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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 18, 2018 12:24:49 GMT -5
OK - I guess you know more about what is going on in Cullowhee than most everybody else. If there was a controversy, why would it not have been there BEFORE the Adams' injury? Jones really only played a few token series or when Tyrie had to go out in the first 4 games of the season (and he performed well in each appearance). They both are our quarterbacks just like the 2 guys at Mercer are both Mercer's quarterbacks. But just like at Mercer, if healthy the 1 guy would be playing most of the snaps. The spark thing, the starting Tyrie as a surprise, etc. is all a nod to how Adams is effected by the physical issue. You don't go from playing like he did against Furman to looking like he did against Samford or Chattanooga without it being a physical and mental issue due to whatever the injury is. Now if we were going to switch to a pro-style offense, go with 2 backs, etc. there could very well be a controversy. And there are people in WCU-land who are ready to do it. But with the current scheme, Adams is the one who would give Western the best chance to win. The move to Jones has happened in both games because Adams has coughed the ball up that I think is DIRECTLY tied to his injury. Nah, I’m sure Andy, Barney, and Floyd know more about what’s going on in some hick town in NC than FUBeAR does. But ol’ FUBeAR has been listening very closely to (and making a living from) what people say & what they DON’T say for a whole lotta lotta years. You’re right though...before Mr. Adams was battered & beaten by the Paladins, the only QB controversy existed at WCU was on the WCU message boards & in the minds...and probably on the lips of some, let’s be kind & say, some of the less ‘progressive’ WCU fans. And, maybe, there still wasn’t one after the Samford game, but Coach Spier has proclaimed him ‘healthy’ ...and, now...after the Chatt game, based upon what I hear (and don’t hear) from Coach Spier on this video...you have one now...whether you want to acknowledge it or not. ADDENDUM: In fact...mark this down, so you’ll remember where you heard it 1st...FUBeAR HOT TAKE- If Mr. Adams graduates from WCU before next Fall, he won’t be playing in Cullowhee next season. Well, actually, he may, but he might be wearing a different jersey. Depending on the SoCon Intra-Conference Transfer rules, I could see him playing as a G-TR for another SoCon Team. Let’s see...is there another SoCon Team that runs a HEAVILY QB-centric Offense that is losing their Starter & has no heir apparent? Maybe, a school that has a history of taking Transfers? I can certainly think of 1. How would Mr. Adams look in Red & Blue? Furman could be a possibility as could ETSU, but I think Homewood, AL could very well be Mr. Adams’ residence next Fall. Or he may find an FBS program that meets those criteria. Either way, when he walks off that field in Chapel Hill on November 17th, be sure to wave good-bye. |
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 18, 2018 14:31:32 GMT -5
Bump...see addendum to prior post
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Post by wcugrad95 on Oct 18, 2018 15:38:50 GMT -5
Wow... I mean - wow. You keep stirring FUBeAR. WCU also has a very talented FR QB that we will redshirt this year (AJ Curry from Mt. Airy, GA). Do you want to start the Western QB controversy between Jones and Curry now, or should we wait for next season?
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 18, 2018 16:56:30 GMT -5
Wow... I mean - wow. You keep stirring FUBeAR. WCU also has a very talented FR QB that we will redshirt this year (AJ Curry from Mt. Airy, GA). Do you want to start the Western QB controversy between Jones and Curry now, or should we wait for next season? Jest if you like, 95...but as Coach Eric Cartman says, "Mark my words!" Go ask the boys on the Samford board about FUBeAR tellin' 'em in AUGUST of 2015, after hearing some some of Coach Hatcher's pre-season videos, that they were going to have a QB controversy there that year...between a Returning every-game Starter, a 4 Star FBS Transfer & a R-FR who had not yet stepped on the field....and that it was going to cause locker room issues for them that season. Took until October for them to bench the Starter and replace him with Devlin Hodges...but it DID happen and, due to those locker room issues, their Defense went in the tank for a few games... OCT 17 (SAT) 2:00 PM (CT) - VS THE CITADEL* - L, 25-44 OCT 24 (SAT) 2:30 PM (CT) - AT WESTERN CAROLINA* - L, 36-56 OCT 31 (SAT) 2:00 PM (CT) - VS FURMAN* - L, 17-20 I'm tellin' you, 95...FUBeAR has seen a thing or two...  Believe it...or don't. |
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 18, 2018 16:59:43 GMT -5
bump for release of Mercer's Game Notes in previous "Tale of the Tape" post and 1 Change in 2 Deep - Backup Center to Starter & Starter to Backup (updated the "TotT")...both replacing the previous Starter who has been out since the VMI game.
