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Iowa State only had the ball four times in the first half, but scored on 2 of the 4 (50%): 14 points total, including scoring on the first drive in just two plays. Second half Iowa State only had the ball three times, scored one of the three, but were playing very conservative to end the game. The UND defense has plenty of work to do. With that said, the offense and special teams does too. Special teams with kicks out of bounds and missed field goal. The offense’s ability to run the ball and limit possessions was key to why the score was down (UND had a 23 play, 88 yard, 12+ minute drive!-but only 3 points), but they definitely need to improve in the red zone. It’s crucial - need touchdowns, not field goals. Game would have been different if UND offense got in the endzone when in the redzone. Need to tidy that up, but this was Romfo’s first start, it will get better. I’m optimistic for a solid outing in the Alerus versus the Griz on 9/7. Need to get the running game rolling again, capitalize in the red zone, and hit on the open passes when presented. Overall, given the importance of the defensive and offensive lines, I think we should be somewhat optimistic. UND’s offensive line, sans a couple pass protection opportunities, played very well and was a positive surprise. Defensive front stopped the run quite well, also, just couldn’t defend well on the back end. Things to look forward to, for sure.

Time of possession. Iowa State was scoring at will, UND just limited their possessions. It would have worked in terms of winning (which should be the only thing that matters) if UND would have converted in the red zone.

Disagree. Defense was giving up scores no matter who UND played at QB

Doesn’t look like any of the QBs have a great arm. It is what it is. Need to recruit better. Romfo still won’t be able to throw no matter who the opponent is; difference could be that UND’s running game could be more effective at home versus Montana and receivers could be running open versus lesser DBs. But Montana is no slouch… they got talent, just not Iowa State level talent.

When we finally all agree that Bubba is sh*t then there’s a chance UND football can move forward ….

I agree! I think it will for a few games, particularly those with lesser lines than Iowa State, of which there are plenty on UND’s schedule.

I do trust the coaches who actually evaluate the quarterbacks in person. This idea that Feeney and Kaminiski were going to be really good was pure speculation and hope; no substance to any of it.

Time of possession. Iowa State could’ve scored 50+ if given the opportunity.

Pretty much. What did everyone expect with a Bubba extension? Mediocrity U is alive and well.

10 too many

He can run. And he’s a gamer. He has kept drives alive with his mobility, but yes, he can’t throw.

Kicker still sucks too. have a ground and pound mentality, but … don’t have a passer don’t have a defensive secondary don’t have a kicker don't have a head coach with balls well, looks like a another bubba ball moral victory campaign … best we can hope for is 6-6 or 7-5

The UND defensive backs were significantly outmatched out on the perimeter all game … unfortunately. Didn’t stand a chance.

Well, game over.

Case in point, und secondary still suspect.

Disagree. Only reason score is down is because of UND’s time of possession and the offense. The defense has been awful in the secondary. Iowa state passing for big gains at will.

I agree. Always need better players.

No thanks.

Don’t have the players / talent differential to get away with that anymore. Not Division II.

Defense is bend but not break all the way … have to hope Iowa State gives UND a gift, and that’s never a good position to be in.

Offensive ground game has been a very very pleasant surprise …

Get a stop and UND has a chance. Give up a 95+ yard touchdown drive and game over. Here we go …

Holy punt! Better to be lucky than good …

Big stop by the defense there … let’s start playing some team ball. Get the ground game rolling again

Liam Beecher is not experienced, but good try.