SB Nation User Blog: I hate UT

Endzone paint

I hate UT — Fri, 08 May 2009 13:50:50 -0000

Did anyone notice the new-look endzones at A Day? They look more like the old ones from Legion Field with the letters on a slant, but one did say CRIMSON TIDE rather than both saying ALABAMA. Not that it really matters, but why would we go and screw up the re-branding that we have worked so hard to establish. The script A and the ALABAMA in all block letters are the official athletic logos. I know we have discussed on the loss of the elephant on RBR before, but it just seems odd.

Moving back to the Capstone

I hate UT — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:39:18 -0000

Not that anyone cares, but I was recently offered a job at UA. Of course I accepted the offer and now I am stoked to be moving back to Tuscaloosa. The university obviously means a lot to everyone at RBR and I cannot express how happy I am to have the opportunity to contribute at a place that means so much to me.

Any Tuscaloosa residents with some info on area schools would be much appreciated. I have a sense that Northport has better schools, but honestly I have no clue and as with any parent this is an important issue.

RMFT

More info on Kiffin's death wish

I hate UT — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:30:52 -0000

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/andy_staples/02/05/kiffin-meyer/index.html?eref=si_topstories

I know a lot of people have been commenting on Kiffin and his big mouth, but this piece adds some new info. This guy has already been an embarassment to UT and he hasn't even coached a game. If he has a season like most expect, he will start to take heat before next December. A total idiot. Welcome to the big league dumb ass.

Lane Kiffin

I hate UT — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:29:45 -0000

Did anyone see the Lane Kiffin presser? It was oddly familiar. Yes, in fact it was very similar to Mal Moore introducing Mike Shula. A nice looking young man from a fine football family. A guy that made a name for himself by being the son of a coach with a great reputation rather than by actually proving himself on the field. Yes, both coaches with no experience as the head man at the college level. Great move Mike Hamilton (UT AD) I think you have found a winner in LK. Even if his dad comes (which is still up in the air) the problem with UT is not defense and its not recruiting. They need a real OC. So as I see it, UT will field a team led by a man with no experience, with no offense, and with a solid D. Wow, this is Mike Shula all dressed up in orange. I say he is fired within 4 yrs.

Oh and Clemson. Obviously I was pulling for Dabo since he is a Bama man, but I think they jumped the gun a bit. The ACC is such a desirable conference, bc being average means you may win the whole damn thing and wind up in a BCS bowl.

Two bad coaching decisions made on the same day. I am now totally convinced a coach is basically everthing. Other issues will all work out with the right head man.

WTF, killing someone over a GAME

I hate UT — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:17:09 -0000

I saw this on the SI site. I had to read it twice, because it seems like a horrible joke. Apparently, after the Bama-LSU game an altercation led to the death of two people. From what I read, these guys watched the game at different homes, but met after the game to fight over the outcome. They both had guns with them. I serisouly hope more comes out of this. Surely they had dealings with each other over other matters and the game was just the culmination of those interactions. I love college football and almost had a heart attack on Saturday over it, but come on. At the end of the day this is just a GAME for kids.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/ncaa/11/10/slaying.ap/index.html?eref=si_topstories

College Football Final

I hate UT — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:23:37 -0000

If ESPN has anything to do with it an undefeated Bama team would not play for the NC over Penn State. I am not saying that we will go undefeated. In fact, I will not be overly suprised if we lose 2 games. Texas may also stumble with Tech this weekend. But ESPN is clearly pushing PSU even though they have the easiest road. Their only quality win was over Ohio State and that was a close game. The same OSU team that got killed by USC. Last night we (the no. 2 team in the nation) got about 15 sec worth of highlights while Texas and PSU got a ton of attention. ESPN has also been playing this Joe Pa thing up like crazy. Its all about ratings and lets face it. PSU, Texas, USC, etc. are all in bigger markets. Saban is also no media darling. Ultimately I care about SEC championships but I do find the ESPN agenda interesting.

Don't change a damn thing

I hate UT — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:50:59 -0000

This seems like a nice time to bring up an important plea. As fans we of course have a large influence on the outcome of the game from our seats in BDS or in front of the TV. I have no doubt that my lucky shirt, hat, and shaker are partly responsible for our 6-0 start. Please DO NOT change your gameday routines. We don't want to upset the balance. I am actually not very superstitious, but who knows, maybe there is something to this.

RMFT

Any takers on the system

I hate UT — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:30:54 -0000

I saw on Frankin's web site that he is still willing to give coaching seminars on his offensive system that attracts players, scores points, wins games, and most importantly wins championships. The site makes a special point that this is not the kind of seminar where you drink beer and chase women all weekend. Ah, come on now. That book that was selling for hundreds of dollars a few months back. I would like to know how much they are selling for now. I think Franklin may end up coaching against Dubose in some terrible high school games real soon.

Here is the link:

http://thesystemclinics.com/

Barner friend

I hate UT — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:58:33 -0000

of mine told me yesterday that he listened to the Bama game on the radio, but didnt even learn of the Auburn score until Sunday morning. Now he was on a road trip, likely drunk, and claims a girl came into play. I told him he was typical of most Barners in that he was more concerned with Bama that AU. This is plain and simple a bad case of little brother syndrome. This will probably only get worse since their season is really over until the Iron Bowl (which I contend is not as important as the 3rd Sat in Oct anyway).

Rolando has class

I hate UT — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:56:14 -0000

I sat down and finally watched the Nick Saban show on Tivo last night. During the highlights I watched as Rolando scooped the ball and ran into the endzone. As a defensive guy I would think he would be so excited he may do a little dance with some bandstanding, but he simply tossed dropped the ball and ran back to the sideline. In fact, it looked as if some other players wanted to do a chest bump or some of that crap and he simply ignored them. What class. That is truly acting like you have been there before. The more I learn of Rolando, the more I love this guy.