UNH-UMass Tilt

[KAUMASS]

Well, no dedicated thread yet, so here goes my take.

There obviously is no love loss here, so let's keep it clean. (Travis- I.E. UNHWILDCAT can smack if he wants, as that usually jinx's UNH. Come up with a good one Travis!!)

Lot's on the line here. These teams don't like each other. Should be a real physical game.

In head to head games this year against opponents, UNH and UMass both beat Albany by 12 points. Northeastern for both teams was a similar game. URI gave UNH a battle, but layed down for UMass. Was URI a stronger team earlier in the year? I'm not sure, but these games tell me it is probably even here.

UMass has been in-cosistant on defense this year, and has had trouble with big backs between the tackles. Pass coverage had been good to excellent. When we give up some passes, usually because it has been set up by the run.

I see UNH trying to run first here. UNH usually runs off tackle, but I see them trying to expoit the middle, as we have been suspect there all year. If they do establish the run, it's going to be a long day, as UNH passing can be explosive and the run will set it up some big pass plays.

The x-factor here is what UMass team shows up. To beat UNH, UMass needs 4 solid quarters of football from both sides of the ball here, something we have only done once this year. When the offense clicks, it is hard to stop them. If the UMass offense scores in the first half, which we have had trouble doing is some games this year, I think it is a close game. If we don't score in the first half, we may catch up, but the UNH offense may be too much to overcome, as our defense is going to give up some points, no doubt.

UNH has played more consistant this year and should be a 3-5 point favorite at home. The only thing knawing on me is that this is a rilvary game and playoffs on the line, and I don't know which UMass team shows up.


I'll give UNH the edge here in this game.

Good luck to both teams, and hopefully no significant injuries to either team that could hurt either team if they make the playoffs. UNH has the better chance at the playoffs, but UMass still has a sniff in the air.

Is it Saturday yet??

[crusader11]

You think if UMASS wins out, beating UNH and Hofstra in big fasion (by multiple touchdowns), they can sneak into the dance? If Holy Cross is able to win the PL, and Albany continues their very strong play, I would think the committee would have to at least look at these two wins as quality wins that would help their case. Thoughts?

[WrenFGun]

Terrified about this game, obviously.

No doubt, the teams don't like each other, and the fans don't like each other much (though we seem to do a decent job of getting along on here). Ever since Brandon London I cannot stand UMass, but I respect them. This week will be no different. Good luck, but I hope we throttle you.

[KAUMASS]

You think if UMASS wins out, beating UNH and Hofstra in big fasion (by multiple touchdowns), they can sneak into the dance? If Holy Cross is able to win the PL, and Albany continues their very strong play, I would think the committee would have to at least look at these two wins as quality wins that would help their case. Thoughts?

UMass is currently 15th in the GPI. If UMass beats UNH and Hofstra soundly, they will move up in the GPI, as some 9-14th teams in the GPI move down. If this is the case, and the committee continues their usual treck down the GPI for at large selections, I think UMass may be in. They will need some help from other teams, but they may have a shot. I still believe HC wins the Patriot AQ this year. Wins over Albany & HC and UNH with their standings in the GPI will help.

With that being said and making the playoffs would be nice, I don't think we have the firepower and horses this year to make a run in the playoffs.

[KAUMASS]

Terrified about this game, obviously.

No doubt, the teams don't like each other, and the fans don't like each other much (though we seem to do a decent job of getting along on here). Ever since Brandon London I cannot stand UMass, but I respect them. This week will be no different. Good luck, but I hope we throttle you.


Wren,

That's what is so off about our team this year. It wouldn't surprise me if you do throttle us. I also wouldn't be surprised if it comes down to the last play, or that we may light you up. Usually I have a pretty good handle on games and how they will play out, this one, I don't know. Can't wait to watch though. Good luck to you guys as well.

[santosballnewhampshire]

Terrified about this game, obviously.

