*****N Illinois vs Iowa Game Thread*****

[83Hawk]

In short, @eyesofhawk will be rock hard the entire game. Is that the gist?

If Iowa throws more than 4 passes he will be mad.

 

[QChawks]

How that “Iowa first drive ends in a punt” is looking at me

 

[eyesofhawk]

Throw the ball.

But only so much.

Otherwise it makes it harder to win.

Per Captain Kirk, himself

 

[WeBeHerkin]

First 3 plays.

Run up middle
Run to short side of field
Incomplete pass

 

[Franisdaman]

First 3 plays.

Run up middle
Run to short side of field
Incomplete pass

then wut?

 

[Franisdaman]

 

[Kceasthawk@77]

If Iowa doesn't put up at least 50 points and 500 yards, you can thank KF . . . again. Teams have been putting up 50, 60, and even 70 points in similar match-ups already this season. Fry would hang 49 on 'em by halftime. But this stubborn, conservative head coach never will understand that one of the main objects of football is to score and to do so as much as possible. And if Brown starts, well, we'll see how that goes, but we know KF's history on QBs, and it ain't pretty. With all the talent this team has, leave it to KF to screw it up. If Iowa puts up at least 50 points and 500 yards, I'll be happy to retract any assertions that may prove inaccurate. But based on more than a quarter century of facts, color me skeptical . . . I'll save cynical in case I need it for next week.

Way to set your goals so you don't have to eat crow there. It remains to be seen how much "talent" we have given this is the least experienced team in the B1G based on returning production. Of course that's the coaching staffs fault also, correct?

 

[83Hawk]

But only so much.

Otherwise it makes it harder to win.

Per Captain Kirk, himself

With no clear #1 QB, it is imperative that both Brown and Hecklinski be allowed to throw the ball to see who is the better passer and makes the best decisions. This is the perfect game for it. I will be shocked if Lester doesn't give each of them plenty of pass attempts.

 

[Franisdaman]

Last time we had a starting QB from Tennessee things worked out ok....

 

[Kceasthawk@77]

Have to admit though, usually the complaining and gnashing of teeth waits until at least the 2nd play of the game. We're in fine form today though. Lets start 6 hours before kickoff. Yea.....

 

[83Hawk]

First 3 plays.

Run up middle
Run to short side of field
Incomplete pass

My guess is the first play is a play action pass, 10-15 yards up the middle.

 

[Kceasthawk@77]

With no clear #1 QB, it is imperative that both Brown and Hecklinski be allowed to throw the ball to see who is the better passer and makes the best decisions. This is the perfect game for it. I will be shocked if Lester doesn't give each of them plenty of pass attempts.

This exactly. I don't care who STARTS , as long as both guys get a decent chance to throw the ball at each level, no matter what the score is.

 

[Hawk-A-Doodle-Doo]

Official cuz stars.

 

[eyesofhawk]

With no clear #1 QB, it is imperative that both Brown and Hecklinski be allowed to throw the ball to see who is the better passer and makes the best decisions. This is the perfect game for it. I will be shocked if Lester doesn't give each of them plenty of pass attempts.

Hawks better make sure they're running enough if they want the passing game to be effective

 

[Manfredi]

Gameday having some mock Iowa fun. Said something about Iowa might have a QB or 2 but Kirk is more concerned about having a good o- line over a QB and when they mentioned getting Diaz even Iowa was surprised a receiver would come there. Got the whole panel cracking up.

Oh and F ESPN

 

[eyesofhawk]

Gameday having some mock Iowa fun. Said something about Iowa might have a QB or 2 but Kirk is more concerned about having a good o- line over a QB and when they mentioned getting Diaz even Iowa was surprised a receiver would come there. Got the whole panel cracking up.

