Three years ago, Kent State's 5-7 season was a disappointing one.
Four years ago, it competed in a bowl game, won 22 games, and brought back the 2019 Frisco Bowl under Sean Lewis. Then everything collapsed.
Lewis - now head coach at San Diego State - Kenni Burs served as the offensive coordinator for Colorado State coaches, and after losing almost everyone's efforts through the transfer portal, Kenni Burs took over the Golden Flash in an all-time effort, which was a fight - very good.
Kent State scored 1-23 in the Burns game, with the only win coming from Central Connecticut, which is ranked by FCS. Of the 22 losses to the FBS team - the losses from the FCS to St. Francis last year - 21 of them were double digits.
Burns has been released as interim principal for alleged breach of contract, and now Kent has started again from scratch.
It's hard to find the right transfer to fill the gap, there's no real depth, which means Carney can let it tear apart.
Kent State scored 1-21 in 1982 and 1983 and rebounded with a four-win 1984 season. Anything close to competition will be good enough.
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- Mark Carney will serve as offensive coordinator, Currently, as well as the chief coaching duties. After the last death, offense and third conversion nationwide, he will have to find something, something that works.
The first step is to try to piece together a line that returns to a starter Dustyn Morell, a versatile blocker who can work on the right tackle but may settle down. The transfer portal will take care of the rest, desperately requiring 6-6 pound teenagers Diallo (Emory and Henry) and Jamarcus Hill (SE Missouri) to perform well in the Tackle.
- Running competition is the second worst in college football - Yes, Colorado - But it dies in every digit.
KY Thomas is the only gold flash that has been completed after over 145 yards, and now Minnesota transfer Jordan Nubin is taking care of the job. He ran 559 yards in his sophomore year, but only 11 times last year.
- The situation at quarterback will be an ongoing effort. CJ Montes from Fordham should be the best option, but Devin Kargman is a big option. Neither of him had the highest target Crishon McCray threw at Michigan State - he disappeared with Luke Floria's distance, with only one touchdown catch last year.
Jay Jay Etheridge will work outside after 14 goals with 14 points, while Dashawn Martin is fourth on the team with eight grabs. Juco transfers Da'realyst Clark and Christian Berry from Davidson's tension must be a factor immediately.
- As bad as offense, Defence is even worse. Death nationwide, nationally, defensive score, defensive score - too hard. For good and bad, there are more to return to production needs to be established.
It started with the defender’s corps, Mason Woods finished second on the team with 68 tackles, while Canaan Williams added 46 stops and had a few games behind the line.
- There are also many parts in the secondary. Top tackle safety Josh Baka has disappeared, but CJ Young is a promising option along with third-leading tackle Tevin Tucker, who scored 65 tackles on two breakups.
None of the corners took the pass and now joins sophomore Joel Boaham and Jaire Rawlison to present anyone who can produce. But they need...
- Passes are in a hurry. Not much last year, and production has also disappeared. Backups must become key starters, especially outside, with seniors Antoine Campbell and Mattheus Campbell having to fall behind. Southern Illinois transfer Jamond Mathis should help.
There is almost no size inside, but the 280-pound Pete transfer Thomas Aden will mix together in a tackle beside the 275-pound Mason Maddux.
Find something that works
No one expects Kent to do a lot, but there must be a positive identity to some extent. Opposing teams have to find something to worry about. First, be able to pass the ball a little bit. Last year's team averaged three yards per carry in just two games. There must be a push. so…
Garrett Masterson and Jr.
This is not a big offensive line, but there should be a little size inside. Ground games require someone to run reliably, and the 6-6 pound 315 pound Materson has enough experience to be that guy.
Top transfer in: CJ Montes, QB Sr.
He is a great passer for Fordham in 2023, with only one draft pick for 3,000 yards and 26 touchdowns. He only played three games last year and now he will push for the starter show at Kent State.
Top transfer: Edge Sr. Kameron Olds.
Last season, Alders was one of the few big producers, leading the team with six sacks along with 42 tackles. Now. He will be a key part of the Kentucky defensive front.
Buffalo, September 13
The 21-game losing streak should end in the opening match against Merrimack, but the FBS team's final victory was against Buffalo at the end of 2022. This is the first time since 2020 that it has started its 2-1 season at a 2-1 pace since 2012, and it will be a huge shot.
- 2025 Kent Schedule Failure
1. TevinTucker, S Soph.
2. Mason Woods (LB Sr.)
3. JordanNubin, RB Sr.
4. Canaan Williams, LB Jr.
5. Jay Jay Etheridge
6. DustynMorell and Jr.
7. Dashawn Martin, WR/KR, Soph.
8. Antoine Campbell, Mr.
9. Weekly Cross, LB Sr.
10. Devin Kargman, QB Jr.
- First quarter score: opponent 142, Kent State University 31
- Touchdowns: Opponent 35, Kent State 35
- Third Conversion: Opponent 146 (49%), Kent State University No. 27 (19%)
Kent State is probably one of the toughest situations in any college football this season. This cannot be taken for granted, but Merrimack has to win to start the campaign, and UMass is an essential Mac Home Jate in mid-October.
If the planets are aligned correctly on the right day, in this season of keeping mode, then the victory will be a win and there may be a shocking place.
Give Kent State Gold Flash a victory 2
Possible Win: Merrimack
50/50 Game: UMass
Possible Losses: in Akron, in Ball, Bowling Green, Buffalo, Central Michigan, Florida, Northern Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas Tech, Toledo