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2 years 6 weeks ago risk for infection

don't want to add a tetanus infection to the other numerous problems.

2 years 11 weeks ago Nice

logged in just to up-vote.  

2 years 26 weeks ago Right on, Wendy

While I am 39, married, and a self-described old hag, I was surprised/disturbed at how distracting I find him.  I'm sure it is because of his excellent punting skill and ... the accent?

2 years 28 weeks ago sorry

That sounds really terrible.

2 years 29 weeks ago indeed

Yes, I had higher expectations for his working knowledge of physiology; but yeah, 2 days later is not lactic acid but DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), as you indicated. However, I guess a good miler can be helpful in other ways, like keeping loose and such.

2 years 40 weeks ago medical

Also, Harvard Medical School is Boston. He's unlikely to be considering that at this point though.

3 years 15 weeks ago Great win!

Congrats, Coach! 

3 years 15 weeks ago That hair

is something special.

3 years 16 weeks ago This

is beautiful.  Brings a tear to the eye.

3 years 17 weeks ago I believe you are excellent

I believe you are excellent parents.

3 years 20 weeks ago I recently learned about this

I recently learned about this guy Brian Letscher from "Scandal".  Unfortunately I don't watch enough non-sports-related television to know anything about the show.  I only found out about him because he was a guest on the Fantasy Focus Football podcast recently (11/25) and revealed that he played football at Michigan.  He shows up on the rosters around the early 90s.

3 years 28 weeks ago Ah, yes.  I was wondering the

Ah, yes.  I was wondering the exact same thing at the time.  It is a weird enough rule in the NFL but I had never heard of it being applied at the college level.  I agree with you though, that it is the only possible explanation.

3 years 30 weeks ago my thoughts exactly

It certainly gives some perspective to see Morris experience one game's worth of what DG has been going through for two seasons.

3 years 34 weeks ago not gonna lie-

I may have had a nap or two during vizualization. 

3 years 38 weeks ago Quote of the day: "It is not

Quote of the day: "It is not a game for well-adjusted men".  Nice!

3 years 42 weeks ago Happy America Day! 

Happy America Day! 

4 years 1 week ago Not enough?

Just curious why someone would neg this? 

4 years 25 weeks ago It's OK

It's all good, really.  I was just noting that I do not like his hair.  This is really important, obviously.  This spares me from feeling bad about this if he ended up at Michigan.  I am certain with Crean's influence, it will look even worse (I mean, look at the guy!).  At least I only have to look at it like 2-3 times a year!

/s

4 years 26 weeks ago here you go

It seems a wee bit dramatic but still worth watching.

4 years 29 weeks ago not all of us

While it is the stereotype, we don't all fit that.  But I agree most women would love something like this.  I guess it depends on whether one likes a lot of attention or prefers more privacy.  It sounds terrifying to me, personally.

4 years 48 weeks ago Great job Heiko!

I'm very impressed with your work and determination here.  I imagine soon he will reveal all regarding bubble screens.

5 years 3 weeks ago I believe Elijah Johnson

I believe Elijah Johnson would concur.

5 years 3 weeks ago I hope his man parts are OK! 

I hope his man parts are OK!  That's what you call taking one for the team.

5 years 3 weeks ago Subs!

Subs!

5 years 5 weeks ago Lotus

It's actually the Iron Lotus.  The only reason I know is that I literally saw that movie for the first time a couple of days go.  I bet they killed that move.

5 years 6 weeks ago I hear ya

I haven't gotten mine yet but now maybe I will at least look at the mag before throwing it into the recycle pile. 

5 years 11 weeks ago here but...

I live here in Bloomington but alas, my foolish decision to start nursing school has left me with neither spare dollars nor time for attendance.  Yet I somehow find time for this blog.  Go figure.

5 years 12 weeks ago hurray!

Thanks for the update!  Can't wait to see how everything is going.  I proudly wore my shirt today, and intend to keep doing so. :)

5 years 14 weeks ago Bless you

for easing my frustration.

