Jan 9 | Penn State

[NDRock]

Just doing my part as the self appointed head of the neighborhood watch

Emphasis on head

 

[IrishSteelhead]

I am straight up worried about this game. I think UGA was overrated and I don't think Penn State is...they look tough...and having a big ass TE to chuck the rock to could be our downfall

This is 100% a winnable game, but not like a majority think.

It’s gonna be a slow grind with many frustrating outcomes on both sides.

Feel a 13-10 type final.

*the spread moved up a point to -2.5, Texas game went down to -5.5


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[Free Manera]

I am a contrarian on this game big time. I think it's going over (it's only 44.5). I think both teams run the ball well AND hit a couple shot plays. 24-21 ND.

 

[NDPhilly]

Moneyline keeps inching our way too. Up to -142 on draft kings

 

[Irish#1]

 

[Bantry19]

Booger loves us in this matchup

"Question #2 - can Penn St continue to utilize the perimeter run?"

Me thinks not.

 

[Free Manera]

"Question #2 - can Penn St continue to utilize the perimeter run?"

Me thinks not.

I listened to this earlier in the car. I had the same thought initially but then I remembered seeing somewhere that ND was susceptible to stretch plays this year. But if Golden cleaned up responsibilities on stretch, ND's athleticism and size from the linebackers will blow these up pretty regularly.

 

[GoldenBoy3]

I listened to this earlier in the car. I had the same thought initially but then I remembered seeing somewhere that ND was susceptible to stretch plays this year. But if Golden cleaned up responsibilities on stretch, ND's athleticism and size from the linebackers will blow these up pretty regularly.

I think that was before the resurgence of Sneed, Ausenberry and Bowen. I have faith that they won’t be able to have the success against us as they did with Boise with the outside runs. Literally every big run I saw so far from rewatching that game was to that direction. Another big point is Boise gave Ailar a lot of fits with blitzing. I know Boise had a ton of sacks this year but I like to think we have better talent to do it as well as the better headset.

 

[RDU Irish]

I am a contrarian on this game big time. I think it's going over (it's only 44.5). I think both teams run the ball well AND hit a couple shot plays. 24-21 ND.

30-17 - a defensive score and 3FGs take pressure off the offense that manages to reach the endzone twice with another vanilla, run heavy outing. Bowling Green, Minnesota, Oregon, Ohio State and USC all scored more than 20 on PSU this season.

Only USC and Louisville scored more than 20 on us all season - PSU isn't joining their ranks with our D locked in like they are. I think they get a turnover in plus territory or ST play to spot them some points to get to 17.

 

[IRISHDODGER]

ND will inevitably find themselves in a lot of 3rd & longs as been their MO most of the season. Hopefully they can mix in some run plays on some of them b/c it seems a tall order to ask RL & the underwhelming WR corps to make a play through the air.

 

[Dizzyphil]

ND will inevitably find themselves in a lot of 3rd & longs as been their MO most of the season. Hopefully they can mix in some run plays on some of them b/c it seems a tall order to ask RL & the underwhelming WR corps to make a play through the air.

I won't say the majority but a LOT of those are due to false starts or the dreaded illegal formation disease that seems to have taken over CFB and even the NFL this year. Eliminate those and get a solid three or four yards on 1st down and make it easier on yourselves!!

 

[InKellyWeTrust]

We can't lose to the dork James Franklin and the underachieving Nittany lions. But I've been saying that each week. Can't lose to Indiana period. Can't lose to whiney Kirby. Can't lose to d-bag Day....I guess what I'm saying is, we may as well win the national championship.

 

[Free Manera]

I think that was before the resurgence of Sneed, Ausenberry and Bowen. I have faith that they won’t be able to have the success against us as they did with Boise with the outside runs. Literally every big run I saw so far from rewatching that game was to that direction. Another big point is Boise gave Ailar a lot of fits with blitzing. I know Boise had a ton of sacks this year but I like to think we have better talent to do it as well as the better headset.

I think every sack was on the same scheme too (Axe blitz). Simple and common blitz that PSU couldn't figure out. I'm sure they worked on it this week, and I'm sure Golden will do it once or twice then show it and give them something else that they were not prepared for.

 

[KMac151993]

Need to really design and craft up plays to get Faison the ball...he is a match up nightmare and the biggest threat as a game breaker at the WR position.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

We can't lose to the dork James Franklin and the underachieving Nittany lions. But I've been saying that each week. Can't lose to Indiana period. Can't lose to whiney Kirby. Can't lose to d-bag Day....I guess what I'm saying is, we may as well win the national championship.

Go watch the video of Fucklin running across the field after a sideline interview. You will hate him even more.

 

[forkbeard3777]

Need to really design and craft up plays to get Faison the ball...he is a match up nightmare and the biggest threat as a game breaker at the WR position.

Agreed. He's very shifty and just knows how to get open. Some guys, for whatever reason, just can't find separation or open space. Faison is not that guy...

That said, I still don't know understand why Denbrock hasn't also schemed Love getting some easy targets in the passing game as well. He's such a dynamic player and you'd think you'd want to get him varying touches as opposed to just handing the ball off. Love is that guy that, a move here and there, and he'll turn what looks like to be a 5 yard reception into a 50 yard reception. For example, Denbrock called a great play the very first play in the LSU - Florida State game where the RB went out of the backfield on a wheel route for a big game. Love would house that one: (LINK to specific play). It would also only build Leonard's confidence as well as taking off some of the grind from Leonard having to run the ball like a battering ram as well.

