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2 years 9 weeks ago	Hysterical!	Hysterical!
2 years 9 weeks ago	Reposted from a thread with no traffic (is that allowed?)...	What they did is wrong according to the rules.  We can ALL debate ethics until the end of time.  But, when rules are set and established by a governing body they are expected to be followed.  There is no way to draw the line: $1 or $1 million, it's all the same.  You can say what you want about the NCAA, but they have an extremely hard job policing ALL sports, regardless of division.  They can only condemn a program or someone in cases where hard evidence has been provided.  Name one case where someone was in trouble with the NCAA and the allegations weren't too far from the truth. "Where there is smoke there is fire."  Needless to say, I am sure there are instances where the NCAA knows there has been wrongdoing but do not have the evidence to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt.  It's kinda like the court of law!  In addition, don't you think they have some of the best lawyers that are guiding their exposure to financial litigation?  Agree with it or not, the NCAA is totally justified in handing the hammer down.   As for Mr. T, this makes me wonder how much was going on with Mo Clarett.  C'mon, the guy did not have an abundant childhood.  But, yet Mr. T didn't notice that his "star" player was driving a vehicle that was obviously out of his parent's spending budget.  And, didn't his Heisman QB get in some trouble about some payments for jobs he never did.  Hhmm, I wonder if that University knew of his "employer"?!  It didn't just start here folks, this guy has been turning his head for years.
2 years 9 weeks ago	Mr. T Knew All Along...	What they did is wrong according to the rules.  We can ALL debate ethics until the end of time.  But, when rules are set and established by a governing body they are expected to be followed.  There is no way to draw the line: $1 or $1 million, it's all the same.  You can say what you want about the NCAA, but they have an extremely hard job policing ALL sports, regardless of division.  They can only condemn a program or someone in cases where hard evidence has been provided.  Name one case where someone was in trouble with the NCAA and the allegations weren't too far from the truth. "Where there is smoke there is fire."  Needless to say, I am sure there are instances where the NCAA knows there has been wrongdoing but do not have the evidence to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt.  It's kinda like the court of law!  In addition, don't you think they have some of the best lawyers that are guiding their exposure to financial litigation?  Agree with it or not, the NCAA is totally justified in handing the hammer down.   As for Mr. T, this makes me wonder how much was going on with Mo Clarett.  C'mon, the guy did not have an abundant childhood.  But, yet Mr. T didn't notice that his "star" player was driving a vehicle that was obviously out of his parent's spending budget.  And, didn't his Heisman QB get in some trouble about some payments for jobs he never did.  Hhmm, I wonder if that University knew of his "employer"?!  It didn't just start here folks, this guy has been turning his head for years.
2 years 17 weeks ago	While I agree with your statement	Uh, I don't think that kid is the back-up anymore.  I am sure Crist will compete for the job, but it isn't necessarily his anymore...
2 years 18 weeks ago	Carr	He beat Tressel how many times?  Out recruited him how often?  Played in more Championships? The list goes on.  It's funny how the fan base basically forced the man into retirement after he was outclassed by App St and beaten very badly by Oregon at home.  THE MASSES SCREAMED the 3 yards and a cloud of dust thing was DEAD!  They wanted things more wide open.  So, out they come in the Gator bowl against Florida and Urban Meyer's wide-open offense and beat them at their own game.  And, off he rode into the sunset.   The Michigan fans wanted something creative, innovative, and high-powered to keep with the new direction of college football.  In came RR, which at time, was probably the most recognized offensive mind at the time.  For some unknown reason, UM fans had a problem with the way he handled his situation at WVU.  They were upset about the thought of a "buyout"...a buyout (reiterated for purpose).  They were mad about Boren, an OSU transfer, proclaiming some mess about "family values."  He went 3-9 in his first season with Steven Threet (that's been widely successful at his up-teen collegiate stops) & <cough,cough> Nick Sheridan.  2nd year, he goes 5-7 with a back-up QB starting as a True Freshmen.  7-5, with signs of dangerous his offensive system could be.  True, the defense was lousy.  However, they WERE (and, still are) young.  People please stop comparing true freshmen DBs to Charles Woodson (for that matter, don't compare anyone to him), they aren't him.  RR only had 2 true recruiting while at UM.  Wasn't he like 20 scholarship bodies under the limit at one time.  Think about that, that is 20 additional allotment of player's he had to choose at his discretion.  I can remember people calling for his job the 1st year he was at UM.  Face it, he didn't have the support of the fan base, alumni, and local media from day one.  He was always behind the eight-ball.  Sadly, due to this whole "Michigan Man" thing, a bunch of self-proclaimed "Michigan Men" ran the man out of town.  You can break down win-loss records all day, but anyone can recite all sorts of stats to skew reality in one's favor.  So, was it working is definitely debatable (for another thread).  I think the decision had to be made soley based on the fractions in the athletic community.  It was becoming a circus atmosphere and that is the thing that is not the UM way.  Who cares what plays a coach calls to score touchdowns and stop people from scoring.  Tonight you are going to watch two of the most unconventional systems in all of college football playing for the 2011 MNC (14 years after UM's last MNC).  Let's just hope the new coach knows how to motivate players and put them in the right spot to be successful, no matter what kind of scheme it is or what part of the country he has done most of his coaching!!!
