It's going to be a challenging game. PSU has to play solid, mistake-free football. They can't let WVU get momentum from turnovers and mistakes. It could go downhill very quickly. PSU should prevail by just taking care of business. But the first game is usually a crapshoot. Anything can happen.
I commented this same comment when Zach came on Paul's show but he continues to ask for WVUs "path to victory", knowing most people won't break down an entire path to victory. Well, I did... WVU’s offensive line is a key asset in this matchup. Athlon currently has them ranked #13 in the nation. Yet, he seemed to overlook that. Their ability to consistently create good push at the line of scrimmage can open up running lanes for the talented backs and Garrett Greene, allowing WVU to establish a rushing attack. Simple advantage for WVU... In 2023, the only team that ran for more yards against PSU than WVU was Michigan. When WVU played them, Jahiem White didn't have a single carry! He ended the year only playing 5 games, averaging 168.4 yards per game and 7.7 YPC. I expect him to tip the scale this year. By consistently gaining 3-8 yards per carry, WVU can control the tempo of the game, wear down Penn State's defensive front, and keep their offense off the field. This strategy not only chews up the clock but also sets up manageable third downs, increasing the likelihood of sustained drives. This also provide rest for WVU's defense, allowing them to stay fresh for the times where they do have to face a talented offense. Now let's talk about Garrett Greene. While Allar can definitely throw a more accurate ball, Garrett Greene's competitiveness, energy, and "dawg" mentality sets him apart. The dude takes and delivers hits (yes, not always good) and can get his team and the crowd fired up. I've seen few WVU players in history that can do that like him. If you don't think this isn't an extremely valuable asset, you don't know college ball. Let's not forget this is game 1 in a sold out Mountaineer Field. Not only is GG a dawg but his ability to make plays with both his arm and legs adds a dynamic element to the offense. By mixing in play-action passes, deep balls, and the and quarterback keepers, WVU can keep Penn State’s defense guessing and prevent them from keying solely on the run. Garrett Greene is a very talented deep threat passer as well. 2-3 deep completions that lead to points would be huge for WVUs offense. Playing at home provides WVU with a significant boost. The home crowd can create a hostile environment for Penn State, especially considering their new coordinators on both sides of the ball. Communication issues and the pressure of a loud, energetic crowd are bound to lead to mistakes and miscommunications for Penn State's coordinators. Penn State's transition to new offensive and defensive coordinators is certainly a vulnerability. The first game on the road is a tough test for any new coaching staff. WVU can exploit any lack of cohesion or adjustment issues by applying consistent pressure and mixing up defensive looks to confuse the new offensive coordinator. WVU only needs to capitalize on 1-2 mistakes in Penn St's offense to seal a win, especially if PSU is limited in total possessions. Defensively, WVU must focus on limiting big plays and play the bend don't break model. Just avoiding huge plays will be crucial. By winning on first and second down, WVU can dictate the flow of the game and create opportunities for turnovers. A disciplined pass rush and solid secondary play will be essential in containing Penn State's offense. WVU was #7 in the nation in time of possession last year. They did even better at home. Zach keeps talking about turnovers being the only way WVU can beat PSUs offense. He's doing this because it's an obvious strength for PSU. Tell me Zach, what happens if PSU just doesn't get the ball? What happens if they are limited by 4-6 possessions because WVU holds the ball? This may as well be as good as 2 turnovers and it's a very realistic scenario. As for special teams, I may have missed this discussion but are we ignoring the issues with kicking at PSU!? I don't believe the official kicker has been released but reports are looking like Sander Sahaydak will be the PSU kicker. He is 1-4 in his career with his one made kick from only 20 yards! This is bad bad!! They did get a transfer guy and the two are battling for a starting position but either way they go, there will be huge question marks at kicking. Meanwhile, WVU returns a senior kicker who was 46-46 on XPs last year and 81% on FGs. If we're talking about potential 1 score games, this cannot be overlooked. Not to mention the best long snapper in college football is at WVU. Again, all it takes is 1-2 mishaps in the kicking game to change the game. This is very likely to happen in WVU's favor. If just some of this happens, WVU wins somewhere in the vicinity of 21-17, 27-21, or 27-24... Now, saying this and doing it are two different things but for this dude to not be able to see this happening at all just shows his ignorance and lack of research. It seems that he based his opinion of WVU soley on the game vs PSU last year. What a great sample size!
The Penn State-West Virginia is going to be a tough game in Morgantown since the Mountaineer players and fanbase will be loud and proud. West Virginia will start out hot, but Penn State will wear the Mountaineers down after two and half quarters with their depth!
WVU fan here, great interview here. Paul laid things out really well and Zach was definitely fair with his assessment on things. WVU is going to need some things to go its way to get the W, but it’s definitely possible I feel. Great listening to this
Will be just like last year: WVU right in the game for 2.5 quarters, maybe even have a lead, but then the depth gap comes into play and Penn State will dominate the last 20 minutes of the game
Really looking forward to this game. Last year was competitive in Happy Valley. Greene was an unknown commodity with his legs, but he will get a spy or 2 this year...Remember last year PSU should have been up 6 more in the first half but our FG kicker missed 2 easy ones and was replaced after that. Good test on the road but PSU has the experience and depth. Even if it's close in the first half, we will wear WV down and pull away. Andy K - agree the difference here. Trey Wallace can be a true #1 WR but was injured last year. And Fleming...is solid as a pass catcher, but his downfield blocking will help spring the backs for big gains. He's one of the better WR blockers. Good analysis on both sides.
Its a long shot but wvu's path to victory is pretty clear win the turnover battle get an early lead and take the air out of the ball.. as a wvu fan id love to see it but its a big ask psu pretty talented. I do think either way it will be closer then last year.
Does Penn State have a rival? I thought Pitt was but Penn State seems to think that they’re a Top 10 program. Hopefully Penn State and WVU can become rivals after this weekend.
Just wondering how PSU people can say they are returning all their best players when they lost Robinson, Fashanu, Lambert-Smith, and 6 other guys that got drafted. Without them, Ol Miss made them look very average. Honest question because I don’t know the roster very well. I do think moving Carter to the edge is better for his draft status, he will definitely be the best player on the field, but it also makes it easier for WVU to stay away from him.
The Bruhz of Omega Psi Phi will be dominant for the Buffs. RQQ for the set owt at practice. The Bruhz turned up for the world to see. Throw up the hooks on every sack. RQQ, from JB Solo 83 Zeta Sigma Chapter .
One correction, West Virginia defense did not "contain" Singleton. He himself had a huge Sophomore slump. WVU was his 4th highest rushing output of the year. He had less yards against Rutgers, Maryland, Illinois, Delaware, Indiana and more. Yards per rush was the same. 4th highest against WVU. You did better against Allen relative to his other games. I think they'll both bounce back though.
Your concern about them Mountaineers is legit😱 Penn State is "Overrated" WV's offensive scheme and Green will deliver and Smash the Penn State defense.🤣
Penn States Great Defense gave up 38 points and 540 years in their Bowl Game. They looked terrible ....they better get better in a hurry - WVU - OHIO STATE - USC
That was the #9 ranked Ole Miss not unranked WVU. Also PSU had many players go on to the draft so they weren’t even at their normal level. Also WVU got smoked once again😭😭
All these WVU homers keep talking about WVU is a different team than last year. No shit so is PSU. Penn State didnt lose that much talent from last years team.
Most WVU homers can talk themselves into anything especially when everyone is 0-0. But no difference than PSU, PITT, OSU. Both PSU and WVU have to handle their problems before anything great happens to either team . Both have coaching problems like the HC. PSU wants a National Title, WVU wants respect and a B12 Championship. Neither going to happen unless changes are made at both schools.
WVU is following what Pitt and Syracuse did with Penn State. They complain that we don't play them anymore, and when we do, you need to buy multi-game (3 in the case of this game) tickets. That is why this game is ranked the #16 most expensive college football game this year: the base cost is the cost of 3 games if you are a visitor.
Thats a common practice. Pitt is doing that to WVU for the backyard brawl this year in Pittsburg too. Its to entice fans to go to more games. Its not specific towards PSU.
Last year West Virginia had the 2nd most amount of yards on pen-state defense before they found there rhythm pen state is gonna have to contend with a top O line with a top right tackle and 3 headed monster for a running attack
I can’t wait for this game . I’m going to keep it real simple stupid with everyone . WVU defense is going to slow Penn state down this year . There won’t be no 38 and 40 pts in happy valley this year . It’s going to come down to WVU defense . If we can hold Penn state under 28 pts we have a chance to win . The end
James has over double the amount of games at PSU and lions have for a long time always been seen higher for Recruting then WVU as of late though players are giving WVU a chance so we will just have to see at the end of the month
@@pitchshot2868You don't even know how to spell choked, and Franklin coaches in a real power house conference, and in his early 50's and has way over 100 wins at Vanderbilt and in Happy Valley!!! WE ARE 🏈 Unrivaled 38-13 Nittany Lions 🦁 going to curb stomp W. Virginia!!! You have 7 days to run your mouth and be delusional, after that reality sets in!!! WE ARE 🏈 Unrivaled and you guys aren't
@@kevinchandler179 even when psu won the b1g, they were excluded from the playoffs 😂. Why? Because your 💩 program is irrelevant! WVU is going to FCKING SMASH this middle of pack b1g team!
