A Journey in the Wolves Den(NCAA 09)

[Marino]

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The big day is upon us folks. The matchup between Ohio State and USC. Stay with us as Corso and Herbstreit make their picks later in the show.

Big games from last week:

#5 Florida beat Miami last week 28-21.


Washington State defeated Cal 17-3.




It is now time for Corso and Herbstreit's picks of this week.

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Corso/Herbstreit: VT

vs.

Corso/Herbstreit: Oregon

vs.

Corso: Wisconsin Herbstreit: Fresno State

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Corso/Herbstreit: Georgia

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Corso/Herbstreit: Oklahoma

And now for the game of the week:

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Corso: USC Herbstreit: OSU

[Marino]

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Late fumble dooms Wolfpack's upset bid.
"Late fumble as State ran out clock ends Wolfpack's chances"

Clemson, SC- North Carolina State has already had one upset in the state of South Carolina this season, and they were 15 seconds from another. A late fumble from Jamelle Eugene as the Wolfpack attempted to run the clock out was taken all the way back for a touchdown. "Its tough to take. We had them on the ropes but thats college football for you. Sometimes you will have control and sometimes you wont. We just have to go out there next game and bounce back", said coach O' Brien about the tough loss NC State had today.

It was amazing that NC State was even able to come back in the game. The first half was completely dominanted by the Clemson Tigers, who had a 14-6 lead at halftime. NC State really struggled to stop the duo of C.J. Spiller and James Davis.


Although he had a costly fumble, Jamelle Eugene had an excellent game.

NC State began its comeback in the 3rd when Jamelle Eugene broke off a big 40 yard touchdown run to bring the pack with a touchdown of the lead. Then a early field goal and a late TD pass gave State the lead. State's defense had 2 great holds on defense but then the fumble return happened and State did not have a chance to win.

C.J. Spiller racked up 52 yards rushing and 2 rushing touchdowns to earn player of the game honors. But if State would have won those honors would have gone to Jamelle Eugene. Eugene rushed for 147 yards and also had 25 receiving yards and a touchdown.

NC State will have to forget about this tough loss and begin preparing for East Carolina. "We just have to put this game behind us. We can not dwell on bad losses because they could be a cancer for later on if we do", said O'Brien.

Box Score

NCSU(2-0) 3 3 7 9 22

#11 CLEM(2-0) 0 14 7 6 27

Team Stats
NCSU-Clem
First Downs:18-15
Total Offense:348-290
Rushing:146-89
Passing:202-201
Turnovers:4-0
T.O.P.:15:20-12:44

Player Stats
North Carolina State
Daniel Evans 19-29 202yards 1TD 3INT's
Jamelle Eugene 30att 147yards 1TD 1Fum
Donald Bowens 4rec 47yards 1TD
Ray Michel 13 tackles 3TFL

Clemson
Cullen Harper
17-30 201yards 1TD
C.J. Spiller 16att 52yards 2TD's, 3rec 31yards
James Davis 10att 50yards, 5 rec 58yards 1TD
Chris Clemons 8 tackles 1INT 1fumble recovery 1TD

Play of the Game Chris Clemons GW 50 yard fumble return for a touchdown.

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[Marino]

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"Home Sweet Home"

USC defends their home turf as they defeat Ohio State 35-21.

McKnight's big day leads Trojans over Buckeyes.

Stafford's 3 TD game leads Bulldogs over Gamecocks.

Big second half leads Michigan to blowout win over Notre Dame.

Now time for This Week's Picks:

#6at

Corso/Herbstreit: WVU

at

Corso:Iowa Herbstreit:Pitt

#5at #15

Corso:LSU Herbstreit: Auburn

#21at

Corso:Arkansas Herbstreit:Alabama

#4 at #17

Corso/Herbstreit:Tenn

at #23

Corso:WF Herbstreit:FSU

Game Of The Week

#1 at #13

Corso:ASU Herbstreit:Georgia

[ThePebble19]

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How do you plan on using Clem Johnson? I was thinking he was being recruited as a FS, but he can certainly play RB or QB as well. If you get the opportunity, check out youtube for his highlights. He was a good option QB in HS. I used to live right behind the field at his HS...saw him play a few times.

