B1G week 8

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Oregon@Purdue- tickets are as low as 19.00 to see an ass whopping.

Nebraska@Indiana-hot ticket in Bloomington at the low of 127.00. Good to see the interest level up.

Wisconsin@Northwestern-tickets as low as 130.00 to see this game? That's wild.

UCLA@Rutgers-tickets as low as 23.00 to see the most traveled team in UCLA at 25,000 miles this year.

Michigan@Illinois-91 bones to see Bert in his 5x tarp coat take on the unpredictable Wolverines.

Usc@Maryland-23 bucks to see this interesting matchup on the East Coast.

Iowa@Michigan State-51 bucks to see this one. Another odd game to me

Shoot the shit!
 
I was not actively rooting against OSU at all. I had their 28.5 TT pretty big and that felt like it took forever to cash.

I was surprised at how crisp the Oregon offense was -- not so much on the OSU end but the fact that Oregon has had some issues this year (as we spoke of in last week's thread). Nice work Dillon.

On the flip, we can make Jeremiah eligible for the draft ASAP ;).

This loss does nothing to the OSU playoff chances. Even another loss, they'll be fine.

That being said, they know what they have to work on.

I also have a better feeling on the Ducks -- moreso like preseason than the first month+
 
Oh, PSU is ranked #3?

Lol.

That schedule is ridiculously easy. Their loss is OSU, right?

So, I think we can pencil in (rough draft) PSU, OSU and Oregon into the playoffs.

Already capping the playoffs!
 
B.A.R. said:
I was not actively rooting against OSU at all. I had their 28.5 TT pretty big and that felt like it took forever to cash.

I was surprised at how crisp the Oregon offense was -- not so much on the OSU end but the fact that Oregon has had some issues this year (as we spoke of in last week's thread). Nice work Dillon.

On the flip, we can make Jeremiah eligible for the draft ASAP ;).

This loss does nothing to the OSU playoff chances. Even another loss, they'll be fine.

That being said, they know what they have to work on.

I also have a better feeling on the Ducks -- moreso like preseason than the first month+
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As OSU fan, I'm not so sure about that. I mean, they need to settle on a defensive approach that doesn't both cause zero havoc and also give up a bunch of chunk plays, but I'm not sure that they're aligned on a solution (esp with the Knowles/Johnson rift ongoing). And the offense (and coaching staff) needs to do much better with clock management. But whatever they do to work on those two areas, we're talking about significant changes in approach (at least on the defensive side) that can't really be tested except against top-flight competition. No offense to Nebraska, Indiana and Michigan, but at Penn State on Nov 2nd might be the only chance they have to evaluate their progress in these areas (though the Indiana game could be another good data point for defensive changes, as IU offense certainly can get chunk plays).
 
BiffTFinancial said:
As OSU fan, I'm not so sure about that. I mean, they need to settle on a defensive approach that doesn't both cause zero havoc and also give up a bunch of chunk plays, but I'm not sure that they're aligned on a solution (esp with the Knowles/Johnson rift ongoing). And the offense (and coaching staff) needs to do much better with clock management. But whatever they do to work on those two areas, we're talking about significant changes in approach (at least on the defensive side) that can't really be tested except against top-flight competition. No offense to Nebraska, Indiana and Michigan, but at Penn State on Nov 2nd might be the only chance they have to evaluate their progress in these areas (though the Indiana game could be another good data point for defensive changes, as IU offense certainly can get chunk plays).
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OSU has no identity. Haven't for a few years. That's on the staff. You run like hell for a half then throw for a quarter. Blitz for a quarter then zone for 3. No consistency.
 
HUNT said:
OSU has no identity. Haven't for a few years. That's on the staff. You run like hell for a half then throw for a quarter. Blitz for a quarter then zone for 3. No consistency.
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I wish I could argue with you, Hunt, but I can't. I know that the injury to Simmons impacted the running game, but great teams/programs overcome stuff like that. And they certainly don't blame the officials.
 
BiffTFinancial said:
I wish I could argue with you, Hunt, but I can't. I know that the injury to Simmons impacted the running game, but great teams/programs overcome stuff like that. And they certainly don't blame the officials.
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Hey biff, y'all still have a great squad and should go deep into playoffs imo. I'm just not sure about coach Day like a lot of OSU fans.

