Penn State vs. Akron BSD Preview
by BSD on Sep 4, 2009 8:00 AM EDT
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Your long wait is over. It's only A.J. Wallace until Penn State football. As is the tradition, Friday is dedicated to your BSD moderators giving their keys to the game and making their predictions.
RUTS Says...
Yeah, yeah, the Zips will likely enjoy some pitch-and-catch success between the 20's, especially as the Penn State secondary settles in. Don't let it fool you -- Akron won't be able to block Penn State's defensive line (especially Jared Odrick) and will be forced into multiple 3rd-and-forever situations that will yield some turnovers. Akron's not awful or anything, and should be competing for the MAC title toward the end of the season. Still, Penn State's offense will prove to be way too much for Akron to stop. It'll be a beautiful day -- enjoy the tailgating, the return of college football, and an early-season Penn State romp. Backup Akron QB Matt Rodgersgets just enough fourth-quarter scoring in an emptying (and quieting) Beaver Stadium to cover the 27-point spread against PSU's green defensive reserves.
Penn State 45 - Akron 20
Mike Says...
Penn State should control this game, but I don't think it's going to be the blowout everyone is expecting. Until I see them in action, I have to believe the offensive line is going to look a little lost, and the wide receivers will struggle to get open. And when they do get open, I expect them to drop some passes. With a new kicker fighting off the jitters and pretty likely to miss a field goal or two, it all adds up to Penn State turning in a lower than expected score.
But the defense should be able to snag this one in the bag. Akron isn't going to do anything in the running game, but I'm a bit concerned about the experience they have at quarterback and in the wideouts. This should serve as a good test for the Penn State secondary as I believe the Zips can pass the ball probably as well as any team we'll face in the Big Ten. We should see the BBDS defense in full force tomorrow, but I'm looking for the inexperienced secondary to blow a coverage or two which will set up Akron for some easy scores.
Penn State 33 - Akron 17
KevinHD Says...
Week one is becoming increasingly bland but there are things about Akron that could make the game interesting. While they are still a long shot for the upset (the only Top 25 teams playing bigger dogs are USC and Texas), their strengths on offense play into Penn State’s defensive question. Can the secondary keep up with a veteran set of receivers? Can the d-line attack an experienced quarterback?
Probably. Akron is dedicated to the pass, and I expect 35+ attempts, but they failed so miserably against decent defenses it’s hard to predict too much doom when the bad guys have the ball. The general public seems to like Penn State to cover, but I think the offense slows down too early to overcome the 4th quarter garbage.
Penn State 41 - Akron 17
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GOOOOOOOO ZIPS!
OK, definitely not! But I always loved the way they say that.
Can’t wait to crack open my non-glass container bevereges and soak in a fantasitc afternoon watching the lions debut the 2009 season.
My prediction...
PSU 52-10
No problems offensively or defensively. Royster goes for 100+ and 3 TDs in the first half. Clark gets his yards and TDs. O-line and WR will be fine. Defense dominates with 6 sacks, 4 turnovers. Kicking game struggles. Boone takes the day off. No problems in win #1 of 13 this year.
One question, Florida is not favored by more than 27 over their opponent? By listening to the media, I thought that Florida would be a 30 point favorite over God, Jesus and his disciples.
WE ARE.......PENN STATE!
I thought Florida was...
…picked by 73 points?
by LowcountryLion on Sep 4, 2009 8:39 AM EDT up reply actions
No Line
My guess (could I look it up? Yes. Will I? No.) is that since they play Charleston Southern, there’s no line on that game.
by tuscaloosalion on Sep 4, 2009 8:43 AM EDT up reply actions
They won't put out lines
for D1a vs. D1aa games.
Order your copy of "We Are Penn State" The offseason is long. So is this magazine.
By listening to the media, I thought that Florida would be a 30 point favorite over God, Jesus and his disciples.
ESPN insisted, but Tebow wouldn’t allow it.
DO YOU HAVE PRIDE, DANNY?
by ReadingRambler on Sep 4, 2009 8:44 AM EDT up reply actions
PSwammy says...PSU Big
I think Penn State is going to destroy the Zips.
I look to see PSU establish the run early and often cracking into their secondary. I can see our backs outrunning their secondary to the end zone. Once they have to respect the run the pass will be wide open also. Result is mucho points in the first half with our freshman qb taking over early in the thrid Quarter. On D our D line and line backers are going to force the zips to keep in tight ends and backs to block. I would look for them to try timing patterns and screens. They will not be able to establish the run and not have time for drop back passing. Because of our line and backer play 0ur d backs will not be as heavily tested as expected. Also, I think we may generate either some points from special teams or they will get us some very short offensive drives. Akron will score some late points, maybe they even get lucky and get some early points while the adrenaline is in overdrive but I doubt that.
PSU 57- Akron 21
Peter
That LaGarette Blount punch
Just saw the replay of that a few minutes ago (no way I was staying up to watch that crapfest last night). Some thoughts.
1. Totally unacceptable, and Blount should be suspended for a few games. Partially for the punch, partially for the utter freakout that ensued.
2. Boise State guy totally deserved it. If you’re going to talk all that junk after the game with a smile on your face, you better be ready for the reaction. So while it’s a punk move by Blount, I’m still somehow glad that Boise dude got KTFO.
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Order your copy of "We Are Penn State", like, now. One team, 128 pages.
by Run Up The Score on Sep 4, 2009 9:00 AM EDT reply actions
Blount was talking smack before the game too.
