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The Yotes joined the MVFC in 2012, and YSU has won all three meetings with USD (13-10 in 2012, 38-34 in 2013, and 28-17 in 2014).
Last year, entering the fourth quarter at the Castle, USD was leading 17-7 until YSU scored three touchdowns in the final quarter. YSU dominated the stats (except only converted 1/10 third downs) and had 557 yards of total offense.
The Yotes are 2-1 this year with a a 34-0 loss to K State, and wins over two feeble opponents: 27-17 over UC Davis and 52-0 over nonscholly Drake. The last conference win for the Yotes was @ UNI on 10/19/2013.
Last week versus Drake, RB Trevor Bouma ran for 118 yards and 3 TDs. QB Ryan Saeger passed for 2 TDs, no INTs, and 157 yards.
Massey gives YSU a 63% chance of winning, and predicts a score of 26-21.
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This team cannot be taken lightly, and I think if USD was in the BSC they'd be a mid-pack team. YSU finished the OOC schedule strong, healthy, confident, and has two weeks to prepare. This is one of two MVFC games I feel good about.
My prediction: YSU 38-24.
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The Yotes joined the MVFC in 2012, and YSU has won all three meetings with USD (31-10 in 2012, 38-34 in 2013, and 28-17 in 2014).
Last year, entering the fourth quarter at the Castle, USD was leading 17-7 until YSU scored three touchdowns in the final quarter. YSU dominated the stats (except only converted 1/10 third downs) and had 557 yards of total offense.
The Yotes are 2-1 this year with a a 34-0 loss to K State, and wins over two feeble opponents: 27-17 over UC Davis and 52-0 over nonscholly Drake. The last conference win for the Yotes was @ UNI on 10/19/2013.
Last week versus Drake, RB Trevor Bouma ran for 118 yards and 3 TDs. QB Ryan Saeger passed for 2 TDs, no INTs, and 157 yards.
Massey gives YSU a 63% chance of winning, and predicts a score of 26-21.
We only beat them 13-10 in 2012.
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The Yotes joined the MVFC in 2012, and YSU has won all three meetings with USD (31-10 in 2012, 38-34 in 2013, and 28-17 in 2014).
Last year, entering the fourth quarter at the Castle, USD was leading 17-7 until YSU scored three touchdowns in the final quarter. YSU dominated the stats (except only converted 1/10 third downs) and had 557 yards of total offense.
The Yotes are 2-1 this year with a a 34-0 loss to K State, and wins over two feeble opponents: 27-17 over UC Davis and 52-0 over nonscholly Drake. The last conference win for the Yotes was @ UNI on 10/19/2013.
Last week versus Drake, RB Trevor Bouma ran for 118 yards and 3 TDs. QB Ryan Saeger passed for 2 TDs, no INTs, and 157 yards.
Massey gives YSU a 63% chance of winning, and predicts a score of 26-21.
We only beat them 13-10 in 2012.
You are correct. Dyslexia must be setting in. Fixed it.
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We always struggle. Let's go guys, put it together.
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We always struggle. Let's go guys, put it together.
True statement here ^^ This will be the measuring stick that tells me "IF" Bo understands Valley football. SD looks to be better than last year and always plays well in the mini dome
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We always struggle. Let's go guys, put it together.
True statement here ^^ This will be the measuring stick that tells me "IF" Bo understands Valley football. SD looks to be better than last year and always plays well in the mini dome
"IF" Bo understands????
Bo knows football, of that I am certain. The "IF" would be better directed to "IF" Bo has the players, and "IF" the players perform to their potential. We lost to Pitt, not because Bo didn't understand ACC football, but because his players weren't as good and they didn't make all the plays that had a potential to make. Sometimes you get the bear, sometimes the bear gets you. All this fixing blame for things is tedious at times.
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We always struggle. Let's go guys, put it together.
