In re: chatter about the fake FG and the 4Q bomb that resulted in an INT, I have no issue with either play call. The fake FG was a roll of the dice. When you play a team that everyone says is the Goliath of Region 3, and you have a deficiency in talent when compared to your opponent, then using a bag of tricks should be expected. I'm fine with the fake FG. PN-G gave it shot and the Buffs stuffed it. Tip of the cap to FBM. The long 4Q bomb...well, you take a shot and sometimes it works and other times the DB makes a play. Yes, the run game was working and taking a toll on FBM. Bost was gashing the Buffs all night long with his legs. In hindsight, the deep ball was a 50/50 ball and the DB for FBM got the ball. It happens.
Outside of the long run by FBM, PN-G had control of the game. The Indians made the Buffs earn every point on the scoreboard. The turnover on downs by the Indians was a bummer. When Bost barely overthrew the WR, that was a nail-biter. The play was there. The WR was open. The throw was just a tad off. No big deal. You can't make every perfect throw when the other teams is trying to crucify you and break your arm. I give Bost credit for making play after play. Standing tall and making throws when getting hit. Tough to do and he did it all night long. He is one tough kid and incredible talent. The WR Nail was awesome. Another tough kid.
Looking back, there were a handful of plays that determined the game. I was thrilled that PN-G fought, kicked, punched, clawed, and hammered its way to a 4Q shot at winning the game. The W was there for the taking and the Indians played their asses off. I was proud of every kid on that sideline. Great gameplan by the coaches and great effort by the kids. Nothing to be upset about or hang your head about. After seeing that game, I wished PN-G had another game. The Indians found their mojo and mean streak!
Go Indians. Peace.
