(09-27-2018 08:57 AM)Coastal12 Wrote:  I am feeling pretty good about this one. What Troy struggles with we do fairly well. I think we will give Troy all they can handle in this one.

Troy is extremely well coached but the players still have some discipline to work out.

Our D shouldn’t be able to stop Troy but if we do lookout for a long night.

We are going to run the ball very well on Troy. They don't have the ability to stop our run game.

However, they will score every time they touch the ball. Passing the ball against our secondary is just a gimme TD for our opponents every drive, and Troy can and will exploit that.

Which is why it is IMPERATIVE that we dominate the time of possession battle. The only real defense our team has is an offense that holds the ball for 70% of the game.

If a turnover or two go our way, we might have a shot.

(09-24-2018 05:37 PM)JCGSU Wrote:  That Nebraska win is losing its luster by the week. Still think that is where the 15 is coming from probably should be 10 seing that Nebraska is straight garbage.

Nebraska

(09-24-2018 10:43 PM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 09:16 PM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  We are missing our starting QB coming into this game. We will be starting a true freshman with no significant in game experience.

We will lose this game, but we can keep it respectable if we do two things:

1. No turnovers.
2. Sustain drives and burn clock to win the time of possession battle and keep the ball out of troy’s hands.

Our defense is freaking AWFUL. The only real defense we have is our offense who has the ability to chew clock and limit the opposing team’s touches. That’s what we need to do against Troy to not get blown out.

And no. That’s not sandbagging. We are a decent team this year, but we have an atrocious secondary, our starting QB is hurt, and we are on the road against the defending champs.

You’d be crazy to predict a CCU win this weekend unfortunately.

Nevertheless, that’s what I’ll be pulling for! Go Chants! Trojans can suck it!

Time of possession means very little to Troy.

Your own beloved coach seems to think differently when speaking in his pregame press conference.

He specifically said that's going to be the challenge for Troy is the fact that we hold the ball for so long on offense.

And he's right. That is the only thing that will keep us in this game.

I thought Coastal would have similar success to App and GaSo coming into the league. Though they didn't start great, I still think we will be seeing them as a contender pretty soon. I'll give the nod to Troy this time, but it would not shock me if Coastal were to beat any of the big 3/4 this year.

I think some are leery because Vic Koenning hasn't always been successful against option based offenses. This year's defense is good, but not like last year, and doesn't have the usual attention to detail that his defenses usually have. This is a problem for Troy in this matchup.

The time of possession argument is a good one. All you have to do is look to Troy vs GS circa 2014 or 2015. We had 1:47 TOP in the 4th QTR. Absolutely ridiculous. I do think the main difference is that it's hard to be ball control bullies if you don't have a great defense. I don't think CCU's defense is as bad as it's being made out to be. They're improved, at least to me anyways. But I don't think it will be good enough. Offensively, with Coastal giving up 6.29 yards per rush, Troy should have a field day on the ground. CCU's offense will have a good time, just hope it's not 50 yard run after 50 yard run.

The key is going to be Troy being Troy. If we can get a fast start like we have against FAMU, Nebraska, and ULM, we can put the game away early. We are absolutely dominant in the first half of play. If not, it could be a long day. Another key is the true freshman QB getting his first collegiate start on the road in a place that tough to win. This is also Coastal's fourth road game in five, including three in a row. That has to be taking a toll. The game certainly favors Troy, but you never know.

(09-27-2018 09:18 AM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 10:43 PM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 09:16 PM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  We are missing our starting QB coming into this game. We will be starting a true freshman with no significant in game experience.

We will lose this game, but we can keep it respectable if we do two things:

1. No turnovers.
2. Sustain drives and burn clock to win the time of possession battle and keep the ball out of troy’s hands.

Our defense is freaking AWFUL. The only real defense we have is our offense who has the ability to chew clock and limit the opposing team’s touches. That’s what we need to do against Troy to not get blown out.

And no. That’s not sandbagging. We are a decent team this year, but we have an atrocious secondary, our starting QB is hurt, and we are on the road against the defending champs.

You’d be crazy to predict a CCU win this weekend unfortunately.

Nevertheless, that’s what I’ll be pulling for! Go Chants! Trojans can suck it!

Time of possession means very little to Troy.

Your own beloved coach seems to think differently when speaking in his pregame press conference.

