Finally, college football season is back!
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To kick things off, there will be a barbecue this Saturday night. All-you-can-eat gator meat, marinated in fresh citrus juices will be served. Just be careful, the forecast prediction is severe storm, rain and wind conditions with the after effect of depression in Alachua County and a spike in shoe and purse sales across the rest of the state.
Want to put money on it? ;D
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UNF football: undefeated since 1972!
I bet being in the Top 25 isn't that fun anyway :'(
Quote from: FlaBoy on August 20, 2019, 11:25:53 AM
Want to put money on it? ;D
You giving me the +7.5? I'll take that. This game has 16-13 written all over it.
Not looking forward to hearing all the UF fans gloat this week.
So many Gators in this city, so few degrees.
At least Andrew Luck retired...
Yawn. Either UM should be actually ranked or UF is overrated. Couldn't cover even with 11 sacks. As a UM fan, the redshirt freshman QB looks fine but that OL is horrible. Get that together and they'll go on a run considering their schedule. As for UF, Franks will need to get it together or he's going to cost them against better teams. Couldn't believe he made those throws in the 4th that gave UM a chance to pull it out in the end.
Sloppy game, not sure why they had Franks throwing the ball that led to that int and all the drama that insude. Gators nearly gifted wrapped that game for the Canes
That whole game was ugly. Franks needs to get his ego in check too. I have a feeling this season isn't going to end up good for that guy. Miami is going to have a rough go if they let their QB get sacked every other play too.
Things I think after the game:
Who had the Gators at number 8?
How come the Gators can't recruit a QB?
Where did the Canes get that OL?
What moron was calling the Gators offense?
Why were the Cane's players posing with bling?
When will Gators go back to opening with military or art schools?
Quote from: Snaketoz on August 25, 2019, 09:58:39 AM
Where did the Canes get that OL?
Good question. OL has been a problem since the Al Golden days. You know its bad when you have to role out that many freshman as starters. Last night was baptism by fire for kids who were playing in high school last year.
QuoteWhy were the Cane's players posing with bling?
That's a #305 thing. The turnover chain thing started when Manny Diaz took over as defensive coordinator under Mark Richt. This year, he's trying to make the offense as aggressive as his defense. The redshirt freshman QB looks like he has the tools, if they can keep him standing up. He won't last the season getting hit like that though.
Quote from: thelakelander on August 25, 2019, 10:15:53 AM
Quote from: Snaketoz on August 25, 2019, 09:58:39 AM
Where did the Canes get that OL?
Good question. OL has been a problem since the Al Golden days. You know its bad when you have to role out that many freshman as starters. Last night was baptism by fire for kids who were playing in high school last year.
QuoteWhy were the Cane's players posing with bling?
That's a #305 thing. The turnover chain thing started when Manny Diaz took over as defensive coordinator under Mark Richt. This year, he's trying to make the offense as aggressive as his defense. The redshirt freshman QB looks like he has the tools, if they can keep him standing up. He won't last the season getting hit like that though.
Miami's QB looks great. Hope he survives. I tend to root for the Gators, but their QB play has hurt them for awhile now, and it's looking like more of the same. That last interception that Franks threw had to be the biggest bonehead play in awhile. Was that Franks or the offensive coordinator? They seemed to do everything possible to blow the game. They should be down in the rankings this week.
All I have to say is that as a UF student, and someone who threw a watch party for last night's game, I was rather stressed last night.
Quote from: Snaketoz on August 25, 2019, 03:12:34 PM
Quote from: thelakelander on August 25, 2019, 10:15:53 AM
Quote from: Snaketoz on August 25, 2019, 09:58:39 AM
Where did the Canes get that OL?
Good question. OL has been a problem since the Al Golden days. You know its bad when you have to role out that many freshman as starters. Last night was baptism by fire for kids who were playing in high school last year.
QuoteWhy were the Cane's players posing with bling?
That's a #305 thing. The turnover chain thing started when Manny Diaz took over as defensive coordinator under Mark Richt. This year, he's trying to make the offense as aggressive as his defense. The redshirt freshman QB looks like he has the tools, if they can keep him standing up. He won't last the season getting hit like that though.
