TheOhioState
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I could see a 10 point result, in my opinion it is ridiculous the number of Ohio State fans predicted 49-10, 35-7, etc wins. TCU is going to put up some points on Ohio State.
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I could see a 10 point result, in my opinion it is ridiculous the number of Ohio State fans predicted 49-10, 35-7, etc wins. TCU is going to put up some points on Ohio State.
TheOhioState
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MT - I understand your question wasn't directed towards me, but rational Ohio State fans are very nervous about how the LB's will handle TCU's explosive offense. Ohio State has all world talent at the position, but they still have the same scheme and LB coach who allowed OU, and Iowa to absolutely shred Ohio State last year. Honestly, if Michigan had a competent QB, they had people running wide open across the middle all game on OSU last year.
TheOhioState
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These are valid points, and I do think Ohio State fans are going to be very surprised when TCU doesn't just roll over for them. My prediction has moved around a bit, but I think 35-24 sounds reasonable in my opinion.
I think around 10 is reasonable. I think it will be a one score game for majority of the game. Having a hard time seeing TCU win but I think they will surprise some people on the overall team speed. If we had Blacklock in the middle, I’d feel a lot better about this game.
Moose Stuff
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I don’t think too many TCU fans would take issue with this assessment.
Moose Stuff
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No one accused YOU of doing anything. And if TCU had some recent issue like this I would be SHOCKED if people didn’t bring it up all the time. Your coach is a POS and you should probably learn to deal with people telling you that. If you can’t then you too may not be ready for the Internet.
Zubaz
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Anything but a TCU blowout wouldn't surprise me. In order of likelihood:
-Close-ish Ohio State victory, maybe 10-14 points.
-Ohio State blowout, Big 12 Title game style where it's close at the half but they pull away 38-17 or so.
-Close TCU victory, 24-17.
I just have too many concerns about the push that SMU got on our O-Line to be confident in anything. I think our greatest offensive strength right now is Darius and Sewo, and if they are neutralized by just a 3 or 4 man rush, that's a lot of Ohio State guys back in coverage. We'd be putting the game in the hands of a true Sophomore in a hostile environment and some receivers that have had the dropsies so far in the season.
-Close-ish Ohio State victory, maybe 10-14 points.
-Ohio State blowout, Big 12 Title game style where it's close at the half but they pull away 38-17 or so.
-Close TCU victory, 24-17.
I just have too many concerns about the push that SMU got on our O-Line to be confident in anything. I think our greatest offensive strength right now is Darius and Sewo, and if they are neutralized by just a 3 or 4 man rush, that's a lot of Ohio State guys back in coverage. We'd be putting the game in the hands of a true Sophomore in a hostile environment and some receivers that have had the dropsies so far in the season.
OSU plays pretty fast, and that's who they practice against every day, so I don't THINK it will be a problem. Plus they rotate in a lot, but I guess we will have to see!
I have the same concerns, but I think the likelihood of us beating them is a little better than us getting blown out. If the two most likely scenarios are us losing by 10-14 or getting blown out, then we aren't very good.....and I think we might be better than that. It's not like we're playing the Patriots here, this is a relatively inexperienced OSU team as well playing with a new QB.
Eight
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i don't see tcu using tempo offensively in this game. cumbie hasn't shown that as an offensive tendency unlike meachum and in games like this patterson has historically tried to shorten the games.
Thanks for the insight!
I think if Robinson can hurt OSU with his legs, it will force the safeties into the box and allow some easier throws for him, which is what scares me as an OSU fan.
I haven't watched much of TCU this year, so I will defer to you all for analysis of your QB, but his ability to run still scares me!
Zubaz
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My concern is more a matchup scheme than quality. For example I think OU might be better than Ohio State right now, but I think we match up better with them because we'd have a better chance with our offensive strength in running the ball to generate offensive production, if that makes sense.
PanhandleFrog66
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After combing thru statistics that hold no water at this time due to lack of quality opponents by both teams, here's what I have to offer:
I think that if our run defense shows up like the second half team that showed up to the sloppy Schmew game (considering we have given up almost triple the amount of first downs to rushing v. passing) we will be able to control the line of scrimmage thanks to our real starting d-line that we will see for the first time on Saturday. Should allow our second level players to freely roam and actually be where they need to be. Provided we can do that, we will be able to put more challenging pressure on their QB and provide our secondary opportunistic plays while allowing out LB's to quickly fill gaps and, in turn, we should win the turnover battle and keep the points down.
Offensively (for us), this game makes me nervous. Although, we haven't given up many negative plays and zero sacks, I feel like top-tier tOSU athletes will have a little change on that statistical front even though our inexperienced line has been surprising to me. We have to get Robinson outside the pocket and create space and allow him to option between run/pass and utilize his feet a little more (which I think will happen but he has been handcuffed by the coaching staff). If we can do that, I think we can definitely outmatch their second level and secondary with the numerous receiving talents coupled with a couple of talented backs.
This matchup seems a little more even than the delusional faithful and major four letter networks seem to think. I think TCU easily covers the +13 line and wins by 3. Gimme Frogs 31-28 in a nail-biter, grinder.
Disclaimer: If we come out like the Schmew game, even for a quarter, we lose by 30.
I think that if our run defense shows up like the second half team that showed up to the sloppy Schmew game (considering we have given up almost triple the amount of first downs to rushing v. passing) we will be able to control the line of scrimmage thanks to our real starting d-line that we will see for the first time on Saturday. Should allow our second level players to freely roam and actually be where they need to be. Provided we can do that, we will be able to put more challenging pressure on their QB and provide our secondary opportunistic plays while allowing out LB's to quickly fill gaps and, in turn, we should win the turnover battle and keep the points down.
Offensively (for us), this game makes me nervous. Although, we haven't given up many negative plays and zero sacks, I feel like top-tier tOSU athletes will have a little change on that statistical front even though our inexperienced line has been surprising to me. We have to get Robinson outside the pocket and create space and allow him to option between run/pass and utilize his feet a little more (which I think will happen but he has been handcuffed by the coaching staff). If we can do that, I think we can definitely outmatch their second level and secondary with the numerous receiving talents coupled with a couple of talented backs.
This matchup seems a little more even than the delusional faithful and major four letter networks seem to think. I think TCU easily covers the +13 line and wins by 3. Gimme Frogs 31-28 in a nail-biter, grinder.
Disclaimer: If we come out like the Schmew game, even for a quarter, we lose by 30.
As he should. The LAST thing we need to do in this game is have quick 3 and outs. The very last thing.
I can't believe you didn't read every post in a 15 page thread! haha
It hasn't been talked about, so I appreciate the question. It certainly concerns me, especially because it's beaten OSU in the past, and they haven't seen much of it yet. OSU has gotten beaten on a few screens this year, and though they are not the same thing it certainly gives me pause about their ability to cover short routes if TCU goes wide.
FrogLifeYo
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Hmmm I didn’t see that push your describing...There few good runs were off tackle...Maybe I need to rewatch...
Sticky_Wicket
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79 Hours until we stomp some nuts
Casey T
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That's fair.
I've got Houston beating Texas Tech by 21, I think the difference in this one is they are a competent football team. Still not sure if I'd like to be wrong or not for the sake of the Big 12. Good luck!
TheOhioState
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I don't know Urban Meyer personally, apparently you do. I'll have to take your word for it. Go Bucks!
