THE IUP Football Thread

[IUPNation]

At least Wawa (Yousers) beat Sheetz (Yinzers)…..

Iggles now 49-29-1 all time vs the Stillers…11-6 in the “Super Bowl” era.

:-)

[ironmaniup]

I’m not convinced that Cal and KU aren’t better than IUP. No joke. IUP is not…that…good, despite the record. Not good in terms of being a threat in the region, that is.

But the team that held rock to 12 pts , I’d be worried about them. Let’s face it, college kids are inconsistent. With highs and lows, even 11, had a great kickoff return and some good pass breakups. Plus Gannon played their best game this season. Like others have said, there are probably 5 teams that have a decent chance of winning sr1

[Fightingscot82]

The referees are not why IUP lost yesterday. It was poor play, a poor defensive scheme (IUP was out coached), a perpetually selfish and immature player that has inexplicably been allowed to stay on the field, and off the field distractions. That said, no referee should be allowed to work a game when a team he previously played for is involved. That’s a head scratcher for sure.

100% agree.

[Ship69]

You could say that about any team in the region.

Yup. I certainly don't see any super team in the PSAC this year, which makes it all the more depressing for those of us whose teams aren't doing well.

[iupgroundhog]

I’m not convinced that Cal and KU aren’t better than IUP. No joke. IUP is not…that…good, despite the record. Not good in terms of being a threat in the region, that is.

You could say that about any team in the region.

[EyeoftheHawk]

Gannon QB is why they won. Not the refs. Their WR's are talented esp Batiste. The little rb is better than Blanks. Idk if Blanks is hurt but the other guy is better as of now anyway.

Gannon defense is tough to run on usually.

But as far as Shepherd and IUP and the sky is falling. Let's not forget Cal was up in the 4th qtr vs Sheph

and KU was up 21-14 at half and Sheph 1st half td's were a KO return and an INT return. KU had chances to win.

I’m not convinced that Cal and KU aren’t better than IUP. No joke. IUP is not…that…good, despite the record. Not good in terms of being a threat in the region, that is.

[EdinboroFB]

Gannon QB is why they won. Not the refs. Their WR's are talented esp Batiste. The little rb is better than Blanks. Idk if Blanks is hurt but the other guy is better as of now anyway.

Gannon defense is tough to run on usually.

But as far as Shepherd and IUP and the sky is falling. Let's not forget Cal was up in the 4th qtr vs Sheph

and KU was up 21-14 at half and Sheph 1st half td's were a KO return and an INT return. KU had chances to win.

[Ram040506]

Are we just going to ignore the fact that the head umpire yesterday played football at Gannon and was heavily involved in the brawl in 2017! He was one of the main guys that started the fight in 2017 as well. Absolutely mind-boggling.

Hard to ignore when you include it in each comment you make.

why don’t you figure out something to do about it?

[EdinboroFB]

Are we just going to ignore the fact that the head umpire yesterday played football at Gannon and was heavily involved in the brawl in 2017! He was one of the main guys that started the fight in 2017 as well. Absolutely mind-boggling.

Pretty much ya.

On the roster as a R-Jr. Hadnt played at all going into that year. Not on the roster for his 5th year. Did he really like playing at Gannon if he didnt come back for his 5th year?

Show a call he made personally that didnt happen.

[IUP Crimson Hawk]

Are we just going to ignore the fact that the head umpire yesterday played football at Gannon and was heavily involved in the brawl in 2017! He was one of the main guys that started the fight in 2017 as well. Absolutely mind-boggling.

[IUP Crimson Hawk]

Elephant in the room when is Mr. Stewart coming back? Any word?

They didn't run worth a lick without him yesterday.

From the pregame show on 92.5 it sounded like Stewart is going to be back this week. We shall see.

[IUPbigINDIANS]

I’ll be interested to see if during the Tort Show this week if anyone has the balls to ask Tort why he plays Number 11 and if he has the balls to answer it… Why they keep Number 11 on this team is beyond me. If you have a cancer, you have to cut it out, and that’s what Number 11 is.

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Simple answer likely is he's the best option they have.

[IUsuallyPonder]

I’ll be interested to see if during the Tort Show this week if anyone has the balls to ask Tort why he plays Number 11 and if he has the balls to answer it… Why they keep Number 11 on this team is beyond me. If you have a cancer, you have to cut it out, and that’s what Number 11 is.

[IUPbigINDIANS]

Elephant in the room when is Mr. Stewart coming back? Any word?

They didn't run worth a lick without him yesterday.

[iupgroundhog]

I saw it live. The roughing the kicker was the turning point of the whole game. IUP had just scored 8 points to open the second half. They then get a physical 3 and out. And, then, that happened. It totally reinvigorated Gannon. And, a play or two later they hit a bomb.

Both defenses stunk all day. Any 3 and out was HUGE. To give it away like that was just sickening.

Why even bother with the punter. IUP hasn't blocked a punt in Lord knows how long. It was mind-blowing. And, it wasn't close. He whacked him.

I don't have much confidence they can control top level QBs. They held SRU to 12 points but that was in a windy monsoon. On a dry field I have serious doubts IUP can control a Bagent type. Dude yesterday looked like an NFL QB.

Right, it wasn't close. He had already gotten the punt off. I think the Gannon webcast probably provided the best view of it (although the broadcast team didn't even see it). The punt was already off and the defender made no attempt to avoid hitting the punter. He just nailed him.