2024-2025 Official College Football Thread

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Can you believe we have another season of college football upon us starting this month!!

Wow time does fly !!!!

Mark's Seminoles kick it off with a game at Ga Tech on the 24th,

Dan , Don , Mark, and everybody else let's get it on
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers opens on the 29th against Howard Bison at home at 6 pm.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Don, are you going to any home games this year ??
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      • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Don, are you going to any home games this year ??
        I don't know I have not considered it too often. It's less than 13 miles from my home, but it's a 1/2-hour ride because of normal traffic.

        On another note, I have been to multiple Jets and Giants games at the old Giants Stadium in the Meadowlands. The current stadium is a complete ripoff!
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Mark it right now: If Ryan Day loses to Xichigan AND doesn't win a Natty, he's fired.

    If he loses to Xichigan for the fourth year in a row, the only way he keeps his job is if he wins it all.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Are you sure Dan, maybe iam wrong BUT

      "Ryan Day has guided the Ohio State Buckeyes to a 56-8 record in his five seasons as head coach (2019-23). His record includes a 39-3 record against Big Ten Conference competition, back-to-back Big Ten championships in 2019 and 2020, and Sugar Bowl (2020) and Rose Bowl (2021) victories.@
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      • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Are you sure Dan, maybe iam wrong BUT

        "Ryan Day has guided the Ohio State Buckeyes to a 56-8 record in his five seasons as head coach (2019-23). His record includes a 39-3 record against Big Ten Conference competition, back-to-back Big Ten championships in 2019 and 2020, and Sugar Bowl (2020) and Rose Bowl (2021) victories.@
        I'm positive.

        Notice most of his success is with Urban Myer recruits. Also, look at his postseason record.

        It's a new world. You have to pay for players. That money has to keep coming in and it's going to be driven by beating your rivals and winning championships. Conference championships mean very little now with the expanded playoffs. Coaches are going to be on shorter leashes than ever.
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        • Profile picture of the author discrat
          Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

          I'm positive.

          Notice most of his success is with Urban Myer recruits. Also, look at his postseason record.

          It's a new world. You have to pay for players. That money has to keep coming in and it's going to be driven by beating your rivals and winning championships. Conference championships mean very little now with the expanded playoffs. Coaches are going to be on shorter leashes than ever.
          Now that I think about it... that Michigan games is in Columbus this year? Well I could see that then
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Robert, that's the way it is in Tallahassee too. If you don't beat Florida, Miami, and Clemson and in the title hunt, you are a miserable failure who doesn't deserve a job.

    Don, Kirk Herbstreit said Rutgers is a dark horse pick to get into the playoff.

    I'm pumped for this year.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Town hall Dental
    Which football are you talking about ?
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by Town hall Dental View Post

      Which football are you talking about ?
      The only football
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  • Profile picture of the author Jamell
    Who is your team and which player do you think will get drafted into the NFl in the near future
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    It's go time! T minus 5 1/2 hours: FSU vs. Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland. Go Noles!!!

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author discrat
    What did I just see. Was out working all day and just saw the end of the replay of FSU game. Oh my gosh....
    Somebody's neck is on the line
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    • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
      Originally Posted by discrat View Post

      What did I just see. Was out working all day and just saw the end of the replay of FSU game. Oh my gosh....
      Somebody's neck is on the line
      I'll be in my room for the next 10 days.

      Mark

      This is a stupid thread anyway!
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      • Profile picture of the author discrat
        Originally Posted by Mark Singletary View Post

        I'll be in my room for the next 10 days.

        Mark

        This is a stupid thread anyway!
        I feel ya my friend. Kind of like getting the air sucked out of your lungs before you even begin the bike ride. We all have been there if it's any consolation, Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Yeah, I got to thinking how much emotion we put in the game. That ruined my day, for sure. Anyway, if we are still alive, we gotta get over the feelings and get back to work preparing for the next game, right?

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers won the home opener 44-7 against Howard. I turned the game on for a few minutes and it was late in the 4th quarter. Some criticism according to the talking heads was Rutgers's defense looked weak. They did not have a great pass rush. The next game is Sept 7 vs Akron. Good luck to all your teams this weekend!
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Don, I saw other controversy about that game in headline news, front and center, on Fox News. Your guys scored with like 2 seconds left with a rushing touchdown and many think that was in bad taste and a knee should've been taken.

