The Rematch

[MrGoodKat]

I’m hearing reports that the reason that the Griz offense has been so much better since the Brawl is because they’ve chosen to “cut it loose.” It actually has nothing to do with the Cats’ defense.

[Prodigal Cat]

Line opened -5.5. Its now -3.5. For you non betters that means that they are taking a lot more bets on the Cats to win and cover than the griz so they are lowering the number to entice more gris betters.

[technoCat]

Line opened -5.5. Its now -3.5. For you non betters that means that they are taking a lot more bets on the Cats to win and cover than the griz so they are lowering the number to entice more gris betters.

I could be totally wrong but I think its the exact opposite of that. -5.5 means we have to win by 6 to cover, doesn't it? I also don't bet...

[Prodigal Cat]

Line opened -5.5. Its now -3.5. For you non betters that means that they are taking a lot more bets on the Cats to win and cover than the griz so they are lowering the number to entice more gris betters.

I could be totally wrong but I think its the exact opposite of that. -5.5 means we have to win by 6 to cover, doesn't it? I also don't bet...

your correct. Had a brain fart.

[49thparallel]

I find egriz to be a hilarious, sh*t show, and will occasionally creep on the board when I'm in need of some good comedic relief, although I refuse to ever dignify it with a post. It's a magical place where competing hyper-egos and know-it-alls reign supreme and dissenting opinions are typically met with ad hominems. Lose yourself in the meticulously woven tapestries of their re-shaped narratives that can only be spun by the most self-entitled and self-unaware of fans! Still not satisfied? Then gorge yourself on the sumptuous banquet of CDS (Cat Derangement Syndrome) posts where you can savor unhealthy obsessions with coaching staff, individual players, and opposing fan bases. Hoping to get a job writing copy for egriz. All you egriz creepers please note that I am considering offers.

[Montanabob]

Griz fans and media are happy talking their way through this in ways I have never encountered.

Some of the things I’ve heard reputable people say in the last 24 hours:

-All the pressure is on MSU because they’re at home. UM doesn’t have much at stake and can just play loose.

-The home field advantage in this game is over because MSU won in Missoula.

-If Wortham catches that ball that Dowler picked, he houses it.

-Virtually zero talk about Vigen’s record at home or the Griz’s playoff road record.

It’s astounding. You’d think UM was -13.5.

I really dont understand the "Pressure" comment. I have heard it several times online in different places.

It makes no sense to me. This is the f#&king semifinals with an opportunity to go to the NC. Cats have the familiarity of being at home and not having to travel.

I think seeing that comment shows how far they are willing to reach to feel more confident about their own team.

Pressure is on to make boobie the loosing Dumn coach in history. Make it 8.

[coloradocat]

Griz fans and media are happy talking their way through this in ways I have never encountered.

Some of the things I’ve heard reputable people say in the last 24 hours:

-All the pressure is on MSU because they’re at home. UM doesn’t have much at stake and can just play loose.

-The home field advantage in this game is over because MSU won in Missoula.

-If Wortham catches that ball that Dowler picked, he houses it.

-Virtually zero talk about Vigen’s record at home or the Griz’s playoff road record.

It’s astounding. You’d think UM was -13.5.

I really dont understand the "Pressure" comment. I have heard it several times online in different places.

It makes no sense to me. This is the f#&king semifinals with an opportunity to go to the NC. Cats have the familiarity of being at home and not having to travel.

I think seeing that comment shows how far they are willing to reach to feel more confident about their own team.

Pressure is on to make boobie the loosing Dumn coach in history. Make it 8.

They'll just say that if it doesn't count for the trophy it doesn't count towards the record (team or coach).

[Bobcat Sig]

Griz fans and media are happy talking their way through this in ways I have never encountered.

Some of the things I’ve heard reputable people say in the last 24 hours:

-All the pressure is on MSU because they’re at home. UM doesn’t have much at stake and can just play loose.

-The home field advantage in this game is over because MSU won in Missoula.

-If Wortham catches that ball that Dowler picked, he houses it.

