Associated Press-
"Instead of resenting the No. 7 Nebraska Cornhuskers for leaving the Big 12, maybe Kansas State should thank them.
Who wants to keep playing a team that always beats you silly?"
K State Defensive Back David Barrett on T-Magic's 80 YD TD Run-
"He was 50 yards up the field before I looked up"
Niles Paul-
"The fans were saying some pretty harsh things when we got there, so we had to shut them up. We just are going to finish with a bang, win the Big 12 North and the
Big 12 conference and then leave."
Bill Snyder-
"He's awfully quick. He's more than just quick. He's quick and fast. And we're not very fast. That's not a good matchup" when asked about Taylor Martinez
"Happy birthday," he said grimly he opened his postgame news conference. "I hope yours was better than mine."
"We didn't run the ball very well, we didn't throw it extremely well, we didn't play defense against the run or the pass very well. I told our players that this could easily come down to the kicking game and we did well enough in the kicking game that everything else fell on its face."
Kansas State defensive end Antonio Felder-
"I thought he was the fastest I've ever seen at quarterback. He's got a lot of speed. If you've got a good angle on him, he can still outrun you."
"Film speed is definitely different, because you always feel like you are faster than who you are watching. Once you get into the game and get moving you start to get a feel for how fast the other team is. We were not able to adjust to their speed throughout the game."
Carson Coffman-
"They're obviously very good and very talented at every position, but I don't think they're more talented than we were."
Friday, October 8, 2010
Bama's Tough Schedule
I am not sure how this is even fair but beginning Saturday against South Carolina, all 6 of the remaining Alabama SEC opponents have a bye week the week before the game.
It's almost as rough of a conference schedule as the hazing the Big Ten is giving Nebraska next year.
It's almost as rough of a conference schedule as the hazing the Big Ten is giving Nebraska next year.
NU Submits 2 Building Projects for Board of Regents Approval
The University of Nebraska Athletic Department has submitted two building projects to the University of Nebraska Board of Regents for approval at the Oct. 15 Board Meeting.
The Board of Regents will be asked to approve the proposed program statement and $55.5 million budget for improvements to the East Stadium in Memorial Stadium as well as a proposed capital improvement expenditure of $4.75 million for a new baseball and softball indoor practice facility at Haymarket Park.
The proposal calls for funding to come from athletic private donations and bond revenues generated from the new seating. No state appropriated funds will be used for either project.
The Board of Regents will be asked to approve the proposed program statement and $55.5 million budget for improvements to the East Stadium in Memorial Stadium as well as a proposed capital improvement expenditure of $4.75 million for a new baseball and softball indoor practice facility at Haymarket Park.
The proposal calls for funding to come from athletic private donations and bond revenues generated from the new seating. No state appropriated funds will be used for either project.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Source: “UT may encourage Mack Brown to retire”
Longtime DAILY OKLAHOMAN columnist Berry Tramel sources a speculative piece on Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp soon replacing Mack Brown as the team’s head coach - but later dismisses his own source.
A Texas source said over the weekend that UT might encourage Mack Brown to retire, that the ‘Horns might be ready to commence with the Muschamp era. Not because of any dissatisfaction of Brown, but because of a belief in Muschamp. That’s the extent of Texas’ devotion to Muschamp, who is in his third year as the UT defensive coordinator and has been designated Brown’s successor.
The apparent impetus behind such talk is the shaky status of Georgia coach Mark Richt. The thinking is, if the Dogs come calling for Muschamp, Texas might try to throw in with its defensive coordinator instead of its current head coach.
Tramel makes the case that Muschamp-to-Georgia is a logical summation:
But it would make perfect sense for Muschamp to go to Georgia job, which is a great job and a great fit for Muschamp. Muschamp, 39, grew up in Rome, Ga., and was a walkon safety at Georgia before entering coaching. Muschamp was a successful defensive coordinator at LSU and Auburn, so his SEC roots run deep.
So Georgia seems the likely school to come calling for Muschamp in 2010. Georgia fell to 1-4 with a loss at Colorado, and suddenly Richt’s hold on the job seems perilous.
A Texas source said over the weekend that UT might encourage Mack Brown to retire, that the ‘Horns might be ready to commence with the Muschamp era. Not because of any dissatisfaction of Brown, but because of a belief in Muschamp. That’s the extent of Texas’ devotion to Muschamp, who is in his third year as the UT defensive coordinator and has been designated Brown’s successor.
The apparent impetus behind such talk is the shaky status of Georgia coach Mark Richt. The thinking is, if the Dogs come calling for Muschamp, Texas might try to throw in with its defensive coordinator instead of its current head coach.
Tramel makes the case that Muschamp-to-Georgia is a logical summation:
But it would make perfect sense for Muschamp to go to Georgia job, which is a great job and a great fit for Muschamp. Muschamp, 39, grew up in Rome, Ga., and was a walkon safety at Georgia before entering coaching. Muschamp was a successful defensive coordinator at LSU and Auburn, so his SEC roots run deep.
