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[Mugsy]

... except in the picking-on-you-people sense. I'm sure that CardinalAlum will agree with me that, when it comes to rivalry gibes, just because it's Wheaton means that it is always easy.

Lol.  With me it only takes saying one word.

WHEATIE!!!

ARRRGGGGHHHHH...

[CardinalAlum]

"Tale of the Tape" – North Central vs. Cal Lutheran

Records:
   North Central:       8-2, 6-1
   Cal Lutheran:        8-1, 7-0

Statistical Category	North Central	Cal Lutheran	Comment
Offense Scoring	39.2	45.6
Defense Scoring	14.7	24.2
Off Pass Efficiency	154.0	163.8
Off Pass Completion %	64.0	65.5
Off Pass YPG	217.6	308.3
Off Pass TD's	17	34
Off INT's	7	9
Def Pass Efficiency	92.2	116.0
Def Pass Completion %	52.0	53.9
Def Pass YPG	161.8	229.7
Pass TD's Allowed	6	11
Def INT's	18	10
Kick Return Ave	22.5	16.9
Punt Return Ave	18.5	15.1
Punting Net	36.1	34.8	NCC 38 punts, CLU 34
Turnover Margin	+4	+3
Off Rush YPG	208.6	217.9
Off Yards Per Carry	5.2	5.5
Off Rush TD's	31	19
Def Rush YPG	97.3	195.4
Def Yards Per Carry	2.8	4.8
Def Rush TD's Allowed	7	16
Total Offense	426.2	526.2
Total Defense	259.1	425.1
Sacks By	32	16
Sacks Allowed	12	12	NCC: 250 pass attempts, CLU: 333
1st Downs	214	243
1st Downs Allowed	151	196
Penalty YPG	59.6	91.8
Red Zone Offense	86.5	82.7	NCC 38 TDs, 7 FG's : CLU 35 TDs, 8 FG's
Red Zone Defense	59.3	76.5
Off 3rd Down Conv %	44.1	46.4
Opp 3rd Down Conv %	26.4	33.3
Field Goals	11 of 18	9 of 10
PAT's	51 of 51	53 of 55
Time of Pos	29:54	28:47

The one number that really stands out to me is the Def. Rushing yards allowed per game!   
Keeping the CLU offense off the field will be key and this will surely help our cause if these numbers run true to form.  Would have loved to get to the game but I'm pretty sure my kids will appreciate the "extra" $1000 in my pocket a month before Christmas!   

[NCF]

"Tale of the Tape" – North Central vs. Cal Lutheran

Records:
   North Central:       8-2, 6-1
   Cal Lutheran:        8-1, 7-0

Statistical Category	North Central	Cal Lutheran	Comment
Offense Scoring	39.2	45.6
Defense Scoring	14.7	24.2
Off Pass Efficiency	154.0	163.8
Off Pass Completion %	64.0	65.5
Off Pass YPG	217.6	308.3
Off Pass TD's	17	34
Off INT's	7	9
Def Pass Efficiency	92.2	116.0
Def Pass Completion %	52.0	53.9
Def Pass YPG	161.8	229.7
Pass TD's Allowed	6	11
Def INT's	18	10
Kick Return Ave	22.5	16.9
Punt Return Ave	18.5	15.1
Punting Net	36.1	34.8	NCC 38 punts, CLU 34
Turnover Margin	+4	+3
Off Rush YPG	208.6	217.9
Off Yards Per Carry	5.2	5.5
Off Rush TD's	31	19
Def Rush YPG	97.3	195.4
Def Yards Per Carry	2.8	4.8
Def Rush TD's Allowed	7	16
Total Offense	426.2	526.2
Total Defense	259.1	425.1
Sacks By	32	16
Sacks Allowed	12	12	NCC: 250 pass attempts, CLU: 333
1st Downs	214	243
1st Downs Allowed	151	196
Penalty YPG	59.6	91.8
Red Zone Offense	86.5	82.7	NCC 38 TDs, 7 FG's : CLU 35 TDs, 8 FG's
Red Zone Defense	59.3	76.5
Off 3rd Down Conv %	44.1	46.4
Opp 3rd Down Conv %	26.4	33.3
Field Goals	11 of 18	9 of 10
PAT's	51 of 51	53 of 55
Time of Pos	29:54	28:47

The one number that really stands out to me is the Def. Rushing yards allowed per game!   
Keeping the CLU offense off the field will be key and this will surely help our cause if these numbers run true to form.  Would have loved to get to the game but I'm pretty sure my kids will appreciate the "extra" $1000 in my pocket a month before Christmas!   

As would mine-but-oh well-Christmas in January isn't all that bad-is it?

[ncc58]

"Tale of the Tape" – North Central vs. Cal Lutheran

Records:
   North Central:       8-2, 6-1
   Cal Lutheran:        8-1, 7-0

Statistical Category	North Central	Cal Lutheran	Comment
Offense Scoring	39.2	45.6
Defense Scoring	14.7	24.2
Off Pass Efficiency	154.0	163.8
Off Pass Completion %	64.0	65.5
Off Pass YPG	217.6	308.3
Off Pass TD's	17	34
Off INT's	7	9
Def Pass Efficiency	92.2	116.0
Def Pass Completion %	52.0	53.9
Def Pass YPG	161.8	229.7
Pass TD's Allowed	6	11
Def INT's	18	10
Kick Return Ave	22.5	16.9
Punt Return Ave	18.5	15.1
Punting Net	36.1	34.8	NCC 38 punts, CLU 34
Turnover Margin	+4	+3
Off Rush YPG	208.6	217.9
Off Yards Per Carry	5.2	5.5
Off Rush TD's	31	19
Def Rush YPG	97.3	195.4
Def Yards Per Carry	2.8	4.8
Def Rush TD's Allowed	7	16
Total Offense	426.2	526.2
Total Defense	259.1	425.1
Sacks By	32	16
Sacks Allowed	12	12	NCC: 250 pass attempts, CLU: 333
1st Downs	214	243
1st Downs Allowed	151	196
Penalty YPG	59.6	91.8
Red Zone Offense	86.5	82.7	NCC 38 TDs, 7 FG's : CLU 35 TDs, 8 FG's
Red Zone Defense	59.3	76.5
Off 3rd Down Conv %	44.1	46.4
Opp 3rd Down Conv %	26.4	33.3
Field Goals	11 of 18	9 of 10
PAT's	51 of 51	53 of 55
Time of Pos	29:54	28:47

The one number that really stands out to me is the Def. Rushing yards allowed per game!   
Keeping the CLU offense off the field will be key and this will surely help our cause if these numbers run true to form.  Would have loved to get to the game but I'm pretty sure my kids will appreciate the "extra" $1000 in my pocket a month before Christmas!   

Yep, CLU has given up a lot of yards (hence their ranking on 201), especially on the ground. i think there was a comment on the SCIAC board that in their last game, it was close in the first half as their opponent controlled the TOP stat early by running successfully. Their defensive stats aren't what I would expect from the #8 team, but they played a lot of high scoring games.

CLU had a DT on this week's team of the week with 10 tackles, and 25 in his last two games. That's just sick for a DT. Hopefully, the Cards will be able to neutralize him.

[emma17]

So if the games were played on the Stat sheets, it would be NCC and Coe advancing.

I'm more confident about NCC this weekend as I HAVE to believe they have figured out a way to limit the damage of a very good passing team. 

As for Elmhurst, the problem I'm having in getting on their wagon is that I only saw the first half of their game vs. IWU.  Although I think Scottie Williams is fantastic, I didn't see a whole lot of reason to think this is a team that will win playoff games.  Perhaps if I had stayed around for the second half I'd have a different opinion.  Of course, perhaps I would have stayed for the second half if Elmhurst had any seating.  What's up with the tiny stands anyway?  The slice of Kirkland pizza was bigger than the home stands.

As a side note, how many have experienced this perplexing statement when ordering pizza:  "I'll take one slice of cheese and one slice of cheese and sausage".  "Sorry we only have cheese or sausage". 

[79jaybird]

Elmhurst will be able to move the ball on Coe.  Offensively, I think Williams and Co. can handle it.  It's on the defensive side of the ball I would be worried about.  Elmhurst gives up just as much as they put up.  That formula won't work in the playoffs. 

[NCCDAD]

There is a party being planned in downtown Naperville(final destination not determined as of yet) for all who want to watch the game and have some fun. We are heading out on Friday, hoping to see a great play-off game.

Any information on this get together will be appreciated!  I am trying to find flights out to the game but if that doesn't work out, I'd love to watch with other Cardinal Fans!
Thank you

The party is at Bar Louie. Contact mary reynolds in the alumni office if you want to  attend.
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THANK YOU!!!

