Going to be a tough one. Idaho will give our OLine fits I'm sure. But I believe our defense is good enough to keep us in the game. Expecting a low scoring affair. Hope our kicking game doesn't cost us
Big ifs but if the defense continues to play as they have, and if the offense can have a decent game, I think we will be in good shape. Obviously concerned about the travel and game time, but these young men are pretty resilient.
Limit turnovers and stay ahead of the chains. The D will keep it close. The O needs to do their part. A healthy Ro could have a big night.
Having watched the Idaho vs Cal game earlier in the season and watching a bit of the Dawgs later in the season, I have no idea how this game is going to turn out.
Looks like Elliot is back to full strength, which is a positive. I was getting tired of the same garbage RPO plays for no or minuscule gains. Wish they would throw more to the TEs. It would be nice have some sustained drives and not totally rely on the defense.
I love our defense, but we're going to need to score points too. NH needs to reach in his bag of tricks. Conservative offense probably isn't going to win it. They have 1st team Big Sky QB, RB, WR, and kicker and a bunch of guys on 2nd/honorable mention.
They lost to Cal, champ and #2 Montana, and unranked but tough Weber State (won at UNI 34 - 17) late in the season.
Davis is Baker’s favorite target, and for good reason, but I’d like to see a healthy number of throws to Aidan Quinn.
He hasn’t put up huge numbers this year, but, in my opinion, he’s a beast with a lot of potential. I expect big things from him next year.
Podcast from the Idaho perspective previewing the game if anyone is interested:
Going to be a tough one. Idaho will give our OLine fits I'm sure. But I believe our defense is good enough to keep us in the game. Expecting a low scoring affair. Hope our kicking game doesn't cost us
This is my biggest concern. I think with our lack of offense, and our strong defense, this could be the difference as well. They have one of the best kickers in FCS.
Idaho is favored by 6.5, over/under is 50.5
I like these videos. SIU’s sports media department continues to put out good stuff.
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