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January 8, 2007

OPEN THREAD: Ohio State vs Florida

Open thread for the BCS Championshop Game.

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Comments:

  1. TrojanHorse said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:38 AM — 132.228.195.206 — linkabuse?



    What happens, I hope UF doesn't have to kick a FG

  2. Tommie Trojan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:43 AM — 64.32.153.19 — linkabuse?



    Although, I think that Florida has a very fine up and coming program and will compete for National Championships for several years now, I think that they are too young this year to challenge the experience of Ohio State. My prediction is: Ohio State 27 Florida 19. I see too much offensive firepower for OSU. Even though Florida has a solid defense - I think that the Buckeyes will make a few plays that will make the difference. If I see a team really strugglin' offensively - it's gonna be Florida. I will say though - it would not shock me if I were wrong on this one. We've seen much stranger upsets than this one would be.

    Tommie T

  3. cody said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:43 AM — 65.5.74.2 — linkabuse?



    Florida is going to WIN!!!!!!!

  4. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:46 AM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Earl Bruce must be so proud of his pupils. Aw shucks!

  5. badgerballer said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:00 PM — 71.221.103.158 — linkabuse?



    Its almost too bad that the winner of this game will be the 'undisputed' champ this year. (Boise's 13-0 isn't a legit gripe, and everybody knows it.) The more controversy surrounding the BCS, the more I like it. I want so much complaining, so much outcry, that the pressure to change never lets up.

    In my littl wish-world, Michigan would've laid down a thorough thumping of USC in the Rose. Florida eeks by OSU on a last second, 88 yard field goal to win it by 1. Setting up the stage for Michigan, with its very vocal fan base, to start screaming fowl when Florida gets the crown. And maybe even setting up a split champion, if the AP writers give their championship to Michigan.

    But alas, its not to be. I hate to say it, but I'm feeling OSU 27, Florida 14.

  6. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:09 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Gator fans,

    I have noticed that you guys really haven't talked too much smack on here. Most of it was directed towards Michigan fans (for obvious reasons). I do still expect your glass slipper to shatter by midnight tonight. If I'm wrong, I'll be the first to eat that slice of humble pie. Miracles can happen (OSU VS Miami), but not tonight.

  7. Andrew R said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:15 PM — 67.78.225.28 — linkabuse?



    This will be the first real defense Ohio State has played against this year. Troy Smith will be about as effective as Quinn was against LSU.

  8. Chris said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:17 PM — 24.24.114.56 — linkabuse?



    I think OSU's offensive is in for a little suprise. Florida is QUICK and will give the buckeyes something to look at and try to remedy at the half. I see an upset tonight!

  9. pumba said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:30 PM — 65.191.69.217 — linkabuse?



    All I hear about is Florida's defense. Michigan was touted the same way against the Bucks, yet they were picked apart by Troy Smith. It will not be a blowout, but it will not be close either. Florida's anemic offense will be unable to score. Defense can only do so much for them. Ohio State has too many weapons like USC has. Florida will be unable to completely stop that machine. We will see all tonight. Go Bucks!!!!

  10. Tommie Trojan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 12:51 PM — 64.32.153.19 — linkabuse?



    Badgerballer:

    Why would there be a problem if Ohio State wins the game? The Bucks will have beaten Texas, Penn State, Iowa, Michigan and Florida. Boise State will own wins over Oregon State and Oklahoma. Oregon State lost four games. Oklahoma lost three games. Oklahoma lost to Texas. Boise State beat Oklahoma by only one. The same amount that Oregon beat them by. I don't see where an Ohio State National Championship could possibly be disputed. Should OSU win the game - then the BCS will have done it's job for this year.

    Tommie T

  11. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 1:11 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Well, I certainly hope my beloved Gators win tonight, but I must be realistic and admit that OSU doesn't really have any weaknesses and the Gators have three: field goal kicking, kick-off coverage, and an inexperienced offensive line. To win, the Gators will have to play near perfection or the Buckeyes will have to show some flaws. Here's hoping!

    Go Gators!!

  12. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 1:35 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    I expect Ohio State to win because they are a well rounded team. However, I would love to see the toast of the SEC take the big game.

    Florida plays a very exciting brand of football and I don't expect them to get blown out.

  13. otowngator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 1:37 PM — 24.219.53.9 — linkabuse?



    The reason you don't hear us running our mouths is nobody has given us any credit all year long. Same as the basketball team last year and look what happened. If Ohio State wins they they are certainly deserving of it. But being the underdogs that everybody has counted out certainly helps us. We have something to prove and we will. GO GATORS!!

