Quack Fix: With Thomas as QB Ducks prepare for New Mexico, Kenjon Barner ready to breakout
by jtlight on Aug 30, 2010 7:15 AM PDT
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PrintThat right everyone, it's game week! There was a lot of quack over the weekend, so let's get right to it:
- The big news on Friday was the announcement that Darron Thomas will be the Ducks' QB against New Mexico. Adam Jude has a piece on the reaction after Saturday's practice. Now the Ducks will work on getting the chemistry between the QB and receivers down. And let's not forget Nate Costa, who handled this entire situation with as much class as possible. Even if he's not the starting QB, he's one of the most important players on the team. KVAL has video interviews available from Kelly, Helfrich, Costa, and Thomas from Saturday's practice, so check those out.
- George Schroeder had a more Thomas-centric article, gauging how the redshirt sophomore is reacting to his promotion. While Schroeder had publicly written that Costa should get the job, he's praising Thomas now. Off the field, he's handling everything well, but he knows he has a lot of work to do if the Ducks want to achieve their goals this season.
- With LaMichael James suspended for this weeks game, Kenjon Barner will be leading the running backs. Barner had done a great job for much of 2009, but really burst onto the scene during the Rose Bowl, when he had 227 all-purpose yards. But like much of last years young team, he was still going on instinct, which led to inconsistency for much of the year. But after an offseason of hard work, with his future role known, he's made huge strides, and has his "flow back," according to RB coach Gary Campbell. KVAL has an interview with Barner available.
- New Mexico is preparing for the house of horrors that is Autzen Stadium, but though they know they'll have a stiff test, they are looking forward to putting a tumultuous 2009 season behind them.
- With one week to go, everyone's making their yearly predictions. Matt Daddy posted the predictions of all the ATQ writers over the weekend, and Avinash from CalGoldenBlogs posted a preseason poll compiled by the SBNation Pac-10 bloggers. Unlike the media, the Pac-10 bloggers are quite skeptical of USC. Ted Miller also got in on the action, and made some predictions of his own.
- Oregon women's soccer had a tough game over the weekend. Despite out-shooting SMU 22-3, the game ended in a scoreless tie. Oregon's record is now 1-1-1.
- Jon Wilner has the latest Pac-10 expansion rumors. The latest gossip is that the California schools may end up with the Arizona schools, though if that happens, expect the Northwest schools to receive some scheduling and revenue concessions.
Got anything else to share? Leave it below. 5 days! GO DUCKS!
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Eddie Murphy theorized that if you are starving, and somebody gives you a cracker, you’re going to think that cracker is the best thing you’ve ever eaten.
Is anybody else as stoked for USC @ Hawaii on Thursday as I am?
The U of O: Where idle hands are the devil's worksh... um, there's a naked Oregon State lineman upstairs
yes
and we will have an open thread. I’m so desperate that I’ll probably watch Southern Miss/South Carolina and Pitt/Utah as well
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, your friendly, neighborhood Oregon Ducks blog
Ah, so this is what it feels like to have your baseball team completely out of it by the beginning of September. I’m not sure I like it…but I AM excited for college football! It’s all I got.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
A lot of other Angels fans don’t feel this way (the dumb bitter ones at least), but I’m happy for you guys. I still love Vlad and there are a lot of other exciting players on the Rangers. I worry about your pitching staff in October (Cliff Lee and pray for rain?), but heck, the Angels staff in ‘02 wasn’t that much better, if at all. Should be some good playoff baseball.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
After a hot tear, Vlad has really worn down since the all-star break. While he did provide a nice presence in the middle of the lineup for the the first-half of the season, I would not be upset if the Rangers didn’t re-sign him next season.
The playoff pitching staff for the Rangers does not actually worry me all the much. After Lee, the Rangers have Colby Lewis and CJ Wilson, both of whom have been very solid this year. I am more worried about the Ranger’s offense, which has been scuffling of late.
Yeah, Vlad is old and slow, and I think his first half resurgence was largely a product of an offseason of getting healthy plus playing in Arlington. I still love watching the guy hit.
Defending maligned chants since 2009
He used to literally golf low pitches out of the park when he played for l’Expos de Montreal.
