College Football
Top 25
1. Alabama, 5-0, 1
2. Georgia, 5-0, 2
3. Ohio State, 5-0, 4
4. Clemson, 5-0, 3
5. Notre Dame, 5-0, 7
6. LSU, 5-0, 6
7. Oklahoma, 5-0, 5
8. West Virginia, 4-0, 11
9. Kentucky, 5-0, 17
10. UCF, 4-0, 14
11. Auburn, 4-1, 9
12. Washington, 4-1, 10
13. Penn State, 4-1, 15
14. Stanford, 4-1, 8
15. Miami, 4-1, 16
16. Michigan, 4-1, 12
17. Oregon, 4-1, 18
18. Wisconsin, 4-1, 19
19. Florida, 4-1, NR
20. Texas, 4-1, 20
21. Texas A&M, 3-2, 22
22. Colorado, 5-0, NR
23. Syracuse, 4-1, NR
24. Michigan State, 3-1, 24
25. Iowa, 4-1, NR
OUT: South Carolina (13), Duke (21), Mississippi State (23) and BYU (25).
NEXT: N. C. State, Boise State, Texas Christian, BYU, South Florida, Oklahoma State, Southern Cal, San Diego State, South Carolina, Mississippi State, Virginia Tech, California, Arizona State, Cincinnati, Maryland and Washington State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
While there are glimpses of Nebraska looking like the turn of the corner is here, what appears to be losing mindset still needs extracted from much of the team. Nebraska rolled up almost 600 yards of offense, but cold not stop Jeff Brohm's Purdue Boilermakers, who ran out of Lincoln with a 42-28 victory. I thought BTN analyst Matt Millen accurately stated the state of the 'Huskers, noting that Purdue, who looks pretty good, is a year ahead of schedule when compared to Nebraska. QB Adrian Martinez gives Nebraska a snapshot of a bright future as this young man is stellar, although he is making freshman mistakes. The offensive line played better, but there is much work to be done for Greg Austin. The receivers show signs of greatness, but have yet to put in a total outstanding game as a unit. Some guys are balling out, most notably JD Spieman and Devine Ozigbo on offense and Mo Barry on defense. The defense was horrific, seemingly out of place often. However, the big problem is the lack of discipline on the team, as penalties have just crushed the 'Huskers. It should be noted the officiating was as bad as I have ever seen, even leaving BTN analyst Matt Millen puzzled. After four games, Nebraska is 0-4, and that is absolutely mind boggling, and has not occurred in my lifetime. With the new four game transfer rule, we may see some players leave, and some need to. Some are good people, just not good enough players. Some have great talent, but are not team players and don't have a winning mentality. Penalties are a reflection of the latter. When Nebraska turns the corner, it will be like a watershed event. Nebraska can defeat Wisconsin next week, but the likelihood is Nebraska looks real good in a couple of spurts but folds defensively and gets clubbed. Frost will get this done, but the task at hand is much more difficult than many of us could ever have imagined.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
All day long, FSU was leaving plays all over the field, and it seemed destined that the once powerful Seminoles would nit find the intestinal fortitude to walk out of Louisville with a victory. But, after an improbable interception by AJ Westbrook (the Cards should have been running out the clock and not throwing the ball), Deondre Francois hit Nyquan Murray (Orlando Oak Ridge) who scampered for the winning score. This was a huge win for Florida State, a must to keep the bowl streak going. For a while, it looked like many of the Seminoles did not care, with Louisville having receivers wide open most of the day and having success running the ball. Offensively, mistakes plagued the 'Noles. On one, play, WR Keith Gavin knocked a Louisville defender into the next area code, which was awesome. But, Gavin stopped to admires his work, while the play was breaking down behind him. This type of selfish play is often expensive. While the tape will once again show dozens of mistakes, a win is a win and FSU can build from it. It should be noted that outside of the penalties, the offensive line continued to show progress. FSU, travels to Miami, and who knows. One thing I know, is I am going down there to win.