True statement here ^^ This will be the measuring stick that tells me "IF" Bo understands Valley football. SD looks to be better than last year and always plays well in the mini dome
"IF" Bo understands????
Bo knows football, of that I am certain. The "IF" would be better directed to "IF" Bo has the players, and "IF" the players perform to their potential. We lost to Pitt, not because Bo didn't understand ACC football, but because his players weren't as good and they didn't make all the plays that had a potential to make. Sometimes you get the bear, sometimes the bear gets you. All this fixing blame for things is tedious at times.
OK,, My point; Bo's 1st Valley game against the bottom feeder in the league which gives YSU a scare every time we play.. "I" believe this will be a measuring stick to how well he has the troops prepared and how a long distance road games will play out. No doubt coach knows football just saying this league can be downright brutal (no Bobby Morris here).
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going to be a massacre. SDSU is much, much better
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Anyone know if the game is televised?
GO GUINS
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Anyone know if the game is televised?
GO GUINS
Live on CW I do believe.
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Eager to see how we match up against South Dakota
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Eager to see how we match up against South Dakota
Time will tell how the game plays out but I would rather start out against them then a couple of other teams.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
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Anyone know if the game is televised?
GO GUINS
Live on CW I do believe.
Yes.WFMJ has made the announcement. I believe the broadcast starts at 3 pm. Time Warner Cable just added CW to their HD channels lineup. However, I don't know if the game will be shot in HD.
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Since we survived, the Robert Morris letdown was a good thing that should lead to proper preparation for the game in South Dakota. Hopefully, Pelini got the message across that playing down to an opponent, a Wolford trait since that horrible loss to Missouri State in his second year, will not be tolerated. We did play a dynamic game against St. Francis in even worse weather. I fully expect a focused team and maximum effort this Saturday.
Did not South Dakota lose their starting quarterback in the pre-season? The new guy has three games of experience, but he is the substitute. That running back is very good but not in the same class as Ruiz....or Webb. As is the case just about all the time, this game will be decided in the trenches. I will be surprised if their offensive line can handle our defensive front for the entire game. As long as our o-line does not repeat the Robert Morris performance and our special teams don't implode, we should impose our will.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
I'm sure your right,, he just won't have all the $$ he had in the other jobs for the road trips. Looks like your coach needs help figuring out the Ivy's ;D
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Never let facts get in the way of a good story.
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Like any coach at this level, winning to a two-step process:
1. Regular Season
2. Play-off
Contrary to what anyone says, speaking strictly from a week-to-week (win vs. loss) coaching perspective, it is much more difficult to be successful at the I-AA/FCS level, that it is at the IA/FBS level. Look at the old Big East (basketball) as an example ...those coaches knew the conference was going to go at least 4-5 deep into the play-off. So their goal was to finish in that range & get to the post-season. Right now, the MVFC is becoming very similar. However for most conferences, you had better win or you are not seeing the post-season.
In FBS (for most teams) the season is everything; you hope to get a bowl bid and make some money and memories. Mostly the latter. So if you want a good bowl game to make the money ...you had better win in the regular season. You had better win your trophy games and homecoming.
Those who say that coach P is here to relax, are "way off the mark". He can do more relaxing at a larger program than here.
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^^^ GOOD POST^^^
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The Yotes joined the MVFC in 2012, and YSU has won all three meetings with USD (13-10 in 2012, 38-34 in 2013, and 28-17 in 2014).
Last year, entering the fourth quarter at the Castle, USD was leading 17-7 until YSU scored three touchdowns in the final quarter. YSU dominated the stats (except only converted 1/10 third downs) and had 557 yards of total offense.
The Yotes are 2-1 this year with a a 34-0 loss to K State, and wins over two feeble opponents: 27-17 over UC Davis and 52-0 over nonscholly Drake. The last conference win for the Yotes was @ UNI on 10/19/2013.
Last week versus Drake, RB Trevor Bouma ran for 118 yards and 3 TDs. QB Ryan Saeger passed for 2 TDs, no INTs, and 157 yards.
