Brains vs the Brawn Next Week

[SparkCat]

I was shocked when I heard Yale came back. But watched the last several minutes of the game. Youngstown State was completely undisciplined.

I am actually glad we aren’t playing YSU, I felt like as the game started getting away from them they were getting more and more undisciplined.

I honestly don't get why people were that worried about YSU. They've shown us who they are all year. If some would have said b4 the game they would jump out to a lead and blow it, I don't think many would be surprised. Sure 28 points is crazy but it's right in line with a bunch of their games. We probably would have beat them by 20.

Yale is more disciplined and can shorten the game. It could be closer than many would think like Mercyhurst.

I see where you’re coming from, but we had direct evidence that YSU can hang with the best of the MVFC. Yale being on the same level was simply a guess

Yale, especially after this game is beat up. I think they are beat up in their O-line and receiving core after today

I’m sure Youngstown was very confident going into this game……..

There is nothing wrong with being confident. Heck, YSU should’ve wiped the floor with them, it is extremely apparent that their defense is not only terrible, but also lacks depth and most of all their entire team lacked discipline. This year’s Cat’s team will be extremely confident about this game, however, they will also be methodical and disciplined like a well oiled machine. If anything, today’s game shows that Lehigh was hosed over for a three or four seed.

[imacat]

First of all the subject title is horrible on so many levels.

We cannot sleep on Yale. They proved they have a ton of heart.

[ilovethecats]

First of all the subject title is horrible on so many levels.

We cannot sleep on Yale. They proved they have a ton of heart.

Guarantee the team isn’t sleeping on anyone. Yale did a great job coming back against a lousy Youngstown team. They can have all the heart in the world against the Cats and it shouldn’t be much closer than 30.

[Travelingcat]

First of all the subject title is horrible on so many levels.

We cannot sleep on Yale. They proved they have a ton of heart.

Guarantee the team isn’t sleeping on anyone. Yale did a great job coming back against a lousy Youngstown team. They can have all the heart in the world against the Cats and it shouldn’t be much closer than 30.

Not sure I would call YSU lousy.

They lost by 5 to SDSU (before their QB injury) and 8 on the road to NDSU. Played FBS Michigan State competitively on the road.

A lot of talent on that team. I do think we will handle Yale comfortably, but if they get back Larry (Their DE) and WR (Brown), which I expect will, they could present a challenge.

[ilovethecats]

First of all the subject title is horrible on so many levels.

We cannot sleep on Yale. They proved they have a ton of heart.

Guarantee the team isn’t sleeping on anyone. Yale did a great job coming back against a lousy Youngstown team. They can have all the heart in the world against the Cats and it shouldn’t be much closer than 30.

Not sure I would call YSU lousy.

They lost by 5 to SDSU (before their QB injury) and 8 on the road to NDSU. Played FBS Michigan State competitively on the road.

A lot of talent on that team. I do think we will handle Yale comfortably, but if they get back Larry (Their DE) and WR (Brown), which I expect will, they could present a challenge.

Fair. But that defense was horrendous today. And I guess it just depends on what you consider a challenge. I mean they’re in the playoffs and battled back today. I’ll give them that. But Cats will roll. Guessing we open around 15 point favorites.

[Run-the-ball]

Our D will watch this game and see what opportunities there are. I saw numerous plays where I thought #Dowler would have taken a pick six.

[Cataholic]

I was shocked when I heard Yale came back. But watched the last several minutes of the game. Youngstown State was completely undisciplined.

I am actually glad we aren’t playing YSU, I felt like as the game started getting away from them they were getting more and more undisciplined.

I honestly don't get why people were that worried about YSU. They've shown us who they are all year. If some would have said b4 the game they would jump out to a lead and blow it, I don't think many would be surprised. Sure 28 points is crazy but it's right in line with a bunch of their games. We probably would have beat them by 20.

Yale is more disciplined and can shorten the game. It could be closer than many would think like Mercyhurst.

I see where you’re coming from, but we had direct evidence that YSU can hang with the best of the MVFC. Yale being on the same level was simply a guess

YSU scared for one reason: Brungard. We struggle against dual threat QBs and he is a good one.

[Bobcat4Ever]

I was shocked when I heard Yale came back. But watched the last several minutes of the game. Youngstown State was completely undisciplined.

I am actually glad we aren’t playing YSU, I felt like as the game started getting away from them they were getting more and more undisciplined.

I honestly don't get why people were that worried about YSU. They've shown us who they are all year. If some would have said b4 the game they would jump out to a lead and blow it, I don't think many would be surprised. Sure 28 points is crazy but it's right in line with a bunch of their games. We probably would have beat them by 20.

Yale is more disciplined and can shorten the game. It could be closer than many would think like Mercyhurst.

I see where you’re coming from, but we had direct evidence that YSU can hang with the best of the MVFC. Yale being on the same level was simply a guess

YSU scared for one reason: Brungard. We struggle against dual threat QBs and he is a good one.

