed, don’t jump, drive him as hard as u can OOB #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/M4TLnExp9b
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036394046103515136
Late in 1st drive BYU reverts to a 40 front. DL twist and Tonga gobbles up the RB. Watch how good TakiTaki is in space vs the OL #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/RtbbuQ9Vtr
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
Corbin Kaufusi spied Khalil Tate for most of the night. Khalil had 14 yards rushing
Some think that Sumlin/Mazzone instilled in Tate to throw in these situations rather than run
Some think Corbin Kaufusi is just that intimidating
BYU forced UofA into a FG attempt#BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/HvT7CbRWba
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
I love the overload look on FG block from the hash. I think the only time you get a block off the edge is with an overload look. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/cdBRfgrPCO
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 2, 2018
1st offensive group Grimes chooses to go with in 2018:
11 Personnel (1 RB 1 TE)
QB Mangum
RB Canada
Z Pau’u
X Simon
H Hifo
Y Bushman
LT Christensen
LG Shoaf
C Empey
RG Hoge
RT Hoyt #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/sgDEDr0K4G— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
ACE/Stack Wing right/F Fly/Play action/Y climb/Z Go/X Go/ HB slip flat.
AZ brings an initial 5 man pressure w/ a twist (NG & RDE). There’s a delayed “Add” blitz w/ weak side ILB. This allows Squally to slip out to flat for a reception & big gain. Nice block by Pau’u! #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/MTM8eCywQw
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
I see you Empey! 6-4 335 LB pancake. Great tech to engage & turn the DL away from the B gap & finish the block. #BYU #BCF pic.twitter.com/bTo69nwoZq
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
This is a really nice touch pass from Tanner hitting his RB in stride. He was patient despite the pocket collapsing. One of the only gripes BYU fans had regarding Taysom was his inability to put touch on the ball in the screen/check down game.. #BCF #BYU https://t.co/u7W8jZLmp0
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
2&13
11 personnel
Ace
Twins LTQB reverse pivot roll out
Y arrow
X/Z come backThis is one of the few bad throws that Tanner had. He leaves the ball too far inside. This throw should lead the WR to the sideline. Micah runs a good route and creates enough separation. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/xRUGWhu1tV
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Here’s another angle of the reverse pivot roll out. Nice initial stem by Micah. Gets up field w/ out deviation. Micah executes a nice reverse comeback and creates enough separation for the ball to be completed to the outside. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/4NKnGh1obZ
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Much has been made of the story line that Sumlin forced Tate to stay in the pocket & throw
I think BYU’s D deserves more credit. They were extremely disciplined & gap sound. They strung out everything outside towards the sideline. Rarely did Tate have vertical creases #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/AO2ApkPSi4
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
#81 may want to give up fball after having to try & block Takitaki for the entire game. ST is SO VIOLENT when he comes downhill #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/Z2nVDxFUcA
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
1&10
BYU in their 30 frontPlay action pass w/ a drive wheel route concept. TE is being targeted on the weak side. TE vs.Takitaki.
Watch ST slow play, get his run/pass read, recognize the pass & w/out hesitation run to the hip of TE.
Great instincts & feel on the PBU! #BCF pic.twitter.com/rb71QAN63u
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Another angle of the PBU and coverage of Sione Takitaki.
Great timing and instincts by ST in recognizing the incoming pass & using his left hand to rake the pocket@D_Nixon knows how difficult it is to guard the wheel route from the weakisde OLB spot. What you think? #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/OnsQ2ivTDr
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
It is impossible to block Sione Takitaki in space. This is the reason why the coaches moved him off the LOS.
3 consecutive plays were made on this drive by Sione Takitaki.
You’d figure the OC would stop attacking arguably the best defensive player on BYU’s squad. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/5oEJK0SQoi
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
BYU’s D has their coverage unit in. Sandlin @ Bow, Taki @ Mike, Zayne @ Flash
BYU’s only sack of the night came from a slow play & contain type of pass rush
Lorenzo Fauatea has a superb grip & pull through to disrupt the pocket
Corbin keeps contain & Tate spins into him #BCF pic.twitter.com/q3UfPIgOmQ
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
1&10
21pers
Ace
Stack Double Wing Right
F Fly
H TrapI’m certain this particular play has two options depending on where the defensive numbers are at. Numbers favor the fly. So Tanner gives to Hifo.
Christensen washes the OLB
Akile pushes OLB then seals the Safety #BCF pic.twitter.com/35NKkTzb0h— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036504447038308352
Here’s another angle. Even though it’s a short throw, this is a difficult one to make with how much traffic there is. Many times it’s a blind throw as well.