5 years 25 weeks ago This post makes me happy. 

This post makes me happy.  Also, I thank you for the well-written, informative title. 

5 years 26 weeks ago indeed

I think it goes without saying that the kid is adorable.

5 years 34 weeks ago too serious

Sad to see fun Taylor replaced by Mr. Serious. 

5 years 34 weeks ago Those would also be my

Those would also be my guesses.  I probably would not have thought of Vincent Smith, but listening to the way his teammates talk about him makes it seem like a realistic possibility with it being a team vote and all.

5 years 39 weeks ago indeed

My first thought upon viewing the big maize strip was that they are insidiously inching closer to all maize.  Maybe the powers that be thought we'd never notice (not that they would care though)?  That combined with the gloves gave me a shudder as I was suddenly reminded of some trends found in the BHGP B1G/Pro Combat line. 

5 years 39 weeks ago awkward

Yeah, there is something just horribly awkward about it, particularly from the back.  Maybe my femaleness is making me notice it, but it really makes his ass look huge.  Perhaps it is the virtual model making it look weird.  But it really has that "mom jean" look from the back.  New trend, perhaps?  Also, that huge maize strip looks like trying to edge closer and closer to a full out maize design.  Make it stop!

 

5 years 51 weeks ago Ugh

Go away please!

6 years 13 weeks ago new verb

+1 for the use of Herbstreit (though spelled different) as a verb there.  The usage is surely appropriate.

6 years 14 weeks ago not overreacting

I'm thinking 5 games in 13 days might have something to do with it.  If it was a team full of upperclassmen it might not have been an issue.  I've been wondering if Burke would hit the schedule-induced wall at some point, especially with all the minutes he's been playing.  After the OT win Wednesday night, my first thought was "they're going to have a tough time at Iowa" with about 2 days, one of those traveling.  To me everyone just looked fatigued, slow, lost, out of sync, etc.  This is why the B1G is tough.  Not the end of the world though, as tough as that was to watch.  Looks like growing pains.  They'll get used to it and get better.

6 years 16 weeks ago not money only

It wasn't just about money though.  According to Bacon's book none of RRs assistance at M had contracts.  Casteel staying at WVU offered him more money, job security in the form of a 2 year contract, and allowed him to keep his family in WV where they were comfortable.  All of this happened due to the fact that WVU decided to hire Bill Stewart from RRs previous staff.

So, yes M definitely needed to start forking over more cash for assistants but some contracts would have helped.

6 years 25 weeks ago Love this.

I had serious abdominal fatigue from laughing so hard.  Too bad they didn't have a few more or the whole team for that matter. 

Kovacs reminds me of the little kid in Christmas Story in the pink bunny suit.  So awesome.

6 years 26 weeks ago WTKA

Last week the Michigan Insider guys hit this pretty hard.  They played clips of Borges from, I believe, the coach's radio show in which he completely owns that play call.  The podcasts from 10/20 include several segments where they replay some of his comments.   Among other things, he acknowledged that as being not the right call for that particular situation and fully took responsibilty, which was kind of amazing to hear.  Hope this helps!

6 years 33 weeks ago right on

I couldn't agree more.  My first thought when I saw this post was "and this is important because...?".  If this were track and not football, I would get it.  However, we know Denard has way more going for him than just speed, which in itself is still fantastic.

6 years 33 weeks ago Yes

that was the first thing I thought of when I started watching this.  Very weird/interesting. 

6 years 34 weeks ago agreed!

Yes, I was just thinking about that a couple days ago, wondering if he would be gracing us with his beautiful art this season.  C'mon MonuMental!  We know you're out there!

6 years 34 weeks ago Thanks Heiko!

Great job on your first post!  I really appreciate the detail of the direct quotes.

6 years 35 weeks ago agreed

The best way to watch games outside of Ann Arbor is with local alums.  I lived in Boston from 2003-2010.  The BTN didn't exist when I first got there but also took awhile to get it in our cable package once it did.  The local alumni club bars were some of the best memories I have watching games there.  My experience watching the 2008 Wisconsin game, for example, will always live on in my memories. Going crazy, jumping around and hugging total strangers after such a depressing start still makes me smile. 

