(09-19-2023 07:20 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  https://www.al.com/sports/2023/09/jax-st...utType=amp

That's a nice report. Wish we had coverage like that.

JSU has been watching EMU, but the question remains: Will EMU play the same way as previous weeks, or will they try some new stuff? I expect more of the same with the real adjustments coming in the MAC games. Winning the conference is a bigger goal than beating JSU.

I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Holy, I respectfully have to disagree. True this game means nothing in the MAC standings, but I believe the MAC Champs would not lose to a team like Jax. To me this is the game that shows if we are a contender or pretender.

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

So...the MAC championship doesn't hang in the balance with this non conference game?

(09-21-2023 05:01 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Holy, I respectfully have to disagree. True this game means nothing in the MAC standings, but I believe the MAC Champs would not lose to a team like Jax. To me this is the game that shows if we are a contender or pretender.

I don't think there is a connection. Toledo won the MAC last year and lost to San Diego State (a 7-5 team). The year before NIU won the MAC...lost to a 6-6 Wyoming team. I think it would very much be possible to lose a hard fought game, learn from the loss, get some of our injured players back, and still potential win the MAC. Toledo plays @UMass in a few weeks, I think the same would be true for them if they were to lose that game.

I would like to see how good this defense could be if it wasn't on the field as much due to our offensive struggles.

(09-21-2023 05:01 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Holy, I respectfully have to disagree. True this game means nothing in the MAC standings, but I believe the MAC Champs would not lose to a team like Jax. To me this is the game that shows if we are a contender or pretender.

This game matters a ton as it relates to bowl game status. Better the bowl game the better the pay-out. I understand the MAC does Rev Gen sharing but the better the bowl game the more eyeballs and publicity.

(09-21-2023 06:34 AM)Sellers dweller Wrote:  

(09-21-2023 05:01 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Holy, I respectfully have to disagree. True this game means nothing in the MAC standings, but I believe the MAC Champs would not lose to a team like Jax. To me this is the game that shows if we are a contender or pretender.

I don't think there is a connection. Toledo won the MAC last year and lost to San Diego State (a 7-5 team). The year before NIU won the MAC...lost to a 6-6 Wyoming team. I think it would very much be possible to lose a hard fought game, learn from the loss, get some of our injured players back, and still potential win the MAC. Toledo plays @UMass in a few weeks, I think the same would be true for them if they were to lose that game.

(09-21-2023 01:47 PM)steve4840 Wrote:  

(09-21-2023 05:01 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Holy, I respectfully have to disagree. True this game means nothing in the MAC standings, but I believe the MAC Champs would not lose to a team like Jax. To me this is the game that shows if we are a contender or pretender.

This game matters a ton as it relates to bowl game status. Better the bowl game the better the pay-out. I understand the MAC does Rev Gen sharing but the better the bowl game the more eyeballs and publicity.

Yes. There is an attractive bowl game in Detroit.

(09-20-2023 11:29 PM)holybovine Wrote:  I’m fully prepared for a loss in this game. We have to remind ourselves that this game doesn’t really matter. It doesn’t impact the goal of getting to Detroit.

We need to see improvement from Smith and our WRs. That is key; if the passing game doesn’t improve, everything else is kind of moot.

Cow, I wish I had written that post, you absolutely nailed it!

(09-19-2023 08:04 PM)TheWoodenNickle Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 07:20 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  https://www.al.com/sports/2023/09/jax-st...utType=amp

That's a nice report. Wish we had coverage like that.

JSU has been watching EMU, but the question remains: Will EMU play the same way as previous weeks, or will they try some new stuff? I expect more of the same with the real adjustments coming in the MAC games. Winning the conference is a bigger goal than beating JSU.

Nickle you are so spot on about the coverage. I whine about it incessantly.

That said, JSU is two hours from Sabanville, unlike our 6 miles from UM. We are also 45 minutes from a pro sports team and Alabama has ZERO of such. Tough place for EMU to be regarding sports coverage.

I cannot agree with you more about the value of the game vs JAX St. I had three hopes for the football team this season. First: Win the MAC conference and I already forgot the other two. A loss to JSU will not be fatal.

(09-21-2023 05:27 PM)Jerry Weaver Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 08:04 PM)TheWoodenNickle Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 07:20 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  https://www.al.com/sports/2023/09/jax-st...utType=amp

That's a nice report. Wish we had coverage like that.

JSU has been watching EMU, but the question remains: Will EMU play the same way as previous weeks, or will they try some new stuff? I expect more of the same with the real adjustments coming in the MAC games. Winning the conference is a bigger goal than beating JSU.

Nickle you are so spot on about the coverage. I whine about it incessantly.

That said, JSU is two hours from Sabanville, unlike our 6 miles from UM. We are also 45 minutes from a pro sports team and Alabama has ZERO of such. Tough place for EMU to be regarding sports coverage.

I cannot agree with you more about the value of the game vs JAX St. I had three hopes for the football team this season. First: Win the MAC conference and I already forgot the other two. A loss to JSU will not be fatal.

Same. But I really want to see good series from the o-line and QB.

