FB: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

[stanbob]

If I were going to jump ships and cheer for someone wearing purple, I think that it would have to be Whitewater.

[SUMMIT!!!!!]

Yahtzee!!!

I make one post "handicapping the field" and sh!t hits the fan.

Nice to see VOJ and Tmerton stroking each other.  "Oh VOJ you're the best...Oh Tmerton thanks so much".

Just because no one ever strokes you doesn't mean you have to hate...maybe you can get TC or better yet your new buddy Bench to cuddle with you...might help your self esteem, maybe he will loan you some Tommie gear, or his purple security blanket and then you can walk around like Linus in the Peanuts cartoons and snap people with your blanket who are mean to you.

dont be using archaic (i.e., pre-2001) references, VOJ...the younger crowd (like TDT) gets confused easily.

[cobbernation]

cobbernation:  Why bring up Carleton?  I was just saying CCM was below average this year as a team (you cannot argue that) and didn't see them as a tough game for SJU with the likes of Bethel and UST.  I know when people get defensive of a statement on this board they just take shots at the other person's team allegiance. If you want, I'll return a shot back at you, but I'll wait on that for now.  I know Carleton had a crappy year this year and had a crappy last however many, but you can thank Bubba Sullivan for stopping recruiting, and you will be able to thank Ramler for making them into a consistently winning team the next couple of years.

SK,
Your are right the cobbers had a below average season.  However, taking shots at the other team allegiance is what keeps this board interesting (have you seen the board when SJU tell the tommies they suck?) and also the future enjoyment of song girl friday.  I say take shots and give them right back.  I will wait for yours because yes I probably deserve one.  The hard thing is to take shots at the SJU posters is because 1) they will win the MIAC 8 of 10 years each decade 2) They win and go to the playoffs and win more 3) they have a terrific tailgate

[VOJ]

Yahtzee!!!

I make one post "handicapping the field" and sh!t hits the fan.

Nice to see VOJ and Tmerton stroking each other.  "Oh VOJ you're the best...Oh Tmerton thanks so much".

Just because no one ever strokes you doesn't mean you have to hate...maybe you can get TC or better yet your new buddy Bench to cuddle with you...might help your self esteem, maybe he will loan you some Tommie gear, or his purple security blanket and then you can walk around like Linus in the Peanuts cartoons and snap people with your blanket who are mean to you.

dont be using archaic (i.e., pre-2001) references, VOJ...the younger crowd (like TDT) gets confused easily.

Maniac...you are probably right, but they still show those Charlie Brown specials for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas

[raiderguy]

If I were going to jump ships and cheer for someone wearing purple, I think that it would have to be Whitewater.

OUCH! That hurt!

[raiderguy]

Hello MIAC PP!
Former Auggie player here, long time board watcher, and now that my playing days are done, I figured its time to start sharing some insight.
Just for the record, I truly enjoyed reading this board for the past 4 years. Its been pretty interesting.

Now, I realize this will go against the popular opinion of this board, but I really think UST is a more talented, explosive football team. Their offense is good, really good. Their defense? Maybe slightly overrated, but still pretty solid.

Does that mean that UST would beat the Johnnies? Im not sure, but if they meet up in the playoffs, I will certainly try to attend. It would be a pretty good first game to attend as a MIAC alum.

Good luck to both of the MIAC teams!

Welcome aboard. Hope you stick around awhile no matter where you went to school. I have managed to survive through it all.

[stanbob]

If I were going to jump ships and cheer for someone wearing purple, I think that it would have to be Whitewater.

OUCH! That hurt!

I don't want to be accused of being a front-runner 

[janesvilleflash]

What are the Johnnie's chances of winning these first two games IF the qb's thumb is too bad for him to be effective? That seems to be the main question in picking the games.

[DuffMan]

If I were going to jump ships and cheer for someone wearing purple, I think that it would have to be Whitewater.

OUCH! That hurt!

Don't worry, I'm still aboard the Raider Train.

[Touchdown Tommy]

Flash: Call me and I'll break it down for you.  You've seen how sensitive some of my Johnnie brethren can be if you show any respect or objective analysis around here...

[D O.C.]

I think Central got the worst draw of any in the first round for the West.

Me too!

I wish UMHB would have gone to Collegeville.

If I were going to jump ships and cheer for someone wearing purple, I think that it would have to be Whitewater.

OUCH! That hurt!

[VOJ]

What are the Johnnie's chances of winning these first two games IF the qb's thumb is too bad for him to be effective? That seems to be the main question in picking the games.

To be honest, the chances are not as good, JR does some things well but is still a freshman with 2.5 games of experience in the Johnnies offense.  It would be more up to the offensive line and how the defense plays if the Johnnies were to move on, I would say 75% percent because of the defense being in lockdown mode right now.