2 years 19 weeks ago	My friend...	That was absolutely hilarious!
2 years 25 weeks ago	Tell me this is a true story...	If so, this is along the lines of Will Ferrell funny.
2 years 25 weeks ago	+1 for you Avatar	http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKsVSBhSwJg
2 years 25 weeks ago	LOL!!!	"If so, I might not have a pulse but you have no brain." This is classic.  Of course you root for the team, but going into you had to have some kind of idea that they would get man handled up front against what is probably the best offensive line in the Nation.
2 years 25 weeks ago	In season...	You can't tackle live during the season in practice.  Of course, you use drills to simulate as much as possible.  However, live tackles create injuries and during season when guys are banged up....um, not such a great idea.   Nonetheless, the defense needs a spark and maybe a new DC is called for.  But, regardless this team is only going to improve.  Did you notice how many times the announcers addressed the amount 4 & 5 year seniors playing for Wisky?  I'm just saying...
2 years 25 weeks ago	Not so harsh	Hey, no one is perfect.  True, he has made his mistakes.  But, at the same time he also has done a lot for the university and the city of Detroit.   It's not like he has been to prison or locked some girl in a bar restroom or directed a "cat" fight ring or beat up his gf or etc, etc, etc.  So, he likes to dance after he catches another 40 yard touchdown for the 1st place Jets. Simmer down, Skipper!!!
2 years 25 weeks ago	Um....	Read above...
2 years 26 weeks ago	Agreed	Late in the game I was hoping the offense didn't turn the ball over for a touchdown.  I was thinking, "Please just give the defense good enough field position to get a stop."   HA
2 years 26 weeks ago	Weather?	Weather shouldn't matter.  You still have to execute.  Gotta be able to pitch & catch when the weather is adverse.  The good teams do it.  Nonetheless, they still didn't have the same wide open playbook that you normally see.
2 years 26 weeks ago	FCS?!	Is your reasoning that UMASS is an FCS school?   Well, the potential ACC Champs and top 20 ranked Va Tech LOST to an FCS school at HOME.  You can always learn from something when you don't play well.  However, much rather spend that film session watching a W!!!   "There is no such thing as a bad win."
2 years 26 weeks ago	Offense Watered Down?	Watching the game today it seemed as though RR didn't want to show too much on film going into the next 2 weeks.  Once it looked like the defense was going to be able to handle their own against Purdue that he decided to keep it simple.   I think due to some of the lack of creativity in the offensive game plan hindered the offense some.  Sometimes pulling the reigns back a bit can throw off your momentum.
2 years 27 weeks ago	"Karma" +1	That was well played, Sir.
2 years 27 weeks ago	2nd half	I agree he had a tough time getting off of blocks.  However, he seemed to play a little more aggressively in the 2nd and was often in position to make the play in the edge.  IMHO, he grew up some today. It's exciting watching puppies grow up isn't it?
