I'm definitely an "armchair quarterback" - who isn't!
In all the Bison championship years, how many times did they punt after crossing the 50 yd line (I hate referencing them but I will give credit where credit is due). Do you know why? Because they knew they were going to shove it down your throat and make the first down. It's confidense in your players to produce.
Pitt State has the best offense in the country. UND definitely knew they were going to have to score more than 21 pts to beat them. You can't wait for the opposing team to make a mistake to keep you in the game. Its a lot easier to play when you are ahead then when you are behind.
just a few thoughts from an "armchair moron". Try being a little more creative on the name calling; you may dent my ego yet.