MontuckyYooper

November 21st, 2016 at 1:58 AM ^

Sorry; but I just can't stand the attitude of, "Well Speight's out; we have no chance". I think that's being a poor fan and not supporting the team. Especially with the players and the coaches we have this year. Hell yes we have a chance. You think Wormley, Glasgow, Butt, Smith and all the other seniors would appreciate you writing them off before this game? They've been absolutely kicking ass all year.

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expatriate

November 20th, 2016 at 11:41 PM ^

I mean who would admit they're from Sydney?! 



Melbourne, I could see that- very artsy and Ann Arbor-y in parts. Brisbane, that I would respect (I'm Brisbane-based). Adelaide, I love their wine. Perth, wonderfully underrated. Hobart... good alcohol of all kinds so that's worth advertising. Darwin, just for having survived it would be worth bragging about.

 

[But seriously I imagine he really is from Sydney. Sydneysiders never pass up an opportunity to say where they're from... but it's a lovely city.]

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The Fan in Fargo

November 20th, 2016 at 9:51 PM ^

It's because of candy ass mentaly like that fan in Sydney. You're going to base it on luck and just let the coaching staffs of Carr, Hoke and Rich Rod off the hook. No my friend, the key players have pretty much always been there. 

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HarbaughHarbaughBlue

November 20th, 2016 at 6:50 PM ^

I, some random dude on this site, am 95% sure Speight will play and that would give us an advantage at every position group on offense given he plays and looks like he normally would. In all seriousness though, I watched him warm up last game and he looked very sharp. Wouldn't be surprised if he was an emergency back up if okorn were to get hurt and it was still close.

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Bodogblog

November 20th, 2016 at 8:55 PM ^

Not sure what you or the poster above is basing this on. Brian's said he received info from a reliable source, went with it, and that he's heard contrary information since. Harbaugh refuted it immediately, and only upped it since. Speight may be out for the season, but it seems unlikely he has a broken collarbone at this point.

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Fieldy'sNuts

November 20th, 2016 at 6:57 PM ^

The fact that Wilton was warming up yesterday, that Harbaugh refers to his injury as "hour-to-hour, not day-to-day," and the importance of this game all suggest there's a high chance Wilton plays Saturday. Remember Connor Cook was out due to injury during last year's OSU game and came back the following week to play against PSU. Sure seems like that type of injury based on what we've heard.

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taistreetsmyhero

November 20th, 2016 at 7:18 PM ^

Playing is very different than playing 100%. Speight's best asset is his pocket presence. If he's hurting, maybe he'll dance around like O'Korn. He's also had accuracy issues, if he's less than 100% those are likely to rear their ugly head. Bottom line is we're in an unlucky situation.



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Cranky Dave

November 20th, 2016 at 7:21 PM ^

The Iowa game I was convinced we would run the table. Even with MSU piling up yards on the ground. Now I think we'll be very lucky to beat OSU. This is not even close to the same team as through the first 8 games

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I dumped the Dope

November 20th, 2016 at 7:56 PM ^

For any team.

- more injuries overall

- more body of film on tendencies

- more body of film on what was successful against said tendencies

- colder weather/precipitation

I feel like we are going to have to set the tone EARLY vs OSU, stand up the runner on the opening kick so someone can strip the ball OR take one to the haus on a hook and ladder lateral involving Peppers and Lewis going opposite directions.

I think the game isn't going to be a "standard" game where the teams just hammer away at their "bread and butter" its going to involve downfield shots and plays never or rarely yet seen.  Hopefully the Train is one that makes a comeback.

The more football I watch, its all about maintaining drives on offense, and ending drives by the opponent.  Over Simple, yes, but things like penalties especially on 3rd down, or giving up a pass play on a 3rd and forever, dropping gimme balls on offense have a way of completely changing the face of the game.  Consistency and mistake-free football will win this game. 

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lilpenny1316

November 20th, 2016 at 9:07 PM ^

Totally agree where this won't be a "standard" game.  If we're going with O'Korn, we should use more read option.  Yes, OSU sees it every day in practice, but we might be able to surprise them on our first drive if we bust it out.  Also, I think we're going to see a diversity out of the Peppers package that we've been waiting for all season.  

In 2006, OSU got the jump on us with the surprise aerial attack.  I think Harbaugh will have some tricks up his sleeve.  Bo used to devote a part of each practice for the OSU game.  I think Harbaugh has been working on some stuff just for this game.

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Dustinlo

November 20th, 2016 at 7:49 PM ^

I actually feel the same way. Iowa handled us in the trenches in a way I did not think was possible against us. I went from confident to not confident in our ability to beat OSU. Let's hope the players play tough and prove me wrong. Go Blue

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KC Wolve

November 20th, 2016 at 7:32 PM ^

Guys, I think we can win, but it will be hard and we might not. Also, I enjoy the fuck out of these threads. It makes me laugh that people feel the need to start the exact same thread with a different title over and over.



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BoxLunches

November 20th, 2016 at 7:44 PM ^

If Speight is out things will need to be different, but we have a solid team.

I'm not down on O'Korn's passing against IU, that weather was nasty, I'm just not sure he can stretch the field yet. Maybe a week of work under Harbaugh will bring that.  He does have some speed but needs more protection and time to see the holes--the game may slow down for him a bit now.

I also think that tight end play will become crucial next week, especially if the weather plays hell with long passes. I'm looking forward to crazy multiple tight end formations against OSU in a wet, snowy, sloppy game.

Looking forward to getting the Monkey off our backs.

Who knows? Maybe it will be 9-3 again.

We have the defense to do it.

 

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