No doubt, the teams don't like each other, and the fans don't like each other much (though we seem to do a decent job of getting along on here). Ever since Brandon London I cannot stand UMass, but I respect them. This week will be no different. Good luck, but I hope we throttle you.

I am with you about Brandon London...punk

[Maroon&White]

Same can be said of Santos xlolx

[R3TRO]

Ugh.....I don't know about this game. Going to be a battle. The weather has been downgraded from "Rain" to "Showers" so hopefully it will have less affect on how the game is played. Let's hope our D continues to show up like it has. xpeacex

[rcny46]

KAUMASS mentioned at the start of this thread that if Umass scores in the first half the game could be close,and if not,they could be in for a long day.Frankly,I can't imagine them being kept off the scoreboard for an entire half.I'll be very surprised if that happens.

[KAUMASS]

KAUMASS mentioned at the start of this thread that if Umass scores in the first half the game could be close,and if not,they could be in for a long day.Frankly,I can't imagine them being kept off the scoreboard for an entire half.I'll be very surprised if that happens.

We have started out slow on offense the majority of the season. We have come back in the second half, but against top 20 ranked opponents we can't turn the corner after we catch up...IE....JMU, Richmond & Maine. (Texas Tech we couldn't and didn't catch up).

[OxSoxUNH05]

I dunno how this is gonna play out. Hopefully the Cats can win but knowing how coach Mac can call passes on 4th and short it can go either way.

I'll be there, hopefully the students will be out for it unlike the Hofstra game.

[santosballnewhampshire]

Light rain, but overall decent weather here in Durham.

[Kymermosst]

Can this really be a good idea?? (From the UMass Athletics Gameday Blog (http://umassathletics.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111508aaa.html))


...for UNH, four of the five offensive line starters have been changed due to one injury. With normal starter at left tackle Josh Droesh out with a knee injury, Andrew Elwell, the normal right tackle starter moves to the left side. At left guard Chris McClurg will start as normal starter Dan Larkin moves to right guard. The normal starter at right guard Eric Cumba will start at right tackle with Elwell's move to the other side. All-CAA tight end Scott Sicko is out with a shoulder/ribs strain. Starting at tight end will be Seth Price, who is normally an offensive lineman.

Hopefully all those changes will let us get through the line and pick up a few more sacks.

[UNHWildCats]

Jellison and Sicko are out

[UNHWildCats]

Steve Young is back this week.

[UNHWildCats]

According to O'Donnell Chris Jeannot, a freshman WR will be at TE today. He's 6-6 230

[UNHWildCats]

UNH wins toss will receive

[Old Cat Fan]

UNH wins the toss will get the ball first

[UNHWildCats]

Seniors Matt O'Brien, John Clements, Maurice Duper, Tom Bishop, Keysonne Anderson, Matt Parent, Robert Simpson, Eric Cumba, Andrew Elwell, Chris McClurg, Josh Droesch and Mike Boyle were honored before the game along with their parents on senior day.

[UNHWildCats]

Kackert takes it at the 9. Takes it out near the 45

[UNHWildCats]

30 yard run by Boyle

[Jackman]

We are addicted to turning the ball over in the redzone. I don't even enjoy getting close to the end zone any more. Let's just throw hail marys from midfield.

[art vandelay]

wow. what a game changer.

good for matt.

[art vandelay]

wow things going our way today

[Kymermosst]

Coen with a 2nd interception...UNH ball in UMass territory

[Jackman]

That time we didn't wait to get into the red zone. We're getting more efficient.

[UNHWildCats]

rough start for Coen

[Kymermosst]

QB run into the end zone, right up the middle 43 yards.

Halfway through the 1st, 17-0 UNH

[UNHWildCats]

TOMAN!

[art vandelay]

TD UNH

[Old Cat Fan]

No lead is big enough with UMASS but being up 17-0 is nice way to start

[Kymermosst]

UNH has only run 5 offensive plays (6 if you count the field goal) and is up 17-0. This is going to be a long day.

