Jacksonville St vs Furman Game Thread

[TexasTerror]

A game on CSTV...so I am sure there'll be a few of us who are able to catch this game...

Jacksonville St vs Furman

First question about CSTV...why do they list Jacksonville St as 'Jack St'...they referring to Jackson St?!? Of course last year, they called Southeastern Lousiana, "Southeast" Louisiana...

[TexasTerror]

Oh wonderful...Jonathan Coachman from WWE. That'll make this broadcast worth watching...

Already one reference to wrestling....

[TexasTerror]

First drive...Jacksonville St is forced to punt after nearing the 50...

Furman will get things started at about the FU13...

[thirdgendin]

JSU gets one first down before being forced to punt. Furman takes over at its own 15.

[Gil Dobie]

I just switched over from the Grambling/Hampton game, while sneaking peaks at the Montana game too.

[TexasTerror]

I just switched over from the Grambling/Hampton game, while sneaking peaks at the Montana game too.

I think I'll follow Montana/Iowa online...can't miss the chance to watch two I-AA vs I-AA games at the same time...:thumbsup:

[thirdgendin]

One first down then punt for Furman. JSU follows with a three-and-out. Not much offense so far by either team.

[thirdgendin]

Furman moved quickly down to the JSU 34 but penalties and missed passes forced another punt. JSU takes over at its own 5.

Renaldo Gray has come close to throwing INTs a few times already.

[youwouldno]

Felton is the man. He's going to need some help eventually though, either Gipson or Gray... preferably both.

[thirdgendin]

4th and goal at the 1 and Furman is stopped. Furman sideline reporter said he was in, but that's to be expected!

[youwouldno]

It was impossible to tell on TV, probably for the refs too.

[youwouldno]

Hardin is passing well so far, well that or Furman is not playing the ball well once its in the air. The penalty really killed the JSU drive.

[thirdgendin]

JSU moved the ball from the 1 up to around midfield. They were forced to punt, and Furman will take over from the 20 with 11:01 remaining in the 2nd quarter - still 0-0.

[thirdgendin]

37-yard FG puts JSU up 3-0. Furman killed themselves with a roughing the passer penalty after an incomplete pass on 3rd and long.

[Cocky]

We finally score.

3-0

[thirdgendin]

The goalline stand is looming large right now.

[youwouldno]

The Paladins just look terrible. I mean OK defensively, but offensively... just not clicking.

[thirdgendin]

Jacksonville State leads 3-0 at halftime. I can't remember the last time Furman didn't score in the first half. Kudos to both defenses.

[AndrewFU21]

The Furman offense looks like its running in slow motion. Defense looks about as expected, but if we can't run the ball on JSU, then its gonna be a long season. Props to JSU though, they are tough in all aspects of the game.

[bobbythekidd]

I don't WANT Furman to win but I have money on it sooooo.
Turn up the heat! You never lost to these guys before. I thought it was in the bag!

[Eaglegus2]

Both teams are playing great on defense.

That goal line call will loom big in this game.

I thought Grey was in.

[Cocky]

The Furman offense looks like its running in slow motion. Defense looks about as expected, but if we can't run the ball on JSU, then its gonna be a long season. Props to JSU though, they are tough in all aspects of the game.

I don't believe our defense is that bad. You won't see this much speed many times this year. App, GSU, Chatt, and maybe WCU will be the only other ones compariable.

[thirdgendin]

Furman looking MUCH better to start the 3rd quarter. The Paladins moved right down the field, and a Jerome Felton TD gives them the lead!

[youwouldno]

Hopefully Gray stays in a groove.

[Cocky]

Furman looking MUCH better to start the 3rd quarter. The Paladins moved right down the field, and a Jerome Felton TD gives them the lead!


Furman made that one look easy. The lateral call was huge for FU.

[thirdgendin]

3 and out for JSU. Furman converts a third down and is now up to the 40, leading 7-3.

[thirdgendin]

What happened? The Internet radio went out, except for the words "on a turnover." And now it's a commercial?!

[Cocky]

10-7 JSU
Defensive TD

[thirdgendin]

Are you serious? What happened?

