OT: Why I came to MgoBlog

133 posts / 0 new
Login or register to post comments
Last post
February 14th, 2012 at 10:32 PM
#1
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348
OT: Why I came to MgoBlog

I thought I would take a couple minutes to explain why I started posting on MgoBlog. Mostly, it was to just see how Michigan fans were reacting to the upcoming game with Bama. My other reason, was to follow recruiting from another view point. I'm a huge recruiting nerd, so I find those things interesting. My Dad went to grad school at Michigan, and he always wanted me to go at some point. I didn't, choosing instead to save my Dad a considerable amount of money, and going to UofA. I've always respected Michigan's program, and you guys have done nothing to refute that thought. And while I don't get into the hockey/softball/and kitten pictures, the site gets a great thumbs up from me. 

I've despised Ohio State since I was a kid, since we went to the 95 citrus bowl between Bama and Ohio State. Their fans were really obnoxious, and these two grown men from Ohio  made fun of my Derrick Thomas Bama shirt. (The most prized possession I own, is a jersey signed by Derrick himself, so he's a big deal to me.) My Dad and Uncle being your typical quick tempered southerners, quickly asked them if they wanted to "Continue the conversation outside the stadium".

I'm actually in Michigan until May right now for work as well, so it's cool to get fully involved in all things Michigan. I'm happy to talk about any questions y'all may have about Alabama, not that I'm an expert, but I'm happy to try. 

Some important notes to know before you classify me as a fan.

-I'm not a fan of over signing

-I love Nick Saban, but I don't approve of the methods in which the SEC uses to succeed 

-Yes, Bear Bryant is God in Alabama

-I graduated from the University of Alabama in 08

-Yes, I understand my fellow Bama fans are eccentric, but at their heart, they really love college football.

 

Thanks for having me, guys. If this is too off topic, please delete it. I just wanted to set the record straight about why I started posting here, because some were commenting on it.

 

Roll Tide.

Top
Tags:

Comment viewing options

Select your preferred way to display the comments and click "Save settings" to activate your changes.
February 14th, 2012 at 10:33 PM | thanks for sharing (Score:1 Normal)
mgomich16
Joined: 04/18/2011
MGoPoints: 122

thanks for sharing

February 15th, 2012 at 1:16 AM | An enemy of my enemy (Score:4 Normal)
MGoSoftball
MGoSoftball's picture
Joined: 10/18/2010
MGoPoints: 2782

is my friend.

From the Red Cedar Message Board:  "God hates us."  Yes He does Lil Bro, yes he does.  Everyone hates you.

February 15th, 2012 at 4:00 AM | Oh really? (Score:-1 Trolling)
February 15th, 2012 at 1:29 PM | Bama is our opponent in the (Score:3 Normal)
jmblue
Joined: 11/07/2008
MGoPoints: 26845

Bama is our opponent in the opener, but they're not the enemy. 

February 15th, 2012 at 9:06 PM | Sorry John (Score:1)
MGoSoftball
MGoSoftball's picture
Joined: 10/18/2010
MGoPoints: 2782

I didnt get the joke either.  An opponent is not an enemy unless it is ohio.

From the Red Cedar Message Board:  "God hates us."  Yes He does Lil Bro, yes he does.  Everyone hates you.

February 15th, 2012 at 10:14 AM | Seconded. Personally, I came (Score:3 Normal)
meals69
meals69's picture
Joined: 07/25/2008
MGoPoints: 1232

Seconded. Personally, I came for the posbangs.

Fuck Urban Meyer!

www.facebook.com/franklin.kaiser

"The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena...."

February 14th, 2012 at 10:38 PM | Great now go away asshole! (Score:5 Normal)
Wolverine Devotee
Wolverine Devotee's picture
Joined: 06/29/2009
MGoPoints: 1916

Great now go away asshole! This is a MICHIGAN board. And take your overfilled recruiting class with ya while you're at it!

 

/s

Always nice to have an outsiders opinion & insight.

