Recent content by Battle89

All true, though I think of all schools we have given a UConn writer the most ammunition the last few years to feel that Illinois may not be all that. Hoping this year we turn that around.

And two first-place votes :love:

Prevent defense and all backups for the fourth quarter. Awful.

Preach

Feels like I just flashed back to a September football thread.

Sounds like you feel you have the high ground :LOL:

Kind of a big leap IMO Juice. If my best friend kicks me in the nuts then maybe I don't feel the same way about him anymore. You are placing a very small value (in the recipient's mind) on the awarding of the honorary degree. I lean more towards @Mr. Tibbs 's POV, the rejection is a direct...

I've always said that a football championship would be sweeter, just because it would be harder to do / longer odds / would elevate the national perspective of the whole school (a la Indiana). But by the same logic, we are far more likely to have national success (and have had some already) in...

just depends on whether ESPN is broadcasting that particular game

Seriously, just enjoy the game. Last thing you want is to make that trip and have your own experience diminished because you think you need to be on your phone making videos for people here.

Avatar does not ✅ ;)

Both sides of Bridgestone are really big, it's an Areana Grande. 😁

Dusting this off again...

Not true! I know several personally who like the Brewers but dislike the other Wisconsin teams. And for the record, it’s still Cubs first. I went to a Brewers/Cubs game in June and rooted for the Cubs. But that setup up there is just about perfect for pre and post game tailgating.

Didn't realize the Brewers hate was so virulent around here. Packers I get, especially this week. But a summer tailgate at Miller Park (screw the new name) followed by an evening game is a beautiful day. Plus I generally root against the favorite, that here meaning the Dodgers who can just...