Delaware State @ Michigan Official game thread

[DSUrocks07]

xlolxxlolxxlolx

[Ivytalk]

I'm thinking 49-14, Michigan. Rodriguez calls off the dogs in the second half. Also depends on whether that young Michigan QB (Forcier) can play.

[DSUrocks07]

This is gonna be a fun game to watch, I'm picking up my tickets tomorrow xthumbsupx

[gbhmt]

Please beat Michigan. I need another embarrassing FCS loss to make fun of them for.

[DSUrocks07]

Just got my tickets today from StubHub. A little bit of an adventure tho. Here's a tip, always require a signature when you order something online. the extra cost will save you a lot of headache.
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End Zone seating, I'm gonna have a blast. :D:D:D

[DSUrocks07]

Michigan is looking a little banged up from the Iowa game. With some of their key players, including their QB Forcier. They just might rest their starters against us to heal up for the Penn State game next week.

#12 Iowa
Delaware State
#14 Penn State

We were set up as the "trap game", but since they lost to Iowa by only 2 points, who knows what could happen.

[Big Al]

Yeah, good luck with that. I predict Fraudriquez will use DSU to lay down a beating to keep the UM fans off his tail.

[Bill Hanson]

Michigan QB will be out for atleast this game and perhaps more.

[Big Al]

What happened to him? I watched the game vs. Iowa and thought it was odd that he didn't finish -- they didn't put any big hit on him that I saw.

[aust42]

Just got my tickets today from StubHub. A little bit of an adventure tho. Here's a tip, always require a signature when you order something online. the extra cost will save you a lot of headache.
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End Zone seating, I'm gonna have a blast. :D:D:D

Wow, $50 for an endzone seat? I wonder what the 50 yard line tickets cost?

[Gil Dobie]

Closer than 30, but more than 20 points.

Go DSU xthumbsupx

[93henfan]

Michigan is looking a little banged up from the Iowa game. With some of their key players, including their QB Forcier. They just might rest their starters against us to heal up for the Penn State game next week.

#12 Iowa
Delaware State
#14 Penn State

We were set up as the "trap game", but since they lost to Iowa by only 2 points, who knows what could happen.

So, you're saying there's a chance!

http://www.homevideos.com/freezeframes3/dumb144.jpeg

Good luck man. Just enjoy the atmosphere. The game will be ugly.

[DSUrocks07]

Yeah, good luck with that. I predict Fraudriquez will use DSU to lay down a beating to keep the UM fans off his tail.

I'm not saying that we will win...that would be insane. But I think that he'll try to protect his starters for next week and that will give us an opportunity to put some points on the board. (DSU hasn't been shut out in over five yerars, 57 straight games)

[Bill Hanson]

What happened to him? I watched the game vs. Iowa and thought it was odd that he didn't finish -- they didn't put any big hit on him that I saw.

Here is a story on it.

http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/2009/10/13/1013colfoot.html

ESPN, this morning, on the scroller said that he will be out this week due to a concussion and injuries that are worse than expected to his shoulder.

[DSUrocks07]

Here is a story on it.

http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/2009/10/13/1013colfoot.html

ESPN, this morning, on the scroller said that he will be out this week due to a concussion and injuries that are worse than expected to his shoulder.

Word is that its potentially almost as bad as Bradford's injury from Oklahoma.
But some UM fans feel that its a cover for his "poor play" in the Iowa game. xlolx

My take, he'll sit this game and they'll have Denard (their backup QB) start against us.

[Bill Hanson]

Word is that its potentially almost as bad as Bradford's injury from Oklahoma.
But some UM fans feel that its a cover for his "poor play" in the Iowa game. xlolx

My take, he'll sit this game and they'll have Denard (their backup QB) start against us.

Oh how great it would be if you stomped a mud hole in their ____ and made them cry like little girls again!

[WestCoastAggie]

Y'all better come back with A&T's money!!! xlolx

[DSUrocks07]

Oh how great it would be if you stomped a mud hole in their ____ and made them cry like little girls again!

