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The Roost Podcast | Ep 89 – Rice Football vs Arkansas Game Preview

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Matthew and Carter preview the first game of the 2021 Rice Football season this week, breaking down how the Owls match up against Arkansas.

Rice football opens its 2021 season on Saturday against former Southwest Conference foe Arkansas. The Owls will have their hands full against an SEC opponent, but the new-look offense and depth on the defense should give them some confidence. Matthew and Carter break down those matchups and preview the game itself.

You can find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 89.

Episode Notes

  • Housekeeping
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    • Check out the Blue and Gray Preview Show every Wednesday at Noon, hosted by Matthew and Rice radio broadcaster JP Heath
    • Don’t forget to grab your copy of the 2021 Rice Football Season Preview.
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  • Rice Football vs Arkansas Game Preview 
    • How will Bradley Rozner fair against the Arkansas secondary?
    • What can Rice do to create opportunities in the running game?
    • Evaluating the possibilities of a two-quarterback system
    • Can Rice effectively contain star wideout Traylon Burks?
    • Matchups we like
    • What’s keeping you up at night?
    • One bold prediction…

Where can you find us?

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The Roost Podcast | Ep 88 – 2021 Rice Football Offensive Preview

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Matthew and Carter preview the 2021 Rice Football offense this week, breaking down each position, and of course, discussing the quarterback battle.

Last week we delved into the depths of the Rice football defense, moving on from our offseason team previews and turning our attention solely toward the Owls. This week we continue on our Rice-centric discussion, this time turning our attention to the offensive side of the ball. The quarterback battle has been covered in depth in the camp reports, but we give some additional perspective there as a part of our larger overview of the Owls’ offensive attack.

Be sure to stick around for a quick game at the end and as always, you can find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 88.

Episode Notes

  • Housekeeping
    • Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on your platform of choice. Every little bit helps.
    • Don’t forget to grab your copy of the 2021 Rice Football Season Preview.
    • Please support us on Patreon. Be the first to get the inside scoop on what’s going on with Rice football and stick around for even further analysis. That includes updates from fall camp, practices and more.
      Become a Patron!
  • Rice Football Offensive Preview 
    • How much confidence should we have in the offensive line?
    • Evaluating the varied skillsets and possibilities at the running back position
    • Sifting through a bevy of seemingly reliable pass-catching options
    • How much of a role will the tight ends play in the passing game?
    • Who’s the leader in the quarterback race and how will the Owls approach the position this fall?
    • What’s more likely to happen…

Where can you find us?

Download and subscribe to The Roost Podcast on any of your favorite podcast providers. The show is available on iTunes, GooglePlay, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and PodBean. Please consider leaving a review wherever you listen.

Subscribe on Patreon for exclusive Rice football recruiting updates, practice notes and more.

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The Roost Podcast | Ep 87 – 2021 Rice Football Defensive Preview

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It’s time to talk defense. Matthew and Carter preview the 2021 Rice Football defense this week, breaking down each position’s strengths and concerns.

Up to this point, the offseason has focused on far-reaching Conference USA discussions, opponent previews and guest appearances from Phil Steele, Dave Campbell Texas Football’s Shehan Jeyarajah, a slew of Rice fan favorites and guests from across the country. It’s been a fun ride, but now it’s time to hunker down and focus our attention solely on Rice football. This week we’ll tackle the defense.

Be sure to stick around for a quick game at the end and as always, you can find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 87.

Episode Notes

  • Housekeeping
    • Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on your platform of choice. Every little bit helps.
    • We’re giving away a free copy of the 2021 Rice Football Season Preview to someone who leaves a 5-star review this week!
    • Please support us on Patreon. Be the first to get the inside scoop on what’s going on with Rice football and stick around for even further analysis. That includes updates from fall camp, practices and more.
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  • Rice Football Defensive Preview 
    • Breaking down the impact of the De’Braylon Carroll injury
    • How much havoc will the front seven be able to force?
    • How will the linebackers move forward without Blaze Alldredge?
    • Now healthy, what’s the next step for the Rice secondary?
    • Which under-the-radar names could take on bigger roles later in the year?
    • What’s more likely to happen…

Where can you find us?

Download and subscribe to The Roost Podcast on any of your favorite podcast providers. The show is available on iTunes, GooglePlay, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and PodBean. Please consider leaving a review wherever you listen.

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The Roost Podcast | Ep 86 – Houston Football with Sam & Dustin

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We’re only a few weeks away from Houston football and Rice meeting on the gridiron once more. Sam and Dustin from the Scott & Holman Pawdcast fill us in on the Owls’ crosstown rivals.

The Bayou Bucket wasn’t played in 2020, adding intrigue and importance to the upcoming matchup between Houston football and Rice. Both programs believe themselves to be on the upswing and will enter the game fresh off challenging nonconference games the week prior.

What should we make of the Cougars’ contingent and how do their faithful feel about the team? We sat down with Sam and Dustin from the Scott and Holman Pawdcast this week to look ahead at Houston’s 2021 season.

Be sure to stick around for the Lightning Round and as always, you can find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 86.

Episode Notes

  • Housekeeping
    • Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on your platform of choice. Every little bit helps.
    • Please support us on Patreon. Be the first to get the inside scoop on what’s going on with Rice football and stick around for even further analysis. That includes updates from fall camp, practices and more.
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  • Sam and Dustin join the show — The Scott and Holman crew unpacks their outlook on Houston football, including:
    • What could be a make-or-break year for the Cougars
    • Expectations for quarterback Clayton Tune
    • Which players on offense could emerge as difference makers
    • Concerns on the offensive line
    • An upswing in confidence in the Houston defense
    • The Lightning Round

Where can you find us?

Download and subscribe to The Roost Podcast on any of your favorite podcast providers. The show is available on iTunes, GooglePlay, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and PodBean. Please consider leaving a review wherever you listen.

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The Roost Podcast | Ep 85 – WKU, Charlotte and Conference USA with Eric Henry

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We wrap up our opponent previews this week with Eric Henry of Underdog Dynasty who joins us to talk WKU, Charlotte and Conference USA football.

Rice football opens fall camp this week and the Conference USA Football season is right around the corner. We close out our conference opponent previews this week, breaking down the Owls’ two cross-divisional opponents in 2021: Charlotte and Western Kentucky.

Eric Henry gives us his insight on both programs as well as some odds and ends throughout the conference. His reaction from media days and his takeaways from a busy offseason made for an interesting conversation.

Be sure to stick around for his conference champion picks and his run at the Lightning Round. You can always find previous episodes on the podcast page. For now, give a listen to Episode 85.

Episode Notes

  • Housekeeping
    • Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on your platform of choice. Every little bit helps.
    • Please support us on Patreon. Be the first to get the inside scoop on what’s going on with Rice football and stick around for even further analysis. That includes updates from fall camp, practices and more.
      Become a Patron!
  • Eric Henry joins the show — Eric unpacks his Conference USA outlook, focusing on WKU and Charlotte, including:
    • The Bailey Zappe hype train
    • The ceiling for Western Kentucky in 2021
    • What to make of Chris Reynolds’ job security at Charlotte
    • Will Healy’s outlook in Year 3 after a tough 2020 season
    • Sleepers to contend for Conference USA offensive and defensive MVP
    • The Lightning Round

Where can you find us?

Download and subscribe to The Roost Podcast on any of your favorite podcast providers. The show is available on iTunes, GooglePlay, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn and PodBean. Please consider leaving a review wherever you listen.

Subscribe on Patreon for exclusive Rice football recruiting updates, practice notes and more.

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