FCS Kickoff: NDSU @ Montana Aug 29th

[BisonFan02]

I came away from last years game, really impressed with what the Grizz D was able to do. They gave up yards and spent a lot of time on the field, but they really showed resolve when they had to have a stop. Their offense did them no favors. I suspect they will have more sucess this time against a less experienced Bison defense.

Gut feeling is that it will be close and entertaining.

Pretty much this....I don't see how the Bison should be 15 point favorites...ON THE ROAD at Wa Griz. I could even see 13.5 being more reasonable, but I think this is a 1 TD game either way.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I came away from last years game, really impressed with what the Grizz D was able to do. They gave up yards and spent a lot of time on the field, but they really showed resolve when they had to have a stop. Their offense did them no favors. I suspect they will have more sucess this time against a less experienced Bison defense.

Gut feeling is that it will be close and entertaining.



Maybe

Carson was still getting use to playing, totally different animal now. NDSU's O-line is big, strong and nasty....pretty good combination to control the ball.

Question marks for both teams.

Entz pointed out the Bison defense will be ready for anything the Griz throw at them and will play hard.

Should be a good game.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

I came away from last years game, really impressed with what the Grizz D was able to do. They gave up yards and spent a lot of time on the field, but they really showed resolve when they had to have a stop. Their offense did them no favors. I suspect they will have more sucess this time against a less experienced Bison defense.

Gut feeling is that it will be close and entertaining.

Our offense and our line is struggling early so our D may still not be playing on a level playing field in the first few games.

[Grizalltheway]

Our offense and our line is struggling early so our D may still not be playing on a level playing field in the first few games.

It sounds to me like it's been okay with Gus at the helm. And I don't think it's uncommon for any team's defense to have the upper hand in fall camp. We shall see.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

It sounds to me like it's been okay with Gus at the helm. And I don't think it's uncommon for any team's defense to have the upper hand in fall camp. We shall see.

It's a bit more than that but maybe it gets fixed next week a bit.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

It's a bit more than that but maybe it gets fixed next week a bit.


Is the MLB that is suspended for this game a big loss for the Griz or is the 2nd a pretty good player?

[Roamingriz]

Is the MLB that is suspended for this game a big loss for the Griz or is the 2nd a pretty good player?

He has appeared in 23 games the last two seasons starting none of them. But its game experience nonetheless. He's also a senior so he's been in the system for a while.

[Roamingriz]

He has appeared in 23 games the last two seasons starting none of them. But its game experience nonetheless. He's also a senior so he's been in the system for a while.

He's the OLB too according to this article. Fifth yr senior. No scrub, should do just fine I'd bet. http://missoulian.com/news/local/griz-football-connor-lebsock-likely-to-start-in-place-of/article_1483cd2f-5be4-58d2-98e8-36569437e11c.html

[ursus arctos horribilis]

He's the OLB too according to this article. Fifth yr senior. No scrub, should do just fine I'd bet. http://missoulian.com/news/local/griz-football-connor-lebsock-likely-to-start-in-place-of/article_1483cd2f-5be4-58d2-98e8-36569437e11c.html

I always feel good when we have a Lebsock on the field so I'm comfortable with this part of the game.

[skinny_uncle]

When the Bison lose this season, it will be to another Valley team.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

When the Bison lose this season, it will be to another Valley team.


Probably right considering past history.

[caribbeanhen]

Probably right considering past history.

probably right considering the schedule they play

[Milkman]

probably right considering the schedule they playProbably right considering the conference they play in.








I like this game.

[centennial]

If we lose this game, we are in trouble. The griz would be middle of the road in the valley, I expect this game to be similar to an opponent of such caliber. A team with a new coach, new system, and a new QB should struggle against NDSU. Unless the griz can get offence going against NDSU, this will be a long game.

[Grizzlies82]

If we lose this game, we are in trouble. The griz would be middle of the road in the valley, I expect this game to be similar to an opponent of such caliber.

A team with a new coach, new system, and a new QB should struggle against NDSU. Unless the griz can get offence going against NDSU, this will be a long game.

I agree with the last half of your comments. A new coach, a new offensive scheme (using players recruited for the previous one), and a new QB, does lead to the real possibility the Grizzly offense could sputter in their first game (or even season). If that is the case, it will be a very long afternoon for Montana fans as the Bizon march the field.

Yet your premise the Grizzlies equal a middle of the road team in the MV conference is not backed up in fact. The Griz have consistently won just about all of their games versus your conference other than No Dakota St. We've all heard how tough your conference is, we just haven't seen it on the scoreboard.

[centennial]

I agree with the last half of your comments. A new coach, a new offensive scheme (using players recruited for the previous one), and a new QB, does lead to the real possibility the Grizzly offense could sputter in their first game (or even season). If that is the case, it will be a very long afternoon for Montana fans as the Bizon march the field.

Yet your premise the Grizzlies equal a middle of the road team in the MV conference is not backed up in fact. The Griz have consistently won just about all of their games versus your conference other than No Dakota St. We've all heard how tough your conference is, we just haven't seen it on the scoreboard.
Yes, true historically. However, times have changed. In the last half decade the Griz have won 2 games against SD (by 8 and 11 points). You also destroyed UNI in 2011. I consider the Griz as good as the average valley team. Things might change again with Stitt but that to me is at least a year away.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

I agree with the last half of your comments. A new coach, a new offensive scheme (using players recruited for the previous one), and a new QB, does lead to the real possibility the Grizzly offense could sputter in their first game (or even season). If that is the case, it will be a very long afternoon for Montana fans as the Bizon march the field.

Yet your premise the Grizzlies equal a middle of the road team in the MV conference is not backed up in fact. The Griz have consistently won just about all of their games versus your conference other than No Dakota St. We've all heard how tough your conference is, we just haven't seen it on the scoreboard.

He probably means the Southland.

[centennial]

He probably means the Southland.
Low blow.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

If we lose this game, we are in trouble. The griz would be middle of the road in the valley, I expect this game to be similar to an opponent of such caliber. A team with a new coach, new system, and a new QB should struggle against NDSU. Unless the griz can get offence going against NDSU, this will be a long game.


No we are not. The defense might make some mistakes but in no way is the season in trouble. Win the conference and get a bye.

Losing to Montana in there place is not a bad loss. It will take a full 4 quarter effort to beat the Bison.

[centennial]

No we are not. The defense might make some mistakes but in no way is the season in trouble. Win the conference and get a bye.

Losing to Montana in there place is not a bad loss. It will take a full 4 quarter effort to beat the Bison.
Disagree. 1 OOC loss and 1 loss in the valley and we are probably on the road for the playoffs. Add to that we are playing a team recruited for a completely different scheme, with a new coach, and they lost some key players to graduation. I don't mean this as disrespect to the Griz but we should win with a comfortable margin. We will need to turn it over 3+ times to lose IMO.

[Grizzlies82]

Yes, true historically. However, times have changed. In the last half decade the Griz have won 2 games against SD (by 8 and 11 points). You also destroyed UNI in 2011. I consider the Griz as good as the average valley team. Things might change again with Stitt but that to me is at least a year away.

Ok, with the uncertainty of what this season holds... maybe Montana would be just an average MV team. I certainly hope not, but it's a possibility and the Griz have had two sad seasons recently.

Other than last year's Fargo trip I only remember one bad encounter with the Missouri Valley conference. About 20 years back Western Illinois gave the Grizzlies a very ugly beat down in the playoffs. Though I believe our guys returned the favor a few years later. I haven't looked it up but those may be the only two Montana losses to your conference in the past quarter century. Though our guys will have their hands full on Saturday to keep it that way. No Dakota St has fielded great teams the rest of the conference has had some good teams yet is largely riding those coat tails.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Disagree. 1 OOC loss and 1 loss in the valley and we are probably on the road for the playoffs. Add to that we are playing a team recruited for a completely different scheme, with a new coach, and they lost some key players to graduation. I don't mean this as disrespect to the Griz but we should win with a comfortable margin. We will need to turn it over 3+ times to lose IMO.


I agree the Bison will win the game....I'm a homer. But a 9-2 team will be on the road for the playoffs in your opinion? I think a 9-2 Bison team has a bye and home game after that.