And wouldn't that do wonders for Delaware, FAMU and SC State for their playoff hopes. xlolx

[Bill Hanson]

And wouldn't that do wonders for Delaware, FAMU and SC State for their playoff hopes. xlolx

Actually it would do more for the embarassment of Michigan fans everywhere. And then I would chuckle.

[DSUrocks07]

Y'all better come back with A&T's money!!! xlolx

We'll have your share for ya we just have to make a quick stop first xwhistlex

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[DSUrocks07]

Actually it would do more for the embarassment of Michigan fans everywhere. And then I would chuckle.

Michigan would NEVER play an FCS school ever again. 0-1 all time is nice, but 0-2!?!

RimRod would be out before sundown Saturday xlolxxlolx

[Bill Hanson]

Michigan would NEVER play an FCS school ever again. 0-1 all time is nice, but 0-2!?!

RimRod would be out before sundown Saturday xlolxxlolx

They have only played ASU from the I-AA? That was the only team ever to play them? WOW

[gbhmt]

Word is that its potentially almost as bad as Bradford's injury from Oklahoma.
But some UM fans feel that its a cover for his "poor play" in the Iowa game. xlolx

My take, he'll sit this game and they'll have Denard (their backup QB) start against us.

Michigan has probably got the most fairweather fans I've seen for a college football team.

[Thumper 76]

Michigan is looking a little banged up from the Iowa game. With some of their key players, including their QB Forcier. They just might rest their starters against us to heal up for the Penn State game next week.

#12 Iowa
Delaware State
#14 Penn State

We were set up as the "trap game", but since they lost to Iowa by only 2 points, who knows what could happen.

Shoot, youre only playing UNI then, not that big of a problem, except the Big House may be a tad more intimidating than the UNI dome xlolxxlolxxlolx

[caribbeanhen]

DSU, you might want to sign up for another username, that way it wont look like your the only DSU fan on the site, I left a lil post for you over on gohens, all in good fun

I hope DSU can put a scare into them

good luck

[seahawkfan2007]

I can see DSU hanging with Michigan in Q1, losing ground in Q2 and it getting ugly in the 2nd half. Michigan 55-13.

[bonarae]

Forcier or no Forcier, Michigan will still dominate the game with Minor and the WRs. I'd say Michigan by 28+ (maybe in the 30s).

[ASU_Fanatic]

I went to the ASU Michigan game and sat in one of the endzones, but it was worth it!!! Anyways what you talkin bout' DSU got this! Jk...Michigan by at least 30.

[SpeedkingATL]

G0 HORNETS!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bluehenbillk]

Ugliest game of the year. What was the Portland St score, 105-0??

[RattlerFan70]

Go get'em Delaware St...xsmileyclapx

[griz37]

Denard Robinson isn't as good as Forcier, but Michigan will be fine. Michigan 41-6

Go Blue!

[bonarae]

Ugliest game of the year. What was the Portland St score, 105-0??

105-0 vs. Delaware State, 1980. (Checked Portland State's media guide.)

[caribbeanhen]

105-0 vs. Delaware State, 1980. (Checked Portland State's media guide.)

Neil Lomax

[DSUrocks07]

Neil Lomax

And Tate Forcier is no Neil Lomax. xlolx
That PSU squad was insanely great on offense.
I guarantee that we won't be shut out. xwhistlex
May I receive a hell's fire of neg rep if we are xlolxxlolxxlolx

[93henfan]

Here's Delaware Online's picks:

Delaware State at Michigan, noon Saturday I'm not going to pick a score here, but Irish Jack believes the Hornets will score two touchdowns and at least one field goal. Don't think Hornets will be intimidated by the Wolverine players, but they aren't used to playing in a stadium that holds 100,000 hostile fans.

Delaware at Towson, 3:30 p.m. Saturday This one should be easy. Hens had better win, with James Madison, Hofstra, Navy and Villanova to follow. Delaware 41, Towson 13.

http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20091015/SPORTS14/910150305/1035/How-will-DSU-fare-with-100-000-Michigan-fans?

