Rich Rodriguez wants to sell you a car. "Show me the bread, I'll run the spread." Leave it to the Eers to be creative like that (and copy Oklahomans).
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Showing posts with label Rich Rodriguez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rich Rodriguez. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
THE NICKELODEON: RICH RODRIGUEZ CAR DEALER AD
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
THROWING KNIVES: WHEN A COACH LEAVES
by BD, Staff Writer
I'm not sure about the rest of you, but I know whenever one of the coaches of my teams leaves for a better opportunity I fall into a Dark Defender-like mode. I spend the subsequent days scouring the Internet for his address, phone number and anything else that might help me come in direct contact with him. It also doesn't hurt to post all the information about his family members on team message boards and encourage my fellow fans to threaten them. The coach though, will be getting far more than a threat.
None of the above is true of course. In large part because I'm an adult and my happiness doesn't in any way hinge on the success of my favorite athletic teams. When the Gators fell to Michigan I merely shrugged and began sifting through countless text messages from my friends here in the Great Lakes State.
The above would be completely unacceptable if I lived in West Virginia. (Something I can't foresee unless I get my teeth knocked out.) In West Virginia they tend to celebrate the wins by burning couches. (Bubbles wouldn't be pleased.) The losses? How about sending a few death threats to whichever player you feel cost you the game. Even better, let's threaten the guy who's responsible for our success. The guy who put us back on the map and made West Virginia the place to see exciting offenses and bad teeth, rather than just bad teeth.
It really makes you wonder. What the hell is in the water down in Morgantown? I could take another shot at their teeth and claim sugar here, but I don't think it's needed. Rather I'd like to hear from the WVU faithful who spend their lunch break at McDonald's vandalizing players' cars. Those who stop by Rich Rodriguez's house on the way home to destroy his mailbox. What really is your motivation? Can it really be that personally upsetting that Rich Rodriguez left town? Or that you lost to Pitt?
I wouldn't think so, but given that the 'Eers are your only local team I'm not surprised. I've heard that you southern folk tend to take things a bit too far when it comes to your teams. I, for one, just don't understand. As at no point did I ever think of physically harming Steve Spurrier when he jumped to the NFL a few years back. You have to understand these guys are just doing what best for their career, whether you believe it or not. Staying in the shit hole that is West Virginia usually won't be their final destination.
Quick Hit: Joe Gibbs Retires
Given the deep pockets off Daniel Snyder and the makeup of the team I'd imagine the 'Skins have the best chance to lure a big name. Obviously it won't be Marty, but can Cowher really say no to Washington? We'll see.
Highlight O' The Day: The Embarrassment Continues In Chicago
Friday, January 4, 2008
DEAR COACH ROD
by Simon, SimonOnSports
Dear Coach Rod,
Hi coach. I'm a sane calm non-couch-burning well educated West Virginia fan, meaning I don't actually exist, and I would like to thank you for all you have done for our program over the course of your career here.
A sane fan like me understands the circumstances. We in West Virginia don't have the most cash or the best recruiting grounds and it would have been tough for us to dedicate enough resources to equal the biggest programs in the country year in and year out. You had to do what you had to do. It was a rough time to leave having choked away a chance at a title, but it's not like it was 100% your fault. I mean Pat White did pussy out of the majority of the game because his thumb hurt. He gets hurt in every game we lose.
I just want to say that I am thankful for what you've given this program during your seven years. You had the highest winning percentage for a coach in the past century. Better than Coach Nehlen or Bobby Bowden. You gave us 4 Shares of the Big East title when Coach Nehlen only gave us one. You provided us with teams who were talented enough to win two BCS games in three years. We've played on a New Years day bowl or better each of the last five seasons. How many programs can say that? You did a wonderful job and you made all of the state proud.
It's time for everyone to move on and be happy with where we are at. You'll get yourself and your assistants more money at Michigan, you'll be able to get 4 and 5 star recruits to run your spread instead of searching for hidden gems like Pat White and we will continue to dominate the Big East in the near future and will again contend for a potential national title next season. And now we are in good hands with Coach Stew a purebread backwoods West Virginian who will be able to sell the school with Country Roads charm.
So again thanks for the past seven years Coach Rod, thanks for putting West Virginia in the position of a national power. Ok now I'm going fool around with my cousin as we've got some inbred future Mountaineers to make.
Non Couch Burning West Virginian
Thursday, December 20, 2007
DOC BROWN'S IMMINENT LUMINARIES: TERRELLE PRYOR
by Rupert, Ghosts of Wayne Fontes
The one and only Doctor Emmett Brown has joined the Epic Carnival team to provide insight on some of the great sports stars of the future. Having placated all potential problems in Hill Valley, he has turned his attention to sports. He has seen that the future has to offer and is here to give us a sneak peak. Brown is going to drop by from time to time and show us a variety of some stars you might not have heard of yet, but certainly will. These are some of the heavy hitters in high school sports today who are sure to make an impact on the college scene before long.
"There's that word again; 'heavy.' Why are things so heavy in the future? Is there a problem with the earth's gravitational pull?"
In the most obvious selection of all time, this week's featured luminary is again the number one recruit in his respective sport, Terrelle Pryor. Why so obvious you ask? Well, we try to not to bias around here, but this column is brought to you from a blue-blooded Michigan fan. I can't help but get excited from time to time and this is one of those times. Unless you have been smoking opium in a den that sells Gucci purses under the N-Q-R-W subway line for the past week, you heard Rich Rodriguez took over at Michigan and may have brought a certain star quarterback in his wake. Terrelle Pryor is the dreamboat that Rodriguez wants to help spread out his offensive unit.
Name: Terrelle Pryor
Position: QB /occasionally also listed as Athlete
Vitals: 6'6" (Insane, I know), 235 pounds (ditto), 4.4 40-yard time
Ranking: Rivals 5 stars / Scout 5 stars
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Strengths: Pryor is a phenomenal specimen in every sense of the game. He's quick; he's fast; he's athletic; he's competitive; he has a great arm; and he's a winner. He led his Jeanette, PA team to a state title and a 16-0 season under intense scrutiny and immense pressure. The Vince Young comparison are rampant and well warranted. He is a threat to burst out of the pocket with blazing speed and jumping bean quickness. His arm is very good also and he throws a very accurate ball, especially for a high school QB who is known for his making plays with his feet. The spread offense was made for Terrelle Pryor.
Stats/Accolades: My favorite stat is the fact that Pryor led his team to 14 mercy rules in 16 games. In his senior season he ran and passed for over 1,900 yards - each, not total. He was nominated to play in the Army All-America bowl. Finally, he is the #1 rated overall recruit, quarterback, and scrambler in the 2008 recruiting class. Pryor already has a dedicated fan site with a wealth of data if you just cannot get enough of him.
Criticisms: The challenge for Pryor is more related to dealing with the hype. There isn't much on the field he cannot do. He will have a tough job cut out for him emotionally, which will be no easy feat for a freshman. He's likely to oust a highly regarded starter (possibly Ryan Mallett), have a tough role to prove his leadership ability to the upper classman, and face ridiculous media coverage from day one. According to Scout, he needs to work on his 3 point game, finishing and ball handling. I guess they aren't too worried about his footwork behind center, but whoever lands Pryor may have to worry about those ankles on the court throughout basketball season.
Interesting Factoid: Pryor allegedly has a lot of influence over a couple of The Ohio State University's top recruits as well. Notably, if Pryor goes to Michigan, there is speculation that his buddies - a couple of OSU top commits - may follow. I believe 5-star center, Michael Brewster is the top concern involved in these rumors as the two are good friends. Somewhere, Tressel is drunk and wearing Uggs. Pryor is also a highly recruited small forward in basketball.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
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