Official 2015 College Football Week 10 thread

[tarcone]

Originally Posted by JPhillips

Let's do the playoffs the way my daughter's school does fundraising. Everybody raises as much money as possible and the top four teams get the playoff spots. The NCAA could pocket billions each year and the criteria for the playoffs is clear and transparent.

Wait, isn't that how it works now?

[CU Tiger]

No.
Texas would win every year that way

[cartman]

Originally Posted by CU Tiger

No.
Texas would win every year that way

I'm ok with that

[HomerSimpson98]

even after all Clemson fans paying ten bucks a year??

[CU Tiger]

hey just because we were first doesn't mean we stopped.

BTW saw an interesting stat this AM.
Three of the top four CFP teams announced last night have AD budgets over $125MM. Clemson's is $78MM.

[Suicane75]

Yeah, at the end of the day it doesn't matter where a team is ranked now. But the committee does suffer from making themselves look incompetent and eroding trust in the process, which I think is a pretty big negative, even if eventually it all rights itself on the field.

[Atocep]

There's a rumor that Chad Morris is Beamer's replacement. Official announcement after the regular season ends.

[BishopMVP]

I know I know, Baylor offense, but Corey Coleman is awesome. 5'11, but so strong and the way he attacks the ball in the air - is Steve Smith too aggressive a comparison? (I initially thought Crabtree, but Crabtree was a lot bigger.) Smith probably is too strong a comparison for anyone, but give me the productive guy over a DGB/Breshad Perriman/De'Runnya Wilson/Demarcus Robinson any day.

[digamma]

Originally Posted by CU Tiger

hey just because we were first doesn't mean we stopped.

So, we should expect Probation Time Again soon?

[TroyF]

I know he's a true freshmen, I know true freshman are idiots most of the time, especially QB's. I know there are a LOT of problems at Mizzou. I mean, a metric crapload of problems on the offensive side of the ball.

But the kid struggled to complete screen and swing passes. I'm simply stunned at how badly Pinkel has screwed up his QB depth. Option A is now suspended for the year. I talked openly about how I was stunned Option A was picked over anyone and then I see Option B. Now I know.

Option B may be an automatic first round pick in the NFL draft after two more years of college ball (I don't see it, but it's early, that's a long term prediction I'll wait on). Right now Option B looks a lot like Option A. Where the hell is Option C?

[panerd]

Originally Posted by TroyF

I know he's a true freshmen, I know true freshman are idiots most of the time, especially QB's. I know there are a LOT of problems at Mizzou. I mean, a metric crapload of problems on the offensive side of the ball.

But the kid struggled to complete screen and swing passes. I'm simply stunned at how badly Pinkel has screwed up his QB depth. Option A is now suspended for the year. I talked openly about how I was stunned Option A was picked over anyone and then I see Option B. Now I know.

Option B may be an automatic first round pick in the NFL draft after two more years of college ball (I don't see it, but it's early, that's a long term prediction I'll wait on). Right now Option B looks a lot like Option A. Where the hell is Option C?

Options C-M transferred and committed elsewhere when we had a potential SEC All conference QB and his back-up future NFL QB on the roster.

[MacroGuru]

Originally Posted by panerd

Options C-M transferred and committed elsewhere when we had a potential SEC All conference QB and his back-up future NFL QB on the roster.

Option C transferred, committed to BYU, then went to JUCO ball, then opened his recruitment up again. I think he is kicking himself in the ass, but I am happy we don't have him. I think he is a problem in the making.

[tarcone]

Baylors true freshman QB didn't have many problems. Wow.

But only beating K State by 7? That hurt the eyes.

[MrBug708]

There is this...

[miked]

I'm surprised they spelled everything correctly.

[Thomkal]

#8 ranked Coastal Carolina visits Gardner-Webb today in probably the easiest game left on their schedule. Hopefully Coastal's defense shows up today and makes life tough for GW.

[CU Tiger]

Originally Posted by digamma

So, we should expect Probation Time Again soon?

I've said repeatedly that every school in America could be on probation, because everyone cheats. That said, today Idu put Clemson against any other major program in the country regarding recruiting ethics. CDS makes it clear, if he catches you, you are terminated with cause and he will state in the announcement that you were terminated for recruiting violations.

It's still happens, but it's hid from him.

[Dutch]

If the Yankees could get that approved...

