Recruiting Football Talk VIII

[MarcoVol]

I get that Nico is still only a RS Frosh, with 1 game, against Iowa. But you're telling me there are 91 better players in CFB, some at Old Dominion?

Cmon, man.

Pretty tough to say he’s better than too many guys that have proven themselves at the college level.

I’m sure it’ll look much better next season after he’s put up some numbers.

 

[COOKEVOL]

Nope my gambling is private, I'm the only one who needs to know if I win or lose money.

Edit: on this note think I'm going fishing nice day to relax and catch a few crappie.

What time's dinner?

 

[TN-POSSUM]

It was moments like this and Kiffin celebrating with Bruce when we upset Kansas that made me believe he was going to be here awhile. How foolish I was.

The moment Kiffin hung USC pictures in the training complex, I knew he was going to bolt.


Rant incoming:

I didn't like the hire because I thought he would land us on probation or worse. Getting fired by Al Davis should have been a huge red flag NOT TO HIRE HIM. Other than Pruitt, Lane Kiffin was the worst hire post-Philip Fulmer. He started all the misery. His timing (about a month before signing day) could not have been more damaging to us. And then we panicked and hired Derek Dooley. The ones that were saying "bRIng hMi HomE" were/are idiots. It's unbelievable how short some people's memories are. Lane Kiffin is trash and never to be brought back or even considered a coaching candidate for UT again.

End rant




@08Vol had a pretty good summary back in 2017......

Things people have probably forgotten about Kiffin.

1. He refused to recite Neylands Maxims before the game. He told the players they wouldnt recite them either. The players protested and Kiffin allowed them to recite the Maxims while he stood there silently.

2. He promoted USC in the training center and at practices. He refused to play UT highlights and would run USC highlights on all video monitors. He hung USC jerseys throughout the complex and took down UT jerseys and pictures. He replaced UT Vols signs with USC Trojans signs.

3. He had UT murals painted over throughout the training complex. He ordered the mural of Peyton leading the band to be painted over. The UT employees who were supposed to paint over it refused to and said they would quit before painting it over. The AD had to get involved to save the mural and ensure a large number of employees didnt walk out.

4. When Kiffin left he reported major violations he had committed here to the NCAA in exchange for them to pardon him. The NCAA wanted a big fish to fry and UT was a much bigger fish than Kiffin.

 

[OrangenSC]

Good thing we ranked 22nd in the country in defensive ppg last season then.

If we’re winning games, I don’t understand why anyone cares if we play a freshman who is perceived to be talented or a 25 year old 6th year senior.

AP is just a guy with an opinion. He should talks less imo

The only reason I give a hoot about what AP or any of the others say is for info. His opinion means nothing to me. His opinion is no better than yours or mine.

 

[OrangenSC]

Prepared to get flamed for this. You know Heupel loves Martinez. Therefore, that automatically makes him immune from all criticism. You know because Heupel is the head coach, he can never be wrong about anything.

OTOH, just keep slinging criticism anywhere and everywhere and sooner or later you’ll be right.

 

[OrangenSC]

Colton Jumper played his @$$ off for Tennessee.

AND spent time in the NFL.

 

[vols4lfe]

If you can find the Murray hill Special Release (Blue Label) that dropped this spring, it’s Fantastic Juice, pricey but stupid food.

Two hundo but that 17 year MGP juice in there is magic. Got serious apple crumble vibes with that one.

 

[WesTnVol]

It was fitting for me that following a day of questioning my favorite verse came today. It's why these don't have to make sense to everyone, but i hope they do for some. I modified the format based on feedback.

Spoiler

"August 15, 2024: Be patient and remain diligent. The issues you have been dealing with seem to have no resolution, but you are making progress. Do not give up or lose hope, but rather keep your faith strong. You will be refreshed and renewed by the power of My Spirit, says the Lord."

if you don't like this portion please just gnore it or discuss it in the other thread.

Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

Needed this today

 

[gordonr24]

How many in here appreciate a complimentary hot breakfast at a hotel?

I had breakfast this morning at a Drury in Illinois and it was surprisingly fantastic.

I’ve had breakfasts at other chains that were subpar.

 

[Glitch]

Nope my gambling is private, I'm the only one who needs to know if I win or lose money.

Edit: on this note think I'm going fishing nice day to relax and catch a few crappie.

 

[DaddyChad]

Why would you ever inform an employee that they WILL be fired before you actually fire them? Makes zero sense.

Where you can laugh at them manically while they try to do their job??

 

[DaddyChad]

It is Dick West, so it may or not be accurate reporting. That is what is great about Dick West. He does hit on some things, so you never know what he is accurate on and what he is pulling out of his butt.

I mean to be fair everyone knows Big Balls Billy is getting the axe. I doubt anyone has informed him; doubt anyone has to.

 

[Devo182]

I almost hit Jonathan Crompton with my car in 2009 as a freshman lol

Tyler Bray almost hit me with a beer bottle in 2012

 

[Weezer]

..uhmm..so you want pictures of a young dudes thighs?...uhmm..

Judge not lest ye be judged.

 

[Devo182]

I knew the guy whose car was totaled when Britt Colquitt crashed into it.

Was he drunk? ******* terrible kid

 

[Weezer]

You like those obviously fake plastic looking girls?...oh well, it is better than looking at young dudes thighs I guess..

 

[Devo182]

Cleaning up after a manstration incident is nasty.

Especially with all the bears

 

[Glitch]

Yes

Looks healthy and ready to dominate.

 

[Jackcrevol]

Looks like @Jackcrevol has started his cycle. . .

Also. . .

Don't bet asking for no loan when I turn $.10 into a million dollars in a few weeks.

manstruation, dammed by a manpon.

 

[WillisWG]

Son of Tennessee Legend Enters 2027 Rankings As Top 25 Prospect | Rocky Top Insider

Cooper Witten, the son of VFL Jason Witten, has officially entered the 2027 recruiting rankings with a high initial ranking next to his name.

www.rockytopinsider.com

247’s rankings have Witten listed as the No. 25 overall player, the No. 2 safety in the class, and the No. 5 player from the Lone Star State.

 

[Jackcrevol]

Looks healthy and ready to dominate.

@Glitch

 

[marksboy7]

How many in here appreciate a complimentary hot breakfast at a hotel?

I had breakfast this morning at a Drury in Illinois and it was surprisingly fantastic.

I’ve had breakfasts at other chains that were subpar.

Stayed at a couple Embassy Suites within the last year that had superb breakfasts.

 

[Jackcrevol]

Stayed at a couple Embassy Suites within the last year that had superb breakfasts.

Booked room at one downtown Knox on Gay (calm down @Weezer) St for meetings next week. We'll see.

 

[Weezer]

I'm righteously broke. 0 government assistance over here. Would be nice to spend your money though.

Damn. Maybe I should apply for food stamps so I can get steak,

 

[Jackcrevol]

Damn. Maybe I should apply for food stamps so I can get steak,

Wear pajama pants.