I remember watching an Expos-Braves game circa 2002 where he literally hit one 460 feet off of his shoelaces.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm pretty used to this feeling by now
only change competely out of it by the beginning of September to completely out of it by the beginning of May :P
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, your friendly, neighborhood Oregon Ducks blog
Hey
At least you aren’t still clinging to the glory of Kirk Gibson’s home run from 22 years ago. Little did I know that all subsequent baseball memories would be an incredible disappointment for me in comparison.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:30 PM PDT up reply actions
at least you have glory to cling to.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, your friendly, neighborhood Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Aug 30, 2010 12:52 PM PDT up reply actions
116 wins
is a pretty good consolation prize though. That’s a lot of wins.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd trade it for a title.
"I have a very strong distaste for Oregon State and Washington. Also Stanford.
Don’t forget Presbyterian v. Wake Forest!!
by SeattleDucks on Aug 30, 2010 8:30 AM PDT up reply actions
an open thread for just the one game, or for opening night as a whole?
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
the night as a whole
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, your friendly, neighborhood Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Aug 30, 2010 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
Volleyball is also underway, as they went 3-0 to win the Fresno Classic. The home slate starts Wednesday night against Florida Gulf Coast at 7.
"[T]here's only one team that has a chance to try to repeat." ~ Sean Payton
Who is going to win the Oregon State TCU game?
Stackin' wins like legos; toastin' Pac-10 like de eggos
TCU duh.
Notes to Broyposse: "Don't let him pull that move, Don't let him pull that move! That's the move! Ohhhhhhh that's the move!"
You don’t think that OSU is going to win their season-opening game against a big non-conference opponent?
"[T]here's only one team that has a chance to try to repeat." ~ Sean Payton
by AllSaintsDay on Aug 30, 2010 9:19 AM PDT up reply actions
Just like the ducks last year??
Notes to Broyposse: "Don't let him pull that move, Don't let him pull that move! That's the move! Ohhhhhhh that's the move!"
I'm feeling a shoot out.. anything can happen.
Notes to Broyposse: "Don't let him pull that move, Don't let him pull that move! That's the move! Ohhhhhhh that's the move!"
I want a 10-0 season prior to Dec-4-2010
With a final record of 11-1. How heart wrenching would that be if OSU lost 3rd year in a row, this time not only for the Rose Bowl but a possible National Championship, I doubt it will happen but it would be sweet
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
I like the Beavers — I really do — but I think the smart money’s on TCU.
Ted Miller thinks that OSU will knock of either TCU or Boise. I don’t agree.
The U of O: Where idle hands are the devil's worksh... um, there's a naked Oregon State lineman upstairs
by ProbablyMonty on Aug 30, 2010 9:49 AM PDT up reply actions
TCU wins the home game
The game I almost hope OSU wins is at FBSU three weeks later if BSU beats VT (which I don’t think they will). I want that team to understand they aren’t really THAT great.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
TCU with the spread!
Notes to Broyposse: "Don't let him pull that move, Don't let him pull that move! That's the move! Ohhhhhhh that's the move!"
I’m not really sure what a “scheduling concession” would look like in that scenario. If anyone had a thought on that I’d appreciate it. Keeping a nine-game schedule helps somewhat, but it still cuts the Northwest out of California more than any other plan. If every school in the North is looking for concessions, what’s there to give?
“Surprise! Every time you play USC you get to play @ USC so you can keep recruiting LA” doesn’t sound too great to me. And if this scenario is being used to hold equal revenue sharing hostage… well that’s not great either.
I liked this a lot
Oregon is the conference favorite. Oregon State is a consensus No. 3 pick. USC is No. 2 but ineligible. Expect the Civil War, for a third consecutive season, to decide who goes to the Rose Bowl.
From Ted Miller on ESPN
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I'm good at everything." - Demetri Martin
Jared...
You have any pull with SB Nation? If so, can we get Kenjon Barner listed as a RB instead of a DB on his profile? Seems like someone dropped the ball on that one…He’s too good to let this slip by.
May we hand you your taints on a silver platter...