[JPhillips]

Originally Posted by CU Tiger

I've said repeatedly that every school in America could be on probation, because everyone cheats. That said, today Idu put Clemson against any other major program in the country regarding recruiting ethics. CDS makes it clear, if he catches you, you are terminated with cause and he will state in the announcement that you were terminated for recruiting violations.

It's still happens, but it's hid from him.

Is it really hidden because he's opposed to it or is it "hidden" so he has deniability?

[digamma]

It was just an IPTAY joke.

Enjoy the game!

[JonInMiddleGA]

Originally Posted by CU Tiger

I've said repeatedly that every school in America could be on probation, because everyone cheats. That said, today Idu put Clemson against any other major program in the country regarding recruiting ethics. CDS makes it clear, if he catches you, you are terminated with cause and he will state in the announcement that you were terminated for recruiting violations.

It's still happens, but it's hid from him.

So you don't have to worry that he'll ever bolt and leave for a job with the Patriots then.

[BishopMVP]

Originally Posted by JPhillips

Is it really hidden because he's opposed to it or is it "hidden" so he has deniability?

I don't think he's a saint, but Dabo seems like a pretty genuine guy to me. Some guys (Bobby Bowden etc) have mastered the folksy aw shucks persona with the media, but I don't get a sense anything from Dabo is an act.

[digamma]

It doesn't really matter, but why was that an unsportsmanlike penalty at the end of the Dalvin Cook run? The defender first made contact at the 4 yard line. Is he just supposed to let him score?

[NobodyHere]

Wow, Indiana is actually ahead of Iowa. They'll collapse though

[BishopMVP]

Great 2nd half of afternoon games... Clemson, TCU, Iowa, even Houston all in danger of losing their 1st game. I wrote off Oklahoma State as a CFP contender after some lackluster early season wins, and I still wouldn't really buy them if they beat TCU in a shootout, but this has been an impressive defensive performance. Also, speaking of teams I'd written off early, how about UNC? If they win out, and can beat a #1 Clemson team in the ACC title game could they have a shot at the playoff? Probably about the same chance as Iowa right now.

[MrBug708]

Josh Rosen is very good.

[GrantDawg]

Originally Posted by BishopMVP

Great 2nd half of afternoon games... Clemson, TCU, Iowa, even Houston all in danger of losing their 1st game. I wrote off Oklahoma State as a CFP contender after some lackluster early season wins, and I still wouldn't really buy them if they beat TCU in a shootout, but this has been an impressive defensive performance. Also, speaking of teams I'd written off early, how about UNC? If they win out, and can beat a #1 Clemson team in the ACC title game could they have a shot at the playoff? Probably about the same chance as Iowa right now.

Has been some crazy games. Floria nearly losing to Vandy at home was something. Can't believe the TCU score. Lots of things shaking up. Clemson really needs to get it together to pull this game out.

[hoopsguy]

Wondering if anyone else just saw the OT 4th down lateral in Old Miss/Arkansas game?

Thought we had a bunch of SEC fans inhabiting this board ...

[GrantDawg]

Originally Posted by hoopsguy

Wondering if anyone else just saw the OT 4th down lateral in Old Miss/Arkansas game?

Thought we had a bunch of SEC fans inhabiting this board ...

That was a crazy ending. Miracle lateral, then the two conversion. Wow.

[larrymcg421]

I love that play. I've always wondered why people let themselves get tackled in situations like that. I get when you're suddenly tripped up or reaching for the plane, but otherwise there's no reason you should go down with possession of the ball in that situation.

[bob]

4 straight weeks with an insane, if you saw it in a movie you'd call bs ending

[tarcone]

Nice win today. Iowa knew they had to score and did.

Tough one, Kodos.

[Thomkal]

Originally Posted by Thomkal

#8 ranked Coastal Carolina visits Gardner-Webb today in probably the easiest game left on their schedule. Hopefully Coastal's defense shows up today and makes life tough for GW.

They showed up. Won 46-0

[Edward64]

Originally Posted by hoopsguy

Wondering if anyone else just saw the OT 4th down lateral in Old Miss/Arkansas game?

Thought we had a bunch of SEC fans inhabiting this board ...

Was at daughter's recital but kept up on my iphone. Got to see some (not so good) youtube replays of it so far, will catch it again at some halftime show.

