Friday Forum: Oregon State vs. Arizona

by Jake Bertalotto on Sep 25, 2009 7:30 AM PDT in Football Comment 36 comments

I'm sorry for putting so much of the weight on you guys this week... it feels like I've been playing catch up since I caught a cold earlier in the week and haven't had much time to write on BtD. You won't see much of me until late tonight when I'll try to churn out some preview material for you to read tomorrow before the game. For now, let's rely on our community here to talk about tomorrow's Pac-10 opener with Arizona.

There's lots of talking points heading into this game, such as:

What improvements did Coach Cavanaugh and the offensive line make this week after being exploited by Cincinnati?
How will Canfield bounce back from last Saturday's loss? The onus wasn't completely on him, but he definitely bore a lot of the brunt of Cincinnati's defensive attack.
How is Jacquizz Rodgers' ankle? He rushed for under 100 yards against the Bearcats, which is an anomaly these days.
Defensive line: Can they continue to get pressure on opposing quarterbacks, but come up with more results? Tony Pike was adept at side-stepping Beaver blitzers, and I'm not sure the man Arizona will run out onto the field--Nick Foles-- will be nearly as good in that respect. How many sacks are you looking for tomorrow?

There are other topics, sure, but there is a good place to start. One thing is for certain-- Taylor Kavanaugh's head is in the right place.

--Jake (jake.buildingthedam@gmail.com)

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I'm expecting

To win by at least ten points. Arizona is missing their best player and it is in Corvallis. We just need to kepp the penalties and turnovers down. If we do that, I think we’ll be fine.

Also, Happy 1 Year Anniversary to the Beavers! Anyone that knows what I’m talking about gets a brand new Bunny!

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 7:57 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

One year since we beat USC

Hip Hip Hooray!

by HighSchoolQuarterback on Sep 25, 2009 9:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yep!

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 9:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

My thoughts

Question One: What improvements did Coach Cavanaugh and the offensive line make this week after being exploited by Cincinnati?

Answer: Yes

Question Two: How will Canfield bounce back from last Saturday’s loss?

Answer: Yes

Question Three: How is Jacquizz Rodgers’ ankle? He rushed for under 100 yards against the Bearcats, which is an anomaly these days.

Answer: He’s playing

Question Four: Defensive line: Can they continue to get pressure on opposing quarterbacks, but come up with more results? Tony Pike was adept at side-stepping Beaver blitzers, and I’m not sure the man Arizona will run out onto the field—Nick Foles— will be nearly as good in that respect. How many sacks are you looking for tomorrow?

Answer: Just win!

-RVM

by rvm on Sep 25, 2009 9:24 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Ted Miller's prediction:

Oregon State 24, Arizona 21: Switched this pick twice. Final verdict: Go with the home team. That said, the Wildcats’ defense will give the Beavers loads of trouble. Curious to see if Arizona’s passing offense will advance much after the switch from Matt Scott to Nick Foles. Probably some but just not enough.

I sure hope it’s not that close again! I am looking for the Beavers to bounce back well from last week. I’m tired of hearing people talk like our entire season is in the toilet because of the ONE LOSS to Cincinatti!

by sangdorange on Sep 25, 2009 10:09 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I highly doubt it will be that close

I think 28-21 at the least, probably something like 28-17 or 28-14.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 10:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m tired of hearing people talk like our entire season is in the toilet because of the ONE LOSS to Cincinatti!

It was a disappointing loss, but let those people know it is SO much better than what we had to deal with the last few years going into the Pac-10 play. Look at last year. I agree with many on BtD and this year’s schedule has been stacking up nicely I think for the team. If it all works out well that one loss will mean hardly anything.

-RVM

by rvm on Sep 25, 2009 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Losses always hurt

But it’s a non-conference game. It has no effect on the Rose Bowl whatsoever. We just need to move on and focus on Pasadena.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

totally

After opening last year and losing a conference game, then being crushed by Penn State on national TV, and losing that Utah game that was totally a W in the bag until that last two minutes, and then look how that season turned around. Still a great deal to be hopeful about!

-RVM

by rvm on Sep 25, 2009 12:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

2,700 tickets remain

It’s already going to be bigger then our last two games, let’s make it a sell out!

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 10:39 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Good news

Too bad I’ll be out of town this weekend. Hope the hotel gets the Versus network! :)

by sangdorange on Sep 25, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

What time are you guys going down tommorrow?

I live in Portland and think we’ll hit the road around 12:20 so we miss all the Duck traffic. That way we get a good 2 and a half hours of tailgating in without all of the traffic.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 11:16 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I'm too sick to go to the game

so ya’ll make sure and be plenty loud! Should be a good game, hopefully our offense kicks into gear and takes off. Hope everyone has a safe and good time.

by fishinbeaverguy on Sep 25, 2009 2:44 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Go Beavs!

I can’t wait for Saturday. It’s been a long, long week and I need to get some beers and watch some football.

Oh, and anyone who can tell me what a “Noghri_ViR” is gets a gold star for the day. It’s been wracking my brain. Even Wikipedia, TV and the Internet doesn’t know and that’s where all information I use originates from… HELP.

by ArbyOSU on Sep 25, 2009 4:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I'll be commenting on the

Missouri-Nevada game tonight if anyone cares.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 6:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

With 1:25 left in the 1st Quarter

Nevada leads Missouri 7-3.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 6:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Mizzou tacks on a Field Goal

They trail 7-6 with 1:00 left in the quarter.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 6:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

After the 1st Quarter

Nevada-7, Missouri-6

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 6:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

It's ESPN Tailgate Week!

Make sure to tailgate hard tommorrow!

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 7:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

At Halftime

Missouri-12, Nevada-7

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 7:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

With 5:20 left in the 3rd Quarter

Missouri-18, Nevada-13

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 8:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Touchdown Mizzou!

They lead it 28-13 with 9:10 left in the game.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

A Touchdown + 2 Points

For Nevada cuts the Tiger lead to 31-21 with 2:30 left in the game.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 9:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Final Score

Missouri-31, Nevada-21

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 25, 2009 9:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

College GameDay Picks

Desmond and Corso picks the Beavs, Kirk takes the Wildcats.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 9:44 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I'll be commenting on the games today

If anyone’s interested.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 9:45 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

With 2:45 left in the 1st Quarter

Indiana and Michigan are tied at 14.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 9:46 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

After the 1st Quarter

Georgia Tech leads North Carolina 7-0.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 9:47 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

With 13:05 left in the Half

Wisconsin and Michigan State are tied at 7.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 9:49 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Touchdown Wisconsin

The Badgers lead it 21-7 with 2:55 left in the Half.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 10:18 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Touchdown Michigan State

That cuts the Wisconsin lead to 24-16.

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 11:23 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

The Extra Point is good

Wisconsin-24, Michigan State-17

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Alright guys

Almost time to take off. For those of you going to the game, BE LOUD! And for those of you watching at home, make sure you participate in the Game Thread.

Go Beavs!

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by ConnorOSU on Sep 26, 2009 11:24 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs