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Maine, one of the games I highlighted as a potential swing game for this year

Maine is playing two FBS teams, UCF and UMASS.
4 home games in Orono and 1 home game vs. UDel in Portland Maine.

Nov 4 (Sat) / 2:00 PM

CAA vs University of Delaware


Portland, ME (Fitzpatrick Stadium)

Radio: 103.9 FM, 101.3 FM, 1450 AM, 1310 AM

OBRAM wrote:Maine is playing two FBS teams, UCF and UMASS.

So really like 1.5 FBS teams then, yeah?

Shane D wrote:

ramster wrote:

Iggy1979 wrote:So you take the best high school RB from NJ and, on the worst running team in the conference, you stick him at LB?

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0814mmmyrx

Yes, interesting, but now they are moving him back to running back. Wonder what changed or how this came about? Also article is not clear as it says he is moving from offense to defense but actually the other way around as you read the article.
Sounds good for the offense though.

Good catch, Ramster. That has been corrected. He is moving from defense to offense.

Thanks Shane,
What are your thoughts about Zoe Bryant moving to running back? How is he looking so far?
What do you think about the QB Situation? Any guess on a starter at this point?

Bryant has looked pretty good since the switch. He's definitely comfortable on the offensive side of the ball, and he gives a bigger, physical presence for the backfield.

In terms of QB, I can't offer guesses. It would be inappropriate for me to do so. I can say that each guy is getting long looks in practice. Monday's scrimmage will be key in that battle.

Shane D wrote:Bryant has looked pretty good since the switch. He's definitely comfortable on the offensive side of the ball, and he gives a bigger, physical presence for the backfield.

In terms of QB, I can't offer guesses. It would be inappropriate for me to do so. I can say that each guy is getting long looks in practice. Monday's scrimmage will be key in that battle.

Thanks,
I understand. But would you guess that they guys now battling it out for the starting QB spot are a significant improvement over prior years? Would either guy give fans like us reason for optimism over previous years in your opinion?

Yes, both of the new guys look the part of college quarterbacks. Different styles, but both can clearly play.

New Hampshire

Shane D wrote:Yes, both of the new guys look the part of college quarterbacks. Different styles, but both can clearly play.

Good to hear, thank you.

Shane D wrote:Yes, both of the new guys look the part of college quarterbacks. Different styles, but both can clearly play.

Shane,
Overall how is the team looking? Last year I was very impressed with the offensive line, plus we recruited some decent guys there too. Could be a key to the QB and Running Back performances. Is the OF Line viewed favorably right now as a strength?
How is the team feeling about the trip to Central Michigan? Excited?

Both sides of the line have looked solid thus far. The D-Line is a little deeper and more experienced at this point, and the key on the offensive side will be maintaining the health of the top 5-6 guys. The encouraging thing on both sides of the line is how many practices the same groups have been together. On the defensive side, you've had the same four across every day so far in camp. On the offensive side, it has been virtually the same five every day, save for a couple of maintenance sessions. The continuity at the line is leading to productive practices.

Thanks

Our preview

Good news For all who can't make the Stony Brook Game or who are protesting by not buying a ticket:

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0818fnhcs5

CAA Football Game of the Week Package on College Sports Live
Aug. 31 - Maine at New Hampshire, 7 p.m.
Sept. 9 - Stony Brook at Rhode Island, 1 p.m.
Sept. 16 - Charleston Southern at Elon, 6 p.m.
Sept. 23 - Towson at Stony Brook, 6 p.m.
Sept. 30 - UAlbany at Elon, 2 p.m.
Oct. 7 - Maine at Villanova, 1 p.m.
Oct. 14 - Villanova at James Madison, 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 21 - Richmond at Delaware, 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 28 - Stony Brook at Richmond, 3 p.m.
Nov. 4 - Delaware at Maine, 2 p.m.
Nov. 11 - Towson at William & Mary, 2 p.m.
Nov. 18 - New Hampshire at UAlbany, 1 p.m.

Offensive line will be a strength again this year, could be even better than last year

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0816lw7rpw

Linebacking strengthened with return of Hogan

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0817krvsha

Promotion Schedule
Family of 4 gets 4 tickets, 4 popcorns and 4 sodas for $40 - how can you beat That?

http://www.gorhody.com/fanzone/promotions_-_football

Thanks Ramster-helluva of deal for some on this board.

My family will watch some games this year. Kids have fun.

Watched the first half of today's scrimmage. Overall, I thought the QB's looked good. They found the open receivers and threw the ball well. The O line had a bit of trouble protecting the QB, so that was a concern. Dwayne Scott, starting center was not playing so I am sure that was part of it. Cooper also did not play. Tough to get a real evaluation when playing against yourself, I don't know how good our D is. I hope the ability to get to the QB is real. But given that today's football is about scoring points and having the D make a few critical stops, I think things looked positive. I will be on board when they beat Stony Brook and upset Harvard.

Nice work,Ed.

