The Cowboys stink.
Our receivers are either stupid, undisciplined, or poorly coached. Probably all 3.
As for the Rangers: COME ON! All of our metroplex sports hopes are riding on you.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
That was an impressive A&M win against a decent SEC opponent with a very good QB and RB-who fumbles. We gave up >300 yards passing - and look much better at covering receivers than for the last several seasons. JFF broke the all-time SEC single game total offense record held by Archie Manning since 1964. Reasonably good fourth college start. We are no match for LSU nor Bama - but have a puncher's chance otherwise. Manziel is so fun to watch that we are going to become a popular team to be televised.
Ryder Cup Collapse - didn't see it coming at all. Good for Europe to reverse the entire match dynamic.
From here on, the Rangers become the focus. Cocaine warmed up nicely in yesterday's doubleheader. He runs a friendly clubhouse that is player oriented which keeps the fellas cheerful with each other. However, My criticism remains that he does not have a feel for games in progress strategy decisions and this gets magnified in play-off baseball. Without the talent of Nefti Feliz, I think our playoff run will be short. He fails to recognize that Ogando has the talent to play a major role pitching against play-off level offenses. Dempster is shitful.
Aggies Slop the Hogs
Saturday was a good day. My two best buds were in town; we went to the Fair, ate gobs of food, visited for hours. Just a wonderful day. Oh, did I mention that the Aggies creamed the Hogs? It was fun to watch...JFF is one reckless, wild-ass dude....And while I understand that certain defensive packages were in play because of the score, I remain concerned about the defense and its ability to withstand the LSU and Bama offienses. Until then, however, I will just revel in it. (Will be interesting to see if C.Mike can fight his way back into to Sumlin's good graces.)
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Dr. Henry Heimlich asked to be the next Ryder Cup Captain.
Even the Heimlich maneuver couldn't have helped this Ryder Cup team.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Ryder Cup At Medina
The Ryder Cup has become one of my favorite events. The players feel far more pressure than normal. The pressure of supporting teammates, and pain of loss introduced in this format.
I couldn't watch much Friday but I did see the last 3 holes of the match between Woods and Stricker against Colsaerts and Westwood. Woods makes 5 birdies on the back including 16 and 17 and just slips past another on 18 which would have tied halved the match was out done by Colsaerts, who in his first Ryder Cup match
made 8 birdies and an eagle. A fantastic round of putting. These were not a bunch of short puts either. I watched the highlights later and this had to be 200 feet of putts. Medina has not seen a putting round like that since Dave Cardwell in the Mid 90's.
I couldn't watch much Friday but I did see the last 3 holes of the match between Woods and Stricker against Colsaerts and Westwood. Woods makes 5 birdies on the back including 16 and 17 and just slips past another on 18 which would have tied halved the match was out done by Colsaerts, who in his first Ryder Cup match
made 8 birdies and an eagle. A fantastic round of putting. These were not a bunch of short puts either. I watched the highlights later and this had to be 200 feet of putts. Medina has not seen a putting round like that since Dave Cardwell in the Mid 90's.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
No QB Controversy at A&M
Surely after his performance against SCState, JFF has put to rest any thought that Showers should be the starting QB. Does JFF still have a few things to learn? Of course he does....he is a friggin redshirt freshman who now has played in 3 games. BUT, if he can stay healthy and learn (he does have a kinda scary "I don't give a rat's ass what you think" look about him), he could be great. As for our SEC competition, we are going to need a more consistent running game or else Manziel will just get crushed. As for defense, I am loving Damontre Moore. Up next: Arkansas. Maybe we can beat them this year.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Bye, Bye, Billy
Billy Gillespie quit his coaching job at Texas Tech...for health reasons....Dallas Morning News opines that this may be the end of Billy. At least he didn't do it in order to spend more time with him family. Oh, that's right...he doesn't have a family. I think the guy may have a screw loose. Advice to Billy: GET SOME THERAPY.
Dorko: since you are our Tech guy, we want you to find out the real scoop and report back to our loyal followers.
BBL and Oxey: Just so you know, none of my efforts to use the word "dizzy" in this post worked out...I DID try.
Dorko: since you are our Tech guy, we want you to find out the real scoop and report back to our loyal followers.
