January 7, 2008
Fanblogs Open Thread
BCS National Championship Game
LSU Tigers vs Ohio State Buckeyes
Comments:
T-Mac
posted on January 7, 2008 9:38 PM — 66.78.139.117 — link — abuse?
said:
T-Mac has had it LSU-30 OSU-20 all along.
The way this one is playin out, it might be quite a bit higher scoring than that.
This game is much better than last year's!!!
T-Mac has to check the Peppers & Sausage for halftime.
T-Mac will post when he can.
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T-Mac
posted on January 7, 2008 9:52 PM — 66.78.139.117 — link — abuse? said:
Good Call Kev, Good Call!!!
T-Mac's boys are jonesin for the peppers & sausage at halftime.
I use Hot Italian sausage.
Sear the sausage first to where it is just cooked good enough.
T-Mac then dices up the green or red bell peppers.
Usually 1 pepper, but with everybody here 2nite more like 4 peppers.
Then dice up the onions.
Both peppers & onions T-Mac dices up bite-size.
Go ahead and let them cook with the sausage on a low- medium heat.
T-Mac prefers to cook this with extra virgin olive oil cause it is healthy.
Crisco or regular cooking oil could be used though, but this is bad for cholesterol.
You can serve this with or without rice.
This has been another installment of cooking with T-Mac!!!
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Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 7, 2008 9:55 PM — 143.127.131.4 — link — abuse?
While we're talking menus...
In honor of LSU, I made Cajun Seafood Gumbo for dinner, with crab, squid, and andouille. (For some reason, none of the seafood markets in the Orlando area have oyster right now - bummer.) My wife is thrilled since I only cook about three meals a year.
Geaux Tigers!
Go SEC!
Respect!!
T-Mac
posted on January 7, 2008 10:13 PM — 66.78.139.117 — link — abuse? said:
Ramblin Gator, what kind of crab did you cook?
Was it blue crab?
Did you use a packet of Cajun Gumbo seasoning?
T-Mac ate half a bag of Ruffles with French Onion dip so now T-Mac isn't hungry.
Ramblin Gator, T-Mac has found that HE who cooks for a Woman is a VERY happy Man!!!
T-Mac loves to cook for some reason!
It is relaxing.
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Tom Blogical
posted on January 7, 2008 10:19 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
OU-Ron:
*Wretch, wipes mouth.*
Kinda like that?
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 7, 2008 10:23 PM — 143.127.131.4 — link — abuse?
#19: T-Mac, yes indeed it was blue crab in my gumbo. I made my own dark roux and added spices by hand (i.e. I didn't use a mix). I too enjoy cooking, but I travel a lot so my wife does most of the cooking. I mainly do the "big batch" meals like gumbo, fried turkeys, chile, barbecue, paella and that sort of thing when we have a big group coming over for a party. We had several friends over for dinner, but they left before the game started. They're FSU fans and apparently not in the mood for football. :-(
Tom Blogical
posted on January 7, 2008 10:25 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Ramblin' Gator:
Sounds great. Wish I was there.
Tom Blogical
posted on January 7, 2008 10:40 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Wow. Ohio State is just helping LSU every way possible.
Regan said:
posted on January 7, 2008 10:50 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
OU-Ron (#21):
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NCAA_Division_I-A_national_football_championship
Notice that in the 138 years of College Football History, there are no two-loss national champions.
(Back in 1960, the NC was determined before the Bowl games.)
LSU will cheapen College Football with a win.
Hey, what about Kansas, a one-loss team? Georgia, West Virginia, and Missouri also won big and had 2 losses. What about them?
To answer your question, Playoffs will destroy what is great about College Football, and what is happening tonight will lead right to that.
I am pissed.
Husker Chris said:
posted on January 7, 2008 10:54 PM — 98.16.148.241 — link — abuse?
Bo Pelini is the most under rated Head Coaching hire of the year. The naysayers say he has no head coaching experience. Very true. Must be a coincidence that Nebraska has hired the most legendary Head Coach of modern college football as the A.D. in the office next to Bo's. I'm sure none of that T.O. genius will rub off on Pelini...
Autigerman said:
posted on January 7, 2008 11:10 PM — 68.109.98.15 — link — abuse?
Regan
I believe this is only the begining of 2 loss teams playing for the title.
As more and more parity happens within the college ranks it will be harder for any BCS conference teams to put anything better then a two loss team in.
On the flip side i guess you must have felt it should have been Hawaii or Kansas since they were the only 2 teams with less then 2 losses. Wow wouldnt that have been a great game. Kansas cant even win there conference and Hawaii showed they didnt belong in a BCS bowl.
OU-Ron
posted on January 7, 2008 11:12 PM — 68.12.216.68 — link — abuse? said:
Reagan, you can't have 5 teams named National Champs, if OSU goes on to lose tonight, they will be a 2 loss team also..Probably a playoff is needed.
If you're gonna be pissed off, be pissed off because a 1 loss OSU is getting whipped, not because a 2 loss team is doing the whipping...JMO
Zac said:
posted on January 7, 2008 11:12 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
I picked LSU to win it, but I have to wonder how it is the most penalized team in the SEC has had but 1 penalty called on it thus far, and OSU (not one of the more penalized teams) has a bunch, hmmmm.
Tommy Blog, it's not over yet. OSU has pulled wihin 14 with a full qtr to go. Could happen.
Tom Blogical
posted on January 7, 2008 11:17 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Zac:
The keys to this game is Robiskie dropping an uncontested pass for a TD, and the roughing the kicker penalty. Huge.
LSU is playing well, other than Flynn throwing the pick. OSU is doing their damndest to help them.
I hate watching boneheaded football.
c-dogg said:
posted on January 7, 2008 11:37 PM — 76.188.146.210 — link — abuse?
Attn: Recruits
If you want a national title, just win the SEC conference. If you want to just make it to the game....sign with a Big Ten team.
the Big Ten now now reminds me of the NFC. I'm not sure if Ohio State or Michigan will ever get enough down south recruits on their roster to remain at this level. Time will tell.
Come on ACC....get some of this action!!
Tom Blogical
posted on January 7, 2008 11:49 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Before I REALLY go to bed (it was like watching a train wreck), I want to congratulate the LSU fans. Your team played like champions. Mostly mistake free football, I respect that. I have to say I expected them to make some mistakes.
And no, it doesn't suck to be a Buckeyes fan. This team was supposed to finish 3rd in the Big 10(11) this year. Boeckman replaced a Heisman Trophy winner and Tressel got this team to the National Title Game on smoke and mirrors with the QB and receiving corps he had in the stable to work with. NOBODY thought this team would end the season with only 2 losses.
What really burns me are the boneheaded penalties.
Cane Mutiny
posted on January 8, 2008 12:10 AM — 76.110.77.142 — link — abuse? said:
C-Dogg (42) - Two?? Hahaha, you and I know that doesn't make them any more than the forgotten stepchild to a truly elite program a bit further south. Go Canes, hang on to those recruits!
As for LSU, congrats. You came in the favorites and left the winners, and there's something to be said for that. Good job beating the Buckeyes, and enjoy your national title that will almost surely be disputed by tomorrow.
My preseason national champ pick was LSU, and I'm proud of that personally. And to think they said I was crazy!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 8, 2008 12:58 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Wonder what Urban Meyer was thinking when that LSU dude was rubbing his head in the post game celebration. That was pretty funny.
@43 What does it matter if your team comes outta no where and makes it (back's in to) the national championship game or the media was putting your team in the game from day one if you get ran all over both times?
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 1:07 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
"@43 What does it matter if your team comes outta no where and makes it (back's in to) the national championship game or the media was putting your team in the game from day one if you get ran all over both times?"
Real fans don't ask questions like this. Oh and--winning your last regular season game and winning your conference championship isn't "backing in". But you knew that.
The media inserted our team in the game from day one? They were ranked 11th in the preseason. Did you even watch the season unfold? Thanks for disqualifying yourself from intelligent debate with that single, idiotic comment.
I don't think K-Hue is going to start up a Neanderthal Fanblogs site, but you might get lucky if you ask very nicely.
