Might as well just start this here.
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Might as well just start this here.
Pass Defense.
Going to my sixth game in Frisco, this is the match-up that I am easily the most pumped up about. The wait for this game is going to feel like forever.
This should be the toughest challenge of the season no doubt. I was not impressed with the defense against SHSU, perhaps the poorest tackling I've seen from a Bison defense in years, little pressure on Briscoe, a lot of open receivers, and a lot of first downs given up. SHSU should have scored a lot more than they did. Not enough to win, but probably around 30. Bruce had a huge game but even he admitted the holes were big enough to drive a truck through. He won't see that much daylight against JMU. JMU's offense is not as good as SHSU, but if they play to their potential they will score against a depleted Bison defense.
I think the Bison will need 30 to win this one and a lot will rest on Stick's shoulders. This is the game he gets the Brock and Carson monkeys off his back.
With JMU tight pass coverage we will need a 7 yard out and up route. Give those CB something to think about. Also TE will need to be used a bunch. RB be patient and hit the OL holes. Have fun and enjoy the moment.
Not that they need any extra motivation but I would guess the Bison players are going to be watching a lot of tape of last year's JMU game over the next couple weeks. That can't hurt in making practices a little more meaningful and productive.
Pressure on Schor...slow down their running game...control and protect the ball.