Miami's QB looks great. Hope he survives. I tend to root for the Gators, but their QB play has hurt them for awhile now, and it's looking like more of the same. That last interception that Franks threw had to be the biggest bonehead play in awhile. Was that Franks or the offensive coordinator? They seemed to do everything possible to blow the game. They should be down in the rankings this week.
That's on the OC. That was a pass play the whole way, should've never been called
The OC probably shouldn't have called a pass play but just because it's a pass play doesn't mean you throw a grapefruit to a WR that's not open. Overall, Franks looked worse than Williams out there considering all the press he's been given off season.
Quote from: thelakelander on August 24, 2019, 11:12:18 PM
Yawn. Either UM should be actually ranked or UF is overrated. Couldn't cover even with 11 sacks. As a UM fan, the redshirt freshman QB looks fine but that OL is horrible. Get that together and they'll go on a run considering their schedule. As for UF, Franks will need to get it together or he's going to cost them against better teams. Couldn't believe he made those throws in the 4th that gave UM a chance to pull it out in the end.
It's the first game of the year and a rivalry game at that. It was sloppy play by both teams, which is to be expected when you don't open up against a cupcake. Miami's o-line is also starting two true freshmen offensive tackles against a seasoned and extremely talented UF defensive line, what did you really expect there? My point is, it's easy to over analyze a game like this as there was literally no other game on. So to say UF is overrated or Miami is underrated is a little premature. Let the season play out.
QuoteIt's the first game of the year and a rivalry game at that. It was sloppy play by both teams, which is to be expected when you don't open up against a cupcake.
Yes the first game of the season is generally sloppy every year for every team. Nevertheless, there is definitely not an #8 vs unranked difference in the level of talent between these teams. So there's some hype or underrated value at play with the preseason rankings. Like you say, we'll see which way that goes as the season plays out.
QuoteMiami's o-line is also starting two true freshmen offensive tackles against a seasoned and extremely talented UF defensive line, what did you really expect there?
I definitely expected OL troubles with Miami. That's been a theme for at least five years now. I also expected UM's defense to play well. Luckily for the OL, outside of FSU, that's the best defensive line they'll face all season. They'll likely look completely different with two weeks to prepare for NC.
QuoteMy point is, it's easy to over analyze a game like this as there was literally no other game on. So to say UF is overrated or Miami is underrated is a little premature. Let the season play out.
I'm pretty confident they'll both end up with a couple of losses by the end of the season. I don't think its premature to come to that conclusion. Nevertheless, I'll enjoy the ride.
Quote from: thelakelander on August 26, 2019, 10:21:53 AM
Overall, Franks looked worse than Williams out there considering all the press he's been given off season.
Williams is an exciting kid to watch. I was thinking during the game, wouldn't the Gators be lucky to have a QB like him? Lots of upside there.
Looks like FSU/BSU has been moved to Doak, Saturday at noon.
https://www.tallahassee.com/story/sports/college/fsu/football/2019/08/29/fsu-football-game-hurricane-dorian-seminoles-boise-state-jacksonville-tallahassee/2148277001/
That's dumb. The storm will still be like 4 day away on Saturday.
Quote from: acme54321 on August 29, 2019, 07:42:14 PM
That's dumb. The storm will still be like 4 day away on Saturday.
not really. The state is trying to make sure that I-95 is clear for evacuees and pre-placement of utility trucks and other responders
Meh. Do you really think moving this game 3-4 days in advance of a landfall 250 miles south is going to make an impact on hurricane preparedness? Seems like an excuse to get a homefield advantage more than anything.
I don't blame them for this. Hindsight is 20/20 and at the time they made the call it wasn't clear landfall would be so late next week. 90k extra people on the road right in the city where I-10 and I-95 meet would certainly have caused a logistics issue, especially if the storm arrived this weekend as looked possible based on the predictions of the last few days.
Quote from: acme54321 on August 30, 2019, 09:00:06 AM
Meh. Do you really think moving this game 3-4 days in advance of a landfall 250 miles south is going to make an impact on hurricane preparedness? Seems like an excuse to get a homefield advantage more than anything.
Lol, it ain't 1993 and Charlie Ward isn't standing behind the center. The free shoe giveaways stopped a long time ago and even Publix makes you pay for their crab legs now. No one is afraid to play in Doak. Certainly not Mr. Buster Bronco!
Quote from: Tacachale on August 30, 2019, 09:05:59 AM
I don't blame them for this. Hindsight is 20/20 and at the time they made the call it wasn't clear landfall would be so late next week. 90k extra people on the road right in the city where I-10 and I-95 meet would certainly have caused a logistics issue, especially if the storm arrived this weekend as looked possible based on the predictions of the last few days.
So lets make those people drive to Tallahassee and back on I-10/I-75 instead? How is that better? Boise State's team trucks were parked at the TUPAC yesterday, so I assume their team was at the Omni. Now today they have to hit the road for tally? Seems like a big mess.
Quote from: thelakelander on August 30, 2019, 09:25:15 AM
Quote from: acme54321 on August 30, 2019, 09:00:06 AM
Meh. Do you really think moving this game 3-4 days in advance of a landfall 250 miles south is going to make an impact on hurricane preparedness? Seems like an excuse to get a homefield advantage more than anything.
Lol, it ain't 1993 and Charlie Ward isn't standing behind the center. The free shoe giveaways stopped a long time ago and even Publix makes you pay for their crab legs now. No one is afraid to play in Doak. Certainly not Mr. Buster Bronco!
Look... FSU needs all of the advantage they can get, as this stunt proves! I'd be pissed if I was a Boise State fan. Now they have to fly here, rent a car, and drive to that cesspool in the armpit of the state. All while adding extra congestion to the interestates that people are trying to evacuate on. Shame on FSU.
Quote from: acme54321 on August 30, 2019, 09:31:07 AM
Quote from: thelakelander on August 30, 2019, 09:25:15 AM
Quote from: acme54321 on August 30, 2019, 09:00:06 AM
Meh. Do you really think moving this game 3-4 days in advance of a landfall 250 miles south is going to make an impact on hurricane preparedness? Seems like an excuse to get a homefield advantage more than anything.
Lol, it ain't 1993 and Charlie Ward isn't standing behind the center. The free shoe giveaways stopped a long time ago and even Publix makes you pay for their crab legs now. No one is afraid to play in Doak. Certainly not Mr. Buster Bronco!
Look... FSU needs all of the advantage they can get, as this stunt proves! I'd be pissed if I was a Boise State fan. Now they have to fly here, rent a car, and drive to that cesspool in the armpit of the state. All while adding extra congestion to the interestates that people are trying to evacuate on. Shame on FSU.
Jax was already FSU's "home game" in a 1 for 1 series. And no, FSU did not want to move the game at all. Governor Desantis forced it.
Stay classy...
^How are you all holding up down there in Palm Beach? Any concerns about Lake Okeechobee?
Quote from: thelakelander on August 30, 2019, 12:30:02 PM
^How are you all holding up down there in Palm Beach? Any concerns about Lake Okeechobee?
My house is concrete block with heavy duty hurricane shutters and is on the local hospital's power grid, so should be fine on that front. Flooding is the big concern though. We've had a lot of rain recently, so the ground is already saturated and king tide's are expected. I'm nowhere near flood zones, but you never know.
Okeechobee flooding would likely affect Pahokee/Belle Glade/South Bay and the farms around the lake, as well as Stuart and Ft. Myers, which have canals that run into the lake. They started doing lake releases earlier this year to keep the water down during rainy season, so the lake is actually below historical averages right now, but with some of the rain predicted, things could get bad quickly.
I manage the building, planning, and code enforcement departments for a municipality here, so as you can imagine things have been hectic. We are expecting a lot of damage here, but all depends on where it hits.
Hope this doesn't become another Irma for Jax.
I hate everything.
;D
Well that went south fast.
Quote from: Ken_FSU on August 31, 2019, 06:55:19 PM
I hate everything.
My wordless text to tufsu1 earlier this afternoon....
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and my response to him was "Go Gata"
Mental note: never give Lake your cellphone number.
Looks like there was a real nail biter in Tally tonight :o
^Maybe we were just dehydrated again?
Willie Taggart is Gus Bradley 2.0.
Nice guy, needs to go.
Wow, my canes look just as bad as FSU. Now I know how it feels to have no confidence in your kicker or team with the game is on the line. Two weeks in a row.....
Now, I get the opportunity of watching the Dolphins tank a full NFL season....
I won't argue that Willie Taggart has been incredibly disappointing......he was decent at Oregon....
But who is going to replace him?
What a bittersweet weekend. Tallahassee got hit by a freak Cat 5, flooding Doak as a result. As a canes fan, its quite enjoyable to beat down FSU into a bloody pulp. However, perhaps they should have let the Seminoles score another TD or two. Definitely would have preferred to see Taggart stay and watch Free Shoes University miss qualifying for another bowl game next year.
What a freakin disaster..... Good riddance, WT. There was literally NO EVIDENCE he could actually COACH. No game plans, poor discipline, bad play calling. I mean they took the "toss sweep", Dalvin Cook's most dangerous play, out of the playbook. It was awful. They could not hold a 4th qt lead. It's 100% on WT. They have plenty of good players, but HE FAILED TO SIGN A QB IN 2 RECRUITING CYCLES. After having 3 drafted in the first round fairly recently.... (Ponder, Manuel, Winston). How do you explain that?
He sealed his fate not getting a bunch of stop gap juco oline help.
Well it's been a horrible year for my Noles but yesterday and the victory against UNC were bright spots. But UNC? I mean the beat down they put on the Miami Hurricanes yesterday was legendary. LAKE!!??? Are you still sleepin in? I know, a mere bump on the road back to greatness, right. Dude, how do you explain that game? Over 500 yards rushing for UNC? The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
And then... there are those shoe tossin gators... :o ;D ::)
Yup..... The end of that game saw some pretty poor ("strange") clock management by both coaches....
But shoes be damned, one team executed the long kick and one team did not.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 13, 2020, 12:28:51 PM
Well it's been a horrible year for my Noles but yesterday and the victory against UNC were bright spots. But UNC? I mean the beat down they put on the Miami Hurricanes yesterday was legendary. LAKE!!??? Are you still sleepin in? I know, a mere bump on the road back to greatness, right. Dude, how do you explain that game? Over 500 yards rushing for UNC? The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
No excuses. My canes weren't prepared to play. No effort was shown on the defensive side of the ball.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 13, 2020, 12:28:51 PM
Well it's been a horrible year for my Noles but yesterday and the victory against UNC were bright spots. But UNC? I mean the beat down they put on the Miami Hurricanes yesterday was legendary. LAKE!!??? Are you still sleepin in? I know, a mere bump on the road back to greatness, right. Dude, how do you explain that game? Over 500 yards rushing for UNC? The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
I think Noles fans should not talk smack to anyone for a long long time.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 13, 2020, 12:28:51 PM
The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
Wait...these universities are playing football games in front of live crowds in the midst of a pandemic? Seems a bit risky - particularly given that FL appears to be seeing an uptick in cases.
From what I've seen it's socially distanced, very small crowds.
Even the Jacksonville Symphony is performing concerts; musicians and attendees are 6 feet apart and wear masks...
From FlaBoy: "I think Noles fans should not talk smack to anyone for a long long time."
Describing the game is not talking smack. By the way, nice 'shoe toss' there in Hogtown (now that's talking smack). LOL
Quote from: MusicMan on December 14, 2020, 11:11:24 AM
From what I've seen it's socially distanced, very small crowds.
Even the Jacksonville Symphony is performing concerts; musicians and attendees are 6 feet apart and wear masks...
That's not social distancing, though, is it? Social distancing is not having people gather unnecessarily. That's why FL is in such a bad spot these days - people think throwing on a mask and attempting to stand a few feet from each other is going to stop the spread of the virus.
FL isn't the only place that is doing this sort of thing, of course. It boggles the mind, really. But I guess people really feel they "need" their football.
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Social Distancing - CDCwww.cdc.gov › 2019-ncov › prevent-getting-sick › soc...
Social distancing, also called "physical distancing," means keeping a safe space between yourself and other people who are not from your household. To practice social or physical distancing, stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms' length) from other people who are not from your household in both indoor and outdoor spaces.'
Quote from: MusicMan on December 14, 2020, 11:55:56 AM
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Social Distancing - CDCwww.cdc.gov › 2019-ncov › prevent-getting-sick › soc...
Social distancing, also called "physical distancing," means keeping a safe space between yourself and other people who are not from your household. To practice social or physical distancing, stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms' length) from other people who are not from your household in both indoor and outdoor spaces.'
I guess that explains why the US is such a basket case. The WHO includes staying at home as much as possible:
https://www.who.int/westernpacific/emergencies/covid-19/information/physical-distancing
The bottom line is that the virus spreads for more than six feet and large gatherings are believed to increase the chances of infection. Add situations where people are yelling, cheering, singing or whatever and add alcohol to the mix and you're asking for trouble.
But some people think football is a matter of life or death (not sure what the opinion is on the Nutcracker).
Our concerts are not football games. We have eliminated intermission. Start and end, then leave the Hall. Pretty much every ticket available
(reduced from 1800 to 600) has sold. No mask, no entrance. You should come to a concert to see for yourself.
"I guess that explains why the US is such a basket case."
You can look to the WH which held completely unrestricted/unmasked 'parties' on national TV if your looking for an explanation.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 14, 2020, 12:10:19 PM
Our concerts are not football games. We have eliminated intermission. Start and end, then leave the Hall. Pretty much every ticket available
(reduced from 1800 to 600) has sold. No mask, no entrance. You should come to a concert to see for yourself.
Wait...your concerts aren't football games?
I don't think I've attended a Jax Symphony concert since I was in school. Maybe I'll try to take one in next time I'm in Jax - assuming this pandemic ever ends.
Serious question - do you do any choral works and, if so, do the singers wear masks? Just curious - would seem prudent from a medical perspective but not from a musical one.
See for yourself:
Yesterday at 3 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dCgz30SNR8
Don't you live in the UK? Do you regularly attend concerts there?
Also here at Symphony Hall, no food or drinks being offered.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 14, 2020, 12:17:32 PM
See for yourself:
Yesterday at 3 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dCgz30SNR8
Don't you live in the UK? Do you regularly attend concerts there?
Also here at Symphony Hall, no food or drinks being offered.
We've not really had concerts here since March. But no, I don't tend to go to many concerts anymore - certainly not since having kids. I think the last orchestral thing I attended was the Proms back in 2012 or so.
I take my kids a lot, especially the "Symphonic Night at the Movies" series , although they like many different styles.
Quote from: MusicMan on December 14, 2020, 05:32:30 PM
I take my kids a lot, especially the "Symphonic Night at the Movies" series , although they like many different styles.
It's more an issue of getting them to behave. My seven year old *might* just now be able to sit through a performance, but he shows no interest in music and I think he wouldn't enjoy it at all. My three year old seems to like music, but he's too young to sit quietly for more than a few minutes.
Quote from: Adam White on December 14, 2020, 04:47:45 AM
Quote from: MusicMan on December 13, 2020, 12:28:51 PM
The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
Wait...these universities are playing football games in front of live crowds in the midst of a pandemic? Seems a bit risky - particularly given that FL appears to be seeing an uptick in cases.
I have been quite concerned with the virus and how communities are addressing safety. I am very disappointed that Gov. DeSantis seems unwilling to consider re-implementing any restrictions (say 50% at bars/restaurants).
That said, I attended 3 FSU home games this year, and they were generally quite safe. I was a bit concerned during the first game as they weren't enforcing mask-wearing in the stands - but the message got through to folks for the other games. Compliance was probably 90% in the concourses & restrooms, and 75-80% in the stands. Also distancing meant seating groups were kept 6' apart.
Quote from: tufsu1 on December 15, 2020, 12:43:08 PM
Quote from: Adam White on December 14, 2020, 04:47:45 AM
Quote from: MusicMan on December 13, 2020, 12:28:51 PM
The Noles are terrible, but they sort of got an excuse... But the Canes? At home? In front of their crowd? That was sad.
Wait...these universities are playing football games in front of live crowds in the midst of a pandemic? Seems a bit risky - particularly given that FL appears to be seeing an uptick in cases.
I have been quite concerned with the virus and how communities are addressing safety. I am very disappointed that Gov. DeSantis seems unwilling to consider re-implementing any restrictions (say 50% at bars/restaurants).
That said, I attended 3 FSU home games this year, and they were generally quite safe. I was a bit concerned during the first game as they weren't enforcing mask-wearing in the stands - but the message got through to folks for the other games. Compliance was probably 90% in the concourses & restrooms, and 75-80% in the stands. Also distancing meant seating groups were kept 6' apart.
There's a joke in there somewhere about the FSU secondary practising social distancing or something.
that is true!