The Rest of College Football

[Dr. Strangelove]

Well that sounds like a wise decision, not the usual mismanagement I associate with the Lions.

[THE_WIZARD_]

There is a new sheriff in DTW...and he wants no part of BURGERMEISTER MEISTERBURGER!!!!!!!

[AlabamAlum]

As for UAT, they seem to be struggling on the recruiting trail. Lots of lower rated guys and the higher ranked ones are obvious BGTC players. I'm not sure how far downward UAT must recalibirate expectations -- I'm thinking aTm or maybe Arky-levels -- but there's no doubt a downward recalibration is a must.

The only question for this year is how many TDs will HARBAUGH!!!! obliterate Kirby by? Will it be worse than the UGA-TCU game?

And on a personal note, Alabam"Alum" has been a long-time contributor of stuff to this forum and done wonders to modestly tamp down well-earned prejudices against the Irish, Scots and Mississippians. Of the many posters we've encountered, he is definitely one of them. So, please, let us show grace in this trying time for him as The Nick ebbs into the shadows of CFB history.

Things are dire. I’m not sure where 247 had us ranked in 2023 or looking forward into 2024, but I know it’s bad.

The despair hangs heavy over the once green valleys, rolling hills, and pastureland surrounding Tuscaloosa. The lingering faint scent of the dying flowers of the field gives me a sense of foreboding. But what I am trying to recall? Struggling to connect that scent to the elusive memory brings a chill. Then, the mental fog clears and the horrid remembrance is revealed. A funeral. Of course, a funeral…

The encroaching darkness brings with it dread. The smell of death covers the hillside like a shroud. All things must end. Every flame burns out. The end sometimes comes before we are ready, but it comes nonetheless. Relentless. Inexorable. Time, dear friends, is the fire in which we burn.

Light a candle. Say a prayer. Bow your heads and remove your hats. Respect for the dead sets us apart from the beasts. Do your part, friends, do your part.

[lineygoblue]

good grief

[Mike]

Every M unit is better than every OSU unit except MAYBE wide receiver. So, I'm not sure how M could be anything other than a much bigger favorite to win the CFP than OSU's shitty ass team.

Michigan has proven they can beat OSU. Also that they can’t win in the playoff. They can still beat OSU and not match up with UGA.

[crashcourse]

AA has obliterated any claim I have to the FOS crown

[AlabamAlum]

Congrove has Bama at #11:

https://www.collegefootballpoll.com/rankings/

[iam416]

Wow. Optimistic.

That poll has M as run-away #1. Solid.

I’m not clear how M can be better at every position than OSU and somehow not be better bet to win CFP than OSU.

Things are desperately bad in Columbus. I feel a little awkward complaining about OSU’s plight in front of AA, but it’s a plight nonetheless.

[AlabamAlum]

Talent,

It’s a burden I must bear. Beaten and bloodied, but my head is unbowed. I will travel to Nashville, Memphis, or Shreveport at season’s end and try to accept my alma mater’s diminished station. Relegated to become an Akron or Nebraska. The Ozymandias of college football.

[lineygoblue]

lol

[Mike]

Talent,

It’s a burden I must bear. Beaten and bloodied, but my head is unbowed. I will travel to Nashville, Memphis, or Shreveport at season’s end and try to accept my alma mater’s diminished station. Relegated to become an Akron or Nebraska. The Ozymandias of college football.

[THE_WIZARD_]

We don't deserve to be mentioned with Akron. We ain't that good.

[WingsFan]

stfu

[THE_WIZARD_]

Ok

[WingsFan]

College football is on! VCSU and Jamestown. I guess its called the Paint Bucket. Wondering if one of them could beat Nebraska and yes I have it on.