Thunderhawk
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FSU is favored by 22 points over the Hurricanes. I'm not saying that the bettors / line makers are wrong. Miami could get thumped. But:
1) These games are historically pretty close. There really has only been one blowout in the last decade.
2) Miami plays well in Tallahassee. 3-2 since 2003 with both losses by a combined 7 points.
3) In-state bragging rights - these kids all played high school ball together. They are extra amped for these contests which can mitigate some of the talent disparity.
4) Other than maybe Clemson, FSU has not seen the team speed that UM presents. FSU has been impressive, blowing out all their opponents, but they may be a little caught off guard by facing athletes just as talented as themselves. FSU is deeper and more talented overall but the disparity is not as dramatic as some think.
5) Miami's defense is greatly improved since last year and defense travels. Look out for Tyriq McCord, future LEO.
6) Jameis Winston has looked great but he is still inexperienced and playing in the biggest game of his young career.
7) FSU's Defensive line is terrific but Miami has a very good OL that can pass protect and run block.
Unless Stephen Morris has the game of his life I don't think we can win, but I'll be shocked if we get blown out by three touchdowns.
Oh, and if you haven't seen #8 Duke Johnson play yet you're missing out. He's had fumbling issues this year but he is electric, like De'Anthony Thomas, except he gets it done from the pro-set instead of some gimmicky offense....
Go Canes!
1) These games are historically pretty close. There really has only been one blowout in the last decade.
2) Miami plays well in Tallahassee. 3-2 since 2003 with both losses by a combined 7 points.
3) In-state bragging rights - these kids all played high school ball together. They are extra amped for these contests which can mitigate some of the talent disparity.
4) Other than maybe Clemson, FSU has not seen the team speed that UM presents. FSU has been impressive, blowing out all their opponents, but they may be a little caught off guard by facing athletes just as talented as themselves. FSU is deeper and more talented overall but the disparity is not as dramatic as some think.
5) Miami's defense is greatly improved since last year and defense travels. Look out for Tyriq McCord, future LEO.
6) Jameis Winston has looked great but he is still inexperienced and playing in the biggest game of his young career.
7) FSU's Defensive line is terrific but Miami has a very good OL that can pass protect and run block.
Unless Stephen Morris has the game of his life I don't think we can win, but I'll be shocked if we get blown out by three touchdowns.
Oh, and if you haven't seen #8 Duke Johnson play yet you're missing out. He's had fumbling issues this year but he is electric, like De'Anthony Thomas, except he gets it done from the pro-set instead of some gimmicky offense....
Go Canes!