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 8, 2008 1:39 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Inserting your team into the game from day one was from last year when the media was up Ohio State's bum from the get go you moron. Obviously your comprehension needs to be adjusted a bit or maybe i need to make it a little clearer since some people obviously are a little slower than others. The Neanderthal's site has their #1 guy right here.
OU Fan said:
posted on January 8, 2008 1:41 AM — 139.139.51.70 — link — abuse?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange post #41, it does NOT suck being an Oklahoma fan, but welcome to our world. And congrats to LSU. I hate the fact that Lester Miles won the crystal ball, but his team played like champions. LSU had a team full of winners, and having a team full of winners is what it takes to win a national champioship. I kind of wish Bo Pelini was still at Oklahoma. Instead, Stoops has entrusted the world in Brent Venables which to me will make it hard for OU to win another national championship. I guess SEC fans have all the room in the world to run their mouths about how their conference is the best. However, the Big 12 is not far behind. Too bad there are not more Big 12-SEC matchups. I think both conferences would break even. BOOMER!
OU Fan said:
posted on January 8, 2008 1:53 AM — 139.139.51.70 — link — abuse?
Talk about get robbed. From what I read, Kansas, a team with only one loss coming from a top 10 Mizzou team didn't even finish in the top 5 of the final AP poll. The freaking Jayhawks beat a BCS top 5 Hokies team. College football is starting to make me sick. BOOMER!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 8, 2008 2:00 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
OU Fan yeah that must suck watching your old buddy from Stillwater holding the prize. I guess there was a reason LSU was so hard to beat this year, because they looked mighty good tonight. Oklahoma was a Sam Bradford concussion away from a shot at a national title so i don't know why you would think it's gonna be hard. I would just like to see Mack win a Big 12 title in the post Vince Young era.
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 8, 2008 2:05 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Are you serious? That is pure crap. I don't know bout OU, but i know we got Mizzou and Kansas next year. Not to mention Arkansas at the beginning of the year. Big 12 should be very interesting next year.
OU Fan said:
posted on January 8, 2008 4:16 AM — 139.139.51.70 — link — abuse?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange, I don't know the dates of the schedule, but I do know that the Sooners will play TCU, Cincinatti, and Washington. And of course, their will be the regular Big 12 play only this time Kansas, Kansas State, and Nebraska will face Oklahoma. I'm glad OU has Texas Tech in Norman. Road games at College Station and at Stillwater are possible road blocks. What are your thoughts on Finley leaving early? Sweed, Finley, and Charles missing next season heavily increase the chances of the Horns losing to the Sooners. BOOMER SOONER!
wvu_lifer
posted on January 8, 2008 6:48 AM — 75.109.107.108 — link — abuse? said:
Congrats to LSU and thier fans. They played a good game against a crappy and lucky to be there OSU. PLAYOFFS!!!!!
Cane_Mutiny and c-dogg, I've been watching the Rivals top 100 recruiting class. Man, you guys have some talent coming in!! I still wish you were in the Big East. We had just begun to be competitive with and sometimes beat the Canes. Anyway, congrats on the SOLID recruits, start ruling the ACC, like the rest of the Big East Schools, lol.gOSU27 said:
posted on January 8, 2008 7:04 AM — 207.74.25.36 — link — abuse?
Hmmmmmm......Well at least we were there over some team that lost to Pitt in the last week....Now who could that be??
Tom, I wouldn't call it smoke and mirrors, at QB at least. Boeckman put the throws where they needed to be. Robiskie holds onto that catch, and we don't even have to try to kick a field goal.
Dang it, i think what we were really missing is Anthony Gonzalez.Well, all I can say is that beanie played a heck of a game (for LSU knowing what we were gonna do every play)
gOSU27 said:
posted on January 8, 2008 7:39 AM — 207.74.25.36 — link — abuse?
Remember, Beanie is only a sophomore...and he played great. Tressel had a great game plan, but when it came to the second half, and making the right call, the hat came out on top.
but, #72 does =#1
I would like to point out another thing though, LSU db's>OSU wr's
It was just like Illinois, Robiskie couldn't get open, and when Boekman makes a perfect throw, he drops it in the enzone.
What really made me ticked off about that game was all of the personal fouls that OSU commited, it just wasn't Tressel-like to do that type of thing.
I thought all along that Pettrey should have been kicking instead of Pretorius.
posted on January 8, 2008 8:09 AM — link — abuse?Kevin Donahue
said:
@Ramblin' Gator - You can still get oysters at Fresh Market, at least they had them yesterday. Just bring me a tupperware of leftover gumbo and rice. ;)
@T-Mac - Maybe we can have a "Gameday Cookin' with T-Mac" video segment during the season next year!
@All - Which SEC champ do you think will get their turn on the OSU train next year?
@All FBS Coaches - If your conference wants you to play LSU in New Orleans for a BCS game... RUN!
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 8, 2008 8:48 AM — 74.185.133.40 — link — abuse?
#60: Kev, thanks for the tip - my next pot of gumbo has your name on it!
Who will win the SEC next year? Right now, I'm guessing UGA. The dawgs finished this year strongest and they are having the best recruiting class of any SEC team as well. I would love to see UF in Atlanta next year, but I doubt they can grow a good defense in one year.
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 9:19 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
@50:
LOL!! I seem to remember the team "inserted into the title game" last year sure as hell didn't have a problem with a certain Burnt Orange team from Texas. At their place, no less.
Obviously, you need to take a communication class and a memory retention class.
"The Neanderthal's site has their #1 guy right here."
You're proving it every time you comment, my prehistoric friend. :-)
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 9:23 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
T-Mac and Ramblin' Gator:
The food you guys were talking about had my mouth watering. I'm serious when I say I'd love to see a recipe. Please?
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 9:27 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
I'm thinking Georgia has a great chance of winning the SEC next year. It's too bad they got Hawaii in their bowl game. I think the Bulldogs got ripped off from getting a quality opponent there. (Have I just unleashed the incoherent rants of Coondawg, or did he or she get banned?)
Mr2Bits said:
posted on January 8, 2008 9:30 AM — 97.76.59.182 — link — abuse?
@Regan:
You thought process is as flawed as all the brownnosers that put OSU and Hawaii in bowl games. Just because you have the best record DOES NOT mean you are the best team. When people start realizing this, it will make college football and the BCS not look like a bunch of asses.@Cane Fan: I would agree that Florida has been far from a dynasty over the last 25 years but forgotten stepchild to Miami??? Who are you kidding! The Canes haven't been in a meaningful bowl(or bowl at all this year, barely last year) since 2001. Anyone that speaks English and lives in Florida knows who the elite program of the sunshine state is, end of argument. You can turn on any radio station and listen to your UM alum talk about how much of an embarrassment your team is!
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 9:35 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
T-Mac:
Is your comment at #14 the complete deal, or is there any thing else to it?
wvu_lifer
posted on January 8, 2008 9:42 AM — 75.109.107.108 — link — abuse? said:
@ gOSUFAN27, Ouch....kick me where it hurts. I guess what i should have said is "an OSU team that has overachieved all year". The "crappy" was bad wording, i appologize. You even said it yourself, "picked 3rd in Big Ten, No one expected us to be where we are now". I guess "crappy" in terms of a typical OSU team. The dominating O-Line, Power runner, killer D, and wide outs for days. Hartline and Robisky are no Glenn and Ginn. Just for the slam on my team however, thhhhhpppppth!!!
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 10:00 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
gOSU27:
I think Boeckman was the Achilles heel all year, along with the DTs and Mike positions...and I think it was obvious last night. LSU exposed those weaknesses very, very well. Boecks turned it over 3 times in each of their losses, and really played like a 1st year QB the last 3 games of the year.
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 10:02 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
OU-Ron:
I'm not sure which will be worse for me--OSU losing last night, or missing an opportunity to get those recipes...I'm leaning toward the recipes. ;-)
gOSU27 said:
posted on January 8, 2008 10:33 AM — 207.74.25.36 — link — abuse?
True tom, we are going to need Boeckman to play like he did against penn state, or at least limit the mistakes. What also needs to happen is boeckman has to get adjusted to the blitzes coming.
Beanie can definantly carry the team though. He will play a huge part in the next 1-2 years at Ohio State.
