Northern Iowa (6-1) at Bison (7-0) 10/29/2011 ARMAGEDDON

[TheBisonator]

(I posted this on NDSU's board)

Just wanted to start this thread to see where everyone stands on this one.

Confidentially, I don't feel good about this one. I'm REALLY not feeling good bout it. It's like, if we're good enough to be a 4-8 Big Ten team, they're good enough to be a 6-6 Big Ten team. It's like those two types of B1G teams facing each other and the 4-8 team not feeling good coming into that one.

What does everyone think?? Thing is SOLD OUT TO THE HILT, so NDSU fans BETTER bring the noise and the pain and the hurtness all in one for this one. 19,000+ in the Dome this Saturday, hopefully very few of them are knitters, nappers and book readers

My prediction:

One of these teams 34
The other one 31

[darell1976]

If NDSU beats UNI...I think NDSU deserves #1 in the polls.

[TheBisonator]

If NDSU beats UNI...I think NDSU deserves #1 in the polls.

Depends on what GSU does with App State. If both GSU and the Bison win, GSU/NDSU will be 1-2. If GSU loses and the Bison win, NDSU is the new Man On The Silver Mountain. If NDSU loses, I just hope we can somehow stay around #5 or 6.

[darell1976]

Depends on what GSU does with App State. If both GSU and the Bison win, GSU/NDSU will be 1-2. If GSU loses and the Bison win, NDSU is the new Man On The Silver Mountain. If NDSU loses, I just hope we can somehow stay around #5 or 6.

I look at it this way App St is 6/8 in the polls, UNI is 2....I think NDSU dethrones GSU even if both win.

[TheBisonator]

I look at it this way App St is 6/8 in the polls, UNI is 2....I think NDSU dethrones GSU even if both win.

GSU's overall "wins resume" up till today is somewhat better than NDSU's. GSU has been beating teams in their conference from almost everywhere in the standings chart. NDSU has beaten the #9, #8, #7 and #3 MVFC teams. (The Ill State win is looking better and better every week)

[darell1976]

GSU's overall "wins resume" up till today is somewhat better than NDSU's. GSU has been beating teams in their conference from almost everywhere in the standings chart. NDSU has beaten the #9, #8, #7 and #3 MVFC teams. (The Ill State win is looking better and better every week)

Fair enough...I just know there are going to be a ton of people in town for this one!

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

19K + for the game on saturday....could break the FD record crowd.

It will be interesting to see how we defend Rennie. Our Tampa-2 will yield some yards against the run IMO. Our secondary is good so hopefully the passing game will not be a factor for them.

If Brock has another 20-25 day (like today) we win.

Bison 28-20

[darell1976]

Saturday's weather...sunny 50-55. Enjoy the pregame!

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Saturday's weather...sunny 50-55. Enjoy the pregame!


Watched the UND game while listening to the Bison game on radio.

Goska is a lot better dual threat QB. The UND coaches should keep him in for the rest of the season. He is a big QB that is a good runner.....not too bad as a thrower. He's a senior so who knows what the coaches will do.

[darell1976]

Watched the UND game while listening to the Bison game on radio.

Goska is a lot better dual threat QB. The UND coaches should keep him in for the rest of the season. He is a big QB that is a good runner.....not too bad as a thrower. He's a senior so who knows what the coaches will do.

Any chance we can borrow Jensen... say during our UC Davis and USD games....our passing game is *****. How was the attendance at the SDSU game??

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Any chance we can borrow Jensen... say during our UC Davis and USD games....our passing game is *****. How was the attendance at the SDSU game??


I don't have the stats in front of me but I thought Goska had pretty good stats. He threw that pick to end the game and the dropped ball by the receiver was pretty bad but I thought he did pretty well.

[FargoBison]

This game will probably set an attendance record....Standing room only tickets are all that is left.

[clenz]

I bought tickets tonight....My wife and I will be there.....

[heath]

This is like Frisco a few months early. The winner should be an early favorite to make the trip to Texas, but thats why we play the game. Good luck to bothxnodx

[ngineer]

This should be a classic 'slobberknocker'! My pick is the "standard" 3 pt home field advantage on one like this. Turnover could well determine outcome.

[Professor Chaos]

(I posted this on NDSU's board)

Just wanted to start this thread to see where everyone stands on this one.

Confidentially, I don't feel good about this one. I'm REALLY not feeling good bout it. It's like, if we're good enough to be a 4-8 Big Ten team, they're good enough to be a 6-6 Big Ten team. It's like those two types of B1G teams facing each other and the 4-8 team not feeling good coming into that one.

What does everyone think?? Thing is SOLD OUT TO THE HILT, so NDSU fans BETTER bring the noise and the pain and the hurtness all in one for this one. 19,000+ in the Dome this Saturday, hopefully very few of them are knitters, nappers and book readers

My prediction:

One of these teams 34
The other one 31
I hope this is one of those reverse jinx things you're trying. Sure, UNI is good but it's not like the Bison have no business being on the same field as them. UNI has shown they have chinks in the armor over the last couple weeks just like the Bison have over the course of the season. I expect a pretty evenly matched game and I love that this game is in Fargo. I think the home field will be a big lift for our guys and hopefully give them a little extra juice that could be the difference.

Couple keys to this game from my perspective:
1) Can NDSU get pressure on Rennie? NDSU didn't get much pressure at all on Sumner today until we started blitzing but blitzing against a mega-athletic QB like Rennie can be suicide because if he gets by the blitzers he'll have a lot of green to work with and he's a nightmare to tackle in the open field. NDSU faced a similar challenge in Marquiese Gray from Minnesota which they handled well but Rennie is a more polished passer than Gray is (it's pretty tough not to be).
2) UNI's front 7 against NDSU's O-line: the Bison have been very inconsistent on the O-line and UNI's front 7 is beastly. If the Bison can't get the running game going or give Jensen time to pass its going to be tough to win this one.
3) Can UNI convert in the red zone? The Bison D has been rock solid in the red zone this year and UNI will have to get TDs rather than FGs to win this game on the road.
4) Who wins the turnover battle and who wins on 3rd down? In games that come down to two evenly matched squads turnovers and 3rd down offense/defense are the big differentiator.

[X-Factor]

So the winner of this game should have a strong case for #1 ranking. I can't wait. 2 respectable teams with great fan bases, what is not to like.

[Drblankstare]

The key will be if the bison can stop Rennie from scrabbling. My guess would be alot of spy from the bison D.

[Grizo406]

As popular, loved, and sophisticated as I am, I can not say/stress how much I want the Panthers of Northern Iowa to win this game!

"Hail our Panthers we are ever loyal,
Showing strength and unity.
As we rise we firmly stand behind you,
Urge you onto victory!
RAH! RAH! RAH!

As you lead us onto fame and honor,
FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT!
Will be our cry.
So give us a yell (ho!)
the Purple and the Gold,
Victory for UNI!
U-N-I Fight!
U-N-I Fight!"

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I hope this is one of those reverse jinx things you're trying. Sure, UNI is good but it's not like the Bison have no business being on the same field as them. UNI has shown they have chinks in the armor over the last couple weeks just like the Bison have over the course of the season. I expect a pretty evenly matched game and I love that this game is in Fargo. I think the home field will be a big lift for our guys and hopefully give them a little extra juice that could be the difference.

Couple keys to this game from my perspective:
1) Can NDSU get pressure on Rennie? NDSU didn't get much pressure at all on Sumner today until we started blitzing but blitzing against a mega-athletic QB like Rennie can be suicide because if he gets by the blitzers he'll have a lot of green to work with and he's a nightmare to tackle in the open field. NDSU faced a similar challenge in Marquiese Gray from Minnesota which they handled well but Rennie is a more polished passer than Gray is (it's pretty tough not to be).
2) UNI's front 7 against NDSU's O-line: the Bison have been very inconsistent on the O-line and UNI's front 7 is beastly. If the Bison can't get the running game going or give Jensen time to pass its going to be tough to win this one.
3) Can UNI convert in the red zone? The Bison D has been rock solid in the red zone this year and UNI will have to get TDs rather than FGs to win this game on the road.
4) Who wins the turnover battle and who wins on 3rd down? In games that come down to two evenly matched squads turnovers and 3rd down offense/defense are the big differentiator.


I pretty much agree. My guess is that NDSU will sit back in their Tampa-2 w/o blitzing a lot. They have not blitzed a lot this year and Rennie can kill you with his feet.

If Brock has a game (20-25) like at SDSU, the Bison will win this. The last time UNI was in the FD, the Bison offense moved the ball up and down the field....our defense was horrible. This time around the defense is light years ahead and the offense is even better than 09.

Ya, turnovers and field position will be huge. Hopefully Voitlander has a big game...if he is needed.

Bison 28-20

[blueballs]

So the winner of this game should have a strong case for #1 ranking. I can't wait. 2 respectable teams with great fan bases, what is not to like.

Not if Georgia Southern wins in Boone... sorry.

However, these are two VERY good teams and are no doubt among the handful of serious title contenders.

[semobison]

I hope this is one of those reverse jinx things you're trying. Sure, UNI is good but it's not like the Bison have no business being on the same field as them. UNI has shown they have chinks in the armor over the last couple weeks just like the Bison have over the course of the season. I expect a pretty evenly matched game and I love that this game is in Fargo. I think the home field will be a big lift for our guys and hopefully give them a little extra juice that could be the difference.

Couple keys to this game from my perspective:
1) Can NDSU get pressure on Rennie? NDSU didn't get much pressure at all on Sumner today until we started blitzing but blitzing against a mega-athletic QB like Rennie can be suicide because if he gets by the blitzers he'll have a lot of green to work with and he's a nightmare to tackle in the open field. NDSU faced a similar challenge in Marquiese Gray from Minnesota which they handled well but Rennie is a more polished passer than Gray is (it's pretty tough not to be).
2) UNI's front 7 against NDSU's O-line: the Bison have been very inconsistent on the O-line and UNI's front 7 is beastly. If the Bison can't get the running game going or give Jensen time to pass its going to be tough to win this one.
3) Can UNI convert in the red zone? The Bison D has been rock solid in the red zone this year and UNI will have to get TDs rather than FGs to win this game on the road.
4) Who wins the turnover battle and who wins on 3rd down? In games that come down to two evenly matched squads turnovers and 3rd down offense/defense are the big differentiator.

Nice breakdown Professor! # 2, their front seven dominated us in last years game! I had never seen a defense disrupt a Bison offense quite like that! We had -40 net yards rushing and were sacked 11 times! The O line needs to buck up and hold its own in this years game!

[WrenFGun]

If NDSU beats UNI...I think NDSU deserves #1 in the polls.

100% agree. Far better resume. NDSU is the #1 team already, but this would cement it.

[Ronin]

I think you're 31-34 score prediction will be very close to the spread. Wish I could be there.

[GaSouthern]

Give up on the #1 stuff, we'll see you in the playoffs. Nobody is getting leap-frogged unless GSU gets beat.

[Ronin]

OK, just woke up from last night's game at UNI vs SIU. Yes the tailgating etc. takes it's toll.

For UNI the pro is: Our QB has started passing, adding another dimension to his attack. The play calling from offense has improved and our defense bends, but rarely breaks.
Now the Cons: Catch the damn ball. We had too many passes dropped in the game. Offensive line needs to play with some intensity, the lost the battle the first half of the game with a lot of 3 and out. I am not sure the O picked up a first down on their own (no penalty).

The game coming up will be the best of the year in terms of match-up. The Bison are a good crowd and I would love to see their dome, but I can't justify driving 8-9 hours and having our tickets split in the end zone. My father is well into his 70's and I prefer to keep an eye on the guy, even during the game.

[Gil Dobie]

If I make it up to North Dakota, it will be for the HS playoffs, my nephew's team plays at the same time. Probably be checking scores though, should be a good game.

[Drblankstare]

It should be the best crowd of the year. I just hope the Bison can start early and get the crowd going.

[Professor Chaos]

Another interesting undertone to this game is whether or not Craig Bohl and the rest of the NDSU coaching staff is keeping this little chip on their shoulder regarding UNI's HC Mark Farley talking about Chris Klieman leaving UNI for NDSU:



"They try to find out what the heck you're doing from inside, and they try to buy their way to some wins," said Farley.


http://wcfcourier.com/sports/college/uni/football/article_5d957c2c-5eb0-11e0-b1cd-001cc4c03286.html

I'd tend to think that this quote hasn't been forgotten by the NDSU coaching staff and they'll be putting in the extra effort this week on the gameplan and getting the players ready for this one.

I think it's safe to say that the fans of these two schools don't like each other, the players don't like each other, and even the coaches don't like each other. That's a recipe for some entertaining football.

[chattownmocs]

1 vs 2 IMO

[DOME]

Crowd sucked yesterday for the SIU game. I mean is Iowa beating Indiana or ISU getting beat by A&M really that much more exciting? I mean the Dome was quiet. Whats worse is I tried to go to Sharky's at 9:00pm for old times sake and there wasn't a soul in there. Tear.

Coaches better have a serious sitdown talk about these butter fingers. Both dropped passes and fumbles?

Should be a mega game. I wouldn't be surprised to see a low scoring game though. 17-10 Ferocious Predators over Cows

[ValleyChamp]

Pretty big time game right here. #2 vs #3 doesn't happen all that often. Although, I know UNI and SIU have had a couple top 5 ranked games in the past few years.

Going to be a tough game for UNI to win, IMO. NDSU is putting a lot stock into this game, as they should after getting beat 3 times in a row. This is going to be the biggest game in the history of their stadium, and I expect the place will be as rowdy as it ever has been. I see this game as being a pretty low scoring defensive battle.

Panthers definitely have a good enough team to go in and win a game like this, but I would not expect it.

[Ronin]

I don't know about that. I've had dinner with Bison fans and spent half time discussing the game. The rivalry is rather new between UNI and NDSU. Our traditional rival has been SIU.

[UNIFanSince1983]

We don't really have a traditional rival. I think our rival is just the other team that challenges for Valley championships year in and year out. The last couple of years that has been NDSU. Prior to that it was SIU. You really don't have to go back too far to find SIU in the cellar of the Gateway every year. The big game in the mid 90s was Bear Week. You could argue that back then WIU was big rival because they were the team going neck and neck with us for championships. This new rivalry seems to be more steeped in dislike than any of the previous ones were though (of course maybe I just never saw the dislike before). It seems like the Coaches, Players, and fans generally do not like each other.

[Gil Dobie]

Even back in the DII days when UNI was in the NCC, this game didn't mean that much as, NDSU dominated the last 20 years before UNI left. Now that Darrell Mudra has infected UNI with a winning tradition, 2 of his projects are now playing for a National Ranking. Darrell is probably sitting somewhere feeling very satisfied.

[Strommer10]

We don't really have a traditional rival. I think our rival is just the other team that challenges for Valley championships year in and year out. The last couple of years that has been NDSU. Prior to that it was SIU. You really don't have to go back too far to find SIU in the cellar of the Gateway every year. The big game in the mid 90s was Bear Week. You could argue that back then WIU was big rival because they were the team going neck and neck with us for championships. This new rivalry seems to be more steeped in dislike than any of the previous ones were though (of course maybe I just never saw the dislike before). It seems like the Coaches, Players, and fans generally do not like each other.
This is an absolute fact. Especially after Klieman bolted to NDSU. Should be an another exciting storyline xthumbsupx

[Houndawg]

I think the intangibles are with the Bison - home field, UNI more likely to be flat after a rival game.

SIU lost to both highly ranked teams in low scoring games that were in doubt until the final series.

NDSU - 9 first downs, Sixty yds. rushing, 3-15 on 3rd down, 210 yds offense.

UNI - 15 first downs, 121 yds. rushing, 4-13 on 3rd down, 288 yds. offense.

passing was about equal, 150 yds. and just under 170 yards.

SIU offense vs. NDSU - 17 first downs, 128 yds. rushing, six/sixteen on 3rd down, 297 yds. offense

SIU offense vs UNI - 12 first downs, 15 yds rushing, 3/13 on 3rd down, 212 yds. offense


athleticism - UNI

mojo - NDSU

[BisonFan02]

I think the intangibles are with the Bison - home field, UNI more likely to be flat after a rival game.

SIU lost to both highly ranked teams in low scoring games that were in doubt until the final series.

NDSU - 9 first downs, Sixty yds. rushing, 3-15 on 3rd down, 210 yds offense.

UNI - 15 first downs, 121 yds. rushing, 4-13 on 3rd down, 288 yds. offense.

passing was about equal, 150 yds. and just under 170 yards.

SIU offense vs. NDSU - 17 first downs, 128 yds. rushing, six/sixteen on 3rd down, 297 yds. offense

SIU offense vs UNI - 12 first downs, 15 yds rushing, 3/13 on 3rd down, 212 yds. offense


athleticism - UNI

mojo - NDSU

Disclaimer - NDSU played SIU on the road where UNI played SIU at home.

[NDB]

the correct term for NDSU isn't mojo, it's snort.

[Houndawg]

Disclaimer - NDSU played SIU on the road where UNI played SIU at home.

And six starters missed UNI, more than missed NDSU. I was using us a common opponent comparison for the offenses. Can't really compare the defenses against our cupcake offense, and home field isn't much of a factor for us this season. Based on our games I would expect UNI/NDSU to be a low-scoring affair.

[clenz]

Disclaimer - NDSU played SIU on the road where UNI played SIU at home.
True, but when it comes to SIU/UNI it doesn't really matter where it is played....it will be close...9 of the last 11 have been decided by 7 points or less.

[BisonFan02]

True, but when it comes to SIU/UNI it doesn't really matter where it is played....it will be close...9 of the last 11 have been decided by 7 points or less.

True, and maybe it isn't as big of a deal (especially this year). I just remember (don't know the exact W and L totals), but coming out of Carbondale with a conference victory has always been tough (especially for NDSU since joining the Valley).

[UNI Pike]

What is the range of NDSU's PK? I see that he has been making a number of kicks so far, but I didn't see any distances noted.

UNI's PK Sievertsen is definitely a notch above Billy Hallgren's performance last year. He has already hit 2 48 yard FG. From the kicks I have seen, I think his range is +/- 55 (LOS 38). He has been remarkably accurate so far. Down side is that he has not been able to get a touch-back all year (someone correct me if I am wrong about that).

[Thundar]

What is the range of NDSU's PK? I see that he has been making a number of kicks so far, but I didn't see any distances noted.

UNI's PK Sievertsen is definitely a notch above Billy Hallgren's performance last year. He has already hit 2 48 yard FG. From the kicks I have seen, I think his range is +/- 55 (LOS 38). He has been remarkably accurate so far. Down side is that he has not been able to get a touch-back all year (someone correct me if I am wrong about that).

Believe Jastrom Hit a 48 yd'er against Minnesota, and has a couple 35's but could be wrong

[Strommer10]

What is the range of NDSU's PK? I see that he has been making a number of kicks so far, but I didn't see any distances noted.

UNI's PK Sievertsen is definitely a notch above Billy Hallgren's performance last year. He has already hit 2 48 yard FG. From the kicks I have seen, I think his range is +/- 55 (LOS 38). He has been remarkably accurate so far. Down side is that he has not been able to get a touch-back all year (someone correct me if I am wrong about that).
Jastram could hit from 55. He has the leg, but Bohl wouldn't let him. 50 is within his range and anything outside of that, I would believe Bohl would either keep the offense on the field or punt.

[JSUBison]

Believe Jastrom Hit a 48 yd'er against Minnesota, and has a couple 35's but could be wrong

Jazz hit a 51 yarder against RMU last year. I think it's his career long, but haven't looked.

[FargoBison]

What is the range of NDSU's PK? I see that he has been making a number of kicks so far, but I didn't see any distances noted.

UNI's PK Sievertsen is definitely a notch above Billy Hallgren's performance last year. He has already hit 2 48 yard FG. From the kicks I have seen, I think his range is +/- 55 (LOS 38). He has been remarkably accurate so far. Down side is that he has not been able to get a touch-back all year (someone correct me if I am wrong about that).

He's got a leg but he is prone to a random bad kick every once and a while. I think he could hit from 55, his kickoffs have been very solid as of late(he had a few touchbacks vs SDSU).

[Professor Chaos]

What is the range of NDSU's PK? I see that he has been making a number of kicks so far, but I didn't see any distances noted.

UNI's PK Sievertsen is definitely a notch above Billy Hallgren's performance last year. He has already hit 2 48 yard FG. From the kicks I have seen, I think his range is +/- 55 (LOS 38). He has been remarkably accurate so far. Down side is that he has not been able to get a touch-back all year (someone correct me if I am wrong about that).
Jastram has the leg to kick 50+ yard FGs but his accuracy is inconsistent. Case in point, in that Minnesota game he kicked a 48 harder but then shanked a 35 yarder later in the game.

[UNI Pike]

Watching Sievertsen's PK, I can't figure out how he doesn't reach the end zone on kickoffs. The last 48 FG hit the net about 2/3-3/4 the way up the goal posts. He has missed 1 attempt so far this year that was from about 45, but everything else has been dead center.

[bisonguy]

He's got a leg but he is prone to a random bad kick every once and a while. I think he could hit from 55, his kickoffs have been very solid as of late(he had a few touchbacks vs SDSU).


He had five touchbacks out of seven kickoffs at SDSU.

[Strommer10]

He had five touchbacks out of seven kickoffs at SDSU.
No doubt in his leg, accuracy has been more of the issue than anything else for Jazzy.

[DJKyR0]

Jazzy put one through the uprights on a kickoff near the end of the St. Francis game. That was straight-up disgusting. He's got the strength to hit from 55 but his accuracy is suspect, even on XP's.

[THE HERD]

The Bison are going to have to set up the run with the passing game and probably will need to basically substitute the short passing game for the running game to get a W in this one. Panther fans.....what are you guys giving up on the ground on average?.......the only back who did any damage was Bell right? The difference in this one may be the fact that we actually have a capable passing game this year.......the last three years we have not. Hopefully Bohl moves Richards back to center for this one to take on Boothby, cuz he ate Lund for lunch last year, but our whole O-line got dominated last year, so if we can't block any better than last year nothing else will really matter. It would be awesome if we get Vraa back at WR for this one, last I heard it was a possibility. This will be one that Jensen will have to win with his arm and he is completing over 70% of his passes this year, so as long as we can keep him upright, he is capable of doing that. What say you?

[Mountain Panther]

UNI wins it in the trenches, 24-14.

[THE HERD]

It all comes down to how our O-line handles your D-line. If we can give Jensen a little time to throw and average at least 3.5 per carry Bison win, but if Jensen is running for his life most of the time and we average less than 3 yds a carry, obviously the Kitties win.

[Pard4Life]

Go Bison! And I bet the Lehigh fans are going for UNI... how.. telling... NDSU has been my AGS #1 since week three.

[Woody Hayes]

I really think that the bison will be out matched by UNIs speed.

[Houndawg]

I really think that the bison will be out matched by UNIs speed.

We've lost to both of them, I think UNI is quicker, especially at RB and the better team, but that's why they play..


As I predicted last year, the MVC is much stronger this year and I think it will show in the playoffs.

[Woody Hayes]

We've lost to both of them, I think UNI is quicker, especially at RB and the better team, but that's why they play..


As I predicted last year, the MVC is much stronger this year and I think it will show in the playoffs.


UNIs Jarred herring won the 100 meter dash Anderson won the 60 and they were both on the 4x100 team that made nationals along with saftey wilmont wellington

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I really think that the bison will be out matched by UNIs speed.


We'll see come saturday. Bison have some speed also.

Win or lose, there are 3 more games after this one for both teams. Illinois State and Youngstown are going to be tough for UNI. The Bison have Indiana State and Youngstown....both will be tough.

[Woody Hayes]

We'll see come saturday. Bison have some speed also.

Win or lose, there are 3 more games after this one for both teams. Illinois State and Youngstown are going to be tough for UNI. The Bison have Indiana State and Youngstown....both will be tough.

I agree that the bison do have speed but not the speed that UNI has we have 3 ncaa all americans. But this will be a great game this weekend. Indiana State will be a huge trap game for the bison Shakir Bell is a FREAK

[BisonBohl]

We've lost to both of them, I think UNI is quicker, especially at RB and the better team, but that's why they play..


As I predicted last year, the MVC is much stronger this year and I think it will show in the playoffs.

surprise...surprise

Its going to be an outstanding game and the Dome will be rocking....CANT WAIT

[344Johnson]

I have little-no doubt that NDSU will be overmatched in the speed department. If NDSU wins this game, it won't be because we have better athletes in Fargo, it will be because we played better football. An interesting thing is, both of these offenses can be shut down. SIU put the clamps on both teams..although in the 2nd half of each of the games the offenses finally found some flow.

Won't be surprised one way or the other, I got a pretty good feeling about this game. But one thing is certain, whoever wins probably doesn't want to see the other one in the playoffs. I think Jensen is the difference. Keeps drives alive with his arm and avoids interceptions, I think NDSU is faster this year than last year, and that shows in the run defense. NDSU moves the ball well enough to squeak out a close one(Shocker, a Bison fan picks his team to win).

I think Rennie throws his first pick of the season probably on some weird play where he doesn't see someone or Marcus Williams just makes a play on the ball.

NDSU 21
UNI 17

Rushing
NDSU 138
UNI 162

Passing
NDSU 205
UNI 226

Turnovers
NDSU- 1
UNI - 1

[UNIFanSince1983]

I am a little bit concerned because Jordan Smith and Garrett Scott are injured. I know Scott's backup filled in very well, but still we are going to need both guys. Unfortunately it sounds like Smith will not be able to play.

[Woody Hayes]

I am a little bit concerned because Jordan Smith and Garrett Scott are injured. I know Scott's backup filled in very well, but still we are going to need both guys. Unfortunately it sounds like Smith will not be able to play.

I have heard from a very good source that garrett scott will be able to go. Smiths back up has started before so i think we will be fine.

[stevdock]

I think it will flat out come down to special teams and turnovers. Whose special teams unit is going to be special and who is going to make a mistake?? Also I think that even a +1 in the turnover department for the game may be the difference between winning and losing.

[Woody Hayes]

I think it will flat out come down to special teams and turnovers. Whose special teams unit is going to be special and who is going to make a mistake?? Also I think that even a +1 in the turnover department for the game may be the difference between winning and losing.

I have heard that jensen tends to make mistakes when scrambling is that true?

[BisonFan02]

I have heard that jensen tends to make mistakes when scrambling is that true?

Jensen occasionally just needs to get the ball out of his hands instead of running around/taking sacks, but I would say no to the mistakes. He's only thrown 1 pick all year.

[Woody Hayes]

Jensen occasionally just needs to get the ball out of his hands instead of running around/taking sacks, but I would say no to the mistakes. He's only thrown 1 pick all year.

That sounds like what rennie did last year alot. when you see rennie this weekend you will be very impressed by how much he has improved i think he is most definatly a gamebreaker this week.

[DJKyR0]

I have heard that jensen tends to make mistakes when scrambling is that true?

A year ago this was true but Brock is in a completely different dimension from last season. Very composed, very aware, very capable.

[BisonBohl]

A year ago this was true but Brock is in a completely different dimension from last season. Very composed, very aware, very capable.


My only knock on Jensen is sometimes he takes on to many hits and tries to do to much when runs. First off his health is far to important to the team and I always worry about fumbles with Qbs running.

[Woody Hayes]

My only knock on Jensen is sometimes he takes on to many hits and tries to do to much when runs. First off his health is far to important to the team and I always worry about fumbles with Qbs running.

Well when he plays the panthers hes going to have to be very careful with that with Boothby and LJ gunnin at him on that concrete covered by a little carpet.

[LakesBison]

Brock isnt afraid to take on anyone, and he's not worried about getting hurt. Our Backup QB would be just fine.

as long as there is no cheap shots by the UNI THUGS, he'll be allright.

[Woody Hayes]

Brock isnt afraid to take on anyone, and he's not worried about getting hurt. Our Backup QB would be just fine.

as long as there is no cheap shots by the UNI THUGS, he'll be allright.

Like the cheap shot on the side line by pat paschil when he punched LJ Fort?

[LakesBison]

Yea, to protect himself from when LJ FORT slammed him into the brick wall and pinned him?? that was protection woody!

[Woody Hayes]

Yea, to protect himself from when LJ FORT slammed him into the brick wall and pinned him?? that was protection woody!

Or when LJ was finishing a play and ran on to the side line and mr paschil was upset that he would lose to the panthers again so he punched him.

[MplsBison]

UNI is the #1 team in the conference unless NDSU can beat them.

Just strikes me odd that so few people come to UNI home games.

[ValleyChamp]

UNI is the #1 team in the conference unless NDSU can beat them.

Just strikes me odd that so few people come to UNI home games.

Averaging over 16K this year, which is near capacity. Already have had 1 sellout this year.

Even in down years, UNI averages minimum of 12-13K, which still would be top 20 in the country.

[Woody Hayes]

Averaging over 16K, which is near capacity. Already have had 1 sellout this year.

It also so happens we have 2 FBS teams to contend with for attendance and not just UND

[No_Skill]

It also so happens we have 2 FBS teams to contend with for attendance and not just UND

Iowa also has 5 times the population of North Dakota.

Regardless, we both have good teams and we both have good fanbases.

[Woody Hayes]

Iowa also has 5 times the population of North Dakota.

Regardless, we both have good teams and we both have good fanbases.

Also, North Dakota isnt a state
xrolleyesx

[No_Skill]

Also, North Dakota isnt a state
xrolleyesx

Careful, this is heading for a Citdog secessionist conversation.

[Lakes Bison]

Lakesbiso you are jaded and really don't have a clue do you?

[LakesBison]

Im JADED? youre the one that copied my username. Mods, this is clearly some disgruntled "other team" fan, go ahead and delete them.

back to the game, great article http://www.inforum.com/event/article/id/338348/group/Sports/ on LT Billy Turner, his bro played for UNI, good stuff

[LakesBison]

Billy Turner is good friends with uni players isnt he? should be a great battle, i got my student tickets only 400 left

[Woody Hayes]

I love the quote in the artice 40 and 11 will always be on my mind.

[NDB]

The o line was an embarrassment. They looked like they didn't have a damn clue.

We should have lost by 30 last year not 7.

[Woody Hayes]

The o line was an embarrassment. They looked like they didn't have a damn clue.

We should have lost by 30 last year not 7.

I hope the oline will be the same our Dline is a force to be reckon with it will be a good one

[unigriff]

man, saturday can not get here soon enough!!!!...its only Thursday? really....mannnn!

[BISON Thunder]

Former UNI quarterback (and former Fargo South QB) Chris Berg, is now a talk show host for 1100 AM The Flag, located in Fargo. Berg will be discussing this weeks NDSU/UNI game with another former Panther quarterback, Kurt Warner...in a few minutes (Thursday, 9:30 am). Link is below...

http://www.wethepeoplewithchrisberg.com/

[Professor Chaos]

Kitty fans, does UNI play strictly a 3-4 defensive front or do they mix it up with 3-4 and 4-3 fronts?

I ask because I'm guessing the Bison are going to be starting big #63 Austin Richard at Center this game instead of Left Guard to get him on the head up on Boothby since he plays better head up on a D lineman than the normal starting Center, Joe Lund, does. So I could see UNI switching defensive fronts off and on throughout the game to further hinder the NDSU O-line moreso than they would've already been.

[LakesBison]

http://wcfcourier.com/sports/college/uni/football/uni-kicker-sievertsen-facing-charges/article_eaacb772-0047-11e1-a65c-001cc4c002e0.html

UNI's KICKER should miss ndsu game, if farley had any class.

[Dgreenwell3]

http://wcfcourier.com/sports/college/uni/football/uni-kicker-sievertsen-facing-charges/article_eaacb772-0047-11e1-a65c-001cc4c002e0.html

UNI's KICKER should miss ndsu game, if farley had any class.
In defense here, there could have been a misunderstanding or a violation by the officer in the offense. Happens pretty regularly, if he dealt with it internally I am ok with it!

[LakesBison]

just like farley "suspended" 3 kids after the NDSU game too huh?

[NDB]

I forgot about that one. That was pretty lame.

[ValleyChamp]

just like farley "suspended" 3 kids after the NDSU game too huh?

Completely false. You continue to say this. There is no truth behind it.

Besides the fact that it isn't true, why in God's name would Farley not suspend players for NDSU, yet suspend them for the following weeks when we played better teams. The two weeks after NDSU, we played SFA and Iowa State.

You are a child.

[LakesBison]

coach bohl told the teammakers luncheon the THURSDAY before the game "farley has 3 suspended kids that are playing vs NDSU, they will be suspended after the NDSU game"

[NDB]

It was also in the press.

[Dgreenwell3]

coach bohl told the teammakers luncheon the THURSDAY before the game "farley has 3 suspended kids that are playing vs NDSU, they will be suspended after the NDSU game"

Point being? Those years they played better teams than NDSU that year. Gotta agree with ValleyChamp here, Farley has been a class act while at UNI.

[Lakes Bison]

That is in the past. You guys tend to want to live in the past all the time.

[Professor Chaos]

That is in the past. You guys tend to want to live in the past all the time.
Some Bison fans love bringing up stories of D2 glory just like some Panther fans love bringing up the fact that NDSU hasn't done anything special at "their" level yet. Neither makes a bit of difference in terms of what will happen on the field come Saturday.

[strike00]

coach bohl told the teammakers luncheon the THURSDAY before the game "farley has 3 suspended kids that are playing vs NDSU, they will be suspended after the NDSU game"

you can keep saying it all you want, it simply didn't happen.

[LakesBison]

yes it did, you needed all hands on deck for NDSU. just like your drunken kicker getting arrested, im sure he'll play vs ndsu on saturday right?

[Dgreenwell3]

yes it did, you needed all hands on deck for NDSU. just like your drunken kicker getting arrested, im sure he'll play vs ndsu on saturday right?

I know it's hard to believe but what people tell you isn't always the truth. People are never the supervillians some try to make them out to be, you have see thru some crap.

[ValleyChamp]

Give us the names of the suspended players lakes.

[LakesBison]

whoever wasnt playin in game 3 last year I guess, I heard it from Bohl and it was on fargo tv sports, sorry

[UNI Pike]

The three guys on the grassy knoll - ya' that's it

[UNI Pike]

Kitty fans, does UNI play strictly a 3-4 defensive front or do they mix it up with 3-4 and 4-3 fronts?

I ask because I'm guessing the Bison are going to be starting big #63 Austin Richard at Center this game instead of Left Guard to get him on the head up on Boothby since he plays better head up on a D lineman than the normal starting Center, Joe Lund, does. So I could see UNI switching defensive fronts off and on throughout the game to further hinder the NDSU O-line moreso than they would've already been.

To answer your question, they will play both, same as last year. Technically, it was a 3-4 last year, with a LB cheating down on the line. NDSU had Richards playing center last year, BTW. I was just watching some of the replay, #63 was playing center for the 1st half that I scanned through.

[Professor Chaos]

To answer your question, they will play both, same as last year. Technically, it was a 3-4 last year, with a LB cheating down on the line. NDSU had Richards playing center last year, BTW. I was just watching some of the replay, #63 was playing center for the 1st half that I scanned through.
That's correct. After the UNI game last year Richard was moved to LG. We started two true frosh the next week in Jesse Hinz at C and Billy Turner at RT. A lot of people attributed DJ McNorton's monster season to the improved line play those moves facilitated. This year Hinz is a backup with Lund moving to the C spot and Turner has moved to LT. I won't say that Richard will be able handle Boothby but he's the best we've got on the interior line to make an attempt at it.

[UNI Pike]

From what I saw of the replay, Boothby was primarily lining up on the right side/strong side (1st half at least).

[UNIFanSince1983]

yes it did, you needed all hands on deck for NDSU. just like your drunken kicker getting arrested, im sure he'll play vs ndsu on saturday right?

He pled not guilty. I think, like everyone else in the country, he is entitled to his due process. If he gets convicted then I could see suspending him, until then I don't see any reason why he should be suspended.