[Jack Parkman]

Chiming in from the SCIAC board regarding the CLU/NCC game.  *I will put a disclaimer here that I know very little about NCC*

Cal Lu is a very explosive offensive team that has had a lot of big plays this year.  Eric Rodgers is about as good as it gets in D3 for receivers.  That being said, there are plenty of others that can hurt you.  The freshman RB is small and quick as hell and finished with over 1,000 yards in 9 games.  The QB that is playing now was the backup at the start of the year and after the starter went down, he stepped in and even with the original starter healthy he is still in there.  He has been very solid as the starter.

The defense has been beat up the past few weeks.  It seems like Cal Lu is playing a very intense game of "bend, don't break" and so far they have not broke.  I believe one of their top DL guys will be back this weekend (what they were saying on the broadcast last week).  There are a lot of new faces on D and who knows what will happen.  The last 2 weeks they have played teams with RB's that went over 1,000 yards in 9 games so that could be a slight bit misleading, or it could be a glimpse into what could happen this weekend.

Overall I think this game is a 50/50 matchup.  Yes, they have 1 common opponent but I don't really read into that stuff too much.  Obviously NCC is a very solid team and have been for years and Cal Lu is still a little bit of an "up-and-comer" but if anyone questions how good Cal Lu is, just ask the Linfield guys.  Those 2 teams have been battling for the past few years and there is no denying the closeness of a few games.  Cal Lu went to PLU to open up the year and beat them which was a huge win for them, or they would be on the road for the 1st round.

The biggest advantage (IMO) is that CLU is at home and NCC has to travel.  Although it is a fairly simple travel plan from Chicago to LAX, these are still 20 year olds who do not travel like this during the season.  The routine for CLU is the same but who knows, that might not matter at all.

My prediction-  I think this will be a very physical game that turns into a shootout.  I would not be the least bit surprised if either team won.

[robertgoulet]

Chiming in from the SCIAC board regarding the CLU/NCC game.  *I will put a disclaimer here that I know very little about NCC*

Cal Lu is a very explosive offensive team that has had a lot of big plays this year.  Eric Rodgers is about as good as it gets in D3 for receivers.  That being said, there are plenty of others that can hurt you.  The freshman RB is small and quick as hell and finished with over 1,000 yards in 9 games.  The QB that is playing now was the backup at the start of the year and after the starter went down, he stepped in and even with the original starter healthy he is still in there.  He has been very solid as the starter.

The defense has been beat up the past few weeks.  It seems like Cal Lu is playing a very intense game of "bend, don't break" and so far they have not broke.  I believe one of their top DL guys will be back this weekend (what they were saying on the broadcast last week).  There are a lot of new faces on D and who knows what will happen.  The last 2 weeks they have played teams with RB's that went over 1,000 yards in 9 games so that could be a slight bit misleading, or it could be a glimpse into what could happen this weekend.

Overall I think this game is a 50/50 matchup.  Yes, they have 1 common opponent but I don't really read into that stuff too much.  Obviously NCC is a very solid team and have been for years and Cal Lu is still a little bit of an "up-and-comer" but if anyone questions how good Cal Lu is, just ask the Linfield guys.  Those 2 teams have been battling for the past few years and there is no denying the closeness of a few games.  Cal Lu went to PLU to open up the year and beat them which was a huge win for them, or they would be on the road for the 1st round.

The biggest advantage (IMO) is that CLU is at home and NCC has to travel.  Although it is a fairly simple travel plan from Chicago to LAX, these are still 20 year olds who do not travel like this during the season.  The routine for CLU is the same but who knows, that might not matter at all.

My prediction-  I think this will be a very physical game that turns into a shootout.  I would not be the least bit surprised if either team won.

I just want to say, fantastic handle!

[robertgoulet]

Didn't see this posted yet, but CCIW All-Conference was announced yesterday http://www.cciw.org/sports/2012/11/13/FB_1113124710.aspx?id=783&

Art Keller Offensive Player of the Year
Scottie Williams - Elmhurst

Don Larson Defensive Player of the Year
Erik Westerberg - Augustana

Bob Reade Coach of the Year
Tim Lester - Elmhurst

FIRST TEAM DEFENSE             Pos. Yr.
Garrett Cook - Wheaton     DB Sr.
Jamall Lane - Elmhurst     DB Sr.
Shane Dierking - North Central     DB Jr.
Josh Mitchell - North Central     DB Sr.
Pat Dansdill - Wheaton     LB Sr.
Joey Michals - North Central     LB Sr.
Wayne Tuckson - Elmhurst     LB Sr.
Erik Westerberg - Augustana     LB Jr.
Brandon Dykstra - Wheaton     DL Jr.
Josh Fick - North Central     DL Jr.
Tyler O'Brien - Carthage     DL Sr.
Alex Tripp - North Central     DL Jr.

