Official 2010 College Football Discussion Thread

[FWFans]

I hate to say it, but it seems the SEC coaches have forgotten the defensive part of the game. I don't think I ever remember the SEC being so weak in defense. Is there an SEC team that has a defense good enough to win a national championship? Auburn has the offense as long as Cam is healthy, but would they do as good against a team with a good defense? I know right now that Alabama doesn't have the offense or defense to compete for a national championship.

If I recall correctly (and I may be wrong) but I do believe that LSU has one of the top defenses in the SEC if not the country. Although after last weeks game against McNeese State I was questioning that myself. My DH reminded me that we sat out most of our starters the second half in preparation for Auburn. The problem LSU is having involves not having a good QB. I personally think Lee needs to be the starting QB, not Jefferson. In the series Lee was at the QB position, LSU scored 3 out of 4 times he was in the game last week. Go figure. I don't know why Les Miles keeps backing Jefferson! But no one has asked my opinion.

May the best Tiger team win Saturday.

GEAUX LSU !!!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

I promised some photos from the FSU v. BC game on October 16, 2010.

As previously mentioned, I cannot remember another football game I have ever attended with such pleasant weather. It was probably in the low 70's at kick-off, and I doubt that it got to be much above 80, and there was no humidity.

You never know who you might run into before a football game. I ran into this bloke outside the stadium. He looks much smaller on TV, doesn't he?:

(anolefan, please note that I am not wearing Gator crocks to the Doak this time)

Kick-off was at noon.

Which means the stands were not full until toward the end of the first quarter.

Some pre kick-off shots:

Do you see that mat with the numbers on it there on the sideline?

Can anybody tell me what that is? I think I saw a similar one on the 'Bama sideline when UF played Bama. It looks like maybe players are supposed to stand on the numbers, but I have never noticed it being used during a game.

In the "What the Fort?" department, check out the 'fro on the kid right on the left side of the 50 yard line in this photo:

The Marching Chiefs always put on a great show:

There was no fly over at this game, but there were some fireworks:

The pre-game ceremony at Doak Campbell is one of the best in college football.

When the announcer introduced the highest ranked team in the State of Florida, there were loud cheers, even though most folks were still outside getting their drink on:

Chief Osceola and Renegade > Than any other college mascot:

The student section is right in the corner of the north end zone. If you look in the front row, you will see all kinds of interesting things:

You can see here that the stands started to fill up respectfully as the end of the first quarter approached:

Here are a few crowd shots from the beginning of the second quarter:

You can see FSU score and Chief Osceola and Renegade celebrating the FSU touchdown in the end-zone in these shots:

At half time, a bunch of no good hippies stormed the field!:

Actually, it was just the band.

This was parents' weekend at FSU.

So, the band did a tribute to the 70's.

It was hilarious.

The first song they played was Copa Cabana.

And, I told my kids that my HS band actually played Copa Cabana as part of its half-time show. In 1978. But, not as a joke.

Ah, the 70's!

The game was a bit closer than FSU fans liked.

And CP7 through quite a few pics.

But, a W is a W.

And FSU lives to fight another day.

By early in the 4th quarter, FSU went up 24-19:

And, that was the final score:

All, in all, it was a great day.

TCD

 

[Magicbus]

Great pics.
Of course, I wish things had ended up a little different, oh well. It's time for me to jump back on the FSU band wagon. Unlike you, I sprain ankles jumping on and off all the time.
BTW, interesting that you use the > symbol.

 

[Tri-circle-D]

Great pics.
Of course, I wish things had ended up a little different, oh well. It's time for me to jump back on the FSU band wagon. Unlike you, I sprain ankles jumping on and off all the time.
BTW, interesting that you use the > symbol.

I know that I am in minority with this view, but I personally see no reason why I can't be a fan of more than one team. It's OK with me if you like BC and FSU. And, don't jump off that BC wagon. BC played a pretty good game. If I'm not mistaken, the BC quarterback is a freshman. He is pretty good. BC kept it close. If just a few plays went differently, they would have won.

I like UF and FSU. That is a good thing for me lately. When I have to choose, I will choose UF, but until they play each other, I would be happy to see both teams win every Saturday.

I was using the > symbol to mean "greater than," but I see I messed that up.

I learned it from my kids.

They use this all the time.

Like:

Joe Jonas > Zac Efron.

Miley > Selina

That type of thing.

That's what I get for trying to be hip.

TCD

 

[Trackey79]

I promised some photos from the FSU v. BC game on October 16, 2010.

As previously mentioned, I cannot remember another football game I have ever attended with such pleasant weather. It was probably in the low 70's at kick-off, and I doubt that it got to be much above 80, and there was no humidity.

The Marching Chiefs always put on a great show:

The pre-game ceremony at Doak Campbell is one of the best in college football.

When the announcer introduced the highest ranked team in the State of Florida, there were loud cheers, even though most folks were still outside getting their drink on:

Chief Osceola and Renegade > Than any other college mascot:

You can see FSU score and Chief Osceola and Renegade celebrating the FSU touchdown in the end-zone in these shots:

Actually, it was just the band.

This was parents' weekend at FSU.

So, the band did a tribute to the 70's.

It was hilarious.

The first song they played was Copa Cabana.

And, I told my kids that my HS band actually played Copa Cabana as part of its half-time show. In 1978. But, not as a joke.

Ah, the 70's!

The game was a bit closer than FSU fans liked.

And CP7 through quite a few pics.

But, a W is a W.

And FSU lives to fight another day.

By early in the 4th quarter, FSU went up 24-19:

And, that was the final score:

All, in all, it was a great day.

TCD

I just love my Nole's stadium. I have not been able to go to a game for a few years now, but hopefully one day soon I will be back there cheering on my Noles from the stands instead of my couch!

