Will RU fans storm the field if we defeat Washington ?

[yesrutgers01]

Dudes- here it is- let's say for some reason we win a laugher- 37-14...the fans would have already calmed down and most likely- not storm the field- we win a game that could be decided on the last possession- the 50k fans will be so damn into it- the storming will happen regardless of what some freaking message board people think. And, it will be deserved- just 2 years ago- we were the bottom, just 1 year ago- they were at the top...Storm it baby!

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

lol we are rutgers fans !!!! We are as low

Supposed the date of last year’s Indiana and Michigan State games were flipped - same exact outcomes. Do we storm the court to celebrate bowl eligibility immediately following that historic comeback? I think it’s possible…

 

[WhiteBus]

It sucks but it’s our reality. We haven’t been 4-0 or won 4 straight football games in a season since 2012. 12 years is a long time by any bar.

Still not worthy of storming the field.

 

[WhiteBus]

Supposed the date of last year’s Indiana and Michigan State games were flipped - same exact outcomes. Do we storm the court to celebrate bowl eligibility immediately following that historic comeback? I think it’s possible…

But it wasn't that way! And Rutgers shit the bed after going 6-2. Please stop with your nonsense

 

[bac2therac]

It’s like this - in 2020 we stormed the RAC after beating a 9th or 10th ranked Maryland team. We were a bubble team at the time. That was probably a pick em game. In the same situation now, there’s no way we would storm. At the time, it was fine. That’s where our program was at then. As far as I’m concerned - 4-0 in this situation would be similar context. That win close to stamped out ticket to the Dance that never happened to break a 30 year drought. This win would set us up for a national ranking in football provided most other games go as expected.

we hadnt been to the tourney in 30 years, its not the same scenario at all not even including Washington is not in the top 10 nor considered some powerhouse program

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

we hadnt been to the tourney in 30 years, its not the same scenario at all not even including Washington is not in the top 10 nor considered some powerhouse program

I know. But that’s why I said imagine flipping the timing of Michigan State and Indiana games. I think we would have stormed when hitting 6 wins if we were at home. Especially after that come back.

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

But it wasn't that way! And Rutgers shit the bed after going 6-2. Please stop with your nonsense

My point is that if we had been home for win number 6 we probably would’ve stormed last year in that situation. And Michigan State was way worse than Washington.

 

[Plum Street]

we hadnt been to the tourney in 30 years, its not the same scenario at all not even including Washington is not in the top 10 nor considered some powerhouse program

They did play in the national championship game last year , have been to the CFP multiple times and beat our ass the times we played them.

 

[WhiteBus]

My point is that if we had been home for win number 6 we probably would’ve stormed last year in that situation. And Michigan State was way worse than Washington.

Again not happening. You don't celebrate a bowl eligible after 8 games.

 

[Plum Street]

Bowl eligible didn't exist in 1992. A lot less bowls. The only storm game I know of was the last Princeton game.

The way it was reported in 2005 was that it was the first time we were bowl eligible since 1992. So “bowl eligible” did exist in 1992.

 

[yesrutgers01]

we beat the NC runner-up- storm the f-ing field and have some f-ing fun in your miserable lives...but- also easy to say you wouldnt, when you are upper deck

 

[WhiteBus]

They did play in the national championship game last year , have been to the CFP multiple times and beat our ass the times we played them.

Run on the field if that's what you want to do. Stupid if you think so. I'd rather concentrate on a win and future wins. Its F-ing September and you want to storm the field. Crazy. Bigger days ahead with a win Friday

 

[Plum Street]

Run on the field if that's what you want to do. Stupid if you think so. I'd rather concentrate on a win and future wins. Its F-ing September and you want to storm the field. Crazy. Bigger days ahead with a win Friday

lol I never said I would storm the field or think we should storm the field.
I didn’t want this type of thinking polluting the thread. Just simply “will” the fans storm or not ? I say they will.

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

we hadnt been to the tourney in 30 years, its not the same scenario at all not even including Washington is not in the top 10 nor considered some powerhouse program

Also - I’m a huge basketball fan but it’s no secret that football is more important to a lot of fans. There aren’t that many football teams. Going 12 years without cracking the top 25 in football is a long time. If the students got excited and ran out on the field - what’s the big deal? I’d hope our fans would be focused on the win and happy about the electric environment - not discussing an embarrassing court storm. Let’s just win.

