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AJC > Sports > UGA > Blog > Archives > 2008 > October > 06 > Entry

What’s key to handling Tennessee?

By Chip Towers | Monday, October 6, 2008, 07:50 AM

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Good morning Bulldog Nation. Long time no see. I’m glad to be back at it after taking off the last few days of this past week. Georgia’s bye week was good for the football team and it was certainly was good for at least one beat writer, too.

Probably the chief benefit of a weekend off was having the opportunity to kick back and watch some college football games on TV Saturday. Of course, I watch Georgia football games every Saturday they play and keep up with all the other scores and highlights of other games each week. But it’s very rare that I ever get to sit back and watch another team play a whole game or most of one.

The one I watched the most was Auburn at Vanderbilt. I had a feeling the Tigers might be in some trouble heading up to Nashville and, sure enough, the Commodores pulled off “the upset.” But now ranked No. 13, they won’t be upsetting teams much more. They’re at Mississippi State on Saturday so — barring an upset — they’ll be 6-0 and in control of the East when they come to Athens on Oct. 18. How many folks saw that coming?

Meanwhile, the Bulldogs seem to have gotten what they needed most during the off week, and that’s rest. Georgia practiced only twice last week and ran and lifted weights the other three days. The players got the whole weekend off and I suspect they watched a lot of football on TV as well. Wonder what they thought of Alabama having to fight like mad against Kentucky en route to a 17-14 win?

Now the Dogs turn their sights to Tennessee. The Vols (2-3) are struggling like crazy this season, especially on the offensive side of the ball. They started a new quarterback, Nick Stephens, against Northern Illinois this past weekend but still struggled to put points on the board in the 13-9 win. Coach Phillip Fulmer said Stephens will start against the Bulldogs. Considering the last two seasons, Georgia has to feel good that it won’t be Erik Ainge.

So what do you think is the most important thing the Bulldogs need to address between now and Saturday? Getting injured linebacker Dannell Ellerbe back on the field? Incorporating fullback Brannan Southerland back into the offense? Continued improvement of the offensive line? Shoring up the defense?

That in itself says a lot about Georgia. Heading to the midpoint of the season, it still has a lot of issues to resolve.

Here’s a couple of links to get you in an SEC frame of mind:

Not surprisingly, folks in Big Orange Country are calling Tennessee’s game at Georgia on Saturday a must-win for the Vols… .

Tennessee’s Arian Foster seems plenty tailback enough but apparently there’s some competition brewing behind him, according to the Knoxville News-Sentinel… .

Speaking of changes on offense, Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville says he stands behind new offensive coordinator Tony Franklin. But there are hints the Tigers may be reverting back to their tailback-oriented philosophy… .

The Macon Telegraph’s David Hale provides an extensive update on former Georgia defensive end Michael Lemon from Georgia Military College. Find a comfortable chair because it’s long.

PRACTICE UPDATE COMING THIS AFTERNOON BELOW IN COMMENTS.

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By lakerat

October 6, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this

Stopping UT on offense - no matter who their QB is - we still have not stooped them in the past two years, ar home or away - so until we do I am worried as heck about this game. AND, the teams we have beaten are all terrible, so what have we really done other than lose to AL?

By Dawg in gatorville

October 6, 2008 9:40 AM | Link to this

Eric Ainge and Coach Cutcliff just had the Bulldogs number for some reason. But it is still Tennessee and they are still a dangerous SEC football team. I just hope the DAWGS have payback on there minds and redemption too. Go out and hit them in the mouth first shot and keep doing it just like Bama did to them.

By dawggirl

October 6, 2008 9:45 AM | Link to this

Let’s not forget that the punter will return for this game. Field position can and will become key. We should in no way be overlooking this team, and should be in a revenge-seeking frame of mind.

By Dawgstephen

October 6, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this

I’m going to post while things are still sensible in here.

Welcome back Chip. The key to this week is for UGA to be the team we all know they are. CMR should have the guys ready and we all know aware that our goals in order are 1. win east. 2. win SEC, let any other chances happen.

Martinez should make the adjustments and take the defense after a new quarterback making his 2ND start ever, and 1st EVER on the road.

CROWD do what they did against BAMA , get there EARLY!!! EVERYONE WEAR RED, and MAKE life MISERABLE for the vols on offense by not letting them hear themselves think.

GO dawgs.

By Dawgnutz

October 6, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

Georgia better come prepared because good ol rockyflop is desperate and will be playing to win. If I were georgia i’d be saying to heck with everyone were playing for a blowout. O-line scares me, what happened there? Sturdivant is a great player but do we not have enough talent there? And why do we keep running up the middle? Run that freak of a running back on sweeps and screens and give him some space. Make Eric Berry have to cover AJ all night and hit momass often. Have Southerland get his feet wet again by giving him a little touch and let’s take it to ol fat phil on his last trip to Athen’s!!!! GO DAWGS!!!!!!!!!

By ATLVOL

October 6, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

Should be a heck of a game between two angry teams. UT has yet to get into any kind of rhythm in our first 5 games. Still trying to figure out how Bama jumped on the Dawgs so quickly especially after seeing thier performance against Kentucky this weekend. UGA was reading too many newspapers coming into that game and got caught on their heels in the first half. One or two more plays and UGA gets back in that game even after being down 31. Past successes against UGA don’t carry much weight this week however I still think we could sneak one out if we put together any semblance of an offense and limit UGA’s big plays. Our defense can play but we have to keep Stafford and Knowshon off the field to have any real chance. Our RB’s have to dominate this game for the Big Orange to have a shot at the upset.

By smyrna man

October 6, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this

UT is a land mine waiting to destroy some unexpecting teams season…

FYI the color of your T-Shirt isnt going to make a difference, either

By ARKANSAS DOG

October 6, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

GO DOGS AND BEAT THE PUMPKIN!!

By Native Atlantan

October 6, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

Vols seem to match up well against Georgia with having an experienced OL along with two quality tailbacks (No. 27 and No. 2). If the UGA D gives up that little 7 yard out pass all day like they did against Alabama, those are passes a little league QB can complete, and when you combine that with a good running game, UT will keep the ball 35 minutes of the game.

Hopefully UGA will take away the run and the easy passes and force the Vol QB to have to throw the ball downfield. On the other side of the ball, Georgia has to get better on the OL allowing the team to control time of possession.

By roylee

October 6, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this

Ga has been playing a lot of “statement games” lately. All these teams, Bosie St, ARZ st, Ok ST etc, all called GA a big “Statement Game.” I think the TN game is a big “Statement Game” for GA and the whole GA program. Two years in a row this team has not just beaten GA, they have humiliated GA. We have to show that we can compete with TN if we want to compete for the SEC. First things first. They are going to be desperate again. They need a win in the worst sort of way. But we have a much better team and if the coaches will make the players understand what they have done to us in the last 2 years, we should want it as much as they do.

By laughing at dogs

October 6, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this

ok, doggie fans….like the guy said, everyone get there early and WEAR RED! OMG, the doggies are going to have a RED-OUT! I’ll bet when TN takes the field and sees that all the drunk doggie fans came early, and are all wearing red, they will just roll over in fear before the mighty doggies. What a joke! Doggie fans are the funniest in the U.S.. Doggies lose to Vols, but will still be ranked No. 11, because they lost to a mighty SEC team..hahaha..Dogs and SEC…OVERRATED

By Johnny Danger Dawg

October 6, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this

Faced with 3rd and 1, I haven’t seen the Dawgs hand it to the fullback this year. With Sutherland back, I hope that play will once again become a guaranteed first down.

By I-DOG

October 6, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

TN seems to start slow and come together just in time for the UGA game. The last several years it has been by far their most well played game to date each season.

UGA just needs to play with intensity and after a tough loss and an off week… that shouldn’t be a problem.

I’d like to see us play some tight man coverage early and then mix up the coverage and begin blitzing from different areas and then putting 7 back in coverage every now and then to keep this inexperienced QB off balance.

On offense, continue to mix in the run and the pass and take some shots down field… but not when it is 3rd and 3 to 3rd and 8. Especially early or if it is a close game, run a pass play designed to pick up the first down that is a high percentage play.

Of course, get AJ Green and Knowshon involved early and often.

By Larry M

October 6, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

This is an extremely dangerous game for the Dawgs and if they just look at UT’s record and not at the substance of the team, we will lose this game. And a loss at home to an unranked and last place Tennessee will, and rightfully should, end any talk or hopes of UGA winning the SEC, much less a national title this year. This is a game that UGA must win.

Just like Alabama, the UT lines are superior to ours on both sides of the ball. Yes, they’re starting a rookie QB and their offense has been stagnant. But they have two great RB’s (Hardesty and Foster) who will try to run down our throats. If our defense plays like it did against the Alabama run game last week, there will be a similar result.

Special teams will be key. Mimbs is a good punter - a much better punter than he showed against Bama. But if he plays like that again, UGA will be in trouble. Giving UT a short field to run down will result in a loss. UT returns their punter, who is one of the best in CFB. The Dawgs must put pressure on this guy and get some good punt returns.

Hopefully the Dawgs don’t need any motivation for this game. Just look at the last two years vs. Tennessee. They have destroyed and embarrassed us, folks. Remember the 51 points they hung on us last time they were in Athens? Not to mention last year in Knoxville where they completely dominated.

The rest of the schedule doesn’t get any easier. Not a single team we play after Tennessee will be of lesser quality. Vandy is for real. LSU may be the best in the West. Florida is always a battle. @ Kentucky is no pushover - just ask the Tide. And if you think Auburn is going to roll over, you’re kidding yourself. Tech may be the best team in the ACC. In other words, if we can’t beat this Tennessee team, we’re in serious trouble the rest of the way.

I believe strongly in this team. We have all the offensive weapons any team needs to win - a great QB, great RB, depth and talent at WR. The questions are - will our lines and defensive backs respond? Can our OL and DL step up to the plate? Can the DL get enough pressure on the QB to give our undersized DB a chance out there?

By jfergNCdawg

October 6, 2008 10:18 AM | Link to this

Chipper, good to have you back!

You’re right, those are a LOT of questions that need to be answered. Granted, we are not quite 1/2 way through the season…but we better get it together because our next 7 games are very tough.

