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On 9/17/2021 at 12:29 AM, ZippyforPresident said:
Z4P's Bryant+ Prediction:
Bulldogs Take a Bite out of Buchtel
Much to the shock and horror of Akron Zips fans everywhere across the globe, THE Bryant University Bulldogs rescue victory from the jaws of defeat with a 1 point victory off of a sausage calved true Freshman Andrew Daragjati 64 yard field goal. When asked post game about the decision to give Andrew the go ahead for the 64 yarder over the proven upper classmen kickers on the roster, Head Coach Chris Merrit explained he had no other choice, as the other kickers were nowhere to be found after a bus stop in Boardman off of Route 224 at Primanti Bros. Not to worry, the players' families notified the university that the men returned home, full to the point of nausea by french fry, but in extremely good spirits.
Buckeyes Bite the Bullet:
Upon arrival in Columbus, the massive nation of Akron Zips faithful had lost all faith in the genius of the "Master of Deception", Thomas Edward Arth, when Andrew Daragjati proved his super human status in Bryant's stunning defeat of the sad and hapless Akron Zips at Infocision Stadium. However, Big Time Thomas sure had other ideas for Ohio's favorite footballers in Akron's 3-2 upset of the one thing rurals and urbans can agree on in this insanely mind boggling, ridiculous, absurdly undervaccinated state. Whenever coach Ryan called for Ohio's most precious resource to dive, Thomas had the Zippers duck. It's almost as if Coach Thomas's every move was completely illogical to the point of insane, irrational, idiocy, but it certainly surprised our good ol' beloved Bucks. When asked postgame about the Akron surprise of the century, Coach Day responded that, the Akron play calling was so erratic and unpredictable, it seemed as if no one on their sideline had ever even held a football before, nor had any awareness of time, place, or reality. Talk about catching our beloved Buckeye boys by surprise! In his postgame presser, Cleveland-ish native Thomas Edward Arth responded that just like every other faithful, decent Clevelander, he was worse than heartbroken to see his favorite college team fall to Oregon two weeks before. He wasn't sure what day it was, but he pledged his faithful and undying love for "the shoe" and did have some passionate thoughts about Ohio University's 14-49 loss to Louisiana last Wednesday.
This is monumental.
Can anyone name the last time the Zip football team was involved in back-to-back 1 point games?
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2 hours ago, ZippyRulz said:
I haven't seen a line on this game but FWIW the ESPN app gives us an 85% chance of beginning a new winning streak..
Wow, an 85% chance against a team from the NEC..
The Bulldogs are in the same conference as the bobcat-slayers of Duquesne.
While Bryant is not as good as the Dukes, they routinely go up against powerhouses like the bobcat slayers.
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2 minutes ago, clarkwgriswold said:
If not, I............nominate Blue & Gold!
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I stopped by the Bryant web site and checked out their roster.
They have much more experience than the Zips but are tiny.
If we don't control both lines of scrimmage we don't just have a problem, we have a REAL problem.
One worry. I remember back in the 70s the Zip's defensive line was frequently outweighed by 50 pounds a man and somehow they outplayed their bigger opponents.
Hope the fighting (miniature) Bulldogs don't do the same.
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1 hour ago, John Ward said:
Well it looks like he is playing some Redshirts and Sophs. My question is how and why did all our experienced players like Peterson ,Council, Riley, Boogie,Meeks, Morris etc all leave? And thank you boys for the english lesson. When I talk into the phone a lot of times it changes the words. And Zipmeister thanks for piling on but thats just the type of person you are. Enough said there !
The hall monitor has gone and hurt my feelings again.
We were wondering if one of your grand kids had made that post using your account.
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On 3/16/2019 at 7:24 PM, Lee Adams said:
We should NEVER assume anything. But, with Arth's background as a QB at the highest level,the QB play hopefully will be significantly improved this year,no matter who the Q
Has this happened yet?
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3 hours ago, ZippyforPresident said:
1. Lose, not "loose."
2. Since we can't win with experience, we should be playing "youngin's" with no experience, whom we cannot win with. Seems logical?
3. Arth seems to disfavor the most talented players he has "brought in" and is apparently playing neither "youngin's" or "experience." Interesting approach, however, it seems unlikely.
4. Doesn't, not "don't."
5. Tom Arth is incapable of successfully coaching division one college football. On this, I think we all agree.
6. We all make silly posts. Myself included.
How did you miss "I chimes in"?
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I have a hunch your grandson is, at best, third on the depth chart because it is highly unlikely that second teamers didn't make it into either of the first two games.
Look at the bright side; if he doesn't get put into more than four games this year his red shirt year is preserved and maybe if he gains some weight and strength he will be able to play for a different head coach.
BTW, what is the name of the OL who you believe is doing an impersonation of a sieve?
