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How about this version: Our run defense has controlled every team we have played and is #1 in the toughest FCS conference in the nation. Their run offense is last. We shut down their run, they have to pass and our league leading interception defense picks up a couple more and scores at least one defensive touchdown. Our offensive line steamrolls them and Jerry throws a couple of touchdowns, the student section is empty by the fourth quarter.

What they say and what is negotiated behind closed doors have proven to be two different things. But in an interview with a committee member last year it was said that an FCS win can help you, but an FCS loss can't hurt you. Thus UND with a win would be considered 8-3 to the committee (it would seem).

Izzo's podcast they said Chase didn't even dress last week. They raked SDSU for being evasive about the extent of the injury. Kolpack said UND was in win or lose - but as we've said we ain't losin. I really want to tailgate on Thanksgiving weekend in Grand Forks (but I'm okay with a bye also).

Watched/Listened to numerous regional/national pundits and all said based on SOS UND is in with 7-5. That being said we know the committee has no problem screwing UND, also no team wants to head into the playoffs off of a loss. Even in our four losses our D and lines have been solid. No reason to think UND doesn't take this one.

To go from one of the worst defenses in the conference to one of the best in one year is quite remarkable. Every week they are able to contain the other teams primary offensive weapon.

Is it safe to assume we have no shot at his brother based on how it ended at UND for him?

SU's Larson was on the committee.

Would be just fine to knock SDSU out of the playoffs and let their offensive line watch ours on TV (IFYYK)

Seems to be especially obvious when to go south of the Mason/Dixon line.

Now su's Larson is no longe on the committee it will be interested to see if UND doesn't get slighted this year, maybe even something good? Kolpack says UND gets in with a 7-5 because of our SOS - but it's not gonna be an issue because we are gonna be 8-4.

Their "bowl" game was last week against Northern Iowa - it was the Toilet Bowl and they lost. Gotta think they will head the way of Western Illinois soon.

We really missed Gavin, also gotta think some of our skill players must be in the doghouse.

Great scheduling for what this team needs right now, to get back on track with a big win and build confidence. Come home and close out the season with a big win. In the eyes of the playoff committee we are 6-3 and it has been said by past committee members that an FBS win can help a team but an FBS lose has no impact (so he said). Also not having su's Larson on the committee anymore to lowball UND will help. 8-3 FCS record will have us in the middle of the pack for playoffs and a good chance for a home game.

I have searched the Internet, the Champions Club site, the UND Athletic Association site - is there really not a fan lunch today? Of course I plan to call the office but if there is I need to get on the road earlier.

Just as obnoxious out in the tailgating.

What USD did to UND, UND can do to su. Home game magic.

As the old saying goes: Offense, Defense, Special Teams, win two out of three and you will probably win the game. IMO: Offense - we scored 21 they scored 17 - wash Defense: we held them to 17, they scored 7 on us - wash Special teams: They scored 2 points on us, had a couple of great returns that shortened their field. Them This game was a fluke and it was still in our grasp.

I made the trip. So many quirky things happened during that game. Stopping them at the 1/2 yard line which lead to the blocked punt, we gave up more yards on punt returns than we have all year, the underthown interception on Jerry's attempt to throw the ball away, late hits, facemasks, there were more. All that and we had possesion two times in the last five minutes for the go ahead score. Also gotta say - if we had a FG kicker they were confident in, we could have got 3 back on that first possession and kicked the game winner on the second. Total perfect storm. Now we need two out of three to lock in playoffs.

Anything can happen, but if they weren't stunned at Montana doubtful it will happen at USD.

IMO this game really didn't prove anything as SDSU was without their QB and top running back - yes injuries are a part of a season, just saying. Now would Moo U have won anyway perhaps since they pretty much shredded the SDSU defense anyway. Really think we have a great change to win at least 3/4 if not a little Alerus magic and win out. However winning at USD is next up, gotta go 1-0 first.

The venue helps hockey of course. However it has been pointed out that many are there as a social event. Looking forward to UND being a hockey/football school again.

His name is Caden. Names are important, it shows respect or lack of. Grow up.

Averaging 11,000+ at home, ranked 7/8. What makes you think the fan base is unappreciative? Just asking not dissing.

Why do you feel it necessary to make fun of a player's name?

As we all know tell me how our lines played and I'll tell you if we won the games. Last year's loss to Indiana State was because of our D. That D is history. This is a three score win at home.