BBL and Oxey: Just so you know, none of my efforts to use the word "dizzy" in this post worked out...I DID try.
Sunday, September 16, 2012
JFF has a style difference that is apparently polarizing the chat rooms of A&M fans. Because he can and does run extraordinarily, there is fret that he is not a passer. Some are calling for Showers the back up QB. It would be a mistake. Manziel is both passer and athlete. He is a playmaker. If you want to see what is in store, go to you tube and find the Malcolm Brown (Cibolo -Steele) vs Manziel (Kerrville Tivy) game of Manziel's JR year . Classic.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
LSU or ( wait for it ) Texas A&M
Seals-Jones narrows list to final two 
September, 15, 2012
Sep 15
9:17
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By
Sam Khan Jr. | ESPN.com
He went from having an explosive senior season for Sealy (Texas) to being sidelined for a large chunk of it after suffering a dislocated knee on Sept. 6 against Houston St. Pius X. He watched his team's 26-20 comeback win over Cleveland (Texas) from the sideline on Friday night.
And things changed significantly regarding Seals-Jones' recruiting, when Texas exited the picture earlier this week.
Monday, September 10, 2012
This Little Piggie Went to Monroe.....
Here is a link to a good editorial about Arkansas and Bobby Petrino. (And the rest of the article is decent, too)
I Need a New Hobby
By the time the A&M-Florida game began on Saturday afternoon, I had worked myself into a total frenzy of anxiety and, I admit it, hope. Why, oh why, did I listen to the "experts" (thanks for that, Drumski) or friends (Brenblas)? Oh, well.
As for the game, I was impressed by Manziel and the players on offense. I was surprised that the defense hung in, but fear for the future on that front. I was disappointed, however, that our coaches weren't able to respond to the adjustments that Florida made on defense in the second half. As Oxey noted, once Florida realized that we never threw up the middle, it shut down the sidelines and we were done. I sure wish we had not had to cancel the opener.
I still predict 6-6. And when we play Bama, I am going to relive the 1968 Cotton Bowl in my head.
As for the game, I was impressed by Manziel and the players on offense. I was surprised that the defense hung in, but fear for the future on that front. I was disappointed, however, that our coaches weren't able to respond to the adjustments that Florida made on defense in the second half. As Oxey noted, once Florida realized that we never threw up the middle, it shut down the sidelines and we were done. I sure wish we had not had to cancel the opener.
I still predict 6-6. And when we play Bama, I am going to relive the 1968 Cotton Bowl in my head.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Experts?
A&M is getting some love from the press!
http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/features/writers/expert/picks
http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/features/writers/expert/picks
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Is Anybody Out There Redux?
I know, I know. I completely dropped the blog-ball last football season, not to mention all other seasons. But, it is that time again....BOOLEY TIME.... and maybe this season I can sustain the energy through the Super Bowl. I need help, though, so please, contributors, I beg you....CONTRIBUTE! (And remember, if you get an email notification of a post, don't respond to the email because only I will see it. Intstead. log on and post your comment so all of our many (3) followers can see it). Ok. The countdown has begun.
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Saturday, September 17, 2011
Mighty, Mighty Aggies Play Today
As I wait for the Texas-UCLA game, I am watching Clemson and Auburn battle it out. I have seen only a bit of the second half, but right now Clemson is taking it to Auburn. Clemson has an impressive true freshman receiver named Sammy Watkins. Watch out for him. Uh oh. Clemson fumbled.
OU plays Fla St tonight, which ought to be fun. Dallas sports guy, Randy Galloway, recommends betting the house on OU.
Arizona - Stanford might be good later tonight as well. But the game of the day is Your Heroes v. Idaho. I am anxious to see if the Aggie defense plays better than it did against SMU. Prediction: mashed Idaho's. (Of course, I can't watch because it isn't on t.v.)
As for Texas, I have to admit that I am looking forward to seeing the young QB's, McCoy and Ash, as well as Jaxson Shipley (don't you hate it when parents trick up the spelling of their children's names? Good grief.) It will be interesting to see if next season, McCoy emerges bulked up as his brother did a few years ago. Little Shipley plays so much like his big bro...and he is FEARLESS. I hope he doesn't get hurt playing with such abandon.
And for all you Red Radars, Tech meets the mighty New Mexico. Er....