[centennial]

I agree the Bison will win the game....I'm a homer. But a 9-2 team will be on the road for the playoffs in your opinion? I think a 9-2 Bison team has a bye and home game after that.
QF and SF. Also depends on if we lose to Montana and they win the Big Sky.

[Bisonator]

Prediction time.

I think NDSU controls the LOS both ways. I think Montana's new offense struggles out of the gate, they may catch a young inexperienced NDSU defense with a few plays and put up a few more points then last year. I think NDSU's offense controls the game and limits Montana's chances. Last year an inexperienced NDSU offense manhandled a stout Montana defense between the 20's and an inexperianced OC lead to some pretty conservative play calling in the redzone. With that last years game still wasn't that close, now with a seasoned NDSU offense and one of the best olines in school history all spells trouble for the Griz. It may be close for a half but the Bison pull away 38-20.

[dewey]

Here are my thoughts on the game.
NDSU offensively is going to be really good this year with the quarterback (Carson Wentz) being in his second year of starting. He can make all the throws, will have the ability to change plays at the line of scrimmage and is really good at running the ball if needed. The offensive line has an All American at LT in Joe Haeg, 2014 starters RT Landon Lechler and RG Jeremy Kelly are back, 2014 LG Austin Kuhnert moving to C and 2013 LG Zach Johnson back starting. The offensive line is going to be outstanding this year. The fullback is kind of a hybrid TE/FB (Andrew Bonnet) and is very athletic for a big guy and NDSU will use him in the passing game. NDSU has #82 (Zach Vraa) and #16 (RJ Urzendowski) back at starting WR's. The TE's are very good with Luke Albers, Connor Wentz and Jeff Illies. The RB's should be solid with #22 King Frazier, #25 Chase Morlock and Lance Dunn and NDSU could be back to the 2 1,000 rushers in the same season.

My thought for the MT D to be successful they have to play 1 on 1 against the WR's and stack teh box versus the run. However with an experienced QB in Wentz and WR's Vraa, Urzendowski and the TE's NDSU could hit MT with some big plays. With the way NDSU ran the ball down MT's throat last year between the 20's I still have a hard time thinking that MT will be able to slow down the run game and in connection with that the play action pass game.

NDSU defensively will be very good at the DT/NG, MLB and the CB spots. I just don't think anyone will be able to run the ball up the middle against NDSU. The OLB's are going to be new starters but are going to be players that have been in the program for a few years and have learned by watching Carleton Littlejohn, Travis Beck and Esley Thorton. The DE's, OLB's and safeties will be new starters this year and that is where I am concerned is that the MT offense with the jet sweeps and read option could attack NDSU. However if NDSU plays solid assignment football it will be tough to move the ball against them. I think with this being the first game for Montana's new offense strategy and a first year starter that NDSU will be able to slow them down. The fast paced offense is great when you can rattle off numerous plays in a row but it can back fire quick if NDSU can stuff them and then keep grinding down the Grizzlies defense.

However if Montana wins the turnover margin by 2 or more than I think that evens the field. Also special teams could be a great equalizer. I think MT will be able to move the ball at times but not consistently enough to keep up with the outstanding NDSU offense.

I think it is close at halftime with NDSU leading by 3-10 points and then in the 2nd half is where NDSU wears MT down and wins going away.

I will say
NDSU 31
Montana 17

Dewey

[dewey]

Here is the NDSU depth chart from todays press conference from a poster on Bisonville.

Defensive Side

LE
Brad Ambrosius6-4 246 JR
Stanley Jones 6-3 240 RFr

DT
Brian Schaetz 6-1 287 SR
Grant Morgan 6-4 283 SO

NG
Nate Tanquay 6-4 285 SO
Aaron Steidl 6-2 279 RFr

RE
Greg Menard 6-2 239 SO
Jarrod Tuszka 6-3 243 SO

SLB
Pierre Gee-Tucker JR
Levi Jordheim RFr

MLB
Nick DeLuca Jr
Matt Plank SO

WLB
MJ Stumpf JR
Dan Marlette RFr

CB Smith is Gametime decision
CJ Smith SR
or Jalen Allison RFr
Dakota Reid RFr

SS
Chris Board SO
Andrew Smith JR
Robbie Grimsley FR

FS
Tre Dempsey SO
Jaylaan Wimbush RFr

CB
Jordan Champion SR
Jalen Allison RFr

Offense
QB
Carson Wentz SR.
Easton Stick RFr
Cole Davis SO

RB
Chase Morloch JR
King Frazier JR
Lance Dunn RFr
Darrius Anderson SR plays more of a slot

FB
Jedre Cyr SR

TE
Andrew Bonnet SR
Luke Albers SR

WR LH
Zach Vraa SR
Khayvon Hawkins RFr

WR RH
RJ Urzendowski SO
Darrius Shepherd RFr

LT
Joe Haeg 6-6 310 SR
Landon Lechler 6-7 301 JR

LG
Zack Johnson 6-4 326 RJr
Tanner Volson 6-4 304 RFr

C
Austin Kuhnert 6-4 301 SO
Christian Triplett 6-3 301 RFr

RG
Jeremy Kelly 6-6 300 SR
Zack Ziemer 6-4 291 SO

RT
Landon Lechler 6-7 301 JR
Luke Bacon 6-5 297 RFr

[IBleedYellow]

Griz fans living in Missoula, how's the weather looking? Fires/smoke moving away so the game will be able to be played on time?

[100%GRIZ]

Looks like upper 70s for a high & probably plenty of smoke!

[Grizalltheway]

Looks like upper 70s for a high & probably plenty of smoke!

Yeah, I doubt the smoke is going anywhere by Saturday, but temperature wise it should be perfect. Like climate-controlled dome perfect.:D

[IBleedYellow]

Looks like upper 70s for a high & probably plenty of smoke!

So still a chance of no game playing if there is too much smoke? :(

[Grizalltheway]

So still a chance of no game playing if there is too much smoke? :(

Very little if any.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

So still a chance of no game playing if there is too much smoke? :(

Who is saying this? I have seen it a lot smokier than this on several occasions and they have never cancelled a game? Has this been in the Missoulian or something? I've seen this mentioned a couple of times and am wondering if I'm missing something or if it's being made up on the nets and passed around as a possibility.

Trust me, this ain't **** compared to the Hofstra game.

[Grizzlies82]

So still a chance of no game playing if there is too much smoke? :(

Here in Billings (5 hours east of Missoula) we've had days where the smoke from the Washington fires was extremely thick.
That said, I can't hardly imagine there would be a chance to cancel this game due to too much smoke. Perhaps only if the center can't find the ball?

[RootinFerDukes]

You guys have to give them a break. They're used to playing arena football in the cozy air conditioning.

[Lehigh'98]

What is the number in this game at now? 17.5? Really leaning towards the home dog to cover here, but probably not win outright.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

You guys have to give them a break. They're used to playing arena football in the cozy air conditioning.

You would think that in those cozy conditions your team would have fared better the last time they visited.

[RootinFerDukes]

You would think that in those cozy conditions your team would have fared better the last time they visited.
I was actually happy with our performance considering that our head coach was descending into mediocrity and the worst QB since 2004 was behind center in that game. Considering how mediocre the team was, we still lost by the least of any of NDSU's playoff teams that year, if I recollect correctly.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

I was actually happy with our performance considering that our head coach was descending into mediocrity and the worst QB since 2004 was behind center in that game. Considering how mediocre the team was, we still lost by the least of any of NDSU's playoff teams that year, if I recollect correctly.

Worst? I thought everybody was so HIGH on him?


4 years later and we can still get a joke off on that one!

[RootinFerDukes]

Worst? I thought everybody was so HIGH on him?


4 years later and we can still get a joke off on that one!

Worst IMO. Some fans will defend him because there's always an opposing opinion to everything.
Maybe it was the fact that he wouldn't stop getting suspended, seemed to perform worse with each season, not better. Perhaps it was the endless interceptions, or the fact that he couldn't pass or run worth a crap. He never seemed to understand the play calls coming from the sideline. Stared like a deer in headlights at the coaches. He was a glorified ball-hander-offer.

