Mr. College Football

By baloney

November 21, 2007 6:10 AM | Link to this

Alright guys, even Barnhart says LSU would rather play LSU. You have to beleive that there are other writers, reporters and other UGA fans that believe that too. So it must be true.Can’t wait to see how it plays out.

By 3volpaul

November 21, 2007 6:26 AM | Link to this

When Philapottamus gets thru devouring Ky, What will the Dawgs have to talk about? Oh, perhaps not scoring a TD on mighty Gamecocks! I’d forgotten anout that.

By jim@PineMountain

November 21, 2007 6:49 AM | Link to this

Before the Tech AD makes a coaching change, he should take a look at the Ole Miss football program. They made a very bad decision to dump a very good coach that had performed well in a not so great situation. They have gone straight down hill since the change.

By Mike T.

November 21, 2007 7:46 AM | Link to this

Oh, perhaps not scoring a TD on mighty Gamecocks! I’d forgotten anout that.

Georgia plays SC THIS WEEK instead of Tech, Georgia scores 45. Bottom line, Georgia has gotten better as the season went on, and SC has gotten worse.Dawgs will take care of business with South Carloina come next September.

By Bamadon

November 21, 2007 7:50 AM | Link to this

Coach Saban has lost the veteran players. How can you let a sunbelt team beat you in your own stadium and on senior day!! I hope that Coach Saban can turn this sorry a* program back to a respected program!! ROLL TIDE AND KEEP SIRAN STACY IN YOUR PRAYERS!!

By NCdawg

November 21, 2007 7:56 AM | Link to this

It doesn’t matter what b(UT)t does this weekend, we can’t control that. All UGA needs to do is take care of business against the bugs and the BCS should come callin’.

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 7:56 AM | Link to this

I predicted the winner of the Ga / Fla Game (as well as the Ga / Auburn Game). The KY / UT Game is shaping up just like the Ga / Fla game did. The Cats will play loose with nothing to lose. They have the homefield advantage and support of most of the SEC Fans and a strong offense. The Vols are already tight fearing a third loss. When the Vols have been in this position in the past they lose. They cannot stop the KY offense as revealed last week against Vandy. If UT wins they rightfully play for the SECC. If not, the Dawgs go and beat LSU.

By 3volpaul Sucks

November 21, 2007 8:09 AM | Link to this

3volpaul what will UGA have to talk about IF UT upsets UK (yes even Vegas expects UK to win)….a lot

Will LSU beat UT by 30 or closer to 40?

How high will the buffet lines up their prices to get ready for pumpkin head?

What hotel should UGA pick in New Orleans because they are a lock for the Sugar Bowl after they beat Tech regardless of what UT does?

Will UGA beat Hawaii by 30 or 40 in the SUGAR BOWL?

What second tear bowl will UT go to after LSU destroys them?

What crappy big 10 team will beat UT in the bowl game?

I am sure there is more but this is good for now.

By Gordon

November 21, 2007 8:16 AM | Link to this

If Gailey had beaten UGA last year when he should have, he would have some margin of error. Ball played unbelievably bad, there was that “lay on the ground” fumble play, and we still only lost by 3. We had a good running game that day and didn’t use it enough. There aren’t many years where Tech should beat UGA, but that was one of them and Gailey didn’t take advantage. And then we couldn’t do a thing against Wake Forest in the ACC Championship game. Gailey is where he is because of not taking advantage of opportunities like last year and losing too many games to beatable teams like Maryland and Virginia over the years. It will take a miracle to beat UGA this year, but that is what it will (and should) take for Gailey to stay. And even then I’m not sure he should.

By TDone

November 21, 2007 8:17 AM | Link to this

Folks tend to forget what happened at Ole Miss. But the better example is what happened at Auburn. Tubberville was dead to rights during the 2003 season, so much so the university president and the AD took that little excursion to Louisville. One year later, Auburn went undefeated.

We may be damned to keep Gailey, and damned to fire him. But a win Saturday should secure another year for Gailey and otherwise, it might so anyway.

Let’s just win the game.

Go Jackets!!!

By Alpharetta Dawg

November 21, 2007 8:21 AM | Link to this

Tony…I agree on all fronts. Les Miles may not be the first call but he is certainly the first choice. The Big Blue will find a way behind the scenes to discuss this with Les. If he expresses intetrest all the other candidates will be nothing more than a smole screen. UM will wait on Les even if means getting behind on recruiting for one year!

On Chan I think the decision has already been made one way or the other. If the decision has been made for him to stay I think it would only be changed if UGA embarrased Tech Saturday and I don’t think that will happen.

LSU would never admit it but no question they would rather see UT than UGA in the dome

Go Dawgs!!! Go Cats!!!

By AJ

November 21, 2007 8:26 AM | Link to this

Saban’s didn’t say their loss was the equivalent to 9/11. He spoke about how the event brought people together and created a movement in a certain direction. Mr. College Football implies differently and should have seen the interview prior to writing his inaccurate remarks.

By baloney

November 21, 2007 8:28 AM | Link to this

I think the fair thing to do is go ahead and assign the National Championship to UGA tis year. Everyone knows they have improved and everyone else is worse. We know that UGA would kill LSU in the SECCG. We know there is no way that Kansas or Missouri would be a match for UGA since they don’t play in the SEC and they haven’t beaten Florida this year.It isn’t fait that Kansas vs. Missouri might be for the NC. So based on the UGA population we should assign the NC to UGA. At the very least there should be an asterisk by the NC winner (unless of course it is UGA.

By Billy Marett

November 21, 2007 8:31 AM | Link to this

If Georgia advances to the SEC Championship game, do you think CMR will call for a “blackout” in the Georgia Dome? LSU prefers to wear their white jerseys for alomost every game. A “blackout” would give the Dogs an even bigger home field advantage.

By Dawgstompper

November 21, 2007 8:37 AM | Link to this

How about getting behind the White and Gold this week and stop concerning about Gailey! It’s Clean Ole Fashion Hate man, Get pumped up! The Fan base needs to rally around the coaches and the team this week instead of wishing the Mutts to win so Gailey can get fired. How pathetic! TO HELL WITH UGA!!!

By AUtiger

November 21, 2007 8:41 AM | Link to this

Saban sure is a low rate jerk… just ask the people down in S. Florida. Another note.. The Siran Stacey thing is really sad.

As for Auburn.. let’s make history and win 6 in row over ‘Bama!!!
War Eagle!!

By techster

November 21, 2007 8:45 AM | Link to this

Chan Gailey is a fine christian man who plays his players who are generally next in line, unless they do not have the ability. He is loyal to a fault. I have never seen him fumble, throw an interception, hold or miss a pass. Ga. Tech fans, and the knuckle dragging bulldog wannabes, who obviously dont work as they spend hours blogging to fire coach Gailey need to leave the poor man alone, give him time. I promise you he will turn the program around quickly.

By SECisFootball

November 21, 2007 8:46 AM | Link to this

From what I have seen of LSU over the last several years, they will play whoever is in front of them and won’t be afraid to do so. The only thing LSU needs to worry about is the Miles/Michigan distractions. Otehrwise, I look for LSU to win out and play for the NC!

By baloney

November 21, 2007 8:51 AM | Link to this

Ammended from my earlier post. Go ahead and assign the NC to UGA this year and for the next 2 years at least since they are a young team. They will only get better with maturity. Plus after they win (or assigned) these national championships every 5 star recruit in America will want to play for UGA. Heck I would not be surprised to see 5 start blue chip recruits walking on at UGA instead of accepting a scholarship at another school.

