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PSU v NU @ The Library at Ryan Field Prediction Thread

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Northwestern finally inaugurates New Ryan Field, which many are nicknaming “The Library” after a denigrating comment from a visiting Colorado player two weeks ago. Fans have taken it as a badge of pride after the Cats shellacked the Buffaloes 41-7.

And the Cats had a tantalizing second half against reigning national champion Indiana. Although they could not close the win despite trailing by only two late in the 4th, the nationally televised game did get the attention of the college football world.

The Cats christen their home in their third nationally televised game in as many weeks when the Penn State Nittany Lion come to Evanston. PSU lost a 17-0 lead and their game against Wisconsin, leading to questions about the quality of the team, composed partly of players from Iowa State who came with Matt Campbell hired after last season.

PSU is favored by a narrow margin and the Cats are nursing some injuries, though it’s not clear how extensive until the injured list is released mid-week. That said, after seeing the Cats’ gutsy performance last week and with the adrenaline of opening the new house, an NU victory seems more than reasonable.

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I expect us to win since we have the better qb and we always score in 4 straight drives in the second half…

But I wouldn’t be surprised if we lose since this is another nationally televised game which seems to be our kryptonite. Have the can’t handle the bright lights syndrome.

Cats 38 - PSU 16
 
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eddie_gocats said:
I expect us to win since we have the better qb and we always score in 4 straight drives in the second half…

But I wouldn’t be surprised if we lose since this is another nationally televised game which seems to be our kryptonite. Have the can’t handle the bright lights syndrome.

Cats 38 - PSU 16
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The Colorado game was a national game, wasn't it?
 
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What will the uni’s be like for this special game opening the new stadium? Would love to win this one after the tough loss last week. Defense has been solid, just need more consistent offense for both halfs.
Go Cats!
 
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Prior to the season, I’d have said this was a reach of a game to expect to win.

They’ve played well enough that it’s hard not to think they have a decent chance.

Gut says Penn State in a close one. But if you’re giving me the points, I’m taking the ‘Cats and crossing my fingers!
 
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THE LIBRARYYYYYYYYYYYYY

napoleon dynamite yes GIF


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WestCoastWildcat said:
What will the uni’s be like for this special game opening the new stadium? Would love to win this one after the tough loss last week. Defense has been solid, just need more consistent offense for both halfs.
Go Cats!
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Chip and team seem to make significant half time adjustments as a standard MO...more than we're used to since at least Hank, I think.
 
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Jack Cvercko 27
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(Cats win with a larger margin for Joseph Himon/Joseph Paterno and Aidan Chiles/Rapin' Child, Frank Covey/Frank O'Harris didn't compute, and for anything referring to Sandusky the score ended up being 30 to 60)

Injuries hurt us at key positions, but I still believe we are the slightly better team.
 
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PSU offense is hurting. Their running and passing game are mediocre at best. They are about as good as Colorado. I think we can keep them out if the end zone.

Penn State has a stout defense but their d-line is not as good as Indiana. We should be able to run on them. Chiles will not be as hurried and we have too many weapons for them to stop it all.

This will be a loud and lively crowd and probably the biggest pro-NU crowd our players have seen. If the hype doesn’t get to them, the players will be so psyched. I expect a big win.

PSU 9
NU 33
 
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JustGary said:
PSU offense is hurting. Their running and passing game are mediocre at best. They are about as good as Colorado. I think we can keep them out if the end zone.

Penn State has a stout defense but their d-line is not as good as Indiana. We should be able to run on them. Chiles will not be as hurried and we have too many weapons for them to stop it all.

This will be a loud and lively crowd and probably the biggest pro-NU crowd our players have seen. If the hype doesn’t get to them, the players will be so psyched. I expect a big win.

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NU 33
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Isn’t psu best wr hurt as well? Out for this game I hear
 
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Cats are coming off a come from behind near miss on the road against the defending national champion.
The Lions are coming off a blown 17 point lead at home to a probable second tier team.

Cats are playing in their long anticipated new digs before what should be a very supportive sellout crowd.

PSU’s QB fell apart in his first B1G start while NU’s came back and torched maybe the best defense in the B1G in his last half.

The Cats have a hospital ward’s worth of injured players, but I bet some of them play.

The first quarter decides this game. PSU is fighting for its life, and a quick start for the Cats buries them. If the Lions survive the first quarter, I think they win.

I expect the Cats to start strong. PSU has to account for all the players who have made a difference for NU so far leaving Komalafe to have a big game.

NU 34
PSU 17.
 
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eddie_gocats said:
I expect us to win since we have the better qb and we always score in 4 straight drives in the second half…

But I wouldn’t be surprised if we lose since this is another nationally televised game which seems to be our kryptonite. Have the can’t handle the bright lights syndrome.

Cats 38 - PSU 16
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eastbaycat99 said:
Cats are coming off a come from behind near miss on the road against the defending national champion.
The Lions are coming off a blown 17 point lead at home to a probable second tier team.

Cats are playing in their long anticipated new digs before what should be a very supportive sellout crowd.

PSU’s QB fell apart in his first B1G start while NU’s came back and torched maybe the best defense in the B1G in his last half.

The Cats have a hospital ward’s worth of injured players, but I bet some of them play.

The first quarter decides this game. PSU is fighting for its life, and a quick start for the Cats buries them. If the Lions survive the first quarter, I think they win.

I expect the Cats to start strong. PSU has to account for all the players who have made a difference for NU so far leaving Komalafe to have a big game.

NU 34
PSU 17.
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Kudos to you.
 
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