[ngineer]

I bet the majority of Michiganders believe they'll be playing U of Delaware.xnodx

[LacesOut]

C'mon Hornets!! Sting those Wolverines!!

[DSUrocks07]

xlolx igo4uni someone who believes!! (or wants "I told u so" rights) xlolx

Well I'm on my way up in a couple hours, not sure of the rules against cell phone use in the stadium but I will hopefully be able to post on AGS from my Blackberry at the game. Will definitely have plenty of photos from the trip and the game at least by Monday. My friend thats traveling with me wants to stop at the OSU campus in Columbus along the way xlolx

[813Jag]

xlolx igo4uni someone who believes!! (or wants "I told u so" rights) xlolx

Well I'm on my way up in a couple hours, not sure of the rules against cell phone use in the stadium but I will hopefully be able to post on AGS from my Blackberry at the game. Will definitely have plenty of photos from the trip and the game at least by Monday. My friend thats traveling with me wants to stop at the OSU campus in Columbus along the way xlolx
how are they gonna stop you? xlolx I use my phone at all games. xlolx

[Reign of Terrier]

56-13 Michigan...wait a second, I voted for the 30-39 category...MATH SUCKS!!!!

[DSUrocks07]

Got in to the hotel at around 1:30am. 11 hour drive because I took a way that avoided all tolls. Actually ran into some snow around State College, PA. I'm staying at the Baymont near the Detroit airport. Best rate I could find. Nice rooms, but no fridge. (They will allow u to bring ur cooler in tho xthumbsupx) Should get to the stadium around 11am for the game. Temps are to be in the mid 40s for game time. Noon start time will help. Will hopefully get a lot of pictures from the game today. The game will be on the Big Ten Network as well. So you just might see me there.

[93henfan]

The game will be on the Big Ten Network as well. So you just might see me there.

I'll be watching (at least until the game is separated by more than two scores).

Most importantly, HAVE FUN! xthumbsupx

Smart move avoiding the tolls, btw. See more and keep the PA government off of your teet.

[DSUrocks07]

At the stadium now, got in with a tailgate with some Michigan fans. They are real hospitable. xthumbsupx

Hopefully will get some good pics inside the stadium.

[GoGuins]

At the stadium now, got in with a tailgate with some Michigan fans. They are real hospitable. xthumbsupx

Hopefully will get some good pics inside the stadium.

Michigan season ticket holder here, I chose to stay at home for this one. Have to pick and choose my battles with the wife:D Penn State next week.

Michigan fans are the most hospitable around, enjoy yourself!

[caribbeanhen]

At the stadium now, got in with a tailgate with some Michigan fans. They are real hospitable. xthumbsupx

Hopefully will get some good pics inside the stadium.

you get connectivity in the big house?

[93henfan]

Michigan season ticket holder here, I chose to stay at home for this one.

Looks like you weren't the only one. Ton of empty seats, especially in the student section.

[93henfan]

Del State looks like they're running on fly paper. The speed difference is apparent. Two drives, no first downs for the Hornets.

Wolverines had an easy drive to make it 7-0 and have the ball again. Highlight of the game so far for DelState is their punter, who had a good one from the end zone out to the 45, then another from the 30 to the other 30.

[DSUrocks07]

7-0 early in the first.

We got our backup QB in for this game. I guess Glaud is sitting this one out.

Damn one of our guys got hurt already on punt coverage. Looks bad :(

[93henfan]

14-0 Michigan, 8 min left in 1st quarter

Getting ugly early.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Wow, 14-0 already. I predict 42-0 UofM.

[ItsyBitsySpider]

No rispect to Delaware St. but I knd of hope Mich scores 100. These matchups are ridiculous. I love playing BCS games but against teams that we measure up with (e.g. Vandy, Duke, Wake, Stanford, etc.). This game makes no sense on any level.

[93henfan]

This would be Rich Rodriguez's first win in October at Michigan. He's 0-6 so far.