So Georgia seems the likely school to come calling for Muschamp in 2010. Georgia fell to 1-4 with a loss at Colorado, and suddenly Richt’s hold on the job seems perilous.
Don't Forget Your Power Towel.....
...Bring it to every game!!!
I know this is about 3 years old but if this Video doesn't pump you up, I don't know what will.
I know this is about 3 years old but if this Video doesn't pump you up, I don't know what will.
NU/OU in 2021?
Oklahoma and Nebraska have officials have discussed a possible future football series, perhaps in 2021, which would be the 50-year anniversary of the original Game of the Century.
Nebraska athletic director Tom Osborne confirmed to USA Today that he has had discussions with OU, and Sooner sources said OU AD Joe Castiglione instigated the idea of a series in 2020-21 or 2021-22, with the 2021 game to be played in Norman, site of Nebraska's 35-31 victory in 1971 that remains one of the greatest college football games ever.
With Nebraska's departure to the Big Ten after this season, OU-Nebraska, once one of the sport's grandest rivalries, will go dormant, with no future games scheduled.
Nebraska athletic director Tom Osborne confirmed to USA Today that he has had discussions with OU, and Sooner sources said OU AD Joe Castiglione instigated the idea of a series in 2020-21 or 2021-22, with the 2021 game to be played in Norman, site of Nebraska's 35-31 victory in 1971 that remains one of the greatest college football games ever.
With Nebraska's departure to the Big Ten after this season, OU-Nebraska, once one of the sport's grandest rivalries, will go dormant, with no future games scheduled.
5th Down - 20 Years Ago Today
I still can't believe Colorado won a (split) National Championship
This play sure helped.
This play sure helped.
Monday, October 4, 2010
One Crazy Prediction
Kirk Bohls from the Austin American-Statesman thinks KSU can win it all...
One crazy prediction: If Kansas State gets by Nebraska this week — and it's possible, even though Bill Snyder's club isn't that good — the Wildcats will run the table with a weak schedule, go 12-0 and play for the Big 12 crown and the national championship.
Compared to Bama, they may have a weak schedule but they still have to play Oklahoma State, Texas and go to Missouri
One crazy prediction: If Kansas State gets by Nebraska this week — and it's possible, even though Bill Snyder's club isn't that good — the Wildcats will run the table with a weak schedule, go 12-0 and play for the Big 12 crown and the national championship.
Compared to Bama, they may have a weak schedule but they still have to play Oklahoma State, Texas and go to Missouri
No Red Allowed!
Kansas State Facebook Event:
Link
Nebraska week is finally here! K-State fans have eagerly anticipated this matchup since last year's season ending loss in Lincoln culminated with the Huskers jump to the Big 10 this summer.
Bill Snyder enforces a 'No Red' policy throughout the Vanier Football Complex. Let's extend that policy this week and KEEP ALL RED OFF CAMPUS starting MONDAY (October 4) through FRIDAY (October 9). Obviously, if you could wear something PURPLE or K-STATE related that would be even better. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE INVITE ALL YOUR K-STATE FRIENDS.
DONT FORGET TO WEAR YOUR PURPLE BIG 12 SHIRTS TO THE GAME ON THURSDAY! GO CATS!!!!!!!!! BEAT NEBRASKA!!!!!!!!!
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Nebraska week is finally here! K-State fans have eagerly anticipated this matchup since last year's season ending loss in Lincoln culminated with the Huskers jump to the Big 10 this summer.
Bill Snyder enforces a 'No Red' policy throughout the Vanier Football Complex. Let's extend that policy this week and KEEP ALL RED OFF CAMPUS starting MONDAY (October 4) through FRIDAY (October 9). Obviously, if you could wear something PURPLE or K-STATE related that would be even better. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE INVITE ALL YOUR K-STATE FRIENDS.
DONT FORGET TO WEAR YOUR PURPLE BIG 12 SHIRTS TO THE GAME ON THURSDAY! GO CATS!!!!!!!!! BEAT NEBRASKA!!!!!!!!!
Huskers-Horns to be Televised on ABC @ 2:30
Lincoln - The Big 12 Conference and ABC/ESPN has announced that Nebraska's Oct. 16 game with Texas will be televised nationally on ABC, with kickoff for the contest set for 2:30 p.m. CDT.
The ABC coverage areas for the game will be determined next week. However, fans in most markets not receiving the contest on their local ABC affiliate will receive the game on ESPN-HD.
The Nebraska-Texas meeting will be the 10th between the two schools since the start of the Big 12 Conference in 1996, including three Big 12 title games. Of those 10 games, nine have been televised by ABC, with the lone exception the 2002 game in Lincoln. Six of the previous nine meetings between the teams have been decided by four or fewer points.