[BisonFan02]

Sometimes the Bison play in smoke at home as well.....the Incarnate Word game got pretty hazy with all of the post-score firework smoke in the dome. :D

[BisonFan02]

Speaking of smoke, I plan on chain smoking cigars during the drive out there...should be a treat. xthumbsupx

[Grizalltheway]

Speaking of smoke, I plan on chain smoking cigars during the drive out there...should be a treat. xthumbsupx
Just be sure not to flick your butts once you get west of the state line...

[BisonFan02]

Just be sure not to flick your butts once you get west of the state line...

Yup! Know all too well in the Dakotas...we have plenty of people that have set their fair share of fields ablaze.... xsmhx

[dewey]

Here is an article from the Fargo Forum about Brent Musburger announcing the NDSU vs. Montana game in 4 days.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3824433-schnepf-even-his-montana-ties-musburger-cant-help-be-impressed-bison-football

FARGO – When ESPN called to ask one of the most recognizable sports announcers in the country to work the North Dakota State at Montana football game, Brent Musburger had two requests—neither of which required more money.No. 1: Musburger wanted the same, entire crew that works with him when he announces SEC football games. So when Bison fans click on their television sets for Saturday's 2:30 p.m. season opener, they will see a telecast produced by the same crew that brought you last year's Auburn-Alabama game.
"What's your second request?" ESPN asked.
"I need tickets," Musburger said.
Yes, even though Musberger grew up in Billings, Mont., and resides two months during the summer one hour away from the stadium in Missoula where the Bison will play Saturday, he has been unable to find tickets for his children, grandchildren and friends who live in Montana.

PARTS REMOVED PER THE BIG GUY...see the link.


Having grown up in Billings, he's also very familiar with Montana football. He remembers Montana's glory days when it won a national title in 1995 and lost to Marshall and a receiver named Randy Moss in the 1996 title game.

Musburger watched Montana's scrimmage two weeks ago. And he's well aware that the first person in line when general admission tickets for this game went on sale last month was an NDSU fan.

"That still smarts in Missoula," Musburger said. "They are still unhappy about that one."

There are some Bison fans fearing that Musburger, because of his ties to Montana, will become a homer—presenting a Montana bias. Musburger chuckled at the notion.

"Please tell them that my father was born in North Dakota," Musburger said, whose late father was born in Bismarck. "Tell them they will get a fair shake."


Go Bison!

Dewey

[tomq04]

That is great stuff!

This will be a great game.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

An NDSU fan being first in line hurts here? I have not heard one person say one thing about that? Hell, I thought it was a good sign of how much it means to be there for both fan bases. Sorry Mus, that is manufactured BS.

Dewey, please don't post full articles. Edit that to no more then the first 1/4 (roughly) of the article.

[Missingnumber7]

Speaking of Smoke and playing conditions, if memory serves me right didn't the NDSU plane have to land somewhere other than Missoula due to smoke from fires nearby in 03?

[dewey]

Speaking of Smoke and playing conditions, if memory serves me right didn't the NDSU plane have to land somewhere other than Missoula due to smoke from fires nearby in 03?

Correct. Here is a link to the article.

http://www.inforum.com/content/ndsu-football-team-forced-alter-travel-plans-missoula

Poor visibility from forest fires in western Montana forced the Bison to call an audible on their itinerary. Their charter plane was forced to land in Helena, 120 miles east of Missoula, where NDSU will play the University of Montana today.
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Instead of busing several miles from the team’s hotel in south Missoula for a 4 p.m. practice Friday at Washington Grizzly Stadium, the Bison were on a winding road two hours out of Helena.

One of the three buses, carrying administrative staff and fans, broke down twice, the second time at the top of a mountain pass.

“It’s overheated twice,” said longtime NDSU sports information director George Ellis, via cell phone. “As far as getting to a place, I don’t think I’ve had anything as difficult as this.”

The bus carrying Bison players and coaches, meanwhile, continued on, arriving about 6:30 p.m. Missoula time.



Dewey

[dewey]

Here are some articles from when NDSU defeated Montana back in 2003.

http://www.inforum.com/content/shock-herd-missed-field-goal-sends-bison-frenzy

http://www.inforum.com/content/bison-notebook-bison-rush-right-back-game

Here is a Bison Media Blog about NDSU gearing up for Montana.

http://bisonmedia.areavoices.com/bison-media-blog-gearing-up-for-missoula/

Dewey

[centennial]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMwOoAgx0EI

[dewey]

Here is a portion of an article from the Fargo Forum about NDSU preparing for the new Montana offense.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3825172-bison-getting-their-fill-colorado-school-mines-prepping-grizzlies
FARGO – If any opponent of the Colorado School of Mines football team wants a preview of the Orediggers' returning personnel this year, they can probably call North Dakota State. The Bison coaches have been watching hours of Mines tape from the 2014 season.It's all in the name of trying to figure out what new Montana head coach Bob Stitt will bring to the Washington-Grizzly Stadium table on Saturday afternoon. Stitt is in his first year after a successful 15-year run at Mines, a school where he developed an offense that carried a reputation of having a spread-out, high-flying, high-tempo attack.....there is more at the link.

3 days until Bison football.

Go Bison!

Dewey

[dewey]

Here is a NDSU scouting report from a egriz poster.

Good breakdown.

http://www.egriz.com/grizboard/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=70848

Dewey

[BisonFan02]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gKYLJP2luI

This needs to be here.....:D

[THE DANIMAL]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtWefmXCOdM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtWefmXCOdM)

Another video that an egriz poster put together yesterday.

[THE DANIMAL]

For those of you fans that want to attend a game in person at Washington Grizzly Stadium here is some pregame video. It's definitely a good time.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fdy1Bji4I6k

[BisonFan02]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SwD_mbE3dM

[THE DANIMAL]

At about the 2:10 mark the MONTANA----GRIZZLIES chant will begin. They plan to do this before NDSU comes out of their tunnel this Saturday. Video doesn't do the loudness justice. But anyways for anyone that wants to watch. It's going to be a great atmosphere and game. Go Griz!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDPA3RaEZzI

[deez_na]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtWefmXCOdM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtWefmXCOdM)

Another video that an egriz poster put together yesterday.

Felt like I was at an opera

[NoDak 4 Ever]

Felt like I was at an opera

by the middle of the 2nd quarter, you're going to feel like it's church when the disappointment of 25,000 people sets in.

[BisonFan02]

Griz O* vs Bison D decides this game......and I genuinely have no ****ing clue about either. xlolx



*not to be confused with Grizo....I 100% expect that to fail :D

[Grizalltheway]

by the middle of the 2nd quarter, you're going to feel like it's church when the disappointment of 25,000 people sets in.

I know you guys got a lot of tickets, but 25K? Let's not be ridiculous here.

[Grizalltheway]

Griz O* vs Bison D decides this game......and I genuinely have no ****ing clue about either. xlolx



*not to be confused with Grizo....I 100% expect that to fail :D
Bison O vs Griz D might play a role too.

[deez_na]

by the middle of the 2nd quarter, you're going to feel like it's church when the disappointment of 25,000 people sets in.

I hope you are right. I think it might be a close win by the Bison

[Grizalltheway]

Griz 2 deep finally released.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNWpgmrUcAA5eIx.jpg

[AshevilleApp2]

by the middle of the 2nd quarter, you're going to feel like it's church when the disappointment of 25,000 people sets in.

You are going to fall hard my friend. Maybe not this year, or next, but you'll fall one day. And people won't be holding a safety net.

[344Johnson]

I hope you are right. I think it might be a close win by the Bison

That's what I'm going with. I'm thinking a 7-10 point win.

[Grizalltheway]

You are going to fall hard my friend. Maybe not this year, or next, but you'll fall one day. And people won't be holding a safety net.

xbowxxbowx

[NoDak 4 Ever]

You are going to fall hard my friend. Maybe not this year, or next, but you'll fall one day. And people won't be holding a safety net.

What does fall mean? A losing season? Not making the playoffs? I mean, I'm almost 43 and I've seen 2 losing seasons. I have 4 national championship games in my back pocket. This is gravy and when my team is good, I'm going to be happy about it.

[344Johnson]

What does fall mean? A losing season? Not making the playoffs? I mean, I'm almost 43 and I've seen 2 losing seasons. I have 4 national championship games in my back pocket. This is gravy and when my team is good, I'm going to be happy about it.