 

 

Roy Roundtree will wear the #1 jersey before he leaves Michigan.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:37 PM | I knew it was you when I read (Score:5 Normal)
Mr Miggle
Mr Miggle's picture
Joined: 10/07/2010
MGoPoints: 1048

I knew it was you when I read the thread title. You're already well liked here.

Eating is murder.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:38 PM | Take it from me: no matter (Score:5 Normal)
MaizeAndBlueWahoo
MaizeAndBlueWahoo's picture
Joined: 07/02/2008
MGoPoints: 10308

Take it from me: no matter your original college allegiance, there's always room for two!

Ohio State is the #1 bathroom.  I take poops in the bathroom.

Blogging the Virginia Cavaliers at http://fromoldvirginia.blogspot.com.

February 14th, 2012 at 11:14 PM | There's always room for two. (Score:5 Normal)
Dagger
Joined: 06/18/2010
MGoPoints: 160

That's what she said.

February 15th, 2012 at 3:02 AM | Just noticed your tag line: (Score:3 Normal)
98
Joined: 01/08/2011
MGoPoints: 38

Just noticed your tag line: "ohio state is the #1 bathroom..." i respectfully disagree even my shits are too good for ohio state

February 15th, 2012 at 5:25 AM | http://www.youtube.com/watch? (Score:2 Normal)
Sugaloaf
Sugaloaf's picture
Joined: 08/02/2011
MGoPoints: 136

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFuR56RxlGc

Class of '97.  Missed it by that much.

February 15th, 2012 at 8:39 AM | Holy moses. (Score:2)
lbpeley
Joined: 01/29/2009
MGoPoints: 1158

I forgot about that Neanderthal (apologies to Neanderthals). What in the name of all that is holy would make one a) record oneself doing/saying that and 2) post it on the effing internet. It bottles the effing mind.

It kills me to think people like that have gotten the best of Um for the past decade - fairly or not.

February 15th, 2012 at 2:34 PM | Do you mean (Score:2 Informative)
bjk
Joined: 11/27/2009
MGoPoints: 754

"boggle the mind?"

Oops, now I find this from IMDb's "Memorable quotes [sic.]" from Blades of Glory:

Chazz: Mind-bottling, isn't it?
Jimmy: Did you just say mind-bottling?
Chazz: Yeah, mind-bottling. You know, when things are so crazy it gets your thoughts all trapped, like in a bottle?

At least the Bathroom Buckeye didn't film using a bottle.

February 15th, 2012 at 2:46 PM | Deserves embed: (Score:1)
bjk
Joined: 11/27/2009
MGoPoints: 754

btw: 15 likes, 9 dislikes.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:38 PM | Opposing Fans. (Score:5 Normal)
Indy Wolverine
Indy Wolverine's picture
Joined: 07/28/2010
MGoPoints: 232

How am I suppose to hate logical, well-spoken, and even-tempered fans of the opposition? Damn you RollDamnTide!

Hail! Hail! To Michigan the champions of the west!

February 14th, 2012 at 10:39 PM | Qucik question (Score:3 Normal)
Mrohblue
Mrohblue's picture
Joined: 11/27/2010
MGoPoints: 736

How's Dee Hart doing? What will his role be on the team next year/is he expected to sniff the field?

Carpe the fuck out of this diem

February 14th, 2012 at 10:45 PM | Good question (Score:5 Normal)
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348

I think he'll end up staying. I didn't think that two weeks ago, but I do now. I think the new offense is attractive to him. I really thought he'd end up at Arizona with Jedi Spread, but I think he wants to stay. The word around campus, is that he had a lot of maturing to do, and Saban's intense nature really took a lot for him to adjust to.

Roll Tide.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:38 PM | You've taught me a lot. (Score:1 Normal)
scottmaure
Joined: 01/03/2011
MGoPoints: 78

You've taught me a lot. Thanks for your insight

February 14th, 2012 at 10:39 PM | How will you react when (Score:5 Normal)
aaronwils123
Joined: 10/28/2011
MGoPoints: 13

How will you react when Michigan beats Alabama in approximately seven months?

What the Dileo?