Oregon is probably the toughest place to play in the country at night in 2024 and a damn good team. That was a helluva game with you guys being a pussy hair away from winning.
 
One thing this year is to not overreact to a previous weeks results...

As I said last week -- I was curious if Illinois was looking forward to the UM game this week --

Bert's presser comments at least tell me that he was. This game is personal for him.

I don't understand the line, at all. I would have this at PK to be honest.

Now, the Michigan offense will be a bit better with Jack back there. They are switching up the OL, only about 5 weeks late but oh well.

That being said, the Illinois defense isn't as bad as they showed last week. I think we need to erase that from our minds when capping this game.

I haven't played it yet -- but have to lean to the points here!

More thoughts around 9pm tonight -- a bit of work and then an afternoon of fall cleanup first.
 
Here's my opinion on that Illinois performance last week. first of all, it was really interesting that Walters called the offensive plays for Purdue in that game. He clearly knows how to handle Aaron Henry, and he knew it. (BTW, I'm hearing Walters is under investigation for some hanky panky with a subordinate, so stay tuned on that).

First of all, lets digest just how remarkably bad that was. Illinois, which prior to that was definitely "not bad" gave up 288 passing yards and 382 total yards in the second half. That's 12 yards PER PLAY. Now, we all know that when a team is a 23 point favorite and up 27-3, there isn't the attention to detail you would normally see, but come on. Also, Illinois didn't know until Friday's practice that Purdue would be completely revamping their offense with a QB there was no film on, but the complete inability to do anything other than be helpless was astounding.

I also agree that a look ahead aspect was evident there, but if I'm Michigan I have to at least consider trying to ape what Purdue did with Orji.
 
HUNT said:
Hey biff, y'all still have a great squad and should go deep into playoffs imo. I'm just not sure about coach Day like a lot of OSU fans.

Oregon is probably the toughest place to play in the country at night in 2024 and a damn good team. That was a helluva game with you guys being a pussy hair away from winning.
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Yeah, I have no complaints in that they played hard and we got a great game, but man was the defense disappointing (more the coaching/scheme than the effort). I have serious CRD concerns - he's wound really tight and in big games it feels like he's way too in his own head and his worst enemy.
 
The key this week is to not take into account to much from last week on these games...

Both the pro level and college are showing this to more the case than ever.

Early money moving the Oregon line back to where it should be... this game is on a Friday in a venue that has produced massive upsets in the past ... Oregon off their biggest game of the year... this is basically a HT/LIVE bet ONLY. I don't see any reason to force bets. Yeah, I can concede an over thought here.

No clue what happened in that Rutgers and Wisconsin game last week. That was a murder. The Badgers are not that good ad Rutgers is not that bad. Now, UCLA off a bad 2nd half last week travels east to face what should be a pissed off RU squad. I'll be honest, I think this line is 1.5 points short. I'd likely wait into the game to bet though. UCLA has played tough all year, relative to spreads.

Classic spot here as Wisconsin heads to Northwestern sporting a tariff of a TD. Eh, I'd stay far away here. I've seen this story before. Too pricey for me to even think about the favorite and the situation isn't ideal.

Game of the week is certainly Huskers and Hoosiers. I can't wait for this one as we'll have a really good grasp on the end of season for both after this. I love the OVER here and have already bet it at OVER 50.5 -110. Indiana continues to lack respect with regards to totals. This is 27-24 at the least and I expect someone to hit 30-31 here for sure.

Brutal finish for USC last week -- now they head East again to face the Terrapins. I have no clue here to be honest, no interest in all in this game. I'd like to hear @Timh thoughts on the state of the team. That wasn't pretty last Friday night (weird boxscore). I feel like we receive one weird Maryland Friday night game every year!

Iowa and Sparty play a night game in East Lansing. A much needed off week for MSU last time out. The big question is if they continue to let the young kid make multiple mistakes every game or reign in him a bit? I'll study up more on that. Tough defense up front to face. I'm not enamored with much here. MSU has been an under team and weirdly enough Iowa has been the opposite.