The Bison didn't have a home playoff game in my lifetime until I got to college. They had two losing seasons in my lifetime and when I was a little kid, beating UND was not the norm. So its not unheard of for them to have "bad" times.

I doubt that will happen though. But it will be interesting to see what happens in the Fargodome and around the state when NDSU falls back down to earth.

[centennial]

You are going to fall hard my friend. Maybe not this year, or next, but you'll fall one day. And people won't be holding a safety net.
Everyone falls one day.

[Professor Chaos]

For those of you fans that want to attend a game in person at Washington Grizzly Stadium here is some pregame video. It's definitely a good time.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fdy1Bji4I6k
Well, if they play Thunderstruck again before the Griz take the field in this game they can guarantee that 100% of fans in the stadium will be standing and cheering.

[Missingnumber7]

Well, if they play Thunderstruck again before the Griz take the field in this game they can guarantee that 100% of fans in the stadium will be standing and cheering.

I was really disappointed when this wasn't a night game.

For 2 reasons.

1. I have to ref Sat Afternoon
2. WA Griz looks awesome lit up.

[IBleedYellow]

Well, if they play Thunderstruck again before the Griz take the field in this game they can guarantee that 100% of fans in the stadium will be standing and cheering.

Kansas State did that and they couldn't understand why all the Bison fans were going bonkers.

Silly Wildcats.

[AshevilleApp2]

What does fall mean? A losing season? Not making the playoffs? I mean, I'm almost 43 and I've seen 2 losing seasons. I have 4 national championship games in my back pocket. This is gravy and when my team is good, I'm going to be happy about it.

It means you're behavior is that of an arrogant prick who is riding the coattails of the team to some sort of respect. No problem with being happy about success, but understand that when you rub others noses in it, it will come back to bite you. And people will be waiting. Winning with class is an asset you might want to consider.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

It means you're behavior is that of an arrogant prick who is riding the coattails of the team to some sort of respect. No problem with being happy about success, but understand that when you rub others noses in it, it will come back to bite you. And people will be waiting. Winning with class is an asset you might want to consider.

Yeah, I still don't know what that means.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

All I said was that it was likely that those people would be disappointed.

[AshevilleApp2]

All I said was that it was likely that those people would be disappointed.

You may want to look back over some of your posts then.

[Grizalltheway]

Kansas State did that and they couldn't understand why all the Bison fans were going bonkers.

Silly Wildcats.

I have to say I don't understand going bonkers about a ****ty song by a ****ty band, either. xconfusedx

[344Johnson]

Yeah, I still don't know what that means.

It means you are a d*ck about the accomplishments of 18-22 year olds that go to the same school as you did. When they are not as good, people will enjoy rubbing your nose in it. If you were gracious about it, people would probably treat you differently.

I believe that is what he is saying

[IBleedYellow]

I have to say I don't understand going bonkers about a ****ty song by a ****ty band, either. xconfusedx

It's been our entrance song for years. NDSU is known also known as "The Thundering Herd."


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=My6zyoPuopk

[NoDak 4 Ever]

You may want to look back over some of your posts then.

I genuinely have no idea what you're talking about.

My first post was about Game of Thrones
Then a couple jokes about Grizo, whom I missed last year in Fargo because he got too drunk too fast.
Then a defense of NDSU as a FCS school,
Then something about a drive in last years semifinal game.
A post about ticket sales
Then a joke about Youngstown State
More ticket sales posts, something about how fetching AJ McCarron's mom is
A joke about the Southland's success in Missoula, a response to someone else's post
A response to a JMU poster making a joke about the Fargodome
A Justin Thorpe joke (never get tired of those)
Then my response to the blather about the noisy Montana fans.

Then your bull****.

Tell me, what showed an inordinate amount of arrogance requiring your board policing?

[Grizalltheway]

It's been our entrance song for years. NDSU is known also known as "The Thundering Herd."


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=My6zyoPuopk

I know. Just trying to troll AC/DC fans. xthumbsupx

[NoDak 4 Ever]

I know. Just trying to troll AC/DC fans. xthumbsupx

Outside of that song, I rather dislike AC/DC.

[BisonFan02]

Outside of that song, I rather dislike AC/DC.


............and the defense rests. xlolx

[ursus arctos horribilis]

What does fall mean? A losing season? Not making the playoffs? I mean, I'm almost 43 and I've seen 2 losing seasons. I have 4 national championship games in my back pocket. This is gravy and when my team is good, I'm going to be happy about it.

You're a douche about it is what you actually are. I will put up with it but you are on the lower end of class in most of these sort of threads. I wouldn't count on everyone putting up with it in person though.xthumbsupx

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Yeah, I still don't know what that means.

You don't understand that?

[NoDak 4 Ever]

You don't understand that?

Please see my brief summary of my posts in this thread and tell me where I have been out of line.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

............and the defense rests. xlolx

It's so boring and repetitive. I don't dislike the genre, just something about them.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

You're a douche about it is what you actually are. I will put up with it but you are on the lower end of class in most of these sort of threads. I wouldn't count on everyone putting up with it in person though.xthumbsupx

Unfortunately, I can never have a face to face with a WCU fan, they bought us out.

[IBleedYellow]

Please see my brief summary of my posts in this thread and tell me where I have been out of line.

90% of the time? If not more.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Please see my brief summary of my posts in this thread and tell me where I have been out of line.

He is talking about your overall body of work in these sorts of threads, not just this one specifically. It was noticed that you are starting the LakesBison type **** or as he put it an abundance of arrogance when this has all been pretty friendly and celebratory.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Outside of that song, I rather dislike AC/DC.


Say it isn't so......

AC/DC is one of the best rock bands ever.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

He is talking about your overall body of work in these sorts of threads, not just this one specifically. It was noticed that you are starting the LakesBison type **** or as he put it an abundance of arrogance when this has all been pretty friendly and celebratory.

OK, forget it. I tried.

[BisonFan02]

Say it isn't so......

AC/DC is one of the best rock bands ever.

I'm actually 100% not surprised he doesn't like AC/DC. Call it a hunch I guess. :D

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

It means you're behavior is that of an arrogant prick who is riding the coattails of the team to some sort of respect. No problem with being happy about success, but understand that when you rub others noses in it, it will come back to bite you. And people will be waiting. Winning with class is an asset you might want to consider.


You mean other FCS fans are waiting to jump on Bison fans when they stop winning?

Oh, the horror!!

So what! This is a fan forum. Other teams have had their day in the sun and so will others.

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He is talking about your overall body of work in these sorts of threads, not just this one specifically. It was noticed that you are starting the LakesBison type **** or as he put it an abundance of arrogance when this has all been pretty friendly and celebratory.

NoDak is nothing like lakes.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

You mean other FCS fans are waiting to jump on Bison fans when they stop winning?

Oh, the horror!!

So what! This is a fan forum. Other teams have had their day in the sun and so will others.

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NoDak is nothing like lakes.

On the threads he can be a bit. Different style but same effect and purpose.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

On the threads he can be a bit. Different style but same effect and purpose.

Personally, that's just a cheap, lazy comparison.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

On the threads he can be a bit. Different style but same effect and purpose.



Lakes is just a troll. Lakes is banned on Bisonville and that is pretty hard to do. I think Tony can take a lot of BS before he bans someone but lakes managed to do it.

NoDak rubs some the wrong way cus of his political beliefs. Him and I are polar opposites but I enjoy his posting. Heck you probably have had more complaints about me-!!!

[NoDak 4 Ever]

Lakes is just a troll. Lakes is banned on Bisonville and that is pretty hard to do. I think Tony can take a lot of BS before he bans someone but lakes managed to do it.

NoDak rubs some the wrong way cus of his political beliefs. Him and I are polar opposites but I enjoy his posting. Heck you probably have had more complaints about me-!!!

This is silly. I did nothing to provoke Asheville's response yet here I am, having to defend my ****ing self for nothing.

[andthehomeofthe-BIZON-]

I hate all of you equally. Now can we move on....

[NoDak 4 Ever]

I hate all of you equally. Now can we move on....

Right?

OK, lets start again. NDSU will play Montana on Saturday. Was that non-controversial enough?