All of the fouls surprised me as well. Tressel has to stop those.oh ya wv_lifer, sorry, i guess i took it as more of an insult
posted on January 8, 2008 11:23 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Regan @31: Alabama had two losses in 1941 and finished in the AP poll #20, but they claim a national chmapionship for that year. That's because one selector out of over 30 chose them as MNC, and that's all they needed.
Ohio State deserved to be in that game, even more than LSU. I'm sure they're getting sick of hearing about being winless in bowls against SEC opponents. They had a good season. Like Tom said, no one really expected them to make it this far, so it can still be considered a success. I bet there's a lot of you out there that wish your team had lost two NC games in a row...
posted on January 8, 2008 11:30 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Did anyone else see, in the 4th quarter, on that 4th down pass when Boeckman got hit and fumbled the ball, the OSU lineman closest to the ball get tackled by a LSU lineman so he couldn't recover it? I thought that was illegal? Can anyone shed some light? The announcers didn't mention that although it was evident from more than one angle.
I thought the last open thread might stay open until we got 500 posts. Maybe this one...
TE
posted on January 8, 2008 11:38 AM — 204.68.245.11 — link — abuse? said:
An omen?
I found this site during the stretch run of the 2003 season...I found it again this season...
What a great game...Pelini FINALLY started blitzing again...Harry Coleman came in and absolutely stepped up for Steltz after he got that early stinger...and LSU made the adjustments.
For all the talk of the dominant Ohio State Line, LSU got five sacks, stoned Beanie Wells in the 2nd half completely, and owned the point of attack when tOSU had the ball. I knew we had the ability, but I was honestly surprised at how well we played once we settled in. Also...Boeckman had Sam Bradford syndrome...Held onto the ball way, way, WAYYYYY too long. If your receivers can't get open, then check down, look at the back in the flat, or throw it away...
But, Boeckman got minimized during the stretch run in favor of Beanie, and he underperformed on top of that during the same stretch. When we started staying back and not getting burned on overpursuit on the ground, you knew the game was over. No one thought Boeckman and the OSU receivers were going to win that game. In those one-on-one matchups, Robiskie almost one once in a scoring opportunity. Everything else was meaningless.
Having two decent Big-10 level receivers isn't enough against a legitimate top flight defense that can send waves of defenders at you. Pelini's philosophy of using safeties as nickel and dime backs creates much better pass-rushing and run-support opportunities, and you saw why he favors the bigger guys in the secondary:
Chevis Jackson & Zenon shut the tOSU wideouts completely down.
Gary Crowton threw an absolutely brilliant gameplan at the Buckeyes, and that proud defense got humbled on a national stage for the 2nd straight year. On the other side of the ball, Pelini obliterate the notion his head wouldn't be in the game or the gameplan on defense.
Miles has put together an unbelievable staff, just got commitments from the best cover corners in America, two years (this year and last) running, and the #5 CB in America just scheduled us for his last visit...
This team was chock full of leadership, which I think will be the biggest thing to replace, though Jean Francois, Beckwith, Chad Jones, Curtis Taylor, and Byrd, Lafell, and almost our entire O-Line will return loaded for bear next year...
All in all...a great time to be a Tiger Fan! These are the Good Old Days!
CaneNation said:
posted on January 8, 2008 11:49 AM — 65.223.143.169 — link — abuse?
Being a Miami fan, this didn't make me very happy but good news for LSU fans..."Patrick Johnson, rated the top cornerback prospect in the nation, picked LSU after announcing last week that he had decommitted from Miami"
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 12:03 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Ramblin' Gator:
Sweet! If it's a problem for anyone else, I'll get you my email address. Thanks!!
Big Tide said:
posted on January 8, 2008 12:38 PM — 12.208.88.211 — link — abuse?
I was very proud that the NC came from the SEC, but even more excited that it came from the Western Division. It was so obvious that LSU was the more talented team and by not turning the ball over and making a dozen stupid penalties they finally lived up to their potential. This game was never in doubt after LSU took the lead. For Ohio State and the rest of the Big 10 it is time to do some real soul searching. As much as it probably pained Herbstreet last night, he made the comment that most fan feedback ranked the Big 10 somewhere between the Mid American and Conference USA conferences. Obviously he believes that for he wouldn't have said it on the air. Good luck to everyone in the OFF SEASON and ROLLLLL TIIIIIDE ROLLLLLLL!!!!
Lennie Collins
posted on January 8, 2008 12:57 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Hello Fellow Bloggers...Sorry it has been a while since I posted(Dealing with legal issues.) If you are wondering......I am and was found innocent because I did not do any of it! I just wanna say that the Oklahoma Sooners looked bad in there Fiesta Bowl! (In case some thought I bailed off the blog because of it.) I am still Crimson and Cream true, I might change my blog name to that! On second thought I'm gonna keeps it real and continue using my real name! Even though I am not a SEC propagandist I was glad to see Louisiana State the LONE/Only National Champions. I was shocked that Southern California did not get the AP National Title, AGAIN! Did any of you see Rivals.com pre-preseason rankings for 2008? No surprise they picked Southern California #1 and Georgia #2? They got Oklahoma ranked #4. It's gone be a long winter, spring, and summer BUT it was a good college football season. I look forward to the upcoming year and YES I am gonna pick Oklahoma and West Virginia again for the National Title Game. I also look forward to all of your imput and from the Texas Longhorns fans, insults! Take care and remember......it's only entertainment! And for all you Texas Longhorns fans......no I did not cry or was I upset when Oklahoma lost to West Virginia. When you have God and a wonderful son......it's a blessing to be alive!
JZNole
posted on January 8, 2008 1:12 PM — 12.177.80.3 — link — abuse? said:
How long do we have to put with Fox broadcasting BCS games. They are TERRIBLE!!!!! Did anyone else notice that at the end of the 3rd quarter, LSU got tackled out of bounds, but the clock kept running. No one said anything. Of course there were no replays, because apparently Fox doesn't have that ability. But they can use their ridiculous Jumper cameras to show a replay of something that happened 2 quarters ago.
I still cannot comprehend how much the SEC roots for each other. Last year I had some UGA friends rooting for Florida. I bet if Bama or Auburn were in the title game, they'd root for each other. What's up with that? As an FSU fan, if Miami were in the title game, the only chance I'd root for them would be if they played Florida. But, I'd blow up the stadium before that could happen :) (kidding!)
posted on January 8, 2008 1:15 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
If we've been this off-topic during the season, imagine what we'll do during this spring. Some possible guest-author threads from loyal readers:
Game Day Eats with Rambling Gator and Rachael Ray
Everything you didn't want to know about LSU football and didn't want to ask by TE
I can say something more profound than you in one sentence by Gatorhippy
Put us in a room and let us fight it out by Lennie Collins and Bevo Boy
I can make you love USC if you just read these next 14 paragraphs by Tommie Trojan
I'll approve this message when I can by T-Mac
You, too, can learn italics and bold face type for your posts in 3 easy steps by Tom Blogical
Finding West Virginia Football on TV in Fricking Nebraska by Zac
Misc. Leather Helmet History and other facts about Alabama by Sweet Home Alabama
Kevin can back me up on this by TE (TE gets two guest columns)
The WAC will slay you, mother f*ckers!!! by the late Coondawg
You'll never catch me wearing a cap and a turtleneck, by OU Ron
and finally...
Assorted lists that have nothing remotely to do about college football by War Eagle Atlanta
Lennie Collins
posted on January 8, 2008 1:29 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
War Eagle Atlanta...I don't get Post #89? I don't have a problem with Bevo Boy, Tomcat, 40 Acres of Burnt Orange or ANY Texas fans! Bobby stop posting on his own. DmanLV same thing. I also have no problems with Southern California or SEC fans!
TE
posted on January 8, 2008 1:38 PM — 204.68.245.11 — link — abuse? said:
Kevin,
You're developing a really great community here, man...I get a kick out of tuning in every day to see what's going on...
Have you been thinking of doing any recruiting information emphasis out there during the offseason? Just curious...
WEA...That's priceless, man...
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 1:43 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
WEA (#89):
Hilarious!! LMAO!!
"You, too, can learn italics and bold face type for your posts in 3 easy steps by Tom Blogical"
Wasn't that more like 30 or 300 steps? LOL!!
(:-D)
Lennie Collins
posted on January 8, 2008 2:05 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Ou Ron I only saw parts of the fourth quarter but my fellow brothers in Christ in my Church informed me that the Offense looked great but the defense looked bad. That was the most yards Oklahoma gave up rushing, EVER!
M GO BLUE said:
posted on January 8, 2008 2:08 PM — 216.46.211.12 — link — abuse?
c-dogg.....
Miami average star rating of recruits - 3.26
Michigan............................. - 3.71
Ohio State........................... - 3.88Terrelle pryor.....#1 recruit......#1 dual threat QB......runs a 4.40.......can't decide between Michigan or Ohio State.......he was wearing a Michigan shirt at the Army all American game.
Sam McGuffie....runs a 4.32 40.....ranked #1 running back in space by rivals.....going to see some good days at Michigan starting this fall.
Don't worry about Michigan or Ohio State.....the last thing we need is our game going "south" =)
posted on January 8, 2008 3:17 PM — link — abuse? said:
@TE and Everyone - I try to keep things lively every week during the off-season. There's usually plenty to discuss/forecast/lament to keep it interesting.
That being said - I do not enjoy recruiting "season". I don't want to do **breaking news** (sirens! urgent!) every time some kid committs to University of Central State College. I would really enjoy passing on some of the Rivals info after signing day, but.. until then - nah. No recruiting talk.
I would also LOVE to use the off-season to give posting privilages to a few folks -- sort of an "audition" period.
Cane Mutiny
posted on January 8, 2008 3:28 PM — 65.12.247.141 — link — abuse? said:
#99 M-GO Blue: Stars a nice little B.S. system that got made up by recruiting sites to make money.
The Canes have commitments from the most dedicated athletes in the Miami area, as well as across the country. Our "average star" number is brought down by 8 two star guys, all of whom are extremely dedicated and are ready to play for the U - there was no indecision from them, they wanted to come to Coral Gables and compete from DAY ONE.
But if you do want to play the stars game, we have 27 commits, and we are in the process of attempting to sway upwards of a dozen others. We have two five-star commits, versus Michigan's zero (according to Rivals - Scout says we have
The stars don't line up for you Great Lakers as well as you might think...
Randy Shannon is a recruiting machine and will bring this fallen powerhouse back before you can say "Appalachian State."
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#66 Mr2Bits: In terms of a dynasty over the past 25 years, there is absolutely no question that Miami is superior. We are down now, but for the Gators to brag about two in 25 while their neighbors to the south have five in that same time period, as well as much better win percentage, is ridiculous.
Even with the bad years we've had recently, the Miami Hurricanes have been the most dominant college football program in the nation over the past 25 years, and I'd like to see you try and argue.
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Congrats, Tigers! I don't particularly like you guys, but you beat the Buckeyes and the Gators in one season. That commands respect from any 'Cane.
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It's great to be a Miami Hurricane! Hang on to those recruits!!
gOSU27 said:
posted on January 8, 2008 3:31 PM — 207.74.25.36 — link — abuse?
Good point, M GO BLUE.....so is there talk of Mallet transferring? Because thats what I would do if Pryor goes to Michigan. Hopefully, though, Mallet isn't forced to make the decision because Pryor goes to OSU. I also heard something about Mcguffie doubting Rich Rod for some reason or another, I heard talk of A&M. I don't buy any of it but I don't know the inside story.
OU-Ron, we saw a similar thing against the Tigers, but that may have just been Boeckmans lack of picking up the blitz.
TE: Pelini had a great game plan, and he did exactly what you need to do to get Boeckman jittery. Chris Wells and maybe Brian Hartline are maybe the two bright spots of the offense.
BTW, did any of you see beanie's stiff-arm? That was pretty sweet.
Cane Mutiny
posted on January 8, 2008 3:31 PM — 65.12.247.141 — link — abuse? said:
#101 Kevin: I love that Fanblogs has never gotten caught up in recruiting. It's good to see a college football website that can keep things interesting without having to resort to reporting on teenagers' college choices.
That said, I'm not gonna lie, I watch the recruiting landscape as much as the next guy, especially in this huge year for my 'Canes...
West Coast Willie said:
posted on January 8, 2008 3:41 PM — 74.93.5.150 — link — abuse?
TE, my congratulations to you and the tigers for running the table this year. I am one who thinks that they deserve to be number 1. I have lived in California, (the bay area) for better than 30 years. I have family in Alabama and an older brother who is as avid an Alabama fan as I am a Trojan fan. We had fun during those years when So Cal and Alabama played each other.
Last night my wife came by to pick me up from work for my dinner break, (I work as a computer engineer for the BART system). We ate at The Cheesecake Factory in the Pleasanton mall, yum, yum. Even though the game was on in the bar I could not see the TV. I sent waiters over 3 times to get scores but no one seemed to know. That’s a problem with living in this area. If our conference isn’t in the game, no one keeps up with things. As a youngster I grew up in SEC country where games were life and death. I sometimes miss that out here.
I actually have nothing against you, just a little ribbing to stir you up. Sorry if I crossed over the line. It was all in fun. Maybe I’ll see you on next year. How bout’ them tigers! Go luck next fall! I’m outta’ here.
OU-Ron
posted on January 8, 2008 3:45 PM — 216.201.209.146 — link — abuse? said:
I like watching the recruiting scene also, but if you had to report on it, you would be posting every ten minutes.....although I think it more interesting than a story about some guy getting his scrotum Ripped off JMO....on second thought, it did fill up up a thread with conversation, if it happens again, go ahead and report it....
posted on January 8, 2008 3:47 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie: When you first came on here, you used to enjoy mixing it up with all the Texas fans. It's all in good jest. Welcome back!
Everyone: Just remember: They make fun of you because they like you.
Talking about the content of fanblogs: Some other blogs do have opinion pieces done by a cadre of contributors, and some are all the better for it. The format here has been to have (typically) fact-based pieces done by one guy, Kevin, and have everyone post their opinion. A little change-up pitch may not hurt.
I'm definitely of the opinion that recruiting should be covered at the end when it's over rather than incrementally as we've sometimes done. Doing the gradual, play-by-play coverage is really something that you share on your homer sites rather than in this format on fanblogs, IMHO.
However, fellows, I'll be honest. I could've used a little more 'uniform' threads...
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 8, 2008 5:13 PM — 74.185.133.40 — link — abuse?
Ramblin’ Gator’s Seafood Gumbo
Ingredients:
1 cup of oil/butter/margarine/bacon fat, according to taste (I recommend peanut oil)
1 cup of all-purpose flour
1 large onion, chopped
3 green bell peppers, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 tablespoons minced garlic (or, to your taste)
4 tablespoons minced chiles (or, to your taste)
3 teaspoons cayenne pepper (or, to your taste)
1 10-ounce can of chicken stock or equivalent in bouillon powder/cubes
4 to 6 cups water (depending on how thick you want the gumbo to be)
4 cups chopped okra, mushrooms, or other vegetables (according to your taste)
half a pound andouille (or other spicy sausage)
2 pints oysters
1 pound crab (preferably, blue crab)Note: the last three ingredients are pretty flexible. You want to have about 2.5 pounds of protein and you can use most any meat or seafood. I do recommend using something “juicy” like oysters or you won’t get much of a seafood flavor (like the difference between New England clam chowder and potato soup). If you aren’t picky about your seafood, you can economize by purchasing one pound bags of mixed frozen seafood available at most seafood markets for three to four dollars a pound. Squid is also very cheap.
To make the roux, heat the oil in a heavy (preferably, iron) skillet and add the flour slowly while stirring continuously. The roux will first turn a shade of peanut butter brown, but keep going as you want the roux to be chocolate brown for gumbo. The pan will need to be very hot for this (~500 degrees F). When the roux is done, turn the heat down to medium and add the onions, peppers, and celery and continue cooking and stirring until the onions are translucent. Add garlic and other spices according to your taste.
If you are making a large batch of gumbo, you can transfer the contents of the skillet to a crock pot or stock pot at this point (to avoid overflowing your skillet).
Add the water and stock/bouillon to the skillet/pot and bring it to a low boil. Add the sausage and okra (or other optional vegetables, according to your taste) and bring the mixture back to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until vegetables appear to be done. Add the seafood and simmer until seafood is fully cooked. Note: seafood typically takes very little time to cook.
To serve gumbo in the traditional Cajun way, put a scoop of steamed white rice in a bowl and ladle the gumbo over the rice. Optionally, you can garnish with chopped green onions to add some color.
Tom Blogical
posted on January 8, 2008 5:50 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
Ramblin' Gator:
That sounds great! I'm printing it now. I'm going to try making that this month, thanks a lot!
Tomcat said:
posted on January 8, 2008 6:03 PM — 70.242.185.82 — link — abuse?
# 112 Ramblin Gator, heck man I thought my posts about fishing, beef cattle and used vehicles were way off subject on a CFB blog- you got me beat with gumbo receipes.
confession-- try this get some Zassafran's or Tony Chachere's gumbo mix, comes in a little box, you know kinda like uncle bens. Buy two boxes of that stuff add your shrimp, deer sausage, oysters whatever you have comes out great everytime. You have to add alot of okra and peppers.
Another secrect- for the best fryed squirrel use jiffy corn bread mix for your batter.
Tomcatc-dogg said:
posted on January 8, 2008 6:47 PM — 76.188.146.210 — link — abuse?
(#99) MGo Blue,
I'm happy with our Florida recruits. Not concerned about Ohio State's Blue chip Offensive linemen. They don't play defense in the SEC bowlgame massacres.
Can't comment on Michigan's recruits...haven't researched it much because it won't matter when they play Ohio State and loose again.....
posted on January 8, 2008 6:55 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Someone want to take on my question in #75? I'd really like to know what the rule is...
"Did anyone else see, in the 4th quarter, on that 4th down pass when Boeckman got hit and fumbled the ball, the OSU lineman closest to the ball get tackled by a LSU lineman so he couldn't recover it? I thought that was illegal? Can anyone shed some light? The announcers didn't mention that although it was evident from more than one angle."
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 8, 2008 10:12 PM — 74.185.133.40 — link — abuse?
#116: Tomcat, I'm kind of a purist (where gumbo and etouffee are concerned) and make my own roux and choose my own spices. I am a big fan of Tony Chachere's seasonings and always use Zatarain's for shrimp and crawfish boils.
I had a Cajun dish years ago that was the best pork I've ever eaten. I can't remember how to spell it and can't find a recipe, but I can spell it phonetically: KOO-shawn-dee-lay. Do any of my coon-ass friends here at FB know what I'm talking about, know how to spell it, or have a recipe for it?
Okay, enough of all this cooking talk. Time to do something manly. Where's the remote control, honey?
gatorstud said:
posted on January 8, 2008 10:12 PM — 71.115.83.216 — link — abuse?
gOSU27....i have to agree w/ you on the lack of replays...i thought lsu had fumbled the ball when the reciever rolled over the defender...the refs called him down by contact w/ ground....but there wasn't a replay of it....everyone at my house thought it was a fumble....
jmho....not trying to take anything away from lsu...i just happened to notice the lack of replays also...
go gators...
don't tempt me said:
posted on January 8, 2008 11:49 PM — 68.11.166.163 — link — abuse?
@Ramblin Gator--#121- Not a coonass here, but I'll settle for bayou belle. I believe you're searching for cochon de lait. Great pronunciation, btw. No real recipe, but that's quite an undertaking. Just make friends with a butcher and have him set aside a whole pig for ya'. Split backbone, marinate overnight (garlic, tony's, crab boil and tabasco), then season AGAIN and rotisserie for about...oh...half the day. Gives you 8-10 hours to bond with your buddies who are going to help you chow down on that 95lb piggy. Where y'at? You can borrow my shed if you'd like.
back to FB...
@gatorstud--#122- plenty of replays in the dome. And you had to see the replay. I was doubtful,too. Trust me...he was down.FOX needs to step up...I didn't enjoy any of the games that I did get to see on tv. Commentators can be a little too one-sided, as well. and what's with Chris Rose? Please, FOX, find someone better?
@WEA#101-- who the hell knows...I thought you could fight to the death to recover a loose ball.
Was it 4th down? the 4th quarter was all a blur. I blame it on the lockdown on alcohol by the dome after halftime...reality catches up! but on 4th down isn't boeckman the only osu player that can recover anyway? or am I thinking NFL? I'm a chick...pardon my ignorance. :)
Lennie Collins
posted on January 8, 2008 11:50 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
War Eagle Atlanta Post #109...I just got tired of reading Texas Longhorns fans thinking Texas program is spotless and their fans are non violent/great sports! To THIS DAY I still hear Texas fans say Barry Switzer "cheated"! I still TO THIS day don't understand that comment! Most Texas fans believe the NCAA cannot functions without Texas competing in championships as well! Hey everyone can have their own opinion BUT it is great to have facts to back it up!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 9, 2008 12:17 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
So i guess getting hit with 2 years probation for recruiting violations, getting banned from bowl games in 73 and 74, and television appearances in 74 and 75 doesn't count as cheating does it? Not to mention Oklahoma won national titles in 74 and 75 while on ncaa probation. If that is not considered cheating please enlighten me.
Lennie Collins
posted on January 9, 2008 12:30 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
40 Acres of Burnt Orange you need to check dictionary.com and read the definition of cheating and you need to check your tone when you address me! If recruitng violations counts has cheating then other schools need to be mention as well! Has Texas ever been put on probation? Was it cheating when they "won" games on probation? Check your tone, check your tone!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 9, 2008 12:39 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Ha! Ha! I honestly can't remember Texas being on NCAA probation, but i have been wrong before. Maybe Tomcat can put in his $0.02 on that. Come on Lennie, if you win championships with players that you recruited by violating the rules would that not be considered cheating in some way?
Lennie Collins
posted on January 9, 2008 12:46 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Hey 40 Acres of Burnt Orange I am in no way shape or form trying to insult you, BUT if you can't remember that Texas was on probation I believe from 1986 to 1988 then how the (I ain't go say it) can you remember Oklahoma being on probation in 1973?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 9, 2008 12:56 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Like i said I have been wrong before i knew they were on probation sometime in the 80's couldn't remember the exact dates. But then again easy to forget considering we weren't exactly winning Championships during that time.
Although in 84 we were a muffed punt return away from a national title. Thank's Craig Curry and Georgia! I was just glancing through this book on the Texas and OU rivalry and happened to come across that information.
Lennie Collins
posted on January 9, 2008 1:09 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Hey 40 Acres of Burnt Orange I don't remember the exact years but they were viewed has minor infractions. One had something to do with recruiting violations. Yes, because I am friends with a guy who played high school football with Eric Dickerson. Texas offered Eric Dickerson family a house and SMU offered him a house and other things with it. That is why he ended up at SMU instead of Texas. Coach Akers was mad about it and reported to the NCAA. Texas of course did not get burned by it because they turn SMU in. I was not there and this is what my friend told me. So most major programs have had violations of some degree...believe me TEXAS IS NOT 100% clean! Oklahoma IS NOT 100% dirty!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 9, 2008 1:21 AM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Allright Lennie i hear ya i don't think there is a clean school in the nation honestly. Some are just better at hiding it then others! Interesting fact about Eric Dickerson.
Fred was always a pretty sore loser about everything. Running your mouth like that is crap though. I think i remember a similar incident between Philip Fulmer and Mike Shula not too long ago.
Eye of the Tiger said:
posted on January 9, 2008 5:27 AM — 138.163.0.44 — link — abuse?
Reagan,
@31, You need to get a F'N clue. Haven't you learned anything watching CFB the last two years? I think not when you make jacka__ comments like, "Hey, what about Kansas, a one-loss team?" What about Hawaii? They were undefeated?? And I guess with your logic Florida didn't have a shot to beat OSU last year be/c OSU was undefeated, right. You have it so a__ backwards.
Let me fill you in... It is be/c of this system that teams like OSU can get in every year, and until there is a playoff system you will continue to see them get in and get there a__ kicked everytime. This year if there was a playoff, I believe USC and LSU woulda been playing for the marbles. You can speculate GA, KU, or Missou if you want, but we will never know. The system that you know and love currently allows teams like OSU to get in the National title game every year and get embarrassed. Don't hate the teams, hate the system.Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on January 9, 2008 8:58 AM — 67.97.209.36 — link — abuse?
#123: don't tempt me, thanks for the correct spelling and recipe! I'll be making that at my next large party.
BTW, no offense intended on the "coon-ass" remark. I used to work for Schlumberger and spent a lot of time in NOLA and Acadiana (where I learned Cajun cooking) and the local employees considered "coon-ass" to be a badge of honor. Glad we have a bayou belle here on FB!
Regarding Fox Sports coverage, I've noticed their announcers are perpetually biased in toward one team or the other (they probably learned this trick from Fox News).
posted on January 9, 2008 11:51 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie: Maybe it's an entitlement belief that Texas fans now have, but for 30 years after Darrell Royal retired, the national championship scene got along just fine without them--with the exception of two seasons, 1977 and 1983, when they derailed possible title runs by tanking their bowl games. Other than those two seasons, they were pretty much dormant.
I don't remember much about Fred Akers other than he wasn't Darrell Royal. I respect the 1983 Texas squad because they beat a pretty good Auburn team in Auburn to open the season. Luckily for Auburn, their only loss came early with that game, otherwise they might not have been able to contend themselves for a national title. Of course, glitzy Miami got the two most important poll selectors that year, even though Auburn had the most...
Eye of the Tiger said:
posted on January 9, 2008 12:03 PM — 138.163.0.41 — link — abuse?
Gatorstud,
@122, I saw the replay they aired on FOX, which was sort of a blur, but a there was a replay. He was definitely down on that play. Overall it was probably the cleaniest game I've seen out of the Tigers all year, and what I've been waiting to see. The role was some how flipped with OSU. I wonder what the difference in the game woulda been had it not been for a lot of dumb penalties for OSU.
FromUVM said:
posted on January 9, 2008 12:45 PM — 76.30.254.215 — link — abuse?
Well, Big-10 fans must have been hating the bowl season again this year. I think the best thing Big-10 schools can do is what OSU is doing the next couple years with USC, play some tough OOC opponents.
Ohio State was a good team, but blowing through that conference and getting stomped in back-to-back NC games does not look good. It only makes the Big-10 look bad. Any number of teams could have been in that game besides LSU or OSU, and I doubt that any other teams in there (besides Kansas or Hawaii because of their weak schedules) would get response that OSU is getting if they were beaten that same way.
But unless anything changes I see no reason to ever put a tough team on your schedule, hell Hawaii got a BCS game. Fan perception means nothing, play a weak schedule and win those games get you BCS $$$$$.
don't tempt me said:
posted on January 9, 2008 8:23 PM — 68.11.166.163 — link — abuse?
#135 Ramblin' Gator...no offense taken whatsoever. Born and raised in LA on the bayou, but can't call myself cajun. Ancestors from all sides are direct from France not Nova Scotia. Trust me, if I could, I'd call myself a coonass. You're right... 'tis an honor down here.
Zac said:
posted on January 10, 2008 11:03 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
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WarEagle's Post #89: Priceless
Being named in post #89 & considered one of the gang: Beyond Priceless!!!Thanks WarEagle, I needed that! By the way, my wife doesn't know any of the gang and she laughed her a$$ off.
Regarding the fumble: R U ready for this (Please, don't throw stuff at me guys.) I stepped out of the room just before it happened. I agree FOX Sports doesn't cut it.
Lennie, seriously, glad your back. 40 A of BO, common, man, burry the hatchet with Lennie.
Congrats to those Bayou Bengals; the 1st team within the BCS era to win the NC with 2 losses. And to think, there were those who have argued against a Play-Off because they feared this would happen.
I have a great deal of respect for MO's & OSU's program. I was pleasantly surprised to see KS do so well this year, not to mention win the Orange Bowl. I'd be fool not to give props to GA, OK, VA Tech, USC, the list goes on. But, lets face it, folks. This season, in my opinion, there wasn't a single team all year long which stood out and staked their claim to the NC. If ever there was a season that should have had some sort of play-off format, this was it.
GA played outstanding, as did USC. I agree; GA will likely take the SEC East, but they may fall to the possible 3-peat LSU of the West.
So, Ramblin Gator, shall we call you The Ramblin Gourmet, or the Galloping Gator? I was never much for gumbo, my apologies. I'm more into Chicken or Egg Plant Parmesan.
Wacky as it has been, it's been a great season, and our host, Kevin Donahue, has been the best!!! Thanks, Kevin.
Thank you one and all!!!
posted on January 11, 2008 11:23 AM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
For Zac: HD Digital cable with DVR $90 (per month)
Being able to rewind live TV and never miss a fumble: Priceless!
Glad you liked your shout-out. Took me 10 minutes to come up with those. Only Lennie thought it was a dig!
posted on January 11, 2008 4:26 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
I guess so, Bevo. Lennie's a little apprehensive about any compliment I pay him ever since I called him a cynic one day. Yea, like which of us on here isn't a cynic? He thought it was derogatory.
When Lennie first got on here, he was prone to argue with just about anyone. Since then, he's not so bad. I think he knows his football, which is really what counts on here. It's hard not to like a guy named Lennie, right?
Yea, not a bad little community we have on here. The counter says there's about 17,000 or so folks registered, but the usual suspects like us only number around 70-100 I think.
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 11, 2008 8:24 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
Then I'd better get started.
Top 10 tips for beginners before you start duking it out with someone who is a veteran on here:
10.Don't go for the big guns right away. TE, Lennie(not nearly as much nowadays), and many others can pick apart any dumb post and make you realize that every word of it is completely stupid.
9.Get on Zac's good side. He's full-blooded Italiano.
8.Make at least one relevant post before you start picking fights.
7.Once you're in the fight, unless you're against another green-horn, you need to act like you're cornered. Fight to the death(with some relevance, at least)!
6.If you're named will, and someone says "FIRE AT WILL," unless you already started the fight, odds are he doesn't mean you.
5.Remember, if you aren't that good with fighting, it never hurts to carry a switchblade(on here, you would have to find a way to make it shoot out their monitor for succes. Have fun with that one).
4.Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.
3.Don't mess with Kevin. He'll tell on you(just kidding, you'll be kicked out by the Fanblogs polic).
2.Look up coondawg. He'll give great examples of the worst
1.Finally, you need to be like a ninja-cat. Half-cat and half-ninja. Well, maybe 60/40 ninja. Just remember, a ninja kicks a pirates a$$ any day!Lennie Collins
posted on January 12, 2008 1:44 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
War Eagle Atlanta Post #146, You are right because that's how my legal junk got started. I am very careful about "complimenting" these days. I do not know anything about college football...I do a lot of researching for the facts...well at least I try to before I post. I am just amazed how Texas fans over the years have "surpressed" the fact that Texas was on probation for recruiting violations in the 1980's. The NCAA college football historians rarely talk about it or remember the fact that Texas and Southern California was on probation during that time. They try to give Oklahoma/Barry Switzer the "bad rap" but believe when Texas and Southern Methodist were recruiting for Eric Dickerson, Fred Akers/Texas was not 100% legit! Many Texas Longhorns fans don't even know that Darrell Royal played football for THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS, BUT they are quick to say how Oklahoma is/have been "stealing" Texas High School football players...whatever that is supposed to mean?
posted on January 12, 2008 11:22 AM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie: I'd have to say that the average Longhorn student today doesn't know who D.K. Royal was, much less that he played in Norman. It would be hard for me to comprehend if Shug Jordan, Auburn's greatest coach, was an Alabama man. (he wasn't) Maybe it doesn't matter in the Red River rivalry.
Vince Dooley, Georgia's greatest coach, played at Auburn. Pat Dye, rebuilder of Auburn in the early 1980s, played at Georgia. Auburn and Georgia have been exchanging coaches for decades. There's mutual respect there in spite of being big rivals. I don't think that Georgia could have a coach that was from GA Tech or Florida though. Bitter rivalries are what make CFB great!
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 12, 2008 2:36 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
Lennie and War Eagle, first of all, let me say that I know who Daryl Royal is and where he played college ball. I really don't care where he played, he was a great coach for the university. Also, I'll joke about it on occasion, but I really don't care that OU "steals" players from Texas. It's part of the game; you go for the best players you can find. Most of the good teams will recruit outside of their state to try to get the most talent possible. Some of those players would still go to OU even if they weren't heavily recruited because they like the program. The players shouldn't be forced into going to a school just because it's in their home state; it should be where they want to go and play football.
posted on January 12, 2008 3:38 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Bevo: I didn't say names. Are you a current student? 'Average' fan/student includes a lot of girls. The mere fact that you frequent here indicates to me that you're not an average fan.
It's surprising to me that we don't have as many posters on here who are (seemingly students) at their respective schools. I thought the younger generation was more wired than that.
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 12, 2008 9:57 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
War Eagle, I'm not a student at Texas, but I am considered part of the younger generation. I'm in high school in Indiana. When I started watching college football (2002) I saw a few Big 10 games and a few Big XII games. I saw an interview on ESPNEWS with Mack Brown and a Texas player (I don't remember who it was) and I wanted to see if they would execute on what they were talking about. I've kept up with them ever since, and I've checked many websites and a couple books about the history of Texas football. By the way, thanks for considering me more than an average fan(don't seem to be living up to the thread title you gave, do I?).
Lennie Collins
posted on January 13, 2008 12:04 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Bevo Boy, Post #156 I was accused by 3 women of sexual misconduct. Was it racially motivated? Yes! Do I have hatred toward people of European hertiage? No! It just 3 low self-esteem women who wanted attention! Hrposon, Post #157 Texas Longhorns Fans still don't think the Fred Akers did anything wrong BUT man they are quick to say Barry Switzer "cheated"! If Texas Longhorns Fans tell the story, Texas Football has always been "clean"!
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 13, 2008 8:34 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
Wow, Lennie, you certainly were put in a strange situation. I don't think any major program has been "clean" throughout it's entire history, so many fans will overlook it if they weren't in title contention or won the national title that year or those years.
Also, it's really quiet on here. I assume most people were watching the playoffs earlier, but it's still strangely quiet today.
posted on January 14, 2008 11:40 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
You fight on, Bevo. Of course, no one one here wants to argue with someone your age, but just stay classy and on point and it'll be ok.
If you ever get the chance, go see a Texas game in person one day, if you don't decide to go to school there. There's something magical about seeing your favorite college team live--something that just doesn't translate to TV.
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 14, 2008 6:12 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
War Eagle, I'm pretty sure that gOSU27 said that he's in high school, too. I don't care what people think about me because of my age as long as they'll listen to my opinion and give it the same respect that they would give for someone older than me. I'll tell you the day I turn 18 and then you guys can throw me a party to officially be one of the guys.
P.S. Lunchboxes?
posted on January 14, 2008 6:26 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
This site is a good chance to learn a lot about CFB, Bevo. I wish they would have had something like this when I was young. I'd really be dangerous, then...
I'm told that Fanblogs initiation involves lots of alcohol, so we'll have to wait until you're old enough to drink. It'll be worth it though! haha
Tomcat said:
posted on January 14, 2008 8:28 PM — 69.153.80.147 — link — abuse?
#148 BB Heck man I dunno, seems like Charles was a Fresh yesterday to me.I find it interesting that a kid from Indiana is a Longhorn Fan-Cool
You keep on fighting the good fight.Lennie never gives up and likes the Sooners-Okay Whatever
Hookem-Horns
P.S. I got a couple of Longhorn books for Christmas, been too busy to read them lateley
Peace out TomcatBevo Boy said:
posted on January 14, 2008 9:42 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Tomcat, believe it or not there are quite a few kids at my school that CLAIM to be Longhorn fans. However, most of them don't know anything about the team (2 that I asked didn't know who Colt McCoy was). I don't think any of them liked the team before Vince went crazy in back-to-back Rose Bowls, but that doesn't mean that they aren't fans now.
Tomcat said:
posted on January 15, 2008 5:18 PM — 69.153.80.147 — link — abuse?
Hey Lennie post #130 The year was 77 or 78 I remember the Sealy Tigers, they played against my hometown that year, we also had a great running back.That was when Switzer had the pipeline from places like Galveston Ball and Sugarland Dulles.
The bait was usually a Pontiac Trans Am and a cush job with some Alum.I'm sure there has been some questionable practices at most major universities and OU and SMU are outstanding examples of blatant violations of the past.
Hookem-HornsBigg8tr said:
posted on January 15, 2008 10:25 PM — 65.32.109.192 — link — abuse?
Locked up the Urban Meyer thread huh?
It's funny when people are proven wrong what they do to silence those voices that speak out. Stay classy K.Do...But I'm going to be the jacka.. and post this on this forum...
First off - where is the link to the quote you have above - you still don't have it.
The link above is to the Television Press conference.
Then you tell me I need to keep up - why - the context of the quote deals with a question specifically asked about Seniors, not about Juniors, not about So, or RsSo, or RsFr, or Fr... the quote was about SR's and you tried to bash Coach Meyer because he bashed his SR's.. Now you are changing the premise of your argument because it doesn't fit with your agenda.
Again - Coach Meyer was vilified because he allegedly dissed the outgoing Sr's - no one else.
So now you're being Macro and I'm being Micro because I'm focusing on the class - the Seniors - that you originally said he dissed?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 16, 2008 8:22 AM — 192.91.75.30 — link — abuse? said:
@166 Bevo it is crazy how fan's come out of the woodwork once your team starts doing well. When i joined the military in '02 you hardly ever saw anyone wearing horn's gear, except me of course! After 04 you saw it everywhere, and hardly anyone knew who Darrell Royal or Bobby Layne or Tommy Nobis or Earl Campbell were.
@169 Tomcat just heard Major Applewhite was hired by Mack as running back's coach. And the state of Alabama has officially decalred war on Texas! Check out this site to see what i mean:
http://www.burntorangenation.com/
HookEmHorns!
posted on January 16, 2008 10:14 AM — link — abuse? said:
@Bigg8tr - Yeah, that's exactly it. If only you weren't so new, you would realize that I don't lock down threads unless there's a legit reason - even when the comments are mano-a-mano with me. Hasn't happened - doesn't happen. Period. The thread was locked because of some very rude comments directed at Meyer from a couple scout & rivals boards. In a day or so, those will die down and we can go back to that thread, I suspect.
@gatorstud - I don't think we've ever locked anyone down because they debated me. I could be wrong, but I don't think I am. You really only get put on time out for personal attacks, mulitple logins, or being an @ss to the community at large.
posted on January 16, 2008 11:22 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Yes, fanblogs jail is only for clueless assh*les, not for people who simply question authority on here or argue respectively.
In addition to the abuse link we have by each comment, we should have a link called moron Get enough of those clicked by your comments and you get a nice little 'M' logo branded on your moniker...
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 16, 2008 9:08 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Okay, Kevin, sounds good.
TC, according to 40 Acres's website, Saban wasn't thrilled with Applewhite and he would be a getting a smaller role next year. Despite his position, he'll do more than coach the RB's at Texas.
gatorhippy
posted on January 16, 2008 9:34 PM — 70.121.110.84 — link — abuse? said:
K-Hue (#178):
Looking to get one more quote on a somewhat different angle...
Nice...
So when it comes to Texas your willing to wait on another angle, but yet when it come to Florida you'll just post whatever is floating around the internet without looking for the the actual facts surrounding it or actually listening to the actual copy of what was said...
But yet ther is no spin when it comes to the Gators around here...
Right?
Right.
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 16, 2008 9:56 PM — 192.94.94.105 — link — abuse? said:
@179 Im happy to have Major back, but looking at his track record in his short coaching stint's I wasn't too impressed with what he has done so far. Although the time he spent @ Rice was pretty impressive.
But at Syracuse and Bama it didn't seem like he made very big strides, but he also didn't stick around either one too long. Josh Heupel has done a pretty good job at OU since they brought him in as a coach.
