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Ted Thompson
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Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 9:25:25 AM

Use this thread to talk about anything game-related. For away games, we'll have a separate travel thread.

Date: November 16th, 2010 8:00 PM

Opponent: Temple (8-2, 5-1 MAC)

Site: Lincoln Financial Field

TV: ESPN2

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Temple's media guide, roster and statistics.

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Ohio Injury List (status is my interpretation based upon media reports)

MLB Noah Keller     (Out, toe)
FS Gerald Moore     (Out, foot)
OG Vince Carlotta    (Questionable - did not play vs. Buffalo, concussion)
WR LaVon Brazill     (Out, broken hand)
TE Nathan Caldwell (Out for season, shoulder)
TE Zac Clark             (Out, concussion)
CB Billy Gonzales-Santos (Doubtful)
QB Boo Jackson      (Questionable)
ST Brian Albrecht      (Questionable, broken hand)
TE Jahan Olyaie       (Questionable - played sparingly vs. Buffalo, rib/back)
LB Jelani Woseley   (Probable - groin, played vs. Buffalo)
DE Curtis Meyers    (Probable - played vs. Louisiana, knee)
OT A.J. Strum           (Questionable - did not play vs. Louisiana)
DE Dak Notestine    (Probable - played vs. Buffalo, shoulder)
QB Phil Bates            (Probable, hand/ankle)
C   Alex Mitchell         (Probable)
C   Skyler Allen          (Probable - played vs. Buffalo)

Last Edited: 11/8/2010 11:04:26 AM by Ted Thompson

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 10:50:32 AM

The Boo status has changed to questionable......in my heart I'm hoping it changes to probable.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 11:51:57 AM

An advantage we may have--Against kents, Temples' qb, a lefty, seemed to roll out left a lot. Our right DE's might enjoy that.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 12:43:54 PM

1. Temple's pass defense is the best in the conference statistically -- however, one thing to leaven us is that they don't pick many passes off. Just seven interceptions in ten games. No one has more than one on their team. Only EMU has a lower number. So Ohio might not have great success in the passing game if they are indeed sans Boo, but I expect that they'll be able to be efficient if Bates can complete the screens and outs and slants we'll see. If Temple is unlikely to take chances in the secondary, I think Ohio can dink and dunk their way down the field -- which actually goes against my first impressions going into this week.

2. Ohio is not going to get more than three and half yards per carry between the tackles, so get to the perimeter in the running game and get Bates warmed up early with a nice set of easy passes. Someone needs to start getting into the quarterbacks heads about how open Jordan Thompson is this season. Only recently have they started exploiting the athleitic advantages he has over MAC linebackers. He's open every play. They just need to look his way. For two years I've been waiting for a Thompson breakout game. I think this one could be it. Just look his way.

3. And Ohio might need to trick them at some point this week. Reverse pass, double reverse, fake punt, fake field goal, flea flicker. Something. One big play likely decides this one, as I can't see either team getting the score past the low-20s.

4. Ohio's commitment to running the football is admirable. I thought early in the season that they'd have to chuck the playbook and go to a pass heavy spread after the Wofford and Toledo debacles. Not surprisingly, Frank Solich is smarter than me and the offensive line is harder working than I imagined. They've gotten to a respectable position. The fact that Ohio has run it 379 times and now has a per-carry average of 4.6 yards is something I never imagined after Week 3. Kudos to the staff and players sticking to their guns. If they hadn't, this team would have no chance this week if Boo is actually out of the game. Now, they have a puncher's chance even without their starting quarterback, because they can still move it on the ground.

5. If this one is close, both teams have the kickers to win it with the leg. Let's hope it doesn't get that far.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 1:46:12 PM

This would be a tough game with everyone up and running. I like Bates, but it will be much tougher if Boo doesn't play. We need to cut out the mistakes we made the last two games.

By the way, should we be worried about the extra point unit. A botched try in each of the last three games.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 1:51:52 PM

so, this qb for Temple, he throws the forward pass? Why was this switch not made sooner?

Last year, Temple was without Pierce, but they still ran all over us. However, we kept them one-dimensional, so I don't think Pierce makes the difference. However, our secondary the last two weeks has me concerned. I've seen too many receivers beating us deep. Our D really seems to have trouble getting off the field on 3rd down. Much more so than our previous East title teams, where our D has carried us and made huge plays when the O was struggling.

Last year, Theo Scott had the game of his life. Incredible. Now we're on the road. Who can step up with a game of that caliber?