2 years 27 weeks ago	The defense overall...	Played well for the most part.  If they could learn to eliminate SO MANY FREAKING BIG PLAYS, they would be formidable.   My personal opinion, the only difference b/w this offense and Oregon's is a defense that forces turnovers and 3 and outs.  Look at what our offense was able to do today even with 5 turnovers due to the defense actually forcing some 3 and outs/TOs on downs. Lots of youngsters, but they are starting to grow up.
2 years 27 weeks ago	Cam Gordan	I think Cam showed today why they think so highly of him.  He played lights out and made some monster plays.  With his size and athletic ability he is going to be one helluva player before it is all said and done.
2 years 28 weeks ago	Wow!	The other offense never goes backwards.  The defense looks like a bunch of chickens with their heads chopped off...
2 years 29 weeks ago	In LaQuinta?	So...are you saying you stayed in DeQuinta, while staying in the LaQuinta, in Chicago?!   Oooohhh, the irony!
2 years 31 weeks ago	You my friend...	are correct!!!
2 years 31 weeks ago	Woodson?	Woodson won the Heisman as a Junior and was drafted the same year.
2 years 31 weeks ago	What are you talking about?!	1) Are you serious?!!   2)I mean, really, are you serious?   THEY LOST 1 GAME!!!
2 years 33 weeks ago	This is 4 years away...	Has anyone thought about the fact there will be more QB recruits in the coming years.  And, if recruiting goes as well as RR hopes than there will be a lot of QB battles in the coming years.  Hopefully, this argument is mute.  Competition is necessary when building  a program.  Look at the humbling lessons this has taught Tate.  He learned a lot from sitting back and watching, thus is a better player.  Isn't that the purpose of a coach, do whatever it takes to get the most out of his players?  Devin has 3 more years for a redshirt.  Besides, its better to have 3 QBs than 2.
2 years 34 weeks ago	To the OP!!!	You my friend are what we consider a traitor and should be ashamed of yourself.  You ever heard of anything called loyalty to the people that pay your bills? I have been a Michigan for my entire life, but I do have enough for respect for the institution that awarded me my degree that I will have on my orange and brown at the game this weekend.  As much as I want to see Michigan do extremely well, this is all I have to say...   Ay-Ziggy-Zoomba Zoomba Zoomba, Ay-Ziggy- Zoomba-Zoomba-Ze, ROLL ALONG YOU BG WARRIORS!!! IMHO, if UM doesn't get their defense squared away they will lose this weekend.  This team knows how to score points and they have for the past half decade or so.  This team is going to be better than UMass.  With that said, I think UM played like shit this past weekend and they will probably play a lot better next weekend.
2 years 34 weeks ago	Brian is 100% Correct	In Cover 2, the corner's responsibility is to read 2 to 1 (that is the middle slot & outside receiver).  The Sam backer (or whatever the heck that hybrid position is) should be leveraging #3 running to the flats.  The corner should be getting depth with #2 and ideally sqeezing the outside receiver to the safety.  The safety needs more depth so the he can see everything.  The way this play should have played out is with the corner dropping off on the deep 15 yard out and the safety taking the deep route running into his deep half.  If they would have thrown to #3 in the flats, you have two players (the corner and the Sam) with enough depth to rally to the ball.  It was a good call by the offense, but the defense was definitely in bad position.  If I were a coach grading the corner and safety, they both would have received a minus (maybe a double minus for the safety).  Neither of them were correct...
2 years 34 weeks ago	This is hilarious!!!	+1 to you, Sir.
2 years 34 weeks ago	KSU over PSU...why not?!	PSU looked horrible versus Alabama and Youngstown.  Their defense looked slow and the offense looked very meh with their true freshman QB.  We just witnessed 2 FCS teams upset BCS conference teams just last week.  Kent State is in the MAC, a FBS conference, going against what has looked like a very average PSU team thus far.  Now, mayber PSU proves me wrong an busts out this week.  The way they've looked, I doubt it.  Why is it crazy for him to pick this game as an upset?!  KSU lost to Boston College in what was a fairly close game other than the 2 touchdowns scored in the 3rd quarter.  Not to mention the MAC has played a lot of the B10 games tough over the past few seasons. IMHO, "Crazy" Lou's prediction is far from off-based...

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