Carroll at Cp

[Boilerup]

Cp 28

Carroll 27

special teams a big ? mark after watching dropped balls on punts by CP!  Both teams have really good and intelligent QBs

CP runs so many formations and will try to speed the game up , hard for defenders to adjust quickly. I am sure Carrol will be ready defensively! 
Being at Home will help CP! Long bus rides suck a lot of wind out your sail ! 
I think it will still be tight!  Playoff football, nothing like it!
 
 

 

[BTF]

1 hour ago, temptation said:

Your keyboard must have the numbers mixed up or in some sort of a random order.

Look, Westfield has a nice football program, no one is saying they don't. But a Crown Point they are not. 

[temptation]

18 minutes ago, BTF said:

Look, Westfield has a nice football program, no one is saying they don't. But a Crown Point they are not. 

Ok, now I know you are trolling.

[BTF]

10 minutes ago, temptation said:

Ok, now I know you are trolling.

You are correct. 

In all seriousness. If Crown Point is looking forward to Westfield, even a little bit, they'll be cleaning out there lockers Saturday morning. If Westfield is looking forward to a rematch with Crown Point, they'll be cleaning out their lockers Saturday morning. I'm predicting the Westfield/Crown Point rematch. It's really hard to say which team is #2 and whch is #3, but I like CP in the #2 position........ Buzea is the real deal. Westfield is going to be jacked up wanting to avenge their semi-state loss the year before and where this game is played will have no bearing, the best team will win. I'm still taking Crown Point, and that's not a 'northern bias' pick. It's an 'I think true north is going to win for the third year in a row' pick. Good luck to all four teams. Wouldn't hurt my feelings to see Carroll take on Fishers a week from Friday night. 

Edited November 15, 2024 by BTF

[Boilernation]

2 hours ago, BTF said:

You are correct. 

In all seriousness. If Crown Point is looking forward to Westfield, even a little bit, they'll be cleaning out there lockers Saturday morning. If Westfield is looking forward to a rematch with Crown Point, they'll be cleaning out their lockers Saturday morning. I'm predicting the Westfield/Crown Point rematch. It's really hard to say which team is #2 and whch is #3, but I like CP in the #2 position........ Buzea is the real deal. Westfield is going to be jacked up wanting to avenge their semi-state loss the year before and where this game is played will have no bearing, the best team will win. I'm still taking Crown Point, and that's not a 'northern bias' pick. It's an 'I think true north is going to win for the third year in a row' pick. Good luck to all four teams. Wouldn't hurt my feelings to see Carroll take on Fishers a week from Friday night. 

I would probably take Westfield given homefield advantage and it's not going to be easy to knock them out 2 years in a row. It may benefit Crown Point to play on Saturday in attempt to get as many 'Dog fans down 65 as possible. Westfield has a very large homeside.

[BTF]

8 hours ago, Boilernation said:

I would probably take Westfield given homefield advantage and it's not going to be easy to knock them out 2 years in a row. It may benefit Crown Point to play on Saturday in attempt to get as many 'Dog fans down 65 as possible. Westfield has a very large homeside.

I'm just not sure what to think of these road trips anymore. I keep watching teams getting on a bus, traveling an hour and a half, and coming away with a victory over a pretty good opponant. I don't think the bus trip affects these players as much as I once thought. Carroll tonight is a different story. Two and a half hours on a bus can't be wonderful. I think hosting Carroll was a pretty good scenario for CP rather than traveling two and a half hours to play Snider. Again though, all of us are getting a bit ahead of ourselves. I've seen many times where fans discredit a team and they come out and shock everyone. Fishers vs Carroll anyone?

[GOLDRUSH1985]

14 hours ago, BTF said:

Damn. I really wish Snider took care of business last Friday. They probably have the only defense up north to keep that offense somewhat at bay and I could have seen them in person right here in Fort Wayne. Anyhow, Carroll has an uphill climb. I don't think the long bus trip helps. Either way, Crown Point appears to be the gem of the north this year. I stand by all previous predictions. 

I just don't see it. I think there's a gap between being the 2nd best team in the state vs being the 10th best team in the state. But you're right, Saturday morning would be interesting to say the least. 

