Texas 35 Kansas 7 Postgame Celebration Thread
by Peter Bean on Nov 15, 2008 3:06 PM CST
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PrintAnalysis later... This is your postgame celebration thread.
Human voters, we kindly note This. And... Um, This.
Thanks. Hook 'em.
One more thing, BONizens: Nothing against Blake Gideon, but I saw enough from Christian Scott in one half to wonder whether Thomas/Scott isn't the winning safety combo. Your thoughts?
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Yes
And I’ll relay this to the computers in binary.
by goingforthecorner on Nov 15, 2008 3:07 PM CST reply actions
And don't forget
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 15, 2008 3:08 PM CST reply actions
Running up the score
Don’t forget that Leach admitted after that game that he ran up the score. Something that Mack very easily could have done today, but he has more class.
I'd say two
One on Colt’s last drive, one on the drive Chiles was in for. But point taken. Our offense wasn’t clicking on all cylinders yesterday. That being said, we still demolished a team that was able to score at will against OU in the first half. We would have had a shutout if not for the amazing circus catch that’s going to end up on ESPN’s Top 10 plays today. Given the slate of early games (PSU and OSU both rolling early in their games) let’s hope lots of voters switched over to the Texas game in time to see that last goal-line stand.
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 16, 2008 3:08 AM CST up reply actions
Yes I'm celebrating...
… but I’m also worried.
Worried about Blake Gideon.
Worried about Brian Orakpo.
Worried about Malcolm Williams disappearing after his one big catch.
Worried about the running game.
Worried that Mack won’t let us put up 65 on the Aggies.
But most of all…. I’m THANKFUL.
Let’s all enjoy our Turkey folks. This is truly a special season.
Travel safely.
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 15, 2008 3:14 PM CST reply actions
I feel ya, PHF
But of all those, I’m only worried about the running game. Orakpo was ready to go, but wasn’t needed. Gideon just got his bell rung; there was no need for him to go back out there. And Scott filled in nicely anyway. We have 12 days to rest (finally!!) before our next game. Should be near full strength then.
The bye week can't come sooner
Goodness, we’re banged up. That’s what makes this performance all the more impressive. We clearly show the toll that our schedule has brought and we still came out and whipped Kansas silly. The voters should take into account.
Gideon looks like he’ll be fine with a week off. It was scary but very encouraging to see him walking. I think Orakpo and Williams will be fine.
As far as our running game, it has shown flashes of good stuff. I think Davis is being way too impatient with it. He runs a few times, and if it doesn’t pick up good yardage, he goes away from it for a while.
But Mcgee is looking better, Chris O. is still there, and Whittaker is still warming up. I’d prefer that Colt not have so many carries, but I’m optimistic about the run game.
by TheElusiveShadow on Nov 15, 2008 3:18 PM CST up reply actions
Smelley
Can he outplay J. Lee from last week? He is certainly trying.
Let's
just think of it as rooting against Tech next week
OK....
F*CK the Cocks. Thanks for nothing
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
Someone put Astro-Glide on these Cocks' balls...
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
Ol' ball-coach my ass
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
Why is there a #3 next to Florida
Why would CBS use any ranking system other than the BCS rankings?
by goingforthecorner on Nov 15, 2008 3:18 PM CST reply actions
CBS bolstering the SEC
Space for rent.
by Brian.HalcYoN on Nov 15, 2008 3:20 PM CST up reply actions
The Cocks have bit off more than they can swallow
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
MB gave special profs
to Snow and C. Scott in postgame interview. These guys played lights out. Greatness is coming so get your popcorn ready.
Besides that dropped pick
Scott was awesome. I loved how he challenged the KU runningback the very next play after Gideon was knocked out. I love that kind of toughness. Knocked the big guy backwards to send a message that he shouldn’t be too proud of himself.
by TheElusiveShadow on Nov 15, 2008 3:21 PM CST up reply actions
Nah, I'm done with the cock jokes.
They’re becoming harder to swallow…
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
by GAHorn on Nov 15, 2008 3:21 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
These Cocks are withered and useless
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
Gators have bit off the Cocks and spit them out
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
Maybe no 70, but the gators may 69 the Cocks
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 3:22 PM CST up reply actions
seems obvious now
how’d I miss that?