February 14th, 2012 at 10:46 PM | Drink, heavily (Score:5 Normal)
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348

.....

Roll Tide.

February 14th, 2012 at 11:16 PM | To be honest.... (Score:3 Normal)
amphibious1
amphibious1's picture
Joined: 09/02/2009
MGoPoints: 1988

To be honest, I'm going to do that no matter who wins. I'm from Pensacola, FL where if it isn't Alabama or FSU it's foreign.

Florida Wolverines have dreadlocks...

February 14th, 2012 at 10:39 PM | SEC football (Score:3 Normal)
PeteM
PeteM's picture
Joined: 09/15/2008
MGoPoints: 82

I'm a lifelong Michigan fan and season ticket holder.  I attended the Orange Bowl in 2000 and sat amongst some very cool (and pretty drunk) 'Bama fans.  I've been to one SEC home game -- LSU v. Western Kentucky this season.  Despite being a lesser game on LSU's schedule it was a lot of fun.

For a midwestern fan of college football, what stadiums/matchups would you recommend checking out?  I've heard that the Grove at 'Ole Miss is a sight to behold.

Pete

February 14th, 2012 at 11:00 PM |  the 2000 Orange bowl was an (Score:1)
Wolverman
Wolverman's picture
Joined: 01/21/2011
MGoPoints: 467

 the 2000 Orange bowl was an awesome game! I remember the announcers brought up the fact That Michigan was Shawn Alexanders second school of choice and that got me intersted in recruiting.

 I just found out today i won't be attending the Michigan vs. Alabama game in Jerry world. I was going to be attending a class at Abbott Laboratories in Dallas but my work cancelled the class. Looks like i'll be watching it on T.V! . RDT when dealing with bama fans you are the exception to the rule. I hope you guys lose a close game in week 1 , but make no mistake I want to win that game more than ANY game on the scedule next year. 

 If you are ever out in Arizona , Arizona state is a fun gameday atmosphere. The girls out here are unbelieveable. If the heat doesn't bother you then you can also enjoy a game of football and near naked hot college girls runnign around drunk.

February 14th, 2012 at 11:02 PM | Can someone embed this? (Score:3 Normal)
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8Nj3WS-IsA

 

This is the happiest place and moment on Earth for me. 

Roll Tide.

February 15th, 2012 at 1:42 AM | Yeah, thats bad ass right (Score:1)
Matthew
Matthew's picture
Joined: 04/27/2010
MGoPoints: 561

Yeah, thats bad ass right there.  Whenever I hear "Sweet Home Alabama", I sing it in my head like that.  

Me and my buddy took a roadtrip down South this summer just to see a different part of the country.  Went to UGA( the girls...damn!), Auburn (sorry man), and LSU.  When we crossed over into Alabama from Georgia, we blasted "Sweet Home Alabama" and shortly after I ate Sonic for only the 3rd time in my life.  Good times!

February 15th, 2012 at 2:41 PM | Here goes: (Score:1)
bjk
Joined: 11/27/2009
MGoPoints: 754

February 14th, 2012 at 11:00 PM | GREAT question (Score:2)
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348

As much as I despise Tennesee, that is a great environment for a football game. The Alabama Auburn game is an amazing scene, that every college football fan should see before they die.

Roll Tide.

February 15th, 2012 at 12:35 AM | I've been to a couple UT-Bama (Score:1)
mgowin
Joined: 03/03/2009
MGoPoints: 2215

I've been to a couple UT-Bama games at Neyland, and it is undoubtedly the second best environment for a college football game that I've witnessed in person. (I'm sure you don't have to guess at the my first choice...) Stick around after the game in September, I really enjoy an even-keeled outsiders perspective. Maybe you will eventually achieve Irish stature around here.

February 15th, 2012 at 1:39 AM | Ole Miss Football N Grove... (Score:1)
burtcomma
burtcomma's picture
Joined: 11/01/2009
MGoPoints: 2234

81 Michigan graduate here, and have been down to Ole Miss to see a number of games as my mom and extended family live close to Oxford, MS.  Definitely a different atmosphere from Michigan, but unique and interesting in its own way.  Lots of the college age guys are dressed in tie and jacket,  and many of the college age women dress up as well.  Gotta go down to the Grove before the game to here the band play Dixie, and then hear them all chant "The South shall rise again!"   People are very friendly, and you can bet you will get food and drink offered to you even if you are a Yankee like me!