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Sunday, September 23, 2018
The Color & Pageantry Top 25
College Football
Top 25
1. Alabama, 4-0, 1
2. Georgia, 4-0, 2
3. Clemson, 4-0, 3
4. Ohio State, 4-0, 4
5. Oklahoma, 4-0, 5
6. LSU, 4-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 4-0, 7
8. Stanford, 4-0, 11
9. Auburn, 3-1, 8
10. Washington, 3-1, 9
11. West Virginia, 3-0, 13
12. Michigan, 3-1, 16
13. South Carolina, 3-1, 14
14. UCF, 3-0, 15
15. Penn State, 4-0, 17
16. Miami, 3-1, 20
17. Kentucky, 4-0, NR
18. Oregon, 3-1, 19
19. Wisconsin, 3-1, 25
20. Texas, 3-1, NR
21. Duke, 4-0, NR
22. Texas A&M, 2-2, 23
23. Mississippi State, 3-1, 10
24. Michigan State, 3-1, NR
25. Brigham Young, 3-1, NR
OUT: Virginia Tech, (12), Oklahoma State, (18), Iowa (21), Texas Christian (22) and Boston College (24).
NEXT: Colorado, Texas Tech, NC State, California, Oklahoma State, Boise State, Florida, Syracuse, Iowa, Texas Christian, Southern Cal, Arizona State, San Diego State and Utah.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
While most Huskers recognized Scott Frost could not work miracles immediately, they thought the days of getting blasted were in the rear view mirror. That was not the case Saturday at Michigan. The Wolverines, who after losing the opener at Notre Dame, had played pedestrian football, up until Saturday. On this day, they looked like Alabama, man handling the Huskers on both lines of scrimmage. Yes, Nebraska has been upside down after losing an opening 'work out the kinks" game, then losing to Colorado and then Troy, where they fielded a walk-on third string signal caller. Freshman phenom Adrian Martinez started at quarterback for Nebraska, but he looked hobbled, although it mattered not. Michigan owned the line of scrimmage, and when that is the case, it makes life miserable. The defense was very shaky, the skill position players could not light a spark and the special teams were atrocious. While few expected to win at Michigan, many thought Nebraska would give them a fight. No such luck, and this one is on Frost. He knows it, and it should be noted there is much work to do. Frost commented this may be bottom, and outside of another lopsided loss coming at Ohio State, he may be right. But, this one hurt. Maybe it is the type of game that weeds out those who don't have the stomach for it. Fine with me, as it seems some players don't mind losing all that much. At any rate, Nebraska is 0-3 for the first time since 1945. Nowhere to go but up.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
Florida State played much better this week, as I expected, and got a double digit victory against Northern Illinois. NIU had played some stout defense this year, but was not much of a threat offensively. The offensive line, the centerpiece of the issues for Florida State in 2018, put in a very solid effort. The play calling was much better, helping to alleviate the pressure the OL was under. Some players started making plays, notably WR's Tre'Shaun Harrison and Tamorrion Terry. With backs against the wall, the Seminoles deserve credit for the performance in this game; however, there is still much work to do. Mistakes and penalties continue to plague the team, noted by a hike over the head of QB Deondre Francois late in the game which could have proven quite costly. There were many defensive breakdowns, which stained an otherwise credible effort. Ricky Aguayo made some big kicks, which helped seal the win, and that is good because he was about to take a seat on the bench. FSU needs to build on this win, and win at Louisville, who is also on the struggle bus, next weekend. Participation in a bowl game may hinge on it.
Top 25
1. Alabama, 4-0, 1
2. Georgia, 4-0, 2
3. Clemson, 4-0, 3
4. Ohio State, 4-0, 4
5. Oklahoma, 4-0, 5
6. LSU, 4-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 4-0, 7
8. Stanford, 4-0, 11
9. Auburn, 3-1, 8
10. Washington, 3-1, 9
11. West Virginia, 3-0, 13
12. Michigan, 3-1, 16
13. South Carolina, 3-1, 14
14. UCF, 3-0, 15
15. Penn State, 4-0, 17
16. Miami, 3-1, 20
17. Kentucky, 4-0, NR
18. Oregon, 3-1, 19
19. Wisconsin, 3-1, 25
20. Texas, 3-1, NR
21. Duke, 4-0, NR
22. Texas A&M, 2-2, 23
23. Mississippi State, 3-1, 10
24. Michigan State, 3-1, NR
25. Brigham Young, 3-1, NR
OUT: Virginia Tech, (12), Oklahoma State, (18), Iowa (21), Texas Christian (22) and Boston College (24).
NEXT: Colorado, Texas Tech, NC State, California, Oklahoma State, Boise State, Florida, Syracuse, Iowa, Texas Christian, Southern Cal, Arizona State, San Diego State and Utah.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
While most Huskers recognized Scott Frost could not work miracles immediately, they thought the days of getting blasted were in the rear view mirror. That was not the case Saturday at Michigan. The Wolverines, who after losing the opener at Notre Dame, had played pedestrian football, up until Saturday. On this day, they looked like Alabama, man handling the Huskers on both lines of scrimmage. Yes, Nebraska has been upside down after losing an opening 'work out the kinks" game, then losing to Colorado and then Troy, where they fielded a walk-on third string signal caller. Freshman phenom Adrian Martinez started at quarterback for Nebraska, but he looked hobbled, although it mattered not. Michigan owned the line of scrimmage, and when that is the case, it makes life miserable. The defense was very shaky, the skill position players could not light a spark and the special teams were atrocious. While few expected to win at Michigan, many thought Nebraska would give them a fight. No such luck, and this one is on Frost. He knows it, and it should be noted there is much work to do. Frost commented this may be bottom, and outside of another lopsided loss coming at Ohio State, he may be right. But, this one hurt. Maybe it is the type of game that weeds out those who don't have the stomach for it. Fine with me, as it seems some players don't mind losing all that much. At any rate, Nebraska is 0-3 for the first time since 1945. Nowhere to go but up.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
Florida State played much better this week, as I expected, and got a double digit victory against Northern Illinois. NIU had played some stout defense this year, but was not much of a threat offensively. The offensive line, the centerpiece of the issues for Florida State in 2018, put in a very solid effort. The play calling was much better, helping to alleviate the pressure the OL was under. Some players started making plays, notably WR's Tre'Shaun Harrison and Tamorrion Terry. With backs against the wall, the Seminoles deserve credit for the performance in this game; however, there is still much work to do. Mistakes and penalties continue to plague the team, noted by a hike over the head of QB Deondre Francois late in the game which could have proven quite costly. There were many defensive breakdowns, which stained an otherwise credible effort. Ricky Aguayo made some big kicks, which helped seal the win, and that is good because he was about to take a seat on the bench. FSU needs to build on this win, and win at Louisville, who is also on the struggle bus, next weekend. Participation in a bowl game may hinge on it.
Sunday, September 16, 2018
The Color & Pageantry Top 25
College Football
Top 25
1. Alabama, 3-0, 1
2. Georgia, 3-0, 2
3. Clemson, 3-0, 3
4. Ohio State, 3-0, 6
5. Oklahoma, 3-0, 4
6. LSU, 3-0, 13
7. Notre Dame, 3-0, 7
8. Auburn, 2-1, 5
9. Washington, 2-1, 9
10. Mississippi State, 3-0, 10
11. Stanford, 3-0, 11
12. Virginia Tech, 2-0, 12
13. West Virginia, 2-0, 14
14. South Carolina, 1-1, 15
15. UCF, 2-0, 16
16. Michigan, 3-0, 17
17. Penn State, 3-0, 18
18. Oklahoma State, 3-0, NR
19. Oregon, 3-0, 20
20. Miami, 2-1, 22
21. Iowa, 3-0, 25
22. Texas Christian, 2-1, 23
23. Texas A&M, 2-1, NR
24. Boston College, 3-0, NR
25. Wisconsin, 2-1, 8
OUT: Boise State (19), Southern Cal (21) and Arizona State (25).
