Atlantic Central Football Conference/Independents

thewaterboy · November 10, 2013, 10:46:32 AM

wesleydad, exactly my point. Right now I think that all the teams by criteria are very close when it comes to getting in. This win may give Wesley an edge. Also, the highlights from UNC-Charlotte Athletics is up on YouTube. Make sure your sound is turned down!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THRAiOnKIrY

wesleydad · November 10, 2013, 12:25:39 PM

thanks waterboy for the link. from what i saw it looked like a different o line, got a push on the plays shown.

thewaterboy · November 10, 2013, 12:59:19 PM

I think for the better part of the game the o line played extremely well. A lot of 7+ yard gains from the tailbacks and only gave up 1 sack for 3 yards. Wesley has always kinda had a problem with penalties that end up handling themselves in the playoffs for the most part. It did sound like Charlotte may have been offsides listening to the WDEL broadcast. Callahan played well today 25-39 on completions. I think thats because of the improved play of the o-line. He had time to throw, thats a difference maker.

It was also nice to see Wesley open up the playbook a little bit with the WR pass, onside kick, etc. Very exciting to listen to.

The Wesley kicking team has also gotten better. I dont think they have missed a kick since UMHB.

Teamski · November 10, 2013, 07:16:27 PM

Even though the win won't be a big help in the playoff picture, it did allow Wesley to bump up five spots in the D3F Top 25! Not too shabby.

-Ski

thewaterboy · November 10, 2013, 07:35:03 PM

I was pleased to see Wesley jump to 15 in the Top 25. Definitely gained some hard-earned "reputation points" back today.

Now for a common knowledge question: When are the next regional rankings getting released?

Mr. Ypsi · November 10, 2013, 07:37:37 PM

Quote from: thewaterboy on November 10, 2013, 07:35:03 PM
I was pleased to see Wesley jump to 15 in the Top 25. Definitely gained some hard-earned "reputation points" back today.

Now for a common knowledge question: When are the next regional rankings getting released?

Wednesday afternoon.

But since they've dropped 'once ranked, always ranked', ONLY the secret final rankings matter. Nice transparency, NCAA!

Scots13 · November 10, 2013, 07:57:09 PM

Quote from: thewaterboy on November 10, 2013, 07:35:03 PM
I was pleased to see Wesley jump to 15 in the Top 25. Definitely gained some hard-earned "reputation points" back today.

Now for a common knowledge question: When are the next regional rankings getting released?

Yes. They. Did.

Even though UNC Charlotte is a first year program, it's always nice seeing a D3 beat an FCS team.
What I was most impressed with was the fact the were down early in the 4th and found a way to win in front of over 14k fans. Not an easy thing for most small college football programs to do.

Even though this technically doesn't "help" them, I believe they turned some heads...it's not like UNC-C was a winless FCS team. Even makes me wonder what UMHB could do to some FCS teams.

Teamski · November 11, 2013, 11:38:30 AM

I put Wesley's victory over Charlotte on a higher level than Charleston Southern. The 2011 Charleston Southern team went winless for that entire year 0-11. Charlotte already won 4 games this season. No comparison. I am really thrilled with what Wesley pulled off this last weekend!

-Ski

wesleydad · November 11, 2013, 08:46:15 PM

well this week's game does not interest me much so I have decided to head out to Alliance OH to see the Mount/John Carroll game. After listening to the podcast and reading some of the posts from those much better at guessing than I am, it looks like barring some really weird happenings Wesley looks to be headed to the playoffs again. It will not matter where they get sent I will be there for it. If they get a home game, even better.

Teamski · November 11, 2013, 11:35:42 PM

Quote from: wesleydad on November 11, 2013, 08:46:15 PM
well this week's game does not interest me much so I have decided to head out to Alliance OH to see the Mount/John Carroll game. After listening to the podcast and reading some of the posts from those much better at guessing than I am, it looks like barring some really weird happenings Wesley looks to be headed to the playoffs again. It will not matter where they get sent I will be there for it. If they get a home game, even better.

A fine choice indeed! Considering the Heidelberg results, that is going to be an absolutely smashing good game!

-Ski

thewaterboy · November 11, 2013, 11:55:03 PM

Thanks Mr. Ypsi! +K

Looking back at the game from Saturday. Wesley had a lot of 7+ yard rushes (from multiple guys) and the tightend Kyle George seemed to be the x-factor in the receiving game. I liked that sweep play with Howe. I think he needs the ball as much as Koudossou. Jason Bowen said on the broadcast the other day that hes the smallest guy on the field but hes got the biggest heart. I think that is very accurate.

I think we have seen glimmers of what this offense is capable of all year. This game was the most "sustained appearance" of it. When this team grows up, it will be fun to watch.

Teamski · November 14, 2013, 10:58:15 AM

Quote from: thewaterboy on November 11, 2013, 11:55:03 PM
Thanks Mr. Ypsi! +K

Looking back at the game from Saturday. Wesley had a lot of 7+ yard rushes (from multiple guys) and the tightend Kyle George seemed to be the x-factor in the receiving game. I liked that sweep play with Howe. I think he needs the ball as much as Koudossou. Jason Bowen said on the broadcast the other day that hes the smallest guy on the field but hes got the biggest heart. I think that is very accurate.

I think we have seen glimmers of what this offense is capable of all year. This game was the most "sustained appearance" of it. When this team grows up, it will be fun to watch.

If Wesley makes the playoffs, we may see the offense peaking for the year right at the right time! Keeping my fingers crossed and the beard growing.

-Ski

wesleydad · November 15, 2013, 10:54:06 PM

hope the game goes as expected. I am heading out to allicance to see Mount/John Carroll. Hoping that by Sunday evening we have a game for next week.

Teamski · November 16, 2013, 11:37:16 AM

Quote from: wesleydad on November 15, 2013, 10:54:06 PM
hope the game goes as expected. I am heading out to allicance to see Mount/John Carroll. Hoping that by Sunday evening we have a game for next week.

I hope you had a safe trip! I was hoping to be able to skip out of class up to the last minute to catch the Wesley game, but I couldn't. This is the last home game of the season, and I have to miss it. I am truly gutted. Oh well. I expect Wesley to do what it should today and I will be rubbing my beard tomorrow in hopes for a playoff bid...... Now to head out to class once again.

-Ski

Teamski · November 16, 2013, 04:25:39 PM

Wesley took care of business today. I hope the injuries don't complicate things for the possible game next week. Rhodes is leading Millsaps, so if they win, that will further muddy the waters in Pool B. Uggh! The wait until 6PM tomorrow is going to be one hell of a long one! Keeping my fingers crossed.

-Ski