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Let’s stop the shite posting about Gus
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:32 am
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:32 am
Did Gus have his faults? Absolutely. And was it time for him to go? Probably.
But we’re not in the position we’re in because of Gus.
He NEVER embarrassed the program like Harsin and his family. And Gus embraced Auburn unlike the Harsins.
Yes, Gus’ recruiting of OL was abysmal and the QB play under him was infuriating at times, but outside of one or two games against Bama/UGA I always felt like the team had a chance to win. He generally recruited well and we were almost always ranked preseason.
If you want to blame anyone, blame Leath for being a lazy administrator and agreeing to a huge extension. And blame all the other administrators and all the PTB who created havoc behind the scenes. Also, blame Harsin for not embracing NIL and portal (and apparently recruiting in general) right AT THE MOMENT every other school was taking advantage of shifting college landscape.
I’m glad Cohen, Roberts and McGlynn all seem to understand what’s at stake and AU’s potential. This might be first time in my lifetime that AU actually makes a hire that’s considered a splash.
Also, none of the above matters since we’re a basketball school anyway.
But we’re not in the position we’re in because of Gus.
He NEVER embarrassed the program like Harsin and his family. And Gus embraced Auburn unlike the Harsins.
Yes, Gus’ recruiting of OL was abysmal and the QB play under him was infuriating at times, but outside of one or two games against Bama/UGA I always felt like the team had a chance to win. He generally recruited well and we were almost always ranked preseason.
If you want to blame anyone, blame Leath for being a lazy administrator and agreeing to a huge extension. And blame all the other administrators and all the PTB who created havoc behind the scenes. Also, blame Harsin for not embracing NIL and portal (and apparently recruiting in general) right AT THE MOMENT every other school was taking advantage of shifting college landscape.
I’m glad Cohen, Roberts and McGlynn all seem to understand what’s at stake and AU’s potential. This might be first time in my lifetime that AU actually makes a hire that’s considered a splash.
Also, none of the above matters since we’re a basketball school anyway.
This post was edited on 11/13/22 at 8:33 am
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Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:34 am to atlau
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Gus’ recruiting of OL was abysmal
Agree
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:37 am to atlau
I disagree completely.
It’s completely cathartic for good Auburn people to vent frustrations about Gus or anything else they feel the need to vent about.
We still have freedom no matter how hard some want to cancel, shun. shame, etc.
I’m happy for Gus. He finally won a meaningful game on the road again yesterday. I like the guy and I always pull for him.
With that said, it was past time. The shelf life of fire and passion for a coach at the same place is 7-10 years this day in time.
It’s completely cathartic for good Auburn people to vent frustrations about Gus or anything else they feel the need to vent about.
We still have freedom no matter how hard some want to cancel, shun. shame, etc.
I’m happy for Gus. He finally won a meaningful game on the road again yesterday. I like the guy and I always pull for him.
With that said, it was past time. The shelf life of fire and passion for a coach at the same place is 7-10 years this day in time.
This post was edited on 11/13/22 at 8:39 am
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:37 am to atlau
No
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:42 am to atlau
When his recruiting and OLine development problems are gone, then so shall he be.
This post was edited on 11/13/22 at 8:46 am
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:42 am to Hussss
Not trying to shame or cancel anyone, but just don’t understand the Gus hate (because that’s how it comes across).
Not sure about you but the 2013 season was magical. ‘17 and ‘19 were fun too. And not sure there’s any other active coach who beat Saban as many times as Gus (check me on that, because that could be wrong).
Not sure about you but the 2013 season was magical. ‘17 and ‘19 were fun too. And not sure there’s any other active coach who beat Saban as many times as Gus (check me on that, because that could be wrong).
Posted on 11/13/22 at 8:46 am to atlau
I don’t look at it as “hate.”
Like I said, I like the guy. But never mix business and friendships.
The program was CLEARLY trending down as it usually does after about 7 years.
Like I said, I like the guy. But never mix business and friendships.
The program was CLEARLY trending down as it usually does after about 7 years.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 9:53 am to atlau
The foundation of this mess is Gus.