BTF, I believe Penn held Elkhart to less yardage than Snider did . CP went through Penn's defense like a hot knife through butter . I honestly believe Snider would suffer the same fate . 

[BTF]

1 hour ago, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

BTF, I believe Penn held Elkhart to less yardage than Snider did . CP went through Penn's defense like a hot knife through butter . I honestly believe Snider would suffer the same fate . 

Not saying they'd beat Crown Point. Just saying they might match up better than Carroll. I guess I trust Snider deep in the playoffs playing unfamiliar opponants more than I do Carroll. That's part of it. 

[CoachMack219]

16 hours ago, Boilernation said:

No. Not at all. They like to run out of jumbo sets and then throw the ball in play action. QB is going to MIami (OH). 2 best receiver's are a 6'4 TE going to Indiana State and a 6'3 TE who is only a Jr. and already has offers from Cincinnati, Illinois, Indiana and a few MAC per 247. He's possibly their best player. Very good at LB as well. 

Spot on assessment! Only thing you could've done to make it SLIGHTLY better is remove the possibly I bolded and italicized. Trevor Gibbs is the best football player on the Bulldogs and in Northwest Indiana. I personally don't think it's a close race either. The kid is a stud on both sides of the ball. 

[Jetackow]

7 hours ago, CoachMack219 said:

Spot on assessment! Only thing you could've done to make it SLIGHTLY better is remove the possibly I bolded and italicized. Trevor Gibbs is the best football player on the Bulldogs and in Northwest Indiana. I personally don't think it's a close race either. The kid is a stud on both sides of the ball. 

Agreed. Out of all the high school 6A football players I’ve watched this year, Trevor Gibbs truly stands out. He is something else—dominating on both sides of the ball like it’s no big deal - at times, it is like he could do it in his sleep. It’s no surprise colleges are all over him; he’s a rare talent. Add his baseball talent into the mix, and the guy’s an all-around powerhouse.

[PDB26]

11 hours ago, BTF said:

I'm just not sure what to think of these road trips anymore. I keep watching teams getting on a bus, traveling an hour and a half, and coming away with a victory over a pretty good opponant. I don't think the bus trip affects these players as much as I once thought. Carroll tonight is a different story. Two and a half hours on a bus can't be wonderful. I think hosting Carroll was a pretty good scenario for CP rather than traveling two and a half hours to play Snider. Again though, all of us are getting a bit ahead of ourselves. I've seen many times where fans discredit a team and they come out and shock everyone. Fishers vs Carroll anyone?

I could see some trouble if they're showing up on a school bus, but there aren't any serious 6A programs that are making that mistake, are there?

[BTF]

31 minutes ago, PDB26 said:

I could see some trouble if they're showing up on a school bus, but there aren't any serious 6A programs that are making that mistake, are there?

I can't speak for Carroll. I can't imagine them taking a yellow bus that far. 

[FastpacedO]

12 hours ago, PDB26 said:

I could see some trouble if they're showing up on a school bus, but there aren't any serious 6A programs that are making that mistake, are there?

I am telling you the only way to travel on these long rides is the "Indian Express"

[psaboy]

Crown Point D looked pretty good to me last night, top 5 in state??

[temptation]

52 minutes ago, psaboy said:

Crown Point D looked pretty good to me last night, top 5 in state??

Possibly.  Let’s revisit in 6 days.

Westfield has averaged 44 points per game since their loss to Brownsburg.

[danomyte]

2 hours ago, temptation said:

Possibly.  Let’s revisit in 6 days.

Westfield has averaged 44 points per game since their loss to Brownsburg.

Last night we saw what we expected, right? CP dominated up front and Carroll exposed the secondary. If Carroll receivers have better hands that game might have had a different outcome. I was impressed with Sullivan's arm, he was throwing 50+ through the air during warm-ups and a couple bombs that receiver's should have caught during the game. They did run that sideline pattern one too many times when it turned into a pick-6. With that being said is there any team that's left with the same pass attack? I'll go back and watch the Westfield game this weekend but nobody has been able to run against CP all season, so you better be able to throw the ball if you want to have a chance.

Two weeks left boys, keep up the great 6a talk. I enjoy reading everyone's opinions, before the game based off what you all were saying I gathered that CP was a 17pt favorite... Good job nailing that one!