The Herbies
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/preview10/news/story?id=5500472
RIGHT TO EXCITE: MOST EXCITING PLAYERS
1. Jacquizz Rodgers, Oregon State
2. LaMichael James, Oregon
3. Jake Locker, Washington
4. DeMarco Murray, Oklahoma
5. Noel Devine, West Virginia
BORN TO RUN: BEST RUNNING BACKS
1. Ryan Williams, Virginia Tech
2. Mark Ingram, Alabama
3. DeMarco Murray, Oklahoma
4. LaMichael James, Oregon
5. Evan Royster, Penn State
REMEMBER ME: BEAT THE BANDWAGON
1. Greg Reid, Florida State
2. Cameron Newton, Auburn
3. Kenjon Barner, Oregon
4. Will Hill, Florida
5. Garrett Gilbert, Texas
Just for starters, more UO love in there, although he then picks Furd to win the Pac…
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Also has LaMichael winning anklebreakers award
Stackin' wins like legos; toastin' Pac-10 like de eggos
by 6meangreen6 on Aug 30, 2010 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions
I’m still trying to figure out why Steve Sarkisian is the top play caller, with Kelly coming in second
by westspec on Aug 30, 2010 11:00 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
FBSU Question
I see a lot of the pundits are selecting an Oregon v. Boise State game for the Rose Bowl. Does this mean that FBSU goes undefeated again this year or drop a non-conference game? If FBSU goes undefeated, do they play for the national title because they start the season at #3?
What does it take to keep them out of the title game assuming they go undefeated this year? And, bonus question, how much do you/don’t you want a rematch in Pasadena with the Broncos?
It means that a Big Ten team (probably Ohio State)
Goes undefeated and thus they have to be replaced in the Rose by a non-Big 10 team.
An undefeated Ohio State would, without a doubt, rank about an undefeated FBSU on the computer if not the human polls.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
That scenario probably predicts an Alabama v. Ohio State NC game.
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Welcome to the club, Cody Ross. You can stay at my house.
Sure does
Bama v. tOSU seems to be the popular pick this time of year.
by SeattleDucks on Aug 30, 2010 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions
Alabama returns the core of a national championship team, and Ohio State should run the table in a down Big Ten. Makes sense.
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Welcome to the club, Cody Ross. You can stay at my house.
They are only returning 3 starters on D…Losing Rolando McClain, Javier Arenas and Terrance Cody.
by SeattleDucks on Aug 30, 2010 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions
Yep,
That is what makes Alabama so intriguing this season. Their offense might actually be good this season (even with all-world caliber talent in Mark Ingram, Julio Jones, Marquis Maze, Trent Richardson, and a good O-line, they will find a way to put far fewer points on the board than they should), but most of us are assuming that Saban will be able to overcome the losses on defense without too much trouble.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
2 Questions
1. What time about will the ATQ tailgate on saturday be underway?
2. Where do you think College Gameday goes this week? All signs point to LSU-UNC or TCU-OSU
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
I would assume that gameday goes to LSU/UNC,
It seems like gameday hangs around the East Coast early in the season before moving westward.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
They are going to LSU-UNC
They’ve been running ads saying that today.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
We’re usually there 3 hours before kickoff.
I think LSU-UNC will draw better ratings.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
But at this point in the season, TCU-OSU has more Mythical National Championship implications.
OK, I mostly just wanted to use the phrase Mythical National Championship.
axemen23: the human vuvuzela
by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Cringe
"Just thankful to be here and be in this position," Thomas said. "But it’s just the beginning. I haven’t did nothing yet. It’s just one fall camp. Now it’s the games and leading the team through games. …
I am looking forward to seeing Darron on the field, but if his grammar doesn’t get a little better, I may start pulling my hair out.
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
he's not an English major, thats for sure.
--Dave
Addicted to Quack, your friendly, neighborhood Oregon Ducks blog
by David Piper on Aug 30, 2010 11:48 AM PDT up reply actions
Ebonics aside,
I like the sentiment a lot.
Am I allowed to say Ebonics?
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:02 PM PDT up reply actions
He sounds like 80% of people from Houston. At least he’s intelligible, which I can’t say for 80% of people from Houston.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
Houston is America’s most unfairly maligned city. Sure the weather sucks and there’s no zoning, but it’s incredibly diverse and the food is fantastic.
Here is my memory of Houston.
I’m driving across the country at 18, moving to the West Coast, when out of the 110-degree August heat in the Texas desert along I-10 rises a shimmering oasis of…
SMOG.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions
And the second thing I noticed was the Astrodome.
In other words, the worst stadium in the history of sports.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Did you ever go to the King Dome when it was still around?
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
No,
but since it was of the era of cookie-cutter Astroturf domes, I can imagine it was pretty awful.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ve been to Houston a few times I actually rather like it there. Out of DFW, San Antonia, El Paso and Houston – I’ll take Houston every time. It is diverse, and I never had any food there I’d call “fantastic”, but it’s a busy place.
WIth that said, Darron Thomas’ grammar is just as good, or better than, most of the Houston area people I’ve had contact with. And on the plus, his drawl isn’t so THICK that it makes him difficult to understand, unlike most of the Houston area people I’ve had contact with.
No disrespect to Houston intended. It’s a fine city. But the people I’ve met, clearly don’t care about proper grammar. You have to understand what they meant, not what they say.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
Houston food
Talk about far afield…
Anyway, the Salvadoran food there is wonderful, great Venezuela, Vietnamese, Indian, basically any kind of ethnic food you could want from Latin America or Asia. I’ve heard the high end restaurants are really great too because of all the oil money, but I don’t really know anything about that.
To be fair, I only stayed in Houston for a night.
I didn’t get to experience it on any level other than ‘Jesus, it’s hot and looks shitty here.’
I do love me some authentic cuisines. Despite Portland’s explosion onto the national food snob scene, it isn’t exactly a cultural melting pot in that way.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
I noticed it too, but I wonder if it’s a regional / cultural thing. His grammar is not good, but when you listen to what he says he sure doesn’t sound like an unintelligent guy. If the kid wins games and keeps his nose clean I’ll cheer for him for diding the right thing. :)
by JonathanPDX on Aug 30, 2010 12:15 PM PDT up reply actions
People speak in double negatives all the time
I’d just expect a person who is a Junior(academically) in a University, to use proper grammar. Not to mention using the wrong form of “do”. Whatever, I guess I am a grammar Nazi, I’ll just cringe and keep it to myself next time.
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
I saw that but actually thought it was a mistake in the quote.
There were quite a few editing mistakes in that notebook and I thought that might be one of them.
My yoke is heavy.
I take it back.
I just watched the video and he did actually say “haven’t did.” Well then…
My yoke is heavy.
Here's something nice, and something I'll take advantage of every saturday until the ATQ tailgate
@Prehmmr: Oregon Announces PK Park will be open 4 hrs pre to 30 min post game of home football games for fans to tailgate. No game ticket needed.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
I actually dislike this, for traffic reasons.
Maybe they can move it to Matt Knight Arena in the future?
by AllSaintsDay on Aug 30, 2010 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Hmm...Stanford could have just taken a major hit
@CardinalReport: WR/KR Chris Owusu is NOT listed on Stanford depth chart, awaiting Harbaugh presser at noon for more info.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
That would be a huge loss.
Now that Gerhart is gone, the receivers really need to step up this season if Stanford wants to have a good year. Their defense is still pretty bad.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Game on, Palo Alto media
@cardinalreport Harbaugh tersely said depth chart did not come from him. Offered no insight on Owusu ’s status http://bit.ly/ci3cQn #stanford
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
It sounds like Stanford’s luck just ran out!
by JonathanPDX on Aug 30, 2010 12:20 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
by jtlight on Aug 30, 2010 12:32 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Damnit
beat me to it while I was surfing for a site where I could make my own Caruaso comic.
axemen23: the human vuvuzela
by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:34 PM PDT up reply actions
I smell...what is it...I can't place it...
Caruso!
axemen23: the human vuvuzela
by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Broadcast Question
Is there going to be anyway to watch Oregon-UNM online?
Quinn's Dad's online thing?
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
I sure hope that we can watch it that way,
I doubt that anyone is going to bother posting UO/UNM on justin.tv or channelsurfing.net
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
We'll have it up.
As usual, the disclaimer is that if too many people connect, it will get sluggish. Otherwise, enjoy.
My yoke is heavy.
GoDucks.com will have it live for those with an Ozone subscription.
