The 2012 College Football thread!!!

[BigTyla]

When we last turned our gaze from the world of FBS football, the Bammernecks had won the national title without winning their division, continuing the football dominance by the state of Alabama for the past three years while offering quite a bit of controversy. The SEC cannabalized the Big 12 by taking Texas A&M and Mizzou, while the Big 12 sought to solidify itself by bringing in new powerhouses of its own. Since then, a playoff format has been introduced that may itself prove controversial with the instatement of a playoff committee that will decide the top four playoff teams starting in 2015.

What does this year in college football hold in store for us? Will Texas A&M and Mizzou be pummeled under the might of their new SEC schedules? Will Nick Saban find his twin brother in the Wonka factory? Will Auburn find a quarterback worth a damn? Will Lane Kiffin have USC on probation again within the next three years? Will Bob Stoops finally confess his love for men?

Stay tuned...

[AdamVR4]

When we last turned our gaze from the world of FBS football, the Bammernecks had won the national title without winning their division, continuing the football dominance by the state of Alabama for the past three years while offering quite a bit of controversy. The SEC cannabalized the Big 12 by taking Texas A&M and Mizzou, while the Big 12 sought to solidify itself by bringing in new powerhouses of its own. Since then, a playoff format has been introduced that may itself prove controversial with the instatement of a playoff committee that will decide the top four playoff teams starting in 2015.

What does this year in college football hold in store for us? Will Texas A&M and Mizzou be pummeled under the might of their new SEC schedules? Will Nick Saban find his twin brother in the Wonka factory? Will Auburn find a quarterback worth a damn? Will Lane Kiffin have USC on probation again within the next three years? Will Bob Stoops finally confess his love for men?

Stay tuned...

Great thread.

A&M is going to have a miserable season. Even their homer fans are only predicting 6 or 7 wins. I see 5, 2 in conference, and no bowl game.

Mizzou is going into the SEC in a much more favorable way. I see them competing and getting 7 to 8 wins, 4 in conference (A&M, Tennessee, UK, and one of Georgia/SoCa/Vandy/Florida).

Texas goes 10-2 :)

[stealthee]

Should be a good season. If everyone can stay healthy and the defense can learn the new system WVU should have a solid season. I'm not really sure what to predict just yet though.

[AdamVR4]

Should be a good season. If everyone can stay healthy and the defense can learn the new system WVU should have a solid season. I'm not really sure what to predict just yet though.

Kind of funny that the 10 team B12 has THREE defending conference champions this season :p and SIX teams that won 10 games last season.

I won't be surprised at all if we end up with 3 teams at 10-2. I have a hard time seeing OU being elite with Landry Jones and basically an entirely new set of wide receivers (after basically kicking every WR off the team this off-season). TCU's defense has been gutted by off-the-field issues and Texas' offense is still a work in progress. That said, Tech and KU are the only "off weeks", so there will be quite a few B12 upsets, again. Geno is immediately the best QB in the B12, so if your defense over achieves and keeps you out of the 56 to 56 triple OT games with the likes of K-State...

I see 6 tough games for you. Baylor returns to being Baylor.

Marshall - W
James Madison - W
Maryland - W
vs Baylor - W
@ Texas - ?
@ Tech - W
vs K-State - ?
vs TCU - ?
@ OSU - ?
vs OU - ?
@ ISU - ?
vs KU - W

I see 10-2, but you may beat Texas and/or OU :)

[stealthee]

Here's hoping we don't choke in an early game.

[Goallie11]

I'm quite excited for the new season. I don't know if we'll (K-State) be able to get 10 wins again but I'm hoping.

Personally I don't know if TCU will be as good as people think they will be. They're coming to the best (or second) conference in the nation and will be playing against top 15 teams nearly every week.

[eljefefx]

As far as my favorite team is concerned - Texas Tech- seeing as how Tommy T is still our coach I'd be surprised if we get more than four wins. The Aggies are going to tank hard. I think the SEC is going to be a brutal shock to the system.

[AdamVR4]

A&M getting used to cheering on the rest of the SEC: (get ready to cringe)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWe8EhUiAUM&feature=player_embedded

I love how they got all the minorities on campus together for this video. And bow tie, the single most embarrassing school president in the country. So glad they're gone and can't wait to see them get reamed by the SEC.

[BigTyla]

And bow tie, the single most embarrassing school president in the country. So glad they're gone and can't wait to see them get reamed by the SEC.

He seems pretty cool to me...:confused2:

[Vantage]

I see Michigan having a disappointing season, starting off with the face rape session Alabama will put on us come September. I would be amazed if we have another 10+ season.

[AdamVR4]

http://oi39.tinypic.com/2p9wj.jpg

[AdamVR4]

It's the off season, but geeze, you guys are dead.

Interesting break down on B12 offenses
Is the Big 12 Really A "Passing" League? - Barking Carnival (http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2012/7/9/3147046/passing-league)

[Mikes2nd]

did texas get a qb yet?

[DK77]

When we last turned our gaze from the world of FBS football, the Bammernecks had won the national title without winning their division, continuing the football dominance by the state of Alabama for the past three years while offering quite a bit of controversy. The SEC cannabalized the Big 12 by taking Texas A&M and Mizzou, while the Big 12 sought to solidify itself by bringing in new powerhouses of its own. Since then, a playoff format has been introduced that may itself prove controversial with the instatement of a playoff committee that will decide the top four playoff teams starting in 2015.

What does this year in college football hold in store for us? Will Texas A&M and Mizzou be pummeled under the might of their new SEC schedules? Will Nick Saban find his twin brother in the Wonka factory? Will Auburn find a quarterback worth a damn? Will Lane Kiffin have USC on probation again within the next three years? Will Bob Stoops finally confess his love for men?

Stay tuned...

I'm gonna go with a respective yes(A&M should practice their fetal position now, Mizzou will fare better but not by much), not likely, no, most definitely, and also unlikely.

I really want to say the Huskers are gonna rock this year, but it seems to me they have by far the hardest schedule of the B1G teams. It really comes down to how the defense is under the new coordinator since Carl Pelini is now with Florida Atlantic. If the D can be anywhere near as good as back in the days of Suh, and if Taylor Martinez can develop some passing skill (scary thought) the Huskers could certainly post their best record under Bo Pelini, but if those things don't happen, this year could be really really scary for us Cornhuskers.

[AdamVR4]

did texas get a qb yet?

Negative, but Ash has a lot of excuses for last season.

I mean, Garrett Gilbert was the one getting nearly all the snaps in the off-season. Case McCoy got back-up reps. All true freshman Ash had was a special zone-read package. Then, of course, he was thrown into the fire against OU after Case sucked (when OU's D was healthy; that OU team that got destroyed by OSU wasn't the same team Texas played). Ash didn't start getting starter snaps until after the OU game and then our four best offensive players got hurt in consecutive weeks (3 RB's, 1 WR).

I don't think expecting Ash to improve considerably (from horrific to average) is unreasonable.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Phil Steele (http://www.philsteele.com/Blogs/2012/July12/DBJuly10.html)

Jeremy

[Goallie11]

Here's the season simulated with NCAA football '13

The 2012 season according to NCAA Football 13 - CBSSports.com (http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/blog/eye-on-college-football/19562483/the-2012-season-according-to-ncaa-football-13)

I like the results for the most part.

[BigTyla]

Here's the season simulated with NCAA football '13

The 2012 season according to NCAA Football 13 - CBSSports.com (http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/blog/eye-on-college-football/19562483/the-2012-season-according-to-ncaa-football-13)

I like the results for the most part.

Someone was really bored. Almost all of those results look completely off-base.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Uhh yeah, that's pretty far out there.

Jeremy

[Goallie11]

I thought the same thing, but seeing how it predicted K-state in the championship game I was ok with it. I doubt that'll happen though.

[AdamVR4]

K-State is going to F-up SOMEBODY'S season (gee, wonder who), but I doubt they improve on last years 10 win mark.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

K-State had better pray to the football gods that Klein doesn't get hurt. Beyond Klein, the only other play maker on the team is Hubert. There's realistically no passing game, Klein threw for what like 1900 yards, 13 td's, and 6 int's last year? I look for them to go 6-3(in conference), with losses to WV, Oklahoma, and UT. There's not enough offense, or defense, to stop WV, and the game is in Morgantown. Oklahoma crushed them last year; I don't think that's gonna change. There's not enough offense to get through UT's defense, and UT will have an offense by Dec. 1.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

K-State had better pray to the football gods that Klein doesn't get hurt. Beyond Klein, the only other play maker on the team is Hubert. There's realistically no passing game, Klein threw for what like 1900 yards, 13 td's, and 6 int's last year? I look for them to go 6-3(in conference), with losses to WV, Oklahoma, and UT. There's not enough offense, or defense, to stop WV, and the game is in Morgantown. Oklahoma crushed them last year; I don't think that's gonna change. There's not enough offense to get through UT's defense, and UT will have an offense by Dec. 1.

Jeremy

Until I see otherwise, Texas is going to lose to K-State. They've eaten my soul too many times in a row, in too many sports, to even pretend to get my hopes up.

[BigTyla]

Nick Saban's daughter sued for destroying a sorority sister's face:

Suit blames Nick Saban's daughter for 2010 fight (updated) | al.com (http://blog.al.com/wire/2012/07/suit_blames_nick_sabans_daught.html#incart_river_d efault)

[Goallie11]

If there's a coach I don't like it's Saban. He voted OSU 6th or so in the final polls so he'd have a higher chance of playing in the championship game.

[AdamVR4]

If there's a coach I don't like it's Saban. He voted OSU 6th or so in the final polls so he'd have a higher chance of playing in the championship game.

Fuckers Art Briles and Mike Leach (although I generally like Leach) voted Texas #5 and OU #1 in the 2008 coaches poll where OU took 2nd place and Texas 3rd by .013 points. That tiny margin put OU into the B12CG to face ANOTHER team Texas beat by double digits (Mizzou).

Scout.com: 2008 BCS Rankings - Week 7, Nov. 30 (http://cfn.scout.com/2/816937.html)

USATODAY.com feature (http://www.usatoday.com/sports/graphics/coaches_fb_poll_2008/flash.htm)

[BigTyla]

Fuckers Art Briles and Mike Leach (although I generally like Leach) voted Texas #5 and OU #1 in the 2008 coaches poll where OU took 2nd place and Texas 3rd by .013 points. That tiny margin put OU into the B12CG to face ANOTHER team Texas beat by double digits (Mizzou).

Scout.com: 2008 BCS Rankings - Week 7, Nov. 30 (http://cfn.scout.com/2/816937.html)

USATODAY.com feature (http://www.usatoday.com/sports/graphics/coaches_fb_poll_2008/flash.htm)

Still sour I see.

Then again, I'll never forgive the 2004 snub of Auburn, either.

[Goallie11]

Oh don't get started about snubs, K-state is the most snubbed team in the history of the BCS. Passed over last year in favor of two >10 ranked teams, beating Oklahoma in the 2003 Big 12 championship and Oklahome went on to the championship game, and to top it all off losing one game in 98 that kept them not only out of the championship game, but also out of any BCS bowl game.

BCS controversies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BCS_controversies#Controversies_by_season)

9 Biggest Snubs In The History Of The College Football BCS (http://www.totalprosports.com/2011/12/20/9-biggest-snubs-in-the-history-of-the-college-football-bcs/#10)

[AdamVR4]

Just cannot wait...

Figured J might get a smirk out of this:

http://cdn0.sbnation.com/fan_shot_images/260567/306600_3383304313267_259232701_n.jpg

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Saw that on FB yesterday...I refrained from posting it. :p I'm seriously considering making the trip to Austin. ;)

In other news, Geno Smith named as B12 preseason, offensive, player of the year.

Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team - Big 12 Conference - Official Athletic Site (http://www.big12sports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=10410&ATCLID=205501191)

[AdamVR4]

Saw that on FB yesterday...I refrained from posting it. :p I'm seriously considering making the trip to Austin. ;)

I really hope you do, man. Let me know as your plans get solidified. Any idea where your seats will be yet? If the seats are good at all, please get an extra ticket or two. I assume you'll only be here a couple nights; I could probably convince the wifey to let you crash in our guest bedroom. Are you bringing your wife? I have questions and demand answers, haha.

I still fully intend to make my first road trip be the @ WVU game in 2013... And you'd better protect me. HAHA... You won't have to worry about your safety here. We're way too nice to visitors, you and your team will feel right at home ;)



In other news, Geno Smith named as B12 preseason, offensive, player of the year.

As expected, but nice to see him get some recognition none the less.

[onebadmollafolla]

You won't have to worry about your safety here. We're way too nice to visitors, you and your team will feel right at home ;)

Colorado on the other hand...well, the city of Boulder could catch fire and be nothing more than ash tomorrow morning and I'd be OK with it.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I really hope you do, man. Let me know as your plans get solidified. Any idea where your seats will be yet? If the seats are good at all, please get an extra ticket or two. I assume you'll only be here a couple nights; I could probably convince the wifey to let you crash in our guest bedroom. Are you bringing your wife? I have questions and demand answers, haha.

I still fully intend to make my first road trip be the @ WVU game in 2013... And you'd better protect me. HAHA... You won't have to worry about your safety here. We're way too nice to visitors, you and your team will feel right at home ;)

Austin should expect a helluva WV turnout. It's a huge talking point that I hear tons of fans saying they're wanting to make that game.

Tickets aren't available yet, so no clue at this point. Single home game tickets aren't even available yet, they're still processing season tickets, apparently. Yeah, would be the wife and I, and only for the weekend (if we can go, depends on how cost prohibitive a flight from here to Austin is). The university has a package deal, but it's outrageous. Like $1,700 a person, but it is a private chartered flight.

Checking flights now. Most departures(back to home) are from Fort Hood/Killeen. How far away is that?

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Austin should expect a helluva WV turnout. It's a huge talking point that I hear tons of fans saying they're wanting to make that game.

Tickets aren't available yet, so no clue at this point. Single home game tickets aren't even available yet, they're still processing season tickets, apparently. Yeah, would be the wife and I, and only for the weekend (if we can go, depends on how cost prohibitive a flight from here to Austin is). The university has a package deal, but it's outrageous. Like $1,700 a person, but it is a private chartered flight.

Checking flights now. Most departures(back to home) are from Fort Hood/Killeen. How far away is that?

Jeremy

Ah, yeah, our guest room may be a little small for you two with just a queen :)

Wha??? There's no flights from ABIA? It's a 90 minute drive to the Fort Hood/Killeen airport (I've never been there). You might as well drive to Waco... Heh, too bad you guys don't play @ Baylor the week after you play @ Texas ;)

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Haha, queen is what we have in our own personal bedroom.

I've found a better deal. In and out of ABIA, 2 nights at a hotel that looks to be very close to Darrell K, for $1,000. We'd arrive at 1:45pm at ABIA on Friday the 5th, and leave Sunday the 7th at 10:00am. That seems like a pretty good deal to me. I don't know how much tickets will be through WVU, but I'm guessing they'll be affordable.

Jeremy

[onebadmollafolla]

You two...

http://i.imgur.com/NN2iD.jpg

[AdamVR4]

HAHHAHAHAHA, thanks for that.

$1000+tickets for a road game? Not too shabby. See ya then!

[BigTyla]

I never understood preseason player of the year awards. How can you be player of the year for a season you haven't even played yet? I understand preseason MVP, but let's call it what it is.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Yeah, it's a little silly for sure...but I'll take any recognition we can get. :)

Jeremy

[Goallie11]

Not as bad as the fact that preseason rankings are counted towards the real rankings later in the season.

[AdamVR4]

Real question marks for Texas going into 2012? Can the QB position go from abysmal to competent and can our tradition of amazingly clutch kickers continue?

The freshman kickers on campus haven't been impressing thus far...

So, gentlemen, let the poaching begin: Penn State kicker Fera interested in Texas - Big 12 Blog - ESPN (http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/52340/penn-state-kicker-fera-interested-in-texas)

[vroom4]

I think penn state should have a good season.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

If UT can get a half decent QB, you'll have something. You've got the rb's, and certainly the D. Just need that strong QB that pulls it all together.

WV made a huge splash at the B12 media days. I'm so freaking excited. Got a line on some killer season tickets, that I'm seriously considering buying.

Jeremy

[DK77]

I love my season tickets for the Huskers. If you can get great seats, do it!

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Curious, how much are your season tix? The ones I'm looking at are $2,300. They're pretty good seats, but far from the best. WVU is different. All seats are $395 for the season, BUT, in order to even be allowed to purchase them you have to make a donation to the Mountaineer Athletic Club. Different seats have minimum donation levels, and that does not guarantee you'll even end up in that section if you're a new MAC member. They go by seniority, and amount of donation, for priority seating. To get just "good" seats, you're looking at a minimum of $1,100 per seat. However, 80% of your MAC donation is tax deductible, so that eases the sting.

Jeremy

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Oh gawd... :lmao:

VIDEO IN THE ARTICLE IS NSFW
Introducing The Riot Bowl - Wide Right & Natty Lite (http://www.widerightnattylite.com/2012/6/11/3077402/introducing-the-riot-bowl)

[DK77]

Curious, how much are your season tix? The ones I'm looking at are $2,300. They're pretty good seats, but far from the best. WVU is different. All seats are $395 for the season, BUT, in order to even be allowed to purchase them you have to make a donation to the Mountaineer Athletic Club. Different seats have minimum donation levels, and that does not guarantee you'll even end up in that section if you're a new MAC member. They go by seniority, and amount of donation, for priority seating. To get just "good" seats, you're looking at a minimum of $1,100 per seat. However, 80% of your MAC donation is tax deductible, so that eases the sting.

Jeremy

Well it's kinda similar to that here but we basically have an exemption because my father is handi-capped so we don't have to do the whole donation thing. What I do know is we're looking at around $140 per game for 2 seats and parking in the lot nearest the stadium. Now on the other hand I did find out these last few months that to be able to get into our parking lot you would normally have to donate a minimum of $5K per year. I have no idea as far as what the donation would be for our seats, but they are front row in the end zone about 10 yards in from the sideline. While the new north end of the stadium was under construction though, we had literally the best seats in the house, field-level at the corner of the endzone right under the student section. I literally had a 2 ft high fence and padding between me and the field and on a few occasions actually celebrated touchdowns with the players :D. That section is now the Sideline Club and I am sure there is a $5K or so minimum annual donation to sit there.

P.S. I forgot to mention, and I don't know what it is like for WVU, but the Huskers have sold out every game since the 60s so there is a LONG waiting list for season tickets, so if a Husker fan was in your situation it could end up being a once in decade chance for tickets.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Just picked up season tickets. Woohoo!! So excited. :D

Brian - the woman I bought tickets from has 2 more if you know anyone interested. Section 103, row 9 (9 rows off the field). I bought seats 126 & 127, which are the aisle seats. These two would be the two beside that. She wants $2,000 if you know anyone.

Adam, WVU has ZERO tickets for the Texas game. None are available to the general public. However, your ticket office is selling them.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Just picked up season tickets. Woohoo!! So excited. :D

Brian - the woman I bought tickets from has 2 more if you know anyone interested. Section 103, row 9 (9 rows off the field). I bought seats 126 & 127, which are the aisle seats. These two would be the two beside that. She wants $2,000 if you know anyone.

Adam, WVU has ZERO tickets for the Texas game. None are available to the general public. However, your ticket office is selling them.

Jeremy


Getting tickets won't be a problem... How much you interested in spending?

[stealthee]

Just picked up season tickets. Woohoo!! So excited. :D

Brian - the woman I bought tickets from has 2 more if you know anyone interested. Section 103, row 9 (9 rows off the field). I bought seats 126 & 127, which are the aisle seats. These two would be the two beside that. She wants $2,000 if you know anyone.

Adam, WVU has ZERO tickets for the Texas game. None are available to the general public. However, your ticket office is selling them.

Jeremy

I'll see if anyone I know is interested. I wish I had the cash to get them myself. I am going to try to make at least a few games this year though.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Getting tickets won't be a problem... How much you interested in spending?

Trip to Texas probably won't happen since I got these tix...but we'll see.


I'll see if anyone I know is interested. I wish I had the cash to get them myself. I am going to try to make at least a few games this year though.

OK, cool. If you find anyone, let me know.

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Glad we booted him when we did:

Details emerge regarding Michael Dyer (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/details-emerge-regarding-michael-dyer-dismissal-arkansas-state-000408545--ncaaf.html)


A day after Arkansas State released running back Michael Dyer for a "violation of team rules," details are starting to emerge about what prompted Dyer's dismissal.