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/8/2010 7:23:38 PM

One positive is that there have been no new on-field injuries beyond dings and bruises in the last two games. With this week to prep and heal-up the past injuries, the team should be in good shape.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/9/2010 1:22:40 PM

While watching Lesticles (outstanding nickname for Les Miles as tabbed by Bill King) and LSU put the wood to 'Bama this weekend, it occurred to me that we have the perfect personnel to pull off that double toss sweep reverse LSU so eloquently executed.

Whether it's Boo, Phil or 50/50 I'm betting we're going to really see the depth of OUr playbook next Tuesday.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/10/2010 7:36:05 AM

Early forecast is calling for rain on Tuesday.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/10/2010 8:35:34 AM

I would expect Temple to be favored in this game, but not more than 6 points, maybe closer to 3.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/10/2010 1:22:28 PM

From Solich press conference, Snyder will be #3 QB vs. Temple. Or #2 if Boo doesn't play.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/10/2010 2:10:38 PM

Will be watching this from the Roosters in Circleville with my friends and family.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/12/2010 4:50:42 PM

Notestine -- Williamson -- Hodge -- Gatling

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DakAttack and crew can bring home a victory from Philthadelphia. This is their game...Their dominance can control the inside run and free up blitz packages.

While Gerardi has inarguably been playing well, he still only has 3 starts. This is a monstrously stressful situation for him considering what's on the line...Especially at home, at night and on ESPN2. We need to get in his head early and stay there! Pressure will bring mistakes from him that OUr Secondary can capitalize on. Once his confidence takes the first hit, it's go time from there...

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Judging from Coach's mannerisms in the press conference, I'm guessing things are looking brighter than we initially expected. With both Boo & Bates (not to mention DEEP talent in the Backfield and at Receiver) we are bringing a ton of offensive diversity into this game.   I think Thompson has a huge day as the Temple D just can not account for him in addition to all the other threats.

Last Edited: 11/12/2010 4:56:03 PM by Bobcat36

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/12/2010 7:48:40 PM

Bobcat 36..........I like the way you think.............DAK ATTACK that's a great term.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/13/2010 12:01:14 PM

a guest on ESPN Gameday just picked OHIO to beat Penn State, so we got that going for us.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/13/2010 10:43:10 PM

perimeterpost wrote:

a guest on ESPN Gameday just picked OHIO to beat Penn State, so we got that going for us.

Make it two in a row over PA schools.

By the way, an interesting bit of history: Every time the Cats have had a winning season under Solich, they won the MAC East.

Let's hope....

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/14/2010 4:10:28 PM

Opening line is Temple -10.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/14/2010 7:55:47 PM

My son in C-bus has invited me to his hacienda for the game with wings and beer and maybe some tequila.

The only caveat is that I watch most of the Buckeyes B-ball game which comes on at 6.

Can I accept this compromise?

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/14/2010 8:31:36 PM

Doc Bobcat wrote:

If you can't, meet me at the Lodge Bar tomorrow, and first round is on me. :)

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 4:40:03 AM

mcbin wrote:

Doc Bobcat wrote:

If you can't, meet me at the Lodge Bar tomorrow, and first round is on me. :)

ben

Thanks Ben.....he wants to me come up so I'll probably take his offer.....any chance the Lodge Bar will be open for the Kent State game......definately would try to make that one.

Last Edited: 11/15/2010 9:40:46 AM by Doc Bobcat

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 7:37:54 AM

In order for Ohio to beat Temple we have to win the turnover battle, Plain and simple. If we take care of the football, it's gonna be a long night for the Temple Owls, Frank will pull out all the stops in this game and play his two headed monster in Boo and Bates. I also look for Boykin to get more carries in this game. But it's all gonna come down to taking care of the football.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 9:03:55 AM

The line I saw was 7.5. Turnovers, as usual, will be key. If Boo plays and is 100% and we do not turn the ball over, I really like our chances.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 9:07:21 AM

I'll take OHIO & 7.5.

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 11:47:38 AM

71 BOBCAT wrote:

I'll take OHIO & 7.5.

GO BOBCATS

I'd take the 'Cats even if they were giving 7.5

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RE: Official Game 11 Thread: Temple

Posted: 11/15/2010 1:18:54 PM

It'll be good if our defense can stop 'em on their first drive. Seems that we often give up points on the first one, then settle in. Stakes are too high here for that.

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