OU plays Fla St tonight, which ought to be fun. Dallas sports guy, Randy Galloway, recommends betting the house on OU.
Arizona - Stanford might be good later tonight as well. But the game of the day is Your Heroes v. Idaho. I am anxious to see if the Aggie defense plays better than it did against SMU. Prediction: mashed Idaho's. (Of course, I can't watch because it isn't on t.v.)
As for Texas, I have to admit that I am looking forward to seeing the young QB's, McCoy and Ash, as well as Jaxson Shipley (don't you hate it when parents trick up the spelling of their children's names? Good grief.) It will be interesting to see if next season, McCoy emerges bulked up as his brother did a few years ago. Little Shipley plays so much like his big bro...and he is FEARLESS. I hope he doesn't get hurt playing with such abandon.
And for all you Red Radars, Tech meets the mighty New Mexico. Er....
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Monday, September 5, 2011
And So It Begins
I alone of the Lawrence offspring suffer from BBL Syndrome: the inability to watch from start to finish any game (or event) involving a team (or lone competitor) which I wholeheartedly support. The symptoms appear during every manner of competition: the Olympics, the World Cup, the U.S. Open (both golf and tennis), baseball, basketball, and football...especially football, especially Aggie football. So it is that I watched the A&M-SMU game this morning, having monitored the game last night and retiring to my bed knowing the Aggies had won. Knowing the outcome in no way diminishes the excitement but completely alleviates the ANXIETY.
First half: offense was decent. Good line play, effective running by the backs, cool play from Tannehill. Lots of short passes...outside bubble screens were successful, in large part due to excellent blocking from the wide receivers. Need work on special teams, though. Two blocked p.a.t.'s. Yikes. The defensive play was a bit schitzophrenic...several sacks but several blown coverages and open running lanes on blitzes. Interestingly, though the score was 33-14 at half, the stats were very even at half-time.
Second half: I felt like both the offense and the defense lost a little focus at the end of the 3rd and start of the 4th. There were several penalties and a couple of bobbles, both of which went our way. This was a first game, though so I am not terribly concerned. The defense tightened up and though SMU did move the ball a couple of times, it didn't score again.
Cyrus Gray ran great and when Christine Michael got his chance, mostly in the second half, he looked really good as well. Tannehill threw to at least 5 receivers...Fuller had 6-8 catches, all relatively short completions. Apparently, he is nursing a hamstring and the coaches didn't want to risk injury sending him on any long patterns. Swope looked really good, both on screens and across the middle. He is tough, has great hands, and will go for the tough catch. Also, he seems to have excellent body control and manages to get decent yardage after the catch.
All in all, I feel really good about the offense and think that with more play, the defense will become more consistent. Hard to replace Von Miller, after all.
Apropos of nothing, I thought that Joel Klatt, former Colorado QB, did a really good job as color commentator. The other guy, not so much. (And, Bob Davie and Brent Musberger are still rotten.)
All in all, a very satisfactory opening day. Now, beat the hell out of Idaho! Gig em, Aggies!
First half: offense was decent. Good line play, effective running by the backs, cool play from Tannehill. Lots of short passes...outside bubble screens were successful, in large part due to excellent blocking from the wide receivers. Need work on special teams, though. Two blocked p.a.t.'s. Yikes. The defensive play was a bit schitzophrenic...several sacks but several blown coverages and open running lanes on blitzes. Interestingly, though the score was 33-14 at half, the stats were very even at half-time.
Second half: I felt like both the offense and the defense lost a little focus at the end of the 3rd and start of the 4th. There were several penalties and a couple of bobbles, both of which went our way. This was a first game, though so I am not terribly concerned. The defense tightened up and though SMU did move the ball a couple of times, it didn't score again.
Cyrus Gray ran great and when Christine Michael got his chance, mostly in the second half, he looked really good as well. Tannehill threw to at least 5 receivers...Fuller had 6-8 catches, all relatively short completions. Apparently, he is nursing a hamstring and the coaches didn't want to risk injury sending him on any long patterns. Swope looked really good, both on screens and across the middle. He is tough, has great hands, and will go for the tough catch. Also, he seems to have excellent body control and manages to get decent yardage after the catch.
All in all, I feel really good about the offense and think that with more play, the defense will become more consistent. Hard to replace Von Miller, after all.
