toguh call here. I will be surprised if Temple scores once in this game, so leaning PSU. Joe has stated that he is looking to air out the passing game this season.
However lots of talent lost on each side of the ball at PSU. Still a lot of questions about this young team. Also, Joe will certainly have the 2nd and 3rd string in early, maybe by halftime. Joe is also known for NOT running up the score on inferior opponents.
Leaning to PSU, but 25 may be a bit much for my liking.
However lots of talent lost on each side of the ball at PSU. Still a lot of questions about this young team. Also, Joe will certainly have the 2nd and 3rd string in early, maybe by halftime. Joe is also known for NOT running up the score on inferior opponents.
Leaning to PSU, but 25 may be a bit much for my liking.
after evaluating some more, I got down small on PSU -25...may up it before Saturday.
I can't see temple coming up with any kind of offensive yardage here. Although the D line is weak, it is still going to be able to overpower the Temple O line. Linebackers have experience and are playmakers. Secondary is underrrated IMO, and will probably end up with a few INTs. Temple will be lucky to get 7 in the game, probably more like 3.
Likewise, PSU offense, while not highly regarded, should have no trouble bowling over temple. Mills to T. Johnson was a nice combo lat year...I look for him to have 2 TD in this game. Running game may be "by committee" for now, and no one will have a problem looking good against this D. As far as I know, running back slot is still up for decision, so these guys will be playing their hearts out. O line is a ragtag group, but again should be able to manhandle the Temple line. I suspect Michael Robinson will be lining up in the back field and as receiver on occasion (also as QB on the option). He's another big play maker that can make a difference, and I look for him to see the end zone at least once.
Personally, I see PSU as #3 or 4 team in the Big 10 this year (not playing Michigan helps). Should be able to do a lot of damage against a far inferior team here. Also, home field will be huge (see below). Seen a lot of good teams get rattled in Beaver Stadium, and don't think Temple will be able to shake the crowd off.
I see a very one-sided game here. JoePa trying to warm up the offense should lead to some big scoring opportunities for State
(and, yes, this is a very biased opinion
)
PSU 45
Temple 3
BTW house will be packed and crazy this weekend...don't forget to take this into account. Tickets are selling on the street for much more than I expected. should be a packed house of rabid and intoxicated fans. Also this is the first weekend before classes and an afternoon (3:30 local) game. Plenty of time for everyone to get nice and drunk before the game. Beaver Stadium will rock this weekend, probably too wild for temple!
I can't see temple coming up with any kind of offensive yardage here. Although the D line is weak, it is still going to be able to overpower the Temple O line. Linebackers have experience and are playmakers. Secondary is underrrated IMO, and will probably end up with a few INTs. Temple will be lucky to get 7 in the game, probably more like 3.
Likewise, PSU offense, while not highly regarded, should have no trouble bowling over temple. Mills to T. Johnson was a nice combo lat year...I look for him to have 2 TD in this game. Running game may be "by committee" for now, and no one will have a problem looking good against this D. As far as I know, running back slot is still up for decision, so these guys will be playing their hearts out. O line is a ragtag group, but again should be able to manhandle the Temple line. I suspect Michael Robinson will be lining up in the back field and as receiver on occasion (also as QB on the option). He's another big play maker that can make a difference, and I look for him to see the end zone at least once.
Personally, I see PSU as #3 or 4 team in the Big 10 this year (not playing Michigan helps). Should be able to do a lot of damage against a far inferior team here. Also, home field will be huge (see below). Seen a lot of good teams get rattled in Beaver Stadium, and don't think Temple will be able to shake the crowd off.
I see a very one-sided game here. JoePa trying to warm up the offense should lead to some big scoring opportunities for State
(and, yes, this is a very biased opinion
PSU 45
Temple 3
BTW house will be packed and crazy this weekend...don't forget to take this into account. Tickets are selling on the street for much more than I expected. should be a packed house of rabid and intoxicated fans. Also this is the first weekend before classes and an afternoon (3:30 local) game. Plenty of time for everyone to get nice and drunk before the game. Beaver Stadium will rock this weekend, probably too wild for temple!
glad I can provide some info Dante...hope I don't lead you astray
My only concern is the lack of attention being paid to this game. Don't see too many opinions out there, and line hasn't moved as of this morning. May mean most people don't see any value on it, or maybe a lot of people are waiting until after Thursday games to cap.
In any case, I'll make sure to have a couple extra drinks Sat morning so I can be even rowdier than normal...
My only concern is the lack of attention being paid to this game. Don't see too many opinions out there, and line hasn't moved as of this morning. May mean most people don't see any value on it, or maybe a lot of people are waiting until after Thursday games to cap.
In any case, I'll make sure to have a couple extra drinks Sat morning so I can be even rowdier than normal...