 

[WhiteBus]

lol I never said I would storm the field or think we should storm the field.
I didn’t want this type of thinking polluting the thread. Just simply “will” the fans storm or not ? I say they will.

Never said but this shenanigans is your desire to do it! I guess you missed your opportunity to be a part of Louisville in 2006 but it's a stupid poll. Again you keep missing my point. It's more important to win first instead of you planning to storm the field. Winning is more important!!

 

[RutgersDom]

Will rutgers fans storm the field if we beat Washington ?
Please note, this is a simple yes or no question on whether rutgers fans storm the field or not . Do not pollute this thread with thoughts on whether or not it’s appropriate to storm the field. Just simply stick to the question, whether we storm or not.

I vote yes. Biggest game here in a decade. Night game against last year’s finalist . Fans will storm if we win!

I can tell u I know a student who wanted Washington 4-0 and ranked so she felt better about storming the field…so I think the thought is they won’t but I guess we’ll see. For the seniors not too many chances left. Lol

 

[-RUFAN4LIFE-]

Storming the field beating an unranked team. That's giving off Colorado Buffs/Coach Prime vibes. Nothing we want associated with our fine program.

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

Never said but this shenanigans is your desire to do it! I guess you missed your opportunity to be a part of Louisville in 2006 but it's a stupid poll. Again you keep missing my point. It's more important to win first instead of you planning to storm the field. Winning is more important!!

Of course winning is most important. Who said otherwise?

 

[WhiteBus]

Of course winning is most important. Who said otherwise?

You. You are more excited about flooding the field for beating an unranked team after the 4th game. Stupid poll stupid responses

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

You. You are more excited about flooding the field for beating an unranked team after the 4th game. Stupid poll stupid responses

Where did I say anything like that? In order to storm the court, you first have to win.

 

[robcac26]

Never said but this shenanigans is your desire to do it! I guess you missed your opportunity to be a part of Louisville in 2006 but it's a stupid poll. Again you keep missing my point. It's more important to win first instead of you planning to storm the field. Winning is more important!!

Obviously winning is more important than how you celebrate it, but who cares if some fans that have no bearing on what happens on the field are looking past that? If PSAL_Hoops is a player on the team and is more focused on how he's going to celebrate the win rather than preparing himself for the game, then you'd have a point, but I'm pretty sure he's not.

 

[GillesDeleuze]

Also - I’m a huge basketball fan but it’s no secret that football is more important to a lot of fans. There aren’t that many football teams. Going 12 years without cracking the top 25 in football is a long time. If the students got excited and ran out on the field - what’s the big deal? I’d hope our fans would be focused on the win and happy about the electric environment - not discussing an embarrassing court storm. Let’s just win.

As a current student, I’d be very surprised if anyone stormed the field for this one.

 

[RUtix4me]

Where did I say anything like that? In order to storm the court, you first have to win.

Its football, it is a field, not a court.

 

[SirPerceval]

Geez I hope not - unranked and not named PSU, OSU or UM

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

Dudes- here it is- let's say for some reason we win a laugher- 37-14...the fans would have already calmed down and most likely- not storm the field- we win a game that could be decided on the last possession- the 50k fans will be so damn into it- the storming will happen regardless of what some freaking message board people think. And, it will be deserved- just 2 years ago- we were the bottom, just 1 year ago- they were at the top...Storm it baby!

This nails it. Exciting situational game with high in the moment stakes for us breeds potential for a storm depending on the circumstances. Qualifiying for a bowl for the first time in 9 years was a big milestone for us last year. The locker room celebration video from Indiana was great. I agree we wouldn’t have stormed after that game if it was at home as the excitement would’ve worn off by Q4. If a game like Michigan State resulted in win 6 that would’ve brought down the house. Different.

This talk about embarrassment either way is just silly in my opinion. Should our players not have celebrated bowl eligibility because it’s embarrassing that they considered 6 wins an accomplishment? For Rutgers last season, it was. For OSU, win 6 is business as usual. So what? Let’s hold back excitement and act like we’re already in the promiseland and expect that year in and year out. Ash brought that line of cultural thinking to Rutgers. Sure didn’t get him very far.

 

[jtung230]

I voted no. However, 4 hr tailgate and an exciting finish could change my mind

 

[-RUFAN4LIFE-]

This nails it. Exciting situational game with high in the moment stakes for us breeds potential for a storm depending on the circumstances. Qualifiying for a bowl for the first time in 9 years was a big milestone for us last year. The locker room celebration video from Indiana was great. I agree we wouldn’t have stormed after that game if it was at home as the excitement would’ve worn off by Q4. If a game like Michigan State resulted in win 6 that would’ve brought down the house. Different.

