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@schicknickshow
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Going through airport security, I heard a TSA agent ask, “Are you related to the family of the razor company?”
She was talking to a woman in front of me. Her last name was Gillette.
I then gave the TSA agent my driver’s license, along with a story for the rest of her life.
There are only 6 programs that have won a game in the College Football Playoff:
Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia, LSU, Clemson, Oregon.
Updated 2021 recruiting class rankings:
1) Alabama
2) Ohio State
3) Georgia
4) LSU
5) Clemson
6) Oregon
What an incredible moment with Kwity Paye and his mother, Agnes.
She escaped two civil wars in West Africa and traveled to Rhode Island as a single mother. She worked two jobs so Kwity could attend private school, get a scholarship and live out his dream. Now she can rest.
Story on the latest sign of youth sports culture:
Our 10U baseball team played a game yesterday. Opposing parents chirping at our 3rd base coach. Opposing parents yelling at umpires after calls that don’t go their way, adding “it’s us vs the umps!”
Opposing player gets…
20 years ago our country was more united than at any point in my lifetime.
20 years later it’s never been more divided.
I pray we begin to see the humanity in one another that we saw that day. Let’s start with respect, kindness and grace.
I spoke w/ an NCAA official this week who was “95% certain” transfers will soon be allowed to play immediately in basketball & football. Could be a one-time freebie, plus grad transfer option. So in theory, a student-athlete could play for three different schools w/o sitting out.
Kevin Turner was a teammate of Dabo Swinney at Alabama. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2010. Dabo offered Kevin’s son, Nolan, a scholarship in 2015.
Kevin passed away in March of 2016, before Nolan arrived on campus.
Tonight - Nolan got the game-clinching INT.
@ClemsonFB
Jalen Hurts transfers from Alabama to Oklahoma.
Alabama misses the CFP for the first time.
If Oklahoma is selected -- Jalen Hurts will have made the CFP all four years of his college career. Amazing.
Non-existent OPI called against Purdue.
Two fumbles not reviewed in Illinois/Nebraska.
Clear Indiana fumble ruled down and not reviewed.
Have Big Ten officials opted out?
He may not have won enough games, but Tim Miles was always good to the fans and the media. He should leave knowing he represented the state and program well.
This isn’t that complicated. Georgia may in fact be one of the four best teams in college football. They could have made that “unequivocally” clear by beating one of the two best teams on their schedule. They lost to both, including one by 20 points.
Georgia is out.
College football schedules being released during a pandemic is like receiving a save-the-date from a couple that’s had a volatile relationship & rocky premarital counseling.
You’re not buying a plane ticket until the week of the wedding & you’re keeping the gift receipt.
I now have newfound respect for teachers.
Three days into homeschooling, two of my kids have been suspended for fighting and another for ditching class. The fourth child has already been expelled.
File this under: “Really?”
From
@ESPNStatsInfo
:
Nebraska has touchdown drives of 90, 96, and 92 yards in the 2nd half tonight.
They are the first FBS team with three 90-yard drives in a single half this season.
It’s hard to watch Nebraska and be anything but optimistic about the future of the program. Adrian Martinez is a gamer, and a 2019 Heisman contender.
The Huskers just need a defensive front that can impact the game.
The live sporting event all of America was watching tonight took place in Nebraska.
Bellevue West goes on a 16-0 run to end the game, beating Millard North for the state championship.
Great nugget from
@ESPNStatsInfo
:
Before the onside kick, Nebraska had an 88% in-game win probability.
This was the seventh time Nebraska lost a game under Scott Frost when it had at least an 80% chance to win at some point. And the fourth time in the last nine games.
Georgia Tech paid $1.1 to Northern Illinois and lost.
Illinois paid UTSA $1 million and lost.
Washington paid Montana $675k and lost.
It’s like paying someone to come to your house and punch you in the face.
Nebraska needs to cut their losses and make a change. The margin for error is so slim for this program, you cannot have your quarterback consistently providing the error.
Nebraska took an enormous step under Will Bolt in his first full season. Winning the B1G during a pandemic and taking the No.1 team to a winner-take-all regional final.
The Road to Omaha doesn’t seem so far away anymore.
In an era where sports superstars are often guarded and distant (and understandably so), Jordan Spieth is a breath of fresh air.
Today in Charlotte, I watched as he signed every autograph and smiled for every picture during his pro-am. He treated everyone with patience &…
In 2012, my wife, two kids and I moved from Omaha to Charlotte to join ESPN. It was a dream come true.
Ten years and two kids later, the dream continues. Grateful to have just signed another multi-year contract w/ ESPN.
Here’s to another ten years. 🙏
Quick college baseball story:
The family and I had the chance to catch the final two games of the Nebraska baseball series at College of Charleston last weekend. The team didn’t play its best, but still found a way to come back in all three games for the sweep. The players and…
Now that the Big Ten is returning, my CFP picks:
1. Ohio State
2. Clemson
3. Alabama
4. Oklahoma State
If the Pac-12 returns, here are my CFP picks:
1. Ohio State
2. Clemson
3. Alabama
4. Oklahoma State
Kevin Kopps.
His collegiate career ends on the doorstep of Omaha. After his only loss of the season, he spent time commiserating with his family. He then spent significantly more time signing autographs for fans. Truly a remarkable pitcher & person.
Notre Dame paid Marshall $1.25 million to visit.
Texas A&M paid App State $1.5 million to visit.
It's like paying someone to come to your house and punch you in the face.
I asked Frank Solich what he thinks about when he sees that Nebraska is likely going to hire its 4th different head coach since he was fired. He said he doesn't think much about it, and wouldn't trade the experience. He said, "I know I'm a good coach." Can't argue with that.
Scott Frost fired at Nebraska.
Given the excitement when he was hired, it’s hard to fathom the program is at this point.
Nebraska is a difficult job. But it’s not as difficult as he made it look.
#huskers
In 2001, my television career began in central Nebraska.
20 years later, I stopped by the station with a few special guests, to see some special people.
Forever grateful to
@NTVNEWS
for giving me my first opportunity.
Announcing the NCAA Tournament teams in alphabetical order reminds me of listening to school closings on the radio. Always bad news when they skip your letter.
Greg Sharpe is one of the good guys in this business. An extremely kind man of deep faith who happens to be an excellent broadcaster.
Praying for your recovery, Greg. Need you ready for football season. 👊🏻
Nebraska goes:
TD
forced fumble
TD
Lead 28-17.
Then onside kick.
Lose 31-28.
One decision may not get you fired. But it can accelerate the process.
#Huskers
Mom out of town with oldest kid.
Dad solo with “only” three.
6:30: wake kids
6:35: make breakfast
6:45: serve breakfast
6:55: pack lunch
7:05: take to bus stop
7:10: pray for mom to end vacation early
7:25: take daughter’s homework to school that she forgot
7:35: pray harder
On the flight to Baton Rouge.
Pilot: “Attention all you LSU fans, you’ve got a Georgia Bulldog flying this plane. I’m pulling for you guys this weekend. I’d much rather play you than Alabama.”
We’ve become so easily offended. Seasons were ripped away. Nebraska voiced its disagreement & spoke up for its players. Even Ryan Day said Monday OSU would explore its options. Kevin Warren acknowledged those voices came from a place of emotion & passion. Everyone will move on.
.
@DesmondHoward
just now on
@GetUpESPN
: “I would demand a public apology from Nebraska, and if I’m Kevin Warren, I’m working on a way to get their ass out of the Big10. They ain’t Notre Dame, baby. They don’t have that cache.”
I’m continually amazed at the work CFB social media teams produce.
I’m also amazed at how good of a teammate Adrian Martinez continues to be. His character is evident in the first minute of the video.
The best performance from week one?
Tom Luginbill navigating the scrum following the Duke/Clemson game.
Had good pad level, created space, shed blocks and finished strong.
His coach is gonna be pleased when he goes back and watches the film.