Bielema Pronounces Austin Allen Hogs' Top Non Starter

[Mike Irwin]

Almost eight months after the fact Razorback head coach Bret Bielema finally explained why he didn't put quarterback Austin Allen on the field in the fourth quarter of the 2014 Missouri game even though starter Brandon Allen was struggling with a bruised back.

Bielema called this reporter's speculation that the younger Allen stayed on the bench because of his laid back approach to football, "an accurate statement." He also said, "You automatically have two brothers out of the same home, you think they're going to be the same and the more I'm in this world you realize how different two brothers can be."

However, as the Razorbacks approach their season opener against Texas El Paso, Bielema is quick to point out that his issues with Austin Allen have evaporated.
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http://www.nwahomepage.com/news/bielema-pronounces-austin-allen-teams-top-backup-player

[Steef]

Enjoyed reading that, Mike.

Thanks.

[nchogg]

Now we know the rest of the story. Thanks Mike.

[DeltaBoy]

Thanks Mike.

[gmarv]

thanks mike.and now you know the rest of the story...

[razorbackkid]

I don't get the last part...."he's named Austin for a reason".   Somebody please clue me in.

Thanks Mike (you always deliver the goods).  :razorback:

[Mike Irwin]

I don't get the last part...."he's named Austin for a reason".   Somebody please clue me in.

Thanks Mike (you always deliver the goods).  :razorback:

Bielema's saying until this season he was mostly just Brandon Allen's little brother. As he starts getting ready to try to win that job next season he has to be Austin Allen.

[PEtrader]

Nice piece

[12247]

Thanks, Mike...  Austin seems to perform well in scrimmages but seems to never get on the field when it really means something.  Usually younger brothers always try to outdo the older brother.  Wonder why BB didn't bump another QB up to second and try and get something in that position that might be able to out perform an injured starter.

[Hawgzinbowlz]

Austin will have some big moments for The Hogs if he continues his improvement.

AA seems to have a little riverboat gambler in his make up...with a short memory.

It's somewhat of a relief that the Coach's have this much faith in AAA.

" GO HOGS "

[The_Hog_Father]

Thanks, Mike...  Austin seems to perform well in scrimmages but seems to never get on the field when it really means something.  Usually younger brothers always try to outdo the older brother.  Wonder why BB didn't bump another QB up to second and try and get something in that position that might be able to out perform an injured starter.

It seems to me that you don't pay attention.

[nwahogfan1]

Almost eight months after the fact Razorback head coach Bret Bielema finally explained why he didn't put quarterback Austin Allen on the field in the fourth quarter of the 2014 Missouri game even though starter Brandon Allen was struggling with a bruised back.

Bielema called this reporter's speculation that the younger Allen stayed on the bench because of his laid back approach to football, "an accurate statement." He also said, "You automatically have two brothers out of the same home, you think they're going to be the same and the more I'm in this world you realize how different two brothers can be."

However, as the Razorbacks approach their season opener against Texas El Paso, Bielema is quick to point out that his issues with Austin Allen have evaporated.
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http://www.nwahomepage.com/news/bielema-pronounces-austin-allen-teams-top-backup-player

Is this statement for fans or for AA?    I will be from Missouri on this and want CBB show me with the amount of playing time AA gets and when AA goes into the game.

[12247]

Pigs in Zen, we haven't had a #2 QB by the ordinary definition since BB has been the coach.  We certainly haven't had one that BB felt he could depend on.  So as I wondered out loud, if he could see this little brother syndrome in Austin, wonder why he didn't bump up another QB on the roster and at least give him an opportunity over these past 2 years.  We sure as hell could have used a #2 a few times.

[ricepig]

Pigs in Zen, we haven't had a #2 QB by the ordinary definition since BB has been the coach.  We certainly haven't had one that BB felt he could depend on.  So as I wondered out loud, if he could see this little brother syndrome in Austin, wonder why he didn't bump up another QB on the roster and at least give him an opportunity over these past 2 years.  We sure as hell could have used a #2 a few times.

The first #2 transferred out after May in 2013, your backup last year after Austin was a true freshman, there wasn't another QB to play. Why do you think he wanted more QB's on the roster?

[The_Hog_Father]

The first #2 transferred out after May in 2013, your backup last year after Austin was a true freshman, there wasn't another QB to play. Why do you think he wanted more QB's on the roster?

These are my thoughts as well...

[HoGFromTheStart]

Thanks Mike! Great Post.. I had heard something about this but not the whole story. :razorback: :razorback: