FB: Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference

[old 40]

Marcus;

I picked Benedictine 3 is my pre-season poll based on the fact that their QB was young last year and had some talent espeially on the perimeter in the option game and a fair passer. Their defense was not bad, lack some speed, but a good overall scheme. They were mostly young and the years experience will help them. I understand they will have close to 60 Frosh this year with some transfers coming in also, but sometimes they are not the real deals. I think the league in the final year will be a dog fight and any of the top 5 teams I had, could win it. Everyone wants to win the last league title. CUW will not be as strong overall this year,IMO but will be strong enough tobe hard to beat, especially if their QB has a good year. I think Greenville, Lakeland and Aurora will also be in the thick of it. IMO, I also think someone will pull 1-2 upsets over the previous top teams in the league. The Last year will bring some suprises.

[Reddevilpride]

Reddevilpride,

I agree that Eureka is getting better. Looks like they turned over the staff so I don't know if that is good or bad. Their QB is the best young qb in the league. He can run and pass. that have some decent RBs but they had a huge loss with #34 graduating. Also, they have the slowest defense in the conference with a Nose tackle at middle LB. They won't stop many people until they get more athletic on defense.

I agree w/the fact that Eureka needs to shore up the defensive side of the ball.  Last year they just had an inability to stop anyone (pass or run)!  If they could some how find a way to put their offense on a short field good things could happen.  However, w/your comment about #34, Eureka has two good rb's that did not get a ton of carries last year because of Mehlberg.  Justin Dempsey will fill Mehlberg's shoes, and not lose a step.   I do not know much about the staff changes, but losing a whole staff can never really indicate good things can it.

[neweraibfc]

Marcus;

I picked Benedictine 3 is my pre-season poll based on the fact that their QB was young last year and had some talent espeially on the perimeter in the option game and a fair passer. Their defense was not bad, lack some speed, but a good overall scheme. They were mostly young and the years experience will help them. I understand they will have close to 60 Frosh this year with some transfers coming in also, but sometimes they are not the real deals. I think the league in the final year will be a dog fight and any of the top 5 teams I had, could win it. Everyone wants to win the last league title. CUW will not be as strong overall this year,IMO but will be strong enough tobe hard to beat, especially if their QB has a good year. I think Greenville, Lakeland and Aurora will also be in the thick of it. IMO, I also think someone will pull 1-2 upsets over the previous top teams in the league. The Last year will bring some suprises.

That sounds about accurate, they should have around 110 men on the roster this year, including a couple of transfers from larger schools.  Time will tell if the transfers pan out, and the number of athletes they lose to attrition, but it should be an exciting year for BU.

[NCAA Football]

what year is benedictines qb.  other than the reports on eureka and benedictine, how are some of the other school doin so far this summer.  only about three more weeks until camp.

[Gomer Pyle]

Drucker:
    Pete was "The Man" as far as running backs while he was at Mac and maybe the best over-all in the IBFC during that time frame. IMO.
    Contrary to to your take on the Past "O" lines at Mac I`ll stick with my comments .
    Mac, the last few years hasn`t had a "O" line worth it`s salt.
    If stats were available for the last 4 years you`d see the yds per offensive play would back that up.
    As far  Pete goes,most of his yardage,he got pretty much on his own.
    Back groung facts not available due to a particular SID trashing the
   football athletic site.   
   
   

[Gomer Pyle]

Drucker:
    If you still think your "O" line was good here are a couple of facts to savor.
    Just checked the Mac Stat page. They list over-all stats up to Oct of 2006.
    Remember they still had a game or two to still play but here it is July 13th 2007 and that`s all they`ve got.  Remember what I said about the SID.
   Anyway, The average per "rush" was ..........2 yards per carry! That tells me the "O" line must have gotten in somebodies way once in a while.
   Total offense: average per play................3.3 yards.  Maybe coach put in fresh bodies.
    As I said earlier, I`m not bashing/or taking you to tash but rather pointing out that ....................facts carry the day not conjecture.
   If you want to talk.....would-a. could-a, should-a, we were robber.
    Then wait for Maddog. Great guy. Good friend but the biggest "homer"
     there is.
    Glad your on board.
   

[Cougswillwin]

3 more weeks....

It's go time.

[Fartcus Smellwood]

Old 40,
Thanks for the explanation...its always good to see back-up and you gave good back-up.

As for 110 men taking the field for the Eagles, the number is just insane but by the end of that summer camp you always got the quitters and the guys who are on the team that just can't play.

I would also like to know how certain teams are doing....hows Lakeland doing with all the crap happening there?

CUC has picked up some big recruits for the O and D line and look to make improvements throughout both....they also have some higher level players coming in, including a running back from a D-1 AA school in South Carolina and possibly a running back from Northern Illinois who was All-State from his high school days at Mt. Carmel. Things are looking up and ready to go at CUC and a lot of the players have been busting their a$$es looking forward to this fall.

[drucker]

I know that the oline has been the weakest point of mac for the past few years. And pete did do a lot of amazing things while at running back. It was a good time to watch pete do his thing, he was a very physical runner, and took a beating at running back.

Also the oline did a decent job at blocking, I know because I was on the oline, i never started, but i was there. And it was dissapointing to see that group try hard and yet still come up short.

And this past season was a struggle for the oline because of injury and starting freshman with no college experience, but they all came through and helped pete become the all time leading rusher, it was a tough season but worth it when you get someone in the record books.

[old 40]

Marcus;

Good points on CUC. They will need line help based on last season. It sounds like they are building a good foundation for the future. Improvement each year will put them in a good position in the new Conference. They have some good skill kids, QB and receivers. I don't think Mac or Eureka can beat them this year and they will likely surprise a few of the other teams. Depth and O/D line will be their big question marks.

One of the Lakeland GA's said that the new staff is moving in the right direction. Lost only 1-2 players from last season to state schools. Very Athletic Frosh group coming in. Big QB and Big receivers. Only time will tell. Their non-conference schedule is a killer.

Gomer;

Your points on Mac are very right on. I hope this new staff will be able to salvage something this year. IMO, the school is in a negative transition that spells trouble. The facts, I believe,are  they have lost talent, New staff, poor school admin support and a brutal season opener. I hope they survive.

[Fartcus Smellwood]

I think the offensive line is the most overlooked position in football. You never really hear about outstanding offensive linemen. The one thing I know about the O-line for CUC last year is that they were young and others just weak. THe right side of their line (no offense to the guys) were horribly weak. The tackle weighed in at around 220 and the guard was slow off the ball and could never get to the second level. The center for their line (returning) was the only true college lineman and will hopefully lead them this year. The left side tackle last year was a freshmen and the right side guard was a converted tight end. Now, CUC has also recruited other big guys who can play either side of the ball and it is looking to be a solid year for both lines. Also, with the new addition of BIG CAT WILLIAMS as the assistant offensive line coach since last spring ball should give these guys a big boost and help their playing skills. The quarterback position is looking real good and the backfield is going to be filled with some talent. Defense is going to be key for the Cougars and I think they will handle themselves well with their new defensive coordinator...the other coordinator was a joke, never coached a day of defense in his life before starting at CUC.

Anyone got news on Greenville and their status? What is making them look so tough this season?

[Fartcus Smellwood]

and honestly I do not know he keeps giving me negative karma but I guess you could keep giving it to me because it seems like no matter what I say thats all I get...even after someone tells me I have good points.

oh well

[pitbull]

Marcus,

I am by no means downplaying the addition of Big Cat to the coaching staff however, he won't be the one suiting up and many times as I can speak from experience many of these former NFL players struggle when it comes to coaching especially at the DIII level. I can tell you hundreds of experiences where these guys just have a hard time to say the least. I would think his assistance would help more from a recruiting stand point than coaching. But its great you have him in your program!

[old 40]

Marcus;

I am not giving you negative karma. I just write and post. I must be doing something wrong.

Greenvilles QB is back with some other skill people and I think that is what causing optimism, IMO. Losing the LB and D-lineman from last year will hurt the defense as it is impossible to reload to their caliber.

Bic Cat will help the young kids with technique but can't size,quicness and athletic prowess. At any college level young lineman usually take time to mature and get stronger. CUC is a 5 year project,IMO.

No bad karma Marcus.

[Fartcus Smellwood]

Old 40,
I know you aren't the one giving me negative karma because you need a certain amount of posts in order to do so but like I said, let the person keep doing it. As long as I could come on here and engage in conversations and find out some daily information, I am satisfied. I know that Big Cat won't help with strength or determination but he surely will help with technique (one of the keys as an o-linemen) and well, recruiting as well (as he already has done).

Just out of curiosity, and I cannot remember the exact year but didn't Jeff Hynes go into Lakeland and turn the program around in 2 years to an undefeated team?