Keys to the Hofstra game

WOW! Gameday is finally here.

Huskies open against Hofstra 7:30 p.m. at Rentschler Field.


Inside the numbers:

UConn coach Randy Edsall's career record is 50-55.

UConn is 6-0 since moving to football's top Division against the old I-AA teams.

UConn has out scored FCS teams 297-52 .

UConn has a 5-game winning streak in season openers, tied for eighth longest in the nation.

UConn has won seven straight home openers.

Remember, live blogging tonight. It's always good to get analysis in real time when you get back home.


Keys to the Hofstra game


Unleash the passing game

Winning comes first, but UConn should go to its passing game early getting Kashif Moore and Ellis Gaulden involved. Rhythm and tempo are important and getting the passing game started will get everyone off on the right foot.


Flex your muscles

UConn is bigger and much stronger on the offensive and defensive lines. The lines have to be physical and punish the smaller Pride players. The more they wear down Hofstra the chance of an upset diminishes. UConn has nearly 60 pounds per player advantage on the offensive line vs. the smaller Pride defensive line.


Don’t let the Pride linger

UConn is 6-0 against FCS schools since making the move up to Division I and the games haven’t been close with UConn 297-52. The Huskies have to score early and often to take the fight out of the Pride. Letting teams hang around that you should beat gives the underdog confidence, and a close game opens up the door for a fluke.