6 years 43 weeks ago Alaska Nanook Bear Agrees

6 years 44 weeks ago Nice Logo.

And congrats, fearless leader of MGoBlog!  Many blessings and happy years to you and Mrs. MGoBlog.  Speaking from personal experience and 7 years of marriage, if your soon-to-be spouse has stuck with you through the past 4 years of Michigan football, you guys can handle anything!  And, unlike my idiotic friends who like to schedule weddings in the fall-on Saturdays no less!-all of your sports-loving friends will applaud you for scheduling yours in the "dead period" of sports when there is nothing else to pay attention to. 

6 years 45 weeks ago impressive

That sounds like something straight out of The Onion.  Well done. 

6 years 45 weeks ago Funny,

I just discovered the same thing this morning.  I started catching up on this week's shows today via the downloaded podcasts.  I quickly found myself clamoring to skip over portions out of habit to restore sanity, only to remember he was on all of them. Man, he is so grating, like a stupid and whiney high school boy.  And unfortunately I had it on while running in hot and humid weather.  The combo was enough to make me want to throw the ipod into a lake.  Sam, do NOT go on vacation any more!!!

6 years 47 weeks ago Nice!

You've reached a new level of awesomeness, Denarded.  This is great.  And that Odoms pic is beautiful.

6 years 47 weeks ago Great to hear!  On the last

Great to hear!  On the last Red Berenson Show of the year a month or so ago he sounded a bit uncertain about his future with this organization.  Glad to see it worked out for him.

7 years 4 weeks ago Thanks

Thanks Mich_Faithful!  In addition to the football stuff I love the added hockey bonus.  Just as it was with the basketball team I cannot look at these guys right now and not smile.  Appreciate your nice work.

7 years 4 weeks ago Thanks!

I was starting to get worried.  It is, of course, worth the extra wait though.  Thanks for sacrificing for the good of the MGoCommunity!

7 years 11 weeks ago nice idea

I think I can safely speak for the ladies on the board when I say that is a brilliant idea.  More prison abs please.

7 years 14 weeks ago I certainly would if I had

I certainly would if I had them!  I do feel for all you guys though.

7 years 14 weeks ago Ha!  Me too.  I used to love

Ha!  Me too.  I used to love that game.  Thanks for the reminder!  I was terrible at it but still a good time.  Thanks for helping me try to forget about our recruiting woes momentarily.

7 years 14 weeks ago Your avatar

It makes me laugh every time.  I am compelled to +1 you ever time I see it.  You could be saying the dumbest thing in the world (don't worry, that is not the case) and I might not notice.  The cat just draws me in.

7 years 14 weeks ago This one is soooo creepy. 

This one is soooo creepy.  Did I mention creepy?

7 years 14 weeks ago Thanks

 for your first paragraph.  Hearing something rational and potentially realistic like that gives me hope and has actually helped me step back from the ledge a little.  The idea of not going backwards 20 years on offensive scheme is a positive thing in my mind.

7 years 14 weeks ago Wow

So, I moved to Bloomington about 6 months ago.  This pretty much sums up my feelings about the undergrads here.  It's a perfect representation.  Funny yet sad.

7 years 14 weeks ago yes

I was thinking something similar.  In particular I know the hockey guys utilize his services quite a bit so I can only imagine most other sports would to some extent.

7 years 15 weeks ago Bingo

It makes me feel bad for anyone nice who might be considering the job.  At this point I'm starting to think it might be easier for me if someone I thought was a jerk took the job so I wouldn't have to worry about feeling bad about him being eaten alive for potentially arbitrary reasons.  Yes, I realize this is insane but it's what I've come to.  Sad.