This dude couldn’t be less interested in MPs answers.. he asked him the same question over and over, despite getting good answers each time. He doesn’t want to admit Penn St has more question marks than WVU. Low quality video
Lol, no Zach is annoyed that this chubby ass skool chewing bango player is trying to talk himself into beating my Nittany Lions!!!! 38-13 Nittany Lions 🦁 are going to roll
I apréciate Zach respectfully having mountaineer Paul on his channel. Great dialog and content for the fans! I think more of this program now.
It's going to be a challenging game. PSU has to play solid, mistake-free football. They can't let WVU get momentum from turnovers and mistakes. It could go downhill very quickly. PSU should prevail by just taking care of business. But the first game is usually a crapshoot. Anything can happen.
PSU covered the spread for the last 2 opener’s
@@PSUMich So what does that have to do with the price of tea in China?
I commented this same comment when Zach came on Paul's show but he continues to ask for WVUs "path to victory", knowing most people won't break down an entire path to victory. Well, I did...
WVU’s offensive line is a key asset in this matchup. Athlon currently has them ranked #13 in the nation. Yet, he seemed to overlook that. Their ability to consistently create good push at the line of scrimmage can open up running lanes for the talented backs and Garrett Greene, allowing WVU to establish a rushing attack. Simple advantage for WVU... In 2023, the only team that ran for more yards against PSU than WVU was Michigan. When WVU played them, Jahiem White didn't have a single carry! He ended the year only playing 5 games, averaging 168.4 yards per game and 7.7 YPC. I expect him to tip the scale this year. By consistently gaining 3-8 yards per carry, WVU can control the tempo of the game, wear down Penn State's defensive front, and keep their offense off the field. This strategy not only chews up the clock but also sets up manageable third downs, increasing the likelihood of sustained drives. This also provide rest for WVU's defense, allowing them to stay fresh for the times where they do have to face a talented offense.
Now let's talk about Garrett Greene. While Allar can definitely throw a more accurate ball, Garrett Greene's competitiveness, energy, and "dawg" mentality sets him apart. The dude takes and delivers hits (yes, not always good) and can get his team and the crowd fired up. I've seen few WVU players in history that can do that like him. If you don't think this isn't an extremely valuable asset, you don't know college ball. Let's not forget this is game 1 in a sold out Mountaineer Field. Not only is GG a dawg but his ability to make plays with both his arm and legs adds a dynamic element to the offense. By mixing in play-action passes, deep balls, and the and quarterback keepers, WVU can keep Penn State’s defense guessing and prevent them from keying solely on the run. Garrett Greene is a very talented deep threat passer as well. 2-3 deep completions that lead to points would be huge for WVUs offense.
Playing at home provides WVU with a significant boost. The home crowd can create a hostile environment for Penn State, especially considering their new coordinators on both sides of the ball. Communication issues and the pressure of a loud, energetic crowd are bound to lead to mistakes and miscommunications for Penn State's coordinators.
Penn State's transition to new offensive and defensive coordinators is certainly a vulnerability. The first game on the road is a tough test for any new coaching staff. WVU can exploit any lack of cohesion or adjustment issues by applying consistent pressure and mixing up defensive looks to confuse the new offensive coordinator. WVU only needs to capitalize on 1-2 mistakes in Penn St's offense to seal a win, especially if PSU is limited in total possessions.
Defensively, WVU must focus on limiting big plays and play the bend don't break model. Just avoiding huge plays will be crucial. By winning on first and second down, WVU can dictate the flow of the game and create opportunities for turnovers. A disciplined pass rush and solid secondary play will be essential in containing Penn State's offense.
WVU was #7 in the nation in time of possession last year. They did even better at home. Zach keeps talking about turnovers being the only way WVU can beat PSUs offense. He's doing this because it's an obvious strength for PSU. Tell me Zach, what happens if PSU just doesn't get the ball? What happens if they are limited by 4-6 possessions because WVU holds the ball? This may as well be as good as 2 turnovers and it's a very realistic scenario.