    The coach said they came to play until the whistle and being the first game, their guys needed the reps. The other coach apparently was pretty upset.

    What do you guys think the "right" thing to do is? The score was 38-7 before the final touchdown.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Greg Schiano's philosophy is "always to put the pedal to the metal". In that case, you had a backup quarterback heading off to a freshman running back. I'm not saying it's right that is the coach's decision. I would have preferred they took the knee.

    After the altercations, both coaches said they should have handled the situation differently. Rutgers Football's FaceBook page was lit up with both sides. The happiest people were glad they covered the spread.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    They use to say crap about Bobby Bowden back when he was putting 40 and 50 up on just about everybody. They'd still be passing late in the 4th. He pointed out, though, that normally by that point it's the 3rd string quarterback who never gets to play in games and he has to experience throwing the ball in a game atmosphere just in case the guys above him get hurt. Last year, in both the ACC championship and the bowl game with Georgia, I think we were using our 3rd string QB.

    About the Rutgers thing, though, it's curious why they didn't "practice" by letting the kicker kick the point after. I guess he already has experience so they didn't take that option?

    I've felt sorry for the opponents a few times but I'm good with the coach making the decision because only he can do it. And I understand the practice thing more than ever after what happened to us last year. The game is to be played for 60 minutes. Full stop. My two cents.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Buckeyes looked okay beating up on Akron. I think Jeremiah Smith is going to live up to the hype, though.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Looks like we are going to have to close this thread due to Irish bad luck that is sticking. They must have drank some green beer or something.

    Robert, can we go ahead and start the 2025-2026 thread? I'll be posting all my fantasies, hopes, and dreams about this football team there.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    I just saw an article calling for the Quarterback (Uiagalelei) to be benched! Your coach is now apologizing to the fans. It looks like a very long season for you Mark. -

    https://sports.yahoo.com/florida-sta...135953077.html
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Yeah I totally forgot about the game last night just went to see the score right now before coming here.

      Mark, not really sure what to say. Well iam getting excited about my Spurs and NBA next month so maybe you ought to switch it up a little bit like me
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    That score is misleading. It very easily could've been something like 96-13 instead of 28-13. It was like a university team up against a HS JV team. I don't know what has happened but hoping they can get it fixed.

    Don, I agree with benching the QB. He's shown through two games he's not a FSU caliber (even in normal years) QB. If it was me, I *may* give him one quarter in the next game and then pull him if it's the same old same old.

    At this point, there is no CFP and there might not even be a bowl. I'm just hoping Mike can turn it around. The good thing is he's done it before when he first came to Tallahassee.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Kay King
    Not college football - but my family left early this morning for the opening Bengals game. It's like the weatherman realized it is football season and decided to cooperate. Two days ago - 85 degrees...right now it's 52 degrees at my house.
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    • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
      Originally Posted by Kay King View Post

      Two days ago - 85 degrees...right now it's 52 degrees at my house.
      We'll be there this afternoon about 3:00, okay? Please? Pretty please? With a cherry on top? LOL

      Mark

      PS Kay, no serious. Not joking. The dog won't take much room in the bedroom and now she's not shedding as much so lucky you and your bedspread!
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  • Profile picture of the author Kay King
    One more dog is no problem...but you...now, that's a different story!
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers beat Akron at home, 49-17. Next week the Scarlet Knights head to Virginia to take VT.

    I Turned on ABC late in the Vols game, they already had 44 points on the board. They won 51-10! Robert, you must be very happy with the results.

    Dan's Ohio State puts up 56 unanswered points against Western Michigan! Nice game won by the Buckeyes.
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    My bad, should have known. Poor Florida St. they are terrible this year. I think me and Mark both agree with you.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by DWolfe View Post

      My bad, should have known. Poor Florida St. they are terrible this year. I think me and Mark both agree with you.
      Don't necessarily think he is a bad coach but when in panic mode you got to start at the top
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers beat Virginia Tech 26-23 after almost throwing the game away. I was busy yesterday and was not able to watch the game. At night when I got in, I turned on ABC and watched the last few minutes of the Tennese game. Oklahoma had just scored but missed a two point conversion due to a penalty. Then they missed the extra point. I continued watching till Oklahoma's next possession gave the ball back to Tennessee after they failed for a first down on 4th down. With approximately 4 minutes left in the game, it was time for bed.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    The Buckeyes didn't cover, and the defense looked suspect early. They will need to shore up a loose middle before the games get real.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    I have to pay to watch the games, but I didn't on Saturday. My Noles barely squeaked by, but I'll take the W. Winning dirty (as in bad play, not breaking rules) is better than not winning.