FIRST TEAM OFFENSE     Pos. Yr.
Jordan Roberts - Wheaton     QB Sr.
Nick Kukuc - North Central     RB Sr.
Scottie Williams - Elmhurst     RB Sr.
Morgan Cook - Wheaton     WR Sr.
Mark Hiben - Wheaton     WR So.
Erik Tobey - Millikin     WR Sr.
Vince Gabrys - Elmhurst     TE Jr.
Spencer Clark - Wheaton     OL So.
Charlie Homoky - Elmhurst     OL Sr.
Chris Kirkpatrick - Elmhurst     OL Sr.
Peter Stamos - Elmhurst     OL Sr.
Jace Werkheiser - North Central     OL Jr.
Greg Whalen - North Central     OL Jr.

FIRST TEAM SPECIALISTS     Pos. Yr.
Justin Swider - Wheaton     RS Jr.
Brett Bukari - Carthage     K Jr.
Sam Cote - Wheaton     K So.
Tyler Rasche - North Central     P Sr.

SECOND TEAM DEFENSE     Pos. Yr.
Tyrell Bolden - Illinois Wesleyan     DB So.
Connor Douglas - North Central     DB Jr.
Matt Glawe - Augustana     DB Sr.
Stephen McGinnis - Illinois Wesleyan     DB Jr.
Matt McReynolds - Wheaton     DB Sr.
Brett Anderson - Wheaton     LB Jr.
J.D. Draminski - Augustana     LB Sr.
Connor Klein - Illinois Wesleyan     LB So.
Brandon Mecozzi - Carthage     LB Sr.
Marquette Moore - Millikin     LB Sr.
Sam VanHeest - Wheaton     LB Sr.
Trey Cunningham - Illinois Wesleyan     DL Sr.
Mike Merucci - Carthage     DL Sr.
Sean McIntyre - Augustana     DL So.
Dan Vicari - Elmhurst     DL Sr.

SECOND TEAM OFFENSE     Pos. Yr.
Matt Holmes - Millikin     QB Sr.
Rob Gallik - Illinois Wesleyan     QB Jr.
Eric Chandler - Augustana     RB Jr.
Matt Hassan - North Park     RB Sr.
Jordan Tassio - North Central     RB Sr.
Alex Garvey - Illinois Wesleyan     WR Jr.
Tate Musselman - Illinois Wesleyan     WR Sr.
Chad O'Kane - North Central     WR Jr.
Kyle Snow - Augustana     WR Jr.
Peter Sorenson - North Central     WR So.
Parker Carroll - Illinois Wesleyan     TE Sr.
Ryan Maguire - Elmhurst     TE Sr.
Mike Kautz - Augustana     OL Sr.
Niall Mulcahy - Illinois Wesleyan     OL So.
Jesse Peterson - Wheaton     OL Sr.
Eric Whitaker - Millikin     OL Jr.

(edited for formatting)

[robertgoulet]

2 things:

1) Elmhurst OL getting lots of love (rightfully so).

2) I didn't realize Hiben was a Soph. My oh my are CCIW DBs in trouble.

[CalLuforLife]

NCC fans....we're looking to forward to hosting you on Saturday and showing off our beautiful weather and fantastic new athletic complex. Looks like the forecast is calling for rain but I hope they're wrong. This is our first home playoff game since 1979 as well as our first playoff game against a team other than Linfield since 1979 (0-4 since '79).

It's no secret that our defense has been decimated by injuries and I don't see us winning a 17-14 game. Eric Rogers is the best football player in the 50-year history of the football program and we look forward to showing him off to the country.

Looking forward to Saturday,

Eric '93

[D O.C.]

Strategies. X's and O's.

Comparative history...

2011 Redlands 9/3 vs. North Central (Ill.)• W, 35-29
2011 Redlands 10/6 vs. Cal Lutheran  • L, 45-35

[NCF]

Strategies. X's and O's.

Comparative history...

2011 Redlands 9/3 vs. North Central (Ill.)• W, 35-29
2011 Redlands 10/6 vs. Cal Lutheran  • L, 45-35

2012 Redlands 9/8 vs. North Central-L 16-42
2012 Redlands 10/6 vs Cal Lutheran-L 35-45

I can see this game being close, but hoping the Cardinals score early (and often)

[AndOne]

Daily Herald article on the North Central, Elmhurst, & Wheaton tie atop the CCIW:

https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121113/sports/711139609/