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They’re not gonna run out a real bison tomorrow or are they? Update: It's a new intro video…

One more vote that you are quite correct.

Haha, that is unhinged. It definitely adds some spice to the game tonight. Classic college football drama.

I can’t know for sure but I read Sharpe was in concussion protocol. That would put the ankle issue to Harris who has had some ankle issues in fall camp — if it’s the same ankle who knows. It’s probably more likely than not. I guess the upside with Khobie is he can sort of keep up his cardio and if thosr bones can fully heal he’ll be pretty much back to normal. Fingers crossed.

Cig is the most candid in these longer form Thursday shows with Fisch. At least compared to the pressers. It's the most insightful look into IUFB right now imo. Some notable comments: - Gave last week a C- - Noted the rat poison in the media (we have the best DL, etc.) - He needs to be more hands on now vs. last year's team - Definitely some praise in here too All of the above isn't too surprising. Every team is different and a work in progress at this point in the year.

I agree I’d just like to note this includes all the member institutions. It’s the schools that avoided paying their labor for decades which led to this messy system. And they can’t follow rules they agree to, govern themselves, or spend responsibly.

Yea, for some of them. College is what you make of it. There has always been an option for an athlete or really any student to take really easy stuff and get a peice of paper that says General Studies. It’s a wasted opportunity, but the bare minimum has been around decades. And in some cases I get it.

The NCAA requires 12 credit hours, everyone is taking classes until they get a degree. Now once someone gets their degree they don’t have to take more classes. I just don’t think that’s a problem. Heck most players learn more being on a football team than they would in some lecture hall listening to a bozo professor. Tyler got injured last year and couldn’t play, now he’s using his eligibility. He’s got his degree. It’s a reasonable situation.

Not really. The vast majority of FB and MBB players take classes. There are some who don’t… but Tyler got his degree so his case is hardly troubling. He’s learning plenty playing football in reality.

When the conferences get pissed they can bring their member institutions to heel. We’ve seen the B12 and SEC do it now.

I wouldn’t want my team to play this game under those conditions, especially if I am SMU as the favorite. But as a neutral this is interesting!

Eight touchdowns to cover is nuts.

Hmm... interesting topic. This is obviously something that will come up with Isiah and of course he'll say that. My opinion: Similarities: Able to instill fundamentals and a team-oriented culture. Prefers shorter, intense practices. Strong tacticians, students of the game. Program builders. Gravitas/charisma. Sense of humor. Not resource dependent to win. That's a lot of great similarities. But their personalities are almost completely different. Cig is really a pretty normal guy for a football coach. This is pretty clear in off the field interviews, best example being when he picked up a Face Time from the Field of 68 guys and just joked around while walking around his house. He's generally quiet in practice. And yea he's a football coach who will erupt and make a point when he has to, but that's to be expected. He's confident and likes to talk a little trash, but those are big net positives. At this point, we don't need to rake RMK over the coals for this, but he obviously had a problematic temper that could go off at any moment anywhere. RMK in practice and games was very different from Cig -- he ran hot as we know. To be fair to RMK he did a lot of underappreciated good things too. Both great coaches, but very different people.

Good attitude. Not surprising.

Funny story: several years back the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission said he had to stop showing checks magically appearing in clients’ hands after snapping their fingers lol.

Good advice imo. The concessions are quite good now, my only gripe is they were way short on water refill stations. Will be less of an issue though as that game was uniquely hot. Also, if you aren’t tailgating and able to walk 30 min to the stadium, the Henderson Parking Garage is free and there is plenty of downtown parking for $1/hr. Both can be accessed with very little traffic from the 3rd street exit. If you want low stress, it’s just that easy.

Cool stat. I can’t believe they rushed the field yesterday.

This is so out of control. @LIHoosier

Hopefully a good sign. Who knows after one game.

Great news. He has been working so hard and I’d hate to see him miss much time.

Random stuff like this around campus is awesome. Tailgate is a zoo. What an atmosphere.

Not too surprising LSU blinked. Their battle with the SEC in federal court is much more difficult than the local court circus. Kinda funny they're damaging their brand and relationship with their conference over a few mediocre football players.

Hype video! Narrated by Aiden.

Our natty sign location: Spoiler alert

Hell yea!!!