I agree with you, it all comes down to how we define realistic.
Yesterday I gave Michigan a good probability of winning it all, and after watching the close Georgia - OSU game I really think they could have done it this year. I expect them to be better than this year next year, so why not repeat? That is basically my reasoning for consecutive being realistic.
It's obviously not what happened, and it will never be the expected outcome, but as a ceiling it's a yes for me.
Thanks a lot for the reply, the streaming option is the back-up plan right now. I'll have my laptop with me, and FuboTV + VPN should get the trick done. Watching on a bar with folks would be much more fun though.
This scenario might be possible, Michigan gets in as 4 and plays Georgia / Bama at 1. If OSU wins and we win out Michigan probably gets in at 2 or 3? Might be an easier match-up. OSU winning today and getting a second loss would remove any ambiguity from Michigan making it in.
My personal preference is for OSU to win today and have the game next week be for all the marbles, with all the story lines, on our stadium, regardless of playoff implications.
I appreciate the post, provides good context and a calm walk through of your perspective. As I read your post I was thinking, if this post came after an OSU loss and another 1 or 2 loss season, it would be almost... comforting. The problem is that it came after an MSU home loss... where talent is actually on our side. Just mind boggling.
My opinion is that this season will be strange, college football is strange, and that Jim Harbaugh is still the man for the job. I also won't give up on the season. Yeah I'm not as hyped any more for it I'll stay positive and think this can always be the year we knock off OSU!
I mean.... We lost to South Carolina, I think? Nothing happened... That's the worse that can happen if we lose to Bama. If we win* though... That can be some real momentum builder for recruiting and next season.
Care elaborating on why it's a load of garbage? I think it makes a lot of sense, and honestly is the stance of a lot of people, including this blog's staff.
It's completely absurd how many of these players get short ended on their compensation. Yes, room, board, tuition, networking, etc have a real value, but for a Denard type player it's nothing. They have to subsidize all the other players and athletes, or worse, stupid admin / bloated coaching roles. What makes it absurd is that this is happening in caricature capitalism America.
Players can be compensated without breaking college athletics. I wish Michigan would lead the charge for change, Leaders and Best.
Thanks for posting this. Good critique on Brian. Man I love the blog and podcasts, but his comments on Harbaugh's mental health didn't come off as a joke. It was straight up speculation based on Harbaugh being "disorganized". For a blog that has raised a lot of money for mental health... Wtf. Shows how passionate we all are about this.
That will make a lot of people outside the state of Ohio lose respect for the institution. Sucks for the students and faculty that are not blinded by a sports team.
Team comes out a bit too hot, defense sells out to get early hits on Haskins and OSU get some yards. Offense has big plays from a well designed game olab, Tarik gets his long TD. M 17-14 OSU.
Second Half:
Run game continues clicking, grind fest begins. Karan gets a long one when OSU's d is done and can't keep up anymore, around mid third quarter. Shae takes another to the house from the red zone. Don Brown adjusts, OSU can't move the ball, Haskins and Tate both have turnovers. Winovich with a strip sack, picks up the fumble TAKES IT TO THE HOUSE. REVENGE TOUR BABY LETS GO.
LIKE everyone else I noticed Harbaugh appeared way more calm last season than any other season... I wonder if having the Amazon crew around had something to do with it. He hasn't lost it once (I'm on episode 5).
As for the QBs Spright seems fine to me, yeah he complained... To his girlfriend...he was probably just being vulnerable and there were cameras around. Okorn... did not like him complaining to Gentry and about the Oline.
If we have the kind of season most of us are hoping for, do you see us recruiting on the same level as OSU and Bama next seasons? If not, what would it take for M to have a no. 1 class?
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I agree with you, it all comes down to how we define realistic.
Yesterday I gave Michigan a good probability of winning it all, and after watching the close Georgia - OSU game I really think they could have done it this year. I expect them to be better than this year next year, so why not repeat? That is basically my reasoning for consecutive being realistic.
It's obviously not what happened, and it will never be the expected outcome, but as a ceiling it's a yes for me.
Ceiling: Multiple Consecutive National Championships.
Will Make me Happy: Competitive in all games.
Can't miss for this weekend: Brewdog Fellowship IPA
Rings of Power + Football is back baby!
Thanks Brian and staff, y'all are dudes
Great point, I cme back to this same thought many times during previous seasonals, the 7 seasons it took Dabo at Clemson.
Thanks! I've also had luck with that VPN.
Yeah, that's what I'm thinking. Midnight celebration and off to watch the game, a pretty good short list of places to check out from this thread.
I'm figuring it right now friendly guy.
Plans are flexible, but those cities are in the short list that's all haha. Appreciate the advice!
Thanks! Going to ask if there will be something going on there for the game.
That sounds like a blast, pretty large alumni base in Mexico City. Definitely will try to reach out to Michigan folks around.
Noted - thanks for the word of advice. Missing the game would suck so much.
Thanks a lot for the reply, the streaming option is the back-up plan right now. I'll have my laptop with me, and FuboTV + VPN should get the trick done. Watching on a bar with folks would be much more fun though.