  14. gatorstud said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 1:53 PM — 69.95.111.248 — linkabuse?



    i have to agree w/ ramblin gator....florida has to play a mistake free game....the one weakness i have to say about smith is he seem to float the ball to hi recievers a little too much..he cannot do that agains floridas speedy backs....but other than that weaknesses are hard to find in osu...but, if the gators can keep it close....i believe florida has the edge in tight game scenarios....they have played in them all year...the gators just seem to find a way to win, in tight games....go gators.....

    florida - 34
    osu - 24

    6 hours and counting.....

  15. GatorMatt said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 1:56 PM — 68.214.113.69 — linkabuse?



    I love how everyone counts Florida out. They weren't supposed to beat Tennessee, they weren't supposed to beat LSU, and they were supposed to get crushed by McFadden and Arkansas. If I recall correctly, they won all those games. They have been the underdogs all year, and seem to thrive on it. As for saying Michigan is supposed to have a great defense? That's laughable. John David Booty picked them apart like I've never seen before. Michigan just never faced decent offensive teams

  16. GATORGreg said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 2:21 PM — 68.214.120.140 — linkabuse?



    I’m predicting a Gator win, final score 23-31 Gators. Nelson plays the game of his life and dedicates everything to his recently passed mother. I think the Gators have too much going for them and Ohio State hasn’t touched a football is 50some odd days. Gators win and I come into work smelling like Mich light.

  17. wareagle524 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 2:58 PM — 63.162.187.94 — linkabuse?



    Ohio State is going to stomp them!!!!

  18. HarvinforHeisman07 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 3:05 PM — 72.158.254.34 — linkabuse?



    We win because our coach is taller and sweater vests are just gay.

    Badger Ball is right on with his BCS comments. Obviously, Tommie T we know you like how the BCS is slanted toward the traditional powers - and even now that the Gators benefit, I still hate it. The only thing good about the BCS is that I get to bitch about something and KNOW that I am right.

    As for tonight's game - look for my boy Percy to shine. This may be the healthiest he's been all year. Our D line will not pressure Smith much because we rely on our back 7. If they are in the plus column for turnovers (like they have been all year) they will win. In my 25 years of watching CFB I have never seen a defense that plays so well in the red zone - it's uncanny. Reggie Nelson will be the best player on the field tonight in his last game in Orange & Blue.

    Good luck Buckeyes. Go Gators.

    2007 SEC Champions - possible mythical national champions!

  19. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 3:39 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    I forgot to give my score again...OSU-33 Florida-20

  20. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 4:18 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    wareagle524, can you say bitter and jealous?

  21. Fanblogs Author War Eagle Atlanta said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 4:38 PM — 64.12.116.199 — linkabuse?



    If Florida wins, I want all the SEC haters to come out of the woodwork and apologize. Nine bowl teams and all the marbles? Have mercy!

    But if Florida does win, I'm going to be extremely bitter because Auburn beat Florida. But I won't be as bitter as Randy. :(

  22. Portis said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 4:40 PM — 24.140.92.2 — linkabuse?



    Never trust a midget in a sweatervest.

  23. badgerballer said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 4:42 PM — 71.211.59.213 — linkabuse?



    @TT #10

    You are correct, there would be no real issue & OSU would hold the undisputed, though perhaps not undisputable, championship. I was more wrapped up in pointing towards my 'what I wish would happen' scenario than living in the real world.

  24. wareagle524 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:11 PM — 63.162.187.94 — linkabuse?



    Hey Randy...can you say, "from Ohio" or how about, "current OSU grad student"????
    I am also a Columbus, OH resident, that may help clear up any confusion about where my so called "bitterness" stems from. LOL
    Auburn was no where near the caliber of a team deserving to play Ohio State. (in my opinion)
    This game will be a battle and I personally hope it is close all the way to the end, I hate turning the N.C. game off at halftime.
    (ie: 2004 OU v. USC) I was bitter about that one!

  25. T said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:14 PM — 71.158.69.222 — linkabuse?



    any gator fans watching the game in dallas let me know.....

  26. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:15 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    War Eagle Atlanta, speak for yourself. Florida beat Bama without a problem but I am still proud of Florida and rooting for them.

    You are the unhappy one, not me.

  27. MrGamecockFan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:21 PM — 63.167.255.30 — linkabuse?



    You know, it really pains me to say this. But, as much as I cannot stand Florida, I truly think they are a team to be reckoned with. Sure, I could rant and rave about the one point win against my beloved Gamecocks, but it's now in the past. If you look back to the Ohio State-Michigan game and saw how Michigan lost by three points to Ohio State, and then fast forward to the beating they took from USC, you can see that they weren't really the team to beat. Sorry to say that Michigan fans, but you need to face facts...your team is good, but not that good. And also from that game, you can see that Ohio State didn't really do a superb job of putting them away. The SEC is and always will be the toughest conference! And, on top of that, Florida played the toughest schedule in the country this year. Good luck Ohio State fans, you're going to need it, and a lot of it. My prediction Florida wins big 35-21.

    Go Gaters, but more importantly, Go Gamecocks!!! Steve Spurrier WILL rule the roost next year...pun intended!!!

  28. wareagle524 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:22 PM — 63.162.187.94 — linkabuse?



    Hey Portis,
    I'll take a midget in a sweater vest that wins over a man with the name "Urban."
    Urban is an adjective. It was also a popular name for ecclesiastic popes...I guess we can add SEC football coach to that list as well.
    BTW: I went to grade school with his kid brother, Suburban Meyer...he was always a little further from the city than his big brother Urban.

  29. MrGamecockFan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:25 PM — 63.167.255.30 — linkabuse?



    Also, I am so hoping Florida does win just so I won't have to hear Lee Corso and his cronies say again how the Big 10 is so much better than the SEC. It's making me sick.

  30. The Mayor said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:32 PM — 24.7.54.200 — linkabuse?



    It's Elvis's Birthday, hail to the King.

  31. The_Ville said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:33 PM — 64.12.116.199 — linkabuse?



    Leak's play and FL's OL play is going to be the big factors for wether not FL walks away with a W or not I dont see the game as a blow out but i think the more exp. OSU squad wins it

  32. PopsMich said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:45 PM — 71.77.24.80 — linkabuse?



    In the FINAL BCS vote (after tonight's game) what happens to the Coaches Poll for the following coaches that are no longer with their teams? Do they continue to vote?

    UF over UM: Amato, Bunting, Coker, Kragthorpe, O'Brien, Petrino.

    UM over UF: Kelly, Smith

    I only mention how they voted for UM or UF to point out that I wish they had all gone before the next to last vote (if they no longer vote) :)

    I presume all the AP voters are still employed where they were before.

  33. clemson1981 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:52 PM — 74.226.219.7 — linkabuse?



    MrGamecockFan:
    extreamly good point, UF is a force to be reconed with and will be for years to come, so i agree on that but this will be a high scoring NC and i want the southern boys to win more than anybody, but osu is older and has a little more talent, but UF national champs 07-08

  34. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 5:52 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?




    Come On FLORIDA... you can do it.

  35. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 6:03 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?



    BallBagger & Tommy T

    If Ohio State wins, the BCS will have "gotten away with it" again... NOT that its right.

    If Florida wins that would Cap-Off one of the most Mediocre/Underwhelming seasons in College Football in recent memory (there'd be ZERO "Great" teams).

    The way things are shaping up for next season, teams, players, etc, it looks like the jump in from 2006 to 2007 will be epic (as the 'drop' from 2005 to 2006 was)... dont let the "entertaining Bowl games" fool you.

  36. Luke said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 6:16 PM — 24.250.217.142 — linkabuse?



    UF - 24
    Ohio State - 17

  37. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 6:56 PM — linkabuse?



    NOTE: Comments will be delayed 5-10 minutes tonight during the game. Post away.

  38. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:16 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?



    2007 - Florida, USC, Michigan, will be right in the mix again... and very much improved.

  39. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:30 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    So Cal, #35

    "If Ohio State wins, the BCS will have "gotten away with it" again."


    How in the world would being in the Big 10 going undefeated and then winning the National Title game be...... letting the BCS get away with it?

    A playoff is not going to solve all the problems.

    If anything is the solution, it is the "+1 idea"

    Now there's an idea.

  40. M GO BLUE said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:37 PM — 216.46.209.195 — linkabuse?



    Post #29 Mrgamecockfan,Why does it make you sick?

    Yo buddy,your SEC is 0-2 vs. big ten this bowl season! If the SEC is the best,why don't they show up to the games? Or are they O.V.E.R.R.A.T.E.D.
    Your best hope is to be 1-2 vs big ten.

    GOOOOOOOO BUCKS! CHOKE THE SILLY GATORS!

  41. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:44 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?



    Diggs,

    I mean that Ohio State (if they win) will have been the only truely "deserving team" to be named National Champs... ergo, the BCS system could say they "got it right".

    I prefer a 4-Team Playoff... the "plus-1" thing is NOT THAT, a lot of people confuse themselves with that. The "Plus-1" idea is having basically the SAME SYSTEM (1 vs 2) except for doing it After the Bowl games are played. That is NOT a 4-team Playoff - just so we're on common ground.