NEXT: Michigan State, Duke, Boise State, Colorado, Kentucky, NC State, California, Brigham Young, Utah and Arizona State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
Everything witnessed in a lost last week that gave great hope for the future was lost in a dismal effort against Troy on Saturday resulting in a home loss. Nebraska had to start Andrew Bunch, a 3rd string quarterback, and while Bunch was surprisingly pedestrian, the loss is not to be pinned on him. Ball control continues to be an issue, and the offensive line was ineffective. Nebraska's special teams are anything but special. It seems Nebraska is pretty good at losing, part of the culture that Scott Frost is working so hard to change. The good news is that signs of progress are visible, and once the tide shifts, good things are immediately in store, If Adrian Martinez is healthy and ready to go, we might see it Saturday at Michigan.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
You would be hard pressed to find a more pitiful performance than the one turned in by the once proud Seminoles at Syracuse on Saturday. Syracuse has a good quarterback, but he got knocked out in the second quarter, leaving the second string signal caller to direct the ass kicking which took place. FSU's offensive line is atrocious, lacking any kind of performing depth, thanks to the lackadaisical performance of former coach Jumbo Fisher and his bravado offensive line coach Rick Trickett. Thanks for nothing. Sadly, new coach Willie Taggart is so entrenched in his offensive mindset, he is not calling any plays to utilize areas of talent FSU does have to alleviate the pressure of the porous offensive line. With zeroes on the scoreboard, you might think he would recognize a tendency or two might need to be broken, but he does not see it. The players are beginning to become alarmed at the mind boggling ineptitude of the offense. The defense is battling, but becomes gassed, and falters. The Seminole faithful are in enraged, and the relationships are deteriorating quickly. Taggart needs to make offensive adjustments immediately, which should certainly include allowing snaps for backup quarterback James Blackman, who is a better runner than Deondre Francois and can roll out taking some pressure off the failing offensive line. If this keeps up, there is going to be a civil war between the Seminole fans and the administration/coaching staff. #Do Something, and fix it.
Top 25
1. Alabama, 3-0, 1
2. Georgia, 3-0, 2
3. Clemson, 3-0, 3
4. Ohio State, 3-0, 6
5. Oklahoma, 3-0, 4
6. LSU, 3-0, 13
7. Notre Dame, 3-0, 7
8. Auburn, 2-1, 5
9. Washington, 2-1, 9
10. Mississippi State, 3-0, 10
11. Stanford, 3-0, 11
12. Virginia Tech, 2-0, 12
13. West Virginia, 2-0, 14
14. South Carolina, 1-1, 15
15. UCF, 2-0, 16
16. Michigan, 3-0, 17
17. Penn State, 3-0, 18
18. Oklahoma State, 3-0, NR
19. Oregon, 3-0, 20
20. Miami, 2-1, 22
21. Iowa, 3-0, 25
22. Texas Christian, 2-1, 23
23. Texas A&M, 2-1, NR
24. Boston College, 3-0, NR
25. Wisconsin, 2-1, 8
OUT: Boise State (19), Southern Cal (21) and Arizona State (25).