Apropos of nothing, I thought that Joel Klatt, former Colorado QB, did a really good job as color commentator. The other guy, not so much. (And, Bob Davie and Brent Musberger are still rotten.)
All in all, a very satisfactory opening day. Now, beat the hell out of Idaho! Gig em, Aggies!
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Finally. College Football Begins.
HAHAHAHAHA! Houston beat California pretty boy Bruins.
Oh, I forgot to mention that COLLEGE FOOTBALL HAS BEGUN. Thank you, sweet baby Jesus.
A few random thoughts:
Beware the Bear. Baylor beat TCU in a gutbusting, swashbuckling, sidewinder of a game. No defense, but what an impressive offense. Speaking of Baylor's defense, the coordinator is Phil Bennett. An A&M grad, he has been at TCU, OU, LSU, A&M, SMU as head coach, and many others. Still has a little work to do at Baylor. The scheme is permanent nickel: 5 DB's at all times. Interesting. On offense, Robert Griffin looked really, really good but I wanted to slap the color commentator each time he called Griffin "RG3". That was getting on my last good nerve. Also, TCU has new uni's...sort of cool stencil effect on the numbers, but the "6" looks like a "G".
No surprises with the Ohio State, Alabama, and Michigan wins. Some new coaches: Ohio State, Michigan, Stanford, West Virginia, Maryland, Florida.
Watched most of College Gameday on ESPN. That is a good show, except for that merkin-wearing Lee Corso. It is past time for that guy to hang it up. He is the talking version of scrabble. Oy.
Tonight Oregon meets LSU and Boise State plays Georgia. Last year, I thought LSU was more lucky than good...undiscplined with no heart. Then I watched them vivisect the Aggies in Cotton Bowl. So now I am not so sure. I think LSU should beat Oregon...I will always pick SEC over Pac 10 (and not because A&M is going there) but I do so here with reservations. Likewise, I don't feel super-confident in picking Boise State over Georgia, especially with the game being played in Atlanta. I just don't trust Georgia, even though the coach is very good-looking. So, Boise State it is.
Tomorrow, the Aggies play the Mustangs. Aggies should win and I pick them to win. Texas plays Rice. Ho hum.
Oh, I forgot to mention that COLLEGE FOOTBALL HAS BEGUN. Thank you, sweet baby Jesus.
A few random thoughts:
Beware the Bear. Baylor beat TCU in a gutbusting, swashbuckling, sidewinder of a game. No defense, but what an impressive offense. Speaking of Baylor's defense, the coordinator is Phil Bennett. An A&M grad, he has been at TCU, OU, LSU, A&M, SMU as head coach, and many others. Still has a little work to do at Baylor. The scheme is permanent nickel: 5 DB's at all times. Interesting. On offense, Robert Griffin looked really, really good but I wanted to slap the color commentator each time he called Griffin "RG3". That was getting on my last good nerve. Also, TCU has new uni's...sort of cool stencil effect on the numbers, but the "6" looks like a "G".
No surprises with the Ohio State, Alabama, and Michigan wins. Some new coaches: Ohio State, Michigan, Stanford, West Virginia, Maryland, Florida.
Watched most of College Gameday on ESPN. That is a good show, except for that merkin-wearing Lee Corso. It is past time for that guy to hang it up. He is the talking version of scrabble. Oy.
Tonight Oregon meets LSU and Boise State plays Georgia. Last year, I thought LSU was more lucky than good...undiscplined with no heart. Then I watched them vivisect the Aggies in Cotton Bowl. So now I am not so sure. I think LSU should beat Oregon...I will always pick SEC over Pac 10 (and not because A&M is going there) but I do so here with reservations. Likewise, I don't feel super-confident in picking Boise State over Georgia, especially with the game being played in Atlanta. I just don't trust Georgia, even though the coach is very good-looking. So, Boise State it is.
Tomorrow, the Aggies play the Mustangs. Aggies should win and I pick them to win. Texas plays Rice. Ho hum.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Bloomberg: A&M sys it is leaving Big 12
Texas A&M Says It Will Seek to Move From Big 12 Conference in June 2012 - Bloomberg
Texas A&M University said it will seek to move from the Big 12 Conference, without identifying the league where it might wind up in 2012.link to Bloomberg
Thursday, August 4, 2011
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