|
Post by wcugrad95 on Sept 2, 2024 21:34:25 GMT -5
I know we are all really happy about how hard our team competed especially on defense. We look vastly improved in scheme, athleticism, and effort versus a few years ago. And as Coach Bell talked about on his show, we were also missing a few guys who can make us better (Nelson and Ed Jones IV are known commodities who will make us better).
But… Campbell looked very explosive and we have seen how a really good player can be a handful for us. I am not saying the WR for Campbell is equal to Concepcion from State or say a guy like Whatley from UTC. But State did put up over 500 yards so we will need to get to the QB for some sacks (got close against the Pack) and we will need to limit the explosive plays.
I hope I am totally wrong, but this game scares me just as much as Elon. Playing at home and getting our run game going will be huge for us to score some points and control momentum starting early on.
|
|
|
Post by upstatecat88 on Sept 3, 2024 9:09:08 GMT -5
I know we are all really happy about how hard our team competed especially on defense. We look vastly improved in scheme, athleticism, and effort versus a few years ago. And as Coach Bell talked about on his show, we were also missing a few guys who can make us better (Nelson and Ed Jones IV are known commodities who will make us better). But… Campbell looked very explosive and we have seen how a really good player can be a handful for us. I am not saying the WR for Campbell is equal to Concepcion from State or say a guy like Whatley from UTC. But State did put up over 500 yards so we will need to get to the QB for some sacks (got close against the Pack) and we will need to limit the explosive plays. I hope I am totally wrong, but this game scares me just as much as Elon. Playing at home and getting our run game going will be huge for us to score some points and control momentum starting early on. I agree completely. I was concerned the instant I saw that score, and I pulled up the box score, and sure enough, NOT a beat down. Campbell was playing catch up most of the way, but did score in each quarter. Our guys need to be angry and have their minds made up to finish 10-1. We don’t want a shootout either (see last UTC game) that can drain us emotionally. Also, before I forget, Retiredcat was right - that play to our TE was a catch and fumble!
|
|
|
Post by catamountsfan98 on Sept 3, 2024 9:10:00 GMT -5
I know we are all really happy about how hard our team competed especially on defense. We look vastly improved in scheme, athleticism, and effort versus a few years ago. And as Coach Bell talked about on his show, we were also missing a few guys who can make us better (Nelson and Ed Jones IV are known commodities who will make us better). But… Campbell looked very explosive and we have seen how a really good player can be a handful for us. I am not saying the WR for Campbell is equal to Concepcion from State or say a guy like Whatley from UTC. But State did put up over 500 yards so we will need to get to the QB for some sacks (got close against the Pack) and we will need to limit the explosive plays. I hope I am totally wrong, but this game scares me just as much as Elon. Playing at home and getting our run game going will be huge for us to score some points and control momentum starting early on. I watched part of the Campbell game and part of the Elon game. Elon’s linemen (tackles especially) looked super slow and couldn’t get off the ball. Liberty’ De’s in the backfield every play. I was more impressed with Campbell to be honest. Like you said they had a very talented wide receiver or two and their running back is good as well. Hard to tell watching one partial game for both opponents but my observations nonetheless. Both games very important for our squad. I truly hope we are as good or better than looked at State all season long with minimal injuries. BTW- I am a die hard state fan too and they did not look like a top 25 team playing Western. UT is going to clean their clocks if they don’t get their act together. I bet UT wins by 21 points…I hope I am wrong.
|
|
|
Post by catamountalum04 on Sept 3, 2024 15:46:54 GMT -5
|
|
|
Post by The Cats on Sept 3, 2024 16:30:59 GMT -5
Someone is going to gain some property this weekend... It should be the Cats
|
|
|
Post by wcatradio75 on Sept 3, 2024 16:40:23 GMT -5
Their mascot’s name - see the name of the actual Camel mascot (like our’s is Paws). Their Mascot name is Gaylord the Camel. Is that PI? Did you never call a high school kid a "Gaylord?"
|
|
|
Post by FLCATAMOUNT on Sept 3, 2024 17:09:54 GMT -5
Their Mascot name is Gaylord the Camel. Is that PI? Did you never call a high school kid a "Gaylord?" No. I just googled what Gaylord is slang for. Never knew that.
|
|
|
Post by catamountalum04 on Sept 3, 2024 18:01:48 GMT -5
Their Mascot name is Gaylord the Camel. Is that PI? Did you never call a high school kid a "Gaylord?" no
|
|
|
Post by The Cats on Sept 3, 2024 18:31:38 GMT -5
|
|
|
Post by catamountsfan98 on Sept 3, 2024 22:29:01 GMT -5
|
|