NEXT: Michigan State, Duke, Boise State, Colorado, Kentucky, NC State, California, Brigham Young, Utah and Arizona State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
Everything witnessed in a lost last week that gave great hope for the future was lost in a dismal effort against Troy on Saturday resulting in a home loss. Nebraska had to start Andrew Bunch, a 3rd string quarterback, and while Bunch was surprisingly pedestrian, the loss is not to be pinned on him. Ball control continues to be an issue, and the offensive line was ineffective. Nebraska's special teams are anything but special. It seems Nebraska is pretty good at losing, part of the culture that Scott Frost is working so hard to change. The good news is that signs of progress are visible, and once the tide shifts, good things are immediately in store, If Adrian Martinez is healthy and ready to go, we might see it Saturday at Michigan.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
You would be hard pressed to find a more pitiful performance than the one turned in by the once proud Seminoles at Syracuse on Saturday. Syracuse has a good quarterback, but he got knocked out in the second quarter, leaving the second string signal caller to direct the ass kicking which took place. FSU's offensive line is atrocious, lacking any kind of performing depth, thanks to the lackadaisical performance of former coach Jumbo Fisher and his bravado offensive line coach Rick Trickett. Thanks for nothing. Sadly, new coach Willie Taggart is so entrenched in his offensive mindset, he is not calling any plays to utilize areas of talent FSU does have to alleviate the pressure of the porous offensive line. With zeroes on the scoreboard, you might think he would recognize a tendency or two might need to be broken, but he does not see it. The players are beginning to become alarmed at the mind boggling ineptitude of the offense. The defense is battling, but becomes gassed, and falters. The Seminole faithful are in enraged, and the relationships are deteriorating quickly. Taggart needs to make offensive adjustments immediately, which should certainly include allowing snaps for backup quarterback James Blackman, who is a better runner than Deondre Francois and can roll out taking some pressure off the failing offensive line. If this keeps up, there is going to be a civil war between the Seminole fans and the administration/coaching staff. #Do Something, and fix it.
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Never Forget
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| The World Trade Center |
Have you forgotten?
Windows on the world
Evil spit in our face on the morning of September 11, 2001. As America sought comfort on this horrendous day, most found God watching over us. We had faith, which helped us through the incredible grief. With evil lurking all around us, we found love, courage and faith standing tall in the fire.
Although this is a day of remembrance, we must never forget!I have not forgotten. Never Forget! Political correctness be damned, we must remain committed to taking out evil wherever it exists, foreign or domestic.
GOD BLESS AMERICA
*PORTIONS REPRINTED FROM 9-11-11 BLOGPOST.
Sunday, September 9, 2018
The Color & Pageantry Top 25
College Football
Top 25
1. Alabama, 2-0, 2
2. Georgia, 2-0, 3
3. Clemson, 2-0, 1
4. Oklahoma, 2-0, 4
5. Auburn, 2-0, 5
6. Ohio State, 2-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 2-0, 7
8. Wisconsin, 2-0, 8
9. Washington, 2-0, 9
10. Mississippi State, 2-0, 10
11. Stanford, 2-0, 11
12. Virginia Tech, 2-0, 14
13. LSU, 2-0, 15
14. West Virginia, 2-0, 16
15. South Carolina, 1-1, 11
16. UCF, 2-0, 16
17. Michigan, 1-1, 18
18. Penn State, 2-0, 19
19. Boise State, 2-0, 21
20. Oregon, 2-0, 23
21. Southern Cal, 1-1, 13
22. Miami, 1-1, 25
23. Texas Christian, 2-0, NR
24. Arizona State, 2-0, NR
25. Iowa, 2-0, NR
OUT: Michigan State (20), Florida (22) and Texas A&M (24)
NEXT: Texas A&M, Utah, Duke, Oklahoma State, Michigan State, Maryland, Boston College, Houston, Kentucky, Colorado, Mississippi, South Florida and NC State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
The Huskers got to play a game, and the day gave glimpse of a wonderful future; however, the Cornhuskers blew an eight point lead and lost to Colorado 33-28. The Buffaloes have a strong quarterback and a dynamic receiver the 'Huskers had trouble containing, but it was turnovers that made the difference. Get Nebraska now, because the more experience this young team gets, the more dangerous they will become. Frosh QB Adrian Martinez looked quite special, but he injured his knee and the severity is not presently known. If he is ok, Nebraska will score points a plenty; against just about anybody. With Martinez out, and Tristan Gebbia, who lost the job and transferred, gone, Nebraska will be taken down in octane. The line looked stronger, and the running backs, especially Maurice Washington, looked great. The defense gave up big time yardage, but flew to the ball and recorded half the sacks in one game than the defense recorded all season a year ago. Turnovers remained elusive for this group, but we all saw enough to know the unit is much improved from the idiocy employed in 2017. Hate to lose this one, and the canceled game would have certainly helped, but the future is quite bright. Especially if Martinez is healthy.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
The performance of the Florida State Seminoles against Samford at home Saturday night, after having taken a thrashing earlier in the week from Virginia Tech, was nothing short of alarming. Issues that plagued the Seminoles in week one hung around to hamper the effort in week two. The offensive line is very weak, and a quick fix is not on the horizon. Play calling to alleviate the issue is not taking place, and therefore, it is becoming difficult for the once dynamic Florida State offense. After playing very well as the game went on last week, the Seminole defense look lost against Samford. While the QB at Samford is a very good player, perfect for directing coach Chris Hatcher's offense, what went on defensively for the Seminoles in inexcusable. FSU has plenty of talent, so the troubles FSU is having are beginning to be of concern, as the blame is finding its way to Willie Taggart. I strongly supported the hire of Taggart, but the start to this season has been a disaster and the season is on the precipice of being lost. Given that, it is reasonable to now be questioning the hire. Taggart's mantra is "Do Something." Well, he had better do something, and quick. Perhaps giving James Blackman a go as signal caller is an option.
