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Sacramento State Regular Season Predictions

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This will be the second to last time I talk about Sac on this board. The last will be when we play them in October. Let’s dive in!

August 30 @ South Dakota State - L. A new era for both teams and a critically important game for both teams with more tough tests looming. Both teams are gonna be out for blood in this game but I like the Jacks at home.

September 6 @ Nevada - L. This one’s a tough call. The Wolfpack went 3-10 in Choach’s first season last year, but lost an abundance of close games that would’ve made them bowl eligible. Choach’s teams are known for progressively getting better each year, so I suspect they will be better this year. I won’t be one bit surprised if Sac wins but I’m gonna give Nevada the edge here.

September 13 vs. Mercyhurst - W. The Lakers are gonna log some serious miles in non-conference. They have road games at Sac, in Bozeman, and at SDSU. Should be light work for Sac.

September 20 vs. Central Arkansas - W. The Bears had a decent run there for a bit but I think their best days are behind them.

September 27 vs. Cal Poly - W. Three straight home games, three straight wins.

October 4 BYE

October 11 @ Weber State - W. Weber has the chance to do the funniest thing here. Too bad Weber sucks.

October 18 vs. Northern Colorado - W. A softball before the big game next week

October 24 vs. Montana - W. Dare I say the biggest game in Sac State history? Friday night on ESPN2 with a microscope focused squarely on them after all the shit they’ve been talking all offseason. They will be pulling out all the stops in this game with the national stage in Sacramento and a chance to make a big impression to everyone. I would love nothing more than for us to kick the shit out of these guys and run them out of their own building, but Hornet Stadium has been a house of horrors for us for over a decade. Plus it’s always the biggest game of the year for any team when the Montana Grizzlies come to town. I’m gonna go with Sac in this game, but please god Griz prove me wrong and let’s win this one!

November 1 @ Eastern Washington - W. Jayden Rashida’s gonna have a field day against the porous Eastern D. He might throw for 7 TD’s in this game.

November 8 @ Portland State - W. Another easy game.

November 15 vs. Idaho - W. Sac could very well be in the title race in the Big Sky by this point. I don’t think Idaho quite has the dogs to go on the road and win this game. Close, but I lean Sac.

November 22 @ UC Davis - L. Davis gives Sac one final middle finger on their way out the Big Sky and wins the Causeway Classic.

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I got Sac State going 9-3. I think they’re the most unpredictable team in all the FCS. There’s no doubt they brought in a ton of talent but that’s also a ton of new faces. Not to mention they’re not exactly in anybody’s good graces and will have a huge target on their back. That’s my prediction. Thoughts???
 
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October 24 vs. Montana - W. Dare I say the biggest game in Sac State history? Friday night on ESPN2 with a microscope focused squarely on them after all the shit they’ve been talking all offseason. They will be pulling out all the stops in this game with that national stage in Sacramento and a chance to make a big impression to everyone. I would love nothing more than for us to kick the shit out of these guys and run them out of their own building, but Hornet Stadium has been a house of horrors for us for over a decade. Plus it’s always the biggest game of the year for any team when the Montana Grizzlies come to town. I’m gonna go with Sac in this game, but please god Griz prove me wrong and let’s win this one!
This game is going to mean a lot to the Griz... feel like this is the year they get fired up in Hornet Stadium and come home with a fitting send off for SAC State and win this one...!!
 
Never payed close attention to UNLV’s offense last year. What makes it so special? Statistically they’re very similar to the scats.
 
I wish Sac vs Nevada game was at noon I would try and Drive down catch that game and be home for Griz kickoff.

Very interesting scenarios coming out of the first Three weeks of FCS football

1. Sac beats both SDSU and NEVADA they move into top 2 in rankings. Lose both games transfers start wondering why they moved to Sac to lose games and not go FBS the following year. ( could get ugly)

2. SDSU beats both Sac and Cats they look like the second best team and their season comes down to Bison game for seeding. If jackrabbits lose both games they face tough teams in MVFC with what will be considered not a very good team.

3. Cats beat SDSU then does not have another close game until the Brawl.
Lose to both Oregon and SDSU still don't have another tough game until the Brawl lol!
 
Sac is easily the most talented team in the Big Sky this year with all their crazy new additions.

Could definitely see them run the table if Marion gets them all gelling and motivated, but they're not unbeatable.

But I don't think we're going to beat them down there on such a big stage, either.

I think they go 11-1, and could see them anywhere from 8-4 if things get rough to 12-0.
 
Sac is easily the most talented team in the Big Sky this year with all their crazy new additions.

Could definitely see them run the table if Marion gets them all gelling and motivated, but they're not unbeatable.

But I don't think we're going to beat them down there on such a big stage, either.

I think they go 11-1, and could see them anywhere from 8-4 if things get rough to 12-0.
Closest comparison I can make is 23 Colorado team. Tons of talent from recruiting and transfer portal, more off-season hype than any school in their division, and their coach wore a cowboy hat.
They had very little success with all that talent, why will Sac be any different??
 