7 years 15 weeks ago I agree with this.  As much

I agree with this.  As much as I would love to be proven wrong in a good way about someone,  Hoke gives me the least amound of optimism of anyone.  In addition to what you just indicated, based on what Brian cited in his comments about being closed-minded about spread offenses-"basketball on grass" if I recall- he would be the worst fit in terms of players currently on the roster.  Based on one of DBs points for criteria he mentioned in the presser-having someone who can adapt to the talent on the team-I just can't see how Hoke is anything other than a decided non-option.

7 years 15 weeks ago These are all good questions/ points

regarding the Sweatervest.  Another thing that struck me when he was first hired is that he took the very thing that was lacking with Cooper (and ultimately got him fired)-inability to beat Michigan and, to some extent, downplaying the rivalry-and embraced it.  He put the M/OSU rivalry to the forefrunt and basically made it a rallying point amongst members of the fanbase.  To me this was huge in terms of the way the local/regional fans initially received him.  Obviously he secured that long term by winning but having that initial support probably helped.  Indeed had he not backed that up by winning we would not be talking about him now.

As much as I supported RR I noticed he liked to put our big rivalries in one category (ND, MSU, OSU) as though they were pretty much the same.  While I don't see that as being ultimately bad,  I think having an obvious appreciation for the specifics of each of those or at least acknowledging that publicly may have squashed some of the perception that he didn't understand Michigan or doesn't get the rivalry etc. 

7 years 15 weeks ago so now we know for sure

Gruden is, was, and will always be on everyone's coaching candidate list.  He's quite a legend as far as this goes.

7 years 18 weeks ago I thought The Sixteenth Man

I thought The Sixteenth Man was really good.  I'm not normally a rugby fan but the story is really great.

7 years 26 weeks ago Wow, that was just

Wow, that was just brilliant.  Well done, Sir!  Similarly, it is Husband Day for me this weekend.  Let's hope I can pull this off as well as you.

7 years 27 weeks ago Yes

This also reminds me of PSA test to help diagnose prostate cancer.  Like you said, there are so many protein markers like this that could be identified based on cell type that it seems like it is only a matter of time before more of these tests get developed and used routinely.

7 years 27 weeks ago me too

I thought the same thing.  But as a neuro-nerd myself, this is way more interesting.  I hope it can be usefully deployed!

7 years 28 weeks ago Yes, it was him.  I remember

Yes, it was him.  I remember this because I kept yelling at the TV "It's not the wildcat!" and becoming increasingly annoyed also. 

7 years 29 weeks ago well said

I don't know how I feel about deep fried kittens but +1 for that amazing image I will take with me the rest of the season.  But yeah, his smile is something very close to that but with dilithium sprinkles on top.

7 years 29 weeks ago Yeah, I don't mind so much

Maybe it's because I lived in Boston for most of the Millen/Lions debacle.  That whole era didn't really exist for me as I turned a blind eye to it and watched the Patriots instead.  I really don't mind his announcing for Michigan games, especially compared to most of the yahoos we're usually hearing.  But I do admit I might have the same visceral reaction to his announcing as a lot of people on this board (also heard the WTKA guys complaining about it this morning) had I been living in Michigan for the last decade.

7 years 29 weeks ago currently raining

It is currently raining (12:30) but based on radar it looks like the front will be passed by kickoff or shortly thereafter.  Stupid Bloomingon.  I moved here about 2.5 months ago for my husband's post-doc job and I can count on one hand the number of times it has actually rained since I've been here.  Eveything has been brown for at least the last month.  The one time I would have liked a dry day the rain comes. 

7 years 30 weeks ago that, and the sudden rise in

that, and the sudden rise in popularity of a certain player outside of the immediate fanbase would no doubt draw attention to the issue.  I think it is hilarious and sad though that it took Compliance about as long to figure this out as practice/QC-gate.

7 years 31 weeks ago agreed

For anyone to pretend they didn't know our defense would be a work in progress this year must have been living under a rock.  When you think about all the issues between T-Wolf's injury to attrition plus already being thin at some positions I can't see why anyone is surprised.  Not a huge mystery there.  I have to say I was pretty fatalistic just prior to the season starting (my husband has had to talk me off the ledge a few times) and have been a little surprised that it hasn't been worse than it is right now, especially after combing the UFRs for the first 2 games.  