If we win against UT, I like our chances at beating Vandy. For two reasons. First, assuming we win this week, we’ll have some momentum heading into Vandy. Secondly, there’s no doubt in my mind that we are more physical than Vandy, which should provide an edge to a very hot Vandy team.

Onto this week, I’d like to see us line up in the old fashion Dawg offense and pound the run 3 out of 4 plays and use the subsequent man-coverage on AJG and MoMass to keep them honest, score points. Especially with Southerland and K Tripp helping the run game.

Can you give us any indication if K Tripp has hands at all??? Can he catch?? Assuming that opposing defenses will assume he cannot catch well, do you foresee us using him to catch some folks off guard?

Thanks Chip!

Now, more than ever, Dawgs need to Prove It

By JB

October 6, 2008 10:18 AM | Link to this

It’ll be the first time Tuberville has stood behind a coordinator. Most who work for him have bus tire marks covering their body……….

By Will

October 6, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this

I hope coach Bobo checked out the Missouri game……Now that is an offense. I wish we would spread it out more and get out playmakers the ball in space. I thought we were going to use C. King like a Reggie Bush type? Wake up Coach Bobo, we don’t have the studs on the O-line this year. Were not going to pound it down someone’s throat. Tell Stafford to stop being so tentative and make a correct read every once in awhile.

By Johnny Danger Dawg

October 6, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this

Smyrna man, good point. The loud crowd didn’t scare John Parker Wilson. But for an inexperienced UT quarterback, a loud crowd could really make the pressure overwhelming.

By The General Feeling

October 6, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

Tennessee stinks. But UGA showed it can stink, as well. You might be right about Cutcliffe owning the mutts….

By FLA DAWG

October 6, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this

Chip,

Any idea how effective the coaches think Southerland will be this weekend - 75%?

Same question regarding Ellerbe please.

I believe we have to have a big win against UT to be considered legit again - your thoughts?

By Krispy

October 6, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

PHIL FULMER HUNGRY!! BRING DONUTS!! RAWWRRRRRR!!

By richtfan

October 6, 2008 10:42 AM | Link to this

gotta stop the run and make stephens beat you. the uga offense has to move the ball consistently and get one or two big plays from the kicking game/return teams. UT may be down, but they always play their best game of the year against us.

Intensity should not be a problem from the opening bell in this one because we’ve been embarrassed by them the last two years.

UGA needs to score early and often and put UT back on its heels. If we’re up at least 2 TDs in the middle of the third quarter, they’ll fold.

By Shannon Castleman

October 6, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this

I am at my wits end with Martinez. If he does not try and confuse a young QB with at least SOME blitzes, I will puke. I am tired of watching a 3 man rush that does nothing but keep our DEF on the field too ong.

By keep it simple

October 6, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this

most of this is irrelevant.. If Georgia had just caught the ball and not commited huge game changing penalties..the bama game would have been different.. UGA is much better than Tenn..as long as the penalties are at a minimum and the receivers just catch the passes..UGA wins by 20..If anyone really thinks this quarterback with zero experience is going to come to Athens and beat a well rested solid defense who is p** off then you are absolutely out of your mind.

By murfdawg

October 6, 2008 10:52 AM | Link to this

Chip,

Glad you got some rest because the next 6 weeks are going to be UNREAL! The UT game is big because they have put 86 points on us the last two games. What is CMRs record after an open week?

Every week is going to be a war, but I like our chances. This is still the team that has won 11 out of the last 12, 15 out of 18. At this point in the season last year we were ranked 24 with a 4-2 record. This team has good focus and leadership. I don’t know if we can run the table, but I’m sure we will play great for the rest of the season.

Go Dawgs and take care of business!!

By Big Dawg

October 6, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this

Hello Chip welcome back and thanks for the link to the article on Michael Lemon. I wish this young man good fortune and truly hope he has straightened himself out.

As for the Dawgs, I would ask you when speaking to Coach Richt did he have these guys running steps and/or what we used to call blood and guts as punishment for their sloppy and undisciplined play so far?

Now as for Tennessee, they got a spark last week and built up a little confidence and the Dawgs need to jump on them early and often. Coach Martinez had better come prepared and be ready for them as I believe they will be crossing things up, it wouldn’t surprise me to see them just line up and run it down our throats. Their OL is a little nicked up according to my friend on their staff plus with the inconsistent play at QB has and turnovers has been their main issues. Hopefully this 2 weeks off will allow us get our problems with untimely penalties, poor play calling, and lack of in game adjustments straightened out and we will get a little revenge for the last 2 years.

Go Dawgs

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

October 6, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this

I’ll be happy if we win by just a point. We don’t have the men in the trenches to blow anybody out.

If yet another opponent’s OL and DL is better than ours(which it is), how can any Dawg fan be confident about this game? I’d say the only thing we have going for us at the moment is no Cutcliffe in the press box and no Ainge under center. Those guys were “Bulldog killers” in every sense of the phrase.

And forget any conventional logic that Georgia will have pay back on their mind. We thought they had pay back on their mind with SC in Columbia. But all I saw was a bunch of flat puppies going through the motions.

Hell, I’ll be happy if we get nothing but O-lineman and D-lineman this year in recruiting. Georgia recruiters…are you listening? don’t we seem to be chirping about this EVERY SINGLE YEAR!!!!!

By Mike

October 6, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this

Message to Tennessee:

O.K., I’m a Dawgs fan, UGA alumni and 25-year season ticket holder, but I have some family ties to UT, so I’m not a basher.

I think the problem with Coach Fulmer is that he missed out on some recruiting a couple years ago that has left UT a little short-handed. Unfortunately, Coach Richt did the same thing which has caused our offensive line issues that Alabama exposed last week. But now is not the time to bash the coach. Fulmer won a national championship for goodness sakes, so the man is not an idiot. UT needs to rally behind the coach and his team this week. UT has owned Georgia the past two years and I can guarantee that UGA is not looking ahead of this game, especially after having our butts handed to us last week.

Internal dissension is the quickest way to collapse. UT has a long history of excellence in athletics and this brief hic-cop will be behind you soon - but only if you rally around the program now.

How badly would UGA have lost last week if the fans had not rallied in support the second half.? Even down 31-0, the Dawgs went back on the field in the third quarter to a standing ovation and the fans were louder than ever. Georgia came back and made a game of it.

Man-up, UT and stop whining. There’s football to play.

Go Dawgs!

By Dawg Fud

October 6, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this

Chip

I think there is sufficient analysis of the UGA-UT matchup so I want to direct my comment to the other Tennessee team, re: your Vanderbilt question.

I think Bobby Johnson has done an outstanding job with this program. I also have heard (from a reliable source close to the Clemson program) that it will be difficult for Bowden to survive this season (I know they say it every year but it is starting to impact fundraising/giving to the University).

Word on the street is that Bobby Johnson, a Clemson alumnus, would be on the short list for that job. What are your thoughts? Given that UGA is scheduled to play Clemson in a few years, I think this is a relevant question.

On another note, I think the Bama game showed that Kentucky has a serious defensive line. Hopefully Georgia has taken notice.

By AMAZING!!!

October 6, 2008 11:13 AM | Link to this

Did anyone else see how Vandy made defensive adjustments?? They got down 13-0, made the adjustments and gave the offense a chance to get something going. WOW! And all before halftime!! AMAZING!! Wonder if WM was taking notes?!?

By dawgfan

October 6, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

I think the off week came at a perfect time for the Dogs. I would like to see them come out and open up a can on UT. I think that would help them get some of their swagg back, and perhaps finally put the Bama game behind them. Dawgs still control their own destiny, plenty to play for.

By georgiagirl

October 6, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this

laughing at the dogs,

You are so cute, Dumb JERK

GO DAWGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

By Atlanta Dawg

October 6, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this

No brainer…we must stop the run and our OL must at least hold their own. If UGA is a top team they will handle UT by 14 or more. If not it will be because both lines are not good enough to allow our skill positions edge to take over. The bottom line is if our lines improve and play respectable they can run the table if not we will lose at least two more games. Last year at this time UT gave us a wake up call and we found some D ends and the offense line played well…the same must happen now if we are going to make it to the SEC title game!

By GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 11:22 AM | Link to this

Fat Phil and the Vols win win this one with ease “Book It” CHARLOTTE MUTT U can never “call me out”boy and like I said before talk 2 me when u lozers actually win something hell its been 28 years and counting.CHOKE:THE OFFICIAL SOFT DRINK OF THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS.

By GW

October 6, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this

Georgia’s too soft-too careful defense worries me. Sometimes when you try to defend everything, you end up defending nothing. Martinez, Don’t count on Tennessee not to execute….attack the LOS for a change……PLEASE.

By AltamahaDawg

October 6, 2008 11:26 AM | Link to this

I cannot see our offense totally laying an egg 2 weeks in a row, or as they did at Tn last year for that matter. If UGA scores 10 points in the first half, I’m saying this one is going to turn out well.

I’m tired of saving Fulmer’s job. Personally, I like the guy and wish he could hang around, but this time he’s on his own.

By AMAZING!!!

October 6, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this

Did anyone else see how Vandy made defensive adjustments?? They got down 13-0, made the adjustments and gave the offense a chance to get something going. WOW! And all before halftime!! AMAZING!! Wonder if WM was taking notes?!?

By knoxdawg

October 6, 2008 11:29 AM | Link to this

Living in K-Town and being a UGA fan makes this a very big game for me. The answers I am looking for are: 1) have we corrected the penalties 2) will we play zone defense like we did in the first half against Bama or man up like we did in the second and finally shut them down somewhat 3) will out O line finally play like I think they are capable of playing 4) will we put pressure on their QB.

If we do the above we will be ok this game and the rest of them. If we don’t play sound fundamental football we can be beat and beat often. Glad they got some rest, glad the coaches had more time to work on gameplans. Coach Bobo needs to put the ball in Moreno, Green and Mo Mass hands as often as possible. Quick short passes to Green and Mo Mass. Ocassional deep balls to Green are a must. Get C King the ball on screens.

