NCCU vs. Winston-Satem State (9-11-2010)

[Bro. Askia Musa Afiba]

NCCU defenders Xavier Proctor (90) and Calvin Hillie (10) crush WSSU quarterback Jarrett Dunston during the 2009 meeting between the Rams and Eagles. (Photo by Robert Lawson)

NCCU FOOTBALL HOSTS RIVAL WSSU RAMS SATURDAY
http://www.nccueaglepride.com/news/2010/9/7/FB_0907104404.aspx?path=football

Both Teams Enter Contest with Unbeaten Records
Kyle Serba, Assocaite A.D. for Media Relations9/7/2010 9:30:32 PM

[Bro. Askia Musa Afiba]

Rison plans for Johnson's return
http://www.heraldsun.net/printer_friendly/9414268

09.07.10 - 10:15 pm

BY JOE JOHNSON
jjohnson@heraldsun.com; 419-6667



DURHAM -- N.C. Central football coach Mose Rison fully expects quarterback Michael Johnson to be in uniform and ready to start Saturday when the Eagles host Winston-Salem State in their second game.

Johnson was held out of NCCU's season-opening 59-0 victory over Johnson C. Smith because he had not received his annual clearance by the NCAA to play. On Tuesday at his weekly news conference, Rison said he still was waiting for Johnson's clearance but that his status within the team has not changed.

"Michael Johnson is still our starting quarterback," Rison said. "I announced to the team [Monday] that he is our starting quarterback. He will still take the majority of reps at No. 1 and Keon [Williams] will take the backup reps.

"Right now, I am preparing Michael Johnson to be the starting quarterback on Saturday until I am told differently."

Williams found out on Thursday night that he was going to start the opener for NCCU and delivered a solid performance that Rison called the best game of his college career. Williams went 14-of-22 for 110 yards and four touchdowns.

"I think he played his best game, no question about it," Rison said. "He played within himself. I thought Keon Williams looked like a player who had been in this system for some time. He clearly understands it, and I thought he did a magnificent job running out offense."

But even if Johnson is able to return to the lineup, NCCU will be without a couple of reserve defensive players against the Rams.

Defensive tackle Charles Goodwin was ejected in the fourth quarter along with three Johnson C. Smith players for an on-field altercation. Rison said a subsequent review of the incident has resulted in backup linebacker Roger Stewart being suspended for Saturday's game against Winston-Salem State. Rison said Stewart threw a punch during the incident.

"We talk with the kids about sportsmanship," Rison said. "There was nothing for us to do other than keep playing hard, stay healthy and get off the field and get the game over.

"There was a lot of little chippy stuff going on, and we got caught in it. Some of my kids made a mistake."

Overall, Rison said he was pleased with the effort in the opener, though he had not expected the outcome to be so lopsided.

"We thought the kids executed every facet of the game plan," Rison said. "I was really, really pleased with the way the defense played. We made [Johnson C. Smith] one dimensional, and they couldn't run the football."

As a result of their dominating performance against Johnson C. Smith, three NCCU players earned honorable mention honors this week for the College Football Performance Awards in the Football Championship Subdivision, including Williams, Stewart and linebacker Calvin Hillie.

Stewart had two solo stops, including a tackle for a loss, and returned an interception 83 yards for a touchdown. Hillie led the Eagles with six tackles, including four solo and a sack.

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[WileECoyote06]

31 - 21 Eagles. 

[OGRamball3r]

I like the fact that the eagles are so confident!  It makes victory that much sweeter.  This ram team is not the kind of team they have been used to seeing, so they better be ready.  The aggies were as confident as the eagles are and you see what happened to them.    WSSU 28  NCCU 21

[y04185]

go rams.  i have a cousin playing for wssu.  for the first time since my broncos stampeded in durham i will not want the eagles to win.

[WileECoyote06]

I like the fact that the eagles are so confident!  It makes victory that much sweeter.  This ram team is not the kind of team they have been used to seeing, so they better be ready.  The aggies were as confident as the eagles are and you see what happened to them.    WSSU 28  NCCU 21

We have a bit more faith in our second string quarterback than the Aggies did.  Furthermore, you will not leave OKelly-Riddick with a win if you have five giveaways again. 

Lamar Whidbee (should be a familiar name). . . meet your former teammates.  Now go catch three touchdown passes.

[TrueEagle]

I like the fact that the eagles are so confident!  It makes victory that much sweeter.  This ram team is not the kind of team they have been used to seeing, so they better be ready.  The aggies were as confident as the eagles are and you see what happened to them.    WSSU 28  NCCU 21

You know it's funny you say that because we think the same thing about you guys. You beat a uncharacteristically weak VUU squad that Shaw just took to the woodshed. You barely beat an a&t team that was missing their starting QB and about 13 other players. None of that was WSSU's fault but you would think that the Rams were the NY Jets or something.

Don't just sing it....bring it! If ya want some, come get some.

[eagle pride]

I like the fact that the eagles are so confident!  It makes victory that much sweeter.  This ram team is not the kind of team they have been used to seeing, so they better be ready.  The aggies were as confident as the eagles are and you see what happened to them.    WSSU 28  NCCU 21

You know it's funny you say that because we think the same thing about you guys. You beat a uncharacteristically weak VUU squad that Shaw just took to the woodshed. You barely beat an a&t team that was missing their starting QB and about 13 other players. None of that was WSSU's fault but you would think that the Rams were the NY Jets or something.

