FOOTBALL New Orleans Bowl, 8PM, Saturday, December 15, 2018

[SpaceRaider]

Game thread, links below are a work in progress:

R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
New Orleans, Louisiana (Mercedes-Benz Superdome)
Dec. 15, 8:00 PM (CT)
ESPN

Flights - Lodging - Car Rentals - Website




Bowl Opponent:
Appalachian State University
Location: 287 Rivers St, Boone, North Carolina
Founded: 1899 Enrollment: 19,108 Undergrad 17,381 Postgrad 1,727
Acceptance rate: 66%
Colors: Black and Gold Nickname: Mountaineers Mascot: Yosef
Fight song: HI HI YIKAS
Series: Middle Tennessee leads 2-1
at Middle Tennessee: Middle Tennessee leads, 2-0
at Appalachian State: App leads 1-0
Last Meeting: Appalachian State 10, Middle Tennessee 35 11/28/1992 Murfreesboro, TN
Stadium: Kidd Brewer Stadium (Capacity: 30,000)
Interim Coach: Mark Ivey Record at App: 0-0 Overall: 0-0
2018 Record: 10-2 (7-1)
2017 Record: 9-4 (7-1) Bowl: Dollar General (Mobile, AL)
Starters Ret./Lost: Lettermen R/L:


Weather Forecast for New Orleans:
Saturday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. West wind 10 to 15 mph.
Saturday Night - Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Where: Mercedes-Benz Superdome
Capacity: 73,208
Playing Surface: UBU Speed Series S5-M

Stadium Policies: The R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl does not enforce the new NFL Bag Policy. The R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl will allow bags that do not exceed 12” x 12” x 12” in size.

Television: ESPN - Jason Benetti, Play-by-Play; Kelly Stouffer, Analyst; Olivia Dekker, Reporter

Radio: PxP: Chip Walters, Analyst: Wes Counts, WMOT FM 89.5 (Murfreesboro), WGNS AM 1450 (Murfreesboro), WGNS FM 100.5 (Murfreesboro), WGNS FM 101.9 (Murfreesboro), WPRT FM 102.5 (Nashville),
National: ESPN Radio (B. Rosinski, D. Norrie, I. Fitzsimmons)
TuneIn app: Search Middle Tennessee

Streaming: Audio, Video

Live Stats: LIVE STATS

Newspapers: ,High Country Press , Winston-Salem Journal, Wautauga Democrat,

Message Boards: yosefscabin.com, MountaineerIllustrated.com, , ,

Blogs: AppStateIllustrated.com, BlackandGoldPodcast.com, http://bigctailgate.com, , ,

Athletic site: appstatesports.com, appstatesports.com-Bowl Central, goblueraiders.com, goblueraiders.com-Bowl Central

Media Guides: App State, Middle Tennessee

Preseason Previews:

Game Notes: App State game notes, MT game notes

Game Previews: Sun Belt champion Mountaineers face Conference USA runner-up Blue Raiders in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, ,

Roster: Mountaineers, Blue Raiders

Twitter: @NewOrleansBowl, @appstatesports, @AppState_FB, @AppStateIvey90, @AdamBWitten, , , , @WataugaDemocrat, @TodayIGiveMyAll, , , @bigCasu, , , , , , @NeersBarstool,

Hashtags: #AppalachianState, #AppState, #10Strong, #RQ2K18, #TIGMA, #DrinkToAppState, #CoachDrink, , , , , ,

Facebook: , @APPSTATESPORTS, @APPSTATEFOOTBALL , , ,

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Instagram: APPSTATESPORTS, APPSTATE_FB, appstatefbvideo

 

[SpaceRaider]

https://www.oddsshark.com/ncaaf/middle-tennessee-appalachian-state-odds-december-15-2018-1071011

 

[MTTim]

My four will be there.

 

[Blueraider_Mike]

I am trying to go...flights on SWA are almost gone (Direct flights)

 

[coachchia]

My daughter is playing travel vb and we can't do the 15th... Riding the Amtrek from Birmingham would have been fun...

 

[SpaceRaider]

dnj:

App State vs. Middle Tennessee at New Orleans Bowl: 5 things to know


The New Orleans Advocate:

Middle Tennessee, Appalachian State will meet in New Orleans Bowl

New Orleans Bowl has good matchup: Sun Belt champ App State vs. C-USA runner-up Middle Tennessee


Wautauga Democrat:

App State to face Middle Tennessee in R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

 

[SpaceRaider]

 

[Blueraider_Mike]

I am trying to go...flights on SWA are almost gone (Direct flights)

Booked my travel. Taking my son.