Martinez must play man defense, not zone. Make their QB beat you by stopping the run. Don’t give them anything. Their offense has struggled this year so you must ATTACK them. Don’t let them get in a rythym. This game, to me, will show us if we need a new defensive co-ordinator. He shows flashes of brillance and then lays eggs other times. Time to be brillant for the rest of the season if you want a chance to play in the SECCG!!!

By dawgfacedboy

October 6, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

As coaches-have your team PREPARED!! As players- play sound, fundamental, DISCIPLINED football. This will not always ensure a win but will give you a MUCH better chance. In short; be the exact opposite of the team that got embarrassed by Bama.

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

October 6, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

GATOR CHUMP IS BACK EVERYBODY. I’ve started looking forward to his posts. Sometimes, you have to embrace stupidity.

And Gator punk, didn’t I widdle you down so much last time that you challenged me to a fight online. Yes, I believe I can talk crap to a person that argues like a 5 year old. Is daddy reading your posts?

Go back to your own blog you pathetic loser!

By Elvis

October 6, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

GATOR CHUMP…

Win or Lose: You are still a LOSER. Book it turd.

2 in a row in 26 days…book that too you turd.

I thought we were rid of you. Alas, you and roaches…

By molardog

October 6, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this

Hey Vols…

Looks Coach Cut was really the one running the show up there and Phat Phil was just a puppet…now that Cutcliffe is gone, look for your boys to go in the tank until you hire a new HC.

By Grant

October 6, 2008 11:41 AM | Link to this

I think we should wear our black jersey’s again to show that the Bama game was a fluke….

We need to blitz this new qb and get him rattled early, cause a few turnovers..

Get the running game going again and control the clock…

Dawgs win by two touchdowns, 14-0…

By UGA Fan

October 6, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this

The key to Tennessee will be not revealing too much for Vandy to study on film and getting the reserves plenty of reps. Tennessee is an absolutely god awful football team. And if we struggle with them or god forbid lose, guess what? We are too. End of story. I don’t want to hear any crap about Tennessee having nothing to lose and getting real geeked up for this game. We should beat them comfortably. No excuses.

By Jeff Patton

October 6, 2008 11:56 AM | Link to this

Fulmer’s JOB is probally on the line for this game and Martinez seems to have a meltdown for the Vols. The DAWGS need a big win Saturday! GO DAWGS!

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

October 6, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this

UGA Fan,

I agree with your logic but I believe your going to be disappointed in the outcome. Georgia is not going to light anybody up this year. It just doesn’t appear that we have the horses this year.

But with that being said, nobody else in the SEC East looks any better. But I bet Allison/Gator Chomp will say something juvenille like “Gators or Die”. But between two intelligent fans like you and me blogging on none-Gator website, I for one think Saturday’s game is going to look like a JV scrimmage. Prediction: Georgia wins 19-14 in the most ugly, boring game imaginable. I’m glad i’ll be at the race. I hope the Dawgs prove me wrong but I’m thinking they won’t. We’ll be back but it ain’t happening over night.

By GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 12:05 PM | Link to this

Elvis:I thought u were dead,Oh my bad you’re the Elvis wannabee get a life u coward and get out of Mommys trailer.CHARLOTTE MUTT:This is my blog “f@ggot”so why dont u get lost.I live downtown Atlanta right near the Georgia Tech campus and the AJC is my home paper so why cant I blog with everyone else?Is it because Im not a “DAWGFAN”Or is because my GATORS own your sorry arse?Get ready 4 another whippin this year u moron.Tebow and the boys will win this one BIG “BOOK IT LOZERS” GATORS or DIE!!!

By DramaDawg82

October 6, 2008 12:12 PM | Link to this

The “must win” spin for Tennessee is not going to work this time. Dawgs remembered getting clobbered in Knoxville last season; and this is a “must win” for the Dawgs, too.

By gdawginkalamazoo

October 6, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this

Two things that Fulmer always looks for: That “Hot Fresh Donuts” sign at Krispy Kreme on Kingston Pike and beating the Bulldogs to save his job for a third year in a row. Hungry coach, hungry team that wants to prove a point.

By TheItalianDawg

October 6, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this

The key for the game is smack mouth football. Georgia should crush Tennessee to fine powder. enough with the B******. Georgia should also be aware of trick plays that tennessee is saving to use against us, like tailback throwing for a TD, fake Punt/ fake kick. Tennessee has good OL, so they will heavily depend on running the football, we have to stop the run and let that kid beat us. to be fair Georgia was exceptionally good in stopping the run and I predict they will be able to do so. and by the way Chip” it seems Georgia’s defense is build to stop the run so it will match very well with Florida and it does. Go Dawgs

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

October 6, 2008 12:21 PM | Link to this

Did Gator Chump just say “Gators or Die”.

I was wrong. I think he’s a 9 year old with a skate board.

This 9 year old did not watch the Georgia Florida game last year. His mother took his TV away as he was grounded. He was also upset he could not go trick or treating.

Gator Chomp, as long as you keep posting, people will continue to make fun of you. If you go to some Gator website and blog, you’ll probably make more friends and get new ideas on some cool skate board tricks.

Halloween is just around the corner buddy.

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

October 6, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this

Hey Gator Chump,

“Skate or Die” dude!!!!!

By Chip Towers

October 6, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this

FLA DAWG: No coaches have put a percentage on how far along Southerland is in his recovery. Richt said only “not 100 percent.” But I think his mere presence in the backfield will provide a boost. I haven’t seen him in action yet myself so I’m waiting until I see him on a lead block in live action to make any pronouncements. Those of you who visit here regularly know I feel, when healthy, he’s the best fullback in all of college football… .

jfergNCdawg: The whole Kiante Tripp-to-TE thing still has me a bit perplexed but, to answer your question, he supposed has some very good hands. Remember, Tripp was a very good basketball player in high school and pretty darn good in UGA intramural play, as I hear. That said, it’s a whole different animal running routes against SEC defenses. Tripp told me last week the toughest things is mastering the routes. Also, CMR said it was doubtful they’d be tossing many balls Tripp’s way any time soon. So, yeah, they’d catch some folks off guard if they threw him a pass… .

DawgFud: If there is an opening at Clemson after this season, it would be crazy not to identify Bobby Johnson as a top candidate.

By No nonsense Dawg

October 6, 2008 12:36 PM | Link to this

Even down 31-0, the Dawgs went back on the field in the third quarter to a standing ovation and the fans were louder than ever. Georgia came back and made a game of it.” ….Mike…… Are you kidding? Yes the Fans are loyal as ever but I’m afraid UGa didn’t make a game out of it. You seem to forget that late in the game it was 41 - 17 and Bama was in cruise control mode. Bama scored the 10 points with ease in the second half. Our Dawgs got whipped and Bama exposed the dawgs weaknesses end of story. I’m also surprised Coach Richt gave the dawgsso much time off. Three days would have been enough. You dont see the Sabans, Bobby Johnsons and the Urban Myers of the coaching world giving their teams that much time off ! Looks like Richt is coddling his players and feeling sorry for them. You can bet Fulmer will have Tennessee ready and I hope our Dawgs are ready to defend home turf come Saturday. Its been a long time since the dags have executed a trick play without it being a dud.Hopefuly Richts can use some to win this tough battle against the Vols this Saturday!

By Tony in Johns Creek

October 6, 2008 12:50 PM | Link to this

Georgia has to be able to get to the QB with the front 4 and Brannan needs to be ready to go to go up the gut on a few carries and block to give #7 that extra second back in the pocket…. if these two scenarios play out… Georgia will be fine.

By BR

October 6, 2008 12:51 PM | Link to this

Ummm, Laughing at dogs—-you may want to check your stats… we are ranked 10th, not 11th, moron. What is your team ranked? Let me guess, not at all….

By Mikey in the SAV

October 6, 2008 12:53 PM | Link to this

Please hide the donuts…

Phat Phil is coming….

By BR

October 6, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this

Shannon Castleman, I couldn’t agree more. I am tired of the prevent defense every week. Time and time again we see that it does not work. I don’t understand Martinez’s thinking. We blitz time and time again against FL and Hawaii, and look at the score, not to mention the momentum. Yet, since then Martinez has decided not to use that anymore? Makes no sense to me at all.

By LarryM

October 6, 2008 12:56 PM | Link to this

Some of the fan attitudes on here really scare me and I can only hope that the players/coaches don’t share them.

“If Georgia had just caught the ball and not commited [sic] huge game changing penalties..the bama game would have been different.”

I see the apologists are alive and well even after the thumping we took against Bama. Please wake up. Yeah, the game would have been different - maybe we only give up 30 points and only lose by 10. Yes, we hurt ourselves against Bama, but they also dominated both lines of scrimmage for most of that game. You lose the battle on the lines, you lose the game. Period. Bama controlled the game from start to finish. It was 41-17 until Bama just decided to not risk any further injury to their starters. The extra 13 points we put on the board there at the end were meaningless except maybe to some of you people. You are the same people who were out there after the Carolina game giving us the ol’ “well, it was just another tough SEC game… all UGA/SC games are like that, nothing to worry about.” As you now see, when this team goes up against another team that has a decent OL or DL, we are in trouble. Tennessee has a very good DL and a decent OL.

If you think Tennessee is going to mail it in this week you are kidding yourself. We have saved Fulmer’s job two years in a row. I hope we don’t do it again. The lines must step up and Martinez has got to plan man defense. If we give up the 7 yard pass as easily as we did against Bama, we will have the same result. Hardesty and Foster are two very good backs. If we let UT have short 2nd and 3rd downs, it’s going to be a long day.

By Who Cares

October 6, 2008 1:04 PM | Link to this

Two teams that are the #2 teams in their state are plying for what? To be the best of the worst? OK, I’ll bite, TENN beats UGA in a close one, 17-14, UGA has 10 penalties -95 yards, (and that’s this weeks lame excuse). KnoShow has 50 yards on 20 caries and continues to run around after each play like he belongs on the short bus.

By AltamahaDawg

October 6, 2008 1:09 PM | Link to this

In all fairness, our offense and special teams coordinators have had the definition of a meltdown against TN for 2 year also. But a great defensive effort would sure go a long way in calming everyone down to be sure.