Helping convert Paul Thompson from receiver to QB was pretty impressive, and of course we all know of Sam Bradford. Even though Major won't be QB's coach I think he will have a positive effect on those young players due to what he accomplished on the field. Hopefully he will play a larger role in shaking up our offense so we aren't so friggin predictable as we have been in the past! HookEmHorns #11!
gatorhippy
posted on January 16, 2008 10:07 PM — 70.121.110.84 — link — abuse? said:
Bevo boy (#181):
Conference affiliation has nothng to do with it...
Have you not been paying attention...
I understand that it may be hard with your pre-pubescent mind beginning to come in tune with adulthood to pay atytention to detail...
Kev is a Nole and it reflects often in his UF related posts...
It's the rivalry hatred that exudes between the FSU and UF camps that jades K-Hue's judgement from time to time when posting on the Gates...
His "patience" to bring all the facts forward doesn't seem to apply when dealing with UF related issues...
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 16, 2008 10:11 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
At Bama, Saban didn't trust him to run the offense(not sure why) so they made a mix of what he, Applewhite, and Joe Pendry wanted the offense to run. If you mix three coaches' opinions into one offense, it will almost definitely give the players trouble, which will result in poorly executed offense. The coaches need to agree on one type of offense that is best for their players for it to be truly effective.
gatorhippy
posted on January 16, 2008 10:23 PM — 70.121.110.84 — link — abuse? said:
40AoBO (#185):
Really?
Because I spelled "attention" the exact way you spelled it in your post chiding my spelling?
Do they spell "attention" differently in Texas?
Or at least differently than it would be spelled by the Merriam Webster Dictionary...
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 16, 2008 10:24 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Gatorhippy, pre-pubescent?? I hit puberty a good 3 or 4 years ago.
Lennie, it's kinda hard to call your prediction a fact, don't you think? Why don't you pull your head out of your @$$ so you can put your money where your mouth is, or was, if you prefer. (That one just kinda popped into my head and I couldn't resist)
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 16, 2008 10:28 PM — 192.94.94.106 — link — abuse? said:
Uh yeah i was making fun of your spelling:
understand that it may be hard with your pre-pubescent mind beginning to come in tune with adulthood to pay atytention to detail...
by spelling it the same way it's called sarcasm buddy just poking some fun at ya. Chill out dude, jeez.....gatorhippy
posted on January 16, 2008 10:34 PM — 70.121.110.84 — link — abuse? said:
40AoBO (#194):
Didn't mean for my tone to sound condescending...
Believe me there is no need to worry about me chilling or being worked up...
I view this forum as no different than if we were sitting at the bar drinking beer...
Speaking of which...
I was up there a few hours ago with my daddy-o pounding a few which may explain my errant typing...
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on January 16, 2008 10:38 PM — 192.91.75.29 — link — abuse? said:
#198 ha ha been known to drunk type a little myself. Check back a few months ago after that raping we got from Kansas State i think i got pretty bad with the crimson and cream guys on here. would be nice to have a beer right now instead of working..........
OU-Ron
posted on January 17, 2008 8:31 AM — 216.201.209.146 — link — abuse? said:
@ 203,199, 40 Acres, that's a scary picture, a drunk cop with a grudge and a gun, I'll be sure to drive the speed limit when I cross the state line...
@206, g hippy, I like your post's, straight to the point...and accurate.
Lennie Collins
posted on January 17, 2008 8:59 AM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
40 Acres of Burnt Orange and Bevo Boy you all don't have to address me at all! Again I have no problems with you or any Texas Longhorns Fans, PERIOD! I am TIRED, I will say IT AGAIN, I AM TIRED of ALL THIS BARRY SWITZER cheated nonsense. I will make you feel better and say that he did, at least he won 2 National Titles doing it. Fred Akers tried it and still lost Eric Dickerson to Southern Methodist. A few Texas Longhorns Fans think that hiring these "new" coaches make Texas a National Title Winner but all I can say is what did Private Applewhite do for the Syracuse Aren't and Alabama Crimson Tide offenses? Give me some facts that Barry Switzer "cheated". Seems like Texas Longhorns Fans don't want to admit that he outcoached Darrell Royal into retirement! Get over it! Oklahoma was just better in the 70's and '80 than Texas. The NCAA fixed it where Texas won the National Title in 2005, so Texas Longhorns Fans be quiet for the next 35 years. Don't take this post personal......it's only my opinions! WVU_Lifer you will be alright cause you got a good/warm heart! Take care all my fellow bloggers. Despite different teams, different conferences, differents team colors and logos......Can't we all just get along?
Autigerman said:
posted on January 17, 2008 12:53 PM — 129.61.46.16 — link — abuse?
Looks like AU has hired the next Texas DC.
Paul Rhoads from Pittsburg. If i remember right TT tried to hire him once before.
If the pattern holds true he should be in Texas in a couple of years. I just hope we get a chance to play them first.
posted on January 17, 2008 1:04 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Paul Rhoads from Pitt to be the next Auburn DC? Looks like he may get a chance to shut down West Virginia again sooner rather than later, being that Auburn and WV play this coming fall. He'll certainly have a lot of returning talent to work with.
Ok, Rhoads. In two years, load up the truck and take I-85 south to Montgomery. Then catch I-65 south down to Mobile, catching I-10 West all the way to Houston. Then grab state highway 290. Takes you all the way into Austin...
Lennie Collins
posted on January 17, 2008 4:39 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Hello Bevo Boy Post #218 I am confused that you think that way. I am not sure what you mean by that statement. I responded to you as well as ALL UT fans. If I took things personal I would not respond to you or any of them right now or in the past. I just get tired of UT fans saying Barry Switzer cheated or payed players when they don't have facts. William Mack Brown stated that he recruits poor and disadvantage kids. When the news stations here in Austin report on the players moving back in the dorms many of the players have those big 54 inch tvs and some pull into the dorms with SUV's. Bevo Boy I know you work full time and I know you don't have a 54 inch colored tv and a SUV decked out with rims. I would like facts with these allegations about Barry Switzer. I no better or worse than any other blogger on here. I am not smarter or dumber as well. I view us as all equals! Take care.
Bevo Boy said:
posted on January 17, 2008 8:17 PM — 207.200.116.5 — link — abuse?
Lennie, that's all nice, but you do have one fact wrong; I don't work full time. I'm still in high school (as I have mentioned on this and other threads recently), but I do work part-time at my dad's glass company. My brother and I take apart windows to take the metal to the recycling center (they pay very well for aluminum, by the way) and the glass is either reused or thrown out (it can be recycled, but they don't have one of those machines near town). I do drive a small SUV (not decked out, though, :-()
Lennie Collins
posted on January 17, 2008 8:39 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Bevo Boy Post #222...you have a job! Then explain why not only UT players but any college football player can afford a decked out SUV? When they had UT players returning to the dorms many drove up in SUV's not driven by parents. I asked a few of my UT fans friends how do you think these "young men" can afford all this junk? All of them just smiled and had no comment.
wvu_lifer
posted on January 20, 2008 9:34 PM — 75.109.107.108 — link — abuse? said:
I don't know if i'm the most qualified to make this staement, but i will anyways. C'mon guys, plz!
Lennie, thank you very much for the compliment. I try my best, and was raised by the sweetest grandmother on earth!War Eagle,
It's bad enough we have to play you, now you have a DC that knows us inside and out. Then 2 weeks later the Buffs @ CO. Ouch!I was in my teens when Switzer was in his prime. I honestly followed WVU only, however, the only Rotteness that came from that i can remember was "The Boz", and you can't blame barry for the roided maniac(who was crushed by BO..... Raider fan).
Peace!Ok,
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c-dogg said:
posted on January 7, 2008 8:18 PM — 76.188.146.210 — link — abuse?I'm certainly not going to make the same mistake I made last year by running my mouth right after Ginn's opening kickoff for a TD. Last year I really didn't know who to root for because I hated both programs....this year I'll easily root for LSU. They may have stomped my Canes in the Peach bowl, but that doesn't compare to the pain of the OSU/Miami national title game.
GO LSU!!!!!! Go Les Miles...Elyria, Ohio on the national stage!!
BTW....Give us Patrick Johnson back while your at it!!! :O)