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  • Watson
    Burrow Club
    • Jul 2008
    • 27013

    #1

    Week 1 Discussion

    We've loosened ourselves up, dipped out toes in the water. Now it's time to jump head first into it.

    We have walked down the hall and took a peak at the Christmas tree, now our parents are up and it's time to un-wrap and de-box all of our gifts.

    The appetizers are over, now it is the time for the feast.

    For five straight days, there will be a steady stream of football streamed directly to your picture box device and played locally in your nearest stadium.

    There is no more waiting, no more counting down. This is it, the moment we've been thinking directly or indirectly about since January. Eight months have passed since Clemson defeated Alabama in one of the all-time great games in college football history, and now every other takes their first step toward (or away from) contention for a playoff spot. I only ask one thing of you, reader: enjoy it. Watch the games, no matter the quality. Go tailgate all damn day, go see your alma mater play. Go to a G5 or FCS game on Thursday. Because it will leave as soon as it left and we'll be counting down once again.

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    And now, a word: Saturday, I will be in New Orleans to watch my Alma Mater play BYU. I will have fun, but I won't forget why I'm in New Orleans and now Houston. I have a certain affinity for Houston because after Katrina the city and people of Houston bent over backwards to help out the people of my state and now I am hoping to give what I can back to them. I urge you to donate what you can to any charity or benefit of your choice, be it a thousand dollars, 10 bucks, a pallet of water, or a jar of peanut butter. Anything helps. Some of you gave to me when I lost my home last year in a flood and I am grateful more than you know, but now Houston needs your help like I did.

    And that's it. I'm gonna cut you loose here, there is football this weekend and there is smacked that needs to be talked.

    Have at it boys.
    And may thy spirit live in us, Forever LSU

    @AdamdotH
  • TracerBullet
    One Last Job
    • Jun 2009
    • 22119

    #2
    Re: Week 1 Discussion

    Shiz over there complaining there wasn't a thread yesterday, now I'm posting in here before him. Michigan Man coming up short, smh.

    Been ready for this Florida/Michigan game for awhile. Even if Florida vs. Michigan doesn't really go in the Gators favor usually. Gators need to come out and surprise everyone. Would be nice to finally have a QB again.

    Washington needs to just stomp out Rutgers quick and stay healthy on Friday.
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    • nofx94
      MVP
      • Aug 2012
      • 1094

      #3
      Re: Week 1 Discussion

      No mention of USC-WMU?! Lol. JK. May start a sling TV trial Thursday. May just go with PlayStation Vue so I can DVR the Bama-FSU game during my fantasy draft.

      Didn't know BYU-LSU got moved till just now. I'm in eastern PA but my family evacuated Houston to North Texas. Most of my friends there seem to be okay somehow. Apparently it's affecting different parts of the town differently.

      Academic dispute: I think FAU could be exciting and Navy is usually good. Washington-Rutgers is gonna be like a reverse tune up game.

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      • LowerWolf
        Hall Of Fame
        • Jun 2006
        • 12282

        #4
        Re: Week 1 Discussion

        Dad is a Georgia Tech alum. I'm a Tennessee alum. His Father's Day present was tickets to the game for us. Pretty excited to see the new stadium.

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        • R1zzo23
          Cupcake Coach
          • Jul 2005
          • 5694

          #5
          Re: Week 1 Discussion

          Texas/Maryland for the start of the Herman era! #HookEmHorns!!! [emoji1598]


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          • coogrfan
            In Fritz We Trust
            • Jul 2002
            • 15646

            #6
            Re: Week 1 Discussion

            "Houston Football’s scheduled season opener for Saturday at UTSA has been postponed as the universities will explore rescheduling the game for a date later in the season."

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            • Tovarich
              Hall Of Fame
              • Jul 2008
              • 10931

              #7
              Re: Week 1 Discussion

              I was at LSU's first game after Katrina when they moved it to Tempe while I was in college and I don't know if being at Houston's first game after Harvey will be as memorable for me but for some reason out of the 80ish college football games I've been to, that was one that I remember more vividly than just about all of them. 12 years ago and it feels like yesterday.

