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Ketch's 10 Thoughts From the Weekend (Pulling a play from the Mack Brown playbook...)

I don't understand why people simply can't compartmentalize different subjects.

Regardless of whether I agree or disagree on a subject, even if its political, even if I vehemently disagree with your assertion, I can leave it at that and move on to the next subject without acrimony.

It surprises me that so many can't/won't do that. It's been eye opening to say the least.
Thank you. Most people still don't get the point. That crap doesn't belong in a football stadium or any other sports stadium. People come to the games to get away from that stuff. TV and the other types of media are more to blame than anyone.
 
Being, I can only assume, the only literal resident Iowan on Orangebloods, I can tell you that the Hawkeye/Nittany Lion game was heartbreaking to the fans up here, not only because Hawkeyes always feel as if they're being snubbed (Gameday in NYC and not Iowa City), but also because they actually have a history of knocking off big opponents here (ask Harbaugh.)

But enough about them... Who's coming to Ames and where are we meeting for pre and post game beers?

Ketch, if you aren't using your media creds, can I get them? I worked for the UT SID office back in the day, I'm credible. I'll get you some great "Hot off the presses" quotes.
when did you work in the SID?
 
F the Eagles.

Awe...there's s the Ketch we all have grown to love. Funny you talk about all the other teams and leave them out pretty much of all conversations. You provide analysis and talking points on all other teams. F the Cowgirls right back at ya!
 
I agree, and it's not going to happen, sadly.

Major League Baseball isn't exactly sprinting towards the finish, is it?

I don't think you've been watching Boston and New York winning a lot of games to vie for the AL East -- VERY sprint-like, to me. I'm biased towards my beloved Sawx, but dang, how can MLB not have them schedule the Red Sox and Yankees late in September?

Always enjoy this column. Thanx!

Hook 'em!!!
Isn't the closest division race 5.5 games? That's the closest.
 
@Ketchum good write up. Would it be possible to have a weekly column that addressed the overall Big 12 play from the weekend before? It wouldn't be something year round, but 9 paragraphs discussing the other 9 teams or even just 5 to discuss the best of the weekend.
I'll start something next week.
 
Awe...there's s the Ketch we all have grown to love. Funny you talk about all the other teams and leave them out pretty much of all conversations. You provide analysis and talking points on all other teams. F the Cowgirls right back at ya!
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@Ketchum How long a leash do you think Shane has? It's pretty much assumed he'll be the starter, but if he struggles does Sam come in or do they let Shane ride it out?
 
There was way too much noise about the sexual assault issues at Vanderbilt for Texas to have hired Franklin. But he's done a hell of a job.

Bill Powers wanted to make an affirmative action hire that would please the left-wingers at UT. He could've chosen to either ignore Mack and let BMDs continue with Saban, or make a run at Gary Patterson.
 
@Ketchum How long a leash do you think Shane has? It's pretty much assumed he'll be the starter, but if he struggles does Sam come in or do they let Shane ride it out?
I think it remains to be seen. What happens is it's 14-0 on Thursday night and the offense can't out points on the board?

I think Herman has to feel his way through this.
 
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Anyone is beatable in the big xii which regressed to mean, especially with all of OU injuries to secondary

Previous opponents didn't do much for UT power rankings this weekend:

Utah State 61 to 10 over San Jose Sate. Maryland manhandled by U of Central Florida. USC had trouble with Cal but was saved by their D once again.
 
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I certainly hope Herman borrows from another coach's playbook when it comes to the OU game.
 
If not for a boneheaded offensive call in the 4th qtr Okie State had a really good chance to beat TCU. TCU was hanging on for dear life for a long stretch in the 4th qtr.
 
In three games this season, the Iowa State offense has scored 42, 41 and 42 points, with 41 of those coming against the same Iowa defense that held Penn State in check for a lot of Saturday night.
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It seems like when this method of comparing matchup results with opponents is used by fans to Texas favor it is discounted as something that isn't usable. Yet its ok to use it when it looks unfavorable to Texas.

Why not just say Iowa State has been impressive on offense so far.
 
1) I am impressed neither of todays columns went political.

2) He needs to make a bowl this year. Thats progress.
1) I have my beliefs, but right now I just see two sides screaming at each other. It's exhausting. Instead, I've decided to support the causes I believe in and leave it there.

2) Six wins is technically progress, but I can't imagine many fans will be happy with that record.
 
1) I have my beliefs, but right now I just see two sides screaming at each other. It's exhausting. Instead, I've decided to support the causes I believe in and leave it there.

2) Six wins is technically progress, but I can't imagine many fans will be happy with that record.

Im well aware of your position on cops and your political leanings, same as Ketchums. With that said I appreciate your efforts and his to try and give us all at least one place to not have the madness.

Happy? No but can we complain? No, I don't think we can.
 
In three games this season, the Iowa State offense has scored 42, 41 and 42 points, with 41 of those coming against the same Iowa defense that held Penn State in check for a lot of Saturday night.
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It seems like when this method of comparing matchup results with opponents is used by fans to Texas favor it is discounted as something that isn't usable. Yet its ok to use it when it looks unfavorable to Texas.

Why not just say Iowa State has been impressive on offense so far.
I don't really understand the point your making. I'm not aware I have an inconsistency when it comes to this.
 
both, kinda...little whispers. Nothing concrete.

Varys? That you?

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I don't really understand the point your making. I'm not aware I have an inconsistency when it comes to this.
Maybe not you. But it isn't uncommon on here for someone to post something using the Team a vs Team b as it relates to Texas vs one of those teams, and have it shot full of holes when the correlation attempts to show Texas in a positive way.

Most likely, I just got up in a bad mood this morning.
 
Im well aware of your position on cops and your political leanings, same as Ketchums. With that said I appreciate your efforts and his to try and give us all at least one place to not have the madness.

Happy? No but can we complain? No, I don't think we can.
Let's see what happens after Iowa State. I think that will determine the complaint level.
 
I am with you on the Texans. For the first time, I see a real ray of sunshine. DSW is special. If the Texans could get a couple of decent o-tackles they would be legit contenders.........finally, after quite some time, my 2 favorite teams have some sparkle and a real chance at quality........thank you Jesus for small favors!
 
right on. Did we work together in the SID office?
I honestly don't remember. There were two incredibly hot girls that worked there then and I was usually just paying attention to them. I'm shallow like a kiddie pool.

I'm sure our paths crossed quite a bit though.
 
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