re: Running Up The Scores

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Defend it with reasonable discussion and empathy

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I don't believe I've done anything to the contrary. If I have, I'd like to know.

If you didn't understand the Superman reference, fine. No one here (or at least not I) is going to crucify you for it. But to jump immediately to the conclusion that LSU was referencing a young man's death instead is a huge jump. I know our teams have been back and forth lately in terms of who wins and the games are gaining in terms of importance, but the "ripping out a heart" implication is quite extreme.

I understand Arkansas fans were extra sensitive this week due to what happened in NWA. But what is bothering LSU fans is the immediate accusation by Arkansas fans that LSU players, and their coach, were mocking a player's death. If Jefferson beat on his chest, would that also imply his heart is beating and Uekman's isn't? It seems hypersensitive (but, it wasn't our player, so perhaps it's all justified).

Further, what bothers LSU fans is a lot of this seems to be an effort to detract from what many, if not most, Arkansas fans don't want to admit: their team lost and wasn't as good as they thought/hope. I am sorry for your team/school's loss in regards to the player. But you had to expect LSU to defend it's players actions because well, there is nothing to it. Innocent celebration. That's all.