7 years 31 weeks ago yes

Yeah, I was just sitting here listening to all the press stuff and had the exact same thought.  I will never forget the demeanor of the team after that Ball State game, especially Woodley, like they knew they almost let one get away; the disappointment was palpable.  I have faith that this team knows that too and that the coaching staff will use this, as you say, to teach, motivate, and continue to build team chemistry.

7 years 32 weeks ago That's really funny.

I caught that as well and thought I was losing it.  That would certainly be really cool if he was 6'3".  He doesn't seem to be having any trouble at 6'0" though.

7 years 33 weeks ago I was just waiting for that

I was just waiting for that one.

7 years 36 weeks ago I've often wondered about

I've often wondered about this too.  RR has always seemed to be very realistic about how the team is doing, and I've always appreciated that to some extent.  I too have noticed that compared to, say, 2 years ago he has gotten progressively more positive leading up to the start of the season.  I do have to think that his expectations have to be much higher (obviously!) and that this will be really motivating.  At least that is my positive take on it.  I'm very good at being negative though so I'm just going to stop there on that happy thought.

7 years 36 weeks ago self-serving

This T.H. guy makes my blood boil.  Change is a part of life and it sounds like he is not willing to accept that.  While we can quibble over all the details (basketball or football), the fact is that letter indicates a spirit of spite and bitterness instead of a sincere desire to support Michigan and be willing to support through difficult times.  I do like RRs philosophy of deserving to win rather than expecting to win and I should definitely think this guy falls into the latter category.  He comes off as completely self-serving, which is sad.  I don't think this kind of attitude will do anything to help either program move forward. 

7 years 36 weeks ago agree

While I don't care about points, the fact that I am an e-introvert means the new system will decrease my incentive for participation in the way of voting.  While I am an avid reader and enjoy it very much, I don't tend to carry or accrue lots of points at any time and a bit of the community aspect that I appreciate will be less accessible to others like myself.

7 years 36 weeks ago clever

I love the cleverness and nerd appeal of these.  I wish I lived closer to AA so they could be better appreciated instead of the puzzled looks I usually get.  In any case, there is always a special place in my heart for slot ninjas so really appreciate those ones.  Thanks for sharing your talents!

7 years 37 weeks ago one can hope!

I applaud your efforts.  Perhaps persistant bugging could do the trick eventually?  Next time I am in town, since I will invariably end up in that store, I will definitely remember to mention that as well.  The MgoWomen must unite on this I think.  But, yeah, the frumpy looking midsection has got to go!

7 years 37 weeks ago Ladies?

When you say "Ladies and Gentlemen", do you really mean ladies?  I am a faithful mgoshirt purchaser who just happens to be female.  I am really tired of wearing ill-fitting men's shirts and having to sacrifice how I look in order to wear cool shirts-not that it isn't a worthy cause and all.  But since this is America I want to have it all!  I realize this is a bit of a rant but just thought I would throw that out there.  If there is one thing (and really there is only one thing) I miss about Rich Robots it is the female sizing options.

#2 is the best.  The eyebrows make it.

7 years 38 weeks ago Wonderful!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!  I can't imagine a more amazing collection of cool things.  It is like someone read my mind!  My day is now complete.

7 years 39 weeks ago Last year I was Deathbacker.

Last year I was Deathbacker.

7 years 42 weeks ago lucky

I would have loved tix for a wedding present!  I would gladly trade in half or most the crap we got for that. :)  You're a lucky man.

7 years 42 weeks ago wedding

When I got married I had all yellow flowers and my bridesmaides wore blue dresses.  I have to say the dark blue paired with the yellow flowers looked pretty sharp.  I was quite proud of myself for subtly inserting some Michigan into the wedding experience.

7 years 48 weeks ago That still makes me

That still makes me laugh...and cry every time. Sigh...