On the must win angle. I’m not even really sure how this is a must win for TN. I dont think anyone is going to be shocked if TN cannot pull the upset. No question, its an excellent opportunity for them sooth the pain, but there is difference between want and need. Last year’s game was to stay in the conference race for them, this year it is not. Ok mathematically, maybe. Tn goal this year has to be win 7 and go to a bowl. I’d say thier last 2 games against Vandy and Ky would be more of the must win category.

By WildBill

October 6, 2008 1:21 PM | Link to this

I don’t pretend to be a smart ball coach. Here is what I suggest. Give Martinez the weekend off, and a ticket to Disneyworld. In his absence, I would find a good retired high school defensive coach for the weekend. THAT, would bring an improvement!!!!!!!!!

By D

October 6, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

Gator Chump: Ole Miss?…really Ole Miss?…pretty pathetic

By BAMA STAN

October 6, 2008 1:34 PM | Link to this

31-0 at half???

Well uga fans - I am in a pickle.
Why am I in a pickle? …. because I know that the Vols are going to pull the upset on uga this saturday - and I can’t figure out how BOTH TEAMS CAN LOSE this one!!!! HA HA HA HA!!!!

Vols will win a down and dirty slugfest this weekend.

Why am I picking the Vols?
- Vols own UGA - last two games were blow outs. Have a mental edge and their back is against the wall.

  • Vols defense is better than Uga’s. Uga’s defense is just not that good. (Vols offense has been horrible - but will figure out how to score enough against uga as things will click this weekend.)

  • Uga is young in the wrong places!!! uga skill positions very good - but the game’s outcome is determined on the line - and that is where uga’s weakness is.

  • Coaching - as I hate to admit this - Fat Phil has been around for a long time for a reason - he and his staff can coach up the talent they have. Look how they won all those tight games last year to win the SEC East - good coaching. Shoot - they almost beat LSU and should have won - if Ainge did not go brain dead and threw that easy pick - TN wins SEC.

Uga - on the other hand - does not coach up it’s athletes - they depend on athletic ability to win. If Uga can not out “athlete” their opponent - they will lose. Scheme wise and coaching - Uga is not impressive.

Bottom Line - TN is not as bad as everyone thinks - defense is quite good - and offense will turn the corner this week.

Uga is a mid pack SEC team - which is not bad considering the SEC - but there are at least 4 teams better than Uga this year in the SEC alone.

BAMA, LSU, Florida are the top 3.

Mark my words - uga will lose to either Vols and Vandy - will lose to LSU and Florida - and will lose to either KY or Auburn if not both. AND MARK MY WORDS - GT will beat uga this year.

As I stated in earlier posts - uga coaching staff has now been exposed - good coaching staffs with talent have figure out uga.

The best thing uga has going for it right now is the fan base and the stadium.

By D

October 6, 2008 1:34 PM | Link to this

To Who Cares:

Im guessing you are a Techie. How are we number 2 in the state? Last time I checked, we were ranked in the top 10 and you were…not ranked at all. Aren’t you nerds supposed to be smart?

So you guys are number one now after beating the powerhouses of Miss State, Jack State, Duke and BC? Beat a respectable team, then get back to me.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

I’m not ready to send CWM packing but I hope he’s been studying film to prepare for ut so he can actually look like a proactive, rather than reactive, coordinator. It’d be something if UGA played four quarters of defense against the better teams.

By Pitbull

October 6, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

I know Georgia gave up 31 points in the first half, but I was proud of the Dogs for coming out and scoring 30 points in the second half. It would have been 31 if they had kicked the PAT rather than unsuccessfully going for two.

The keys to beating Tennessee and every other team on the schedule are:

1 The Offensive Line needs to get set and take the lead in grinding out first downs.

2 The entire team needs to cut down on the penalties.

I.E. The Alabama game might have been a different game if Georgia’s fumble recovery on Alabama’s first drive had not been nulified by a roughing the passer penalty when our defensive end “touched” the Alabama QB’s facemask.

The good news is that we can still go 13-1 this year if we are focused.

By Sports Fan

October 6, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

For Bama Stan and the rest of the Alabama trailer trash:

Roll Turds Roll.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 1:57 PM | Link to this

I also don’t understand why the O-line is struggling. Didn’t we have a very young line last year that came together around mid-season? Youth isn’t necessarily a bad thing once they get some experience and you’d think that they would be even better this year. Sturdivant is but one man. Don’t tell me that the entire line was anchored on him alone. Depth wins championships. Period. Maybe the week off did them some good and we can get on a roll like this time last year. 4 quarters of football fellas! Especially your side of the ball CWM.

By gdawginkalamazoo

October 6, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this

We have not been able to run against an SEC defenses yet. That hurts. Sure everybody else we have played made it seem easy. I am not a “stats” guy but against SEC defenses we have averaged 78ypg rushing. That is not going to cut it in the SEC. If we had the passing game of a Texas Tech if might, but we don’t.

By Elvis

October 6, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this

BAMA STAN:

Supprisingly, I agree with most of your points. However, I think the coaches in general do a pretty good job (you dont get Richts recored just by having good athletes). The lone exception is UGA’s receivers. They come in all world and slowly regress every year. I hope Green can break that.

Suprised to hear a Bammer be in a “pickle” over rooting in a game that involves tenn. You should want UGA to win, it adds to that SOS.

By Buzzfan1936

October 6, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this

Good luck against the Vols. May you bounce back with an impressive win.

I applaud the Dawgs for their final #2 National Ranking last year. I hope you win the rest of your games - except against Tech. Jacket fans shouldn’t waste their ink trying to bring you down. Instead, we should focus on bringing Tech up to your level with both ending up in the Top Ten at season’s end. I’m looking forward to a great game in Athens. I hope the best team wins and that the winner shows respect and good sportsmanship toward the loser as is done in most Olympic competitions.

By Chuck Uga

October 6, 2008 2:22 PM | Link to this

BamaStan is an idiot. None of his post has an credence. Typical. He’s been hiding under a rock for the past 6 years!

Mark Richt KNOWS he cannot afford a loss to Tennessee. He will immediately be placed on the hot seat (yes) and will be eliminated from the SEC East. No team has even won the SEC East without defeating Tennessee since the beginning of the 1993 season. He was hired to beat UT and Florida at least half the time. 1-4 the last five and 0-3 in Athens the last three will get you in some deep _. I suspect the team will play lights out and end Tennessee’s hopes early. They better, otherwise Mark Richt will be forced to consider some major staff chances come January.

By Damage Inc.

October 6, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this

Roswell Ed,

I was really looking forward to your PATHETIC war eagle nonsense. How does that foot taste!! I was screaming at my TV watching your coaches FACE!! Oh my GOD it was funny! I almost enjoy watching Auburn lose as much as a UGA win! Almost….

By gdawginkalamazoo

October 6, 2008 2:46 PM | Link to this

Chuck, I don’t think Richt will be put on any hot seat if we lose to UT this weekend. Make some personel changes at the end of the year? Probably, if we don’t win out after losing this weekend. Better win this weekend or the year is over with as far as any titles are concerned. We do control our destiny in the East at this point and I would like to see kept that way. Northern Illinois though, glad we don’t play those dogs.

By Hey Pitbull

October 6, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this

You said:

…”It would have been 31 if they had kicked the PAT rather than unsuccessfully going for two”…

Yeah, and if they were a better team and they hadn’t got BEAT DOWN, they might have won the game. But they are a average team and they will end up 8-4 and play in the Tidy Bowl. LOL LOL LOL LOL

By SaltLick

October 6, 2008 3:05 PM | Link to this

Anybody suggesting that Richt would be on the hot seat if the dogs lost to the vols, must have been eating some rancid collards. He is safe for a long time unless………Both teams have a lot to play for this week. The vols should have a slight edge in that area, but that is all. If the dogs show up to play, it should be over early.

By Eric

October 6, 2008 3:08 PM | Link to this

Well my favorite team this weekend is Tennessee. Beat UGA!!!!

By Pago Flyer

October 6, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this

So BAMA beats the DAWGS real bad. The CATS almost beat BAMA. Does this prove the DAWGS were out-coached or just not enough talent for the SEC?

By heeldawg

October 6, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this

Bamastan: How are things in your country? Still having trouble with Islamic terrorists?

I suppose that Mark Richt has been using smoke, mirrors and sheer deception over the last few years to win ~80% of his games. If you could win by recruiting alone, Ron Zook and Ray Goff would have already won national titles.

A dose of reality for ya: Alabama is neither as good as they looked against Georgia last week nor is Georgia as bad as they looked against Alabama last week. A similar situation could be seen in 2004, when Georgia destroyed a Saban-coached LSU team 45-17 that was the defending national champion. As it turned out, Georgia was good, but not that good, and LSU was not that bad. Score differentials don’t mean squat. What matters is that the team improve weekly and the results at the end of the season. The Dawgs had eight preseason starters who missed most or all of the Alabama game, and the offensive line is admittedly still a work in progress after the injury to Trinton Sturdivant. However, Brannan Southerland (starting fullback) gets his first real game action of the season this week, and Coach Searels has set his starting OL for the year, which means that we will finally have one group getting reps together as starters for the rest of the season. The offensive line is not lacking in talent, just lacking in cohesion as a unit. And the defense had an off night against Bama just as LSU’s very good defense had off nights last year against Arkansas and Kentucky. The only guarantee in the SEC is that you’d better show up every week, or someone will beat you. Just ask the Gators.

So, Bamastan, I hope we keep winning. We’d love to see you guys in Atlanta. I suspect there will be a different Georgia ballclub taking the field by then. And I doubt you’d like the outcome if we gel like a typical Mark Richt team does.

Finally, Gator Chomp, your posts are so inarticulate and inane as to generally not even be worth dignifying with a response. However, I do not anticipate that Georgia will fail to show up against the Vols—not after last year. And if they do, it will be no contest; the Dawgs will win by 20+.

One last admonition: learn some modicum of grammar and/or spelling. Your poorly-composed verbiage makes your posts look even more stupid than they actually are.

And that’s pretty stupid.

By Huh?

