Murray: Big Jump in Performance
The 'Dogs have improved significantly, since the Boise State loss. It's taken Aaron Murray a little longer to get his act together, but I was impressed with his performance in Knoxville. It looked like the light has come on. Prior to the Tennessee game, he looked like a QB trying to be "All-World."
I believe he was just trying to do too much. Last weekend, he just played smart. And I noticed.
Against the Vols, he didn't get sacked and he did not throw an interception. The ball came out quick, because he made quick decisions. He took some shots, when those opportunities were there. Of course, they didn't hook up on all of those big-play opportunities, but that's the way it goes, when you are throwing it deep. The big-play throw to Malcolm Mitchell, on the long TD drive was huge.
Also enjoyed seeing him hurt the Vols defense with his legs. He did most of that early in the game. DC's are paying close attention to that too. On 3rd down, Aaron can pull it down and run for the 1st down. And that drives defenses crazy.
His numbers against Tennessee were: 15-24 (60%), for 227 yards. Rock solid. No picks. Again, no sacks. Good job, kid!


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