[McNeese75]

Right?

OK, lets start again. NDSU will play Montana on Saturday. Was that non-controversial enough?

Word to the wise (I know inaccurate word choice), Don't bring that "somewhat controversial" attitude of yours into Red's, etc this weekend or you might end up on your ear. Just sayin xcoffeex

But otherwise, Have a GREAT time xthumbsupx

[NoDak 4 Ever]

Word to the wise (I know inaccurate word choice), Don't bring that "somewhat controversial" attitude of yours into Red's, etc this weekend or you might end up on your ear. Just sayin xcoffeex

But otherwise, Have a GREAT time xthumbsupx

Your post had 38 words, all of them English.


working on my non-controversial comments

[McNeese75]

Your post had 38 words, all of them English.


working on my non-controversial comments


xlolx

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Back to the game talk.

Line play on both sides. If the Bison OL takes control, then it will be good day for the Bison offense. Same for the Griz.

[Grizalltheway]

Back to the game talk.

Line play on both sides. If the Bison OL takes control, then it will be good day for the Bison offense. Same for the Griz.

I think one of the bigger keys for us will be how improved (or not improved) our secondary is. If our LBs can key more on the run instead of worrying about bailing them out, we should hopefully have more success stopping the run than last year.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I think one of the bigger keys for us will be how improved (or not improved) our secondary is. If our LBs can key more on the run instead of worrying about bailing them out, we should hopefully have more success stopping the run than last year.



Our OC likes to throw the ball a little more than Vigen did (former oc). I guess Wentz has a lot of flexibility when it comes to play calling....he's going to call plays on the line. This might be a challenge if WGS is ridiculously loud.

All the what ifs have been hashed out.....wish it was Saturday!!!!

[No_Skill]

I've seen it mentioned a few times that the Montana special teams unit could use some work. That could play a pretty big role on Saturday. I hate to see a game decided to special teams mistakes. What is the situation there?

[IBleedYellow]

Well, that didn't take long.

http://www.anygivensaturday.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21236&stc=1

[Grizzlies82]

I've seen it mentioned a few times that the Montana special teams unit could use some work. That could play a pretty big role on Saturday. I hate to see a game decided to special teams mistakes. What is the situation there?

Reportedly the special team work was very sloppy in the scrimmages (shanked kicks, bobbled returns,...). Don't know how much time was put into it, so it may be a real issue of being, or it could be something resolved with some actual preparation. Either way I ALWAYS hate it when our team lines up for a field goal.

[Drblankstare]

Grizz fans: What's the scouting report on your new QB? Big arm, mobile etc? He's a big dude, wondering if Stitt can use him in the running game.

[Twentysix]

Go Bison! I'm looking forward to a great season! So glad that all the Bison games are available through ESPN3.

[Grizalltheway]

Grizz fans: What's the scouting report on your new QB? Big arm, mobile etc? He's a big dude, wondering if Stitt can use him in the running game.

From what I've read/heard: big arm, accurate, intelligent, has a good grasp of the new offense. Not very mobile, but that doesn't seem to be a big priority for Stitt.

[Drblankstare]

From what I've read/heard: big arm, accurate, intelligent, has a good grasp of the new offense. Not very mobile, but that doesn't seem to be a big priority for Stitt.

Thank you

[dewey]

Here is an article from the Fargo Forum about the height of the 2 NDSU and Montana quarterbacks.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3825818-there-will-be-no-shortage-height-quarterback-when-bison-take-grizzlies

Here is another good article from the Fargo Forum about NDSU's first football team and overall history of the program.
http://www.inforum.com/news/3825829-throwback-thursday-first-bison-football-team

2 days 5 hours and 50 minutes to go.

Go Bison!

Dewey

[BisonFan02]

12 hours till arrival in Missoula.....on hwy 2.

[AshevilleApp2]

You mean other FCS fans are waiting to jump on Bison fans when they stop winning?

Oh, the horror!!

So what! This is a fan forum. Other teams have had their day in the sun and so will others.

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NoDak is nothing like lakes.

Your day in the sun is here. Enjoy it as long as it lasts! I have no problem with that. But be careful about what you say about others while you are on the way up, you're likely to see them again on the way down. Trust me, I know, being an App fan. Overall I like NDAK, but the tone of his posts has seemed a little overboard lately. Case in point, starting a thread with "NDSU agrees to play Oregon". Just a thought. Carry on.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Personally, that's just a cheap, lazy comparison.


Your day in the sun is here. Enjoy it as long as it lasts! I have no problem with that. But be careful about what you say about others while you are on the way up, you're likely to see them again on the way down. Trust me, I know, being an App fan. Overall I like NDAK, but the tone of his posts has seemed a little overboard lately. Case in point, starting a thread with "NDSU agrees to play Oregon". Just a thought. Carry on.

That was not his title AA. I combined two threads and chose the more descriptive title of the two. That isn't on him.

Just sort of being a dick to people on the other side that will be likely be very kind and gracious hosts as he has done to other fan bases in the past several years, that is on him. It wasn't even that big of a deal but he didn't like being called out on it so here we are I guess. Still gonna be a good time.

[AshevilleApp2]

That was not his title AA. I combined two threads and chose the more descriptive title of the two. That isn't on him.

Just sort of being a dick to people on the other side that will be likely be very kind and gracious hosts as he has done to other fan bases in the past several years, that is on him. It wasn't even that big of a deal but he didn't like being called out on it so here we are I guess. Still gonna be a good time.

Fair enough. I apologize NDAK. Y'all have a blast!

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Your day in the sun is here. Enjoy it as long as it lasts! I have no problem with that. But be careful about what you say about others while you are on the way up, you're likely to see them again on the way down. Trust me, I know, being an App fan. Overall I like NDAK, but the tone of his posts has seemed a little overboard lately. Case in point, starting a thread with "NDSU agrees to play Oregon". Just a thought. Carry on.


I have enjoyed watching the Bison since I was a freshman in HS (83) and have really enjoyed the D1 era.

Will the Bison be mediocre? I highly doubt it.

The players are very humble. As for the fans....it doesn't matter. Their fans.

[NoDak 4 Ever]

That was not his title AA. I combined two threads and chose the more descriptive title of the two. That isn't on him.

Just sort of being a dick to people on the other side that will be likely be very kind and gracious hosts as he has done to other fan bases in the past several years, that is on him. It wasn't even that big of a deal but he didn't like being called out on it so here we are I guess. Still gonna be a good time.

Damn, I hope so. I'm going to be in town sooner than I thought. I was under the impression we were getting along.

As for that title, I'm not even so sure that's not being overly sensitive anyway. This is a FCS board, NDSU is the FCS team so why not mention them first? This was a Fargo outlet. Do we want Oregon news on here?

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Damn, I hope so. I'm going to be in town sooner than I thought. I was under the impression we were getting along.

As for that title, I'm not even so sure that's not being overly sensitive anyway. This is a FCS board, NDSU is the FCS team so why not mention them first? This was a Fargo outlet. Do we want Oregon news on here?

If you work at getting along with people then it will usually work out. If you work the other way then that will also take hold.

I explained the title thing, if you feel like dragging it into something when the issue is put to rest then feel free but that might be something in you playing into what I just explained. There isn't an argument but if you feel a need to make one I'll leave you to it.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

BTW, I apologize to anyone looking to just read a good thread and some talk about the game. I'm done in here because I feel guilty for being part of the idiocy.

[McNeese75]

BTW, I apologize to anyone looking to just read a good thread and some talk about the game. I'm done in here because I feel guilty for being part of the idiocy.

xlolx You are ingrained in this Tar Baby and there is no way you can shake or scrape it off now. Have another beer and enjoy your weekend :D

[andthehomeofthe-BIZON-]

Since everything has been talked about I'll throw this out for consideration. How the referees call this game can be huge! If NDSU wants to channel their inner Seattle and get physical with Stitts finesse offense and the zebras say no, this could be a much closer game IMO. Especially in an offensive league that is probably used to "protecting" WR's. Doesn't matter if the Griz don't complete passes if they march down the field 15 yard penalties at a time.

[Bisonator]

Reportedly the special team work was very sloppy in the scrimmages (shanked kicks, bobbled returns,...). Don't know how much time was put into it, so it may be a real issue of being, or it could be something resolved with some actual preparation. Either way I ALWAYS hate it when our team lines up for a field goal.