October 6, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this

So BAMA beats the DAWGS real bad. The CATS almost beat BAMA. Does this prove the DAWGS were out-coached or just not enough talent for the SEC?

It proves about the same thing as when Florida destroyed Tenneseee last year, Tennessee turned around and destroyed Georgia, and then Georgia beat Florida handily. Figure that one out smart guy. In other words, it proves NOTHING. You must have just started watching college football a week ago.

By murfdawg

October 6, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this

Bama Stan,

Why didn’t you bring your wife to Athens last week? Oh yea, it is still against the law in Georgia to be married to your sister. Crawl back where you’ve been for the last 9 years and STFU!!!!

By Chip Towers

October 6, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this

Huh? is right. You can never play the “score game.” Never matches up.

By NW GA Dawg

October 6, 2008 3:50 PM | Link to this

To Buzzfan1936,

A salute and a sincere “thank you” sir for your refreshing sportsmanship.

By GentlemanDawg

October 6, 2008 4:20 PM | Link to this

I echo NW GA by thanking BuzzFan for showing that a true fan can hold their head high, uphold themsleves in a way that brings respect to their respective institutions of higher learning. Remember, most of the more rabid fans never attended a single class at ANY University…

Others can stoop as low as they want, but come on DAWGS, let’s have some class!

I lived in Jax for 7 years and hate Florida as much as anybody, but they are not going to drag me down…However, I will say that those orange tank tops do go especially well with blue jean shorts!

GATA!!!

By mcdawg

October 6, 2008 4:24 PM | Link to this

Will R. Battle qualify for a medical redshirt this year-really need him back and the loss of Lemon is proving costly

By No nonsense Dawg

October 6, 2008 4:25 PM | Link to this

Heeldawg…..upon Closer examination there has been a pattern in the dawgs program since the exit of DJ Shockley that has gotten dawg fans a little uneasy. The dawgs are now a mere 9 - 7 in SEC Games since his exit. So you can see that the dawgs are ONLY two games above 500 in SEC play since 2006. Thats a little too close for comfort as of late. I think most dawg fans would except a loss to Alabama but it was the way the dawgs lost is whats disturbing. I’m pullin hard for my dawgs but I still remain very cautious and wary of the coaching staff.Heeldawg… Yes defenses may have a bad game here and there but remmember, LSU in their two losses weren’t getting blown out either which makes a BIG difference my friend.

By BlackberryCobbler

October 6, 2008 4:26 PM | Link to this

Either UT will lose and it will spell the end of Fulmer, OR

UGA will lose and the once promising season go up in smoke.

I’d like to think UGA will win this one…… BUT, our achillies heel (OL and defense) scare the crap out of me.

CMR— start recruiting some linemen instead of stockpiling QB’s and RB’s

FIRE WILLIE MARTINEZ.

By Poned Up Face Mabel

October 6, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this

Hello My fellow dawg fans I’ve surley missed you! I only suffered two broken bones in my face during the Bama loss. I’m hoping to be released out of Stephens County Hospital by Friday. Hubby got out of jail yesterday and I sure hope the Dawgs win Saturday! CYA Mabel

By GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 4:40 PM | Link to this

heeldawg:Why all the animosity?You’re such a idiot.Dont blame me 4 your dawgs not being what u and the rest of your UGAY pu$$ies thought they were.All Im doing is stating the facts boy.Your team has’nt been relevant in almost 30 years so get off of my back loser and find your head coach and let him know what your problem is because you’re barking up the wrong tree little puppy.So go back in your little trailer park before I call the MUTT POUND OK BIOTCH!See U in Jacksonville 4 your yearly beatdown.Tebow will be 100% healthy this time and we are going 2 murder u flead out mutts “BOOK IT BOY” GO GATORS!!!! TEBOW REPEAT HEISMAN WINNER U HEARD IT HERE FIRST!!!!!!!!

By To Pago Flyer

October 6, 2008 4:43 PM | Link to this

“By Pago Flyer

So BAMA beats the DAWGS real bad. The CATS almost beat BAMA. Does this prove the DAWGS were out-coached or just not enough talent for the SEC?”

Great Question Pago

The answer is the UGA is an average tean in a better than average conference. The SEC is better than some conferences but only as good as others and certainly not the best.

Alabama is one of the better teams in the SEC, they will end up with 2 maybe 3 loses, UGA will lose at least 2 more conference game and more likley 3. Alabama and LSU are the best teams in the SEC and they are neither a top 5 national team.

The top 5 teams Nationaly are OU, TEXAS, MIZZ, PENN STATE, and USC. At the end of the year it will boil down to OU and USC.

By Greg

October 6, 2008 4:52 PM | Link to this

Hmmm…the teams “we” have beaten are all terrible? We won’t at South Carolina and they just won at Ole Miss, the week after they beat Florida. We also won a road game at Arizona State that they’d circled on their calendar for a year.

Contrast that with Tennessee…who has beaten UAB and Northern Illinois. Central Michigan would beat either of those teams.

By Greg

October 6, 2008 4:53 PM | Link to this

Hmmm…the teams “we” have beaten are all terrible? We won at South Carolina and they just won at Ole Miss, the week after they beat Florida. We also won a road game at Arizona State that they’d circled on their calendar for a year.

Contrast that with Tennessee…who has beaten UAB and Northern Illinois. Central Michigan would beat either of those teams.

By murfdawg

October 6, 2008 4:55 PM | Link to this

note to no nonsenseDawg:

2006—4-4 in SEC 2007—6-2 in SEC 2008—1-1 in SEC

I would rather think we have won 5 out of our last 6. And I think we will win 5 out of the next 6. Hopefully, it will be the right 5. Go Dawgs!!!!

By Eddis Stevenson III

October 6, 2008 4:56 PM | Link to this

Well the time for my beloved Rocky Top which is struggling a bit now faces an unsure UGA team which clearly still has defensive and a few offensive issues of concern. I still remain confident that Phillip will get the job done this coming Saturday at Georgia. He seems to have a knack in doing so to bide his time. I think this will be a competitive game with my Vols being the victor! Go Rocky Top!. Rocky Top Today, Rocky Top Tomorrow, Rocky Top 4 EVER!….. Eddis Stevenson III Tenn. Grad 82

By Supes

October 6, 2008 4:56 PM | Link to this

UGA wins big over UT this saturday. Tenn is so beat up and waiting for a team to put them out of their misery so they can “tailspin” and have another 7 loss season. It’ll also ensure that Phat Phil who most everyone hates up there in UT country will be gone. I believe the players have quit on him and his coaching and it’s game over.

UGA by at least 20 this saturday! Time to set things straight for the previous 2 years. UGA will remember, there will be no letdown! Tenn will be put out of their misery soon enough and go back crawling up to Rocky Top.

GO Dawgs!

By TechCrybaby

October 6, 2008 4:57 PM | Link to this

Over on our Tech list of bloggers, I’m amused at the insults Jackets and Dawgs are hurling at one another, two months before the Big Game, even! Here’s the truth, and I’ll say it to the Techsters, too: The Bulldogs will not only whip Tennessee this Saturday, but they continue to be a very good football team. So Tech has no brag - yet.

I haven’t been able to figure out what happened against Alabama. I chalked that loss up to dependence on reputation, which is often fatal on the football field. Prior to ‘Bama, it looked to me as if Mark Richt had brought the whole FSU system of Bobby Bowden’s glory days, lock, stock, and barrel, to UGA. There were the passes of Stafford, the runs of Moreno, and, on defense, the quick, swarming tacklers that seemed to close holes rapidly and often, versus Arizona State. It’s all still there.

By Paul the Vol

October 6, 2008 4:58 PM | Link to this

I am as big a UT fan as any Volunteer but let’s be realistic, Georgia is going to kick out butts this year. Even though Georgia doesn’t match up well with smash mouth teams we simply do not have the talent to keep up. We are slower on the D-line and at linebacker than last year. Our entire offense has taken a huge step backward and we are going to Athens with a QB making his second career start.

Losing Cutcliffe has had more impact than anyone would have imagined and this new offensive staff is simply in over their heads. The play calling is all over the place and the coaching is actually worse than when Randy Sanders was there.

Our defense is OK but can’t get off the field on 3rd down. Giving an offense like Georgia’s extra plays is just asking for it. This is one of the worst teams that I have seen since Bill Battle was coach. All-in-all, it will likely be a long afternoon.

BTW - none of this changes the fact that Alabama fans are still stuck-in-the-past inbred rednecks and no matter how bad my football team is I can still be thankful that I don’t live there.

By GentlemanDawg

October 6, 2008 5:03 PM | Link to this

Gator Chomp,

Not sure what you are smoking, but there is NO WAY that Tim Tebow can win again. He is a fine Christian man, had one hell of a season last year, but he is not even mentioned among the favorites this year.

Don’t you have some jeans to go cut off?

By I WISH I COULD TALK LIKE GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 5:09 PM | Link to this

“Book it”, “Cuz”, “Lozers”, “Skate or Die”.

By No nonsense Dawg

October 6, 2008 5:17 PM | Link to this

Murf Dawg….. Thanks for the correction. For some reason I was counting the Miss State win in 2006 which was too close for comfort and last years Vandy win as well as a loss , even though the dawgs did win. 11 - 7 only 4 games above 500 still on edge so to speak.

By lynninsavannah

October 6, 2008 5:31 PM | Link to this

chip I am still mad about the bama game. In my past 28 years of following Ga football that was the most terrible coaching job in history. Espn Munson retiring no 1 ranking on the line If you cant get up for that something needs to be changed.

By Pewtus Gortsler 65

October 6, 2008 5:37 PM | Link to this

Pumpkins were in abundance and the orange clings to hopes in the state to the north. The black is stowed away for another day and folks are saddened. The red giant was sleeping and now has awakened. The beverage flows and gasoline is still scarce. Phat Phil now has the Jolly Trots and searches to pound the porcelain. GATA DAWGS! ………. Pewtus

By Chip Towers

October 6, 2008 5:39 PM | Link to this

PRACTICE UPDATE

Just back up in the Butts-Mehre Building from the practice fields and an absolutely gorgeous day outside. Dogs are going at it hard. They’re having their Tuesday practice today, which is to say they’ll get in the majority of their contact today and ease back the next few days.

Some observations:

Possible new injury: LB Marcus Dowtin is in green jersey and no pads and not participating. That’s particularly distressing considering LB Dannell Ellerbe was in the exact same situation. They say they’re holding out for Ellerbe to play but he sure didn’t look close to suiting up to me… .

Other players in green: CMR hinted that season-ending surgery could be in the cards for WR Tony Wilson. Apparently that came to be as Wilson was on crutches with his left ankle heavily wrapped… . In the what’s new department, in green Monday were OG Tanner Strickland, DT Brandon Wood and DE Rod Battle. …

TV or not TV: Looks like the networks might opt to utilize the six-day option on what games to televise on Oct. 18. They’re mulling Vandy at Georgia, Ole Miss at Bama and LSU at S.C. They already postponed their decision at least until tomorrow but may wait to see the outcomes of this weekends games. They get a limited number times per year to enact the six-day option. CBS has first dibs this week so I’m guessing if LSU wins at Florida they’ll go with the Tigers if they get by the Gators… .

More later.

By Sautee Dawg

October 6, 2008 5:45 PM | Link to this

Gator Chomp

Is that the same Tebow that was sacked 6 times last year in Jacksonville? That Heisman trophy really belongs to Darren Mccfadden. Tebow”s just keeping it for him!!

By BlackberryCobbler

October 6, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this

I agree with lynninsavannah.

That UGA-‘Bama game was a DISGRACE.

UGA didn’t even show up for that game until late in late in the 3rd quarter.

UGA was out-manned and out-coached. That game was an embarrassment. The DAWGS, with a chance to show everyone they were for rael, deposited a large pile of poop in front of a national audience.

The defense didn’t have a clue and the offense couldn’t figure out how to get Moreno into the scheme of things. And the stupid penalties. Good Lord.

Absolutely pi$$ poor preparation and execution.

I hope the Dawgs play better against UT and from here on out.

By RDS

October 6, 2008 5:51 PM | Link to this

Hey Elvis, No self respecting Bama fan would pull for Rocky Flop, I can’t even pull for them in out of conf games….EVER!

The Flop’s may try to bust the dawgs in the mouth on Sat but they just ain’t got the juice. Dawgs by 20.

Paul the Vol…..what’s the point, you would not understand any ways because i don’t speak stupid and there is no one here to translate.

By Larry Munson

October 6, 2008 6:00 PM | Link to this

My God ! Oh You Pewtus Gortsler 65! You should Follow Me in the booth , but the again nooooo.

By Chuck Uga

October 6, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

Gator Chomp, you are a moron. Nothing more to say about your posts.

To those who say Richt won’t be on the hot seat, you are wrong. 11-8 in the SEC, four losses to UT in five games and three straight in Athens. A season lost for the third straight year…all this will FORCE him to to make staff changes that would be SIGNIFICANT. You are crazy if you think everyone will be fine with this. He HAS to beat Tennessee. My fear is he is approaching this game as if we don’t have a problem beating them. We do. Hopefully he understands the repercussions of another loss after a two week break. One word sums it up…PRESSURE. Regardless of our late season play last year. Ask Donnan about not meeting expectations!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By GayTurd Chump

October 6, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Hey, gator chomp wuss. Nice to see that you care about the UGA Bulldogs so much. Is it fear? Yes, I think so. You’re so afraid that the same thing will happen this year down in Jax. It likely will if the lizards bring the same game that they brought against Ole Miss. That was hilarious to watch Timmy Tebow shed so many tears, gator chump. UGA made him cry last year and he’ll probably be reaching for the old Kleenex box again this year. Did you see your QB cry on national TV? Did you cry, gator chump? Did you run to mommy’s arms only to get burned by her Marlboro in your sordid single-wide trailer? Did her live-in, drunk, tattooed boyfriend give you a swift backhand for being so wimpy? You will never, ever see a UGA BULLDAWG cry, boy. We made Timmy cry and so did Ole Miss. Hats off to Ole Miss for making Timmy cry croc tears. I laughed my butt off!!! Why does that Timmy boy have to cry? It’s pathetic - almost as pathetic as you!!!!

By Jim

October 6, 2008 7:03 PM | Link to this

Run the wishbone. If the O-line can not protect Stafford put two fullbacks in the backfield to block. Run Moreno outside. Cut down on Staffords checks. If the three step drop is so hard to defend why aren’t we using it more. Come out throwing the ball in the first quarter to set up the run. Put Monero and King in the backfield together.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 7:21 PM | Link to this

Look for UGA to have the breakout game of the season this week against UT. We laid a huge egg and got embarrassed and that is not going to be a good thing for the vols. The defense will start putting pressure on the qb and the o-line will look much better as well. Dogs win this one convincingly. As far as uf goes, they don’t seem at all scary this year. What’s up with that so-called bad a* rb they got to transfer from USC? Not quite working out is he? Should’ve stayed in the Pac-10 and looked like somebody. Tebow will be on his back A LOT in Jax this year (again). Don’t all you gaytor fans get too excited about beating Arkansas now. They are playing a ton of freshmen this year in a rebuilding phase so settle down and realize that you got beat at home by Ole Miss! Get ready for a beatdown courtesy of LSU this weekend and then start thinking about UGA. I just hope that Tebow doesn’t get himself hurt so you guys won’t use that same excuse again this year. QB’s are supposed to throw the ball, not lead the team in rushing. LOL! Urban Crier gets run out of town by the end of this season because of that BS system he runs. Maybe he can save his job if he can lure Zook to come back down South and recruit for him! LOL! Even with the mounting injuries on UGA’s roster, I don’t see ut,uf, or au giving us much of a problem this year. Hell, I’m more concerned with Vandy and Kentucky.

By Chuck Uga

October 6, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

Guess Gator Chmp can’t do math. UF is 2-2 the past four against UGA. Truthfully would be 1-3 if Shock had played. Guess he is confusing an annual UGA whipping of UF?

By GTYJ

October 6, 2008 7:48 PM | Link to this

Why is there any debate on this?

UGA should beat this Tenn team by 21 at the least. This coming from a GT fan.

Hell, with the need to prove something, revenge from last year, just flat out superior talent and coaching, I don’t see any advntage not for UGA.

If they don’t, they could possibly be the most over rated team of the year. That is should they lose, or barely win mind you.

By GwinnettDawg

October 6, 2008 7:49 PM | Link to this

voice of reason, I hope that you’re correct in your views of the upcoming game against those UT Fallin’ Tears. The main thing I’d like to see is way, way fewer penalties for UGA. I sincerely believe that the entire NCAA referee staff took UGA’s little end zone rushing foul personally after the UF-UGA game last year. It’s sort of like they feel the need to flag UGA for anything and everything this season. Take a look at the UGA - ASU game for example; I have watched a metric ton of football but have never, EVER heard of a “leaping” call. I mean, c’mon, man….leaping???? I just hope that UGA comes out on top and that the yellow rags can stay in the refs’ belts for most of the game (for a change).

By johnny whaley

October 6, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this

IF the receivers could CATCH the ball!!! the quarterback throws it perfect,they just need to LEARN how to catch it!!!

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 8:50 PM | Link to this

GwinnettDawg, you can’t help but wonder about some of these calls, but if UGA comes ready to play and play clean, whoopass football it won’t matter. We are guilty of some STUPID penalties this year that were clearly justified. All Georgia needs to do is come to the game ready to beat some major a* w/o committing personal fouls. They killed any shot we had at Alabama last week. I wouldn’t want to be in CPF’s shoes this week. UT’s going to get the smackdown in Athens! GO DAWGS!

By heeldawg

October 6, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this

Gator Chomp:

I’m not blaming you for anything the Dawgs do or don’t do. I’m blaming you for failing to learn the English language.

Interesting that you would call me an “idiot.” I’m surprised that you can spell “idiot,” but perhaps the sign is still taped to your chest so that you just have to read it.

If you can read, that is.

On to more intelligent commentary:

I’m not wearing red-and-black-colored glasses. I agree that Georgia needs to put up or shut up, starting with this weekend. And, yes, Tennessee is indeed a “must-win” game. A preseason #1 should not lose to a stumbling 2-4 team at home, ESPECIALLY on the heels of last year’s debacle. So I don’t disagree with those who say that this team needs to prove something from here on out. It starts on Saturday.

By Chip Towers

October 6, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this

POST-PRACTICE UPDATE

Sorry for the delay. Late evening at the practice complex. Here’s the raw notebook file I sent into the paper for your personal perusal. Apologies for typos or mistakes:

Athens — To peer out across Georgia’s expansive practice complex Monday was to sense trouble. There, concentrated in one area on Field One where the linebackers were working together, stood five players in green jerseys. This signifies players that are injured and out of action. Among them were starting middle linebacker Dannell Ellerbe, a preseason All-SEC selection, Marcus Dowtin, a freshman backup with promise, and Akeem Hebron, a former high school All-American. Middle linebackers Marcus Washington (shoulder) and Charles White (knee) have long since been sidelined with season-ending injuries. There are only nine linebackers total. But according to the players’ post-practice comments, the prospects aren’t nearly as dim as they appear. They all plan to be ready for Saturday’s game against Tennessee. “The trainers are going to want to do what’s best for me but at the end of the day it’s how I feel,” said Ellerbe, a senior who has started the last 16 games in the middle for the Dogs. “I’m going to have to do a test and if I pass the test and am able to play I’m gonna play.” Asked just what that test would entail, Ellerbe said, “just show them I can move. Basically just go through a practice and do some little drills they want me to do.” Ellerbe anticipates passing. He said he expects to give up his spots on the No. 1 punt and kickoff teams but to be available for defense. “Hopefully it will be more than 15 to 20 plays,” said Ellerbe, who has been rehabbing “three times a day since Sunday.” Meanwhile, Dowtin, a major special teams contributor, injured his lower back lifting weights at the end of this past week. “I’ll be ready to play,” he stated confidentally Monday. “Messed up my back a little bit but nothing too serious.” Sophomore Darryl Gamble, who’s second on the team in tackles, has stepped up to fill in for Ellerbe alongside Rennie Curran. As for the logjam of injuries at linebacker, Dowtin said: “We’re playing hard and there’s not that many of us so we’re getting a lot of reps. It’s a little wear-and-tear on us but we’re going to be all right. We’re getting healthier.”

