Dakota Marker Game

[Nidaros]

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Over on Bisonville, they started out on the refs, then turned their attention to Mertens and Bibeau. I thought Mertens played fairly well tonight. He reminds me of Pat Grace from UNI. Pretty strong and athletic, but not a great passer.

I tend to believe that NDSU is a better team than their record shows. I dont think we have faced a good dominating NDSU team in the last 46 years that has less than 100 percent belief in themselves. I would say this team is about 85%. I think their coaching staff has some explaining to do IMO. We might see some staffing changes, but Bohl is safe for the time being.

I watched the NDSU-WIU game that was played in Fargo, and talent wise I would say they had it over WIU, but they were not very consistent. Look too at their game with Indiana State, 34-7, and they should put more points on the board, but then I did not watch that game and maybe they purposely held the score down, but I dont think so.

The teams of Babich were real low in belief, plus nearly one whole recruiting class disappeared by their 3 year of eligibilty through transfering to other schools and some quitting. Fortunately Babich knew Lovie Smith of the NFL.

NDSU is still a very good team and a deep program. As usual defense is their strength, and the offensive line seemed to make some great plays. I am impressed with our stops of Roehl and Pascell, both are very good backs.


Can we go for three in a row over NDSU? We will see next fall.

I think SDSU, despite the close losses has been nearly 99% in believing in themselves, and that is what wins football games. Our talent level probably needs to improve. I knew eventually we would get to Mertens pass plays and we got our pick when it really counted. I do agree though that Mertens is a very good athlete and he played a very good game despite what Bisonville thinks. Good game Bison.

[Malibudude]

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Thanks Malibu -GREAT GAME @ WIS. Shame EP was the difference in OT.

Yes tough loss, but kicking is part of the game. Again congrats on winning in a very tough place. We know! See you guys in SLO next year. All the best!

[Jacks#1Fan]

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Just posting a few comments as everything is griinding to a halt...I missed this game because we leave after tomorrow's game against Oregon to drive to Minneapolis and catch an early morning flight to Cancun (yeh, I know that is a tough deal!!)

BHM has me beat as I only made nine games this year, but got to watch the tenth!!!!! It is no knock on Crawford, who filled the gap very good, but losing your all conference, MVP, record setting quarterback in the first quarter of a big game means we were almost snake-bitten. Lots of hero's in the smashing (well smash-mouthed) of that 46-year long drouth...God I am a happy camper tonight!!!

I had not missed a game at NDSU since 1980 (or 1981 if that was their turn) until tonight. Sat through a lot of miserable nights, but tonight made up for all of them!!! THANKS 2008 Jackrabbits...you have my sincere appreciation...and congratulations!!!

[bub94]

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Oh and it was the right call by the refs in this Bison fan's eyes...no complaining for me.

Anyway

Highlights:
-Jack fans that were there brought it. Great atmosphere...great cheering section
-The Pride. I could hear the pretty well across from them. I really liked having another band in the Dome
-Your offense was really poised given the situation with the QB and the offense stagnating in the third quarter. Kept their composure and had that big final drive
-Like the 'going for 2 by your coach. Great show of moxie.
-Another great Marker game that will be remember for a long time.

Great game Jacks. Great season Jacks Best of luck in the Basketball campaign

Last hightlight says it all. These teams are playing some hard-nosed football against each other. When Berry went out with the slight concussion, I was worried. I also didn't want that to be the way for him to finish his senior year. I agree with all your highlights even though I have to take your word for it on the first two.

Most of the year, a lot of fans have gotten down on our kicking game and today it was a big factor for the win. I don't know how good the Bison's kicker is but making one of those field goals changes the fourth quarter.

Huge win for this years seniors and what a way to finish. Good job Jacks!

[MHDBisonfan]

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I was at the game, congrats to you SDSU - it was a great game - you guys deserved to win - I love the rivalry game, its been 5 great games in a row now with you guys. Met with a few of you in the tailgating area and had a good visit, hope the return trip is safe. If you were at the game, I was the one in the front row with the energizer bunny in the noose. all in good fun - i cheer for sdsu pretty much every week but this one! good luck in your winter sports - by the way, i have a bad feeling about the womens bb games - ouch i think - and hopefully we'll see you down at CAS next year!

[SUPERBUNNY]

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What a historic night to be a Jackrabbit fan. None of us will ever forget where we were the night the Jacks won in Fargo!
What an unbelievable finish. Just can't help but feel happy for all the previous players, coaches, administrators, and all of the fans of Jackrabbit Nation!!!

We are starting a tradition here. It's early but it is definitely starting.

Wow what a night! Couldn't be a more fitting sendoff for an incredible senior class! Thanks for an amazing year!

Congratulations again!

GB, GB, GJ!

SUPERBUNNY

[thebluehatman]

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DAMN!!!! WHAT A GAME!!!! That was fun. The best part, President Chicoine was kicking it up in the Press Box with us. His eyes lit up and he gave a fist pump after Steffen's two point conversion. This game was more fun than many of those old NCC yawners. Great game, a historic game. You could feel the air deflate out of the Fargodome after Harris' touchdown and even more so after Kjerstad's pick. Sent shivers down my spine.