Top 25
1. Alabama, 2-0, 2
2. Georgia, 2-0, 3
3. Clemson, 2-0, 1
4. Oklahoma, 2-0, 4
5. Auburn, 2-0, 5
6. Ohio State, 2-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 2-0, 7
8. Wisconsin, 2-0, 8
9. Washington, 2-0, 9
10. Mississippi State, 2-0, 10
11. Stanford, 2-0, 11
12. Virginia Tech, 2-0, 14
13. LSU, 2-0, 15
14. West Virginia, 2-0, 16
15. South Carolina, 1-1, 11
16. UCF, 2-0, 16
17. Michigan, 1-1, 18
18. Penn State, 2-0, 19
19. Boise State, 2-0, 21
20. Oregon, 2-0, 23
21. Southern Cal, 1-1, 13
22. Miami, 1-1, 25
23. Texas Christian, 2-0, NR
24. Arizona State, 2-0, NR
25. Iowa, 2-0, NR
OUT: Michigan State (20), Florida (22) and Texas A&M (24)
NEXT: Texas A&M, Utah, Duke, Oklahoma State, Michigan State, Maryland, Boston College, Houston, Kentucky, Colorado, Mississippi, South Florida and NC State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
The Huskers got to play a game, and the day gave glimpse of a wonderful future; however, the Cornhuskers blew an eight point lead and lost to Colorado 33-28. The Buffaloes have a strong quarterback and a dynamic receiver the 'Huskers had trouble containing, but it was turnovers that made the difference. Get Nebraska now, because the more experience this young team gets, the more dangerous they will become. Frosh QB Adrian Martinez looked quite special, but he injured his knee and the severity is not presently known. If he is ok, Nebraska will score points a plenty; against just about anybody. With Martinez out, and Tristan Gebbia, who lost the job and transferred, gone, Nebraska will be taken down in octane. The line looked stronger, and the running backs, especially Maurice Washington, looked great. The defense gave up big time yardage, but flew to the ball and recorded half the sacks in one game than the defense recorded all season a year ago. Turnovers remained elusive for this group, but we all saw enough to know the unit is much improved from the idiocy employed in 2017. Hate to lose this one, and the canceled game would have certainly helped, but the future is quite bright. Especially if Martinez is healthy.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
The performance of the Florida State Seminoles against Samford at home Saturday night, after having taken a thrashing earlier in the week from Virginia Tech, was nothing short of alarming. Issues that plagued the Seminoles in week one hung around to hamper the effort in week two. The offensive line is very weak, and a quick fix is not on the horizon. Play calling to alleviate the issue is not taking place, and therefore, it is becoming difficult for the once dynamic Florida State offense. After playing very well as the game went on last week, the Seminole defense look lost against Samford. While the QB at Samford is a very good player, perfect for directing coach Chris Hatcher's offense, what went on defensively for the Seminoles in inexcusable. FSU has plenty of talent, so the troubles FSU is having are beginning to be of concern, as the blame is finding its way to Willie Taggart. I strongly supported the hire of Taggart, but the start to this season has been a disaster and the season is on the precipice of being lost. Given that, it is reasonable to now be questioning the hire. Taggart's mantra is "Do Something." Well, he had better do something, and quick. Perhaps giving James Blackman a go as signal caller is an option.
