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UConn is going Bowling > Wasabi Fenway Bowl v. Army (Saturday 12/27/25 @2:15 on ESPN)

Probably not a lot of action on it right now to drive a move on the line.

To me this feels like a game that betters might want to stay away from. Army is a ball-control team, so not a ton of possessions to build and hold a 10 point lead on... and lots of questions around UConn with a different head coach, and some question marks with a couple of linemen as well as the QB missing. Until there's more clarity on the UConn game roster, I can't imagine this is a fun one for folks (outside of UConn fans) to feel good taking a shot at.
 
ScottVib said:
Probably not a lot of action on it right now to drive a move on the line.

To me this feels like a game that betters might want to stay away from. Army is a ball-control team, so not a ton of possessions to build and hold a 10 point lead on... and lots of questions around UConn with a different head coach, and some question marks with a couple of linemen as well as the QB missing. Until there's more clarity on the UConn game roster, I can't imagine this is a fun one for folks (outside of UConn fans) to feel good taking a shot at.
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Agreed, except the coaches are the same from the standpoint of most minute to minute decisions. Gotta think that Sammis was influential on whether or not to go for it anyway, so having that decision now his alone is probably not much different. I think the issue of who is playing is the question and that card is being held closely to the vest. With the receivers and running backs UConn has it pretty much comes down to the OL. I would love to see Farrar or Nick under center if the OL starters play.Of course if JF had a last minute change of heart that would be fun too.
 
A Fenway Bowl loss will take (almost) nothing away from a turnaround season that none of us expected. It will hurt.......we all are hoping to get to the "magic" ten with a full compliment of players. But that's not how it works in today's environment.

So be it. Should we win.............well done, boys. Should we lose...........well done, boys........ for a great season. You should be proud for having represented our (mine, too) university with class and dignity. We'll remember your dedication forever.

UConn '74
 
ScottVib said:
Probably not a lot of action on it right now to drive a move on the line.

To me this feels like a game that betters might want to stay away from. Army is a ball-control team, so not a ton of possessions to build and hold a 10 point lead on... and lots of questions around UConn with a different head coach, and some question marks with a couple of linemen as well as the QB missing. Until there's more clarity on the UConn game roster, I can't imagine this is a fun one for folks (outside of UConn fans) to feel good taking a shot at.
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When we heard all those rumors about players opting out/going to the portal….I couldn’t disagree with the line. The line moved to 10 when it was thought that Joe, Bell, Cam, multiple OLs and TEs and multiple defensive starters were skipping the game. Since it moved to 10, we have learned that Bell and Cam are playing…along with the entire defense. Coaching staff minus Mora is also completely intact for this game.

Yes…the QB situation is a complete unknown…but they aren’t facing the 85 Bears. Farrar just has to be a game manager. With his running skills…and Cam…and Mel…and Victor…they can just play Army’s game of ball control and mix in a few Bell passes.

Most importantly…the entire defense will be available…and they have faced similar offenses…and they have had time to practice defending the option.

It will be interesting to see if the line drops more before the game.
 
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Hoophound said:
For guys like Evers that have a lot of physical talent and were highly rated in the past, it might be better for NIL negotiations to stay off the field and sell suitors the potential and development over the last few years at UConn. If he gets on the field and looks awful, bye bye paycheck.
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He needs to show progress from when we last saw him to prove he is coachable and has the ability to improve. Otherwise the tape on him is mediocre at best. Whether he portals or not. Candle will be at the game and can see firsthand those improvements, assuming he has made some...
 
Viet Vet said:
A Fenway Bowl loss will take (almost) nothing away from a turnaround season that none of us expected. It will hurt.......we all are hoping to get to the "magic" ten with a full compliment of players. But that's not how it works in today's environment.

So be it. Should we win.............well done, boys. Should we lose...........well done, boys........ for a great season. You should be proud for having represented our (mine, too) university with class and dignity. We'll remember your dedication forever.

UConn '74
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For once I agree with you. It’s not a referendum on the season.
 
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JohnFSilver said:
Probably browl game presser. Friday afternoon is typically the time. The bowl mandates availability of coaches. From a strategic perspective, I doubt the school wants a press conference with someone who isn't part of the team Dec. 27 evening . Kind of silly.

I am sure candle is overseeing what's happening just from a management scenario and talking to players here. I would hope so at least. Then, identifying coaches who stay through the transition.

This is beyond bizarre though. Wonder if any positions coaches would stay.
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Im sure some would. Lower food chain guys. If im candle i make a big showing at the game and if we do well id be the 2nd or 3rd person who shakes sammis's hand afterwards.
 
Windham4th said:
If people are betting on these meaningless bowl games, its time to take a long hard look in the mirror.
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Went to college with a person with a who had a real gambling problem, he was betting on spring training baseball and later AAA baseball.

The bowls though close to obsolete will linger due to betting. ESPN is showing odds on every game from Draft Kings. They both need these games to generate revenue.
 
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HartfordHank said:
Went to college with a person with a who had a real gambling problem, he was betting on spring training baseball and later AAA baseball.

The bowls though close to obsolete will linger due to betting. ESPN is showing odds on every game from Draft Kings. They both need these games to generate revenue.
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That's why I don't watch ESPN any more. Only if they are broadcasting a game i want to see.
 
HartfordHank said:
Went to college with a person with a who had a real gambling problem, he was betting on spring training baseball and later AAA baseball.

The bowls though close to obsolete will linger due to betting. ESPN is showing odds on every game from Draft Kings. They both need these games to generate revenue.
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I am tainted as I know someone who lost everything because of it. It has been my experience that it seems that friends who can least afford to lose money are the ones who gamble it away.
 
buddy said:
I am tainted as I know someone who lost everything because of it. It has been my experience that it seems that friends who can least afford to lose money are the ones who gamble it away.
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Maybe they’re afraid to get hurt
 
buddy said:
I thought it was because he is afraid he might get hurt.
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He’s not afraid to get hurt. He’s more afraid to give the NFL scouts more film to pick apart his game. Throwing a few seconds late to receivers, accuracy issues……….
 
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