Posted by NoleCC

By Bill Kristoph

What the heck has happened the uniforms are Maryland? Seriously, I know the Under Armour inventor is a graduate, but it is possible to make the uniforms out of the fabric and still have them look nice. I dread the day that FSU gets the Nike Stripe… or even worse a VT left-shoulder-only trim color. Supposedly, uniforms don’t win games. I disagree. A uniform gives players a sense of pride, that makes them want to defend their turf. In effect, they want to “Protect This House.”

The ‘Noles will protect Doak on Saturday.’,'FSU is a top 10 team, that had a bad week against Virginia. Last week, had Drew Weatherford not been pulled too early, the offense would have rolled for the entire first half against Duke. In fact, aside from the Miami game, the FSU offense has been much brighter than the critics predicted. Even better, they get better as the game goes on, scoring 10+ points in the 4th quarter for the last six games. And on a shocking note, all but one FSU starting quarterback has thrown for 300+ yards against Maryland in a game. That all adds up to another productive day on FSU’s home turf, Doak Campbell Stadium.

Defensively the Seminoles need to play better. If Sam Hollenbach is healthy and given time in the pocket, Maryland will have success attacking FSU’s corners. Joel Statham is a less desirable option for the Terps, however, he has plenty of game experience to help Maryland if necessary. FSU needs to remember that not all pass interference calls are bad, but when one guy has 4 in a game, there is a problem. FSU also needs to stop the stupid late-hit penalties, by seniors, who never seem to learn.

If this game was in Maryland, Seminole fans would have to worry more about the outcome. Expect a full crowd for Homecoming at FSU. Cool temperatures will keep Seminole fans loud and proud. FSU has the better uniforms. That all adds up to an FSU victory.

‘Noles 38 Terps 10