GRIPSnHIPS 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 ...seems a bit misguided. While I think their mat skills are comparable...trying to beat Kyle Dake in a game of riding wars....sure does level the playing field. Ref calls aside....If Taylor would open up on his feet and forget about the ankle pick for a minute....he might get a couple takedowns. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scribe 1,835 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 His strategy was to open up on his feet. I think it might just be that he can't penetrate through Dake's defense. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roadkill 75 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 Grips, I am sure Taylor wants to open up on his feet more. But watch Dake's defense and he goes to the russian tie(almost a key lock) on Taylors right arm--Taylor can't clear his arm. As Mike Tyson used to say "Everyone has a plan--right up until they get punched in the face". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LordNelson 552 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 ...seems a bit misguided. While I think their mat skills are comparable...trying to beat Kyle Dake in a game of riding wars....sure does level the playing field. Ref calls aside....If Taylor would open up on his feet and forget about the ankle pick for a minute....he might get a couple takedowns. Maybe if more bleacher coaches yelled "shoot" more he would get more takedowns cuz' it is easy. Just shoot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LImartin 5 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 THIS IS ALLLLLL NONSENSE.. Taylor cant/ wont beat Dake without a takedown. PERIOD !!! I project a 3-4 pt win minimally by Dake if, they meet again. Dake has felt him out- and- will be in better condition in March. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScarletKnight 80 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 I'm sure Taylor will shoot in the finals and is saving something. Dake almost had a takedown to start the match; seemed like he changed directions too early. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScarletKnight 80 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 THIS IS ALLLLLL NONSENSE.. Taylor cant/ wont beat Dake without a takedown. PERIOD !!! I project a 3-4 pt win minimally by Dake if, they meet again. Dake has felt him out- and- will be in better condition in March. If Dake's reversal came 6 seconds later it would have gone to OT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinnum 840 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 ...seems a bit misguided. While I think their mat skills are comparable...trying to beat Kyle Dake in a game of riding wars....sure does level the playing field. Ref calls aside....If Taylor would open up on his feet and forget about the ankle pick for a minute....he might get a couple takedowns. Maybe if more bleacher coaches yelled "shoot" more he would get more takedowns cuz' it is easy. Just shoot. Ha ha the best part of youth/high school wrestling right there! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wire 23 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 ...seems a bit misguided. While I think their mat skills are comparable...trying to beat Kyle Dake in a game of riding wars....sure does level the playing field. Ref calls aside....If Taylor would open up on his feet and forget about the ankle pick for a minute....he might get a couple takedowns. Maybe if more bleacher coaches yelled "shoot" more he would get more takedowns cuz' it is easy. Just shoot. YUK .... YUK ... And then the wrestler shoots into the open arms of his opponent who is now in full defense mode.... The Tie-up that Dake employs really puts a crimp on DT's game. Something needs to change. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PA-Fan 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 THIS IS ALLLLLL NONSENSE.. Taylor cant/ wont beat Dake without a takedown. PERIOD !!! I project a 3-4 pt win minimally by Dake if, they meet again. Dake has felt him out- and- will be in better condition in March. You also predicted he would get beat worse / get pinned this time. Just stop it already, you predictions/analysis/whatever you'd like to call it is less than meaningless. Every single match between these two is a toss-up, plain and simple. Taylor vs. Dake on the risen stage in March will be one of the most anticipated matches in recent history...and if they keep upping the intensity/excitment each time they meet - it may actually be the most exciting match in history. Lets just enjoy it (and hope Taylor can finally turn that corner :D ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LImartin 5 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 I hope they meet again- and you will see a more DOMINANT Dake. Bottom line- Dake figured out in the second period his best chance for escape is on the mat...not standing. So, no riding time -next time for Taylor....and I see Dake taken Taylor down.....and I cant see Taylor scoring a takedown. A 3rd period DESPERATE Taylor may get decked////// The HUSH in the Arena - will be frightful. Dake wins ......7-2. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pm-01 25 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 I'm sure Taylor...is saving something. Ludicrous. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madcat11 436 Report post Posted January 3, 2013 I'm sure Taylor...is saving something. Ludicrous. A secret move?! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