By Mikey

November 21, 2007 8:54 AM | Link to this

The only thing the Dawgs need to be concerned about is Tech on Saturday. Everything else is not in their control.

Go Dawgs !!

By baloney

November 21, 2007 8:56 AM | Link to this

BillyMarett, in the words of Tony Barnhart, absolutely UGA would order a balckout for the LSU game. It would automatically make UGA win the game (if there were any doubt anyway). Wearing black jersey’s would make UGA bigger, faster, stronger, and alot meaner.

By Auburn sux

November 21, 2007 8:59 AM | Link to this

5 fingers, one tooth. Auburn, the cow college

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 9:00 AM | Link to this

No Worries By Mikey, CMR & the coaches will have the Dawgs ready and focused on the Bugs. I don’t think they will look past GT. This is a mature team that is hitting on all cylinders now. I doubt anything will stop them.

By azcat225

November 21, 2007 9:08 AM | Link to this

Uhh, baloney, I think most of us got your point a couple of posts before the last one. Sarcasm is one of the things that doesn’t get better with repetition…

By baloney

November 21, 2007 9:11 AM | Link to this

I agree Fldawg. Not even the 85 Bears could stop the Dawgs. I bet even the 2007 New England Patriots would have trouble scoring or stopping UGA from scoring. I bet if the Dawgs and Patriots were to play this year UGA would win. It would even be a blowout if they wore black jerseys.

By Nick

November 21, 2007 9:13 AM | Link to this

Tony:

Your not convinced LSU’s first call will not be to Miles, well come on Mr. College Football who will it be to? Don’t hodl out on us, if you know something tell us! How can it not be?

By DawginLex

November 21, 2007 9:16 AM | Link to this

Anybody else heard anything about Spurrier and Texas A&M ? There are lots of rumors flying around about a group from College Station landing in Columbia earlier this week to talk to Mr Obnoxious ?

Also, UL’s coach may be a one and done at UL. Apparently Kragthorpe has Texas ties, is not happy with the UL fanbase chewing him up over their 5-6 season and is looking at the SMU job.

Anyone ???????

By mor-eno please

November 21, 2007 9:20 AM | Link to this

This game scares the heck out of me. Tech’s got nothing to lose. They are in about the same situation as Tennessee was against us ealier this year. The boys will be fired up. We can’t let Tech’s D set the tempo for the game as they did against Clemson. The only shot Tech has to pull this one out is if they keep it low scoring, blitz the hell out of Stafford, and limit Moreno/Brown package to under a buck fifty. Frankly, I don’t think Tech’s offense can score with us otherwise.

Paperdoll Paul and balogna (baloney) are complete jokes with no life. Enjoy your break turkeys and please limit you jealousy for the Dawgs. Such is not good for the soul; especially at this time of year!

By English 101

November 21, 2007 9:21 AM | Link to this

Nick, do you know the difference between your & you’re?

By baloney

November 21, 2007 9:22 AM | Link to this

Sorry azcat, I was just trying to promote the Dawgs even more so I could see some more of the assinine comments.

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 9:23 AM | Link to this

Keep blogging baloney - the Tech and UT Fans are buying it! Thanks!

By reality check

November 21, 2007 9:25 AM | Link to this

So far Saban has been a bust.

Tony, earlier in the year you said youreself you figured Shula would win at least 8 games with the players he had coming back.

Shula was treated badly at Alabama and did well under the circumstances. Coming in late after the Mike Price debacle and having to contend with probation brought on by his predecessor was too much for anybody to overcome.

I am certainly not a Bama hater, but I believe they are getting what they deserve right now.

By noyellowinthisblood

November 21, 2007 9:25 AM | Link to this

Baloney, I think your absolutely right. The DAWGS are the champs. Let’s still finish the season and bowls though because after the NC game I find myself bored and depressed until the next season starts.

By Bob

November 21, 2007 9:26 AM | Link to this

Nick,

I have it from reliable sources that the Maize and Blue are talking to Chan and he might be their first call.

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 9:31 AM | Link to this

Techster, Chan has had 6 seasons. What is your definition of quickly?

As for Mike T’s point, unfortunately for UGA, you play the games when they are scheduled. I agree that at this point of the season, UGA is playing much better than USC and would likely beat them soundly. The same could likely be said for a UT/UGA rematch.

On the other hand, UGA caught UF at an opportune time. Anyone who watched the game on TV listened to the announcers incessantly point out how Tebow was favoring his shoulder. With a healthy Tebow, who knows how that game would have turned out? UK was playing much better earlier in the year also (e.g., when they beat LSU).

Timing is everything in a championship season. Breaks often come from factors well beyond your control.

UGA’s 1980 national championship year turned on an unlikely desperation play against UF (Run Lindsey!!!).

GT’s 1990 championship season was filled with breaks that went our way. A better team (on paper) the next year didn’t get those breaks and finished with a disappointing record (for that team).

In 2001, a promising season was blossoming before our national tragedy. Tech appeared to be headed for a matchup with FSU (the powerhouse of the conference at the time) in which we would have likely been a strong favorite. As we all remember, the season was suspended for a critical period. By the time things spilled out, a dissipated Tech squad played out another disappointing year.

As for Chan, I have been a detractor from the time that he was hired. I was strongly in favor of Mac McWhorter. The team that he coached against Stanford in the bowl game that year was the last GT team that I have seen play with any sense of fire, joy or emotion. It was a fun game to watch not just because of the score, but because the kids appeared to actually be enjoying playing for Coach Mac.

Tony is right, the Gailey decision should not come down to one game against a heavily favored and more-talented UGA squad that is playing their best ball of the season with a Tech squad that is disintegrating. The decision should be made on Gailey’s body of work at Tech and his ability to fit within the strategic direction of the program.

His body of work is marginal at best. We have had one regular season with more than 7 wins and it finished with 3 very disappointing losses. He holds the record for worst loss against UGA and an 0-6 record against the in-state rival. He holds the ignominity of having embarrassing losses to Duke and Virginia Tech (another 51-7 debacle). The inconsistent, up-and-down performance of his squads is well documented. His problems are not limited to on-field embarrassments. The finger on the academic ineligibilities was pointed elsewhere, but some blame still falls on the Head Coach.

There are few positives to offset the negatives. He has not failed to acheive a winning season or to obtain a bowl bid. Recruiting seems to be on an upswing. We have had a few very talented players on the squad (Calvin Johnson being the obvious example). However, who’s to say that a more energetic and vibrant coach might not take recruiting to an even higher level?

If we choose to keep Chan, it needs to be at least a 2 year decision. With the number of seniors departing the squad this year and the unfavorable schedule next year (road games at VT, Clemson, and UGA) should temper expectations no matter who is wearing the headphones on the sidelines.

My friends and family would be shocked to hear me say this, but I think he needs to stay for at least two more years. He has a winning season this year and a bowl bid on the way (albeit another minor bowl). Two more years shaved off the white elephant contract that Braine left us with would lessen the economic blow on the GTAA. If 2009 is a repeat of the mediocrity, then we cut him loose.

By baloney

November 21, 2007 9:33 AM | Link to this

Serious note here. I have followed SEC football for a long time. I have never seen a group of fans that think they are as good at anything as a UGA fan. Nothing wrong with supposrt and believing your team has a chance, but my goodness these fans go way to the extreme.One thing to be positive, another to be just plain silly.On that note, I am the very first to say my school and any other I have seen have their share of idiots and tootheless rednecks. No one in the south is immune to that fact however. And that is coming from a guy that is a lifelong southerner.

By noyellowinthisblood

November 21, 2007 9:42 AM | Link to this

baloney,If you’re a lifelong southerner your handle should be fried baloney

By SECisFootball

November 21, 2007 9:43 AM | Link to this

reality check….while I do not believe what was said by Nick Saban was a smart comment, I think to say he is a bust is a little bit off base. Shula was given his chances at Alabama and he was not successful. He was given the chance to make some coaching changes, which were necessary, and he chose not to. He also did not recruit very well which is evident based on the product that has been put on the field. Saban right now is trying to rebuild this program and he is starting that process by recruiting a top ranked recruiting class. He has proven that he can revive a program. He took Mich State while on probation and led them to a 10 win season. He took LSU, a team that had 3 winning seasons in the prior 10 years to 2 SEC titles and a NC. Now if in 4-5 years Alabama is still as bad as they are now, I think it is fair to say that he was a bust. However, after year 1, I think you are jumping the gun a bit on your comments.

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 9:47 AM | Link to this

Well baloney, in my first blog I state that if UT beats KY they deserve to play for the SECC. But hey, don’t let the facts get in the way!

By baloney

November 21, 2007 10:01 AM | Link to this

FlaDawg, yep UT gave up a bundle to Vandy. And UGA stopped that potent, although broken down injury depleted KY offense.UGA also creamed Vandy earlier at VAndy, and UT had to squeak by at home against Vandy. UGA blew KY out at home, so UT goes to KY nad will get waxed by the Cats at Lexington. I see how UGA will win the NC now. Silly ole me.

By joe

November 21, 2007 10:17 AM | Link to this

The last time the dog fans were this confident was on Sept 30th, just after they beat Ole Miss to go 4-1. They all thought they would have no problems with a 2-2 UT team. What happened?? A 35-14 drubbing behing the woodshed. Now here they are again after winning 5 in a row and suddenly they are God’s gift to SEC football again. It is so funny how all the dog fans say they would “kill” LSU in the dome…ha ha ha. I almost hope UT loses against KY just so all the stupid dog fans could get another dose of foot in mouth disease. However, I don’t think that will ever happen as UT has too much to play for on Sat and gets into the SEC title game against LSU. One more note there, LSU upset UT in the 2001 SEC title game, so there will be a note of revenge as LSU is beatable by anyone in the SEC in this year of parity.

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 10:18 AM | Link to this

Aw Baloney, You are right! UT slaughtered Vandy - they just kept it close for fun. And since UT is UNDEFEATED in your mind they are gonna roll right over Kentucky and LSU and whomever they play in any Bowl they choose! Wow - Fantasy Island. This is fun!

By Mikey

November 21, 2007 10:18 AM | Link to this

W’s and L’s are all that matter. UT beat us fair and square- it was a L for us. If they beat UK they will have earned it- but I would rather see them lose. GO DAWGS

By Yankee Down South

November 21, 2007 10:21 AM | Link to this

Dear techster, I can assure you that UGA fans are not trying to get Gayly fired. Why would we? Now, tell your mother to revoke your computer rights, and get back to your blow up dolls. Idiot!!

By srschirm

November 21, 2007 10:36 AM | Link to this

An additional 60 mins. of football shouldn’t tip the scales? How about 6 years!?

By JJ

November 21, 2007 10:47 AM | Link to this

If Georgia plays LSU for the SEC championship, the only ‘black out’ the fans experience will be LSU running over and knocking out UGA.

By baloney

November 21, 2007 10:52 AM | Link to this

FLDawg, no UT was lucky to win against Vandy. They were lucky in the same way that UGA was lucky to beat Vandy in that they had to rely on a Vandy miscue to win. KY is not anywhere near the team now as it was in Sept. or early Oct. Such is the way of life for the middle of the pack SEC teams. They can play hard and win some games early in the season, but ultimately they will not have enough QUALITY depth to have a chance at 10 win seasons like the UGA’s, UT’s UF’s.That being said, I tink UT has a decent chance to win at KY. They may not, but they will have a chance as UT has improved a bit too.However, it has been a long time since KY was able to beat UT. It could happen this Sat.

By LargeOrange

November 21, 2007 11:02 AM | Link to this

I just enjoy the fact that any success uga has this year will not be based on their performance against UT(35-14). Go Vols!

By D

November 21, 2007 11:08 AM | Link to this

Tech beats UGA or Chan needs to be fired.

By Rodney

November 21, 2007 11:10 AM | Link to this

do you know the difference between a UGA fan and a babbling moron, the babbling moron would!

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 11:10 AM | Link to this

I’ve passed a course in quantum physics, and I can’t wrap my head around the chain of events that could get UGA close to a National Championship game. It’s true that this year has been the year of the improbable in college football, but improbable is one thing, impossible is another.

UGA will likely finish the year with a Top 5 rating and still have a decent shot at an SEC Championship. UK is indeed likely to beat UT. LSU is not infallible and UGA is playing their best ball of the year (best ball in a long time actually).

UGA is number 7 in the current BCS. They are the highest rated 2 loss team. That means they will have to jump 5 teams to get there (and not have one of the teams just under them jump them). Ohio State is the mythical Big Ten champ (since they have no CG) and a one-loss team with no more games to play. Doubtful that even back-to-back impressive wins over GT and LSU would jump Ohio State (Possible, but doubtful. The nation has a Big 10 bias, ask Peyton Manning).

That means they’ve got to jump undefeated Kansas, AND one-loss LSU, Missouri, West Va., and Arizona St. to even get to a NCG to play Ohio State.

Assuming the Dawgs win out (and UK beats UT), that takes care of LSU. They would have two losses, one of which would be a recent loss to UGA. Possible.

WVU would need to lose to either UConn or Pitt at home. Possible.

Arizona State would have to lose to USC or Arizona at home. Very possible.

The problem comes with the Big 12. A hugely unlikely series of events would need to occur to keep either Kansas or Missouri out of the BCS Championship game.

The problem is that any one of those scenarios is possible, but stringing together the probabilities that ALL of them will occur makes it a million to one chance.

Fun to postulate, however. The saddest case for the pups would be if UT eeks out another stumbling victory over UK and all of the other scenarios play out.

So close but yet so far.

By Dawg70

November 21, 2007 11:11 AM | Link to this

I’m guessing the only set of cleats that baloney was allowed to put on were golf shoes.

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 11:11 AM | Link to this

noyellow, “fried baloney”? LMAO!

Tony, 1) You are correct. As an FOC member I think he needs at least 10 straight loses to the dawgs before Tech makes a move. 10 is a nice even number and sounds a lot worse than 7 straight. After 10 it would then at least sound justified. 2) As someone mentioned above LSU doesn’t care who they play. They will bring it either way. Miles will smashmouth it until the buzzer sounds. The other RB’s he started running last week (Williams?) looked pretty damn good. They are playing like a #1 team right now. 3) $aban is an idiot. But we all knew that already. In no way, form or fashion do you even think about comparing a stupid football game, football fan, game, etc. to a national tragic like that. Then he didn’t have the nuts to come out and apologize for it himself. He sent a PR person. 4) As for Tubs staying? We were able to at least use the speculation the week of our game as a minor distraction. 5) Tony, the fans up here are preparing for Miles. The only phone calls made might go to a minority canidate(s) to make sure the “search” is legitimate.

