February 20, 2008
Fanblogs Open Thread
Open mic - have at it.
Comments:
posted on February 20, 2008 11:56 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?War Eagle Atlanta
said:
I'd like to answer your questions, Lennie. Here goes:
1) Good and evil are the polar opposites representing the extremes in behavior chosen by humans. All things exist between the two poles; sometimes existing exactly on them.
2) Easy one. The sky is blue because of all the colors in the visible spectrum of light, blue is the easiest to see. Therefore, when sunlight shines upon the earth, the sky above us looks blue.
3) Why is the world round? Gravitational forces help shape the earth as it pulls in on itself, due to the rotation of the planet on it's axis. Think about a lump of clay on a turning wheel. It will eventually bulge at it's equator, or the middle of it.
4)Why can't we all get along? Conflict is one of the primary definitions of human interaction. It's inherent. We can strive against it, but will never acheive it.
5) Why ask why? Well, because... Wait a minute. You were asking those questions rhetorically. You didn't really want them answered, did you?
posted on February 20, 2008 12:00 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Bleeeeeeeeeeep! Sorry, C-Dogg. That's the feedback from your mic-check. Can you turn it down a little bit? Bust my eardrums...
Lennie: In the future, when you mention the Big Ten conference, you must notate it the following way: Big 10(11) The (10) is the conference name, but the (11) represents the actual number of teams. This way, no one gets confused.
The rest of you, feel free to adapt that notation as well...
FanoftheGame said:
posted on February 20, 2008 12:22 PM — 198.211.223.194 — link — abuse?
Post #6
Your answer to #2 was kind of vague. A more accurate answer would have been........
Light travels through the air in a straight line until it runs into a dust or gas molecule. Then what happens depends on the wavelength and the size of the thing it hits. Since dust and water molecules are larger than the wavelength of visible light, the light reflects of off of it. Gas molecules are smaller than wavelength of visible light so they absorb some of the light. After a while, the gas molecules give off the light in a different direction. All light can be absorbed, however the light waves with the higher frequencies and shorter wavelengths (Blues)are absorbed more often than the waves with lower frequencies and longer wavelengths (Reds). This process is called Rayleigh Scattering. It is named after Lord John Rayleigh, an English physicist who first described it in the 1870’s.
The sky is blue.....…because of Rayleigh Scattering. As light passes through our atmosphere, most of the longer wavelengths pass straight through. Little of the red, orange and yellow light is affected by the molecules in our air. However, much of the shorter wavelengths are absorbed by the gas molecules. The Blue light is absorbed and then radiated in different directions and scattered all over the sky. Since you see blue light from everywhere, the sky looks blue.
BayouBengal said:
posted on February 20, 2008 12:48 PM — 72.149.254.106 — link — abuse?
Touche Gatorstud#11, I like that answer.....eventhough you speak of the enemy!
WEA,
Hey.....you live in Atlanta, right?
Maybe you should offer some hospitality to Bleedcrimson......since you know, he's gonna be in ATL in Dec for the SEC chmpnshp game!
Just a thought!
Geauxtigers0107 said:
posted on February 20, 2008 1:04 PM — 144.5.224.142 — link — abuse?
So Urban Meyer dies and goes to Heaven. God says "Urban, you've been a good boy. We have a place in Heaven for you."
So they take a short walk and stop in front of a small house. The grass needs cutting, maybe some paint, half of the fence is broken. It's a one bedroom house, rather modest - nothing fancy.
So Urban is humbled because he made it to Heaven in the first place (see recruiting violations...lol) and thanks God for it. He's not overly impressed with his eternal home but with a little elbow grease, the place will be nice.
Then they walk some more and pass by a huge mansion.....6 large columns out front, 4 stories, spread over 10 beautifully manicured acres, driveway made of gold and Purple/Gold flags flying from the tops of each column.
Urban is impressed and just has to ask: "God, I'm very happy with my eternal home, but why does Les Miles deserve such a huge mansion and I don't?"
God said: "That's not Les Miles' mansion....That's mine.
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on February 20, 2008 1:36 PM — 216.10.193.23 — link — abuse?
A Gator fan dies and his soul enters heaven. Upon entry, God assigns him an angel to give him a tour. The angel, noting that the recently deceased is a Gator fan, volunteers to show hime around where the SEC people like to congregate.
As they passed the grand entry foyer of the first room, the angel notes that this is where the Alabama fans gather. Later, they pass the Florida room and the angel mentions that this is where the Gator fan will want to spend time.
They passed the next room and the angel said nothing, so the Gator fan started to ask the nature of this room, but the angel immediately shushed him. After they were well past the room, he explained...
"That's where we keep the LSU fans. They like to believe they're the only ones up here."
Lennie Collins
posted on February 20, 2008 2:57 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
War Eagle, Post #6 & #7, you are alright by me. I was being funny towards Gatorhippy's Post in #2. Kevin is not gone leave that thread up because I think Florida State is his team. I could be wrong! Why ain't there no play-offs? Play-offs? Did I say play-offs? Play-offs? Play-offs? I just hope that I live to see another regular season game. Play-offs? Play-offs?
posted on February 20, 2008 2:59 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
How long before someone mentions that God wears a houndstooth hat and smells like Chesterfields and bourbon?
Bayou Bengal: Mi Casa is open to all fanblogs regulars if they have occasion to be in our fair city. I have three spare bedrooms open at the mansion.
TE
posted on February 20, 2008 3:04 PM — 204.68.245.11 — link — abuse? said:
WEA,
You didn't read that article about your boy holding up his classmates in Tuscaloosa, didya?
The article says he was wearing-get this-a HOUNDSTOOTH HAT and bandana...
I kid you not, sir...
Proof positive that the Bear's alive and well-and still cheating-in Tuscaloser...
Lennie Collins
posted on February 20, 2008 3:09 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Why do the Michigan Wolverines have those lines still on their helmets? Why don't they put a wolverine or a "M" on their headgear? Why do some teams still wear gray facemasks? It is just plain ugly! Why are teams like Notre Dame and Penn State afraid to put logos on their helmets? Why are rivals South Carolina(SEC)and Clemson(ACC) and Georgia(SEC)and Georgia Tech(ACC)in different conferences?
posted on February 20, 2008 3:20 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Yes, GH, Bryant the Bear is still workable. In addition to having the live mascot running around(which reminds me: do we really have a live-live bear, or do we get a guy in a costume? Probably the latter, since potential bear attacks would increase the liability premium substantially on the bottom line)
Anyway, in addition to having the mascot, we market Bryant the Bear (TM)action figures to sell to all the young Bammers out there. Based on the original 12" GI Joe model, he could be an action figure, with kung-fu claws, and covered in fur reminiscent of that on the head of GI Joe.
We could make a fortune selling seperatly all the various accessories that go with Bryant the Bear, such as:
--The Bryant the Bear Tahoe, leased to Bryant by Tuscaloosa Pontiac/GMC/Saab. "Ya'll come down and see us!"
--Willy Joe, a companion figure who's Bryant's top recruit and number one target of disciplinary action...
--Obligitory pack of smokes, bottle of Bourbon, and plaid jacket collection...
--Action Road block and DUI checkpoint, complete with police figures. Watch Bryant cruise right on through, because he's the BEAR!
What else have I left out??
:-)
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on February 20, 2008 3:30 PM — 216.10.193.23 — link — abuse?
#27: Rammer, yes - God wears jorts, but only when visiting Florida.
#28: Lennie, I heard that Bo Schembeckler once suggested replacing those ugly helmets to a room full of UM alumni, was acknowledged with angry stares and complete silence, and the subject hasn't come up again. In general, sticking with ugly/plain helmets seems to be a choice of tradition over style/taste/appeal. Georgia Tech used to be a member of the SEC and dropped out several decades ago.
Geauxtigers0107 said:
posted on February 20, 2008 3:47 PM — 144.5.224.142 — link — abuse?
Jorts with the obligatory mullet:
http://www.kniese.id.au/images/jokes/KingMullet.jpg
Found in down town Tuscaloser, Aaaaalabamaaaaaa.
Geaux SEC
Geaux TigersBayouBengal said:
posted on February 20, 2008 4:12 PM — 72.149.254.106 — link — abuse?
All right boyzzzzz,
Who should the Dolphins draft 1st overall in April? (assuming they DON'T trade it away)
.....and give me your top five picks per team.
1)Dolphins - Glenn Dorsey (DT)LSU (Dorsey will dominate in any type of Deffense....even the 3-4)
2)Rams - Jake Long (OT)Michigan (PROTECTION: Bulger's sh*t was pushed in more than any other QB in '07)
3)Falcons - Darren McFadden (RB)Arkansas (Yeah, Matt Ryan looks good here, but hey, Adrian Peterson thrived without a QB in Minnasota)
4)Raiders - Sedrick Ellis (DT)USC (Sapp's retired, McFadden & Dorsey should be gone. Eventhough they will probably trade....they need to solidify the deffense to help JaMarcus Russell settle with the offense)
5)Chiefs - Ryan Clady (OT)Boise St (The Chiefs obviosly need O-line...period! I know this pick also has trade written all over it b/c the 5th pick is to low for him. The Chiefs will still get Clady, but they will trade down to around 9 or 10 knowing he will still be there.)
ATTENTION: to all the Glenn Dorsey doubters for the #1 overall pick.......enjoy!
Geauxtigers0107 said:
posted on February 20, 2008 4:35 PM — 144.5.224.142 — link — abuse?
WEA:
The last one may have been photoshopped but I guarantee you this one hasn't:http://www.790theticket.com/pictures/uploads/saban_mud.jpg
When in Rome...............(lmao)
Geaux SEC
Geaux Tigersgatorstud said:
posted on February 20, 2008 4:38 PM — 69.95.111.248 — link — abuse?
porky...tebow will be at florida for two more years....the pro's will have to wait until then.....tebow WILL stay at florida until he graduates as a senior.....
dorsey is a safe bet for first pick....the big tuna believes in defense first....then offense....
go gators...
Geauxtigers0107 said:
posted on February 20, 2008 4:51 PM — 144.5.224.142 — link — abuse?
That is quality, isn't it? Somebody sent me another good one - it's a song about Bama...hilarious.
I'm sure they have their share of 'em for us too. I sent it to Kev after I listened to it. Maybe, if we're lucky, he'll post it up some kind of way, him being the man and all.
Geaux SEC
Geaux TigersBayouBengal said:
posted on February 20, 2008 4:57 PM — 72.149.254.106 — link — abuse?
Julio Jones testifies.....wearing an OU sweater nontheless!
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/ncaa/02/20/jones.murder.ap/index.html
kyle e
posted on February 20, 2008 5:11 PM — 207.230.140.240 — link — abuse? said:
It's hard to account for all of the sports in your life right now, I mean the NBA is in a fantastic year, baseball cant get steriods and HGH out of its system, and March Maddness is right around the corner.
Need some help making sense of it all.
See what Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton has to say in his one man blog.
Zac said:
posted on February 20, 2008 5:14 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
Gatorstud (Post 11), nice try, my friend, but Sol be a G-Type Star, which is Yellow, not orange. Given this fact, and the color of the sky, the only 3 teams which come close are Akron, Cal, and Toledo. So, if God indeed had anything to do with it, as opposed to Lord Rayleigh, God smiles on them.
Speaking of Mascots, has anyone else noticed WVU's Mountain Man Mascot doesn't sport any of WVU's colors a'tall?
TE (Post 21), now that deserves a "That's funny right there...", if ever a post deserved one.
I have no doubt Dorsey & McFadden will be drafted within the 1st 10, if not the 1st 5. I would like to see WVU's Owen Schmidt get drafted. I know there's at least one team from the Big 12 that's glad to see him go.
Zac said:
posted on February 20, 2008 10:15 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Bevo Boy, if the sky were the color of the "Deep Blue Sea", MI & WVU, among others, could qualify. Technically, WVU's colors are Royal Blue (way too dark for Sky Blue) & Gold. Seems to me just about every yellow spanning the spectrum from Lemon to Zesty Mustard has been used to represent Gold at WVU. Ya take the good with the bad.
Eclipse wise, it's dark. Definitely not what it was cracked up to be.
posted on February 21, 2008 5:35 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Seriously, we need a thread just to cover the Bama recruits' antics over the last week--this kid Elder, who committed robbery, and then Julio Jones, who evidently forgot which team he has signed with when it came to dressing in the proper attire.
To his credit, after Saban heard about Elder's situation, he moved him from strong safety to strong-armer....
da-dum, dum--Dah!
posted on February 21, 2008 5:53 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
From the Home Office in Marietta, GA, WEA's Top Ten Reasons Why Jeremy Elder Committed Armed Robbery on Campus at Tuscaloosa:
10) Wanted to get more attention with all those new blue chippers getting in.
9) The Houndstooth cap made him do it.
8) Just getting some extra workouts until spring training starts.
7) Too far to walk to do it off-campus.
6) $26 goes a long way at the student cafeteria.
5) The bitch set him up!
4) Wanted to move from strong safety to strong-armer.
3) Wanted to start preparing for a life after football.2) Secret role model is Ryan Perrilloux.
And the number one reason:
1) Lab practical for Criminology class...
Rammer Jammer said:
posted on February 21, 2008 5:53 PM — 199.89.170.92 — link — abuse?
WE ATL
If Kevin were to post a thread for every screw up on a college team; he would run out of space.
