Sep 4 | Texas

[wizards8507]

Am I being ridiculous here? I see it as being realistic. Not that we're bad, but that I haven't seen enough to say we're great either.

No, I'm with you. I think we both agree that we're picking ND in this game but it's not wholly unreasonable that someone might see it differently.

 

[Domina Nostra]

If the situation was reversed, and we had a new offense with a new OC, a freshman C who has been hobbled all Fall snapping to a freshman QB, and 13 other underclassmen starters, I seriously doubt we'd think we were going to beat a team like ND.

 

[BGIF]

In other news I just got a face value ticket

Sounds like Max returned the gun.

 

[gkIrish]

If the situation was reversed, and we had a new offense with a new OC, a freshman C who has been hobbled all Fall snapping to a freshman QB, and 13 other underclassmen starters, I seriously doubt we'd think we were going to beat a team like ND.

I'd rather have a new offense with a new OC than our DC...

 

[ACamp1900]

If the situation was reversed, and we had a new offense with a new OC, a freshman C who has been hobbled all Fall snapping to a freshman QB, and 13 other underclassmen starters, I seriously doubt we'd think we were going to beat a team like ND.

lol... be real,... we'd still have a large portion of our base talking about running the table... lol

 

[wizards8507]

lol... be real,... we'd still have a large portion of our base talking about running the table... lol

Screw running the table. I'd be happy if we'd run the football.

 

[Wild Bill]

Screw running the table. I'd be happy if we'd run the football.

But only if we do it with a fullback. None of this fancy zone blocking bullshit.

 

[BGIF]

lol... be real,... we'd still have a large portion of our base talking about running the table... lol

Oh ye of little faith!

If you would pay attention when you read the board, you'd be aware that we have the best OLine in CFB, a 3 Headed Monster at RB, 2 Starting QBs that could start anywhere, a history of All-Americans at TE, some very talented former players watching from the stands, and incredible potential with underclassmen and the walking wounded at DBs.

Gottabe at least a 15 win season.

 

[NDohio]

Does anyone else hate Greg McElroy? Today he said "I just don't see any way that ND can beat Texas on Sunday." Regardless of his views on the game this week, the guy is just super condescending and his voice is grating. Someone should punch him in the face and knock the smarm out of him.

So this afternoon was really aggravating - I had to turn it off. Texas' two QB situation is a positive: Swoopes will set the tone of Texas running the ball and the frosh will come in and put us on our heels with his throwing ability and run uptempo. While ND's two QB system is a negative: a head coach not capable of making a decision and therefore the offense won't have an identity. Really?

 

[Irish2155]

So this afternoon was really aggravating - I had to turn it off. Texas' two QB situation is a positive: Swoopes will set the tone of Texas running the ball and the frosh will come in and put us on our heels with his throwing ability and run uptempo. While ND's two QB system is a negative: a head coach not capable of making a decision and therefore the offense won't have an identity. Really?

Who is Greg McElroy? That dude who played QB for 'Bama not too long ago?

 

[Sherm Sticky]

I've kept quiet...But I really see no way unless Notre Dame has a ton of turnovers how we lose this game.

 

[wizards8507]

Who is Greg McElroy? That dude who played QB for 'Bama not too long ago?

Yes. He's been around ESPNU and the SEC Network but he got promoted this year and will be in the booth doing color on Dave Pasch's games.

 

[ulukinatme]

If you would pay attention when you read the board, you'd be aware that we have the best OLine in CFB, a 3 Headed Monster at RB, 2 Starting QBs that could start anywhere, a history of All-Americans at TE, some very talented former players watching from the stands, and incredible potential with underclassmen and the walking wounded at DBs.

Gottabe at least a 15 win season.

For forgot to factor in that we're "cursed," and we're a 7 win team at best since Alize is suspended.

 

[ozzman]

Yes. He's been around ESPNU and the SEC Network but he got promoted this year and will be in the booth doing color on Dave Pasch's games.