On a lighter note, Tony Nelson hits 1,000 rushing, making it 7 seasons in a row with a 1,000 yd rusher for UMass.

[Kymermosst]

UMass going for it on 4th and 7 from the UNH 37...Sacked and fumbled (recovered by Parent again).

UNH ball on the UMass 48 because Parent stumbled with no one around.

And before I can hit POST Kackert gets a 48-yd TD run.

24-0 UNH, still in the 1st.

[Jackman]

Where's the reset button? Need to start this one over.

[UNHWildCats]

Kacert TD

[StrikeJMU]

wow.

[Old Cat Fan]

Is this Umass or Iona

[UNHWildCats]

UNH TOP is 1:40 and lead 24-0

[Kymermosst]

Time of POsession: UMass 10:30, UNH 1:30.

[StrikeJMU]

so its basically turnovers killing UMASS?

[art vandelay]

i know Umass usualy has a bad first quater but I dont think Umass can afford this against a team like UNH

[art vandelay]

knock on wood

[Kymermosst]

It's absolutely TOs.

2 INT and a Fumble, all lead to immediate points.

UMass' first punt down to the UNH 8.

1:10 left in the 1st.

[Jackman]

We're not playing any defense at all though.

[UNHWildCats]

another big oplay for UNH

[UNHWildCats]

We're not playing any defense at all though.
but when have you at all this season xlolx xlolx xlolx

[Kymermosst]

3rd and 8 from their own 11, UNH completes their first pass for 64 yards, to the UMass 25.

UMass isn't stopping ANYTHING today...This is terrible.

[art vandelay]

like to see toman trying for the td but he was like ten yards down field and we just scored wile i was writing this

[UNHWildCats]

TD UNH

[art vandelay]

holy crap

[Old Cat Fan]

Finish them xnodx

[StrikeJMU]

Jesus Christ, sounds like 'Nam out there.

[UNHWildCats]

31-0 UNH

[UNHWildCats]

Umass ---> http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/OLDCATFAN/kick.gif<--- UNH

[UNHWildCats]

UNH averaging 17.5 yards per play

[Kymermosst]

This is embarrassing. UMass can't do anything right today.

Listening to the UMass radio broadcast, there was just a campaign commercial for a senator who already won his reelection.

At least there's hockey tonight..

[Old Cat Fan]

Umass ---> http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/OLDCATFAN/kick.gif<--- UNH

Hey I seen that ball kick somewheres

[UNHWildCats]

Hey I seen that ball kick somewheres
:p

[dwtime]

I almost feel bad for UMass..........well never, but almost!

[Kymermosst]

It sounds like Coen isn't even thinking anymore.

Radio broadcast just said Coen threw a screen to Cruz with 4 guys right there ready to hit him?

[Jackman]

3rd down play never had a chance.

Maybe if we suck enough we can lull UNH into thinking the game is over.

[Old Cat Fan]

This is a major pay back for alot a pain and suffering caused by Mass over the last couple of years

[art vandelay]

I almost feel bad for UMass..........well never, but almost!

Never ever say those words. i respect the hell out of their program but i never feel bad for them.

[Kymermosst]

Never ever say those words. i respect the hell out of their program but i never feel bad for them.

For once, I will agree with art.

[Kymermosst]

UMass finally gets a 3 and out, blocks the punt, UMass ball on the UNH 11.

[Jackman]

Special teams showed up!

[Jackman]

Muscle this in. Hate to say it, but I don't trust Liam any more.

[Kymermosst]

FB Zardas with the run into the end zone. UMass finally scores.

31-7.

[Kymermosst]

Muscle this in. Hate to say it, but I don't trust Liam any more.

I hate that I have to agree with you.

Our ground game and special teams are our high points today.

