Just got back last night ...

Discussion of the Falcon football team.
Post Reply
User avatar
MarkL
Peregrine
Peregrine
Posts: 5558
Joined: Fri Feb 02, 2007 11:23 am
Location: Greater Washington DC area

Just got back last night ...

Post by MarkL »

So my little bro and I road tripped down to Troy, I got back late last night, so here's some thoughts I have to give.

First ... big shout out to the folks in Troy, Alabama. They were so nice to us. Very fun, welcoming atmosphere. Sorry I missed you, Hemi Man ...

The game itself.

Offense: At no point did the Troy defense truly stop our offense. Their defensive line came close to taking over the game, but they never did. Our offense stopped itself with stupid penalties, dropped passes, and missed blocking assignments. As those problems work themselves out, this offense is going to be very tough to stop. Matt Schilz was putting every pass where it needed to be. Receivers have got to work on drops, though. For every couple of great grabs by Kamar, there was a drop. And I feel awful for Calvin Wiley. That drop at the end which led to the pick was the game. Those problems will resolve themselves with more time. Pronty played his career best game. Jorden is going to be a good one. This was Wiley's first real action at WR and I do believe the ceiling is high for him. He's a sixth year guy with a lot of heart and leadership and I feel like a breakout game is going to happen soon. Geter is a beast. O line needs more time working together. On the whole, I was extremely impressed with the offense.

Defense: At moments, the BG defense was dominant, and at others they looked totally gassed. When our D line didn't have time to create pressure, our secondary was put in bad situations. Wrap ups have to improve, but I think the defense will be better at that when they don't have to wrap up Jerrel Jernigan. Our DTs are big. At moments our D line took over the game.

Special teams: Wow. I forgot that BG can play special teams! Between Cooper's huge return and Wiley's big returns, I'm excited. It will be nice when we don't have to kick and punt to Jerrel Jernigan.

The trip was great. If you make it down to 'Bama anytime, stop at the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville. Also the Louisville Slugger factory and museum in Louisville is well worth your time. The folks there were so much fun and we got compliments on how many BG fans we did manage to bring. The band had a great sound. All around excellent experience.
MarkL has spoken.
You may all now return to your daily lives.
User avatar
kdog27
Peregrine
Peregrine
Posts: 7154
Joined: Fri Jul 23, 2004 1:35 pm
Location: Alabama

Re: Just got back last night ...

Post by kdog27 »

MarkL wrote: The folks there were so much fun and we got compliments on how many BG fans we did manage to bring.
This surprised me as well, I didn't expect half that many. Glad you had a good time down here. Alabama is a beautiful state and most people have no idea it is.

I never want to hear JERRRELLLLLLEEEE JERRRRRRRNIIGGGAANNN or IN-COM-PLETE again :lol:
User avatar
MarkL
Peregrine
Peregrine
Posts: 5558
Joined: Fri Feb 02, 2007 11:23 am
Location: Greater Washington DC area

Re: Just got back last night ...

Post by MarkL »

kdog27 wrote:
MarkL wrote: The folks there were so much fun and we got compliments on how many BG fans we did manage to bring.
This surprised me as well, I didn't expect half that many. Glad you had a good time down here. Alabama is a beautiful state and most people have no idea it is.

I never want to hear JERRRELLLLLLEEEE JERRRRRRRNIIGGGAANNN or IN-COM-PLETE again :lol:
Unless we're the ones yelling IN-COM-PLETE!

Or my personal favorite ... "That pass falls .... into Keith Morgan's hands!" :lol:
MarkL has spoken.
You may all now return to your daily lives.
User avatar
Rollo83
Peregrine
Peregrine
Posts: 2383
Joined: Sun Aug 29, 2004 7:27 pm
Location: Strongsville, OH

Re: Just got back last night ...

Post by Rollo83 »

MarkL wrote:
kdog27 wrote:
MarkL wrote: The folks there were so much fun and we got compliments on how many BG fans we did manage to bring.
This surprised me as well, I didn't expect half that many. Glad you had a good time down here. Alabama is a beautiful state and most people have no idea it is.

I never want to hear JERRRELLLLLLEEEE JERRRRRRRNIIGGGAANNN or IN-COM-PLETE again :lol:
Unless we're the ones yelling IN-COM-PLETE!

Or my personal favorite ... "That pass falls .... into Keith Morgan's hands!" :lol:
Hell, I'd settle for "Gain of two, nice tackle by the BG defender."
"Windows are for cheaters, chimneys for the poor.
Closets are for hangers, winners use the door."

-B. Springsteen
User avatar
Trojan Delta Chi
Egg
Egg
Posts: 19
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2009 10:25 pm
Location: Prattville
Contact:

Re: Just got back last night ...

Post by Trojan Delta Chi »

Hey Mark, I'm glad yall had a good time! I was the Troy fan your "little" (Kevin) was hanging out with, I came over and said hello to you, just wanted to mention that and say it was really nice to meet you. I'm glad yall had a safe journey and I wish BGSU the absolute BEST over the rest of the season.

God Bless and I hope we can get another home-home again SOON. It's always nice when you find a fanbase you can both relate to and get along with.

Greg
TROY, we OWN the Sun Belt.
Post Reply