Atlantic Central Football Conference/Independents

[BoBo]

Have a few comments to jam into one post:

Enough with the rethoric!   I just want to know who is towing the cannon to Delaware!  

I can see it now, being offloaded off of the equipment rental truck, hehehe....

-Ski

It's going to be a little hard to off-load!! Well, take a look HERE.  WARNING: turn down your computers volume

A couple of other tidbits:

* Thanks wesleydad for the answers.
* the lackluster offense comment was actually:

lackluster the UWW offense is right now

I thought teamski was referring to only the NCC game (not the entire year like many of my colleagues posted about) because we only scored 20 points and came in 2nd in most offensive stat categories for the game. My guess is he only looked at the stats and didn't see/hear the game. If he did, he would have known that UWW had a starting average starting point around the 48 yard line, while NCC started closer to the 20 - so more ability to gain more yards and first downs. It's true we only scored 20, but that was 9 more than we needed; that was exactly the same as Wesley, except you only scored 19 points. The season totals are nearly identical, as has been pointed out, but playing vastly different competition making it difficult to gauge the similarities.

Theyve had to deal with it from the third play of the season when they lost All-American QB Shane McSweeny, and the losses of an All-American TE, very good slot reciever, those arrests, and multiple other incidents.

I saw the all-american list from d3football.com and I didn't see the name of Shane McSweeny on it. When and where did he make an all-american team? Thanks. Losing you starter on the 3rd play of the season had to be quite shocking to everyone - will he be back next year? I saw the name of a Jr. TE from Wesley as an honorable mention selection in '09, however. He was pre-season '10 2nd team, too. I guess one of those arrested was his back-up?

what changes/differences in the Wesley program (on-field and/or off) have occured in the past 4-6 years that you feel will allow them or has allowed them to narrow the gap from then to now?

Keith and I asked and gave our opinion on this hypothetical on the podcast this morning, too. I agree that part of the change that has to have happened in order for this game to go in Wesley's favor must be something that isn't visible.

I heard that. I thought this podcast was the best of the year...content and sound quality!!  

bobo asked some good questions which i will be glad to respond to later.  

After comments like this, I feel like the Karma Saint Nick, wesleydad!! +K

[bleedpurple]

Wesley's receivers have very impressive stats! 6 players over 15 ypc!  That's pretty ridiculous.  Do they go deep really often or does their passing game emphasize YAC?  I'm sure with stats like that, the answer would have to be BOTH, but I'd be interested in reading fans' take on their strengths.

[crufootball]

Speaking of recievers, do any of the Wesley fans know how Ellis Krout found his way all the way to Dover? Don't see a lot of players traveling that far from home for D3 programs so I am wondering if there is some connection that isn't obvious.

[@d3jason]

Speaking of recievers, do any of the Wesley fans know how Ellis Krout found his way all the way to Dover? Don't see a lot of players traveling that far from home for D3 programs so I am wondering if there is some connection that isn't obvious.

Krout was at a junior college in California and the signed with Oregon. One of his buddies at the JC, RB Garrett Burgess, came to Wesley. I believe he got hurt at Oregon and transferred during the Spring to one of the D-II schools in Minnesota. Not liking the weather and the offensive philosophy he left.

Burgess told him about Wesley and convinced him to come. Funny thing was when he emailed Coach Drass, Drass sent him the type of email that you send to recruits that you don't want to come in until school starts due to budgeting of meals during camp based on a certain numbers of players. Fortunately for the Wolverines, the got that straighten out and he reported on time.

[emma17]

30 Second Time out please.   
I'd love to hit an Oyster Bar while in the area.  Are there any decent places nearby?

Thanks
Back to the football game.  Although Krout is a stud, I'm very impressed with the number of players that have caught passes.  Looks like Wesley does a fine job of preventing double coverage.

[thewaterboy]

Theyve had to deal with it from the third play of the season when they lost All-American QB Shane McSweeny, and the losses of an All-American TE, very good slot reciever, those arrests, and multiple other incidents.

I saw the all-american list from d3football.com and I didn't see the name of Shane McSweeny on it. When and where did he make an all-american team? Thanks. Losing you starter on the 3rd play of the season had to be quite shocking to everyone - will he be back next year? I saw the name of a Jr. TE from Wesley as an honorable mention selection in '09, however. He was pre-season '10 2nd team, too. I guess one of those arrested was his back-up?

Potential All-American in McSweeny... that seems more fitting....  Hes a very good QB that can run and throw and is a great leader. I would have to believe that he is coming back next year.

And yes, the one arrested (Travis Douglas) was McAndrew's back up, so Wesley is reaching deep at the TE position currently.

[HScoach]

Hey Warhawk fans: Out of curiousity, whats the QB situation looking like? Brekke or Blanchard? I think I heard on the podcast that Brekke was the most likely (dont trust me on that though).

I'm sure it will be termed a game-time decision again but that doesn't mean we believe it.

Come on Pat.  None of the first 3 games were worthy of him playing.  He's fine.  They're just hiding him from Mount like we hid Micheli from them in '06. 

Honestly, I think last week against NCC was the most telling.  In the Trine game, the UWW offense wasn't a problem with Coppage running for 300+ so why risk playing him if he was banged up, but could go if needed.  However down 13-10 to NCC and needing to get the offense going is a whole lot different than tied at 31-31 with Trine entering the 4th and needing the defense to step up.    What does Blanchard do to help the team other than offer an emotional boost?  Now if he was an injured All-American DE or CB that they didn't want to play, then it's a different story against Trine. 

