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<blockquote data-quote="strong90" data-source="post: 177347" data-attributes="member: 2326"><p>If this has already been specifically discussed, sorry I missed it. </p><p></p><p>My only concern about this game is that ND has faced bigger, faster, more physical teams (and found a way to win), while we haven't had to rise to play at the same level of competition. I'm worried that it makes them more prepared.</p><p></p><p>On the other hand, there is an argument that facing weaker teams works in our favor: we will be well-rested; coaches could begin practice preps for ND two weeks ago; and we're not yet "banged up" with injuries. </p><p></p><p>Many times we've seen our guys surprise the opposition with team speed on our first offense series. It's exciting to see and fun to hear from the other team in post-game interviews! Last year, as the season progressed, we began to control the line of scrimmage but not so much early in the season. Will that advantage go to the bad guys this time? From the start, they will likely have better awareness/appreciation of the speed of the game, know what it really takes to get push on the line of scrimmage, experienced the impact of missed assignments or miscues (even by a step), and overcome adversity. </p><p></p><p>Seem to recall a handicapping methodology that purports a team often performs poorly in the week following a "tough game". Maybe so, but I think that would have more effect in middle or late season when legs are tired and everyone has a nagging injury.</p><p></p><p>Ugh. Can you guys make me feel better about our lack of experience at a higher level of competition? Thanks!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="strong90, post: 177347, member: 2326"] If this has already been specifically discussed, sorry I missed it. My only concern about this game is that ND has faced bigger, faster, more physical teams (and found a way to win), while we haven't had to rise to play at the same level of competition. I'm worried that it makes them more prepared. On the other hand, there is an argument that facing weaker teams works in our favor: we will be well-rested; coaches could begin practice preps for ND two weeks ago; and we're not yet "banged up" with injuries. Many times we've seen our guys surprise the opposition with team speed on our first offense series. It's exciting to see and fun to hear from the other team in post-game interviews! Last year, as the season progressed, we began to control the line of scrimmage but not so much early in the season. Will that advantage go to the bad guys this time? From the start, they will likely have better awareness/appreciation of the speed of the game, know what it really takes to get push on the line of scrimmage, experienced the impact of missed assignments or miscues (even by a step), and overcome adversity. Seem to recall a handicapping methodology that purports a team often performs poorly in the week following a "tough game". Maybe so, but I think that would have more effect in middle or late season when legs are tired and everyone has a nagging injury. Ugh. Can you guys make me feel better about our lack of experience at a higher level of competition? Thanks! [/QUOTE]
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