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Post by bobgreen on Dec 9, 2023 16:40:15 GMT -6
Duke plays a 4-2-5 defense with linebacker Tre Freeman the leading tackler with 97. We are #21 in the nation in scoring defense (Troy is #10).
Our defensive line is strong inside and outside. DT DeWayne Carter and Jamion Franklin lead the way inside with edge rusher RJ Oben being the star on the outside.
Secondary is beat up with injuries but Duke fans are optimistic the time off will allow guys to heal. Myles Jones, at 6’4”, is a big talented cornerback who has been unavailable multiple games. If he is back, it really helps. Safety Terry Moore is another injured player we hope is back.
Duke was Top 5 in scoring defense until injuries mounted plus we gave up 47 points to Carolina in a double overtime game.
Thanks for letting me talk (type) about my Blue Devils. Standing by for questions.
I will counter the 47-10 prediction above with 27-17 Duke victory prediction.
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Post by Trojan By Birth on Dec 9, 2023 16:50:25 GMT -6
I'm going to put this game somewhere around 13-10 Troy.
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Post by skeletor on Dec 9, 2023 17:09:44 GMT -6
I think it'll be a low scoring game for sure. I'd say 20-17 Troy
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Post by cornhole on Dec 12, 2023 1:18:39 GMT -6
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Post by Troy_Fan_15 on Dec 12, 2023 8:56:12 GMT -6
I mean aren’t we in a similar situation. Won’t GG most likely join JS at Tulane?
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Post by cardinalblacktrojan on Dec 12, 2023 9:02:35 GMT -6
I mean aren’t we in a similar situation. Won’t GG most likely join JS at Tulane? I'd say so... unless he becomes the head coach. And I'm sure that's being mulled over right now.
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Post by AUGTrojan on Dec 12, 2023 11:53:22 GMT -6
I mean aren’t we in a similar situation. Won’t GG most likely join JS at Tulane? I'd say so... unless he becomes the head coach. And I'm sure that's being mulled over right now. Do you all have some intel suggesting Shiel Wood is on the move? I mean he was on XHCJS first Troy staff.
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Post by Mr E 205 Legion on Dec 12, 2023 12:08:27 GMT -6
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 20:17:16 GMT -6
JICYMI- Shiel Wood and several others were booted by Sumrall yesterday for funneling recruits and current Tulane Players to Houston.
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 20:22:41 GMT -6
Our Trojans will man up! I'm sensing a resolve among our (remaining) staff and student-athletes "We've come this far in two years, Nuthin's gonna stop us now!!
Men of Troy 48- Dukies < less!!
Whoop!!
LET'S GOOOOO!!!!
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 21:30:33 GMT -6
I'm going to put this game somewhere around 13-10 Troy. Let's GOOOO!
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 21:31:05 GMT -6
I think it'll be a low scoring game for sure. I'd say 20-17 Troy Let's GOOOOO!
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 21:31:35 GMT -6
I mean aren’t we in a similar situation. Won’t GG most likely join JS at Tulane? Let's GOOOO!
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Post by cornhole on Dec 13, 2023 22:29:30 GMT -6
More scoop by joshboutwell: Gasparato and his staff are eager to keep their Trojans focused on the task at hand. “For us, our big focus has always been on the players and it will continue to be that way,” he emphasized. “I know there are a lot of unknowns at this point but we have addressed the team and made them realize that this is a reward for the season they’ve had and not for anything else. They also have a chance to be a part of history and do something that no one has ever done – not only here but in the entire Sun Belt – and beat a Power 5 team in a bowl game.” Read more at: www.troymessenger.com/2023/12/12/gasparato-keeping-trojans-focused-on-finishing-strong/Let's GOOO!
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Post by trojanmatt on Dec 14, 2023 11:23:43 GMT -6
After we win is there a place in downtown that Troy will celebrate or just back to tailgaiting?
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Post by Trojan By Birth on Dec 14, 2023 11:24:25 GMT -6
After we win is there a place in downtown that Troy will celebrate or just back to tailgaiting? ^This is the best question of the day.
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Post by Trojan By Birth on Dec 14, 2023 11:29:49 GMT -6
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Post by Hemi Man on Dec 14, 2023 11:31:16 GMT -6
After we win is there a place in downtown that Troy will celebrate or just back to tailgaiting? ^This is the best question of the day. I think there are some places close by we could use for a celebrating.
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Post by Troy_Fan_15 on Dec 14, 2023 11:31:34 GMT -6
I just saved the second one and will be uploading if...when....if... we win.
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Post by joshboutwell on Dec 14, 2023 12:48:20 GMT -6
That first one is nightmare fuel.
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Post by trojanhorse12 on Dec 14, 2023 13:43:03 GMT -6
After we win is there a place in downtown that Troy will celebrate or just back to tailgaiting? Mugshots bar and grill is right across the street. There is also a sports bar in the bottom of the Westin right across the street. Maybe two miles away in lakeview there is a Moes BBQ as well. Plenty of places to crush a cold beer after we conquer the blue devils.
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Post by fltrojan on Dec 15, 2023 8:19:56 GMT -6
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Post by pctrojan16 on Dec 15, 2023 10:12:39 GMT -6
TBH idc who does and does not play. We win this and it momentum for recruiting, into spring and next season. Its beneficial
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Post by Trojan By Birth on Dec 15, 2023 10:16:19 GMT -6
TBH idc who does and does not play. We win this and it momentum for recruiting, into spring and next season. Its beneficial Duke is 2-0 against us. I want this win. I go on winsipedia and I look at teams and our record against them. I want Troy to have a winning record against everybody.
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Post by bobgreen on Dec 15, 2023 16:20:29 GMT -6
Time will tell but I do not believe the linked article is accurate. Riley Leonard will NOT play due to recovering from surgery. However, in a recent interview, AD Nina King stated: ”All available players, including those in the portal, will play in the bowl game.”
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