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Post by Guest on Oct 19, 2018 14:06:53 GMT -5
Is Fubear the only Mercer fan that posts on this board?
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 19, 2018 14:57:50 GMT -5
Is Fubear the only Mercer fan that posts on this board? Is Guest your real name? |
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Post by Guest on Oct 19, 2018 15:38:53 GMT -5
Actually yes. I post on all the board that allows "guest" posting.
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 19, 2018 16:37:20 GMT -5
Actually yes. I post on all the board that allows "guest" posting. GREAT! That's very convenient for you then. I enjoyed your work in Spinal Tap. Thanks for posting here. Do you have any comments / thoughts / contributions regarding the Western Carolina @ Mercer Football game tomorrow? |
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Post by A Cat Fan on Oct 19, 2018 19:26:14 GMT -5
OK - I guess you know more about what is going on in Cullowhee than most everybody else. If there was a controversy, why would it not have been there BEFORE the Adams' injury? Jones really only played a few token series or when Tyrie had to go out in the first 4 games of the season (and he performed well in each appearance). They both are our quarterbacks just like the 2 guys at Mercer are both Mercer's quarterbacks. But just like at Mercer, if healthy the 1 guy would be playing most of the snaps. The spark thing, the starting Tyrie as a surprise, etc. is all a nod to how Adams is effected by the physical issue. You don't go from playing like he did against Furman to looking like he did against Samford or Chattanooga without it being a physical and mental issue due to whatever the injury is. Now if we were going to switch to a pro-style offense, go with 2 backs, etc. there could very well be a controversy. And there are people in WCU-land who are ready to do it. But with the current scheme, Adams is the one who would give Western the best chance to win. The move to Jones has happened in both games because Adams has coughed the ball up that I think is DIRECTLY tied to his injury. Nah, I’m sure Andy, Barney, and Floyd know more about what’s going on in some hick town in NC than FUBeAR does. But ol’ FUBeAR has been listening very closely to (and making a living from) what people say & what they DON’T say for a whole lotta lotta years. You’re right though...before Mr. Adams was battered & beaten by the Paladins, the only QB controversy existed at WCU was on the WCU message boards & in the minds...and probably on the lips of some, let’s be kind & say, some of the less ‘progressive’ WCU fans. And, maybe, there still wasn’t one after the Samford game, but Coach Spier has proclaimed him ‘healthy’ ...and, now...after the Chatt game, based upon what I hear (and don’t hear) from Coach Spier on this video...you have one now...whether you want to acknowledge it or not. ADDENDUM: In fact...mark this down, so you’ll remember where you heard it 1st...FUBeAR HOT TAKE- If Mr. Adams graduates from WCU before next Fall, he won’t be playing in Cullowhee next season. Well, actually, he may, but he might be wearing a different jersey. Depending on the SoCon Intra-Conference Transfer rules, I could see him playing as a G-TR for another SoCon Team. Let’s see...is there another SoCon Team that runs a HEAVILY QB-centric Offense that is losing their Starter & has no heir apparent? Maybe, a school that has a history of taking Transfers? I can certainly think of 1. How would Mr. Adams look in Red & Blue? Furman could be a possibility as could ETSU, but I think Homewood, AL could very well be Mr. Adams’ residence next Fall. Or he may find an FBS program that meets those criteria. Either way, when he walks off that field in Chapel Hill on November 17th, be sure to wave good-bye. I'm just not sure how you became an expert to know what Coach Speir meant when he made a statement. I guess your mind reading ability has improved over the years or maybe it's your crystal ball. |
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 19, 2018 20:34:34 GMT -5