Have you checked the Fulmer Cup standings lately. I am pretty sure Bama is in a distant 6th place...for now.
BTW- Don't start throwing stones yet. We still have a long way to go.Man, this site has been dead today.
posted on February 21, 2008 5:58 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Well, I just livened it up for you, Rammer. I made my own thread above. Discuss amongst yourselves!
Hey, I know--everyone suffers for it. You just cringe when it's someone from your team. That's not to say we can't have a little fun with it in the meantime...
TE: #58 Hell, give that kid a gold star AND a golf clap!
(clap, clap, clap)
wvu_lifer
posted on February 22, 2008 2:02 AM — 75.108.62.216 — link — abuse? said:
Hey folks, just thought i'd chime in.
As for the color of the sky and uniforns, how about N.Carolina?? Just a thought.
Zac,
I believe dressing the "Mountaineer" in Blue and Gold would be corny. That's what they wore back then i suppose.
As for the no jug, i think he carries a flask now.Peace
wvu_lifer
posted on February 22, 2008 2:11 AM — 75.108.62.216 — link — abuse? said:
Nope, i guess the old cpoy/paste will have to do, my bad!
http://nfldraft.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=775564wvu_lifer
posted on February 22, 2008 3:10 AM — 75.108.62.216 — link — abuse? said:
This is for 'Canes fans. On top of the outstanding class you pulled this year, you have this guy to look foward to.........congrats!
Peace!
http://westvirginia.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=54102
Clemson Joe said:
posted on February 22, 2008 8:36 AM — 165.166.31.249 — link — abuse?
I would take Chris Long first if I were the Dolphins. Actually, I'd probably take Matt Ryan since they need a QB so bad, but I know Parcells will go defense, and Long is a very safe pick. Contrary to what some believe, I feel that he will also have a better career in the NFL than Dorsey. Not to say Dorsey won't have a good or maybe even great career, but I think Long's will be better.
wvu_lifer: Bryce Brown is listed as our guy right now, not Miami's. I really don't care what he wears on his head right now, as long as it's orange with white tiger paws on it in the future. Behave and run the ball well, and I don't care what you look like.
c-dogg said:
posted on February 22, 2008 9:42 AM — 65.91.10.107 — link — abuse?
One more thing WVU-lifer.....did a little research. I noticed that Arthur Brown(5 star stud from 08'class) must have recruited this RB. They come from same high school.
Unfortunately, next year's NFL draft will break Miami's streak of 1st round draft picks(unless someone surprises me). We'll start a new streak for the 2010 draft.
Go Canes!
Hricane23 said:
posted on February 22, 2008 11:06 AM — 170.135.241.46 — link — abuse?
C-Dogg,
Bryce is Arthur's brother. He was rumored to transfer to So FLA for his Senior year, but has now decided, apparently, to remain in Wichita. His verbal is nice, but there's too much time to change his mind. But having him on board now will definitely help recruiting.
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 22, 2008 1:46 PM — 192.91.75.30 — link — abuse? said:
Im sure all the Boomers would like to know that their win's from the 2005 season were all reinstated today by the NCAA. Even though many know of my distaste for all things Crimson and Cream I myself felt that was a pretty harsh penalty in the first place. heres the link for those interested:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/ncaa/02/22/ncaa.oklahoma.ap/index.html
HookEmHorns!
posted on February 22, 2008 1:48 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Tigerman: I don't really know about Auburn recruiting in Texas--I haven't heard a thing.
That kind of stuff isn't really my expertise. All I do is make lists and smart-ass comments. That's my job, and I think I do it fairly well...
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 22, 2008 4:42 PM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Porky, USC get's off the hook as long as it's not proven that the coaches knew about Bush's situation, and let it continue. I don't understand how you don't know if your a coach, especially in Bush's situation. Whenever a college football player rolls up to practice in an Escalade and his family isn't well off u gotta somethings up.
HookEmHorns
posted on February 22, 2008 5:22 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Porky: The NCAA changed their guidleines a few years back, going from you must prove your innocence to we kinda have to prove your guilt.
40 Acres: This is very disconcerting for me. I was looking forward to sticking a crystal football in my ear, a la TE, right after USC vacated out of the 2004 championship...
Porky said:
posted on February 22, 2008 5:53 PM — 75.89.104.121 — link — abuse?
The NCAA proved that Jesse Pate and Sunday Adabayo were inelible, then a year or two later, "Oops, sorry about that" Coincidentally, that started the declince for Richardson. However, after back-to-back nc appearances down was the only way to go.
Lennie Collins
posted on February 22, 2008 6:09 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Forty Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #78, I feel you are looking at it from a "man" point of view instead of as a "fan" point of view. We are in agreement! In other words if the Texas Longhorns were in the same position I would not agree that should happen to them. If William Brown kicked the starting quarterback and offensive lineman off the team and YOUR SQUAD WAS FAVORITE TO PLAY IN THE NATIONAL TITLE but you say values are more important than winning, yes you have "punished" the team enough. Porky, Post #80 and #82, I actually agree with you. Not one thing is going to happen to Southern California. I feel that if it is proven than Reginald Alfred Bush III should lose the Heisman Trophy BUT do not punished the whole team! Maybe then he will have the Heisman Cruse lifted and played well!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 22, 2008 6:23 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Disregard Post #86...I looked it up on the internet and Oklahoma still trail Texas by 42 games according to Wikipedia BUT according to a graphic shown by ABC during the Red River Rivalry game I thought it was 4? Oh well!
posted on February 22, 2008 6:44 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Yes, Ron. I think TE actually wears them as earrings... :-)
Porky: Was post 84 for me? You lost me again. I know you're a guy of few words, but you're going to start having to add prefaces and summaries with your posts from now on...
OU-Ron
posted on February 22, 2008 8:21 PM — 68.12.216.68 — link — abuse? said:
Gator Fans, I flew back home today from Orlando, your Girls Volleyball team was on the plane, you really can't tell how tall those girls are on TV, until you see them in person.
I can see why you like Florida, I left this morning and the temp was 71, I get back home and the temp is 35...almost turned around and went back...
Cane Mutiny
posted on February 22, 2008 9:15 PM — 76.110.77.142 — link — abuse? said:
The verbal from Bryce Brown is great, and I believe there's a good chance that it will stick. He seems to be close with his older brother (was considering moving to Miami with him to play high school ball down here while Arthur was in his freshman year at the U), and this bodes well for the Canes. Hopefully he stays committed and helps us on the recruiting trail for '09...
But right now, I'm more interested in the '08 class and how they soon they can make an impact. I'm hoping before our trip to Gainesville, but this might be wishful thinking...
Go Canes! It's great to be a Miami Hurricane!
wvu_lifer
posted on February 23, 2008 12:20 AM — 75.108.62.216 — link — abuse? said:
I'm about 100% Bryce is a 'Cane, from the research i've done. I think someone for the U will step up on D, and go in the first.
For those interested, The Big East schedule will be announced Moday at noon. FINALLY!!Peace
Big Tide said:
posted on February 23, 2008 6:40 PM — 216.47.212.22 — link — abuse?
OU, hope the auction was a success. I went on a pheasant hunting trip earlier this year to South Dakota and when we left the temp at the airport was 9 - no wind chill, just the temp. I thought I was going to die!! I've never been that cold. Got back home it was 68. That's one hell of a difference.
OU-Ron
posted on February 23, 2008 7:12 PM — 68.12.216.68 — link — abuse? said:
Big Tide, Thanks--not only did I have some fun, but I bought a Motor Grader, the trip was well worth the expense.
I go on a pheasant hunting trip two times a year to a hunting lodge in SE Kansas, it's really not much hunting to it, a bunch of guy's get in a circle around a bunch of trees about a block long and wide and some guy is out in the middle throwing up pheasants, not much sportsmanship but it does get exciting...
Big Tide said:
posted on February 24, 2008 8:35 AM — 216.47.212.172 — link — abuse?
I was lucky to snag an invitation with a guy that runs a large cement business, but it was a lot of fun. I have to say that the winters look like they would be long in that part of the country. What are your thoughts on how the Big 12 will shape up for 2008?
Big Tide said:
posted on February 24, 2008 8:50 AM — 216.47.212.172 — link — abuse?
WAR EAGLE; going back to your NCAA post earlier, I have a terrible time with the double standards they have for investigations, etc. Also, who qualifies as a "Booster." If I was wealthy I could move to Baton Rouge next month and join some big booste club, get season tickets, etc. and then decide to drop some cash on a recruit or his family and the school will end up catching the heat. The above situation could take place without any knowledge by the institution (i.e. the Alabama case with Logan Young) and yet the NCAA could still bring down the hammer. How could any coach or institution TRULY police all the people that would fit the definition of "Booster" that the NCAA uses? Last I checked any person can give a gift to any person up to 10K and it doesn't have to be reported as income. What's the difference if a kid works a "no show" job or whatever? People say, well he's getting special treatment - you think? The athlete in question is part of a multi-million dollar business, he's not just an average student attending school. I don't think that coaches or players are dirty, I think that the business of college ball is dirty. I love it, don't get me wrong, but when you start trying to justify some of the NCAA's actions it just gets silly. Should it be the responsibility of the football coach to make sure that every football player who's working a summer job is showing up for work? Crazy. It's like giving out speeding tickets on 285 around Atlanta - who do you start with, the guy going 80 or the guy going 90? They are both breaking the law.