Something not to miss if you ever get the chance......Sort of like the exact opposite of Columbus.....

 

 

 

February 14th, 2012 at 10:40 PM | Derrick Thomas... (Score:2)
Naked Bootlegger
Naked Bootlegger's picture
Joined: 01/28/2011
MGoPoints: 625

....was a beast.   One of the all-time best (collegiate and pro).   Hang on to that jersey for the long term (as an added bonus, you can search this site for shirt/jersey care tips that will ensure the long-term health of your jersey.  Seriously.).

 

February 14th, 2012 at 10:40 PM | I appreciate the input you (Score:4 Funny)
JDVan
Joined: 04/07/2010
MGoPoints: 310

I appreciate the input you have been providing to the MGBoard and hope for your continued input; however, tread lightly on my kittens...

February 14th, 2012 at 10:41 PM | Attempting to get a jump on (Score:2 Normal)
SchrodingersCat
SchrodingersCat's picture
Joined: 08/18/2010
MGoPoints: 516

Attempting to get a jump on an Mgoprofile by Six Zero?

You'll have to be around a while longer before people start clamoring for that, but I wanted to stop and say welcome. Your humor has certainly been welcome and appreciated around here. Start posting as much original content as you can and people will be clamoring to get to know you better.

Stick around, this place gets crazy the week before the season starts... You will undoubtably be in the crosshairs for that week :-D Cheers!

Science is the belief in the ignorance of experts - Richard Feynman

February 14th, 2012 at 10:49 PM | Since I just thought about it (Score:3 Normal)
justingoblue
justingoblue's picture
Joined: 11/16/2010
MGoPoints: 8065

Since I just thought about it due to your post, I nominate ZoneLeft for the next profile. I think he'd be an interesting one.

Home delivered, gourmet food in A2. Prepared by justingoblue's aunt.

http://www.juicykitchen-a2.com/

 

February 14th, 2012 at 10:56 PM | I'll second that and move to (Score:5 Normal)
SchrodingersCat
SchrodingersCat's picture
Joined: 08/18/2010
MGoPoints: 516

I'll second that and move to debate.

Science is the belief in the ignorance of experts - Richard Feynman

February 15th, 2012 at 4:18 AM | I nominate Larsonlo/SpaceCowboy (Score:2 Normal)
SanDiegoWolverine
SanDiegoWolverine's picture
Joined: 02/03/2009
MGoPoints: 1145

although I think ZoneLeft would be a good one too.

T

February 14th, 2012 at 10:41 PM | I think you provide a pretty (Score:5 Normal)
BostonWolverine
BostonWolverine's picture
Joined: 11/13/2008
MGoPoints: 2096

I think you provide a pretty outstanding point of view. Since you've joined, your posts have been interesting, occasionally funny, and well thought-out.

It's great to get a rational non-homer viewpoint from someone with other allegiances. You'll find there are several quality posters around here who are fans of ND, MSU or OSU - as well as a couple others. Irish has/had his moments, WatersDemos is always a good read, and there are others I can't come up with off the top of my head.

Just the same, welcome. It's good to have you here.

February 15th, 2012 at 2:07 AM | Don't forget (Score:4 Normal)
Philip A. Duey
Philip A. Duey's picture
Joined: 08/11/2011
MGoPoints: 227

RationalMSUFan

At hostes, pol, perniciter eant εις κοράκας

February 14th, 2012 at 10:45 PM | I think you bring a lot to the blog. (Score:5 Normal)
85Lee
Joined: 12/07/2011
MGoPoints: 31

I hope you continue posting after you go back to bama and the game is over.  Its good to here opinions from an unbiased opinion on your team.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:46 PM | Ricky? (Score:3 Normal)
99bobcats
99bobcats's picture
Joined: 08/20/2008
MGoPoints: 447

Are you the Ricky guy from the YouTube?