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
foreplay always gets overlooked
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 3:24 PM CST up reply actions
That kickoff pass
took me back to a Houston Oiler “Stagger Lee” play against the Broncos. Painful memory.
Tebow
I think Tebow could end up winning the Heismann pretty easily. He is going to be #2 or #3 on almost every ballot. Meanwhile, the big 12 players could each be ranked anywhere from #1 to #5. If the variance is great enough, Tebow could slip in.
Someone needs to tell the Cocks
that it’s a game of inches.
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
Doesn't anybody understand shrinkage?
Space for rent.
by Brian.HalcYoN on Nov 15, 2008 3:23 PM CST up reply actions
somebody
need to tell the head ball coach that he’s not the genius he thinks he is
how sad
their big rivalry game isn’t even on TV?
by littlevisigoth on Nov 15, 2008 3:27 PM CST up reply actions
Their "other" rivalry game @Iowa State wasn't on TV either.
Nor was their 1939 National Championship win.
Cocks,
like Mangino, like butter and male syrup
The Cocks got it from behind
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
Smelly sacked!!!!!!
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
well, this is a lost cause.
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
I'm just waiting
for Spurrier to throw his visor. Then I’ll change it.
Even the tight ends are giving the Cocks troubles
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
The Cocks just can't get any penetration.
HI-O!
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
tag team, high-five
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 3:31 PM CST up reply actions
florida is really, really good, no doubt
But SC is so incomptetent right now it’s just silly. Let’s hope the Cocks pull their heads out of their asses and clean up their play.
I have a few relatives
who are Gator grads and huge Gator fans. And they like that they’re winning but they still think Urban Meyer’s a dick.
even when he is playing the Cocks?
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 3:32 PM CST up reply actions
I was going
to say cock but I thought I’d stick in a dick. B-doom -chee!
I admire your commitment
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
thanks unfortunately i'm about to go get my whataburger on
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 3:34 PM CST up reply actions
The Cocks should run the spread
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
5 turnovers in the FLA - S. Carolina game
Only 27 seconds into the 2nd quarter…Both teams suck pretty hard at the moment.
Wolfson is down on the Cocks
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
My daughter's up from her nap.
Mind out of the gutter
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis.
Switch to the Cal - Oregon State game
Horns need OSU to win, they are up 17-14 at the mo.
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 15, 2008 3:40 PM CST reply actions
Gideon
Muschamp just said in the postgame: “Gideon’s going to fly back with us, he’ll be fine”
haha. gigem314 thinks aggy is more talented than Baylor
This year, I’d argue Baylor wins that argument.
aside from being aggy, idk why. johnson is 5-6. no matter the yds on that, its impressive that aggy has been able to complete that percentage.
If You See Kay, Oh You
Earlier today
they were saying that the Shermanator was a better coach than Art Briles, because Briles has no NFL experience. Seriously!
on the gideon-scott subject
I go with Gideon, the kid played great today, I would be willing to trade scott for thomas, thomas was leaving some open coverages.. just a thought.
"There aint nothin' over till it's over. "
~Rocky Balboa
I'd take that in a heartbeat
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
I was suggesting...
… Scott for Beasley, not Scott for Gideon. I expect Blake to be back for the aTm game, but if he’s not I’d still like to see Scott in for Beasley, and let Brewster have a shot at the other Safety spot.
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 16, 2008 3:10 AM CST up reply actions
All hail Dr. Saturday
Just saw his prediction for our game today:
Kansas guns with Texas for most of the first half, but loses serve with a turnover just before the half that allows the Longhorns to go up two scores at the break and open the floodgates in the second half. Colt McCoy throws three touchdown passes and Todd Reesing is caught by cameras limping off the field at least once.
wow, that's just creepy
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 4:41 PM CST up reply actions
This site
is where you can see games on Gameplan for free. I imagine a lot of you have seen it, but just in case. I guess Baylor and A&M didn’t make their radar … Hit page down a few times to see the games they have …
Before it can be on channelsurfing.net
there must be a video camera actually at the game.
TD Baylor. 13-0 with PAT with 6:39 to the half.
Shipley fake field goal
I need video of that now. immediately. now now now.
I have a commitment to the truth.
PB -
I know we need computer help in the BCS, but has anyone begun to think about how the whole country will be watching on T-giving and yes, I know we’re playing lowly Aggie – but a good 42-3 dominant shitkicking with all watching might be all we need to be the winner of the the 3 team tie scenario. Let’s hope OU wins out but barely over Pokes.
total meltdown
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
generic aggie fan says
Imagine if we had hired Urban Meyer instead of Fran…
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
They really do live in their own little world
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 4:59 PM CST up reply actions
On Gideon
PB – I didn’t read any of the comments yet so I don’t know if anyone took you up on Scott/Gideon…. But I thought Gideon was playing his best game of the season before the bell ringin. He forced the fumble in the first half that lead to our second score and I thought was all over the field. The commentators mentioned how the team considers him a calming presence on D (my read into that is leading by example type play). nothing against Scott who brought the wood on the KU RB the first plpay after Blake left (and dropped a gimme INT). I think the reality is Blake made a major physical error by the drop in the TT game, and that one play poisoned what was an impressive true freshman campaign to that point. He was Mack’s surprise of the season leading into the OSU game. We need Blake back and by the time he is done he’s going to be a special one. Just my 2 cents
I thought Gideon was having his best game of the year too
On the whole, though, he’s struggled to be a “playmaker.”
I say this cautiously, because without him, who knows where we’d be. At the same time, his speed is only so-so and he hasn’t been much of a playmaker.
Interesting question, and not a bad “problem” to have to work through. Either Gideon or Scott can play in the dime package—whomever is starting otherwise.
--PB--
what does a playmaker at safety look like?
i think i disagree with you. gideon has been all over the field, seldom misses tackles, has great body control, doesn’t over-pursue (think the 4th down safety blitz today) and hits hard. he’s definitely a standout in the secondary.
do you think scott has better potential for turnovers?
i’m just awfully impressed with gideon’s field awareness and lack of mistakes…he is, after all 18 years old.
I've been impressed with Gideon, too
But I do think his “upside” as a playmaker is limited. He’s a step slow—which he makes up for by being smart—and Texas would be better served with someone who can fly AND make plays.
I don’t know that it’s something that needs to happen, but Scott showed in one half why someone like that can be a difference-maker for us.
Again, though: You’re right on Gideon, insofar as he’s been a rock for us. At 18 years old. Great, smart, solid player. We’ve been lucky to have him thiis year.
--PB--
Calm down, ladies...
You’re both accurate. Had Gideon made the pick against Tech, he would (undoubtedly) be a playmaker. Today, the blitz on 4th was crucial, and also led to a turnover (albeit, on downs). The kid is 11 games into his true freshman season. I’ll take his peformance thus far—without question.
The larger question, to me anyways, is whether we can get them both on the field. Can Scott play corner? Can Gideon? (probably not, as PB points out is speed is suspect). Beasley’s performance today (all season?) has been abysmal. Would be nice if either Scott or Gideon could put Beasley on the bench.
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
the good news is scott doesn't need to play corner
chykie and aaron williams obviously have incredible ability and upside. if scott were to beat out gideon then our secondary would have incredible depth and maturity next year. if gideon were to beat out scott, we would pretty much be the same situation.
Good point...
Also, pretty damn impressive that our secondary held their offense to 7 points today with back up corners, and freshmen safeties
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
Scott is FAST
Yes he could play corner. Given we’ll be replacing Palmer – and Beasley needs to be replaced permanently – we will be relying on Chykie, Aaron AND Christian next year. Won’t really matter who starts, all three will get loads of playing time. I was just advocating sitting Beasley NOW and getting Scott on the field for the last two (or three) games of the season to get him some more playing time to prep for 2009.
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 16, 2008 3:18 AM CST up reply actions
Ummm...is Florida that good, or is Cock U. that bad?
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
warning: generic answer
probably both
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 5:01 PM CST up reply actions
just posted on TexAgs
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
I almost feel bad for them
wait, nevermind, I had gas and just needed to fart
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 5:15 PM CST up reply actions
Insane TD catch by Oregon State.
He did nothing but pick up the ball that came to a stop on a Cal defender.
FAU?
Why is the FAU game important other than just another win for a team we beat?
Sun belt champions
helps our SOS
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
by run Bevo run on Nov 15, 2008 5:23 PM CST up reply actions
That's exactly why
A three-way tie with Tech and OU will come down to computer points, in part. Go Rice, Go FAU, Go Arkansas, Go UTEP!
--PB--
Um, I'm thinking if we dont put 50 up on Little Brother
I think that would be an upset
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
Their new savior
3 ints today. Maybe our dbs can get some catching practice against the ags.
dropped INTs
I think we’ve dropped at least 10 INTs this year. Could it have something to do with the fact that the ball rarely touches the ground in practice with Colt?
Gators about to hang half a hundred on the ol ball coach
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
Billy Graham would run up the score.
Because Jesus hates aggies…
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
by GAHorn on Nov 15, 2008 5:30 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
O Line
Toughest thing about watching the ‘Horns today was the sporadic nature of the running game. Seemed like to me that when the O line was on — as with McGee’s TD — the running game followed suit. There were a number of plays in which Kansas’ front seemed to penetrate to the backfield before the RB could get started.
Am I wrong in thinking that the O line is the most inconsistent, and therefore weakest, part of our team right now?
Remember the "QB" of the O-Line didn't play today
Still a Blaine Irby fan
by patienthornsfan on Nov 16, 2008 3:21 AM CST up reply actions
From TexAgs
What does this mean?
tu is going to fly a Boeing 777 up our butts.
Perhaps the most recognizable mascot in sports, and certainly the toughest looking, Bevo is a fixture
MORE LIKE A B2, MOFOS
….and go for “style points” while doing it.
by DrunkArmadillo on Nov 15, 2008 5:39 PM CST up reply actions
Tipping back
a cold Shiner in honor of the Baylor beatdown of the ineptitude that is Aggie football.
Hey, Tech 92 -
Were you there at Jones stadium when the goalposts got rammed towards Gov Perry’s Aggie section? Any recollections, clarifications?
Yeah, I was there
I wasn’t a student, graduated by then. My main recollection is I couldn’t figure out why they tore then down to begin with. We were favored in the game, so it wasn’t an upset. Then I couldn’t for the life of me figure out where they were taking them. I was a little shocked that they tried to push them up into the stands. The fighting wasn’t nearly as big a brawl as people would lead you to believe. Honestly, I was pretty disappointed and not at all surprised when the papers led with that the next day. It is not a great moment in post-game celebrations. But it happened and we can’t really hide from it…
Posts
Does it strike anyone else that this business with the goalposts might lead to tragedy somewhere down the line. Like maybe bonfires?
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
so we have a bye next week?
i thought we had sacrificed our bye due to the hurricane that never came to austin.
We burned the other one.
We usually have two bye weeks. One before the start of Big 12 play and the other before playing aTm.
Aggies.
http://www.mattwalters.com/web/texastech/images/rivalry/aggies.htm
Hes a Red Raider, but a fine collection of Aggie nonsense photos
Beavers win
"There are three kinds of people in this world: those who are good at math, and those who aren't..."
--GA Horn--
Big 12 Qbs
It kinda sucks that most of the great qbs are in the big 12 this year. Watching games from other conferences because so much more painful when the offenses continue to struggle to even execute simple stuff.
82,251
Number of page views on the texags official game thread.
That’s a whole lot of suckage-dwelling.
TD Cardinal
SC’s defense didn’t look so good there.
Are you watching it?
Which channel?
In Mack Brown We Trust!
VS. (1646 for HD Austin TWCable)
Space for rent.
by Brian.HalcYoN on Nov 15, 2008 6:24 PM CST up reply actions
470 is SD.
Isn’t VS. part of the sport package? Then again, any sports fan should have it, prerequisite.
Space for rent.
by Brian.HalcYoN on Nov 15, 2008 6:25 PM CST up reply actions
Awesome, thanks guys!
Go Cards :>
In Mack Brown We Trust!
If you have Time Warner
It usually splits HD time with the Golf Channel. Atleast it does in the DFW area
by Hookem4life84 on Nov 15, 2008 6:30 PM CST up reply actions
Lou Holtz today
Said he would vote for USC over any one loss big 12 team unless the big 12 team won the conference. please tell me he does not have a harris vote.
That guy
just says stupid things. I really respect him for his accomplishments, but for god’s sake, he needs to retire.
In Mack Brown We Trust!
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