[thirdgendin]

Nevermind, bad pitch and 36-yard fumble return. And Jordan Sorrels is about to get his first action as Gray is cramping.

[thirdgendin]

24 rushes for 98 yards thus far for Furman - great job by the JSU defense.

[thirdgendin]

End of the 3rd quarter as Furman is lining up for a short field goal. JSU only ran four plays in the 3rd quarter.

R-Fr. QB Jordan Sorrells led Furman all the way inside the 10 on his first collegiate drive.

Furman has outgained JSU 250+-142, but still trail on the scoreboard.

[AndrewFU21]

Beckler misses a chipshot.

Talk about worst nightmare game times 10.

[thirdgendin]

Beckler misses a 23-yarder. Last year's problems continue.

This is eerily similar to the 2003 ASU game. Ugh.

[Mr. C]

Has Beckler ever made a clutch kick? He's one of the most talented kickers in I-AA in terms of abilities, but is building quite a track record for big misses.

[Eaglegus2]

Furman keeps shooting itself in the foot.

[Eaglegus2]

Great INT!!!!!!!!

[thirdgendin]

Has Beckler ever made a clutch kick? He's one of the most talented kickers in I-AA in terms of abilities, but is building quite a track record for big misses.

He had a huge kick or two in OT last year versus The Citadel. But he seems to have missed more clutch kicks than he has made.

INT Austin Holmes! Furman ball inside the JSU 20! :hurray:

[Eaglegus2]

Looks like the DINS game is beginning to change.

[thirdgendin]

Our defense has been outstanding today. The offense needs to put another one in the endzone.

[eaglesrthe1]

Is there an audio link?

[thirdgendin]

Another FG attempt by Beckler...GOOD!

10-10 with 9:26 remaining.

[Cocky]

10-10

[thirdgendin]

http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/scoreboard?&w=1&c=south

Go here and click the radio link.

[eaglesrthe1]

http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/scoreboard?&w=1&c=south

Go here and click the radio link.
Thx much.

[thirdgendin]

Gray's shoulder pads are off. It looks like Sorrels' first-ever game action will be in a crucial game.

[Eaglegus2]

What a generous spot by the officials?:bawling: xidiotx

[thirdgendin]

JSU converts a 3rd and long to keep the drive alive. Gamecocks nearing midfield now.

[Mr. C]

Keep those of us who don't have a TV nearby posted on updates. Can't wait to see the replay of this game.

[thirdgendin]

3rd and 4 for JSU inside Furman territory...stopped at the 38! 4th and 2

[Eaglegus2]

4th & 3 for JSU with 5:20 left in the game.

Time Out!!!!!!

[thirdgendin]

TO Jacksonville State, 5:20 remaining

What would you do here? 4th and 2 at the Furman 38. 10-10 game and Furman will bring out a freshman QB again at the change of possession.

[Mr. C]

The updates are much appreciated.

[Eaglegus2]

GameCocks are going for the 1st down........................


1st down for JSU on the 17 yd line of Furman

[thirdgendin]

Crowe goes for it....completed pass to the 17 yard line!

[Eaglegus2]

JSU runs a play toward the middle of the field for a gain of 1.

4:20 left

[thirdgendin]

Gutsy call but huge execution for JSU. It's their game to win now.

[Chi Panther]

Exciting game......:hurray: :eek:

[Eaglegus2]

Fumble!!!!!!!

JSU keeps the ball

[Mr. C]

TO Jacksonville State, 5:20 remaining

What would you do here? 4th and 2 at the Furman 38. 10-10 game and Furman will bring out a freshman QB again at the change of possession.
If I'm Jacksonville State, I keep putting the game in the hands of my defense. They seem to have the edge with Sorrels in. If I'm Furman, it's Felton off-tackle left. off-tackle right, dive in the center.

[Eaglegus2]

4th down and 5...........

FG Team is in!!!

Time Out!!!!!!!!

3:06 left in the game

[thirdgendin]

Stop on 3rd down...FG attempt upcoming.

[Mr. C]

Furman must be thinking where is Ingle Martin when you need him. We could have a wild finish similar to last year coming.