    There hasn't been much interest the last couple of weeks in any of it, so I haven't followed much. I'm hoping FSU turns things around with their first win. It's funny how a game can affect your mood long after the game is over.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Was just heading to the store, and stopped at a light. A pickup truck carrying a BBQ Grille, a large oversized chest, and two giant Rutgers Flags in the back. He made a turn heading North towards the way to go to the stadium. I see the Scarlet Knight are home tonight playing the Wahington Huskies, this game was originally scheduled for tomorrow. Good luck to everybody this weekend.

    Looks like Roberts Vols are off till next weekend.
    Dans OSU plays the Michigan St, Spartans
    Marks Florida State Seminoles plays at SMU
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    • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
      Robert "wins."
      Dan likely wins.
      Don maybe? Sorry, I don't know much about Washington or Rutgers this year.

      Mark? Quote correction: "Mark's Florida State Seminoles loses at SMU"

      Unless there is a miracle or the sleeping medication the team has been overdosing on wears off, I don't see it any other way.

      Mark

      Originally Posted by DWolfe View Post


      Looks like Roberts Vols are off till next weekend.
      Dans OSU plays the Michigan St, Spartans
      Marks Florida State Seminoles plays at SMU
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers was sold out on Friday Night, The game was on FOX during prime time. Rutgers started off playing a great game, but the defense still struggled in the 4th quarter. Three missed Field Gold by Washington was the difference.
    Their running back has been doing great all year. He is an underrated back. "Kyle Monangai ran for 132 yards and a touchdown" He is underrated according to the announcers. They also said Rugters may be considered in the Top 25 going forward. I'm not sure about that they face Nebraska and Wisconsin next.

    Congratulations to Dans' OSU. Mark's team needs a new coach!
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    • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
      Originally Posted by DWolfe View Post

      Mark's team needs a new coach!
      The forum needs a smiley upgrade. Specifically, I'm looking for the following:
      • Hatey face
      • Might as well go swim with the sharks face
      • Hide my face in embarrassment face
      • Something having to do with a noose face
      • It hurts worse when you think you are good but then somebody like Georgia Tech eats your lunch face

      I'm not ready to give up on him yet. They are still paying Willie Taggart off but besides that, it's only four games. Lots of universities would love to only lose four games a year. Of course, they aren't paying their coach 10 million bazillion gajillion dollars to do it. And of course we are on track to lose 10 games. So, Don you may be right. We'll see.

      When are these universities going to wise up and do a performance-based package for coaches? You suck, get fired, and then you get a big buyout? That is total BS!

      Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Wild Man
    I hate to say it but my beloved Gophers are sucking pretty bad this year.

    A lot is thanks to the place kicker...I think his name is Mud!
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by Wild Man View Post

      I hate to say it but my beloved Gophers are sucking pretty bad this year.

      A lot is thanks to the place kicker...I think his name is Mud!
      Welcome wild man. You will fit right in here
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    AP top 25 teams just came in, Dans Ohio State is in 3rd place behind Alabama and Texas. Roberts Tenesse is sitting right behind in #4. Rutgers did not make it (No surprise there).


    Edit "I hate to say it but my beloved Gophers are sucking pretty bad this year." Wild Man your Minnesota Gophers play Rutgers on Nov 9 in Piscataway at SHI stadium.
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Today's games.

    Rutgers plays Nebraska in an away game.

    Dans OSU plays Iowa

    Roberts Vols play the Razor Backs

    Marks Florida State plays Clemson

    Then Minnesota Gophers play USC

    Good luck everybody
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  • Profile picture of the author Wild Man
    Then Minnesota Gophers play USC
    Gophers 24 Trojans 17

    We got penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct for simulating brandishing a weapon??? Apparently that's a rule now. To me it looked like the guy was simulating putting on a seatbelt.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Yesterday = ouch for many football fans.

    Sorry to hear about the Vols; not sorry about Bama, though.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      Yesterday = ouch for many football fans.

      Sorry to hear about the Vols; not sorry about Bama, though.
      We should have won that game. Our QB has turned into a disappointment.