Massey gives YSU a 63% chance of winning, and predicts a score of 26-21.
My pick in this one 31-20 Guins. The only 2 close games S.D. had last season in conference play were to us and Northern Iowa. They won't go winless this season in the M.V.C..It will be very interesting to see what they try and do to match up with our running game..that seems to be a primary concern of theirs as we averaged 7 yards a carry last season That should give us more opportunities in the passing game.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
What you fail to account for is depth of the teams. When he has depth it doesn't happen. Nebraska cannot recruit like it once could.
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
:o Seems your Nebraska buddy is a bit of a dick,, how's his new coach looking on "D" ::)
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
What you fail to account for is depth of the teams. When he has depth it doesn't happen. Nebraska cannot recruit like it once could.
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
Agree. Talent and depth can help a lot.
But...the only year that is not on the list, of the seven he coached, is 2009. And I think he had a guy named Suh there in 2009.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
:o Seems your Nebraska buddy is a bit of a dick,, how's his new coach looking on "D" ::)
Haha. I will pass that on.....
He personally didn't hate Pelini. But some of the stories he tells...OMG. But I think some of that stuff happens everywhere in big time football.
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They are celebrating "Dakota Day" on gameday. Should make for a rowdy crowd.
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USD defense is much improved. They are also running the QB and this causes problems. The line on the game is 3.5 in favor of us. They sold out their dome from what I understand. Going to need to have silent count ready and practiced. Their special teams are outstanding. They will have the opportunity to pin us back with field position. I foresee a low scoring game.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
I guess you have to be a Nebraska fan to get. Never have been ...never will be. Kind of a stupid graphic ...very childish. "Led to flu shots". "Killed program, beginning of franks demise" "A devastating, groundbreaking loss"? FYI, that is the first time I ever saw the word "groundbreaking" used in a negative fashion. You break ground to build something ...not usually a negative event.
How about this. Never lost more than 4 games in a season, and only more than 3 regular season games once. That is is a .713 winning percentage. Made the AP top-15 every year after 2008. You should also note he the was the DC in the LSU national championship team of 2007. He is a successful P5 coach and we are lucky to have him. He will be happier here and yes he may leave very soon ... he may not, He may work out ... he may not. He handled his first radio show well & I would have killed to be there in person. At the end of the day, he is doing what is best for our team and program and has my support. If and when he does something to change my mind about him ...I will let you know.
As for you ... if you are a Nebraska fan; we are not the board for you as we could give a rat's a$$ about a team from Nebraska unless they are lining up against us. If you are a Penguin fan ...act like it. I could care less if Bo puts a headset on his cat ...as long as the person on the other end helps us win football games.
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Hahaha....forecast went from 10% chance of rain on Saturday to 80%
Dumb clouds forgot it was an away game this weekend.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
I guess you have to be a Nebraska fan to get. Never have been ...never will be. Kind of a stupid graphic ...very childish. "Led to flu shots". "Killed program, beginning of franks demise" "A devastating, groundbreaking loss"? FYI, that is the first time I ever saw the word "groundbreaking" used in a negative fashion. You break ground to build something ...not usually a negative event.
How about this. Never lost more than 4 games in a season, and only more than 3 regular season games once. That is is a .713 winning percentage. Made the AP top-15 every year after 2008. You should also note he the was the DC in the LSU national championship team of 2007. He is a successful P5 coach and we are lucky to have him. He will be happier here and yes he may leave very soon ... he may not, He may work out ... he may not. He handled his first radio show well & I would have killed to be there in person. At the end of the day, he is doing what is best for our team and program and has my support. If and when he does something to change my mind about him ...I will let you know.
As for you ... if you are a Nebraska fan; we are not the board for you as we could give a rat's a$$ about a team from Nebraska unless they are lining up against us. If you are a Penguin fan ...act like it. I could care less if Bo puts a headset on his cat ...as long as the person on the other end helps us win football games.
