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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Although I have no dog in this fight, I do like to stir the pot. It won't be long until we have a BCS champion. Using the poll, please indicate who you think will win tonight's game. I have to go with my Big 10 Brethren and am prepared to be blasted by the master of logic... Spock!! |
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KenC Admin 
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Of course you do, as the cold has a chilling effect on the mind..............As I said before, I don't think anyone can beat Ohio State, but then I didn't think USC would humiliate Michigan, Boise State didn't stand a chance against mighty Oklahoma, Florida State made UCLA look like a 3rd world contender, and.....................well, let's just say there is hope! Gator basketball, anyone.............? |
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Edgel 3T WIS 
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This says it all! Attachment: Bowl Game.jpg (Downloaded 34 times) |
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KenC Admin
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Edgel wrote: This says it all! Well, at least we know what a Gator is, but what the hell is a "buckeye"..............oh yeh, it's a fruit in the form of a nut!  So, in the name of 3T "bipartisonship"...........GO NUTS!....or, is it, GO FRUITS? smile8.gifDescription of the Ohio Buckeye Seed Nut: The seed nut is glossy and chestnut-brown in color. It is velvety smooth to the touch with a lighter circular “eye.” It is contained in a spiny, two-inch hull and is set in five palmately compound, five inch long, deciduous leaflets. The leaf formation has been described as “praying hands” by poet Albrecht Duerer. The seeds and bark are slightly poisonous and bitter tasting. The properties can be eliminated by heating and leaching. |
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tny795 3T WIS 
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GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Playing in a bowl is no longer reward enough for some college football players: Some Buckeyes and Gators want a cut of the millions being generated by the championship game. "We all deserve more money," Ohio State senior guard T.J. Downing said. "We're the reason this money's coming in. We're the guys out there sacrificing our bodies. We're taking years off our lives out here hitting each other, and we're not being compensated." Instead, players from top-ranked Ohio State and No. 2 Florida received portable satellite radios and commemorative wristwatches, first-class meals and VIP treatment at posh resorts. "I've got to admit, sometimes I look in my hand and look in their hand," Florida defensive tackle Joe Cohen said, referring to the Bowl Championship Series. "I believe players should get a little bit more than what they're getting. I don't want to sound like I'm greedy. It's just reality. "I believe players should be paid -- because I'm broke." |
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KenC Admin
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Schools make million of $ off of their primary sports teams, not only on Bowl appearances but on game tickets, concessions, clothing and memprabilia sales, shoe contracts, uniform contracts, stadium advertising, broadcast rights, etc...........I firmly believe that the player's primary reward is a shot at the BIG SHOW, and that their talents are specifically "showcased" in Bowl Games. That said, I believe that along with athletic scholarships, players should be given (paid) an allotment for personal expenses since they, and their families, are barred from favors in the forms of cash and jobs from alumni, etc (and rightfully so). But just giving someone a "tuition, books, fees, room and board" scholarship, does not give them all of the necessities of life. I also believe that the University should provide disability income and health insurance for injuries incurred while participating in sports so that the playes have some hedge against life effecting injuries. |
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mcwright Admin 
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As a follow up to Ken, the communities make HUGE $$ of this event and the others like it. The last time OSU played Miami for the title it generated something like 225 million dollars for Tempe and the surrounding area. This year with the Insight Bowl, the hugely successful Feista Bowl and now the BCS bowl, I would have to think we're pushing 400 to 500 million dollars. That money in no way benefits the players or the Universities, but it gives you an idea of the money involved in these bowl games. |
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KenC Admin
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An interesting article and analysis on tonights game. BTW, it's a chance for Ohio State to break an 0-7 run against the SEC. http://msn.foxsports.com/cfb/story/6295082 |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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I think the Gators have a chance.....NOT!!! Attachment: alligator_shoes.jpg (Downloaded 48 times) |
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KenC Admin
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O.A. Gaspar wrote: I think the Gators have a chance.....NOT!!!  |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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KenC wrote: and their 6th National Championship....second in the new Millenium!!!  O.A. Gaspar wrote:I think the Gators have a chance.....NOT!!! |
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mcwright Admin
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SEC = Substandard Education Colleges cat28.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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mcwright wrote: SEC = Substandard Education Colleges cat28.gif YES!!! |
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Gregger 3T WIS 
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Well I voted for OSU to make it 7 to 1 in favor of OSU....Now who voted for Florida?:D |
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Edgel 3T WIS
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Gregger wrote: Well I voted for OSU to make it 7 to 1 in favor of OSU....Now who voted for Florida?:D Yow! Fess Up! face4.gif |