Why do you think YSU continues to disintegrate so spectacularly in second halves? They often pull it out but not today.

[lutecat]

What an egriz-like thread....

[ilovethecats]

What an egriz-like thread....

Why?

[BelgradeBobcat]

I found this article interesting: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/n ... 489191007/

Yale has a $44 billion endowment. If they wanted to be really good at football, they could be, but the Ivy League President's agreement in the 1950's deemphasized football. Now that they are in the FCS playoffs what will happen? After a few more blowout losses to the likes of a cow college in Montana will the Ivy's step it up, or will they call the playoff experiment a bust go back to the way it was?

[AFCAT]

Looked fairly quick on this play.

[Cataholic]

I was shocked when I heard Yale came back. But watched the last several minutes of the game. Youngstown State was completely undisciplined.

I am actually glad we aren’t playing YSU, I felt like as the game started getting away from them they were getting more and more undisciplined.

I honestly don't get why people were that worried about YSU. They've shown us who they are all year. If some would have said b4 the game they would jump out to a lead and blow it, I don't think many would be surprised. Sure 28 points is crazy but it's right in line with a bunch of their games. We probably would have beat them by 20.

Yale is more disciplined and can shorten the game. It could be closer than many would think like Mercyhurst.

I see where you’re coming from, but we had direct evidence that YSU can hang with the best of the MVFC. Yale being on the same level was simply a guess

YSU scared for one reason: Brungard. We struggle against dual threat QBs and he is a good one.

Why do you think YSU continues to disintegrate so spectacularly in second halves? They often pull it out but not today.

No idea. I actually turned off the game at the half when it was 35-7. Maybe lack of depth? Maybe coaching goes into a prevent mode on defense? Maybe too conservative play calling in the second half letting opponents back in? All I know is that Brungard is a challenge for any defense.

[BelgradeBobcat]

I was shocked when I heard Yale came back. But watched the last several minutes of the game. Youngstown State was completely undisciplined.

I am actually glad we aren’t playing YSU, I felt like as the game started getting away from them they were getting more and more undisciplined.

I honestly don't get why people were that worried about YSU. They've shown us who they are all year. If some would have said b4 the game they would jump out to a lead and blow it, I don't think many would be surprised. Sure 28 points is crazy but it's right in line with a bunch of their games. We probably would have beat them by 20.

Yale is more disciplined and can shorten the game. It could be closer than many would think like Mercyhurst.

I see where you’re coming from, but we had direct evidence that YSU can hang with the best of the MVFC. Yale being on the same level was simply a guess

YSU scared for one reason: Brungard. We struggle against dual threat QBs and he is a good one.

Why do you think YSU continues to disintegrate so spectacularly in second halves? They often pull it out but not today.

No idea. I actually turned off the game at the half when it was 35-7. Maybe lack of depth? Maybe coaching goes into a prevent mode on defense? Maybe too conservative play calling in the second half letting opponents back in? All I know is that Brungard is a challenge for any defense.

Small players get tired, but big players don't get smaller...

[coloradocat]

I found this article interesting: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/n ... 489191007/

Yale has a $44 billion endowment. If they wanted to be really good at football, they could be, but the Ivy League President's agreement in the 1950's deemphasized football. Now that they are in the FCS playoffs what will happen? After a few more blowout losses to the likes of a cow college in Montana will the Ivy's step it up, or will they call the playoff experiment a bust go back to the way it was?

Yalies are not the type to spend money on sports like football. There may be a small increase in the budget from the general fund but that's probably it.

[technoCat]

Looked fairly quick on this play.

He got dem long strides.

[ClowderUp]

Looked fairly quick on this play.

He got dem long strides.

The announcers said he's a future NFL player. I believe it. I still think it's a long day day for him and that offense in Bozeman. This is a rough week of prep and travel for the Bulldogs after back to back emotional and hard fought wins. I expect them to be worn out.

[Helcat72]

Pitzenberger is a load and can carry into the 30's. Reno is a polished QB. Just watch that second half. Youngstown didn't just lay down...Yale put them down with some hard running and pinpoint passing. Reno was recruited heavily. The coach is his dad.

Did you ever see a picture of the Yale Bowl? Capacity 64,246! Don't think big crowds are going to bother them. Harvard Stadium seats 30,323.

[tetoncat]

Pitzenberger is a load and can carry into the 30's. Reno is a polished QB. Just watch that second half. Youngstown didn't just lay down...Yale put them down with some hard running and pinpoint passing. Reno was recruited heavily. The coach is his dad.

Did you ever see a picture of the Yale Bowl? Capacity 64,246! Don't think big crowds are going to bother them. Harvard Stadium seats 30,323.

Big stadiums don't matter if not full.

[BelligerentBobcat]

We’ll beat Yale by 20+. Piece of cake.