Cristobal assesses team after bye week and talks Georgia Tech

[Peter Ariz]

In his weekly press conference, Miami Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal reflected on the bye week and looked ahead to the team's game against Georgia Tech.

Coming off a bye week, Cristobal emphasized the value of the break: "It was a very productive week for us. We had an opportunity to assess, self-scout ourselves, and get a feel for our performance over the first four weeks." He mentioned the team had been focusing on strengthening weak areas, maximizing their strengths, and developing depth.

Highlighting some of the advancements made, Cristobal noted, "We found ourselves six to eight more players that can help us, and it was a chance for them to play almost live football." One standout mentioned was Jaden Harris, whose transformation and commitment to the team were particularly notable. Cristobal also praised the team's ability to play "complimentary football", pointing to successful control of the ball and the defense's performance in getting stops in challenging situations.

On the topic of Georgia Tech, the Miami coach said, "We have a ton of respect for Georgia Tech. Last year, they defeated teams like Duke, North Carolina, and Pittsburgh. Their performance against Wake Forest this year was commendable." He mentioned the improvement in Georgia Tech's offensive capabilities, noting the team's ability to stretch the field both vertically and horizontally.

Cristobal also addressed the importance of depth in the team, saying, "We're not at the depth where we need to be. But that's happening. The Leadership Council continues to grow and get better, and that's a strong sign for us."

As for the team's approach to preparation, Cristobal emphasized a data-driven approach, saying, "We take a deep dive during the bye week as to what we look like to others on film because this is our first sample size."

One point of concern was the issue of penalties. Cristobal stressed that they were not happy with the number of penalties in recent games, noting the need to be "more intelligent, better coaches, and sometimes just less selfish."

Looking forward to the Georgia Tech game, Cristobal kept his focus laser-sharp, saying, "The only thing on my mind right now is Georgia Tech. We're regimented in our approach."

 

[JD4]

Would be great if a link to the interviews was included it these write ups. Thanks Pete!

 

[Empirical Cane]

There should be monks chanting whenever San Mario speaks.

 

[SFbayCane]

"He mentioned the team had been focusing on strengthening weak areas, maximizing their strengths, and developing depth."


From the outside looking in, it sure appears to be a more professional approach to things than we've had since Butch Davis was here.

 

[WestEndZone]

Mario brings up an important point with regard to Dawson's version of the Mumme/Holgorsen system. Me and @Cribby were chatting about it the other day.

It's true system in the sense that it seeks to run the same offensive concept on every play and has clear, logical answers to questions that the defense will pose. It's automatic and backed by years of empirical data.

I liken it to Paul Johnson and the triple option. They want to come out in double split and run triple option on every single play. What you do to try and stop it will then dictate the response, whether its formation or concept change.

Dawson's system is similar in this sense. In my opinions it helps the guys play faster and with confidence. They already know how we will be counterpunching and they will do it as a matter of course.

 

[Tru C]

He serious

He serious

I love it