FB: Ohio Athletic Conference

[HScoach]

Why all the negativity pointed at Mount? JH played a hell of a game, especially on defense. Mount's D will shut down MHB just like last year and we'll probably score a defensive TD. Folks, this Mount team is one of the best we've had. And don't worry so much about DF, he'll be just fine.

ROLL RAIDERS ROLL!!

Hmmm, this must be PURPLE's new login?

I agree with what many others have said.  D is playing great.  O has generally been 'meh' all year and poor against quality opponents.

[HScoach]

It still seems weird to me that Keeny is just gone when it comes to playing.I mean 13-16, what like 297-4 tds. that's not bad. You gotta wonder if Luke was still here if he-d be playing some if not a lot right now with the was Fulford is struggling. Im not trying to bash Fulford but he basically cost us 21pts if u look at 2 endzone picks and the fumble. I watched him all day sat and he just did not look right , he really seemed like he wasn't there. It almost looks like u just found out ur hc is taking another job and ur mad about it.

Keeney is not the answer.  His stat like looks good from the outside, but all those yards came because a slow defense couldn't tackle Ruth and Hill on bubble screens and slants.  I wouldn't truck Keeney to throw the ball more than 10 yards, and definitely not an out route that requires any muscle behind it.   A defense as fast as MHB will eat alive an indecisive QB without any arm strength.

I agree 100% that Poorman would be playing right now if he was still out Mount.  Even Dom Davis would be a better option than Fulford right now.   I'd even take Jake Reid back from Wabash.

As much as I hate to admit it, our only option at QB is Fulford.  Which unfortunately reminds me of Piloto going into those UWW games where the QB is a big part of why MUC lost opposed to many years where the QB is primary reason MUC won.  Hopefully the kid plays lights out, but I'm not banking on it. 

[Desertraider]

I don't think it is fair to say Mount is getting negativity in here. We all saw the last few games. We are  addressing reality.  The reality is Mounts O is not very good right now and no one likes the prospect of playing 11 on 22 against UMHB.

[Ralph Turner]

Why all the negativity pointed at Mount? JH played a hell of a game, especially on defense. Mount's D will shut down MHB just like last year and we'll probably score a defensive TD. Folks, this Mount team is one of the best we've had. And don't worry so much about DF, he'll be just fine.

ROLL RAIDERS ROLL!!

As a TEAM, this year's Raiders are not One of the Best we've had.

Defensively ranks high in the Mount Union Ranks.  Offensively, we've beat up on the little sisters of the poor this year, but have been not as consistent vs. tougher opponents.  Especially with DF not 100% and missing Ruth and Moxie.

I wasn't being negative, just realistic.  I believe Mount Union's Defense is better than last year at this time.  Offense is not as good as last year at this time.  It appears that UMHB defense is as good (or better than) last year, and offense is definitely better with a True QB.

Duh, and the 13th place finisher at the Miss Universe contest is as ugly as a mud fence!

You guys talk down your team better than Darrell K Royal!   

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

Why all the negativity pointed at Mount? JH played a hell of a game, especially on defense. Mount's D will shut down MHB just like last year and we'll probably score a defensive TD. Folks, this Mount team is one of the best we've had. And don't worry so much about DF, he'll be just fine.

ROLL RAIDERS ROLL!!

As a TEAM, this year's Raiders are not One of the Best we've had.

Defensively ranks high in the Mount Union Ranks.  Offensively, we've beat up on the little sisters of the poor this year, but have been not as consistent vs. tougher opponents.  Especially with DF not 100% and missing Ruth and Moxie.

I wasn't being negative, just realistic.  I believe Mount Union's Defense is better than last year at this time.  Offense is not as good as last year at this time.  It appears that UMHB defense is as good (or better than) last year, and offense is definitely better with a True QB.

Duh, and the 13th place finisher at the Miss Universe contest is as ugly as a mud fence!

You guys talk down your team better than Darrell K Royal!   

Merry Christmas to you too Ralph.  I'm just stating the obvious. Anyone who has watched the team this year would agree.

The Offense has been very pedestrian versus quality opponents.  The Defense has been spectacular, but still inconsistent at times.

Mount Union can win a Defensive Battle, but won't win a shootout this week.

