GoBigBlue1997

You are right about last year, but that was all Nederland had last year. Everyone knew then all you had to do was contain their passing game, but this year they have a beast at running back which complicates things for the defense. They do both things well, run and pass, so to expect the same offense as last year would be a mistake. What Lumberton is going to have to do is disguise their defense and confuse the offensive play-calling. Bring 8 or 9 in the box, then all drop down in pass coverage, etc.

If I am not mistaken, this game is just as huge to both teams!!! Central and Nederland are going Big School in the play-offs are tied in the standings. Lumberton and Livingston are going Small School in the play-offs and are tied in the standings. To say this game doesnt matter is a huge mistake to either team. Does anyone know Bellows eligability for this game? I believe he was ejected from last nights game. Does this mean he has to serve a 1 game suspension, or is that not really a rule? That would be a deciding factor for this game.

Well... before last night, I believed Nederland was going to run away with this one, now I am not so sure. Nederland struggled last night way more than I expected. The score looks worse than it actually was. That game was not decided until very late in the 4th quarter. Also, Bellows was ejected and I am not sure of his playing status this week (maybe ineligable). Lets be honest, eventhough Vidor beat Lumberton, Lumberton is a better team. If Nederland struggles like that again this week, they may not get off the hook again. The key to this game will also be Lumbertons QB (Hughes) play. Nederland will stack the box to try and stop the run, so he will need to be able to connect on throws when oppertunities present themselves. Everything you have heard about Nederlands offense is true except that it is even better than that. If Bellows is playing, Lumbertons offense will have to be its best Defense also. This will be a great game, my prediction is that Nederland comes out strong at home... Ned (with Bellows) 31 Lumberton 27 (we always miss at least 1 extra point)

ha ha ha... nobody cares!!!!!

I know "its all about the U" would know...what about it U? I hope it is nothing major.

Yeah, I have been to more Ned games this year than I have Lumberton. Mostly, because I live In Nederland Now(5 years)!! Did not make the Livingston game (out of town), but Central could not run between the tackles against Nederland. Besides one or two runs, most of their big gaines came from QB scrambles on 3rd and long. PNG could not run the ball at all and from what I have heard, the QB from Livingston did everything. From what I have seen, Nederlands' trouble is defending the pass. I dont think that is Vidors' or Lumbertons' strong point. Nor do I believe that Lumberton or Vidor has an athlete that can break Nederlands defense down like Central or Livingston.

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My prediction... Nederland wins out the rest of the season. Even against my boys on the L-Train. Nederlands has the most balanced offense in the district and the Defense will use the same blue-print they used for the PNG game. Hopefully, Vidor can throw the ball well. Vidor will be surprised they are not able to run the ball against Nederland. Teams that have had success running against Nederland, mostly have a fast QB that they could not contain. Nederland will bust the 40 point mark again in this one... Dawgs - 44 Vidor - 20 ( that maybe a little much)

Lumberton, Livingston, and Central are 4-1 with Lumberton holding all tiebreakers over the Lions and the Jags.... Say it again...I love it when you talk Lumberton football to me...

Hey Scalp, do you hope you're wrong on this one? ;D ??? ;D ??? Heck yea I hope I'm wrong, but gut feeling tells me otherwise. I'm a diehard NDN fan, but I don't wear the purple shaded glasses When Scalm em' starts predicting blow-outs... I get a little nervous. If I recall right, He also predicted PNG to beat Nederland 35-14 and we all know how that one turned out! I for one do not have a good feeling about this one. PNG has nothing to lose and can be a very dangerous team to play at any given time. Lumberton has never beat PNG and maybe thats why I am not as quick to say that L-Train will roll this one. As crazy as the district has been this year, anything can happen. I hope Lumberton is not bringing a knife to a gun fight, because PNG is going to be ready for war Friday night.

Both teams come out and play "Hot Potato" with the football and neither team is prepared or coached properly for their team to win. Penalties take both teams out of scoring oppertunities and offensive drives stall. Should be a great game to go to and cannot wait to see all the highlights on the tailgate party. Final Score: 7-7. Of course I'm kidding. Good Luck to both teams as I also believe the loser of this game is out of the Play-offs.

Oh no... here comes the other teams look good, but PNG did not posts... ;D

Dont forget LCM ;D We lose to them and we do not deserve to go to the play-offs. They looked horrible tonight.

I do not want to rain on our parade, but there have been too many fans predicting play-offs for our team after tonights big win. I cannot be more proud of Lumberton for tonight, but lets keep things in perspective. We have both Mid-County teams yet to play on the road and an Ozen team that beat Vidor, who beat us. I think we have one of the better teams in the district, but we need to stay focused each week and not look ahead. Thats all Im saying. Feel free to flame away!

its a serious question ok, you are right. Im sorry. Sincerely.

Let me get this straight, Saturday night (MCM), you guys did not throw enough and tonight you threw too much? Burnett having a tough time getting the right balance on play-calling?

This coming from a guy that starts a thread about Lumberton fans.... yeah, real mature. ???

Like you wouldnt have been the first one on here if Central wins the game. Please...

That game really got ridiculous!!! We have not even mentioned the 75 yd Grogan Touchdown that was called back for holding. Me and the fans around me were like... this is bad. I really and truly felt sorry for LCM tonight. That was embarassing for them. I hope they get a win this year, just not against Lumberton!!

Vidor was favored to go the play-offs??? When??? After they beat us? I feel flattered!!!!

PNG and Central lost, who was the third?

Nederland has a made a 180 degree turn from week 1, mostly due to Grogan and the balance attack of the run with the pass. Congats to the coaches for that move. Nederland took care of business tonight. They did what they were suppose to do, so it was good to not see them come out flat after an emotional win last week. If Nederland stays focused, I think Nederland wins this by 10 at least. I was really surprised that Lumberton was able to contain Centrals "Speed" and shutdown their offense like they did. Nederlands defense has played solid two weeks in a row. This will be a good test to see where they are really at this week.

Nederland really got to you all this year!!!!

We (officials) will be wearing red arm bands. The zebras?? LOL yes, the Zebras Teeboan, if you were one of the Refs lastnight you guys need to go back to Ref school. Esp. the back judge. I think this could also apply to blaming officials for the outcome of the game.

I think Lumbertons excuses are new since we never have really been expected to Win before and PNG's is old because its always the officials and coaching. Which is better "New" or "Classic"?