Announcers also mentioned that Michigan couldn't get any FBS to play the game without having to agree to a home-and-home so they went to FCS. DelState was the third school they talked to after Maine and UMass declined.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

No rispect to Delaware St. but I knd of hope Mich scores 100. These matchups are ridiculous. I love playing BCS games but against teams that we measure up with (e.g. Vandy, Duke, Wake, Stanford, etc.). This game makes no sense on any level.

Um, Vandy and Wake Forest are way above your level nowadays. Stanford is also very good. Even Duke is a pretty good team, and it took Richmond to beat them. Just saying.

[93henfan]

DelState with its third three and out.

[93henfan]

Punt block TD. 21-0 Michigan.

I can't watch this anymore. Switching over full-time to the Richmond-Maine game on Comcast.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Honestly, if Michigan played App again, the score would be 35-17 or something.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Punt block TD. 21-0 Michigan.

A punt block TD? Huh?

[ItsyBitsySpider]

I hear you. However, we've beaten Duke twice since 2006. I won't give you that one but certainly Wake, Vandy, and Stanford would probably handle us. These games makes sense because of geography, academics, etc. What does Del. St. have in common with Michigan? Is there a coaching connection?

[griz37]

I would love to see Michigan score about 85 points here. Go Blue!

[93henfan]

I would love to see Michigan score about 85 points here. Go Blue!

Big Michigan fan or have a beef with Del State? Don't you have to pull for David a little bit vs Goliath?

[TheFCSAdvocate]

I hear you. However, we've beaten Duke twice since 2006. I won't give you that one but certainly Wake, Vandy, and Stanford would probably handle us. These games makes sense because of geography, academics, etc. What does Del. St. have in common with Michigan? Is there a coaching connection?

Well, I did say that you beat Duke. But very few FCS teams could hang with them. Abouth the geography thing, I guess they wanted a team they coulkd smash so everyone would forget about App.St. Personally, I would have loved it if Michigan scheduled Towson. That would mean we played Northwestern AND Michigan, a pretty good line-up.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Big Michigan fan or have a beef with Del State? Don't you have to pull for David a little bit vs Goliath?

They have a beef with the FCS. After they win, there won't be a problem. I wish I got Big Ten Network. Michigan seems to be playing good football. LOL. xlolx

[griz37]

Big Michigan fan or have a beef with Del State? Don't you have to pull for David a little bit vs Goliath?

No beef w/DSU, just a big Michigan fan.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

DSU has to punt at their own 12.

[griz37]

Denard Robinson to Grady 38 yard TD Michigan! xbowx

[MSUBear42]

Yikes... 28-0 with 3 minutes still left in the 1st quarter?

[DSUrocks07]

I'm getting bad reception inside the stadium. So I won't be able to provide updates during the game itself. I'm getting loads of pics.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Aw man, this game is on track to 112-0...

[UMass922]

They have a beef with the FCS. After they win, there won't be a problem.

At least not until next year, when they'll experience FCS loss #2. :D

[griz37]

At least not until next year, when they'll experience FCS loss #2. :D

xlolx Michigan will be a legit top 10 team next year.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

At least not until next year, when they'll experience FCS loss #2. :D

I don't think so... xrolleyesx

[DSUrocks07]

I'm getting bad reception inside the stadium. So I won't be able to provide updates during the game itself. I'm getting loads of pics.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

35-0! It's not even halftime! Wow, if this goes on, it will be 112-0!

[GoGuins]

I'm getting bad reception inside the stadium. So I won't be able to provide updates during the game itself. I'm getting loads of pics.

I hardly ever get reception in there. Where are your seats? Mine are Sect 39 Row 52

Did you tailgate anywhere?