7 years 50 weeks ago +1 for your colossal

+1 for your colossal picture!  That's very impressive!

7 years 50 weeks ago including Amani Toomer

including Amani Toomer

7 years 51 weeks ago sniff, sniff

I'm so homesick now!  That's really a good one.  Thanks for sharing!

7 years 51 weeks ago You think that's bad?

The other night I had a dream that Denard was spending all his time doing pole vault instead of football and wouldn't be returning this fall.  Details are really foggy at this point but  I know woke up thinking there was something seriously wrong with me.  There probably is but I think I am also obssessed with M football.  This is certainly not the only one of these I've had of late but thankfully I usually forget dreams pretty quickly.  The husband just laughs.

7 years 51 weeks ago old video

It looks like it is from last season.  9/16/09

7 years 51 weeks ago Glad to see this

I  have to say this really opened my eyes.  I'm glad to see a lot of others appreciated it as well.  I think it also shows how ignorant the general public still is about mental health issues, especially in the sports world.   It also shows the shallowness of most sports fans and those who work in this industry.  There is so much stigma toward people that either have a defined illness or just think outside the box a little.  I'm glad Ricky shared his story so honestly and I hope a lot of people can benefit from it.

8 years 4 days ago Patriots

People here in NE keep complaining about lack of pass rush. The Pats fans I've chatted with here at work seem pretty exited about the possibility of drafting him. That wouldn't be too bad for him. I'd really just like to see him succeed wherever he goes but would be even more OK if he went to Miami or Arizona.

8 years 2 weeks ago he's also quite a bit

he's also quite a bit chubbier in real life than in that little photo of his head they always show.

8 years 4 weeks ago That was really funny!

That was really funny!

8 years 5 weeks ago ginger tea

While you're at it, if you happen to have any ginger root lying around, boil a little piece (1" or so, peeled and chopped) in water for like 15 minutes. Strain it out and the resulting ginger "tea" is soothing for the stomach.

8 years 6 weeks ago hbhe

health behavior/health education (whatever the "intro" class was) from SPH days. It's really a class about nothing.

8 years 6 weeks ago agreed

I'll take any chem lab "lecture" to go with that. I'm pretty sure those are a sample of what hell is like.

8 years 7 weeks ago Rust

Columbus also acquired the rights to Matt Rust from Florida, according to the Jackets site.

8 years 10 weeks ago Amen to that.

I get so sick of the "down in front" crowd every time I get a chance to fly out to a game. I long for the days of standing for the whole game and actually, you know, being a fan and having it be obvious that I am one.

8 years 10 weeks ago Thank you

I'm terribly sorry to hear about your experience. Thank you for having the courage to share it. While I'm sure this is all pretty funny to the OP and others, as a "ginger" myself (I detest that term) and having dealt with a lot of the same ridicule growing up it really makes me sad to see this kind of stuff on this board, which I normally have a lot of respect for. I realize I'm inviting more abuse by replying but I'm not concerned about that. This is all pretty immature and likely demeaning and insulting to a large proportion of people who read this blog.

8 years 12 weeks ago yikes!

Didn't see that one. Thanks for pointing it out. It's a good reminder to take all of those guys with a grain of salt.

8 years 12 weeks ago Seriously, not a Kiper fan.

Seriously, not a Kiper fan. I'd be OK with a Todd McShay comparison though. He kind of seems like he knows what he's talking about.

8 years 12 weeks ago Thanks!

This is excellent!

8 years 12 weeks ago I'm pretty sure

my husband gets tired of MGoBlog always being up on the screen. He doesn't say much but he's sort of the quiet type when he gets annoyed. But every once in awhile I catch him reading it on his own. I don't know if it's because he is actually interested or because he knows that Michigan sports is the only thing I really like talking about.

8 years 12 weeks ago Thanks

to you for absolutely making my day. In addition to laughing aloud to myself at work (and my coworkers looking at me) I will laugh inside forever.