I tell you Saturday's game had me worried, but they pulled it out! Can you believe all the darn picks? That was ridiculous!!!

BTW I too performed at Doak Campbell during high school. For me it was senior day and all the high school senior band students got to march with the Chiefs that day. It was quite fun but also a bit intimidating being in front of so many people. However, you are doing much better than me because I do not even remember what song we played and that was just in the 87-88 school year.

 

[anolefan]

I promised some photos from the FSU v. BC game on October 16, 2010.

As previously mentioned, I cannot remember another football game I have ever attended with such pleasant weather. It was probably in the low 70's at kick-off, and I doubt that it got to be much above 80, and there was no humidity.

You never know who you might run into before a football game. I ran into this bloke outside the stadium. He looks much smaller on TV, doesn't he?:

(anolefan, please note that I am not wearing Gator crocks to the Doak this time)

That is awesome. And I think Garnet is a much better color on you!


And CP7 through quite a few pics.

He definitely did not look sharp. I think there is still some lingering effects from his shoulder injury last season. It seems they are limiting his vertical throws, but who knows.


But, a W is a W.

I'll never complain about a W, especially when I never thought we'd be 6-1 and bowl eligible right now. We have a legitimate shot at winning out this year for the first time in several.

All, in all, it was a great day.

Looks like a fantastic time. Just wish the Noles could get a sellout before the UF game. It pains me to see the empty seats every game in the endzone seats.

TCD

Thanks for the report. I really enjoy the pictures!

Keep em coming, even the Gator reports are cool too.

 

[FWFans]

Since this thread has been quiet for the past few days, I figured I'd pass on this information:
DH and I are sitting here watching the UCLA vs Oregon game on ESPN. At half time there was a long segment on the SEC West. They stated it was the best conference in all of football with 5 of 6 teams in the top 25 . Plus they were talking about the upcoming game of LSU vs Auburn. They stated it was the best offensive rushing team (Auburn) going against the best defensive rush team (LSU).
There were a few other things stated but I can't remember what they said exactly.
All I know for sure is that it will be one exciting game! I can't wait until Saturday !!!

GEAUX LSU !!!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

Since this thread has been quiet for the past few days, I figured I'd pass on this information:
DH and I are sitting here watching the UCLA vs Oregon game on ESPN. At half time there was a long segment on the SEC West. They stated it was the best conference in all of football with 5 of 6 teams in the top 25 . Plus they were talking about the upcoming game of LSU vs Auburn. They stated it was the best offensive rushing team (Auburn) going against the best defensive rush team (LSU).
There were a few other things stated but I can't remember what they said exactly.
All I know for sure is that it will be one exciting game! I can't wait until Saturday !!!

GEAUX LSU !!!

I watched some of the Oregon/UCLA game too.

How in the world did UCLA beat Texas?

I know I am supposed to be impressed by Oregon. But, I'm not.

That's a different, wimpier, form of football that they play out West.

Also, the officials let Oregon get away with murder.

Bletch.

Now, let's discuss this weekend in college football.

First, a bold prediction: UF will not lose on Saturday.

A second bold prediction: Neither will FSU.

They both are off this week.

As for this weekend's games, the biggest one for me, of course, is LSU @ Auburn. I don't know what to think about this one. I would like to see Auburn win (sorry LSU fans), but there is no way to predict this one. I think this will be a knock down-drag out battle.

I also wouldn't mind seeing some of Bama @ Tenn and SC @ Vandy.

Oklahoma @ Missouri should be a good game, too.

I hope my Gators take this week to get their act together.

TCD

 

[2goofycampers]

MTSU plays Louisiana-Monroe tomorrow, who do you think will win ?

 

[thegoofyfamily]

I also wouldn't mind seeing some of Bama @ Tenn and SC @ Vandy.

I hope my Gators take this week to get their act together.

TCD

If Bama can't beat TN, I will lose the check for DH's alumni association dues. The Gators need more than a week at this point. Not hatin', just sayin'.

 

[AuburnJen92]

I seem to remember that the Alumni dues come every year, whether or not the team wins or loses. They don't seem to care about football, just emptying your wallet. I'm just sayin....

 

[thegoofyfamily]

They do come......and the prices never change regardless of how the Tide Rolls. The loss to SC was tough.....Bama was clearly outplayed. Like the Bama/Gator game, the Bama/TN game is huge in this house since DH's brother is a Vol.

If Bama can't beat TN this year. It's gonna be ugly. Auburn is always a good game too, but this year will be tough.

 

[liv luvs disney]

They do come......and the prices never change regardless of how the Tide Rolls. The loss to SC was tough.....Bama was clearly outplayed. Like the Bama/Gator game, the Bama/TN game is huge in this house since DH's brother is a Vol.

If Bama can't beat TN this year. It's gonna be ugly. Auburn is always a good game too, but this year will be tough.

I'm not expecting the Vols to win tonight, though as we all know, anything is possible and one can certainly hope! Regardless, you better believe I'll be watching with a full spread of all kinds of "football food."

 

[AuburnJen92]

 

[LORNADUCK]

I even know tha AUBURN WON:

 

[AuburnJen92]

Lorna sent me a text and told me she figured out when and where a touchdown happened. I had to go sit down.

 

[clkelley]

lorna sent me a text and told me she figured out when and where a touchdown happened. I had to go sit down.

lol

 

[FWFans]

Congratulations Auburn! It was a well played game. I hope to see ya'll go all the way to the BCS Championship Game . Cam Newton is awesome! I would also like to see him get the Heisman Trophy. I will still pull for my LSU TIGERS, but I knew it would be a difficult game without a good QB. Hopefully things will be different next year at Death Valley Stadium.

 

[Magicbus]

 

[AuburnJen92]

I love you man!