Nah, I’m sure Andy, Barney, and Floyd know more about what’s going on in some hick town in NC than FUBeAR does. But ol’ FUBeAR has been listening very closely to (and making a living from) what people say & what they DON’T say for a whole lotta lotta years. You’re right though...before Mr. Adams was battered & beaten by the Paladins, the only QB controversy existed at WCU was on the WCU message boards & in the minds...and probably on the lips of some, let’s be kind & say, some of the less ‘progressive’ WCU fans. And, maybe, there still wasn’t one after the Samford game, but Coach Spier has proclaimed him ‘healthy’ ...and, now...after the Chatt game, based upon what I hear (and don’t hear) from Coach Spier on this video...you have one now...whether you want to acknowledge it or not. ADDENDUM: In fact...mark this down, so you’ll remember where you heard it 1st...FUBeAR HOT TAKE- If Mr. Adams graduates from WCU before next Fall, he won’t be playing in Cullowhee next season. Well, actually, he may, but he might be wearing a different jersey. Depending on the SoCon Intra-Conference Transfer rules, I could see him playing as a G-TR for another SoCon Team. Let’s see...is there another SoCon Team that runs a HEAVILY QB-centric Offense that is losing their Starter & has no heir apparent? Maybe, a school that has a history of taking Transfers? I can certainly think of 1. How would Mr. Adams look in Red & Blue? Furman could be a possibility as could ETSU, but I think Homewood, AL could very well be Mr. Adams’ residence next Fall. Or he may find an FBS program that meets those criteria. Either way, when he walks off that field in Chapel Hill on November 17th, be sure to wave good-bye. I'm just not sure how you became an expert to know what Coach Speir meant when he made a statement. I guess your mind reading ability has improved over the years or maybe it's your crystal ball. No more an expert in Coach Spier than I am in Coach Purses. Can’t read minds. Don’t have a crystal ball, but I did have a Magic 8 Ball one time. I found it unreliable. On the other hand, I have been a Football Player & Football Coach for about 50 years and for the last 25 years I have made my living in a profession which requires me to listen to every word people say and to hear very clearly what they are also not saying. I believe it was a skill that I had innately, but that it has also become highly developed due to my professional pursuits over the past quarter decade. In order to be successful in my business, I have to make decisions that affect the futures of companies and individuals based on the things I hear & don’t hear. Anyone that is able to succeed in my business has that ‘particular set of skills.’ If they don’t, they don’t stay in my business very long. So, blending my interest with my professional practice, my occasional avocation is listening to the words of Football Coaches & Players and making projections based upon my assessment of those words. I’m sure my accuracy rate would be enhanced if I could conduct the interviews myself, but it’s actually more fun for me this way. So, my avocational sense, based on the events surrounding WCU Football the past 3 weeks, with that interview of Coach Spier as the capstone, leads me to conclude that there IS a QB controversy in Catamount Land. And, in this day, with the recent rule changes allowing more freedom of movement of Collegiate Student Athletes from one school to another, the prevalence of such movement among Quarterbacks, and the years of prior on-field success Mr. Adams has enjoyed as a Catamount, my further conclusion is that he will take his talents to a place where he feels they are are more appreciated and where he feels will, perhaps, provide him a more beneficial conduit to pursue his athletic career beyond his college years. If you disagree with that conclusion, I don’t mind. It’s a bold projection based on limited information. That said, I will look forward to your return to congratulate me on my prescience. So...do you have any thoughts, comments, and/or contributions to post about the WCU @ Mercer Football game tomorrow? |
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Post by wcugrad95 on Oct 19, 2018 22:01:16 GMT -5
Go Western!
😀😀😀
I actually appreciate you FUBeAR, but as I often do I disagree with you.
As for tomorrow, I think Western actually somehow/someway has figured a few things out on D. We are not all the sudden going to be Clemson, but I think from last weekend through each game the rest of the way we will be better on defense (not hard to statistically be better, but I think we will "eye test" be better).
Our O is now struggling, but if we somehow have figured out a way to be able to keep teams at 26 points or less I feel like we will at some point get healthy enough to start scoring 28 points or more.
If Tyrie Adams is healthy physically and mentally, he showed against Furman he is as good as any QB in all of FCS. So to prove people wrong I truly hope tomorrow is his re-emergence day against a D he torched last year for nearly 380 yards passing.