Oh and F ESPN

Joke's on them

 

[IowaCityLit]

Gameday having some mock Iowa fun. Said something about Iowa might have a QB or 2 but Kirk is more concerned about having a good o- line over a QB and when they mentioned getting Diaz even Iowa was surprised a receiver would come there. Got the whole panel cracking up.

Oh and F ESPN

I mean KF created this (accurate) perception and environment where Iowa would be mocked.

Doesn’t part of you kinda wonder why Diaz came as well, lol? I mean no real history or precedent to suggest he’s gonna be able to get tons of catches. For multiple reasons.

But all that’s moot now. Let’s go see what the offense can do to mute the talking heads.

 

[oldhawk56]

then wut?

Rinse repeat.

 

[herkhatescy2]

The long wait is over.

Nope. Still waiting.

 

[83Hawk]

Hawks better make sure they're running enough if they want the passing game to be effective

Never said otherwise.

 

[oldhawk56]

So transferred our tickets to my 16 yr old granddaughter (no Pics) and her bf. (Too damn hot for us old folks) she has the tix in her apple wallet but cannot open it.
Says "must use a mobile device". The U in its desire to be a money grubbing institution has no one to assist on this on a saturday..GDammit..

 

[83Hawk]

So transferred our tickets to my 16 yr old granddaughter (no Pics) and her bf. (Too damn hot for us old folks) she has the tix in her apple wallet but cannot open it.
Says "must use a mobile device". The U in its desire to be a money grubbing institution has no one to assist on this on a saturday..GDammit..

I would have her go to the box office at the stadium. They should be able to help.

 

[herkhatescy2]

First 3 plays.

Run up middle
Run to short side of field
Incomplete pass

Blocked punt - touchdown.

 

[eyesofhawk]

Never said otherwise.

Run the ball

 

[MacMiney]

This exactly. I don't care who STARTS , as long as both guys get a decent chance to throw the ball at each level, no matter what the score is.

Really curious to see if this turns into a one QB put in because of running ability, the other for down the field passes. And, if that can be used to keep the D off balance if it works. Need some "exotics" asap in time for MeatChicken.

 

[RagnarLothbrok]

then wut?

 

[WeBeHerkin]

Blocked punt - touchdown.

Snap over the head since all guys are new.

 

[WeBeHerkin]

So transferred our tickets to my 16 yr old granddaughter (no Pics) and her bf. (Too damn hot for us old folks) she has the tix in her apple wallet but cannot open it.
Says "must use a mobile device". The U in its desire to be a money grubbing institution has no one to assist on this on a saturday..GDammit..

What device is she trying to open them on?

 

[ChicagoHawk2020]

Gameday having some mock Iowa fun. Said something about Iowa might have a QB or 2 but Kirk is more concerned about having a good o- line over a QB and when they mentioned getting Diaz even Iowa was surprised a receiver would come there. Got the whole panel cracking up.

Oh and F ESPN

KF doesn’t have nearly as much respect around the country that Iowa fans think he does.

 

[Morrison71]

Let’s go!!!! I’ve been waiting all year for this!! Iowa by 55.

 

[pocha444444]

Run the ball

Are you of the opinion that Iowa doesn't run the ball enough, or is posting this over and over again your idea of humor?

 

[HoggI74]

Lose Epenesa will not allow Iowa to LOSE this game...

 

[herkhatescy2]

Lose Epenesa will not allow Iowa to LOSE this game...

It's Iose.

 

[herkhatescy2]

Still in disbelief that Indiana won the national title for some reason.

 

[Bierhalter]

Brown got the nod due to not having any visible tattoos.

(just kidding)
(kind of)

 

[Iron Doc]

Still in disbelief that Indiana won the national title for some reason.

World Class coaching.

 

[Bierhalter]

Last time we had a starting QB from Tennessee things worked out ok....

Brown is from Illinois, Hecklinski is the more exotic of the two

 

[85Bears]

 

[10001110101]

Yeah, but see......f*** Nebraska.

 

[10001110101]

Official cuz stars.