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Week 7 - SAC (3-3, 1-1 Big Sky) vs. UNC (3-3, 1-1 Big Sky)

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Suddenly this has become a big game this week for Homecoming as Northern Colorado rolls into town with an impressive 49-33 road win over previously #11 Idaho in the Kibbie Dome.

The Hornets equally impressive with their best road win ever in the Big Sky in terms of points scored (55), rushing yards (397) and rushing touchdowns (7) in the rain and cold at Weber State this past Saturday.

Both teams come in with equal records. With it being Homecoming, expect a big crowd with lots of tailgating. Going to need the Hornet faithful to be loud all game on defense and see if the rushing attack can continue against a rejuvenated Bears team led by third-year HC Ed Lamb.

#StingersUp
 
HeavyistheClown said:
Their QB will surgically dissect the Hornet secondary.
Hornets need to control the clock, is that possible with GoGo?
How many INT’s does Williams throw? That is key.
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Their second string QB (LSU transfer) is a huge upgrade over the injured Woods, that is scary. I think you hit the nail on the head here - can Williams take care of the ball in the air? And can he throw it with enough oomph to actually keep UNC honest? It's going to be 75 degrees and sunny leading up to this one, should be a relatively full house too (I'll say 16,000+) - can the Hornets leave the fans happy and pumped for the Friday ESPN game against the Griz...?

Two-Deep Notes: https://hornetsports.com/documents/2025/10/14/SacNotes101825.pdf

  • LT Herman still out injured. Hays played fantastic in his place last week.
  • WR Ernest Campbell listed as a starter over Conerly for first time all year.
  • Starting RBs Hammond and Adams II. Curtis not listed for first time this season as he heals. Henderson and Smith are backups. Red off the team.
  • MLB Rocha still starting for injured Houston.
  • CB Mullican listed as starter for first time over Ricky Lee Jr.

PREDICTION: SAC 41 UNC 35

Massey FCS says 91% chance of victory with average score: SAC 35 UNC 17
 
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Kadeezy said:
Their second string QB (LSU transfer) is a huge upgrade over the injured Woods, that is scary. I think you hit the nail on the head here - can Williams take care of the ball in the air? And can he throw it with enough oomph to actually keep UNC honest? It's going to be 75 degrees and sunny leading up to this one, should be a relatively full house too (I'll say 16,000+) - can the Hornets leave the fans happy and pumped for the Friday ESPN game against the Griz...?

Two-Deep Notes: https://hornetsports.com/documents/2025/10/14/SacNotes101825.pdf

  • LT Herman still out injured. Hays played fantastic in his place last week.
  • WR Ernest Campbell listed as a starter over Conerly for first time all year.
  • Starting RBs Hammond and Adams II. Curtis not listed for first time this season as he heals. Henderson and Smith are backups. Red off the team.
  • MLB Rocha still starting for injured Houston.
  • CB Mullican listed as starter for first time over Ricky Lee Jr.

PREDICTION: SAC 41 UNC 35
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I listened to an Ed lamb HC UNC interview and the running defense for UNC wasn’t impressive, I think if we get the run game going. Ahead in scoring UNC will be broken down tired just like Weber St was last week.

Cardell needs to keep them honest with few solid completions of course too,

Prediction: SAC ST 45. UNC 28
 
Big game this week for both teams as UNC comes in after a stunning and very impressive blow out road win at ranked Idaho. Both the Hornets and Bears should have an FBS win under their belts as some home cooking from the refs played a role in both of those games.

The Bears seem to have found some life on offense. UNC spread the ball out and threw it all over the field a week ago indoors. Eric Gibson Jr (12/182, 6 TD, 3 INT) has a good accurate arm that can stretch the field. Wide received Carver Cheeks (35 rec, 502 yds, 2 TD) is a playmaker who has receiver Brayden Munroe (15 rec, 324 yds, 2 TD) and tight end Charles Garrison (13 rec, 211 yds, 2 TD) whom have proven to be capable targets in the passing game. Another 57 receptions are spread out amongst 5 other players so Gibson has no problem finding the open receiver. The rushing game isn't strong but UNC uses the running backs in the passing game very well. This is probably the best UNC offensive line in over a decade which has helped this offense tremendously.

Defensively is another matter. The Bears are giving up almost 200 yards per game on the ground and over 380 yards per game through the air. However they have been stingy on the scoreboard and keep opponents to under 22 points a game and have 29 TLFs on the season. Safety Cam Chapa (47 tak, 1 TFL, 2 INT) leads the Bears defense in tackling and interceptions and defensive lineman Ezra Ekuban (31 tak, 6.5 TFL, 2 sac) is a disruptive player up front.

On special teams, kicker Jacob Willig (10/13 FG, 12/12 PAT) is a good kicker with a long of 52 on the year.

The Hornets have been inconsistent all season so tough to guess which team will show up. If the running game can continue to churn out yards and points like it has in recent weeks then the Hornet chances are good in this one. The UNC passing game is concerning so the Hornet defense will need to find some stops. I think Hornet fans are in store for a high scoring game and ultimately a Hornet Homecoming victory.

Stingers Up!
 
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