Todd Dodge will be accepting the gig at Marble Falls...the hiring is imminent based on the 10 business day posting period

Apparently acccording to other sources in the area Dodge was the front runner for Flower Mound gig but the two sides could not come to an agreement on certian issues, thus Dodge pulled out of the mix and Marble Falls happened to come open yesterday thus paving the way for Dodge to put his name in the hat...

It seems the new way to avoid FOI act requests is to interview candidates before they actually apply. Lewisville ISD is doing this with both of their openings this year and many other districts are doing the same.

Clemson Coach Dabo before the game last night, "After this game, I hope the whole country is talking about our defense." Well they are coach, they are talking about how bad it was last night.

Great game tomorrow night in the Cotton Bowl. Who you got?

And Monday, we'll be treated to the first NC game ever decided on penetrations.

By Tim Dierkes [December 19 at 7:40am CST]

The Nippon Ham Fighters will announce their acceptance of the high bidder and the winning team for Yu Darvish tonight, tweets Danny Knobler of CBS Sports after talking to agent Don Nomura. Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports notes that the announcement will be around 7-8pm central time tonight.

It's official, the eye test wins. Bama vs. LSU for the title.

Saban voted Okie St. 4th. Classy all the way.

CFN.com has the TCU bowl game ranked as the 32nd best out of 35. Hooray!!!! So close to a BCS game only to end up with this...

Cotton Bowl is the big winner. #6 vs. #8 Arkansas vs. Kansas St.

Complete list of bowls:

2011-12 College Football Bowl Schedule

I don't want to see LSU play Alabama again.  I just don't.  The first game was 9-6.  I understand how much NFL talent there is on those two teams, but still, 9-6.  I am going to post an excerpt from this article and I'll link the whole thing if anyone wants to read it.  And if David Shaw is going to get grief for his comments the other day, Saban needs some coming his way as well. 

In December of 2002 I spent the better part of the month getting hammered by Miami fans for saying their Hurricanes were overrated and CFN’s pick of Ohio State to win the Fiesta Bowl. It was supposed to be a sure-thing that Miami – the defending national champion on a 35-game winning streak – was going to blow past the undefeated but shaky Buckeyes.

Ohio State 31, Miami 24.

CFN was obliterated by angry USC fans for picking Texas to win the 2006 Rose Bowl, even though the mighty Trojans were already named the Greatest Team of All-Time. Texas 41, USC 38

I was also honked at by the SEC types for handing Ohio State the crown in 2006 after the epic 42-39 win over Michigan.

Florida 41, Ohio State 14.

Penn State 14, Miami 10 in the 1987 Fiesta Bowl; Alabama 34, Miami 13 in the 1993 Sugar Bowl; Utah 31, Alabama 17 in the 2009 Sugar Bowl; West Virginia 38, Georgia 35 in the 2005 Sugar Bowl; Boise State 43, Oklahoma 42 in the 2007 Fiesta Bowl, and on, and on, and on.

Going by the “eye test” is a dangerous thing.

Yeah, Alabama looks like it’s one of the two best teams in the country, but time after time after time the eyes have failed the college football experts. That’s why they actually play the games on the field, and that’s why someone other than Alabama has to play LSU for the national title.

From a theoretical standpoint, nothing positive can come out of a rematch for the national title. If LSU wins, then it’ll be an empty feeling. It would be nice to see an Oklahoma State, Virginia Tech, Houston, or anyone else get their shot, if only to prove once again that LSU is better than everyone.

If Alabama beats LSU, then there will always be a, “Yeah, okay, but …,” attached to the national title. The series will be tied at 1-1 with LSU having won at Alabama.

And then there’s the eye-test thing to go back to.

Alabama beat three teams with winning records. Its best win was over an Arkansas team whose best win was over the seventh-best team in the Big 12 – Texas A&M. Bama’s second best win was over the Big Ten’s fifth-best team, Penn State.

What’s missing from the LSU and Alabama equations? Passing teams.

Tyler Wilson was the best quarterback Alabama faced. Jordan Jefferson was second. The third-best quarterback Oklahoma State faced was Arizona’s Nick Foles, who threw for 4,334 yards and 34 scores- Robert Griffin and Landry Jones, up next, are the other two.

LSU faced West Virginia’s Geno Smith and got bombed on.

Again, what will it prove if these two play a rematch?

Isn’t just possible that getting through the Alabama schedule really wasn’t that big a deal? Isn’t it likely that Oklahoma State, Stanford, Virginia Tech, or even Wisconsin, would’ve also gone 11-1 with this slate?

