Happy Thanksgiving From ATQ
by dvieira on Nov 26, 2009 9:02 AM PST
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PrintBefore we all descend into the triptafen-induced stupor, we here at Addicted to Quack would be remiss if we didn't thank you, the community of ATQ. All of the contributions you provide, both positive and negative, have made ATQ one of the premiere sports communities on the web and we couldn't have done it without you.
Not only have we reached major website traffic milestones, we have created a wonderful community centered around our mutual love for the Ducks. Whether it be ATQ readers answering the call to send kids to the Addicted to Quack Lacrosse Meetup earlier in the spring or the many, MANY community members that showed up to tailgate from all across the country (and the world in some cases). You were there.
From Jared, Dave, Nick, Jeremy, Paul and myself, have a happy and safe Thanksgiving and thank YOU for making ATQ part of your day. We have some other things we're thankful for after the jump.
Jared
I am thankful for LaMichael James.
Unless he's derailed by injuries, he'll be the best back in Oregon history. His combination of speed, agility, and power is a astounding.
I'm am thankful for the development of Jeremiah Masoli.
At the beginning of the season, he was a disaster. Inaccurate, poor decision making, you name it. But as the season has progressed, he's improved in every area of the game. His accuracy has improved dramatically, he's making all the right decisions. He knows when to make something happen, and when to not force the issue. His growth is the main reason for the success of the Oregon offense this season.
I am thankful for a top 20 defense (at least according to Football Outsiders).
They've taken their lumps recently, but they still lead the conference in passing efficiency allowed. They are second in the conference in sacks, and have looked incredibly stout at home. All off-season, we talked about how we needed a defense to match our offense, and it looks like we finally have it.
Nick
I am thankful for a Civil War with the Rose Bowl on the line.
Particularly after many of us were readjusting our expectations after the Boise State debacle and the uninspiring efforts against Purdue and Utah. The Ducks turned things around in a big way, setting up the showdown at Autzen next Thursday.
I am thankful for Nate Costa.
While Nate's collegiate career has not gone the way many of us had hoped, he has been the consummate teammate. What's more, his workmanlike performance notched an important win against UCLA and his clutch dig of an errant snap avoided disaster against Arizona. I am thankful that Nate has not only made meaningful appearances this season, but has played a significant role in multiple Oregon victories.
Jeremy
I am thankful for Steve Greatwood.
Most of the pre-season naysayers pointed to two things when reviewing Oregon. Chip’s first season as a head coach and a green offensive line. At Boise, the O-line did indeed look very green (and not the good, sexy alien kind). Every week from that point on that group has shown improvement. Folks, you don’t rush for 231 yards per game against the teams Oregon has played without an offensive line that is putting it on the opposing defense week in and week out. Greatwood – another amazing coaching job.
I am thankful for the Autzen experience and a bunch of you ATQ dudes.
I grew up going to Duck games, but am a season ticket holder this year for the first time. Through heat, cold, wind and rain I’ve enjoyed every minute of my time spent at Autzen. Even better, I’ve had the chance to tailgate with at least a dozen other ATQers. Several of which I now call friends. All of which seem to be great guys and the kind of Duck fans I am proud to be associated with.
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Allow me to add mine, as I was too dumb to hit "reply to all" on the email
I am thankful for Chip Kelly.
I think about where we were after the first game of the season and am just amazed. He handled the Blount situation perfectly. His offense is as prolific as ever. But, most importantly, he has the total respect of his players, and cares for every one of them. He has taken this team from one of its darkest nights and has them on the cusp of greatness. He has shown himself to be not just a brilliant football mind, but an incredible leader of men. With our program in his hands, we know we will be taken care of for a long, long time.
I am thankful for Walter Thurmond III.
He was injured so long ago, that we don’t remember or appreciate how he saved our ass in both the Purdue and Utah games. But I am even more thankful for his post injury contributions to this team. Following in the footsteps of Kellen Clemens and Dennis Dixon, though without the pub those two have gotten, he has taken our young defensive backs under his wing and become another coach and mentor on the team. The mark of a great teammate is doing whatever it takes to help the team, even if it doesn’t show up on the stat board. WT3 may only have limited opportunities to help this team, but he is making the most of them.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, SBN's Oregon Ducks blog
Good job fellas
I am thankful for ATQ, a place to remember old times, new times, home, and revel in the glory of our shared interest. A place you find as rational, level headed analysis as possible from home fans, and certainly intelligent, thoughtful discussion. A place where the wit rolls all day long and never fails to raise a smile. For those of us afar, a great respite. After all, we are all addicted, and this is the ultimate place to get a fix, with the most pure product, if you will.
Oh, and I’m thankful for everything JuJu throws at us, high and low. Big ups to youju.
I am also Terrell Brandon.
Thank you guys!
This is a great site and a great community. You guys keep things friendly, informative, and all about Quack! Have a great Thanksgiving, everybody!
Defending maligned chants since 2009
At many other blogs, I’d get yelled at for trying something as non-sequitur as Tako Tuesdays. AtQ has embraced it and for that, I’m thankful.
It's spelled "T-A-K-O-T-U-E-S-D-A-Y-S-!-!-!."
I support inroywetrust in his support of The VD Special in his support of me supporting Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
I am thankful for Juju
I am also thankful for the contributions of everybody on this site. The comments are fun, thought and discussion provoking, and sometime they really make me laugh.
Happy Thankgiving to everyone!!!!!
-Matt
Kenny Wheaton #20; The Pick - 1994 v UW. Matthew Harper #20; The Pick #2 - 2007 v USC. John Boyett #20;...
oh yeah
and I am very very very Thankful that Nate Costa got that extra point snap up for Flint to kick!
Kenny Wheaton #20; The Pick - 1994 v UW. Matthew Harper #20; The Pick #2 - 2007 v USC. John Boyett #20;...
Really?
Not Cliff Harris being cleared? I’m amazed
Juju, you complete me...And now as your humble-as-ever servant, I kindly request the following:
So, how is it that one brother is named "James", and the next one "Jacquizz"?
Anyways, based on the picture; they look as if they have a relationship thats a little too comfortable.
I am thankful for Tako.
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Officially getting some more often than The VD Special since 2009.
Awwww,
Well isn’t that sweet
Juju, you complete me...And now as your humble-as-ever servant, I kindly request the following:
So, how is it that one brother is named "James", and the next one "Jacquizz"?
Anyways, based on the picture; they look as if they have a relationship thats a little too comfortable.
I am thankful for Eddie Pleasant.
BAM!!! End of story!
Juju, you complete me...And now as your humble-as-ever servant, I kindly request the following:
So, how is it that one brother is named "James", and the next one "Jacquizz"?
Anyways, based on the picture; they look as if they have a relationship thats a little too comfortable.
I like what Dave wrote about Chip Kelly and Jeremy's concerning Steve Greatwood (what a name for a 0-line coach?)
And for that I am thankful. And that I can include Jerry Azzinaro, Pono Kam, Remene Alston, Josh Kaddu and where ever you are, the long lost Robby Valenzuela. It seems like I have been a Duck fan forever and yet have gotten more out of it this year becuz I’ve been AtQing. Perhaps if there is a tailgate for the CW I can find out where it is and come by for a moment and shake some hands. That would be a moment of gratitude for me. Thanx to all for the laughter. My best has been
S-H-U-F-E-L-T-M-E-U-P.
im thankful for:
all of you guys. and im thankful to coach bellotti for knowing when to step down. i bet we would have atleast one more loss this year if chip wasn’t the coach. even after boise i knew chip was a better coach than bellotti. that being said im thankful for the level coach bellotti took our program to. his success and hard work is what has resulted in my blood turning green and yellow. and since there are simply too many great players who have made irreplaceable differences on this team im going to pick just one: kenjon “the barn burner” barner. (i just thought of that nickname and i like it). he has been clutch! overexceeded more so than anyone on this team. the third down touchdown run to beat purdue. the kick return at ucla. etc. etc. his only fumbles have been inconsequential. no one could have predicted his role to be this big the night of the holiday bowl when last season ended. mostly " i just love my ducks"
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