UteDuke started the topic Getting to and from Allegiant Stadium in the forum Football 1 year, 5 months ago
For those that attended the PAC-12 Championship last year, what did you find to be the best ways to get to and from the stadium? I will be staying in a residential area nearby, so I have been curious if anyone has experience with any of the pay-to-park lots, taking an Uber, or using public transit. Thank you in advance for the help! Go Utes!
UteDuke started the topic Best Analysis of Florida that I've seen in the forum Football 1 year, 8 months ago
This guy does a fantastic in-depth analysis of Florida. He gives an overview of their positions of strength, their weaknesses, past season tendencies, and what to expect for their scheme. Loved his precision and mostly unbiased opinion.
He also goes through Florida’s schedule to predict wins and losses. If you don’t get that far, he does predict…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic You can bring back 1 PAC-12 era Ute to play on this year's team, who is it? in the forum Football 1 year, 8 months ago
If you could choose any Ute player from the PAC-12 era to play for this season only, who would you pick? What position group would shore up or make elite?
With what this team has currently, I’m torn. I would either select Bradlee Anae to provide the utes with a dominant threat off the edge, or Jaylon Johnson to play CB opposite of Phillips. I…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic Utah vs. Oregon: Why I'm Confident in the forum Football 2 years, 5 months ago
My previous post emphasized why I am nervous for this match up. Here is the counterargument. I am hyped for Saturday’s game and believe Utah sets up nicely to get the win. Here are my top reasons to expect a favorable outcome:
1. A dynamic Ute offense the likes of which hasn’t been seen in years. This team is playing with swagger and has talent…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic Utah vs. Oregon: My Top Fears in the forum Football 2 years, 5 months ago
I am pumped to be in the stands for a huge showdown this Saturday! I absolutely believe that if our Utes play their game they can come out with a W. With that said, here are my top fears going into Saturday:
1. The rumors about OL injuries will prove not only true but devastating. The line will regress to early season form and the Oregon DL,…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic OL Injuries for Saturday in the forum Football 2 years, 5 months ago
Where are the rumors of OL injuries from the Arizona game coming from? It seems to be common knowledge that there are some, but I haven’t seen it officially reported anywhere and didn’t notice anyone getting injured in the game. Can someone please shed some light on this for me? Also, do we know who it is that would be out if the injuries are serious?
UteDuke started the topic PAC-12 Championship Contention in the forum Football 2 years, 6 months ago
We’re 4 weeks from the end of the season and I’ve been intrigued by how the division races have been shaking out. I did my best to map it out clearly, including only the teams that I felt have a reasonable shot at contention. Here is a brief overview of what I’m seeing:
South:
1. Utah
Conf. record: 4-1
Tie breaker wins: ASU, UCLA, USC
Tie…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic Need great Utah facts! in the forum Football 3 years, 11 months ago
My brother has been experiencing a lot of smack from his buddies who are Oregon fans and has asked me to get him some good material to defend the team. I thought I’d throw it out here and see if any of you would be willing to help me out.
He specifically asked for the video that they play at the beginning of games about how tough it is to play in…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic Utah's chances aside, the potential for the greatest CFP play-in ever is awesome in the forum Football 4 years, 5 months ago
The way the playoff race is shaping up this could be the greatest CFP play-in for years to come. Think about how this sets up for each division:
SEC: #1 LSU vs. #4 Georgia
BIG10: #2 Ohio St. vs. #8 Minnisota
PAC12: #6 Oregon vs. #7 Utah
Big12: #10 Oklahoma vs. #13 Baylor
ACC: #3 Clemson…
I know there will undoubtedly be some shifts in…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic You can pick one player on another team to make a nonfactor, who is it? in the forum Football 4 years, 9 months ago
I think this is what @UtMtBiker was getting at with his question, and in the context of watching PAC12 Media Days it got me thinking. There are a lot of talented players in the conference and on the schedule in general that can swing games. N’Keal Harry’s performance against us last year being a prime example.
So, if you get to pick one player to…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic If you could pick any PAC12 era Ute to have on this team, who would you pick? in the forum Football 4 years, 9 months ago
The rule for this hypothetical is that the player you pick would play like they did here, so selecting Bolles implies that he is again a raw talent, not an NFL starter. Also, the player is only retained for this year, so you need not consider future seasons in making your pick.
Personally, I’m picking Matt Gay or Isaac Asiata. The kicking game…[Read more]
UteDuke started the topic So tired of all the ire toward this game being scheduled and who should play in the forum Football 5 years, 5 months ago
I am as excited as any that we will be playing in the conference championship game in two weeks, but I am really surprised at all the complaints concerning this game and whether or not the starters should play. Does everyone serious not realize how PERFECTLY this has all set up? Consider these points:
1. Having sheduled this game at the end of…[Read more]
UteDuke replied to the topic Noticed Simpkins has changed his jersey number from 17 to 3 in the forum Football 5 years, 8 months ago
I like it, I think it is a good recruiting selling point if they market it right. Also, if it means Simpkins steps up his game to be as important to the team as the other two then it will symbolize a huge step in Utah football.
UteDuke replied to the topic Francis Bernard with Utah in the forum Football 5 years, 8 months ago
Very exciting news! Now, realistically, what are the chances that he is able to contribute meaningfully this season? Is it too much to ask that he come in and compete right away?
UteDuke replied to the topic Which SPECIAL special teams play will we see FIRST this season? in the forum Football 5 years, 9 months ago
If I’m not mistaken, Covey is listed as the back up holder for field goals. If this is the case, I expect at some point a fake field goal attempt that makes use of his special talents.
UteDuke replied to the topic A Utah football hypothetical in the forum Football 5 years, 9 months ago
I considered that as well. I might pick Isaac Asiata over Bolles just for the sake of consistency and avoiding those troubling penalties.
UteDuke replied to the topic A Utah football hypothetical in the forum Football 5 years, 9 months ago
I hadn’t thought of Dunn! That is saying something too, as I was at the Cal game when he ran back the two 100 yard returns and it has been one of my favorite Utah football experiences to witness in person.
A special teams unit with Gay, Wishnowski, Covey, and Dunn would be otherworldly. (Although it might be anyways if all works out)
UteDuke replied to the topic Utah really has had some dynamic returners. in the forum Football 5 years, 10 months ago
We have. Boobie took it to the house at least once (against Colorado). There may be others that I’ve forgotten as well.
UteDuke replied to the topic Francis Bernard in the forum Football 5 years, 11 months ago
Assuming he does qualify and play, I have it as Hansen, Thompson, Barton, and Bernard as our LB corps. Is there anyone else that we should expect to contribute at the position? What about guys like Lloyd?
UteDuke started the topic I have a friend who is interested in going to the Utah volleyball game this week in the forum Other Ute Sports 6 years, 6 months ago
And I plan on trying to get tickets to go. I’ve never been to a Ute volleyball game though, and admittedly don’t know much about the team.
Can anyone help me out with tips on how best to go about it? I noticed that they sell tickets for general admission and reserved floor seats, how significant is the difference? Finally, any good info on the…[Read more]