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X;s & O's help, but Jimmie's & Joe's win games. lets see what next months class looks like. One must also keep in mind that very few freshmen can contribute on the line. It takes a year or two to develop linemen; so, l would look for JC linemen to be a priority. No one is happy with our results this season, but l am still hopeful for our future.

I'm excited. I'm leaving for Dekalb right now! Go Zips!!

FF: Zips win turnover battle

Those hippies have rules?

Capt, I tried to quote you optimistic prediction of Gibson leading us to 3 straight wins and going forward. Yes it is the MAC! Didn't Akron start an 0-6 team on a 6 game win streak a couple years ago?

FF: Stunning coaching moves propel Zips to victory silencing critics.

I guessed Mathison because it looks like Gibson will be at QB and l'm guessing again that they have worked together more than other WR's.

Where is any excitement for this game? Yes, on paper, we don't look to be a winner Saturday, but when the tables have been turned in the recent past, we have not had a cake walk. Where is George with an interview? Dunn could do a piece. Who is healthy or not? The players and coaches have had 2 weeks to regroup. I expect both to be ready to perform Saturday. If l were running the show, l would forget rushing yards and passing yards. l would concentrate on moving the ball into the end zone. Figure out what you can do effectively. Same on D. If you can't get pressure on the QB with 4 rushers, put 5 or 6 into the rush. Sure that would put you man coverage, but suck it up. You don't need to do it every down. Same on stopping the rush; do more rush blitzes. We are not winning the battles straight up. We need to take more risks.

John, there are only a few stinkers here. Stay with us. Better days are ahead.

Clark, that can't happen. The rule is "If a winner isn't determined after 8 OT's, the outcome will be decided with a coin toss."

FF: O scores 2 rushing TD's!

94, calm down man. My guess is that Danny dip-sh*t has been on this board for a long time. Since we have tired of his negativity under his old identity, he just registered under a new ID. If we just ignore him, maybe he will just go away!

l submitted my usual homer predictions. As bad as things seem, I don't think things are beyond hope. I predict a close game down to the wire. Since we have been a second half, fourth quarter team, Zips win in closing minutes. FF: Zips rush for over 100 yds!

Do any of you think for a minute that the players and coaches don't feel the same frustrations being vented here? With 80% of performance being mental, l would be pissed if Arth didn't get "testy" supporting his players. We have seen these young men for a hundred snaps or so; the coaches have worked with them for months. Second guessing isn't going to be welcome particularly from a guy who seems to just "call it in" himself. Arth did say that the coaches need to find a way to help these men be successful. I'm sure they will try to do their part.

Hemiman, l live in Iowa; so my advise will be limited. If you fly to Akron, l would come on Thursday and stay close to the airport. From there, you would be 10 minutes from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. From there on Saturday, you would be 15 or 20 minutes from the stadium. The parking lot under the score board will be littered with Zip flags, but to find the Captain, just look for the flag flying high! If you can manage to bring a cooler on wheels, fill it with some craft beers. You will have a great time making lots of new friends!

KG14, thanks for visiting. We aren't all grumpy old men! This contest should tell us much about both our teams. Let's wish for no injuries for both of our teams.

New QB? Pressure game plan yields 5 sacks limiting Chips air attack!

He is probably busy preparing for "Game Day" Cy/Hawk game.

I hope we don't spend any effort on Marquael. We need to aim high, but lets be realistic.

I had 11 hours of drive time to reflect yesterday. I don't think the game was a total disaster. We held their run game in check. Jest had a notable day. Total lack of pressure on QB needs attention. Riley got beat on a 75 yd TD pass. Give some credit to their QB & WR, but he also had an INT and he closed fast to make a nice defend at our goal line. He is a R/So with time to improve. We showed some heart closing with 14 Q4 points. I do think special teams lost this one for us. On their K/O to our 2yd line; I think Boogie made the right decision. That ball was either destined to go into the end zone or out of bounds; either of which would have been a good out come. The Blazers just got there in time to force him to cover the ball. When we finally did get a 50yd punt, their blind side block tacked on 15 more yds, but more notable to me was our coverage only allowed a 5yd return! Past years we got 40 yd punts with 20yd returns. Grade coaching a D? Let's see how we mature through the season before we post any grades. It's not even midterms yet!

Nobody asked about the players that didn't make the trip to Illinois. Will we see them Sat.?

Did the staff really expect to win? It seemed more like a practice scrimmage. So many players participating, 15 frosh, what was up holding back Williams? I hope to see a different team next week.

My fearless forecast: With no reason to hold anything back, zips get 5 sacks utilizing multiple fronts!

I like our chances. New playbook on both sides of the ball holds pluses and minuses. Offensively, l think we will have a better plan to work, but have we had enough time to be able to work the plan. Same on D..I like the diversity the staff is putting in, but can we avoid too many mistakes? From what we have seen, it looks like the team is more disciplined, and they have put in the work. If we can find an average running game, l look for Kato to flourish. Avoid mistakes. Have the right personnel on the field in time to be organized. Fly the Jolly Roger.

3) Returning player: Kato Some others have more room to grow, but I think Kato is ready to really turn some heads. It helps to have a head coach that understands the position.