You can tell that the footwork & timing of Shoff’s release is WELL COACHED & in unison w/ Squally’s reception! #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/gZvMIcvif7
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
It’s great to see Tanner Mangum take a shot like this and pop back up with little to no hesitation. Looks like that “Non Invasive Percutaneous Achilles Repair” has worked out nicely for him. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/da7ZozL6KN
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
You gotta love a man that loves watching his teammates succeed! Thomas Shoaf tells Squally “To The House!” after a superb block #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/6c2kHW6BuH
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Neil Pau’u inevitably makes the first man miss. And I love it. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/JEsnLIwjVx
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
2&7
Ace
Wing right
F Fly
HB DiveSuperb job by the OL. Christensen washes the DE out of the play essentially taking out two defenders b/c the LB over pursues.. this allows Squally to cut back and get up field for a nice gain. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/FA9GIctxcc
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
I want a BYU offense that glorifies and features the offensive line. That when analysts speak of the offense that they talk about the OL… not the “skill positions”.
That will attract best o-lineman in the country. I have a feeling that Grimes wants the same thing. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/xqJgZGuNJz
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
1&10 BYU just crossed the 50
12pers
ACE
Stack Wing Left
Play action boot
X go
Z deep outTanner puts this on the💰. He’s more elusive & athletic than BYU fans give him credit for
Talon misjudged trajectory, if he keeps running it’s a TD, I abhor 1 handed WR efforts. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/IvQLt0G1Mx
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
I’m all for a little of bit of hand fighting. The DB in me says this is a good no call. IMO, Talon shouldn’t be extending his arm to try & “fend off” the DB. He slowed down his route to control the DB, but it ends up back firing on him b/c of the misjudged trajectory. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/bSCtSsgsXb
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036667845432602624
3&11
Ace Gun LT
Trey LTY Block
X Hitch
Z Vert
F VertReverse roll out 7 man pro
3 man rush, TM could (if patient) engage in a scramble drill b/c protection is there, hoping that his 3 eligibles downfield get open vs. AZ’s 8 defenders, dump to Y/H or toss it away #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/l0aZykFwEj
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Your BYU Punt Return Team Game 1 was great!
3 returns
45 yards
15 YPRPunt Return Team:
Malik Moore, Riggs Powell, Isaiah Armstrong , Rhett Sandlin, Akile Davis, Talon Shumway, Austin Kafentzis, Gavin Fowler, Isaiah Herron and Michael Shelton.#BYU #BCF pic.twitter.com/0VbsGto9aG
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
BYU's Punt Team played well on Sat.
AVG Punt: 40 yards
Last year BYU was 11th in the country w/ 41.13 ypp
Rhett Almond, Zayne Anderson, Dayan Ghanwoloku, Rigss Powell, Mitch Harris, Matt Hadley, Austin Lee, Chris Wilcox, Brayden El-Bakri, Jj Nwigwe, Rhett Sandlin#BYU #BCF pic.twitter.com/9kdSKUMynx
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
I love watching Butch Pau’u in slow-mo meeting running backs in the A/B gaps.
He’s just a big ball of muscle and he’s always lower than his opponents. Watch him explode through the tackle.
Smiling Butch is back! #SmilingButch #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/HVyEaiiGew
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
This is Tate’s 3rd vertical shot down field in essentially 1 quarter of play. I don’t know if that is Tate’s decision or Mazzone/Sumlin’s but that’s a lot of shots.
Watch the slow play and contain defense. Everyone staying under control as they collapse on Tate.#BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/eUF0wduDk4
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Watch Michael Shelton up top. His transition to top end speed is superb, his punch to be shoulder pad gives him just a bit of a cushion to stay on the hip & slow down the WR. His timing & vision when batting the ball away is phenomenal. They did not want throw his way after this. https://t.co/iijaY5Ytc2
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
4th vertical shot taking by Tate in 16 min of play. 3&7, BYU has a bit of an adjustment on coverage. Takitaki is on the RB split out. Tate likes matchup but overthrows his WR
If the ball doesn’t get out quick,Corbin on near side end gets home w/ the swipe & swim move. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/cBwPIpDW65
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
The variety of personnel groupings used by Grimes kept Arizona’s DC Marcel Yates from figuring certain tendencies within the scheme on Saturday.
Ex: Pau’u, Hifo, Collie and Simon all took fly sweep carries from similar formations
Most of them netted a positive gain #BYU #BCF
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Watch route from Pau’u
This is a out route w/ a small deviation. I call it an inside out. As you break down bring your outside foot forward & punch w/ outside hand to create separation. You turn inside & pivot off the original outside foot. Hard to guard as a DB #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/ifnLtos27x
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Canada had a solid outing game one. He has room for improvement, but I felt like his physicality & vision has improved.
This is an HB lead designed to go LT & it’s open, but he picked RT side instead, makes the 1st guy miss & drags 2nd for a substantial gain on 1st #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/9iCY3mDvdF
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
AZ’s defensive front is improved from last year IMO. They ranked 84th in the country in rush defense last year 184 YPG. BYU gained 184 yards rushing.
Their front is still not good though. #86 SDE is 6-3 259.
BYU’s staff & Tanner attacked where they were supposed to. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/wVazjwgUFI
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
1&10 Grimes decides to take a shot.
AZ brings corner blitz from weak side, Squally picks it up & Tanner steps up into pocket to avoid contact.
Christensen washes down the SDE.