[RAZRr1275]

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I'm following!

[Marino]

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How do you plan on using Clem Johnson? I was thinking he was being recruited as a FS, but he can certainly play RB or QB as well. If you get the opportunity, check out youtube for his highlights. He was a good option QB in HS. I used to live right behind the field at his HS...saw him play a few times.

i actually redshirted him i believe for this season

[Marino]

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I'm following!

thank you for following!

[Marino]

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NC State whoops ECU at home.
"Eugene has another big game leading State to victory."

Raleigh, NC- North Carolina State fans had worried if the team would be able to respond after such a heart breaking lost and it did not take long for those questions to be answered. One of NCSU's biggest rivals were in town today and left felling sad and overwhelmed.

NCSU's defense was all over the field today, not allowing East Carolina to get anything going offensively. ECU was held without a point until a fluke 67 reception by Harris in the 4th quarter.


Jamelle Eugene diving into the endzone.

Jamelle Eugene once again had another big game on the ground for the Wolfpack. He carried the ball 40 times and rushed for 150 yards total and 2 touchdowns. He also had 4 catches for 65 yards as well showing the Pirates that he could really do anything against them.

Daniel Evans had a solid game although he looked shaky at times. He completed 14 of his 21 passes for 248 yards. He had 2 TD passes but also threw a pick.

NC State won this game running away 34-7 and now turn their sights to the University of South Florida. South Florida will be the 3rd ranked team NC State has played this season, as they are ranked #21.

The last time a team was ranked #21, NC State knocked them, that being South Carolina. Tickets are still available and make OS your home for all Wolfpack news and scores.

Box Score

ECU(1-2) 0 0 0 7 7

NCSU(2-1) 3 10 7 14 34

Game Stats
ECU-NCSU
First Downs:4-20
Total Offense:170-381
Rushing:47-133
Passing:123-248
Turnovers:1-1
T.O.P.-8:30-19:34

Player Stats
East Carolina
P. Pinkney 9-16 123 yards 1TD 1INT
D. Lindsey 14 carries 37yards
D. Harris 1rec 67yards 1TD

North Carolina State
Daniel Evans 14-21 248yards 2TD's
Jamelle Eugene 40carries 150yards 2TD's
Andrew Evans 3rec 99yards 2TD's

Play of the Game 66 yard TD reception by Andrew Evans.

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[Marino]

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"Time to Celebrate"

Spirits are high in Auburn as their Tigers beat #5 LSU 45-24.

News and Scores around the country:

Tate's big day leads Auburn over LSU.

Temple shocks the world as they beat PSU in happy valley.

Tebow leads Gators to big win in Knoxville.

VT holds off UNC's upset bid in OT.


Smith leads FSU over blowout win against Wake.

Now time Corso and Herbstreit's weekly picks:

#21at

Corso:NCSU Herbstreit:USF

#19 at #1

Corso/Herbstreit: Georgia

#6 at #16

Corso/Herbstreit: Wisconsin

#13 at

Corso/Herbstreit: Penn State

And now for the Game of the Week:

This week Tennessee will head down south to take on Auburn. Auburn is #1 in points per game with a modest 48.2ppg. Tennessee seems to have their hands full...lets see who Lee and Kirk pick.