[LakesBison]

yea. he just a kicker, he'll be heckled beyond all recongition from section 20-21 sideline.. WOOO!!


love this picture DJKIRO!!! UNI PANSIES. love the pink bow

http://www.bisonville.com/forum/showthread.php?25228-Operation-8-false-start-penalties&p=545313#post545313

[jmufan999]

I'd be lying if I said I have seen either team this year. But I really DO care who wins. I think it's pretty obvious that both are playoff teams. THANK YOU for not playing any D-II teams. I hate that crap. I see that both teams are playing on ESPN3 in the next few weeks. I'll be watching both games, and studying them carefully if JMU makes the playoffs. We could be on the road to either of your places in the 1st/2nd round.

[TheBisonator]

I'd be lying if I said I have seen either team this year. But I really DO care who wins. I think it's pretty obvious that both are playoff teams. THANK YOU for not playing any D-II teams. I hate that crap. I see that both teams are playing on ESPN3 in the next few weeks. I'll be watching both games, and studying them carefully if JMU makes the playoffs. We could be on the road to either of your places in the 1st/2nd round.

Yeah, we play Indiana State next week on The Tres. Will be another ***** of a game to win.

[jmufan999]

Yeah, we play Indiana State next week on The Tres. Will be another ***** of a game to win.

You will CRUSH ISU and you know it. I won't allow that false modesty here.

You might lose this Saturday, though. Not sure, both great teams from what I hear.

[Dgreenwell3]

You will CRUSH ISU and you know it. I won't allow that false modesty here.

You might lose this Saturday, though. Not sure, both great teams from what I hear.

You really haven't watched the valley this year have you?

[clenz]

The suspension thing is false, look st the player participation for the ndsu game and then the sfa, isi, and whoever the 4th game was...I've done it before, because lakes likes to bring this up...it isn't possible unless they were players that didn't play against ndsu our the rest of the year.


Oh, and Sievertsen is 21 and was apparently walking back to his dorm...and we have played a game since then so if he was going to be suspended it would have happened already

[Dgreenwell3]

The suspension thing is false, look st the player participation for the ndsu game and then the sfa, isi, and whoever the 4th game was...I've done it before, because lakes likes to bring this up...it isn't possible unless they were players that didn't play against ndsu our the rest of the year.


Oh, and Sievertsen is 21 and was apparently walking back to his dorm...and we have played a game since then so if he was going to be suspended it would have happened already It's a just a gigantic cover-up. Don't you know Farley normally wears clown make-up and runs around killing people in Gotham City?
Good thing Bohl invested in the Bat-cave.

[Twentysix]

It's a just a gigantic cover-up. Don't you know Farley normally wears clown make-up and runs around killing people in Gotham City?
Good thing Bohl invested in the Bat-cave.

I wouldnt get to involved. Bad karma for a team that could fight its way out of the playoffs in their current situation.

[DJKyR0]

You will CRUSH ISU and you know it. I won't allow that false modesty here.


ISUb has the best running back in the conference, a guy pushing for DPOTY in lineman Ben Obaseki, and a Washington transfer at QB. They're good.

[Dgreenwell3]

I wouldnt get to involved. Bad karma for a team that could fight its way out of the playoffs in their current situation.

It's called sarcasm, you could easily place it the other way...I am just vocalizing how silly some of the things people say on here sometimes...It's best for ISU if NDSU wins...I bet on UNI but who knows...

[frozennorth]

Anyone know what channels are carrying this?

[BISON Thunder]

Safe travels to all the UNI fans making the trip to Fargo...appears the weather should be perfect for the pre game festivities. Hopefully both teams play well and the game lives up to the hype. Should be a great afternoon!

[darell1976]

Anyone know what channels are carrying this?

Channel 4 (KXJB) in the Fargo/GF area. ND NBC network out side the RRV, and I think its on satalite.

[DOME]

Interesting note...

A local bar in Mason City does a weekly college football pick-em. Pick 5 of 15 games and based on the vegas lines. Every week there is a 16th game that everyone has to pick. This week for their first ever FCS match up the required 16th game pick is UNI@NDSU. No line they're just picking the game straight up.

Nice to get some respect around here.

[darell1976]

5dimes.com

NDSU -4

[Dgreenwell3]

Interesting note...

A local bar in Mason City does a weekly college football pick-em. Pick 5 of 15 games and based on the vegas lines. Every week there is a 16th game that everyone has to pick. This week for their first ever FCS match up the required 16th game pick is UNI@NDSU. No line they're just picking the game straight up.

Nice to get some respect around here.

That's pretty cool.

[Professor Chaos]

Interesting note...

A local bar in Mason City does a weekly college football pick-em. Pick 5 of 15 games and based on the vegas lines. Every week there is a 16th game that everyone has to pick. This week for their first ever FCS match up the required 16th game pick is UNI@NDSU. No line they're just picking the game straight up.

Nice to get some respect around here.
First FCS matchip couldn't have been accurate could it? GSU/ASU had to have been one of the 15 other games through right? ..... I mean, the tradition ALONE ..... Black Saturday .... you can see it from outer space ..... no? Wierd.

[LakesBison]

people lining up already to tailgate, bars will be packed tonight with pre party's and this town will be crazy tomorrow, gonna be a blast!

[DJKyR0]

people lining up already to tailgate, bars will be packed tonight with pre party's and this town will be crazy tomorrow, gonna be a blast!

I was literally just at the BSA and didn't see anyone lining up to tailgate. Are they planning on parking on 19th Ave. while they wait for the lot to open tomorrow morning, or...?

[DJKyR0]

5dimes.com

NDSU -4

Take off the 3 pts. for home field and NDSU -1. Talk about an even match up.

[DJKyR0]

For anyone interested, here's an interactive online copy of the NDSU school newspaper with a breakdown on NDSU-UNI. http://issuu.com/spectrumslides/docs/october_28__2011/11

[LakesBison]

on 17th' ave westside lot. frisco cruiser will be there at 6am i heard.

[Hammerhead]

DirecTV channel 617 -- Fox College Sports.


Anyone know what channels are carrying this?

[344Johnson]

I was literally just at the BSA and didn't see anyone lining up to tailgate. Are they planning on parking on 19th Ave. while they wait for the lot to open tomorrow morning, or...?

I think Lakes is a schizophrenic, perhaps a new age John Nash from A Beautiful Mind.

[Ivytalk]

xthumbsupxUNI by a field goal. Word.

[TheBisonator]

xthumbsupxUNI by a field goal. Word.

That seems very possible.

If I could make a +/-3 bet on this game, I would.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I believe the Bison win this game. Not in dominate fashion but by 1 to 2 TDs.


GO BISON

[darell1976]

Overtime thriller!!!

[unigriff]

finally!!! ITS SATURDAY!!!!! Let the fun war begin!

[Hambone]

I think this should be a great game, as does everyone else. Should be a HOT crowd at the Fargodome. I know a lot of Bison fans have had this circled since last year. I think this is the year the the Bison get the monkey off their back, and they win 17-13. However, early prediction, the Trees will take down the Bison the week after in Terre Haute. :)

[Gil Dobie]

Going with NDSU 20 - UNI 19

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Bison 28-17

[No_Skill]

Overtime thriller!!!

I'm glad I set my dvr for an extra hour. :)

[darell1976]

Just drove past the dome on 19th and there are people already setting up for tailgating in the west parking lot. Should be a traffic nightmare since 19th and 45th is closed I-29 is gonna be packed!!