According to several published reports, Dyer's troubles stemmed from a traffic stop on March 10. He was stopped for going 96 in a 70 mph zone and was fined $17 and given five days of community service.

But it's what the Jonesboro Sun found when it dug deeper that contributed to Dyer's downfall (the Sun story is behind a paywall so I'm linking another source). According to the paper, the state trooper who made the stop also found a handgun and a substance believed to be marijuana in the car but omitted both finds and no charges were ever filed.

The Sun obtained the video of the stop, which includes a conversation between Little Rock Christian graduate Dyer and Trooper Royce Denney, who either knew or came to know Dyer was a football player. The videotape shows Denney asking Dyer if the gun is registered.

"Carrying a pistol around? Uncool ... You've got a career ahead of you but you're being a total dumbass right now," the newspaper quotes from the video.

Denney says he could report the incident to Coach Gus Malzahn, but adds: "What's the best way to make you think? You're a grown man and I'm not trying to treat you like a kid." He also reportedly tells Dyer he doesn't want to tell Malzahn about the incident "because of the NCAA crap."

According to the newspaper account of the video, Dyer responds: "I'm done with this. This is my second chance over here." He urged Denney to take the gun. Eventually, Denney turns the camera off.

The state trooper is currently under investigation for his actions and comments during the stop.

This isn't the first time Dyer has been involved in a gun-related incident. Dyer was suspended at Auburn after a gun he owned was used in an armed robbery by teammates. Dyer was not involved in the incident but testified about how the gun ended up being used in the crime.

That trial occurred in April, a little more than a month after Dyer's traffic stop. At the time, Arkansas State coach Gus Malzahn said he was aware of Dyer's role in the robbery and said he was confident he had learned from his mistake.

"I am fully aware of Mike's circumstances," Malzahn said in a statement released by the school. "He knows very well the high standard we have of all our players here at Arkansas State, and I'm confident that he will meet those expectations."

From Malzahn's statement, it appears as though he was not aware of Dyer's covered-up transgression. If so, you can't blame Malzahn for letting Dyer go. He gave him a second chance after Auburn, trusted him, vouched for him, put faith in him and was lied to and let down.

Malzahn appeared in the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Celebrity Golf Classic on Monday, but refused to answer any questions about Dyer.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That's insane. Why in the world would someone of his talent level throw it all away like that? Sad.

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Another one bites the dust. Good riddance.

Auburn quarterback Zeke Pike transferring, says Gene Chizik | al.com (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2012/08/auburn_quarterback_zeke_pike_t.html#incart_hbx)


AUBURN, Alabama -- Auburn coach Gene Chizik said Wednesday that freshman quarterback Zeke Pike is no longer a member of the football team and will transfer.


Chizik reaffirmed that defensive back Jonathan Rose is off the team as well, and plans to transfer.


"They're not with our football team anymore. Their intent is to transfer to another school. We wish them the best," Chizik said after the first day of fall practice.


Chizik said the decision not to bring Pike back was made in the last 7-10 days.


Chizik sent both players home for the summer. Pike was sent home after being arrested for public intoxication.


Chizik said quarterback Clint Moseley looked good, having bounced back from a sore shoulder that limited him in the spring.


"He's full go," Chizik said.


On freshman Jonathan Wallace, the freshman who can take Pike's place.


"He's capitalized," Chizik said.

[AdamVR4]

Do you like Jonathan Wallace more? What's the long term plan at QB? *edit* LOL, looked at your recruiting class to figure out who your other QB was, should've just finished reading the quoted text!

And it's official, Anthony Fera has escaped from Pedo State and is now a Longhorn.

[BigTyla]

I've heard a lot of great things about Wallace. He was regarded as a great "diamond in the rough" pick to supplement our recruiting class last year and was a spectacular in-state player. Practice reports indicate he had a fantastic summer and has really impressed his teammates. I'm actually willing to bet that he sneaks ahead of Moseley for the #2 spot before midseason.

He's listed as a dual-threat QB, but, like Frasier, he will be looking to pass first always.

[Mikes2nd]

Real question marks for Texas going into 2012? Can the QB position go from abysmal to competent and can our tradition of amazingly clutch kickers continue?



you guys need to kick Colt brother to the curb. And the other kid sucked also. Last season I was like holy crap if you guys had a qb you would have had a shot. It was like watching insanely talented recievers standing wide open only to get over thrown or way off to the side... It was painful watching the horrible passing to wide open guys.

[AdamVR4]

you guys need to kick Colt brother to the curb. And the other kid sucked also. Last season I was like holy crap if you guys had a qb you would have had a shot. It was like watching insanely talented recievers standing wide open only to get over thrown or way off to the side... It was painful watching the horrible passing to wide open guys.

Ha, agreed for the most part. Case McCoy is a serviceable back-up with virtually no upside. He'd be a great back-up if not for his helicopter dad (who isn't doing Colt any favors in the NFL).

I think Ash will take a significant step forward this season, but if he doesn't, we've got 2 potential freshman to throw at the wolves...

[BigTyla]

Toomer's Oaks Update - Office of Communications and Marketing - Auburn University (http://ocm.auburn.edu/news/oaks.html)


Update (8/8/12)
The Toomer's Corner Oaks were pruned significantly today for safety reasons, based on advice from Auburn University's Tree Preservation Committee. A tree service contractor, under the supervision of Auburn's Facilities Management, removed weakened branches above the plaza and streets at the corner of College Street and Magnolia Avenue. The work was done between summer and fall semesters because of fewer pedestrians on campus and less vehicle traffic. While long-term decisions about the trees have not been made, fans are still welcome to gather at the corner this fall and continue the tradition of rolling the trees with toilet paper.

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[AdamVR4]

That's a pretty sad looking tree at this point... Sorry Tyler.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

WOW, they really cut them back! :eek:

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

WOW, they really cut them back! :eek:

Jeremy

That's a colossal understatement.

After/Before:

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The saddest part is I'll never be able to share the experience I cherished in my college years with my children.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

So the plan on maintaining that size? That's a helluva shame. Major tradition at Toomers Corner. :(

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

I'm sure they'll just excavate it at the end of the year. It's as good as dead after another cycle of seasons.

[BigTyla]

I should note that the second photo isn't actually before it was poisoned. I just couldn't find a good photo while at work of the tree pre-poisoning where it wasn't covered in toilet paper. :p

[HilbillyHomeboy]

This one's not bad, and offers perspective with the girl in the pic. Man, I'm not an Auburn fan, but fuck everything about that dickhead that poisoned the trees.

http://scottfillmer.me/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/DSC_9114-toomers-oak.jpg

[stealthee]

J I assume you are coming up for all the home games this year?

I'm thinking of trying to get tickets to the Marshall game since well its the Thundering Turds, and Baylor because my birthday is the Friday before. I might also try to get some to the OU game. It all depends on funds.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

J I assume you are coming up for all the home games this year?

I'm thinking of trying to get tickets to the Marshall game since well its the Thundering Turds, and Baylor because my birthday is the Friday before. I might also try to get some to the OU game. It all depends on funds.

Yeah, I'll be there for all of them, unless something comes up.

All the games are sold out through the University. I think Kansas tickets are available, but all the others are gone. Record sales this year. :) Last time we'll play Marshall for quite a while I figure. Looking forward to laying it on 'em hard this year.

Jeremy

[Goallie11]

Don't bother paying to see Kansas play...

[AdamVR4]

Don't bother paying to see Kansas play...

Eh, I got great seats to that beat down last year :p It was fun to see Texas' offense look competent! haha

[Goallie11]

Oh don't get me wrong, I went to Lawrence for last years game and watched us beat them down and I'll be at the game this year here in Manhattan, but for people expecting a good football game Kansas is not the team to expect it from.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Oh for sure, I wouldn't spend money just to see that game, but having season tickets I'll certainly be in Motown to watch WV hang 80 on 'em. :D

Jeremy

[stealthee]

Yeah, I'll be there for all of them, unless something comes up.

All the games are sold out through the University. I think Kansas tickets are available, but all the others are gone. Record sales this year. :) Last time we'll play Marshall for quite a while I figure. Looking forward to laying it on 'em hard this year.

Jeremy

I managed to get tickets to the soldout Backyard Brawl last year. If I want tickets, I'll find them. :)

[AdamVR4]

I managed to get tickets to the soldout Backyard Brawl last year. If I want tickets, I'll find them. :)

It's the best use for craigslist I've found yet ;)

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Of course you can find tickets. The question is how much will you pay...even the endzone seats for the Marshall game (last I checked) were going for near $100 on stubhub. The Oklahoma tickets will be absurdly priced. That's why I said f it and shelled out a few grand for season tickets. Comes out to $142.85 per seat, per game, and my seats are top notch.

In any event I hope to catch up with you at a game...or two. :)

Jeremy

[IPD]

meh...college football is so boring. i've never been able to watch a full game. besides, ESPN has all the highlights anyways.





























:awesome:

[AdamVR4]

meh...college football is so boring. i've never been able to watch a full game. besides, ESPN has all the highlights anyways.

http://randomgifs.com/images/gsimpson.gif

[HilbillyHomeboy]

meh...college football is so boring. i've never been able to watch a full game. besides, ESPN has all the highlights anyways.

http://i.imgur.com/q3ezc.gif

[AdamVR4]

As of like 20 minutes ago, the Honey Badger has been dismissed.

LSU dismisses All-America defensive back Tyrann Mathieu (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2012/08/lsu-dismisses-tyrann-mathieu/1#.UCVGtJ1lQ3g)

Apparently he failed several drug tests.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

As of like 20 minutes ago, the Honey Badger has been dismissed.

LSU dismisses All-America defensive back Tyrann Mathieu (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2012/08/lsu-dismisses-tyrann-mathieu/1#.UCVGtJ1lQ3g)

Apparently he failed several drug tests.

OH SHAT! Wow...that's devastating for LSU.

Jeremy

EDIT - Honey Badger don't care sure takes on a new meaning now. What an idiot.

[Mikes2nd]

rofl if i hear "honey badger" one more time... good riddance

[AdamVR4]

rofl if i hear "honey badger" one more time... good riddance

ha... This is the best part of him getting kicked off the team. Musburger will have to find a new phrase to beat us over the head with.

[AdamVR4]

I don't even...

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[BigTyla]

They wore the bike shorts during the first summer practice due to heat. Not the most becoming to some of the...ahem...larger fellows.

No idea on that rag there. Not something I've ever seen or heard of.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

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[Mikes2nd]

i think wv is in for a rude awakening...

Penn State picks up a wide reciever... a walk on at the university of Akron! nice steal!

[onebadmollafolla]

i think wv is in for a rude awakening...

Penn State picks up a wide reciever... a walk on at the university of Akron! nice steal!

Penn State can't leave their front door. STFU

[HilbillyHomeboy]

In 16 weeks, there'll be one champion.

Indeed there will; and guess who it's guaranteed to not be? rofl.

Jeremy

[Mikes2nd]

Indeed there will; and guess who it's guaranteed to not be? rofl.

Jeremy

WV and OSU and Meatchicken... :)

[AdamVR4]

Penn State and Ohio State are the only BCS teams with post-season bans this year, right? Wisconsin could damn near have a losing record and go to the B10 championship.

How are these child inspired names still in place?! "legends", "leaders", "B1G"

[HilbillyHomeboy]

With our depth chart released, the #1 RB is Shawne Alston. This guy is a beast, 5'11" and 236 lbs, who can cut and shift at will, or bust it right between the tackles(think Stevie Slaton). I'd also expect to see a lot more Geno keepers. Our running game is going to be pretty strong.

There's no need to discuss our passing game. ;)

Our defense has progressed very, very, nicely. Coaches are saying they're having a very difficult time looking at freshman for redshirting as they all came to play and are giving unbelievable effort.

All in all, it appears the team as a whole is really coming together. I'm 100% bought in and am expecting a stellar season.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

With our depth chart released, the #1 RB is Shawne Alston. This guy is a beast, 5'11" and 236 lbs, who can cut and shift at will, or bust it right between the tackles(think Stevie Slaton). I'd also expect to see a lot more Geno keepers. Our running game is going to be pretty strong.

There's no need to discuss our passing game. ;)

Our defense has progressed very, very, nicely. Coaches are saying they're having a very difficult time looking at freshman for redshirting as they all came to play and are giving unbelievable effort.

All in all, it appears the team as a whole is really coming together. I'm 100% bought in and am expecting a stellar season.

Jeremy

Texas has (4) absurd running backs.
5-star soph Malcolm Brown (all around back)
4-star soph Joe Bergeron (power back that punishes defenders, could be the best of the bunch)
5-star fresh Johnathon Grey (all around back, NFL size as a high school senior)
4-star fresh Daje Johnson (scat back, really shocking the staff as he was a late steal from TCU; may end up in the slot)

Tight end is a disappointment, still, which is a big freaking issue in Harsin's motion-Boise offense. They're all turning out to be poor blockers AND poor pass catchers. We haven't had a tight end since Jermichael Finley left early and Blaine Irby got hurt. I will never understand how our tight end coach didn't get fired.

WR doesn't have much depth and is very young regardless. Oldest contributors here are senior Marquis Goodwin (finally returned to the team after his disappointing long jump showing in London) and one junior, Mike Davis, who appears poised for a huge year.

Unless Ash can take a major step forward, I'm not excited about our QB situation heading into the 2013 season. Our team will be LOADED for a 2013 championship run and our best QB may be freshman Connor Brewer or Jalen Overstreet. Fingers crossed that Shipley doesn't lead the team in TD passes (okay, he only had 3, but Ash only had 4 and McCoy only had 7) and QB rating again.. LOL

This team will beat you slowly and surely with what appears to be the best Texas defense since 2005 and a conservative offense. Nothing will be pretty or easy.

Anything less than 10 wins this season is a major disappointment, but we're still recovering from our previous coaching regime's bad habits that were allowed to fester by Mack.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

No doubt your ground game will be damn good. But, I fear you're going to be too 1 dimensional and defenses will load the box. Gonna have to establish some type of threat through the air. I think UT needs 1 more year, specifically a QB. You need a leader.

Of course, this is all conjecture; the season hasn't even started. :)

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

No doubt your ground game will be damn good. But, I fear you're going to be too 1 dimensional and defenses will load the box. Gonna have to establish some type of threat through the air. I think UT needs 1 more year, specifically a QB. You need a leader.

Of course, this is all conjecture; the season hasn't even started. :)

Jeremy

It might be conjecture, but that's exactly what we saw last year and until Ash proves otherwise...

[Mikes2nd]

I will bet my life WV, OSU, Penn State nor Michigan will win a national championship this year :)

[vroom4]

I will bet my life WV, OSU, Penn State nor Michigan will win a national championship this year :)

Really, Penn State wont win a championship? LOL.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

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[AdamVR4]

Interesting stat I just tripped over...


Landry Jones Big 12 Home Record? 10-1. Jones Big 12 Road Record? 5-6.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Works for me! :D

Jeremy

[Alan92RTTT]

I can't wait for the first game of the season. But knowing its against Alabama(thanks Rich Rod :() I just pray we don't get totally blown out.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Good ol' RichRod...to hell with everything about that guy. I hope he fails so hard at Arizona, which is a pretty safe bet considering he's already made the excuse for the next two seasons.


“I’ll know we’ve arrived when we can play poorly and win,” Rodriguez says. “Right now, we’re not good enough to play poorly and win any of our games. We’re not going to be there this year. We won’t be there next year, as well.”

[AdamVR4]

I can't wait for the first game of the season. But knowing its against Alabama(thanks Rich Rod :() I just pray we don't get totally blown out.

From what little I've read about 'Bama, this is a bit of a reloading year for them and they're likely to stumble a few times. I've also seen that they have 3, 1st or 2nd team pre-season all Americans on the offensive line... So I hope Michigan has some depth on the defensive line.

[Alan92RTTT]

Rich Rod left us paper for D. Brady has been doing what he can to fix that but he's got a way to go. IIRC most of our D is 1st and 2nd year players.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That's the RR way...who cares about defense? Seems he may have started to figure that one out, since he grabbed our defensive staff(for the record, he wanted them to go to UofM also). Those guys were long time Mountaineers, but I gots no love for them now. Hell, they even took pay cuts to follow the fraud...idiots.

Jeremy

[stealthee]

J I haven't even been paying attention. What base Defense are the Eers going to run this year?

[AdamVR4]

The Longhorn Network is killing me. I mean, I love the damn thing... I watched an hour of HD practice coverage last night via a secret youtube channel and will do the same tonight... But man, the first 2 games are on the damn LHN and none of the major cable providers have agreed to ESPN's overly aggressive pricing. So I called my ticket guy (always has killer seats at relatively reasonable prices) and I'm looking at spending $100++ per ticket to at least the first game (vs Wyoming). I found shitty online streams to watch the 2 LHN games last season, but that was horrible.

[Mikes2nd]

im sure espn is charging an insane amount for just two texas games...

We were able to go the bars and watch the game for the beginning of the big 10... But the big 10 was 10 teams joke games... alot of people wanted to see those week after week so the cable guys caved in finally.

The bars were packed for the first 3 weeks, that was pretty out of hand and fun actually.

[IronmanTT]

BIG 12 should be very entertaining to watch this year as well as seeing TX AM get their asses handed to them in the SEC should be entertaining as well.. :lol:

[HilbillyHomeboy]

J I haven't even been paying attention. What base Defense are the Eers going to run this year?

The base set is a 3-4, but we can switch to a 4-3 instantly. There's some hybrid LB positions as well. The secondary has much more freedom in this new D, and the players say they understand this defense better than the stack. There will be lots of disguised formations...and blitzing, FINALLY! From everything I've read (a lot), I'm confident our defense will be at least 'good'.

Can not wait to destroy Marshall. This will be the 1st game in 3 years that Doc doesn't know shit about our offense or defense. I anticipate an Orange Bowl type score.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

The base set is a 3-4, but we can switch to a 4-3 instantly. There's some hybrid LB positions as well. The secondary has much more freedom in this new D, and the players say they understand this defense better than the stack. There will be lots of disguised formations...and blitzing, FINALLY! From everything I've read (a lot), I'm confident our defense will be at least 'good'.

I haven't read this yet, but I'm sure it's good: 2012 West Virginia Football Preview: Mountaineer State of The Union - Barking Carnival (http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2012/8/23/3260964/2012-west-virginia-football-preview-mountaineer-state-of-the-union-holgorsen-geno-smith-tavon-austin)

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I haven't read this yet, but I'm sure it's good: 2012 West Virginia Football Preview: Mountaineer State of The Union - Barking Carnival (http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2012/8/23/3260964/2012-west-virginia-football-preview-mountaineer-state-of-the-union-holgorsen-geno-smith-tavon-austin)

Good article. Off base on a few items, but overall pretty good. I'm unsure of why Pat Miller was called a noobie, he was the starter last year. He's the #1 player in my hate-dar week-in, week-out, though. He always finds a way to screw up. Though he did have an excellent Orange Bowl. Broderick Jenkins the other one referred to as a noobie, stepped in for Pat Miller and did a phenomenal job. All in all, I'm glad this defense is being looked down upon; they thrive in that situation. They're going to allow a lot of big plays, no doubt, but they're going to make up for it in turnovers.

Ivan McCartney is not even really in the mix as a receiver. His head isn't straight, and he's always hurt. JD Woods will start over McCartney. Jordan Thompson, a true freshman is going to turn a lot of heads. This kid is Tavon Austin the 2nd. He's one to watch.

Downplaying out o-line by saying they don't really have to do much is a mistake. Our o-line will be one of the best corps in the Country.

The one thing most everyone does not realize is we had significant injuries last year, with almost no depth. That's why we got raped by Cuse, and fell to L'ville. When everyone was healthy, ala the Orange Bowl, the 1st glimpse of what we were capable of was finally seen.

Dustin Garrison is also not the #2 back, Andrew Buie is. That may change through the season, but the depth chart is Buie at #2 as of Monday.

The offense will perform every week this year. These guys are vets, confident, and in year 2 of the Holgy offense.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Good article. Off base on a few items, but overall pretty good. I'm unsure of why Pat Miller was called a noobie, he was the starter last year. He's the #1 player in my hate-dar week-in, week-out, though. He always finds a way to screw up. Though he did have an excellent Orange Bowl. Broderick Jenkins the other one referred to as a noobie, stepped in for Pat Miller and did a phenomenal job. All in all, I'm glad this defense is being looked down upon; they thrive in that situation. They're going to allow a lot of big plays, no doubt, but they're going to make up for it in turnovers.

Ivan McCartney is not even really in the mix as a receiver. His head isn't straight, and he's always hurt. JD Woods will start over McCartney. Jordan Thompson, a true freshman is going to turn a lot of heads. This kid is Tavon Austin the 2nd. He's one to watch.

Downplaying out o-line by saying they don't really have to do much is a mistake. Our o-line will be one of the best corps in the Country.

The one thing most everyone does not realize is we had significant injuries last year, with almost no depth. That's why we got raped by Cuse, and fell to L'ville. When everyone was healthy, ala the Orange Bowl, the 1st glimpse of what we were capable of was finally seen.

Dustin Garrison is also not the #2 back, Andrew Buie is. That may change through the season, but the depth chart is Buie at #2 as of Monday.

The offense will perform every week this year. These guys are vets, confident, and in year 2 of the Holgy offense.

Jeremy

Bummer that he didn't sufficiently research your team. I was expecting better from Scipio.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I wouldn't expect anyone outside of our system to know all the ins and outs. It's no big deal, he still did a pretty dang good job. I breathe this stuff, as much as he does all things UT. :)

I thoroughly enjoyed the defining of redneck and hillbilly. He pretty much nailed that one, lol. And Scipio's stuff is always well written with excellent anecdotes. Can't go wrong reading his blogs. :D

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Bummer that he didn't sufficiently research your team. I was expecting better from Scipio.

Really? I've learned to take anything from BC with a grain of salt.

[AdamVR4]

Really? I've learned to take anything from BC with a grain of salt.

Still sore about the Cam Newton stuff, eh? :D (kidding but still holding out hope for justice!!111 hahaha)

BC is a great resource for Texas practice reports, post-game analysis and recruiting news. Do you pay for your Auburn info or are similar free sites available?

[Goallie11]

"Kansas State 21, Texas 17: K-State's mastery of the boys in Austin continues yet again. The last time Texas came to Manhattan, Garrett Gilbert threw five interceptions and the Wildcats threw four total passes. This one's tight all the way through, just like last year in Austin, but Collin Klein cracks the defensive showdown with a few clutch throws late to push K-State over the edge with a go-ahead touchdown in the final minutes. " -David Ubben

Not to say anything, but this is from his predicting the season articles. I'm surprised to learn we only threw 4 passes in an entire game. Only reason I posted this.

Predicting the 2012 season: Week 14 - Dallas Colleges Blog - ESPN Dallas (http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/colleges/post/_/id/4679186/predicting-the-2012-season-week-14)

[IPD]

I wouldn't expect anyone outside of our system to know all the ins and outs. It's no big deal, he still did a pretty dang good job. I breathe this stuff, as much as he does all things UT. :)

I thoroughly enjoyed the defining of redneck and hillbilly. He pretty much nailed that one, lol. And Scipio's stuff is always well written with excellent anecdotes. Can't go wrong reading his blogs. :D

Jeremy

a roman general from centuries ago has a blog?

[BigTyla]

Still sore about the Cam Newton stuff, eh? :D (kidding but still holding out hope for justice!!111 hahaha)

BC is a great resource for Texas practice reports, post-game analysis and recruiting news. Do you pay for your Auburn info or are similar free sites available?

I do not pay for my info. I've found some good sources of information that are free and of comparatively higher quality.

[BigTyla]

Here's some heart-warming news for the week. Shon Coleman, our star offensive lineman of the class of 2010 who was diagnosed with cancer right after Signing Day, is the 2nd string left tackle on the depth chart this year as a RS Freshman.

An earlier story:

Teammates cheer as cancer survivor Shon Coleman practices for the first time at Auburn | al.com (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2012/04/teammates_cheer_as_cancer_surv.html)

In other news, our 1st string center was arrested for public intox this weekend, so we have to move up another inexperienced lineman into our starting ranks. Somehow this team feels just as young as it was last year.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That's awesome!

And noooo, you must beat Clemson!

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Well, on the bright side, we do have a lot of returning starters, a lot more depth, and a ton of talent, but we are still very young. I anticipate a similar season to last year for us with a better defense. Anything more than eight wins in the regular season for us is fantastic.

[AdamVR4]

From BC's SotU on Texas:


As for Tight End, well, it goes like this: Greg Daniels was playing 4th string DT for us, lost 30 pounds, moved to TE, had eleven practices, and moved to #2 on the depth chart. So, yeah.

:lol:

[BigTyla]

Figured HillbillyHomeboy would like this:

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/314904_10151061445123381_700077256_n.jpg

[stealthee]

Jeremy actually sent that to me earlier. LOL

[onebadmollafolla]

Figured HillbillyHomeboy would like this:

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/314904_10151061445123381_700077256_n.jpg

Oh God....

:lol:

[onebadmollafolla]

I have a weird taboo with making preseason predictions so here's a picture of Sexy Rexy.

http://i.imgur.com/Ak0aa.jpg

[DK77]

Me likey

[HilbillyHomeboy]

LOL, I didn't know how well that would go over. Sent it to some of my Marshall loving friends....I got no response. :D

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Got 4 pretty damn decent tickets to the opening game... Cost $440. I'll undoubtedly spend ~$400+ taking just the wife to the red river shootout. Last year was my first, we got blown out and it was still amazingly fun... I should just buy season tickets next year.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Season tix are the way to go. I'm at $142 per seat, per game, 9 rows off the field. If there's a game you can't make, you simply sell the individual game tix. Makes sense.

Jeremy

[IPD]

two grand for 2 people to go watch 8 games? plus other expenses? no wonder jeremy doesn't have his car anymore. :p

[BigTyla]

two grand for 2 people to go watch 8 games? plus other expenses? no wonder jeremy doesn't have his car anymore. :p

That's a very reasonable price to pay considering individual tickets for big games can go for over $400 a pop (at least in the SEC).

[AdamVR4]

That's a very reasonable price to pay considering individual tickets for big games can go for over $400 a pop (at least in the SEC).

Just depends on the quality of the seat. I honestly have no idea what the OU tickets are going to cost. It was almost $100 to sit balls deep in the upper deck overlooking an end zone and I'm NOT settling for that this year.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I expect the chOklahoma@WV game seats to sell for megabucks. The LSU game last year in Morgantown was absurd in pricing. The cheapest you can get the seats I have is $1,640 and that's only if they were already your seats the year before. We have an athletic club. To get season tix you must donate to them, then they will consider you for seats. Also works on seniority. Extremely difficult to get good seats unless you're a longtime holder, or donate an assload of money.

All seats at WVU are $395 for the season. However, each section has assigned, minimum, donation levels. Mine are $400 per seat, which is the 2nd best section. The best section is $500. Again, that's minimum. You join the athletic club now, and donate $500...highly unlikely you'll get either of the 2 best sections. Politics...

Jeremy

[vroom4]

Thats absurd.

[BigTyla]

I expect the chOklahoma@WV game seats to sell for megabucks. The LSU game last year in Morgantown was absurd in pricing. The cheapest you can get the seats I have is $1,640 and that's only if they were already your seats the year before. We have an athletic club. To get season tix you must donate to them, then they will consider you for seats. Also works on seniority. Extremely difficult to get good seats unless you're a longtime holder, or donate an assload of money.

All seats at WVU are $395 for the season. However, each section has assigned, minimum, donation levels. Mine are $400 per seat, which is the 2nd best section. The best section is $500. Again, that's minimum. You join the athletic club now, and donate $500...highly unlikely you'll get either of the 2 best sections. Politics...

Jeremy

A lot of universities work that way, mine included.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Thats absurd.

It doesn't bother me. It's what keeps all athletics going. Our athletic department is 100% self sufficient.

Also, 80% of the donation can be wrote-off.

Jeremy

[onebadmollafolla]

Vanderbilt just got SCREWED on a no pass interference call. Wow...

Sent from my Galaxy S III using Tapatalk.

[IPD]

i tend to play by the hourly-rate. if it costs me more per hour than i make per hour---then i don't indulge. since it doesn't cost to tail-gate (apart from perhaps parking), then you're talking about a 3-hour game max. if i paid $300 per ticket for that game, then by my rule of thumb, i'd have to be making ~$200,000 per year to justify that ($300/3 hours * 2000 working hours).

of course the athletic departments are self-sufficient. they fawking better be with the prices they charge.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

i tend to play by the hourly-rate. if it costs me more per hour than i make per hour---then i don't indulge. since it doesn't cost to tail-gate (apart from perhaps parking), then you're talking about a 3-hour game max. if i paid $300 per ticket for that game, then by my rule of thumb, i'd have to be making ~$200,000 per year to justify that ($300/3 hours * 2000 working hours).

of course the athletic departments are self-sufficient. they fawking better be with the prices they charge.

How much money have you dumped into your car? How fast is it currently? How good does it look? What's it realistically worth vs. what you've spent? Right, don't lecture me about MY hobby. ;)

Jeremy

[IPD]

i figured i'd hit a nerve with that one. :)

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Not at all; don't flatter yourself. Just correlating apples to apples. I figured you'd have no response. :)

Jeremy

[IPD]

Not at all; don't flatter yourself. Just correlating apples to apples. I figured you'd have no response. :)

Jeremy

i thought about a lengthy reply, but i didn't want to derail the thread any further. i do know that after the money is in the car, the car will still run for quite some time; but the game is only anecdotes i could share over a beer. more than that though, there's a part of my inner capitalist that has an ideological problem with the state of collegiate scholarship sports in general--but football in particular.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

You don't care about football, so take your bullshit elsewhere. This is not a philosophical thread. GTFO.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

How much money have you dumped into your car? How fast is it currently? How good does it look? What's it realistically worth vs. what you've spent? Right, don't lecture me about MY hobby. ;)

Jeremy

lol, who cares what he thinks?

ATT picked up the Longhorn Network!!!! I already scheduled my installation appointment :D I'll have it on the 10th, but in the mean time, I know plenty of people with U-verse.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I'm out; on my way to Morgantown! Let's go.....MOUNTAINEERS!

Jeremy

[Vantage]

30 more minutes, LETS GO BLUE!

[stealthee]

Geno Smith was on fire today. Shawn Alston looked like a beast.

In other news sPitt lost to Youngstown State and Michigan is overrated.

[Vantage]

In other news sPitt lost to Youngstown State and Michigan is overrated.

I think that's yet to be seen. They aren't playing very well but Alabama put similar beatings on everyone they played last year except the 1st game against LSU. It's not like this beating is a surprise.


Edit for grammar.

[Mikes2nd]

30 more minutes, LETS GO BLUE!

Rofl did you eat your cereal? Talk about over rated...

[stealthee]

I think that's yet to be seen. They aren't playing very well but Alabama put similar beatings on everyone they played last year except the 1st game against LSU. It's not like this beating is a surprise.


Edit for grammar.

What did UM do to deserve a #8 preseason ranking? If they had come in ranked #20 then nothing would have been said.

[AdamVR4]

Ash looked good, especially for a true soph... He under threw both of his deep attempts, but looked sharp in the short passing game... 20/27 for 156 with a TD

Both Brown and Bergeron ran for over 100 yards, averaging 7.5 and 7.3 per carry, respectively. We ran outside at will but struggled some inside.

The middle of our defense was exploited early in the game. Hopefully it was just miscommunication between our new safety and two new linebackers.

Our special teams were absolutely dirty other than our kicker. We left 7 points on the field missing a PAT and 2 easy field goals. Our Penn State transfer kicker can't get healthy soon enough.

All in all I like what I saw. It will be interesting to see how Wyoming does the rest of the year.

[stealthee]

ESPN boards are full of trolls. I almost wish you couldn't even comment on things there. FSU trolls there saying OMG WVU chickened out of our game, we would smoke them. Marshall hung 500 yards on you, you suck, etc.

It's just like seriously? You obviously no nothing of why WVU will not be playing FSU and WVU still crushed Marshall with a brand new defense. Really who cares what the defense does when the offense hangs 10 TD's up.

[onebadmollafolla]

http://imgur.com/yZSLn.jpg

[HilbillyHomeboy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmmnRS1tVrk

[BigTyla]

http://imgur.com/yZSLn.jpg

Oddly enough, many Auburn fans call him Uncle Rico or just "The 'Stache."

[onebadmollafolla]

Oddly enough, many Auburn fans call him Uncle Rico or just "The 'Stache."

Figured he'd be better suited as an offensive coordinator. Used to be able to throw a pig skin a quarter mile. :D

[onebadmollafolla]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmmnRS1tVrk

Reminds me of this...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eBrb00pdGw

[HilbillyHomeboy]

^Classic. Muffed punts are dead balls, so the Kent State guy didn't cost his team any points. He's lucky. :D

Jeremy

[Alan92RTTT]

What did UM do to deserve a #8 preseason ranking? If they had come in ranked #20 then nothing would have been said.

20 would have been low.

We finished last year in 13th according to the BCS and won our bowl.

AP had us 9th in their final poll of the year.

I expected the loss to Alabama. Once I heard our main running back was out of the came I knew our offence would be a mess. The D did what they could but that went pretty much as I had expected.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I didn't understand why they didn't run Denard more. I lost interest in the game at halftime and turned the channel.

Jeremy

[stealthee]

Because everytime he runs he gets hurt.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Yeah, but he's just not a pocket passer. They won games last year by keeping the defense honest. Run D Rob to set up the pass. If they stick with what they did Saturday, it's going to be a long year for Michigan. Of course getting Toussaint back will help a lot.

Jeremy

[Alan92RTTT]

Having Tousaunt(SP) out was a huge loss to the offence and that left our QB as the only credible running threat. Without a second running threat the D just focuses on Denard and he gets no place. IMO his passing is way improved over last year. I read some place that we were one of the few teams to post over 200 years of O vs Alabama's D.

[Mikes2nd]

alabama was in sleep mode after it was 21-0 in the first... I laughed when Saban was like "it was good to get our second and third string guys some game time"...

Denard has more injuries than a old folks home on go outside day. He would have died if he tried to run against alabama. Poor little fella.

Seriously Michigan is going to have a rough year but at least that had an excuse :) they had one or two guys suspended...

[AdamVR4]

at least aggie is winning the billboard battle?


First this one, in Pflugerville (just North East of Austin), where a&m has landed 0 recruits in the last 10 years while Texas has something like 8.
http://cdn3.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1155392/f4jHq.jpg

Now this...
http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/1334230/Aggie_Billboard.jpg

I hope aggie goes 6-6 this year because it is embarrassing for the B12 if they crater... But I really think they might crater.

[Alan92RTTT]

blah blah blah

So we lost to Alabama. Every one with 1/2 a clue expected it. We at least started the season off with a game that was a challenge. I'm sure your real proud that your team beat Toledo...

[Mikes2nd]

well stop making excuses then like you would have won, OSU would have lost also.

It was Miami that we crushed.. I believe your old coach beat Toledo.

[Alan92RTTT]

Toledo.. Miami. same diff mac schools


Excuses for the loss... No.

Possible reasons we only scored 14 point at best.

[BigTyla]

LOL at those billboards. Did they really put that up in Gainsville?

[AdamVR4]

LOL at those billboards. Did they really put that up in Gainsville?

The sign is very much real, but it might be retaliation from longhorn internets over the first sign. A&M is officially claiming they had nothing to do with it, which I believe given the lack of logos. So it was either a vigilante aggie or someone else...

I saw the aggie sign in pflugerville yesterday (on I-35) and just smiled and shook my head. Kind of suprised it hasn't been 'altered' yet. There was much discussion about buying the Austin Mobility sign in front of it.

[BigTyla]

Ah, that explains it! I thought it was in Gainesville, Florida! I was like "WTF?!".

At least they didn't poison your trees. Still flaming over that "Bama - 1, Trees - 0" sign at Gameday.

[AdamVR4]

Ah, that explains it! I thought it was in Gainesville, Florida! I was like "WTF?!".

At least they didn't poison your trees. Still flaming over that "Bama - 1, Trees - 0" sign at Gameday.

The second sign IS in Gainesville :D

[BigTyla]

The second sign IS in Gainesville :D

Gainesville, FL?

WTF?

[BigTyla]

Word on the street is some posters on ShaggyBevo (read: Texas booster(s)) are claiming responsibility for the sign.

[AdamVR4]

Word on the street is some posters on ShaggyBevo (read: Texas booster(s)) are claiming responsibility for the sign.

Reputable source? Aggies are trying to blame everyone but themselves. If the Gainesville sign is the work of the shag, AWESOME. The aggies deserve it.

Last I heard (some random tweet), some houston based firm with aggie ties was suspected.

[BigTyla]

Reputable source? Aggies are trying to blame everyone but themselves. If the Gainesville sign is the work of the shag, AWESOME. The aggies deserve it.

Last I heard (some random tweet), some houston based firm with aggie ties was suspected.

I would not put a lot of stock into the sources. Seems more like mumbles, so I wouldn't bet on it.

A lot of AU fans wanting TaMu to beat everyone in the SEC (except AU) this year. Seems many AU fans still have a sour taste in their mouth for all other SEC teams after the 2010 fiasco.

[AdamVR4]

I would not put a lot of stock into the sources. Seems more like mumbles, so I wouldn't bet on it.

A lot of AU fans wanting TaMu to beat everyone in the SEC (except AU) this year. Seems many AU fans still have a sour taste in their mouth for all other SEC teams after the 2010 fiasco.

I just want them to be competitive because it hurts our recruiting if they go in there and get stomped.

But they're bringing the air raid to the SEC? With a pro-style O-line recruited under Sherman? And a freshman QB? Tech's air raid vs Ole Miss went well. Oklahoma State vs Ole Miss went well too. Granted, it will be tougher to prepare for the air raid given just a week in the regular season...

Don't they have a new DC too? Trying to bring together a group that was horrific last year? Glad I'm not an aggie fan.

[BigTyla]

Yeah but I think they will come away with a win at Florida. They looked pathetic last week and I don't think they are any good. I don't think they will fare so well against Alabama and LSU though.

[Mikes2nd]

got to admit.. game of the day... Georgia vs Missouri... (one thing i noticed is Georgia players do like to pile on tackles a little late)...

Was funny watching Air Force running all over Michigan, they got lucky.

arkansas.... and wisconson... chokefest...

[DK77]

I was excited after last week but I guess I can never underestimate my favorite teams' abilities to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

[Vantage]

Was funny watching Air Force running all over Michigan, they got lucky.


If they ran all over them, why did they lose? Sound logic ya got there, champ.

[Alan92RTTT]

If you value your sanity don't try and talk about Michigan football with Mikey. He's an OSU fanboi.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

TIL, the entire B10 is turrible. Mike's 2nd is dumb (didn't learn that today) since his offense
Is nothing more than a qb. I seem to remember being lectured about how Pat White's ankles
Were a tackle away from being broke. Soon as you pretenders play a team above the pop warner
Level, you'll be exposed. Michigan State...you're our only hope. /obiwan

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Also, this forced bye week for WVU seems to have been a forced Godsend. Upsets galore. Tyler....what happened?

[HilbillyHomeboy]

One more...USC who? Sorrycuse had them on the ropes for a Hwhile..... I don't necessarily know who wins the next one, but I do know USC is very, very, beatable.

[Goallie11]

Arkansas who? Nebraska who? Wisconsin who? K-state will be moving up in the polls.

[Goallie11]

Wow and OSU lost too.

[onebadmollafolla]

Nebraska's D is going to have to pick it up big time. That was a laughable performance and I hop Bo cracks some skulls. Throw our offensive line in that mix. With that said, congrats to UCLA. I won't knock them as their D came out to play.

[AdamVR4]

Arkansas who? Nebraska who? Wisconsin who? K-state will be moving up in the polls.

Yeah, K-State destroyed a Miami team that looked explosive... Not excited about that match-up.

[Mikes2nd]

hah okay Michigan absolutely stomped AF! hah whatever you guy want to believe... OMG Michigan is definately the #8 team.. rofl

I know they only put 417 yards on Michgian... but wow did you guys stomp them in the dirt! Thats nothing I guess :)

And omg had you had your running back you would have beat Alabama!... Your simply that good.

[BigTyla]

Tyler....what happened?

This happened.