August 30 @ South Dakota State - L
September 6 @ Nevada - W
September 13 vs. Mercyhurst - W
September 20 vs. Central Arkansas - W
September 27 vs. Cal Poly - W
October 4 BYE
October 11 @ Weber State - W
October 18 vs. Northern Colorado - W
October 24 vs. Montana - L
November 1 @ Eastern Washington - W
November 8 @ Portland State - W
November 15 vs. Idaho - W
November 22 @ UC Davis - W

10-2 (7-1 BSC), Top 8 Seed
 
August 30 @ South Dakota State - L
September 6 @ Nevada - W
September 13 vs. Mercyhurst - W
September 20 vs. Central Arkansas - W
September 27 vs. Cal Poly - W
October 4 BYE
October 11 @ Weber State - W
October 18 vs. Northern Colorado - W
October 24 vs. Montana - L
November 1 @ Eastern Washington - W
November 8 @ Portland State - W
November 15 vs. Idaho - W
November 22 @ UC Davis - W

10-2 (7-1 BSC), Top 8 Seed
Can you answer my question to what makes Marion’s Go-Go Offense go? What’s he do differently that’s given him credit for being so innovative?
 
These guys are going to be like the 2023 Colorado Buffaloes. All the talent and hype in the world to not win shit. I have them going 6-6 and missing the playoffs. They have talent and will show that in flashes. They could pull a big upset but will also collapse against an inferior team maybe many times.
 
Can you answer my question to what makes Marion’s Go-Go Offense go? What’s he do differently that’s given him credit for being so innovative?

The Go-Go offense is a modern, fast-paced offensive football scheme that blends elements of traditional power football with spread concepts, often out of two-back shotgun formations. It was developed by Brennan Marion, a former college coach who made the scheme famous while coordinating record-breaking offenses at smaller programs like Howard University.

🧠 Key Characteristics of the Go-Go Offense:

  1. Two Running Backs in the Backfield
    • Unlike most spread offenses that use one running back, the Go-Go consistently keeps two backs in the backfield.
    • Backs are often aligned side-by-side or slightly staggered, giving the offense multiple run/pass threats on both sides of the formation.
  2. Shotgun Formation
    • The quarterback lines up in shotgun, but the offense still emphasizes the run game—a blend of zone reads, power runs, and RPOs (run-pass options).
  3. Tempo and Misdirection
    • High-paced tempo is used to wear down defenses.
    • Motion, fakes, and deception are used to keep defenses off-balance, particularly with jet motions and play-action looks.
  4. Power + Spread Hybrid
    • Combines downhill running with wide formations and vertical passing concepts.
    • It's not purely finesse like some Air Raid schemes; it incorporates physical blocking and gap-scheme runs.
  5. Creative Formations & Pre-Snap Movement
    • Frequent use of motion and unorthodox alignments to disguise intentions and stress defensive assignments.
    • Sometimes includes stacked receivers, compressed sets, or unbalanced lines.

🆚 How It's Different from Other Offenses:​

OffenseBackfieldFocusKey Traits
Go-Go2 RBsBalanced (run + pass)Tempo, misdirection, versatility
Spread1 RBPass-firstWide formations, fast tempo
Air Raid1 RBHeavy pass4-5 WRs, quick throws
Pro-Style1-2 RBs + FB/TEBalancedUnder center, play-action, varied personnel
Wing-T/Option2-3 backsRun-heavyMisleading motions, pulling linemen

✅ Why It Works:​

  • Confuses defenses by forcing them to prepare for both power runs and modern passing schemes.
  • Creates mismatches, especially with motion and dual-back threats.
  • Maximizes talent, particularly when there are multiple capable backs or hybrid athletes.

🏈 Notable Usage:​

  • Howard University (2017): Brennan Marion’s offense upset UNLV 43–40 as a 45-point underdog—the biggest point-spread upset in college football history.
  • Has since influenced college programs and some NFL wrinkles (e.g., Ravens with Lamar Jackson occasionally use similar two-back shotgun sets).
 
Closest comparison I can make is 23 Colorado team. Tons of talent from recruiting and transfer portal, more off-season hype than any school in their division, and their coach wore a cowboy hat.
They had very little success with all that talent, why will Sac be any different??
I could definitely see a world where they completely fall on their faces, but I don't think that 2023 CU team is a good comparison for them for several reasons, chiefly among those is that getting an influx of top FBS talent to an FBS team playing other top FBS teams just puts you on an even playing field.

Sac adding arguably top FBS talent to an FCS team against other FCS teams is not the same thing.

Colorado being unable to beat 5 ranked Pac-12 teams, a surging Utah, and a Cam Ward-led Wazzu team that was a nightmare matchup for their defense just means they couldn't hang with programs that had similar talent.

The talent Sac has will rival NDSU (on paper) as being much more talented than the majority of FCS teams, even those ranked highly.

I think a much better comp would be the 2021 Jackson State team that won 11 games.

I think things would have to go completely sideways (which would be hilarious) for them to go worse than 8-4.
 
I could definitely see a world where they completely fall on their faces, but I don't think that 2023 CU team is a good comparison for them for several reasons, chiefly among those is that getting an influx of top FBS talent to an FBS team playing other top FBS teams just puts you on an even playing field.

Sac adding arguably top FBS talent to an FCS team against other FCS teams is not the same thing.

Colorado being unable to beat 5 ranked Pac-12 teams, a surging Utah, and a Cam Ward-led Wazzu team that was a nightmare matchup for their defense just means they couldn't hang with programs that had similar talent.

The talent Sac has will rival NDSU (on paper) as being much more talented than the majority of FCS teams, even those ranked highly.

I think a much better comp would be the 2021 Jackson State team that won 11 games.

I think things would have to go completely sideways (which would be hilarious) for them to go worse than 8-4.
They are comparable to NDSU on paper but these games are played on turf, not paper. I think when times are tough they will not have the team chemistry to get through it together.
 
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