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BCS System Should Stay

2007-12-04T12:35:00.000-05:00

Some say the BCS system is a total mess. I say the BCS is perhaps the most under appreciate system in all of sports. Most will say that we need a playoff to determine the national champion of college football. I say bullshit; we already have a playoff system (the regular season) which makes watching college football every weekend exciting.

Take for example WVU just last weekend. How many college football fans (including Buckeye fans) would have tuned in to that game to watch WVU play Pitt? Furthermore, if we had a playoff system teams like WVU would not have to even show up on the last week of the season (going in to the game WVU, in a playoff system, would have been a solid #2 and even with the upset would have probably locked up the 7 or 8 spot). Where is the fun in that? So a team who completely gets shut down by a 4-7 Pitt team should be allowed in the playoffs? That makes no fucking sense.

If a playoff system is put in place every game will no longer matter as it does today. Would the OSU loss to Illi mattered as much as we first thought it would? Absofuckinglutely NOT. When OSU lost to Illi the Buckeyes dream season seemed over. With a playoff system Buckeye fans could really give to shits about 1 or 2 losses (especially if the playoff system allowed 2 at large teams). If that was the case rivalry games would cease to exist. Who cares if OSU lost to UM every year, fuck it, we could still get in the playoffs.

Next year, OSU stars a 2 year deal with USC. Now talk about a great match up; and only with the BCS system does it have huge national title implications. With a playoff system this would just be another game (you can do this with any team, Texas v OU, UM v ND (haha I know)). If OSU loses to USC they most likely will fall out of the national championship picture, unless they have major help from the teams ahead of them.

Think back to what has made watching your favorite college football team. To me it is that every game counts, ever single one. WVU found out the hard way, that if you take a week off, you're done. Now did OSU get very lucky this year, yes, but the other teams ahead of them did not show up.

Is the BCS perfect? Hell no. But does it make college football and every Saturday for 14-16 weeks fucking fantastic, hell yes.

Ohio State v The World

2007-12-03T07:50:00.000-05:00

Let the bashing commence! Between now and Jan 7th every major media outlet will be focusing on how OSU will have trouble matching up against another SEC team (and rightfully so). You will hear how OSU has never beaten an SEC team in a bowl game, how LSU is way too fast for OSU's Big Ten style defense, and how Florida blew the doors off of OSU last year.

This is exactly what OSU needs! Last year we (the fans and media) put OSU up on this pedestal and pegged them the national champions before the game even started. I felt that had an affect on the OSU players and fueled UF's fire. This match up already has the same feeling as the 2002 BCS Championship game against Miami. If you remember correctly, the media stated OSU did not even belong on the same field as Miami. Ohio State needs to be underdogs, they need to have the feeling that it is them against the world!

Finally, I firmly believe that Jim Tressel will not let himself be out coached like last year. Also, for everyone who feels college football needs a playoff system; we do, it's called the regular season.

And if you were wondering (which I'm sure your not) I'm finally back in action. For real this time. Go Bucks.

UF....FU

2007-04-06T00:07:00.000-04:00

Alright, I've heard enough bullshit from supposed (as of January) Florida fans about their football and basketball teams. Yes, you wiped the floor with us in both football and now basketball but at least Ohio doesn't look like this.

Yeah it's a stretch but...What the fuck else can I say. For us Ohio State fans don't even start demanding for Ohio State to play Florida in football on a regular basis, like this douche. It's not a rivalry if you get your shit handed to you.

It's Been Slow

2007-04-06T00:01:00.000-04:00

Just wanted to let everyone know that I'm still around and will be back in action soon. I've taken some time off from the Blog World to actually graduate college in 4 years. Furthermore, since the Buckeyes Spring Game is fast approaching it will be back to normal. But enough bullshit about this site. Just keep checking in and get ready for another football season!