TM has to hit this. It’s a pitch/catch. No vision issues, pressure is light. Gotta hit #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/CNA2r7WNLe
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
This may have been my FAV call of the night!
3&10
Gun Empty
X WR screen (across box)Notice Hifo catches ball behind LOS which allows MLP/Akile/Shumway to get up field stalk & seal off their DB. Nice easy touch throw by TM hits Hifo in stride. Great finish Hifo/Akile! #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/A8mTkbmxr2
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036713282868928512
Ed Lamb is right.
Plenty of zone reads/RPO’s called for Tate to work his magic from 2017.
BYU’s team speed & athleticism is underrated. Tate makes the right read, Zayne fills, Tate bounces, Lee fills, Tate bounces, Shelton fills & gets held. Gain of 3 w/ a penalty #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/jZ5LmSOpTU
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
BYU should never lose the trench warfare battle vs. any G5’s.
They should win vs. the bottom 3rd of P5’s.
Should be competitive vs. the middle 3rd of P5’s
Give a great effort vs. the top 3rd of P5’s#BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/FrtCNYGDGn
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 3, 2018
Sione Takitaki was born to pass rush..
He is dangerous w/ a running start in space. He completely jukes the LT and goes untouched to Tate. Luckily Tate feels some pressure coming and gets the ball out quickly.
Zayne picks up a nice PBU in coverage of the slot WR. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/wIxkS7jK3s
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Butch Pau’u had 14 tackles last night.
Watch him wait patiently for the open space to appear before filling.
Sign of a tenured LB
The great thing about Butch, he rarely gets pushed backwards on initial contact. RB’s are always stood up once they cross that LOS. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/29zPqNPFAB
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Sione Takitaki at the bottom of your screen taking it to Tate. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/Jv5L3nZk0y
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036771541890019328
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036773375182626817
https://twitter.com/CriddleBenjamin/status/1036775197838327808
This is the 6th vertical pass that AZ took In the first half.
This a part of a back to back plays that Tate took a shot down field.
D’Angelo Mandell is at the bottom of screen, he’s in press bail tech. Watch how he squeezes the WR to the sideline w/out drawing PI. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/WbdoNaFVFA
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Lorenzo Fauatea gettin in on the action.
Nice shuck and tackle.
Taking advantage of the walk-on center making his first start in his career. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/bybE1Py7pb
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
I need Kalani Sitake motivation everyday of my life #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/Mr0BTsrUqe
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Critical momentum shift in 1st half
4&2
Ace Gun
Diamond bunch RT
Fake screen QB KeepSione almost made himself a dump truck of 💰 on this play by wrangling in the uber atheltic QB.
They pick up the 1st, but Corbin obliterates Tate & a 15 yard penalty is incurred. #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/53IBpUSj8L
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
UofA has a great play call in RZ after momentum shift late in 2Q.
AceGun RT
Trips RT
Fake bubble Z seam.It appears Zayne should have better depth forcing Tate to throw over the top of him. Dayan should funnel slot to Troy at FS, Troy should run to the slot & t-off #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/v6094xEiEP
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
BYU gets the ball back at the end of the 1st half. Illegal procedure on the kickoff puts them at the 35 yard line.
ACE Gun LT
Wing right
Jet sweepChristensen working the end almost perfectly.
Neil Pau’u & Micah Simon look great stalk blocking & staying engaged #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/yfql1CvkXj
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
44 second left in 1st half
2&6
I form Y Rt
F arrowTM goes through his progressions, checks down to El-Bakri and Brayden bludgeons the OLB trying to make the tackle. BYU picks up the first down w/ 34 secs left & clock is stopped & 1 TO remaining. Maybe take a shot? #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/L6AFILbt72
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Really weird thing happens here
There were 34 seconds on the clock
BYU picked up a 1st down on last play which stops clock until ref spots ball & signals to start clock which happens here
BUT BRAYDEN WENT OOB
Apparently sideline ref said BEB’s momentum had stopped #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/5RCgWzIPDB
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
This essentially ruins the drive for BYU. They didn’t know the the ref had signaled a momentum stoppage.
This drains the clock
Re: the pass play
TM needs to be patient in pocket & just throw ball using proper mechanics. He doesn’t throw accurately on the run in this game. https://t.co/pTRGX23aIH
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Here’s the ref apparently stating that Brayden’s momentum was stopped and he didn’t get out of bounds.
I thought double hand wave over the means “Out of bounds, stop clock”? pic.twitter.com/VeWu8NZE9a
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Look at the bottom of the screen, Kalani is ticked off and BYU ends up losing 12-13 seconds off the clock because of it, hurting its chances to score on the possession. #BCF #BYu pic.twitter.com/VD6Jnx7wfT
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
Last play of 1st half, BYU decides to run the football & Lopini stays in bounds. BYU has 1 timeout left & they have crossed the 50 yard line. It would be 4th down, but they choose to not use TO & just take the ball in 2nd half rather than taking a shot @ the end zone #BCF #BYU pic.twitter.com/WUj7st0Vsb
— Benjamin Criddle (@CriddleBenjamin) September 4, 2018