Auburn Tigers vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs - Recap - September 08, 2012 - ESPN (http://espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=322520344)


The Tigers were handcuffed by a passing game that alternated between non-existent and atrocious. Frazier was especially bad in the first half -- completing just 1 of 7 passes for minus-2 yards and two interceptions.

...

Mississippi State outgained Auburn 388-216, and even that wide margin doesn't do the rout justice. The Tigers had just 90 total yards through three quarters, moving the ball only when the Bulldogs had the game well in hand.


No quarterback and poor coaching gives us a legitimate shot of losing to LaMo this week (the team that beat Arkansas). If that happens expect Chizik's seat to get very hot. No excuse for less than 6 wins on a team loaded with talent like this at a perennial top 25 school.

[Alan92RTTT]

hah okay Michigan absolutely stomped AF! hah whatever you guy want to believe... OMG Michigan is definately the #8 team.. rofl

I know they only put 417 yards on Michgian... but wow did you guys stomp them in the dirt! Thats nothing I guess :)

And omg had you had your running back you would have beat Alabama!... Your simply that good.

God you're such an ass. Looks like the pollsters disagree with you We moved up in both polls after the gave VS AF.



I have to say AF's offence was cool to watch. I had trouble keeping track of who had the ball. I lost count of the last second pitches. At times I wondered if they were playing "hot potato" with football.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Those AF guys are tough. They rushed the ball 71 times in that game. That's insane!

Jeremy

[Alan92RTTT]

Have you seen there O? Its fun to watch but I can see it as something that really only works well against a team that is not used to seeing it.

As the game progressed the MI D got better at stopping them. When the game started I thought it was going to be a game of he who scores most wins.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Yeah, I watched most of that game. They run an option offense. They look pretty solid to me; should have a good season.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

No quarterback and poor coaching gives us a legitimate shot of losing to LaMo this week (the team that beat Arkansas). If that happens expect Chizik's seat to get very hot. No excuse for less than 6 wins on a team loaded with talent like this at a perennial top 25 school.

It would be hilarious if ULM got TWO SEC wins. Maybe they'll end up with more SEC wins than A&M...

[BigTyla]

It would be hilarious if ULM got TWO SEC wins. Maybe they'll end up with more SEC wins than A&M...

Ha, I bet A&M wins at least 3 games in the SEC. They played well last week but it seems like they run out of steam in the second half.

[Goallie11]

Ha, I bet A&M wins at least 3 games in the SEC. They played well last week but it seems like they run out of steam in the second half.

You must have never seen them play before... That's what they do.

They were frequently up at half last season before forgetting how to play in the second half.

[BigTyla]

You must have never seen them play before... That's what they do.

They were frequently up at half last season before forgetting how to play in the second half.

That's exactly what I was referencing. They've done this before. It almost seems like a conditioning issue.

[Goallie11]

Oh they most certainly don't run enough at practice.

[AdamVR4]

So I got U-Verse out here as quickly as I could following the announcement that they got the LHN. I haven't been watching non-stop or anything, but I haven't changed the channel. This is glorious.

[BigTyla]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RTorWJAjHbI/UE8x3TlYzkI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/FqVLNXt1tw4/s1600/shoethrow.gif

[AdamVR4]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RTorWJAjHbI/UE8x3TlYzkI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/FqVLNXt1tw4/s1600/shoethrow.gif

Melt down mode, huh? Seems like it's gonna be a long season for ya, Tyla.

[AdamVR4]

I love that Texas has a big enough following that you get shit like this after every game:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GnRcrhpBWk&feature=player_embedded

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I figure most all of the big programs have recaps like that. We have a few dedicated youtubers that put together vids like that. I appreciated seeing that as I didn't get to see any of the UT game. :)

Geno highlight reel from Game 1:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_47VbmsFFlI&feature=plcp

@1:00.... This was a broken play, but he turned it into a 28yd td. With Geno showing he can run,there's officially nothing a defense can sell out on for our offense this year. Run, pass, qb scramble, it's all there. Our D just needs to stay on assignment, especially the corners (looking right at you Pat Miller).

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

I figure most all of the big programs have recaps like that. We have a few dedicated youtubers that put together vids like that. I appreciated seeing that as I didn't get to see any of the UT game. :)

In that case, perhaps it's just a matter of knowing where to look. Ash looked good for the most part. A couple "WTF?" type plays but exactly where we'd hope he would be at this point.

My favorite thing about the LHN is the shows where you get Harsin, Diaz, and Mack each breaking down individual plays. Otherwise it's just non-stop sports coverage, replays of the New Mexico game, replays of classic games, presser coverage... It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up.


Geno highlight reel from Game 1:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_47VbmsFFlI&feature=plcp

@1:00.... This was a broken play, but he turned it into a 28yd td. With Geno showing he can run,there's officially nothing a defense can sell out on for our offense this year. Run, pass, qb scramble, it's all there. Our D just needs to stay on assignment, especially the corners (looking right at you Pat Miller).

Jeremy

Anxious to see the tricks Diaz pulls out against you guys. Relative even to last seasons defense, we've been very vanilla these 1st 2 games.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Anxious to see the tricks Diaz pulls out against you guys. Relative even to last seasons defense, we've been very vanilla these 1st 2 games.

Probably just holding back, given the competition thus far.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Looks like Texas has the B12 game of the week, and it hopefully won't be particularly close...


Week 3 Big 12 Lineup

TCU @ Kansas - 11 a.m. FX

U-La-La @ Okie State - 11 a.m. FSN regional

WVU @ James Madison - 3:30 p.m. Root Sports Regional (mercy rule, imo)

UNT @ K. State - 7 p.m. FSN Regional

New Mexico @ Texas Tech - 6 p.m.

Sam Houston St @ Baylor - 6 p.m.

Western Illinois @ Iowa State - 6 p.m.

Texas @ Ole Miss - 8:15 p.m. ESPN

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I agree, though I want to see some of the TCU v. Kansas game just because it's TCU intro to the B12. Ole Piss leads the SEC in offensive production...granted they haven't played any real competition yet. Bo Wallace is a pretty damn good qb. Y'all better be ready, they're kind of a K-State type team with respect to the qb play :)

If Scott doesn't play for JMU, it's going to be very, very, ugly. I hope he can play; I want their best...FCS or not, no excuses.

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Melt down mode, huh? Seems like it's gonna be a long season for ya, Tyla.

Not really melt-down mode yet. A lot of it is Bammers posing as Auburn fans and posting on AU message boards. There are a few true AU fans calling for his head, but the sane ones understand the current situation and are willing to see the season through before making rash decisions.

If Auburn loses this weekend though, expect chaos.

[AdamVR4]

I agree, though I want to see some of the TCU v. Kansas game just because it's TCU intro to the B12. Ole Piss leads the SEC in offensive production...granted they haven't played any real competition yet. Bo Wallace is a pretty damn good qb. Y'all better be ready, they're kind of a K-State type team with respect to the qb play :)

If Scott doesn't play for JMU, it's going to be very, very, ugly. I hope he can play; I want their best...FCS or not, no excuses.

Jeremy

If you'll recall,


Texas co-offensive coordinator Bryan Harsin talked to Wallace twice on the phone, but the team decided not to offer the dual-threat quarterback a scholarship. Head coach Mack Brown isn’t sure Wallace would have come to Austin, anyhow, seeing his coach at East Mississippi Community College, Hugh Freeze, had just taken the head job in Oxford.

Texas QB David Ash “didn’t really know” about recruitment of Bo Wallace | College Sports Blog (http://collegesportsblog.dallasnews.com/2012/09/texas-qb-david-ash-didnt-really-know-about-recruitment-of-bo-wallace.html/)

So yeah, I've seen enough Bo Wallace film to wish he was in Austin.

I'm confident that our D will give up some points early (the first drive or two) but constrict quickly and then beat Ole Miss up.

[AdamVR4]

This would've been a fun road game...

Live feed of the grove: The University of Mississippi - Campus Live Cams (http://www.olemiss.edu/livecam/union/full.html)


For starters, there are a shitload of Texans here this weekend. Of course, there are just simply a shitload of Texans to begin with, but what we have on our hands right now is a full-fledged invasion. I would say that, of the people I saw out eating and drinking, a solid third of them were in burnt orange and white.

The difference between this bunch, though, and the throngs of LSU, Alabama, and State fans we're more accustomed to seeing in Oxford, is their general amicability. Perhaps they are that impressed by our hospitality and what our little corner of the world has to offer. Perhaps they do understand how a proper guest acts (He doesn't dress like a broke-ass pimp or rattle an antiquated piece of farm equipment welded to a bicycle handle, for example.) and are carrying themselves accordingly. Or perhaps they are just looking forward to all of this as much as we are. Whatever it is, they've been great so far.

Everything from Old Taylor to the Square to the Grove was as packed as I've ever seen any of it. This is certainly on a level approaching, if not matching, the sheer volume of humanity that was present in Oxford for the 2003 LSU game. It is just that wild.

After reading more about this team, I'm anxious to see our secondary get truly tested. I think Bo Wallace and the WR's are legit, but their defense is undersized. Ole Miss may score enough early to make the game interesting...

[HilbillyHomeboy]

And USC goes down, just as I called it last week, lol.

[stealthee]

USC is overrated, Matt Barkley is overrated (just like every other USC QB :cough: Leinhart :cough: Sanchez)

I was on the phone as the game wound down so I couldn't vocally react, but I was cheering inside.

And yeah it was only JMU but WVU put together a solid game today. Geno Smith passed for 411 yards and passed Bulger as the all time passing leader in WVU history and he still has 10 games left this season.

[AdamVR4]

very excited about the way the Texas offense played against Ole Miss. Through 3 games, the offense has run just 5 negative plays. They're staying on schedule and there are SO many weapons now. The defense got gashed a bit, mostly after Hicks (best LB) got injured. Bergeron (RB) and Hicks each suffered shoulder injuries, otherwise it's all smiles from my end... 676 yards of offense the most in several decades at Texas and 66 points, the most since VY hung 70 on Colorado in the '05 B12 Championship.

Ash's current stats:
55/72 (76%), 703 yards (234/game), 7 TD, 0 INT, 2 sacks, 190.5 rating
11 carries, 58 yards. 5.3/carry, 1 TD

Bye week before starting conference play against Okie State.

[Mikes2nd]

You have to play a real team yet... lets not count your nc trophies just yet :)

[AdamVR4]

You have to play a real team yet... lets not count your nc trophies just yet :)

Of course, but I think Ash and the offense will have success against OSU and WVU.