[thirdgendin]

If I'm Jacksonville State, I keep putting the game in the hands of my defense. They seem to have the edge with Sorrels in. If I'm Furman, it's Felton off-tackle left. off-tackle right, dive in the center.

If we have the time to do that. We can't really grind out a drive with just three minutes on the clock. I don't trust Beckler right now either.

Not a good place to be in. :nonono2:

[Eaglegus2]

Good!!!!!!!!!

29 yd FG

3:06 left

JSU 13

FU 10

[thirdgendin]

29-yard attempt by JSU is GOOD

[thirdgendin]

Wow, this is a ton of pressure for Sorrels. He has the talent and the pedigree to succeed, but his game experience is extremely limited.

Crowe's 4th down gamble was huge.

[thirdgendin]

Short kickoff returned to midfield!

[Eaglegus2]

Furman driving!!!!!!

[thirdgendin]

1st play, Gipson takes it down to the 35.

[thirdgendin]

Gipson again, down to the 28...2nd and 3 now.

[Eaglegus2]

Felton stopped for a short gain.

Will FU go for the win?


1st down FU!!!

Ball on the JSU 23

[thirdgendin]

Felton carries close to the first down. 1 yard short. 3rd and 1, under 2:00

[Eaglegus2]

less than a minute

40 sec.

[Eaglegus2]

TD!!!!!!! Furman

Flag on JSU!

[thirdgendin]

Gipson crosses the 20, to the 18. 1:00 to go. No passes on this drive so far.

[thirdgendin]

TD PASS, but a flag.

[Eaglegus2]

Sorrels to Kindell.................

FU 17

JSU 13

[thirdgendin]

flag on JSU, TOUCHDOWN FURMAN! Sorrels' first TD pass is HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE!

[Eaglegus2]

Who wants to bet FU kicks it deep?

[thirdgendin]

How about a TD pass by the backup QB to the backup fullback in that situation?

[thirdgendin]

JSU returned one 96 yards against us last year.

[thirdgendin]

Short kick, fair catch. JSU at its own 28 with 0:24 to go. Flag

[thirdgendin]

Offside on Furman, rekick. 0:24

[Eaglegus2]

WOW!!!!!!!

The return man kicks the ball out of bounds trying to catch the ball.

JSU has a mile to go with 9 seconds to go.

[thirdgendin]

JSU ball at its own 21 yard line. Short kick off of the returners foot and it goes out of bounds.

[thirdgendin]

0:09 and 60-something yards to go.

[Eaglegus2]

3 seconds to go in the game

Ball on the 43 of JSU

Last Play!!!!!!!!!!!


INT by Furman...........

FU WINS!!!!!!!!!

[thirdgendin]

Pass complete to the JSU 45 with 0:02 remaining. Here comes the hail mary...

[thirdgendin]

INT, Furman wins!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[thirdgendin]

Wow, what a game AGAIN with JSU. Both defenses were very good, and Sorrels is the hero at the end. Amazing!

I was sure we were going to lose that game. Thankfully we have D2 West Georgia next week.

[Cocky]

Go game Furman.

two years in a roll we choked.

[Paladin13]

Wow, What a great game

[UNH_Alum_In_CT]

Great game to watch on CSTV!!!!! Was this a two year series or is it longer term? For I-AA let's hope it is longer term!! :nod: And let's hope that it leads other schools to schedule some similar intersectional games.

[Cocky]

Just a two year deal. Hopefully we will find another good team to play us in the coming year.

Our conference needs some OOC wins again quality competition.

[thirdgendin]

It was just a two-year deal, but both sides have really enjoyed this rivalry (results notwithstanding). I'd love to see it renewed...or even better, for JSU to join the SoCon.

[youwouldno]

It was a great game. JSU's only TD was by their defense... Furman's D really stepped up, and aside from the easy FG miss special teams was OK.

So far as the Furman offense... it wasn't great but there were some positives. Gipson came up huge on that last FU drive. He hadn't done too much until then but the coaches stuck with him. LaFrance didn't have many touches but he looked good. Gray and Sorrells both flashed their ability, though overall the passing game was fairly quiet.