PUNT RETURNS UP IN AIR With a 92-yard, one-touchdown-per-game average, one would think Prince Miller is a lock to return punts against Tennessee on Saturday. Not necessarily. “We’re basically doing the same thing we’ve been doing all season, just rotating and playing different guys back there so we’ll all be prepared to go in,” Miller said. “Everybody else is prepared to go at any moment, too.” Such is the Jon Fabris way. The Bulldogs’ fiery defensive ends coach also oversees punt returns and he’s had five different players handle it so far, including Knowshon Moreno, Asher Allen, Logan Gray and Reshad Jones. The by-committee approach has worked. The Bulldogs lead the SEC and are third nationally with a 21.7-yard average. Miller returned his only attempt 92 yards for a touchdown in the second half against Alabama. He’s not sure whether it was just his first of many returns or the last of his career. “Before the game [Fabris] watches and decides who he feels most comfortable with,” Miller said. “In his mind I think he has guys he wants in certain situations. I don’t know. I just want to help the team any way I can.”

SAMUEL LOOKS FOR MORE P.T. Freshman tailback Richard Samuel can easily recite every play he’s been in on the last two games. “Just special teams,” he reeled off quickly after Monday’s practice. “One kickoff return and two reps on punt return as a blocker.” And all three of those plays came against Alabama. He did not get in the Arizona State game. But Samuel is hopeful his lone kickoff return will earn him a more prominent role. Samuel rambled 41 yards and nearly broke his only attempt against Alabama. “I was real close,” he said. “Once I got past the kicker I saw open field in front of me. I guess I got tackled from behind.” Samuel said he has been getting work with the No. 1 kickoff return unit but he wasn’t sure if the coaches will stick with senior Remarcus Brown, who has averaged a solid 25.4 yards on 14 returns. “We’ll have to see how practice goes,” Samuel said. “Right now I just want to play. Whether it’s running back or kickoff returner doesn’t matter to me. I just want to play and have fun.”

INJURY REPORT Safety Quintin Banks said he did not play at all in the Alabama game but hopes to Saturday against Tennessee. The sophomore from Warner Robins missed the first five games with a sprained knee suffered in preseason camp. He was expected to get extgensive playing time in a three-man rotation with Jones and CJ Byrd… . Rod Battle, who started the last 15 games at defensive end before being sidelined the last three with a neck injury, worked extensively on the side with a trainer Monday but remained in a non-contact green jersey and did not practice with the defense. He has declined interview requests the last few weeks, Monday included… . Sophomore flanker Tony Wilson had his left ankle heavily wrapped and was on crutches Monday. Coach Mark Richt said last week Wilson was contemplating season-ending surgery to repair a chronic injury. Neither Richt nor Wilson were available for comment Monday.

ETC… . CBS has delayed at least until Tuesday and could decide to invoke its six-day option regarding the games of Oct. 18. The broadcast network is having to make a call between Vanderbilt at Georgia, LSU at South Carolina and Ole Miss at Alabama. CBS has first choice over ESPN and Raycom, which would broadcast the other two games.

By Blackout

October 6, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this

We need to have a doughnut out for Fulmer. Maybe we can subpoena him for recruiting violations. Our schedule is so tuff with Tennessee and Auburn. I mean they do get beat by Vandy but look at them Vandy boys. SEC rulez because we beat each other up and only our conference wins as many games as it loses against each other. The sorry ACC wins more than it loses in conference. It’s so lame. It’s like the single wide behind my double wide.

By woofwoof

October 6, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this

Let’s not get ahead of ourself. We thought we would bring the smackdown against the Tide with our gimmicky blackout and went home with teary-eyed mascara. Let’s not let the red mascara bleed against the Vols. We cry a little too much these days. When will we get back to our entire history of 1980? I mean, we didn’t win anything before then or since then. Let’s just all wear 1980 on our clothes and quit the color gimmicks.

By woofwoof

October 6, 2008 9:19 PM | Link to this

The key to beating Tennesee is to be an sec team. No out of conference team can beat an sec team. Bring on a Pac-10 team or an Acc team. Can UCLA or GT beat an SEC team. I don’t think so. Could Wake win aagainst teams like UMiss. Heck no. I bet my trailer they can’t. Hahaha. The sec is a bunch of jokes that think they beat uo on each other. Aww Florida got beat up by an almight sec team ole miss. But when it happens in the ACC, it’s because the ACC is weak. Wierd that Wake beat Ole Miss who beat the dominant Florida.

By ut

October 6, 2008 9:25 PM | Link to this

I say the mutts should all run on to the field after they scor first again so tennesse can get the whole team kicked out of the game like Spurrier would had. Why does Richt need so many gimmicks to motivate thugs? Just use weed or plea deals for those facing charges.

By GTfan

October 6, 2008 9:37 PM | Link to this

You know what I want to know. All of the UGA fans are hoping for an Alabama loss for revenge. If they both win out and UGA wins the SEC, Alabama will help their strength of schedule. A bunch of crybabies.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this

woofwoof/ut, eat the big one. It’s so funny you come to a UGA blog to run your c******** about a superior program. When your ranked higher…oh sorry, when your ranked at all, then talk some s**. Until then, you need to worry more about where your momma is. She might need you to bail her out of jail again tonight.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this

GTfan, don’t think that all UGA fans wish Alabama would lose. I definitely don’t. Not until the SECCG when we play them again for redemption.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 9:54 PM | Link to this

ut, you must have never even made it to school on a short bus. Spellcheck can’t even help stupid. “scor first again so tennesse can get the whole team kicked out of the game like Spurrier would had”. WTF are you smoking?

By ut

October 6, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

voice, try winning a national championship since the BCS was implemented. Try not to hang your hat on preseason rankings and 1980. Seriously, you are a glorified south carolina. no history but a bunch of preseason hype. at least south carolina has a unique mascot.

By Mike T.

October 6, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

Why does Richt need so many gimmicks to motivate thugs?

What does Fat Phil do to motivate? Running around singing a thirty year old country and western song ain’t cut it anymore.

By ut

October 6, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

Since we are on grammar, let’s talk about your and you’re smart one. What are you a Vandy fan. You have to hang “your” hat on academics even though you don’t have any. Hey genius, where is “your” medical school. Oh right.

By Mike T.

October 6, 2008 10:08 PM | Link to this

4 your yearly beatdown.

42-30

By BamaFan

October 6, 2008 10:08 PM | Link to this

In other news, Noshow just leaped a player for 3 more yards and hurt his poor little elbow. Oh, and if the game lasted five more minutes, uga would have won. hahaha. when, alabama decided to score some more they did.

By Michael G.

October 6, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this

With the Vols (and every team for that matter) gearing up to stop the run, I think this week would be the perfect time for Stafford to throw for his first career 300 yard day. With the linebackers so banged up, it becomes even more important for the defensive line to stop the run and force TN into passing situations. In a nutshell we lost to Bama last week because we couldn’t stop the run and make Wilson beat us with his arm. For our defense to be successful, they cannot allow that to happen again.

By GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 10:16 PM | Link to this

I got u MUTTS right where I want u lozers at.And by the way cowards since u idiots want 2 talk about crying I saw alot of your fans crying in the stands during and after the big BLACK OUT.U stray mutts try anything 2 get a win.Whats next the whole student body is going 2 show up naked and call it a FREAK OUT.U lozers are so pathetic.U geeks wore all black 4 a good ole southern a$$ whippin.So please all u morons put your black suits & skirts on again when U see my MIGHTY GATORS because after the game Im going 2 your funerals “Book That Si$$ies” GO GATORS!!!!

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this

ut, don’t worry about the bail money this time. I’ll take care of her tonight, ok. She always knows just how to pay me back. BTW, ut sucks! I’ll be thinking of you during the beatdown and while my manmeat is down your momma’s throat, b***!

By Mike T.

October 6, 2008 10:25 PM | Link to this

GATOR CHOMP

Go find an Ole Miss Blog and talk your trash there.Take that Geek

By Mike T.

October 6, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

GATOR CHOMP

Go find an Ole Miss Blog and talk your trash there.Take that Geek

By Mike T.

October 6, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

GATOR CHOMP

Go find an Ole Miss Blog and talk your trash there.Take that Geek with you.

By ut

October 6, 2008 10:31 PM | Link to this

What is sad “there” voice is I am adopted and my “mom” was a man until recently, so enjoy what you get from him. Maybe you will get a little something up the stinkhole too. haha. Which trailer park lot should I send “her” to? I can get “her” to wear all black if you want. hahahaha. Oh and what is b*. I can only think of a word with another *. Can you not count?

By ut

October 6, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

Michael, Stafford can only throw for 300 yards in a 6 quarter game. He’s like his loser OC. How did Bobo get a job out of being a clown anyway?

By chomp on this

October 6, 2008 10:35 PM | Link to this

gaytor chimp, you’re as big an idiot as ut. I think it’s funny as hell that you think that uf is so freakin good after you lose to ole miss at home and then think you can play with the big dogs. You better go find yourselves a running back because you’re gonna get teblow killed. That defense isn’t looking to swift either. At least UGA lost to the #2 team in the country. You guys couldn’t stop Mississippi if your life depended on it. Please tell me you’re not pinning your hopes and dreams on what you saw against Arkansas. They are starting all over playing true freshmen and rebuilding. The swamp isn’t intimidating anyone since stevie boy left. I pity you almost as much as timmy boy.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this

He won’t have much to say there Mike. He can’t say that tebow was hurt or that they celebrated their way into winning. He’s a typical, blue jean short wearing, florida excuse making f*. That’s why he keeps getting on UGA blogs and types his bs instead of speaking it. He probably wears a UGA hat to school every day so he doesn’t get his lunch money taken from him by the other kids.

By GatorLover

October 6, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

What’s your record against UF the last 15 years chomp? Exactly. Come get your next whoopin.

