Fifth Quarter Consensus: Badgers run over Rebels
by Jake Harris on Sep 1, 2011 11:16 AM CDT
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PrintThe Predictions:
Adam Hoge: Wisconsin 41, UNLV 10
Phil Mitten: Wisconsin 48, UNLV 13
Chuck Schwartz: Wisconsin 41, UNLV 13
Jake Harris: Wisconsin 52, UNLV 13
John Veldhuis: Wisconsin 45, UNLV 13
Adam Tupitza: Wisconsin 41, UNLV 17
Louis Bien: Wisconsin 48, UNLV 10
Sam Zastrow: Wisconsin 48, UNLV 17
The Reasoning:
UNLV was bad last season and heads into 2011 without several key starters from a year ago. The Rebels have a new quarterback, Caleb Herring, who attempted just 56 passes in 2010 but still managed to take nine sacks and throw three interceptions.
Inexperience also defines the UNLV offensive line. The Rebels start freshmen at left tackle and center, and that has to have Wisconsin defensive line coach Charlie Partridge's guys licking their chops.
The only favorable match-up for UNLV when its offense has the ball might be the Rebel receivers against the Badgers' secondary. Wideout Phillip Payne (6-3, 205 pounds) and tight end Anthony Vidal (6-5, 250 pounds) are big, physical targets and both are seniors.
UNLV could start as many as five underclassmen on defense. That bodes well for Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson in his first start as a Badger. Despite receiving universally positive reviews during fall camp, the fact remains that Wilson has only been on campus a couple of months and it may take some time for the offense to click. Even last season's record-setting unit took a few games to get going.
None of that is likely to matter Thursday night, however. The porous Rebel defense combined with the unique opportunity the Badgers have to showcase the strength of their team on national television in a primetime game will ensure that motivation is high and execution uncomplicated.
Fun Facts
UNLV has lost its last nine road games by an average of 34.5 points per game.
Wisconsin has won its season opener every year since 1998.
Who has the edge?
Offense: Wisconsin
Defense: Wisconsin
Special Teams: Wisconsin
Coaching: Wisconsin
Intangibles: Wisconsin
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The over/under on Wisconsin's 100+ yard rushers is 2.5
Thoughts?
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I'd take under
But both White and Ball will break 100, and one of them will get 200.
by Badger_in_Utah on Sep 1, 2011 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
That 4Q 70-yd scamper by Gordon is going to hurt you then
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I'll take the over
White and Ball will have 100+ each in the first half. Then we’ll show off the rest of the backfield.
I'd say one of White/Ball and possibly one of Lewis/Gordon
If the game is a blowout, like it should be, I doubt White and Ball are in there for much more than a half. I don’t think the Badgers will risk keeping either of the big two in much longer than that. The Freshmen should get plenty of chances in the second half.
How about a few long, long runs from our newest Badger?
It would be cooler if he did.
"That chick was like, the Pele of anal."
by Bob Genghiskhan on Sep 1, 2011 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions
I know Wisconsin is good.
But the ghost of Jamaal Brimmer will never allow me to be cocky going into a UNLV game again.
"That chick was like, the Pele of anal."
Thanks for reminding me.
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by Ricardo Efendi on Sep 1, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Off to Madison!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Sep 1, 2011 2:50 PM CDT reply actions
You're going to the game?
"I should run a marathon backwards, so I can see what 2nd place look like"
- Royce Da 5'9"
I've always wondered if he's actually 5'9".
The Lombardi trophy should either be in it's birth place, or else on a vacation in South Beach.
by BlackPack-fan on Sep 1, 2011 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions
One of my buddies made the trip
from Utah. Needless to say, I am a little jealous.
by Badger_in_Utah on Sep 1, 2011 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, I was there
and boy, was it hot…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Sep 2, 2011 1:56 AM CDT up reply actions
I was going to say "have fun",
but it’s a little late for that question lol. Wow thats cool.
"I should run a marathon backwards, so I can see what 2nd place look like"
- Royce Da 5'9"
I've always wondered if he's actually 5'9".
The Lombardi trophy should either be in it's birth place, or else on a vacation in South Beach.
by BlackPack-fan on Sep 2, 2011 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Heading over in about a half hour
Leggooo
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