      Anyway, Dan me too, loved seeing Vandy beat Bama. That was awesome. We got Bama in two weeks at home
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    • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      Yesterday = ouch for many football fans.

      Sorry to hear about the Vols
      Double ouch for us losing to a rival. But in the loss, the new QB actually looked almost alive and the guys seemed to rally around him. Even though we lost, it was definitely a moral victory if he can keep it up and keep getting better. He has started against three top 25 teams, Louisville and Georgia last year and Clemson this year. His record is 1-2. Our OL, which is supposed to be elite since they are all 3-4 year starters, sucks big time. I'm not sure if the best QB could survive back there but at least the new one has feet and can run if needed.

      not sorry about Bama, though
      Me either. Saban is on record as saying the only place not hard to play in the SEC is at Vandy. I guess he was mistaken.

      Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers lost to Nebraska 14-7, reading the story. They had multiple opportunities but failed to capitalize. Next weekend a home game against Wisconson.

    Congratulations Dan on another win for OSU.
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    • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
      Originally Posted by DWolfe View Post

      Rutgers lost to Nebraska 14-7, reading the story. They had multiple opportunities but failed to capitalize. Next weekend a home game against Wisconson.

      Congratulations Dan on another win for OSU.
      Tough loss to Nebraska. The Huskers are scrappy this year.

      The Buckeyes get their first test of the year next week with Oregon.
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      • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
        Welp, Rutgers lost, they were out-coached and outplayed in a game they were predicted to win.

        I watched the Vols on ESPN game after a movie I watched ended. They had just tied the game, then they went ahead by a touchdown, got the ball back again quickly, and tried a deep past that failed. Two more plays later they had to punt. The Gators roared back and scored with only a few seconds on the clock. The Gators then tried a trick play for 2 points to go ahead, but the Vols coach called a timeout to stop it from happening before the play started. At this point, the Gators went for just the extra point and sent the game into overtime. Gators got the ball first but failed to put points up in OT, this gave the ball back to the Vols where they scored a touchdown to win. The Tennesee stadium holds 102 thousand and was packed. Games like that are the reason college football is popular.
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      • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
        Rutgers lost another game they were supposed to win easily on Homecoming Day. three players were injured, and they are out for the rest of the Season. Rutgers's defense gave up over 400 yards.

        Instead of watching college football, I flip back and forth between channels and, watch parts of the Yankees game. I watched the top of the 10th inning once Soto hit the home run, it was then bedtime.
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      • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
        The game was advertised on NBC during last night's NFL game. It's scheduled for prime time this weekend. NBC should switch it local stations and put on a different game.

        Rutgers had the week off they are playing this weekend.

        " Now, we are going to South Bend this week for what may be the massacre of the year."
        Speaking of firing coaches,

        On another note. The New York Giants (NFL) just gave the GM and coach Darbo a message mid-week that their jobs are secured for next season. Meanwhile, they overpay Daniel Jones, who is mediocre, and they lose again. They refused to pay Saquon Barkley's during the off-season. Yet S.B. had another great day for the Eagles with 199 yards rushing and is featured in this week's highlight reel for a reverse hurdle. It's infuriating when things keep getting worse. I feel bad for you Mark.
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      • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
        I was flipping through the channels to find something worthwhile to watch. It was the last 16 seconds of the Georgia vs. Ole Miss game. The fans started to enter the field with a play one play still needed to end the game. It took a few minutes to get people far enough away for Jaxson Dart's final snap. The biggest idiot was a fan as he came out of the stands, he used both hands to double flip The Bird, as he was walking towards the camera. (Where were the censors?) On a positive note, seeing Ole Miss win 28-10 was nice.

        I'm surprised Rutgers won; they were not favored to win due to too many injuries. However, there is another positive and something to look forward to. They are one win away from being bowl-eligible for the second season in a row. In the next 3 games, they play Maryland, Illinois, and Michigan State.

