SLOW NEWS DAY: TAKE THIS TIME TO PURGE.
In lieu of refunding everyone’s daily subscription fees for what’s turning out to be the first letdown day following the OMG GREATEST FOOBAW WEEKEND EVAR 2K8, we’re taking a step back. There’s absolutely nothing interesting happening today, so we’re focusing inward and using this time to improve ourselves as fans by confessing our greatest cardinal football sins. We surveyed ourselves, fellow bloggers just as strapped for content as we are this afternoon, and a few intrepid commenters. The following is our preliminary list of trespasses against our fellow man, our school loyalty, and in several cases against humanity itself.

Forgive me father, for I enjoy the sounds of “Rocky Top”.
ORSON, Florida: “I like Georgia’s colors.”
HOLLY, Tennessee: “I think the recitation of Neyland’s Maxims is one of the dumber traditions in college football and would like nothing better than to see it scrapped.”
PB, Texas: “I don’t hate Kirk Herbstreit like I should. It’s pitiful. He has some weird charisma that overwhelms my rational mind. Maddening.”
SIGNAL TO NOISE, USC: “I’ve started to hate Mark Sanchez. I was uneasy with it; there was something I couldn’t place. I was kind of “well, he’s the QB of the team I root for,” but when the announcers last week compared him to Vince from Entourage, my hate made sense.”
ROCKABYE REGGIE NELSON, Florida: “I prefer games on TV to games in person.”
WORSTFAN, Ohio State: “I want Ohio State to lose again, so I can stop trying to rationalize how they still deserve to be in consideration to be “in it”. I say this as a holder of two Ohio State degrees and former 5 year resident of the 43210.”
BURRITOBROSSHITS, Florida: “Feigning love for the Buckeyes to get laid. Actually worked but I felt really dirty and guilty afterwards. I didn’t have the heart to tell her, though, so I just bounced.”
MONDAY MORNING PUNTER, Ohio State: “Daryll Clark is the man! He strikes me as the kind of guy that could take a girl out to a nice dinner the one minute and then toss her down a flight of stairs the next.”
LT. WINSLOW, Miami: “Fuck it. I don’t regret it. I shared a brief, romantic moment with my coke-whore ex girlfriend’s best friend inside the privacy of a stall in the women’s bathroom in the west endzone of the Orange Bowl at the ‘06 Miami-FSU game. There were little teardrop shaped titties and a baggie of white powder and I’d do it again if I had the chance.”
We feel better already. Please, do join the purge party below with your worst transgressions.









1
Kyrana says:
I am a die-hard Alabama fan, but I don’t own one thing with a houndstooth print on it.
October 14th, 2008 at 3:53 pm
2
The Great Barstoolio says:
I miss soulja boy.
I KNOW.
October 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
3
Holly says:
Additional confession: Despite extensive family connections in Texas, I thought Sam Bradford was cute for like a whole year before I saw his pores in HD.
October 14th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
4
hlh says:
hlh, Georgia: I actually feel empathy for Coop and wish him and those defensive end thieves well. I also own a pair of jorts.
October 14th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
5
CK says:
…..at the 2001 SEC Title Game between my beloved LSU and Tennessee I made my way to the mens room in the 2nd quarter and vomited all over my hands, LSu long sleeve t, and the Vol fan in front of me. I never apologized and ran away.
…and when I got back to my seat I told my friends that a Vol fan had puked on ME, thus forcing me to remove my outer layer of clothing.
god it felt good to tell that. Have told NO ONE until now.
So…skinny rat tail having Tenn fan-15 year old with tears in your eyes and my puke on your back…i’m sorry
October 14th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
6
Mätt says:
I enjoy listening to Sugar Ray. I deserve whatever I have coming to me.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
7
Brian says:
I once declared my undying love for Taylor Bennett.
I too think the UGA colors look good…but only on convertibles.
I actually never had any respect for Larry Munson, even though I feigned it.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
8
Petrino's Bitch says:
He’s the best player to ever put on an Arkansas uniform, but I cringed every time Darren McFadden spoke into a microphone.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
9
Sue E. Pig says:
I second the sentiments of PB, Rockabye Reggie, and the lad giving confession in the photo.
Additionally, I think the quirkiness of LSU (white jerseys at home, numbers painted every five yards instead of ten on the field, double legged goal posts, BACs beyond normal human limits) is pretty damn cool.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:04 pm
10
lt.winslow says:
FUCK, i just thought of another confession. this one makes me feel really guilty and disloyal.
much as i miss the O.B., i gotta admit that i really like the fact that i get to see replays on that big-ass HD jumbotron now that we’re at dolphins stadium.
i’m sorry. i can’t help it.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:04 pm
11
tjruf says:
seminole war-chant = awesome
October 14th, 2008 at 4:04 pm
12
psuphiman80 says:
Winged helmets aren’t that bad.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:05 pm
13
skinnyphatman says:
skinnyphatman, Georgia Tech: after growing up in a UGA household, Hershel Walker was my hero*, long through my undergraduate days in Atlanta. I hope they serve beer in hell.
*and probably at least one of his personalities still is today.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:05 pm
14
Brian says:
Also…I think our stadium is butt ugly. Even though it has a nice view.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:05 pm
15
DevilGrad says:
DevilGrad, Miami University — I root for Ohio U in most nonconference games.
http://www.everydayshouldbesaturday.com/2007/02/02/fulmer-cup-update-ohio-university-is-on-the-board/
October 14th, 2008 at 4:06 pm
16
The Great Barstoolio says:
I like having seat backs. Sorry, OB! I’m so sorry!
Also, I sort of find Charlie Weiss attractive. Not physically, mind you, but in that “he’s a dark, twisted asshole” kind of way.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:07 pm
17
Ray says:
Ray, Michigan: I played doctor with my cousin for far too many years.
What? Oh, I like Ohio State’s jerseys.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:08 pm
18
BurritoBrosShits says:
I find myself humming Hail to the Victors sometimes because its a damn good fight song.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:08 pm
19
soledad says:
During the Redacted Era, I could only make it a quarter or two in the Swamp until I retreated to Cluck-U or Balls to keep drinking.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:10 pm
20
Billy From Baton Rouge says:
I used to watch Grey’s Anatomy for reasons that had nothing to do with getting laid or masturbating to Katherine Heigl.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:10 pm
21
BurritoBrosShits says:
@Soledad: I wholeheartedly understand
October 14th, 2008 at 4:11 pm
22
The Great Barstoolio says:
Oh, last one. I accidentally scratched another car with my door in the parking lot the other day and I didn’t leave a note because they had a Florida license plate.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:11 pm
23
Billy From Baton Rouge says:
I also passed on a ticket to LSU’s overtime upset of Tennessee in 2000 because I couldn’t stand to watch them get blown out a week after losing to UAfuckingB. I watched that game in my dorm room and felt simultaneously joyful and sick.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:14 pm
24
Pirate says:
Pirate, Texas Tech: I was born there and raised there but no amount of good golly nice folks can make Lubbock anything other than the suxs. Although the close drive to snow skiing rocked.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:15 pm
25
Big Jon says:
I find the Pop McKale “Bear Down” story to be quite touching. Since almost no one here knows what I’m talking about, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bear_Down_Arizona#History
I need a shower now.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:15 pm
26
Holly says:
OH, man, Billy, thanks for reminding me—I slept through Tennessee’s 4th quarter comeback over LSU in ‘05 because I was home sick with some godawful flu, then woke up to the hollering in the street and ran down to Neyland barefoot to join the riot like I’d seen the whole thing.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
27
Stacy Keibler Luvs Me says:
Chow Chow Chow Dept:
Even though Norm Chow went to the cross-town enemy UCLA, and wears those awful colors, I still do not dislike him.
While the USC guy that screwed him over – Kiffin – just got a taste of his own medicine by senile Al Davis, with no pay —to add insult to injury, or just desserts, which better describes the situation.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
28
AllWhoYonder says:
I’d rather read blog posts about the failures of other teams than the success of my own.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
29
Maceo24 says:
Maceo24, Michigan: I prefer the Gary Moeller era Wolverines to any other era (Bo included). I hope I can still keep my “block M” hat and my season tickets.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
30
Ahab says:
Ahab, UF: I used to pretend to be Herschel Walker as I ran over my little brother and his friends.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
31
Pinto says:
I don’t mean to sound like Clay Travis, but I always found FSU coeds more attractive than our UF girls. I still think Sterger is incredible.
And I’m ashamed.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
32
Signal to Noise says:
Additional note to my confession: I think it may also have something to do with Sanchez deciding on wearing the #6 jersey.
I just don’t think that number looks very good on a QB. No, sir, I don’t like it, and you can imagine that this wreaks havoc on me every Sunday, too, because I’m a Broncos fan.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
33
soledad says:
Also, I would still welcome Spurrier back with open arms. Though I doubt Urban would take kindly to an “open” relationship.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:23 pm
34
Monday Morning Punter says:
DevilGrad, Miami University — I root for Ohio U in most nonconference games.
I always pull for Michigan when they don’t play us
October 14th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
35
Kecalf Bailey says:
I assume that I wouldn’t like at least 75% of all other Alabama fans if I knew them. Sometimes they are just so damn redneck it makes me feel ashamed.
Also, Tuscaloosa is one of the shittiest college towns there is. Campus has some beautiful old buildings and such, but the city of Tuscaloosa is the worst city.
I used to live in Jasper, AL and I would consider them to be comparable.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
36
samsquantch says:
Samsquantch, Oregon: I rooted for the Beavers to beat the Trojans. I feel dirty for even having a rooting interest in that game let along being glad that the aquatic rodents won.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
37
beth says:
Cheering for WVU victory = cheering for my sex life. I *do* want them to win though, also…
October 14th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
38
vegas_buckeye says:
I am hopelessly addicted to college football.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
39
Big Jon says:
There are some Autumn Saturdays when I’d rather stay home and watch games on the couch rather than tailgate all day. Not because it’s too hot or anything, but the thought of curling up on the couch with the dog sounds like a nice change of pace. I mean, the game doesn’t start until 7 pm. Why do I ahve to be there at 9 am?
And it’s okay S2N, you don’t have to rationalize it. This is a safe place.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
40
Holly says:
OK, last one, corollary to Big Jon’s: On any given Saturday night, I’d rather fall asleep drunk with a pile of friends in front of the late-night WAC game than go out. No contest.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
41
now_a_hoo says:
I’m a football polygamist, but that’s mostly a sin against myself (if you root for two BCS teams and an FCS team, you’ll never have a completely happy weekend, ever).
But as a Michigan fan and a UVa fan, I’m embarrassed to say I’ve dated a tOSU fan, and alumnae of MSU and UNC. As Clay Davis would say, “That’s some shameful shit!”
Oh, also: I don’t hate Maryland’s unis.
mea culpa, mea maxima culpa
October 14th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
42
King Puppy says:
I find Mike Leach incredibly entertaining, even when he (very frequently) rips on the Aggies.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
43
sjs1959 says:
sjs1959, Memphis: I LIKE Phillip Fulmer and feel sorry for all the crap he’s getting now.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
44
Teddy DuPay says:
Theo, UF – Due to the annual showdown in Jacksonville, few Gators fans realize that Athens is the far superior college football town overall.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
45
The Humanitarian says:
I much prefer UCLA’s colors and mascot (same goes for Cal). Cardinal and Gold just doesn’t work as well as variations on Blue and Yellow, and bears are the coolest things on land. Trojans are just some sad old dudes that actually lost the war.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:35 pm
46
Doug says:
I’m dating a UF grad. Bachelor’s and master’s.
(Oh, and Orson: Damn straight you like Georgia’s colors.)
October 14th, 2008 at 4:35 pm
47
NOLAcane says:
1. I like the Warchant alot. Its on my ipod, its just pretty f’n cool.
2. Things I hate include the U gang sign, being called “NFL U”, and our fans who take pride in such things
October 14th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
48
Signal to Noise says:
Holly @ 40, that corollary is a universal.
Big Jon @ 39 – thanks. I know I don’t have to have a rational reason, but I’m glad my loathing has two irrational reasons behind it.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
49
Big Jon says:
Holly,
As an Arizona State grad living in the EST, that’s my date every Saturday night. maybe it makes me a shitty boyfriend, but the day isn’t complete unless I hear the not so dulcid tones of Petros Papadakis hyping up a WSU-ASU matchup like it’s the MNC game. Mmmm, FCS Pacific. That’s some good stuff right there.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
50
CrimsonBarrister says:
CrimsonBarrister, Bama: I married a Tennessee fan, don’t mind if she wears orange the 3rd Sat. in October and I think the Vol Navy is really really cool….
October 14th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
51
Texy says:
After barstoolio’s Charlie Weis confession, suddenly my deep dark secret of finding Bob Stoops kind of hot seems tame.
Here’s one: Bonfire was a cool tradition.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:39 pm
52
ChopBlock says:
As an auburn fan, I would rather watch Alabama lose than watch Auburn win.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:41 pm
53
samsquantch says:
Another: while I truly enjoy Washington being the Pac Ten’s bitch with every fibre of my being, I feel bad for Ty Willingham.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
54
ClemsonHorn says:
When I was in 6th grade, my aggie science teacher gave us extra credit on our tests equal to the score differential of the tamu game, and I cheered my little heart out for those guys.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:44 pm
55
DogBrewer says:
DogBrewer, Ole Miss – I think tailgating in the Grove is kind of a pain in the ass… I’d just as soon set up near the car.
I also kind of like the Raycom 11:30 game.
Father Manning please forgive me…
October 14th, 2008 at 4:44 pm
56
HeadThief says:
I dated a Notre Dame grad that was a Texas fan. Thank God that didn’t work out.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
57
Swamoma says:
I thought there were a lot more scumbags and rednecks at Gator home games than at Neyland or Athens. I thought Baton Rouge was way more fun for tailgating, and I enjoy being an away fan more than a home fan.
PS If I lived in Florida I don’t know that I would wear Gators stuff everyday.
I feel better now.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
58
BamaTaxMan says:
BamaTaxMan: Alabama
Let’s see, grew up in Tuscaloosa, two degrees from the University, worked for the Alumni Association my last two years on campus….yup, I married an Auburn grad. And as such, I don’t hate on Auburn as much as I did in my twenties, when I had a “Have you kicked your tiger today?” bumper sticker on my car.
Also, I really like LSU – Mike, nights at Tiger Stadium, the tailgate food (which would qualify as the best restaurant in Red Stick), white jerseys.
Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
59
Signal to Noise says:
#53 – seconded. He looks like he’s made a series of bad decisions as a coach, but I wonder how different it would have been if he had stayed at Stanford.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:47 pm
60
MSR says:
That’s considered a sin among AU fans, ChopBlock? Hell, I thought it was a prerequisite.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:48 pm
61
Pandemonium Reigns says:
Pandemonium Reigns, Tennessee – I think the Strip in Knoxville sucks and secretly wish it could be like Athens.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:49 pm
62
Counter Trap says:
I thought Mike Gundy was a man at 39. I believe Florida midget running backs can gain yardage on third and short. I know it was WRONG to think anything positive about Mike Stoops, Rutgers and/or anyone with the last name “Holtz.”
October 14th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
63
Michigan Gator says:
I openly root for Ohio State to beat Michigan State whenever they play because I hate Michigan State even more than teams from Ohio… although I still wish there was a way they could both lose.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
64
Petie says:
Alabama fan.
I married into an LSU family, and I want to have Les Miles’ big-balled manbabies.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:51 pm
65
sneaky_love says:
sneaky_love, Arkansas — I sold the coke to Matt Jones
October 14th, 2008 at 4:52 pm
66
ChopBlock says:
Everything. OK! I’ll talk! In third grade, I cheated on my history exam. In fourth grade, I stole my uncle Max’s toupee and I glued it on my face when I was Moses in my Hebrew School play. In fifth grade, I knocked my sister Edie down the stairs and I blamed it on the dog… When my mom sent me to the summer camp for fat kids and then they served lunch I got nuts and I pigged out and they kicked me out… But the worst thing I ever done – I mixed a pot of fake puke at home and then I went to this movie theater, hid the puke in my jacket, climbed up to the balcony and then, t-t-then, I made a noise like this: hua-hua-hua-huaaaaaaa – and then I dumped it over the side, all over the people in the audience. And then, this was horrible, all the people started getting sick and throwing up all over each other. I never felt so bad in my entire life.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:52 pm
67
4.0 Point Stance says:
Forgive me father, for I have sinned…
For the past three years I have had a gigantic man-crush on Pete Carroll. Seriously, I would fling myself into a pool of lava for that man.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:53 pm
68
Big Jon says:
I believe Jake Plummer was vastly overrated for having only one good season (his senior) within an extremely run-heavy offense.