He is also half of the morning team on the Sirius College sports station. total douchenozzle.

 

[ulukinatme]

Despite all that's happened in recent weeks, I still think it'll be a close game, but we can and hopefully will come out on top. I just don't see us steamrolling the Longhorns again, and I think we're in too good of a position in the trenches and at QB/RB to lose the game.

 

[Irish Insanity]

So this afternoon was really aggravating - I had to turn it off. Texas' two QB situation is a positive: Swoopes will set the tone of Texas running the ball and the frosh will come in and put us on our heels with his throwing ability and run uptempo. While ND's two QB system is a negative: a head coach not capable of making a decision and therefore the offense won't have an identity. Really?

I do agree that assessment is complete garbage.

 

[ND Fan Vancouver]

I've kept quiet...But I really see no way unless Notre Dame has a ton of turnovers how we lose this game.

Yep

 

[koonja]

I can't get over that they're starting a true freshman, 3-star center. They shouldn't be able to do anything to us offensively because of that. If we're not blowing up their middle, we are an 8/9 win team IMO.

 

[BobbyMac]

I can't get over that they're starting a true freshman, 3-star center. They shouldn't be able to do anything to us offensively because of that. If we're not blowing up their middle, we are an 8/9 win team IMO.

Which way to the Fire Kelly! thread?

In all seriousness, write up the petition now and I'll sign it. When 8/9 happens, turn it in for the group. It's your ship Capt. Koon.

 

[wizards8507]

I can't get over that they're starting a true freshman, 3-star center. They shouldn't be able to do anything to us offensively because of that. If we're not blowing up their middle, we are an 8/9 win team IMO.

Which way to the Fire Kelly! thread?

In all seriousness, write up the petition now and I'll sign it. When 8/9 happens, turn it in for the group. It's your ship Capt. Koon.

It's gonna happen. We lose to USC, Stanford, Michigan State, and one other.

 

[Veritate Duce Progredi]

It's gonna happen. We lose to USC, Stanford, Michigan State, and one other.

So you believe we're an 8 win team?

 

[wizards8507]

So you believe we're an 8 win team?

8 or 9, that's my prediction.

 

[IrishLax]

I just listened to Power Hour and I think we lose by 10+. Just the vibe I get from their pessimistic insider. Reminds me of a Notre Dame fan before we pull one out of our butts.

Counterpoint, we win by 50:
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[ACamp1900]

8 or 9, that's my prediction.

I'm here too... I think we are just replacing too many impact players on both sides... I'd be thrilled with another ten win season..

 

[arrowryan]

It's gonna happen. We lose to USC, Stanford, Michigan State, and one other.

So you basically have Notre Dame losing to everyone thats worth a shit?

 

[Irish2155]

Yes. He's been around ESPNU and the SEC Network but he got promoted this year and will be in the booth doing color on Dave Pasch's games.

Thank you. That is all I need to know. Who gives two shits about this dudes opinion?

 

[RDU Irish]

Best QB situation we have had in a long time to start the season versus one of the weakest QB lineups we have been up against in recent memory. That adds up nicely in my book.

 

[IrishBroker]

I'm here too... I think we are just replacing too many impact players on both sides... I'd be thrilled with another ten win season..

I agree.

I can see 8 or 9 wins here based on what I see so far and our concerns.

Now, if we come out and light it up and D is sound? You never know

 

[IrishBroker]

So you basically have Notre Dame losing to everyone thats worth a shit?

it's happened before....

 

[Irish Insanity]

It's gonna happen. We lose to USC, Stanford, Michigan State, and one other.

MSU scares me. Not because of us, but them. They play Fuhrman this Friday then not again until our game. So extra rest and extra tape on us.

I'm here too... I think we are just replacing too many impact players on both sides... I'd be thrilled with another ten win season..

I'll go with 9-3. Losses to MSU, USC, and 1 other.