Randy Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Speaking of USC, is this year's USC-- last year's Miami? They both beat a highly-ranked team early in the season (Stanford/Florida) in a game they shouldn't have won. Florida losing by continually turning the ball over and Stanford by their inability to put points on the board when they are in scoring position. Combine the big win with a pretty winnable schedule which over-rates them before the big showdown games late in the season where they get exposed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVA Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 I think that's a fairly apt comparison. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabe Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Speaking of USC, is this year's USC-- last year's Miami? They both beat a highly-ranked team early in the season (Stanford/Florida) in a game they shouldn't have won. Florida losing by continually turning the ball over and Stanford by their inability to put points on the board when they are in scoring position. Combine the big win with a pretty winnable schedule which over-rates them before the big showdown games late in the season where they get exposed. Decent comparison but I think most observers saw the USC/Stanford game for what it was - Stanford essentially defeating themselves. They moved the ball all over the place and then gagged. It's not like USC dominated or even looked like the better team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig H Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 I fully expect Notre Dame to lose this Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Speaking of USC, is this year's USC-- last year's Miami? They both beat a highly-ranked team early in the season (Stanford/Florida) in a game they shouldn't have won. Florida losing by continually turning the ball over and Stanford by their inability to put points on the board when they are in scoring position. Combine the big win with a pretty winnable schedule which over-rates them before the big showdown games late in the season where they get exposed. Decent comparison but I think most observers saw the USC/Stanford game for what it was - Stanford essentially defeating themselves. They moved the ball all over the place and then gagged. It's not like USC dominated or even looked like the better team. I agree. And with that said, they still rank them #9 in the country. If they can get by Arizona St, they have 2 months to inch up the rankings before the UCLA and Notre Dame games. Many people aren't in love with those teams either. They could be in the top 5 by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLowe Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 A ton of Penn State kids are celebrating at the football stadium tonight. The police are gearing up for the fairly regular riot at Penn State. This is why they needed to shut down that program. I went to college about 20 miles from State College. That region is brutal in so many ways. And there is almost nothing to do in that town, or within 2 hours (although I did see Public Enemy, Ice T, and House of Pain there back in '92). Old joke: how are a porcupine and Beaver Stadium alike? They're both full of pricks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVA Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'm going to the Bama/Southern MIss game tomorrow. Pretty excited, even though I know EXACTLY how that shit is going to go down. It was touch and go trying to find reasonable tickets for a bit there, but an ex-player acquaintance came through in the clutch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nature Boy Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'll say something nice about Penn State, the area is scenic. And fuck Penn State. The B1G should've kicked them out and left them to flounder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Fowler Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'm going to the Bama/Southern MIss game tomorrow. Pretty excited, even though I know EXACTLY how that shit is going to go down. It was touch and go trying to find reasonable tickets for a bit there, but an ex-player acquaintance came through in the clutch. I'm legitimately curious (and I realize it'll be a moot point by the middle of the 1st quarter but)... who are you rooting for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muhammedboehm Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'm going to the Bama/Southern MIss game tomorrow. Pretty excited, even though I know EXACTLY how that shit is going to go down. It was touch and go trying to find reasonable tickets for a bit there, but an ex-player acquaintance came through in the clutch. I'm legitimately curious (and I realize it'll be a moot point by the middle of the 1st quarter but)... who are you rooting for? Lane Kiffen cam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVA Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I had planned on repping USM all the way, but since I'm sitting in the old players section, it's probably in my best interests to wear crimson and sit the fuck down to avoid getting my ass whipped by Shaun Alexander. I guess I'm rooting for Southern to be competitive for a quarter before Alabama takes over and dominates. I think that would make me feel good about everybody's day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaos Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I had planned on repping USM all the way, but since I'm sitting in the old players section, it's probably in my best interests to wear crimson and sit the fuck down to avoid getting my ass whipped by Shaun Alexander. I guess I'm rooting for Southern to be competitive for a quarter before Alabama takes over and dominates. I think that would make me feel good about everybody's day. I have a hard time sitting through non-conference blow outs anymore. That may change if/when I have kids because it's just a friendlier environment. Hell, I went to Arkansas/Bama last year and left the second Bama jumped up 21-0 (so early second quarter?). Granted, I didn't pay for my ticket. The only reason I went to Auburn's homecoming game last year was because I was picking up my tickets for the Georgia/Bama games from the ticket office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 So, is there a point where Vanderbilt politely gets asked to leave the SEC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVA Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 If there was ever any doubt it was all James Franklin, that's over now. Virginia Tech down big to ECU also. No one is worse coming off a big game than VT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerva Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Granted that Maryland doesn't have a really good defense but I think we have something special in West Virginia's offense. Clint Trickett has been incredible this year and we got some real speed demons at receiver. I am shocked how impressive this team is playing. They might be a surprise team in the Big 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brisco Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I have no vested interest in any game this week save UGA/SC which is under another 50 minute lightning delay, so I am going with Goal Line which is not a bad way to follow a week of uninteresting matchups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Dave Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 The Alma Mater tried to fuck around and lose to a fast, plucky Georgia Southern team. They didn't, but that's of very little consequence... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brisco Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 South Carolina is playing a closer to what I expect out of the Gamecocks with a dramatic improvement in tackling compared to the Texas A&M game. Looks like EVA got his wish with USM taking an early 3-0 lead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Mann Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Those Notre Dame unis are atrocious. You had ONE JOB, Under Armour. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Mann Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Aaaaaaaaand Georgia just got a reprieve. Holy Romo. EDIT: Which UGA immediately gives back by completely gacking in the red zone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muhammedboehm Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Missed FG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muhammedboehm Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Does college not have a two time out back to back rule? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChesterCopperpot Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Those Notre Dame unis are atrocious. You had ONE JOB, Under Armour. To be fair these are one offs for this game. The regular unis are good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Erotic Terrorist Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 I actually first laughed when I saw that Boston College's coaches were wearing white shirts that have a red frilly design on the shoulders. I then remembered it was referring to a lacrosse athlete who went to the school and lost his life during 9/11 and I suddenly felt like a real horse's ass. Then again I also laughed at the idea of maybe the worst team in the Big 10 Conference (which is saying something this year) going toe to toe with Notre Dame. I just looked at NBC at right before halftime it's Purdue 14, Notre Dame 10. The joke's on me. The slate of games going into today did not look promising so I am glad Red Zone is a thing. Of course like always there's upsets and cool finishes, so that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Brent Musburger must never yell "BOOM GOES THE DYNAMITE!" ever again. That said, LOL Gators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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