[Cocky]

It was just a two-year deal, but both sides have really enjoyed this rivalry (results notwithstanding). I'd love to see it renewed...or even better, for JSU to join the SoCon.

With today's travel cost, I don't think we will be changing leagues. We try to get in the SOCON before the OVC but we we're not wanted. SOCON football is better (at least at the top), but the other sports are close.

[seantaylor]

Furman looked terrible. We'll see if they can improve, but Gray is not a QB.

[nick9c]

Offense wasn't in sync, but our defense definitely wasn't terrible. JSU has a good defensive team. Guess we'll see how you guys fare against football powerhouse Central Conn. State next weekend.

[fuEMO]

Furman looked terrible. We'll see if they can improve, but Gray is not a QB.


Leave it to a fan of a team that had Foster playing quarterback last season, to say Gray is not a QB. I'll take Gray at 75 percent over Foster as a quarterback. We will see what you think on November 11th.

As far as Furman looking terrible. we held one of the nations best backs a Payton canidate under 100 yards and zero touchdowns. We also won playing 16 freshmen. On offense Stepp was the only senior that played most of the game. This team is different. But I think we will be just fine.

[GSUhooligan]

Leave it to a fan of a team that had Foster playing quarterback last season, to say Gray is not a QB. I'll take Gray at 75 percent over Foster as a quarterback. We will see what you think on November 11th.

As far as Furman looking terrible. we held one of the nations best backs a Payton canidate under 100 yards and zero touchdowns. We also won playing 16 freshmen. On offense Stepp was the only senior that played most of the game. This team is different. But I think we will be just fine.

Funny, since while Foster was at QB, you guys lost to us...I'll take Foster. Of course it doesn't matter now since you can't compare the two (different offenses). I'll bet Travis Clark could teach old Gray a thing or two though.

[Cocky]

Furman looked terrible. We'll see if they can improve, but Gray is not a QB.


If anybody played terrible it was my Gamecocks. I thought Furman played about as well as expected.

[fuEMO]

If anybody played terrible it was my Gamecocks. I thought Furman played about as well as expected.


Cocky do you really think the Gamecocks played terrible? Your receivers made acrobatic catches your QB was on the mark most of the game. And I was impressed with your defensive team speed. If you were looking for bigger numbers on offense, I think that was the role of the Furman defense. I was very happy to see the intensity on defense that Furman displayed. I thought last season JSU played a more physical game. This time Furman laid the hits.

About Foster, I'm not saying Foster wasn't a bad QB. He was just limited in his skills… mainly passing. Gray can pass and run. And as far as Travis Clark showing Gray a thing or two about playing QB? Lets see Clark played in two games last season at USM and he had very impressive stats. 2 for 3 for 16 yards. In high school he completed 95 of 169 passes for 1,685 yards, threw 17 touchdowns and had nine interceptions.

Considering Gray threw for 2,431 yards at Greenwood High and 3,061 yards of total offense in his senior season. I think he knows how to be a QB. If not Jordan Sorrells who passed for 9,405 yards and 105 touchdowns in high school can help him out.

[PaladinFan]

Geogia Southern fans, what's your deal? Why do you keep assuming we were playing Cantelope State or something? Jacksonville State was a very good football team and Furman scratched and clawed out a win. Why the hate?

Do you see one Furman fan on here fretting about Renaldo Gray? No, you don't. We have the utmost confidence in him as the signal caller. He made some very nice plays yesterday and smooth throws.

Y'all need to play a football game so you can start talking about your own team instead of how bad everyone else's is.

[JaxSinfonian]

Furman looked terrible. We'll see if they can improve, but Gray is not a QB.

They looked pretty darn good to me. About 4 points better than the other good team that was on the field.


Geogia Southern fans, what's your deal? Why do you keep assuming we were playing Cantelope State or something? Jacksonville State was a very good football team and Furman scratched and clawed out a win. Why the hate?

They haven't played Jax State since 2002. We were a different squad then, and they may not be entirely aware of the change. The OVC titles didn't just come from the move to a weaker conference; the team has improved greatly, too. PaladinFan, if you think bringing up ancient history is relevant or worth the trouble, tell GSU fans their team looked terrible against Jax State in 1992.