Isn’t it possible that our eyes could be deceiving us? Let’s give another team a crack at LSU to find out. If Alabama goes to the Sugar and wallops Michigan, it’ll finish No. 2 – like it should.

http://cfn.scout.com/2/1133761.html

That other thread is way too big to wade through so, here we go.

No surprise, especially after he asked off ESPN's telecast of Michigan-Ohio St., but Urban Meyer's health and family have obviously improved to the point where he can coach again.  Here's hoping Ohio St. gets slammed with probation and we'll see just how long Urban sticks around.

Despite KOK's constant claims of Arkansas owning a quick strike offense, LSU put the smack down on them Friday afternoon.  Looking at their schedule, Arkansas might have been one of the worst #3 teams in the country ever.  Their best win is a 4 pointer over a 6-6 A&M.  The only two schools worth a crap they played (Alabama and LSU) blasted them.  They beat Missouri St., Troy, and New Mexico in non-conference and didn't have to play Georgia in the SEC this year.

Who's ready for another 9-6 shootout?  LSU and Alabama certainly look for all the world like they will play for the NC.  LeBreton wrote a decent article today http://www.star-telegram.com/2011/11/27/3553898/alabama-blew-it-oklahoma-state.html where he discusses that if every game in College Football really does count, as the BCS says, than a rematch can't happen.  Also an interesting point made that most rankings have the Big 12 being a better top to bottom conference this year than the SEC, yet Alabama will play in the NC game over Oklahoma St., who could still win the Big 12. 

In a real defensive scrum, Baylor finally beat Tech 66-42.  I knew Tech was beat up, but man they have more injuries than even I thought.  A WR actually started at CB.  Give credit to Gannaway at Baylor,  I don't think I've ever seen a less impressive 200 plus yard rushing performance. 

I know people have been kicking this around but I thought it might be fun to pack them all into one thread.  National title game tonight.  Oregon vs. Auburn.  Two teams ranked in the mid-teens/low 20's to start the year that made it through undefeated and get to play for the NC. 

My prediction is as follows:  I think we are going to see a repeat of the SEC title game.  Auburn will jump out early on Oregon and force the Ducks to throw the ball way more way more than they want to.  Outside of Maehl, Oregon doesn't have any real scary play making WR's.  I think people forget how well Newton throws the ball, at least in the confines of this offensive system and college football in general.  I think the SEC continues its NC game dominance and wins somewhere around 49-28. 

I hope I'm wrong by the way.  I don't like Auburn or Cam Newton. 

Fire Away!!! 

Since we have seen the importance placed on the coordinator positions at THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS on this board, I have officially titled this the UT Coordinators Thread.  Now, I dont' want any college football discussion in here that doesn't relate to what coach UT could get as their coordinators if that coach was lucky enough to be offered one of those 2 coveted spots.  Wait, coveted isn't the right word.  I don't think there is a correct word for this.  Let's just say, if you get offered one of these 2 spots, you drop what you are doing, inform your boss you quit, and immediately pack up the U-Haul and head to Austin. 

I just heard a rumor from Orangebloods that Mack considered taking over OC duties until he remembered that would involve actually having to, you know, coach something...

As for games, 5 days away from bowl season kicking off.  I don't know who is playing exactly, but there are 3 really bad games Saturday...

Not much going on in the world of college football this week.  FCS playoffs are about the extent of it.  Bowl games kick off in another week or so. 

I find it funny that so many people are almost offended by the fact that TCU is a favorite going into the Rose Bowl against Wisconsin.  We got another Big 10 gem this week when Big 10 commissioner Jim Delaney said Non-AQ schools 12-0's don't equate and that they get out more than they put in.

Second interesting note was on the ESPN crawl last night.  Tommy Tuberville has apparently interviewed for the Miami job.  Sources say he was so colosally disappointed in their 7 win season that he's ready to leave Tech after one year.  Wouldn't that be delicious?  Fire Mike Leach, hire the guy who is going to take Tech to the next level and then watch him bail after 1 year...

Saw this on MLB Trade Rumors.  I know it isn't as important as the Greg Davis firing, but it is important nonetheless.  Wonder if Dunn came off his no DH stance, or if the White Sox really think he can play 1b or in the OF?  I know this is a guy a lot of people on this board have been fond of and we always heard he wasn't a big fan of the AL.  Wonder if CWS moneywhipped him? 

Obviously we know the big championship games this weekend. 

1. SEC: Auburn vs. South Carolina at the Georgia Dome (Auburn only a 4.5 point favorite interests me against a 3 loss SC team.  I know SC pushed them last time, but Auburn is supposed to be the best team in the country)

2. Big 12: Oklahoma vs. Nebraska.  Sad to see this rivalry go away.  It sucked that the Big 12 put it on a rotating basis and now with Nebraska leaving who knows when we'll see it again.