He specifically said that's going to be the challenge for Troy is the fact that we hold the ball for so long on offense.

And he's right. That is the only thing that will keep us in this game.

His point is that it could limit Troy’s possessions if CCU sustains long drives. Troy winning or losing the TOP is irrelevant to the outcome of the game.


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(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

LOL. We're getting mad pub so who cares.

(09-27-2018 09:43 AM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:18 AM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 10:43 PM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 09:16 PM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  We are missing our starting QB coming into this game. We will be starting a true freshman with no significant in game experience.

We will lose this game, but we can keep it respectable if we do two things:

1. No turnovers.
2. Sustain drives and burn clock to win the time of possession battle and keep the ball out of troy’s hands.

Our defense is freaking AWFUL. The only real defense we have is our offense who has the ability to chew clock and limit the opposing team’s touches. That’s what we need to do against Troy to not get blown out.

And no. That’s not sandbagging. We are a decent team this year, but we have an atrocious secondary, our starting QB is hurt, and we are on the road against the defending champs.

You’d be crazy to predict a CCU win this weekend unfortunately.

Nevertheless, that’s what I’ll be pulling for! Go Chants! Trojans can suck it!

Time of possession means very little to Troy.

Your own beloved coach seems to think differently when speaking in his pregame press conference.

He specifically said that's going to be the challenge for Troy is the fact that we hold the ball for so long on offense.

And he's right. That is the only thing that will keep us in this game.

His point is that it could limit Troy’s possessions if CCU sustains long drives. Troy winning or losing the TOP is irrelevant to the outcome of the game.


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He’s right you know.

The only game they lead in TOP they got the doors blown off.

TOP means very little to Troy either they are going to get it done or they aren’t.

Against our D they are going to get it done more times than not. I just hope we can limit it a handful of times.

(09-27-2018 09:43 AM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:18 AM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 10:43 PM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 09:16 PM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  We are missing our starting QB coming into this game. We will be starting a true freshman with no significant in game experience.

We will lose this game, but we can keep it respectable if we do two things:

1. No turnovers.
2. Sustain drives and burn clock to win the time of possession battle and keep the ball out of troy’s hands.

Our defense is freaking AWFUL. The only real defense we have is our offense who has the ability to chew clock and limit the opposing team’s touches. That’s what we need to do against Troy to not get blown out.

And no. That’s not sandbagging. We are a decent team this year, but we have an atrocious secondary, our starting QB is hurt, and we are on the road against the defending champs.

You’d be crazy to predict a CCU win this weekend unfortunately.

Nevertheless, that’s what I’ll be pulling for! Go Chants! Trojans can suck it!

Time of possession means very little to Troy.

Your own beloved coach seems to think differently when speaking in his pregame press conference.

He specifically said that's going to be the challenge for Troy is the fact that we hold the ball for so long on offense.

And he's right. That is the only thing that will keep us in this game.

His point is that it could limit Troy’s possessions if CCU sustains long drives. Troy winning or losing the TOP is irrelevant to the outcome of the game.


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TOP is directly related to number of possessions. Generally speaking, if you’ve had the ball for less time you’ve probably had it for less possessions. Not always the case, but usually the case.

I’m sorry if you’re not capable of understanding this. Obviously your own coach does.

(09-27-2018 10:28 AM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:43 AM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:18 AM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 10:43 PM)Hemi Man Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 09:16 PM)CoastalAlum2011 Wrote:  We are missing our starting QB coming into this game. We will be starting a true freshman with no significant in game experience.

We will lose this game, but we can keep it respectable if we do two things:

1. No turnovers.
2. Sustain drives and burn clock to win the time of possession battle and keep the ball out of troy’s hands.

Our defense is freaking AWFUL. The only real defense we have is our offense who has the ability to chew clock and limit the opposing team’s touches. That’s what we need to do against Troy to not get blown out.

And no. That’s not sandbagging. We are a decent team this year, but we have an atrocious secondary, our starting QB is hurt, and we are on the road against the defending champs.

You’d be crazy to predict a CCU win this weekend unfortunately.

Nevertheless, that’s what I’ll be pulling for! Go Chants! Trojans can suck it!

Time of possession means very little to Troy.

Your own beloved coach seems to think differently when speaking in his pregame press conference.