(Typing that one made my soul burn a little.)
October 14th, 2008 at 4:55 pm
69
bj says:
I’m happy Brock Berlin got his revenge after being forced out of Florida.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
70
That Dog says:
I think Barack Obama is intelligent.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
71
vegas_buckeye says:
I wear crocs.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
72
Never Leave College says:
Never Leave College, South Carolina – I dated a girl with two clemson degrees for almost two years. Oh yeah, her father was an ex-president of IPTAY. Gamecock fans, you may commence with the stoning.
October 14th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
73
WorstFan says:
This is a double sin. I once stayed at a party with a buddy after all 5 of the house’s inhabitants and drank their beer until 8 am the next morning, THEN lived in said house with 3 of the same people that use to live there for 2 YEARS without ever mentioning the incident nor paying them back in the least. I consequently proceeded to pass out and sleep through the entire proceeding Penn State-tOSU home game, marking the only home game in 5 years I missed.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
74
Texy says:
vegas_buckeye wins.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
75
Ted says:
Ted, GT — I don’t like most people I meet from GT. I find Georgia graduates to better rounded, more likable people.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
76
Cleat Meat says:
My 10-year-old son doesn’t like college football, and mocks my devotion to my beloved Trojans.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
77
Patterson says:
Even though I’m a Gator fan, I hum Rocky Top to myself when I’m working.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
78
Stacy Keibler Luvs Me says:
Addicted to USC Footbawwwww Dept:
I have skipped a number of events (many involving family, friends, blah, blah, blah) to watch USC football, and have not regretted any of them. I need a 14-step program or something, no?
October 14th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
79
x says:
Graduate of both LSU and USC, but went to the Ohio State game in Columbus Saturday wearing an OSU hat. And had a good time doing it.
And, I married an Auburn grad who grew up a Notre Dame fan because her dad went there. I have issues…
October 14th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
80
beerbaron says:
LSU:
I would rather tailgate beyond drunkeness and watch the game on tv than actually go to the game 75% of the time. Although, I’m not really sorry for it. Our home schedule is routinely a piece of shit.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
81
streetweirdo says:
streetweirdo, Alabama: I think Auburn’s eagle flight is the coolest pre-game ritual in all of sports. Wow, it’s weird to express that thought outside of my own head.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
82
Ashamed UM Fan says:
-Steve Breaston was a sub-par WR at best
-Tom Brady was not that great in college
-I used to wish Tressell coached UM instead of Lloyd
-I hate Juwan Howard and Glen Rice
October 14th, 2008 at 5:05 pm
83
haveagreatday says:
LSU
@64 – feel your exquisite pain, my friend. I married an Ole Miss girl and do my very best to get back to the Grove – often to the exclusion of BR. And, sweet lord of fried turkeys, please forgive me, but I really do not like the “geaux” everything. I can actually feel the adrenaline shooting off my kidneys as I type this.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
84
dogtown gator says:
Shit, Orson. Just realized that my brand new Mini convertible is Red+Black. I still love it.
I loved Georgia’s TD celebration last year at the WGOCP. Thought it was ballsy.
Marvin Jones with his black visor was a pure joy to watch; Darth Vader with closing speed for FSU circa 93.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:08 pm
85
eponymous says:
eponymous, UGA:
I lay awake at nights thinking that the only reason for our resurgence under Richt is because other SEC powers like UT, Bama, and UF were asleep at the wheel, and we are about to be little brother again.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:09 pm
86
dogtown gator says:
Burning Man is the most amazing uplifting spiritual wonderful bacchanal phenomenal experience but missing the first weekend of football every year is nearly too high a price to pay.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:11 pm
87
ChopBlock says:
Frankly there is nothing to do in Auburn other than smoke weed.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:12 pm
88
Land of Os(borne) says:
Nebraska -I voted against Tom Osborne for both Congressman and Governor.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:13 pm
89
ChopBlock says:
I really dont believe that Lane Kiffin will be our new OC
October 14th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
90
tzubear says:
tzubear, Oregon State:
1. U of O girls are hotter than Oregon State coeds. Even if they are more annoying, I still enjoy thier company more.
2. I am jelous of Nike’s patronage to the green ones. Were closer to Beaverton dammit! —- runs away sobbing.
3. I am late to this party and I dont care
October 14th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
91
Rockabye Reggie Nelson says:
@57: Despite wearing a Gators shirt right now, I consider it more camouflage and less choice as a current UF undergrad.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
92
WarCardinals says:
WarCardinals, Auburn -
1. I actually like “Hey Alabama.” It’s catchy.
2. The War Chant is the shit. Gets me hyped up no matter what, and I HATE FSU.
3. Toomer’s isn’t nearly the best lemonade I’ve ever had. Not bad, but not the best.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
93
gosouthgohard says:
gosouthgohard, Georgia Tech – I once thought Reggie Ball was an amazing quarterback.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
94
the croominator says:
the croominator, Ole Miss: I have to agree with DogBrewer…Groving used to be fun. Now if there’s a choice between the Grove/Vaught-Hemingway and sitting in Parrish’s for the game, that pub on the Square wins out. Also, I cheered against Ole Miss all last season so Orgeron would be fired and people would quit building all those fucking condos.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
95
WarCardinals says:
Oh, one other thing:
Outside the Supper Club, the bar scene at Auburn blows
October 14th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
96
dogtown gator says:
dogtown gator, UF: this one will feel good to let out: It was unfair that FSU had to play us twice in 96.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
97
sjs1959 says:
sjs1959, Memphis, part 2: I am OPPOSED to on an On-Campus Stadium at Uof M because there’s just no room.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
98
Rockabye Reggie Nelson says:
Also, before NCAA Football dumped its awesome create-a-school feature (seriously, where the hell is that?), I used Rocky Top as my faux dynasty’s fight song, because, post-touchdown, it maddens like no other piece of music, ever.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:22 pm
99
damn strong football team says:
I think Southern Cal routinely plays a bad ass non conference schedule (including traveling TO SEC schools) that would eliminate most of the country from MNC contention. But LSU would still kick their ass anytime anywhere.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
100
DC Trojan says:
The first pep rally I attended at freshman orientation, I looked at all the blond people making the fight-on gesture, at night, with the marching band, and thought, fucking hell, it’s Nuremberg without the torches.
I’ve never seen SC play at the Rose Bowl, and I really don’t care if I do.
I can’t get Notre Dame’s fight song out of my head for a week after the game.
Deep down, I know I should have gone to Cal.
I find it strangely relaxing to listen to Bob Davie’s commentary.
Bonus soccer admission: Sometimes I wish I came from a country that could actually qualify for the World Cup.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:26 pm
101
ClydeB says:
ClydeB-UCLA
1. Pete Carroll is a badass. And ‘WIn forever’ tops anything I could have thought of.
2. I’m not a huge fan of His Coachness Rick Neuheisel (I grew up in Colorado, and his departure left a bad taste in the collective mouth.) I am on record before the event as saying firing Dorrell and hiring Slick Rick would be a nightmare (yes, I was THAT drunk). The fact that I might be warming up to him makes me cry inside.
3. I look forward to hearing the Trojan marching band. And when I hear Tusk I want to maul people. (Yes, like a bear. The Humanitarian is right about bears.)
October 14th, 2008 at 5:27 pm
102
Tater Salad says:
Tater Salad, Alabama:
I actually think Auburn is somewhat of a nice little town, except on gamedays.
I got to Neyland early on gameday so I could catch the UT players running through the T. I also enjoyed the Vol Navy. And, much to my shame, I called my fiancee, also a Bama alum, from our tailgate (we were with UT fans) to drunkenly inform her that Smokey had just strolled past. I thought it was cool… So did she…
October 14th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
103
ClydeB says:
I also find it hard to root for other Pac-10 teams just because we’re in the same conference. My degree isn’t from “Pacific Ten University” its from UCLA (ok, technically its from the University of California.)
October 14th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
104
samsquantch says:
Tzubear-despite being a Duck I liked Ken Simonton more than Joey Harrington. Joey was just waaay too “aw gosh gee golly” Joe College for me. Ken Simonton’s screeds on the NCAA was Black Panther-ish.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:31 pm
105
horn in the desert says:
horn in the desert, Texas:
1.) The fringe motif on the UT band and cheerleaders is ridiculous.
2.) So is the “world’s biggest drum.”
3.) I have the sneaking suspicion that my school (BA and JD) has done less with more than any other D-I school in history. And that’s still including the 2005 MNC.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:31 pm
106
That Guy says:
USC* – 2 things, both of which make me sad:
1) I find Tiger Rag to be a very catchy song, and normally can’t get it out of my head for weeks after playing them. Ditto, Rocky Top.
2) When I was a senior in h.s., I decided I was going to UGA. I applied, got in, got housing, everything. Pulled for them my senior year in sports against USC. I have h.s. friends who will never forgive me, and college friends I will never tell.
*If you couldn’t figure out which USC I’m talking about, you should die.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:31 pm
107
Tater Salad says:
Also, not really football related, but once upon a time, a roommate owed me and our other roommate money that we fronted to keep us all from being evicted. He repaid us by taking his sweet ass time to pay us back, all the while meeting us at various bars.
So one night, I peed in the driver’s seat of his convertible. He never knew. It’s probably still piss soaked. And I don’t feel bad.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:32 pm
108
DevilGrad says:
Bonus soccer admission: Sometimes I wish I came from a country that could actually qualify for the World Cup.
I still root for Scotland at every World Cup — even when they haven’t qualified.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:33 pm
109
Crabapple Buck says:
Crabapple Buck, The Ohio State University – I have many confessions.
I find some of the traditions of other schools to be really cool, such as the splitting of the T for the team entrance at Tennessee. The LSU tailgates have the best food. Jump around at Wisconsin.
I also find the zaniness of the SEC to be somewhat normal and the relative calm of the north to be a bit disturbing.
I accepted pity sex with Bama Band girls after the 1979 Sugar Bowl (we lost 35-6) and dated an attorney from ND before I was married. I also pull for Michigan until we play them so their pain will be worse when they lose. Although this year and last have found me glad to see Appy State and Toledo win.
I hope a benevolent God will forgive me even though it is Tuesday.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
110
DC Trojan says:
ClydeB: I’m right there with you on the conference thing. Also, I envy the fact that some UCLA cheerleaders appear to be gorgeous *and* bright.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
111
5.5 year plan says:
In my 6 seasons of undergrad at Athens, I missed 0 Home games, yet had to re-watch every single one of them on TV to realize what actually happened.
Thanks Beamer
October 14th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
112
Graysnail says:
Graysnail, Tennessee:
I turned the ‘05 LSU game off at halftime because we had no shot of coming back. Furthermore, there hasn’t been a big conference game since 2002 that I’ve expected the Vols to win, ever. So much for team confidence.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
113
DC Trojan says:
DevilGrad @ 105 – I identify the African country that is 1) least likely to get out of the first round, and 2) has a game against their former colonial oppressor, and support them. It’s a close substitute.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:37 pm
114
Kenny says:
Though they are bigger, stronger, faster and more impressive I tend to like the historical more than the contemporary.
I find, this season, that I might enjoy small college ball more than the big time product. Most of this has to do with crowd size.
Every fan base’s thought that their fans are classier than yours is a fallacy. Broke my heart when I learned we had colossal jerks too.
WarCardinal: Ever have it back in the day when Mr. Echols hand squeezed it? It was different then. Better and different. Lots of things were.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:38 pm
115
Adam West's chauffeur says:
Adam West’s chauffeur, Nebraska
1) I love Boulder
2) I hate the ‘N’ on our helmets and the script ‘Huskers’ logo. Yes, I’m a snob of the creative cognoscenti, but this imaging reeks of mailbox lettering and Zubaz pants.
3) Every weekend I see Uncle Verne, I secretly wish I was in the SEC.
4) I’d rather party in hell with Barry Switzer than have Sunday dinner with Tom Osborne. Hands down.
Dr. Tom said I would deny him three times… **sobbing**
October 14th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
116
Jersey Gator says:
I own a Rex Grossman Bears jersey.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
117
ClydeB says:
DC Trojan
Actual conversations (seems to be a recurring theme) I had with fellow Bruin re: USC (recent vintage)/Oregon (2001 specifically) playing in bowl and for national championship
Him: I want USC/Oregon to win, it will be better for the conference.
Me: How the fuck does USC/Oregon winning a championship make us better?!
I must have missed that class on transitive football greatness.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
118
ClydeB says:
Ok, this one will hurt. When I was in high school, I went to a USC/UCLA game in the Rose Bowl. And rooted for USC (who lost). I even bought a USC hat to wear at the game (which I believe I still have somewhere).
October 14th, 2008 at 5:46 pm
119
gindole says:
I often find myself humming our opponents fight song the entire week leading up to the game….and thinking some of them are pretty cool.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:48 pm
120
Doug says:
I think Tim Tebow is a phenomenal football player, a great role model, and an all-around terrific kid.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:52 pm
121
WhiteSpeedReceiver says:
WhiteSpeedReceiver, Minnesota.
My best friend is from Wisconsin and is a huge Wisconsin fan.
I openly wished for the return of Glen Mason when we lined up in the shotgun on a 4th and 1 in the opener against Illinois St.
I would rather watch SEC or Big XII games than any Big Ten game not involving Minnesota.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
122
ged3 says:
ged3, Texas: I didn’t get upset after the loss to aTm in 1999. I figured they deserved one after the whole collapsing bonfire thing.
Also, I hate the key jingling thing. I feel like a terrible sport by association when everyone around me starts doing it.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
123
TigerNacho says:
TigerNacho, LSU
I would never admit this outside the walls of this globally-accessible, yet anonymous Internet, but…I still miss Saban.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:57 pm
124
Stacy Kiebler Luvs Me says:
Pickin’ Poison Dept:
#117: As a USC fan, I obviously do not care for UCLA (Conference or no Conference) and Notre Dame…
… but when those two recently played against each other, for the first time ever I actually wanted the Bruins to win the games against Charlie Weis’ miserable teams. Interestingly, I did not have the ‘who the hell cares who wins mentality’ about these games. Too bad they lost and gave my condolences to my ucla friends.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:02 pm
125
Jmuthaf'nT, UF says:
I went to the game this weekend and got so drunk I passed out in a stall during the first half. My friend had to come and find me, which he did somehow. dont know how many stalls he peeked over before he found me and asked if i was okay
October 14th, 2008 at 6:06 pm
126
LitiGATOR says:
LitiGATOR:
1) I think Rocky Top is an awesome song; I mentally sing along when the Vols come to town
2) I kinda like Georgia; If I wasn’t born into a family of rabid Gator fans, I could see myself liking them
3) I feel like UF is the retarded step child of the SEC when it comes to tailgating and game attire.
4) I envy the “More Traditional Football Powers” because their traditions are way better than singing “We are the Boys”
5) FSU is actually a pretty good school.
6) Urban Meyer is an asshole, but I LOVE IT
7) I think that Bobby Bowden is a worthless sack of shit, even though I suspect that he’s truly a decent, Christian man.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:07 pm
127
ClydeB says:
#123 ‘As a USC fan, I obviously do not care for UCLA’
As a Bruin, I wouldn’t want it any other way.
re: ND
Condolences were appropriate after that pair of disasters, especially the second one.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
128
Sherlock's Sidekick says:
GT fan: I frequently watch clemson and wake forest games even when there is better football on tv, and only because cullen harper and riley skinner are incredibly hot
October 14th, 2008 at 6:13 pm
129
crawtater says:
It’s already been lightly mentioned above @122, but I’ve been bottling this in for three and a half years (no, not just since Saturday):
SABAN, COME BACK. PLEASE.