When Mount wouldn't let Micheli throw in the St John Fisher game where Kmic ran for 371, Mount always had a lead.  What would have been interesting is if SJF would have ever taken a lead or stopped Kmic.  What would it have taken for LK to take the shackles off of Micheli's arm?  I'm guessing if Mount was trailing 13-10 late in the game, LK would have let Micheli sling it. 

[footballfan413]

Hey Warhawk fans: Out of curiousity, whats the QB situation looking like? Brekke or Blanchard? I think I heard on the podcast that Brekke was the most likely (dont trust me on that though).

I'm sure it will be termed a game-time decision again but that doesn't mean we believe it.

Come on Pat.  None of the first 3 games were worthy of him playing.  He's fine.  They're just hiding him from Mount like we hid Micheli from them in '06.  

Honestly, I think last week against NCC was the most telling.  In the Trine game, the UWW offense wasn't a problem with Coppage running for 300+ so why risk playing him if he was banged up, but could go if needed.  However down 13-10 to NCC and needing to get the offense going is a whole lot different than tied at 31-31 with Trine entering the 4th and needing the defense to step up.    What does Blanchard do to help the team other than offer an emotional boost?  Now if he was an injured All-American DE or CB that they didn't want to play, then it's a different story against Trine.  

When Mount wouldn't let Micheli throw in the St John Fisher game where Kmic ran for 371, Mount always had a lead.  What would have been interesting is if SJF would have ever taken a lead or stopped Kmic.  What would it have taken for LK to take the shackles off of Micheli's arm?  I'm guessing if Mount was trailing 13-10 late in the game, LK would have let Micheli sling it.  

Let me be clear, I do not have any inside info but my guess is that it is a week to week decision.  Each week that passes is another week to heal.  

Hscoach, how well I remember.  We had Jorris's number the beginning of the game and then out comes his back up and  he proceeded to kick our a$$!  

[BoBo]

^ No inside information either, but going out on a limb (and I'm probably all by my lonesome) but IMO, Blanchard will start this week. You heard it here first, folks!! 

My reason is that this was the first weekly podcast that THE coach didn't specifically talk about Blanchard and his status. The previous weeks he always seem to mention it was a game time decision - this week was a bit different feeling for me. We'll see.

[wesleydad]

bobo, could it be that he did not talk about it because he knows blanchard is not playing and there is no further discussion necessary.  i dont think it matters for wesleys prep.  sounds like there is not much difference except for experience and that doesnt matter when you prep.  have to stop the offense.  if the starter is not there then some of the d calls will surely change but i doubt they have a completely different game plan for brekke.

[BoBo]

^ They do have different styles, Brekke is more a drop back, pocket passer, hangs on to the ball inorder to find a receiver breaking open. Blanchard will move around more when looking to pass. Iif nothing is there, will take off running. Rarely any pressure gets to Blanchard since, well first since the o-line keep the defense off him, but if there was pressure he would take off running. He's got more size than Brekke and doesn't shy away from contact. Brekke has faced some pressure because he is more likely to hold the ball longer and not run. Places a lot more pressure on his o-line to maintain their technique longer. Not quite the physical presence, either.

My gut instinct tells me the reason Blanchard's status this week wasn't brought up is that he will, in fact, be the starter this week. That's the sense I get after listen to the podcasts each week. I may be way off, but we'll see. Brekke's done a remarkable job leading the hawks through 3 very good teams (I heard on the radio during last game his efficiency numbers would put him #3 in the country behind Blanchard who is #2), but Blanchard brings a different dimension than Brekke, IMO.

[wesleydad]

thanks bobo.

[@d3jason]

30 Second Time out please.   
I'd love to hit an Oyster Bar while in the area.  Are there any decent places nearby?

Thanks
Back to the football game.  Although Krout is a stud, I'm very impressed with the number of players that have caught passes.  Looks like Wesley does a fine job of preventing double coverage.

Doc Magrogan's is an oyster bar at Dover Downs in the Casino out by the race track. That is probably your best bet in Dover.

You could go down to Rehoboth and Dewey Beach about 45-50 minutes south. There are outlets there for xmas shopping and there's no sales tax in Delaware. Otherwise, the Dover Mall is right next to the track/casino too.

[dedragon]

30 Second Time out please.   
I'd love to hit an Oyster Bar while in the area.  Are there any decent places nearby?

Thanks
Back to the football game.  Although Krout is a stud, I'm very impressed with the number of players that have caught passes.  Looks like Wesley does a fine job of preventing double coverage.

Doc Magrogan's is an oyster bar at Dover Downs in the Casino out by the race track. That is probably your best bet in Dover.

You could go down to Rehoboth and Dewey Beach about 45-50 minutes south. There are outlets there for xmas shopping and there's no sales tax in Delaware. Otherwise, the Dover Mall is right next to the track/casino too.

Good choice Conrad. Also, if you want to get off the beaten path (just a bit) head down State Street Extended to "Cool Springs Fish and Raw Bar" about 4 miles south of campus. Good eats for fresh fish and seafood and other good stuff. You can have some Dogfish Head brews there too. If you haven't seen it on Discovery channel yet, check out Brew Masters.

[WarhawkDad]

Hey Warhawk fans: Out of curiousity, whats the QB situation looking like? Brekke or Blanchard? I think I heard on the podcast that Brekke was the most likely (dont trust me on that though).

See my recent post on the West Region, WIAC Board