 

[SpaceRaider]

Booked my travel. Taking my son.

Driving down morning of the game and coming back the next day.

 

[BigBlueBrad]

I’ll be there early Friday afternoon. Ready for some fun!

 

[SpaceRaider]

Wautauga Democrat:

Remaining App State coaches replace roles of coaches who have left

 

[sWiley]

Line is holding steady at +7

I really like the Blue Raiders in this spot. App St. has been a covering machine this year so Vegas knows the $$$ will be there for the Mountaineers. Underdogs traditionally do very well in bowl games, and I really believe this MT team wants to get the nasty taste out of it's mouth from the UAB game. Not sure we will win but I think we keep it competitive and getting 7 points is a plus.

Look for this line to fall down to 6 and maybe even 5.5 or 5 as the game draws near.

 

[SpaceRaider]

Winston Salem Journal:

As Mark Ivey and App State players take ownership of the football team, they focus on the goal

 

[SpaceRaider]

SI

New Orleans Bowl Betting Preview: Middle Tennessee Will Attack Appalachian St. Through the Air

 

[Sommy]

Where are the articles about the freebies they give to players at the bowl? I'm wondering what sort of goodies the players take home from this bowl.

 

[bobdizole]

I'd say the snowpocalypse that fell on Boone might affect their preparation, but that have a very nice indoor practice facility....must be nice.

 

[SpaceRaider]

appstatesports.com:

Bowl Breakdown: App State's Offense vs. MT's Defense

 

[SpaceRaider]

excerpt:

...The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders and the Appalachian State Mountaineers will meet in college football’s New Orleans Bowl on December 15.

Appalachian State enters this one at 10-2 overall. The Mountaineers recorded losses to Penn State and GA Southern but otherwise took out Savannah State, Charlotte, Gardner-Webb, South Alabama, Arkansas State, Louisiana, Coastal Carolina, Texas State, Georgia State, Troy and Louisiana again in the Sun Belt Title Game.

In the second Cajuns game, App State’s Zac Thomas threw for 75 yards and rushed for 59 with a pair of TDs. Darrynton Evans led the Mountaineers rush with 111 yards and Marcus Williams had a 34-yard catch.

Over on the Middle Tennessee side, they’re 8-5 this year. The Raiders have taken out TN-Martin, FL Atlantic, Marshall, Charlotte, ODU, WKU, UTEP and UAB while falling to Vanderbilt, Georgia, FIU, Kentucky and UAB in the conference championship.

In the UAB game December 1, MTSU’s Brent Stockstill logged 362 yards with two touchdowns and two picks, while Zack Dobson put up 52 yards on the ground. Terelle West was the lead Blue Raiders receiver on 81 yards and three catches.

The Raiders are 5-1 ATS in their last six overall and 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven versus the Sun Belt. MTSU is 4-1 ATS in their last five following an ATS loss and 1-4 ATS in their last five bowl games.

Meanwhile, the Mountaineers are 4-0 ATS in their last four non-conference games and 12-4 ATS in their last 16 overall. App State is 8-3 ATS in their last 11 on turf and 7-3 ATS versus a team with a winning record.

App State is more versatile than you may think; sure, they prefer to run at every opportunity but can also throw if they’re so motivated. Defensively they’ve been great as well, routinely holding opponents to single-digit totals this year.

MTSU has a tendency to stall out on offense here and there, so a little ball control and some defensive prowess from the Mountaineers could go a long way.....

 

[SpaceRaider]

http://www.vegasinsider.com/college...e-state-@-appalachian-state.cfm/date/12-15-18

 

[SpaceRaider]

best on line sports books:

Appalachian State vs. Middle Tennessee Betting Preview (New Orleans Bowl)


excerpts:

• The Raiders are 5-1 ATS in their last six overall
• The Raiders are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven versus the Sun Belt
• The Raiders are 4-1 ATS in their last five following an ATS loss
• The Raiders are 1-4 ATS in their last five bowl games.
• The Mountaineers are 4-0 ATS in their last four non-conference games
• The Mountaineers are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 overall.
• The Mountaineers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 on turf
• The Mountaineers are 7-3 ATS versus a team with a winning record

Prediction: App State ranks 15th in rushing yards per game with 241.0. But only 100th in passing offense (188.6 yards per game). Meanwhile, MTSU ranks 104th in rushing offense (138.1) and 40th in passing offense (255.4). So App has an arguably slightly better offense. But they also have a much better defense. App State held opponents to 10 points or fewer on seven games this season. Moreover, they rank No. 3 in the country in passing yards allowed per game (148.1). As a matter of fact, the ‘Neers allowed just seven passing TDs this year. On the strength of their defense, take App to cover...

