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Let me just clarify my whole position, we suck and it’s unacceptable. We have a ton of bad players. We have got to fix that fast. Eric is not an idiot. He knows the reality that we all do. I’m pissed. I hate this shit. We can’t afford better, so let’s invest. Some of y’all just gripe and don’t give and you might as well leave if that’s the way you’re gonna treat it.

This is the chicken and egg thing. We will never catch up unless we buy. I hope this is a short term problem and the NCAA gets ahold of this problem bud in the interim, if we want to compete, we need better players and that literally costs money. I hate it. It’s stupid. But it’s the way it is. I really hope it doesn’t stay that way.

They do it for 2-3 years then suck again. It’s not real.

I actually respectfully, disagree. I think Eric is a great coach. Sure, he’s learning and sorting through shit from a HC perspective. We, as a University and fanbase, just don’t provide the support necessary at the level we have to to achieve the success we expect. We are cheap. If you care, pay. And don’t stop. Because our competitors won’t stop. This is a money game now more than ever. But, we are a middle class school and that’s what we will get unless we decide to fight for it as a FANBASE. Money is the key. Do what you can guys. Whatever it is. If you want it to be different, find a way to give more. I know that sounds sucky but it’s the truth.

Haha how about 8 down linemen to start the game?

Oh gawd they even just broadcasted it

This is 100% correct. With proper technique the number of down linemen doesn’t matter. Having the ability to move an extra guy around actually helps in most situations. Watch Big 12 defenses do this well. Just sticking another hand in the dirt isn’t the magic elixir so many on this board think it is. It’s technique. Attacking blockers and jamming up assignments. We’ve just been pushed around and out of position. This is a great post that needed to be said!

The lack of white jerseys is pretty embarrassing

Stop it!

HAVE! Would HAVE!

If we make it to 6 wins this is a must win. I actually think the triple option can help condense things down for our defense (not holding my breath). If they can actually fill the box and not worry so much about spreading out in coverage it may help. Lotta points, whatever happens.

The Kelly Green is much prettier. I agree that we need to find a better, more identifiable helmet. I really do believe a small SOW would work but it’s awkward with the way today’s helmets are shaped. I love the worm and the interlocked NT and it’d be cool to see either worked in with our modern helmets. I’m also psyched to see the strutting Eagle. We’ve been through several iterations and I honestly love them all and wouldn’t mind seeing any old logo on the helmet but worked into the modern design.

Absolutely! Honest and flexible. Obviously knows his Xs and Os. Hold him accountable for sure but give the man time. To tell the truth he seems to crave accountability. This could truly turn into a great relationship.

Yep that was the year before he got there. He was fortunate enough to go to three Cotton Bowls in four years. Most likely the greatest Cougar years to date. Couldn’t have been more fortunate to be a part of those teams. The Houston fandom of my youth has no doubt carried over to my Eagledom. So many parallels but the SWC has a lot to do with it. We can talk about our 80s choices but now is now. I’m doing my best to give where I can and will continue to do so. Met my wife at NT and it’s my place now. I just want my family to have Saturdays we can enjoy and be proud of. Our cloth is an important one.

He looks like a 19th century Italian baker who is eager to know what you’d like to order because you’re the first person to come into his bakery in days.

Yes indeed. It was a frustrating time growing up a Coog. I was in HS. We were season ticket holders then. My dad was on those mid 70s teams. I loved plenty of those players 2001. Joffrey Reynolds, Orlando Iglesias, Brandon Middleton, Key Bell, Stanford Route, Rex Hadnot. I’m sure I’m forgetting some that I loved to watch. Plenty of electric receivers, just a lazy offensive scheme with slow quarterbacks and bad discipline. Beating Louisville to end the next season was almost as satisfying as seeing Dimel go. Now it’s probably time to see another Dana go, as much as I hate that it hasn’t worked out.

They've been selling some cool stuff with this logo https://untstadiumstore.textbooktech.com/search?type=default&q=strut Also - the Homefield stuff has it on several items too https://untstadiumstore.textbooktech.com/search?type=default&q=homefield

Big win tonight!

Terribly sad

Houston went winless in 2001

Super cool of Eric to call in. We’ve still got a ways to go but he is family and he’s doing the right things. I love that guy!

haha this board has gone mad

Well, by going to the games you're financially supporting. But I dont think @Collin1unt is particularly wrong if he means an actual donor. We need more money. It doesnt have to be much, but please, please give what you can. We need it so badly. I don't think it's an elitist thing to say support your school financially. Buy tickets, join the MGSF (even if it's just $250 or $25), join the NTAA....I think the point is that your greenbacks are the same as your vote. Words are words but money actually talks. We are all in different situations financially, but literal buy in does actually matter.

Yeah Coach O, keep running your mouth to the people you're accountable to that you don't want them to hurt your feelings. Feels like the same as "respect my decision". I'm still all in on Eric getting his fair shake and I truly do like him. But we will hold you accountable. Period.

Totally agree with you. I actually did the same thing you did this evening in watching the first half. We are definitely a small front defensively and that part can’t be fixed immediately but they really were flying around and reading plays well. Just wrap up and finish the play and be disciplined enough not to overrun the play. I thought Earle mostly looked great in the first half until he started pressing a little bit after the run game started really failing. Our OLine development has got to happen fast. Our secondary and linebackers need to fill a lot better. But you’re right overall that so much of this was execution rather than scheme. Many will say that’s still on Eric and staff and they wouldn’t be wrong, but you make adjustments based on the things you observe and they have a chance to do that now. I was really enjoying my Saturday at DATCU until I wasn’t and then I got pretty pissed off when it felt like the team lost its fight. But I certainly felt better about it after actually sitting down to watch. We are so deep at skill positions on offense and Stone can really make the throws. Now let’s play some defense and block. I think we will have a chance.