Well, we were flatly beat by a better team. In particular, next year we need to upgrade the Minutemen defense. The last two years under Whipple and now 2-and-a-half years under Bell we just have not been competitive on defense.
We have had a lot of injuries probably because of being beaten up by the number of Power Five teams we have played, but UMass can't keep going like this. The Minutemen need more speed, size and athleticism on the D-line, line backer and defensive backfield. This needs to be a major priority for next year.
We did have a great Homecoming crowd. The band was excellent. The weather was wonderful. Live in the moment and appreciate what we've got. And keep grinding...
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The Hampshire Gazette says it was tough to stomach. Amen to that.
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BC beat a offense-challenged Virginia Tech Friday night.
Eastern Michigan became bowl eligible earlier in the week.
Coastal Carolina beat Georgia Southern.
UConn had a second bye.
Toledo got beat by Eastern Michigan earlier in the week.
Florida State lost to North Carolina at home.
Liberty's comeback against Ole Miss fell short.
Army beat Air Force in overtime.
New Mexico State lost to Utah State.
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