-Virtually zero talk about Vigen’s record at home or the Griz’s playoff road record.

It’s astounding. You’d think UM was -13.5.

I really dont understand the "Pressure" comment. I have heard it several times online in different places.

It makes no sense to me. This is the f#&king semifinals with an opportunity to go to the NC. Cats have the familiarity of being at home and not having to travel.

I think seeing that comment shows how far they are willing to reach to feel more confident about their own team.

The only pressure the Cats face in this game is that they are ranked higher and are favored to win.

[CelticCat]

I find egriz to be a hilarious, sh*t show, and will occasionally creep on the board when I'm in need of some good comedic relief, although I refuse to ever dignify it with a post. It's a magical place where competing hyper-egos and know-it-alls reign supreme and dissenting opinions are typically met with ad hominems. Lose yourself in the meticulously woven tapestries of their re-shaped narratives that can only be spun by the most self-entitled and self-unaware of fans! Still not satisfied? Then gorge yourself on the sumptuous banquet of CDS (Cat Derangement Syndrome) posts where you can savor unhealthy obsessions with coaching staff, individual players, and opposing fan bases. Hoping to get a job writing copy for egriz. All you egriz creepers please note that I am considering offers.

Underrated post.

[WalkOn79]

Do you think the one extra day of preparation for the game is a positive, negative, or nothing at all

Definitely a positive. One more day to relax, one more day to prepare, it all matters.

One more day for Paul to get treatment. That really matters!!

[PortlandCat90]

I find egriz to be a hilarious, sh*t show, and will occasionally creep on the board when I'm in need of some good comedic relief, although I refuse to ever dignify it with a post. It's a magical place where competing hyper-egos and know-it-alls reign supreme and dissenting opinions are typically met with ad hominems. Lose yourself in the meticulously woven tapestries of their re-shaped narratives that can only be spun by the most self-entitled and self-unaware of fans! Still not satisfied? Then gorge yourself on the sumptuous banquet of CDS (Cat Derangement Syndrome) posts where you can savor unhealthy obsessions with coaching staff, individual players, and opposing fan bases. Hoping to get a job writing copy for egriz. All you egriz creepers please note that I am considering offers.

I'm going to respond in a very stern and harsh manner to your post as soon as my Virtual Assistant gets done translating it for me.

[Robert Martin]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

[cats2506]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

[coloradocat]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

Nah, they didn't have Loud in any of those games.

[cats2506]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

Nah, they didn't have Loud in any of those games.

SFA didn't have Demmings either, but I think that every DB that SFA had was better than any that gris have.

[BlueAndGoldNation]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

Nah, they didn't have Loud in any of those games.

SFA didn't have Demmings either, but I think that every DB that SFA had was better than any that gris have.

Yup! #12 Mayo on SFA was out there. He was a 6'1 189 pound 2nd Team All American, and I could definitely see why. He basically shut down his side of the field, but we were smart to find the mismatches elsewhere and they couldn't guard all MSU's receivers with just him. One would argue, it's equal to to facing Loud. I know Loud is good and they might have changed up their scheme a bit in the playoffs, which has definitely improved their defense. But much like Mayo, Loud can't guard everyone!

[ilovethecats]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

Nah, they didn't have Loud in any of those games.

Nice. I’ve been loving the narrative about Loud!

[91catAlum]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

oh, oh. That is gonna give some of them fits

Nah, they didn't have Loud in any of those games.

Great post!

[grizzh8r]

Every single objective factor in this game favors the Cats. Every last one. The previous matchup, the spread, the location, their home record, UM’s playoff road record… anything that’s real and tangible that you can point to favors the Cats.

But if you want, you can go down narrative street with the GFP or listen to story time with Uncle Marty.

Shaun Rainey just posted information for the Griz on X.
They have played a team twice in the same year 9 times
They have lost 67% of the second games
They lost every away game in the first and second games

Bump. That percentage just increased...

[mslacatfan]

After re-watching the game….

I think Bobby strategically kept the game plan vanilla yesterday, wanting to save the good stuff for next years game…. It’s all part of his master plan.