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I think one thing that might not have been considered yet is the interchanging of coaches. By this I mean that even if someone graduates from T or X, that doesn't necessarily mean that they might want to go teach/coach at said school. I'm aware of quite a few coaches from both T and X that "jump ship" and eventually end up at the other school. When this happens, mentalities, schemes, plays get more or less integrated into the other school. I'm not saying it always happens, but if you are taught a certain way then that is how you are going to in turn do the teaching, kinda sub-consciously passing along that info. People from both schools recognize and respect one another's communities enough to realize that ending up at the other might not be as bad as they told us in high school.

I might have dreamed this, but I thought someone said that Duece was still not 100%? That kid's a machine if so, because no Trinity team from the past seven years could have stopped him. I know there were some comments about where some would like him to go, but who is actually shopping for him? Personal opinion, I hope Charlie Weis makes a trip down.

RP- Scoring quickly helps in some situations, but IF the defense gives a large, clock-burning drive, especially late in the game and with the score close, doesn't that potentially give them the advantage? Previous experience and records should be noted, but in all actuallity have nothing to do with the game (i.e. 2003: T 0-4, and X #1). Having only seen the Cincy X game, I have to give a slight edge to the Rocks, mainly because their defense looked flat-out sick! But, only scoring 3 in the first half gives me worries about the O's too, especially considering the historic reputation of X defenses. As always, hoping for a close and injury-free game. Rocks 20-17 on a late stop.:thumb:

Roc- Riverside is right in that no one recently has beaten the Rocks in the months that count. True we may have forfeited the shillelagh for a few years but one of the biggest strengths that Trinity has is that the coaching staff adapts to each group of guys and uses the entire regular season to tailor the team for the playoffs. Whether or not you really think the Rocks will falter this year is one thing, but I doubt the extent of your humility.

I would think the prospect of putting both Will and D.J. in the linebacking core would make any X supporter giddy. I know it scares the crud out of me.

^What are his specs? The last time I saw him was when he was a fifth grader. I'm assuming he's gotten bigger since then

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Riverside- Totally agree with you that 6" 200 lbs is big enough, especially given his other attributes which you listed. I was simply saying that he is not historically as big as other ST. X Backers and if this concerned any of you guys. I know that I would want a kid with his specs. on my team, just wondering if you think he could be put to better use in the secondary as a menacing and tenacious safety (i.e. Brian Urlacher in college). With the D-lines you all put together, the backers aren't always the brick walls of the front 7/8, and against passing teams it might be nice to have someone in the secondary who opposing recievers have their other eye on when coming across the middle.

I could be totally wrong but 6' 200lbs sounds a little small for a St. X backer. That being said I don't question his athletic ability or potential to do well at the position, just wondering if anyone else, especially X supporters, have any objections to him moving?

I can't remember which position he played exactly (H I suppose), but Alex Hennessy was one of the best players for T for the years that he played, and I'm talking offense and defense. I cant exactly compare him to his dad, having never seen Alan play, but Alex had some of the best moves and toughest demeanor of anyone I've ever seen.

He's the one on the right, correct?

Are we saying that Duece has the best chance of being recrutied and playing RB in college? Or that Duece will get more offers overall? If it's the former then I agree he is a better RB recruit. But if it's the latter then I'd say it's equal, just because Timmy can do so much and that might appeal to different types of schools. I'll say it again, comparing the two is tricky becasue they make people miss in different ways. Definitely fun (and menacing at the same time) to watch the two play.

Kentucky Country Day in Louisville has fielded an 8 man team in the past. I don't know if they still do, but I know Trinity had a 7-on-7 with them in the past, and they were extremely competitive with us. I never actually saw them play, but I'd imagine it would be a lot like Arena ball; fast paced and very entertaining. I'm definitely showing my age here, but what is the deal with the multiplier, as in what is it and why is it pushed for so hard?

Comparing Deuce and Tim is like comparing Michael Bush to Reggie Bush. Two totally different running/playing styles. Both play those styles EXTREMELY well, and it will be interesting to see who comes up with the better '08 numbers, but all that being said Tim gets a few more touches (i.e. punts, kick-offs, catches) which I think will be the difference. Sounds biased but I like Tim's chances better

Rocks, but by no more than 10, and sealing it only in the last few minutes.