Running clinic. This is why MVFC doesn’t think too much of big sky. They are physical.

correct. Was short of line to gain.

Totally agree.

Too easy. Great SDSU blocking and no defensive penetration. No one touching the runner until 8 yards downfield.

Ags Gonna need to score multiple TDS to have a chance. They are gashing us up the middle.

Glad they converted the gift. Now need a couple more turnovers and stiff D.

Unnecessary and ticky-tack.

yah, a dink pass to a tight end or back is usually effective.

I know I am sounding like a stuck record but Rodrigues would have had the qb draw first down and they just need him in there to have any chance.

Slide was early.

yes, overcompensating to middle on defense.

Letting them get edge.

Ok. please put in Rodrigues-they are starting to pressure qb. Need quick feet.

Ok. Experiment done. Now put in Rodrigues.

Bad pass on first down halted that drive.

what did Rodrigues ever do to Hawkins? Big mistake not to start with Rodrigues especially with the need to run today.

Specials teams, defense, and running game will be at premium given the weather (wind) today.

Wonder if they are going to use Thorpe more in a split out position now with both Harrell and Vaughn out? Those two were physically bigger and Crawford and Hutton are on the small side. I think some tight end action downfield may be important. Maybe Chaz Davis will see more action and step up at wide receiver.

One would like to think that all players would play their best with complete buy-in with whatever QB the staff goes with - a “professional” approach. However they are human beings with emotions and relationships between each other. I obviously do not know how extensive the alleged feelings were, but it is not a good sign if players are not all in with the QB decision. QB is a real leadership position whether the QB has a more rah-rah or more understated style. So next to coaches, I believe QB is most important with respect to player buy-in.

I think the coaches approach was to let MH play and develop and not make another switch unless things went further south - and erred to sticking with him rather than “error” by switching back to quickly. The press conference were very sIlent and even obtuse on the situation “heroes journey” and such. I can understand why press conferences are guarded - hope that teams discussions are well articulated.

Playoff Selection committee included Montana AD. Would be interested in seeing a list of all selection committee members and their position and affiliation. Saw that Robby Hauck made first team Big Sky. I am sure there was no bias/politicking with that. During the press conference Hawkins did not seem too pleased with how the all-conference selection process goes.