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0821oeic2k

http://www.golocalprov.com/sports/gover ... d-at-night

Brown game time moved from 12:30PM to 7PM

August
Thu 31 at Central Mich. 7:00 PM

September
Sat 09 vs Stony Brook 1:00 PM
Sat 16 1:00 PM Harvard
Sat 23 at New Hampshire 3:30 PM
Sat 30 at Brown 12:30 PM Now moved to 7:00PM

October
Sat 14 at Maine 3:30 PM
Sat 21 vs Elon 12:00 PM Homecoming | Family Day
Sat 28 at Albany 1:00 PM

November
Sat 04 vs James Madison 12:00 PM
Sat 11 vs Villanova 12:00 PM
Sat18 at Towson 2:00 PM

Whoopi Goldberg at Ryan Center

http://web.uri.edu/alumni-family-weekend/

Thanks for the update ED. Will be interesting to see who they turn to under center for game 1. Although they may name a starter, could see both guys getting snaps on the 31st.

Thanks Ramster-but nobody shows up on campus for football game days.

I like that the two transfer QBs both threw accurately. Jujuan can clearly run the ball as well. Having two effective QBs with somewhat different skill sets can be a real asset if used properly. UNH has done this well over the years. Cannot say I am confident with this coaching staff.

nice summary of today:

http://www.gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/ ... 0821qlmk7i

Let's face it--the qb play the last several years has been pretty bad. Having 2 D1 transfer qbs now gives me hope the offense will be much better and consistent.

Looks like this team will score a lot of points.....but how many will they give up?

Don't want to be on the wrong end of too many 35-30 type games.....could come down to coaching and that's not something that inspires a whole lot of confidence.

Rambone-if you are correct and they average 30 points a game,they will win 2-3 times more games than a year ago. my prediction.
Let's see the 30 points a game.

I didn't say they will average that many, but they might score 30 or more a number of times.....yes if they can average 30 they should win at least 4 or 5 games.

That's asking a lot, though.

If they score 30 per game ... it would probably be the funnest football they've had to watch around here for a while...regardless of record...

30 points a game is what is required in the CAA to have a chance to win. But the D has to make key stops. A pash rush without blitzing is essential. This has not existed under Fleming.

Haven't they averaged about 15 ppg the last two years? I think 30 points/game, every game, would be a Huge upgrade to the experience, regardless of record. Is it possible?

Is it just me, or is it important to realize that the evidence people are using to say they will score 30 points a game is taken from a scrimmage where they were scoring on themselves?

Yes, but it also is influenced by the final 2 games of last season when they scored 44 and 30 points respectively. Add in 2 D1 transfer QBs who both look like upgrades, a solid core of receivers, and some good running backs, and there is some reason to be optimistic. As I said in an earlier post, go 2-1 and my optimism will be real.

More good stuff from that scrimmage:

http://www.ricentral.com/sports/college ... 15f78.html

Harris named the starter but Lawson will still see time.

http://gorhody.com/sports/m-footbl/2017 ... 0824qr0mv6

Hi Guys,
This year my podcast Rhode Talk will be covering Rhode Island football exclusively. Our first episode of the season was last week if you want to check us out. You can follow us on Facebook or Twitter @RhodeTalk.
This week we'll have a preview of the game coming up against Central Michigan. Like I said, no more Brown or Bryant. We were stretching ourselves thin and we are obviously huge Rhode Island fans so we're sticking with what we know. Hoping to get some more interviews like the one we did with Thorr last year. Anything you guys want to hear, I'd love to know. Thanks Guys.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rho ... 93236?mt=2

Rhody fan -enjoyed pod cast.
But,too negative on football (IMO).

What happened to Shane Olson, the LB from BH. I thought he showed promise last year as freshman and now I don't see him on the roster.

Iggy-Olson was good player,getting time early on in games.
Concussion issues=off team.

Sad.

HK-"when you need to know"

Hal Kopp wrote:Rhody fan -enjoyed pod cast.
But,too negative on football (IMO).

Thank you for listening. Stick with us. I think we try to be fair.

Ive listened to the podcast in the past and don't remember how I felt about it.

But I do agree that generally speaking I like optimistic coverage. Nothing to do with the podcast but others that cover certain teams for certain papers that bounce off of my house every morning.

funny thing is the NCAA football team I follow is located in the deep south and one of the main guys that covers it is from Mass. I think he shoots for fair coverage but people are used to more positive optimistic coverage down there and he catches a lot of flak for his work.

Seawrightspostgame wrote:Ive listened to the podcast in the past and don't remember how I felt about it.

But I do agree that generally speaking I like optimistic coverage. Nothing to do with the podcast but others that cover certain teams for certain papers that bounce off of my house every morning.

funny thing is the NCAA football team I follow is located in the deep south and one of the main guys that covers it is from Mass. I think he shoots for fair coverage but people are used to more positive optimistic coverage down there and he catches a lot of flak for his work.

What is the team?

Here is our preview of CMU:

https://soundcloud.com/rhodetalk/rt-ep-55-uri-vs-cmu

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rho ... 93236?mt=2

Download and subscribe. Please feel free to give feedback. You guys are our target audience.

URI at UConn, August 30, 2018.......according to UConn football website.

.....not sure if this has been reported.