Gm 2 Football vs Albany 1pm Sat Sept 8

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Albany lost 33-7 @ Pittsburgh on Saturday
Vince Testeverde (son of Vinny) won the starting job at Albany as a 5th year.
Vince went 18-29 for 263 yards for 1 TD and 2 INTs
Vince transferred from Miami and sat out a year at Albany before becoming eligible this year
He last appeared in a college game back at Texas Tech during his Freshman year there. He later transferred to Miami, his dad's alma mater

Albany was predicted to finish 9th in Preseason CAA. URI predicted last at 12th.

There is a very good chance his dad, Vinny, makes the trip up to Kingston from Tampa for Saturday's game.

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Fairly respectable score by them against Pitt. Vinny jr I'm sure is pretty good.

Definitely winnable. Would be another pretty big win for us.

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Got 11 votes in the top 25.
Delaware fell out completely.

https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/football/ ... aches-poll

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

http://gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/2018 ... 0903lcd0zh

Hal Kopp · Unread post by **Hal Kopp** » 5 years ago

UNH sure has some staying power-huh??

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 5 years ago

Easy there on UNH...easy....

Hal Kopp · Unread post by **Hal Kopp** » 5 years ago

UNH=great program.
But if Rhody or Maine were beat like that-they would be in bottom 25.

Shane D · Unread post by **Shane D** » 5 years ago

Hal, you are right that big losses like that usually cause teams to drop out. But, to be fair, UNH lost its QB in the second quarter. He was the league's preseason Offensive Player of the Year. That and 14 straight playoff appearances will cause voters reason to give a team some leeway.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

UNH had 32 rushes for a total of -7 yards. Negative net rushing. Can’t remember ever seeing that in any level football game. Maine dominated UNH in all facets of the game.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Albany @ URI - odds are even PK

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Will there be streaming?

Shane D · Unread post by **Shane D** » 5 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑5 years ago UNH had 32 rushes for a total of -7 yards. Negative net rushing. Can’t remember ever seeing that in any level football game. Maine dominated UNH in all facets of the game.

We held Albany to -7 rushing last season. Also held Villanova to 1 yard. Happens more often than you'd think, because sacks and bad snaps result in negative rushing yards. For example, in the UNH-Maine game, the team had -38 rushing yards (bad snaps), the starting QB had -20 yards and the backup QB had -11 yards. Those three things along had UNH at -69 yards, with the running game having little to do with it.

Between that and being down 22-0 at the half, it can seem like the rushing attack was less effective than it actually was. By all means, Maine outplayed UNH by a wide margin, but I'd be wary about putting too much into one game.

Shane D · Unread post by **Shane D** » 5 years ago

PeterRamTime wrote: ↑5 years ago Will there be streaming?

Yes. The game is the CAA Game of the Week for Fox Sports Go. I don't have the direct link yet, but once I do, it'll be on GoRhody.

The stream will be free this week.

RhowdyRam02 · Unread post by **RhowdyRam02** » 5 years ago

We actually were ranked 25th in 2005 when we started 3-0

http://gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/spec ... 05aaa.html

Shane D · Unread post by **Shane D** » 5 years ago

RhowdyRam02 wrote: ↑5 years ago We actually were ranked 25th in 2005 when we started 3-0

http://gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/spec ... 05aaa.html

Good catch, Rhowdy. I did not know about that one. Makes sense though.

Last season when we got votes following the Central Michigan game, I reached out and asked the folks at STATS the last time it had happened. In their records, it was the year end poll in 2001. I will amend the GoRhody post accordingly.

Thanks!

RhowdyRam02 · Unread post by **RhowdyRam02** » 5 years ago

My pleasure

Hal Kopp · Unread post by **Hal Kopp** » 5 years ago

Albany at Rhode Island - Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:00 PM
859 Albany +1½ -120 Over 40½ -120
860 Rhode Island -1½ -120 Under 40½ -120

Got to like Rhody here?

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 5 years ago

Hal Kopp wrote: ↑5 years ago Albany at Rhode Island - Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:00 PM
859 Albany +1½ -120 Over 40½ -120
860 Rhode Island -1½ -120 Under 40½ -120

Got to like Rhody here?

Best line I've seen in a while.