We’ve just about run out of your leftovers.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
130
sec supremacist says:
sec supremacist, Auburn: I’m actually kind of jealous of the Bear.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
131
hlh says:
Sister Mary Holly, I hope you’re getting all this.
And @127, I hope you’re female, otherwise, get back in the booth. nttiawwt., but we’re talking absolution here.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:28 pm
132
Holly says:
Don’t go judging now, hlh. That’s for Football Jesus. This is a safe place for us to lift off these burdens free of repercussion.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
133
sd9 says:
sd9, Ariz. State
I am jealous of SEC fans’ passion, SEC college towns, the SEC’s TV contract and SEC schools’ committment to winning. My wife is a Gator and she demands that our unborn child go to Florida, and while I externally put up a fight, deep down I agree.
That being said, I’ll never pull a Shanoff.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
134
jamiedawg says:
jamiedawg, Georgia
1. I would sleep with Pete Carroll in a heartbeat because he is hot….
2. I secretly think that the inner Miami cheezwhiz will surface in the robot that is Mark Richt, who is the SEC’s most boring coach
3. I love the GA tech fight song and sometimes find myself singing along with it.
4. I think the Vol Navy is amazingly cool
we will not speak of this again.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
135
Leif Eriksen says:
I actually admire OU’s 7 national championships.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:36 pm
136
Florida says:
Here it goes-
-I am in love with the Vol Navy, Calhouns and the splitting of the T.
-I think the far majority of Gator students have embarrassingly low football IQs and dress and behave poorly on gamedays.
-I wish we didn’t play Georgia in Jax so I could experience a game day in Athens.
-As with many Gator fans, I would have welcomed Spurrier back with open arms…even over Urb
-I feel myself getting a bit sick of “the spread”
October 14th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
137
Benny Lava says:
Father forgive me for I have sinned….it’s been 3 nanoseconds since I last wished that sorry sack-o-shit Willingham on @53 and @59 footbaw teams of choice.
Maybe he can work the wonders for your team(s)….that he did for ours and others…
Oh, btw, Father, I’m not finished……forgive me for thinking that Pam Ward is da hottness.
Actually, not really, I just wanted to see you all cringe.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
138
Reed says:
Hang On Sloopy is a catchy fucking tune. And while we’re at it, The Victory March ain’t half bad either.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:49 pm
139
rw88, Georgia Tech says:
1. UGA’s kickoff yell is awesome
2. GaTech uniforms are still pretty hideous, they need to not use that shitty mustard gold color
3. I do not mind ditching Tech games for SEC games, they are eons more fun and the women are hottt
4. yellow jacket = bad mascot
October 14th, 2008 at 6:54 pm
140
inthevalley says:
inthevalley, Auburn
I’m actually pretty happy to see Alabama return to national prominence. I just wish it wasn’t happening as my team is doing a nosedive into mediocrity.
Congrats, Bama fans.
October 14th, 2008 at 6:55 pm
141
Orson Swindle says:
Orson, Florida: I have to physically restrain myself from singing along with “Hold that Tiger” at LSU games.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:00 pm
142
PortTrojan says:
Humanitarian, I half agree with you. Could care less about bears, but I admit that the old powder blue UCLA uniforms are my favorite in the NCAA (and I do like USC’s).
Tzubear, you might be right about Oregon girls vs. OSU girls, but amazingly, your cheerleaders and dance team are much better looking than SC’s song girls – the second great disappointment from my visit to Corvallis a few weeks ago.
DC Trojan, pre-BCS, it was awesome going to the Rose Bowl in spite of all the “pageantry” blabber you’re forced to hear.
I still resent the fact my (now deceased) father forced us to go to a Howard Johnson’s motel in Palm Springs for a “vacation” instead of the 55-24 SC-ND game in ‘74. I got a ridiculous spanking for being such a bitch about it during the Sunday night replay the following evening.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:00 pm
143
Studley says:
I really don’t like night games in Tiger Stadium. I only say I do, since it’s the majority opinion. Day games are much better.
Oh, and Houston Nutt is an extremely smart coach, in my opinion. I enjoy hearing the word “giggity”.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
144
crawtater says:
(…continued from 129)
also,
(1) Sweater vests look classy;
(2) I like Michigan because of their helmets;
(3) And I get a little nauseous 98% of the time an SEC player speaks into a microphone.
There. I feel much better. Go Tigers!
October 14th, 2008 at 7:03 pm
145
She Blinded Me With Violence says:
She Blinded Me With Violence – Gamecocks
1. There are a ton of attractive young ladies that go to Clemson.
2. I sat in the student section twice for a Clemson home game but only once for a Carolina home game.
3. I have more Clemson friends than Carolina friends.
4. I’m embarrassed by a large portion of our fanbase.
5. In spite of his obvious dementia, speech impediment, Notre Dame homerism, and being responsible for 63-17, I still like Sweet Lou.
6. I’ve never been to an SEC road game.
7. I’d rather watch a game at home so I have absolute control over televisions, food, atmosphere, etc. than go to a game or a bar/restaurant to watch a game.
8. I had a man-crush on C.J. Spiller.
9. I really liked the Spurrier-led Florida teams. Even when he’d emasculate us on a yearly basis.
10. I became a bandwagon Bama fan because of their ‘92 national championship team.
11. I never graduated from Carolina but have sang “We Hail Thee Carolina” at the games.
12. I think our marching band is the lamest in all of college foobaw and our halftime shows bore me to tears. You can’t play “25 or 6 to 4″ every damn time. Also, fuck Chicago.
Remember, none of you saw me write any of this.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:06 pm
146
morgantownie says:
I didn’t get that excited about Mountaineer Football until ‘06. I’ll be returning to my pre-Pat White level of enthusiasm about… Now. Thanks Eddie Pastilong.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
147
Yostal says:
Yostal–Michigan
I think the concept of “Michigan Man” is woefully misunderstood, particularly by those who espouse the idea of being a Michigan man.
I like Joe Paterno and I feel a little bad that Michigan has beaten him nine straight times, including PSU’s only loss in 2005 on a last second play.
I like the key play. I always have and I always will.
I feel better. Thank you Holly.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
148
RanchyBalls says:
RanchyBalls (UF), Despite my upbringing (my first clothes were Blue and Orange), I get chills when I hear Rocky Top played when UT runs into Neyland. I blame the fact I was forced to live in Tennessee for the first 18 years of my life.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:14 pm
149
Woooo.Pig.Sooie. says:
I like the simplicity of the Tennessee “T”.
I hate Mark Richt because he is so flawless.
I think Texas has a pretty awesome football team this year.
I love tailgating in Oxford.
I hope I have the gorgeous silver locks of Pete Carroll when I get old.
I like Linkin Park.
I love the Cubs more when they suck.
I hated Shea stadium.
When I’m sick I would rather watch the Food Network than ESPN.
I covet pedicures.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:18 pm
150
This is Your Captain Speaking says:
This is Your Captain Speaking, Auburn:
1. Even though I have season tickets, many fall weekends, I would rather work in the yard and hang out with friends at Taco Mac rather than dealing with the hassle of trucking down to the Plains (this was true even before AU’s current offensive woes). This is due, in part, to Auburn’s cupcake scheduling.
1a. I have been known to go to fall weddings.
2. I love the Vol Navy.
3. Despite growing up an orange-and-blue Auburn fan, I seriously considered going to UGA.
4. I voted for Bob Barr (I know this is a politics-free zone, but I HAD TO TELL SOMEBODY).
October 14th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
151
Jerkwheat says:
Jerkwheat – Arkansas
1. Whenever I go back for Arkansas games, I often think that I probably got a better education at my midwestern directional university than I would have had we not moved away from Arkansas when I was in high school.
2. There are times when I look at the schedule and lust for membership more geographically appropriate Big 12.
3. I don’t hate Texas as much as I’m supposed to.
4. I really wanted to hire Mike Leach to replace Nutt last year just for the comedic possibilities.
5. There isn’t much I wouldn’t do for the wishbone to become the preeminent college football offense again.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:23 pm
152
Koheez says:
Koheez, Colorado;
1) As a 10 year old I cried in the Orange Bowl after Rocket returned the kick, pre-flag. Instant water works.
2) You can never justify a 5th down…..
3) Boulder is not heaven on earth. Its a place where rich white kids from California and the east coast have priced out in-state kids while making it a less diversified city. There aren’t even hippies in the city anymore, just yuppies.
4) Who cares if we have the mountains. I’d rather have a 106K stadium and great game-day scene. Tailgates + Suburbans with ski racks = zzzzzz
5) Colorado should leave the Big 12 and join the Pac-10. It can’t compete with Texass and Oklahoma.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:25 pm
153
MikeLew says:
MikeLew, Ohio State:
1) I cannot stand many OSU fans, who remind me of spoiled children, complaining about every little thing.
2) I really liked Lloyd Carr as a coach, even before Tressel went 6-1 against him.
3) I passed on PSU-OSU tickets in 2002, instead going to a game with a girl that I didn’t have a chance of getting with.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:26 pm
154
Coop says:
That priest looks like Tommy Bowden.
Anyway, yeah I admit that I like Steve Spurrier. Hated to see him become the coach at South Carolina like the rest of the Clemson fanbase because he was, and by was I mean was, a great coach at one time, but I hated to see it personally because I liked him a great deal when he was at Florida.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
155
NRBQ says:
Late to the party, but as a reader of Doug’s blog, I’m shocked that he’s dating someone.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:29 pm
156
WarDamnEagle says:
WarDamnEagle, Auburn
1. I still can’t coherently explain the whole Tigers-War Eagle-Plainsman thing to any non-Auburner.
2. In spite of their damned jumping mascot, South Carolina’s entrance is the best in football. Hands down. It blows the locked-arms thing at Auburn out of the water.
3. The greatest parking lot scene in college football isn’t outside of Jordan-Hare Stadium… or any other S.E.C. stadium. It’s at, gulp, Notre Dame.
4. USC would have killed — not beat, killed — Auburn in the 2005 Orange Bowl. Oklahoma probably would have won, too.
5. Tommy Tuberville’s blind loyalty to SOME of his assistant coaches, but not others, hurts the program… especially these days.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:32 pm
157
Carolina_girl says:
Carolina girl: South Carolina Gamecocks.
1. I grew up in a Notre Dame household and became an avid SoCal fan.
2. I applied to and got a scholarship to Southern Cal before I even thought/heard of another school called USC.
3. I too think Cullen Harper is hot.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
158
RotoJeff says:
RotoJeff, Northwestern: I’m *really* jealous of the Gameday experience that virtually every other school has compared to us. Forget the win-loss record and talent on the field – I can deal with that. It’s the lack of cool traditions, full stadiums, loud fans, loud bands, or hell, even a non-generic mascot that drives me nuts. Even when we’re good, our fanbase is lame.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
159
TJ says:
I still love Ron Zook. One of the highlights of undergrad was meeting him before the 2004 Outback Bowl against Iowa.
I like FSU’s fight song. Not the War Chant thing, but the real fight song. …and now it’s in my head.
“There’s no other name so glorious” is a bit strong.
I like Peyton Manning. It helps that I never really saw him as a threat at Tenn, I guess.
I was raised a Notre Dame fan.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:43 pm
160
kwajmahall says:
Auburn fan here.
Unless we are playing against each other, I want Alabama to win every game they play. I like those ole Crimson Tide rascals. My daddy is the spitting image of Bear Bryant.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:43 pm
161
Schnelly-ade says:
Schnelly-ade, Florida Atlantic
1. My program is just 8 years old, I am envious of all college programs & traditions because we have none. No really, we do not have anything.
2. I went to the Cap One Bowl with some of my best friends and fell in love with Wisconsin Football and the Fifth Quarter.
3. I believe in the man, the legend himself Coach Schnellenberger will bring us to greatness and that I just hope the time I spent celebrating in New Orleans as the quickest program to win a bowl game will be repeated much sooner rather then later!
4. I love college football and will gladly give up my fall Sundays so I can have my Saturdays.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:48 pm
162
Schnelly-ade says:
@145
Regarding your claim of lamest college footbaw band, I raise you my FAU Marching band. Reasons that illustrate our lameness:
1. At our home game against Troy their band was larger by at least 2 to 1; they were so loud too and our band was like little church mice.
2. Our band wore uniforms that were identical to concession stand workers at arena where Florida Panthers play.
3. We outsourced our band to different High Schools for about 2 seasons.
October 14th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
163
Biggus Rickus says:
1. I think Buck Belue is an annoying douchebag.
2. I like Georgia Tech’s unis.
3. I kind of liked Spurrier’s arrogance when he was coaching at Florida.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
164
Jersey Gator says:
I sing the ND fight song all the time.
I love Michigan’s winged helmets.
I think Pete Carroll is awesome.
I have a huge Colt McCoy man crush, have since his freshman year.
And, most embarrassingly, I’ve been to one college football game in my life…………..Rutgers vs Pitt.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
165
Jon Galt says:
Bama fan-
While walking around Tuscaloosa on gamedays and sitting in Bryant-Denny, I wish we could swap our fans with a more rational, educated set of fans. Auburn often comes to mind
October 14th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
166
Darkknight says:
I found Chris Leak not only likeable, but physically alluring.
And I’m a Bulldawg.
And a man.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:06 pm
167
Beau Trahan says:
Beau Trahan, Texas:
I loved watching Adrian Peterson run the football. I always felt a little cheated that he battled the injury bug because he had the chance to be the greatest running back of his generation. He should own at least one Heisman Trophy and be widely regarded as the best running back of his generation.
And he seems like a much more likeable guy than that sorry excuse for a human being we were handing the ball off to, Cedric Benson.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:08 pm
168
softbatch says:
Heh, I just saw the real Orson Swindle on PBS’s Frontline.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
169
Bones Crosby says:
Alabama fan:
1. The smug arrogance of some Alabama fans annoys me to no end.
2. I’ve never met an Auburn or Tennessee graduate I didn’t like.
3. The way Nick Saban became coach at Alabama left something to be desired. But I would not want anyone else coaching the team.
4. After getting a parking ticket in Columbus, Ohio in the summer of 2006, I uttered some curse about the Buckeyes not winning a championship until I got my $20 back…..There are witnesses to this
October 14th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
170
hlh says:
10. I became a bandwagon Bama fan because of their ‘92 national championship team.
Excommunication. Burn.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
171
Daywalker trailer park says:
I had/have a mancrush on Mike Shula. He wasn’t the man for the job, but he did everything with class, even his departure.
I envy the War Eagle fly-in and wonder why we can’t get an Elephant.
I attended my 1st College Football game at UW Husky Stadium, and think its lakeside setting is spectacularly beautiful.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
172
This Guy says:
This Guy, UF
1. I didn’t choose a small private school over UF…I didn’t get into UF. (Well, the second time around. I DID actually choose a small private school over a public one
2. Mark Richt seems like an okay guy.
3. Even though there’s probably no connection, I’m inordinately flattered that there is now a That Guy on the EDSBS comment section.
4. There’s too much smoke in UF’s recruiting office to have no fire.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:21 pm
173
socalbryan says:
Confessions of an USC alum, Los Angeles:
I grew up a bRuin fan, and would still cheer for them if it didn’t mean automatic harassment from my bruin friends.
When I first went to USC, it hurt to put on that t-shirt and instantly become a smug rich kid.
I hate most of the fans at the coliseum, be they rich snobs or raider fans looking for a replacement for the long ago departed nfl team.
I think reggie took the money, and I hope he blows out both knees as punishment from god. However, I want to keep his heisman so we have just as many as ND and tOSU.
I like Rick Neuheisel. In fact, I think the combination of he and Norm Chow will end up bringning balance to the force… er, pac 10. Plus, rick is smart (USC law alumni and was admitted to princeton).
I miss norm chow. Pete has not and will not win the MNC without him.
Matt Leinart is a douche.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:23 pm
174
Raider Red says:
Texas Tech:
Our fan base is a bunch of cheapasses.
I admire the unison and coordination of Aggy.
I am jealous of UT’s recruiting budget.
I wish the Big 12 had a national game on network TV each week.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:27 pm
175
dixiehack says:
Dixiehack, Alabama
* LSU has a kickass band, mascot, cheerleaders, tailgate scene, etc. My young son has adopted them as his favorite team … and I don’t really mind.
