UND-FB-FAN Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Portland State Vikings enter the game with a 2-3 record. Two of those loses came to Pac-12 schools in Oregon State (29-14) and Washington State (59-21). The other loss came to Big Sky Conference opponent Cal Poly in a blowout (42-14). Both of Portland State's victories came at home against Western Oregon (45-38) and UC Davis (23-14). The UC Davis game was their most recent game (Oct. 4). UND is coming off their most emotional loss of the season; it will be interesting to see how they respond. Do they play flat after the disappointing loss or do they play tough resilient football looking for that first conference win? One thing of note: Portland State has yet to win on the road and the Alerus has potential to be loud again as it is homecoming. Look forward to seeing great effort by UND's defense assisted by crowd noise, and hopefully improved offensive play. UND needs a win to get some confidence and move towards an overall .500 record (6-6) after two tough conference loses. Source: http://www.goviks.com/schedule.aspx?path=football Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxbow6 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Two big questions...can UND's D score a TD in it's 4th straight game and can UND's O finally score more TD's than its own defense does in a game? If the answer is yes to both UND wins Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND92,96 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Interestingly, Portland St. was one of the few teams last year against whom UND actually played pretty well defensively, shutting them out for the first three quarters before giving up two late touchdowns to lose 14-10. I feel pretty good about UND bouncing back from an emotional loss and putting together another outstanding defensive performance, while showing more consistency on offense. I think Mollberg is going to have his best game of the season, and UND gets the w. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darell1976 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I think this is the game UND's offense shines. The running game will produce scoring and TOP limiting the Viking on offense. UND gets their first shutout of the year. 24-0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDColorado Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I watched part of their game against UC Davis and they seem to like to run the ball with their QB. If our defense keeps playing with an edge we have a shot. I think the offense if finally starting to find themselves. I am looking forward to Saturday. From here on out every game is winable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWSiouxMN Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 UND needs to end a disturbing trend in which they have lost the past 4 homecoming games. Offense needs to take the next step and the D needs to keep their foot on the gas. Next two games are crucial if they want a legit shot of going at least 6-6 and 4-4 in conference play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bidago Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 in the game last year, they put a lot of pressure on our QB. I saw that Barton was limping off of the field after Saturdays game. the o-line play will definitely factor in this game if the blitz like they did last year. hope Rudolph has a few more fresh ideas up his sleeve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoSiouxFan Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 With the possible exception of Woodsmall, injurywise it seems like we came out of the Montana game in pretty good shape. Wouldn't be surprised to see Shaugabay back this week. Was great to hear that Kuksa accompanied the team to Montana State (as equip. manager, I think I read) last week, so he must be in school. It would be great if the doctors would let him play next year after a year and a half layoff to heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND92,96 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 in the game last year, they put a lot of pressure on our QB. I saw that Barton was limping off of the field after Saturdays game. the o-line play will definitely factor in this game if the blitz like they did last year. hope Rudolph has a few more fresh ideas up his sleeve. How about Anderson? Is he expected out for awhile? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teeder11 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 How about Anderson? Is he expected out for awhile? I heard that it was an illness rather than an injury for Anderson so hopefully he can recover quickly. I thought Brandon Miller did well last week against Montana's defense in place of Anderson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND-FB-FAN Posted October 6, 2014 Author Share Posted October 6, 2014 I heard that it was an illness rather than an injury for Anderson so hopefully he can recover quickly. I thought Brandon Miller did well last week against Montana's defense in place of Anderson. Absolutely, nice to see UND be able to play physical and run the ball (Norberg had 73 yards rushing) despite UND's best offensive lineman missing the game. Should help build better depth along the OL with Brandon Miller getting that valuable playing time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geaux_sioux Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 So what about Anderson at LG Hensen at C and Miller at RG? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teeder11 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I think UND wins this game. Their offense obviously is questionable but if the defense can keep it up again Portland won't score much. It's just mind boggling....could you ever imagine anyone making that statement about UND's D last year? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMSioux Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 What's the latest on RB Simmons - out for the season? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andtheHomeoftheSIOUX!! Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 It's just mind boggling....could you ever imagine anyone making that statement about UND's D last year? Every time I think about it, the more amazed I am at how big of a turnaround UND's defense has had. UND wins this game against PSU and it won't be close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDColorado Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Every time I think about it, the more amazed I am at how big of a turnaround UND's defense has had. UND wins this game against PSU and it won't be close. It really would be nice to see us beat PSU by a couple scores...at this point I am happy with wins no matter how they come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darell1976 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 UND needs to end a disturbing trend in which they have lost the past 4 homecoming games. Offense needs to take the next step and the D needs to keep their foot on the gas. Next two games are crucial if they want a legit shot of going at least 6-6 and 4-4 in conference play. Last 4 homecomings: 2013: Lost 35-14 to Eastern Washington 2012: Lost 45-38 to Northern Arizona 2011: Lost 23-19 to Cal Poly (UND was ranked 18/20) 2010: Lost 31-21 to Southern Utah Last win 2009: 27-12 to South Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cratter Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Last 4 homecomings: 2013: Lost 35-14 to Eastern Washington 2012: Lost 45-38 to Northern Arizona 2011: Lost 23-19 to Cal Poly (UND was ranked 18/20) 2010: Lost 31-21 to Southern Utah Last win 2009: 27-12 to South Dakota 4 straight homecoming losses is a record that Muss can hang his hat on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND92,96 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 A bit hard to believe, but Portland St. opens as a 3-point favorite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfhockey Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 A few ex Gobc club members that only live in the chosen city in the summer in town The boys with the credentials around their neck will have their hands full Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfhockey Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 A few ex Gobc club members that only live in the chosen city in the summer in town The boys with the credentials around their neck will have their hands full Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxbow6 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 A bit hard to believe, but Portland St. opens as a 3-point favorite. Take the points kids...UND wins this one outright! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UND-FB-FAN Posted October 6, 2014 Author Share Posted October 6, 2014 A bit hard to believe, but Portland St. opens as a 3-point favorite. I won't say my prediction until Friday or so but I really doubt Portland State can keep this one close. Homecoming excitement/noise plus the way the defense is playing will make the Alerus a living hell for Portland State... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sioux95 Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 A bit hard to believe, but Portland St. opens as a 3-point favorite. Wow. UND should win this one by a couple of scores. Where can I go to place my bet?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericpnelson Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 I'm friggin pumped for this game. First game I get to go to since Stoney Brook. I'm ready to loud and wierd while dawning my new UND bucket hat #bubbaball 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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