He specifically said that's going to be the challenge for Troy is the fact that we hold the ball for so long on offense.

And he's right. That is the only thing that will keep us in this game.

His point is that it could limit Troy’s possessions if CCU sustains long drives. Troy winning or losing the TOP is irrelevant to the outcome of the game.


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TOP is directly related to number of possessions. Generally speaking, if you’ve had the ball for less time you’ve probably had it for less possessions. Not always the case, but usually the case.

I’m sorry if you’re not capable of understanding this. Obviously your own coach does.

I don’t mind you not understanding.

You’re still upset over the high school stadium comment.


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(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

And your last P5 win was when?

You couldn’t even get it done against wake forest last year

Sure wake had a winning record (yet to be seen with Nebraska) but will recruits or anyone care down the line what Nebraska’s record is?

Either way. We have been all over the sporting news.

So is Anderson a maybe or definitely not a go for this game? I think Coastal could make it interesting with Anderson, but if it's Carpenter again, don't think it's winnable.

(09-27-2018 11:57 AM)EigenEagle Wrote:  So is Anderson a maybe or definitely not a go for this game? I think Coastal could make it interesting with Anderson, but if it's Carpenter again, don't think it's winnable.

No one knows for sure if Anderson will be starting or not. Coach is being coy about that.

I would be surprised if we see Anderson Saturday.

But I’ll say this, Carpenter is better than you think.

Coastal keeps it interesting late into the 3rd quarter but a big play puts it away. Troy 31 - Coastal 21.

(09-27-2018 11:31 AM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

And your last P5 win was when?

You couldn’t even get it done against wake forest last year

Sure wake had a winning record (yet to be seen with Nebraska) but will recruits or anyone care down the line what Nebraska’s record is?

Either way. We have been all over the sporting news.

Important to note, Nebraska will have to beat one of Michigan State, Ohio State or Wisconsin, and win all 6 of their other games to have a winning record.

(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

I would be careful, ECU wouldn’t even beat Nebraska this year.

(09-27-2018 12:49 PM)APPrising Wrote:  Important to note, Nebraska will have to beat one of Michigan State, Ohio State or Wisconsin, and win all 6 of their other games to have a winning record.

I guess what people fail to see is that SBC teams, even when they're good, almost always lose to bad P5 teams. Nebraska is trash, but Troy lead 17-0 at one point, and 23-14 late in the 4th. The point is Troy won. Better teams have gotten wacked by P5's they should have beat, but were stiff, scared, nervous, what have you. Neal Brown gets the job done, and no one in this conference has better wins than LSU and Nebraska over the last four years.

(09-27-2018 12:49 PM)APPrising Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 11:31 AM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

And your last P5 win was when?

You couldn’t even get it done against wake forest last year

Sure wake had a winning record (yet to be seen with Nebraska) but will recruits or anyone care down the line what Nebraska’s record is?

Either way. We have been all over the sporting news.

Important to note, Nebraska will have to beat one of Michigan State, Ohio State or Wisconsin, and win all 6 of their other games to have a winning record.

Who cares? Does anybody care that Alabama and Arkansas were trash when ULM beat them? Nope. They go on the wall as wins over Alabama and Arkansas. Name brand wins are name brand wins, in two years nobody will remember or care that Nebraska was trash.

(09-27-2018 12:53 PM)T2003 Wrote:  

(09-27-2018 09:45 AM)ericsaid Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 05:27 PM)Atlanta Trojan Wrote:  

(09-24-2018 04:12 PM)ericsaid Wrote:  Coastal wins by 2. 30-28

You so badly want us to. And can’t stand we beat our P5

It was Nebraska....come on man.

I would be careful, ECU wouldn’t even beat Nebraska this year.

They might. Scottie Mo I thought should've been fired in Week 1. The seasons following Ruffin McNeil's departure have been laughable and much less than a disappointment to the expectations built up by Skip Holtz, Ruffin, and Lincoln Riley. However, I would put UNC on the same level as Nebraska, most likely, and ECU held them to around 70 yards in the second half of their game and put it away easily.

They also played USF close last week in a defensive game which isn't the norm in Greenville to say the least. Things may be turning around but I still would prefer that Scottie not be the answer to that turnaround, especially considering that a fellow alumn was fired after one down season after losing many star players and Lincoln Riley.