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bkochmc
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To be fair, the Buckeyes left 13-20 points on the field... fumble by C Wells in the red zone, fumble by JZ in the red zone, 2 missed FG's. If we capitalize on half of that (one TD, one FG) the score is 45-12. But those are a part of the game and if it means those miscues may help in having fewer miscues this coming week (coaches fixing missed assignments, more practice under the belt, determination to do better, etc.) then I'd take those anyday.
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scooter1369
HTTR Forever.
No. Their offense is supposed to carry them to the MAC crown. Absolutely nothing has been said about their defense being that good. NIU will win the MAC by Don Coryell philosphy.Hi Scooter,
NIU 's defense is supposed to win the MAC Isnt it?
Going back and reading the play-by-play, I see that Texas made very few pass attempts in the second half, and only one in the fourth quarter.
It was premature of me accuse them of running up the score. But it does vailidate the fact that even when everyone in the satdium knew they were going to run the ball, N. Texas couldn't stop it very often. They may be the weakest defense south of the Mason Dixon.
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My point being that the NIU defense is part of their team That is supposed to win the MAC and it wont all be offense.
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BrianO
OSU Grad in FL
The Weather may be a factor…
Having moved from Ohio to Florida I fully understand how the heat down south is a factor in early season football games. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are always very tough when they play a Northern team in Sept when the heat on the field is pushing 100. Usually the effects happen late in the game. I know you will say it is a night game but when it is hot down here it just does not seem to cool off until perhaps the AM. Cramps can be rampant. If you are not conditioned to it, your energy and focus can be markedly affected.
Southern schools take this deadly serious with hydration, cooling fans, and some even go to something like “air condition shoulder pads that is designed to regulate players' body temperatures during games and practices.” See this link for more info.
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/2004-01-27-air-conditioned-pads_x.htm
They probably are always doing new secret stuff every year to try and get a leg up.
I hope the good guys have done their homework on what works in the heat. I will be watching the weather and hoping for high temps that do not exceed 90, Avg highs seem to be about 93 in Austin. I hope the boys are hydrating all week. Being able to rotate players in and out of the game is a big help as well, especially on D.
Having moved from Ohio to Florida I fully understand how the heat down south is a factor in early season football games. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are always very tough when they play a Northern team in Sept when the heat on the field is pushing 100. Usually the effects happen late in the game. I know you will say it is a night game but when it is hot down here it just does not seem to cool off until perhaps the AM. Cramps can be rampant. If you are not conditioned to it, your energy and focus can be markedly affected.
Southern schools take this deadly serious with hydration, cooling fans, and some even go to something like “air condition shoulder pads that is designed to regulate players' body temperatures during games and practices.” See this link for more info.
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/2004-01-27-air-conditioned-pads_x.htm
They probably are always doing new secret stuff every year to try and get a leg up.
I hope the good guys have done their homework on what works in the heat. I will be watching the weather and hoping for high temps that do not exceed 90, Avg highs seem to be about 93 in Austin. I hope the boys are hydrating all week. Being able to rotate players in and out of the game is a big help as well, especially on D.
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scooter1369
HTTR Forever.
The team will be ready for the heat. They practiced up here and did two days in 90+ weather here. It cooled this week, but the guys are used to hot weather.
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BrianO
OSU Grad in FL
hoping you are right
I am hoping you are correct and it is not a factor or we get a break in the heat they are supposed to have this week.
Austin averages something like 111 days above 90 a year, they will certainly be used to it. Columbus avg high is 85 in July and 83 in Aug.
Hand your favorite player a bottle of water this week, unless you are from UT - give them a beer to help them relax.
I am hoping you are correct and it is not a factor or we get a break in the heat they are supposed to have this week.
Austin averages something like 111 days above 90 a year, they will certainly be used to it. Columbus avg high is 85 in July and 83 in Aug.
Hand your favorite player a bottle of water this week, unless you are from UT - give them a beer to help them relax.
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So, I was thinking about this game this AM.... I was thinking about UT's D and if OSU is going to enjoy any success moving the ball. And then it occured to me... OSU moved the ball last year, scoring on 6 straight possessions.
