Going to 12 is just too much IMO. I wish it would be at 8 tops, but I know it's all about money.Yep, my bigger issue is TCU. As for OSU, they played a weak schedule then got blown out at home. I'll be glad when expansion happens.
Going to 12 is just too much IMO. I wish it would be at 8 tops, but I know it's all about money.Yep, my bigger issue is TCU. As for OSU, they played a weak schedule then got blown out at home. I'll be glad when expansion happens.
I agree, I keep seeing people point to the fact that they lost significantly to Michigan, but ignore the fact that last year Georgia lost to Bama by 17 and still came back and won the Natty beating Bama in the end.UGA beats Any team in the country. As to OSU, what team deserves to be in more? Alabama? Who did they beat? USC? Same thing. They beat Notre Dame, but so did Ohio State.
If Alabama had one loss they would have gotten it, but they lost twice.
Probably the smart way to bet, honestlyI'm taking the over in this slugfest....I figure the offenses are so bad they'll be a few defensive touchdowns.
Not a football guru on past stats by any means, so I’m asking, has any game ever ended 0-0? This one has potential.Probably the smart way to bet, honestly
lol. Lots of offensive optimism there.
I just don’t see any way Iowa gets six safeties. I mean it could happen but I’m not seeing it.
Agree, the more you think about it. New Years Eve and closest to get to with a team with have a 50/50 chance to beat and extend our very long OOC wins.Reading our coaches comments in the paper, sounds like Iowa really wanted the MCB, had never played there. As for UK given the dates and the limited other bowl options it really was the only choice
Agree, the more you think about it. New Years Eve and closest to get to with a team with have a 50/50 chance to beat and extend our very long OOC wins.
If you can spell TD does that count? Please say it does, I hate to be a cheater, but everyone accuses me of it.Maybe we should have a spelling contest instead of a football game(first team to spell touchdown wins)
Problem with Ohio St is they got Boat Raced at home to their biggest rival. That game wasn’t close.And Ohio State's only loss was to the #2 rated team in the CFP. You do realize that right?
The game wasn't close for the final 9 minutes of the game; until then, OSU still had a shot. OSU was a head at the half. Doubting you even watched the game.Problem with Ohio St is they got Boat Raced at home to their biggest rival. That game wasn’t close.
Bama did lose 2 games by a total of 4 points one in OT on the last play and to Tenn on the road on the last play. I’m no Bama defender by any means, but OSU should not be there losing their last game by 20+ points At Home.
I'm taking the over in this slugfest....I figure the offenses are so bad they'll be a few defensive touchdowns.
Good question ... haven't heard anything on the Iowa side. I was thinking of going, but decided against it in the end. I love the location.Anyone heard how ticket sales are going ? Obviously weather looking more favorable for this “offensive slugfest” lol.
I watched it. May have technically been close until final 9, but it was clear after the 1st quarter that Mich was better. Not saying Bama should have been in playoff, but poster did have legit arguement.The game wasn't close for the final 9 minutes of the game; until then, OSU still had a shot. OSU was a head at the half. Doubting you even watched the game.
Just wanted to say Merry Christmas Rucker, and I'd wish you luck in your bowl game, but, you know. Let's not get anyone hurt, and meet again next year in the playoffs. Buon Natale!Looking forward to interaction with you guys again on another bowl game.
First, such amazing similarities in the two programs in many areas.
2022 Iowa season: Underachieving. No way else to say it.
As you may know, Iowa wins with their defense first, and their special teams second. Our offense was rated #130 this past year out of 131. Complete horrid show:
Iowa Offense:
Two best talents are #2 Caleb Jonson at RB (true freshman) and #84 Sam LaPorta.
BIG question mark if LaPorta will play or not. He missed the final regular season game due to a knee injury from the week before. Since he'll be one of the better TEs in the draft, I wouldn't be shocked to see him not play in the bowl game- especially know he hurt his knee only a couple weeks ago. At this point though, Ferentz says he's planning to play in the game.
Johnson at RB is a stud.
Iowa has already lost their two most talented WRs to the portal-- not saying much. They are just void of talent at WR. Only thee WRs will play- Ragaini, Vines, Brecht--and none are big threats IMO.
Offensive Line a complete and total mess. Little more to be said.
As noted in my other post, QB Spencer Petras won't play due to shoulder surgery. Backup has already hit the portal. Third teamer Joey Labas or 4th teamer Carson May (true freshman) will be the starter-- neither EVER taken a snap in his college career yet.
DEFENSE:
Outstanding overall....Probably top 10 in America. Saved Iowa's ass over and over. MANY interceptions returned for TDs past two years. Never seen anything like it.
Best all-round player IMO is redshirt freshman Cooper DeJean, a CB. He's also the punt returner and gunner on the punt team. Just a magnificent all-round player.
LB Jack Campbell the heart and soul of the team really. LB Seth Benson a good one too.
Big solid DL and secondary solid too.
Again, GREAT defense all-round.
SPECIAL TEAMS:
Grade A. Like the defense, has saved Iowa's ass many times the past two years.
PUNTING:
Tory Taylor. Fabulous pner overall, specialty pinning the ball down deep in the opponent's end. Australian punter.
FG KICKER:
Big-timer true freshman.
Fire away with any detailed questions. You know me; I won't sugarcoat.
You’ll be a Daisy if you keep working that Tomb Stone ish!We've got two of them. one for each side of the field
Merry Christmas to you Pickle! I hear ya on the bowl game!Just wanted to say Merry Christmas Rucker, and I'd wish you luck in your bowl game, but, you know. Let's not get anyone hurt, and meet again next year in the playoffs. Buon Natale!
Wouldn't it be nice, just one time, to be able to sit back and just enjoy the bowl game without being on pins and needles the whole time?“UK 13.2, Iowa 12.8”
I really hope the game doesn’t come down to decimal points.
I’m a traditionalist, but no way Hell do I take my abacus to Nashville!!