One-Play One-on-One: Maurice Hurst
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Thor: Ragnarok just came out. Justice League comes out later this month. Some people don't like "comic book movies" because they say they're too unrealistic. If you ever run into one of those people, show them this GIF and whisper "I've seen some things." Their argument is instantly invalid.
Was the offensive line tipping anything in this game?
“A little bit. We were able to get a read on a couple of the pass stances that they were showing. I think the biggest thing for that play is that I was able to see the running back go in motion, and once the running back goes in motion they didn’t really have any quarterback runs where they were using the quarterback to draw or anything. I just knew it was going to be a pass, so I sort of switched my stance to a little bit more of a pass stance and got off the ball as quick as I could.”
So it’s an opportunity for you to pin your ears back there on second down.
“Yeah.”
It was 2nd-and-12, so what were you expecting from them at that point?
“They were actually running the ball a little bit on their second and long drives. I think six was kind of their cut-off where they were passing the ball. Just expecting run first, but then once the running back went in motion was able to expect that was going to be a pass.”
What’s the first thing you noticed about the guard once the ball was snapped?
“Just leaning back and sort of getting into his pass set. That was kind of where I was, and then once I sort of engage the guy I was able to get control of his hands and sort of control the man. I think that was probably the reason I was able to bull him back is that I was able to get control of his hands and use my leverage against him and was able to knock him back into the quarterback.”
From a technique perspective, what was he trying to do to you?
“He was just setting back far. Probably a little more afraid of speed than power. Normally when guards set back really far they’re trying to protect themselves against speed, so doing that kind of leaves them vulnerable to power moves. So once he started leaning back his momentum’s going that way so it kind of just carried back towards him.”
Looked like he got a hand in your face. Were you able to tell that you had even gotten to the quarterback? Did you just keep bulling through him or did you know which direction to push?
“Yeah, I mean, I could see the quarterback but one of the things is I thought the quarterback was going to scramble out of it so I was just trying to bull him, and then once I saw the quarterback was still there I just sort of reached out for him and was able to get a sack on him.”
November 7th, 2017 at 2:08 PM ^
November 7th, 2017 at 9:40 PM ^
Hurst is at least having a senior Brandon Graham level year. The biggest difference (even bigger than different positions) is that Hurst isn't the only one who's been awesome on the D-line. This year's D-line starters have been amazing.
November 7th, 2017 at 11:57 PM ^
best I've seen. Hurst could surpass lets see how he finishes.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:09 PM ^
Dude tackles TWO guys at once, like it's no big deal, and rubs his belly....
superheroes ARE real!!!
November 7th, 2017 at 2:35 PM ^
they keep 6 in to block (TE added) and double team Gary as well as Mone,
but have the single OG trying to stop Mo...
recipe for disaster
November 7th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
Even in a 3 man DL against a 5 man OL. You can double 2 of the following:
Hurst
AND/OR
Winovich
AND/OR
Gary
Good luck buddy, you're screwed.
November 7th, 2017 at 3:05 PM ^
It's a shitty decision, but I think you clearly double the two future first round draft picks as much as possible.
November 7th, 2017 at 7:29 PM ^
At the end of the day, you might have three there...
November 7th, 2017 at 7:35 PM ^
But imo that's b/c they're sleeping on him a bit. He's going to be very good on Sundays.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:11 PM ^
when he goes in the top 15 (or higher)
that sack will be played over and over again on draft day
What a display of technique and raw power
November 7th, 2017 at 2:17 PM ^
This play got all the hype, but there was one a bit later where he lines up over the left B gap and then fires off two gaps over into right A gap. This poor RG was probably relaxing a bit seeing Hurst lined up away from him, and then BAM, he's getting put on his ass again. I think McCray ends up getting the sack on that play, but Hurst shooting through almost unblocked was what blew up the play.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:27 PM ^
Yep... When they said McCray got the sack, I was all 'What, wait!'!! Wasn't until the replay that I saw Hurst jet over to the right and destroy the RG (again), while McCray flashed through the gapping hole left by Hurst between he center and LG. That UMinn OL didn't know what hit them...
