Quack Fix: With Final Four set, Oregon coaching search kicks into high gear; spring practice begins tomorrow
by jtlight on Mar 29, 2010 6:26 AM PDT
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PrintThe coaching search is getting fast and furious, and the Ducks are not pulling any punches and are going after just about every name imaginable.
- A big name that popped up over the weekend was Tom Izzo, as KEZI is claiming that Oregon is set to offer him a contract which would make him the richest coach in college basketball. However, KVAL is reporting that Izzo and Oregon have not talked, and that when (and if) contact happens, it will merely be a 'temperature check.' Unfortunately, I find the likelihood of Izzo leaving MSU to be almost nil (and Jay Jones at DSN agrees), but if there were any coach I could pick to come to Oregon, it would be Izzo. What I take from all this is that Oregon is going to throw the whole bank at a big coach that shows interest. If Izzo shows any interest, he would likely get the biggest contract offer in college basketball. I doubt this will lure him (he could get this offer from almost anywhere), but this definitely sends a message about the nature of this coaching search.
- With Mark Turgeon apparently out of the coaching search, the next realistic goal looks to be Jamie Dixon of Pittsburgh. But the main constant during all of this is uncertainty, as Kilkenny and possibly candidates negotiate with each other and their current schools. Tubby Smith has been particularly confusing, with reports that he's not a candidate, and also that he has been offered as coach of the Ducks.
- Oregon is looking to put a tumultuous offseason behind it as spring football starts tomorrow. Obviously, the main story will be the QB battle, as Nate Costa and Darron Thomas battle for Jeremiah Masoli's old job. It will be very interesting to see how the players respond to all the offseason chaos. Chip Kelly has shown the ability to channel adversity into hard work, so let's hope that's the case again.
- One former Duck that is trying to help during this time is Saul Patu. He had his share of troubles as a teen and as a Duck, but was able to grow up while he was a member of the football team. His story is one that players and fans can learn from.
- In proof that throwing down money for a good coach will lead to success, look no further than the Oregon baseball team. But the Ducks were rudely awakened to Pac-10 play when they visited Arizona, losing their first two games 3-9 and 4-8. In the final game of the series, they were down 5-8 entering the 9th inning before scoring 4 runs to win their first Pac-10 game 9-8. The Ducks were down to their final out, but four consecutive hits, capped off by a three run homer by Jack Marder gave the Ducks the lead, and then Scott McGough struck out two in the 9th to pick up the save. It wasn't the easiest weekend for the Ducks, but picking up the win in the final inning was huge.
- Ashton Eaton is getting a lot of attention after his world record in the heptathalon, and rightly so. It's also changing his career, and he could very well be headed to London in 2012. Eaton has the temperament to become a true star for a sport that can be often overlooked. Eaton has a lot of big things in store for him, and it will be very exciting to see him succeed in the future.
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Back from the basement of the AtQ pool!
I have moved into 13th with a game to go I can still score. Go WVU!
by hazmat5793 on Mar 29, 2010 7:24 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
Nice win for the baseball team
The Pac 10 looks pretty darn good this year. Arizona, ASU, UCLA – they’re all great teams. So to get out of there with a win is a positive sign. It would be nice to see them go .500 or better in conference play.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
It will be interesting to see who we really offered
when we get our coach. One thing about PK2’s approach is it lends itself to lots of rumors. Hopefully Kilkenny gets his man this week and we can move on to recruiting.
I too hope that Kelly is able to focus the team like he did last year and they turn the embarrassment of all the troubles into good play on the field.
Thankfully we have an easy warmup game
To get things right this year.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Just watching ESPN and they had Izzo on the phone about final 4
And the reporter said she had breaking news about him and said Oregon plans to offer a contract. He said nobody from Oregon has contacted him yet. . .
Well since his season is still ongoing, nobody could contact him anyway.
by westspec on Mar 29, 2010 9:01 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I would LOVE for it to happen
I don’t think it will but if it does, that would be awesome.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
its spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-O-B-L-I-G-A-T-E-D-T-O-D-O-I-T"
by JShufelt on Mar 29, 2010 8:59 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
I'm a little confused and in need of clarification
Is there a scenario where this could result in a reset of the incident counter?
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
Let's get some love for the golf team!
Saw the post on the FanShots that we’re number #1!!! That’s huge.
I'm not a troll, I just have really dumb opinions.
by MurphyLPiddleton on Mar 29, 2010 9:23 AM PDT reply actions
I just spotted Snooki from Jersey Shore. Yay.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 10:00 AM PDT reply actions
The chances of getting Izzo are close to zero
there really is no incentive to come here. He’s paid well and has a winner. I’d be shocked if he even considered it.
That said, I like the approach. Go after the best coaches with a ton of cash and see if you can get one to bite. It worked for the baseball team—nobody thought Horton would leave his national champion alma mater to build a program from scratch, but he did.
We only need one coach to want to come here, and you never know until you ask. But Phil Knight is making it clear—he wants a winner, and money is not an issue. He’s not the best owner in college sports for nothing.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, SBN's Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Mar 29, 2010 10:09 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Best owner in college sports?
Owner, donor? Tongue, cheek?
by HoodRiverDuck on Mar 29, 2010 10:24 AM PDT up reply actions
He's the best uncle in college sports.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 10:25 AM PDT up reply actions
I’m lost. Who is this supposed to be?
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
I was afraid I'd be stupid for asking the same question.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
The funny thing is if you google image search “Phil Knight” this picture comes up and I’m afraid axemen posted it thinking it’s actually him. I sure as hell hope I’m wrong.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
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Personal expirement
to see if anyone actually checked the reference jpegs people put on here.
I can haz footbawl?
I didn’t have to check the reference jpeg to know something was wrong.
IT’S A PICTURE! It sort of “showed me.”
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
I'm confused, what is "a picture"?
My parents don't believe in Canzano either.
by Bill Musgrave on Mar 29, 2010 5:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Still elusive this concept, I'm going to need a diagram.
My parents don't believe in Canzano either.
by Bill Musgrave on Mar 29, 2010 6:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Is this from campus, or oktoberfest?
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
It’s actually a sign on Bill’s lawn
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
Phil Knight is a benevloent dictator for Oregon athletics
But I’m 100% okay with that.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
rec for best owner in college sports
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
by trumpetduck on Mar 29, 2010 12:07 PM PDT up reply actions
If Izzo wins the National Title this year, does he decide he wants a new challenge and gobs of money and moves out west?
Just a theoretical question.
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by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 10:15 AM PDT reply actions
With all due respect (and I don't mean that to mean "Fuck you"; I actually mean with all due respect)
Why the hell not? Seems to me that it’s a perfect storm for a job for him, and he’s at the pinnacle of his tenure at MSU. He’ll already be remembered as one of the best MSU, Big Ten, and NCAA coaches ever, why not come to a brand new state-of-the-art arena, ability to build a whole new team and staff, and make more money on top of all of that?
Well, who knows. Perhaps he wants to take on a new challenge,
If he does, Oregon would be the place to be. And I hope he does want a new challenge.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
If that’s what he wants there are soon to be 5-10 NBA teams that will give him that, and that money will actually be better.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
He's turned down big NBA cash before.
He’s wired for the college game, and he seems to be one of the few coaches able to recognize that about himself. That said, I’m pretty sure our Ducks will not sniff Tom Izzo. I hope I’m wrong.
yes
yes, and yes
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 4:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Chip Kelly’s reply to this comment:
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 10:18 AM PDT up reply actions
Because we spent 200 million on a new stadium so we need a big name coach which costs lots of money.
Kelly was getting his first chance at head coaching a major college team. Izzo is in his 6th final four in 13 years.
by westspec on Mar 29, 2010 10:33 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Because Tom Izzo has accomplished more than Chip Kelly
that said, Chip Kelly is going to be in line for a very substantial raise. Very substantial.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, SBN's Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Mar 29, 2010 10:19 AM PDT up reply actions
yeah im sure Chip is going to be ok
Coronas are pretty cheep
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
by trumpetduck on Mar 29, 2010 12:08 PM PDT up reply actions
but the price of limes could skyrocket due to the unusually cold temperatures in the South this winter, and a Corona without a lime is just disgusting …. PANIC!!!!
Oh My God
I never though of that, we are effed.
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
by trumpetduck on Mar 29, 2010 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions
The piece about Patu was very good
What a great story. Hopefully he can get with the guys on the football team and help them out.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
Today's rumor..
Per a friend, who heard it from a friend who was the best man at another friend’s wedding, and that friend is allegedly in the Oregon athletic department:
Per this friend of a friend of a friend, Mark Few is a done deal.
Supposedly, through this third-hand contact, the players have already been notified.
Just throwing it out there, in the grand tradition of the internets.
BENZDUCK FOR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR!
Why the hell not?
Again, love for it to happen
Don’t see it.
If it did, it would be interesting to see how badly the Zags might falter.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
I'd rather Few than Dixon or Tubby, by far.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
Quick post it on twitter so it becomes true!
"WIll it be (insert QB name here) or will it be James, will it be James or will it be (insert QB name here)?"
-B. Musberger, (Ducks 1st and Goal in 2nd OT @ Arizona)
That’s what we lawyers call triple hearsay!
by westspec on Mar 29, 2010 11:35 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Woah time to celebrate, I'm going to start drinking now
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
Post it on Twitter and consider it a done deal.
Friend of a friend of a friend is almost as solid as Twitter, but not quite.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
done deal
The done deal is Izzo
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions
links
I don’t know about links. I’ve been watching/reading everyone flick you crap for several months now. YOU were my motivating factor that made me sit down and finally figure out how to post on this thing. At least I was a good girl and cited only my friend in Michigan for my Izzo is the Man post.
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 4:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Not sure whether to take that as an insult or not...
Anyway, I’ve cited much better sources than a person halfway across the country, and gotten hanged for it.
I can haz footbawl?
Not
Not an insult. My source is very, very good, and right in YoooJean What complicates everything is MSU’s ridiculous run and KS not cooperating!
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 4:49 PM PDT up reply actions
As I said below.
I hope you are right, but I still remain skeptical about these rumors.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
yup same here
so wait you were “inspired” in a positive way by me? That’s a first on this site
I can haz footbawl?
inspired
I was worried that you were one of my grandsons. Some of what you do/say sounds like one or two of them. That’s why I couldn’t ask for their help with computer stuff like I usually do.
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 5:06 PM PDT up reply actions
grandkids
There are 10 of them. All boys…ages 2 and a half to 19. Five are17-19 and crazy enough to keep me young (thinking)!
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 5:24 PM PDT up reply actions
I was worried that you were one of my grandsons.
Are you related to benzduck?
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
no
at least not that I’m aware of
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 5:34 PM PDT up reply actions
No, but I think I’m in love.
BENZDUCK FOR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR!
Why the hell not?
by benzduck on Mar 29, 2010 7:10 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
rec’d for obvious reasons…and a couple not so obvious ones
--Dominic, Addicted to Quack
Autzen Stadium is where great teams go to die." - J. Brady McCullough, The Michigan Daily.
I just read a story that Izzo has not even been contacted by UO.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
I do find it interesting that what izzo said was a classic "non-denial denial"
“I haven’t been contacted,” Izzo said. “The truth of the matter, whenever you have success, you get to be one of 10 names that pop up on these lists. I haven’t been contacted, and I’m not going to comment on it again. I have a job to do, and I’m happy with the job I have.”
make of it what you will.
I can haz footbawl?
there's also this
We reportedly offered the job to Tubby Smith with a contract upwards of 2 million a year. He hasn’t accepted or declined yet according to the article (the twin cities press)
I can haz footbawl?
Nonononononono!!!!!!!
Not Tubby Smith. He is a thousand times better than Carlesimo, but a thousand times worse than Few, Alford, Izzo, and a dozen or so others.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
There are also sources saying that Tubby has not been a candidate. The bullshit is very very thick.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Of course he hasn't been contacted.
They do all this stuff through agents.
They don’t contact the coach himself until it’s close to a done deal.
Now, if someone had asked Izzo “Has your agent been in contact with Oregon regarding the vacancy?”, his answer would be “I don’t know, I’m busy coaching my team into the Final Four, why don’t you ask him?”
BENZDUCK FOR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR!
Why the hell not?
Well then,
Lets find out Izzo’s agent and contact him!
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
contacted
He can’t be “officially” contacted till after the tournament. I"m out of the state right now, but if I knew how to chirp, or tweeter or whatever, I’d REALLY keep you posted!
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Well,
I remain very skeptical about all of the Izzo rumors. However, I hope like hell you are correct.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Anybody planning of going to Spring Practices?
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
I’ll be in Eugene with little to do, I’ll probably head out there.
They call him Rags. Where he goes, no-hitters follow.
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if the weather actually turns to spring maybe
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
by trumpetduck on Mar 29, 2010 12:09 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m going to the Spring Game fuh SHO!
"Maybe your parents didn't believe in you."
by MarineCorpsDuck on Mar 29, 2010 12:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Allowing Masoli to stay. If honesty is so important to Chip, then why is he letting Masoli stay? I like the idea of Masoli never playing another snap but finishing his degree … that makes for a nice story, but it’s too likely that he will be a distraction to the team since until the day he loses his eligibility or suits up and plays again, it will always be a story brought up by the media and opposing fans.
I don’t think its a mistake to let someone work out on a scout team. It provides needed direction in a young man’s life who may be at a cross-roads. Football provides an outlet for Masoli, allows him to remain in close contact with not only his friends on the team, but coaches who can have a positive impact on Masoli learning from his mistake and making the most of his life. I think this is a good call by Kelly.
He could have learned from his mistakes in California already. Don’t get me wrong, I like the idea that Masoli will practice, stay out of trouble and graduate without ever again seeing the field. I’m just not sure that he will do that.
Did you know Howard Hobson used to coach the baseball team too? I didn't.
Here’s a really cool story about a couple of old webfeet who ran into each other at the baseball game with Arizona the other day.
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
CHIP KELLY HAS LOST CONTROL OF THE MINNESOTA FOOTBALL PROGRAM
Minnesota suspended starting S Kyle Theret indefinitely for unspecified violation of team rules
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Minnesota loses the day.
Chip Kelly shakes his head in sadness.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
I read that whole article,
and he never mentions axemen23 once. Go figure.
by HoodRiverDuck on Mar 29, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
EDSBS just cracks me up
First they started off with this little winner about Laney Boy at USC
LIFE IS JUST SO NORMAL FOR HIM THERE. Lane Kiffin says life for him at USC is just so normal. He can go to the grocery store without signing autographs, for instance, without being harassed for autographs for hours on end. Fun note! In three years you’ll be able to do that anywhere, Lane. BTW, during said grocery store visit, Kiffin wrecked a cart, promised the meat guy’s son playing time he’d never be able to give him, put 28 items in his cart in the fifteen items or less lane, and then left without paying.
and then ended with this great line
WANTED: QUARTERBACK. Must be able to hand off to indestructible four foot tall running back. Location: Corvallis. Job perks: will probably win eight or nine games no matter what happens.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
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EDSBS is pretty damn amazing.
I mean, just thinking of the Gary Busey picture still makes me giggle like a little girl.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Spencer Hall in particular
Maddest of the mad geniuses. Literally, I’m all atwitter when I read his posts, because I know something awesome is going to happen.
by HoodRiverDuck on Mar 29, 2010 5:13 PM PDT up reply actions
You rang?
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
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by Matt Daddy on Mar 29, 2010 5:34 PM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
I was casually scrolling down this page and then this appeared right before my eyes.
Timing was brilliant, minding my own business then “poof”, I can’t stop laughing.
My parents don't believe in Canzano either.
by Bill Musgrave on Mar 29, 2010 5:35 PM PDT up reply actions
You have to watch out for it. The Busey family will sneak up on you when you’re not expecting it. Then all of a sudden you’re caught in the little girl’s cross eyed stare, or the mystery of the little boys smile and you can do nothing but just stare at them and laugh uncontrollably.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
But somehow....
But Matt Daddy….I’m having trouble visualizing the guy in the pic in a speedo!
Things that matter most should never be at the mercy of things that matter least.
by originalsportsmama on Mar 29, 2010 5:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh dear lord no.
Axe, don’t get any funny ideas here man.
My parents don't believe in Canzano either.
by Bill Musgrave on Mar 29, 2010 5:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Our general manager in our office..the big honcho...he has a family picture in this exact setting.
Him standing in the back with his wife and 2 kids below. I asked his assistant if it was okay to use the Busey Family Picture on his family portrait. She said ‘hell yes’ after seeing it. We’re taking office bets to see how long it’ll take him to notice it’s not his family on the bookshelf next to him.
I fucking hate you Mariners
This is a great story. If someone replaced my family photo with the Buseys, I don’t know if I would be pissed, laugh my ass off, or say screw it, this is better I’m leaving it.
You have to tell us how this turns out.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
Well,
I just got a new mac book and have no idea how to paste stuff so I won’t add a link. BUT ECU HAS OVERTAKEN US FOR THE FULMER CUP LEAD!
Chip Kelly has lost control of East Carolina.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Yep.
EDSBS just did a story about it, ECU is leading the Fulmer Cup. WE ARE LOSING TO ECU AT SOMETHING (to TQA8, yes I know Chris Johnson went to ECU. And yes, he is fast).
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
TQA8
is current somewhere along the northern South Carolina border trying to drown his sorrows from yesterday.
I can haz footbawl?
and speaking of south carolina...this is by far the best offensive "package" in college football
Best name for non-QB attack? RT @gamecocksblog CB Stephon Gilmore is now runnin the Wild Cock. DT Melvin Ingram is the fullback in package.
Via Bruce Feldman’s twitter.
I can haz footbawl?
Did anyone notice
They left out the matt simms incident? link
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
Thanks a bunch.
You sir, are truly a godsend.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
there's also this
taylor lilley selected for the NCAA 3-point shooting contest to be held thursday night in Indy.
I can haz footbawl?
Mark Few
Does his assistants departure to BSU make his leaving Gonzaga more or less likely?
I mean, on one hand, the guy was the heir apparent, so maybe he left because Few indicated (by another rejection of an Oregon offer) that he was never going to leave.
On the other hand, maybe he left because Few indicated he was leaving (for Oregon), and he wanted to have some control over his fate?
I heart taxes.
Less
Rice was, from most indications, the head coach in waiting and it was in his contract. Him leaving would seem to signal that Few isn’t. GU seems to want to keep the bloodline as their coach. Monson→Few→Rice was the logical chain if it were to happen that way and with Rice leaving it would seem to indicate Few isn’t. Why take over BSU when you can have the keys to dad’s car at GU?
Okay now, this meme has been dead for like a month.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
Back to Mark Few
A guy at a golf course (who lives in Spokane) told me that new Oregon interim AD is a close friend of Mark Few, for what it is worth.
My dog's groomer is Few's wife's sisters's daughter's best friend's groomer and she said that
they said, that Few doesn’t like dogs, so Gonzaga will probably be losing their coach. (oh this is all a lie by the way, I just wanted to hearsay it too)
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
Hey guys:
How ’bout we just let the damn coaching search play out, not drown ourselves in these lakes of frivolous bullshit, and wait for official word to come out?
Kthxbai!
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 7:41 PM PDT reply actions
What else do we have to do?
Speculating is fun.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
dont worry in less then 24 hours we get to speculate Costa or DT
weeeeee, football is back
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
I cannot wait to read how guys are playing in practice.
Finally something (hopefully) positive.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Why wait?
I want DT to be a stud and not even give Costa a chance. There, now fight!
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
there is nothing to fight about
I think we all agree. But it is also nice that if it is Costa we have a great story about a guy who stuck with it, never gave up and earned this chance. I believe we call this a win win win. And I win for successfully resolving a conflict on the internet.
I Don't Yell O I SCREAM!
It’s just ridiculously annoying. We’re going to hear mounds and mounds of bullshit for the next few months, and I, frankly, don’t want to deal with it. We’ve already gone through this with the LMJ/Masoli incidents. It’s tiring and I just don’t like it.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions
While I agree that the “I heard from a …” can get tiring, one of the things I said the other day was that this is the first real big time coaching hire Oregon fans have had to go through in 13+ years.
Personally, I am just trying to sit back and enjoy the process and see how it all plays out. Also, I don’t think it’s going to take months. I think Oregon wants to get this wrapped up sooner rather than later.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
What else do you expect?
The bottom line is we have a vacancy open and are willing to pay truckloads of cash for a big name coach. Of course rumors will fly around.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
I’ve heard that Mark Few, Izzo, and Tubby Smith are all “close to being for sure”.
O YA RLY?
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Thats exactly why so many names are being floated around.
Look at the names! Izzo, Few, Smith, those are big time coaches who will inherently bring big time rumors. Just be happy that UO is looking for a stellar, proven, big time coach.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
NO! I WANT MY HIGH SCHOOL'S COACH TO GO! 2 YEAR BACK TO BACK DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIPS, DAMMIT!
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 8:00 PM PDT up reply actions
That's right!
Would you rather hear a debate about which Jr. College we were holding interviews at? Or whether the guy from Portland State would consider moving up to D-1? No, we’re talking about huge names, guys who have cut the nets down in the big game. We’re looking at guys who have either taken small schools deep, or big schools all the way. That’s a big deal.
Not to mention, in our lifetimes we may never again have a moment like this; where the program is transforming not just in coach but moving into a new arena, leaving an era that lasted over a decade, and having everyone involved willing to invest heavily in the future. I plan to enjoy the ride, speculate the hell out of every rumor, and wonder which wall of Matt Court is open for the new guy to hang some banners.
I, frankly, don’t want to deal with it
The keyboard has a “z” key for a reason.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
It’s not like I can completely ignore it.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 8:29 PM PDT up reply actions
Come on, you live in Tennessee. It’s relatively easy to ignore it. It’s not like you’re getting pestered at work or school all the time. You (very much like me) get to choose what Duck news you pay attention to, and don’t. If you don’t want to speculate about coaching changes, ignore it.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
When I get on the site, it’s all I see.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Come on, you live in Tennessee.
Well this is news to me.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
Me too. I live in Tennessee?
I’m Ron Burgundy?
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Not just to you, but for future reference for everyone here, can we please include a subject line whenever a large picture is posted?
That way the comment can be collapsed.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
Or, for those of you html inclined
You can change the height to something smaller
by Brian Floyd on Mar 29, 2010 10:12 PM PDT up reply actions
re: Subject lines are overrated.
I agree
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
Fwd: Re: Subject lines are overrated.
Unless they are emails. I hate not having a subject line in an email.
its spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-O-B-L-I-G-A-T-E-D-T-O-D-O-I-T"
Is this a premium service?
Do we get paid for this? If you get something for free, don’t bitch about it.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, SBN's Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Mar 29, 2010 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
OT
But I just heard these words….
“Scrubs and Family Guy are both WAY better than Seinfeld!”
Dear god, what is wrong with my generation?
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 8:42 PM PDT reply actions
Family guy sucks
Old Scrubs was great. New scrubs sucks.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, SBN's Oregon Ducks blog
Seinfeld is the greatest sitcom of all time by far. South Park is just OK.
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 9:33 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
If we're talking sitcoms, South Park is outside of that category.
Curb Your Enthusiasm, a Larry David (producer of Seinfeld) work, is literally the funniest show I’ve ever watched.
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I have a Ropert is God™ complex.
I could never get into that show. It seemed like a collection of inside jokes that I just didn’t get
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
Big Bang Theory is the funniest show on TV these days.
Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Addicted to Quack
by Matt Daddy on Mar 29, 2010 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I’m actually more of a Will and Grace man!
Chip Kelly-Bustin' Out The Banhammer Since 2009
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Mar 29, 2010 9:55 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Agree on seinfeld
South Park is really hit and miss, sometimes it is the funniest shit ever, sometimes not so much.
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
You're clearly not highbrow enough
to handle Scrotie McBoogerballs
The Big East is now 1-3 so far - Greg Gumble
Axemen23 Ebay of the Day
It appears that Musgrave is working on paying off his debt to benzduck
I can haz footbawl?
Has KEZI lost credibility as a news organization yet?
Because this whole system of reporting by throwing crap at a wall and hoping it sticks is weird to me. First the Few rumors, which were odd and probably not worth reporting, and now the Izzo rumors, which the athletic department swatted down.
The idea of losing credibility implies that there was some to lose.
Just another shitty local organization trying to sell “news”.
My parents don't believe in Canzano either.
by Bill Musgrave on Mar 29, 2010 11:38 PM PDT up reply actions
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