Massey predicts a 7 win season for NE...which may be optimistic after a 2-2 start. BP never had less than a 9 win season...even his first season was a 9 win season with a bowl win...the second and third seasons were 10 win seasons.
So, I guess a 7 win season could be considered "groundbreaking"?
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
Going back to his days at Nebraska, Bo's scheme can produce epic meltdowns defensively. So, regardless of what level of sports he coaches, good coaches can beat his schemes, and it happens over-and-over again.
Here is a chart a Nebraska buddy sent me about Bo's defenses in some games and how they rank in the HISTORY of Nebraska football. Not reassuring...
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii87/bentgrassmerkins/bo-sucks-at-defense.jpg)
I guess you have to be a Nebraska fan to get. Never have been ...never will be. Kind of a stupid graphic ...very childish. "Led to flu shots". "Killed program, beginning of franks demise" "A devastating, groundbreaking loss"? FYI, that is the first time I ever saw the word "groundbreaking" used in a negative fashion. You break ground to build something ...not usually a negative event.
How about this. Never lost more than 4 games in a season, and only more than 3 regular season games once. That is is a .713 winning percentage. Made the AP top-15 every year after 2008. You should also note he the was the DC in the LSU national championship team of 2007. He is a successful P5 coach and we are lucky to have him. He will be happier here and yes he may leave very soon ... he may not, He may work out ... he may not. He handled his first radio show well & I would have killed to be there in person. At the end of the day, he is doing what is best for our team and program and has my support. If and when he does something to change my mind about him ...I will let you know.
As for you ... if you are a Nebraska fan; we are not the board for you as we could give a rat's a$$ about a team from Nebraska unless they are lining up against us. If you are a Penguin fan ...act like it. I could care less if Bo puts a headset on his cat ...as long as the person on the other end helps us win football games.
I am a Guin fan. Both parents attended YSU. My roommate is a Nebraska fan. So I have a unique perspective on Bo as OUR coach.
I think he will do a great job back in Youngstown.
PS- Bo's teams never finished in the top 15, except maybe once, and the last few years were barely ranked.
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
What? Pelini didn't get fired FROM ALL THOSE JOBS. He's been fired once and that happened last December, right?
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Bo has coached in the NFL, SEC, Big 12, and Big 10. I really doubt that with his experience he is going to have issues figuring out the MVC
he had issues stopping RMU from running the ball. you left out the part where he got FIRED from all those jobs as well
What? Pelini didn't get fired FROM ALL THOSE JOBS. He's been fired once and that happened last December, right?
Only job he was fired from was Nebraska.. Twice. Not sure if he was fired from 49ers, or he left for Green Bay voluntarily.
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This weeks game is the Yotes homecoming, known as Dakota Days (D-Days) so it should be a full house in the Dome. Any Penguin fans making the trip to Vermillion should be sure to order their tickets online ahead of time. There are still tickets available, but it will likely sellout from the walk-up crowd on gameday.
In addition to the D-Days excitement, there is also a lot of buzz about Bo Pelini. Vermillion is about 3 hours from Lincoln and a lot of Yote fans are also fans of the Huskers.
As far as the game itself, really don't know what to expect. I think the Yotes are an improved team over last year, but how that translates to wins and losses is hard to tell. We are pretty much injury free so far this year (with the exception of our starting QB, Kevin Earl. But he has been out since spring ball and his backup, Ryan Saeger, played some last year and has been doing a good job so far. This game will be a good measuring stick of what sort of year the Yotes will have.
The following link is to the Yotes weekly TV report. Not as much coverage this week as normal, since coming off a bye week, but starting at about the 12:30 mark is a discussion of the season to date and expectations for the game this weekend. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVIzKq2n0s4#action=share (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVIzKq2n0s4#action=share) Jay Elsen, who hosts the weekly show, also is the play by play person for Midco TV's broadcasts and does a good job. I believe the game is being carried in the Youngstown area and I assume they will be picking up the Midco feed. The Midco feed is also available on ESPN3
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Hi, Go Yotes, you're just the guy I was looking for. What the "heck" is a Yote? (obviously short for Coyote, but is that a common term for coyotes out there or is it unique to the SD sports teams like "Quins" is here?