8 years 12 weeks ago I am a former MMB trumpet (in

I am a former MMB trumpet (in the 90s). If you look really closely at the picture, you might find me. Females tend to be very much in the minority as far as trumpet players go and that has always been the case for the 20+ years that I've played. I never minded though. The guys always keep things fun.

8 years 12 weeks ago This is most likely true with

This is most likely true with the exception of our revered Space Emperor. I'm not sure how he'd feel being identified with mere mortals such as biologists and engineers.

8 years 14 weeks ago agreed

looks pretty hot in the track uni. That's from a woman's perspective though.

8 years 14 weeks ago Crable

Is he still with the Pats? On IR maybe?

8 years 14 weeks ago yes, I totally thought the

yes, I totally thought the same thing. It was quite confusing until actually reading the thing.

8 years 16 weeks ago seriously

If the price was an order of magnitude lower I'd totally try it. However, I'll have to be content watching him get pick 6's and just imagine that his wine is really awesome.

8 years 19 weeks ago Yay!

Yay!

8 years 24 weeks ago definitely David Harris. or a

definitely David Harris.
or a safety, ANY safety.

8 years 25 weeks ago 12/13/08

Yes, I remember seeing this on mgoblue.com some time ago. You can now find it by going to the "all-access" thing they have now. It is pretty easy to find if you search by "exact date", which is 12/13/08. Pretty good stuff. Zoltan is pretty fun but not as good as BG.

8 years 25 weeks ago It also happened in 1995

I don't recall it being a problem. People should have their priorities straight anyway. I for one will always choose football over awkward family gatherings.

8 years 27 weeks ago Trust me, not all women like

Trust me, not all women like to watch those crappy shows.

8 years 28 weeks ago NFL Red Zone is absolutely

NFL Red Zone is absolutely the best thing to happen to cable in a long time. Not only is it addictive but a fantasy owner's dream.

8 years 30 weeks ago yes

I agree.

8 years 31 weeks ago sound quality vs. volume

Despite the idea floating around, decreasing sound quality in order to increase volume won't help much. Back in my day (mid to late 90s) we were taught that better precision, intonation, breath support (all things that contribute to overall sound quality), not just volume, would give you a "wall of sound" and better overall effect. This is pretty standard marching band stuff. High level of musicianship can coexist with a big sound.

Also, I haven't noticed having trouble hearing them when they are on field. If you ever watch postgame when the stadium is mostly empty, it is quite different (in a good way!) from the muffled sound you get when they are in the stands. I've wondered over the years if the band should be down at field level. I realize there are logistical issues here but visiting bands are always at field level and the sound is fine.

8 years 32 weeks ago I agree on the organic

I agree on the organic chemistry thing. It is especially funny because I'm at work listening to 2 organic chemists talk shop while I read this.

8 years 33 weeks ago I am so there, and coming

I am so there, and coming from Boston. Can't wait to be there. Thanks for this post!

8 years 34 weeks ago 1994 Boston College

I never had an opportunity to go when I was a kid. My first game was as a freshman. So my first experience in Michigan Stadium was coming out of the tunnel in a marching band uniform. I don't think I would trade that for having the childhood experience.

8 years 35 weeks ago Back in 1994 I was down for

Back in 1994 I was down for the game that year and with MMB. As if losing wasn't bad enough, on our way out of town all of the MMB buses were pulled over on the highway and received speeding tickets. The officer actually claimed the buses were going 66 in a 65 area (or whatever the speed limit was at the time, can't quite remember). Needless to say, being a naive freshman, and my first time in Columbus, the local police left quite an impression on me.

8 years 36 weeks ago amen

amen

9 years 26 weeks ago I have 1 extra ticket

Does anyone want it?

9 years 27 weeks ago The one in Cambridge is now

The one in Cambridge is now in Porter Square.  It's the Tavern, which seems slightly better than the Harvard Sq one last year.

9 years 33 weeks ago I was just thinking the same

I was just thinking the same thing.  Is this cause for some concern tomorrow?   

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