[dwtime]

Never ever say those words. i respect the hell out of their program but i never feel bad for them.

Eh, it was a fleeting moment of potential pity. I too respectfully hate UMass football

[Kymermosst]

Not a good day for UMass Athletics.

Field Hockey got knocked out of the NCAA's 3-2 @ Syracuse.

[Jackman]

I hate that I have to agree with you.

Our ground game and special teams are our high points today.

It looks like we can push UNH's defensive line around a bit. Unfortunately we've put ourselves in a situation where we can't really take advantage of power running.

[dwtime]

tough 15 yard run by Simpson

[dwtime]

2nd and 7 on the UMass 33

[Kymermosst]

If we could erase the 1st quarter, this wouldn't be a terrible game.

I suppose we deserve this after what we've done the UNH in recent years.

[Jackman]

3 passes behind the starting line of scrimmage.

[art vandelay]

Liam is really hanging his recievers out to dry.

[dwtime]

3rd and 14 for UMass, incomplete 3 and out and some good hard hits by the Cats!

[Jackman]

Why would we throw short passes when the weather is bad and the running game is working? Throw it over the top or give it to Tony.

[dwtime]

that 1975 UNH-UMass game mentioned on the radio broadcast was only rivaled by the Lehigh UNH game the next week down in Penn. Bill Burnham was a force, hardest runner ever at UNH.

[Jackman]

How did we screw that one up?

[UNHWildCats]

TD UNH

[dwtime]

Touchdown UNH!!!!!!!!!!!! WOOOOOOOO!!!

[art vandelay]

UNH is really playing as a team today did you se the downfield blocking. great job.

[dwtime]

77 yard pass play, wow!

[UNHWildCats]

356 yards of offense in the first half

[Old Cat Fan]

If we could erase the 1st quarter, this wouldn't be a terrible game.

I suppose we deserve this after what we've done the UNH in recent years.

UMASS first quarter

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/OLDCATFAN/funkey_b1.jpg

[art vandelay]

If we could erase the 1st quarter, this wouldn't be a terrible game.

I suppose we deserve this after what we've done the UNH in recent years.

I know what your saying but I think UNH would have been a lot more agressive in the 2ng Qt if the game was close.

[UNHWildCats]

Another INT to end the half

[dwtime]

INT by UNH to end the half

[Old Cat Fan]

that 1975 UNH-UMass game mentioned on the radio broadcast was only rivaled by the Lehigh UNH game the next week down in Penn. Bill Burnham was a force, hardest runner ever at UNH.

Someone else showing their age, Burnham was a beast.

Key Players of period:

Bill Burnham RB (1974-77):
*Ranks third all-time in most rushing yards in a season with 1,422 (1977)
*Rushed for 1,175 yards in 1976 and 1,170 yards in 1975
*Second all-time in rushing yards in career (3,773)
*Tied for first all-time in rushing touchdowns in a season with 22 (1977)
*Complied 294 points in his career

[dwtime]

Someone else showing their age, Burnham was a beast.

Key Players of period:

Bill Burnham RB (1974-77):
*Ranks third all-time in most rushing yards in a season with 1,422 (1977)
*Rushed for 1,175 yards in 1976 and 1,170 yards in 1975
*Second all-time in rushing yards in career (3,773)
*Tied for first all-time in rushing touchdowns in a season with 22 (1977)
*Complied 294 points in his career

I was one of about 100 people at the 1975 Lehigh game in 1975, one of the best football games I've ever seen. Bill Burnham, Lee Pope, Allen at QB, coach McConnell at db, Huther and Rozumek (spelling is terrible) best LB tandem ever at UNH. We tore down the wooden Lehigh goalposts at the end of the game.

[theasushow]

wow, still first quarter but towson over 'nova 10-0.

[dwtime]

Burnham's bread and butter was the short side sweep, didn't matter if he had blockers or not he always gained yardage. No arm tackles brought him down.