  42. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:47 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?



    The SEC is perpetually "over-rated" it seems like... but that doesnt mean they're not the Best Conference this year (despite 0-2 vs the Big TEN).

    Even if Florida loses, the SEC will finish Rated as the No. 1 Conf this year.

  43. So Cal USMC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:50 PM — 204.62.68.23 — linkabuse?



    Field Goals Florida, field goals... thats the game.

  44. M GO BLUE said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 7:55 PM — 216.46.209.195 — linkabuse?



    So Cal USMC,your right,but I have trouble actually beleiving they are much better than the Big Ten,simply because every year the Big Ten goes down south and beats em on their own turf.

    And next year when Wisconsin get's to the Capital one bowl they will still be talking about how good and strong and superfast the SEC team is,and Wisconsin will "upset" them AGAIN! Well after it happens EVERY YEAR! it aint no upset!

  45. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:01 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    Gotcha So Cal,

    It may not be a 4 team playoff, but it would take the top 2 Bowl Winners and pit them against one-another.

  46. clemson1981 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:03 PM — 74.226.219.7 — linkabuse?



    my final prediction:
    OSU:42
    UF:40

  47. Jeff said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:06 PM — 75.69.23.33 — linkabuse?



    Fox having this game bites. They are awful. Who is this Chris Rose? I want Keith Jackson.....and the Gameday crew. Fox has over produced this so badly. Emmitt and Eddie....enough with the glad handing and back patting. And Jimmy?

    Fox.......you don't get it. Its about the game and the tradition.......not how much you blow it up. Terrible.

    I hope the game is better then the idiots showing it to us.

  48. Kieran said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:12 PM — 69.120.89.136 — linkabuse?



    I am not a fan of either the Gators or the Buckeyes but I think this is going to be a much better of a game then some people think.

    Could this be a going away party for Smith or a coming out party for Tebow?

  49. Kieran said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:17 PM — 69.120.89.136 — linkabuse?



    There is not one person who I have talked to that doesnt want some sort of playoff system. All the excuses I have heard about why there shouldnt be dont stack up.

  50. clemson1981 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:34 PM — 74.226.219.7 — linkabuse?



    soo true jeff:
    i want jackson and fouts, and ABC sports, fox is an nfl network, stick to that

    and looky there

    TD TED GINN JR. TOUCH DOWN OSU!!!!

  51. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:34 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Wow! Ginn!

    At least Florida won the coin toss.

  52. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:35 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    I knew I knew it I knew it!!!!!!!!!!!! Ah ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.............. ah ah ah ah ah ah ah


    GO BUCKEYES!!!!!!!!!!!!

  53. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:42 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    PAC-10 Officiating Crew? Unbelievable!

  54. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:45 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Is either team going to bother attempting to cover kickoffs? Holy cow.

  55. clemson1981 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:45 PM — 74.226.219.7 — linkabuse?



    pac 10 crew?no onside kicks i hope!!!

    and look there
    TD GATORS!!! high scoring im telling you

  56. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:46 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Reggie Nelson was held on the initial kickoff. That should have been 1st and 10 at the 25, not a touchdown for OSU. Watch the replay - it's obvious.

  57. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 8:53 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Stupid penalties:
    OSU 2
    Florida 0

  58. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:00 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    If Florida keeps getting the short field, it's gonna be a looooong night for OSU. That's easy pickins for a team like the Gators.

  59. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:02 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    Like I said, PAC-10 Officiating Crew? Unbelievable!

  60. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:03 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    What's going on? I tune in and FL leads 14-7 and I find out that OS has only scored on a kickoff return.

  61. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:04 PM — 69.247.138.203 — linkabuse?



    Ohio State looks very slow on defense. Or is Florida just faster? And Florida looks really fast on defense. OSU's conservative style may cause this to be a blow out unless the Gators start making mistakes.

  62. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:04 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    The PAC-10 should give up on officiating any games. The PAC-10 should have to contract the refs from other Conferences. Ray Charles could have seen that........ Seriously what is so hard about looking at film?......Not Rocket Science at all.

  63. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:07 PM — linkabuse?



    Florida seems to have an edge on speed, with the exception of Ginn (who just limped off).

    What's the adage? Run at speed? Run the run, Bucks.

  64. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:11 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Wow. If this keeps up, Florida will win in a blowout. They're killing OSU in every phase right now.

  65. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:14 PM — linkabuse?



    Ohio State has to get out of the cover 2.

  66. jusdeuxit said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:16 PM — 71.129.32.100 — linkabuse?



    aren't you supposed to play prevent only when you're ahead by a lot in the 4th quarter? the buckeyes look terrible.

  67. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:16 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    It looks like OSU is trying to adjust. If they don't stop Florida here it's gonna be a long night. The defense is going to be getting tired and Meyer knows how to play that.

  68. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:21 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    We've been spreading the word all season, the SEC is the toughest conference and Florida was the best of the crowd this year. Go Gators!

  69. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:22 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    The first two drives where Florida got the ball on short fields each time will be the deciding factor in this game.

    And Florida just scored. If the Buckeyes don't score a touchdown and come back with a defensive stop, I call game, set and match.

  70. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:24 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    wareagle524, didn't realize that you were a prophet but if OS doesn't get in the game, we may be turning off another NC game at half time.

  71. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:25 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Stupid penalties:

    OSU 2
    Florida 1

  72. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:25 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Okay, these are the kinds of mistakes Florida has made all year. If they start this Ohio state can get back in the game.

  73. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:29 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    TenTex:

    IF OSU's defense shows up! LOL! They look very deer-in-the-headlights!

  74. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:30 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Now it's looking like a track meet in the style of OSU/Michigan.

  75. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:30 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    If this follows Florida's typical pattern they will make a bad mistake and give OSU a chance at another TD. It will be very interesting to see what Florida does on this series.

  76. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:32 PM — linkabuse?



    FWIW, Florida is winning the all-important cheerleader matchup, too.

  77. Po said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:33 PM — 130.36.62.139 — linkabuse?



    OSU definitely looks tight. I'm not sure the Bucks can keep up with UF's speed.

  78. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:33 PM — linkabuse?



    Please stop playing cover 2.

  79. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:33 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Kevin:

    Man, are you stuck on cheerleaders right now!

  80. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:36 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    That's 4 or 5 6 yard passes Florida has completed for 1st downs. Great scouting job.

  81. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:37 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Agreed, Kev. No contest between the cheerleading squads.

  82. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:39 PM — linkabuse?



    Oh yeah, I forgot. I'm not allowed to talk about the cheerleaders. ;)

  83. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:39 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    LOL! You guys have a one-track mind. (OK, I agree, the wife went upstairs...)

  84. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:42 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Tom, you're so wrong. I have two tracks (the other track is football).

  85. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:44 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Ramblin' Gator:

    LOL! I hear ya!

  86. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:46 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    I guess a Florida blowout was just wishful thinking. Florida wins another squeaker is still well within reason.

  87. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:48 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    U.:

    Not so fast, my friend. Florida has another short field. OSUs D has only held them once.

  88. Y-City Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:48 PM — 24.31.160.230 — linkabuse?



    Will someone text message Jim Tressel and tell him to run the freakiin' football?

  89. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:48 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Here's some half time humor if you have not already seen this. She got arrested for DUI when she left the airport.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AD1Gxrl4tLs

  90. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:49 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    We are half way through the 2nd quarter and Smith has only completed 3 passes. I don't follow OSU football. Is this typical?

  91. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:53 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Randy:

    No, Florida is doing a great job on him right now. Too much pressure.

  92. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:53 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    From what I understand is Smith likes to come from behind. Looks like he is gonna get his chance. Usually becomes Superman in the final quarter if the game is close.

  93. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:54 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    Yeah Tom, but I got the typical South Carolina/ Tampa Bay fan attitude, LOL.

  94. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:54 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Gohlstein's eyes almost bugged out of his head trying to catch that ball.

  95. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:54 PM — linkabuse?



    Leak looks like the Heisman winner. tOSU absolutely has to start running the ball.

    Hell, FSU's defense held Florida to 21. They *have* to get out of the zone defense. You have to man up and put a body on Florida's receivers.

  96. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:54 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Leak is really trying to turn the ball over. OSU needs to be ready.

  97. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:55 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Kevin:

    I don't think, and apparently neither does the OSU coaching staff, that OSU has anybody that CAN man up on them.

  98. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:57 PM — linkabuse?



    Anyone notice if there was a Dodge commercial during any of the BCS games? Geez.

  99. Y-City Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:57 PM — 24.31.160.230 — linkabuse?



    I know it is worth 3 points but that was an ugly college level field goal.

  100. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:57 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    Somebody tell Tressel that in order to win the NC you have to score the most points.

  101. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:58 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    I have not seen but 4 Florida games this season. This is by far their best half of football all season. Their kicker is horrible and he drills it. WOW. Second half adjustments will be interesting.

  102. Y-City Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 9:59 PM — 24.31.160.230 — linkabuse?



    Wow! Chris Wells runs the ball.

