If the Ute coaches turn the team around after last night,

[RockyBalboa]

Originally Posted by UteStar

It is brutal. The Utes have three real stars--BJ, Asiata and Casteel. Losing the running game would make it tough but BJ is enough of a threat that he may be able to keep teams honest in how they defend the pass. But now losing BJ, I would be surprised if any team doesn't have 8 guys just sitting back chilling because they know the Utes won't be able to run on them.

Unless one of the other RBs turn into something quickly, Grady is in a lot of trouble. With a good RB, Grady may have been decent enough to move the ball thru the air as well. Lose the running game and an average QB in Grady becomes quite a bit less than average.

I agree, if the Utes somehow turn this all around...KWhitt deserves a medal of honor. Sadly, I don't know how he will be able to get to those 7-8 wins. I am hoping though, I am hoping.

What has Asiata done to prove he's a real star?

[OrangeUte]

Originally Posted by RockyBalboa

What has Asiata done to prove he's a real star?

nothing beyond being a jr. college all american.

[ute4ever]

The last time this happened to the Utes was in 2005. They lost the game, but won their next two (BYU and Georgia Tech).

The previous time was in 2003. They won the game, albeit against Utah State, and their next five.

However, those two teams were deeper than this one appears to be. Madsen in 2005 was essentially one in a four-WR rotation, and Ratliff's accuracy and ability to scramble was, well, a surprise.

The 2003 team speaks for itself.

[il Padrino Ute]

Originally Posted by RockyBalboa

What has Asiata done to prove he's a real star?

You mean, BYU recruiting him wasn't enough proof?

[DrumNFeather]

Originally Posted by RockyBalboa

What has Asiata done to prove he's a real star?

He's gained yards...something the other backs have failed to do.