[stevdock]

GAME DAY BABY!!!!!!!!!!! It is finally here. Should be a great day.

[UNIFanSince1983]

Did someone catch Fowler mention something about this game on GameDay? I didn't hear fully what he said, but thought I heard him talking about it...

[GSU1-A]

They all had no clue this game was going on . However, Herbstreet mentioned GSU and Appy State! ;)

[straightshooter]

And Fowler said as they guessed who he was talking about, "no Georgia Southern is #1." At least he knew.

[BISON Thunder]

Entered all the data into Big Blue, including any ifs/ands/buts...spreadsheet came out indicating Bison by more than seven points*.

*DJ Mc and the rams have a breakout game

[BISON Thunder]

Did someone catch Fowler mention something about this game on GameDay? I didn't hear fully what he said, but thought I heard him talking about it...

No, that was President Obama in his weekly radio address mentioning the game. He indicated he was paring his golf game down to nine holes today, so he could catch the game.

[NDB]

Entered all the data into Big Blue, including any ifs/ands/buts...spreadsheet came out indicating Bison by more than seven points*.

*DJ Mc and the rams have a breakout game

I just hope the 'rams' show up.


Last year they sucked so bad I developed a flinch.

[BISON Thunder]

No kidding...I almost developed a concussion 500 miles away from the game! Rams will need to control the LOS if the Bison are going to prevail.

[UNIFanSince1983]

The Rams must be the offensive line for the Bizon?

I must admit it will be no easy day for them today. They will have their hands full with Boothby and company. This will come down who controls the line of scrimmage, who makes fewer mistakes, and special teams.

I like our odds, but I am nervous because the Bison have seemed to have been playing their best ball recently while we are playing our worst of the season right now.

Cannot wait until 3!!

Go Panthers!!

[BISON Thunder]

The Rams must be the offensive line for the Bizon?

I must admit it will be no easy day for them today. They will have their hands full with Boothby and company. This will come down who controls the line of scrimmage, who makes fewer mistakes, and special teams.

I like our odds, but I am nervous because the Bison have seemed to have been playing their best ball recently while we are playing our worst of the season right now.

Cannot wait until 3!!

Go Panthers!!

Looking forward to seeing the matchup with Boothby and an improved Bison OL. I agree...I would not have given NDSU much of a chance before, but I have changed my mind after seeing them play the last couple weeks. Saw several Panther fans downtown last night...hope they enjoy their time in Fargo.

[NHwildEcat]

I was flipping through my channel listings and I am able to watch this game thanks to one of the FOX Channels...super pumped!

[unigriff]

Panthers return opening kickoff 59 yds into Bizon territory.

Then big 20 yard pass by UNI.

[unigriff]

3 plays and UNI got down to the NDSU 3...now faces 3rd n goal from the 5.

[unigriff]

Panthers strike first....FG (22 yds) good!

3-0. 12 minutes left in 1st Q

[Ginsbach]

Why does UNI have two number 10s?

[MplsBison]

Any chance there is a link to a stream on one of those weird .tv or .eu websites - for us poor saps that have Dish Network and therefore can't get Fox College Sports Central?

[MplsBison]

From the radio, sounds really chippy already.

Yep, this feels like a true rivalry. UNI has had the better team while NDSU has had the better program.

[Ginsbach]

TD McNorton!

UNI - 3
NDSU - 7

[unigriff]

just run game with a few short passes for NDSU...Touchdown NDSU for McNorton.

NDSU up 7-3. with 6:02 left in the first.

[ccd494]

This game looks like it is 1985, between the neon green turf and lack of HD.

[Mattymc727]

Is there a link to watch online anywhere? without paying....

[unigriff]

Any chance there is a link to a stream on one of those weird .tv or .eu websites - for us poor saps that have Dish Network and therefore can't get Fox College Sports Central?

direct tv doesnt have it either...due to their bad negotiations still going on with Fox. no game on tv.

[Ginsbach]

just run game with a few short passes for NDSU...Touchdown NDSU for McNorton.

NDSU up 7-3. with 6:02 left in the first.

The Bison being able to run is a huge difference compared to last year's game. Didn't NDSU end up with -40 yard rushing last year?

[MplsBison]

UNI puts up little resistance as NDSU takes the lead 7-3 on a 10(?) play drive. Running and passing almost at will for first downs.

[unigriff]

nevermind i lied...just as i said that it came on!

[MplsBison]

This game looks like it is 1985, between the neon green turf and lack of HD.

NDSU is one of three teams left in the entire country with the old-style carpet Astroturf. UND and USD are the other two. All other FCS domes (UNI, ID St and Northern AZ) have replaced theirs with new style turf.

Piss poor Fargodome management a determined to be the last team in the nation still using it.

[unigriff]

UNI puts up little resistance as NDSU takes the lead 7-3 on a 10(?) play drive. Running and passing almost at will for first downs.

forcing 2 3rd downs is hardly little resistance.

[MplsBison]

nevermind i lied...just as i said that it came on!

Like I said, us poor saps with Dish.

Here's the G-D kicker: I signed up on a promo to get NFL redzone + their sports package free for the rest of the year. I get every single FSN channel plus other I've never heard of. So of course I get Fox College Sports Central, right?

()$*#(@)$(#)$#(@$) $@#)$(#@_$(#@)_

[unigriff]

Two straight TE dumps for UNI...Panthers into NDSU territory.

[MplsBison]

I've got Iowa @ Minnesota on in the background here if anyone cares. Still 0-0 with 8:37 in the 2nd qtr. Haven't been paying much attention, but looks like Gopher players are actually trying in this game.

[unigriff]

its a good thing the game came on too..i was getting sick and tired hearing the NDSU announcers.

[Ginsbach]

Sounds ridiculously loud on the KFGO feed. Makes me miss my days sitting front row in the student section in the Fargodome...

[unigriff]

Panthers get down to NDSU 39...faced with 4th n 4...fake punted last week with about same field position...punts it for a touchback.

[unigriff]

2 minutes left in the 1st quarter.

[unigriff]

For those of us who enjoy MVFC football...Illinois State is up 24-7 on SIU.

[Gil Dobie]

Great job breaking up the screen by Jirik.

[unigriff]

End of the 1st, NDSU 7 UNI 3. NDSU faced with a 3rd and long when play resumes.

[bison94]

Bison getting it done on 3 and long.

[unigriff]

Bizon pick up 14 on 3rd n 11....first down.

[unigriff]

jensen still perfect on the day.

[unigriff]

Bizon down to the UNI 40. Jensen still perfect. Holloway with his 3rd catch

[Gil Dobie]

Holloway into Panter territory

[unigriff]

Panther defense looking tired. NDSU getting first down every 2-3 plays.

[unigriff]

3rd n 1...Bizon get another 1st. (NDSU perfect on 3rd down as well)

[unigriff]

Sack #1 for UNI!!!!

back to the NDSU 28. 11 yard loss on the play.

[unigriff]

Boothby in the backfield getting NDSU for a 3 yard loss. 3rd n really long for NDSU.

[MplsBison]

Wow - the internet radio feed I'm listening to is quite delayed.

[unigriff]

Bizon pick up almost half the yards back. NDSU forced with 4th n about 13. Jensen limping off. (looks okay though).

Field goal for NDSU....Good.