  103. butch said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:01 PM — 24.119.140.185 — linkabuse?



    Ohio st. opening kickoff return should have been called back for holding. Florida's Reggie Nelson # 1 Safety was in the middle of the field and could have made the tackle if he was not being held. I know I wasen't the only one to see this.

  104. Y-City Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:01 PM — 24.31.160.230 — linkabuse?



    Not a bad play call but I don't understand why Smith doesn't run the ball more.

  105. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:01 PM — linkabuse?



    I don't care if your #1 or #119, you don't not go for it on 4th-and-1 inside your own 30 in the first half.

  106. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:02 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Wow. Short field again. Not a good idea.

  107. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:03 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    Tressel just committed professsional suicide. That D-line just made the Buckeyes believers.

  108. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:03 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Kevin:

    Agreed. That was desperation talking. The unflappable Tressel is feeling the pressure.

  109. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:05 PM — linkabuse?



    3rd and 4 and the Bucks DBs are nine yards off the Florida receivers. Why is Ohio State scared to death of Florida?

  110. Ramblin' Gator said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:05 PM — 72.146.114.209 — linkabuse?



    Hey Butch, agreed - see my post #56.

  111. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:05 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    TBH, I like both teams, but I have to root for Florida, being the underdog; also, I like the SEC (ACC guy) and am really peeved at all the hype the Big Ten has gotten this year.

    Ohio State hasn't seen anything like this all season - Florida is fighting tooth and nail for this game and really wants it. Ohio State seems like they were expecting to steamroll like they did all season. I hope they come around, or else this game might get ugly...

    Best of luck to both teams, but for now, Go Gators...

  112. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:06 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    And Florida's kicker has just matched his production for the entire year in one half.

  113. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:06 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    KD (108)

    Ohio State is no doubt going to have to shift away from Zone or tighten up. Their gaps are huge...

  114. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:07 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    What's with Florida's field goal kicking? Thought that everyone was making fun of them.

  115. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:08 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    OUCH.

  116. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:08 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Game, set and match, gentlemen. Smith tried to do too much.

  117. SickofSEC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:09 PM — 12.210.114.235 — linkabuse?



    I have never seen such an awful game from the Buckeyes! This game is not even as close as the score shows. Go figure a Heisman winner turns it over again!

  118. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:10 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Ginn is done....Troy fumbles...I'll take that fat slice of humble pie now before halftime. This was the game that I really didn't know who to really root for as a Canes fan. Oh well Congrats Gators.

  119. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:10 PM — linkabuse?



    This is going from bad to worse for Ohio State. Florida is absolutely dominating in every way possible. If they can keep this up, no one can refute their national championship.

  120. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:10 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Hmmmmm, I guess the SEC is looking pretty good right now. Anyone know how OSU responds when behind by this much?

  121. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:12 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    No offense to anyone, but TAKE THAT, MICHIGAN.

  122. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:13 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    OSU is killing themselves by giving Florida 4 short fields, but hat's off to Florida for forcing that turnover. Great job by Florida scouting and implementing their game plan.

  123. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:14 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    I have only seen highlights of OSU football and they’ve looked unbeatable. They seem to be sleep walking tonight. I have heard all season how Troy Smith works miracles in the fourth quarter. Tonight he will need one of Biblical proportions.

  124. Peter said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:16 PM — 24.147.190.216 — linkabuse?



    What happened to the Bucks ha ha ha ha. The game is a joke. A championship game needed to be played weeks ago after the playoff. It wouldn't matter for the bucks however ha ha ha.

  125. illini dave said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:17 PM — 68.75.182.248 — linkabuse?



    Can we all agree that the Big 10 pretty much sucks this year. I bought in to all the hype about Ohio State and Michigan being 1 and 2 in the country. What a joke. These guys are a disgrace. I am sick and tired of the Big 10 excuses. We haven't played for soooo long; we had to travel; wa wa wa! These guys don't belong on the same field.

  126. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:17 PM — linkabuse?



    The best highlight for Ohio State so far is the double cursive Ohio by the band. Geez.

  127. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:17 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    SickofSEC, not the first time that a Heisman winning quarterback looked bad in an NC game. Check the highlights of the 1992 Alabama-Miami game.

  128. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:18 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    I agree with Regan, Michigan cried foul way too much. This shows they arn't in the same league.

  129. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:18 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    Does anyone now agree with me that the Heisman Trophy has become an absolute joke?

  130. The Mayor said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:19 PM — 24.7.54.200 — linkabuse?



    The Dodge commercial has run 5 times tonight, I have the over at 9.

  131. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:19 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    Leak has completed 16-24 and Smith 3-9. Go figure!