--AddictedToQuack, SBNation's Oregon Ducks blog
Re: the KVAL Chip Kelly raw interview.
God the media is stupid. They can’t go one interview without pissing Chip Kelly off with stupid or nosy questions. If I were Chip Kelly I’d whack them upside the head with a cricket bat.
My yoke is heavy.
One day I think we'll see CK just go apeshit
Mike Gundy style…
“I’m a Man! I’m (insert age)! Ask me some fucking questions!”
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
I really like his dislike of the media. His comments to them always makes me laugh.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
Picture of the Day from the RG
http://www2.registerguard.com/mm/index.php/brian-davies/comments/picture-of-the-day-august-28-2010/
--Dominic, Addicted to Quack
Autzen Stadium is where great teams go to die." - J. Brady McCullough, The Michigan Daily.
Absolutely ma’am. I’d love to sign your baby.
And in the Yell-O corner, with a 2009 conference record of 8 wins, 1 loss...the REIGNING...DEFENDING...UNDISPUTED Champions of the PAC TEN...the Oregon Ducks!
by MarineCorpsDuck on Aug 30, 2010 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions
You gotta watch it when LaMichael gets into autograph mode.
And in the Yell-O corner, with a 2009 conference record of 8 wins, 1 loss...the REIGNING...DEFENDING...UNDISPUTED Champions of the PAC TEN...the Oregon Ducks!
by MarineCorpsDuck on Aug 30, 2010 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
UOsportsdude's latest article
basically making fun of a teenage kid taking pictures with guys @ fan day.
Judge for yourself if it’s a low blow or not.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
Personally
I think UOsportsdude is creepy. That poor kid in the pics? Not so much.
ATQ's #1 Bill Musgrave, benzduck and Matt Daddy fan
I was going to say
that the post is a vortex of creepiness, regardless of whether you find the kid creepy or not.
axemen23: the human vuvuzela
by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Link is down. I’m guessing he realized it wasn’t a classy move.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
I dont understand what happened here,
UOSD was bashing a strange looking kid that was taking pictures with players? Is this correct?
(the link is down, so I cannot see for myself)
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Basically had a dozen or so photos with the kid standing next to various football players (one w/ Chip too). Captions on these pictures were little more than “Creepy kid standing next to ____.” He called Eric Dungy creepy in the picture he appeared in. The kid just had kind of long curly hair. Nothing too strange IMO.
And there’s nothing creepy about a guy with long curly hair, dammit.
by ntrebon on Aug 30, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
Not that the world needs any more of them
but this would be a pretty great implied facepalm photo.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions
It was a very misguided attempt at humor
I got a little caught up in Deadspin and the stupid Vols fan and saw this kid and thought it was funny. It’s not. All the kid is doing is having a good time at the Fan Day and taking pictures with players. I had no right to make fun of him and it just shows my immaturity.
The UO Sports Dude.com
by UOSportsDude on Aug 30, 2010 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions
I still <3 contrition.
You’re a good person for realizing a bad mistake.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
It would have been immature to stand by it, and not admit you did something wrong.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
Still
I don’t have much room for error after the Masoli post. But this mistake didn’t go unpenalized, fairly, as DSN will stop linking to my site. Not gonna argue it. In retrospect, I know this was pretty irresponsible of me.
The UO Sports Dude.com
by UOSportsDude on Aug 30, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions
Yikes. Doesn’t sound good.
There still will be a beer for ya at the AtQ tailgate, if you want.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
But only one.
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by HoodRiverDuck on Aug 30, 2010 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Fair enough. I’m a lightweight anyway.
The UO Sports Dude.com
by UOSportsDude on Aug 30, 2010 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm not trying to be mean or anything, but hear me out.
I just want to know why this kind of thing keeps coming out of you every few months or so. Is it intentional and to draw attention to your blog? Are you trying to create a shtick for yourself that everyone comes to you for? Or are you just having trouble distinguishing what is acceptable to post?
These are sincere questions, because I’d like for you to succeed as a writer. Depending on your reasons, you could improve by letting out your thought process and taking the lumps along the way.
My yoke is heavy.
That's a good question and I appreciate the sincerity.
I’ve been thinking about that myself and I think it’s a combination of the last two things.