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Hi, Go Yotes, you're just the guy I was looking for. What the "heck" is a Yote? (obviously short for Coyote, but is that a common term for coyotes out there or is it unique to the SD sports teams like "Quins" is here?
(http://blogs.agu.org/landslideblog/files/2015/08/15_08-road-runner-e1440262351781.jpg)
Short for ^ Guins = Penguins etc. ;)
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:) ;) YSUBIGRED, LOL!! :D ;D
Just where the "YOTES" are headed Saturday!
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Hi, Go Yotes, you're just the guy I was looking for. What the "heck" is a Yote? (obviously short for Coyote, but is that a common term for coyotes out there or is it unique to the SD sports teams like "Quins" is here?
I have no idea how it originated, other than the obvious abbreviation for Coyotes. The accepted pronunciation is Ki - yotes and not Ki -Yo -Tees. Also easier to say Go Yotes than Go Coyotes, especially if pregame festivities have slurred your speech.
PS - Only the best have Go in their message board name.
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Looking forward to seeing how the Guins stack up against a conference foe. Very difficult to get a read on a team when they play a P5 school and 2 partial scholarship squads.
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Hello Guin fans. Long time USD fan here extending an invitation to anyone coming out to join our tailgate prior to the game. We have plenty of beverages, one former player has a Bloody Mary bar, another has a portable bar that he makes all these weird concoctions for the ladies, and plenty of food.
Very interesting game, at least in our eyes. I understand the lack of respect you have for us, we haven't showed well since joining The Valley, but maybe we might be on the mend. I believe you are favorites heading into the game, and rightfully so, but I don't think this is a team you are going to blow out. I think your coach is in for a very interesting day with respect to the student section right on top of him. His legacy from Nebraska ( right across the river) precedes him. Also his fondness for cats will be well demonstrated and on exhibit.
Regarding the game, our defense is much improved, especially the secondary. A lot of new kids up front, transplants from the offense, but very athletic kids. We have one back that is a grinder. I think our one chance in winning this game lies with our kicking game. Our punter/kicker has a huge leg, and if he's on, and we can hold the ball for more than three plays at a time so our D rests, we may have a game.
Anyway, let me know if any of you are planning to come, and I'll get you pointedly in the right direction for our tailgate. I think you'll find Midwestern people, specifically South Dakotans, to be very hospitable people.
Tell me about the strengths and weaknesses of your team, and how you honestly assess the game? Safe travels.
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Hello Guin fans. Long time USD fan here extending an invitation to anyone coming out to join our tailgate prior to the game. We have plenty of beverages, one former player has a Bloody Mary bar, another has a portable bar that he makes all these weird concoctions for the ladies, and plenty of food.
Very interesting game, at least in our eyes. I understand the lack of respect you have for us, we haven't showed well since joining The Valley, but maybe we might be on the mend. I believe you are favorites heading into the game, and rightfully so, but I don't think this is a team you are going to blow out. I think your coach is in for a very interesting day with respect to the student section right on top of him. His legacy from Nebraska ( right across the river) precedes him. Also his fondness for cats will be well demonstrated and on exhibit.
Regarding the game, our defense is much improved, especially the secondary. A lot of new kids up front, transplants from the offense, but very athletic kids. We have one back that is a grinder. I think our one chance in winning this game lies with our kicking game. Our punter/kicker has a huge leg, and if he's on, and we can hold the ball for more than three plays at a time so our D rests, we may have a game.
Anyway, let me know if any of you are planning to come, and I'll get you pointedly in the right direction for our tailgate. I think you'll find Midwestern people, specifically South Dakotans, to be very hospitable people.
