FCS Playoffs

[william schmaltz]

It’s a bummer NDSU pissed it down their leg the final minutes vs USD and lost the 1 seed. Would have USD instead of SDSU this weekend. However, I still think SDSU is the team to beat and if the Bison can’t beat ‘em at home, they sure wouldn’t have on a neutral field. So maybe it’s a blessing in disguise. Im just happy I can get the games on my antenna TV!

 

[Rotnguns]

It’s a bummer NDSU pissed it down their leg the final minutes vs USD and lost the 1 seed. Would have USD instead of SDSU this weekend. However, I still think SDSU is the team to beat and if the Bison can’t beat ‘em at home, they sure wouldn’t have on a neutral field. So maybe it’s a blessing in disguise. Im just happy I can get the games on my antenna TV!

You may be right, but I like MSU with Tommy Mellot. If he can maintain the level of play he's at, they'll be tough to beat.

 

[stank.243]

Really looking forward to the games this weekend. I think both have the potential to be stellar.
USD isn't going to be able to get away with giving the ball away like they did last weekend. Hoping the Jackrabbits can keep the offense moving against NDSU, but SDSU v NDSU always seem to be defensive battles.

 

[william schmaltz]

How MSU handles USD will tell a lot how they can match up to the others in a championship game (if they make it). NDSU had the blue print and SDSU openly says they saw over a decade what it would take to beat them and SDSU went out and created it. Now USD did the same. If you can’t beat ‘em, join em. The MVFC brand is control time of possession, dominate the line, and defense wins championships. The Big Sky brand is more of an Oregon style track meet. I think MSU’s coach being in the NDSU system for 20 years gives him an edge on how to matchup and we’re seeing that product he built over the last few years.

If MSU can keep matchups on the line 1 vs 1, they have the edge with a slightly more mobile QB. If they need to double those big MVFC D linemen, Tommy will have to deal with a blitz and a spy or two all game and that will take away a huge part of MSU’s game and a lot of points. It’s hard to pick a favorite. All four teams were built to play for a championship.

 

[74Bronco]

How MSU handles USD will tell a lot how they can match up to the others in a championship game (if they make it). NDSU had the blue print and SDSU openly says they saw over a decade what it would take to beat them and SDSU went out and created it. Now USD did the same. If you can’t beat ‘em, join em. The MVFC brand is control time of possession, dominate the line, and defense wins championships. The Big Sky brand is more of an Oregon style track meet. I think MSU’s coach being in the NDSU system for 20 years gives him an edge on how to matchup and we’re seeing that product he built over the last few years.

If MSU can keep matchups on the line 1 vs 1, they have the edge with a slightly more mobile QB. If they need to double those big MVFC D linemen, Tommy will have to deal with a blitz and a spy or two all game and that will take away a huge part of MSU’s game and a lot of points. It’s hard to pick a favorite. All four teams were built to play for a championship.

Yeah, long time NDSU fan. and I wouldn't bet my own money on either game. Really impressed with what USD has done, and finally seeing MSU first hand, if Tommy is accurate that is going to be a very tough team to beat. My prediction is turnovers and special teams play a huge factor in the outcome of both games.

 

[mtwarden]

NDSU and SDSU deadlocked at 14- pretty evenly matched on both sides of the ball.

Had to edit this on the last play

 

[jmez]

Mt State looking strong. Started taking over mid second quarter.

 

[mtwarden]

Mt State looking strong. Started taking over mid second quarter.

They look pretty good, but USD is not making it easy

 

[mtwarden]

That might have sealed the deal. Tough time for USD to get a crappy snap.

 

[Mt Al]

Cats win!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[jmez]

Mt State looked really good. I think they got conservative and protected the lead in the second half. They should beat NDSU, they are the better team. Only advantage NDSU has is been there done that. Can be a difference maker on the big stage. Should be a great game.

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[Dust Rider]

GO CATS GO

 

[mtwarden]

Yeah the Bobcats definitely dialed it back on offense with a 17 point lead.

I think it will be a close game, but I think Mellott will be the difference.

 

[wind gypsy]

Last time they met in Frisco Tommy got knocked out of the game early and it got ugly. Cats sure seem like favorites this year. Should be a good one.

 

[wind gypsy]

The Cam Miller to Bryce Lance connection is looking dangerous. Wild to control the ball one handed like he did on the game winning score.

Tommy Mellot is sure fun to watch.

 

[jmez]

Mellott is the real deal. I think he'll be the difference.

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[bow_dozer]

What a weekend of FCS ball. Pumped for the Cats!
If anybody will know how to get them ready, Vigan would be the guy.
Even with the coaching turnover, NDSU seems like the same machine from 10 years ago, very impressive.

 

[74Bronco]

Well it turned into a good game. I think the decisions with 3 minutes left in 1st half were the difference. And DB's staying 10+ yards off the ball for MSU. Kinda surprising.

 

[LostArra]

It probably wouldn't have made a difference but I don't understand the Mont St plan on the game's last play.
A punt return at least puts the ball in your hands.
Taco has had a few nice returns this season. I'm probably biased since Taco Dowler is the grandson of my college wrestling coach at UW, Joe Dowler (brother Boyd from the Packers)

 

[74Bronco]

Yeah, I think they kick it out of bounds, you have 3 seconds to make a play from your 40.. or sell out on the block. Tough decision.