[GoGuins]

#43 K Bryan Wright getting a lot of work today. He's from my hometown of Salem, Ohio. Good friends with his family

[caribbeanhen]

Just got my tickets today from StubHub. A little bit of an adventure tho. Here's a tip, always require a signature when you order something online. the extra cost will save you a lot of headache.
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End Zone seating, I'm gonna have a blast. :D:D:D

here are his tickets

[UMass922]

I don't think so... xrolleyesx

No kidding. Perhaps I should have added a xsmiley_wix. Trust me, I'm not delusional. xlolx

[caribbeanhen]

i was going to post the 2nd qtr is fairly close, but Mich is to quick for me

[TheFCSAdvocate]

No kidding. Perhaps I should have added a xsmiley_wix. Trust me, I'm not delusional. xlolx

First, compete with Texas Tech. Oh, wait, were they better than Michigan is this year? Maybe. xconfusedx

[TheFCSAdvocate]

42-0 Michigan.

[WestCoastAggie]

Thanks for the money Delaware St.

[GoGuins]

Hey Griz, might we see The Coner in the second half?

[griz37]

49-0

[TheFCSAdvocate]

49-0 Michigan. They are NOT running up the score. They have their 1st string QB out of the game.

[griz37]

Hey Griz, might we see The Coner in the second half?

I was just telling my wife that Nick Sheridan is playing already so Cone might get some 2nd half action!

[Go Lehigh TU owl]

Hate to say it but DSU deserves this one. Hope the paycheck is worth it.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Hate to say it but DSU deserves this one. Hope the paycheck is worth it.

They tried to skip out on conference play for a paycheck. Why didn't they schdule a game earlier in the season?

[WestCoastAggie]

NO one team should be bigger than the conference.

[griz37]

DSU on the board w/a FG

[caribbeanhen]

embarrased yes, shut out ...NO

[TheFCSAdvocate]

embarrased yes, shut out ...NO

At least they got 3 points, against the 4th string. xlolx

[93henfan]

Rodriguez to call off the dogs, saying he'll get some young guys some reps in the second half on BTN.

[TheFCSAdvocate]

Rodriguez to call off the dogs, saying he'll get some young guys some reps in the second half on BTN.

You get Big Ten Network?

[93henfan]

You get Big Ten Network?

Yeah, several channels worth of BTN on Comcast. They have every BTN game. Watching this game on #714. No premium package required.

Also flipping through Maine-Rich on CSN, Princeton-Brown on VS, and all the FBS matchups too.

[LacesOut]

Yeah, several channels worth of BTN on Comcast. They have every BTN game. Watching this game on #714. No premium package required.

You watching Ohio State by chance? I just saw the score for them vs. Purdue on the ticker. Was wondering what was going on in that one.

[93henfan]

DSURocks is going to be humming Hail to the Victors subconsciously the whole drive back from Michigan. He's heard it at least seven times already.

[T-Dog]

This game needs a viewer discretion screen with a James Earl Jones voiceover warning us of the spectacular ass kicking going on.

[DSUrocks07]

DSURocks is going to be humming Hail to the Victors subconsciously the whole drive back from Michigan. He's heard it at least seven times already.

Me and my friend were making it a habit of doing their "first down" motion whenever we got one lmao xlolx we were the only DSU fans in our section too.

[caribbeanhen]

Me and my friend were making it a habit of doing their "first down" motion whenever we got one lmao xlolx we were the only DSU fans in our section too.

your the only DSU fan period

[T-Dog]

Just saw that NC A&T got a huge 2-0 win today in what must have been a defensive struggle. That'll definitely raise some eyebrows in the MEAC.

[DJOM]

ATT U Verse also very good with college football games available. Purdue up 16-7 with 8:25 left in 3rd

[WestCoastAggie]

Just saw that NC A&T got a huge 2-0 win today in what must have been a defensive struggle. That'll definitely raise some eyebrows in the MEAC.

Yeah Buddie! xlolx

[DSUrocks07]

Even tho we lost. BIG. I had a blast at the game.

[93henfan]

727 yards of offense for Michigan. xoopsx

[Go Lehigh TU owl]

Just an embarrassment for DSU all together. They must be one broke school.

[WestCoastAggie]

727 yards of offense for Michigan. xoopsx


Every yard costs Michigan about $676 today.xlolx

[93henfan]

Every yard costs Michigan about $676 today.xlolx

That's certainly one way of looking at it!

