TAM/USC . . . . Thoughts??

wlayton wrote: Initially believe USC was over confident and underrated TAM....but, imo...

1. Sumlin is a top 5 coach in college football (eating my words from 5 years ago)
2. Johnny who? Hill was lights out....it's the system not Johnny
3. Best WRing corp I've seen in a long time.
4. Love they never took their foot off the pedal.

Ditto, and ESPECIALLY number 4. I LOVE number 4!

What can be said about the butt kicking that TAM put on USC? Reading some of the things being posted, not only this board but others outside of the State of Georgia.

First thing that some of us need to look at is this (JMO). . . . Outside of the State of Georgia and especially outside of the Southeast, coaches, teams and universities have had enough of hearing how good the SEC is.

Every team outside of the SEC "controlled areas" are in this game of American Football at this point for one reason . . . . beat any team in the SEC and turn this around. Don't doubt for a minute that there are many "out there keeping count". They are.

While this might seem that "they" are "teaming up" on us, have to agree with "some of them".

College football can only take the next step if everyone realizes the importance of winning games. Ever wonder why M&M, Disney and ABC wanted to "invade" the SEC? I really don't need to answer that . . . . right? Will however, they gain control. Don't believe that, hide in the bushes and watch.

NFL had an "eye opening" when college football went from computer generated finals to a "panel" of folks. That I promise you raised eyebrows in the LEAGUE.

One thing that is now causing concern in the NFL is the "fact" that college football is now moving away from the NCAA. That will cause "competition" between the NFL and college football. Take from that what you want. Take the "rose colored glasses" and drinking the "NFL koolaid" away from the table . . . . college football is a "competitor". The minor league days of college football are close to being finished, again, don't believe for a minute that the NFL is not aware.

You folks remember kentdaddy and myself broaching on this subject? Yes, a couple of years back, more like three, but my Brothers, change will come FAST. I said that. Not as a smart aleck, just a "dude" that once upon a time loved college football. Said that also.

GooseDawg78 wrote:

Buc wrote:

Buc wrote:
Saturday is not far off.

USC loses, we are up one game in the SEC East. We have talent, wonder if we can capitalize on "talent" finally? Just asking.

Great ? Buc,

I WANT to answer yes we can & yes we will....BUT, my sincere answer is I will believe it when I see it

Hey Buc, after watching that game from Section 326 last night, how bout I revise my answer to a HELL YES!!!

GO DAWGS!!!

Goose, maybe it is our turn now. Do know one thing . . . . we have "teachers" on the defensive side of the ball. I say that for this reason and hope that many don't take it wrong.

We have been a team that "forgot" what wins in the SEC, and . . . . National Championships. Must play defense and we have been "pretenders" for far too long.

While some might not like this comment, you know me . . . . Bobby Dodd coached Georgia Tech and understood that you have to line up and play defense, along with that a kicking game will win many games.

I love what Todd Gurley did yesterday and all of his days in Athens. I look a bit deeper into what it takes to win in the SEC. Pruitt/Rocker and Company brought back the backbone of what it takes to win consistently.

Facts. The defense shut the Clemson offense DOWN. Did not give the Clemson defense "time to fill their lungs with oxygen". Not taking anything away from Todd Gurley, but our defense did aid our offense by playing SEC football. Anyone that has played the game realizes just how important the "new way" that was played yesterday is the "old way" revived.

There are some offensive linemen of the future that will benefit greatly from what happened between the Hedges yesterday. Not only did the defense grow up in the second half, the offensive line did also in the second half. Offensive line will be a step or two above the way they played yesterday, next time around.

Important to keep our "emotions" in check. rockdawg used that term yesterday and in my mind that was insightful.

For this old fart, it is fulfilling to see "positive results" from the Spring and Fall practices playing out in the Classic City.

Will Friend, thank you. No explanation needed.

Goose you were there, as usual. Want to hear more from you about the game. That is not for hits on this site, it is a request from a Brother that respects what you have to say.

Know that the Auburn game is a "thing" for you and the Bride. Said a while back that I believed that Pruitt/Rocker and Company were preparing us for that game. Not that game alone, but we know what Auburn does and with a new defensive coaching staff, just getting ready for something that could "happen between the Hedges".

Pruitt faced Malzahn prior to coming to Athens. Against Clemson, another team that Pruitt had faced off with while in Tallahassee, he made a statement. Yesterday Pruitt/Rocker and Company made a statement against an offensive coordinator that is highly thought of in college football. Results are all that matter.

If we are ok in the injury area, that game could be "off the charts" for M&M.

Not overlooking other teams, said before I think teams like Arkansas would/could surprise. Their game yesterday was more than interesting. Bret Bielema believes in offensive and defensive lines, admire him for stepping into the SEC. Bielema is a serious college football coach. Glad that he is a head coach in the SEC. Man has no fear, JMO.

Buc, interesting mentioning Bielema. I flew in a expert in my hobby over the weekend from Wisconsin and he is a devout Wisconsin Badger fan and we talked about the program and Bielema leaving. Now this is just his comments but he said most in Wis are glad that he is gone because basically they felt his attitude and arrogance wasn't acceptable for their program. His words...."he's a jerk" and most didn't want him representing UW.