Of course, both teams are different this year. But, what made me feel more confident is that last year's Game 2 offense was not what I'd call a well oiled machine.
Taos mentioned that this game may be higher scoring than previously thought, and considering the fact that I expect Texas to exploit what worked against us in the NIU game, I'm now inclined to agree.
Of course, both teams are different this year. But, what made me feel more confident is that last year's Game 2 offense was not what I'd call a well oiled machine.
Taos mentioned that this game may be higher scoring than previously thought, and considering the fact that I expect Texas to exploit what worked against us in the NIU game, I'm now inclined to agree.
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daddyphatsacs
Let the cards fall...
I agree......my view is a bit dissenting when it comes to breaking down the Texas defense........you'll see in my preview
. Their linebacker crew is not as good as last season.......The lost a lot of size on the defensive line when 300+ LB Rodrique Wright left, they've replaced him with a 275 pound DT. Their ends are damn good. Their secondary will be very good, but back to their LB's once again. They are good, but there will not be anyone in that crew that will change the complexion of the contest. OSU will be able to run the ball Saturday, especially the shotgun option. With this play, they can neutralize the aggressiveness of the Texas ends. Mark it down......
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OSUBuckeye4Life
"THE" Ohio State Buckeyes
So I guess every positoin on NIU should be mentioned with the "good ones" since they all have a part in a team that is widely known to be carried by it's offensive firepower......
Come on man.
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inVINCEable
Booyakasha!
I would hardly say that your offense moved the ball on us last year. Most of those six possessions and their ensuing scores were attributed to untimely turnovers by the Texas offense and poor coverage (on behalf of UT)/ excellent returning (on behalf of OSU) and hardly had anything to do with your offense being able to move against our defense.
Here are the six possessions I believe you are talking about...
- 5 plays, 8 yards
- 9 plays, 80 yards (36 came on a perfect pass from Smith to Holmes-it's hard for me to say that Smith could have thrown a better pass as the coverage was good to excellent)
- 4 plays, -1 yards
- 9 plays, 22 yards
- 6 plays, 11 yards
- 7 plays, 45 yards (pretty decent drive)
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NIU
Of course not , I was simply alluding to the fact that their defense is good enough to help them win the MAC. Which , of course we all know , is a prerequisite for winning a game. no defense= losses
Of course not , I was simply alluding to the fact that their defense is good enough to help them win the MAC. Which , of course we all know , is a prerequisite for winning a game. no defense= losses
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OSUBuckeye4Life
"THE" Ohio State Buckeyes
That is debateable whether their defense is good enough to "help" them win championships. It could be that the defense turns out to be a liability and the offense is good enough to make up for it.
Bottom line, their defense isn't considered a strength and their offense is why there were picked. If you want to go back and forth about the fact that they actually field a defense and it in turn helps them win because if they didn't they'd lose....well that is nothing short of pointless.
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Adam Locked
Texas Buckeye
Ted Ginn's involvement vs Texas
Is it just me or did it seem like we just weren't looking for Ted Ginn a lot in this game? Infact before his last big reception I was yelling at my TV for Smith to go deep to Ginn, and then they did.
I'm supposing they just didn't want to show all of their playbook to Texas next week, what do you guys think?
It seemed to me something we did not do well in last year's game was get Ted Ginn involved enough. I don't know the stats, but I don't remember him having very many touches throughout the game and no huge impactful plays. I think that could be the make or break for this upcoming game.
Thoughts? Opinions?
Is it just me or did it seem like we just weren't looking for Ted Ginn a lot in this game? Infact before his last big reception I was yelling at my TV for Smith to go deep to Ginn, and then they did.
I'm supposing they just didn't want to show all of their playbook to Texas next week, what do you guys think?It seemed to me something we did not do well in last year's game was get Ted Ginn involved enough. I don't know the stats, but I don't remember him having very many touches throughout the game and no huge impactful plays. I think that could be the make or break for this upcoming game.
Thoughts? Opinions?
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