Don't just sing it....bring it! If ya want some, come get some.

Exactly!  Those Rams are getting beside themselves.

[Snapper]

I think I will try to make this game. It should be good Both football and band wise.

[Bro. Askia Musa Afiba]

Rams will face ex-teammates on Saturday
http://www2.journalnow.com/content/2010/sep/08/rams-will-face-ex-teammates-on-saturday/sports-college/

By John Dell

JOURNAL REPORTER

Winston-Salem State will see some familiar faces on the opposite sideline Saturday at N.C. Central.

Quarterback Jordan Reid, defensive lineman Charles Goodwin, offensive lineman Julian Gray, defensive lineman Chase Tripp and wide receiver Lamar Whidbee -- all with the Rams last season -- now play for Central. Reid and Goodwin redshirted last season, and Gray was a starter in 2008 and 2009.

All five went through spring practice with the Rams, but when scholarships had to be reduced to get down to the Division II maximum of 36, some players left. Reid, Goodwin, Gray, Tripp and Whidbee transferred without losing a year of eligibility after WSSU stopped its transition to Division I.

Coach Mose Rison of Central said that playing against former teammates shouldn't be any extra incentive.

"I spoke to them briefly about that," Rison said. "But we haven't talked a lot about that as far as playing against former teammates and stuff like that. For us, it's just another football game but I will tell you that (the WSSU transfers) are great kids and good football players."

Reid steadily climbed up the depth chart in preseason camp and is backing up starter Keon Williams. He saw his first college action in last week's 59-0 romp against Johnson C. Smith and was 1 for 4 passing for 13 yards.

Rison said that Goodwin was in on about 20 plays but did not record a tackle.

"Jordan Reid is No. 2 on our depth chart and has done an outstanding job," Rison said. "He's been able to learn this offense and has been able to execute what we are trying to do."

Rison said that the transfers have adjusted well.

"Because of (WSSU's) transition back to Division II, it just so happens those guys transferred here with an opportunity to play Division I football and that's just how you have to look at it," Rison said.

Rison said he plans to play Reid on Saturday.

"I have every intention to give (Reid) a chance to play on Saturday," he said, "so he'll go through his normal process of practicing this week so I will definitely have him prepared…."

Rison said that Goodwin (6-6, 240) has made tremendous strides in the weight room.

"He's growing up and has put on some weight," Rison said. "He's got a tremendous upside, and we will be looking for improvement from him as the season goes on."

jdell@wsjournal.com
727-4081

[The Sloping Hills and Verdent Green]

This game is going to be alive and kicking.  I am expecting a sellout crowd for this game.  Get to OKR Stadium early to get you a seat.

GO EAGLES!!!    BEAT THE rams!!!!

[Bro. Askia Musa Afiba]

BOTH Marching Bands should put on excellent Shows as well !!!!

 

Take care!

[NCCU05]

Hello ppl!

Alright Rams....lets not be facetious! I have to agree with Wile. You played VUU who just got smashed by Shaw. And you beat A&T....need I say more. If you bring those fumbles and interceptions to O'kelly Riddick, those eagles won't be as generous as those aggies. With that being said....I expect it to be a great game! I have no clue who's going to take this one home. Neither schools have faced strong teams.

As far as the bands....hmmm.....I'll hand this one to good ol' NCCU!

Question for the eagles--- do you think Johnson will perform as well as Williams? Should Rison keep Williams in since he played well last week. To be honest, I don't think Johnson has done that well. KEEP WILLIAMS!

[WileECoyote06]

Hello ppl!

Alright Rams....lets not be facetious! I have to agree with Wile. You played VUU who just got smashed by Shaw. And you beat A&T....need I say more. If you bring those fumbles and interceptions to O'kelly Riddick, those eagles won't be as generous as those aggies. With that being said....I expect it to be a great game! I have no clue who's going to take this one home. Neither schools have faced strong teams.

As far as the bands....hmmm.....I'll hand this one to good ol' NCCU!

Question for the eagles--- do you think Johnson will perform as well as Williams? Should Rison keep Williams in since he played well last week. To be honest, I don't think Johnson has done that well. KEEP WILLIAMS!

Not sure.  . .one advantage that Johnson has over Williams, is that he is allowed to audible.   I didn't see where Williams was allowed to audible in the last game.

Even though Williams managed the game well, the real stars were the running backs (239 yards).  I can't believe the guy from Mauldin, SC was redshirted.  I thought sure he'd be a starter or second-string by October. 

[OGRamball3r]

Don't get beside yourselves!  You beat are perennial bottom dweller in JCSmith and think that you did something?  A&T did'nt have 13 players but it would have made no difference.  How much better is their starter...really?  How many games did they win last year?  Our defense has always been good but it had no help from the offense in the past...not the case this year.  So buckle your chin straps good because we are coming to pluck some feathers and clip some wings!  As bad as we were last year you guys barely won the game.  We have a new coach, a new offense but better yet....a new attitude.  I hope the team is a overconfident as you guys are....it will be funny watching you walk out the stadium trying to figure out how did y'all let that happen.  Let me help you with that.....you did'nt, we made it happen!  Peace.