Colorado Buffaloes and Defense: Like Oil and Vinegar
by Dr. Charley West on Sep 29, 2009 10:41 AM EDT
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PrintColorado has broken triple digits in most every defensive statistical category, and in this case, more is not better. This is a Buffalo squad that ranks 101st in total defense, 103rd in passing defense, and 100th in rushing defense. As you'll notice, they're very consistent -- consistently awful. They are 77th in scoring defense, however, which I guess is their own little sad version of "bend, don't break."
As further proof, here is the animated drive-chart for the Colorado vs. Toledo game from earlier this season. If you're wondering how that game turned out without going through the drive-chart, Toledo is still scoring...more than two weeks later. Yes, it was ugly.
This also might give everyone a quick clue on why the Mountaineers are 18 point favorites this Thursday night. And honestly, I don't see why it's not more.
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Why are we playing 2 FCS teams this year?
College football should be like English futbol. Teams that are horrible should get relegated to the FCS level. Colorado would be in dangerous territory after this season.
by 5th Year Senior on Sep 29, 2009 10:52 AM EDT reply actions
I love the Premier League!
clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap CHELSEA
by 5th Year Senior on Sep 29, 2009 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions
Eff you
Yes the Buffs are bad in 2009 – and have been since 2006 – but we won a NC, had a Heisman winner, several Top 10 finishes, etc. in the last 20 years. You don’t “relegate” teams like that (except Newcastle). Don’t disrespect the Buffs, who beat you a year ago.
Good point on Newcastle....
…such a shame. And that was a split national championship. And we’ve had just as many Top 20 finishes since 1980. I am not disrespecting you though. You are right, you beat us last year. But with 3 points after the first quarter. Really, you can’t feel too strong about that. Anyway, may everyone emerge from the game healthy, and may the best team win.
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