FB: Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference

Boxer7806 · October 24, 2017, 01:59:20 PM

A pretty blah slate of games this week, and really last week too. Bridgewater gave West Conn a good game and played well despite having some key injuries to deal with. I guess the big game of the week is West Conn and Fitchburg, but I think West Conn is the better team. Couple years ago I think West Conn needed overtime in a very similar situation to beat Fitchburg, so maybe there is some intrigue in that game. But, I think the most suspense right now is with Cortland, if they continue to win out, then Framingham will have a shot at an at large bid, and possibly another 2 bid MASAC playoff run. I know a lot of people will hate that, but its certainly a possibility.

D3MAFAN · October 24, 2017, 02:52:20 PM

Quote from: Boxer7806 on October 24, 2017, 01:59:20 PM
A pretty blah slate of games this week, and really last week too. Bridgewater gave West Conn a good game and played well despite having some key injuries to deal with. I guess the big game of the week is West Conn and Fitchburg, but I think West Conn is the better team. Couple years ago I think West Conn needed overtime in a very similar situation to beat Fitchburg, so maybe there is some intrigue in that game. But, I think the most suspense right now is with Cortland, if they continue to win out, then Framingham will have a shot at an at large bid, and possibly another 2 bid MASCAC playoff run. I know a lot of people will hate that, but its certainly a possibility.

Although a possibility, I think we would need for two of those strong Pool B/C teams to lose. That being either Springfield, Case Western Reserve, or Hardin-Simmons. Also, we would need for some other strong conference one-loss teams to lose another game as well (such as Wesley, Frostburg, St. Johns, etc...) I am sure these scenarios will be discussed in the Pool C section. I just want the Rams to play a complete game.

D3MAFAN · October 30, 2017, 10:45:30 AM

Big weekend in the MASCAC, the RAMS will have to play lights out and win impressively to hold on to an outside chance. The Colonials control there own destiny as well, if they win out they are the champs. The crowd will be in full effect come Saturday and will definitely play. I think each team knows what is at stake and I believe that distasteful feeling the RAMS have from its Week 7 loss will get them ready. Now regarding this past weekend, I am still looking for some consistency on the offensive side, we truly do not have an identity. Defense is definitely our strong suit, again getting timely turnovers has help RAMS this year and only allowing 2 touchdowns per game. FG's still an issue

, would be undefeated.

Boxer7806 · November 02, 2017, 04:36:33 PM

I think West Conn is going to win this one. This game means more for West Conn. then it does for Framingham, as a Win gives West Conn the auto-bid. Framingham's offense just stinks as of right now and the defense has been carrying the team. I think West Conn. is able to put up the points necessary to win this. I think the final is 29-17 West Conn.

Plymouth v Fitchburg is the other meaningful game and Plymouth should be able to run the ball on Fitch. and shut them down defensively, as they have everyone except West Conn, and get a W. Final 27-7 Plymouth.

ITH radio · November 03, 2017, 09:48:28 AM

Technically West Conn needs to win it's last two games to get the Pool A bid. This is clearly the tougher of two, however, so if they do beat the Rams, the Colonels will be in good shape.

D3MAFAN · November 06, 2017, 10:33:56 AM

There is still a chance!

D3MAFAN · November 08, 2017, 09:50:24 AM

Big game this week against Worcester State, we can't have a let down after a crazy game last weekend. There is still an outside chance and our SOS schedule numbers will continue to improve. If we win decisively, we can strengthen our case. Good thing this is the game is at home for Senior day.

Boxer7806 · November 12, 2017, 08:50:03 PM

Decent matchup for Plymouth St. against Brockport. Have a better breakdown later this week. Plymouth should be well rested.

D3MAFAN · November 12, 2017, 09:26:02 PM

Let's go make history Ply State, your defense is really good and Brockport has been battling injuries at key positions,. Good Luck and play well, remember no one gave Bridgewater a chance last year and that game went to OT. Continue to play that bend don't break defense and capitalize on mistakes.

fulbakdad · November 12, 2017, 10:08:23 PM

I agree on the decent match up. But I think the Plymouth Offense won't be able to answer the bell.....

bports · November 12, 2017, 10:52:02 PM

34-13 Brockport. This team is just way to good for Plymouth to hang.

south hill observer · November 12, 2017, 11:32:09 PM

Brockport beats Plymouth State 40-7 if Germanio is playing. The Brockport OL is massive and will impose their will.

The_MASCACman · November 15, 2017, 08:48:45 AM

I think Plymouth State will put up a solid fight against Brockport. They have a very good defense and if they can create some turnovers and control the time of possession they have the ability to make it interesting. It is too bad Framingham is left out of the playoffs, I think if Wojenski was healthy the entire season they go undefeated and would have had an opportunity to get a playoff win in the east. I am rooting for Plymouth to knock Brockport and gain some respect for the MASCAC! Unlike Framingham, Plymouth does not have a ton of experience playing top tier OOC opponents. It will be interesting to see if the lights are too bright for them and how they respond to playing on the road in a playoff environment!

D3MAFAN · November 15, 2017, 09:50:02 AM

Quote from: south hill observer on November 12, 2017, 11:32:09 PM
Brockport beats Plymouth State 40-7 if Germanio is playing. The Brockport OL is massive and will impose their will.

Sheesh, they may as well not play the game. I don't see any data backing that up. You probably never watch a game all year of Ply State. You are going off of pure history from 5+ years ago.

D3MAFAN · November 15, 2017, 09:56:36 AM

Quote from: The_MASCACman on November 15, 2017, 08:48:45 AM
I think Plymouth State will put up a solid fight against Brockport. They have a very good defense and if they can create some turnovers and control the time of possession they have the ability to make it interesting. It is too bad Framingham is left out of the playoffs, I think if Wojenski was healthy the entire season they go undefeated and would have had an opportunity to get a playoff win in the east. I am rooting for Plymouth to knock Brockport and gain some respect for the MASCAC! Unlike Framingham, Plymouth does not have a ton of experience playing top tier OOC opponents. It will be interesting to see if the lights are too bright for them and how they respond to playing on the road in a playoff environment!

Thanks for the post MASCAC man, your post is more reasonable. I do wish my RAMS were in it, however our conference have to win the key OOC games we have and win a few against our other prestigious ER teams. Framingham took a big step this year, but failed to win the conference. I have came to terms with not making the playoff, but as long as from top to bottom we don't perform, if our "better" team(s) don't go undefeated within conference, we risk not having our "better" representative. Nevertheless, I think Ply has a very good defense, but their offense have to be creative to get points on the Board. Defense do win championships, but this Ply defense can't get caught on the field for long periods against top notch competition like Brockport. I am hoping we can get the upset, which will result in the other ER fans giving us credit, but the national fan base saying "I told you the East" was weak.