[art vandelay]

what the hell is going on in Nova?

[art vandelay]

UNH did leave Nova a little beat up. maybe those injuries are taking a tole.

[Old Cat Fan]

I was one of about 100 people at the 1975 Lehigh game in 1975, one of the best football games I've ever seen. Bill Burnham, Lee Pope, Allen at QB, coach McConnell at db, Huther and Rozumek (spelling is terrible) best LB tandem ever at UNH. We tore down the wooden Lehigh goalposts at the end of the game.

I remember watching that game on ABC when they use to cover the Div2 and 3 tourneys That was big time stuff watching the cats on ABC with Bill Flemming I believe doing the play by play. Anyways back to the game at hand

[UNH_BLUE]

3 and out for UMass.

[art vandelay]

UNH is now just pounding this team.

[UNH_BLUE]

UNH is now just pounding this team.

and I'm enjoying every minute of it.

[art vandelay]

and I'm enjoying every minute of it.

true that!

[UNHWildCats]

and I'm enjoying every minute of it.
oh ya! xbowx xbowx xthumbsupx

[Jackman]

It's been so long since someone other than Jennings, Miles or Robinson made a play for this defense that I've forgotten their names. Who plays defensive line for us again?

[UNH_BLUE]

Damn. Flag on the play negates a New Hampshire TD.

[UNHWildCats]

TD Kackert flag

[UNHWildCats]

ugh holding bring it back

[UNH_BLUE]

Wow! TD Boyle. Amazing!!!

[UNHWildCats]

TD BOYLE

[Old Cat Fan]

When does coach Mac. pull the starters? dont want any more injuries

[UNHWildCats]

45-7 UNH

[art vandelay]

When does coach Mac. pull the starters? dont want any more injuries

never against Umass, but point taken probably next series.

[UNH_BLUE]

Towson now leads 'Nova 17-7.

[UNH_BLUE]

UNH is averaging 15 yards a completion

UMass is averaging 3.

[art vandelay]

when was the last time this game was a blowout

[art vandelay]

2002 im assuming

[Jackman]

Amazing inability to tackle.

[Jackman]

Let's onside kick. I don't want to see the defense anymore.

[art vandelay]

Let's onside kick. I don't want to see the defense anymore.

xlolx xlolx xlolx

[Old Cat Fan]

when was the last time this game was a blowout

2002 UNH 31-14
1996 UNH 40-7

[mainejeff]

Not a good day for UMass Athletics.

Field Hockey got knocked out of the NCAA's 3-2 @ Syracuse.

There's always ice hockey. xsmiley_wix

[Old Cat Fan]

Radio man just said they are waiting for a TV time out, don't tell me there is a tv link for this game

[Jackman]

All we need now are 3 onsides kicks, 3 touchdowns, and 3 two-point conversions.

[Old Cat Fan]

TD Mass 45-21

[Jackman]

Good idea, coach. Let's rely on our defense. They're playing so well.

[UNHFootballAlum]

GREAT RUN BY BOYLE

[art vandelay]

that backup TE is good

[Old Cat Fan]

Last and only other time New Hampshire put 50+ against Mass; 1921 UNH 56-7 according to the CFB database.

[WrenFGun]

Yikes. Just got home from that game. I'm not sure what happened to UMass, but they looked terrible. Coen couldn't hit anyone.

Big Win for UNH. Absolute statement game. Big one next week.

[R3TRO]

Boy, that felt good! Still frustrated though with UNH's inability to run out the clock. They continue to get offensive penalties that kill their drives. Thank god they had such a big lead.

xrotatehx

[UNHWildCats]

Yikes. Just got home from that game. I'm not sure what happened to UMass, but they looked terrible. Coen couldn't hit anyone.

Big Win for UNH. Absolute statement game. Big one next week.
that was a quick commute.... or....xeekx xeekx xeekx did u leave early? xnonox xnonox xnonox xnonox xlolx xlolx xlolx xlolx

[WrenFGun]

Heh, had a prior commitment. Glad we were up a ton, though.

