Comments on: UNC 31 ECU 17

By: Andy In Omaha

Andy In Omaha — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:05:32 +0000

ECU was better than I expected; they have some speed on offense and some guys that can make plays. This team should be in the hunt for the CUSA title and make a bowl game.
With that being said, I think UNC is in good shape for the matchup against Tech in Atlanta. The triple option fools no one anymore, plus UNC’s defense is pretty difficult to run side-to-side against. Tech also lacks a passing game, and their offense makes it difficult to mount a comeback. If UNC goes up early, Tech can be in some real trouble.
Defensively, the Jackets are atrocious; they weren’t able to get any pressure on QB’s for Clemson or Miami. That could play into the hands of an offensive line that needs to improve a little bit. If TJ Yates has adequate time, he’ll find the receiver and gash them for yards.
No doubt the environment will be hostile; Tech is always tough to play on the road, but I think a UNC wins this game….provided they don’t play like they did at UConn.

By: Tar Heel Fan

Tar Heel Fan — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:48:17 +0000

If we are talking about the late TD drive by ECU that had something to do with fatigue and the fact ECU went no huddle with a lot of quick plays. The Heels got a little flat footed but came back to take care of business on the next Pirate series. UNC still dominated the game and let’s not forget, ECU has a very good offense so some push back was expected as opposed to what we saw versus UConn.

By: LarryP

LarryP — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:37:56 +0000

Last year the defense would have allowed the other team back into the game in the fourth quarter. Not this time. Their final play signified a new defensive mindset, sacking Pinckney on fourth down. They may be bending a bit HP, but at least they’re getting to the QB much more than last year.
Santiago, tell your ECU friend to check out the game stats to see who was dominant. And you can add another dig by reminding him that Ron Cherry officiated the national championship game last season.

By: Santiago

Santiago — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:58:35 +0000

I’ve already heard at least ECU-fan friend of mine blame the loss on the officiating. One last time, a little brother wouldn’t do that, but a short man would.

Own a loss and act like you’ve been here before for cryin’ out loud. It’s these people who make me (a Pirate born, but a Tar Heel bred) want to root against ECU from time to time (and every time they play the ‘Heels).

By: Heels Perspective

Heels Perspective — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:14:31 +0000

Much being made of a Ron Cherry bad call! I’m shocked this has happened. The “roughing the passer” call benefitting the Heels was bad. However, equally bad was a “roughing the passer” call on Sturdivant in the 1st half that gave ECU 15 additional yards to set them up for a score as well.

ECU and Pack fan will argue about this, but the fact is that UNC didn’t even need to score in the second half to win the game so arguing over a bad Ron Cherry call is wasting your breath.

Positives for the Heels were certainly the offensive production and the discipline of the patchwork O-line. (Only one false start and that was early in the game). The FR recievers are looking better and better. Dwight Jones will have his work cut out to get on the field in my opinion.

There was little glimpse of “bend but don’t break” defense by the Heels but ECU has a good QB and talent around him so overall a great job.

Good points THF about the kicking game. It wouldn’t shock me to see Butch have to start recruiting a place kicker if the Heels aren’t a threat beyong a 30 yd FG. Schallock has the ability and you can see it in the warmups……..just needs to bring it to game time.