Tell me about the strengths and weaknesses of your team, and how you honestly assess the game? Safe travels.
I think our weaknesses are at the receiver position, LB, and special teams.
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Hello Guin fans. Long time USD fan here extending an invitation to anyone coming out to join our tailgate prior to the game.
Very interesting game, at least in our eyes. I understand the lack of respect you have for us, we haven't showed well since joining The Valley, but maybe we might be on the mend. I believe you are favorites heading into the game, and rightfully so, but I don't think this is a team you are going to blow out.
I certainly would NOT say that we have a lack of respect for you. We played hot and cold against Pitt, but gave up big plays; Robert Morris game was as sloppy as the weather and we hope it was a wake up call; St. Francis didn't exactly challenge us in any area. YSU has talent, but so far hasn't put it all together. This game will help clarify how well we could do this season.
May it not snow in the Dakota's until we are safely home.
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The fact is, YSU is loaded. There ARE issues with the QB. But the unknown at this point given the schedule ( Pitt and two Northeast Conf. teams) is coaching. I am well aware of the REAL situation at Nebraska. If Bo is the same coach here as he was at Nebraska, YSU is in for a major disappointment. The hype here has been unreal.
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Yep:
Strolo should have backed Tressel into a corner an honored Wolf's last year. That way Nick Saban would come here after he loses another game at Alabama. :o
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We have nothing but respect for you. We have never been able to beat USD with any level of comfort. Kind of like UNI, just have our number. At this point, there been so many changes in our team to assess. However:
1. We have QB concerns. As common at this level, if we could combine all 3 of them ...he would be a great one. One excels at passing , one at running and one thinks more deeply. The passer is our starter and he has shown improvement this year over last.
2. We still look for the home run on most offensive plays; although we are using the Louisville option style less this year., so our clock management has improved. I hope to see more of that style of option (as we have had over the past few years) in league play ...we need it.
3. Running game is a bit different because of #2, but our #1 and #2 backs return.
4. Receiving packages are not necessarily a weakness, but I would agree with Power that they are untested. We are certainly deep at the position though.
5. Much like the Coyotes, Our middle D and secondary is completely different, so we are looking closely ourselves. :)
6. I agree with Power on special teams being a weakness, but they have made noticeable improvements. The kickers have really worked hard.
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usdcoyotes,
In response to your comments, neither team really has learned too much about themselves from the September games. Your defensive numbers are good, but you have played a really bad Cal-Davis team and nonscholarship Drake. Likewise, YSU actually has the best defensive statistics in FCS, but no one here really believes it. That quirk resulted from playing two games against very poor offensive teams.
As far as this game goes, I agree that South Dakota must hold the ball, move the sticks, and keep the YSU offense on the sidelines. The YSU offense scored 30 points and accumulated over 400 yards against Pittsburgh. Giving us too many possessions would not be a good thing for you.
An early key will be if South Dakota can contain the YSU running game with your base defense. If you are forced to move your safeties into the box, the YSU sophomore quarterback might have a big day. He has been inconsistent this season but played the last two games in steady rain.
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I think our main weakness is ourselves. The last few years we beat ourselves. Missed assignments, stupid penalties, poor execution and a lack of leadership. Plus a little mixture of poor clock management and bad play calling. If you examine the Tressel era, when we were the best we did the above mentioned things at a high level an at times we weren't the best teams. If the coaching staff can game plan, coach up, and minimize the things I mentioned we can get over the hump and get to the playoffs. We have the talent and with 5 -7 plays the last few years that would have went our way , we won't have this conversation.
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GO GUINS!!!!!
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Very excited for this game, and to finally be in conference play! Let things turnout as they may, but GO GUINS! fb
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YSUGO,
Your paragraph is a perfect summary of the past five years of Penguin football. The simple sentence:"our main weakness is ourselves," just says it all. Hopefully, we start to restore our pride today.