11/8/75 UM v Purdue. Went with my Scout Troop. Jim Smith went crazy and became my new football hero. This is the game that began the 100,000+ attendance streak which is still running.
I do agree. Curve flattening makes sense to me (i.e. let's not swamp the hospitals). Trying, at all costs, to prevent any fatalities does not (yes, this is Cuomo's stated goal).
I am looking for some sign of cost:benefit thinking in the politicians' decision-making. Somewhat along the lines of what presently occurs with the flu in the US. Apparently, the benefit of a robust US economy is worth the cost of ~35K lives lost to the flu each year. We could greatly reduce the spread of the flu if we all stayed 6' away from each other - or didn't go in to work. But, we've decided it isn't worth the "cost".
Bringing the global economy to a abrupt, grinding halt, to me, seems politically purposeful.
Long-term season ticket holder for UM football and Indianapolis Colts. When there is a conflict (e.g. UM night game - 1:00 pm Colts kickoff) - the Colts tickets get sold.
Much less now. Used to check during the day numerous times on the app. Now maybe once a day - if that. Please bring back an app. I would be happy to pay.
Too much exaggeration, overreaction and hyperbole from Brent. It was too much work to sort through his emotions just to watch the game. HIs level of excitement often seemed out of tune and calibration.
I like the comparisions to Ernie and Keith - simple, descriptive storytellers. I loved those guys.
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. I lost my wife to the same terrible disease - two young children lost their mother.
I cannot say anything to help. But, I do want you to know that 10 years later - the children are grown, happy and healthy.
May you find a source of strength, the kids were mine. They will need you and you will need them. Your wife's spirit will follow wherever any of you go. Family will love and friends will support. You will find happiness and love in new places.
Mid-fifties male. Grew up caring, a lot, about my teams and heroes.
UM football - Increased. I used to take ass-kicking excellence for granted. I've now been taught a diffcult 9-year lesson. I am more grateful than I used to be.
Lions - Wore out my patience. There is no excuse for 60 years of consistent futility. It is not possible for me to care less.
Tigers - Soul-less. Writing big checks to underachieving players sucked the life out of my fandom. I still check the boxscore - but mostly to track Cabrera or Verlander.
MLB in general? Still a devoted fan. But that would change the moment cheaters are allowed in their Hall of Fame. Bonds and Rose are my litmus test. I am my own judge and jury.
NFL? Same as NBA. Not sure these guys actually always try with everything they have. Half don't seem to give a shit. The paycheck is the same - win or lose.
Others - Interesting societal changes. Remember when everyone (even non-sports fans) could name 1) the winner of the Indianapolis 500, 2) the heavywieght champion of the world, 3) the Kentucky Derby? Heroes like Foyt, Ali and Secretariat are gone.
I’m a middle-aged Dad – UM Alumnus – 1984 School of Public Health. Son and Grandson of UM EE graduates. Raised successfully to hate MSU and OSU and to expect to always be on the favorable side of the scoreboard and the discussion regarding college football, academics and figuring out what is “right”. Like my fathers, I raised my son to do the same. He’s a graduate student at Purdue – and asked me today. “Is today like it used to be?”. I said – “yes, yes it is”. Today UM was a winner – just like they used to be. Harbaugh? Hackett? Thank you – you’ve made it much easier for my Son to understand why he loves UM, UM football and as Brian has said, why our “snowflake” is so special. Thank you all.
I probably missed this somewhere along the line, but has Peppers' 2014 injury been explained? I do not remember seeing anything more specific than "leg" or "lower body".
Seems odd that an injury significant enough to ruin his 2014 isn't part of the discussion when looking forward to 2015.
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Kareem Walker - Scout 5-Star. I know, forgettable.
11/8/75 UM v Purdue. Went with my Scout Troop. Jim Smith went crazy and became my new football hero. This is the game that began the 100,000+ attendance streak which is still running.
I do agree. Curve flattening makes sense to me (i.e. let's not swamp the hospitals). Trying, at all costs, to prevent any fatalities does not (yes, this is Cuomo's stated goal).