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tny795 3T WIS
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Edgel wrote: Gregger wrote:Well I voted for OSU to make it 7 to 1 in favor of OSU....Now who voted for Florida?:D Last edited on Wed Jan 10th, 2007 09:49 am by tny795 |
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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Well I voted for Florida making it 7-2 - and am man enough to admit it! Hopefully, tonight after OSU's severe embarrassment, some of you will congratulate Florida with the same level of enthusiasm that you now besmirch it with. coyote2.gif OK, maybe not - HAH! Good luck to all my buck-eye-lovin friends...:shock: Steve H. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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srh_pres wrote: Well I voted for Florida making it 7-2 - and am man enough to admit it! Hopefully, tonight after OSU's severe embarrassment, some of you will congratulate Florida with the same level of enthusiasm that you now besmirch it with. coyote2.gif Steve... aren't you the same hater who was calling for the Razorbacks to get over on the Badgers? Jeez man, I would think you would pony up to a winner... I just hope we get a good football game!! Enjoy it with a fine smoke!! |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: srh_pres wrote:Well I voted for Florida making it 7-2 - and am man enough to admit it! Hopefully, tonight after OSU's severe embarrassment, some of you will congratulate Florida with the same level of enthusiasm that you now besmirch it with. coyote2.gif Had hoped the Razorback debacle fell silently into oblivion. Ah well, I have 4 OpusX on the line tonite. Am sure it will be a good game regardless - enjoy it too my friend. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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srh_pres wrote: Paxman wrote:srh_pres wrote:Well I voted for Florida making it 7-2 - and am man enough to admit it! Hopefully, tonight after OSU's severe embarrassment, some of you will congratulate Florida with the same level of enthusiasm that you now besmirch it with. coyote2.gif That was hardly a debacle... The Razorbacks sure took us out of "our game" and we eeked out a win. I couldn't pass this up, though. Plan on enjoying a great game and then talking smack or eating crow... Sounds like a tasty smoke for you... Damn near gametime. May be a bit of the pre-game hype and then... Good luck to all!! |
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KenC Admin
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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KenC wrote: Uhmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Interesting 1st Quarter! Quite so... coyote2.gif |
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KenC Admin
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mcwright wrote: SEC = Substandard Education Colleges cat28.gif OHIO = Old Hippies In Orthopods!
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Hey! Where'd all the Buckeye fans go??? |
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Gregger 3T WIS
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WOW what a 1st half...who would have thunk it???? |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Gregger wrote: WOW what a 1st half...who would have thunk it???? To be honest, am in shock myself... ecstatic, but in shock...:shock: |
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mcwright Admin
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>>>Hey! Where'd all the Buckeye fans go???<<< Don't bother me. I'm having Crow for dinner right now. |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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mcwright wrote: >>>Hey! Where'd all the Buckeye fans go???<<< Hey, you might have some fried gator tail for dessert - whole nother half to go! |
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KenC Admin
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srh_pres wrote: Hey! Where'd all the Buckeye fans go??? |
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mcwright Admin
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I have never seen Jim Tressel make a bonehead call like he did in the first half. He never pushes the panic button. coyote2.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Watching the game hoping for something good to happen. I'm gonna call it now after Tebow just popped another one in. Consider this the offical crow eating for me. Congrats to The Gators. They outplayed the Buckeyes and made them look silly. Great performance in all facets of the game. They've got some real talent there. Goofy desperate move going for it on 4th down on your own 29 but I can't say that made all that much difference considering the Gators domination. The Buckeyes should be ashamed for their lack of intensity and will doubtlessly blame the long lay-off. They simply were never in the game beyond their opening run back. I eat crow and submit the better team won. I am your humble servant... |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: Watching the game hoping for something good to happen. I'm gonna call it now after Tebow just popped another one in. Consider this the offical crow eating for me. You're a good man Pax... if you were nearby here, would share one of the opusx with ya. But since you arent, will smoke one in your honor...  |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Way to go Gators! 'scuse my victory dance... |
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JoshB 3T WIS 
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Can I vote now since I know who won? I was all for the Big 10 getting a national championship, but wow.. they sure had a large factor of sucktitude. I've heard a few people on some radio shows blame it on their 1+ month off before playing.. To that I say, didn't they have a 19 game win streak going into the "big game"? 1 month off is nothing compared to an entire off season.. Bah, I'm still bitter. |
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KenC Admin
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JoshB wrote: Can I vote now since I know who won? As Richard Daly Sr, former Chicago Mayor said, "Vote early. Vote often!" |
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