I thought Stitt's mo was to go for it on just about every 4th down so why even bother with the st's work.

[Bisonator]

Since everything has been talked about I'll throw this out for consideration. How the referees call this game can be huge! If NDSU wants to channel their inner Seattle and get physical with Stitts finesse offense and the zebras say no, this could be a much closer game IMO. Especially in an offensive league that is probably used to "protecting" WR's. Doesn't matter if the Griz don't complete passes if they march down the field 15 yard penalties at a time.

I wouldn't worry about that, you adjust play to how the game is being called. BTW where are the ref's from for this game?

[Drblankstare]

BTW, I apologize to anyone looking to just read a good thread and some talk about the game. I'm done in here because I feel guilty for being part of the idiocy.

Im not sure who could blame you for any of this. Let's have some perspective, this thread couldn't carry water for GSU v NDSU. I'm sure I'm forgetting others.

[Grizzlies82]

Im not sure who could blame you for any of this. Let's have some perspective, this thread couldn't carry water for GSU v NDSU. I'm sure I'm forgetting others.

Dr. Blank I would like to point out how unfair that comparison is. You've put up a playoff game thread vs this one, a season opener. Everyone is still just warming up in preseason mode. I believe we will all be in much better bantering/bickering/trolling form when the Beeson have to return to Missoula later this year for a playoff game.

[APaladindad]

I will be watching and pulling for the Bison!

[Lehigh Football Nation]

My preview of the game:

http://lehighfootballnation.blogspot.com/2015/08/week-0-griz-hope-to-smoke-out-bison-in.html

[dewey]

My preview of the game:

http://lehighfootballnation.blogspot.com/2015/08/week-0-griz-hope-to-smoke-out-bison-in.html

Good break down LFN! The only thing that is incorrect is the Zach Vraa ' s receiving numbers from last year.

Go Bison!

Dewey

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

My preview of the game:

http://lehighfootballnation.blogspot.com/2015/08/week-0-griz-hope-to-smoke-out-bison-in.html


Good job!

The Bison will do what they always do, run right at you.

For me, can the Griz offense run effectively the whole game? It will take a full 4 quarters for it to win.

I just don't think the Griz can consistently stop the Bison running game. The Bison OL is too good.

We'll find out tomorrow.

Bison 35-14

[Drblankstare]

Dr. Blank I would like to point out how unfair that comparison is. You've put up a playoff game thread vs this one, a season opener. Everyone is still just warming up in preseason mode. I believe we will all be in much better bantering/bickering/trolling form when the Beeson have to return to Missoula later this year for a playoff game.

Fair point, but this is one hell of a good season opener. Love your optimism by the way.

[mvemjsunpx]

I thought Stitt's mo was to go for it on just about every 4th down so why even bother with the st's work.

Mines attempted 29 field goals last year. xcoffeex

It sounds like the Griz worked on special teams a bit more in more recent practices, but that was after the media was mostly shut out so the details aren't publicly known.

[veinup]

Can't believe how close it is, finally. GO GRIZ.

[2ram]

ndsu is the league juggernaut, but i'm pulling for the 'griz in a home upset. the game will be a great showcase of top FCS teams/talent. looking forward to it.

[AshevilleApp2]

ESPN3 By any chance?

[KPSUL]

Grizzlies 28-27. University of Montana defeats the first of two team responsible for the FCOA escalation. I'll be in Lynchburg, VA to watch them defeat the 2nd on Sept. 19th.

[centennial]

ESPN3 By any chance?
Watch ESPN. Not sure about ESPN 3.

[AshevilleApp2]

Watch ESPN. Not sure about ESPN 3.

Thanks! Dropped cable a while back, but this game is worth going to a bar for if not available online.

[TennBison]

Grizzlies 28-27. University of Montana defeats the first of two team responsible for the FCOA escalation. I'll be in Lynchburg, VA to watch them defeat the 2nd on Sept. 19th.

You gotta love it when people are stupid. Envy, nothing but envy.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Grizzlies 28-27. University of Montana defeats the first of two team responsible for the FCOA escalation. I'll be in Lynchburg, VA to watch them defeat the 2nd on Sept. 19th.


Jealous.

Send an email to your AD whinning on why they shouldn't do this....xlolx

[Bisonator]

Grizzlies 28-27. University of Montana defeats the first of two team responsible for the FCOA escalation. I'll be in Lynchburg, VA to watch them defeat the 2nd on Sept. 19th.

LOL let it out man, let it all out. xlolx

[KPSUL]

LOL let it out man, let it all out. xlolx

Ahh, thanks. It feels much better now!

[KPSUL]

Jealous.

Send an email to your AD whinning on why they shouldn't do this....xlolx

Unnecessary.

[putter]

ESPN3 By any chance?

It does have ESPN3 on the website

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Unnecessary.


No it is not.

If you think this FCOA is so bad then send an email to your AD demanding that UNH not do this.

[AshevilleApp2]

It does have ESPN3 on the website

Even better.

[RootinFerDukes]

Any game that is on a real ESPN TV channel is also available through the watchespn app or website. This is assuming that you have the channel in your cable package of course.

[OL FU]

Baby sitting the two yo grand daughter today. She ain't happy about sponge bob free afternoon we are going to have.

Excited the the season us underway and what a great way to start it!!!!!!!

[catamount man]

Can't wait to watch this one today. GO GRIZ!!! Sorry Bison, but I've drank with the Missoula folks in Chattanooga b4. Awesome bunch! GO CATS!

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

The Bison OL leads the Bison to victory: 35-14

[BisonBacker]

The things I'm interested in seeing is how NDSU's defense (secondary) is going to be. The other thing is our running back by committee. We have some real good running backs and it will be interesting to see who steps it up and rises to the top. Also be interesting to see how the new coach for Montana does and the changes he's made.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

The things I'm interested in seeing is how NDSU's defense (secondary) is going to be. The other thing is our running back by committee. We have some real good running backs and it will be interesting to see who steps it up and rises to the top. Also be interesting to see how the new coach for Montana does and the changes he's made.


Dunn is the real deal. He can hit the big run any time I guess.

I think our defense will be fine. No way that kind of offense is running efficiently on the first game of the season, esp one that has just been implemented.

[BisonBacker]

Yes I think it will be tough for Montana's offense to be firing on all cylinders with all the changes they will see. Yet if I was a Montana fan I'd be excited, the guy looks like a good coach. Only time will tell how it works for him with the move up. Each move up presents new challenges and he's going to be under the spotlight over there. They don't tolerate losing either and I expect they will be an improved team.

[TribeNomad1]

I hope it will be a good one. Heading back east today, and with the time constraints of air travel, and the time change, I hope to catch the end.

Football is here!!

[PantherRob82]

http://www.anygivensaturday.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21254&stc=1

Go Griz!

She only has UNI and Montana stuff right now. Normally I would cheer for the Bison, but not when they are playing the team from our second home. :)

[skinny_uncle]

The Bison haven't lost to anyone outside the Valley since 2010. I doubt they start now.

[Griz23]

Griz eek out 31-28 on last second field goal. Going down as one of the greatest FCS games ever! Go Griz

[Drblankstare]

Good luck and good health to everyone. I'm expecting a tight game, both these teams have unknowns coming into this. What will the Grizz O look like? How does NDSU fill all those holes on Defense. Can't wait to find out.

[dewey]

I still think unless Montana can win the turnover battle by 2 or more that the NDSU offensive line dominates.

NDSU 31
Montana 17

Less that 2 hours until kickoff!

Go Bison!

Dewey

[TennBison]

Griz eek out 31-28 on last second field goal. Going down as one of the greatest FCS games ever! Go Griz

Who really cares what the score of the Griz next game is going to be. The score for this one is what counts today. Bison win 42-13.

[TennBison]

Griz eek out 31-28 on last second field goal. Going down as one of the greatest FCS games ever! Go Griz

Who really cares what the score of the Griz next game is going to be. The score for this one is what counts today. Bison win 42-13 in a smoke eater.