  132. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:19 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Kevin, I agree, the OSU band looked great!

  133. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:20 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    Agreed Regan!

  134. Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:20 PM — 72.148.86.252 — linkabuse?



    If OSU played in the SEC,they would be in 4th place behind Fla Auburn and LSU. :)

  135. SickofSEC said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:21 PM — 12.210.114.235 — linkabuse?



    I am a huge big 10 fan and I am going to have to agree with illini dave.

  136. T-Mac said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:21 PM — 66.78.139.117 — linkabuse?



    So Cal, What was that about the SEC being over-rated???

  137. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:22 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    T-Mac he made be a little hard to find. He was having some humble pie at half-time.

  138. butch said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:27 PM — 24.119.140.185 — linkabuse?



    The halftime announcer commented on the missed holding call on that Ohio kickoff return. It should have been called back. Reffs missed and gave Ohio 6 points.

  139. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:28 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Actually, I think this has been a great "situational" football game. You just can't give a team like Florida a short field, and you cannot commit stupid penalties and commit turnovers to help the other team out. If Tressel punts the football on the 4th and 1, it may be a very different game right now. Woulda, coulda, shoulda, I know, but that was a turnover, and a very dumb one, in my opinion.

    Florida is looking like the team that's well prepared and focused, and they're definitely winning the trench war when they're on defense. Smith has no time and nowhere to go.

    The first series Florida had set the tone for them. They're executing perfectly.

  140. irish fan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:29 PM — 71.156.41.173 — linkabuse?



    How many votes did troy smith win the Heisman by?

  141. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:30 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    Florida's band kills, that was "In The Groove".

  142. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:31 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    irish fan, due to lack of interest he won it by default.

  143. Diggs the Mountie said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:31 PM — 68.48.90.248 — linkabuse?



    Here's a little peak at the Diggs. Be nice.


    http://www.myspace.com/diggs_the_mountie

  144. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:32 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    Well said Tom. Wait, is that OSU playing the theme song from Titanic???? Bad omen.

  145. tOSUIsntRighteous said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:32 PM — 69.172.248.251 — linkabuse?



    Hmmm....didnt OSU run up like 650 yards versus Notre Dame last year? And...with two minutes to go (and all that speed, too) led by a mere touch...and ND had the ball?

    Now, it's Urban's boys ...with speed .. and a finally healthy D-line. Tress ain't exactly looking like a genius now, is he?

    Just be glad it's UF and NOT ... USC.

  146. butch said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:32 PM — 24.119.140.185 — linkabuse?



    The halftime announcers even caught Ohio holding on the kickoff, as they just said said on the air.

  147. Jim said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:32 PM — 155.229.229.162 — linkabuse?



    Going for it on 4th down had nothing to do with it, the defense picked them up and held Florida to 3, the turnover inside the 10 on the next possession was a killer.

  148. pi said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:33 PM — 74.229.54.141 — linkabuse?



    Unnnnnbelievable. Go on 4 down at your own 29. That last 10 points was a coaching error.
    Anyone see the talking jock straps giggling and quipping
    while the national anthem was playing. I think FOX may need a producer as bad as OSU needs a running game.

  149. irish fan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:34 PM — 71.156.41.173 — linkabuse?



    I guess this game (so far) shows the heisman goes to whoever the best player is on the undefeated #1 team. I hope this game picks up; right now I'd rather be reading a book...it be more exciting.

  150. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:34 PM — linkabuse?



    @UofSC - Wasn't that Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy? I'm just saying.

    I never would have thought the bands would be more interesting than the game. Hell, I might even check out Diggsie's Myspace in the 3rd Q.

  151. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:36 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Now that I've eaten my slice of humble pie.....Does anyone out there feel that somehow LSU should have been in this game? I know it was impossible, but still. The SEC is too dominant right now. LSU will probably finish 2nd in the polls over USC, Louisville and Wisconsin.

  152. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:41 PM — linkabuse?



    No way LSU finishes that high, in my opinion. Yeah, the stomped a mudhole in an overrated ND, but... still don't see the Tigers getting that high.

  153. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:41 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    Kevin Donahue, you're a hoot!

  154. pi said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:42 PM — 74.229.54.141 — linkabuse?



    Anyone notice the talking jockstraps giddling and talking over the national anthem. If OSU needs a running game Robert needs a producer at FOX. Bad news.

