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Ted Thompson
10/18/2023 3:31 PM

 

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MonroeClassmate
10/18/2023 7:51 PM
Since at this point the offense cannot definitively be counted on for MACtion on Saturday it is then up to the defense to allow NOTHING.

Get stuck with short field, many three and outs no matter. Defense you must take control of the season for everyone on the team.

Good luck, I see that the Broncos have moved the ball pretty well on occasion. That cannot be the case Saturday. Just Shut Them Down.
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OUcats82
10/19/2023 10:09 AM
I'm cautiously optimistic about the offense having a good bounce back game this week.

The combination of wanting to get the taste last week's results out of their mouths, along with Western's softer D I think will allow a high output on offense.

If the Cats can get up to a two score lead, I would love to see some work in the passing game.
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M.D.W.S.T
10/19/2023 11:02 AM
OUcats82 wrote:expand_more
If the Cats can get up to a two score lead, I would love to see some work in the passing game.
We'll see the opposite.

If OU goes up two scores, we're gonna see a slow grind until WMU hits a random reverse and goes for an 80 yard TD and we're forced to throw again.
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Rufus1992
10/19/2023 1:51 PM
I don't understand the thinking. They are playing Ohio, Ohio State and Cincinatti all at the same time. This cannot be an accident. The Miami v. Toldedo game is immediately after.
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Rufus1992
10/19/2023 1:54 PM
That is painstakingly true. I get that we like to move the ball slowly and control the clock, but a little faster pace might actually have helped us score in the first half of last game.
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Mike Johnson
10/19/2023 2:54 PM
Rufus1992 wrote:expand_more
That is painstakingly true. I get that we like to move the ball slowly and control the clock, but a little faster pace might actually have helped us score in the first half of last game.
Ohio's slow pace on offense gives the opponent's defense more time to set up. The strategy worked against Iowa State. But that was three games ago and MAC opponents likely studied films of the Iowa State and FAU games.

And a faster offense pace just might help our O line and our running game which, gee, might also help the passing game.

My guess there are Ohio players who want to see a faster pace.
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Pataskala
10/19/2023 3:29 PM
A 40% chance of showers Saturday afternoon with temps in the 50s. Not much wind, mostly from the west. Not quite as bad as lat Saturday in Dekalb.
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OUcats82
10/19/2023 4:18 PM
M.D.W.S.T wrote:expand_more
If the Cats can get up to a two score lead, I would love to see some work in the passing game.
We'll see the opposite.

If OU goes up two scores, we're gonna see a slow grind until WMU hits a random reverse and goes for an 80 yard TD and we're forced to throw again.
Sad but true.
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The Insider
10/19/2023 7:21 PM
Last Edited: 10/19/2023 7:22:45 PM by The Insider
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Ted Thompson
10/19/2023 8:45 PM

 

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Ted Thompson
10/19/2023 11:05 PM

 

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M.D.W.S.T
10/20/2023 10:38 AM
Ted Thompson wrote:expand_more
Do we have a black alternate this season?

I know I'm in the minority on this too, but I like when they go full pine tree. green on green with green helmets and green socks.

Side note: ESPN also said OU's green paw helmets were the best uniforms of Week 6.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/38561145...
Last Edited: 10/20/2023 10:39:03 AM by M.D.W.S.T
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randy
10/20/2023 12:22 PM
I'm with AlumDadDad. Rain or shine, we "are "Bobcats. When one has been around as long as some have.. I never would have thought Ohio would be going into this week as heavy favorites with a 5-2 record! I admire the analytics, I follow. Tomorrow we have to trust the process, the team and coaching staff.. I think the Northern game WAS a setback. However this turnaround will offer different play call and "schemes" should be interesting.
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Valley Cat
10/20/2023 2:31 PM
Take care of business. Toledo does us a solid and next Saturday puts you on the inside track for a Drive to Detroit.
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LuckySparrow
10/21/2023 11:35 AM
Here's to hoping today is a return to form for our offense. I hope we have some razzle dazzle plays scheduled in to catch WMU off guard and get some big yardage. Fake speed option pass, reverses, etc. I feel great if we can score 24+ points with our defense.

WMU's schedule has been tough so far. Perhaps there is some attrition on their side. They are tougher than I expected this year.

Truly, it comes down to our offense. Bangura and Allison are both averaging less than 4 ypc. That has to start improving. Can we get some big plays and consistent ground game today? If the answer is yes, we win.

WMU 18
OHIO 23
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spongeBOB CATpants
10/21/2023 12:18 PM
Missed opportunity, Rourke has airmailed a few throws already and they weren't even close.
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Casper71
10/21/2023 12:18 PM
stupid penalty. Even stupider playcalling. Field goals are for losers.
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bobcatsquared
10/21/2023 12:19 PM
Gifted first and goal thanks to late hit. Don't take advantage with two overthrows by Rourke sandwiching a delay of game on Rourke.
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colobobcat66
10/21/2023 12:23 PM
bobcatsquared wrote:expand_more
Gifted first and goal thanks to late hit. Don't take advantage with two overthrows by Rourke sandwiching a delay of game on Rourke.
Been saying it, this offense is not very good-saying this to see them put up 40
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spongeBOB CATpants
10/21/2023 12:26 PM
Right on queue, the defense with a nice stop.
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ytownbobcat
10/21/2023 12:27 PM
I hope our Offense gets their MOJO back soon
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Casper71
10/21/2023 12:38 PM
so much for that vaunted defense.
Teams are figuring us all out. Just throw the ball
Nice creativity on offense. Why not run the option wide there once?
Last Edited: 10/21/2023 1:00:50 PM by Casper71
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RufusCat09
10/21/2023 12:59 PM
LOL here we go again. Can't even get a single yard. Is our offensive line that bad? my god
Last Edited: 10/21/2023 1:00:50 PM by RufusCat09
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LuckySparrow
10/21/2023 1:00 PM
Our ground game is in shambles.
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