This scenario might be possible, Michigan gets in as 4 and plays Georgia / Bama at 1. If OSU wins and we win out Michigan probably gets in at 2 or 3? Might be an easier match-up. OSU winning today and getting a second loss would remove any ambiguity from Michigan making it in.
My personal preference is for OSU to win today and have the game next week be for all the marbles, with all the story lines, on our stadium, regardless of playoff implications.
Go blue, beat Maryland!
Great idea! Please a weekly noncomplaining thread.
This team is playing great, with heart, and I'm supporting all the way! Great job coaches, players, staff, fans.
Beat Maryland, Beat the Buckeyes ( BEAT THE BUCKETS, IT CAN HAPPEN!!!!)!
Go blue!
A fanbase can dream
Another interesting thing to consider, our previous opponents scored today:
1. Washington 52 on Arkansas State. (3 Pass TDs)
2. Western Michigan 44 on Pitt. (3 Pass TDs)
This gives me confidence on our secondary. Defense playing great, Go Blue!
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Thank you, great summary.
I'm happy Devin is sticking close to the program, energetic leader.
Can he recruit though?!
I appreciate the post, provides good context and a calm walk through of your perspective. As I read your post I was thinking, if this post came after an OSU loss and another 1 or 2 loss season, it would be almost... comforting. The problem is that it came after an MSU home loss... where talent is actually on our side. Just mind boggling.
My opinion is that this season will be strange, college football is strange, and that Jim Harbaugh is still the man for the job. I also won't give up on the season. Yeah I'm not as hyped any more for it I'll stay positive and think this can always be the year we knock off OSU!
Go Blue! Beat Indiana.
I mean.... We lost to South Carolina, I think? Nothing happened... That's the worse that can happen if we lose to Bama. If we win* though... That can be some real momentum builder for recruiting and next season.
Definitely losing though lol.
Blamed Michigan for not being vocal about an unfair system. You migh not agree with it, but it's not a bar or incorrect posture.
Care elaborating on why it's a load of garbage? I think it makes a lot of sense, and honestly is the stance of a lot of people, including this blog's staff.
It's completely absurd how many of these players get short ended on their compensation. Yes, room, board, tuition, networking, etc have a real value, but for a Denard type player it's nothing. They have to subsidize all the other players and athletes, or worse, stupid admin / bloated coaching roles. What makes it absurd is that this is happening in caricature capitalism America.
Players can be compensated without breaking college athletics. I wish Michigan would lead the charge for change, Leaders and Best.
lololol
Thanks for posting this. Good critique on Brian. Man I love the blog and podcasts, but his comments on Harbaugh's mental health didn't come off as a joke. It was straight up speculation based on Harbaugh being "disorganized". For a blog that has raised a lot of money for mental health... Wtf. Shows how passionate we all are about this.
Go Blue!
That was a legendary game by Carson Edwards. Purdue fans have to be crushed.
It was Ananda, the IPA. Oddly enough I'm not a fan of Tiny Bomb.
And don't have a recipe for you. what I do have is a hilarious YouTube video of Gordon Ramsay getting interviewed while eating hot wings.
https://youtu.be/U9DyHthJ6LA
Easily one of the funiwfun things I've seen in a while.
It was Ananda, the IPA. Oddly enough I'm not a fan of Tiny Bomb.
And don't have a recipe for you. what I do have is a hilarious YouTube video of Gordon Ramsay getting interviewed while eating hot wings.
https://youtu.be/U9DyHthJ6LA
Easily one of the funiwfun things I've seen in a while.
1. Patriots take this one and Tom begins decorating a new hand. McVay pisses off Belichik with a successful trick play.
2. No grill but I want some hot wings Gordon Ramsay style. Drinking Wiseacre beer from Memphis.
3. Nope. Best of luck.
Cheers and Go Blue!
4.0 grades and a little extra coaching you say?
That will make a lot of people outside the state of Ohio lose respect for the institution. Sucks for the students and faculty that are not blinded by a sports team.
Lol pausing the podcast on a browser spotlight's Brian's face. Not sure if taking a selfie or doing year-end self evaluation.
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Agree with some folks here:
First Half:
Team comes out a bit too hot, defense sells out to get early hits on Haskins and OSU get some yards. Offense has big plays from a well designed game olab, Tarik gets his long TD. M 17-14 OSU.
Second Half:
Run game continues clicking, grind fest begins. Karan gets a long one when OSU's d is done and can't keep up anymore, around mid third quarter. Shae takes another to the house from the red zone. Don Brown adjusts, OSU can't move the ball, Haskins and Tate both have turnovers. Winovich with a strip sack, picks up the fumble TAKES IT TO THE HOUSE. REVENGE TOUR BABY LETS GO.
M 38 - 14 OSU
GO BLUE!!
Cheers, top rum!
Should have Craig Ross appearances more often!
That's phenomenal.
This was hilarious, great job. The music between ads was indeed very cool. Winning and funny people makes a great show.
This basically confirms the sophomore receivers have a big breakout season coming. Who's third in RB if not Walker?
Michigan 24 - 13 Utah
First post. Very excited for this game. Go Blue!