THIS IS THE SADDEST THING YOU WILL SEE ALL DAY
by Spencer Hall on Aug 8, 2011 11:05 AM EDT
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That is the helmet of Austin Box, the Oklahoma linebacker who died in May after ingesting a fatal mix of painkillers. Teammate Travis Lewis had a freshman carry Box's helmet out to his usual spot in warmups during the Sooners' practice on Friday, and will continue the tribute throughout fall practice. His locker remains untouched, and his chair in Oklahoma's defensive meeting room will remain empty for the 2011 season.
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Everyone fails. The successful learn from their failures. I just wish we'd quit giving ourselves so many learning opportunities.
by WhiteSpeedReceiver on Aug 8, 2011 11:08 AM EDT reply actions
Thanks Spencer!
Before sex, you help each other get naked;
After sex, you only dress yourself.
The Moral of the story is:
In life, no one helps you once you're fucked
Don't mind me, this pollen is a bitch.
RIP…
"Well, if that ain't a show, I'll kiss your ass." - Gov. Jim Folsom Sr. (D-AL), 1948-52
:-(
Is it getting dusty in here?
"My mistress is pooped, the reds have Oklahoma, and I'm going to bed."
-Hodge Podge, Bloom County
"In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. "
"In practice, there is."-Yogi Berra
Wow.
Fuck.
As your attorney, it is my duty to inform you that it is not important that you understand what I'm doing or why you're paying me so much money. What's important is that you continue to do so. -HST
Worst offseason ever?
WORST. OFFSEASON. EVER.
Live to fly!
Go Gators!
Also, Craig James allegedly murdered 5 hookers while at SMU.
by Specter177 on Aug 8, 2011 11:23 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Agreed.
Damn, my allergies are acting up.
Much easier to ignore the questionable quality of things that are covered in cheese.
Puts it all in perspective.
RIP Box Knife
Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. -Tom T. Hall
RIP, young sir.
There are a number of mechanical devices which increase sexual arousal, particularly in women.
Chief among these is the Mercedes-Benz 380SL convertible. ~ P. J. O'Rourke
I'm trying to think of an adjective for that photo, but I can't come up with anything.
Wow.
You get that chocolate milk!
by Ancient Chinese Secret on Aug 8, 2011 12:08 PM EDT reply actions
At first
I wondered what you were talking about. Then I saw the helmet. You were right. Damn. RIP
Over/Under: Weeks
How many weeks into the season before we see Tom Rinaldi cover this on Gameday, and we all get really emotional on Saturday morning when we’re nursing a hangover?
Line: 4.5
Guesses
by I-Right Fullback Dive on Aug 8, 2011 1:25 PM EDT reply actions
I have no problem with them going all soft focus for this
Losing a friend and teammate is real adversity, not “I did something stupid and got punished” adversity.
I aim to misbehave
Week 3, when FSU plays Oklahoma.
Gameday’s already gonna be there.
by Albino Tornado on Aug 8, 2011 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
this is the saddest thing I've seen today
http://www.cnn.com/video/?/video/us/2011/08/08/natpkg.seals.wife.vaughn.cnn
I'm really glad
this got its own post instead of being mixed in the CI.
Some people have a pet peeve. I have a peeve menagerie.
I will resist the easy black humor...
given that I know it is still too soon.
Still, that’s an awesome tribute, and moving. Mucho props to the Oklahoma staff.
"Always remember that I have taken more out of alcohol than alcohol has taken out of me." - Churchill
RIP.
"When I get the ball, I think about touchdowns; when I think about touchdowns, I think about money." - Onterrio McCalebb
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