OU-Ron
posted on February 24, 2008 10:13 AM — 68.12.216.68 — link — abuse? said:
@102 Big Tide, This is how I see it playing out.
North, I think MO wins again with anyone's guess at second.
SOUTH, again should be OU-TEXAS with Texas Tech a close 3rd.The Muschamp hire should improve Texas, not much but some LOL
Big Tide said:
posted on February 24, 2008 11:56 AM — 216.47.212.44 — link — abuse?
OU, I do believe you're right with Muschamp but Stoops is still The Man, and he's probably getting a little tired of not getting all the way to "The Dance". I'm amazed at the progress the Kansas schools have made with their football programs - it has been great for the Big 12.
Last word on pheasant from this Alabama boy, but they took those birds and cut the meat from the bone. Then wrapped it with cream cheese and jalepenos on the inside with a toothpick holding it all together and grilled it for about 5 minutes. Of the half dozen ways it was served while in South Dakota that was the way I cooked the birds I brought back with me. By the way here is the place we went www.grandslampheasanthunts.com, these people were first class. I don't know how to make this a live link, but log on and check out the video.
OU-Ron
posted on February 24, 2008 12:07 PM — 68.12.216.68 — link — abuse? said:
Big Tide, this is the lodge in SE Kansas, Great Place
http://flintoak.com/Lennie Collins
posted on February 24, 2008 3:14 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Hey fellow bloggers...I am trying to figure out why all the "little" known programs are changing their names/logos of Native American names and Florida State, Utah, and Illinois have not been told to do so? I read how Arkansas State is changing their names from "Indians" to something STUPID! I mean Native Americans (There are too many tribes to name them all) were wrongfully called "Indians" but why have these programs have not been told to comply?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 24, 2008 7:35 PM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
@ 86 Lennie, The top 5 list dor all time wins goes like this:
Michigan 865
Notre Dame 822
Texas 816
Nebraska: 807
Ohio State: 794So i doubt those 8 wins are gonna vault OU very far. I only got a hold of the top 5, but then again i didn't really look too hard. Kevin had a really good site link that has every statistic you can think of, and I would love to have that link again Kev.
Oh and by the way Kev i remember discussing with you a while back if a player should get his number retired even if he doesn't win the Heisman. I found out today that both Kevin Durant and Vince Young's jersey's will both be retired this upcoming season. Heres the link for any who are interested:
http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2008/02/spring-football-starts-at-texas.html
HookEmHorns!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 24, 2008 7:55 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Forty Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #110, I guess you didn't read all my following posts. I guess you had to find a reason to send me a blog where all these people commented on Oklahoma "cheating". I know Texas fans like to say it a lot BUT I still haven't seen any proof. Send me a link with proof then the doubt will be put to rest. Oklahoma players might have "terrorized" the campus BUT Texas players were terrorizing Austin and Belton!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 24, 2008 8:20 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Forty Acres of Burnt Orange if you going to say it you need know how to say it. It is said "You need to check your tone". You cannot watch the tone of your voice! You also need to know when to say it! It is used when someone is being or trying to be disrespectful or don't know what they are talking about. I knew you didn't read the comment and you were sending it to start a Texas against Oklahoma topic. But I am not gone to go that route. Better days are set ahead for Oklahoma and good days are set ahead for Texas! Crimson and Cream True!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 24, 2008 9:49 PM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie, well then it seems i used the expression at a great time, because you obviously had no idea what you were talking about! To think that i posted a link on the subject of VY's jersey being retired, and you make it sound like the only reason i posted it was to throw some salt into that old cheating wound, and you want to complain about the Texas fan's talking about OU cheating? It's a Texas site! Just like if i was on an OU site im sure i wouldn't like what i read. If you OU fan's weren't so freaking sensitive about the whole cheating thing we would all get along. How difficult is that?
HookEmHorns!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 24, 2008 10:17 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
40 Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #116, why would I give a about a Vincent Young getting his jersey retire? I tell you like I tell any man: You don't have to love me, you don't have to like me, you don't even have to respect me...BUT don't try to play me like a fool! You were hoping that I would click on that link! Follow your own advice...UNLESS you got proof Oklahoma, Barry Switzer, or whomever cheated why bring it up. HOW DIFFICULT IS THAT?