        Associated Press Top 25 This is the current top 25 College Football Teams. posted 43 minutes ago.
        First-place votes in parentheses

        Team Rec.
        1. Oregon (62) 10-0
        2. Ohio State 8-1
        3. Texas 8-1
        4. Penn State 8-1
        5. Indiana 10-0
        6. Tennessee 8-1
        7. BYU 9-0
        8. Notre Dame 8-1
        9. Alabama 7-2
        10. Ole Miss 8-2
        11. Georgia 7-2
        12. Miami 9-1
        13. Boise State 8-1
        14. SMU 8-1
        15. Texas A&M 7-2
        16. Army 9-0
        17. Clemson 7-2
        18. Colorado 7-2
        19. Washington State 8-1
        20. Kansas State 7-2
        21. LSU 6-3
        22. Louisville 6-3
        23. South Carolina 6-3
        24. Missouri 7-2
        25. Tulane 8-2
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        • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
          Excuse me, Don? You forgot to include my Seminoles in the list. Was that on purpose or did you just not want to have to type out all 134 university names since mine would be at the bottom?

          Coach just dismissed both coordinators and our WR coach. I've mentioned before I don't like firing our legends, but he (the WR coach) just was not making it go. We had superstars the last couple of years that hid it maybe, but it was time for the coach to go. I hate it, though. Maybe I'm just an old sentimental fool. Not sure.

          Mark

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          Associated Press Top 25 This is the current top 25 College Football Teams. posted 43 minutes ago.
          First-place votes in parentheses

          Team Rec.
          1. Oregon (62) 10-0
          2. Ohio State 8-1
          3. Texas 8-1
          4. Penn State 8-1
          5. Indiana 10-0
          6. Tennessee 8-1
          7. BYU 9-0
          8. Notre Dame 8-1
          9. Alabama 7-2
          10. Ole Miss 8-2
          11. Georgia 7-2
          12. Miami 9-1
          13. Boise State 8-1
          14. SMU 8-1
          15. Texas A&M 7-2
          16. Army 9-0
          17. Clemson 7-2
          18. Colorado 7-2
          19. Washington State 8-1
          20. Kansas State 7-2
          21. LSU 6-3
          22. Louisville 6-3
          23. South Carolina 6-3
          24. Missouri 7-2
          25. Tulane 8-2
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    I am PUMPED about this weekend! I haven't been this pumped about things since before the first game. There is NO way FSU can lose!!!!! If you don't play anybody, you can't lose to them!
    It's going to be an awesome weekend!!!

    In other news, Rutgers may have a shot with Wisconsin,the Vols should beat up on Florida, Minnesota is at UCLA and the Buckeyes go out west to show Oregon who the big daddy is.

    Mark
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    • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
      Originally Posted by Mark Singletary View Post

      I am PUMPED about this weekend! I haven't been this pumped about things since before the first game. There is NO way FSU can lose!!!!!
      Mark
      ROFLMAO, no one gets injured paying either.

      Did Robert abandon us?
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Ducks played a great game. Buckeyes absolutely crapped the bed, especially on that final drive. Day needs to spend less time dying his beard and more time learning how to game plan a top 5 game.
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      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      Ducks played a great game. Buckeyes absolutely crapped the bed, especially on that final drive. Day needs to spend less time dying his beard and more time learning how to game plan a top 5 game.
      Yeah, I really do not like the Duck's coach. He seems like a jerk.

      Anyway, OSU had this if he would have fallen a second or two on the ground before he did. I know that is frustrating but OSU still remains in the hunt, no doubt
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      • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Anyway, OSU had this if he would have fallen a second or two on the ground before he did. I know that is frustrating but OSU still remains in the hunt, no doubt
        As much as I hate the concept, it was a "quality loss," especially if the Ducks keep winning.

        The Bucks will likely get a second shot at them in the Conference Championship. The problem is I don't think Day is smart enough to learn anything useful. And he's an average game day coach at best.
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        • Profile picture of the author discrat
          Yeah if he spent as much time coaching as he does trying to get that jett black beard with dye... well he would be a great coach lol
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          • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
            Originally Posted by discrat View Post

            Yeah if he spent as much time coaching as he does trying to get that jett black beard with dye... well he would be a great coach lol
            The beard is ridiculous and sums up Day perfectly: looking good is more important that being good.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Vols for the win!
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      Vols for the win!
      Iam not even going to lie, it was an unexpected and exhilarating win!!

      Contrary to my thoughts , our QB finally stepped up and delivered!!

      I will be celebrating the next few days
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Robert, the Vols are for real this year. The Tide, apparently not so much, with two losses already. Perhaps it's the new coach blues.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Dan's OSU plays Nebraska at Home,

    Roberts VOLS looks like they have the weekend off.