I’m still trying to find my niche. Yes, I want to be funny/witty/humorous because I think it offers a different take that better suits students/my voice and offers a respite from traditional cut and dry writing, but on the other hand, I don’t want to lose credibility from when I post things that I want taken seriously. I realize I probably can’t have both. I love Deadspin and The Big Lead so sometimes I want to incorporate things they do, but my audience isn’t as accepting of their crudeness and I can only learn from what’s right/wrong by trial and error.
That said, my judgement could be much better. I’m still 20. My sense of humor can be pretty immature, and sometimes I forget that my blog is be read by hundreds of people that very well might have different tastes than me. I’m still learning. I think you propose a great idea of running by posts to someone who I consider level-headed to make sure it’s appropriate before I post. Being my own editor definitely offers some setbacks.
I really don’t intend to insult or offend anyone. I’m trying to find my voice and sharpen my judgement, and I’m definitely taking my lumps along the way. Any advice or insight you guys have would be highly appreciated.
The UO Sports Dude.com
by UOSportsDude on Aug 30, 2010 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I guess the only advice I can give
While you may love sites like Deadspin and TheBigLead, you have to realize 99% of the writers in the world can’t do what they do. It takes a serious talent to be able to write in that style (old Deadspin, not new Deadspin. Leitch was better).
Spencer Hall of EDSBS is an example I keep bringing up. It may seem like it’s easy reading through his work, but nobody has the talent and voice that he does.
Unless you’re really sure you can pull off that kind of tone and post — and I mean really, really sure — I wouldn’t suggest doing it. Stick to what you’re good at and go with it. If you hone that craft, people will notice.
I agree with Brian here
thing is, you have to be honest and be yourself. Part of our success is that we’ve never tried to be something we’re not. And there have been times where I have read your stuff and felt that it wasn’t sincere. It may not always be flashy or funny (and God knows I’m not funny), but if you try too hard to put forth a certain persona, its not going to work.
--Dave
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Brian makes a very good point
And so do you Dave. Could you maybe give me a couple examples of stuff you’ve like and stuff you haven’t liked? Feedback is much appreciated.
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by UOSportsDude on Aug 30, 2010 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Watching Lache run in a sumo suit is a sight to behold.
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
Nooooo!
I cant watch it, due to “incorrect parameters” on youtube (whatever the heck that even means is beyond me)
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
That was hilarious.
I cracked up when I saw one player chase the ball down into the goal and dive to the ground to head it in. Everything’s hilarious in a sumo suit.
My yoke is heavy.
It’s all fun and games in the O games until somebody gets hurt.
But seriously, I think the O games are hilarious. I love the fact that Kelly does this each year. You get to see some of the funny personalities of the players.
Hey Daisy, git me anudder one!
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I loved Kenjon saying “Come on now, it’s the twelfth round. Time to beat his ass.”
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow,
He would still destroy me in a Lache in a sumo suit vs. CaDuck in running clothes race. I dont have a damn quick twitch muscle fiber in my body!
Seriously though, he looked surprisingly quick in a sumo suit.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
CK cracked me up today. Asked if there was some risk of Barner getting tired from "carrying the ball too much."
His reply, “(NO), a football doesn’t weigh much.”
"If you can't copy 'em, don't imitate ''em."
YOGI BERRA
Interesting.....
Prehmmr I am told the Ducks are close to adding two BB players who will be 1-for-1 players. Both graduated and will transfer and play right away.
--Dave
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I would have to guess this is just an attempt to get some more bodies on the bench rather than getting players who will have a significant impact, right?
I don’t know if I could ever cheer for him.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions
He's been looking for school and wanted to be closer to home
And he was denied entrance to Louisville a few days ago because of some rule I don’t understand.
yep
and if he comes here, he’s an instant starter.
--Dave
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Sammie Parker with the smack down!
RT @CHawk88: My Washington Huskies taking the Pac-10 this year #thatisall <~in what badminton??
And for those that don’t speak tweet:
CHawk88: My Washington Huskies are taking the Pac-10 this year! That all I wanted to say.