 

[SpaceRaider]

Fan Duel:

Betting Lines, Spread, Odds and Prop Bets for the New Orleans Bowl

excerpt:

- Away Team (MTSU) Total: Under 21.5 Points (-110) – MTSU's offense isn't anything to write home about, and it doesn't help that the Mountaineers boast the No. 5 scoring defense in the country. App State allows just 16.5 PPG and the Blue Raiders are scoring just 26.5 PPG on the season.

- Home Team (App State) Total: Over 28.5 Points (-110) – Appalachian State's defense has made it easier for the Mountaineers offense to score lower in their wins, but they still know how to punch it into the end zone. The Mountaineers are averaging 33.5 PPG on the year, and while App State has scored 28.5 or fewer in four games (21.25 PPG), they've also scored 45 points or more in four other performances (53.5 PPG).

 

[SpaceRaider]

Bowl Fan Schedule:

Dec. 14 (Friday) - R L Carriers New Orleans Bowl Luncheon featuring guest speaker Charlie Ward (New Orleands Marriott) (11:30 AM) - Tickets

Dec. 14 (Friday) - 5th annual Dashing Through the Dome 2-mile fun run (Mercedes-Benz Superdome) (6:00 PM) - Tickets (Use discount code: MTSU)

Dec. 14 (Friday) - Blue Raider Welcome (5:00 PM) (Lucy's Bar and Restaurant) - CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Dec. 14 (Friday) - Friday Night Concert featuring Cole Swindell, Dustin Lynch and Lauren Alaina (Champions Square) (7:15 PM) - Tickets

Dec. 15 (Saturday) - True Blue Tailgate (5:00 PM) (Benson Terrace at Benson Towers) - CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Dec. 15 (Saturday) - R L Carriers New Orleans Bowl Gates Open - (Mercedes-Benz Superdome) (6:30 PM)

 

[SpaceRaider]

Blue Raider Welcome & True Blue Tailgate

BLUE RAIDER WELCOME
Join the Alumni Association and the Blue Raider Athletic Association for the Blue Raider Welcome Friday, Dec. 14 from 5-7 p.m. at Lucy's! The event will take place in The Attic, a private party venue upstairs at Lucy's and will include complimentary appetizers and a cash bar featuring the signature "Blue Raider" drink! This event is family friendly and no reservations are required!

Lucy's Bar & Restaurant
701 Tchoupitoulas Street
New Orleans, LA

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

TRUE BLUE TAILGATE
Join the Alumni Association and the Blue Raider Athletic Association for the True Blue Tailgate Saturday, Dec. 15 from 5-7 p.m. at the Benson Terrace at Benson Towers before the 2018 New Orleans Bowl! The event will take place on the fifth floor and the venue is overlooking the Superdome and Champions Square! Reservations are required and the cost is $25 per adult and $15 for children (ages 4-12)!

Benson Terrace at Benson Towers
1450 Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA

Menu
Jambalaya with smoked sausage and chicken
Red beans and chisesi diced ham and rice
Chisesi Brother's turkey, ham and roast beef poboys on New Orleans fresh french bread
Homemade potato salad
Creamy coleslaw

"Dogs to the Dome" Nathan's hot dogs with all the fixings

Royal Blue and White King Cakes

Bottomless Bar Station including:
Draft beer, Champagne, Red and White Wine
Soft drinks, Bottled Water
(cash bar available as well)

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

 

[SpaceRaider]

emotional tribute to Brent Stockstill

 

[bobdizole]

emotional tribute to Brent Stockstill

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Well dang Brent got a pretty one

 

[MTFNBY5]

Never seen an ugly woman driving a Porsche, never seen a QB dating an ugly woman.