[slostang]

I had tough time on my poll with this one. Was this a case of Furman not playing to the level most people thought they were at or was it a case of Jacksonville playing better than most thought? I had Jacksonville State in my top 25 in the preseason poll. It will be fun to find out as the season plays out.

[FUwolfpacker]

I had tough time on my poll with this one. Was this a case of Furman not playing to the level most people thought they were at or was it a case of Jacksonville playing better than most thought? I had Jacksonville State in my top 25 in the preseason poll. It will be fun to find out as the season plays out.

A little bit of both, but I would say it was more due to the fact of JSU playing better than most thought. That JSU team I saw yesterday is a heckuva lot better than the one I saw in the playoffs a couple of years ago. JSU's defense is going to be very tough.

Furman stuggled to get it's offense going (some due to JSU's D, some to the fact we're still rusty), but FU's defense is a LOT better than the one we had last year at this time. JSU's only TD came from their defense (both teams had a TD taken a way by the refs though).

I don't think FU should drop considering they beat a very good team, and the first game is always a little nuts. I don't think you can move JSU into the top 25 after a loss, but they certainly played like a top 25 team.

Good luck to JSU the rest of the way. Both teams should be ok, if they can find a little more offense.

[PaladinFan]

Yes, Furman was a bit rusty, but you didn't see missed assignments, overthrown balls, botched coverages, etc. that come with a first game. Furman looked good but Jacksonville State is a lot better than I thought they'd be. That score was close because JSU kept it close, not because Furman didn't play to their potential.

[blukeys]

I had tough time on my poll with this one. Was this a case of Furman not playing to the level most people thought they were at or was it a case of Jacksonville playing better than most thought? I had Jacksonville State in my top 25 in the preseason poll. It will be fun to find out as the season plays out.


I have both in my top 25 poll. You are correct the season needs to play out.

[seantaylor]

Leave it to a fan of a team that had Foster playing quarterback last season, to say Gray is not a QB. I'll take Gray at 75 percent over Foster as a quarterback. We will see what you think on November 11th.

As far as Furman looking terrible. we held one of the nations best backs a Payton canidate under 100 yards and zero touchdowns. We also won playing 16 freshmen. On offense Stepp was the only senior that played most of the game. This team is different. But I think we will be just fine.

Yep, I would take Gray over the Socon's leading rusher and TD scorer from last year.xlolx xlolx xlolx

[seantaylor]

Yep, I would take Gray over the Socon's leading rusher and TD scorer from last year.xlolx xlolx xlolx


I can guarentee you that no team in the country would trade Foster for Gray, regardless of the position Foster plays. The kid is going to light it up again this year.

[fuEMO]

Gray's just getting his college career started guys. I never said once that Foster wasn't a good football player. I responded to the comment that Gray was no QB. Once Gray is healthy I'm guessing the UNC game I think you guys will see why BL recruited him. At the time Chaz Williams was running your offense and believe it our not Gray was being compared to Chaz by many. By the time Furman plays the Eagles all this will be old news Gray will either be the player they thought he would be. Or Sorrells a true pro style QB wil be calling plays.

I just get tired of the constant banter that no Furman player can compare to a GSU player. Foster should do well at his new position, but I think you guys are drinking alot of Eagle Creek Kool-Aid if you think the new offense is gonna set the world a fire in the first season. Look how long it took APP and Richie to click.

[seantaylor]

Gray's just getting his college career started guys. I never said once that Foster wasn't a good football player. I responded to the comment that Gray was no QB. Once Gray is healthy I'm guessing the UNC game I think you guys will see why BL recruited him. At the time Chaz Williams was running your offense and believe it our not Gray was being compared to Chaz by many. By the time Furman plays the Eagles all this will be old news Gray will either be the player they thought he would be. Or Sorrells a true pro style QB wil be calling plays.

I just get tired of the constant banter that no Furman player can compare to a GSU player. Foster should do well at his new position, but I think you guys are drinking alot of Eagle Creek Kool-Aid if you think the new offense is gonna set the world a fire in the first season. Look how long it took APP and Richie to click.

Oh, Gray runs a 4.37 40?

[youwouldno]

Maybe on GSU's stopwatch.