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              • Watson
                Burrow Club
                • Jul 2008
                • 27013

                #8
                Re: Week 1 Discussion

                Originally posted by Tovarich
                I was at LSU's first game after Katrina when they moved it to Tempe while I was in college and I don't know if being at Houston's first game after Harvey will be as memorable for me but for some reason out of the 80ish college football games I've been to, that was one that I remember more vividly than just about all of them. 12 years ago and it feels like yesterday.
                I'm sure the fact that it was a great game with a bonkers ending helps.
                And may thy spirit live in us, Forever LSU

                @AdamdotH

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                • LambertandHam
                  All Star
                  • Jul 2010
                  • 8008

                  #9
                  Re: Week 1 Discussion

                  Pitt opens up with Youngstown State. Lots of unknowns, new QB, OC and defense has new starters. Cautiously optimistic that Pitt won't come out flat.
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                  • TheShizNo1
                    Asst 2 the Comm Manager
                    • Mar 2007
                    • 26341

                    #10
                    Re: Week 1 Discussion

                    Originally posted by TracerBullet
                    Shiz over there complaining there wasn't a thread yesterday, now I'm posting in here before him. Michigan Man coming up short, smh.

                    Been ready for this Florida/Michigan game for awhile. Even if Florida vs. Michigan doesn't really go in the Gators favor usually. Gators need to come out and surprise everyone. Would be nice to finally have a QB again.

                    Washington needs to just stomp out Rutgers quick and stay healthy on Friday.
                    Aye, man, it was #TacoTuesday.

                    Besides, Michigan just doesn't lost to Florida. Not even when they had god's gift at QB.
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                    • Psyblast
                      2023 National Champions
                      • Jun 2003
                      • 42584

                      #11
                      Re: Week 1 Discussion

                      I'll be surprised and disappointed if Michigan doesn't throttle Florida.

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                      • WaitTilNextYear
                        Go Cubs Go
                        • Mar 2013
                        • 16830

                        #12
                        Re: Week 1 Discussion

                        Originally posted by Psyblast
                        I'll be surprised and disappointed if Michigan doesn't throttle Florida.
                        After Michigan's performance against FSU's defense in the bowl game, I am taking more of a wait-and-see approach. While UF's defense shouldn't be on the same level as FSU's from late last season, I do worry about the Michigan offensive line and QB situation until they prove otherwise. On the other hand, the Michigan defense should be able to overwhelm and dominate the Gator offense considering the suspensions and that UF figured to be very mediocre offensively even before any suspensions.
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                        • countryboy
                          Growing pains
                          • Sep 2003
                          • 52842

                          #13
                          Re: Week 1 Discussion

                          Louisville opens up against Purdue in Indianapolis. Curious to see how well our offensive line plays and get the bad taste out of my mouth at the ending to last season. Also anxious to see how Lamar plays after winning the Heisman last year and knowing teams are going to do their best to make him a pocket passer.

                          And its an intriguing matchup with Purdue being coached by Jeff Brohm.

                          So excited to get this thing going!
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                          • rkwittem
                            MVP
                            • Jun 2011
                            • 2265

                            #14
                            Re: Week 1 Discussion

                            Originally posted by Psyblast
                            I'll be surprised and disappointed if Michigan doesn't throttle Florida.
                            Um, why? Florida isn't exactly chopped liver.

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                            • Sportsforever
                              NL MVP
                              • Mar 2005
                              • 20368

                              #15
                              Re: Week 1 Discussion

                              Originally posted by rkwittem
                              Um, why? Florida isn't exactly chopped liver.
                              Because half the team is suspended, the defense lost a lot to the draft/injury, we are starting a redshirt freshman who will see his first action ever, and Harbaugh > Mac.

                              All that said...Michigan lost 18 people....I know JBH has recruited well, but young players are still young players. I wouldn't bet money either way on this game, but if I had to I'd go with the Maize and Blue.
                              "People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring." - Rogers Hornsby

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