**One thing to note-- Michigan State Super Bowl next week -- also at night --

Ohio State
Minnesota
Penn State
Washington

all on byes

Another random note -- Rutgers and USC play at 11pm eastern next week
 
BiffTFinancial said:
As OSU fan, I'm not so sure about that. I mean, they need to settle on a defensive approach that doesn't both cause zero havoc and also give up a bunch of chunk plays, but I'm not sure that they're aligned on a solution (esp with the Knowles/Johnson rift ongoing). And the offense (and coaching staff) needs to do much better with clock management. But whatever they do to work on those two areas, we're talking about significant changes in approach (at least on the defensive side) that can't really be tested except against top-flight competition. No offense to Nebraska, Indiana and Michigan, but at Penn State on Nov 2nd might be the only chance they have to evaluate their progress in these areas (though the Indiana game could be another good data point for defensive changes, as IU offense certainly can get chunk plays).
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The Knowles Johnson rift is the craziest thing I've read in long time if true. Yes that's on Day but also Knowles. You don't take that job unless you have complete control of defense. Negotiation 101. My guess is money was so absurd he just accepted it. But a DC not having total control of D line play is insane. Outside of having a QB nothing more important in football than pressuring the passer.
 
I feel like Nebraska should score some pts on this Indiana defense. Raiola was really bad vs Rutgers, but maybe that was the weather and a way too conservative 2H game plan knowing the opposing offense couldn't do much.

Going to see how good the Nebraska D is and the Indiana O. Could see it going either way there.
 
cubsker said:
I feel like Nebraska should score some pts on this Indiana defense. Raiola was really bad vs Rutgers, but maybe that was the weather and a way too conservative 2H game plan knowing the opposing offense couldn't do much.

Going to see how good the Nebraska D is and the Indiana O. Could see it going either way there.
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Yeah Nebby going to score.

Hence my over.

Feel really good about this one.

So prob 21-20 final.
 
cubsker said:
I feel like Nebraska should score some pts on this Indiana defense. Raiola was really bad vs Rutgers, but maybe that was the weather and a way too conservative 2H game plan knowing the opposing offense couldn't do much.

Going to see how good the Nebraska D is and the Indiana O. Could see it going either way there.
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I personally like Nebraska d this year and think they make more stops than Indiana. It's going to be a close game with the huskers d coming through. Also think Nebraska is more battle tested.
 
I come back to how Neb played vs Shedeur Sanders. Maybe not good enough to win here, but if i can get a 7 again, I'll play.
 
Good spot for Maryland and anytime you give Locksley an extra day to prepare you fire.

Well maybe giving Locks an extra isn't a good thing. Still it was +7.5 or nothing with the Terps for me.
 
HUNT said:
That line keeps rising in Michigan favor. Weird.
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Very odd.

I just cannot fathom Michigan being -11.5/12 at home to this team.

Unless they changed a lot of philosophy in the bye week I don't see this as some commanding win.

The sack rate is the interesting part to watch here today though. Mich DL could have a day.

Still see close game.
 
For what it's worth, I don't like that over in Indiana anymore. I'm stuck on my number and will decide live if given the opportunity. Recapped it again and not the pace I was coming up with initially. That being said, I think we can have a 27-24 game still. Shall see. Definitely not recommending it, even at the 49.5.

Yes, Illinois+5 is a play.

That's my only two bets officially -- over in the big game later(Jorja Texas) and obviously Texas St overs being stalked currently.

Have a Saturday everyone!
 
B.A.R. said:
Very odd.

I just cannot fathom Michigan being -11.5/12 at home to this team.

Unless they changed a lot of philosophy in the bye week I don't see this as some commanding win.

The sack rate is the interesting part to watch here today though. Mich DL could have a day.

Still see close game.
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I do too. Unless Michigan miraculously opens up the pass game for Tuttle. Most likely not though.
 
B.A.R. said:
For what it's worth, I don't like that over in Indiana anymore. I'm stuck on my number and will decide live if given the opportunity. Recapped it again and not the pace I was coming up with initially. That being said, I think we can have a 27-24 game still. Shall see. Definitely not recommending it, even at the 49.5.

