4-Down Friday

Here is a look at four things to keep an eye on when Yale squares off against No. 19 Cal Poly.

Track meet: Expect close to 200 plays to be run between the two teams on Saturday. Both teams run a fast-paced, no-huddle offense. At the very least, it should make for an exciting contest.

Pick your poison: Tyler Varga ran for 200-plus in Yale’s opener against Colgate, so Cornell decided to stack the box and that allowed the Bulldogs to thrive in the passing game. How will Cal Poly defend the Yale’s dynamic offensive attack?

High temperatures: It’s expected to be a hot one Saturday. Temperatures could reach in the upper 80s. Reno said he and his medical staff are prepared, but it certainly could be factor.

Cal Poly’s attack: The Mustangs run a triple-option offense and look to establish the run. DE Beau Palin said it’s a much different offense than the Bulldogs are used to seeing. RB Kristaan Ivory (130.2 ypg) and QB Chris Brown (76.3 rushing ypg, 145 passing ypg) highlight the attack.