To Rush or Not To Rush

2007-02-27T09:29:00.000-05:00

I usually don't post to much about college basketball (until March Madness begins) but I have been pondering this question for some time. When are fans of any particular D-I College team allowed to rush the floor (anything below D-I shouldn't even be considered a collegiate sport). So when are college students allowed to rush the court after ~~a big~~ any win? Let's take a closer look.

Do not even think about rushing the floor if you are a college student from the following conferences

America East
A-10
Atlantic Sun
Big Sky
Big South
Big West
Conference USA
Horizon League
MAC
Mid-Continent
Mountain West
Missouri Valley
Northeast
Ohio Valley
Patriot League
Southland
Southwestern Athletic
Sun Belt
Metro Atlantic
Western Athletic
Ivy League

These conferences should probably succeed from the NCAA and form intramural leagues at their respective campuses. Furthermore, students should not even bother showing up for these games anyway. When was the last time any one of these leagues took home the title? They should have snipers in the rafters ready to fire upon any student that rushes the court at these schools.

Do not rush the floor if:

Your school is the higher ranked team (that is just fucking stupid)
The other school is unranked
Your team is winning by more than 8 points
You have won the National Championship within the past 4 years
You are the #1 team in the nation (I'm talking to you Ohio State)
You are suppose to win the game
It is a conference game
You were in the Final Four the previous year
The team you are playing is ranked lower then 10 in the polls (even if you are unranked)
You have a student section with less than 1000 students
You don't have a student section
What's a student section?
The band is more into the game than you
There are more senior citizens at the game then students
You have a nationally recognized basketball program (UCLA, UF, UCONN, etc.)
ESPN is not at the game (sorry the country will not care)
There is no security at the game (they don't think you deserve to rush either)

Two OSU Students Facing Disciplinary Action?

2007-01-30T10:59:00.000-05:00

This has been covered by both The Cleveland Plain Dealer and The Wizzard of Odds. Remember back to the funny and exciting story of the two OSU students who ditched class, went west, and snuck into the BCS Title game? Of course you do. Well it seems that these two young men were recently notified by school officials that their presences is requested at a hearing with the Office of Judicial Affairs. Really? C'mon. Sounds like Ohio State just wants some money to help ease the pain of the brutal loss to Florida. It is possible that they could be expelled! And for what? Something that happens 2000 miles away? I wonder what OSU Officials would have done if Ohio State would have won the game? These two would have probably been legends of the school and even been put on the schools website or some shit like that. Let kids be kids. Is it really their fault they were able to sneak past security and get in the game? Total Bullshit to me. Your thoughts are welcomed.

Raven Riley, Huge Buckeye Fan.

2007-01-24T16:31:00.000-05:00

I sent this story in to the M-Zone so it could get some major publicity (seeing as this site gets as much traffic as a 90 year old women gets dick). Porn Star Raven Riley [NSFW], who grew up not far from Columbus, is a huge Buckeye fan. Apparently, she gave away a Florida Gator doll (which was used in one of her webcam shows) to a paying member. Well I guess we can retire the youtube Buckeye girl.

Also don't you think the Buckeyes maybe should hire her as part of their recruitment team. Who wouldn't want to come to OSU if she begged you to?

Early Big Ten Preview

2007-01-16T14:37:00.000-05:00

Although the season just ended and the Big Ten season ended 2 months ago, it is never to early to start looking towards next year. Here is the 22's Big Ten outlook for 2007.

Final Rankings 2007:

1. Wisconsin

2. Michigan

3. Ohio State

4.Penn State

5. Indiana

6. Iowa

7. Minnesota

8. Illinois

9. Michigan State

10. Purdue

11. Northwestern

Thoughts:

I feel that the any of the top 4 (Wisconsin, UM, OSU, PSU) could win the conference or finish 4th (none of these teams will finish out of the top 4 in the conference, although it may be a hard fought battle for 4th between OSU and PSU).

Wisconsin

SO why Wisconsin over Michigan (especially after Michigan beat Wisconsin)? The Badgers have Michigan at home this year (although they do travel to the Shoe). Furthermore, I just feel that the expectations will be to high at Michigan next year. I think Michigan will be this pasts years Wisconsin. PJ Hill will be able to match what Michigan has in M. Hart and although they must replace Stocco, Tyler Donovan could easily exceed expectations. Wisconsin will have one of the top defensive units in the nation next year, one that will be able to shut down nearly every team they face (yes, I'm talking to you Michigan and Ohio State). This defense will be scary good.

Michigan

Michigan comes into next year fully loaded on offense but missing a few key players on the defensive side of the ball. Look we all know teams like OSU, UM, USC, Texas, etc. Just reload so don't look to much into this argument. DO however look into the fact that Lloyd Carr will be squarely on the hot seat next season and anything less than a Big Ten Championship and BCS Title should just about send him out the door. Like I mentioned Michigan will have one of the most dominate offenses in the nation (as long as the USC game is not a prelude of things to come). I'm not taking anything away from Michigan (hell they could easily run away with the Big 10 crown next year) I just feel that Wisconsin is a more sound team on defense.

Ohio State

Oh where to begin? Ohio State comes into 2007 needing a total facelift on offense. The Buckeyes will have lost their four biggest threats (Ginn, Smith, Gonzo, Pittman) on the offensive side of the ball. Some might say that losing Troy Smith will be the hardest but I disagree the loss of all four will be equally hard. No team in the Big Ten will fear the Buckeyes on offense in 2007. The team's success will hinge on Chris Wells and the offensive line. Robiskie and Hartline will be the starting WR's (average at best). The defense will have to be the anchor of this team and they MUST improve over this years final two games. Defensively the Buckeye's should have a fairly stellar unit, but only time will tell.

Another Down...Six

2007-01-16T14:15:00.000-05:00

#6: Gonzo's leaping/diving TD catch v MSU.

Again, another play from the Michigan State game (another one is still to come). If you recall this is the play in the back of the endzone where Gonzo makes a leaping/diving catch and still has the skill and "where abouts" to get one of his feet inbounds. To me this exemplifies just how great of a receiver Gonzo has become. If I remember correctly the game was already out of hand at this point, but that doesn't really matter. The play was still in my top ten of the year.

Seven

2007-01-15T10:02:00.000-05:00

#7: Ted Ginn Jr. Punt Return v MSU

With 5:30 to go in the second quarter Ohio State seemed to be sleep walking through the Michigan State game (leading 10-0), but things would instantly change. MSU punted from deep in their endzone and in the direction of Ted Ginn Jr.. Ginn back peddled to make the catch and only had to make one defender miss. The brilliance of this play wasn't so much the play of Ted Ginn but rather the super human speed demonstrated by Teddy. Watching the replay of this play it is jaw dropping how quick TD Jr. Truly is. Furthermore, it was his only punt return of the year (I can remember how restless some of us fans were becoming because Ginn hadn't returned a punt or kickoff for a touchdown all year). This play seemed to wake Ohio State up and open the scoring "flood gates" on MSU. The number seven play of the year goes to Ted Ginn.

On a side note: Ted Ginn Jr. Is leaving early for the draft. Thanks for all you have done Ted.

Down to 8

2007-01-13T09:11:00.000-05:00

#8: Vernon Gholston Clothesline Tackle v Iowa

With around 6 minutes to go in the first quarter and the Buckeyes up by 7 the Hawkeyes lined up with receivers to the right and left and the running back in the backfield, a pass was possible. The snap came and Tate dropped back and handed the ball off. Vernon Gholston broke through the line with such force that he nearly ran past the running back with the ball. Gholston stuck out his huge (tree trunk like) arm and caught the RB with one freaking arm! This might be the single defensive play of the year. Although many have forgot about it, much respect has to go to Gholston. You would think this was the WWF.

Countdown

2007-01-12T10:49:00.000-05:00

Number 9: Troy Smith/Ted Ginn Touchdown v Texas

With the game tied at 7, Troy Smith and Co needed to put some points on the board before half time or the Longhorns would have the momentum they needed for the second half (and keep the fans into the game). What is so special about the entire drive, let alone the 29 yard touchdown pass, was the calm and collective attitude of the entire offense. With 1:27 on the clock Ohio State started at their own 34 yard line. This was perhaps the drive that put the nation on notice that Ohio State would not be easily rattled. Smith completed a few passes to Gonzo and Ginn before hitting Gonzo with a 24 strike with 22 seconds left on the clock. With great poise and about 22 seconds left on the clock Smith dropped back and instantly noticed single cover on Ginn to his left. Ginn blew right by the defender as Troy placed a perfect pass (which seemed to hang in the air for almost a minute) where only Ginn could catch it. The ball, seemingly placed in his arms, put the buckeyes on top 14-7 and ensured a victory over Texas and kept Buckeye Nations title hopes alive.

Top Ten Plays of The Year

2007-01-11T09:56:00.000-05:00

For the next ten days I will be unveiling my top ten plays of the year. Some of you may disagree on the order or even the plays themselves, but we all can agree this season was one to remember (minus Jan 8th (who hates having to mention that)). There are so many plays that I want to mention that it will be hard to just pick 10. But what the hell here goes nothing. Most of the photos are from the the-OZone.net and Jim Davidson.

Number 10: Troy Smith's dash to the endzone vs. Minnesota

Yes, this game was over before it started but it was perhaps the only time this year where we got to see the old Troy Smith of 2004 (run before pass). On this play Troy dropped back to pass and then decided to tuck the ball and head up field. The key to the play was the jock strap fake out that Troy gave to the linebacker. He literally leaves the defender looking for his j-strap on the field. The stutter step to the left and cutting back up field toward the endzone was incredible. Troy had other spectacular runs this year (the Bowling Green game) but this one shows his god given talents and plus he scored on the play.

Down...But Not Out.

2007-01-10T18:27:00.000-05:00

First I want to apologize for the little to no updating that has taken place on here since THE GAME. Well I just wanted to know how it felt to have such a long time off and then jump right back into the mix of things. Sort of what Ohio State had to do Monday (and what a hell of a job). Furthermore, I wish I could say I was busy changing the layout of the site or something else creative, but no. Something called college was all up on me and my attention drifted from the site.

Enough bullshit. I'm Back. But NO Better. Oh-well.

I, like numerous other buckeye fans will not be breaking down the National Championship Game. Why? There is nothing to break down. OSU was dominated in every facet of the game. Jim Tressel was out coached by Urban, but we still love you Jim. It wasn't even a game. But, you must say it was one hell of a year, a year that had us feeling on top of the world the entire season, a year truly started in Texas and ended in Columbus on Nov 18. I can't think of any other year that I felt that OSU was head and shoulders above the competition (minus Florida apparently). I felt honored to cheer this team on from game 1 in September up till the final seconds in Glendale. Yeah it was hard to watch Troy and the rest of the Buckeyes falter and lose the National Championship, and yes it would have been the best team in history of buckeye football, but C'mon what a ride it has been this year. Remember, there is always next September to look forward to.

Rest in Peace Bo Schembechler

2006-11-17T12:17:00.000-05:00

I think I may be the first to report this but, Bo Schembechler has just passed away. Mr. Schembechler represents the very best of Michigan and my thoughts are prayers are with his family and the Wolverine family.

God Bless

THE GAME: Break Down of Opposing Fan

2006-11-17T07:57:00.000-05:00

So tomorrow is The Game and today we need to look at the opposing fans. This picture on the surface looks like it contains 3 tools. Yet, if you investigate the picture closer, like a where's Waldo, then you will find some amusing things.

