re: A&M and Mizzou fans - what differences have you noticed in year 2 in the SEC?

Honestly, last year I simply looked at Alabama as good team. I had not yet dug into the numbers. This year, I accepted at the outset that we were probably going to lose two of the three Georgia, Florida, or S. Carolina games.

We've played A&M before. I knew we could compete with A&M when we are healthy. Then A&M took off on a tear.

So, I am pleasantly surprised by this year's progress. At the start of the year, I never imagined playing Alabama. And now I am thinking we are going to compete and actually have a chance to win in Atlanta.

I am impressed with the caliber of the fans. The SEC fans are so polite, friendly, and welcoming. Of course, there are always jerks - but that seems to be the exception rather than the rule. I look forward to traveling next year when school is done.