* I have a soft spot for UAB, and actually want the program to survive and prosper.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:30 pm
176
mike says:
40-ish New South White Liberal Apologist with a Ph.D. he probably doesn’t deserve, Mississippi State University: I don’t think Sylvester Croom is ever going to get it done here. Special teams look like they’re straight out of the SWAC.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:35 pm
177
Tripper says:
Tripper, Florida
Not only to I like Rocky Top, Warchant, Hold That Tiger, Hey Alabama and Leroy Brown (UGA), but I also think our fight song blows. It’s corny, 1970s rah-rah crap. There, I said it.
I think our tailgating situation is terrible unless you have an extra 13 grand to pay for Bullgator parking. But even then, there is no shade and even less grass.
Georgia girls are hotter, classier and know more about football.
In fact, Florida’s fanbase, for the most part knows very little about football pre-1990. The students know very little pre-2001.
I once wore a UGA hat to a UGA football game on Thanksgiving weekend. I cheered for them to beat Ga. Tech. In my defense, I was drunk enough to explain that the G on the hat stood for Gators, and I didn’t miss the FSU game … it was our bye week.
I used to have a mullet. I still have jean shorts. I don’t care.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:36 pm
178
JamesWest says:
Forgive me, Father, but as a devout Sun Devil fan, I’m beginning to doubt Dennis Erickson’s abilities. I’m willing to say 10 Hail Mary’s and believe you if you tell me that it will all be alright after Koetter’s rejects leave school and DE gets his own players on the squad…amen.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:38 pm
179
devin says:
Georgia:
-Despite the sacrilege of anything anti-stafford, I can’t help but think Joe Cox wouldn’t have thrown two picks inside Tennessee’s red zone.
-It’s not a man-crush exactly, but despite his allegiance to Tennessee I can’t stop picturing Eric Berry in Red and Black. I wonder if he does the same thing, and it makes me sad. Plus he never calls home anymore.
-Ole Miss girls are hotter than UGA girls. I can’t believe I said it, but it’s true and universally known. It’s that whole “increased academic standards” thing in Athens. THE HOPE SCHOLARSHIP IS KILLING OUR ASS RANKING!!!
October 14th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
180
softbatch says:
1. I love the Atlanta Braves over any other sports team.
2. I’ve attended only three GA Tech games and only one while a student.
3. Of those three games, I’ve only been drunk once, and it wasn’t when I was a student.
3. Growing up in a UGA household but having gone to Tech, I’m only slightly happier when UGA loses vs. when they win.
October 14th, 2008 at 8:46 pm
181
joaj34 says:
joaj34, Georgia:
I also prefer games on TV rather than in Sanford Stadium
I cannot control myself at tailgating anymore, so I think I need to stay home
Rockytop lives inside my head along with The Victors and Victory March…and Fight On
I believe we’re overrated…sometimes vastly
Something about Tech’s triple option makes me happy
October 14th, 2008 at 8:48 pm
182
ronald says:
UGA:
I grew up an Auburn person in SW Georgia, so I hated UGA with a passion until the HOPE scholarship essentially dragged me there. I had to convert or face four years of total football misery. I received my father’s permission (no kidding). It took four years, up until last year’s blackout game, for me to cheer against Auburn. And despite the fact that I have come to love UGA and have lived here in Athens for six years now, I know I will never love college football as much as I did when life was simpler and I was just an Auburn guy.
DAMN YOU, CRIPPLING FEAR OF STUDENT LOAN DEBT
October 14th, 2008 at 8:53 pm
183
Tommy says:
Tommy, Ohio State
“The Victors” sticks in my head for weeks after the tOSU-UM game…I feel ashamed, yet can’t get rid of it
October 14th, 2008 at 8:57 pm
184
WarlikePlainsman says:
WarlikePlainsman, Auburn
I envy Alabama’s power. Not just the championships and the prestige but the dark side of the power as well.
I think that the fact that the Bear could get us put on probation every time we turned him in for cheating is badass. Not just new Corvette badass but Bronson and Eastwood in a bareknuckle brawl circa 1975 badass.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:04 pm
185
jacketexan says:
As a GaTech alum:
-I love the music for “Up with the White & Gold”, but I think the lyrics are incredibly cheesy (especially compared to “Ramblin Wreck”)…I just think it’s lame to mention your rival in your fight song.
-I like UGA’s Battle Hymn song.
-Occasionally I find myself rooting for Clemson…although I usually feel icky about it and immediately repent.
-Think that The Varsity is too greasy.
-Secretly wished (until this year) that Mark Richt was our coach.
As a Texan, born and raised:
-Am somewhat glad that the SWC broke up.
-Frequently find myself rooting against Univ. Texas, even when I dislike the team they are playing.
-I cannot get excited about a TCU vs. SMU rivalry…sorry, but tailgating parties should not be catered, and should never have a BMW ratio of over 50%.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
186
Etch Westgrin says:
Alabama – It’s been said, but the eagle flying around Auburn’s stadium is really cool.
Also, large swaths of Alabama’s fanbase embarrass me.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
187
VolunteerValtrex says:
Volunteer Valtrex – UTK
The Victors is a great fight song.
I hate the “Wooooo” in Rocky Top.
Most Vol fans are FAT.
Cowbells are awesome.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
188
Walter FTW says:
Walter FTW, Auburn fan.
1. I think Tray Blackmon is overrated.
2. I think Nick Saban is the best coach in the SEC, and I hope to see his team in the MNC.
3. I like LSU just as much as Auburn, and yes, I realize that this is dumb.
4. I have occasionally rooted for Miami.
5. I care about the Saints and the Colts much, much more than I do Auburn or LSU, and no, I can’t explain why.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
189
maskedavenger says:
Michigan fan
1. OSU’s skull session rocks
2. ND has a beautiful campus
3. Given it’s stature in college football, Michigan should have more than one national title from 1949 to now.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:17 pm
190
Synaesthesia says:
As a Virginia Tech fan, I continue to believe that some day we will have an offense decent enough to go with the kind of defense we produced the last 4 years (not including this year), and that we will be able to make a legitimate run at a national title.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:26 pm
191
VandyDores04 says:
Vandy Fan here,
I almost wanted to marry a Tennessee fan… *shudder*
I think that our marching band might be worst in the country (we had a bleeping paper mache shark one year on the field)
I like the Tennessee marching band and that damn circle..and I actually watch it when they come to play at Vandy
I kind of miss expecting to lose and dreaming for the win… this whole expecting to win thing feels dirty and wrong.
i am not going to cut myself to make the pain stop…
October 14th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
192
TJ says:
I didn’t mention it explicitly before, but Florida fan here.
One more: the Tennessee band’s pregame show, including when the football team runs out, is really fucking cool.
Also, to the Vandy fan above: don’t worry, your band is still not nearly as bad as Miami’s. Most high school bands aren’t even that bad.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:34 pm
193
Gen. Stoopnagle says:
Ok, so it’s my turn to confess…
Gen. Stoopnagle, Georgia:
As an undergrad at a small third-tier public university in Texas, I cheered for Auburn. But for good reason: they beat UF in the Swamp.
I think too many UGA fans are rednecks and that many others have an overblown estimate of UGA’s place in CFB history.
I, too, would sometimes rather sit at home and watch a full slate of games with the wife and hounds than spend all day ‘gatin’ and then ‘tween the hedges.
I also have a massive man-crush on Pete Carroll (but I don’t really think this is a sin – perhaps because I’m Episcopalian?)
And… I kind of like Jessie Palmer as a color guy on ESPN.
That last one really makes me feel dirty because I know he is somewhere, right now, wearing capri pants.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
194
VolunteerValtrex says:
Volunteer Valtrex – UTK Vols
addendum*
I tried Crystal Meth once, ’twas extraordinary.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
195
cone says:
*and God cried*
October 14th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
196
Big Jon says:
Arizona State (still)
We have the worst fanbase of any program that is/aspiring to be a national level program. Fickle, whiny, and generally uninterested. I won’t even get into the administration’s choking out of tailgating, which certainly doesn’t help the issue at hand.
The kids in Tucson have a nicer campus and gameday atmosphere than we do in Tempe.
I really wanted to go to U of A, but ASU offered me a scholarship and my family basically forced me to either go there or somewhere in-state (VA). There was actually a time in my life when I had to lobby to the parents as to why UA and Tucson were better than ASU and Tempe, and I meant every word of it. Luckily I caved. Fucking sell-out.
This is terribly therapeutic. Thanks, Holly and Orson.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
197
That 5.0 Guy says:
That 5.0 Guy, USF -
-I love the football team, hate the university itself with a passion. Particularly Genshaft.
-Our students are retards in some many different ways from not knowing how to taligate to being living, breathing douche bags.
-Matt Grothe looks like a fetus.
-Those gliter guys you found pictures of? I’ve met them, and if I met them again in a stairwell, I would gladly push them down, then light their broken bodies on fire.
-I have anger management issues, which means I understand Jim Levitt in ways I didn’t think were really possible.
-There’s a reason the school has talented players and that reason is low entry requirements. It’s why I want to murder all lower-classmen I ever had to deal with.
-So, yeah, point one sums it up, I like the team, hate the school.
-And I secretly envy the power-running game of UConn. It’s like a the scene in Saving Private Ryan where the guy gets stabbed by the german as slowly stabs him. It’s gut-wrenchingly amazing.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:39 pm
198
Geaux Irish says:
GI, Domer:
In 1996 I thought Holtz was no longer a good coach and that the grass would be greener on the other side.
I received my karmic bitch slap with Davie, O’Leary, and Willingham.
I, also, think that Andre Ware is a good color commentator for the early Saturday games on ESPN.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
199
joaj34 says:
This is soul cleansing, so I’ll add some more sins:
I like Lee Corso, Mark May and Lou Holtz
I don’t really like a lot of other UGA fans and sometimes secretly wish of being an alum of a small school with no football team from the northeast so I could just relax and enjoy Saturdays in the fall
Bye-weeks bring me a feeling of unexplainable joy; there’s no pressure or liver damage (well…)
I, too, have harbored questionable feelings about Pete Carrol
I preach about discipline and fundamentals in football, but still get giddy thinking about the endzone dance in JAX last year
October 14th, 2008 at 9:50 pm
200
oneeyegeorge says:
Oneeyegeorge, U of Arkansas
I openly rooted for Texas during the Red River Shootout.
I masturbated on a full-to-the-max Greyhound bus.
You can decide which is worse. Both are bad.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
201
DawgBoy83 says:
DawgBoy83, UGA
(Confession is, truly, good for the soul…)
- Because I now live in South Carolina, I’m cool with my kids getting free scholarships to Clemson and/or (the other) USC.
- Early in my childhood, I lived in southern Mississippi and learned “I’m a Rebel”… and I pull for them harder than any other SEC team outside of Athens. That’s “safe”, because we never play each other. If we ever have to, I hope it’s close.
- I may actually feel a bit sorry for Tech when we play them this year.
- I don’t care for our “four-finger wave” in the 4th quarter.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
202
Gen. Stoopnagle says:
More? Really?
I would buy a bulldog, but I’d never buy one of the Uga line. Uga is – gulp – poorly bred.
I like Tech’s fight song. Really. “I drink my whiskey clear”? Hey! Me, too!
I do not want my unborn, but forming, boy to go to UGA.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
203
Kip says:
I’ll never confess that Georgia Tech football probably isn’t ever going to be again what it was in the 1890s or early 1900s.
The Heismans and Dodds of the football world aren’t coming back to TECH.
October 14th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
204
Brian says:
I was in the swarm every year, and every year but freshman year, I hated the people who were in the swarm, and only did it so I didn’t have to bother with getting my tickets during the week, and the free t-shirt. I thought all of the kids in the swarm were giant tools.
Also, I always hate football during the month of August, but then invariably i get sucked back in after the first weekend of games.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
205
rsfrisch says:
Clempson Tiger-
the first thought after watching clemson kick a game winning field goal against carolina last year was “o s__ were gonna have to keep bowden!!”
and lsu’s version of hold that tiger (pregame) gives me chills, while clemsons doesnt do it for me
and what are we poor? wheres our live tiger?
October 14th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
206
Cherie says:
Cherie, Ohio State: I kinda miss John Cooper. I know but I do. Besides making fun of him was apart of the Buckeye Unity. Say anything bad about Tressel you might get death threats.
Oh and Cooper would throw on 1st down!
October 14th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
207
Mark says:
@100 – but we do (qualify for the World Cup in soccer). Unfortunately, we usually finish 32nd (out of 32 participating countries).
October 14th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
208
T-USC says:
T-USC, South Carolina:
1) The first half of Tiger Rag kicks ass, and holy shit, when they spell out Clemson is badass. They should play the first half more often.
2) Like seemingly EVERY OTHER SEC fanbase represented here, much of my school’s persona grates on me.
3) Living in Clemson, I would gladly trade every conference win for 10 seasons for 10 years of beating Clemson.
4) I have no idea what it will take for me to lose my SEC step-child mentality. Well…reading some of these comments that are actually postitive about USC might just help.
5) My justification for tailgating around Williams-Brice (unique within the conference) is really just my way of not admitting that not being on campus is really, really shitty.
and last but not least….
6) I named my firstborn child after a USC receiver from my childhood, and my wife just thought I liked the name. The kid is 4 and wife still has no idea….swore my few close friends to secrecy.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:22 pm
209
cass says:
I was so wasted during last year’s (2007) UF/Tennessee game that I confused the rankings (3-21) with the score and couldn’t understand why everyone was so excited.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:23 pm
210
West Tex gal says:
Texas Tech fan,
1. Lubbock smells terrible more often than any town should
2. Red River Shootout is the best tradition in college football
3. BJ Symons was a much more talented than Kliff Kingsbury
October 14th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
211
Mr.Pelican Pants says:
MPP,Alabama Fan:
1. I went on a blind date with a Auburn chick ,with the knowledge ,if I pretended to like Auburn and get her drunk, Id get lucky…it worked, although I found her overtures for oral sex was disturbing, asking me to “kiss her eagle”….mixing sex and college mascots is WRONG.
2. I am glad Tim Tebow went to Florida and not Alabama, even though Mike Shula put all his recruiting eggs in that basket for 12 hrs during the last minute. If he would have gotten him, Tim would have no Heisman and we would still have Shula.
3. I fear that after we beat LSU in their house, some maniac overly passionate LSU fans will kidnap Saban,leaving a note behind that says “If we cant have him, no one ever will…..” kinda like Kathy Bates in Misery…
4. I really wanted to beat a full strength Auburn team, not a blind,crippled wheelchair bound version…..dont get me wrong, it will still be fun, but I will feel .guilty….nah I wont
October 14th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
212
Grimey says:
Grimey – UF:
I don’t like saying “Go Gators” to others wearing Florida gear.
I think Auburn women are ridiculously hot, even though the SEC West makes everything depressing.
I wish that Tebow had Matt Stafford’s throwing ability.
I don’t know why everyone thinks Penn State has ugly uniforms.
I spent a year and a half at the University of Missouri, and I wanted Kansas to beat them last year.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
213
Keldorfian says:
Keldorfian, North Carolina
- Mack was right. You can’t win a football NC at Carolina
- I kind of like that “Lou” chant Notre Dame fans used to do
- Marvin Austin is oddly built and likely overweight
- This year’s UNC uniforms are edging dangerously close to Arena football territory
- Ron Curry was a disappointment. In both sports.
Forgive me, Dean.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:48 pm
214
TheK-GunNeedsReloaded says:
PSU-
The UT Band playing Rocky Top is on my iPod
My best friend went to Pitt
I wish the jerseys had white piping on them.
Forgive me.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:56 pm
215
Vandy J says:
Vandy J, raised Alabama, attended Vandy, married Cal:
1) I cringe every time I have to identify myself as a Tide supporter outside 205.
2) I only went to Vandy for grad school, and wasted four years at a horrible conservative-arts college in Birmingham.
3) I think UCLA’s seconday fight song (other than Sons of Westwood) is the catchiest shit I ever heard in my life.
4) I was happy to lose to Croom.
5) Despite a fervent Southern Baptist upbringing, the only time I ever go to the Lord in prayer are when a relative is in surgery, and on third down.
