The Black Pearl

As many of you may remember from years past, the Pirates from ECU are capable of coming into Morgantown and throwing a wrench into the system. This year seems to be different. Our offense is clicking like a well oiled machine; averaging 47 points/game (9th in the nation), gaining 344 yards/game rushing (2nd in the nation), and totaling 507 yards/game total offense (16th in the nation). Now it seems the defense is on the right track. Although not stupendous, our defense is ranked 44th nationally in scoring (20.3 points/game), 22nd in rush yards allowed/game, and 22nd in interceptions (1.3 per game). Considering our offense-defense point averages, we should win this game.
Now onto ECU. Their offense is averaging 20.7 points/game, 343.7 yards/game, and 242.6 passing yards/game (our weakness). Their defense has given up an average of 361.3 yards/game, their turnover ratio is -3, and have given up 25.3 points/game. Thus far, they have lost to a vulnerable VT team, a 2-1 S. Miss team, and have beaten UNC (well it's UNC). Over their three games, their point difference is -4.5.
So, does ECU have a chance this weekend? No. Will this game help the Mountaineer's quiet their critics? No. Will it be a beautiful day for watching football in Morgantown? Yes.