1. OK, dude we get it. You are so hippy. You have a hemp belt on and want to show all the ladies how you are so into drugs. Or are you just trying to prove to everyone around you that you have a belt on?

2. Are you playing today? No? Then why the fuck do you have Under Armor on? CLICK CLACK, RIGHT?..... WRONG? You already looked like a tool but now you really are a douchebag. If you are going to come to a game with this shit on you should be stabbed. There, see if that Armor will stop a buoy knife. Oh you're bleeding? Sorry...CLICK CLACK.

3. Hey guys make sure we get our beers in the picture. Oh Shit, is that a cop?! WOW, that was close; Billy you watch for cops while we take this picture. Oh wait..is that another one? Shit he might be undercover...I heard they do that here...Man I'm to nervous to be drinking...Lets just take this picture quick and tell everyone how drunk we were at the game. Jesus, we are so cool, I mean we all look 13 and are actually 14 and have these beers in our hands. Kelly will never believe me. I better get a picture! God, I can't stand these three. They actually raise their hands high enough to ensure their Bud Lights get into the picture.

4. Fuck getting this beer in the picture, I need to get my Family Dollar "Gold Chain" up in this. Hold on fucker don't take the picture, let me pull my chain out. It's so heavy...Why is it leaving a green mark around my neck? Yeah, Ya'll be jockin me for this later. First, off nothing looks more "White Trash" than when you pull out a fake gold chain for a picture.

5. Tom and I have matching gold chains. My girl back home bought it for me. I love you babe! I wish you could be hear Samantha! What did I just say before. Put that bullshit away, it doesn't make you look rich or thug life. It makes you look cheap and trashy.

6. Are my ears too big? I am way over sensitive about my ears dude. I think The Shoe might be too loud today for my huge ears. I hope I don't block anyones view of the game today. Do you have any ear plugs? I knew I should or got that surgery.

7. Wait...Wait...Let me put my hoody up and put this douchebag look on my face. God, I'm so fucking cool...It looks like I don't give a damn about life and this hoody represents my thug life background. No...No...It's not raining or snowing I just put my hoody up because I want to hide my tattoo I have on my neck that is in Chinese and I have no clue what it means (tool). Or I want to hide the Hickey I got from a 10 year old girl last night.

8. Tom...Tom..you didn't just take the picture did you? Hold on my let me get my cell phone in the picture! I want to show people how cool and popular I am. Wait...it's on silent!. Let me makes this painfully clear. Put your fucking cellphone away. Everyone...including that 90 year old lady in the background has a cellphone these days. You aren't cool or original.

9. Dude check out my cubic zirconiums. I bet everyone thinks they are real diamonds. But I really got them for 3 dollars at WalMart.

10. How cool is it we bought these shirts. Good thing our moms didn't find them before we left! How pissed would they have been! What we just lost? Man, Oh well Ohio State can still suck our balls!! YEAH!!

IU's James Hardy Picking OSU: Not That It Matters

2006-11-15T23:52:00.000-05:00

Following Taken From [Wizard of Odds]:

Mike Hlas, Cedar Rapids Gazette: The Hlist. Indiana receiver James Hardy picks Ohio State to beat Michigan. "They're stronger and they're faster. When they hit you, they try to hurt you." Subscription, so story is in comments.

The Game: Day After Tuesday...WOLVIE UP?

2006-11-15T08:07:00.000-05:00

As THE GAME approaches, the more crying I continue to hear from Michigan fan. But it has come to my attention that the only argument they can make (not even about the game) is about the fans. Now, I wonder why Michigan fan doesn't talk about the game but only focuses on the rowdy nature of the Buckeye fans? M-Zone and every other Michigan fan can write all they want about how they are going to be treated. They complain about the abusive nature of Columbus and how they are worried about beer bottles being thrown at them. I wonder how many of these stories are true and how many are total bullshit? Like I have said I don't condone violence and it is a shame that any fan of any sports team acts out. But come on Michigan fan is that all you can talk about. You are bringing THE GAME down. You haven't focused one once of your intelligence on the actual football game. You love to complain, I get it. You think that all you Michigan fans are God's gift to the world and you are the most polite fans in the world.

Well I found a couple instances where Michigan Fan hasn't been so "nice".

This is from [IrishBlueandGold]:

Now for the bad�?�
I would expect this to come from students who traditionally hate Notre Dame - in the south. But, the things I heard from Michigan students reminded me of how things have not really changed. Remember, it was Michigan and Ohio State, I believe in the 1920s, who kept Notre Dame out of the Big Ten due to its�?? Catholicism.
Sure, everyone chants, �??overrated�??. Even the �??Quinn for Heisman�??, sarcastic cheer was tolerable. But, there were also several students chanting, �??F**k the
Irish!�?? and F**k Touchdown Jesus�?? as well as downright racist remarks about the
Irish (the race, not the team!).

Next up we have a College GameDay situation [Michigan Daily]:

The crew returns to Ann Arbor, where all three commentators said they were
verbally and physically abused by rowdy and rude Michigan fans. Herbstreit is a
former Ohio State quarterback and Corso coached at Indiana.

And this is just funny [Urban Dictionary]:

Essentially the preppy assholes of the Big Ten, they have some of the laziest
and most uninspired fans in all of college sports. One gets the sense that there
would be no such thing as a Michigan fan if the state of Michigan wasn't so
intensely boring. Their football stadium is atrocious, and literally
stinks.
"But.. but.. but we've won 11, I mean 13, I mean 16 national
championships!! By our count, anyways."

Finally, what the hell is WOLVIE UP? [Urban Dictionary]

Wolvie
Up

3 up, 6 down

A saying or
chant that over-zealous University of Michigan fans say. The fan(s) is(are)
disilusioned into thinking that it is a cool thing to say, when in fact it is
not. It's gay...dont say it.Hey dude, lets go to a gay bar and Wolvie Up!!

Oh no Michigan Fan.....We just found out your secret slang...Wolvie UP? Give me a break.

Picture of the Day: Michigan Whale

2006-11-14T20:32:00.000-05:00

The Following Comparison is from [CollegeHumor]

Current BCS Average:
Michigan: .9735
Ohio State: .9765
The Edge:
Ohio State. That .003 margin is thinner than Tressel's sweater vest.

Head to Head Victories:
Michigan: 57
Ohio State: 39
The
Edge: Michigan. Though most of those Wolverine victories came before the advent
of the forward pass.

Most Lopsided Victory in Series:
Michigan: 86-0
over Ohio State in 1902
Ohio State: 50-14 over Michigan in 1968.
The
Edge: Ohio State. Adjusting for inflation, that 1902 score is more like 13-0.

CollegeHumor Power Rankings:
Michigan: 10th
Ohio State: 49th
The Edge: Michigan. Three acapella groups at Ohio State? That's not gonna
help anybody.

Players You'd draft today in your NFL Fantasy Keeper
League if it were legal:
Michigan: Hart and Manningham
Ohio State: Troy
Smith, Antonio Pittman, Ted Ginn Jr.
The Edge: Ohio State. Now if you could
only figure out who to drop. (Hint:
Mark Brunell)

Mascot:
Wolverine: A solitary, muscular, carnivorous North American Mammal.
Buckeye: The brown nut of a tree or shrub
The Edge: Michigan. Frankly
we're surprised Ohio State hasn't changed its mascot yet.

TOTAL SCORE:
Ohio State 3 - Michigan 3
Prediction: We don't condone gambling, but if you
are planning on making things interesting, we'd suggest betting the farm on: One
Great Football Game!

The Game: The Day After Monday

2006-11-14T11:08:00.000-05:00

Well this is what we've all been waiting for, Michigan v Ohio State. Now let me make one thing clear, I am not here to break down which team has an advantage in one position versus another. God, that would be mind numbingly boring. The 22 will however talk about the Michigan and all things Michigan not pertaining to the on field action. I don't think I really need to. Since when can Chad Henne win big games, don't give me Penn State this year? It seems to me he is more into his wine coolers than beating Ohio State [Drunk Athletes].

Anyway, let me first bring to your attention to the University of Michigan Dean who has warned students to be extremely careful when traveling to Columbus (Jesus Chirst they make it seem as though the ~~students~~ douchebags are traveling to Iraq). What is it with Michigan, they seem like the over protective mother who never let there kids go out in high school. Grow up! Wow you might have a lawn chair thrown through your skull, big deal. Or, Oh no my 1986 Geo Metro just got a metal rod jammed through the roof. I can't stand having to put up with all the whining for the entire week when they come to Columbus. If you are that worried, do not make the god damn trip. This isn't to say I condone violence from fans in anyway. I'm just saying you make it sound like Ohio State fans are savage beasts and Michigan fans are the upstanding citizens that help build this nation into the powerhouse it is.

A number of readers alerted us to the email below which Michigan students
received yesterday from university officials. It starts off telling folks
about an alumni association pre-game tailgate in Columbus before the game.
But the bulk of the letter detailing "safety precautions" for Michigan fans
going to the game gives an indication of how bad things have been for
Wolverine fans in Columbus in the past. Here's what we're talking about...
We know that it can be uncomfortable being in an opposing team's environment,
especially when the stakes are so high. We would like to offer a few suggestions
in order to help you stay safe and have a positive experience this weekend:--Try
carpooling to the game; if possible, drive a car with non- Michigan license
plates.--Keep your Michigan gear to a minimum, or wait until you are inside the
stadium to display it.--Stay with a group.--Know and obey the laws regarding alcohol use.--If you are of legal age to drink, use alcohol in moderation. Stay
in the blue.--Stay low-key; don't draw unnecessary attention to yourself.--If
verbally harrassed by opposing fans, don't take the bait.--Avoid High Street in
Columbus. If at any time you feel unsafe, you should call 9-1-1 for
assistance. U-M campus police also will be available in Columbus to support our
fans. You may call them with non-emergency concerns at (734) 216-9159.We look
forward to a tremendous game on Saturday. Let's help the Wolverines win with
spirit and class.
Go Blue!
Sue Eklund, Associate Vice President and Dean of
StudentsSteve Grafton,
President, Alumni AssociationNicole Stallings, MSA
President

First I would like to make the point that the Dean of Michigan spelled the word *Harassed as Harrassed*. WoW great educational system we have working there.

Taken from [M-Zone] because we didn't get the same email.

The atmosphere for the game will be the most electric it has ever been in Columbus and I can

only hope that both team's fans can act mature and respect the game and eachother. Let's not tarnish something that could go down in history as the greatest game ever.

On a final note I found this picture of a ~~terrorist~~ student from last years game. I really don't get this joke. Wow Michigan fans ar so original and crazy. I'm suprised he isn't hold up a pair of those damn keys or an explosive device, what a stupid tradition.

That's great but while you're holding up a sign that makes fun of Jim Tressel, ladies at OSU have a better taunt. But I guess you're right that fat chicks sign is way better. Tool.

Goodbye Big East

2006-11-10T00:02:00.000-05:00

Well that didn't last long. No more talk of how good Louisville is.

What To Watch Tonight

2006-11-09T19:38:00.000-05:00

Wow it's Thursday night and the only decision is what to watch (because you already have your drink in your hand I hope)? Now you could be like the other 3 people in the nation and tune in to that Division I-AA game on ESPN, Louisville v. Rutgers. Oh you haven't heard of it? Yeah, me neither until I just happened upon it after a commercial on Home and Garden. You couldn't pay me to watch that, more like torture if you ask me (and by torture I mean literally taking a god damn ice pick and jabbing it in your eye).

You better be tuning in to see The Office on NBC (sound like a damn commercial). Here is a nice mashup of "Sexy Back" featuring The Office. Enjoy or Else?

ESPN in Trouble?

2006-11-09T07:07:00.000-05:00

So only one more week of waiting (that is if both Michigan and Ohio State can seem to get their acts together). But wouldn't it be the most entertaining situation the recent history if one, or both (Ohio State, Michigan) lost this weekend. ESPN and everything associated with the network might have a meltdown. I'm serious they have been talking The Game up since Michigan beat Notre Dame. Stewart Scott might rip out his slanted, lazy, eye and punch Scott Van Pelt in the ear drum, while eating Linda Cohns heart. What would ESPN talk about all next week? What would the "experts" such as Marbles in My's Mouthssss Lou Holtz, who covers me in spit every time he talks, have to analyze. I could actually see everyone at ESPN taking a cyanide tablet so they wouldn't have to go on air and actually come up with some original pieces. I mean if we are building up the Louisville v Rutgers game this much, I can't wait for next week. So basically someone lose this weekend please. By the way, if you have to legitimize the Big East being in the BCS Title Game, don't you think there is a problem?

By the looks of it ESPN has already started to try and stir up controversy, kill me now!

With regard to ESPNU, Sports Illustrated made this funny little jab:

Michigan
Wolverines

(10-0)So, there was an explanation for Saturday's
near-collapse
against Ball State, which was seen only by the 110,000 in
attendance and the 110
who get ESPNU: Lloyd Carr emptied his bench too soon.
Still, my
Maize-and-Blue-bleeding editor has yet to get his heartbeat back
to normal. Next
game: Saturday at Indiana.

No Bottled Beer For You!

2006-11-07T17:41:00.000-05:00

Apparently nobody will be able to enjoy their favorite beverages in glass bottles for the OSU v Michigan game. Now, how the hell am I going to be able to bust some old lady over the head with a plastic bottle and proceed to dance on her? Ok so I'm joking and by joking I mean I'll just use a piece sheet metal.. Since when was glass considered dangerous? Plastic destroys our planet. So basically, these people hate Earth and that isn't cool. I love Earth and I love glass. I think the best use for glass I have ever seen was in Blood Sport where Van Damme dips his hands into that sticky stuff and then into broken glass. What a badass. When I get home you know what I'm doing.

Enjoy this classic Van Damme moment...

Now back to the Buckeyes...but you know you still love Blood Sport.

Following taken from sportsrx.blog:

Prepping for what could be a national title deciding game vs. Michigan in a
little less than two weeks. Columbus is preparing their United Dairy Farmers
stores by only selling canned beer at their stores near The Ohio State
University campus. Three convenience stores near the Ohio State University
campus have agreed to stop selling domestic beer in glass bottles through the
end of the school year, at the university's request."Our students drink cheap
beer, so the foreign beers are not a problem," he said. "You never see those
bottles in the neighborhood." "Beer bottles are lethal weapons when thrown
empty, and cans don't hurt you, empty," Young said. Really, not one?, that's
let's see some data to back that up. Isn't that like saying that rich people
only drink fine wine or the best scotch in the world? It is a known fact that
college students drink Busch Light and Natural Light, but we're sure there are
some kids out there with "silver spoons" at The Ohio State University who do
choose to drink some quality beers. I guess they'll have to go away from campus
to buy their beers. We feel bad for the hippies, that love their dank beers out
of the bottles too.It's well known that when the Buckeyes have beaten Michigan
in the past it's been complete chaos on and near campus. We wouldn't expect
things to change too much if they win their next two vs. Northwestern and
Michigan.

Our Favorite Top 25..And Another Post Goes Missing.

2006-11-07T00:11:00.000-05:00

Here is the always great CollegeHumor Top 25 for week 11. Check it now before this damn post dissapears too. No new news today...maybe tomorrow...but let's not get ahead of ourselves.