FB: Midwest Conference

[piopride10]

Well the only game I predict I get wrong.  I still doubt the HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE in the MWC though.  I hate to argue with other Carroll alumns but if you look at the start of the game IC's first 2 possessions were the result of created turnovers.  We agreed that away games throw off your rhythm but obviously not IC's who got a fumble and then missed an opening FG.  Anyway, the rushing stats from LFC surprised me and I guess I doubted their ground attack.  Way to prove me wrong LFC!  A lot of good games this weekend but I'm lookin at the CU vs MC game.  Carroll's been a pleasant surprise, Monmouth is as dominant as predicted.  Should be fun.  As for me, no more predictions.  1 year out of playing Carroll football and LFC all the sudden has a great rushing attack.  I must be taking crazy pills.

[MWCfan787]

Predictions for this Saturday:

RIPON over Illinois College by 10 - decent game, Ripon too much in the end

LAWRENCE over Grinnell by 9  - Lawrence seems to play well at home (18-16 lead over Norbie in the 2nd)

Knox over BELOIT by 3  - Sadly, it's the Game of the Week.  toughest one to call, might be the toilet bowl game of the yr

MONMOUTH over Carroll by 35 - I know this was a 6-3 game just last yr, but I think Monmouth is on a mission

NORBERT over Lake Forest by 19 - If Norbie would've had to make the long trip this might have been game of the week

As far as this whole #11 from Ripon topic, who cares Ripon got beat bad and they better have a handful of Primetime's if they think they are going to stop the Monmouth passing game this year.  I might eat my words, but I'm gonna say there is probably a 10-0 finish for MC this year (first time saying it, now I'm nervous)

[fightintitan2006]

No one has mnetioned that Walters rshed for 160 yards and 2 TDs against Oshkosh, but has been out since...huge loss and probably the reason RC hasnt blown out their last two opponents.

Anyone know if and when Walters is coming back and what the injury was? They may not challenge MC or SNC without him.

[The Roop]

Whats the story Roop...did Beloit have a load of kids quit?

No. I was merely trying to make a point about keeping things to yourself. Sure it's frustrating to get one handed to you like that but certain talk is best kept in the locker room or your dorm room. Not immediately after the game so that all may hear.

[fightintitan2006]

Based on scores so far in comparison to last year, the Bucs appear vastly improved and a five or six win season within reach.

[sncfballfan]

I read in an article that walters is out with a broken thumb which would appear to be a loss for Ripon but all it takes is for someone to come in and run the ball well in that offense & it appears they have that find.

[The Roop]

Based on scores so far in comparison to last year, the Bucs appear vastly improved and a five or six win season within reach.

6 might be pushing it unless they play well @Lake Forest. That has always been a tough one for them. They should get past Knox and IC at home and be able to take care of LU and Grinnell on the road. So I'm looking for 5-5 this year.

NRO Security is currently surveying golf courses in the Lake Forest area as I'd like to get a round in before the game.

[SNCOLDAD]

Hump Day. OK. Lake Forest at St Norbert. Well the NSC offense got it together last week very well. Passing was improved as was the running game. O-Line did a good job but of course I am biased. 

I see a lot of guys working hard out there and learning.

SNC will win Saturday, and probably by a substantial margin. But LFC is an improved group and I expect a pretty entertaining game.

I will be looking for LFC supporters on the highway northbound on Saturday morning. 

[fightintitan2006]

Roop, werent you at 0 karma during basketball season?

[The Roop]

Roop, werent you at 0 karma during basketball season?

Yes. Then many realized that the NRO was keeping the Illuminati in check. Therefore, the universe shall unfold as it should.

[ICLBAlum08]

Predictions for this weeks games:

          The blueboys played alright last week though they couldn't pull of a victory against LF. I'm hoping to see a possible upset this week up in cheeshead country! no pun intended. Although all the years i played there we played terrible at ripon, don't know what it was but it seemed we always played a terrible first half and a great 2nd half.

     IC @ Ripon - although i am a blueboy alum, ripon whens by 2 TD's
     Grinnell @ Lawrence - I'm going with a Grinnell upset with a strong 4th Q
     Knox @ Beloit - Beloit puts some serious points on the board, wins by 14
     Carroll @ Monmouth - Monmouth by atleast 3 TD's, They have the states all time leading rusher from my old high school
     LF @ Norbert - Game of the week, could be somewhat close, could be a blowout, although ripon and IC could be quite a showdown too, depending on what IC team shows up

[SNCOLDAD]

ICLB, Great picks. I like your insight and also you are not a homer. Very good. Well I have seen both Grinnell and Lawrence play this year. If the QB at Lawrence has half as good a game as he did last week, I will disagree with you on that pick. I do not think Larry Loses!

Knox - Beloit. I like hearing that one of the traditional cellar teams can put up some points. That means on any given Saturday..... 

Good luck to all and stay healthy.

[bluenote]

Lawrence is going to kick poon! Plus their library rocks!

[Maverick]

Knox at Beloit - BC
Grinnell at Lawrence - LU
Carroll at Monmouth - MC
Illinois College at Ripon - RC
Lake Forest at St. Norbert - SNC

Not alot of surprises--the top 3 remain undefeated in MWC action while Beloit and Lawrence both pick up their first conference wins of the year (mainly just picking them because they're at home).

Good luck Fighting Scots!   I'll be in attendance for this one!

[MWCfan787]

Monmouth - 20  Carroll - 20    at the half

really surprised with CC ability to move the ball, this one is a ballgame