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Originally posted by iupgroundhog View Post
Yes, for all of the focus on the "name" skill players, the game was won in the trenches. I remember this being a concern for the Shep fans (who are very knowledgeable) but I didn't expect it to be so obvious.
Playing without Brown and Stewart and still winning is definitely impressive. I joke about Tort's "we have a lot of players" comment but it's true. IUP is deep with a lot of weapons.
Wow, so many contributors yesterday. It was a very satisfying victory.
On to the playoffs. IUP will need their big guns to be ready to make this run. At some point, anyway.
Not to take anything away from Shep. If there is a repeat matchup, it will be just as interesting as the first one.
Finally, I think Sexton has some intangibles. I think he is clearly the leader (I'm sure there are numerous leaders) and he manages the game really well. They talk about Bagent being unflappable but Sexton always seems to have his eyes on the prize.
Hopefully, we get the right bounces in the PO's. IUP needs to stick with the next Saturday approach.
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Originally posted by jrshooter View Post
If YOU'RE taking aim at Matt Burglund, who makes the rest of the PSAC coverage look like a preschool newspaper, you're an idiot.
Period.
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Originally posted by IUPNation View Post
I really thought the MEC would get two in..
Concord gave up some monster point totals this year. I wonder if that scared off the committee a bit.
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Possible rematches in the final with either Slippery Rock or Shepherd. Since Shepherd has home field on that side, I expect the Rams to make it through. IUP will have a tough test regardless of who they play in the semis.
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Originally posted by IUPNation View Post
Did Shepherd get Concord?
Concord was sent home.
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Originally posted by IUPbigINDIANS View PostTort got the No. 1 seed and a bye.
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Originally posted by iupgroundhog View Post
Yes, for all of the focus on the "name" skill players, the game was won in the trenches. I remember this being a concern for the Shep fans (who are very knowledgeable) but I didn't expect it to be so obvious.
Playing without Brown and Stewart and still winning is definitely impressive. I joke about Tort's "we have a lot of players" comment but it's true. IUP is deep with a lot of weapons.
Wow, so many contributors yesterday. It was a very satisfying victory.
On to the playoffs. IUP will need their big guns to be ready to make this run. At some point, anyway.
Not to take anything away from Shep. If there is a repeat matchup, it will be just as interesting as the first one.
Finally, I think Sexton has some intangibles. I think he is clearly the leader (I'm sure there are numerous leaders) and he manages the game really well. They talk about Bagent being unflappable but Sexton always seems to have his eyes on the prize.
Hopefully, we get the right bounces in the PO's. IUP needs to stick with the next Saturday approach.
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Originally posted by IUPbigINDIANS View Post
So, if he didn't practice all week that means he did get hurt in the Clarion game (up 35-0).
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Originally posted by EyeoftheHawk View PostThe dust has settled. My take for what it’s worth.
IUP won this game in the trenches. They dominated both lines of scrimmage and on the type of night it was, that was necessary. Despite not getting a sack (I don’t think), the IUP defensive front had Bagent on the move and off schedule. There were a few times when IUP only brought four and he had time to stand there, but because they dropped so many guys into coverage Bagent couldn’t find an opening. I tip my cap to the defensive staff for the game plan, and obviously to the players for executing it.
When I realized Brown wasn’t dressed and then Stewart went down early, I have to admit I expected the worst. To win under those circumstances was impressive. I think that’s what frustrates IUP fans. The team can put together an effort like that, but then not so much in others. I guess that’s the definition of college sports and every team deals with it. Regarding Brown sitting out, I was extremely impressed with Deabner’s performance. That kid is a weapon and needs to see the field more, even when Brown is back. Regarding Stewart, it looked like he was on his way to a monster game and let’s hope IUP gets a bye and he can get back. That said, what can you say about Houser? Many of us have been critical of him here, but the kid showed what he’s capable of so shame on us. On top of that, the unselfish play to slide down instead of taking the ball into the end zone at the end was classy. It guaranteed Shepherd wouldn’t touch the ball again.
Overall, I think IUP is just better than Shepherd. That’s not to say at all that the Rams wouldn’t win a rematch. Their concern should be how IUP won consistently up front. That’s not something that’s easily fixable. It’s less about scheme and more about my guy being better than your guy. With all of the holding penalties Shepherd had, there were plenty more that could have been called. Depending on seeding, we could see a rematch and to be honest, I’d be happy if it didn’t happen. Those are two great teams and if they played a seven game series it would probably go seven.
Odds and ends…Too many selfish unsportsmanlike conduct penalties, again! I thought Naszhir Taylor played his best game AND he didn’t get into trouble for taunting, etc. He’s great if he just plays football. Special teams, for the most part, were outstanding. Perfect on field goals and extra points and how about two punts downed inside the five? Sexton seemed to play with a chip on his shoulder having to hear about Bagent all week. Then there was the article in the local paper that was all about Bagent. Not saying it wasn’t a good article and appropriate when a kid with Bagent’s credentials is coming to town, but if I’m Sexton that would piss me right off. He played great and made some clutch throws. He’s a very tough competitor and I wouldn’t trade him for anyone.
The playoff seeding will be interesting but here’s hoping IUP and Shepherd are on opposite sides of the bracket.
Playing without Brown and Stewart and still winning is definitely impressive. I joke about Tort's "we have a lot of players" comment but it's true. IUP is deep with a lot of weapons.
Wow, so many contributors yesterday. It was a very satisfying victory.
On to the playoffs. IUP will need their big guns to be ready to make this run. At some point, anyway.
Not to take anything away from Shep. If there is a repeat matchup, it will be just as interesting as the first one.
Finally, I think Sexton has some intangibles. I think he is clearly the leader (I'm sure there are numerous leaders) and he manages the game really well. They talk about Bagent being unflappable but Sexton always seems to have his eyes on the prize.
Hopefully, we get the right bounces in the PO's. IUP needs to stick with the next Saturday approach.Last edited by iupgroundhog; 11-13-2022, 09:38 AM.
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