FEELING THE FRESNO HATE

The Rams return home in need of a major. After facing Cody Getz and the Falcons option running attack, the Rams now face another formidable running back in Fresno State’s Robbie Rouse; possibly the Mountain West's most complete back. He already has 587 yards rushing and an extra 158 receiving, and is practically giddy at the sight of CSU on the schedule. The Rams will stay true to form and won't be able to stack the box because of the Bulldog’s plethora of receiver. WR Davante Adams is only a freshman but is a boss on this Bulldog team. Isaiah Burse and Josh Harper also touch the rock with great confidence and productivity. Putting it simply: The Bulldogs can put up points in bunches. They put up 25 on Oregon's great defense, and scored 69 points on CU. Led by Derek Carr, (David’s little brother) has been playing a lot like David this year, Fresno State David, NOT Houston Texan David. Considering our suspect coverage, the Bulldogs will be able to attack the Rams however they see fit. I could see the Bulldogs having to play blindfolded after the half just to keep things fair.

The Fresno State defense can be scored on, and free safety Phillip Thomas catches as well as their receivers. He already has 5 picks and retuned 2 to the house. NT Andy Jennings and LB Tristan Okpalaugo have some pass rush ability. It still will be a challenge for Colorado State since the offense has been dormant for 4 games now, and M.J. McPeek will be looking to sling it. As bummed as I was for Grayson going down, McPeek is gigantic and really put some stink on the ball against AFA. M.J. will have his opportunities for big plays Chris Nwoke and Donnell Alexander remember to run away from defenders and get first downs. I’m looking at you O-line. I want to see more plays by Charles Lovett (let him throw it!), Marquise Law, Lou Greenwood, Kivon Cartwright and Crockett Gillmore this time around.

I want to be positive about the Ram running game, but if Colorado State is playing catch up the whole time, they might be non-existent. Fresno State Head Coach Tim DeRuyter will show no mercy and will have no problem waxing the Rams by halftime. Let's send the Bulldogs back home to the Valley, crying so hard their mascara runs , texting each other afterwards, “OMG Becky, did you see Derek Carr on his ass all game? LOL;)

Go Rams!