Oh, and you got lucky as F to survive a Cal squad that looks destined for 5-7...

[AdamVR4]

Miami's fan base seems enthusiastic

http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/NwY2gn2WQasm3hCldpqpLQ--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NTt3PTYzMA--/http://media.zenfs.com/en/blogs/sptusncaafexperts/656617525.jpg

[DK77]

Wow there is no way that is at gametime, right? Maybe I'm just spoiled since I haven't ever been to a game that wasn't sold out. Also was interesting to read about the reception of the Texas fans. I have a lot more respect for a program whose fans are respectable (Insert stab at CU Buffaloes fans). All the Texas fans I know personally pretty much decided to like Texas because they are different rather than actual interest in UT athletics. Then again I am a long way away from Texas.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

http://imageshack.us/a/img405/2421/scarymarine.gif

[BigTyla]

Miami's fan base seems enthusiastic

http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/NwY2gn2WQasm3hCldpqpLQ--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NTt3PTYzMA--/http://media.zenfs.com/en/blogs/sptusncaafexperts/656617525.jpg

That's really sad. I'd be embarrased to be a Miami fan after seeing that. Auburn could be winless and still fill a stadium to the brim. Seems like the U has a fair-weather fanbase.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

What's even more said is the fans were there...they just stayed in the parking lot and tailgated. Pathetic.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

That gamey Louisiana Monroe team that took Arkansas and Auburn to OT is hosting Baylor this week.

OU comes off a bye to face K-State. We should learn a ton about both teams in that match-up with conference title implications... Then OU gets their final off week before beginning 9 straight weeks of conference play (and Notre Dame Oct 27th). That would make me nervous if I were a sooner fan...

Maryland looks pretty terrible, so it will be another week before we learn much about WVU (hosting Baylor on Sep 29)

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That gamey Louisiana Monroe team that took Arkansas and Auburn to OT is hosting Baylor this week.

OU comes off a bye to face K-State. We should learn a ton about both teams in that match-up with conference title implications... Then OU gets their final off week before beginning 9 straight weeks of conference play (and Notre Dame Oct 27th). That would make me nervous if I were a sooner fan...

Maryland looks pretty terrible, so it will be another week before we learn much about WVU (hosting Baylor on Sep 29)

Agreed on the OU game streak. That's a brutal run.

Yes, Maryland is turrible, though this game is their superbowl so they'll be giving 210% effort, like always. If they played everyone like they play us, they wouldn't be too bad. I like that we got a noon slate for the Baylor game(noon on FX, nationwide telecast). Can't wait for that game, the atmosphere is going to be beyond electric!

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

That gamey Louisiana Monroe team that took Arkansas and Auburn to OT is hosting Baylor this week.

Baylor will handle them I think. ULM is a good team, but Arkansas is terrible without their starting QB and Auburn is terrible period. We had the game against ULM well in hand and should have ended up ahead by three scores by the end of the third quarter but our team all of a sudden decided to forget how to play, fumbling balls five yards from the endzone and throwing picks to opposing jerseys like we thought they were wearing orange and blue.

All that said, statistics show that we are actually better through the first three games this year than we were last year, with the only uncommon opponent being ULM. I guess not having a decent quarterback has that much of an impact on the team.

[AdamVR4]

Baylor will handle them I think. ULM is a good team, but Arkansas is terrible without their starting QB and Auburn is terrible period. We had the game against ULM well in hand and should have ended up ahead by three scores by the end of the third quarter but our team all of a sudden decided to forget how to play, fumbling balls five yards from the endzone and throwing picks to opposing jerseys like we thought they were wearing orange and blue.

If Baylor handles them it will be because of the film on ULM from the first 2 weeks. I won't be surprised by any outcome because I don't think Baylor comes anywhere near matching their 10 win 2011 season... I see 2 or 3 conference, 5-7 or 6-6 overall.


All that said, statistics show that we are actually better through the first three games this year than we were last year, with the only uncommon opponent being ULM. I guess not having a decent quarterback has that much of an impact on the team.

What happened to Trotter?

*edit* After reading about him, it looks like he wasn't the answer either.

[BigTyla]

What happened to Trotter?

*edit* After reading about him, it looks like he wasn't the answer either.

Trotter played lights out in our bowl game last year, but he's on record as stating that it was hinted to him by Malzahn that Frazier would be the starter next year, so he decided to leave early instead of sitting his senior year on the bench. Of course, Malzhan left soon after, and Trotter would have fit perfectly in the system we have now.

Moseley is a headcase and doesn't have near the arm that Frazier has, especially since his injury in the offseason, but he does have more experience. His lack of mobility is an issue but our OL play has been amazing over the first three games. Frazier has had all the time in the world to throw the ball but he just doesn't trust himself yet. In the first half against ULM it seemed like the lightbulb finally clicked on for him. You could visibly see his head turn as he went through his progressions and he was making strong, accurate throws. After his INT in the third quarter though everything went downhill.

[BigTyla]

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/133394_461191857237570_1929576469_o.jpg

[HilbillyHomeboy]

That pisses me off(that dickhead killed the tree), and warms my heart(that the tree is going out a hero), at the same time.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

thujone is doing a weekly MS Shamepaint... Week 3 -

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[HilbillyHomeboy]

LOL, love the Colorado one. Those poor bastards... :lol:

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Does Chizik really have a square face?

[AdamVR4]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?list=UUsdIr6KBjEDc3GVDgpYk3hw&v=ZMc8divTBvI&feature=player_embedded

[BigTyla]

"Welcome to the SEC. You're going to get beat as much as we do."

LOL.

[AdamVR4]

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w118/vangyjo/newest/allaboard_zps6d664a7c.gif

The dumpster fire that is the SEC is making it look like the aggies could go 8-4.

[AdamVR4]

I watched every snap of the K-State vs OU game... K-State is a very good, physical team, but if OU doesn't play like they're in week 1 (so many pathetic misplays, unforced fumbles, etc), OU wins. Then again, we've seen enough of these sort of let downs from OU the last couple years that we can just refer to this as a Landry.

It won't surprise me if K-State wins the conference at this point.

[BigTyla]

We should have beat LSU.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Hell yes you should've. I was screaming like crazy for Auburn. Can't stand LSU.

Jeremy

[HilbillyHomeboy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhN0OZA3aIs

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I watched every snap of the K-State vs OU game... K-State is a very good, physical team, but if OU doesn't play like they're in week 1 (so many pathetic misplays, unforced fumbles, etc), OU wins. Then again, we've seen enough of these sort of let downs from OU the last couple years that we can just refer to this as a Landry.

It won't surprise me if K-State wins the conference at this point.

http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/1417893/oudonotwant.gif

[AdamVR4]

http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/1417893/oudonotwant.gif

While that play was hilarious to see, and a microcosm of OU's current offensive woes, I couldn't believe the announcers were rambling on and on about how it was a fumble. I knew it would be overturned. It was, and the announcers were shocked.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Yep, it's clearly an incomplete pass. Same idea as the touch pass end around that we do. That's the beauty of that play, it's a pass; not a lot of risk.

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

Yep, it's clearly an incomplete pass. Same idea as the touch pass end around that we do.

That's the play they ran, actually. Texas used the same play for a 60+ yard touchdown against New Mexico... This is what it looks like when it's run incompetently. He was supposed to hit Finch, but the snap was too late, so he threw it at Finch's back.

[BigTyla]

Hell yes you should've. I was screaming like crazy for Auburn. Can't stand LSU.

Jeremy

They played dirty in this game. Had three different plays went our way we would have won.

1) Muffed punt
2) Missed TD at the beginning of the game that should have been an easy catch
3) McCalleb needed a quarter of a step more on the play someone got a finger on his jersey

[AdamVR4]

They played dirty in this game. Had three different plays went our way we would have won.

1) Muffed punt
2) Missed TD at the beginning of the game that should have been an easy catch
3) McCalleb needed a quarter of a step more on the play someone got a finger on his jersey


Did Auburn play up? Is LSU as good as the hype? Do you think anyone else in the SEC will knock them off?

I'm going to go ballistic if we have another Bama vs LSU mnc.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

I like how Stanford had a bye week, WVU wins, yet Stanford jumps us in the AP poll. wat?

Jeremy

[AdamVR4]

I like how Stanford had a bye week, WVU wins, yet Stanford jumps us in the AP poll. wat?

Jeremy

Played down to Maryland... Texas fans, at least, are seeing it as a sign of weakness, and there's a lot more optimism about playing WVU than there was last week. I don't necessarily agree, but I understand it.

[HilbillyHomeboy]

Played down to Maryland... Texas fans, at least, are seeing it as a sign of weakness, and there's a lot more optimism about playing WVU than there was last week. I don't necessarily agree, but I understand it.

We did play down a bit, but this is a big rivalry game, aka Maryland's superbowl. They give 200% effort against us. If they played that hard every game, they wouldn't be half bad.

In the postgame, I heard one of our coaches say Maryland ran an offense unlike what we saw on tape. All in all, our defense adjusted pretty good. The offense was down, Geno's timing and the routes being run were a hair off. We got used to having that power run game, as well, and Alston didn't play.

Bring on Baylor. It's homecoming week, our 1st B12 game, and our 1st ranked opponent. Can't wait.

Jeremy

[BigTyla]

Did Auburn play up? Is LSU as good as the hype? Do you think anyone else in the SEC will knock them off?

I'm going to go ballistic if we have another Bama vs LSU mnc.

Auburn played up big time. It's like lights clicked on for almost everyone on defense at the end of the first quarter all at the same time. I haven't seen Auburn play defense like that since Tuberville left. If we can maintain that type of play on the defensive side we will be scary by the end of the year. Hell, we would be 3-1 if we had that kind of play earlier in the season.

Offense made strides but still subpar. I'm confident the light will eventually come on for Keihl and he'll just go beastmode one game. Hope it's vs Arkansas, and that is believable since their defense is atrocious.

LSU is very good, maybe even better on defense than they were last year. Bama vs LSU will be close but it is in Death Valley this year. LSU's offense is very run heavy and Auburn was able to stop it for the most part. We matched up well against LSU and I had a feeling our game would be much closer than everyone thought, even though their offense had scored 9073250735 points in the first three games. Our defense just has fits against the spread.