 

[SpaceRaider]

Where are the articles about the freebies they give to players at the bowl? I'm wondering what sort of goodies the players take home from this bowl.

https://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Journal/Issues/2018/12/10/Colleges/Bowl-Game-Gifts.aspx


R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
Dec. 15, 9 p.m. (ESPN)

Middle Tennessee vs. Appalachian State

New Orleans (Mercedes-Benz Superdome)

■ Gift suite; Fossil watch

 

[SpaceRaider]

 

[lightningsig]

Should be pulling into the hotel by 3 on Saturday. Quick stop at Harrahs and then on to the True Blue Tailgate. Game will end around midnight I'm sure. Late night on Bourbon St followed by a long drive to Murfreesboro on Sunday. Not how I drew it up, but I'll be there by God! I'll be there...

 

[blueraiderJT]

Should be pulling into the hotel by 3 on Saturday. Quick stop at Harrahs and then on to the True Blue Tailgate. Game will end around midnight I'm sure. Late night on Bourbon St followed by a long drive to Murfreesboro on Sunday. Not how I drew it up, but I'll be there by God! I'll be there...

Wish we could get another podcast. I loved listening to it and even being a small part of it in 2012.

 

[SpaceRaider]

 

[RaiderDawg78]

Wish we could get another podcast. I loved listening to it and even being a small part of it in 2012.

I second that. A Blue Raider Podcast would be a very nice feature for this site. I need another podcast to listen to when I’m flying.

 

[SpaceRaider]

Wautauga Democrat:

Mountaineers take on Middle Tennessee in R+L Carriers Bowl

Myquon Stout leads stout App State defense

 

[SpaceRaider]

http://www.vegasinsider.com/college...e-state-@-appalachian-state.cfm/date/12-15-18

espn has Middle Tennessee with a 34.7% chance of winning

http://www.espn.com/college-football/game/_/gameId/401032057

 

[SpaceRaider]

http://www.donbest.com/ncaaf/injuries/

Appalachian State
Date Pos Player Injury Status
12/02/18 OL Victor Johnson Leg is "?" Saturday vs Middle Tennessee
10/14/18 RB Jalin Moore Ankle is out for season

https://www.sports-reference.com//cfb/schools/middle-tennessee-state/2018.html#all_injuries

Middle Tennessee
Player Status Type Comment
CJ Windham Out Undisclosed Windham has been sidelined for undisclosed reasons and it is unclear when he will return to action.
Brad Anderson Out Undisclosed Anderson is sidelined with an undisclosed injury and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2018 season.

 

[Blueraider_Mike]

This team seems very similar to UAB - Tough D with an O that runs the ball.

 

[SpaceRaider]

 

[SpaceRaider]

Blue Raider Welcome & True Blue Tailgate

BLUE RAIDER WELCOME
Join the Alumni Association and the Blue Raider Athletic Association for the Blue Raider Welcome Friday, Dec. 14 from 5-7 p.m. at Lucy's! The event will take place in The Attic, a private party venue upstairs at Lucy's and will include complimentary appetizers and a cash bar featuring the signature "Blue Raider" drink! This event is family friendly and no reservations are required!

Lucy's Bar & Restaurant
701 Tchoupitoulas Street
New Orleans, LA

CLICK HEREFOR MORE INFO

TRUE BLUE TAILGATE
Join the Alumni Association and the Blue Raider Athletic Association for the True Blue Tailgate Saturday, Dec. 15 from 5-7 p.m. at the Benson Terrace at Benson Towers before the 2018 New Orleans Bowl! The event will take place on the fifth floor and the venue is overlooking the Superdome and Champions Square! Reservations are required and the cost is $25 per adult and $15 for children (ages 4-12)!

Benson Terrace at Benson Towers
1450 Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA

Menu
Jambalaya with smoked sausage and chicken
Red beans and chisesi diced ham and rice
Chisesi Brother's turkey, ham and roast beef poboys on New Orleans fresh french bread
Homemade potato salad
Creamy coleslaw

"Dogs to the Dome" Nathan's hot dogs with all the fixings

Royal Blue and White King Cakes

Bottomless Bar Station including:
Draft beer, Champagne, Red and White Wine
Soft drinks, Bottled Water
(cash bar available as well)

CLICK HEREFOR MORE INFO

 

[SpaceRaider]

 

[lightningsig]

Wish we could get another podcast. I loved listening to it and even being a small part of it in 2012.

You might have me mixed up with a different Sig who ran that podcast. It was fun to listen to for sure.