Lets hear it for Coach Rodriguez!
Alright, so I knew I loved the Rodriguez hire when it was made, and I've been a supporter all along, and now that support is bearing fruit. I mean, really, it's been 5 weeks since we heard anything about a hot seat, and for good measure. I think we'll beat state, but even playing them respectably close should be enough to keep things quiet for now, since it seems like state is pretty good this year.
But I was just reading an article by Andy Staples (as linked in mgo.lico.us), and there were some figures I guess I hadn't realized.
The first time a QB passed for 2000 and rushed for 1000 yards in a season? Rodriguez. Pass for 300 and rush for 100 in a game? Rodriguez? And a million other stats that Pat White and now Denard have set since? All Rodriguez.
I don't know, I guess I knew most of this, but seeing all the stats in one spot, I was suddenly just struck by the idea that we hired a freaking evil genius to run our football team. You have no chance, Mr. Bond. Our schemes and techniques are far too advanced. MUHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Really, lets just hear it for our evil mastermind. I can see him sitting in a pseudo-futuristic alcove now, gently stroking a Persian cat, watching video of some as yet undiscovered HS Sophomore QB, performing cold, concise mental calculations about how he can turn that kid into the first 4000 - 3000 performer.
October 7th, 2010 at 9:26 AM ^
I hope this doesn't sound too sappy.
I was one of the people who didn't like the hire of Coach Rod. I am old school and I like the pro-style offense but was unhappy with the conservative play calling of Coach Carr. I thought the spread was a gimmick because I didn't know better. Also, I was worried about the man who would turn his back on his school. But I was taught that you always support your school and remain loyal. Even though, the last 2 years were tough, I still supported coach.
It was through this board that I realized alot of things. I want to say that I am happy that I was wrong, especially wrong about the man. I was floored by the story of him in the hospital and Brock's story. Also, I have never been so excited about a Michigan offense and even if we lose, I still think he should get another year.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:55 AM ^
We have a convert here people.
October 7th, 2010 at 9:40 AM ^
During the search, I wrote the pre-expose version of Jim Carty and suggested RR. He wrote back that it would never happen. I've had respect for him all along. I think the "hot seat" is very close to being officially non-existent at this point. For the most part, a coach with the track record of RR has to be allowed to have his own seniors on his team before a "hot seat" should even be deemed possible.
Hopefully, it is all moot by the end of the season.
October 7th, 2010 at 9:47 AM ^
Hip hip...hip hip...hip hip...
October 7th, 2010 at 11:48 AM ^
HOORAY!
October 7th, 2010 at 9:57 AM ^
I've been a supporter of RR from day one. It was a tough couple of seasons, but it's turning around. It looks as though we'll make the 8 win season this year that I expected, plus he's brought out the talent that Denard possesses. He seemed much more at ease the beginning of this season, even after the media colonoscopy he received.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:01 AM ^
Isn't this the exact same start he had last year (except the FCS game was pre-conference this year instead of late in the B10 season last year)? Call me when he beats some Big Ten teams not named Indiana.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:42 AM ^
a top 10 offense to last years middle of the pack offense.
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<br>Call me when you fall off your wall. I know youre a sparty fan and when your team falls this weekend you know where to find me
October 7th, 2010 at 10:15 AM ^
It's unfortunate that we had so much turnover in the secondary. If not, we would be a top 10 team and a legitimate Big Ten and BCS contender.
I also believe that if Mallet would have stayed, RR would be smart enough to not call all kinds of QB draws but would throw the ball all over the yard. Look at what he's doing at Arkansas. I think our offense would have looked the same way.
I think that once this NCAA inquiry is officially over, we will all be able to breath a sigh of relief about his job stability.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:28 AM ^
like many of his brethren, is suffering from that malady known as fear. Buckeyes fear what the future holds... and they should.
The Dinosaurs had a great run, but thanks to an asteroid, their run ended. The Buckeyes have had a great run as well, but just like the Dinosaurs which they imitate... that run is coming to an end. This time it won't be because of an asteroid, but because of a force of nature known as Denard Robinson.
You see Buckeye... Denard's influence extends beyond the playing field. He is producing excitement throughout the fabric of College Football. Michigan may not be back, but the perception is that it's well on it's way. This is starting to resonate with those 4 and 5 star recruits that you speak of.
This season may not produce a Championship for Michigan. It may not even produce a win over Ohio State. However, it's laying the foundation for the renaissance of Michigan football.
Last year at the game, there were Buckeyes holding up signs that said something like.. "We love that you are the coach Rich Rod" "Don't go anywhere Rich Rod". Buckeye nation is going to live to regret those sentiments.
Buckeyes like Spartans, are whistling past the grave yard.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:43 AM ^
These last two years have humbled us as a spoiled fanbase. It has strengthened my love of this school, and every win means that much more.
Opposing fans want this regime to fail at all costs because they are scared. Their day is coming. Napalm in cleats.
October 7th, 2010 at 10:54 AM ^
we have to beat state, it wont matter if it's close. The critics will start to open their mouth very wide if Michigan loses saturday.
October 7th, 2010 at 11:55 AM ^
has done thus far, however, I still think that these next couple of games have huge implications for the rest of the season and our recruiting for that matter. If we come out on top against State that puts us at 6-0 with a good shot at beating Iowa at home, giving us two quality wins back to back. GO BLUE!!
October 7th, 2010 at 12:03 PM ^
The fact that you are okay with us losing to state as long as we keep it respectably close, just so we don't hear anything about RR's job security is beyond sad. You are more concerned with RR's national image and us keeping him as a coach than how Michigan actually performs as a team. I don't know about you, but there's no way I'm going to be happy this weekend unless we beat State. Losing to them 3 years in a row is terrible, and I don't much feel like sitting around listening to all of those arrogant State jerks talking about how they own the state after beating us 3 years in a row, despite the fact that they had a losing season last year including their bowl game and two of those wins against us were against 2 of the worst Michigan teams in our history.
Let me be clear, though, in saying that I support RR as well. I know that people on this site are extremely touchy when it comes to RR. Despite the fact that he's just our coach and not our program. I see our program absolutely needing to keep him around if we don't want to fade into obscurity for the next decade. The point I am just trying to make is let's be a little bit more concerned about our team and their performance rather than having to hear about RR's job security from the media.
October 7th, 2010 at 3:39 PM ^
Yea, that just happened! I'm gonna pour two tall, frosty glasses of beer: one for me, and one for RichRod as a toast to his genius. However, if he doesn't show up in an hour, I'm drinking them both.
October 7th, 2010 at 3:57 PM ^
And one for my homies.