ECU

[WaveProf]

The ESPN algorythym is massively flawed

[tulaneoutlaw]

Sp+ is out. Tulane 6.2, #53. Ecu 3.5, #64. That would project our line somewhere around Tulane -4.5

After ECU's win yesterday, ESPN dropped us to 70.3% chance to win.

ESPN doesn’t know anything. We are significantly more talented than ECU. It’s about making the right plays and not making mistakes

I really doubt we are significantly more talented. More talented, maybe, but we are certainly flawed enough to lose this game by multiple scores if we don't play well.

BTW, just want to point out that sp+ and espn projections aren't the same thing. Sp+ was developed totally independently over a decade ago and only became part of espn in the last 3 years. Bill connelly developed sp+ and still runs it.

[wavedom]

Tulane opens as a 3 point favorite.

[tulaneoutlaw]

Already down to 2 point favorite

[Radio Wave]

ECU will not be easy but like all Tulane games it's a must win.
Roll Wave

[FW]

Houston is more talented than ECU. Houston's a mess though. ECU should have beaten NC State, but NC State is not the #10 team in the country. I wouldn't be shocked if they lose 3-4 games. ECU can easily beat us and it won't be easy, but our win over K-State on the road is more impressive than ECU losing to NCSU at home.

[purplehaz3]

Tulane favored -2.5…actually pretty bizarre but sounds like easy money. These bookies don’t do a great job covering Tulane games. I’ve made nice money

[PeteRasche]

If we beat ECU we'll be favored in every game the rest of the year except Cincinnati and maybe UCF. And I'll believe we're good enough to beat all those teams (and depending on how we beat them, maybe even the other two as well).

If we lose to ECU the only game we'll definitely be favored in is USF. Maybe Tulsa or Memphis but not guaranteed. And depending on how that game goes, I won't necessarily expect us to win them either.

[tulaneoutlaw]

Early line movement has completely reversed. Back to Tulane -3

[tulaneoutlaw]

If we beat ECU we'll be favored in every game the rest of the year except Cincinnati and maybe UCF. And I'll believe we're good enough to beat all those teams (and depending on how we beat them, maybe even the other two as well).

If we lose to ECU the only game we'll definitely be favored in is USF. Maybe Tulsa or Memphis but not guaranteed. And depending on how that game goes, I won't necessarily expect us to win them either.

We will be favored against Memphis barring a total collapse

[DCGreenie]

The ESPN algorythym is massively flawed

Spelling 'algorithm' this way is humorous heterography or 'eye speak', right?

[Roller]

The ESPN algorythym is massively flawed

Spelling 'algorithm' this way is humorous heterography or 'eye speak', right?

Have you noticed that each "c" in "Pacific Ocean" is pronounced differently?

[DCGreenie]

The ESPN algorythym is massively flawed

Spelling 'algorithm' this way is humorous heterography or 'eye speak', right?

Have you noticed that each "c" in "Pacific Ocean" is pronounced differently?

Not until you pointed it out. It is an idiosyncratic conundrum of the English language......

[WaveProf]

The ESPN algorythym is massively flawed

Spelling 'algorithm' this way is humorous heterography or 'eye speak', right?

I honestly don't know if it was a bad autocorrect of a typo or me typing in a hurry and not realizing what I was typing, but I rarely look (or care about) typos on message boards, so who knows?

[DCGreenie]

Less slack available for an English prof..... But, what the hay -- all of us make mistakes, none of us is human.

[WaveProf]

Less slack available for an English prof..... But, what the hay -- all of us make mistakes, none of us is human.

If getting a PhD in english, and taking Middle English, taught me anything, it's that grammar is entirely subjective and arbitrary

[Roller]

Less slack available for an English prof..... But, what the hay -- all of us make mistakes, none of us is human.

If getting a PhD in english, and taking Middle English, taught me anything, it's that grammar is entirely subjective and arbitrary

And so many people actually believe their fourth grade teacher invented all the rules...

[tjtlja]

Very surprised there is a line given Pratt’s availability. I don’t see us as a favorite in Vegas’ eyes with Horton starting. Not saying it is right or wrong, just an opinion.

[tulaneoutlaw]

Very surprised there is a line given Pratt’s availability. I don’t see us as a favorite in Vegas’ eyes with Horton starting. Not saying it is right or wrong, just an opinion.

Vegas builds the uncertainty of the starter into their line. In their eyes we are roughly a 3 point favorite even with qb up in the air. That could be because they expect Pratt back, think Horton is good, or don't think there is much difference between our qbs given how strong our defense has been.

[TGW8008]

I’m planning on hosting my own tailgate for the first time this weekend. I’ve read the university’s official messaging and directions but still feel unclear on a few things.
Does anyone have and tips on logistics - timing and how to deal with supplies during/after the game?

[DCGreenie]

Less slack available for an English prof..... But, what the hay -- all of us make mistakes, none of us is human.

If getting a PhD in english, and taking Middle English, taught me anything, it's that grammar is entirely subjective and arbitrary

This issue is orthography, not grammar.......

[Marathon Wave]

I’m planning on hosting my own tailgate for the first time this weekend. I’ve read the university’s official messaging and directions but still feel unclear on a few things.
Does anyone have and tips on logistics - timing and how to deal with supplies during/after the game?

Check with the Greenbackers.

[WaveProf]

Less slack available for an English prof..... But, what the hay -- all of us make mistakes, none of us is human.

If getting a PhD in english, and taking Middle English, taught me anything, it's that grammar is entirely subjective and arbitrary

This issue is orthography, not grammar.......

Which, relative to my point, is the same thing. If anything, it fits my point all the more directly.

[Baywave1]

Very surprised there is a line given Pratt’s availability. I don’t see us as a favorite in Vegas’ eyes with Horton starting. Not saying it is right or wrong, just an opinion.

Vegas builds the uncertainty of the starter into their line. In their eyes we are roughly a 3 point favorite even with qb up in the air. That could be because they expect Pratt back, think Horton is good, or don't think there is much difference between our qbs given how strong our defense has been.

Normally not cynical but there is simply not enough money bet on Tulane games to justify taking this off the board because oddsmakers can’t manage the effect of this injury risk.

Vegas includes this game as a courtesy to those customers who want a full menu of action. It doesn’t matter to the Sports books if this spread is wrong. It’s just a blip in their overall business

[1401973]

Ahlers is a tough nut. He has no quit. Tons of experience. We can sack him 12 times and he’s going to get up and go again.
He will throw it deep a bunch.
He will throw some INTs but he will throw TDs.
And ECU can run the ball.

Long story short I think ECU is a big challenge for our D.

They kicked our arse last year.