 

[irishnd31]

Go watch the video of Fucklin running across the field after a sideline interview. You will hate him even more.

He runs like he has a Dorito between his cheeks and he's trying not to break it.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

He runs like he has a Dorito between his cheeks and he's trying not to break it.

He swings his arms like they are independent from his body. It’s like watching a Jim Carey skit from In Living Color

 

[Plankton]

He swings his arms like they are independent from his body. It’s like watching a Jim Carey skit from In Living Color

 

[forkbeard3777]

If Carter plays, first offensive snap you go right at that shoulder. If it's separated, his mobility will be pretty much shot and one good hit will be the end. I separated my shoulder about 15 years ago and during the recovery I got into a fender bender and just that collision ended the recovery and my season. Knapp hits harder than a shitty old Saab I'm guessing.

Carter is a projected top 5 pick and I could see him wanting to protect himself from further injury.

That said, if he does play, props to him. But, I'm putting Evans in the slot only to motion him in to crack block him. I'm also giving Williams the ball (he runs most physical in my opinion) and going right at him. Test him to see how much he really wants to play.

I've said it before in this thread, he's an elite pass rusher...he's fast, quick, and agile which is why his draft stock is so high (given the way the NFL game is played). However, he is not those two bruisers at UGA in the run defense. He isn't as physical as them.

 

[RDU Irish]

Carter is a projected top 5 pick and I could see him wanting to protect himself from further injury.

That said, if he does play, props to him. But, I'm putting Evans in the slot only to motion him in to crack block him. I'm also giving Williams the ball (he runs most physical in my opinion) and going right at him. Test him to see how much he really wants to play.

I've said it before in this thread, he's an elite pass rusher...he's fast, quick, and agile which is why his draft stock is so high (given the way the NFL game is played). However, he is not those two bruisers at UGA in the run defense. He isn't as physical as them.

I agree with you - run right at him and get him on his heels quick. His strengths don't really help them much against our strengths. Add in his mentality might not be there for a rock fight in the trenches - 3-4 yards per carry early in his direction is a winner IMO.

 

[NDohio]

Agreed. He's very shifty and just knows how to get open. Some guys, for whatever reason, just can't find separation or open space. Faison is not that guy...

That said, I still don't know understand why Denbrock hasn't also schemed Love getting some easy targets in the passing game as well. He's such a dynamic player and you'd think you'd want to get him varying touches as opposed to just handing the ball off. Love is that guy that, a move here and there, and he'll turn what looks like to be a 5 yard reception into a 50 yard reception. For example, Denbrock called a great play the very first play in the LSU - Florida State game where the RB went out of the backfield on a wheel route for a big game. Love would house that one: (LINK to specific play). It would also only build Leonard's confidence as well as taking off some of the grind from Leonard having to run the ball like a battering ram as well.

There was a screen set up for him early in the GA game where he had a ton of daylight. Unfortunately the D-Lineman for UGA got his paw on the pass and knocked it down.

 

[NDPhilly]

If anyone is looking to sell, i'm in the market for 2.

 

[Free Manera]

Carter is a projected top 5 pick and I could see him wanting to protect himself from further injury.

That said, if he does play, props to him. But, I'm putting Evans in the slot only to motion him in to crack block him. I'm also giving Williams the ball (he runs most physical in my opinion) and going right at him. Test him to see how much he really wants to play.

I've said it before in this thread, he's an elite pass rusher...he's fast, quick, and agile which is why his draft stock is so high (given the way the NFL game is played). However, he is not those two bruisers at UGA in the run defense. He isn't as physical as them.

I think ND needs to have this mentality across the board. PSU has not played a competitive game in a month. They walked over SMU, and played Jeanty and a bunch of scrubs last week. They have not played a team as physical as ND all year (OSU is now as physical as ND, but they were not at this level when they played PSU). ND's goal should be to make PSU quit in the fourth quarter.

 

[arndtjc]

I need a pep talk fellas. I can't shake this feeling that the on-campus game was so electric and amazing that the Orange Bowl is going to feel like a let-down by comparison.

No it is 100% going to be sterile and corporate as fuck

Huge let down (with the exception of the game result since they’ll win)

 

[GrangerIrish24]

No it is 100% going to be sterile and corporate as fuck

Huge let down (with the exception of the game result since they’ll win)

ND by a million.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

I need a pep talk fellas. I can't shake this feeling that the on-campus game was so electric and amazing that the Orange Bowl is going to feel like a let-down by comparison.

Drink. A lot. You will then be responsible for the excitement

 

[GrangerIrish24]

Ugh like the premiere of Monday Night Raw on Netflix. Maybe that's why this is annoying me so much. I already have that particular ick from last night.


Yeah but in South Bend I could get 19.2oz Zombie Dust for $2.99.

Just have sex in your car again before the game.

 

[IrishSteelhead]

I need a pep talk fellas. I can't shake this feeling that the on-campus game was so electric and amazing that the Orange Bowl is going to feel like a let-down by comparison.

You are literally shifting from seeing a Slayer concert to a Foghat concert in terms of energy.


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[GrangerIrish24]

I didn't have sex in my car, I had sex in the Hotel Elkhart, three doors down from Jeremiyah Love's parents.

Also my wife isn't coming this trip, so I'm taking volunteers.

You know what you have to do for the sake of us winning. I’d start with that drinking I recommend.