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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 20, 2022 12:52:02 GMT -5
ESPN+.
A good matchup we can win, but not fan friendly for travel.
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 20, 2022 13:17:47 GMT -5
One common opponent, they hosted and beat CSU 40-17, we beat CSU at their place 28-14.
This is the biggest game in GW football history IMHO. Yes, hosting the 1992 NAIA title game would be 1B right now behind this game at 1A. Big exposure and what we've been waiting for since the move up to 1-AA back at the turn of the century.
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Post by foedoe56 on Nov 20, 2022 20:18:20 GMT -5
ESPN+. A good matchup we can win, but not fan friendly for travel. Is there any fan charter busses going?
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 20, 2022 20:48:19 GMT -5
I would hope so, but with the holiday, who knows.
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Post by dawg86 on Nov 20, 2022 20:53:14 GMT -5
Feeling really good about our chances with this draw. EKU will be tough up there, but I've got a lot of confidence in our team. I'm sure a lot of us would have liked to have seen a Furman matchup, but I think we have a better chance of winning in first round against EKU. Hoping they'll be overlooking us for William & Mary - if so, they'll be making a big mistake.
We're finally in the playoffs! Let's do some damage.
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 20, 2022 21:38:43 GMT -5
Looks like we are going to catch a big break with the weather up there. Right now, forecast Saturday is sunny with a high of 54 and a low Saturday night of 36. Means the game will be played in the 40s and dry. Perfect.
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Post by garbageman80 on Nov 21, 2022 6:29:12 GMT -5
I really thought we would draw Richmond, or North Dakota St.but I will take a first round game with EKU!! This should be a lot of fun I got us winning this win in a tight one 34-31!!! Wouldn't be surprised to see OT!! I watched EKU earlier this year against I believe it was Eastern Michigan they have some really good skill position players!
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Post by garbageman80 on Nov 21, 2022 6:30:51 GMT -5
Feeling really good about our chances with this draw. EKU will be tough up there, but I've got a lot of confidence in our team. I'm sure a lot of us would have liked to have seen a Furman matchup, but I think we have a better chance of winning in first round against EKU. Hoping they'll be overlooking us for William & Mary - if so, they'll be making a big mistake. We're finally in the playoffs! Let's do some damage. Yeah if we can beat EKU I believe we have a shot at William and Mary!! From there who knows!
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 21, 2022 10:16:10 GMT -5
Feeling really good about our chances with this draw. EKU will be tough up there, but I've got a lot of confidence in our team. I'm sure a lot of us would have liked to have seen a Furman matchup, but I think we have a better chance of winning in first round against EKU. Hoping they'll be overlooking us for William & Mary - if so, they'll be making a big mistake. We're finally in the playoffs! Let's do some damage. Yeah if we can beat EKU I believe we have a shot at William and Mary!! From there who knows! First things first. Beat the Colonels.
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Post by colonelblitz on Nov 21, 2022 13:43:39 GMT -5
Welcome to all the Bulldog fans that plan to make the trip to Richmond. We are as excited as you are to be in the playoffs. I sat through the coldest game in recent memory last Saturday against Kennasaw St. The wishbone offense they ran gave us fits, but our passing game was a nightmare for them. Made for and exciting game. Not sure what questions you might have about our city. Plenty of motels, all the chain restaurants, friendly people ( even at the game) . Being thanksgiving giving weekend, not sure how many fans be around for the game . Students gone, but us old timers will be there cheering on our Colonels .. Best of luck next year in your season, I just can’t seem to wish you good luck on Saturday.. 😀. But I do wish you safe travels here and back home and that both teams avoid any injuries . Let’s go have some fun. We like to tailgate, so join in ! Go Colonels..
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 22, 2022 21:00:13 GMT -5
Weather now looking more dicey, temperature about the same, but a 60%-70% chance of rain. That is going to put a premium on ball security.
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Post by fgcolonel on Nov 22, 2022 21:28:07 GMT -5
Greetings from Richmond. I see my brother Blitz has already been here. I am sure he steered you right. We are really looking forward to this Saturday. On paper we look pretty even. Should be a hard fought, hard hitting, fun, 60 minute game. I think the only odds I have seen makes us a 1.5 favorite, which is the home field. Don't think we will muster our usual crowd this weekend. Been averaging about 12,000, Eight or nine would tickle me to death this week. I would feel a lot better if our students were going to be here. BUT, like you guys I feel pretty good about my teams chances. When we play focused, assignment football we can be pretty good. We are beat up a bit but I imagine everyone is at this point in the season. Like Blitz said. Hope you have safe travels and the Colonel Nation treats your fans well. Be glad to answer any questions you may have about our team, Roy Kidd Stadium, the University, (Blitz and I are both Alumni), the city or the area in general.
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Post by dawgjowls on Nov 23, 2022 6:16:41 GMT -5
Welcome, colonelblitz and fgcolonel. Glad you dropped by. We're tickled to play a school with the playoffs history that EKU has. (You've made it 20+ times, no?) We're obviously hoping our guys can pull it out on what might be a sloppy (weather-wise) day, but if you prevail, some of us will be pulling for you in the next round.
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Post by gwebb1994 on Nov 23, 2022 8:13:47 GMT -5
Indeed, welcome to our two distinguished enemies this week.
If I had one question for them it would be this....both of our offenses are in the top 20 nationally in FCS, but the EKU defense is ranked tied at 105 nationally? Are you that poor defensively, or are their other issues like overall scheme, injuries, etc. that cause the low ranking. I think your D is going to get to see Mr. Gaither running at you, a LOT, especially if the weather is as bad as forecast.
And yes, I'll root for EKU, or anyone else for that matter, against that woke toilet known as William and Mary next weekend.
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Post by fgcolonel on Nov 23, 2022 10:43:10 GMT -5
Indeed, welcome to our two distinguished enemies this week. If I had one question for them it would be this....both of our offenses are in the top 20 nationally in FCS, but the EKU defense is ranked tied at 105 nationally? Are you that poor defensively, or are their other issues like overall scheme, injuries, etc. that cause the low ranking. I think your D is going to get to see Mr. Gaither running at you, a LOT, especially if the weather is as bad as forecast. And yes, I'll root for EKU, or anyone else for that matter, against that woke toilet known as William and Mary next weekend. Our defense has been racked with injuries. Especially at defensive back. At one time all of our #1 and #2 safeties and corners were out. some of them back and the younger guys are maturing. Every position has been hit at one time or another this year. No excuses for last week. we just could not handle the 255 pound RB at the back or the wishbone and the speed of the other backs give us fits,. Schemes were ok but apparently just could not replicate the team speed in our practice. Still at times we play very good on that side of the ball in spurts and when we have to. This team will be highly motivated this week. The practice I saw showed a totally different mind set from an already focused team. I think we will play well. With all that being said, I know your team will come in ready to play too. I anticipate a very competitive, physical game that may be decided by turnovers, special team play and penalties. Kind of like the saying goes. The one that blinks first loses. On a different note, Does your team travel well? Will you bring many fans with you? This mornings weather called for a nasty day here Saturday but it is changing daily, Who knows? No doubt the Colonel Nation will be rooting for the winner of this game throughout the playoffs.
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