November 7th, 2017 at 2:55 PM ^
November 7th, 2017 at 3:17 PM ^
After watching that all I can say is "poor damn #64".
November 7th, 2017 at 9:42 PM ^
Nice! Also notice that Gary was being doubled there at the end of the play, which opened up McCray's route to the QB.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:23 PM ^
It's like a bad crossover of Star Trek and The Incredible Hulk.
So what happened here?
Oh, yeah, I technobabble technobabble technobabble so I was able to grab a 300-pound man and throw him into another guy.
Plans for next week?
Replace the quad omega phase inverters as the tachyon corrosion is reducing our alpha pulse efficiency. If something happens I'll have to hold back the warp core breach with my bare hands, but I once crushed a Klingon's skull with an accidental facemask penalty so that shouldn't be a problem.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:30 PM ^
This is Michigan. What did you expect? Inane bable about the day's shopping over a mocha frappacino?
November 7th, 2017 at 5:02 PM ^
"Hey Chase, is that a cinnamon-caramel macchiato you got on the sideline?"
"HEEARRGGH"
"Nah, Mo, it's a mocha frap. Got it on my way to buy a shirt to pair with those khakis I got last week."
"HURRR HUR!!"
"What color shirt?"
"HULK SMASH!!"
"Well, blood, now. Hey Rashan, got any stain remover?"
"Ask me once we boot these guys off the field."
"ARRGHGHHH"
"OK, well?"
"Yes."
November 7th, 2017 at 2:36 PM ^
Admittedly, I don't have much interest, and occasionally see them on cable several months later. That is, until I saw this:
Never in a million years would I have guessed that was Cate Blanchett...
November 7th, 2017 at 6:58 PM ^
she's smoking hot in that movie. Ragnarok was one of the best Marvels in a long time. It was a lot of fun.
November 7th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
November 7th, 2017 at 3:00 PM ^
As a total outsider, it blows my mind what kind of thought is going into his analysis of the play before it starts. The lineman's weight being back doesn't surprise me as a tip-off, but knowing the down and distance habits of the opposing team (2nd and more than 6 leans towards run), the opposing plays (no draw without the RB), and seeing the lineman back means he's preparing for speed, so Il'l surprise him with power.
Like mvictor's interview with Gary Moeller about the Desmond catch against ND, I love the insight this conversation provides into the chess match that goes along with the physical play.
November 7th, 2017 at 3:20 PM ^
November 7th, 2017 at 3:56 PM ^
yeah its great, good coaching is big part of it. but obviously also need talented athletes not only capable of winning matchups but guys willing to put in the work. the best coaching in the world only means so much if the players dont accept the coaching or put in the time. not just during team periods or facility hours but also solo time and time with teammates.
clearly hurst puts in the time, watches film, evaluates his opponents, studies planning cards from the staff, etc so he can recognize tendency, formation, personnel, etc and then react with more than just insane get off and violent hands. impressive player
November 7th, 2017 at 4:34 PM ^
So...keep Drevno?
/putting down pitchfork
November 7th, 2017 at 6:08 PM ^
You drop the pitchfork, I'll drop my torch. For now. But the pitch and feathers remain at the ready.
November 8th, 2017 at 6:49 AM ^
November 7th, 2017 at 4:18 PM ^
you're too modest mo!
November 7th, 2017 at 6:09 PM ^
Some friendly advice: do not stand in the way.
November 7th, 2017 at 6:59 PM ^
and thinking "How the hell did he do that??" Pushed the blocker to the QB and then launches over him to get the QB. Amazing.
November 8th, 2017 at 11:13 AM ^
Always interesting to hear what the players are thinking about on a given play, and all the prep/thought that goes into their success along with the physical talent.
Mo is making himself a TON of money right now -- no doubt multiple NFL teams are watching his tape and seeing the next coming of Aaron Donald.
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