This talk about embarrassment either way is just silly in my opinion. Should our players not have celebrated bowl eligibility because it’s embarrassing that they considered 6 wins an accomplishment? For Rutgers last season, it was. For OSU, win 6 is business as usual. So what? Let’s hold back excitement and act like we’re already in the promiseland and expect that year in and year out. Ash brought that line of cultural thinking to Rutgers. Sure didn’t get him very far.

What does players celebrating a victory have to do with fans storming the field, absolutely nothing. They are the ones that are supposed to be on the field celebrating or did you forget that.

Now tell me this, why didn't anyone storm the field after the exciting comeback against Michigan State last year on homecoming? Because it wasn't a big game. Just like this isn't a big game. Storming the field is supposed to be when you defeat a highly ranked opponent especially if you're a big underdog.

Soon you'll be arguing to storm the field after extra points and field goals because the players are celebrating...lol.

 

[Plum Street]

We might need to merge this with the weather thread ! The weather may impact this important poll and potential field storming

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

What does players celebrating a victory have to do with fans storming the field, absolutely nothing. They are the ones that are supposed to be on the field celebrating or did you forget that.

Now tell me this, why didn't anyone storm the field after the exciting comeback against Michigan State last year on homecoming? Because it wasn't a big game. Just like this isn't a big game. Storming the field is supposed to be when you defeat a highly ranked opponent especially if you're a big underdog.

Soon you'll be arguing to storm the field after extra points and field goals because the players are celebrating...lol.

I brought up the players in the context of assessing celebrations in general as embarrassing. Why is it embarrassing for a fan to celebrate something that isn’t a big deal for some other teams but fine for a player to celebrate it? The same rational should apply in measuring patheticness (which is what folks seem to be classifying this as).

Winning the Michigan State game did not achieve a milestone of any kind. It was a great come from behind win, but usually storm reactions follow achievements that fans haven’t seen happen for a while from a team. As said - I think we would’ve stormed if that was win number 6. No way to know for sure obviously but geez. I think it’s pathetic to criticize the idea that fans might not be able to contain their excitement about something they’ve waited a long time for. Again - so what?

 

[yesrutgers01]

What does players celebrating a victory have to do with fans storming the field, absolutely nothing. They are the ones that are supposed to be on the field celebrating or did you forget that.

Now tell me this, why didn't anyone storm the field after the exciting comeback against Michigan State last year on homecoming? Because it wasn't a big game. Just like this isn't a big game. Storming the field is supposed to be when you defeat a highly ranked opponent especially if you're a big underdog.

Soon you'll be arguing to storm the field after extra points and field goals because the players are celebrating...lol.

THIS ISN'T A BIG GAME???WTF?
We have a team that was in the NCG just last year. We just won our first big challenge on the road. We lose the game and maybe not the end of the world- but we win this game- 4-0 just went into VT and won and follow up with a win here in front of maybe our biggest crowd in a decade.
The momentum may also be what we need for the following week.

A WIN is just huge.

 

[-RUFAN4LIFE-]

I brought up the players in the context of assessing celebrations in general as embarrassing. Why is it embarrassing for a fan to celebrate something that isn’t a big deal for some other teams but fine for a player to celebrate it? The same rational should apply in measuring patheticness (which is what folks seem to be classifying this as).

Winning the Michigan State game did not achieve a milestone of any kind. It was a great come from behind win, but usually storm reactions follow achievements that fans haven’t seen happen for a while from a team. As said - I think we would’ve stormed if that was win number 6. No way to know for sure obviously but geez. I think it’s pathetic to criticize the idea that fans might not be able to contain their excitement about something they’ve waited a long time for. Again - so what?

Fans celebrate in the stands, players celebrate on the field. It's that simple...lol.

No one said anything about fans couldn't celebrate but you because you're grasping for a ledge to cling to here.

And just like MSU's game didn't achieve a milestone, this game doesn't either. Bowl eligibility for a B1G program isn't worthy of storming the field either. Not really a milestone unless it's the first time ever.

Milestone games are for victories against highly ranked teams. Three years ago, our fans at JMA don't storm the court each time they beat a ranked team during that stretch of 4 wins against ranked teams. Three of those games were at JMA. But the following year they did when the team beat #1 ranked Purdue.

