Coach Bell said last year Eastern Michigan had a program that UMass would like to emulate. Indeed, the Eagles usually go .500 or better, are selected to a bowl game and routinely knock off Power Five teams. And EMU is doing that this year. The Eagles results would certainly make Minutemen fans scalp tingle.
If we had an offense, this year would be a great year to play Boston College...
Today's game is another chance for improvement. The defense has played well and everybody will benefit for more reps.
On offense, we need more production from the QB position. With most opponents playing eight or nine in the box, that means there are a lot of defenders available to stop the short passing game, which is all we have. No turnovers would certainly help. Some long time-eating drives would keep the ball away from EMU. The QB's need to make some positive plays.
I'll be watching and cheering for the Minutemen. Go UMass!
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Mike Traini of "Fight Massachusetts" previews the EMU-Minutemen game.
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The UMass Daily Collegian grades every UMass Football position after the first four weeks.
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The Hampshire Gazette profiles UMass DB Josh Wallace.
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The Sports Chat Place thinks Eastern Michigan will beat the spread.
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Tulane ran their record to 4-1 with an overtime victory against Houston last night. The Green Wave are looking good in 2022. Their 4-1 record includes a road win over Power Five Kansas State.
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