This begs the question, however: if Harsin had a decent OL when he arrived, how different would things be right now? We probably win 10 games last season. Nix likely stays. This year would look much different too. I know that, eventually, the Harsin climate and lack of recruiting would have caught up with him but it's something to ponder.
This begs the question, however: if Harsin had a decent OL when he arrived, how different would things be right now? We probably win 10 games last season. Nix likely stays. This year would look much different too. I know that, eventually, the Harsin climate and lack of recruiting would have caught up with him but it's something to ponder.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 9:57 am to atlau
Yes, now that you’ve posted this, we’ll surely stop talking about Gus
Posted on 11/13/22 at 9:59 am to AUveritas
I can almost guarantee you that Harsin’s program management would not have changed much this year, and likely would have only gotten us an extra win or two last year. I heard ridiculously dumb things from the inside as early as January 2021. The honeymoon effect wore off quick with those in the building.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 10:31 am to 2010champs
quote:Ironically, the first I heard about how unpopular Harsin was with the players was from resident TAMU ranter texag7. He was posting how much the lockkerroom hated Harsin back before the losing streak.
I heard ridiculously dumb things from the inside as early as January 2021. The honeymoon effect wore off quick with those in the building.
Naturally I thought he was FOS, but now I’m not sure.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 10:43 am to atlau
Honestly, I don't think many here hate Gus but, he does deserve his share of credit for the state of the problems with recruiting and developing.
I wish Gus well and pull for him, as long as he isn't play us or affecting Auburn.
Now Harsin, the more I hear the more I dislike him. I will never pull for him to get a job or win a game anywhere that doesn't help Auburn somehow.
I wish Gus well and pull for him, as long as he isn't play us or affecting Auburn.
Now Harsin, the more I hear the more I dislike him. I will never pull for him to get a job or win a game anywhere that doesn't help Auburn somehow.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 10:44 am to FearlessFreep
Gus would be a major up grade compared to what we had the last 2 years. I loved Saturdays under Gus and always thought we could win. Gus is 2 years gone LET IT GO. The future is bright for Auburn. Also all you Harsin lovers past and present go (you know) your self.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 10:51 am to atlau
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Did Gus have his faults? Absolutely.
I agree
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And was it time for him to go? Probably.
Probably? Probably? He was running our program into the ground. Just because Harsin sucks more does not mean firing dumb Gus was wrong.
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But we’re not in the position we’re in because of Gus.
Yes we are. We have an OL worse than Hoover high school.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:10 am to atlau
Nah I blame Gus for not recruiting OL or adapting his offense or hiring great assistants instead of “yes men”
He could of lasted here forever but was too stubborn
He could of lasted here forever but was too stubborn
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:16 am to AUveritas
Harsin would never win 10 games last year if he traded teams with Saban or smart. He is a shite coach and never made adjustments. Gus would have won 9 games last year with this same team because he is just a better coach.
The irony of all this is that we are now looking for another coach that we hope will be as good as the guy we paid a ton of money to to get him to leave.
The irony of all this is that we are now looking for another coach that we hope will be as good as the guy we paid a ton of money to to get him to leave.
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:21 am to atlau
quote:go watch the Clemson game where he rotated 5 players at Qb and get back to me
but just don’t understand the Gus hate
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:24 am to AuburnTigers
Any Gus hate was in passing. Right ? Most of the hate has been about Harsin
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:26 am to jangalang
quote:Gus has already faced the firing squad so no, I dont hate him anymore. Harsin will be hated for life. Gus brought us a lot of great memories and for that he will always be welcome in Auburn
Any Gus hate was in passing. Right ? Most of the hate has been about Harsin
Posted on 11/13/22 at 11:27 am to AuburnTigers
quote:Gus also was a key part of our 2010 NC and gave us the fun 2013 season. He did more good than bad. It's just the bad is just still affecting us now.
go watch the Clemson game where he rotated 5 players at Qb and get back to me
This post was edited on 11/13/22 at 11:28 am
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