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 24, 2008 11:31 PM — 76.182.205.22 — link — abuse? said:
If you didn't care about VY getting his number retired then why would you click on the link in the first place? You think im playing you for a fool? Your doing that to yourself with the comments you are leaving on here. There now you can cry about how insensitive i am and how we are all human beings or whatever BS you think of off the top of your head.
HookEmHorns
Lennie Collins
posted on February 24, 2008 11:47 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Forty Acres of Burnt Orange or whatever your name really is, you can act tough and rough over the computer just take your butt to bed. I really tought you were sending that link to me to see. You didn't. It took you that long to think of this? Read what you just posted. I could care less about what you think of the Sooners or me. So take another hour or more to come up with something better until then...Goodnight, stay safe on the job and GOOD-BYE!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 25, 2008 8:07 AM — 192.91.75.29 — link — abuse? said:
I took an hour to think of something? I guess im the only one in america who has to actually put their kids to sleep instead of being on here 24/7 thinking of something intelligent to say. There it took me 8 hours to think of something. Take care buddy.
HookEmHorns
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 25, 2008 8:32 AM — 192.94.94.105 — link — abuse? said:
Who is your baby's daddy? It just might be Darren McFadden!:
http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/view/41170
Also heard that the razorbacks are pushing back the 09 Texas game to 2016, because they can't handle playing both Texas and Texas A&m in the same season.
HookEmHorns
Lennie Collins
posted on February 25, 2008 8:56 AM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Forty Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #120, are you mad at me? Geauxtigers0107, Post #121, there are many so called rivals in this game of college football. Many are intense BUT Texas is the only ones calling their border one "cheats". I wish ol' Forty Acres of Burnt Orange would post the link with those comments about Oklahoma so called "cheating". It is more comedy than actual facts. More like rambling than talkin'. If Eric Dickerson got on tv/internet/radio and confess how Texas tried to "buy" his way to get him to come to Texas instead of SMU...Crimson and Cream Nation would not care. What point are Longhorn Nation is trying to get across by stating Oklahoma "cheated"? I am surprised that Longhorn Nation has not petition Congress to summons the '74 and '75 team to appear in front of them. How about every man that has ever played for Oklahoma including Darrell Royal! Most of these post are probably from Texas fans born after 1975. I can't speak for Sooner Nation but as an individual I can say it gets old and Texas fans look foolish not Oklahoma fans when accused of "cheating". Then Texas fans I tell about there beloved Longhorns being on probation in the '80's swear up and down that it's not so or it was for "minor" violations. Texas fans get over it. You have no proof so move on.
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 25, 2008 9:52 AM — 192.94.94.105 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie of course im not mad at you come on now. I just don't understand how you can think im trying to start up this whole cheating discussion simply by posting a link related to VY. Oklahoma may have or may not have cheated but anyone in their right mind would say something about a team winning 2 national championships when they are not allowed to even be on national tv.
Not to mention Barry Switzer retiring due to pressure from all the NCAA violations that were comitted on his watch. Your Dickerson thing may or may not be true. I guess if you think Texas cheated they did a pretty good job, because they did not get caught except for being on probation in the 80's as you mentioned. This discussion could go on and on, but unfortunately it is time to go and keep the streets safe. Oh Lennie i wanted to leave you a classic SI cover for your enjoyment:
http://dynamic.si.cnn.com/si_online/covers/issues/1989/0227.html
Quit getting so worked up over petty things Lennie and enjoy life. Take care everyone.
HookEmHorns!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 25, 2008 12:35 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
40 Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #124, Even your own post don't make sense. What does not being allowed on television has to do with Oklahoma winning the National Title. If the NCAA wanted to punish them they would have said no games for those seasons or not be awarded the National Title. I have never even hinted that Texas "cheated". I refered to a comment that you and other over zealous Texas fans have made about Barry Switzer "paid' players to come from Texas to play at Oklahoma. Fred Akers got fired for the violations on his watch and Texas being a losing program in the '80's. He probably got fired for not getting Eric Dickerson and Craig James to come to Texas! I just told you what a friend told me about Eric Dickerson being offered money and a house for his family to come to Texas over SMU. If it's true or not it's in the past and is no reflection on William Brown and what he is doing and done for the Texas program. Even when Oklahoma beat Florida State in 2001 I was listening to Craig Way program on 1300 the zone here in Austin and every other phone call was about Barry Switzer and "cheating". After a while even Craig, himself, an over zealous Texas sports announcer, stated what does that have to do with Oklahoma and what Robert Stoops have done/is doing? Talk about jealousy! Get over it. Gee, that link you provided with one Oklahoma player arrested for selling cocaine says alot about the whole Oklahoma program! One player gets arrested and the whole team is stereotyped for terrorizing the campus? The media does not overhype a story never! I surprised his race was not thrown in the mix! The media here DID NOT focus to much on the UT players arrests here for sure! But when Texas players where getting ARRESTED in Austin and Belton...they were marked has individuals and not a whole. William Brown was not held responsible for his players actions...they were responsible. Why should Barry Switzer be any different. I got it! When OU players were law breakers, BLAME BARRY! When UT players were law breakers...William should not be the blame! I got ya'...it makes sense ta me!