Sammie Parker: In what, Badmiton?
it’s spelled "S-H-U-F-E-L-T-A-L-L-W-A-R-M-A-N-D-F-U-Z-Z-Y"
by JShufelt on Aug 30, 2010 3:13 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
UOSD dropped from DSN
Well deserved unfortunately.
http://oneclicksportsnow.com/now/2010/08/oregon-uo-sports-dude-deleted-from-duck-sports-now/
Here is an email I just fired off to Keith Becker, the UO Sports Dude.
I think it’s pretty self-explanatory, requiring little comment.
Keith -
Due to the feedback we received regarding your post making fun of an adolescent Oregon fan, we have decided that we will no longer link to your content on Duck Sports Now.
Over the last year, we have been more than fair regarding your site. However, we do not have the time, nor the inclination, to regularly monitor your posts any further.
More importantly, your content reflects on us. We can not, and will not, jeopardize our relationship with Duck Sports Now visitors because of such content.
Thanks,
J.
One Click Sports Now
By Jay Jones, Manager
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Reminder for all (because I almost forgot.)
The fantasy draft for the ATQ league is tonight, at 6:30 PST. I dunno whether we should open up a fanpost for smack talk, or what.
Q: How come Oregon State players haven't gotten in trouble for stealing anything from a frat house?
A: Who wants to steal a lunchbox?
by QuackQuackAttack on Aug 30, 2010 3:50 PM PDT reply actions
Definitely would’ve forgot if I hadn’t have read this. Thanks!
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Welcome to the club, Cody Ross. You can stay at my house.
Hadn't even crossed my mind today
and I probably have a concussion from taking a paintball to the temple from 10 feet this afternoon. Nah no fanpost during the draft, however we should have one with some mini recap afterwards.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
and the winner of the CJ sweepstakes is.....
Dave.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
I hate being first, second, ninth or tenth in Snake draft.
Too much waiting. I get antsy and make a really bad decision that makes sense at the time.
Q: How come Oregon State players haven't gotten in trouble for stealing anything from a frat house?
A: Who wants to steal a lunchbox?
by QuackQuackAttack on Aug 30, 2010 6:19 PM PDT up reply actions
or, in the case of our draft, the top 3/bottom 3.
Q: How come Oregon State players haven't gotten in trouble for stealing anything from a frat house?
A: Who wants to steal a lunchbox?
by QuackQuackAttack on Aug 30, 2010 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Is it too far gone to say
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
Screw you. I <3 Eric Crouch. One of the best option QBs ever. Oh, and Scott Frost would like a word with you in his office.
I don't deal in hyperbole.
Um, can I take one for the team and have that meeting with Frost instead? I mean, just to help the high schooler out…no ulterior motive.
Kenjon Barner is an angel sent from heaven to make my heart happy.
by lovemyducks81 on Aug 30, 2010 7:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Yep, definitely a joke. Nothing serious about it. More laughing!
Kenjon Barner is an angel sent from heaven to make my heart happy.
by lovemyducks81 on Aug 30, 2010 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions
what's wrong with that article?
I do not understand you sometimes.
Say what you mean, and say it mean. - Clint Ruin
wait there are times when you do understand him?
Go Ducks.....Ducks Go!!!!!
by trumpetduck on Aug 30, 2010 8:24 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Required TV viewing tonight
6 PM: CSN pre-season look at the ducks
7 PM on CSN: 2009 Oregon Vs. Cal
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
Didn't notice this above
They are airing all the good games this week.
Tomorrow is UW, Weds. USC, Thurs. Zona and Friday the Civil War.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Could we be adding a Wide Receiver?
DuckFootball RT @eDuckCCourtney: RT @BrandonHuffman Hearing that Oregon could be where former Inglewood (Calif.) receiver Shaq Evans is headed, after leaving Notre Dame…
@prehmmr Per a source close to Shaq Evans the receiver hasn’t officially left ND but it will come and right now no school is officially leading.
We did offer the kid out of HS, and here’s his Notre Dame profile.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
Ok, just because we offered a kid while he was in high school doesn’t mean that we’re pursuing him, or if he’s even interested in us.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 6:26 PM PDT up reply actions
In the first tweet Prehm says it "could be where he's headed", for what it's worth.
Personally I never put any value in the things Matt Prehm says.
My yoke is heavy.
Would be a major get,
But I’m sure we wont get him.