October 14th, 2008 at 10:58 pm
216
allaha says:
Allaha, Texas:
I always cheer for Oklahoma and TA&MU to be undefeated — only so UT’s victories are more impressive.
None of the three schools from which I was graduated — Cornell, Oxford, and Yale — have football teams, so I live vicariously via a state school that I never attended.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:00 pm
217
jacketexan says:
I love all of the different traditions in college football, but I cannot stand living mascots (Bevo, UGA, Revelle, and that stupid sheep at UNC).
All they do is stand around and shit on the field!
October 14th, 2008 at 11:08 pm
218
poguemahone says:
poguemahone, Ohio State fan:
I prefer Michigan’s fight song and helmets to our own. And no, it isn’t really close.
I am a dead man.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:09 pm
219
jrbirdman says:
I rooted for clemson when they played Nebraska for the National Championship. I think the Gamecock logo is horrible and once during the FSU game, I was apprended and taken to the magistrate’s court under Williams-Brice where I called the judge a facist pig (I don’t regret that). What I do regret is not getting the hat I knocked off the officer’s head during the scuffle whilst they tossed me into the cruiser for the trip downtown for the night. Oh yeah, I regret having to call my mother the next morning on her way to church for bond money.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:26 pm
220
crbama says:
crbama: Alabama
- i pull for ole miss unless they’re playing Alabama
- Were Fulmer to be fired or leave, I’d hope for UT to win every game except the 3rd Saturday. I think the western side of the appalachians is the most breathtakingly gorgeous place on earth.
- i have never owned a mac but want one
- I despise every.fucking.single non-SEC team.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:28 pm
221
DawgBoy83 says:
jacketexan,
> All they do is stand around and shit on the field!
I just cannot allow this blasphemy to stand…are you forgetting UGA V, who tried to take a chunk out of an Auburn player’s leg?
No matter who you root for, this has to be a top-10 moment in college football mascot lore.
Live mascots serve a definite purpose…and if you don’t have one, I suggest you get one (unless it’s a banana slug, of course).
October 14th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
222
JG says:
I don’t care that I’m late. I need to say this.
Florida. My fellow undergrads are clueless about football, and the Swamp is no longer THE SWAMP. We’re living off our reputation…and it pains me.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
223
Sparrow says:
Sparrow, Georgia – Despite his sometimes freakish athletic abilities, I think Stafford has no football IQ, is incredibly overrated and I can’t wait for him to take off for the NFL (but please leave Knowshon!).
I am confident that Richt will never win an NC.
This one is from the missus: I was a letterman (woman, whatever) at Iowa State and I hooked up with Tim Dwight.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:35 pm
224
poguemahone says:
A couple more things before I go grudgingly to bed, fully expecting a burning couch through my window in minutes:
Penn State’s “WE ARE” chant is something “O-H-I-O” could never ever hope to be.
I want to stab everyone doing the “O-H” chant (trying to egg on the “I-O” response) multiple times with a Morgul-blade. Same for the pitiable souls who justify it with a response.
I have no problem admitting we have the most classless, over-the-top fanbase in the country and that the “Best Fans in the Land” initiative started a few years back has failed miserably.
I don’t hate the SEC or anyone in it. Wait no, check that, I hate the OBC, and I know he loves the fact that I (and most people) do.
Wisconsin’s game atmosphere is second to none when they’re in a competitive game.
Iowa and Texas have the nicest fans I’ve ever stumbled upon.
LSU fans, while batshit insane, know how to throw a hell of a tailgate. And the food is delicious, even if you feel like you’ve died inside the next day.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:39 pm
225
CapstoneAlum says:
CapstoneAlum: ‘Bama
1) I kinda like Rocky Top and love the Vol Navy.
2) My girlfriend is an LSU alumnus. I want to marry her so bad that I would throw away everything I own Alabama related and become a Tiger fan if it means spending the rest of my life with her.
3) I took a piss in the graveyard behind Bryant-Denny..and I wasn’t drunk.
*MAY THE BEAR HAVE MERCY ON MY SOUL*
October 14th, 2008 at 11:42 pm
226
Kecalf Bailey says:
This is beginning to remind me of the scene from Almost Famous where they are in the plane and they think they are about to crash.
I’m not ashamed of that, just saying.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
227
Kecalf Bailey says:
I hate, absolutely HATE Sweet Home Alabama.
October 14th, 2008 at 11:58 pm
228
SpartanDan says:
Our fight song is one of the least-catchy fight songs I’ve heard (though at least it’s not as annoying as OU or USC’s, mostly because the band doesn’t play it at every goddamn opportunity). Minnesota, Wisconsin, Ohio State, and *shudder* Notre Dame definitely have better ones. (Michigan’s is better – although it still evokes an immediate “mute button” reaction if I’m watching on TV – if you only consider the short version everyone knows; the long version has a two-minute intro that sounds vaguely like circus music and therefore disqualifies it.)
NFL-related: I’m a Vikings fan who doesn’t absolutely hate Brett Favre. (Ironically, the whole soap opera this summer made it come close, and he’s no longer playing for a rival.)
October 14th, 2008 at 11:59 pm
229
hlh says:
Just a few things before this thread closes.
jrbirdman, you are welcome at any of my tailgates. I enjoy those who take their passion to extremes (I once referred to a cop as a Joseph Goebbels nihilist ) which makes no sense outside of some anti-teutonic berating. Beat that rap in municipal court with only a minor fine after the judge snarked.
Orson, I enjoy your varied musical tastes and have been delightfully exposed to new genre. However, I have become addicted to this motown remake recently. It’s not hip, cutting edge or cool, just old school, for which I apologize. I feel so dirty. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA0GcXV2njY
October 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am
230
The Wide Open Steve Breaston says:
#218: +100 cocktails to you sir for that admission. May Hippie New Testament God give someone you hate a canker sore.
My version of the Big Ten Deathbed Confessionals in case Hippie New Testament God has mercy on me and calls me home to end the suffering:
- I’m jealous of how the crowd gets into the Script Ohio and “Hang On Sloopy”. I think the tuba dotting the I is a kickass tradition. And, I would be proud to say Jesse Owens was an alumnus of my school.
- I’m also jealous our band doesn’t have anything resembling the Fifth Quarter. (Or the tiddy-grabbing hazing goodness afterwards for that matter.)
- School I’m jealous of because their campus is in Chicago: Northwestern.
- Teams I root for when they’re not playing Michigan: PSU, Iowa, Indiana, Undue Perversity.
- Part of me feels happy for Minnesota when they win the Little Brown Jug.
- J Leman, or even Dick Butkus, would be an improvement over our linebackers this year.
- Bonus: Team I find myself rooting for more often than not which should make me feel dirty: Southern Cal.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:28 am
231
DC Trojan says:
My genius first grade daughter announced to me on Saturday that she wanted to be a cheerleader for USC. I was too busy dying inside to tell her they’re called Song Girls. She’s been signed up on early admit to Vassar.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:33 am
232
ClydeB (UCLA) says:
Speaking of live mascots, WHY DON’T WE HAVE A FUCKING BEAR?! It could hang out on the sideline at the Rose Bowl. Surely Hollywood has some trained bear that could be used for this…
October 15th, 2008 at 12:37 am
233
Jayhawkland says:
Jayhawkland, Kansas
-we will never win a MNC. Or a Big 12 title. It just will never happen.
-I secretly rooted for KSU in the ‘98 Big 12 title game. I figured at least someone will have some fun.
-I think anyone who sees K-state fans do their thing during “The Wabash Cannonball” would be impressed. Some real good rhythm for alot of white people. I’m stunned most times i see it.
-I think Bill Synder is one of the greatest college football coaches of the last 40 years. That last one hurts more than anyone will ever know.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:05 am
234
UkraineNotWeak says:
Syracuse- I actually still care about Syracuse Football. Not just looking ahead to the upcoming basketball season.
October 15th, 2008 at 6:14 am
235
TheMightyErik says:
TheMightyErik – Penn State
- I was once married to a Badger and am now married to a Buckeye with a gigantic shit-talking family
- I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen after the last second disaster to scUM in 2005 and found it somehow surreal and was glad to have witnessed it
- I am disturbed and awed by Holly’s knowledge of NCAAF and secretly wish my wife had inherited that gene
- I taught Holly’s cousin (my 4yr old baby girl) the Gator chomp weeks before the UT UF game for no good reason
- I said over the course of two years JoePa had lost it and should be put out to pasture
- I make fun of fat coaches regardless of their accomplishments
- Our mascot’s suit looks older than JoePa
- I like the Florida Gator even with that dumbass hat
- We probably should have lost to FSU in the ‘06 OB
- I believe Kirk Herbstreit has the most incredible life of any man in history and I want to be him
- I want Corso to put on the Buckeye head someday and suffocate in it
- Any ‘guy’ mascot (Leprechaun, Mountaineer, etc) are the most gay and lame mascots ever
October 15th, 2008 at 6:14 am
236
The Great Barstoolio says:
“a horrible conservative-arts college in Birmingham.” Oh, God, Vandy J, do we know each other?
“I think Uga is poorly bred” takes the cake here. Still laughing.
October 15th, 2008 at 6:32 am
237
Maceo24 says:
Maceo 24, Michigan: I prefer Penn State’s uniforms (including helmets) to those of Michigan.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:02 am
238
Ag20 says:
Ag20, Texas A&M
-despite my own constant reassurances, I realize we will never, ever win the MNC.
-I am starting to realize that the Wrecking Crew glory days and Cotton Bowls may have likely been due to the fact that Texas, OU and LSU were in down periods.
-I wished for the Slocum era to end, and fully did not realize exactly how good we had it.
-I am constantly embarrassed by the fact that we have done so little with our support, facilities, fanbase and program such that we should be where aforementioned Texas, OU and LSU are.
-I find Mike Leach amazing, and enjoy every sound bite.
-I am extremely jealous of Texas’ budget, support from “big name” alums, and, most embarrassingly, their number of t-shirt fans.
-I am constantly embarrassed by the jort, nerd-factor of about 75% of the undergraduate population, and shudder when I think that in 15-20 years, they are the ones that will be donating the money to “guide” this program.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:30 am
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Rabid Badger says:
Wisconsin:
I hate Bret Bielema. Always have. Sure, I was happy to go 11-1. But deep down I knew he wasn’t the guy for us. He was a mediocre DC at Kansas State, and could always be counted on with us to completely blow 1-2 games a year. (see Michigan State 2004). I feel guilty for openly rooting for us to lose in order to get him out.
But the man has a fucking Iowa Hawkeye tattoo, fer cryin’ out loud.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:37 am
240
WarDamnEagle says:
Can we PLEASE have a discussion of this thread on the next EDSBS live. This has been one of the all time greats…
October 15th, 2008 at 7:38 am
241
Ted Ginn did Everythin' says:
TGdE, Ohio State:
1. I think James Laurinaitis is vastly overrated.
2. I own and sometimes wear a #13 (Maurice Clarett) jersey.
3. I think Rich Rodriguez was a good hire.
4. I’ve seen Mr. Holland’s Opus twice, and cried both times.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:45 am
242
NativeSon says:
NativeSon, UF fan
The orange and blue color combination, while striking on paper, only looks good on a human being as a football uniform. Nearly every other school’s fanwear (hats, shirts, etc.) are more appealing to me than UF’s.
NC State’s WOLF! – PACK! is much cooler and better executed across the stadium than OOOORRRAAANNNGGGGEEE – BLLLLLUUUUUUEEEE.
UGA’s celebration last season, while obviously the act of a desperate coach, doesn’t bother me as much as it seems to bother others.
My mancrush on Tebow does not preclude my wish that he threw a “prettier” ball.
ouch.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:48 am
243
CincySooner says:
CincySooner, Oklahoma – and late to the party…
4) I hate it when our fanbase flashes the “‘horns down” sign any week besides Red River Shootout week.
3) The FSU tomohawk chop is awesome.
2) No fanbase will ever be as organized as that of Texas A&M
and finally…
dont make me say it…
please Father forgive me…
it was a weak, weak, stupid, stupid moment…
…
…
…
1) I leapt to both feet and extended both arms over my head when Vince Young scrambled for the final touchdown of the 2006 Rose Bowl.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:54 am
244
pfhokie says:
I admit that I have not loved Coach Beamer with my whole heart. I think he is a little conservative in his game planning and playcalling. I think his development of the offense has been “not very good”. I think he let Marcus Vick run a little wild when he was on the team (He may have enabled Marcus just a little bit). When people ask me what is on Beamer’s neck, I don’t reprimand them for making fun of a guy who was burned on 110% of his body and had 900 surgeries to correct. Instead, I say: “it’s part of his ass.”
October 15th, 2008 at 8:01 am
245
betagator1530 says:
I like the blue field.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:03 am
246
Jason says:
Jason, Georgia. Never had the requisite level of hate for Spurrier. Okay, I actually like the guy.
Happy now?
October 15th, 2008 at 8:04 am
247
Erdinger says:
Erdinger, Florida:
I think the LSU tiger eye is the coolest mid-field design that there will ever be.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:08 am
248
Atomic Dog says:
Miss State:
Live in Gainesville, dating a Gator, love Gator tailgates with reckless abandon, realize that UF will forever be far superior to anything MSU-south could ever produce on a football field on a consistent basis.
I also have a pair of jorts and a Gator hat to wear on trips to Ginnie Springs. To blend in, of course.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:11 am
249
NCT says:
NCT, Georgia (old-school Georgia fan, such that UF has never been and never will be higher than number 3 on the hate list)
I, too, love GT’s fight song. In fact, it’s the best fight song in all of college football. Not only does it get the fans fired up and singing and yelling, it’s a drinking song for which one can make up verses and sing in the local tavern as a saucy wench passes fresh pints around at the local tavern.
Loyalty to parents and the fact that I feel more comfortable wearing red and/or black than light blue played too large a part in turning down the Moorehead.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:13 am
250
Jebus says:
Jebus- Michigan.
I loathe the vast majority of our fan base, and wish we had more of an SEC style following.
I can’t stand the “you suck” thing that is now accompanying the playing of Temptation on 3rd down stops.
Also, I think our student body just doesn’t get it.
I think RichRod was a horrible hire, and I envy the stability of Tressel, MNC’s or not.
The Big House is an overrated idea. It will be louder with the addition, and I’m ok with that.
The Rose Bowl might be where the football is played in heaven.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:23 am
251
Username says:
I’d really enjoy having sex with Helen Hunt. Does the fact that I think she looks just like Mark Richt make me gay. It’d be great if she could yell things like “go deep”, “run around end”, and “plug up the hole”
October 15th, 2008 at 8:32 am
252
Moaterboater says:
John, UGA – I don’t repent much so this is going to be quite extensive.
1. I get really tired of hearing about Herschel Walker.
2. I also think Uga is of questionable genetic makeup.
3. I think Tebow deserved the Hesiman…and I think he is an amazing person.
4. I thought that Urban Meyer and the spread would never ever ever ever work in the SEC…and I was really really wrong.
5. I think GT is a good school.
6. UGA’s cheerleaders are low on “talent”
7. Love the power “T” at Vols games
8. I respect South Carolina’s fan base
9. I think everything the OBC says is hilarious
10. I really hope everyone else in the SEC loses every game and I do understand the consequences of such a scenario.
11. I don’t drink before or during games and I’m completely cool with that.
12. Wish I lived in New Zealand/Australia so I wouldn’t get so caught up in college football.
13. I completely HATEEEEEEEE when UGA fans trash talk at games. Karma is a bitch.
14. I want to beat everyone senseless who does the “keys” thing.
15. Even if we lose to Florida the next 10 years (which based on recent history doesn’t seem too far off), I will still become slightly aroused by the thought of “The Celebration” (and I will buy the landscape print…)
16. I think Auburn is a cool place.
17. I think Paul Johnson will do really good things for GT and I’m terrified of the triple option
18. I get embarrassed with most UGA fans
19. WISH CALVIN JOHNSON WOULD HAVE CAME TO UGA!!!!!
20. Jealous of USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Notre Dame and everyone else who gets ranked highly based on their history and wish UGA got that some kind of credit.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:35 am
253
Hoosier says:
INDIANA “FOOTBALL”
-the all red uniforms suck
-the field turf is dreadful to look at
-the defense always sucks asshole
-the stadium sucks, thank god it’s getting renovated
-the tailgating scene is more enjoyable than the games.