Unread post by **TruePoint** » 5 years ago

Go Rhody Beat [whatever Albany’s mascot is]

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

The Great big doggy Danes are probably one of the weaker teams on our conference schedule. Them and W&M are the only ones picked in the bottom half left on the schedule. Well Maine is too, but they are definitely better than expected.

Winning these types of games can put Rhody football in position to make some noise.

rhodyfan3 · Unread post by **rhodyfan3** » 5 years ago

Hi guys,

What a great win for Rhody last week! Cannot wait for the home opener on Saturday.
We discussed last week on the podcast and looked at the matchup with Albany. We're taking Rhode Island -1.5 all day!

Here is the SoundCloud link. You can also find us on iTunes. Thanks for listening!

https://soundcloud.com/rhodetalk/albany2018

UCH21377 · Unread post by **UCH21377** » 5 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑5 years ago Albany @ URI - odds are even PK

Welcome back Ramster!

Hal Kopp · Unread post by **Hal Kopp** » 5 years ago

Liked the pod casts. Lots of detail.
To question of fund raising on heels of multi million donations-there will be further opportunities discussed this weekend.
Not sure if it is for the extra million they need or beyond. Will find out.
Now certainly is the time.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Hal Kopp wrote: ↑5 years ago Albany at Rhode Island - Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:00 PM
859 Albany +1½ -120 Over 40½ -120
860 Rhode Island -1½ -120 Under 40½ -120

Got to like Rhody here?

HK, Why I like Rhody here.....

It does not make much sense with our history and having been picked 12th out of 12 Teams in the CAA BUT some noticeable plusses:
- Aaron Parker did not play in the 1st half due to being penalized from last game last year - he will play full game vs Albany
- Zoe Bryant was solid at Running Back. He looked solid in preseason. He was by one publication the top RB in New Jersey his Sr Year. He is back playing RB at URI as we switched him from defense. Could be in for a strong season from Zoe
- Branyan Javier-Castillo looked great in preseason and looked great in his 1st game as a URI Ram. The CC Transfer is a very good player and excellent strong side linebacker. Expect big things from him in upcoming games
- Right Tackle Grad Student Kadin Booker looked strong. He is a 6'7" 290 lb Right Tackle. 5th Year Transfer from Ball State where he started last season
- JaJuan Lawson is the right guy at QB. He is a leader, respected by his teammates, can pass from the pocket, can pass on the run, and can run the ball.
- Offensive Line is good with Kevin Lawrence, Kadin Booker, Dwayne Scott, Adriel Miller and Kyle Murphy.
- Defense is solid
- Wide Receivers are excellent
- Starting Line Up on Offense and Defense is all Juniors and Seniors. Only exception last game was Isaiah Coulter at WR (SOPH) but that was because Parker had to sit out the 1st half.

Hopefully we are addressing the Punting game this week, and the silly penalties. The back to back penalties on offense of 12 men on the field and then 5 men in the backfield were brutal.

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑5 years ago
Hal Kopp wrote: ↑5 years ago Albany at Rhode Island - Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:00 PM
859 Albany +1½ -120 Over 40½ -120
860 Rhode Island -1½ -120 Under 40½ -120

Got to like Rhody here?
HK, Why I like Rhody here.....

It does not make much sense with our history and having been picked 12th out of 12 Teams in the CAA BUT some noticeable plusses:
- Aaron Parker did not play in the 1st half due to being penalized from last game last year - he will play full game vs Albany
- Zoe Bryant was solid at Running Back. He looked solid in preseason. He was by one publication the top RB in New Jersey his Sr Year. He is back playing RB at URI as we switched him from defense. Could be in for a strong season from Zoe
- Branyan Javier-Castillo looked great in preseason and looked great in his 1st game as a URI Ram. The CC Transfer is a very good player and excellent strong side linebacker. Expect big things from him in upcoming games
- Right Tackle Grad Student Kadin Booker looked strong. He is a 6'7" 290 lb Right Tackle. 5th Year Transfer from Ball State where he started last season
- JaJuan Lawson is the right guy at QB. He is a leader, respected by his teammates, can pass from the pocket, can pass on the run, and can run the ball.
- Offensive Line is good with Kevin Lawrence, Kadin Booker, Dwayne Scott, Adriel Miller and Kyle Murphy.
- Defense is solid
- Wide Receivers are excellent
- Starting Line Up on Offense and Defense is all Juniors and Seniors. Only exception last game was Isaiah Coulter at WR (SOPH) but that was because Parker had to sit out the 1st half.