  155. TenTex said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:43 PM — 69.245.15.21 — linkabuse?



    C-Dogg, I look at it this way. If we had an 8 team playoff LSU would have been the team to beat. FSU did beat LSU. JaMarcus Russell has a nak for making bad decisions and I think he had like 3 or 4 turnovers in the game. So no, with this BCS format Florida deserves to be there. Now get this, LSU did not even win their Division, they finished behind Arkansas and Auburn. Now that's a tough conference. And as far JaMarcus Russell, he peaked at the right or wrong time depending on how you look at it.

  156. Swamp_Jock said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:43 PM — 152.163.100.196 — linkabuse?



    wow..maybe OSU should let the band play the game they seem to have it together..total UF dominance finally i wont have to listen to my big ten buds talk smack... I guess UF's kicker spent all that time off kicking FG's 24-7...OSU is dead in the water in all aspects of the game...and to think people were saying UF didnt deserve to be in the NC game HA! All UF has to do now is take care of the ball and work that clock some more the diff in TOP is appauling

  157. pi said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:44 PM — 74.229.54.141 — linkabuse?



    Yes LSU was awsome, that QB of theirs is definatly playing on Sundays.

  158. C-DOGG said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:44 PM — 76.188.148.131 — linkabuse?



    Diggs,
    Re:post#143,

    I went to your Myspace page. It's nice to put a face to a name. You do have a smile like the cartoon character Grinch, at least in that picture.

  159. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:44 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    My Rain Man imitation, DEFINITELY "In The Groove". Not the "the boogey woogie bugle boys from company b".

  160. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:47 PM — linkabuse?



    I'm going to take you on your word. I don't know what "In the Groove" sounds like. Apparently you have a band background or WAY too much free time. ;)

  161. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:50 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    I will say one thing. Smith may not be playing well, but he's not the only guy on the field for OSU, and Florida is doing something he's not used to...they're blanketing the OSU receivers. Ginn getting hurt doesn't help OSU either.

  162. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:50 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    Has OSU not faced anyone with a defense this year?

  163. pi said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:50 PM — 74.229.54.141 — linkabuse?



    Another series with OSU not able to move. Goota hand it to UF defensive coor and players. No helmet..no problem.

  164. illini dave said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:50 PM — 68.75.182.248 — linkabuse?



    I agree C-Dogg. LSU looked extremely tough. It would be nice to see Southern Cal against LSU as well. It galls me to say this but the SEC really does seem to be the dominant conference.

  165. Swamp_Jock said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:51 PM — 152.163.100.196 — linkabuse?



    if I see that dodge commercial with the rock em sock em robots one more time Im going to shoot my TV..and I would have never thought there could be that many different Beer commericals

  166. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:52 PM — linkabuse?



    I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to another exciting Dodge commercial.

  167. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:53 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    TB (161)

    True there; Smith is a great player. I hate Heisman Hype, though, so I'm having to pick on him unfairly :)

  168. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:53 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Jim(#147):

    Maybe not on the scoreboard (holding them to 3). But that's not a Tressel's style. He was desperate and his team knew it. Doesn't help the Defense's confidence, either.

  169. Swamp_Jock said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:53 PM — 152.163.100.196 — linkabuse?



    "don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to another exciting Dodge commercial."

    they could at least mix it up with the Nitro commericals some of those are at least mildly entertaining

  170. ps said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:53 PM — 65.35.115.45 — linkabuse?



    Ohio State is overrated...plain and simple

  171. U. of S.C. 1978 said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:54 PM — 24.181.198.227 — linkabuse?



    I'm not band unusual Kevin. lol I just like football and music. Watched a few old movies on the tube and remembered.

  172. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:57 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    OSU may be a powerhouse in their conference but is their conference a powerhouse conference?

  173. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:58 PM — 74.93.5.150 — linkabuse?



    I took a look at the picture at the top and I swear, Tressel is getting shorter.

  174. Regan said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:59 PM — 205.188.116.133 — linkabuse?



    KD (166)

    IT'S THE MIRRORS... :)

  175. Tom Blogical said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 10:59 PM — 24.95.77.153 — linkabuse?



    Regan (#163):

    Well, I'm with you on the Heisman Hype. If OSU is not a #1 team, no way Smith wins.

    Man, Ginn on crutches is huge. Florida is free to double up on Gonzalez.

    This comment brought to you by Dodge. Ram Tough!

  176. Fanblogs Author Kevin Donahue said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:01 PM — linkabuse?



    #172 - Yeah, what's with the elephant in the DLP commercials?

  177. Swamp_Jock said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:03 PM — 152.163.100.196 — linkabuse?



    to post 173 no no no..no more dodge commericals..its clear that dodge is brainwashing people with those commercials

  178. Randy said:

    posted on January 8, 2007 11:04 PM — 74.93.5.150 — link