[TennBison]

Griz eek out 31-28 on last second field goal. Going down as one of the greatest FCS games ever! Go Griz

Who cares what the score of the next Montana game is going to be. Today the Bison win 42-13.

[melloware13]

GAMEDAY!!! I'm rooting for the Griz because I've stopped in Missoula before, and enjoyed the stop (not anything against Fargo, just haven't had the opportunity yet). Really excited for a good game though.

[hebmskebm]

*clears throat*

FOOTBALL BACK

/end transmission

[Bisonator]

Now it's lightning out there. Could delay the game. Should have a dome!:D

[hebmskebm]

*clears throat*

FOOTBALL BACK

(that is all)

[Apphole]

Go Griz

[Winindy]

no clue on this one. Bison should be great on offense. Grizz should be good on O. Bison D is a big question mark. Grizz D was sub-par last year. I'll give the nod to the Bison 41-35.

[Bisonator]

Our best DB CJ Smith is out. Rf Jalen Allison will get the start. Could be a big.

[Drblankstare]

Lead in is high school football. SMH

[gsf23nd]

The things I'm interested in seeing is how NDSU's defense (secondary) is going to be. The other thing is our running back by committee. We have some real good running backs and it will be interesting to see who steps it up and rises to the top. Also be interesting to see how the new coach for Montana does and the changes he's made.

Will be even tougher....CJ Smith out...

[gsf23nd]

CJ Smith out for Bison..

[gsf23nd]

CJ Smith is out for the Bison

[gsf23nd]

CJ Smith out for the Bison

[gsf23nd]

This thing working yet...

[Bisonator]

Lead in is high school football. SMH

Seriously why does ESPN think the whole country wants to watch a couple high schools play.

[clenz]

Seriously why does ESPN think the whole country wants to watch a couple high schools play.
Because it gets ratings

[Apphole]

Go Griz

[Twentysix]

Go Bison! NDSU 45 UM 24

[NDSUSR]

Is it just me or is AGS having issues?

[Mr. C]

Nice, respectable opening segment from Brent Mushberger on the game, calling Missoula "The center of the college football universe" today

[Mr. C]

Is it just me or is AGS having issues?
Just got a weird error message while trying to post.

[OL FU]

Yeah it's on the tube. Looking forward to a great game

[Mr. C]

Might be a good thing for FCS as a whole if Montana is able to win this one today.

[Mr. C]

Things appear to be posting fine, but the site is giving error messages every time I try to post. Too many people on AGS right now?

[Mr. C]

Like the look of the Bison offensive line early on. Big surprise there.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Has AGS crashed? Nothing is updating on my end....

[Mr. C]

Was that Ursus I heard leading the barnyard cheer in the stands on the pass interference call?

Nice look to the passing game on the TD drive.

[Mr. C]

Was that Ursus I heard leading the crowd in the barnyard cheer on the Montana pass interference call?

Nice look to the Bison passing game on the opening TD drive.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

7-0 Bison

Yaaaaaaa

[WestCoastAggie]

That Bison OL is scary good.

[Mr. C]

Was that Ursus I heard leading the crowd in the barnyard cheer on the Montana pass interference call?

Nice look to the Bison passing game on the opening TD drive.

[dwtime]

File that call under "what were you thinking?"

[dwtime]

Anyone on here watching the game?

[dwtime]

Is anygivensaturday down?

[centennial]

Anyone watching?

[centennial]

Anyone watching

[dwtime]

working yet?

[Mr. C]

Good comeback by the Griz.

10-7 Montana 2:41 after the Wentz fumble leads to a field goal.

[dwtime]

Still down?

[X-Factor]

21-13 Bison

[dwtime]

up yet?

[X-Factor]

Wow montana coach. Wow.....

[centennial]

Awesome game!

[Drblankstare]

Hell of a good game. NDSU D is losing battle right now though

[bonarae]

Bob Stitt is a name known to some FBS head coaches, but it is only now that fans will know him...

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/13529396/montana-grizzlies-coach-bob-stitt-cult-favorite-coaches

[tomq04]

Holy baby Jesus

[Gil Dobie]

What a way to start the College Football Season. Great game to watch, although my team lost.

Congrats to the Griz!

[Tribe4SF]

Wow! Talk about a showcase for FCS!

[ursus arctos horribilis]

The Bison haven't lost to anyone outside the Valley since 2010. I doubt they start now.

I hear ya, it can't happen.

[bonarae]

Bob Stitt is a name known to some FBS head coaches, but it is only now that fans will know him...

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/13529396/montana-grizzlies-coach-bob-stitt-cult-favorite-coaches

[veinup]

The Bison haven't lost to anyone outside the Valley since 2010. I doubt they start now.

things change, eh?

[veinup]

i think i had another post disappear wtf.

[Drblankstare]

It's a tough loss for NDSU no doubt, but this is Montana at home were talking about

[Laker]

Did the whole site melt down yesterday? Every time I tried to get on I had problems.

Instant classic.

[CappinHard]

Griz eek out 31-28 on last second field goal. Going down as one of the greatest FCS games ever! Go Griz

Well... This prediction turned out to be almost creepy accurate. It was an amazing game, great FCS showcase on a national stage. The fact that it should bring some out of control Bison fans down to earth is a bonus.

[caribbeanhen]

question for the Bison fans

N Da State are up 7 with 9:30 in the 4th quarter, and get the ball first and 10 after the review,

Did anyone notice how they lined up on the first play - It was the Delaware Diamond I've been begging for

2 big backs up front
QB in shotgun
1 back behind the QB - Forms a tight little tripod of backs with QB in center -
the play was a simple handoff to the upback with 2 big blockers out in front - easy 5 yards

is this formation something new for the Bison???

[RootinFerDukes]

Brent musberger is a class act. He acknowledged how great the game and fans of both teams were.
The most impressive part of last night's game was the fact that they managed to go the entire game with minimally mentioning the fbs level of cfb.
They actually talked about the game that was right in front of them. A complete departure from last year's ewu/shsu game.

[caribbeanhen]

question for the Bison fans

N Da State are up 7 with 9:30 in the 4th quarter, and get the ball first and 10 after the review,

Did anyone notice how they lined up on the first play - It was the Delaware Diamond I've been begging for

2 big backs up front
QB in shotgun
1 back behind the QB - Forms a tight little tripod of backs with QB in center -
the play was a simple handoff to the upback with 2 big blockers out in front - easy 5 yards

is this formation something new for the Bison???



Bison fans, Do your want me to sign up for Bison.net as noone want to talk Bison football here?

What was that Power formation with the three back set with QB in shotgun?

[clenz]

Bison fans, Do your want me to sign up for Bison.net as noone want to talk Bison football here?

What was that Power formation with the three back set with QB in shotgun?
They've been using that for a long time.

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Brent musberger is a class act. He acknowledged how great the game and fans of both teams were.
The most impressive part of last night's game was the fact that they managed to go the entire game with minimally mentioning the fbs level of cfb.
They actually talked about the game that was right in front of them. A complete departure from last year's ewu/shsu game.
They did for about 30 seconds in the first half and Jesse abruptly went "Enough of that, let's talk about this game in front of us."

[Professor Chaos]

Bison fans, Do your want me to sign up for Bison.net as noone want to talk Bison football here?

What was that Power formation with the three back set with QB in shotgun?
Last year was the first time we saw that formation I believe. The new OC last year Tim Polasek (one of the least popular humans in Bisonville right now) installed it to get all 3 capable RBs on the field at the same time in John Crockett, King Frazier, and Chase Morlock. It had varying degrees of success but was a good concept I thought since the defense had to respect all 3 guys as ball carriers and Wentz on top of that.