In addition to the Texas contest, Nebraska's Nov. 26 regular-season finale with Colorado will be televised to a national audience on ABC, with kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. Game times and television information for Nebraska's other remaining games will be announced six to 12 days in advance.
Other Big 12 games set for telecast on the week of Oct. 16 include: Kansas State at Kansas (Thursday, Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m., FSN), Missouri at Texas A&M (Oct. 16, FSN, 11 a.m.) and Iowa State at Oklahoma (6 p.m., FSN).
The ABC coverage areas for the game will be determined next week. However, fans in most markets not receiving the contest on their local ABC affiliate will receive the game on ESPN-HD.
The Nebraska-Texas meeting will be the 10th between the two schools since the start of the Big 12 Conference in 1996, including three Big 12 title games. Of those 10 games, nine have been televised by ABC, with the lone exception the 2002 game in Lincoln. Six of the previous nine meetings between the teams have been decided by four or fewer points.
In addition to the Texas contest, Nebraska's Nov. 26 regular-season finale with Colorado will be televised to a national audience on ABC, with kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. Game times and television information for Nebraska's other remaining games will be announced six to 12 days in advance.
Other Big 12 games set for telecast on the week of Oct. 16 include: Kansas State at Kansas (Thursday, Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m., FSN), Missouri at Texas A&M (Oct. 16, FSN, 11 a.m.) and Iowa State at Oklahoma (6 p.m., FSN).
Score Predictions - Kansas State
Enter your Score Predictions for this week's game in the comments section.
Previous Winners
Week 1: Denise - Off by 1 Point! - (Guess 50-10, Actual 49-10)
Week 2: Luke - Off by 1 Point! - (Guess 38-16, Actual 38-17)
Week 3: Denise - Off by 11 Points - (Guess 45-21, Actual 56-21)
Week 4: Kristin - Off by 31 Points - (Guess 41-10, Actual 17-3)
It was actually a 3 way tie but I decided (on the fly) that the tiebreaker will be whoever has the NU score the closest (and I'm playing favorites a little)
Previous Winners
Week 1: Denise - Off by 1 Point! - (Guess 50-10, Actual 49-10)
Week 2: Luke - Off by 1 Point! - (Guess 38-16, Actual 38-17)
Week 3: Denise - Off by 11 Points - (Guess 45-21, Actual 56-21)
Week 4: Kristin - Off by 31 Points - (Guess 41-10, Actual 17-3)
It was actually a 3 way tie but I decided (on the fly) that the tiebreaker will be whoever has the NU score the closest (and I'm playing favorites a little)
College Jersey Hipocrisy
-Daren Rovell
A.J. Green finally played on Saturday.
In his absence his Georgia Bulldogs went 1-3.
While Green has been apologetic for selling his Independence Bowl jersey to a person the NCAA terms an agent, which resulted in a four-game suspension, many haven’t been so gracious towards the NCAA’s hypocrisy.
For years, I’ve been saying to pay the players for their jersey sales. Well, if that’s not going to happen, at least we can stop colleges from selling the jerseys themselves.
Nebraska is selling every single jersey (158 of them!) that supposedly will be worn by its players on Oct. 16 against Texas. They’ve already put them up for auction and they’ll be raising thousands of dollars.
Just like the NCAA gets away with not paying the players by not putting the player’s name on the back of the jerseys, Nebraska says they will take the name off the back before sending it to the winning bidder.
Any collector knows that devalues the jersey and will result in a lower bid.
So why not be transparent in the best interest of Nebraska raising more money and the players being a part of it?
College football is a business. It’s absurd to pretend it’s not. Let's set up a structure to give players a piece of the merchandising action. It's not that hard.
Bid for yourself
http://www.huskers.com/sellnew/SellHome.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=100&_MODE_=AUCTION
A.J. Green finally played on Saturday.
In his absence his Georgia Bulldogs went 1-3.
While Green has been apologetic for selling his Independence Bowl jersey to a person the NCAA terms an agent, which resulted in a four-game suspension, many haven’t been so gracious towards the NCAA’s hypocrisy.
For years, I’ve been saying to pay the players for their jersey sales. Well, if that’s not going to happen, at least we can stop colleges from selling the jerseys themselves.
Nebraska is selling every single jersey (158 of them!) that supposedly will be worn by its players on Oct. 16 against Texas. They’ve already put them up for auction and they’ll be raising thousands of dollars.
Just like the NCAA gets away with not paying the players by not putting the player’s name on the back of the jerseys, Nebraska says they will take the name off the back before sending it to the winning bidder.
Any collector knows that devalues the jersey and will result in a lower bid.
So why not be transparent in the best interest of Nebraska raising more money and the players being a part of it?
College football is a business. It’s absurd to pretend it’s not. Let's set up a structure to give players a piece of the merchandising action. It's not that hard.
Bid for yourself
http://www.huskers.com/sellnew/SellHome.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=100&_MODE_=AUCTION
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