Friday, September 7, 2018
The Color & Pageantry Top 25
College Football
Top 25
1. Clemson, 1-0, 1
2. Alabama, 1-0, 2
3. Georgia, 1-0, 3
4. Oklahoma, 1-0, 9
5. Auburn, 1-0, 11
6. Ohio State, 1-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 1-0, 10
8. Wisconsin, 1-0, 7
9. Washington, 0-1, 4
10. Mississippi State, 1-0, 14
11. Stanford, 1-0, 16
12. South Carolina, 1-0 18
13. Southern Cal, 1-0, 17
14. Virginia Tech, 1-0, NR
15. LSU, 1-0, NR
16. UCF, 1-0, 20
17. West Virginia, 1-0, 22
18. Michigan, 0-1, 5
19. Penn State, 1-0, 12
20. Michigan State, 1-0, 15
21. Boise State, 1-0, 19
22. Florida, 1-0, 24
23. Oregon, 1-0, 23
24. Texas A&M, 1-0, NR
25. Miami, 0-1, 8
OUT: Florida State (13), Texas (21) and Arizona (25).
NEXT: Texas Christian, Iowa, Utah, Mississippi, Nebraska, Maryland, Oklahoma State, Northwestern, Boston College, Texas, Fresno State, Iowa State, N.C. State, Memphis, Florida State and Arkansas State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
Buzzkill. A complete washout.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
The debut of new head coach Willie Taggart, on an evening of incredible spirit at DOAK, was a complete disaster. The team was ill prepared, which in itself is stunning. Play calling, something we considered a strength of Taggart's given what we have observed over the years, was horrendous. The play of the offensive line, was in a word, offensive. No plays were called to take pressure off the group, which underachieved throughout the evening. Sadly, a quick fix up front does not look promising. Repeated screens to our powerful 6'2" 235lb running back Jacques Patrick, who will star in the NFL but ill-suited to out run people on the edge when we have a fleet of scat backs, was highly questionable. While the defense was quite strong after yielding an opening touchdown drive, five turnovers, including a punt blocked for a touchdown, is simply inexcusable. I enthusiastically welcomed the hire of Taggart, but this was a 102 MPH fast ball he just took a strike on, and a couple more like this and he might be heading to the dugout to alter up his resume, because what we witnessed Monday night along with a national television audience, simplly put, will not get it. DO SOMETHING, and fix this fast.
Top 25
1. Clemson, 1-0, 1
2. Alabama, 1-0, 2
3. Georgia, 1-0, 3
4. Oklahoma, 1-0, 9
5. Auburn, 1-0, 11
6. Ohio State, 1-0, 6
7. Notre Dame, 1-0, 10
8. Wisconsin, 1-0, 7
9. Washington, 0-1, 4
10. Mississippi State, 1-0, 14
11. Stanford, 1-0, 16
12. South Carolina, 1-0 18
13. Southern Cal, 1-0, 17
14. Virginia Tech, 1-0, NR
15. LSU, 1-0, NR
16. UCF, 1-0, 20
17. West Virginia, 1-0, 22
18. Michigan, 0-1, 5
19. Penn State, 1-0, 12
20. Michigan State, 1-0, 15
21. Boise State, 1-0, 19
22. Florida, 1-0, 24
23. Oregon, 1-0, 23
24. Texas A&M, 1-0, NR
25. Miami, 0-1, 8
OUT: Florida State (13), Texas (21) and Arizona (25).