[caribbeanhen]

Last year was the first time we saw that formation I believe. The new OC last year Tim Polasek (one of the least popular humans in Bisonville right now) installed it to get all 3 capable RBs on the field at the same time in John Crockett, King Frazier, and Chase Morlock. It had varying degrees of success but was a good concept I thought since the defense had to respect all 3 guys as ball carriers and Wentz on top of that.

thanks Prof Chaos, I watched a few Bison Playoff games and dont really remember that O set being used at that time, but I dont remember alot of things, I like the line up and know Oklahoma State used it with in 2013

I've been trying to sell it to the Delaware coaches but I dont think there interested in trying ideas from fans residing overseas... haha

[Grizalltheway]

Man I loved that jumbo package Stitt used on a few red zone plays. No fullbacks or tight ends on the roster? No problem, just bring in a couple DTs and a LB. xlolx

[Professor Chaos]

thanks Prof Chaos, I watched a few Bison Playoff games and dont really remember that O set being used at that time, but I dont remember alot of things, I like the line up and know Oklahoma State used it with in 2013

I've been trying to sell it to the Delaware coaches but I dont think there interested in trying ideas from fans residing overseas... haha
Yeah, I don't recall it being used later in the season either. Morlock kinda got into the coach's doghouse after some ball security issues in midseason last year and saw his carries dip significantly with Crockett getting the majority and Frazier cleaning up the rest. Morlock has proven to be a very good blocker however so having him out there gives the added benefit of having a quasi-fullback blocking if they hand it to one of the other guys.

[Uncle Rico's Clan]

Man I loved that jumbo package Stitt used on a few red zone plays. No fullbacks or tight ends on the roster? No problem, just bring in a couple DTs and a LB. xlolx

I was thinking that same thing. I'm really happy with that as a short yardage set.

[caribbeanhen]

Man I loved that jumbo package Stitt used on a few red zone plays. No fullbacks or tight ends on the roster? No problem, just bring in a couple DTs and a LB. xlolx

did he really do that, I like this Stitt guy even more now! gonna have to que up the replay to see this

[Grizalltheway]

did he really do that, I like this Stitt guy even more now! gonna have to que up the replay to see this

Yep, including on the game winning TD.

https://streamable.com/5mr8

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Who really cares what the score of the Griz next game is going to be. The score for this one is what counts today. Bison win 42-13.
You ran your mouth a bit, glad to see it get shut hard.xthumbsupx

This one is my personal favorite though. Where ya at SR?


Bison by 21. Its not a guess, its a fact.


Could happen but I got a c note if you are laying that down.


Spread is 15. Make it 16 and its on.


Guess that 21 is no longer fact?


Its a fact, but wagering 6 over the spread is for suckers. Money is money.


Ive always found it funny when people get there cheeto all puffed up talking about how their teams going to kick the other teams azz. Then when somebody calls them on it they want to start talking about points.. LOLxthumbsupx


Seems like a decent guy but for some reason just wants to be an ass here for the most part, I don't get it but I'm willing to play along with his facts if he wants.


Alright so its $100 Bison -21 lock it in Usrus. Put up or STFU.


You were the one that needed to come around on that slick. I'm in from the first time you mentioned it. Glad we finally forced you to stick to your claim but it appears you are there now so good for you, we have a wager.


Its on like Donkey Kong. I will PM you my paypal so you dont have t bounce a check! Bwahahah

"We forced"? Come on man, Im not that easy. Its an iffy bet, but I made it and I still like it. :)


I like it as well. My tone has not changed, yours has. Doesn't matter we're there, good enough. I was sort of hoping this would all happen in person but will take care of it however need be, if need be. As will you, I'm sure.



Tone schmone..... Some nights a few cocktails, other nights not so much.

Im sure we will meet up this year at some point. :) I can hold out for the cash.


Dandy.

[344Johnson]

You ran your mouth a bit, glad to see it get shut hard.xthumbsupx

This one is my personal favorite though. Where ya at SR?

Honestly I don't know why anyone thought this game would be a blowout. Enjoy that money UAH. Don't spend it all in one place.

[veinup]

lol @ NDSUSR

[AshevilleApp2]

You ran your mouth a bit, glad to see it get shut hard.xthumbsupx

This one is my personal favorite though. Where ya at SR?

Nice call.

[BisonFan02]

Griz O* vs Bison D decides this game......and I genuinely have no ****ing clue about either. xlolx



*not to be confused with Grizo....I 100% expect that to fail :D

....and the Griz O prevailed. A lot of work to do for the Bison D.....Wentz being hurt is salt in the wound at this point.

[NDSUSR]

I got $100 that NDSUSR doesn't pay within a month if he loses the bet. Any takers? xlolx

Do you want my paypal info or do you want to donate that $100 to AGS?

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

I thought the Bison would win 35-14, so I'm eating some crow also.

I about punched the TV when the Bison got the ball back in the 3rd quarter after a Gustafson fumble in Griz territory and didn't score. Great opportunity to go up 2 TDs.

[Grizalltheway]

I thought the Bison would win 35-14, so I'm eating some crow also.

I about punched the TV when the Bison got the ball back in the 3rd quarter after a Gustafson fumble in Griz territory and didn't score. Great opportunity to go up 2 TDs.

Well, at least you got your team's score right. :D

But if I'm being honest, I was also a little worried you guys might come in and blow our doors off, especially considering all the uncertainty with the new offense. I was very pleasantly surprised.

[FargoBison]

I hope both ADs are working on another home and home, the last two games were great and honestly I would rather watch NDSU play Montana then most other schools. Two programs with great tradition, plus I still need to get there and check out a game.

[tomq04]

I hope both ADs are working on another home and home, the last two games were great and honestly I would rather watch NDSU play Montana then most other schools. Two programs with great tradition, plus I still need to get there and check out a game.

What a tremendous match up, hope it continues.

[Bison Fan in NW MN]

Well, at least you got your team's score right. :D

But if I'm being honest, I was also a little worried you guys might come in and blow our doors off, especially considering all the uncertainty with the new offense. I was very pleasantly surprised.




I'm no fan of spread offenses but Stitt's was fun to watch. Your WRS were very good and really helps that offense go. I think the Bison could have put that game away in the 3rd/4th but you have to give the Griz credit for making plays. 4/6 on 4th down!!! Sometimes you just have tip your hat to the other team. Great game that did the whole FCS proud.

Cal Poly better have their ground game clicking because their defense is going to get a workout.

[PAllen]

Congratulations to both schools on a great event. Both teams put on a hell of a game. Smoke or no smoke, it was a fantastic setting and showed incredibly well on tv. I thought that Montana's coach had some questionable play calling at times, but he won the game.

Oh, and for the rest of FCS who like to tout their TV deals. This is what a nationally televised game is, not a Tuesday night game on CBSSports6.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

I'm no fan of spread offenses but Stitt's was fun to watch. Your WRS were very good and really helps that offense go. I think the Bison could have put that game away in the 3rd/4th but you have to give the Griz credit for making plays. 4/6 on 4th down!!! Sometimes you just have tip your hat to the other team. Great game that did the whole FCS proud.

Cal Poly better have their ground game clicking because their defense is going to get a workout.

The Griz missed on some opportunities to put it away earlier as well as I'm sure you noticed. We had misses, you had misses, and it makes for ah incredible game when it comes down to it.

[Silenoz]

So I have a question since I haven't been able to follow the Griz as much this year...

What happened to Shaw? Is he injured? Is he even on the team anymore? Dude was a stud, so I was surprised to see Lider handling punts again

[andthehomeofthe-BIZON-]

I know that it has been said already but I really think it would be great to make this a yearly affair. Make a trophy and get this rivalry on! Both fan bases respect one another and get along well. Everyone involved loves good football. The loss hurts right now but I'd rather play a competitive game against a quality opponent with a great tradition than powder puff non conference games. This was something to get excited about. Great representation of the FCS and i'm willing to bet it got the rest of the divisions spectators pumped for this weekend. Great game Montana, the offense was really dynamic, WR's were stellar, and you made the plays when you needed them most. Everyone agrees you earned the W

[Silenoz]

Wow, I just watched the replay, and I think the hook-and-ladder was a good idea. Burke makes that pitch and Jones is very possibly gone. I know people were questioning Stitt's call there, but I love it.

[ursus arctos horribilis]

Wow, I just watched the replay, and I think the hook-and-ladder was a good idea. Burke makes that pitch and Jones is very possibly gone. I know people were questioning Stitt's call there, but I love it.

How did you watch it Brock?

[Grizalltheway]

How did you watch it Brock?

I watched it on ESPN3. Don't know how long they keep the replays up, but it was there on Sunday.

[Silenoz]

How did you watch it Brock?

Someone uploaded it to youtube

[deez_na]

Did anyone not mention that we had the ball with like 2 minutes left and we ran 2 consecutive pass plays?