-all these can be corrected in time, so hopefully they turn it around.
-a wonderful tradition of losing
-I was just as jealous as I was angry a few years ago when OSU fans overtook our stadium and did the O-H-I-O chant in our stands.
(I still love Coach Hep, his brief work with the program was the sole reason why Indiana fans still have some hope for improvement.)
October 15th, 2008 at 8:39 am
254
That 5.0 Guy says:
@ 232
Hollywood did, he was Bart the Bear.
Key word: Did. He killed his training (head bite) and was put down.
So no go there.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:53 am
255
Digital Headbutt says:
Digital Headbutt, UNC:
I have yet to attend a college football game outside of Kenan Stadium. Sorry.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:55 am
256
sullivan013 says:
Sullivan013: Dye-hard Auburn fan
I always liked Bear Bryant. I remember rooting for Auburn as a child, but never missing a Bear Bryant show (though I enjoyed the 72 show more than anything in my life – hearing Bear having to admit losing that game was pure ectasy).
I miss the Wreck Tech parade more than any of the ‘newer’ traditions at Auburn, to include the Tiger Walk and the Eagle Flyover.
I thought the ‘Black out’ at the AU-GA game last year was one of the most awe-inspiring, intimidating stunts of the modern era.
Georgia had the prettiest girls in the SEC in the early 80s (excepting, of course, my wife that I met at Auburn).
I realized I find greater enjoyment out of Auburn games when we’re the underdog than when we completely dominate. Others throw thier hands up about the unneccesarily close nail-biter games, but I actually find winning those to be a better tonic than winning by three touchdowns. Even the perfect season and SEC championship in 2004 doesn’t approach the euphoric bliss of the last minute field goals over Florida in ‘01 and ‘07, and the Brad Lester’s last first down in the 2007 Iron Bowl.
I *like* ‘three yards and a cloud of dust” power I football. I would rather see a halfback running for six off-tackle than a 30-yard completion.
F*ck the Spread.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:56 am
257
Ramblin' Jeff says:
I despise the Atlantic Coast Conference, and wish Georgia Tech had never left the SEC… despite the fact we’d probably be a bottom feeder.
I think, just like Georgia/Clemson/etc fans do, that most GT fans are snobbish a-holes who need to get over themselves.
I would also rather party in Athens on a Gameday than arguably anywhere else on the planet.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:10 am
258
JIMatUA says:
I turned down free tickets from Shaun Alexander to the Bama Florida game in the Swamp during the 99 season to spend the weekend with a girl.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:14 am
259
the croominator says:
I have to admit one more thing, and I have to say some will vilify me for it but some will nod and say, “yeah, I feel ya”:
After being a born-and-bred Ole Miss fan, I gotta say, when I went to USM and Bama to get my masters degrees and when I took the job at State, it was kinda nice to have school colors, mascots, fight songs, and other traditions without all the overt racial connotations. And if you tell my Colonel Reb-loving daddy I said that I’ll deny every word.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:15 am
260
salliek76 says:
LSU alum
I’ve got family members all over the SEC, and here are my secret confessions based on trips all over the South.
-I’m jealous that we don’t have a Tiger Navy that comes up on the Mississippi River. The Vol Navy is one of the most amazing traditions in sports.
-I’m jealous that our fans don’t have an organized kickoff cheer (a la “Goooooooo Dawgs! Sic ‘em! Woof-woof-woof” or “Waaaaaaaar Eagle! Hey!”)
-I’m jealous that every single student in Jordan-Hare Stadium has a pompom and they shake them all in perfect unison.
-I’m jealous that when a game is completely out of hand at halftime, Vandy’s fans get to leave (without guilt or harrassment) and head to the bar.
-I’m jealous of The Grove at Ole Miss because it makes me wish I had read more Faulkner, paid attention when my grandmother was making deviled eggs, and owned a sterling silver candelabra.
-I think TOBC is the most competitive man in the history of football. The man kicked his own 40-yard field goal to beat Auburn because he trusted himself more than his own kicker.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:34 am
261
Bobby Decatur says:
UGA…
I’ll take my 12 year old son to Oxford, MS on an October Saturday in 2013, in not so subtle hopes that he’ll choose Ole Miss over Athens…..driven in large part by the sartorical issues that I’m developing with the UGA fanbase vs the fantastic snob appeal of The Grove and Oxford’s culture.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:34 am
262
BamaAtty says:
Bama fan here with a few confessions:
(1) I have platonic man love for Carnell Williams. I think he was awesome and he is the one player we didn’t get during probation that makes me sick. (Followed by Chad Jackson)
(2) Tommy Tuberville is a great game-day coach.
(3) I wanted us to hire Tommy Bowden when we got Fran (and again when we hired Price). I wanted Croom when we hired Shula. I wanted Kragthorpe when we hired Saban (not instead of – I though Saban was a pipe-dream). So I’m not allowed to hire coaches. Ever.
(4) I think Steve Spurrier is the best coach the SEC has seen since I was born.
(5) I hate when the band plays “Basket Case” – Ditto, “Dixieland Delight” on the loudspeakers – Our band has boring half-time shows
(6) I think our fanbase is crazy schizo with elements of manic depression unmatched by other schools. If we lose Saturday to Ole Miss, elements of our fan base will turn on Saban quicker than if he endorsed Barack Obama.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:36 am
263
Arch Stanton says:
1. As a Georgia fan, I hate Loran Smith.
2. The “Spell Georgia Cheer” is one of the gayest traditions in CFB.
3. The “2001″ music at Williams-Brice sends chills up my spine.
4. Death Valley is a prettier setting than Sanford Stadium. So is Kenan.
5. I wish I went to a school like Wake Forest where a BCS bowl appearance and a 10 win season is really an accomplishment.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:38 am
264
DHC says:
I despise the Gainesville, FL heat index. Embarrassed to say this is a reason I don’t head down for games in September.
Was told as a freshman that I would get used to it. Yeah, like I’d ever get used to getting my head beaten in on a regular basis.
Caveat: I did appreciate the impact of the heat on the ladies’ choice in clothing
.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:46 am
265
burgler says:
burgler, Michigan undergrad (and grew up in Ann Arbor), with a J.D. from Wisconsin –
(1) there is no outfit in the world that is more appealing on a young lady than the chaps worm by the University of Texas cheerleaders.
(2) my favorite football stadium experience came not at the Big House or Camp Randall, but Ryan Field in Evanston.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:48 am
266
burgler says:
worm = worn. see, chaps get me distracted even at the office.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:49 am
267
pjohnson says:
VA Tech fan:
1. I hate the all-orange uniforms
2. When Tyreesha-Rodney Taylor is scrambling around, holding the ball like a loaf of bread, I sometimes miss hearing Wendy Nix saying, “Sean Glennon back to pass”…but I don’t miss the ensuing interception that was soon to follow.
3. I sometimes wish that we wouldn’t win the ACC because it’ll save me the punishment from all the rednecks in ATL that see me in my VT gear and say something annoying like, “Heey! Yoouu! Beamer’s got a neckbubble, and your team can’t win in a BCS game!!!! HAW HAW HAW rabble rabble!! The bulldogs beat Hawaii by 7,000 points, and they’d do the same to your shit-ass team!!!”
October 15th, 2008 at 9:54 am
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justanotherbuckeye says:
Justanotherbuckeye: Ohio State,
A little late to the party, but football jesus is always ready to hear our sins, so here goes:
1) Archie Griffin was only good because he played when he did, if he played today his name would be Maurice Wells.
2) Like another buckeye fan stated abvoe, the “O-H” yell seeking the return “I-O” annoys the crap out of me.
3) OSU football feels more business than homegrown passion as I grow older, I don’t know if it’s me or if it’s reality.
4) I rooted out loud for Michigan against Florida last year and actually, for the first time in my life, felt good for UM…………………and jealous of them that they continually spank SEC teams all the while OSU even looks at an SEC team and they cornhole us. It annoys the hell out of me actually.
5) When Jim Tressel took over, we needed a serious makeover on the roster due to character issues. I feel he’s done too good of a job and we need to pump the brakes a bit and let a couple of ass kickers back into the fold.
6) I still hate Charles Woodson even though I am 10 years removed from his shenanigans and a full grown, functioning adult.
7) I pretend like I love all day football fests, but in reality, at 9:00p.m. after drinking all day, I really just feel like playing xbox and killing some dudes on Halo.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:58 am
269
PJ from NU in SF says:
Wow, where to begin…
a) When a game turns hopeless, I find other stuff to do. (This is practiced by many NU fans, I’ve found.)
b) I know the words to the obscene version of the fight song better than the real ones.
c) I have hated our uniforms for years. (Bring back the Northwestern Stripes, damnit!)
d) I hum the Notre Dame fight song in the shower when no one else is around.
e) I envy any school that can fill a stadium during September, or midterms.
f) I love both Tennessee and Washington for the riverine access to their stadiums. Unfortunately, the North Shore channel really isn’t an option.
g) If I gambled, I would constantly sell my boys down the river.
October 15th, 2008 at 9:58 am
270
R--- says:
No Names Please, UF:
I don’t like the people with whom I’ve been tailgating for the last 15 years, and it’s making me not even want to go to games anymore.
The piped in rawk music sucks, and furthers the chipping away of old traditions. I wish it were the same as when my Dad was here.
I have never been to Athens for fear that I would like it so much I’d start regretting 20 years’ worth of decisions.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:18 am
271
Ryan says:
Michigan…
I used to cheer for Notre Dame growing up. I have no excuse, and beg for forgiveness.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:18 am
272
Mike says:
UGA fan:
1) I think our pregame and in-game rituals suck. The spell Georgia cheer, the GEORGIA, BULLDOGS back and forth thing, the 4th quarter Krypton Fanfare thing, the redcoat band…all suck.
2) I have no problem with Auburn or its fans.
3) Georgia’s campus lays out very poorly for tailgating. UNC’s is perfect. And the whole gameday experience is vastly overrated.
4) Most of our fans are idiot rednecks that I’d rather not be around.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:19 am
273
EZ says:
Bama grad:
I like Knoxville and think the Old City is a really cool place. I think Auburn’s fight song is catchy.
Our gameday music at Bryant Denny is fucking awful.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:20 am
274
GoldenTornado says:
Bulldogs are my favorite dog breed. My wife and I have an english bulldog and will probably get another.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:21 am
275
Brian O'Blivion says:
BO’B, Florida. It pains me to even write this. I bet against Florida in the Swamp against Auburn last year. And during certain parts of the game, I rooted for Auburn because of it. I feel dirty.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:24 am
276
GoldenTornado says:
Also, GT’s colors suck. White and gold do not contrast enough, the school and fans can’t settle on a shade of gold/yellow anyway, and the most common shade of gold (Vegas gold) doesn’t stand out and washes out the generally pasty fan base.
Tech’s big money alumni need to accept navy blue as an official third school color.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:30 am
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Holly says:
As long as we’re all still here…
I still hate Charles Woodson even though I am 10 years removed from his shenanigans and a full grown, functioning adult.
I can, um, relate to that. A lot. A very lot.
I taught Holly’s cousin (my 4yr old baby girl) the Gator chomp weeks before the UT UF game for no good reason
Which is right around the time I started teaching her every Raiders cheer I have ever heard, not because I like them but because I knew it would break her Daddy’s heart. Sorry, Erik!*
*youstartedit
October 15th, 2008 at 10:31 am
278
Texas_Dawg says:
– Georgia’s fanbase is every bit as bad as Florida’s (and arguably even Texas’).
– “Glory, Glory” might be the worst fight song ever. It’s embarrassing and should be ended.
– The “spell Georgia” cheer Georgia ends its home game halftimes with is cringe-inducing. Especially when it’s introduced as “one of the greatest traditions in college football”.
And speaking of that… how have no Gator fans here purged a hatred of Mr. Two Bits? Please tell me UF fans aren’t universally proud of that one.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:31 am
279
sevenDs says:
Auburn:
- I have no probelm with Bama fans reminiscing about Bear Bryant (the houndstooth is over done though), traditions are what make college football great
- UGa is probably my second favorite team, not just SEC, but in all of college football
- After the 1997 SEC Championship game in Atlanta, I attacked a group of Tennessee fans for taunting me in the parking lot of a Waffle House. They were still in their car (a Geo Tracker) with the motor running. I was still on the roof when they pulled out onto Roswell road. I jumped off into the center lane and they never came back.
Actually that’s not a confession, it’s more of a brag. Chicken@#$& UT fans.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:49 am
280
I've Said It All says:
I’ve Said It All, GT — I love Chan Gailey and often wish he was still our coach.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:49 am
281
Chicken says:
Gamecock fan with confessions-
I enjoy tailgating in Clemson more than at Williams Brice.
I am completely jealous of Clemson’s 1 cheated national championship.
I slept through both our outback bowl wins because I got too drunk the night before.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:51 am
282
RaginCajun says:
Where to begin?
I am one of three people from Louisiana that hates LSU.
I know more about my wife’s football team (UF) than my own (ULL).
We paid extra to have a suite at the hospital when our son was born so we could catch the Thursday night game.
I am still not over the Ron Zook years.
I am glad that SOS did not go back to UF.
My mother-in-law beat me, my wife and my friends in our college pick ‘em pool last year.
October 15th, 2008 at 10:55 am
283
John says:
We don’t hate 2-bits. We find the old man and his antics adorable and play along to keep grampy happy. But I don’t mourn this year’s supposed retirement.
I don’t think this is a confession but I hate Florida’s band. Lazy fucks. 4 years there and every halftime seemed like a tribute to Chicago. Yeah! 25 or 6 to 4.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:01 am
284
eric says:
UGA Fan-
In High School I went to my First College football game was GT v Clemson when Godsey lead Tech to an overtime win over Clemson. I sang “Im a wrambling wreck from Georgia Tech and a helluva an Engineer”
My first SEC football game was when Auburn Beat Rex Grossman at Auburn, I loved it. I loved the fans, the war eagle chant, and I think that eagle that flies around is awesome (in best GW Bush Voice)
I secretly believe we are just a notch below the top flight programs in the country and always will be.
I never liked David Pollack, not a bit.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:01 am
285
Cleat Meat says:
SC alum here
– I hate our fans, most of whom are clueless frat boys and sorority girls. Even the ones I’d bonk in a minute.
– I miss Norm Chow.
– I’m jealous of the SEC’s fan base.
– Yeah, Reggie took the money. Fucker.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:02 am
286
Vandy J says:
Barstoolio – maybe, if you spoke Panther between 1990-1994. I piled all my stuff in a heap and burned it after the Div. III debacle but will worship Reboul until I die.
I am told that before Cal introduced Oski in 1941, live bears mascots were used “with varying degrees of success,” and I would give a couple of toes to know what they meant by that.
Bonus confession, which if related to my family down South will result in a date with the sour apple tree:
I think Notre Dame is THE tradition in college football and the fact that they play Army and Navy all the time fills me with a warm glow of 40s nostalgia and reverence for history.
…I’ll show myself out…
October 15th, 2008 at 11:05 am
287
the great bill says:
the great bill, Auburn fan…
1. Even though I make fun of bama fans living off the past acheivements of their 12 national titles, I would likely strangle my cat for Auburn to have the same.
2. Carnell Wiliams might have been a little overrated. And I was embarassed for him when he spoke in public.
3. Although I say LSU fans are the most obnoxious bunch ever, I secretly admire their bourbon-soaked passion and wish our fans could be that rabid.
4. Pat Dye was one of the worst things to happen to Auburn.
5. I can’t stand Auburn fans who where the “All Auburn, All Orange” T-shirts to games.
6. I’m afraid of Nick Saban.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:08 am
288
CouchBurnin'Girl says:
I’m a little late to this party, but here goes…
CouchBurnin’Girl, WVU – I’ve never actually set fire to a couch. I am angry at Michigan for stealing our coach and setting us up for our current situation, but recognize that it was a better job and don’t blame RR for taking it. I hate Notre Dame and Virginia Tech WAY more than Pitt.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:08 am
289
#182 UGA, says:
I feel your pain. The HOPE scholarship turned me from a UF fan into a UGA fan in only a year. My father was not pleased.