[UMass922]

Congrats UNH. Not much else to say. Hopefully this puts you in the playoffs no matter what happens next week, so that a Maine win would put two CAA North teams in the field.

[Old Cat Fan]

Great win by the Cats, now get it done next week and just maybe we will have a home game Thanksgiving weekend xthumbsupx

[rcny46]

Congrats UNH. Not much else to say. Hopefully this puts you in the playoffs no matter what happens next week, so that a Maine win would put two CAA North teams in the field.

It would seem like an impossibility for two teams from the CAA north making it.I think the loser goes home.

[UMass922]

It would seem like an impossibility for two teams from the CAA north making it.I think the loser goes home.

I wouldn't say it's impossible, though it probably will require a few losses by bubble teams around the country. UNH at least has a better shot to still make it with a loss than Maine does, I think.

That said, I do think you guys have a better shot to knock off someone in the playoffs than Maine does.

My ideal scenario is that Maine wins, UNH sneaks in to the field at 8-3, and Holy Cross beats Colgate to give us three New England teams in the playoffs.

[rcny46]

Three teams from NE would be great.I just think that if 3 make it from the SoCon,that would only leave 4 spots for the CAA.Nova and JMU are already in along with either W&M or Richmond.That would leave a spot for one more.

[UMass922]

Three teams from NE would be great.I just think that if 3 make it from the SoCon,that would only leave 4 spots for the CAA.Nova and JMU are already in along with either W&M or Richmond.That would leave a spot for one more.

Yeah, that's probably what it's going to come down to. You're right that three from the SoCon is likely.

[dennisdent]

Wow—congrats to UNH. Guess I'm lucky they didn't have the game on TV up here in Canada. The loss of Hatchel, Walker, and Burris was just too much for the EIGHT returning starters on the d to overcome this season...:o

GO MAINE...go......U...N...H, tough to get the second part out.xsmiley_wix

[19Duke97]

Wow UNH great game, pretty much solidified a berth IMHO

[R3TRO]

What was the deal with Sean Ware today? I don't remember seeing him out there much or even at all.. but they had a closeup of him on the sideline doing sit-ups??? xeyebrowx

[rcny46]

What was the deal with Sean Ware today? I don't remember seeing him out there much or even at all.. but they had a closeup of him on the sideline doing sit-ups??? xeyebrowx

I thought I saw him on the field.

[Umass74]

Congrats to New Hampshire. They flat ran over our asses today.

Good luck in the playoffs.

[KAUMASS]

Congrats to New Hampshire. They flat ran over our asses today.

Good luck in the playoffs.

Second that motion. Not much else to say, except see you next year and nice win.

[Col Hogan]

Congrats to New Hampshire. They flat ran over our asses today.

Good luck in the playoffs.


Second that motion. Not much else to say, except see you next year and nice win.

Might as well chime in...Good luck UNH...you didn't just win today...you dominated...keep it up into the playoffs...

[VT Wildcat Fan53]

One word from a veteran UNH-ite: WOW!

[Minuteman87]

Man, I am glad I didn't pay good money to see that debacle. I am not surprised UNH won. I am surprised by how much they dominated. UMass had no heart. Maine-UNH should be a barnburner. Meanwhile, I now have doubts UMass can beat Hofstra next week after what they did to NU.

[WrenFGun]

Thanks for the kind words, UMass fans!

Next week will be a barnburner. As far as resumes go, this win solidified UNH as having one of the best sixteen resumes for inclusion in the playoffs, though that may not matter as there are six teams still alive from the CAA, with both Richmond and UNH having possible at-large aspirations if they lose (though at 4 losses, Richmond would be pretty unlikely, even with the elite GPI).

Frankly, I don't want to leave it up to the committee. Win, they're in.