So my take is if we really know what we have going into tomorrow with the QB, we ***can*** break out of our funk and make some noise. There are plenty of issues in WCU land, but crazy or not I am putting money on Western covering because I think the Cats may very well win straight up.
With all your clairvoyance, have you put a bunch of money down on the Bears?
I'd ask for some of the other Mercer fans to chime in, but....
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Post by FUBeAR on Oct 20, 2018 1:01:37 GMT -5
Go Western! 😀😀😀 I actually appreciate you FUBeAR, but as I often do I disagree with you. As for tomorrow, I think Western actually somehow/someway has figured a few things out on D. We are not all the sudden going to be Clemson, but I think from last weekend through each game the rest of the way we will be better on defense (not hard to statistically be better, but I think we will "eye test" be better). Our O is now struggling, but if we somehow have figured out a way to be able to keep teams at 26 points or less I feel like we will at some point get healthy enough to start scoring 28 points or more. If Tyrie Adams is healthy physically and mentally, he showed against Furman he is as good as any QB in all of FCS. So to prove people wrong I truly hope tomorrow is his re-emergence day against a D he torched last year for nearly 380 yards passing. So my take is if we really know what we have going into tomorrow with the QB, we ***can*** break out of our funk and make some noise. There are plenty of issues in WCU land, but crazy or not I am putting money on Western covering because I think the Cats may very well win straight up. With all your clairvoyance, have you put a bunch of money down on the Bears? I'd ask for some of the other Mercer fans to chime in, but.... Please, 8 pound, 6 ounce newborn Baby Jesus, don’t let any of 95’s rantings come to fruition today. And...95...Did I say that betting on College Football games wasn’t my Profession? Anyway, my financial interests are between me, my CPA, the IRS, and, perhaps, a few offshore financial institutions. Enjoy your day in Macon, sir. I hope you & your family love everything about it, except the final score. I suspect you will. You are going to make a great PalaBearAmount one day soon. Then we’ll have 2 Mercer Fans posting here! Sorry, I won’t be there to meet you, but my presence as an Honorary Game Captain (really) has been requested at another venue to the north. #BeatTheCatsAndTheDogs |
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Post by Cat Fan on Oct 20, 2018 6:35:21 GMT -5
Go Western! 😀😀😀 I actually appreciate you FUBeAR, but as I often do I disagree with you. As for tomorrow, I think Western actually somehow/someway has figured a few things out on D. We are not all the sudden going to be Clemson, but I think from last weekend through each game the rest of the way we will be better on defense (not hard to statistically be better, but I think we will "eye test" be better). Our O is now struggling, but if we somehow have figured out a way to be able to keep teams at 26 points or less I feel like we will at some point get healthy enough to start scoring 28 points or more. If Tyrie Adams is healthy physically and mentally, he showed against Furman he is as good as any QB in all of FCS. So to prove people wrong I truly hope tomorrow is his re-emergence day against a D he torched last year for nearly 380 yards passing. So my take is if we really know what we have going into tomorrow with the QB, we ***can*** break out of our funk and make some noise. There are plenty of issues in WCU land, but crazy or not I am putting money on Western covering because I think the Cats may very well win straight up. With all your clairvoyance, have you put a bunch of money down on the Bears? I'd ask for some of the other Mercer fans to chime in, but.... Please, 8 pound, 6 ounce newborn Baby Jesus, don’t let any of 95’s rantings come to fruition today. And...95...Did I say that betting on College Football games wasn’t my Profession? Anyway, my financial interests are between me, my CPA, the IRS, and, perhaps, a few offshore financial institutions. Enjoy your day in Macon, sir. I hope you & your family love everything about it, except the final score. I suspect you will. You are going to make a great PalaBearAmount one day soon. Then we’ll have 2 Mercer Fans posting here! Sorry, I won’t be there to meet you, but my presence as an Honorary Game Captain (really) has been requested at another venue to the north. #BeatTheCatsAndTheDogs Well, that is classic. The only poster they have will not even attend today's the game in Macon. |
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Post by MUfan on Oct 20, 2018 16:09:02 GMT -5
Get it together Bears!!
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