Self-anointed President of the Kenjon Barner fan club.
Has anyone else noticed
that LaMichael James is a vampire? His canines are like twice as long as the rest of his teeth and pointy as hell. I don’t quite get how he’s able to play day games, but it’s gotten to the point that I’m no longer surprised by the things he can do.
ATQ's #1 Bill Musgrave, benzduck and Matt Daddy fan
LaMichael could be the second token black vampire in Twilight.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 7:14 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven’t seen it. I just know there’s a black vampire.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 30, 2010 8:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Vampires are very fast.
Evidence is piling up.
Chairman, Tako Owes MCD a Half Rack of Keg Stickers Committee
by Bill Musgrave on Aug 30, 2010 7:22 PM PDT up reply actions
We'd better keep this a secret
We don’t want opposing defenses to break out the garlic.
ATQ's #1 Bill Musgrave, benzduck and Matt Daddy fan
Except all we’d have to do is sparkle at them, and boom! Problem solved.
Kenjon Barner is an angel sent from heaven to make my heart happy.
by lovemyducks81 on Aug 30, 2010 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
We've already been over this.
It’s up to you guys to keep him safe and sound Sunday to Fridays, sealed in a little coffin and kept on a bookshelf.
You can break him out for ventriloquist routines if you know the whole audience and it’s safe.
Chairman, Tako Owes MCD a Half Rack of Keg Stickers Committee
by Bill Musgrave on Aug 30, 2010 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions
You know, he really would bring something new to my act. Might have to look in to that.
Kenjon Barner is an angel sent from heaven to make my heart happy.
by lovemyducks81 on Aug 30, 2010 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions
From the volleyball Twitter feed
The inside of the scoreboard of the new Matt Arena. It weights 71,000 pounds. Awesome.. http://tweetphoto.com/42433515
Cal game on CSNNW right now
Awesome to watch again, even if it is Joey G on the call.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Draft over
it was….interesting. Recap up shortly
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
Woohoo, Oregon is up 25-3 at the half
And Joey G sounds like he’s about to lose it!
Wait, he always sounds like that.
"Good evening Blazer fans, wherever you may be!"-Bill Schonely
Are we this blind?
95% of these people are predicting a Lobo win. Seriously psychotic – they need to go back on their meds asap.
ATQ's #1 Bill Musgrave, benzduck and Matt Daddy fan
Well, they also seem to think we’ll be wearing green uniforms. I mean, with all the combinations possible, that’s almost as silly as thinking that Kenjon Barner isn’t going to score more than 17 points on them IN THE FIRST QUARTER.
Kenjon Barner is an angel sent from heaven to make my heart happy.
by lovemyducks81 on Aug 30, 2010 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions
We always wear all-greens the first game.
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Welcome to the club, Cody Ross. You can stay at my house.
Or all-whites.
Shit, the memory.
"(Kelly's) got a veteran team that is the favorite to win the Pac-10. His choice of Thomas reflects only one belief: He’s our best QB today."-Ted Miller
by TennesseeQuackAttack8 on Aug 31, 2010 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahahaha
This is my favorite:
Lobos 10
Ducks 3
yeah a bit of a low scoring game. Lobos defense does the most damage.
Hey Daisy, git me anudder one!
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If Darron Thomas can only put up 3 points against New Mexico he’ll lose the job to Brady Leaf.
by JonathanPDX on Aug 30, 2010 11:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Party like it's 1994
Just played a guy as UW on Xbox Live. Down 4, he’s driving with 1:05 left. 1st and 10 on the 12. Locker drops back, looks to the left front corner of the end zone and it is INTERCEPTED! INTERCEPTED THE DUCKS HAVE THE BALL! DOWN TO THE 35, TO THE 40, JOHN BOYETT IS GONNA SCORE! JOHN BOYETT IS GONNA SCORE! 20, 10, TOUCHDOWN! TOUCHDOWN! JOHN BOYETT! ON THE INTERCEPTION! THE MOST IMPROBABLE FINISH TO THE FOOTBALL GAME!
oh yeah, what number does boyett wear? 20.
"Our expectations are to win every game we play. I don’t know if that’s ever going to happen .... but no one ever rises to low expectations." --Chip Kelly
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