[Desertraider]

Ralph...I didn't think Ms Ghana was ugly as a mud fence but she isn't my type and she certainly lacked the qualities to wear the crown.  I really thought Ms Venezuela was going to win. 

[Ralph Turner]

Ralph...I didn't think Ms Ghana was ugly as a mud fence but she isn't my type and she certainly lacked the qualities to wear the crown.  I really thought Ms Venezuela was going to win. 

ROTFL     +1!

[skunks_sidekick]

I will not be attending the Stagg this year (and not because it's in TX) as Jr. is graduating on Saturday from OU & I am looking forward to seeing my youngest walking to get his degree in the Convo Center.  Now he just needs to find a job, get his own place, and start taking care of dad.   

A few of us are getting together somewhere in the Canton area to watch the game.  Preferably a place that will give us a big screen & sound.  I am efforting that venue these next few days.

[formerd3db]

I will not be attending the Stagg this year (and not because it's in TX) as Jr. is graduating on Saturday from OU & I am looking forward to seeing my youngest walking to get his degree in the Convo Center.  Now he just needs to find a job, get his own place, and start taking care of dad.   

A few of us are getting together somewhere in the Canton area to watch the game.  Preferably a place that will give us a big screen & sound.  I am efforting that venue these next few days.

Hey, skunks:
Congratulations on your son graduating from OU!  A wonderful accomplishment not only by him, but also on your part as a supportive, caring parent.  I wish him all the best and I do not doubt he will get a good job.  Wishing you an enjoyable weekend both for the graduation and also watching the Stagg Bowl.

I am looking forward to when the Stagg moves to Canton, OH after next year.  Like you, not because I have anything against Texas, however, I am like John Madden in that I have a fear of flying and drive for conferences, vacations, etc.    A much more viable drive to Ohio (and even Salem) than going to Texas!  Anyway, I hope the Stagg ends up being a great game, similar to this past weekend's Army/Navy game!

BTW, one last mention:  Ferris State in our own state plays for the NCAA Div. II National Championship.  I personally thought they should have won the national football title 2 and 3 years ago as I believe they had better teams then, however, they were knocked out in the early rounds of the playoffs.  However, they apparently are better as they have beat some tough teams in this year's playoffs.  IF they win, Ferris will be one of the few colleges/universities to win national championship titles in both basketball and football in the same year.

[formerd3db]

Sorry gentlemen, but I have to ask this.  A huge semifinal game for Mount and at their own stadium and you only had 1725 in attendance for the game.  I realize we recently have talked about declining attendance everywhere, but...what's with that?  Disappointing, IMO, and we didn't have any holidays in the mix at this particular date. Your thoughts? 

[D O.C.]

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I have faith in them

[Blutarsky]

Sorry gentlemen, but I have to ask this.  A huge semifinal game for Mount and at their own stadium and you only had 1725 in attendance for the game.  I realize we recently have talked about declining attendance everywhere, but...what's with that?  Disappointing, IMO, and we didn't have any holidays in the mix at this particular date. Your thoughts?

ESPN3

[joelmama]

Three weeks ago I read the tea leaves and got a flight and hotel in Houston.  1st Stagg bowl in 15 or so years.

[Desertraider]

Sorry gentlemen, but I have to ask this.  A huge semifinal game for Mount and at their own stadium and you only had 1725 in attendance for the game.  I realize we recently have talked about declining attendance everywhere, but...what's with that?  Disappointing, IMO, and we didn't have any holidays in the mix at this particular date. Your thoughts?

ESPN3

Close. It wasn't locked so ESPNFREE. 

[rscl70]

Sorry gentlemen, but I have to ask this.  A huge semifinal game for Mount and at their own stadium and you only had 1725 in attendance for the game.  I realize we recently have talked about declining attendance everywhere, but...what's with that?  Disappointing, IMO, and we didn't have any holidays in the mix at this particular date. Your thoughts?

1.  Not much respect for the opponent from the uninformed locals.  Had it been White Water or UMHB or SJU the turnout would have been better.
2.  Nobody wants to sit in the cold to watch another boring Mount Union blow out.  (I have heard this many, many times in local pubs.)
3.  ESPN