By Heath

November 21, 2007 11:17 AM | Link to this

Tennnessee 35, Georgia 14

By Navy returns to earth

November 21, 2007 11:19 AM | Link to this

Paul Johnson is as good a coach this year as he was last. But he will not be mentioned as a candidate for big-time openings this year because his Navy team could not stop anyone.

By azcat225

November 21, 2007 11:33 AM | Link to this

This blog is great today!! Keep it up, every one. Just wish my team was worth blogging about, this season or the past five or six. gtne80, where have you been? A dose of well-reasoned verbiage is most welcome here.

I do have to agree with you, baloney, about UGA fans, who now number my daughter among them (who woulda thunk it?). While I wouldn’t call their feelings delusions of grandeur, they do seem to have a slightly inflated sense of self-worth regarding their place in the college football hierarchy, both now and in the overall history of the game.

I’m sure that will earn me some pats on the back now from those same fans. Just expressing my humble opinion; calling me names will definitely not change it.

By Craig

November 21, 2007 11:35 AM | Link to this

DawginLex, Spurrier isnt going anywhere. He’ll be on the sidelines when SC plays in the championship game in the next 2-3 years( Of course he’ll have a new DC after this year, Jerry Glanville please come down to Columbia )

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 11:38 AM | Link to this

gtne80, probably more than a million to one odds that it would happen and I certainly wouldn’t hold my breath. I hope to get by you guys this weekend. If that happens only good things await us.

LargeOrange , the joke is on you fat drink. Evidently, beating UT isn’t required to go to a BCS bowl. That puts you on a level with South Carolina. Now THAT is HILARIOUS! Since some of us didn’t think we would be serious contenders because of our youth at certain postions this year we are very happy with the current status. Plus, you guys get to keep the Pumpkin for the our run next year, and break in a new QB in the SEC. So 35-14, 51-33,

By The Rifleman

November 21, 2007 11:47 AM | Link to this

I just hope the Vols players jump all over the “UK” on the 50 yard line in Lexington after winning on Saturday.

That’s what classy programs do, right?

By Whitegoat

November 21, 2007 11:50 AM | Link to this

As much as I hate to admit it, the dogs are hotter than a half——— fox in a forest fire. They will run wild on the jackets and if the vols are beaten, they will smack the tigers in the SEC Champ game. What can you say about Saban. He may need some med refills. The Tub stays at Auburn. What a great weekend of football. I just hope the OCB can work his magic on the tigers. For what it is worth, Happy Thanksgiving.

By Old Guard

November 21, 2007 11:51 AM | Link to this

Tony, regarding Gailey, who the *#$! said that DRad was letting it “come down to one game?” While your comlumn normally offers valid insight, in this case, you’re not only being presumptuous, you’re sounding a bit pompous. Suggest you read this morning’s edition of your own paper and check the story written by Jeff Schultz. None of us (including you) are mindreaders, but it appears that there are issues between the AD and the HC that go beyond this weekend’s game. Examining Gailey’s body of work - especially in the big rival game - it falls well short of what any fan willing to shell out donations and dollars for tickets would put up with. But for an idiotic contract negotiated by a lame-duck Athletic Director, Gailey would/should have been fired two years ago.

By John Roberts

November 21, 2007 11:54 AM | Link to this

You wake up in the top bunk, snug within your Star Trek bed sheets, with your Dungeon Master’s guide still tight within your clutches. You have that familiar, funny feeling in the pit of your stomach that can mean only one thing—so you rush to the potty, take care of business and the feeling goes away. But something about the tinkling—the color of the urine, the sounds, the sudden urge to relieve yourself—stirs your memory: Yellow Jacket football today!

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 12:13 PM | Link to this

Mr. Roberts, you draw a colorful picture. I have to fight back my inclination to draw the obvious inferences about your obsession of little boys, their pajamas, and their urinary habits. However, for the sake of the general audience on this blog I will show my magnanimity.

Just suffice it to say that I prefer the scenario that you describe to the feeling of waking up lying in a cold pool of my urine and wet sheets — stirring the memory of the tradition of UGA football, a bunch of bed wetting cry-babies.

By UTownsUGA

November 21, 2007 12:15 PM | Link to this

That’s wonderful that all you guys seem to be elated about the fact that UT can’t stop UK.

Ummm… wierd how Kentucky has stopped absolutely nobody this year. Every team they have played had basically put up 30 or better on them. This game has all the potential for 80-90 points from the combined.

In the end UT will end up making a couple more stops than UK, and squeak it out to move on to Atlanta.

By GT80

November 21, 2007 12:17 PM | Link to this

Tony’s right, Chan’s future should not rest on the UGA game. He’s done. Gone.

If he’s not gone after the UGA game, my 6 season tickets in the West Stand are. I had to convince my friends to re-up this year after the ending to last season. I don’t think I can convince them to re-up for another year of Gaileyball.

By Xplayer

November 21, 2007 12:22 PM | Link to this

Gailey pack your bags! No way in hell GT beats UGA.

By Joshua Barlowe

November 21, 2007 12:22 PM | Link to this

Michigan’s first call will be to Mark Richt.

By ugay69

November 21, 2007 12:29 PM | Link to this

My predictions for the rest of the season

UGAY will win out. Stomp GT, LSU, and Kansas in the NC game. Everyone knows that UGAY is playing the best ball in the country right now. What some don’t realize is that they have been the best team in the country all year!! Not even close! Yea, they have two losses but that couldn’t be helped. UGAY’s ungy center was hurt and they had to play the cute one. Those 2 games, Stafford was more interested in the ball in hand instead of the ball everyone else was playing with. You can’t blame him though. When you are born that way, you are born that way. He did the same thing last year against UK, UF and Vandy when the ugly center was hurt. Because of that and the pictures of him spooning Joe Cox, CMR should have know what was going to happen and only recruited ugly centers. So blame CMR. Hopefully with the ugly center playing the rest of the year, Stafford won’t be fantasizing about Cox and can play some good ball. Then we will be unstoppable.

By CW

November 21, 2007 12:33 PM | Link to this

Couple observations on Tech v. Georgia

1. Wouldn’t it be nice to get all the 12-year-olds off the blog who do nothing but insult the other team with name calling? Both sides are guilty. Personally, I’m much more interested in talking football.

2. As a Tech fan, I don’t really follow Georgia closely but I sure do know that their Fr running back is damn good. I also know Stafford has matured into a very solid QB. Our D-line and our linebackers have played very well this season. But the key to our defense has unfortunately been our secondary. Morgan Burnett had a great 1st game at CB. If our secondary can keep the dog receivers in front of them and STOP giving up 40-yard completions, Tech can absolutely hang with UGA.

3. Once again, the pressure is on Tech’s offense to sustain drives, keep the D off the field and make Georgia beat us with 70+ yard drives. Tashard Choice will get his yards. But can Tech’s offense protect the ball? Can Bennett and the receivers both step up together in the same game?

If Tech turns the ball over two or more times, I don’t see how the Jackets can win. I also think the passing game has to account for 200 yards or more for Tech to keep it close, much less win.

1. Last point. I have a ton of respect for Georgia. Don’t like ‘em, but I have to respect them. But this Tech team has enough talent on both sides of the ball (and special teams) to beat the dogs and win the game. It will take a stellar effort from the entire team and I’m optimistic that this team will pull off another improbably upset.

By NW Ga Dawg

November 21, 2007 12:34 PM | Link to this

Hey Heath. 35-14, huh? Okay live on that one for the next year, but I’d rather have 6th vs 19th. UT was a l o n g time ago in football weeks friend.

By Lane

November 21, 2007 12:37 PM | Link to this

Question. I felt that Taylor Bennett, would be a force this year after last year’s bowl game performance-what happened?

I am perplexed that Reggie Ball made no progress in his 4 yrs. as a starter. this has to be a combination of the player and coaching, and coachings failure to make a change. Appears Bennett has regressed!!

Just Curious!!!

By B. Thenet

November 21, 2007 12:41 PM | Link to this

Right about Miles.

He will not be the first person contacted by Michigan. Not sure what it was, but Miles rubbed plenty in Ann Arbor the wrong way. Plus at 55, he is probably a bit too old to give Michigan the longevity they want in a head coach. Only 7 years younger than Carr.

By scbee

November 21, 2007 1:01 PM | Link to this

Ask Ray Goff and Jim Donnan about it ‘coming down to beating Tech’. As usual you AJC clowns have no clue.

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 1:07 PM | Link to this

CW, some pretty good analysis.

UGA’s offensive line was young at the beginning of the season and fell prone to gaffes that cost them a couple of early games. Since the UF game, they appear to have jelled and are providing ample protection for Stafford and holes for Moreno.

Tech’s D can do a decent job against most team’s running attack. The problem, as you well understand and commented, is that they can’t do it for 40 minutes. Our Offense has to control the ball early and put together a few drives. Even if they don’t result in points, they give the defense a rest and keep the UGA offense off the field for that much longer. 3-and-outs are killers and turnovers that give the other team a short field are even worse.

Look for UGA to load the box, rush 5 or 6 on obvious passing plays, play tight corners, and force Bennett to throw downfield under pressure.

Surely Bobo and Richt have learned from the game films that the way to attack our defense is to keep a TE and/or extra running back in for extra protection against the blitz and look downfield for big plays. Even if you only hit one or two a game, that’s 7 or 14 points. Our offensive inconsistency makes it difficult to overcome those holes. If we throw in a turnover or two that lead to easy points, it makes it doggone near impossible. Besides that, it compounds the problem by taking Tashard Choice out of the scheme and spirals out of control when we can’t convert 3rd downs through the air either because Taylor misses the receivers or they drop passes in their breadbaskets.

Outside of one dropped punt reception against UVA and a blocked punt against Duke, our special teams play seems to be fairly solid. Durant is a pro in the making and Bell has been pretty solid all year.

Vegas sees it as a 3 point spread. I don’t see it being that close. I fear that we might hang with them for a couple of quarters, but the physical toll will broaden the spread by the 4th quarter. It’s always a hard hitting game. Depth is a real concern for Tech, injuries early in the game could spell doom, especially if Tashard comes up lame again.

It should say all that needs to be said that I will be in Atlanta for the holiday weekend and was offered a chance at some excellent tickets but passed on the offer. I have a feeling that the last place I want to be at about 6:30-7:00pm on Saturday evening is anywhere near a number of UGA fans. Been there, done that.

I hope I’m wrong.

By mor-eno please

November 21, 2007 1:18 PM | Link to this

Lane,

My opinion of Bennett has not changed since the WVU game. While his numbers were pretty good that game, a lot of those passes he pretty much threw up for grabs. Without CJ I’d go out on a limb and say a lot of those wayward passes would have been picked. He really doesn’t seem too confident in the pocket and can’t really scramble either. All and all he doesn’t really appear to have the confidence or talent to be a D-1 qb in a BCS confrence. (nothing personal against him or TEch, but he seems best suited as backup at this point). Just being honest…

By Chan B. Gone

November 21, 2007 1:36 PM | Link to this

You are correct that DRad’s decision on firing Gailey should not rest on the outcome of the Ga. game. Gailey should be judged on the entire book of his work. So, it’s easy: Fire him. Then go with youth: Chris Hatcher. However, Chris will have to do two things to get the Tech job: Recognize that defense is as important as offense, and get rid of the snuff can—that won’t go off well with Tech’s money people.

By Black Panther

November 21, 2007 1:45 PM | Link to this

Ok, Ok, enough is enough!! First off, baloney is an obvious UT fan that can’t spell and his sister is probably his mother and aunt. There is a rumor coming out of Knoxville that paternity tests show that half of UT’s team are related to each other. Talk about classic Tenn in-breding!! Also, why are all you UT fans so optimistic? NOONE and I mean NOONE wants to see UT get slaughtered by LSU, not even the networks! UGA and LSU are clearly the best two teams in the SEC. UT did beat a young UGA team before we hit our stride, but one win doesn’t matter. It a body of work that gets you in the SEC title game. UGA will win the SEC 4 out of the next 5 yrs and possibly have 2-3 NC too! We are a program on the rise while UT is, well UT! Ha, Ha, Ha

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 1:50 PM | Link to this

Mor-eno, I’d be the first to admit that my recollection of last year’s bowl game is a bit hazy (tequila + middle age will do that).

A few of the passes could well have been jump-balls that CJ brought down, but my recollection is that there was also some pretty impressive passing.

Maybe it was just the stark contrast to Reggie that tainted my impression.

I have to concur with Lane on the point, my overall impression is that TB has regressed. I think you’d be hard-pressed to make a case that he has improved significantly.

Watching CJ’s play with the Lions this year just adds to the heartache that I felt last year. He seems to have picked up a step by going to the pros. He was phenomenal at Tech, but could have been so much more. Still hard to believe that he was held to no catches against Clemson and was essentially shut down against UGA and yet he’s able to perform week after week at the next level. Makes you wonder what was holding him back last year…Gailey or Ball (or both)?

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 1:57 PM | Link to this

CW & gtne80, It is good to see Tech guys on here talking the game. Not name calling. Regarding being able to hang with us for the full 60 I think that is a very valid point and I hope it is the difference here. I think that is how we were able to win some of our more recent games such KY and Troy (neither could last the full 60). Fresh players later in game can be deadly. Look for Thomas Brown to start the pounding and Moreno to finish it. And I don’t mean that in a bad way. The thing about your defense is how they stopped a good running team from Clemson and how few points you guys have rendered this year against some tough opponents (VT, BC). Since we can talk football, what is up with Bennett? 4 TD’s. Great bowl game last year looked very promising. What happened and who is his backup? I hope he gets Reggie-itist, talks some smack (I hate red?) and pulls some bonehead plays. Choice and Dwyer are phenomenal and is my main concern.

By realyellowblood

November 21, 2007 2:01 PM | Link to this

When you can snatch defeat from the jaws of victory like Gailey, this UGA game should be irrelvant. He should be history. Sorry but its a tough business. No excuses. UGA should breeze into town with all the confidence in the world, spend Friday night with their girlfriends, have a few drinks and relax. They’ve earned it and I hope CMR understands this. Saturday will be a cakewalk.

By War Eagle

November 21, 2007 2:03 PM | Link to this

First, Bama made a mistake paying such a huge 4 year contract to Saban. This will cause problem with other AD. For example, Saban loses to LAMonroe, probably really struggles against Auburn and ends with 6-6 record. EMeyers won NC 2006, got his team peaking out this year, his agent calls Foley, AD, says same salary as Bama plus a dollar, WE WON THE BIG SHOW and have good years forward. Other coaches such as CMR, CTT, CSS, are also good prospects for $$$$. Second, UGA will play Hawaii in Sugar bowl unless they beat LSU for SEC, which is possible if they get to that arena. Third, CTT is set at Auburn and he will be paid well. last, HAPPY THANKSGIVING, Auburn 24 Bama 14, UGA 27 Tech 17, Tenn 24 KY 27…

By Gailey Can't Coach

November 21, 2007 2:06 PM | Link to this

Gailey is GONE Mr. College Football! Weren’t you paying attention earlier this year when the “RUMOR” broke that he’d already started telling his assistants that he’ll be FIRED at season’s end?