NDSU 10-UNI 3 7:50 left in the half.

[MplsBison]

Minnesota scores with 1:13 left in 2nd to make it 7-7. So far, looks like they're not giving up Floyd without a fight.

[unigriff]

Huge stand there for UNI. hopefully they can put together a nice drive here and go into the half cutting into the lead or tying it up!

[unigriff]

Minnesota scores with 1:13 left in 2nd to make it 7-7. So far, looks like they're not giving up Floyd without a fight.

Good good. I did bet Minnesota to cover and to win..:) (I hate Iowa far more than any other team). If you are Minny...you shut down McNutt and they really don't have much more for receivers...and the running game isnt superior. They are like NDSU..very predicatable...(run run run, pass here and there). Just gotta know how to defend it.

[ccd494]

Terrific local commercials. Those stop-n-go buns looked like they will go well with that champagne.

[unigriff]

two straight passes for UNi almost Intercepted...1st tipped, 2nd straight through receivers hands.

[unigriff]

3rd n long...UNI wide open pass......receiver trips on the old turf.....big gain..no TD though. an oopsie play!

[ccd494]

Whoops! Home turf advantage? Watch out for that 40 yard line!

[unigriff]

Rennie with his first rush....big play down inside the 30 for UNI.

[unigriff]

first late hit of the day by NDSU. after a 5 yard gain for UNI. I think it was because the UNI receiver stepped out earlier...then kept running (didnt hear whistle im guessing) and then gets hit out of bounds...ticky tack foul but i can see the validity.

[unigriff]

Rennie looks like tweaked ankle on the play...but 2nd n goal for UNI.

[unigriff]

pass interference by NDSU...DB there early..(good play otherwise really tho).

[unigriff]

first n goal for UNI at the NDSU 2

[unigriff]

TOUCHDOWN UNI!!!!

10-10 ties it up on a Johnson 2 yard run!

[bison94]

Blown false start call, panthers score, 10-10.

[MplsBison]

Gee whiz...solid 1 minute delay from the online feed 1570AM in Mpls. I'm hitting refresh, seeing griff's post and then 30 sec later I hear that play.

[unigriff]

boo birds out in full force now.

I can see the complaint on the late hit if you were at the game...but from the TV and replay...it was the correct call.
The PI call was obvious.

UNI got away with one with a possible false start on Johnson on the TD run..i agree.

[MplsBison]

So obviously the Fargodome turf monster didn't end up mattering. Get rid of that G-D rug!!!

[unigriff]

Gee whiz...solid 1 minute delay from the online feed 1570AM in Mpls. I'm hitting refresh, seeing griff's post and then 30 sec later I hear that play.

You know whats funny...that the Video feed from NDSU is faster than the TV...and the UNI audio is faster than both the TV and the NDSU feed.

[unigriff]

btw 5 minutes left in the half.

[unigriff]

NDSU starts in good field position at their own 34.

[unigriff]

UNI tips 1st down pass...almost picked off...(why the pass was being thrown to a guy with 3 guys around him i have no idea)

[unigriff]

NDSU faces 3rd n 5. Panthers look to get their 2nd 3rd down stop!

[bison94]

Smith hauls in an amazing grab, 1st down.

[unigriff]

diving catch for a first down NDSU...almost picked off, but caught on a diving catch...

[unigriff]

330 and ticking on the clock. NDSU all 3 timeouts.

[unigriff]

Flea flicker by NDSU...first down....(i bet ya Kleinman told NDSU how sucky UNI is at that play on D (every year!))....great call. first down NDSU 3 minute left.

[unigriff]

Bizon down to the UNI 15.

[unigriff]

NDSU down to the 10...Ojur---i spin a lot---I gets 5. 2nd n 5 for NDSU..clock running.

[unigriff]

3rd n 3 at the UNI....clock running.

[unigriff]

Touchdown McNorton..

[unigriff]

2 broken tackles...8 yards out...spins.

NDSU up 17-10. 55 seconds left in the half.

[unigriff]

Anderson who was doubtful for the game...does the KR for UNI...with 49 seconds left...UNI ball at their own 15....Rennie obvious QB run...up to the 44.

[unigriff]

UNI up to the NDSU 43...18 seconds left.

[unigriff]

UNI down to the 31 yd line...out of bounds...12 seconds left.

[unigriff]

as he is being sacked...rennie throws it away...3rd n medium...5 seconds left.

[JMUNJ08]

Got to kick it

[unigriff]

UNI looking at a 48 yd field or 31 yard final pass. Timeout Panthers

[unigriff]

sophomore kicker looks to be coming on to tie his career long (again)

[unigriff]

49 yder for 3....BARELY over the bar!!!! GOOOOOOD!!!! New career long!

17-13 at the half!

NDSU leads at the half...stats a coming!

[unigriff]

Stats for the first half

Total Yards
UNI 187 on 26 plays and 10+ minutes
NDSU 198 on 36 plays and 19 + minutes

UNI leading in passing yards, NDSU leading in rushing yards
Rennie - 11 for 18 for 146,
Jensen - 14 for 15 for 128

Neither team has turned it over

NDSU has 2 penalties (PF late hit and a PI)...for 16 yards
UNI has 1 penalty for 5 yards (false start in 1st quarter)

Storyline that we knew we'd follow and would be a huge factor in the game...NDSUs O line vs. UNIs D-line...From my point of view...NDSUs line is winning the battle so far tho the UNI defensive line did come alive in the 2nd quarter...could be just the beginning of dominating the 2nd half? Should be a great 2nd half!!!!! NDSU gets the ball to start the half. Possibly the most crucial series of the game.

[unigriff]

I think the momentum is with UNI right now...54-46 id say...After giving up a TD late in the half...coming back and scoring with not much time...huge boost instead of being down 7 at the half....great discipline by the Panthers. Hopefully the adjustments have been made and UNI can get a big stop and/or a turnover to start the half!

[unigriff]

The longer and closer the score is tho...the more the Barn will get into it...someone has to do something to open this game up! Go Cats!

[bison94]

Ryan Smith on a huge reception, NDSU to the 30 of UNI.

[unigriff]

NDSU gets the 1st down to the UNI 15.

[unigriff]

UNI defense not watching the ball at all on the runs...NDSU running straight up the middle now...big runs...down to the UNI 9.

[unigriff]

fumble on the play

[unigriff]

UNI gets the turnover!!!! FUMBLE!!!!

[unigriff]

on the play for those with no tv...runner fumbles the ball before down..ball rolled into the endzone, bounced back but hit the pylon..automatic touchback.

[unigriff]

Just what UNI needed...(big sigh of relief)..

[unigriff]

UNIs sophomore TE having a huge day!! First down UNI!!!!

[unigriff]

UNI fumbles after being down..(receiver was reaching for extra yards but was already down). another 1st down for UNI

[unigriff]

to be honest...(whether good for UNI or not)...i wish FCS had replay all the time.

[unigriff]

UNI forced with 3rd n 9

[unigriff]

Rennie overshoots Collins...(Lemaster was wide open on far side)....4th down for UNI...Panthers to punt.

[unigriff]

touchback for UNI....bright side...UNI changes field position after a defensive lapse.

[unigriff]

I feel like the Panthers are there...ready to strike...but just can't quite punch it in...credit to NDSU..

[unigriff]

2nd incomplete pass of the game by Jensen...2nd n 10 at own 20.