If you really want to be on the field that much, make friends with a former player who has field passes before the game...lol.

 

[-RUFAN4LIFE-]

THIS ISN'T A BIG GAME???WTF?
We have a team that was in the NCG just last year. We just won our first big challenge on the road. We lose the game and maybe not the end of the world- but we win this game- 4-0 just went into VT and won and follow up with a win here in front of maybe our biggest crowd in a decade.
The momentum may also be what we need for the following week.

A WIN is just huge.

Important game yes because we have a lot of toss up games and a win here would help greatly to getting to 7,8,9 wins.

UW is not the same team as last year thanks to the transfer portal. If they were they'd be in the Top 10 and then it would be a big game. But if this team was similar to last year's UW team then RU would not be slightly favored to win by Vegas.

I guess I use a stricter criteria for what qualifies as a BIG game.

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

Fans celebrate in the stands, players celebrate on the field. It's that simple...lol.

No one said anything about fans couldn't celebrate but you because you're grasping for a ledge to cling to here.

And just like MSU's game didn't achieve a milestone, this game doesn't either. Bowl eligibility for a B1G program isn't worthy of storming the field either. Not really a milestone unless it's the first time ever.

Milestone games are for victories against highly ranked teams. Three years ago, our fans at JMA don't storm the court each time they beat a ranked team during that stretch of 4 wins against ranked teams. Three of those games were at JMA. But the following year they did when the team beat #1 ranked Purdue.

If you really want to be on the field that much, make friends with a former player who has field passes before the game...lol.

I don’t “want” anything. That wasn’t the question. The OP asked if we would. Operating under the prediction of a tight outcome, I think the stakes of this game exist such that it could happen. And so what if it did? A few media outlets would mock us, but then next day it’s a thing of the past. Big deal- in the long run, it’d symbolize how much our fan base cared about the success of the rebuild. As long as we win - who cares if our fans are “over” excited?

 

[mildone]

I think that, if we win the game, we should not only storm the field, but we should double-storm the field. That’s right. We storm it with all 50K fans then retreat to the stands. Then storm it again, with all 50K.

 

[zappaa]

The answer is yes and no.
I’m not reading this entire thread, but Plum isn’t taking into account how the game is won or lost.
No one is storming the field if we’re winning 21-0 at half and manhandle them in the 2nd half.
Storming the field is a possibility if we block a punt down 6 and score with no time on the clock

 

[rrdd2021]

Why would Rutgers storm the field? They're favored by 2.5 against a depleted Washington team (from 2023). Washington is nowhere near what they were last year.

I'm actually taking Rutgers and giving the points. It was a smart move bringing back Schiano - he's got you guys back to being a solid program

 

[dconifer]

Respectfully, some of you are reminding me of Duke and Virginia fans in the ACC, who were very particular about the requirements for field/court-storming (basically, never do it, it's beneath them). The kids will know if they should storm!

It's right up there with "Who should be our rival?" In my opinion, stuff like this should be organic, like it always has been...

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

Respectfully, some of you are reminding me of Duke and Virginia fans in the ACC, who were very particular about the requirements for field/court-storming (basically, never do it, it's beneath them). The kids will know if they should storm!

Perfect way of putting it. There are obviously certain games where it’s not even on the radar and then a handful of big stake games where it could happen.

 

[PSAL_Hoops]

The answer is yes and no.
I’m not reading this entire thread, but Plum isn’t taking into account how the game is won or lost.
No one is storming the field if we’re winning 21-0 at half and manhandle them in the 2nd half.
Storming the field is a possibility if we block a punt down 6 and score with no time on the clock

Yeah this is a fair point. I took the context of the thread to mean - assuming an exciting finish, would it happen? Lots of close finishes in the prediction thread. Plum can weigh in since he started the thread, but I interpretted it as - does this game meet the criteria of a type of game where it could happen - yes or no?

 

[Plum Street]

Important game yes because we have a lot of toss up games and a win here would help greatly to getting to 7,8,9 wins.

UW is not the same team as last year thanks to the transfer portal. If they were they'd be in the Top 10 and then it would be a big game. But if this team was similar to last year's UW team then RU would not be slightly favored to win by Vegas.

I guess I use a stricter criteria for what qualifies as a BIG game.

When is the last time we had a big game here under your criteria ?