As for special teams, I may have missed this discussion but are we ignoring the issues with kicking at PSU!? I don't believe the official kicker has been released but reports are looking like Sander
Sahaydak will be the PSU kicker. He is 1-4 in his career with his one made kick from only 20 yards! This is bad bad!! They did get a transfer guy and the two are battling for a starting position but either way they go, there will be huge question marks at kicking. Meanwhile, WVU returns a senior kicker who was 46-46 on XPs last year and 81% on FGs. If we're talking about potential 1 score games, this cannot be overlooked. Not to mention the best long snapper in college football is at WVU. Again, all it takes is 1-2 mishaps in the kicking game to change the game. This is very likely to happen in WVU's favor.
If just some of this happens, WVU wins somewhere in the vicinity of 21-17, 27-21, or 27-24...
Now, saying this and doing it are two different things but for this dude to not be able to see this happening at all just shows his ignorance and lack of research. It seems that he based his opinion of WVU soley on the game vs PSU last year. What a great sample size!
The Penn State-West Virginia is going to be a tough game in Morgantown since the Mountaineer players and fanbase will be loud and proud. West Virginia will start out hot, but Penn State will wear the Mountaineers down after two and half quarters with their depth!
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WVU is the ones with depth. A Dual Threat QB with a power back and a speed back. WVU is going to run all over Penn St.
@@bigdaddystumps7930 🤔
@@bigdaddystumps7930 How did that work out for you😭
WVU fan here, great interview here. Paul laid things out really well and Zach was definitely fair with his assessment on things. WVU is going to need some things to go its way to get the W, but it’s definitely possible I feel. Great listening to this
Will be just like last year: WVU right in the game for 2.5 quarters, maybe even have a lead, but then the depth gap comes into play and Penn State will dominate the last 20 minutes of the game
Wvu 35..PSU 20.
WVU is going to FCKING SMASH PSU! This game will be a blowout 💯
U were right it was a blowout😭😭 I mean if u really watched CFB u wouldn’t have made this dumb comment
Really looking forward to this game. Last year was competitive in Happy Valley. Greene was an unknown commodity with his legs, but he will get a spy or 2 this year...Remember last year PSU should have been up 6 more in the first half but our FG kicker missed 2 easy ones and was replaced after that. Good test on the road but PSU has the experience and depth. Even if it's close in the first half, we will wear WV down and pull away. Andy K - agree the difference here. Trey Wallace can be a true #1 WR but was injured last year. And Fleming...is solid as a pass catcher, but his downfield blocking will help spring the backs for big gains. He's one of the better WR blockers. Good analysis on both sides.
Its a long shot but wvu's path to victory is pretty clear win the turnover battle get an early lead and take the air out of the ball.. as a wvu fan id love to see it but its a big ask psu pretty talented. I do think either way it will be closer then last year.
Does Penn State have a rival? I thought Pitt was but Penn State seems to think that they’re a Top 10 program. Hopefully Penn State and WVU can become rivals after this weekend.
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You're welcome.
Just wondering how PSU people can say they are returning all their best players when they lost Robinson, Fashanu, Lambert-Smith, and 6 other guys that got drafted. Without them, Ol Miss made them look very average. Honest question because I don’t know the roster very well. I do think moving Carter to the edge is better for his draft status, he will definitely be the best player on the field, but it also makes it easier for WVU to stay away from him.
Because, we are that damn talented and deep!!!!!! WE don't rebuild we reload!!!!!!! 38-13 Nittany Lions 🦁 are going to roll
AK is going to ng to confuse the hell out of WVU's defense.
The Bruhz of Omega Psi Phi will be dominant for the Buffs. RQQ for the set owt at practice. The Bruhz turned up for the world to see. Throw up the hooks on every sack. RQQ, from JB Solo 83 Zeta Sigma Chapter .
The WV atmosphere and the lack of experience along the PSU O-line will be hard for us.
Their o-line is 🐕💩 psu doesn’t field good o-lines
And that’s me saying it as a Michigan man… psu can’t win the trenches
Does michigan have an offense this year? Like for real? Got no QB got no Wilson got no Corum and OL all gone?
@@brettk9316 you keep thinking that bc you don’t know anything you’re just guessing with no knowledgeable facts
@@Jrm-xs9qi PSU has had good o-lines consistently. Recently they have been even better, this year should be good again
Wvu will beat PSU
One correction, West Virginia defense did not "contain" Singleton. He himself had a huge Sophomore slump. WVU was his 4th highest rushing output of the year. He had less yards against Rutgers, Maryland, Illinois, Delaware, Indiana and more.