The decision has been made. That’s why Rad can’t find anything supportive to say about Gailey and his performance. It’s why Gailey and Rad sit back-to-back when they should at least be at the SAME TABLE, if just for appearances.

Only Chandler Gailey would go back to his office and start telling his staff he’s gonna be fired…Of course, only Rad would be stupid enough to tell Gailey in the middle of the season that he’s gonna be fired. What a total cluster frig going on in GT Athletics…

You see, the thing about these “rumors” is: They generally turn out to be TRUE…Especially when you read between the lines of rhetoric and body language. Why should Gailey kissass to save his job? In a few days/weeks he’ll be on PERMANENT VACATION, trout fishing and still making more than $3k per DAY, 365 days per year.

Now all Rad has to do is figure out is how to fund Gailey’s Welfare Checks AND attract a quality head coach. It’s NOT an enviable position.

By Oakland

November 21, 2007 2:23 PM | Link to this

Have to admit, Georgia seems to continue to improve every game, whereas Georgia Tech every year struggles near the end of the season. Tech has lost two starters from the offensive line and the receivers just have trouble catching the football. Would not bother me if we started all freshmen receivers next year. Not all of the blame should go to Bennett. On defense, Vance Walker is a beast. Our linebackers have been a disappointment. Thought we would see some great plays by Phillip Wheeler. The cornerbacks are below average. Thank goodness for Morgan Burnett. As for Chan, he should not have let it get to this last game. Should have beaten UVA and Maryland and his record against Georgia is terrible. He’s a good man and I hate to see anyone lose their job, but it’s time for a change.

By godawg

November 21, 2007 2:29 PM | Link to this

First, all the ugay comments are so old and childish, not to mention homophobic. Can’t you come up with something more imaginative or descriptive? Leghumpers and buttsniffers at least show some promise. Ugay? Just plain stupid.

Second, Chan “The Man” Gailey, Genius of the Gridiron, should NOT have his ability questioned simply on the outcome of a single game each year.

The fact that he is able to win any games at all with that bunch of no talent hacks up on North Avenue is living testament to his superior intellect as an X’s and O’s guy and his ability to motivate neanderthals to rise above themselves and grasp the unreachable.

I for one, a founding memeber of the FOC, firmly believe he should be allowed to stay at the Technical Institute for as long as he likes.

By Yankee Down South

November 21, 2007 2:34 PM | Link to this

Hey CW-you’re a moron!

   -a 12 year old

By noyellowinthisblood

November 21, 2007 2:35 PM | Link to this

I think white and gold has been awfully quite.

By noyellowinthisblood

November 21, 2007 2:36 PM | Link to this

I think white and gold has been awfully quite.

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 2:38 PM | Link to this

gtne80, but didn’t Bennett throw for over 300 yards in that game? I think that is what impressed me and made me wonder WTF did Reggie start all year.

And Miles is not too old to coach Michigan. The guy has a passion for the game and for Michigan (Paterno/Bowden ring a bell?). Guys like him can be successful for a long time. I think he loves coaching and it shows in his intensity on the sidelines. Colin Cowherd this morning was talking about Carr’s timing on making his announcement and how it would affect Miles and the rest of LSU’s season. Carr pretty much emphasized how important it is to get a coach in there ASAP so as not to screw up recruiting. I think most kids who have a program like UM in their sights and have been offered aren’t going to waver too much or go elsewhere. Carr is just screwing with Miles because for some reason they don’t like each other very much. IF Miles loses one of his next two games he is gone the day after.

By godawg

November 21, 2007 2:45 PM | Link to this

In case you’ve been wondering about Florida…

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 2:54 PM | Link to this

dawginkalamazoo, the point is well taken regarding the pounding. When you have two talented tailbacks that can be interchanged, those fresh legs can be devastating to a tired defense in the 4th quarter. It would be nice if we could use Choice and Dwyer the way you guys are going to use Brown and Moreno.

Instead of the direct snap to Choice, I’d love to see Nesbitt and Choice (or Nesbitt and Dwyer) in the backfield running something similar to what WVU runs in their “wildcat” arrangement. Problem is that Josh probably doesn’t have enough experience to make the kind of reads that are needed to make it go. He obviously has the physical talent.

Hard to answer the question about Taylor Bennett. Early in the year he was not sparkling, but he was not making the big mistakes. He went a long time with very few interceptions.

I think some of it can be attributed to injuries and lack of depth at OL. We’ve had to patch together a OL for much of the last third of the season. It’s not all about sacks either. It’s not winning the line on 1st down and putting yourself into second and long. It’s about silly penalties because they are tired and they can’t stay in position, they jump the start to try to make up for their fatigue or they grab and hold when they are getting beat. It’s also about “hurries” and the pounding that the QB gets play after play because the DL is getting pressure (maybe not sacks but getting there in time to hit the QB on almost every play). It takes someone with a “football eye” to look past the obvious and see the subtleties.

There’s probably a mental part of it too. Remember that these guys are still kids for the most part. Yes, they are “big” kids, but they are not mature. Some of it may be that in the desire to do well that he is forcing plays that he didn’t feel the need to force early in the year.

Regarding Thomas Chandler Gailey Jr., I’ll say it again…I was not in favor of his hiring (I was a McWhorter supporter) and I’ve been a consistent detractor since he’s been at GT. That said, for the long term health of the program, I think we’ve got to sit pat and burn off some of that atrocious Braine-less contract.

But if “Gailey Can’t Coach” is right and the decision is already made and Gailey is gone, don’t look for any tears from me. I just hope we learn our lesson and stay away from old school NFL ex-head coaches or assistant coaches (from the Dan Reeves, Chan Gailey mold). I’d like to see some energy and creativity in the program. Age doesn’t preclude energy or creativity. Some of the most energetic or creative people I’ve met have a few years on them, but they are the exception rather than the rule. That said, a young guy with fire and some new ideas on how to make things entertaining and exciting again would be a tonic for the Old Gold and White.

By mor-eno please

November 21, 2007 2:56 PM | Link to this

Can’t argue with that assesment of Bennett. He does appear significantly less comfortable/sharp as this year goes on in comparison to his debut in a New Years day bowl. Regression is a bioch. I do have one question though. I remember last year that Wheeler was a freaking animal. I mean all over the field doing some real head busting. For whatever reason,IMO he doesnt seem to be around the ball as much this season. Have injuries contributed to this or a difference in defesiive schemes?

Calvin was my favorite ball player last year eventhough he wore the wrong colors. He has and will continue to impress I really do believe…

By noyellowinthisblood

November 21, 2007 3:00 PM | Link to this

godawg, that is a classic. What should I search on youtube?

By Tiger Torch

November 21, 2007 3:03 PM | Link to this

You guys are hilarious. Every LSU player and coach would LOVE to play UGA in the Dome for the SECCG. They would LOVE to beat a higher-ranked team going into the MNC game. LSU afraid to play the Dawgs. bbbwwwaaaahahahahahaha!!! GEAUX TIGERS!!!

