But if Ellis can't keep up with Yale standout wide receiver Dave Iwan, or if Yale quarterback Steve Mills (121 of 221 for 1669 yards, nine touchdowns and 14 interceptions) can find other receivers, there could be trouble.

If Yale is passing the ball well, it's a bad sign for the Crimson..

4)The Crimson's offensive line. The big guys in the trenches, one of Harvard's strengths around the league. Not only do Jason Slavik and Company open large holes for the rushing game, they allow time for the Multi-Flex to work.

The Multi-Flex takes time to develop--fakes need time to really fool someone. If Giardi is given time to let plays develop, Harvard's offense is virtually unstoppable.

If Giardi is running from the Yale defense all the time, problems crop up. But the line hasn't let that happen much, and it certainly shouldn't fall to the Bulldogs.

5)The Restic Factor. Simply put, Harvard will not lose this Game. Yale is not a good team. Harvard is a very good team that has suffered through four unlucky weeks. But with the coach retiring? N-O W-A-Y.

At least, losing would be a bad sign.