Side note: we moved from Florida to Bama for dads work and lived there 2 years before moving to Atlanta for the same reason. While there, my sister graduated high school and was offered a scholarship to Auburn.
The next couple of months are always interesting around the house.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:16 am
290
Crabapple Buck says:
In addition
I can’t stand the attention whores that always get camera time that are covered in face paint or cowboy hats and capes. I keep thinking John Wayne Gacy every time they appear.
I too am jealous of any team that can beat an SEC team in a bowl. This is one of the great mysteries of life.
I tear up when the band makes their ramp entrance in the stadium.
I wish our good fans would turn in the ones who just want to be assholes so that the bad element disappears and we get a better reputation. I understand the rivalry better than anyone, but harrassment of fans is stupid. So is booing the UM band to the point of not hearing a note they play. It really is embarrassing.
The eagle flying in the stadium at Auburn is cool.
Alabama fans make ours look sane by comparison. But I know their pain and frustration.
LSU fans are funny, crazy and good cooks at a tailgate. The Tiger eye is the best designed logo on grass ever.
I hate that our home scarlet unis don’t have any gray on the sleeves anymore. I also think Nike sucks and wish we would dictate terms with them to either design the right color scheme or we’ll find somebody who will.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:19 am
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sevenDs says:
Auburn fan:
Also,
- I like Tommy Tuberville and think he can fix things
- I think overall, the Big Ten(Eleven) has the best fight songs
- I think LSU’s purple jerseys are awesome
- I like Texas’ ‘Hook ‘em Horns’ hand sign
- I want to copy Texas A&Ms tradition of “When the Aggies score, everyone scores” where everyone kisses their date after a TD
- I think MSU cowbells are a good tradition
- I think FSU honors the Seminole tribe the correct way and all native americans should take note when protesting (like the Illini nation) Don’t like the tomahawk though, it reminds me of somethign from a 1950’s sci fi movie.
-I don’t check spelling before I post here, and don’t care to.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:33 am
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Too chicken to post my real name, but a Dawg Fan says:
UGA fan/alum and Catholic so this is almost spiritual:
-I thought when UTenn wore orange pants in the SECCG they looked pretty cool
-First game I ever went to was an Auburn home game where I rooted for Bo like a man possessed
-I like Auburn’s uniforms
-I like Tech’s Budweiser song
-I will never say anything bad about Eric Berry or Calvin Johnson
-UF’s and LSU’s home field advantage is better than UGA’s
-I find Spurrier amusing and don’t really hate him
-Peyton Manning is probably my favorite QB in the NFL
-Al Horford is my favorite NBA player
-I root for SEC teams in bowl games
-The Vol Navy is really impressive
-Alabama fans acted with suprising grace and class during the failed blackout and kept saying “We’ll see you in Atlanta in December”. I doubt UGA fans would have been as cool.
-Coach Richt’s hair is… never mind
-I don’t hate Tim Tebow.
-I grew up rooting for Tech and UGA and had a Lethal Weapon 3 (Kenny Anderson, Dennis Scott, and Brian Oliver) poster in my room. I cried when they lost to UNLV in the Final Four
-I frequently correct Dawg fans that UF and not UGA is the second best academic school in the SEC based on ratings by national publications.
-I applied to both Auburn and South Carolina
-I like SCAR’s 2001 intro
-I still can’t believe Aaron Murray didn’t pick UF and won’t feel 100% comfortable until Signing Day
-I felt bad for Tony Franklin getting canned so early
-I appreciate the fact that UF, UTenn, BAMA, SC, Vandy, and ARK have unique mascots
-I think Paul Johnson might be the perfect hire for Tech and I hate that.
WOW! That felt really good. Now some requisite smack talk so I don’t kill myself in shame. GO Dawgs – I hate the color orange and I hope Urban Meyer gets some rare form of bone cancer and pees shards of femur for a year before being killed by 1,001 carefully placed paper cuts and a bottle of bleach.
Now, I plan on saying 10 Our Fathers, 10 Hail Marys, and watch Munson highlights for one hour and then a replay of last year’s WLOCP. Amen.
October 15th, 2008 at 11:46 am
293
hobeg8r says:
UF fan here…
1. Nothing is cooler than Touchdown Jesus at ND
2. The only cool thing about “We Are the Boys” is the “Go Gators” part. (And the standing/swaying part). The rest is stupid.
3. I love Steve Spurrier for renaming Florida field to The Swamp and will always root for USC – e (except when they play us)
4. OH – EE – OH (LSU’s now banned song) is frighteningly funny/good/scary when you are the visiting team/fan.
5. Bo Jackson was the best running back to come out of the SEC (sorry Emmitt)
October 15th, 2008 at 11:51 am
294
Jonathan says:
Jonathan – UGA
I always liked Spurrier and have found him to be funny and a good guy.
I too prefer to watch games at home on the couch – all the drinks I want, better food, no hassle of going anywhere, multiple games, and a warm puppy.
I am marrying a UF grad and find myself actually hoping they win games, not just acting like it (not the UGA game of course). They used to be the team I hated because of their fans in Jax… meeting the right fans can change your opinion of any team
and finally I am not sure the SEC is the best conference this year… yes I did just burst into flame upon typing that
October 15th, 2008 at 11:58 am
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Will (the other one) says:
UGA fan here…
I confess that I really like both USC and Meatchicken’s fight songs.
And I would brave Rocky Top if Neyland’s Maxims were replaced by “The Girls of Maxim”.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:18 pm
296
Walt says:
/Sneaking in the side door as the sermon ends
Walt, Cornell (FCS represent!)
– I don’t care that we were a relevant program 70 years ago.
– The 5th Down Game wasn’t a particularly noble gesture of sportsmanship.
– Ed Marinaro didn’t get jobbed out of the Heisman.
– They aren’t “student-athletes” here either.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
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poguemahone says:
Oh, another thing, even though I have no reason to hate Va Tech:
The “Enter Sandman” entrance is the greatest team entrance in college football. Whoever thought it up should win a Nobel Prize in Awesome.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
298
Draw on 3rd and 16 says:
Draw on 3rd and 16- Michigan Fan
1. I was adamant in getting a new coach. I wanted to trade up. Old girlfriend for new girlfriend. Tired and old for new and hot. Grind it out off tackle for 70 yd qb keepers and bubble screens. Despair for flash. I miss the old girlfriend and I think the new girlfriend might have crabs.
2. I think Joe Germaine was an absolutely bad ass and wish he went to UofM.
3. College football is the only sport that really matters. The NFL is barely watchable but they don’t pull any punches on character issues. They don’t give two shits if you have multiple DUIs, as long as you can stop the run. They don’t care if you beat your old lady, as long as you can cover. They don’t care if you sold coke to retarded elementary schools kids, as long as you can run. Big time college programs continue to feed me the same shit about these kids deserving 2nd chances and given the opportunity to mature as they grow into men. This is why they aren’t suspended for Saturday’s game. No, the reason Mack isn’t suspended is because he weighs 370 lbs. and is a fucking road grader for your all-conference tailback. Call a spade a spade. You are trying to win games at all costs.
4. B-52 fly-overs are the shit.
5. Not only is the War Eagle at Auburn cool, I deep down inside want one as a pet.
6. For the last 10 seconds during the App. State game I thought we were going to win and everything was going to be all right.
I’ve said too much.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
299
g8rslm says:
I think Smokey is a really cute mascot…
October 15th, 2008 at 12:26 pm
300
Herb says:
Herb, NC State:
1) We hired the wrong guy; PJ will take GT to greatness.
2) UNC is a damn fine school and I have considered it for every degree I have considered.
3) I am ashamed of the number of fans we have with a UNC inferiority complex.
4) I don’t even really like basketball.
5) I puked in a bus coming back from a game and didn’t tell anyone.
6) I’ve skipped games I had tickets to and not even given them away.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:30 pm
301
Reasonable_Bama_Fan says:
I don’t like going to football games at all. Large crowds of people make me long for napalm. Much prefer to watch on TV.
I’ve never really disliked anything about LSU.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
302
tzubear says:
tzubear, Oregon State(again)
1. I am still not comfortable with winning the Orange bowl under Erickson. I would rather have a solid and responsible program under Riley than Miami -west.
2. Uga is a cool name for Georgia’s mascot BECAUSE it’s campy.
3. I rooted for Steve Emtmann and the U-dub defence in ‘91
4. Most U of O students are in fact not hippies (that one hurt)
Samsquench @ 104- I was in school during that era. Simonton looked the same with/without pads. He was a 5′7″ brick.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
303
Toaster Strudel says:
Strudel, Florida (twice) –
Even later to the party than most.
1. I really, really, really wanted to go to Georgia but they wouldn’t give me any money. The campus is gorgeous and Athens is the coolest college town ever.
2. I loathe the Orange-Blue and Gator Bait cheers and refuse to participate in either.
3. I kind of like that our fans are arrogant assholes — and I *love* the jingly key thing.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
304
IdahoBuckeye says:
1.) I have Bo Schembechler’s autobiography…and I enjoyed reading it
2.) I admire The U
3.) I want fans like Montana’s fans
4.) I like LSU’s band
5.) I rooted for UM in the Capital One Bowl
October 15th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
305
Mr. Pelican Pants says:
Bama Fan, part deaux:
-I wept when JPW threw the corner fade to Julio Jones as we went up 31-0 on Georgia at half in their blackened state of silence in their house… It was the pass I always knew he could complete when they put 8 in the box. I was proud. It came from being shocked, really drunk and in a glass case of emotion, being 10 mins removed from my wife telling me we were gonna have a girl in Feb. after having 2 boys prior, and betting on a 3rd…..(the previous 12 beers and a few Patron shots didnt help)
- I was a little worried about Auburn running the spread offense to begin with, but felt a little better when their starting QB was a Troy transfer with a bum shoulder.
- I fear that we are only 1-3 injuries away from a train wreck,or a derailment on this season…Terrence Cody, Andre Smith or Caldwell, anyone one of those guys get hurt or if all get hurt at one time and it all goes up in flames…..
- I wonder where that Florida team we saw the other night was when they played Michigan in the bowl game.
- I’d rather face Texas than Penn State.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:48 pm
306
chi-town spieth says:
chi-town-Ohio State
-have the most irrational fanbase in the country
-hate the OH —–IO cheer!
-love rocky top and victors!
-peyton manning is one of my favorite QBs
-the SEC does have more speed!
-sometimes wish cooper were back beating the little guys 77-7!
It feels great to get it off my chest! And I do also kind of like Jesse Palmer! My god!!? it just keeps flowing out!
October 15th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
307
Noel Devine's Gold Teef says:
I begged RR to take me with him.
- NDGT
October 15th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
308
jester says:
Jester, Pitt fan
I hate how I feel I am the biggest Pitt fan and there aren’t thousands like me.
Once I find out someone went to WVU I can’t take them serious bc of their lack of education, cleaniness, teeth and intelligence.
Once I find out someone went to PSU, I instantly think they are pompous and hate their attitude.
I really want Wanny to win just for the fact that he reminds me of myself.
October 15th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
309
PalmettoCPA says:
PalmettoCPA, Gamecock
1) I went to clemson games during high school, and had received housing/scholarships before I did an about-face and headed to Columbia. Don’t tell my friends. I even have pictures of myself wearing clemson garb that are hidden somewhere no one will ever find them.
2) I am jealous of every school with an on-campus stadium. Students driving to games just doesn’t seem right.
3) Some of our fanbase pisses me off with their overall lack of football knowledge. “Oh we’re running a no-huddle with 1 minute to go to win the game? Let’s cheer as loud as we can!”
4) Our band=weak
5) Tiger-rag…too damn catchy…Plus I’m always impressed when a fanbase wears consistent colors, USC fans seem to think that yellow, green, and pink are acceptable for football games…
6) I refuse to pull for every other SEC school “because it makes the SEC look better”. Fuck that, you guys kick our ass year after year, I’d rather win a crappy conference than be 4th in the SEC east.
7) USC should be in the ACC, where we’d actually stand a chance at winning every few years…
ahh…that feels good to get off my chest.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
310
Just another Michigan Man says:
Another UM guy, this isnt all football
- Hockey is probably the best spectator sport in Ann Arbor
- Webber taking money killed my love of basketball
- I’ve partied and EMU and MSU to see their hotter women
- We do they key play thing, and its also lame
- If my PSU friend tries to bet me on the game this weekend as payback for the last 10 years, I wont take the point out of pride, even though I suspect a restaurant quality ass-beating
October 15th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
311
Dr. Michael Mancini says:
Dr. Michael Mancini, Alabama fan and non-alum.
-While 34-13 is the pinnacle of my life as a sports fan, I have a soft spot for Tha U. I enjoy the trashtalking and all the other excess, and got choked up watching Sean Taylor kick ass in the Miami v. Florida comeback game video posted here. I loved when they hammered Nebraska for the MNC.
-I like watching Bo Jackson highlight videos on YouTube. I’m only against Auburn when they play UA.
-I’ve been to more UAB games than Alabama ones; however, those tickets were free.
@171: You are a genius for wanting an elephant.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
312
Nessy says:
Buckeye
- Script Ohio is nice, but way overrated. The band entrance which gets almost no pub, is much better.
- I wish OSU would sign a few thugs to toughen up the team and bring some attitude.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
313
OLB says:
OLB, Florida:
I was recruited to play LB at Florida, but chose to play baseball at another school … I would have been on the ‘93-’96 teams. I’ve regretted that decision for 15 years.
I’ve dated multiple FSU coeds/graduates. I’ve never regretted those decisions.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:34 pm
314
James, UGA Fan says:
1. I’m not all that proud of Sanford Stadium. It’s great that the stadium is right in the middle of campus, and the view in from the bridge is stunning, but it’s practically unnavigable from the inside, and fans are stacked one right on top of the other. Also, I’ve been in at least four or five other stadiums that have been louder than ours.
2. I have no problem with Auburn. And I think the eagle flying to the 50-yd line before kickoff is one of the two coolest traditions I’ve seen in person at a football game (the other being Chief Osceola with his flaming spear).
3. I think Steve Spurrier is great for the SEC, and I hope he coaches in this conference until the day he dies.
4. I was a die-hard Clemson fan until I enrolled at UGA for my freshman year. I have no legitimate hatred for Jim Donnan, Ray Goff, Quincy Carter, et al. I just wasn’t around for them.
5. I didn’t start paying attention to college football until my sophomore year of high school. I enjoyed the NFL much more before then.
6. I think Bobby Dodd Stadium is a great place to watch a game.
7. Larry Munson should have quit at least five years ago. There. I said it.
8. I know facts and figures out the wazoo, but I don’t understand the X’s and O’s of the game particularly well.
9. I think I still have inner-turmoil regarding Rocky Top. Outwardly, I will always hate it. Inwardly, I like it half the time I hear it.
10. If I were a father of a little girl, I would be thrilled if she married Tim Tebow.
October 15th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
315
Mr.Pelican Pants says:
This thread must live FOREVER in infamy, so I can copy and paste it and bring it up in the future for blackmailing purposes only…
–I always knew Auburn fans were scared of Saban….hell Alabama fans are scared of Saban, and I really cant tell you why…he should be in the upper tiers of the Dept of Defense Black Ops Commander or something, and I and many others are convinced that he uses “Waterboarding” as a form of punishment, not “Wakeboarding” as previously thought. The biggest thing I fear is that if we succeed on a high level this year, it will set the benchmark so high for the future, he may get elected Governor if he can pull it off.
-I wish Florida would have a live 14ft Alligator on the sideline.
-I wish Alabama would have a live elephant that would break loose and would have to be tranquilized on live TV at midfield, and watch them try to move it.
–I am glad Dennis Franchione met that thing they call “Karma”
-I always felt Mike Shula was a nice guy who fell on the sword, and took the job knowing what he was up against, when most coaches who turned the job down saw how bad the talent dropoff was and knew it would be a “kiss of death” type job within a few yrs
October 15th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
316
zzgator says:
zzgator, Florida
1) I once dated an UGA grad…and attended a game in Athens with him…and wore red and black.