By JJ-wvu

November 21, 2007 3:07 PM | Link to this

You Dawg fans are dreamers! Some of you are talking about your odds at playing in the national championship game. Are you kidding? you’ve already lost two games. Wake up! If you get to the SEC championship it’s only because you backed in. Holy cow Dawg fans, as far as national title contenders you need to start looking forward to next year. This year’s over for you.

By yellowblood

November 21, 2007 3:10 PM | Link to this

I don’t think Rad should make a change. With Chan we are guaranteed at least 7 great Tickle Piles a year. We don’t know what we will get with a new coach. We don’t even know if he will cum to a Tickle Pile.

By tech supporter

November 21, 2007 3:13 PM | Link to this

Would love to see Gailey go and Paul Johnson brought in. Would love to see Nesbit and Dryer running the flexbone option next year. I know UGA fans wouldn’t like that too much if they remember back a few years when Georgia Southern came in with the flexbone and scared the H* out of UGA. Florida State fans might remember how close the flexbone came to beating them a few years back also during FSU’s glory days.

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 3:19 PM | Link to this

9/11, Pearl Harbor, Alcoholics, people who stutter, Jesus Christ(crucifixion reference) and the candy man. Little Nicky was on a roll wasn’t he.

By gtne80

November 21, 2007 3:29 PM | Link to this

I think the answer to the Phillip Wheeler question is answered by the names “KaMichael Hall and Joe Anoai.” Hall was as big a headbuster as Wheeler if not more so. Anoia came to play EVERY down and kept the linemen off of the LBs.

Always remember, it’s a team game. Individuals can really look good when they are surrounded by players of talent. A few years back we had a pair of linebackers named Brooking and Rogers. Brooking has been an NFL pro-bowler. I don’t think Rogers stuck for long with any NFL team, yet Rogers was around the ball as much as Brooking in college. Go back further and remember what a monster Ted Roof was as a LB. He didn’t stick in the pros for long either. It has a lot more to do with supporting cast than most people realize or will admit.

Occasionally you will get a kid with such monster talent that he can dominate on his own, but those are extremely rare.

By is it the lack of rain?

November 21, 2007 3:39 PM | Link to this

BCS champs (with two “L’s” already) in the minds of dog fans…wow.

By knowsIt

November 21, 2007 3:54 PM | Link to this

I’ve talked with some big LSU fans. I’m talking the serious money contributing kind. They all say that Miles is winning in spite of himself and would let him go to Michigan in a heartbeat. They think he’s on the flip side of intelligent.

By Gen Neyland

November 21, 2007 4:01 PM | Link to this

Last year, we all KNEW LSU was the best team in the SEC at seasons end. No flippin’ if, ands or buts…Therefore and too, UF had to feel blessed that the Razorpigs earned the trip to the Georgia Dome from the West…Personally, If LSU had earned the right to play in the SECCG, Florida would not have played for the NC…Now, having watched the UT D and the UGA D this year, I’ve seen the weaknesses in them both. UT will have more problems with the Kentucky offense than I believe they would have against LSU’s…Okay, it’s the after effects of living hard, but it’s my opinion… After the KY game, I’ll toss my 2 cents in on the SECCG, but until then, Tony, I think you may be missing something…

By Big Dawg

November 21, 2007 4:04 PM | Link to this

techster

As one who pulls for Tech except when they are playing Georgia. I can tell you Dawg fans do not want Chan Gailey to go anywhere and like you I have seen progress at GT over the last 6 years under him. IMHO his recruiting will start to pay off as you start getting depth which actually has been the problem this year with injuries and there being a big drop off in talent between the first team guys and their back ups.

I expect Saturday’s game to be a close and hard fought game as Tech’s back is up against the wall. Good fortune and I hope there are no injuries either way.

Go Dawgs

By gdawginkalamazoo

November 21, 2007 4:33 PM | Link to this

Tiger Torch, and we would love to play the #1 team in the country. Win or lose it beats watching from home. Now go beat those Razorbacks. You guys still have a game to play that is very important.

By Eric C.

November 21, 2007 4:34 PM | Link to this

Baloney,

I don’t think Dawg fans are being unreasonable discussing the potential for an NC game…why not? It’s a long shot, but you don’t get many opportunities.

“And UGA stopped that potent, although broken down injury depleted KY offense.”

Baloney, I didn’t realize they were so depleted? It seems every dawg hater has an excuse for every Dawg win…funny.

By gadawg59

November 21, 2007 5:30 PM | Link to this

One game right now is all that matters. Worry about Tech and whatever happens after that we deal with. To the one blogger that said Ky had a depleted offense? I believe everyone on Ky’s offense played including the rb Little. As far as Dawg fans having unrealistic expections? We are all giddy right now with our football team. There is a lot of excitement right now for the team and the fans. To all the Dawg haters.. Here is something to ponder. 70 wins in 7 seasons, 4 SEC East championships or ties. 2 SEC chmampionships. Last ten years 106 wins. Not many teams in this great nation of ours can claim that. Hope everyone has a wonderful thanksgiving and be thankful for what you have. Go Dawgs.

By War Eagle

November 21, 2007 5:30 PM | Link to this

Hey General, are the Vols ready for Prime Time? I picked Vols and LSU, SEC title game, Auburn 8-4, UGA 9-3, Bama 6-6 and Florida 10-2. UGA has rallied, Tenn defense is suspect, LSU seems to win with talent and “Les” coaching, Florida has jack hammered since UGA, so what do you think?? My prediction, Tenn will win like 54-51,(coaching), UGA no problem with Tech, Auburn wins not easily against Bama. UGA plays Hawaii in Sugar Bowl, LSU plays WVA or Oklahoma for NC. Florida and Auburn get a nice bowl. God Bless Buck

By War Eagle

November 21, 2007 5:33 PM | Link to this

Gen, left out…LSU will win against Tenn and will play in the Peach Bowl against Va or Clemson.

By albany j

November 21, 2007 5:38 PM | Link to this

LSU would beat Georgia like a rented mule. Not the first time, Tony B has been wrong and certainly not the last.

By FLA DAWG

November 21, 2007 6:38 PM | Link to this

Tiger Torch - I guess you forgot to check the ratings. LSU is ALREADY #1. Playing and beating UT would NOT drop them from their ranking (which I believe they well deserve). As Tony says, they don’t want any part of UGA this season - and for a Bark’n Good Reason! However this turns out I just hope an SEC Team plays for the NC. Funny to read the Ohio State Fans chiming in on our blog. Though I am no gator fan I loved seeing them destroy the Buckeyes last year. Did you notice how the talk of the Michigan / Ohio State rematch for the NC stopped after the SEC opened a can of Whoopass on ‘em. Welcome to the SEC boys! Perhaps we can introduce to you LSU, UGA or another SEC Team this year! There is the difference my Non Conference Friends. Most SEC Fans will support an SEC school against a non conference team in post season. We take more pride in our conference than I think you boys can imagine.

By ahyes nowisee

November 21, 2007 9:27 PM | Link to this

Barnhart is wrong: Les Miles WILL be the first guy called by Michigan.

By ahyes nowisee

November 21, 2007 9:29 PM | Link to this

If Alabama wants Saban to win games for them, they’ll have to pay him more money.

By what a thug

November 22, 2007 12:34 AM | Link to this

HAVE YOU CLOWNS RESEARCHED *(Wikipedia) SIRAN STACY? What a thug and disappointment he was.

‘91 UA School of Comm & BA

By ugarph79

November 22, 2007 7:02 AM | Link to this

To gtne80:

You, sir, are one of the sanest and most reasonable bloggers frequenting the AJC blogs. You and I are on different sides of the fence when it comes to our college loyalties, but I always enjoy reading your posts. You have to ability to see the landscape as it is, not like you wish it were (unlike some posters from both sides), and back up your opinions with well-reasoned (to me) analysis.

