GDT: SUU Thunderbirds

[JimmyJack]

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Then, Backhaus essentially knocked Helbig out of the game on a QB run.

Pro tip for Helbig (and many other SUU players): Consider wearing actual big boy shoulder pads when you play a Valley team. You can go back to the Baby Gap version for Big Sky games.

[jakejc795]

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Pro tip for Helbig (and many other SUU players): Consider wearing actual big boy shoulder pads when you play a Valley team. You can go back to the Baby Gap version for Big Sky games.

He was rattled on sideline; their medical staff spent several minutes examining him and even took him to locker room at one point. I saw nothing wrong with Backhaus' hit, and Helbig probably wishes he would've slid on that play

[Southeast]

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There’s plenty to discuss, but our stable of running backs are worthy of a dedicated post. We’ve certainly never seen anything like this. How about that series where Strong ripped off multiple 10+ yard runs and the CJ came in and made that ridiculous TD sprint around the left end? Mikey added another hurdle job to his highlight real. Then, Mulholland comes in and averages 7 YPC. Credit, of course, also goes to the OL for wearing SUU down.

We could have rushed for 400 yds if getting Gibbs more comfortable with the passing game was not such a focus.

[Nidaros]

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There’s plenty to discuss, but our stable of running backs are worthy of a dedicated post. We’ve certainly never seen anything like this. How about that series where Strong ripped off multiple 10+ yard runs and the CJ came in and made that ridiculous TD sprint around the left end? Mikey added another hurdle job to his highlight real. Then, Mulholland comes in and averages 7 YPC. Credit, of course, also goes to the OL for wearing SUU down.

We could have rushed for 400 yds if getting Gibbs more comfortable with the passing game was not such a focus.

Can't argue with that, but some credit as to go to the Fat Boys (OL) for holding the pocket. I think Strong is on his way to breaking Zenner's records and CJ is right behind him. After looking at stats,maybe not last night Strong 85 yards and Wilson 79. Who ever spotted these two guys deserves a feather in their hat. Very good athletes.

[bigticket1]

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I still don't understand the thought process behind our kick return game. Cade is a weapon back there, but save him for big games like NDSU and other conference must-wins. But Southern Utah ? And I love Mikey Daniel's game, but I don't see returning kicks as one of his strengths. We have young speed burners like Deyon Campbell and others who are looking for playing time and a way to contribute. It seems like returning kicks is a perfect way to do that without risking injuries to our stars on offense.

[jakejc795]

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I still don't understand the thought process behind our kick return game. Cade is a weapon back there, but save him for big games like NDSU and other conference must-wins. But Southern Utah ? And I love Mikey Daniel's game, but I don't see returning kicks as one of his strengths. We have young speed burners like Deyon Campbell and others who are looking for playing time and a way to contribute. It seems like returning kicks is a perfect way to do that without risking injuries to our stars on offense.

I don't recall seeing Cade in kick return this game. I only remember Daniel and Wilson in there. Nevertheless, I'd be curious to see how some pairing of Campbell, Wilson, and Mulholland might work.

[OldHare]

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Kick off duty for Cade.

[Jacked_Up]

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A very good night. A 36-point win, with a late TD called back. Nice weather. Good crowd (including a bunch of recruits). Some of the Jacks' successful teams of the past were honored during breaks (couldn't stuff like that be promoted more in advance?). A couple of blocked kicks. Lots of players got into the game. And the team doesn't look like it has peaked. In another month, this team could really be rolling.

[da_coach]

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Gibbs is going to be good.

I too thought SUU got away with alot of holding... particularly their RT. Their left Tackle was a mountain... and did a pretty good job.

#14 is a player, for sure.

It was a long game... lots of reviews. Took forever.

[Jacks-02]

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Can't argue with that, but some credit as to go to the Fat Boys (OL) for holding the pocket. I think Strong is on his way to breaking Zenner's records and CJ is right behind him. After looking at stats,maybe not last night Strong 85 yards and Wilson 79. Who ever spotted these two guys deserves a feather in their hat. Very good athletes.

Going to be very difficult for anyone to break Zenner's records. We just have too much talent in the backfield now; so nobody will get that many carries over three years again to do what he did.

[WestSideRabbit]

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[Justwin]

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Going to be very difficult for anyone to break Zenner's records. We just have too much talent in the backfield now; so nobody will get that many carries over three years again to do what he did.

I'm not really sure those records were a good thing for us as it really limited the growth of the rest of the offense. He had a ton of carries. I hope we have enough talent at different positions to be much more balanced.

[SF_Rabbit_Fan]

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I'm not really sure those records were a good thing for us as it really limited the growth of the rest of the offense. He had a ton of carries. I hope we have enough talent at different positions to be much more balanced.

I don't follow. Sumner left SDSU with the most passing yards in school history. Based on my recollection and a quick review of stats, SDSU's offense was very balanced during Zenner's career, IMO.

The running game was not balanced, as Zenner got the vast majority of touches. Is that what you meant? RB's didn't develop?

[goon]

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I don't follow. Sumner left SDSU with the most passing yards in school history. Based on my recollection and a quick review of stats, SDSU's offense was very balanced during Zenner's career, IMO.

The running game was not balanced, as Zenner got the vast majority of touches. Is that what you meant? RB's didn't develop?

Who was his backup Duffy? Or am I way off. Seems dom clare might have been around there I think some was zenner was just so much better. I think strong could take 25 Carrie's a game not sure about wilson but strong for sure imho could take the load. Just to much talent now have to spread it around. Like Campbell barely gets a touch and he could get the ball his way several times a half.

[WestSideRabbit]

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Who was his backup Duffy? Or am I way off. Seems dom clare might have been around there I think some was zenner was just so much better. I think strong could take 25 Carrie's a game not sure about wilson but strong for sure imho could take the load. Just to much talent now have to spread it around. Like Campbell barely gets a touch and he could get the ball his way several times a half.

Reggie Gandy