Coach Littrell Meeting the UNT Students and Fans

Christopher Walker · December 9, 2015

Are you married CW?

Yes? For three years now.

97and03 · December 9, 2015

Yes? For three years now.

so you have doubts? This is why you have to recruit well.

LongJim · December 9, 2015

Different strokes I guess. I'm glad a lot of folks have a sense of humor. See nothing wrong with that comment. It was playful.

MeanGreenTexan · December 9, 2015

Yes? For three years now.

And aren't you extremely proud of your wife?
If you were being interviewed with a bunch of people in attendance, and your wife was sitting over there, wouldn't you want to highlight her as well?

Christopher Walker · December 9, 2015

so you have doubts? This is why you have to recruit well.

The question is there to imply why does that matter?

And aren't you extremely proud of your wife? If you were being interviewed with a bunch of people in attendance, and your wife was sitting over there, wouldn't you want to highlight her as well?

Of course I am, and speak to her accomplishments often.

It just feels shallow and borderline objectifying simply to appeal to that base level line of thinking as a validation of self-worth. That's not to say that it's wrong to note when someone is incredibly attractive, not at all. But to then use that as a measuring stick is, well, offputting.

SilverEagle · December 9, 2015

And aren't you extremely proud of your wife? If you were being interviewed with a bunch of people in attendance, and your wife was sitting over there, wouldn't you want to highlight her as well?

That's my take on his comment. I make very similar comments all the time about my wife and why in the world she would be with me.

LongJim · December 9, 2015

It just feels shallow and borderline objectifying simply to appeal to that base level line of thinking as a validation of self-worth. That's not to say that it's wrong to note when someone is incredibly attractive, not at all. But to then use that as a measuring stick is, well, offputting.

I hear you, and understand your opinion, but I believe there was a different subtext that had nothing to do with his wife at all. Rather, it had to do with his own, *joking* reference to *his* self worth, his great fortune, and her graciousness. People get too wound up in innocuous, playful comments these days. That, to me, is the most off-putting thing.

UNTcrazy727 · December 9, 2015

I hear you, and understand your opinion, but I believe there was a different subtext that had nothing to do with his wife at all. Rather, it had to do with his own, *joking* reference to *his* self worth, his great fortune, and her graciousness. People get too wound up in innocuous, playful comments these days. That, to me, is the most off-putting thing.

Hear, hear! Nothing weird or off-putting by what Littrell said. Simply using a football reference to state the obvious.

Eagle-96 · December 9, 2015

Of course I am, and speak to her accomplishments often.
It just feels shallow and borderline objectifying simply to appeal to that base level line of thinking as a validation of self-worth. That's not to say that it's wrong to note when someone is incredibly attractive, not at all. But to then use that as a measuring stick is, well, offputting.

I see your point but I took it as self deprecation and a way to compliment his wife. She probably has many great qualities and accomplishments in life that have nothing to do with her appearance. In my experience most women appreciate the simple acts from their husband, or anyone for that matter, like being told they are beautiful. I think that was his way of saying it IMHO.

HoustonEagle · December 9, 2015

On a bit more serious note. His wife is from Muskogee as well. So I do think if Littrell has success here he will ideally want to stay unless one of the Oklahoma positions open up.

Green Lantern · December 9, 2015

I hear you, and understand your opinion, but I believe there was a different subtext that had nothing to do with his wife at all. Rather, it had to do with his own, *joking* reference to *his* self worth, his great fortune, and her graciousness. People get too wound up in innocuous, playful comments these days. That, to me, is the most off-putting thing.

Agree. Understand CW's point and respect his opinion.

Only reason for sharing the story was to allow those that weren't able to attend the meet and greet to get a sense about coach's relatability, quick wit and sense of humor. Many on the board had pointed out that he seemed nervous, but genuine during his press conference. In person, with the fans, I found him to be confident, humble and gracious in the interactions I witnessed. I happen to think these qualities will ultimately endear himself to UNT supporters and recruits alike.

Censored by Laurie · December 9, 2015

Agree. Understand CW's point and respect his opinion.

says the man with the top pick on the re-draft board.

KingDL1 · December 9, 2015

I loathe this line of thinking. Feels gross.

Chris it looks like he did quite well with his wife. Blow it off it is just a line and he knows the fans are concerned about recruiting. I like it that he is not polished BS artist.

Green92 · December 9, 2015

Wow, my head exploded reading through this post. If someone can't get that comment as 100% silly then maybe you need to unwind just a tad. Good grief.

Christopher Walker · December 9, 2015

Agree. Understand CW's point and respect his opinion.
Only reason for sharing the story was to allow those that weren't able to attend the meet and greet to get a sense about coach's relatability, quick wit and sense of humor. Many on the board had pointed out that he seemed nervous, but genuine during his press conference. In person, with the fans, I found him to be confident, humble and gracious in the interactions I witnessed. I happen to think these qualities will ultimately endear himself to UNT supporters and recruits alike.

Now that I can attest to as well. And guys, I'm not faulting the man for it, more taking note of the broader football culture overall.

Muschamp's use of the same line the other day was way more sickly.

97and03 · December 9, 2015

I like hot chicks and stuff.

Green P1 · December 9, 2015

I like hot chicks and stuff.

offputting

eulessismore · December 10, 2015

Now that I can attest to as well. And guys, I'm not faulting the man for it, more taking note of the broader football culture overall.
Muschamp's use of the same line the other day was way more sickly.

So, it wasn't just what he said as much as the way he said it? I think one thing to remember is that some things don't translate as well on the internet as in real time.

UNTLifer · December 10, 2015

Face it. Every man on here that is married out kicked his coverage. We are a motley crew and don't deserve the wives we were lucky enough to hornswoggle/bam boozle in to marriage.

Edited December 10, 2015 by UNTLifer

eulessismore · December 10, 2015

Face it. Every man on here that is married out kicked his coverage. We are a motley crew and don't deserve the wives we were lucky enough to horn swaggle in to marriage.

I suggest that you adopt the usage "hornswoggle", as it gets about 20 times the search results as "horn swaggle". I seriously suggest that anyone avoid looking up the term "hornswaggle" at work in the Urban Dictionary.

97and03 · December 10, 2015

Face it. Every man on here that is married out kicked his coverage. We are a motley crew and don't deserve the wives we were lucky enough to horn swaggle in to marriage.

Speak for yourself. I am awesome. Chicks dig me.

https://youtu.be/QJPYt9W_prI

emmitt01 · December 10, 2015

I like hot chicks and stuff.

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UNT Five&Dime · December 10, 2015

Face it. Every man on here that is married out kicked his coverage. We are a motley crew and don't deserve the wives we were lucky enough to horn swaggle in to marriage.

Your wife was looking over your shoulder, huh?

Edited December 10, 2015 by UNT Five&Dime