NEXT: Texas Christian, Iowa, Utah, Mississippi, Nebraska, Maryland, Oklahoma State, Northwestern, Boston College, Texas, Fresno State, Iowa State, N.C. State, Memphis, Florida State and Arkansas State.
NEBRASKA ANALYSIS
Buzzkill. A complete washout.
FLORIDA STATE ANALYSIS
The debut of new head coach Willie Taggart, on an evening of incredible spirit at DOAK, was a complete disaster. The team was ill prepared, which in itself is stunning. Play calling, something we considered a strength of Taggart's given what we have observed over the years, was horrendous. The play of the offensive line, was in a word, offensive. No plays were called to take pressure off the group, which underachieved throughout the evening. Sadly, a quick fix up front does not look promising. Repeated screens to our powerful 6'2" 235lb running back Jacques Patrick, who will star in the NFL but ill-suited to out run people on the edge when we have a fleet of scat backs, was highly questionable. While the defense was quite strong after yielding an opening touchdown drive, five turnovers, including a punt blocked for a touchdown, is simply inexcusable. I enthusiastically welcomed the hire of Taggart, but this was a 102 MPH fast ball he just took a strike on, and a couple more like this and he might be heading to the dugout to alter up his resume, because what we witnessed Monday night along with a national television audience, simplly put, will not get it. DO SOMETHING, and fix this fast.
Thursday, September 6, 2018
The Bandit Says Goodbye
Although I knew he was in failing health, I was just so saddened to learn of the passing of Burt Reynolds.
As a kid, like so many, Reynold's portrayal of the Bandit in Smokey and The Bandit was the greatest thing ever. Reynolds racing across country in his Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with his cohort Cletus Snow (played by his good friend Jerry Reed) to bring Coors beer back to Atlanta will still stop me in my tracks if I am searching through the channels.
Reynolds began his wonderful life at Florida State University, where he played running back for the Seminoles. Burt made great friends there, which included Vic Prinzi and Lee Corso.
Reynolds love for Florida State University extended a lifetime. He was great friends with famed coach Bobby Bowden and was an incredibly generous benefactor to both academic and athletic arms of Florida State. Reynolds for many years filmed a halftime segment with the voice of the Seminoles Gene Deckerhoff. Before the likes of ESPN and the internet, these coaches shows were where you found the opportunity to watch game highlights. Reynolds shined doing this show, and we so appreciated him.
Reynolds was an accomplished actor, and while many of his movies were not of critical acclaim, he sure was. Several performances later in his life gave proof of that, but it wasn't anything he really worried about. Even so, he lived quite a Hollywood life, with relationships with several of the finest women in the business.
Never forgotten by Burt was his Florida roots and his entourage of friends. The first time I met Burt was in Tallahassee at an FSU game, where he traveled along with Dom Deluise, Ricardo Montalban, Charles Nelson Reilly, Ann Margaret and others. I ran into him at the Tampa Westshore Holiday Inn, after seeing Vic Prinzi waiting for him. Fortunately, I was in Tallahassee at a game two seasons ago where Burt placed the spear in the ground before the game, an honor bestowed upon a very select few.
Last year, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Smokey and The Bandit," although Pontiac is gone, a Chevrolet Camaro was modified to look like a Pontiac Trans Am and 77 were made. Reynolds participated in the design and rollout, an event in which Burt had Bobby Bowden along as a guest.
Tim Linafelt of Seminoles.com recounted a funny old story about Burt today:
"Burt Reynolds used to love to tell the story of how Bobby Bowden knew his name — “Buddy.” It wasn’t until later that he realized Bobby Bowden called everyone Buddy."
This is a tough one. Burt Reynolds is an individual I have great affection for, a cherished member of the Seminole faithful. His advocacy for our beloved Florida State University has always been greatly appreciated. His loyalty to his friends was admired, and his wisecracking sense of humor brought smiles to us all. Smokey and The Bandit will always get us going as we run east bound and down, and we can always thank Burt Reynolds and his gang of friends, most notably Jerry Reed, for that.
RIP Burt Reynolds! Go Seminoles!
Hell, I got to go!
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