#20 at #11

Herbstreit picks....Tennessee

Corso picks...Tennessee


Top Ten in the Nation

1. Georgia(4-0)...Last Week:W 20-17 @ASU

2. Oklahoma(3-0)...Last Week:W 28-16 @Wash

3. Florida(3-0)...Last Week:W 31-10@ Tenn

4. USC(2-0)...Last Week:Bye

5. WVU(3-0)...Last Week:W 27-10 @CU

6. Wisconsin(3-0)...Last Week:Bye

7. Texas(4-0)...Last Week:W 52-17 vs Rice.

8. OSU(3-1)...Last Week:W 64-10 vs Troy.

9. Clem(4-0)...Last Week:W 56-13 vs SCSU.

10. TT(4-0)...Last Week:W 23-10 over FCS E.

Heisman Watch

1. Tim Tebow (Florida)


2. Ben Tate (Auburn)


3. Chris Wells (OSU)


4. Shannon Woods (TT)


5. C.J. Spiller (Clemson)

[Marino]

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NC State Press Conference

After much consideration, North Carolina State AD Kevin Rogers has decided to make a change not only in difficulty level but also in sliders.

NCSU will now play in the All-American difficulty using Jistic's most current sliders.

That is all.


GO WOLFPACK!!!

[Marino]

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Jamelle Eugene Leads Pack over USF.
"NCSU clicking on all cylinders after upset of the Bulls."

AT

Article by: Fonzi..."HEEEEEEY"

Raleigh, NC- North Carolina State has been rolling of recent. They are currently 3-1 at this point in the season and looking to make a fourth win today against South Florida. South Florida was ranked 21st in the nation but did not play as if they were in the first quarter. North Carolina State jumped out to a big 14-0 lead behind rushing touchdowns from Jamelle Eugene and Andre Brown.

South Florida was able to respond however and brought the game back to a 14-14 tie as we entered halftime. "It will always be tough to get wins, it doesn't matter who your opponent is", said O' Brien at halftime.

O'Brien really wanted to get the point across to the defense. They really struggled against the spread attack of South Florida. But when the 3rd quarter came around the defense really stepped up their defense. "It was a group effort out there. We knew they liked to go over the middle and do the QB draw play, so we just sat on those and made them have to get pass us", said senior linebacker Ray Michel. Michel had an outstanding game recording 12 tackles.


Eugene taking option play down sideline.

The Wolfpack managed to take a 24-14 lead into the 4th after a field goal and 10 yard touchdown pass from Daniel Evans to Andrew Evans(no relation). USF had many chances to score in the fourth but only managed to come across with 7 points. North Carolina State ran out the clock and with 15 seconds left in the ball game, got into the endzone once again.

This is the Wolfpack's second victory over a ranked opponent. Next week the Boston College Eagles make the trip down to Raleigh. Tickets are still available.

Box Score

#21 USF(4-0) 0 14 0 7 21

NCSU(3-1) 14 0 10 7 31

Team Stats

USF-----AT-----NCSU
13----First Downs----20
250----Offense----313
27-136-1---Rushing---41-122-3
114-----Passing-----191
0------Turnovers------1
11:08------T.O.P.------16:56

Player Stats
USF
M. Grothe 13 for 18 99yards 1TD
M. Ford 12att 51yards
C. Mitchell 1att 64yards 1TD
T. Johnson 4rec 37yards 1TD

NCSU
D. Evans 13 for 18 165yards 1TD 1INT
J. Eugene 29att 99yards 1TD
A. Brown 12att 57yards 2TD
D. Davis 4rec 57yards

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[RAZRr1275]

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So this is my first try at using photoshop for write-ups...i would like feedback on how to make this better.


Hers an Andrew Evans TD pass




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You know, actually I prefer the old layout over the photoshop one. I just tend to like the text ones more than photoshop but if your sticking with the photoshop then I'd put the score towards to top of the screen and make it bigger, add a background color instead of just leaving the middle white, and making more room for stats.

[stewaat]

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You know, actually I prefer the old layout over the photoshop one. I just tend to like the text ones more than photoshop but if your sticking with the photoshop then I'd put the score towards to top of the screen and make it bigger, add a background color instead of just leaving the middle white, and making more room for stats.

I agree on the old layout.

[callmetaternuts]

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Looks good so far. Congrats on the big wins

[auburntigersfan]

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great job so far, I'm following.