3. ACC: Florida St. vs. Va Tech: Nice rebound for Va Tech after the Boise St./James Madison debacle.  I found it funny that everyone hammered Utah for losing at Notre Dame following the loss to TCU, but most people ignored that Va. Tech choked against 1AA James Madison after losing to Boise.  I suppose that falls under the when the loss occured category.  Florida St. needed help get into the game so we'll see how it turns out for them with the Colleyville Heritage alum at the helm.

4. Not an official championship game but Oregon rolls into Corvallis to play the Beavers.  TCU fans are rooting hardcore for Cocks and Beavers this weekend.  Hooray!!!

Also inculded:

SMU gets a shot at the CUSA title. 

Boise St. gets to take their frustrations out on poor Utah St.

Nevada has to focus playing La. Tech on the road.

UConn can wrap up the Big East with a win over S. Florida.  If not W. Virginia needs to beat Rutgers to go the BCS.   

Not much to say here.  TCU/Utah and Bama/LSU are the obvious big ones. 

I would love it, LOVE IT, if Horns 130 would make another appearance, but I'm pretty sure the coward in him won't. 

Who becomes bowl eligible first, UT or Tech?  Discuss

Lot's of interesting developments around the corner

1. Is Denard Robinson really so good that Michigan can keep winning despite playing ZERO defense?

2. Will UT lose enough for Horns130 to leave forever?

3. Tech is dangerously close to already colossally disappointing Josey...

4. The Big 12 South is a whole bunch of bad football

5. Will Oregon continue to jump teams for no apparent reason?

College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!! College Football!!!

Last one is pushing 900 comments so let's roll out a new thread. 

I added some fun filled football quotes to get to 75 words.  I'll apologize in advance for the first one.  I know it was stupid for a church to think Arkansas could beat Texas.  Preachers should know better than anyone that God loves Mack Brown...

'Football is only a game. Spiritual things are eternal. Nevertheless, Beat Texas ' Seen on a church sign in Arkansas prior to the 1969 "Game of the Century."

'The man who complains about the way the ball bounces is likely to be the one who dropped it.' Lou Holtz

'There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you.' Woody Hayes

Also known as the "Hey Josey, Muschamp wants to know how his overrated arse tastes" thread...

Couple of things...

1. Mike E owes us his left nut after promising betting it that Baylor would cover.  Don't worry Mike E, a lot of people live normal lives as a uniballer.

2. Serious question here.  Why didn't UT throw it around at the end of the Tech game like they did against Wyoming?  10 point lead, young QB who needs reps.  Perfect opportunity there to chunk the ball around and get him some good practice. 

3. Air Force looked dang good against OU.  I thought they might pull that one out.  Either Air Force is really good, or the Big 12 isn't very good since one of their top 3 teams barely won at  home. 

New thread for the upcoming weekend. 

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Also known as the "Mack Brown had his starting offense in throwing deep balls up 20 with 2 minutes left" Thread. 

Multiple things to talk about here.  OU rebounded by beating the dog out of a probably overrated Florida St. team.  The top two teams in the country looked pretty solid against middle of the pack Top 25 teams.  I felt sorry for the Penn St. QB.  First road start of your career is against a dang good Alabama D.  The ACC is trying as hard as it can to be the worst AQ conference.  Ga. Tech loses to a Kansas team fresh off a loss to S. Dakota St.  And Josey's question of which Top 25 team will empty their bowels all over the field was resoundingly answered by Va. Tech. 

It appears according to MLB Trade Rumors that Glaus is close to signing with the Braves to be their everyday first baseman.  Not a huge surprise.  We had heard the rumblings that he wanted an everyday spot in the lineup.  Wren delivered on yesterday's promise that they would add a run producing bat soon.  Took him about 12 hours...

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It appears as if Figgins will sign a 4 year 36 million dollar deal with the Mariners.  The little guy ends up not leaving the division...

This note from MLB Trade Rumors about the Angels trying hard to trade Gary Matthews Jr. made me chuckle... Matthews, 35, hit .250/.336/.361 in 360 plate appearances for the Angels this year, playing all three outfield positions. Between the contract, Matthews' loss of power, and his questionable defense, he has strong negative value.  Without the contract, what would Matthews fetch on the free agent market?  Maybe one year, $1-2MM?

The elf stays, The elf stays, The elf stays!!!

Madden announced his retirement from broadcasting today.  No more Al and John on Sunday Night Football.  Any guesses on who replaces him?  I personally think he has lost some of his effectiveness over the last couple of years.  He seems to ramble too much and lose sight of the points he was trying to make.  However, I still think Summerall, Madden was one of the greatest booth duos of all time.  Also, as long as he keeps making his video game, most of the young generation won't care about this news.