It’s posts like yours that give me reason to visit the Tech blogs.

By firechangailey.com

November 22, 2007 7:40 AM | Link to this

techster-

you are another one of those give hima couple more years guys huh?

He has had 6 years!!! Good Christian man? Give me a @#$ break! I’ll take a cursing Satan worshiper if he can win games! That’s what it’s about - it doesn’t mean a damn thing if he’s a good Christian man.

Also sure he’s not responsible for dropped balls, fumbles, interceptions, missed tackles, etc. however he is responsible for the coaching and development of those players to help prevent those items. He ultimately is responsible for properly preparing a team for the game and he’s doing a p** poor job of that!

At any rate firechangailey.com has it from several very reliable sources that Chan is gone no matter if he wins this game or not. The money is the only thing being figured out right now. Rumor is he would be gone next week (yes - before the bowl game).

http://www.firechangailey.com

By 3volpaul

November 22, 2007 7:57 AM | Link to this

mo-reno - the only think the Vols are jealous of in Ga is your head coach. Wait, he’s beat the Vols the last two years hadn’t he? Let me check! Anyway, Happy Thanksgiving!

By gtne80

November 22, 2007 8:09 AM | Link to this

Thanks for the compliment ugarph79. From the “79” at the end of your ID, I assume that we are contemporaries, so that may have something to do with it. I grew up in Atlanta and my allegiance to GT goes back to when my dad took me to games at Grant Field in the early-to-mid sixties. I was too young to remember any details of the games, but I remember the gold and white and the Wreck leading the team on the field. I remember the atmosphere. I grew up wanting to go to Tech and was able to achieve my dream and obtain a degree from there. It has served me well for 27 years now. I grew up with and around UGA fans and learned at an early age to take it and dish it out. That’s the joy of college football and the rivalries. I bristle when I hear young UGA fans say that “Tech isn’t really our rival.” I know in my heart that there’s no team that UGA hates losing to worse. They may enjoy beating UF, AU, or UT, but it ruins a season to lose to us…same as it ruins ours to lose to UGA.

My GT brethren sometimes accuse me of being a pessimist, and I admit that I can cross that line from time to time. I try not to fall into the name calling and trash talking (although my retort to Mr. Roberts above was an occasion when I had “had enough”) and focus on the issues at hand, and sometimes even address the proposed topic of the blog. I assume that’s why most people enter these blogs, i.e., to share ideas. There are a few lunatics, a few that go over the top in being silly, and a few people who just like to be provocative (e.g., all the stupid “Tickle Pile” comments).

I appreciate the other side of the discussion when it is presented with ration and intelligence.

Keep up the “loyal opposition.” Good luck on Saturday. I hope you lose. (smile)

By Wolverine

November 22, 2007 8:19 AM | Link to this

Miles is not well liked in Ann-Arbor. Word is, the UM AD has already contacted Richt with a few phone calls. The alums are collecting a pot of gold in The Big House.

By BJohnDawg

November 22, 2007 9:39 AM | Link to this

I picked Tenn in the beginning of the year to win the SEC East and the Championship.I too was seduced just like the pumpkin fans at Ainge’s senior year with all the offensive talent.If you beat KY you deserve to go to the SECCG.But…

Vol fans kill me. You keep crowing about their 35-14 win at knoxville.Good for you.But your season is a plain disappointment.3 blowout losses to a proven weak a* California team,to Florida and to a weak Alabama team( I watched those guys beat you like a drum).Chances are you will play LSU and get the crap beat out of you and then lose in a crappy bowl to end your season at 9-5.WOW with all the talent you guys have this year and to end at 9-5.What is really funny is two made field goals one by SCarolina and one by Vandy and the Vols would be sitting at 6-5.Yeah your team is so great and your coach well everybody in the country wants him to coach their team.

Georgia was suppose to be a rebuilding year and we will end up at 10-2 with a BCS game and probably 11-2.

But you guys continue on about how the vols are so great.Because all fans of coach football think the Vols should be rated in the top 5 or 10 teams in the country.

UGA just go beat Tech and don’t worry about the rest. Because when you start worrying about the rest then you get blown out by Bama, and almost lose at home to Vandy.That is what happens when you worry about what the other teams are doing and dont take care of the business at hand.Need an example:see Tenn’s 2007 season.A season of what was suppose to be an National Championship contender reduced to ashes right from the start.

GO Dawgs! And to hell with Ga. Tech!

By BJohnDawg

November 22, 2007 9:49 AM | Link to this

Tech fans:

Dont think for a second that the Georgia/Georgia Tech game is not important to Georgia fans.Any Georgia fan that says different is telling you BS. This is a Rivalry game and ranks right up there with the best.We dont like to lose to you and when we win we have a year of crowing just like you do when you win.

We expect a war.And long to blow you out.That is why it is called a rivalry.

Go Dawgs!And to hell with Ga Tech!

See still good old fashion hate.

By elijah

November 22, 2007 10:08 AM | Link to this

I don’t think Gailey’s status is pending on this game. It is pending on the fact that he has had so many years to beat Ga and has not. The last 2 years Tech should have beaten Ga. Maybe even the last three. That is why he may be fired. Along with losing to teams that he should beat , and then surprising teams that he shouldn’t. He’s got the talent. He can build a program. He just don’t seem to have it with the x’s and o’s.

By dawg hater

November 22, 2007 3:23 PM | Link to this

Gailey is gone no matter what. Bottom line is we are probably going to the Emerald Bowl whether we beat UGA or not. He has plenty of talent, he has not developed a quaterback in six years, and his teams seem to get worse every year as the season progresses.Not to mention he is awful in handling the press and Tech alumni and boosters.Wrong coach, wrong job ,period.

By jz

November 22, 2007 5:07 PM | Link to this

Barnhart, you are a typical UGA graduate. You probably gave yourself the name MR. Football. You are a joke. All you do is talk about your bulldogs. If they sneak into the SEC game, out of the SEC eastly then they will get waxed by LSU. UGA is a bunch of thugs, it’s like Miami out there. TO HELL WITH GEORGIA and tell hell with your blogs.

By JOEDAWG

November 26, 2007 5:00 AM | Link to this

HEY GEEK YOU ARE THE PROBLEM, YOU NEED TO LOOK IN THE MIRROR FOR THE REAL TECH PROBLEM.YOU AS FANS ARE THE WORST. IF I WERE GAILEY I WOULD HOPE TO GET OUT. HE IS A GOOD COACH AND HAS A GOOD TEAM. THE TECH TEAM NEEDS BETTER FANS . YOU GUYS ,I MEAN GEEKS COME OUT FOR A COUPLE A GAMES A YEAR AND THINGS DONT GO RIGHT SO YOU POUT AND WISH YOU HAD WHAT ALL DAWGS HAVE AND THAT IS A CHANCE OF REAL MEANFULL FOOTBALL. I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR TRIP TO THE TOILET BOWL AGAIN. WHY DONT YOU GUYS HOP ON OVER TO PASADENA ON THE WAY OUT OF BOISE OR SEATTLE AND SEE SOME REAL COMPETITION YOU PENCIL NECK GEEK.

By Husker Red

November 26, 2007 10:41 AM | Link to this

What is it that I hear Osborne is going to talk to the Georgia coach today when he is in Atlanta??