RB Alex Collins becomes only the 3rd SEC RB to rush 3 straight 1,000 yard seasons. He joins Darren McFadden and Herschel. TBH - Alex doesn't seem to have the breakout speed of DMAC and am a little surprised at his success. But DMAC has shown that college success does not translate automatically in the pros. Looking forward to seeing AC get his shot in the NFL.

[General Mike]

Man, watching Rutgers football is getting harder and harder. I'm pretty sure I didn't feel this way even in 2001-02.

[Julio Riddols]

Originally Posted by tarcone

Nice win today. Iowa knew they had to score and did.

Tough one, Kodos.

Scoring against Indiana is like walking against a light breeze. The Hoosiers only hope is that teams forget they have to score.

[murrayyyyy]

Originally Posted by Edward64

RB Alex Collins becomes only the 3rd SEC RB to rush 3 straight 1,000 yard seasons. He joins Darren McFadden and Herschel. TBH - Alex doesn't seem to have the breakout speed of DMAC and am a little surprised at his success. But DMAC has shown that college success does not translate automatically in the pros. Looking forward to seeing AC get his shot in the NFL.

For what it's worth I've been saying for 3 years that Williams was the better running back but he got hurt before the season started. He's probably late 2nd/early third talent.

McFadden has just been injury plagued but I wouldn't call him a bust. He will probably end his career with 6k yards and at least 10 years in the league.

And a reminder of what I said after everyone was up in arms after the Bama game. Bret might have a 2 cent brain/mouth but I like him as a coach because he takes chances to win the game. Sometimes it backfires but I enjoy it more than the years of Nutt playing to not lose a game. I'm was happy either way the 2 pt conversion went tonight because at least he showed confidence in the offense to go for 2 on a night when the defense gave up over 9 yards a play to Ole Miss.

[digamma]

This must be Texas's fault.

[dave731]

Photo: Tallahassee Bar Is Selling “Cheers To Clemsoning” T-Shirts For Saturday’s Game | College Spun

I hope they wear these with pride!

Go Tigers!!

[tarcone]

Kodos, as a Hoosier fan. And one that has seen the best of the B1G, how does Iowa stack up?

[JonInMiddleGA]

Mysterious loud "POP" noises being reported in Memphis, East Lansing and Fort Worth.

[MrBug708]

Connor Cook should have known better

[hoopsguy]

That TD call at end of MSU/Nebraska was hideous, and has potential massive implications on the playoff selections. I'm not a MSU fan, but I'm pretty ticked about this right now.

[HerRealName]

MSU gets absolutely hosed to lose the game. The Nebraska WR runs 20 yards out of bounds and then comes back in to make the winning TD catch.

[Solecismic]

I'm obviously not a big Spartan supporter, but that was the blown call of the year. Did they just not know the rule?

MSU would own all tie-breakers at 11-1. They still control their own destiny, so to speak.

[tarcone]

Does Iowa move up to #6?

[JonInMiddleGA]

How many teams have joined D1 football in recent years? Half dozen or so? More?

I'm asking because maybe the problem I see with HS football on a weekly basis -- rapid expansion of teams contributing to a woeful shortage of competent officials on game night -- might be starting to bite the NCAA a bit too.

[JonInMiddleGA]

Bama demolition. Question might be whether Henry gained enough ground to make the Heisman a dogfight.

[cuervo72]

I get why it is the case where the SEC West race is concerned, but it is odd to hear that Bama was helped by the Ole Miss loss. Any other scenario and you'd think it would look bad that the team they lost to just picked up their third loss.

[Edward64]

Strange story. Hilarious if really true.

Emergencies only: Oxford PD asks fans to stop calling 911 to report Arkansas QB | FOX Sports

Arkansas senior Brandon Allen had a career performance on the road in Oxford, Miss., on Saturday. Just how good was the Razorback quarterback in his final game against the Rebels? He had the locals dialing 911.

The Oxford Police Department apparently received so many calls, it felt obligated to send out this tweet:

Asking us to kick the Arkansas QB out of the stadium is not a legit reason to dial 911. #ARKvsMISS

The much-maligned Allen played so well, he not only shed the criticism of his clutch ability, he destroyed it. Allen finished 33 of 45 for 442 passing yards with six touchdowns and the game-winning two-point conversion in a 53-52 victory in overtime vs. the No. 18 Rebels.