    Marks Seminoles play the Miami Hurricanes.

    Rutgers plays USC tonight in an away game. Rutgers has a slightly better record. Unfortunately, the game starts at 11 pm EDT.

    Good luck everyone.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Don, thanks for the reminder. Now I have no choice but to go back into my depression about this season. I didn't want to open the thread knowing how bad we will get owned this week by scum Miami. I say that with all respect to them and their "glorious" program that have caused me to age at least 20 years ahead of schedule. Did I ever mention how bad I hate Miami? If there is any question, let me state for the record I hate Miami. Yep, Miami is on the big three list of hate. Miami and Florida/Clemson tied for 2nd.

    Those west coast game times are crazy for those of us in the east. When I lived in Utah years ago, we'd be watching football at 10 in the morning, which was noon in Florida. 11:00 at night is past my bedtime. LOL

    Good luck to all.

    Mark

    PS Did I mention I hate Miami?
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Rutgers got their A** Whooped by USC! USC QB played like Caleb Williams on Friday.

    Dans' OSU won against Nebraska.

    Marks' terrible season continues we won't mention the other team. The Noles need to pull a NY Jets deal and axe the coach to salvage the Season.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      wow OSU HUGE win over State Penn.

      Congrats Dan just be sure you sleep on your side tonight you celebration monster you
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      • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        wow OSU HUGE win over State Penn.

        Congrats Dan just be sure you sleep on your side tonight you celebration monster you
        I may have partook in some victory Bourbon yesterday...
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    With a payout of over $63,000,000, they won't fire Norvell after one bad year (after he turned a bad program around). But all/most of the assistant coaches need to go.

    There is a beloved alumni who is an assistant coach. He was a great player and is a great man by all accounts but probably needs the axe too. This is one reason I don't like hiring your superstars. Some of them built FSU as players, are FSU. But when they can't do their job, they need to be let go. Or a face-saving lateral change or something.

    I'm glad that you guys get to celebrate some. Even twice this year so far would've been a 100% improvement for us. LOL Now, we are going to South Bend this week for what may be the massacre of the year. Yay!! Great stuff!

    I still love college football even when my team sucks. This too shall pass. It always has and always will.

    Mark
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Things are looking up everywhere:

    OSU, Rutgers and Tennessee all won big. Congratulations to all.

    And FSU lost by 49, which is a big improvement over the pregame betting saying they would only lose by 26. So, we almost doubled it! Ha! Don't anyone try to tell me there is no room for hope and optimism! If we can double up on Notre Dame like that, we can do it against anyone. Bring it on!

    Mark

    PS
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    • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
      Originally Posted by Mark Singletary View Post

      Things are looking up everywhere:

      OSU, Rutgers and Tennessee all won big. Congratulations to all.

      And FSU lost by 49, which is a big improvement over the pregame betting saying they would only lose by 26. So, we almost doubled it! Ha! Don't anyone try to tell me there is no room for hope and optimism! If we can double up on Notre Dame like that, we can do it against anyone. Bring it on!

      Mark

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      Mark, if it's any consolation, Miami lost to Georgia Tech.
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      • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
        Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

        Mark, if it's any consolation, Miami must to Georgia Texh.
        How in the world did I miss that? Being on the other side of the world makes it difficult to track live events like games sometimes.

        Thanks. That does make my day a bit brighter.

        Mark
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        • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
          Originally Posted by Mark Singletary View Post

          How in the world did I miss that? Being on the other side of the world makes it difficult to track live events like games sometimes.

          Thanks. That does make my day a bit brighter.

          Mark
          Glad you understood me after Autocorrect savaged my original post.
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    This weekend's games 11/16/2024

    Roberts Vols play Georgia this Saturday the game is on ABC at 7:30 pm EST

    Dans Ohio State plays NorthWestern at Wrigley Feild at noon EST on Saturday the game is broadcast on BTN

    Mark's team is off this weekend.

    Rutgers plays at Maryland at 6:00 PM EST

    Good luck everybody!
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  • Profile picture of the author DWolfe
    Dan's OSU had another win.

    Rutgers became bowl-eligible after beating Maryland in an away game. I caught most of the game, which was broadcast on FoxSports. When I checked the start time earlier in the day, I didn't see a listing for it.

    What happened to the Vols? They had a decent start at the start of the game. I saw the opening drives while the Rutgers game was at halftime.
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