By GATOR CHOMP

October 6, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this

Mike T grow up biotch and let tht BIG BOYS talk football something your sorry arse knows nothing about.What have u actually played in your lifetime besides with your Mommys t**.Dont get mad at me because BAMA whipped that arse ok little Mikey now go let moma slap that t** in your mouth and tuck u 2 sleep ok,because messing with the GATORS is bad 4 your health ok good night little lozer Mikey. GATORS OR DIE BOY BOOK IT!!!!!!!!!!!

By MidnightRambler

October 6, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

For those downgrading the ACC, the following graphic and comments were noted on Raycom TV during the GT-Miss. State game:

“MORE PLAYERS WERE DRAFTED FROM THE ACC, 115, OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS THAN FROM ANY OTHER CONFERENCE! THIS INCLUDES THE #1,2, AND 3 PICKS: MATT RYAN, BC; CALVIN JOHNSON, GT; AND MARIO WILLIAMS, NC STATE!”

By GatorLover

October 6, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

Man, I hate to think some kid gets his lunch money taken from the down syndrome kids of uga. That’s terrible. I wonder if the uga downs kids have nullets too?

By GTfan

October 6, 2008 10:54 PM | Link to this

voice, it’s jort and it is better than the wife beaters and mullets that uga fans wear.

By GTfan

October 6, 2008 11:08 PM | Link to this

Seriously Midnight, you know you can’t use facts against sec fans. They are world beaters and beat up on each othere. hahahahaha. Must be nice to live in ignorance.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 11:27 PM | Link to this

Hey techies, are they still not talking much about your trade school’s football team? Is that why you come to the UGA blogs? I don’t blame you because the blog you come to is a top 10 team’s blog. All you haters get ready to be silenced just like gamecock henry and roswell ed. The only bad thing is we have to wait til the end of the season to shut you geeks up. 8 in a row coming up.

By voice of reason

October 6, 2008 11:32 PM | Link to this

I saw more mullets in 1 day in florida than I have in years in Georgia. That’s some funny s** too. Business in the front, party in the back. LOL!

By Cuz

October 6, 2008 11:37 PM | Link to this

Sad to think that Phat Phil has to win this game, Vandy and KY-jelly just to retain his job. I guess the ghost of Johnny Majors has finnaly got his revenge. Since he is the ghost of Phulmers past, I hope the ghost of Phulmers present is Mark Richt. Which would make the ghost of Phulmer’s future, Bobby Johnson. And poor Tiny Tim Tebow has a crutch in the corner. Of course truth is stranger than fiction, you have to make up fiction. Good night and God bless us each and everyone. This was unashamedly stolen from Charles Dickens. Unlike my name which was enthusiasticly stolen by the POSER.

By Cuz

October 6, 2008 11:54 PM | Link to this

Dear AJC staff editors, you suk.

By ............................................BuLLdawg

October 7, 2008 4:10 AM | Link to this

Unlike Alabama, who saw that they could take away our position in the polls and give us their position in the polls, the vols simply are ranked so far behind UGA that a win by the vols and a loss by us to the vols, would not do the vols any damn good at all.

vols would still be ranked once again, as they have been 8 consecutive years now, worse than UGA.

vols’ wins this season include all-told UAB and Northern Illinois. Midway through the season, the vols have lost to everyone else they have played.

That includes some pretty lousy football teams, frankly.

vols’ fans are not saying that this is a must win for the vols; they are saying it is a must win for Phfat Fil.

By Tim

October 7, 2008 5:59 AM | Link to this

Chip, what do you think is up with Richard Samuel. Why isn’t he getting more playing time. He seems to be a very talented runner. Has he fallen out of favor? If he has then what for? Can we look for him to get more touches this season? If they’re not going to use him more whay didn’t they red shirt him.

By Tim

October 7, 2008 6:03 AM | Link to this

Chip, what’s up with Richard Samuel. He played more ealier in the season, Has he fallen out of favor somehow? If they aren’t going to use him more why didn’t they red shirt him? Can we look for him to get more action?

By Dawg4Life

October 7, 2008 6:55 AM | Link to this

UGA better watch out for UT. This is a team that has been unsuccessful in the RED ZONE. Moving the ball between the 20’s hasn’t been a problem for them. I can remember 4 turnovers inside the 10 yd line that has cost this team points. Eventually, they will put it together. Hopefully this is delayed by them adding the new QB. Everyone is calling this a blowout because of their record, but this is not a team to be overlooked.

As for the Dawgs, I think that losing to Bama may have been the best thing for them. It showed them they weren’t invincible, and that all of the preseason hype was just that. You have to play ball boys!

GTFan/Midnight Rambler- you are right about the # of players drafted out of the ACC. As a matter of fact, there are 2 ACC teams that have the most players on NFL rosters. But if you aren’t a FSU or Miami fan, you don’t need to bring that up because you just embarassed yourself. In fact, name 5 players in the NFL that are from your beloved Jackets… Exactly. I challenge you to name one player from GT that is on a team that makes a difference. Don’t say Calvin Johnson because GT could beat the Lions.

P.S- I can say this now because none of your current D-line is in the NFL yet. Those guys are STUDS.

By Bamafan

October 7, 2008 6:57 AM | Link to this

Dawgs please deliver the final nail in FAT PHIL’S coffin and the crimson tide will bury him with the fishes!! Good luck and beat the crap out of the vols and hope to play in Atlanta in december!! GO DAWGS!!

By Gratfuldawghead

October 7, 2008 7:33 AM | Link to this

How many Vol fans are pulling for the DAWGS this weekend so Fulmer will be fired?

By ROCKY TOP

October 7, 2008 8:27 AM | Link to this

Gratfuldawghead, I for one, will never pull against the VOLS for any reason. Is there a problem on the Hill?-yes, will firing Fulmer change that?maybe. With a new OC, the offense is struggling to find its identity, but the defense has played well. Can the Dawgs bounce back from last week, or can the Vols have the breakout game that we’ve been looking for…we will see! Hope its a good(close) game either way. GO VOLS!

By Kent N

October 7, 2008 8:30 AM | Link to this

I love seeing all of the phat phil jokes , Fallin tears etc, Remember this. The last 2 times UT has faced ugaly, Uga was the favorite. Look at the results. Tennessee has Phat phil and has had no need to change coaches due to a Poor coach. This game will be close, if its not its because UT won Big …. Again!

By YoungDawg

October 7, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this

Chip, Thanks for the TV updates! Yesterday I had checked on SEC.com to see if they’d announced the schedule for 10/17. Since it wasn’t there I looked at the schedule to try & figure out which games they were choosing from. Then I got on this blog to ask you about but didn’t have to because you had already updated it then added in your second set of practice notes as well. I know you take a beating on here sometimes but thanks for all you do to keep the Dawg Nation informed!

By Marvin Mysherona

October 7, 2008 10:05 AM | Link to this

Not that it matters, but for me the key to this game against the Vols boils down to Willie Martinez. Has he learned from the soft coverage mistakes? Will he permit the short passes by playing 10 yards off the WR’s? If Martinez goes with that type of DB strategy it will be a long afternoon in Athens.

By DJMontay

October 7, 2008 10:58 AM | Link to this

voice of reason….you are stupid and was the only one in Flordia with a mullet. Why do we come over here? It is not because of your myth ranking, it is to read your stupid comments. You cannot shut anybody up, you stupid mofo. The Vols kick thd dogs in the mouth again this weekend. I cannot wait until of the end of the season either. It will not be 8.

By voice of reason

October 7, 2008 11:41 AM | Link to this

DJMontay, where is Flordia? Must be where the mullet sporting mofo’s live. I’m not trying to shut anybody up. I think it’s funny as hell how most of you take this so serious. Did you miss the short bus again? How can someone misspell “the”? And what’s up with “I cannot wait until of the end of the season”? That’s ok though. If it makes you feel better, just call me stupid.

By Willie

October 7, 2008 12:37 PM | Link to this

By Marvin Mysherona October 7, 2008 10:05 AM

Your are genius! I agree with you 100% but I think Martinez needs to be coaching high school/AAA foodtball teams. Marvin, with the Dawgs talent you could be 6/0. To add to your analysis, Bobo needs to learn every pass does not have to plus 20yrds. I am just a fan but I recognize an idiot when I see one and you have pointed Martinez out to everyone. I believe they know but are too polite to say.

By DJMontay

October 7, 2008 1:15 PM | Link to this

voice of reason, look it up. No, I ride MARTA. Cannot type well. Think about it. It does, stupid mofo.

By voice of reason

October 7, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

You guys can’t judge CWM on just a few games though. Most of the time, the D looks great. It just seems like he gets shown up once a year. The SC loss last year certainly can’t be placed in CWM’s lap when we couldn’t find the endzone during the entire game. The UT game last year and the Alabama game last week are the only times he has looked anything but stellar the past couple of seasons. Being a lifelong Dawgs fan it is frustrating because we want perfection, but name one DC in all of football that you would rather have. You’ll have a hard time finding one that has a better track record. GO DAWGS!

By voice of reason

October 7, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

DJMontay, I really hope you find the humor in all of this. Please don’t let it ruin your day. I take it you’re not a fan of UGA’s? That’s ok, maybe after the eighth straight win over tech you’ll convert to a winner. GO DAWGS!

By DJMontay

October 7, 2008 1:51 PM | Link to this

No and Hell no.

By gtforever

October 7, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this

Dawgs over the GAY vols BIG. This will be a BLOW OUT. UT has to be the worst team in the SEC.

By thug

October 7, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

Rocky Flop you’ll always be, a one forked family tree! Good ol Rocky Flop, don’t know my A B C’s! Don’t know my A B C’s!

By reggie ball

October 7, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this

Tech hasn’t beaten GEORGIA legally since 1990. In their so called three “wins” Tech played with ineligible thugs in 98-00. 18 years!!! I still cant count to 4

By gtforever

October 7, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this

Hey Reggie

Cut it with the “legally” CRAP! Your program has been under NCAA investigation more times than probably any football program in the country! Vince Dooley’s era was so corrupt it’s not even funny! SO KISS OUR ARSE! Your time is coming. We may not beat you gay boys this year, but the CLOCK IS TICKING!

Go Jackets and THWG!

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