I don’t feel bad for either of them, but you better be able to handle trash if you’re going to dish it out before a game.
"I'm colonel cool! And I'm the captain on this rocket to the stars!"
Right.
And I totally agree with that, but there’s something strangely satisfying about seeing that Boise kid thinking that he could run his mouth and just turn away without something happening, and then…
Sore winners. I hate that shit.
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Order your copy of "We Are Penn State", like, now. One team, 128 pages.
by Run Up The Score on Sep 4, 2009 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions
I completely agree RUTS
He ran up to Blount…ran his mouth…then pounded on Blount’s shoulder pads mocking him further with a smug look…then got knocked the eff out. The only thing that scene needed was Smokey standing over him telling him what just happened.
Blount certainly shouldn’t sucker punch people, that is completely unacceptable. But I felt zero remorse for that Boise kid getting rocked after that busch league move.
We are not normal. We are legends.
by NittanyAlum02 on Sep 4, 2009 10:25 AM EDT up reply actions
I have to agree
Blount will get his in the form of suspension. The Boise kid got his by losing his teeth.
Mike
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Blount suspended by Oregon
for the rest of the year…“this just in…”
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by BlueWhiteLife on Sep 4, 2009 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions
This Crap has no place in the game!
This is that Miami, talk smack, jump around at midfield pregame crap. I really hate that whole smack talking thing. The more I see that the more I love the Lions because it has not happened with them yet, and I PRAY to ZUG and sacrafice a pound of bacon everyday so that it never happens either. It is a discgrace to the game, and has no place.
Success without honor is like an unseasoned dish, it will fill you up but it won't taste good. - Joe V. Paterno
Blount is an idiot, BUT
it’s easy to not be a dick when you just WON the game. There’s no reason to talk trash after you just beat somebody, period. Let the game do the talking, then go home and be happy with that.
Blount almost attacked fans...
I mean he was really really close to attacking fans…
Don’t be surprised if he’s out for more than a few games.
With the fan issue -
While attacking fans is again never acceptable. I think they should have walked the fan that was being “held back” (seriously what a joke) and Mr. Blount outside and let them settle it like men. That guy would have likely past out from fear. I think fans have the mentality that they are untouchable and scream and yell at 6’5" 220 lb running backs without repercussions. Everyone’s tough in a crowd. There are issues on both sides of that story. Though he will definitely be suspended more than 3 games. He’ll be lucky if he plays this year.
We are not normal. We are legends.
by NittanyAlum02 on Sep 4, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions
Fans are Fans and you will have that
Fans will always get on players. That is why they are there. That’s like saying every time we Booed QB14 or someone like that we should be escorted out, or said something negative about a player. You are going to see it no matter what sport you are in.
This wasn't a fan booing...
this was a fan on the field after the game getting in the face of a player. Its a little bit different, but I understand your point.
We are not normal. We are legends.
by NittanyAlum02 on Sep 4, 2009 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Also
I would have loved to play Boise State in the MNC game since they’re schedule’s worse than ours, but, alas, if they can only beat a team by 11 who had probably their worst game in school history, I don’t like their chances of going undefeated.
Eh
Worst game in a while, but Oregon was really, really bad for a long time before Rich Brooks.
DO YOU HAVE PRIDE, DANNY?
by ReadingRambler on Sep 4, 2009 10:56 AM EDT up reply actions
That punk Boise douchea wasn't the only thing he knocked out
LeGarrette just got knocked out of the running for one of the twins names.
p.s., I agree with BOTH of Ruts’ 1 & 2.
"For me the game wasn’t grounded in reality. It was about the uniform you put on that turned you into a warrior. It was about the mythology of the battle, the victory, the defeat, the struggle." - Mike Reid, PSU '69
Great Temperature Check...
Two phases I’m focusing on come 12 Noon in God’s Country:
First Half: The big boys’ performance (O-Line, DC17, SL45caliber, Rolls-Royster, Wideouts, and Secondary) – this will give us a temperature check as to how effective we’ve been since Winter Drills and the leadership’s direction for the young guys.
Second Half: Will the real Kevin Newsome please stand up – I want to see where this kid’s mental game is. The reality is clear for us all – God, Tebow, and his disciples help us but if DC17 goes down this season, Newsome will take the helm. I want a BANG OUT 1st Half performance for DC17 so this kid can get some quality snaps w/ the 1st/2nd Teams and build his confidence! I am VERY interested in the Newsome and Green combo!!
PSU 51 – Akron 17
'Tis wise to ask the Great and Benevolent Tebow for his blessings before this glorious day
sorry I live in Tampa and I’ve had it with the gators already. And the season is just beginning. Luckily we have Clark and that makes me feel better. Clark would win in a fight with tebow BTW.
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
Start slow - Finish big
I look for the team to start slow and expect a half time score of around 13 -7.They will dominate in the 3rd quarter and end up winning 41 -14. This has been Penn States modus operandi for the past umpteen years.
We're gonna hang half-a-hundred on 'em.
17 points for Akron? Puh-lease! Expect an offensive donnybrook and a defensive domination. Kevin Newsome will score his first collegiate touchdown. Mark it down.
After last nights 2 games
expect some penalties, turnovers, missed assignments, and generally sloppy play. We should crush em.
oh my tebow it is happening tomorrow! All I have to do is drink and sleep and then wake up and it's on!!!!
I can’t wait to see #22 and how he fits in with the new O-line 2009. I hope he holds up with more carries and responsibility. I bet he will!
"It was an attrition football game and you know we like that."
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