GAMEBALLS:
Offensive: Ryan Berry and Ryan Crawford. For Crawford to step in for a concussed Berry was huge. Scary that Berry doesn't remember much of the first half. To have Crawford go down with what Stig called a broken wrist and to have Berry lead the charge was huge. Big Props, that man has big balls when many wouldn't play the rest of the game.
Defensive: Eric Schroeder. It's been a damn long time since we heard your name on a consistant basis. You had some big plays and I believe you had your hand on that blocked field goal. Hell of a way to end your career. Your old man is proud of you I know that.
Special Teams: Peter Reifenrath. Three 40+ yard field goals early were huge. Might not have been the season you wanted, but son you finished strong.

Great game can't wait to get back to Brookings in the morning. GO BIG! GO BLUE!! GO JACKS!!!!

[jackmd]

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Just got back from celebrating an amazing win for a VERY DESERVING Jackrabbit team in Fargo. We had 50 fans in Yankton cheering on the Jackrabbits and they answered. No words can describe the win but I would day INSPIRING is the closest thing. Our leader, Ryan Berry, gets hurt, we hang in there and in the end he comes back to lead us to victory. Not only on the pass to score the TD but the points after, AMAZING. I can't even begin to describe how proud I am to be a Jackrabbit fan tonight.

[jackmd]

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Fact, we shut Rhoel and their "vaunted" running game down. Mertens did a great job. Berry doesn't get hurt and we win handily IMHO. No need to harbor bad feelings, we beat them last year, we beat them this year and we will keep on beating them.

[tdhummel]

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http://www.gojacks.com/ViewArticle.d...ATCLID=3621678
Nice article on the game!

[joeboo22]

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Besides the fact that this game was not good on my ticker... it was a great game.... Great game players... And I will never forget this....

[tdhummel]

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If you go to www.gobison.com and look at the latest clips on the right side. You can listen to the postgame. it's like three seperate links.

[JimmyJack]

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Coverage from The Forum (Registration Required)

Jeff Kolpack
http://www.in-forum.com/Sports/articles/222929

http://www.in-forum.com/Sports/articles/222936

Mike McFeely
http://www.in-forum.com/articles/ind...Mike%20McFeely

Eric Peterson
http://www.in-forum.com/Sports/articles/222937

And just for fun, here's the Bisonville thread where they're whining that the refs stole the game from them (three pages of whining so far):

http://www.bisonville.com/forum/showthread.php?t=14712

[JackJD]

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TV's report in today's Argus (click Recommended! Good report!). You have to read the story.

INJURED BERRY SAVES JACKS

FARGO – Ryan Berry may not remember what transpired Saturday night in the Fargodome, but history will.

After sitting out all but the first two possessions due to a concussion, the senior quarterback returned in the fourth quarter to throw a touchdown pass and a 2-point conversion with less than 3 minutes remaining to lead South Dakota State to a 25-24 victory over rival North Dakota State before a crowd of 18,428.

In a display of guts and guile, the Jackrabbits (7-5, 6-2) earned their first win in Fargo since 1962 and their first back-to-back triumphs in the 95-game series since 1963. They also claimed third-place outright in the Missouri Valley Football Conference in their first year in the league, became eligible for consideration for the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs – although they almost certainly won’t get a call from the selection committee today – and retained the Dakota Marker trophy

The full story: Link

[JackFan96]

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Random thoughts, but nothing new here:

1) Got home from Fargo about 1 a.m., watched the last eight minutes of the game...and LOVED IT.

2) If I would have been told we would have needed to covert three 40-plus yard field goals to win, I would have been...let's just say uncomfortable. Well done, Pete.

3) You would think the dumbsh-t announcer at the Fargodome would at least learn how to pronounce the names of starters...but he didn't have a clue. THE MARCH IS ON...back to Brookings with the Marker!

4) Ryan Berry...hats off. I retract all bad thoughts I've had about him. He proved he was a difference-maker. He had a chance to redeem himself after last week's pick and certain did. All credit to him. I will happily eat a big crow sandwich for past concerns.

5) It was great...just AMAZING to see those Bison fans leaving with two minutes left. I was in the top row of the end zone luckily seated next to two SDSU fans, and we were just saying, "They're leaving. We have them leaving the game early!"

6) Where are all the trolls? No USD fans jabbing away. No loud-mouthed Bison fans whining...all we have are a couple classy Bison fans giving congrats. (Thanks to them.)

7) The two-point conversion calls...what BALLS! I think we are, often, conservative by nature. That changed yesterday.

8) Before the game, I saw there was a ticket window for NDSU high school recruits to pick up their passes. I though, "Damn, I hope we win tonight...and give those recruits an eyeful." And we did. And I loved it.

9) I will say a short prayer about a playoff birth. I know it's...well, a step beyond highly unlikely, but even so.

10) There is still one last thing to potentially be pissy about. If we are ranked behind Western Illinois and, God forbid, NDSU in the last poll, I am going to be very unhappy with the voters. C'mon guys...pull your heads out!

That's it. Congrats to the team on a good season. Good seeing many of you at the games. Can't wait for next year.