Does anyone actually believe in "bulletin board material" having an impact?

Not really. If you need motivation to play against a conference rival or a division opponent then you’re going to struggle.

Nah, they can whip cackalacky’s arse without it.

Depends on the individual player. Michael Jordan used to make up controversies just to keep his focus and intensity.

I can't imagine it affecting a whole team though

It may have a slight effect for the first couple possessions of the game, but then the emotions wear off and talent and coaching takes over.

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He also said bc "I haven't watched much film on them yet".....is he supposed to know the name of every DB in the league immediately?

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This makes me feel better about this game than any "bulletin board material". USCe's best player hasn't watched enough film to know who might be covering him in the biggest game on their schedule.

Yes, I do.

I don’t think Alabama would have ever played a flawless game at Vanderbilt last year without them running their mouth. It would have been a ho-hum, lackluster 38-3 win not a 59-0 drubbing.

Yeah Bama doesn't ever do that to better teams than Vanderbilt

Some of us take solace in the fact that stupid fans do not play in the game. Our players have said a mouth full when they talk about being focused on themselves getting better and not needing "bulletin board material" as a motivator.

I personally love this game (UGAvsUSCe). I can't wait to see these players mix it up! Win or Lose we win just getting to watch.

I know it triggers me to no end

If it's handled right by the staff, it can/will to a good many of the players. Some people need to be mad to perform better.