40 Acres of Burnt Orange
posted on February 25, 2008 2:48 PM — 192.94.94.106 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie, i know my post didn't make sense to a point i forget that there are times where i have to clarify myself. OU was not allowed to be televised nationally or participate in a bowl game for 2 years due to being on ncaa probation. I believe they won 1 or 2 national titles around that time. But Barry did have to clean up the mess that Fairbanks left behind. I agree with you that a whole team should not be held responsible for the actions of a few. I don't ever say blame Barry for what his players did. Other than it has always been a well known fact that Barry's recruiting methods were always a little suspect. Do i have definitive proof? No. Do you have definitive proof that Akers was trying to buy Dickerson into coming to Texas? No. So can we just let the whole "cheating discussion" die for at least a week?
HookEmHorns
Lennie Collins
posted on February 25, 2008 3:06 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
Again Forty Acres of Burnt Orange, Post #127, you fell to read my post again. That is why I stated a FRIEND told me. My friend Nate states that he would stand in front of God and tell that is what Eric Dickerson himself told HIM not ME. That to me is proof enough that this man(Nate) is telling the truth! I never met Eric Dickerson or played football with him. My friend Nate did! I also stated that if it was or was not true I DID NOT CARE. It is no concern of mine and it does not reflect on William Brown! You might want to check your resources on the penalties. Oklahoma did play Michigan in the 1975 Orange Bowl. But the way you and other Texas fans are talking Barry the blame and Mack is not accountable. You might not think so. To me it is put to rest and has been cause there is no proof...just jealousy!
posted on February 25, 2008 3:58 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie: I've noticed that you have a propensity to call people named Bob or Bobbie by their given name of Robert. Does this mean that we can call you Leonard?
I think I've moved up the Red River Shootout to number one on my list of neutral-observer games I'd like to attend. Are tickets easy to find at the game? I might make a road-trip this year and write a guest column on it: The Red River Shoot-OUt from the Perspective of an UTterly neutral SEC guy.
Maybe by then we'll be able to buy Fanblogs golf shirts and everybody will know that I'm an official correspondent. Maybe I can get in free and sit up in the press box? Hey, that's a damn good idea! Kevin, how do I get some credentials here??? Seriously!
Lennie Collins
posted on February 25, 2008 4:10 PM — 68.92.148.40 — link — abuse? said:
War Eagle Atlanta, Post #129, Most coaches do not go by their real names. Why, I don't know. I don't see any problem with Bob Stoops going by Robert, Peter Carroll going by Pete, or William Brown going by Mack! If they want to go by the shorten name or middle still no problem! The State of Mississippi birth certificate issued by Lauderdale County has my real name as Lennie. You can call me whatever the heck you choose BUT I do not have to response to it! What is yo' real name? If we gone keeps it real lets start with the names! Well I will and that has been my real and legal name from the get go.
OU-Ron
posted on February 25, 2008 4:21 PM — 216.201.209.146 — link — abuse? said:
WEA, Tickets are easy to get at the game for enough bread, they may be in the nose bleed section, but the game is just as exciting on the top row in the corner as it is on the 50.
Be sure to let me know if you're gonna be there, we will go out and celebrate OU's victory after the game and even try to get 40 Acres to be the designated driver...
posted on February 25, 2008 4:53 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Lennie: I'm just kidding you. My name is Greg, BTW.
Ron: Auburn plays Arkansas at home that date. I'll have to wait and see how the season's going and then I'll decide. If 40 Acres can't drive us around, maybe he can at least give us a police escort through Arlington. :-)
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posted on February 20, 2008 10:54 AM — 74.239.251.222 — link — abuse?Hey Kev why no thread on that OL from Bama that got arrested over the weekend?