2) Also dated a Buckeye grad…and attended a game in Columbus with him…and wore scarlet and gray…and a buckeye necklace!
3) I attended the USF-WVU game last year that USF won which resulted in them being ranked ahead of my beloved Gators…I threw away the USF shirt I wore to that game.
4) During the Ole Miss game this year I wanted Chris Leak back.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:07 pm
317
Stormy Weathers says:
Stormy Weathers, UVA
1. People who cry for the return of the pep band remember only the times the band was good. And there just weren’t enough of those times to warrant bringing them back.
2. Al Groh is probably a decent man who took the money when it was offered to him. Tell me you wouldn’t do the same.
3. I think the expanded stadium was the start of a downhill slide taking UVA away from the college experience and making everything more of a “professional” experience. That is a very bad thing.
3. I’d rather the Hoos beat Maryland than Virginia Tech, if they can beat only one.
Walt @ 296, enjoy Zinck’s night!
October 15th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
318
Larry Langolier says:
UGA circa early to mid 80’s:
Have only been to one college football game in the last 12+ years.
Gave up drinking years ago.
Grew up in KY so I understood basketball but was clueless regading football until college (maybe later).
Totally clueless if Willie Martinez is good, bad, or average.
Am sure that all the attorneys posting here are billing clients for the endless hours spent reading EDSBS.
My wife earns about five times what I do and she still does most of the housework.
Have been known to be late feeding the children while watching the SEC on CBS.
Think Bama would beat UGA senseless in a rematch.
Think Mello Yello and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos comprise a balanced meal.
Texas A&M and Rice have the best half-time shows for entirely opposite reasons.
Secretly bitter against current UGA students ’cause they get Hope $$$ and I (my parents) paid my own way.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:25 pm
319
WarDamnEagle says:
Re: “Am sure that all the attorneys posting here are billing clients for the endless hours spent reading EDSBS.”
Dude, its not just lawyers.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:47 pm
320
Chatroom bouncer says:
Jonathon #294, Your ass stepped over the line. FU, I was more accepting of the guy doing meth and liking it. SEC rules, don’t ever forget it.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:56 pm
321
A. glabra in Colorado says:
OSU many moons ago-
OSU marching band uniforms make look them look like mall security guards and their routines are stiffer than Ron Jeremy on a workday.
How can anyone have an inferiority complex to a craphole like Michigan?
I would not return to live in Ohio if my life depended on it.
I lost a bet to a UM grad colleague and had to wear his ‘M’ hat at the office all day the following Monday. I didn’t want to touch it and felt sleazy for weeks.
DickRod will make Lloyd Carr look like Stephen Hawking.
My girlfriend and I used to sneak into the ‘Shoe during the week and smoke tree amongst the 104,998 empty seats.
Notre Dame may want to try Div. 2 after they’re done being a mid-major.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:59 pm
322
Stacy Keibler Luvs Me says:
Golf-Type Applause Dept:
Thanks to everyone for amazingly interesting commentary…Glad I am not the only footbaw nut out there…
October 15th, 2008 at 3:11 pm
323
John says:
Sparkyjbd, Penn State
1) I believe that Joe Paterno has been completely out of his element for the last five years. (Big shock I know)
2) The Penn State fight song is worthless and “Hail to the Victors” is the best fight song in college football.
3) For some reason, I don’t have confidence in Galen Hall.
4) Tailgating is done a giant muddy field that sucks balls.
October 15th, 2008 at 3:14 pm
324
The Great Barstoolio says:
@286: No, I spoke Bulldog. But we should both be ashamed of ourselves.
October 15th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
325
jacketexan says:
At OSU, they yell “OH-IO”
At NCST, they yell “Wolf – Pack”
At UF, they yell “Orange – Blue”…
All of these sound cool, but at GT, we yell “Yellow!….Jackets!”
I have always had a problem with this as I have never liked standing in the stadium and trying to rile up our team while at the same time calling them “yellow”.
Oh…I almost forgot…It pisses me off that they tore down Heisman Gym, didn’t name the new building after him, and then they hid the bronze statue of College football’s most beloved figure somewhere inside where people walking by can’t see it. Seriously!? If this hasn’t cursed GT in some way, then it should…(It’s hard to tell if you are cursed or just have Chan Gailey as a coach.)
October 15th, 2008 at 3:21 pm
326
hoodawg says:
hoodawg, UGA:
I find myself whistling “Rocky Top” for days after we play them. Especially when we lose. Dammit.
Everything I’ve read or heard from Tebow makes me like him more, not less.
The LSU “Roll That Tiger” opener gives me chills every time I hear it.
The Redcoat Band just sucks.
Georgia’s fight songs are repetitive, ancient, and no one knows the words to them. I envy the Texases of the world, who have half a dozen full-length fight songs that even their rivals know the words to.
Even if Georgia makes it to the MNC this year, I fully expect we’d lose to most of the other contenders (Texas, Oklahoma, USC, PSU, et. al.).
October 15th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
327
Holly says:
This thread is a marvel. You are all little miracles of hate. (No, it’s a compliment.)
October 15th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
328
Mr.Pelican Pants says:
I think the SEC, with the exception of 3 teams (Alabama,Georgia,Florida), will get waxed in Bowl games this year, especially if they have to play a Big 12 team…..(Vandy,Auburn,Tennessee, even LSU, maybe Ole Miss, this is assuming they all get to 6 wins)–I like Uncle Verne, Gary Danielson, notsomuch
mea culpa, mea culpa, glutemus maximus, mea culpa
October 15th, 2008 at 3:36 pm
329
zzgator says:
Seriously…best.thread.ever.
October 15th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
330
oc phil says:
- I caused a ruckus by wearing a USC shirt into the tOSU section at the Rose Bowl, but I survived.
-right after finishing grad school at tOSU I took a teaching job in Michigan. And couldn’t help noticing how the landscape got nicer right at the border. And Ann Arbor is a nicer town than Columbus.
-my best experiences I ever had at a game as an undergradute were at Cal of all places. For awhile I wished I’d gone to Cal instead of USC and considered transfering.
October 15th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
331
Never Leave College says:
Never Leave College, South Carolina. And the party seems to be about over, but screw it.
I hate how only 50 or so people actually know that our fight song has more words than just “Go Cocks!” and even worse, that only 15 – 20 people actually sing the song. I hate how I like Rocky Top, The Victors, and about 50 other fight songs more than both of ours (the old one is better than Step to the Rear anyways). I am envious of other schools’ traditions because we pretty much have none. I am envious that clemson has a much prettier campus than USC. I think Colorado’s Run, Ralphie, Run and Auburn’s Eagle Flyover are the coolest intros in college football (but 2001 is still up there).
October 15th, 2008 at 5:08 pm
332
licensetophil says:
licensetophil: USC
- #4 is the perfect number for Joe McKnight, because he’ll never quite be #5. The staff wants him to become Reggie, but he’s overhyped. Gable or Stafon should be starting.
-I really dig Hawaii’s uniforms.
-I secretly yearn for Notre Dame to return to MNC contention, but wish nothing but biblical levels of destruction upon UCLA.
- I’d rank this year’s Song Girls at #3 in the Pac-10. I’d put Oregon, and dare I say….UCLA… above us in that regard. There’s been an unexplainable downward trend in Song Girl hotness over the last few years, and it troubles me…
-I would buy an OJ Simpson jersey, and secretly covet the few I’ve seen being worn in public.
Forgive me.
October 15th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
333
Croc says:
I wish, I was “hung like Reggie Nelson”.
October 15th, 2008 at 5:32 pm
334
Bucksfanxc says:
Bucksfanxc, tOSU: I dated a UM girl, bought her a X-mas gift after only dating for only 6weeks (she didn’t get me anything) and then she dumped me before bowl season.
October 15th, 2008 at 5:33 pm
335
sonofsamford says:
sonofsamford, Auburn.
I was caught off guard by how fast Alabama was able to turn their program around. I didn’t totally buy in to the Saban hype at first, but I appear to have been wrong about that.
It kills me that the only national championship I ever got to experience firsthand was when I was in law school at Alabama.
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at both Auburn and Alabama and always laugh at academic smack between the two schools. There is absolutely no difference.
I avoid Auburn fans who wear orange on game day. They just don’t get it.
October 15th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
336
Ramblin' Jeff says:
Ramblin’ Jeff, Georgia Tech
I forgot my greatest transgression of all… I applied for transfer to both Georgia and FSU during undergrad at GT. Finished at Tech and got my degree, but still… It feels so dirty to even remember that.
October 15th, 2008 at 6:06 pm
337
J Hawg 3 says:
J Hawg 3, Arkansas (Vanderbilt this year):
No matter how long Arkansas is in the SEC, no game will ever mean as much as a Texas game.
October 15th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
338
confused in OH says:
tOSU undergrad; appplied and was accepted to tSUN MBA progarm – even bought a tSUN jacket in Asia one very cold winter (it was eitehr taht or ND and I’d ratehr freeze).
Penance – turned em down to go to Chicago.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:05 pm
339
This D says:
This D, Graduated from Vandy and grew up a PSU fan,
I like the Vol Navy.
I don’t hate all Vols fans. A couple of folks, in particular, but the rest of them are decent people who like a football team that plays my favorite team regularly. Nothing to demonize there.
I envy the statewide support UT gets. Hell, I envy the support they get in Nashville.
Also, I know that the rest of the SEC can read, despite what I say when I get drunk and Vandy is down by however many touchdowns. I particularly owe that apology to SEC West schools.
I should be more embarrassed by stereotypes of Vandy fans, but I’m not. I’m perversely proud of some of them, like not getting to games in anything resembling a timely manner. I should not be, and I am ashamed.
I love the OBC, despite the many things he has said about Vandy… because he’s said more about UT.
Additionally, I have a sort of fascination with Purdue and aTm, neither of which I can explain.
I find the MNC/BCS title completely irrelevant when there isn’t an SEC team playing.
Done.
October 15th, 2008 at 7:51 pm
340
Idahobuckeye says:
I have a few more, Idaho State related and Ohio State related (I’m a diehard to both schools)
Idaho State:
I hate how nobody knows the alma mater song. I hate how we don’t have any real tailgating like Montana or Montana State. I hate how we have no real tradition and how the people in Pocatello are so obsessed with morality (you can’t drink a beer without people giving you dirty looks at tailgates). I biblicly hate how people wear Boise State gear (and Texas, USC, and whatever PAC-10 team) at ISU games.
I yearn for Ohio State to get some ass-kickers back on the team. I secretly wish Tressel would get a pair of Woody Hayes’ sized cojones and just let the guys play. I hum The Victors, PSU’s fight song and MSU’s song. I have LSU songs on my iPod.
I wish I could live in the South and be surrounded by SEC hotties.
I secretly love Les Miles
October 15th, 2008 at 8:06 pm
341
Justin says:
Justin (Maryland)
-Every time UMD fans yell OOOOO during the national anthem, I want to burn the entire state to the ground.
-Maryland has absolutely no rivals in Football and I really could give two shits about every other team in the ACC during football season.
-I think its pretty telling that our best returning linebacker decided to become a Maryland State Police Officer instead of return for his senior season. Because the F’n state police couldn’t wait?
-We can’t even recruit well enough to be perenially relevant in the fucking ACC.
God I hate my team.
October 15th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
342
hlh says:
Sister Mary Holly, may I suggest a homily to end this extraordinary supplication……..
Though we are many, we are all the same when it comes to our dedication to the battles waged on Saturday (and Thursday for the less fortunate among us). We beseech you for wisdom in these matters and humility when great warriors fail to satisfy our worldly needs (dang unwashed hoards from the land of Bamah). Please absolve us.
Amen
October 15th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
343
Spazzy McGee says:
Cal fan:
1. I like Pete Carroll.
2. I like Oregon’s fans. Douchebags, yes, but they CARE about their team. Cal fans have too much of a California too-cool-for-school attitude…despite being largely dorks.
3. I can’t stand 90% of Cal fans, especially the undergrads who know nothing about football.
4. I am jealous of SEC fanbases and stadiums.
5. I think Michigan’s fight song is awesome.
6. I wish Stanford was good.
October 16th, 2008 at 2:56 am
344
Holly says:
hlh–Well said. We forgive you your sins, lawyas. Go in peace.
October 16th, 2008 at 12:38 pm
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hiram cross says:
I was raised Southern Baptist, but since I go to Mardi Gras every year, I also give something up for Lent every year. I figure it’s not a good idea to go to God’s party and stiff him on the cover.
On that note, I’ve been getting unending amounts of enjoyment from this thread over the past couple of days and it wouldn’t feel right not to come clean myself, even if I am a day late and a dollar short. That being said-
Rebel:
1. I love LSU. Love everything about them. Love their fans, their colors, their traditions, their live Tiger. Love Louisiana, love Baton Rouge. Tiger Stadium is my absolute favorite place to see a game other than Vaught-Hemingway. Even though I say “Go to hell LSU!” at the end every time I hear the National Anthem, I don’t really mean it.
2. To hear me tell it, I hate Tennessee and the color orange make me want to vomit. Truth be told, I’ve dated 3 different red-headed Vol fans from TN, chiefly because of the orange, um, factor. And although I was never actually told to kiss the big orange, I would’ve done it. And I would’ve liked it.
3. It didn’t make me mad when we got rid of the Rebel flag, and it wouldn’t really make me mad if we dropped the “Rebels” and the rest of the symbolism too. Just because I don’t think it should send the wrong message doesn’t mean it still doesn’t, and just because it doesn’t connote that meaning to me doesn’t mean other peoples’ opinions have any less validity. My secret fantasy is that we go back to the old mascot from the early part of the 1900’s- the Mississippi Flood.
Wow. For the first time in a long time I actually feel clean. Honestly- I don’t much care for it.
October 16th, 2008 at 1:01 pm
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beerbaron says:
LSU (again):
I am jealous of all other SEC schools that have an in-state or in-conference rival to hate. We can’t properly hate anyone. We play Tulane every year. Tulane sucks. It’s impossible to hate Tulane. As a result, my hate has no focus. Lack of a respectable foe, has caused my hate to become inefficient. My hate is weak.
I wish I could hate Ole Miss, but they’ve sucked so hard for so long I now pity them.
Hating Miss State would be like hating a three-legged dog.
We’re trying to create a rivalry with Arkansas, but it just doesn’t feel right. They would rather hate a BigXII team.
I hate Auburn and they hate us, but they hate Bama more.
Same goes with Bama. (Although, I don’t hate Bama cause of Saban. I hate them cause Tiger Stadium was their second home for a long time.)
I feel like I should hate Florida cause we play them every year and Urban is sleazy, but I secretly loved the Spurrier years. Even when he’d smoke us, Spurrier would give you a good quote. Plus, they have natural rivals in FSU and Georgia.
As such, I envy all the other SEC teams that can call someone else their rival. And therefore, I hate them all.
October 16th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
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sufferinginwv says:
I never like larry munson
October 16th, 2008 at 8:29 pm
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marooned says:
Miss State –
My dog’s name is Dixie.
I really wanted Urban Meyer to replace Jackie Sherill.
I miss Jackie Sherill, even though he totally lost control at the end.
I would have gone to UTK if they had offered more scholly money.
I grew up rooting for the Vols and the Tide, and never really knew about Mississippi State until I was in high school, even though my Dad was offered a basketball scholly in 1959 by Babe McCarthy.
I’m still pissed at my Dad for turning down a chance to play basketball for Mississippi State and thus dribble his way into SEC history on the 60-63 teams.
I passionately root for Army and Navy in every game they play (except when they play each other, in which case I root for Navy). Screw Air Force, though…
I am jealous of every other SEC team because they all either always have a legit QB, or get at least one at some time.
I still pull for Oregon State because my ex-fiance went there and is from Corvallis.
October 16th, 2008 at 10:12 pm
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Ed- UGA says:
I actually enjoy playing as the Gators on NCAA 09 on the Xbox. Their offense is a lot of fun to run
October 30th, 2008 at 3:19 pm
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CincySooner says:
I realize that no one is reading this thread anymore, but I came to this realization only recently and must bare my sin…
… I think Boomer Sooner has the dumbest lyrics in all of college football.
November 21st, 2008 at 8:53 am