(09-21-2023 05:27 PM)Jerry Weaver Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 08:04 PM)TheWoodenNickle Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 07:20 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  https://www.al.com/sports/2023/09/jax-st...utType=amp

That's a nice report. Wish we had coverage like that.

JSU has been watching EMU, but the question remains: Will EMU play the same way as previous weeks, or will they try some new stuff? I expect more of the same with the real adjustments coming in the MAC games. Winning the conference is a bigger goal than beating JSU.

Nickle you are so spot on about the coverage. I whine about it incessantly.

That said, JSU is two hours from Sabanville, unlike our 6 miles from UM. We are also 45 minutes from a pro sports team and Alabama has ZERO of such. Tough place for EMU to be regarding sports coverage.

I cannot agree with you more about the value of the game vs JAX St. I had three hopes for the football team this season. First: Win the MAC conference and I already forgot the other two. A loss to JSU will not be fatal.

While I agree a loss to this tiny school would not be fatal, there is no reason to expect a loss to a team of this caliber. I fully expect a win Saturday and would be surprised and disappointed with an L.

Last week we played Don Brown

This week we play Rich Rod

I hope this doesn't mean we're about to play Brady Hoke at San Diego State.

(09-21-2023 07:09 PM)masttg Wrote:  

(09-21-2023 05:27 PM)Jerry Weaver Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 08:04 PM)TheWoodenNickle Wrote:  

(09-19-2023 07:20 PM)Luckeyone Wrote:  https://www.al.com/sports/2023/09/jax-st...utType=amp

That's a nice report. Wish we had coverage like that.

JSU has been watching EMU, but the question remains: Will EMU play the same way as previous weeks, or will they try some new stuff? I expect more of the same with the real adjustments coming in the MAC games. Winning the conference is a bigger goal than beating JSU.

Nickle you are so spot on about the coverage. I whine about it incessantly.

That said, JSU is two hours from Sabanville, unlike our 6 miles from UM. We are also 45 minutes from a pro sports team and Alabama has ZERO of such. Tough place for EMU to be regarding sports coverage.

I cannot agree with you more about the value of the game vs JAX St. I had three hopes for the football team this season. First: Win the MAC conference and I already forgot the other two. A loss to JSU will not be fatal.

Same. But I really want to see good series from the o-line and QB.

You are right once again Professor. Preserving Samson's knees for the rest of the season are one thing, not throwing the ball effectively is another.

(09-21-2023 07:22 PM)Bob Wickersham Wrote:  While I agree a loss to this tiny school would not be fatal, there is no reason to expect a loss to a team of this caliber. I fully expect a win Saturday and would be surprised and disappointed with an L.

Jacksonville State is about 10,000 students compared to Eastern’s 15,000. So definitely smaller, but would not call it a tiny school. Still I agree with you, since they are newly moved up to the FBS sub division and given the level Coach Creighton has elevated EMU to, a loss should be considered disappointing.

We need to better disciplined each game and stop beating ourselves with penalities.

(09-18-2023 08:30 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  If we’re going to win the MAC, then this is a must win.

EMU 29 Jax 25

Excuse me. We are going to have to revoke your game score prediction license. The only person to underperform worse than EMU's QB room was you!

(09-24-2023 08:45 AM)Bob Wickersham Wrote:  

(09-18-2023 08:30 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  If we’re going to win the MAC, then this is a must win.

EMU 29 Jax 25

Excuse me. We are going to have to revoke your game score prediction license. The only person to underperform worse than EMU's QB room was you!

This prediction was based on the heart. I definitely would not have placed a wager on it.

(09-22-2023 11:07 PM)RamyEMU Wrote:  

(09-21-2023 07:22 PM)Bob Wickersham Wrote:  While I agree a loss to this tiny school would not be fatal, there is no reason to expect a loss to a team of this caliber. I fully expect a win Saturday and would be surprised and disappointed with an L.

Jacksonville State is about 10,000 students compared to Eastern’s 15,000. So definitely smaller, but would not call it a tiny school. Still I agree with you, since they are newly moved up to the FBS sub division and given the level Coach Creighton has elevated EMU to, a loss should be considered disappointing.

Ramy, you are correct, that loss was disappointing. That said, we did run into a buzzsaw. Jax St has a coach with a very respectable W-L record in Power 5 conferences. They also had a week off prior to prepare for a HOMECOMING game. Still, we did lay an egg for sure.

I am, however, baffled as to the Wiz from Iowa implying that a "tiny" school could be a sub-standard foe. This is after all, NCAA football where all FBS schools are allotted 85 scholarships regardless of enrollment. Notre Dame has a smaller student body than EMU, should we be expected to beat them as well? This is not HS football.

(09-24-2023 11:33 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  

(09-24-2023 08:45 AM)Bob Wickersham Wrote:  

(09-18-2023 08:30 AM)Luckeyone Wrote:  If we’re going to win the MAC, then this is a must win.

EMU 29 Jax 25

Excuse me. We are going to have to revoke your game score prediction license. The only person to underperform worse than EMU's QB room was you!

This prediction was based on the heart. I definitely would not have placed a wager on it.

Why not, Lucky, on this site you can bet $10K and when you lose, just claim it is for fun. Now that action deserves a genuine