[fuEMO]

Oh, Gray runs a 4.37 40?

Amazing responce. I should have expected that. Again no Furman player can ever compare to a GSU player.:rotateh:

[parr90]

Offense wasn't in sync, but our defense definitely wasn't terrible. JSU has a good defensive team. Guess we'll see how you guys fare against football powerhouse Central Conn. State next weekend.


Yeah JSU is a real powerhouse!

[nick9c]

Yeah JSU is a real powerhouse!

Certainly better than "One and Done U" of the past 2 years... xlolx

[FUwolfpacker]

Certainly better than "One and Done U" of the past 2 years... xlolx

I'd like to defend you here bud, but JSU didn't even make the playoffs last year. When JSU did make the playoffs they were one and done both years. With that said, I think this JSU team is much better than the one we saw last year.

I keep waiting for FU fans to learn that you just can't argue with Georgia Southern fans. It's not worth your energy, and listenting to their arguments will make your head hurt.

The fact is no one has seen one full game from Grey yet. Not to mention he was hurt. Debating Grey vs Foster is just stupid because they're two totally different players, and they were both asked to do different things.

[seantaylor]

Maybe on GSU's stopwatch.

My bad, a 4.36. Do NFL scouts stopwatches count?

http://www.athleticedgesports.com/h/m4/default.asp

About half way down.

[Cocky]

I had tough time on my poll with this one. Was this a case of Furman not playing to the level most people thought they were at or was it a case of Jacksonville playing better than most thought? I had Jacksonville State in my top 25 in the preseason poll. It will be fun to find out as the season plays out.


We have top 25 or better talent, but the other parts are our problem.

[fuEMO]

My bad, a 4.36. Do NFL scouts stopwatches count?

http://www.athleticedgesports.com/h/m4/default.asp

About half way down.

Chaz was a good QB and had good size at 5-10, 213. Gray is bigger (6-0, 238 runs my guess a 4.6) in high school Gray displayed similar running skills but with a better arm. Rushed for 630 yards to finish with 3,061 yards in total offense in his only season at quarterback. The comparsion came from sports writers and recruiting pubs.

[DemiGS]

It sounds like this was a hell of a game. I didn't get to follow it because I was on vacation, and watching football while at the beach wasn't going to fly with the better half. :smiley_wi

You guys will have to excuse a few GSU fans. I think we are all excited to get the season started, and it was hard to watch everyone else get to play this weekend. I have no idea where this huge surge of ego is coming from. Who can possibly know Anything about what kind of GSU team we will see this year?!?

[FU97]

Good game. Furman had trouble running the ball. Need the OL to jel soon (though with Kivett out for a few weeks that will be hard). Lots of new parts there. Gray looked hobbled out there with his sprained foot. He wasn't as quick as he was last year.

On a bright note, the defense looked phenominal. The new DL coach has really helped the DL vs the pass. Got good pressure on the QB. Overall a real good game from the defense.

[SoCon48]

Good game. Furman had trouble running the ball. Need the OL to jel soon (though with Kivett out for a few weeks that will be hard). Lots of new parts there. Gray looked hobbled out there with his sprained foot. He wasn't as quick as he was last year.

On a bright note, the defense looked phenominal. The new DL coach has really helped the DL vs the pass. Got good pressure on the QB. Overall a real good game from the defense.

Well I'm sure with App's luck, Mr Kivett will be back in time for his KBS visit.

[fuEMO]

Well I'm sure with App's luck, Mr Kivett will be back in time for his KBS visit.

I think the oline did fine…JSU plays alot of guys in the box and their team speed did a good job of taking away the outside game until the 4th quarter. BL was quoted as saying "we're so used to getting 10-13 yard runs, in this game we got 4 and 5 yard gaines." Kivett is listed day-to-day and is listed as the backup I don;t think we will see him until UNC or Western. Thornburg has replaced Kivett, Thornburg was pre-season SoCon I think last season but was injured most of the year.


We are playing alot of young players on the oline but oline is usually a position that you never have to worry about with Furman.

[Cocky]

Yeah JSU is a real powerhouse!

Maybe, Central Conn is the new powerhouse.