I am looking for some sign of cost:benefit thinking in the politicians' decision-making. Somewhat along the lines of what presently occurs with the flu in the US. Apparently, the benefit of a robust US economy is worth the cost of ~35K lives lost to the flu each year. We could greatly reduce the spread of the flu if we all stayed 6' away from each other - or didn't go in to work. But, we've decided it isn't worth the "cost".
Bringing the global economy to a abrupt, grinding halt, to me, seems politically purposeful.
Long-term season ticket holder for UM football and Indianapolis Colts. When there is a conflict (e.g. UM night game - 1:00 pm Colts kickoff) - the Colts tickets get sold.
Much less now. Used to check during the day numerous times on the app. Now maybe once a day - if that. Please bring back an app. I would be happy to pay.
Count me in.
Too much exaggeration, overreaction and hyperbole from Brent. It was too much work to sort through his emotions just to watch the game. HIs level of excitement often seemed out of tune and calibration.
I like the comparisions to Ernie and Keith - simple, descriptive storytellers. I loved those guys.
I cannot say anything to help. But, I do want you to know that 10 years later - the children are grown, happy and healthy.
May you find a source of strength, the kids were mine. They will need you and you will need them. Your wife's spirit will follow wherever any of you go. Family will love and friends will support. You will find happiness and love in new places.
May God bless all of you.
....for little brother. Should make him feel better about not attending (any, whatsoever) bowl game.
Mid-fifties male. Grew up caring, a lot, about my teams and heroes.
UM football - Increased. I used to take ass-kicking excellence for granted. I've now been taught a diffcult 9-year lesson. I am more grateful than I used to be.
Lions - Wore out my patience. There is no excuse for 60 years of consistent futility. It is not possible for me to care less.
Tigers - Soul-less. Writing big checks to underachieving players sucked the life out of my fandom. I still check the boxscore - but mostly to track Cabrera or Verlander.
MLB in general? Still a devoted fan. But that would change the moment cheaters are allowed in their Hall of Fame. Bonds and Rose are my litmus test. I am my own judge and jury.
NFL? Same as NBA. Not sure these guys actually always try with everything they have. Half don't seem to give a shit. The paycheck is the same - win or lose.
Others - Interesting societal changes. Remember when everyone (even non-sports fans) could name 1) the winner of the Indianapolis 500, 2) the heavywieght champion of the world, 3) the Kentucky Derby? Heroes like Foyt, Ali and Secretariat are gone.
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This may make me too old - upright, single cut back. Loved this guy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SJvWpeVcxY
See: https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2016/Q2/purdue-plans-fifth-str…
Raised two kids here in Indiana to be UM fans - they both wanted to go to school in Ann Arbor.
I told them I'd pay for their in-state Purdue education....and a subscription BTN. They both took the deal
I’m a middle-aged Dad – UM Alumnus – 1984 School of Public Health. Son and Grandson of UM EE graduates. Raised successfully to hate MSU and OSU and to expect to always be on the favorable side of the scoreboard and the discussion regarding college football, academics and figuring out what is “right”. Like my fathers, I raised my son to do the same. He’s a graduate student at Purdue – and asked me today. “Is today like it used to be?”. I said – “yes, yes it is”. Today UM was a winner – just like they used to be. Harbaugh? Hackett? Thank you – you’ve made it much easier for my Son to understand why he loves UM, UM football and as Brian has said, why our “snowflake” is so special. Thank you all.
17-3 Blue
Toss AD in the mix and no one comes close to Hackett, Harbaugh and Beilein. There's not been one bad day since Hackett was brought in.
I probably missed this somewhere along the line, but has Peppers' 2014 injury been explained? I do not remember seeing anything more specific than "leg" or "lower body".
Seems odd that an injury significant enough to ruin his 2014 isn't part of the discussion when looking forward to 2015.
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Those are Incredible shots of an incredible event! Would appreciate a clean version of the lit version.