Hopefully we are addressing the Punting game this week, and the silly penalties. The back to back penalties on offense of 12 men on the field and then 5 men in the backfield were brutal.

We have experience, a good defense and a good quarterback. Pretty rare for us.

Hal Kopp · Unread post by **Hal Kopp** » 5 years ago

There has been 6 starting QB's in last 6 openers?
I bet 8-10 in total (starters) over same time period.
Look at # of All conf. QB's (1st,2nd,3rd team) since 1985??
Compare vs. Maine and UNH.

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

I agree with you Ramster about Lawson. Every interview I've read/listened to he comes across as well spoken and very mature. Very impressive young man.
I liked what I saw out of Bryant, but that personal foul towards the end of the game almost cost us big time. We had 4th and 1 on the 50. The 15 yards pushed us back, and with our punter having a horrific game, they ended up with the ball on the 40 yard line down only 2 points. Fortunately the defense made a play. Dickerson, Hogan, Gianetti, and Javier-Castillo all played well. Other guys like Nas Jones had solid games as well. Go Rhody!

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Speaking of Jajuan Lawson....

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

As an out of state fan, how do I access the stream? I have comcast, does that mean I have to pay 7.95 through caa tv?

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 5 years ago

GoRhody.com says its on Fox Sports Go, which you should be able to get with your cable login.

More info here at the top: http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 09059tyw9s

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 5 years ago

In RI Ifound it on FIOS channel 300.

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

adam914 wrote: ↑5 years ago GoRhody.com says its on Fox Sports Go, which you should be able to get with your cable login.

More info here at the top: http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 09059tyw9s

Thanks, Foxsportsgo is not on Comcast, which unfortunately is my cable provider.

bigappleram · Unread post by **bigappleram** » 5 years ago

That link on go Rhody for “how to watch” doesn’t work for me. Says file corrupt or something to that extent.

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

Albany had a helpful PDF file on their website.
http://www.ualbanysports.com/pdf9/5476186.pdf

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 5 years ago

I'm not seeing the game anywhere on Fox Sports Go right now.

Rhodysk · Unread post by **Rhodysk** » 5 years ago

I have looked everywhere to stream this game to no luck.
If someone finds it please pass along until then it’s Steve and Terry!!!

Native · Unread post by **Native** » 5 years ago

9:34 in 1st quarter,

Rhody takes a 7-0 lead.

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

Got it to work using a friends cable login- very fortunate to jot pick up either an albany td or a safety the first play but a Heck of a grab by beauvais!

Native · Unread post by **Native** » 5 years ago

Albany scores on their first possession, as did Rhode Island.

Game tied at 7 to 7.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

14-7 Rhody. TD Lawson to Coulter perfect pass

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Knocking on the door again and they score. Aaron Parker is an amazing talent as he runs for 59 yards. Then Lawson hits Parker with a perfect pass for the TD. 21-7 URI.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Ahmere Dorsey with the punt return for the TD. 31-7 as Rhody is dominating....halftime.

Native · Unread post by **Native** » 5 years ago

At the half, at Meade Stadium, Rhody football leads 31-7

PeterRamTime · Unread post by **PeterRamTime** » 5 years ago

Wow!

Wish I could watch it.....

Bos8 · Unread post by **Bos8** » 5 years ago

The very first play was a disaster, but after that the offense has really been clicking. Wide receivers are making plays and Lawson is making good decisions.
Defense struggled with a few ill timed penalties on the first drive, but have stepped up and made plays. Big time return to end the half with huge momentum.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 5 years ago

I wish I could get the video to work too. Wow what a performance so far!

Native · Unread post by **Native** » 5 years ago

At the end of the 3rd quarter, Rhody holds a commanding lead, 45-7.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Albany finally scores to make it 45-14 early in the 4th Q

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 5 years ago

Vito Priore in now for Lawson.

Rhody74 · Unread post by **Rhody74** » 5 years ago

Very impressive. Aaron Parker looked great early but other receivers stepped up too. Lawson plays with a lot of confidence.

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