Miami struggling at Pitt. Panthers lead 10-7 and are close to making it a 2 score game. Always thought Miami would have trouble here. They struggle when they have to travel a long way (as an example, their record in Blacksburg is bad)
This is right...Wisconsin didn't need a Pitt win over Miami to get in. They would get in anyway because one of Miami or Clemson get eliminated next week
But Alabama loss would lead to argument for including them in playoff along with the SEC champ. And Miami, even as ACC champ, would be one of the teams on the bubble.
Not advocating for two SEC teams (at all) but it would be a live issue.
play someone this season other than in the Big10 championship? I think they're pretty good but holy shit, what a cupcake schedule. No wonder they're not in the top 4. Are they even a lock if they win that game? I guess. One quality win the entire season and you're in the playoff. Weird.
play someone this season other than in the Big10 championship? I think they're pretty good but holy shit, what a cupcake schedule. No wonder they're not in the top 4. Are they even a lock if they win that game? I guess. One quality win the entire season and you're in the playoff. Weird.
3 wins against top 25 teams. Would be 4 if they beat OSU.
not quite sure what your point is. Yes, their schedule was weak this year. But the schedules are usually made 5 years out. Tough to predict BYU would be shit. That's all I'm saying.
they're playing Syracuse in 19 and 20, but that obviously doesn't qualify for a legit opponent. Notre Dame should be fun in 2020/21 at Solider Field/Lambeau.
they're playing Syracuse in 19 and 20, but that obviously doesn't qualify for a legit opponent. Notre Dame should be fun in 2020/21 at Solider Field/Lambeau.
At this point, no you're right, Syracuse does not count other than satisfying the P5 requirement. But we're not talking about Syracuse. We're talking about an undefeated team that lives in cupcake city and could be in a four team playoff despite playing 1.5 good teams if you count NW as the .5.
Tech beating UVA 10 - 0 late in the fourth. I think this is 14 years in a row if Virginia Tech wins. UVA hoops though is 6-0 after winning the preseason NIT with a convincing victory over Rhode Island.
they're playing Syracuse in 19 and 20, but that obviously doesn't qualify for a legit opponent. Notre Dame should be fun in 2020/21 at Solider Field/Lambeau.
At this point, no you're right, Syracuse does not count other than satisfying the P5 requirement. But we're not talking about Syracuse. We're talking about an undefeated team that lives in cupcake city and could be in a four team playoff despite playing 1.5 good teams if you count NW as the .5.
Wow, by your logic bye-bye Clemson since they LOST to SYRACUSE.
Where a team is ranked when they play them should definitely be a factor, not only where those teams wind up. And did you notice the teams the SEC played recently? Nice break at a crucial time in the season. Like an extra bye week.
Bottom line Badgers never get the respect they deserve. They are among the highest ranked teams for the past 20 years in CFB on just about every metric except recruiting class.
And they are right up there with Stanford and Duke (private schools) in % of athletes who graduate. For me, the most important metric.
Really hope they beat Ohio State and get into the playoffs Â
Excited to see how the Badgers stack vs Bama. Talk about all 5 stars going against 3 stars. The old Badgers team that overachieved typically got blown away by SEC speed. I think this team might be good enough to give Bama problems. Would be a great litmus test.
WRs this season (Pryor, Davis.) They have potential. I still think Hornibrook is a game manager, he's been fortunate that his turnovers haven't bitten the Badgers yet.
WRs this season (Pryor, Davis.) They have potential. I still think Hornibrook is a game manager, he's been fortunate that his turnovers haven't bitten the Badgers yet.
Gotta beat Minnesota first today.
Totally agree, rivalry game so Minny will be pumped.
I was excited about Davis and Pryor had no idea he would be this good.
I know every team will make Hornibrook beat them, he's been up to the task so far. If they can run the ball on Bama then all bets are off.
sure if I agree with Hornibrook as a game manager. He takes shots downfield. Most unsuccessfully, but he has some moments of brilliance. He's pretty boom or bust. When he's on he's a top 3 QB in the B1G. But when he's off, he's really off.
The Pitt D looks like the Miami D
Wrong. They were in regardless.
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Win out and they're in
Wrong. They were in regardless.
This is right...Wisconsin didn't need a Pitt win over Miami to get in. They would get in anyway because one of Miami or Clemson get eliminated next week
But Alabama loss would lead to argument for including them in playoff along with the SEC champ. And Miami, even as ACC champ, would be one of the teams on the bubble.
Not advocating for two SEC teams (at all) but it would be a live issue.
Yes...Miami would have a conference title plus wins over Clemson, ND, VT
3 wins against top 25 teams. Would be 4 if they beat OSU.
And absolutely zero out of conference quality on their schedule.
It's a joke. Come on.
One quality win if they beat OSU and they're in the four team playoff. That's madness.
One quality win if they beat OSU and they're in the four team playoff. That's madness.
Again, BYU is a 8-10 win team most years.
Going back they played LSU, Bama, LSU the past 3 seasons.
Next year they play Alabama though right?
At this point, no you're right, Syracuse does not count other than satisfying the P5 requirement. But we're not talking about Syracuse. We're talking about an undefeated team that lives in cupcake city and could be in a four team playoff despite playing 1.5 good teams if you count NW as the .5.
Tech,tech,vpi!
Tech,tech,vpi!
Are there any other D-I schools that have never won a title in any sport, ever, or does Tek have that distinction all to themselves?
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they're playing Syracuse in 19 and 20, but that obviously doesn't qualify for a legit opponent. Notre Dame should be fun in 2020/21 at Solider Field/Lambeau.
At this point, no you're right, Syracuse does not count other than satisfying the P5 requirement. But we're not talking about Syracuse. We're talking about an undefeated team that lives in cupcake city and could be in a four team playoff despite playing 1.5 good teams if you count NW as the .5.
Wow, by your logic bye-bye Clemson since they LOST to SYRACUSE.
Where a team is ranked when they play them should definitely be a factor, not only where those teams wind up. And did you notice the teams the SEC played recently? Nice break at a crucial time in the season. Like an extra bye week.
Bottom line Badgers never get the respect they deserve. They are among the highest ranked teams for the past 20 years in CFB on just about every metric except recruiting class.
And they are right up there with Stanford and Duke (private schools) in % of athletes who graduate. For me, the most important metric.
Gotta beat Minnesota first today.
I'll not be happy if the Bucks get into the playoff with 2 losses. A lot would have to break right for them beyond beating the Badgers next week.
Wolverines up 7-0..go Blue.
Gotta beat Minnesota first today.
Totally agree, rivalry game so Minny will be pumped.
I was excited about Davis and Pryor had no idea he would be this good.
I know every team will make Hornibrook beat them, he's been up to the task so far. If they can run the ball on Bama then all bets are off.
Fair. I feel like I need a shower.