Yards per rush was the same. 4th highest against WVU. You did better against Allen relative to his other games. I think they'll both bounce back though.
Your concern about them Mountaineers is legit😱 Penn State is "Overrated" WV's offensive scheme and Green will deliver and Smash the Penn State defense.🤣
How did that work out for you?😭😭 Keep disrespecting PSU
Penn States Great Defense gave up 38 points and 540 years in their Bowl Game. They looked terrible ....they better get better in a hurry - WVU - OHIO STATE - USC
That was the #9 ranked Ole Miss not unranked WVU. Also PSU had many players go on to the draft so they weren’t even at their normal level. Also WVU got smoked once again😭😭
All these WVU homers keep talking about WVU is a different team than last year. No shit so is PSU. Penn State didnt lose that much talent from last years team.
Most WVU homers can talk themselves into anything especially when everyone is 0-0. But no difference than PSU, PITT, OSU. Both PSU and WVU have to handle their problems before anything great happens to either team . Both have coaching problems like the HC. PSU wants a National Title, WVU wants respect and a B12 Championship. Neither going to happen unless changes are made at both schools.
WVU is following what Pitt and Syracuse did with Penn State. They complain that we don't play them anymore, and when we do, you need to buy multi-game (3 in the case of this game) tickets. That is why this game is ranked the #16 most expensive college football game this year: the base cost is the cost of 3 games if you are a visitor.
I'm happy I spent money for Penn State at USC in the LA Coliseum in October instead of heading to Morgantown, WV.
Yeah WVU is dirty for that.
Thats a common practice. Pitt is doing that to WVU for the backyard brawl this year in Pittsburg too. Its to entice fans to go to more games. Its not specific towards PSU.
It’s not just this game.For some stupid reason.WVU football games are sky high.They rank first in the Big 12 in game day costs.
Wvu is not scoring 30+ points on Penn State defense 😂
Keeb doubting
@@LockedOnWestVirginiaout defense has had no to little drop off good luck bud
@@ldlaxcrusheryour defense wasn’t good last year. So what you talking about?
@@mrob456what are YOU talking about. Penn state had a top 3 defense in the country along with Iowa and Michigan
Last year West Virginia had the 2nd most amount of yards on pen-state defense before they found there rhythm pen state is gonna have to contend with a top O line with a top right tackle and 3 headed monster for a running attack
He bet his front teeth for a WV win. He represents WV very well, Jack Lambert impersonator 😂
Typical West Virginia jokes. Classic. Those are old and stale. Come up with something new.
I can’t wait for this game . I’m going to keep it real simple stupid with everyone . WVU defense is going to slow Penn state down this year . There won’t be no 38 and 40 pts in happy valley this year . It’s going to come down to WVU defense . If we can hold Penn state under 28 pts we have a chance to win . The end
Lol, that's hilarious 😂!!!! WE ARE 🏈 Unrivaled, 38-13 and you guys aren't and never will be!!!
James Franklin record at PSU 88-39
Neal Brown record at WVU 31-29
James has over double the amount of games at PSU and lions have for a long time always been seen higher for Recruting then WVU as of late though players are giving WVU a chance so we will just have to see at the end of the month
Franklin chocked more than any HC in major college football. CANNOT win the big one. Brown nothing needs to be said
@@pitchshot2868You don't even know how to spell choked, and Franklin coaches in a real power house conference, and in his early 50's and has way over 100 wins at Vanderbilt and in Happy Valley!!! WE ARE 🏈 Unrivaled 38-13 Nittany Lions 🦁 going to curb stomp W. Virginia!!! You have 7 days to run your mouth and be delusional, after that reality sets in!!! WE ARE 🏈 Unrivaled and you guys aren't
@@kevinchandler179 even when psu won the b1g, they were excluded from the playoffs 😂. Why? Because your 💩 program is irrelevant! WVU is going to FCKING SMASH this middle of pack b1g team!
This dude couldn’t be less interested in MPs answers.. he asked him the same question over and over, despite getting good answers each time.
He doesn’t want to admit Penn St has more question marks than WVU.
Low quality video
Lol, no Zach is annoyed that this chubby ass skool chewing bango player is trying to talk himself into beating my Nittany Lions!!!! 38-13 Nittany Lions 🦁 are going to roll
Psu will c Greene opening day