February 14th, 2012 at 10:47 PM | I can assure you (Score:4 Normal)
Hokemania
Hokemania's picture
Joined: 03/11/2011
MGoPoints: 1755

the blog is much more focused during football season. There's definitely a palpable lack of purpose and a sense of anxiousness during the offseason.

Whatcha gonna do, little brother?

February 14th, 2012 at 10:47 PM | One things for certain, (Score:3 Insightful)
Lionsfan
Lionsfan's picture
Joined: 06/03/2011
MGoPoints: 1977

One things for certain, you're making it hard to say that all Bama fans are ignorant crazy buffons

If you're doing nothing, how do you know when you're finished?

StraightDave owes me a steak dinner: http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/ot-stefon-diggs-md#comment-1476908

February 14th, 2012 at 10:49 PM | Thanks everyone (Score:5 Normal)
RollDamnTide
RollDamnTide's picture
Joined: 02/03/2012
MGoPoints: 348

Happy that I haven't embarrassed my kin, haha.

Roll Tide.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:51 PM | Ohio State fans acting like (Score:5 Normal)
UMgradMSUdad
UMgradMSUdad's picture
Joined: 07/02/2011
MGoPoints: 762

Ohio State fans acting like assholes...your story sounds like dozens of others I have heard through the years.  Here's a whole thread of such stories, starting with a link to Brian's narrative about drunken OSU fans attacking his friends, including a Peace Corp volunteer and a guy with cerebral palsy.

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/brians-buckeye-experience

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/you-might-be-mgoblogger-if

February 15th, 2012 at 10:34 AM | There is a bunch of evidence to support this (Score:1)
ihatSECfans
ihatSECfans's picture
Joined: 02/03/2011
MGoPoints: 99

The only fans I have heard universally called annoying and angry and drunk and just plain cruel are Ohio State and West Virginia fans. 

"It was open," Toussaint said. "I can't compare this hole to any other holes because I can't remember that but it was a huge hole."

February 14th, 2012 at 10:51 PM | So long as you're against (Score:3 Normal)
mejunglechop
mejunglechop's picture
Joined: 07/09/2008
MGoPoints: 6262

So long as you're against oversigning you'll be alright by us!

Galileo was also chastised.

February 14th, 2012 at 10:52 PM | I've always liked 'bama the (Score:3 Normal)
Lupe Fiasco
Lupe Fiasco's picture
Joined: 04/20/2010
MGoPoints: 811

I've always liked 'bama the most out of the SEC schools. Now, Sabans made that really hard recently but I love the uniforms and history of the program. Glad to have your here,

Twitter

 

February 14th, 2012 at 11:06 PM | I think Saban actually moved (Score:1)
RickH
RickH's picture
Joined: 11/01/2009
MGoPoints: 885

I think Saban actually moved down Alabama on my "List of Schools Who I Hate Because They're Not Michigan" (that being a good thing for the Tide).  He's such an asshole but in the end he's the hardest worker out there and just wants to win.  He also is a defensive mastermind and his teams are the best in the country by playing tough, physical, and fundamental football.

February 14th, 2012 at 11:22 PM | I actually think Saban is a (Score:1)
death by wolverine
Joined: 09/24/2009
MGoPoints: 394

I actually think Saban is a little over-rated. Yes I know he won three NC, but he has had the pick of the litter at LSU and Bama.Why didn't he win big in the pros? Why didn't he win big at MSU?

"im saying to myself should i do it should i not. I crossed the goaline and hey...fuck it" Desmond Howard on his Heisman pose

February 14th, 2012 at 11:46 PM | He didn't win big at MSU (Score:4 Normal)
brandanomano
brandanomano's picture
Joined: 09/05/2009
MGoPoints: 3995

He didn't win big at MSU because he realized it was basically a zoo, except for the animals weren't caged in, and he got the hell out of there.

Special Teams means special times!

Theme provided by Roopletheme; sidebars adapted from Chris Murphy.