Post by fearthephoenix on Aug 25, 2024 16:17:19 GMT -5
This weather has made me more excited for College Football than ever.
Opponent: Duke Blue Devils (0-0; 0-0 ACC)
Game Date & Time: Friday, August 30th, 2024
Where: Wallace Wade Stadium - Durham, NC
Offensive Outlook:
25 year old Returning Quarterback that ended last season strong
Potentially outstanding receiving core (Brayboy, Dalton, and Dieke)
A unknown yet potentially decent RB group (Baker, Frederick, and Thomas)
Older and Experienced Offensive Line
Returning TE in Cody Hardy, who needs to be active in the passing game and remain a monster run blocker
I believe that Drew Folmar has weapons this year and he really utilized them towards the end of the ‘23 season. This offense needs to be able to put the ball down and go. Tempo, tempo, tempo. Maximize the receiving opportunities and then let the big men be physical.
Defensive Outlook:
I will put the Elon back seven again many in the FCS.
The front four determines how dominate this group can be.
Louro, Nnaeto, and Johnson need to step up.
We return speed at DE, but they have to play big
Patierno, Tyson, and Veloz can be dominant but have to stay disciplined, especially against the run.
Dovonte Edwards can coach a defense and we have seen it, but his growth from the struggles of last season, especially against the run, will be the story in this game and this season.
Special Teams:
Consistent year in and year out. Going to be needed to be consistent and make plays.
Going to need Yurk’s boot and Berkowitz to be confident.
Overall:
I am dreaming big because I expect Duke to come out and try to play bully ball. We have to sustain drives and win third down on both sides of the ball. I am not sure about the depth of this team and I really do not want to find out. I think it will be a battle, but Duke’s size will likely be the difference. But, if Duke is sloppy and underestimates the Phoenix, I can definitely envision them walking out of Wallace Wade with their first FBS win.
Opponent: Duke Blue Devils (0-0; 0-0 ACC)
Game Date & Time: Friday, August 30th, 2024
Where: Wallace Wade Stadium - Durham, NC
Offensive Outlook:
25 year old Returning Quarterback that ended last season strong
Potentially outstanding receiving core (Brayboy, Dalton, and Dieke)
A unknown yet potentially decent RB group (Baker, Frederick, and Thomas)
Older and Experienced Offensive Line
Returning TE in Cody Hardy, who needs to be active in the passing game and remain a monster run blocker
I believe that Drew Folmar has weapons this year and he really utilized them towards the end of the ‘23 season. This offense needs to be able to put the ball down and go. Tempo, tempo, tempo. Maximize the receiving opportunities and then let the big men be physical.
Defensive Outlook:
I will put the Elon back seven again many in the FCS.
The front four determines how dominate this group can be.
Louro, Nnaeto, and Johnson need to step up.
We return speed at DE, but they have to play big
Patierno, Tyson, and Veloz can be dominant but have to stay disciplined, especially against the run.
Dovonte Edwards can coach a defense and we have seen it, but his growth from the struggles of last season, especially against the run, will be the story in this game and this season.
Special Teams:
Consistent year in and year out. Going to be needed to be consistent and make plays.
Going to need Yurk’s boot and Berkowitz to be confident.
Overall:
I am dreaming big because I expect Duke to come out and try to play bully ball. We have to sustain drives and win third down on both sides of the ball. I am not sure about the depth of this team and I really do not want to find out. I think it will be a battle, but Duke’s size will likely be the difference. But, if Duke is sloppy and underestimates the Phoenix, I can definitely envision them walking out of Wallace Wade with their first FBS win.