Tbh, that little nugget is in my data, but I read right over it. I'll leave my write-up above alone, but the Rowley win (he's 2-6 in conference) is a bad loss for Rogotzke, and would move him down the pecking order, moving Truax to #3. Truax/Rogotzke was close enough that this would be the type of "tiebreaker" normally used.
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That would put Truax in Pinto's semi instead of Salazar. I don't think that makes much difference, although it creates a new landmine for Salazar because Rogotzke has shown the ability to stick anyone at any time, even (or possibly especially) when way behind.
I’d much rather Salazar have a semifinal against Rogotzke than Truax, from what I’ve seen of both over this season and previous seasons.
No one but Pinto would beat Bernie and big’s so I love those seeds.
Kueter for sure. If he sticks with football, he's not going to use all of his wrestling eligibility anyway because during wrestling season of his senior year, he will have to train and prepare for the NFL combine, and with millions of dollars and a shot at the NFL on the line, he won't risk either injury during wrestling or not training properly for the specific combine activities. The combine is typically a week or so before the B1Gs, so there is no time for him to complete the combine then jump into wrestling (and he won't want to risk injury ahead of the draft, either). There is no reason at all for him to redshirt in wrestling, so if he doesn't go this postseason, it's a sign he's not actually beating Hill for the spot (Hill has acquitted himself decently this year, too).
I would have agreed with you (from a Minny perspective) until I saw Rogotzke do the same thing to Malczewski that he did to Truax. He can pin anyone at any time regardless of the score or the position he's in. That's a big issue. Getting way behind then looking for a pin is not an optimal strategy to win a tournament where you can't lose even once, so I don't think he's a threat to win nationals, but in any given match, you don't want to see him across from you, especially if you are the one expected to win.
Agreed on Kueter and to augment your point: NFL Draft candidates start training for the draft immediately after the bowls. Many move to specialty training centers geared toward the draft, such as the one in Phoenix. When he's up for the draft, whichever year that is, he's not wrestling at all.
I agree on Arnold shirting but if he goes against Plott on sunday and wins I think they almost have to pull it at that point and send him to b10s at 184
If he beats Plott, then that definitely gives them more to think about, but I still think he would stay in RS. 184 doesn't have a clear cut stud like Starocci or Brooks (Keckeisen is clearly the favorite but not a dominant or unbeatable one), but there is a good bit of depth to the class with Keck, Truax, Plott, Foca, Pinto, Munoz, Salazar, Fishback, and the wildcard Rogotzke who can pin anyone at any time. Even with a win vs Plott, I don't think he would consider himself a favorite and would probably stay in RS.
Gopher coaches have been watch Rogotzke wrestle for years now, and McEnelly has beaten him using a strategy I would expect Salazar to employ should they meet up. I feel like he will be as prepared as anyone for this style.
Pretty sure he will if he gets a win Sunday which would give him over 70% win percentage
A win against Edinboro Sunday gets him to 71.43%, and he'll pass Madrigal and possibly Chlebove (who has Crookham and Van Dee left assuming all wrestle). Outside chance to pass Leiphart, thb I don't know much about the F&M Scramble. Quick look and I see; 1) above 70% and 2) 26th or so on the win% list.
Lehigh wrestles Arizona State the same day as the F&M Scramble. No inside info on who is going where, but I’d guess Crookham and gang will be wrestling at ASU.
Brackets are out and Crookham wrestles Peyton Fenton from Ohio St. Only 2 entries at 133. Since it’s only 1 match, Crookham could fly out to Tempe for the dual tonight.
1st Place Match
For 133 criteria, it is good for PSU if Crookhan wrestles at ASU. Not happening though.
If Nelson Brands is coming back next year, it would make most sense this year for Gabe and PK to wrestle off for 174, and the loser goes 184…
Rogotzke, is a complete wild card. He could easily beat anyone or he could get beat by anyone, he has had so many WTF matches both good and bad. I agree, the smaller the tourney the more dangerous he is. At nationals he could pull off a huge upset but also will likely lose to a kid he shouldn't.
Meh, between Roar and yourself, I have a pretty good idea what's going on. 😎
Accuracy and thoughtfulness have no place in the NCAA. As far as being in the room, Roar has far too much dignity.
Personally I appreciate how B1Gs does the seeds. There is some common sense involved. Roar was as thorough as can be (same with jmadden). That being said..no way Nagao going to get an 8 seed, Truax wasn’t going to fall behind Rogatske, Yara had some bad losses and ends at 4, etc). This common sense won’t come into play at NCAA seeding since they use a strict matrix.
I'd hate to be one of the guys who gave their best version all season long, and earned that seed, but got bumped down and got a tougher opener that puts my NCAA qualification at risk, because some committee speculated that Amine saved his best for the postseason.