[LacesOut]

Just an embarrassment for DSU all together. They must be one broke school.

We are one broke state!!

[Ivytalk]

Father Guido Sarducci says: 5 Hail Marys and 10 Our fathers for DSU breaking its contract. Should've been worse.xcoolx

[SU Jag]

your the only DSU fan period

Lol!

[DSUrocks07]

your the only DSU fan period

Might not be too much of a stretch. xlolx

As I was leaving the stadium one of the event staff thanked me for coming and said that only 13 DSU fans were in attendance. (I'm assuming that that number comes from official ticket sales from their ticket office.)

I knew I felt alone, but I was having a great time.

[UMass922]

Might not be too much of a stretch. xlolx

As I was leaving the stadium one of the event staff thanked me for coming and said that only 13 DSU fans were in attendance. (I'm assuming that that number comes from official ticket sales from their ticket office.)

I knew I felt alone, but I was having a great time.

Wow! Sorry to hear you didn't have more company, but it still sounds like you had a great time. xthumbsupx I'm hoping to make the trip next year.

[Ivytalk]

Oh, well, it's a lot better than 105-0!xnodx

[Rob Iola]

Oh, well, it's a lot better than 105-0!xnodx
Ouch - I remember that - Portland State with Neil Lomax...

[MR. CHICKEN]

[QUOTE=DSUrocks07;1438209]Might not be too much of a stretch. xlolx

As I was leaving the stadium one of the event staff thanked me for coming and said that only 13 DSU fans were in attendance. (I'm assuming that that number comes from official ticket sales from their ticket office.)


YOU SIR....&....DUH.......REST O' DUH BAKERS DOZEN.....ARE UH...REAL FANS...xthumbsupx...AWK!

[MR. CHICKEN]

Might not be too much of a stretch. xlolx

As I was leaving the stadium one of the event staff thanked me for coming and said that only 13 DSU fans were in attendance. (I'm assuming that that number comes from official ticket sales from their ticket office.)

I knew I felt alone, but I was having a great time.

YOU SIR....AR UH....REAL FAN....xthumbsupx....DOODLE-DOO!

[Go...gate]

YOU SIR....AR UH....REAL FAN....xthumbsupx....DOODLE-DOO!

I second that.

[DSUrocks07]

A couple of pics from the game:

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Great fans for UM


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At the Michigan tailgate


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Inside the Stadium


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After the game


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The final score

[DSUrocks07]

My camera battery died about an hour after the game. :(

But after we took some pics of the stadium and bought some souvenirs. We went to a place called "Tailgaters" right in Ann Arbor. Great crowd. Then my buddy and I met up with some girls and went into Detroit to check out the city. All in all it was a great trip and I'm glad that I went, disappointed with the DSU turnout. We were told that they were gonna send two buses up to the game, but apparently there was only 24 on one bus. The Michigan staffer I talked to said that they only sold 13 to DSU fans. There was one guy in my section right at the top who has a DSU hat on, but no RED xmadx :p

[UMass922]

Great pics! Sorry again about the poor turnout. I'm going to try to make it next year, and I certainly hope we bring more than 13 fans . . .

[DSUrocks07]

Great pics! Sorry again about the poor turnout. I'm going to try to make it next year, and I certainly hope we bring more than 13 fans . . .

You really should try too. I can guarantee that you"ll enjoy it. Especially if its your first time in the area. I'm gonna try to make a trip to a DSU road game once a year, most likely if its a major school (Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, etc.). We'll see what our schedule makers try to pull next year. I have a feeling that we're gonna have a 2-FBS season in 2010.

[813Jag]

You really should try too. I can guarantee that you"ll enjoy it. Especially if its your first time in the area. I'm gonna try to make a trip to a DSU road game once a year, most likely if its a major school (Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, etc.). We'll see what our schedule makers try to pull next year. I have a feeling that we're gonna have a 2-FBS season in 2010.
I agree I think everyone should hit a game like that, although for me it's always better when I don't have a dog in the fight.