Houston vs. Pittsburgh: 5 Things You Need To Know For Armed Forces Bowl

By Luis Tirado Jr.

Houston vs. Pittsburgh: 5 Things You Need To Know For Armed Forces Bowl

armed forces bowl — The Armed Forces Bowl is set to take place on Friday, January 2, 2015 between the Houston Cougars and Pittsburgh Panthers. This should be a very good matchup between two offensive teams that could very well come down to which teams brings the better defense. Here are five things you need to know for this game!

5. Panthers' Offense All About Power Running

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5. Panthers' Offense All About Power Running

armed forces bowl — Running back James Conner has had a stellar year and will continue his domination against the Cougars. The Panthers' offense averages about 100 more rushing yards than their opponents mostly due to the power running that Conner possesses. He knows how to break tackles and make the most out of every play he is a part of. He is a tough athlete who should run his way to glory against the Cougars.

4. The Deontay Greenberry Show

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4. The Deontay Greenberry Show

armed forces bowl — Wide receiver Deontay Greenberry is the centerpiece to the Cougars' offense. He's big, physical and knows how to make big plays, especially in the end zone. Expect to see the Cougars go to him often against the Panthers since he has what it takes to be a difference-maker in this matchup. If he's not double-teamed in this game too much, he should have a big game.

3. Chad Voytik Delivers In The Clutch

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3. Chad Voytik Delivers In The Clutch

armed forces bowl — Quarterback Chad Voytik had some early-season issues with game management, and has since corrected them. Voytik is one of the big reasons why that the Panthers outplay their opponents in total yardage. He has delivered in the clutch.

2. All About The Cougars' Defense

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2. All About The Cougars' Defense

armed forces bowl — With 129 tackles for this season, he is a tackling machine and will surely bring it to the Panthers' ground-and-pound offense. He has a knack for creating turnovers every opportunity he gets.

1. The Human Highlight Reel

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1. The Human Highlight Reel

armed forces bowl — Wide receiver Tyler Boyd continues to make a name for himself as a human highlight reel. He currently has 1,149 yards for the season with eight touchdowns to his credit. He is incredibly fast and has the ability to make big plays the moment the football is in his hands. He gives the Panthers a much need 1-2 punch combined with the rushing attack of Conner. Keep an eye out for Boyd in this game as he will be a key contributor on offense.

Luis Tirado Jr. is a New York Jets writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @LTJ81, like him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google

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