Okay, I know this game doesn't get great reviews, but I rented it for the Wii and wanted to warn anyone who had the same idea. 

#1: I turn on the game, choose the Rangers, and realize Young still plays SS and Metcalf plays 3B.  No problem, I think, I'll call up Andrus and play him at SS.  No can do, Andrus isn't even on the game. 

#2: I start a franchise.  I check my minor league teams and realize you have only your AAA team.  Half the guys on the Oklahoma roster are made up.  No Feliz, no Holland, Tommy Hunter is the only real prospect down there.

#3: I check the free agent wire.  The game was made before the major signings.  Available FA's include Manny, Sheets, Pedro, Lowe, Hoffman, etc.  I decide signing Sheets is fair since we did have an agreement with him.  I try to make an offer and they tell me I can't offer any more than 7 million.  I think, finally something realistic, the Rangers are cheap.  Than I look and it says total payroll, 137 million, release a player to make room to sign one.  I check my roster and this is the dumbest shit I've ever seen.  I have 2 middle relievers on the AAA team both making 40 million a year.  These are made up guys making 40 million dollars.  I release both of them and signed Sheets, Pedro, Lowe, Manny, and  O. Cabrera. 

#4: The gameplay is ridiculous.  You aim the remote where you want the pitch to go and than you making a throwing motion.  The pitch never goes where you want.  Hitting, you have to swing the remote like a bat while using the joystick on the nunchuck to pick the part of the zone to swing.  The problem is you don't have time to read the pitch and swing in time to hit it.  I just started power swinging on every pitch right down the middle and hoping. 

I wouldn't recommend even renting this game like I did and especially wouldn't recommend buying it.   

Per ESPN, the A's have reached an agreement with Orlando Cabrera.  He replaces the forever underachieving Bobby Crosby.   I have wasted many a fantasy picks on believing Crosby was going to turn it around and be a late round steal at SS.  It sure seems the A's have bought into the vulnerability of the Angels with their off-season additions.  Holliday, Cabrera, and Giambi do enhance the offense on paper. 

Drugs are bad, mmmmmmmmmmkay 

Since there is no mainpage deal going.  The Karate Kid just struck out Pena Jr. and DeJesus back to back to end the 1st.  It looks like Young got a hit after being the only starter not to yesterday but he was stranded by a Hamilton K and a Cruz out.  All I have is MLB box that updates every half inning so I don't have a ton of info.  I think back to back Spring wins over the Royals will have the rest of the AL a bit intimidated heading towards opening day. 

I know it is way early to read much into it, but I just heard Benson is starting tomorrow's Cactus opener instead of Harrison because they feel like Benson is more stretched out to start a game.  Anyone think this has some meaning or is it just a random everyday Spring decision?  Would you rather see a guy like Benson or a guy like Harrison in the rotation?

Benson's wife is hot!

Benson's wife is hot!

The Amazing Striking Out Brad Wilkerson has signed a minor league deal with the Boston Red Sox.  That's a good add for them I suppose.  Everyone needs a guy like that to strike out constantly and not add much else.  I really though Wilkerson would help the Rangers.  What a huge disappointment he was.  Was anyone else at least somewhat excited when we got him from Washington?  Who got you more excited, Wilkerson, or Termel Sledge?

ESPN is reporting that the Dodgers have interest in Looper, Wolf, and Garland.  Another team looking for a starter not listing Sheets as an option.  We might end up getting him by default.  Plus, I believe I read this right that since the Rangers pick is in the top 15 they don't have to lose it to Milwaukee if Sheets signs.  If I'm wrong on that, please correct me. 

SHEETS!!! SHEETS!!! SHEETS!!! SHEETS!!!

MLBTR has a story up saying Benson called a reporter in Baltimore and claimed 4 teams were interested in him, one of which is the Rangers.  If we were to sign Benson, would you be more excited about him or his wife coming to Arlington.  I would personally attend every start he made and scour the ballpark for her.  Other fun activities would include guess where they did it in the Ballpark based on claims she has made in the past.  Anyway, if you are in a safe viewing environment, type Anna Benson into Google Images to refresh your memory if you have forgotten the joy of the Bensons. 

Did any of you Texas fans ever consider that Ohio St. might beat you?  Of course not, you are too arrogant to ever think a Big 10 school could compete with you.  USC did smash Ohio St., but remember, Wells didn't play.  That's the Wells with around 100 rushing yards in the 1st half. 

Typical UT moment of the 1st half is the joker UT fan with the Hook 'em Horns sign up while the Ohio St. kid is getting put on a stretcher.  Did he think that would help cure him or what?