Yes, Illinois+5 is a play.

That's my only two bets officially -- over in the big game later(Jorja Texas) and obviously Texas St overs being stalked currently.

Have a Saturday everyone!
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I kind of want Michigan to free fall rest of year anyways. Not a fan of Wink or Campbell and not having a quarterback is a cardinal sin. Let's see what Coach Moore is made of this off season and if it forces them to start paying big time like what happened last year for Ohio State. Especially for a QB. If that doesn't happen and Moore has a shitty year next year then you gotta go get someone else. Jmo.
 
HUNT said:
That line keeps rising in Michigan favor. Weird.
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Illinois starting rb Feagin out may have something to do with it along with the Michigan name.
At first I was leaning hard Illini but now...............thinking wolvs cover.

If Michigan does not cover this spread, off a BYE, with a seasoned QB, Illini without top rb, against an opponent you cannot look past, then I will write off the Wolv coaching staff as incapable. And it could be they are incapable, hoping they are not.
 
V.K. said:
Illinois starting rb Feagin out may have something to do with it along with the Michigan name.
At first I was leaning hard Illini but now...............thinking wolvs cover.

If Michigan does not cover this spread, off a BYE, with a seasoned QB, Illini without top rb, against an opponent you cannot look past, then I will write off the Wolv coaching staff as incapable. And it could be they are incapable, hoping they are not.
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Just the ending of the USC game was all I needed to see that the Michigan staff is incompetent. GL
 
Michigan head coach if given a long leash could go down as their worst head coach in history. As I mentioned above, if you saw the end of their game vs USC, it’s all you needed to see.
Running out the clock they put a receiver in motion who flashes between the center and QB not once but twice and causes a snap to go past the QB. Jeff Fisher like decision making is not good.
 
wiseplayer said:
Michigan head coach if given a long leash could go down as their worst head coach in history. As I mentioned above, if you saw the end of their game vs USC, it’s all you needed to see.
Running out the clock they put a receiver in motion who flashes between the center and QB not once but twice and causes a snap to go past the QB. Jeff Fisher like decision making is not good.
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Head coaches are basically CEOs now.

As @HUNT said, a free fall is better at this point.

He needs to revamp the staff fully.

I'll get into that more tomorrow night or Monday in next week's thread.

I'm not saying Sherrone is a good coach, I truly believe there is a lot more happening that can be fixed with the right moves. Big off-season coming. He wasn't exactly set up for success in some facets entering.
 
Appreciate Hoosiers grabbing the over all by themselves.

I played Illinois again at +5. That was one of the biggest motivational games in sometime. Fwiw, I barely saw the game so I'll watch the quick replay later.
 
wiseplayer said:
Michigan head coach if given a long leash could go down as their worst head coach in history. As I mentioned above, if you saw the end of their game vs USC, it’s all you needed to see.
Running out the clock they put a receiver in motion who flashes between the center and QB not once but twice and causes a snap to go past the QB. Jeff Fisher like decision making is not good.
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That's quite a mega hot take... Worst head coach in history? Lol
 
B.A.R. said:
Head coaches are basically CEOs now.

As @HUNT said, a free fall is better at this point.

He needs to revamp the staff fully.

I'll get into that more tomorrow night or Monday in next week's thread.

I'm not saying Sherrone is a good coach, I truly believe there is a lot more happening that can be fixed with the right moves. Big off-season coming. He wasn't exactly set up for success in some facets entering.
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Lot of things need to be navigated. Sparty super bowl next week.
 
B.A.R. said:
Head coaches are basically CEOs now.

As @HUNT said, a free fall is better at this point.

He needs to revamp the staff fully.

I'll get into that more tomorrow night or Monday in next week's thread.

I'm not saying Sherrone is a good coach, I truly believe there is a lot more happening that can be fixed with the right moves. Big off-season coming. He wasn't exactly set up for success in some facets entering.
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He'd be one and done if I was running the show.
 
B.A.R. said:
Sure but that won't be the case here.
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They are just wasting time keeping him and the truth is he had no business getting the job in the first place. With how much money college coaches are getting paid its basically no different than the NFL and when you know the coach is in over his head you move on.
 
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