Go Dogs!! See you in Westfield! 

[Jetackow]

On 11/11/2024 at 7:33 AM, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

Give me CP 42-21. 

I was at the LN v Brownsburg game and haven’t had a chance to watch any of the CP v Carroll game yet. With post season, anything can happen so I am always hesitant to put any numbers out but you were almost right on with your prediction. I heard that Buzea had 2nd team D play part of third and entire fourth quarter- any truth to this?

On 11/11/2024 at 7:33 AM, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

Give me CP 42-21. 

 

Edited November 16, 2024 by Jetackow

[danomyte]

15 minutes ago, Jetackow said:

I was at the LN v Brownsburg game and haven’t had a chance to watch any of the CP v Carroll game yet. With post season, anything can happen so I am always hesitant to put any numbers out but you were almost right on with your prediction. I heard that Buzea had 2nd team D play part of third and entire fourth quarter- any truth to this?

 

Yes, 2nd team went in after 38-13 lead. The last Carroll TD was against 2nd team D

[FastpacedO]

6 hours ago, danomyte said:

Last night we saw what we expected, right? CP dominated up front and Carroll exposed the secondary. If Carroll receivers have better hands that game might have had a different outcome. I was impressed with Sullivan's arm, he was throwing 50+ through the air during warm-ups and a couple bombs that receiver's should have caught during the game. They did run that sideline pattern one too many times when it turned into a pick-6. With that being said is there any team that's left with the same pass attack? I'll go back and watch the Westfield game this weekend but nobody has been able to run against CP all season, so you better be able to throw the ball if you want to have a chance.

Two weeks left boys, keep up the great 6a talk. I enjoy reading everyone's opinions, before the game based off what you all were saying I gathered that CP was a 17pt favorite... Good job nailing that one!

Go Dogs!! See you in Westfield! 

Westfield and Brownsburg can throw the football . Westfield probably prefers the run more. Brownsburg is more balanced.

center Grove I would say is the better passing team between the other 3 of 4 teams. They have a QB that can throw the football very well.

[FastpacedO]

2 minutes ago, FastpacedO said:

Westfield and Brownsburg can throw the football . Westfield probably prefers the run more. Brownsburg is more balanced.

center Grove I would say is the better passing team between the other 3 of 4 teams. They have a QB that can throw the football very well.

Westfield has thrown for about 1800 yds and run for about 2,370

Brownsburg has thrown for about 2,370 yards and run for about 1,970

Center Grove has thrown for 2,710 yards and run for about 1,610

 

[GOLDRUSH1985]

6 hours ago, danomyte said:

Yes, 2nd team went in after 38-13 lead. The last Carroll TD was against 2nd team D

I don't think (RB) Ellison played the 4th quarter either . 

[danomyte]

22 minutes ago, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

I don't think (RB) Ellison played the 4th quarter either . 

Correct as well, even though it wasn't a running clock they pretty much treated it as so once they went up 38-13

[GOLDRUSH1985]

17 hours ago, danomyte said:

Correct as well, even though it wasn't a running clock they pretty much treated it as so once they went up 38-13

Ellison is a stud. I hope CP gets by Westfield so I can see Ellison indoors . I thought I heard one of the announcers say he had over 200 yards against Carroll .

[Boilernation]

44 minutes ago, GOLDRUSH1985 said:

Ellison is a stud. I hope CP gets by Westfield so I can see Ellison indoors . I thought I heard one of the announcers say he had over 200 yards against Carroll .

He is very patient and great at waiting for his OL to clear a path. 

18 hours ago, danomyte said:

Correct as well, even though it wasn't a running clock they pretty much treated it as so once they went up 38-13

Does CP have a kicking issue? I was surprised they didn't go for the FG to go up 41-13 when they threw the ball on the last 4th down before the 2nd string D came in.

[Jetackow]

13 minutes ago, Boilernation said:

Does CP have a kicking issue? I was surprised they didn't go for the FG to go up 41-13 when they threw the ball on the last 4th down before the 2nd string D came in.

Definitely not a kicking issue. Regular season, Brewer had a perfect FG record. At the Penn game, I believe he had his first missed FG all season.