Ries has ability and some confidence now...he can make some plays, I would say he made some nice progression between the Augsburg and Carleton games.  They will put him in positions where he will be less likely to fail.

Other than for SJU having home field advantage is there one other team that is a clear favorite?  

[WithasilentK]

cobbernation:  Why bring up Carleton?  I was just saying CCM was below average this year as a team (you cannot argue that) and didn't see them as a tough game for SJU with the likes of Bethel and UST.  I know when people get defensive of a statement on this board they just take shots at the other person's team allegiance. If you want, I'll return a shot back at you, but I'll wait on that for now.  I know Carleton had a crappy year this year and had a crappy last however many, but you can thank Bubba Sullivan for stopping recruiting, and you will be able to thank Ramler for making them into a consistently winning team the next couple of years.

SK,
Your are right the cobbers had a below average season.  However, taking shots at the other team allegiance is what keeps this board interesting (have you seen the board when SJU tell the tommies they suck?) and also the future enjoyment of song girl friday.  I say take shots and give them right back.  I will wait for yours because yes I probably deserve one.  The hard thing is to take shots at the SJU posters is because 1) they will win the MIAC 8 of 10 years each decade 2) They win and go to the playoffs and win more 3) they have a terrific tailgate

Ok, time to keep it interesting...
Imagine inserting this sentence into the previous post...Yes, Carleton has been terrible for a while, but I remember last year when it was snowing with 30 mph winds and Carleton came up to CCM and threw all over you, ripping the conference championship from your grasps.  I expect a lot more of that in years to come.

Well, it sounded better in context and at the time...

As for taking shots at the Johnnie fans, I will always find a way to take a rip into SJU when needed.

[stanbob]

cobbernation:  Why bring up Carleton?  I was just saying CCM was below average this year as a team (you cannot argue that) and didn't see them as a tough game for SJU with the likes of Bethel and UST.  I know when people get defensive of a statement on this board they just take shots at the other person's team allegiance. If you want, I'll return a shot back at you, but I'll wait on that for now.  I know Carleton had a crappy year this year and had a crappy last however many, but you can thank Bubba Sullivan for stopping recruiting, and you will be able to thank Ramler for making them into a consistently winning team the next couple of years.

SK,
Your are right the cobbers had a below average season.  However, taking shots at the other team allegiance is what keeps this board interesting (have you seen the board when SJU tell the tommies they suck?) and also the future enjoyment of song girl friday.  I say take shots and give them right back.  I will wait for yours because yes I probably deserve one.  The hard thing is to take shots at the SJU posters is because 1) they will win the MIAC 8 of 10 years each decade 2) They win and go to the playoffs and win more 3) they have a terrific tailgate

Ok, time to keep it interesting...
Imagine inserting this sentence into the previous post...Yes, Carleton has been terrible for a while, but I remember last year when it was snowing with 30 mph winds and Carleton came up to CCM and threw all over you, ripping the conference championship from your grasps.  I expect a lot more of that in years to come.

Well, it sounded better in context and at the time...

As for taking shots at the Johnnie fans, I will always find a way to take a rip into SJU when needed.

Though it is a little harder throwing rocks from the bottom of the well.

[Willy Wonka]

cobbernation:  Why bring up Carleton?  I was just saying CCM was below average this year as a team (you cannot argue that) and didn't see them as a tough game for SJU with the likes of Bethel and UST.  I know when people get defensive of a statement on this board they just take shots at the other person's team allegiance. If you want, I'll return a shot back at you, but I'll wait on that for now.  I know Carleton had a crappy year this year and had a crappy last however many, but you can thank Bubba Sullivan for stopping recruiting, and you will be able to thank Ramler for making them into a consistently winning team the next couple of years.

SK,
Your are right the cobbers had a below average season.  However, taking shots at the other team allegiance is what keeps this board interesting (have you seen the board when SJU tell the tommies they suck?) and also the future enjoyment of song girl friday.  I say take shots and give them right back.  I will wait for yours because yes I probably deserve one.  The hard thing is to take shots at the SJU posters is because 1) they will win the MIAC 8 of 10 years each decade 2) They win and go to the playoffs and win more 3) they have a terrific tailgate

Ok, time to keep it interesting...
Imagine inserting this sentence into the previous post...Yes, Carleton has been terrible for a while, but I remember last year when it was snowing with 30 mph winds and Carleton came up to CCM and threw all over you, ripping the conference championship from your grasps.  I expect a lot more of that in years to come.

Well, it sounded better in context and at the time...

As for taking shots at the Johnnie fans, I will always find a way to take a rip into SJU when needed.

Though it is a little harder throwing rocks from the bottom of the well.

Thankfully, some of us have developed a pretty strong arm over the last few years/decades