The HUSKIES are favored by 12.

(EDIT: it actually opened at -8.5)

(09-07-2014 05:16 PM)NIUHuskie Wrote:  The HUSKIES are favored by 12.

Hopefully there is no letdown like Idaho 2009. Thats a big PS considering the weather, trip, etc.

First they got killed by Arizona. No big deal there, but then they barely beat Northern Colorado, which apparently is not very good even for FCS. And I'm sure Vegas won't be as hard to get to as the Kibbie Dome. Still, any team with a decent passing attack is a threat.

When was the last time we played well West of Iowa City? 2008 vs Idaho?

2010 Humanitarian Bowl smacking of Fresno State in Boise.

(09-07-2014 06:55 PM)Skinut Wrote:  2010 Humanitarian Bowl smacking of Fresno State in Boise.

Ok...that makes me feel better.

(09-07-2014 06:57 PM)HuskieJohn Wrote:  

(09-07-2014 06:55 PM)Skinut Wrote:  2010 Humanitarian Bowl smacking of Fresno State in Boise.

Ok...that makes me feel better.

But for a bowl game we get out there well ahead of the game. If we're flying in just before the game it might be a different story.

2013 Poinsettia Bowl
2013 at Idaho
2011 at Kansas
2010 at Iowa State
2010 Humanitarian Bowl

Now that we proved that the program can survive without JL, I hope we don't ruin it. Remember 2011, when we finally were favored over a BCS team (Kansas)...and lost. Take care of UNLV then start preparing for Arkansas.

Yeah, NIU hasn't always played well west of the Mississippi but NIU is going have a large talent gap here. They're just flat out better.

Somewhat of a trap game and the weather and travel make me worrisome, but Carey and staff have done a good job of keeping NIU ready for crappy teams.

I felt with kill and Doeren they overlooked some teams, but the past season, when NIU would have had let downs they didn't. (Outside of Idaho)

Don't think they've ever played in dry heat, but last years iowa game was arguably hotter than any other type of weather most kids will play in. Also, they have a lot of Floridians on the roster. Coach ohrt is gonna be instrumental in keeping everyone hydrated and prepped for the week.

I'd also say a 12 point spread seems small. I may put some cash down for this.

I think we win by 10 vs UNLV

Will this be on tv anywhere?

(09-07-2014 07:27 PM)huskie1stdown Wrote:  Will this be on tv anywhere?

Doubtful but we will know for sure tomorrow.

Every line I've seen is NIU -8.5

(09-07-2014 07:35 PM)HuskieJohn Wrote:  

(09-07-2014 07:27 PM)huskie1stdown Wrote:  Will this be on tv anywhere?

Doubtful but we will know for sure tomorrow.

And tomorrow should also have Arkansas time announced.

(09-07-2014 07:41 PM)spanky Wrote:  Every line I've seen is NIU -8.5

I don't get it, it said 12 but now it says -8.5 (The Spread)

Looks like UNLV can pass the ball. They probably will put some points up on our young secondary. Hopefully whoever is Huskie QB can move the offense from the start of the game. No slow start like the first half against Northwestern.

(09-07-2014 08:03 PM)HuskieJoe Wrote:  Looks like UNLV can pass the ball. They probably will put some points up on our young secondary. Hopefully whoever is Huskie QB can move the offense from the start of the game. No slow start like the first half against Northwestern.

I think they will be okay. He got most of his yards vs. Arizona trying to come back. He's at 55% completions and has 4 INTs.

They don't like to run the ball, so passing is their go to. But they struggled moving the ball on northern Colorado. If NIU goes to man coverage and can get a pass rush with 4, they will be just fine.

NIU should have great success running the ball against their weak defense.

Yahoo is saying CBSS.

(09-07-2014 07:14 PM)HuskieJWN Wrote:  Yeah, NIU hasn't always played well west of the Mississippi but NIU is going have a large talent gap here. They're just flat out better.

Somewhat of a trap game and the weather and travel make me worrisome, but Carey and staff have done a good job of keeping NIU ready for crappy teams.

I felt with kill and Doeren they overlooked some teams, but the past season, when NIU would have had let downs they didn't. (Outside of Idaho)

Don't think they've ever played in dry heat, but last years iowa game was arguably hotter than any other type of weather most kids will play in. Also, they have a lot of Floridians on the roster. Coach ohrt is gonna be instrumental in keeping everyone hydrated and prepped for the week.

I'd also say a 12 point spread seems small. I may put some cash down for this.

Temp will be about 96 at game time without much change throughout the game.