78MUGrad

1978 MU graduate - BSCE. Professional Engineer specializes in higher-ed and k-12 sports facilities (stadiums, playing field, tennis courts, etc.)

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For those that have followed Missouri Basketball this year, you would have expected this. MIZZOU has been in almost every game this year, regardless of the level of competition. We had some key injuries early, but unsure if this does not go deeper. As the complete opposite of last year (when we found a way to win), this team seems to expect to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory time and again. We succeeded, again, last evening.
Another reinforcement that this year's Missouri basketball team can play with anyone for 32 to 35 minutes and always loses by 6-10 at the end of the game. Looking to next year with a great recruiting class ans a few more healthy players
Never thought I would see someone like LSU want to acquire Missouri's defense. May take a few games or a year to get players in the right spots and the right players for the style of play.
Takeaway 4 - cheating works if you are big enough
Disagree with the underlying premise this is about player and putting their interests above their school. When a player signs a scholarship they sign a contract to play for a school. In return Student gets free room and board, tutoring, cloths, and an OPPORTUNITY for a free education (remember small % get to pros), and exposure to professional ranks. Schools rely on revenue from bowl games to pay for the free-bees to the players. My opinion - The fix needs to be removal of opt outs and transfers happen AFTER Bowl season. You quit before end of bowl season, Student pays the school the value of the year's scholarship (probably exceeding $100K / yr for power 5 schools).
Fair number have complained about 3 quarters of defensive football - I thought that was a great part of the game. Regardless of whom OSU placed at QB, including a back, MU rarely gave them time to set and throw. The few time they had time, even their third string made a competent throw (and catch). I watched two, very well prepared defenses. I also saw MU finally adjust and find holes in the OSU defense. Congratulations to the kids and coaches for an excellent game by MIZZOU representing the SEC.
Hopefully Mizzou gave them large enough increases and incentives to actually lock them down. People like Notre Dame operate at different budget levels.
That's a new idea from Progressives - allow them a redo if they lose the first game. If they can win both, they get a bye playing themselves!
OSU might beat MIZZOU, but appears it will be without their starting quarterback
Well, writer went 5 and 9 on his predictions ......
Appreciate the attitude help TN provided Mizzou for yesterday - We watched and we watched last years TN touchdown from the goal line with seconds left on the clock. In contrast, with less than a minute left yesterday, Missouri took a knee.
VAVOL1, not the stat you want, but your punter was great. At time felt like our drives all started inside the 5 - he had a great game
Well, all the stats in the world mattered not once the players took the field...... MIZ!
Similar to LSU, Missouri can play with anyone (provided they bring 4 quarters of A game). Last year was surprised at the closeness of the Georgia game. Last year MIZZOU consistently found ways to lose late. This year, would a Georgia blowout surprise me, no. But then, neither would a MIZZOU upset.....
I prefer the block M on any color (black, white, or gold) over alternatives
Entertaining - my only surprise is Drinkwitz only earned 20%
Like the article pic that looks like targeting - LSU beat Missouri, but Missouri helped by deciding to play not to lose in the second half rather than attack as they did in the first. This is a Drinkwitz approach that has made blow-outs close and winnable games losses. Game was poorly officiated throughout - both ways.
Becoming conservative with a lead and letting teams back in has been a Coach Drinkwitz tradition for 3-years.
Concern is Cook's tendency to injury - this year due to a running play. His heart has never been in question. His passing dropped a couple of notches after the sprain as he could not plant. Hope he improves, or is allowed to heal. Rather lose Saturday and have him healthy for conference play.
Sold out non-conference game, student section full, win over an old rival, and having the fan base engaged; the fine is worth every penny.
D-Line-U; have to disagree, I find watching paint dry to be relaxing - watching MU play has me reaching for my blood pressure meds
Hmmm, according to the interview with Nwaneri, he said he had informed Coach Drinkwitz of his decision days before. Acting?
Fantastic - MU came in with #2 on the list, unfortunately as the donor. Georgia got a good one - best of luck in 23, Dominic!
What does this say when the biggest news for Missouri Football is getting on a 3-star's short list?
There is a bit more to the back story that has no value airing. Reality is MU has never competed in SEC baseball. Sometimes to justify the investment needed in both facilities and coaching, you start fresh. If MU does not win 7-8 football games this fall you may see that coach next. Desiree expects a higher level.
While I understand the player's thought they make the money for the University, they should get paid (more that the free room and board, education, etc.); to go down this path means the end of many Olympic and women's sports that make no revenue and live off football and basketball
Missouri is doing great so far - regardless of the SC outcome this week, it is already a good one. Using a constrant basketball cheer from the students this year, we "F@#ked KU" last night in Kaufman Stadium (KC) 8-3.