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13 hours ago, Football grandma said:
Do the coaches even review the game films? One offensive lineman was responsible for many of Temple's big plays! If these "first stringers" can't get the job done, drop down into your depth chart. Those players have put in the work and time, too. Let's see what they've got.
I hope the coaches drop down into the depth chart and your grandson gets into a game soon.
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So the game was played on a Saturday in what (from a distance) appeared to be great football weather, so at least attendance must have been good, right?
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7 hours ago, GP1 said:
I spent more than twice that amount two weeks ago in a Buc-ee's on I-95 in Florida and I can't remember half of the crap I bought. What's your point?
I believe his point was quite clear; all athletic directors and NCAA administrators are incompetent.
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4 hours ago, Captain Kangaroo said:
At some point he needs to give Zips fans some tangible hope that things are improving.
It is my understanding that the teams academic performance has improved dramatically under the current coaching staff.
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The Zips are getting plenty of early season national attention.
ESPN has this game as their pillow fight of the week.
Hit this link, then pan down (a lot) to see the Zips at number 2 in the CBS Sports bottom 25.
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2 hours ago, clarkwgriswold said:
AHA!
In this case, I fear what we may have going on is an example of nice guys finishing last.
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1 hour ago, clarkwgriswold said:
I'm aware of two head coach recommendations by Peyton Manning-. Arth and Adam Gase. Ouch.
At this juncture, our only alternative is to take the Auburn game as an expected loss in hope to see some improvement going forward.
How are you aware of his two head coaching recommendations?
Were they both positive recommendations?
I find it incredible to even see their two names in the same sentence.
Personally, I wouldn't want Gase as Akron's head coach because the air would be filled with so many flying pigs it would be impossible to walk outside without getting pooped on.
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1 hour ago, a-zip said:
I can't think of a responsible decision the board has made in YEARS. From choosing Presidents, hiring and firing coaches (with $$ left on contracts) to things as simple as changing the uniforms for the football team. I remember hearing on National TV that our white helmets with the Z were the best looking unis in college football. What do we do....change them to a high school looking script logo.
This problem is not unique to Akron.
Research indicates that almost without exception University Boards spend almost all their time changing the uniforms for their football team.
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44 minutes ago, ZippyRulz said:
Tulsa uses a similar script logo. There are a number of schools that have the school name/nickname/acronym in stylized lettering of some type on the ESPN scoreboard, e.g. UCLA, LSU, Pitt, Ole Miss, etc.
UCLA tried putting University of California Los Angeles on their helmets, but decided not to because it wrapped around the entire helmet in a font too small to read from more than a few feet away.
LSU had a similar idea, but elected to go with the acronym when nobody at the school could actually spell Louisiana.
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5 hours ago, bigjim said:
The table above is incorrect. The total rushing yardage is positive, but not by much. Look on ESPN or other websites for game totals and you will see the facts.
From ESPN
Akron Rushing
CAR YDS AVG TD LONG
Jonzell Norrils 12 22 1.8 0 7
Anthony Williams Jr. 6 10 1.7 0 3
DJ Irons 6 2 0.3 0 9
Kato Nelson 11 -13 -1.2 0 9
Team 1 -24 -24.0 0 0
TEAM 36 -3 -0.1 0 9
I see it took a team effort to lose 24 yards on one play.
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1 hour ago, akzipper said:
I think most D3 schools actually have logos. We look like a low budget high school. Even Bishop Sycamore had a logo.
I was thinking a script Akron is a logo.
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14 hours ago, Zipmeister said:
sorry double post
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12 hours ago, Zipmeister said:
Ask and ye shall receive........
1. How many rushing yards will the Zips get against Auburn?
a. Negative
b. 0-50
c. More than 50
2. How many passes will the Zip’s complete against Auburn?
a. None
b. 1-3
c. More than 3
3. How many points will Auburn score against the Zips?
a. 40-50
b. 50-60
c. More than 60
4. In which state is Auburn located?
a. Florida
b. California
c. Somewhere else
5. How many quarterbacks will Auburn play today?
a. 2
b. 3
c. More than 3
No winner in the quiz as nobody selected "negative" rushing yardage.
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34 minutes ago, GP1 said:
Im pretty certain there isn't a Hall of Fame. When there is, I am certain to be a first ballot entry.
We could have an induction where the inductees get drunk at a dinner and are awarded one of those old plastic windbreakers the University to give first year letter winners.
When did they do that?
In the late 60s/early 70s it was a nice letter sweater.
Game 3- Bryant
in Akron Zips Football
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Three observations
After watching today’ s game against Bryant, I firmly believe the Zips can turn in a winning record next season. Heck, they could even go undefeated. All they have to do is keep their current squad together, drop to FCS, and carefully schedule against the worst teams in the division.
Looked like a pretty good crowd in attendance today; on espn3 it looked like there were 100’s of butts in the seats.
Bet the U is earning hundreds and hundreds of dollars covering seats with big advertising banners.