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Heading in to SECC Bama fans nervous due to spotty play. Dawg fans nervous
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:43 am
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:43 am
due to PTSD of being Dawg fans (note Bama- this isn't because of Bama and our last 2-3 games- goes well beyond that).
Set up is psychologically fascinating. First, top-to-bottom this is probably the most Elite talent to ever face off on a college football field. Elite talent rises to the occasion when challenged. And beyond talent- you can't play for Kirby or Saban on talent alone- you have to be tough. Players that make their way on to the field aren't scared and will not lay down no matter what.
Bama is the reigning and defending heavy weight champ. They haven't looked "Bama like" more than a few times this season. I don't think they care and I don't think they're the least bit scared. Game reminds me of the Rumble in the Jungle. Foreman nearly (and quite literally) beat Ali to death...and lost. Bama will come to play.
Dawgs on the other hand have been dominate. Unanimous #1 for 8-9 weeks. Unchallenged since game 2. But the "now they're the hunted" narrative doesn't work. Make no mistake, in Dawg's minds Bama is still the hunted. This is the game Dawg players and coaches (and most fans) wanted. They won't be timidly waiting for the other shoe to drop. They want to step on Bama's face with a hobnail boot.
Bottom line- this game will not be for the faint of heart. IMO this game will have to be won, not lost. To much pride/ talent/ coaching for either team to wilt.
My $.02. Just locked up my tix. GO DAWGS!!
Set up is psychologically fascinating. First, top-to-bottom this is probably the most Elite talent to ever face off on a college football field. Elite talent rises to the occasion when challenged. And beyond talent- you can't play for Kirby or Saban on talent alone- you have to be tough. Players that make their way on to the field aren't scared and will not lay down no matter what.
Bama is the reigning and defending heavy weight champ. They haven't looked "Bama like" more than a few times this season. I don't think they care and I don't think they're the least bit scared. Game reminds me of the Rumble in the Jungle. Foreman nearly (and quite literally) beat Ali to death...and lost. Bama will come to play.
Dawgs on the other hand have been dominate. Unanimous #1 for 8-9 weeks. Unchallenged since game 2. But the "now they're the hunted" narrative doesn't work. Make no mistake, in Dawg's minds Bama is still the hunted. This is the game Dawg players and coaches (and most fans) wanted. They won't be timidly waiting for the other shoe to drop. They want to step on Bama's face with a hobnail boot.
Bottom line- this game will not be for the faint of heart. IMO this game will have to be won, not lost. To much pride/ talent/ coaching for either team to wilt.
My $.02. Just locked up my tix. GO DAWGS!!
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Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:45 am to WorkinDawg
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:47 am to WorkinDawg
Concur. Good luck to your bois, just not tomorrow. 
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:51 am to WorkinDawg
Yep - think you nailed it.
If you guys get us Saturday and we're not in the playoff I hope you finish the deal off in Indy. You folks deserve it.
If you guys get us Saturday and we're not in the playoff I hope you finish the deal off in Indy. You folks deserve it.
This post was edited on 12/3/21 at 9:57 am
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:54 am to SummerOfGeorge
The frick they deserve it. Nobody deserves a natty. You either get that shite or you don’t. The platitudes from Bama fans to UGA is pathetic.
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:54 am to WorkinDawg
Good analysis. Despite all the malarkey on
paper and in cyber....
That's why they play the game
paper and in cyber....
That's why they play the game
Posted on 12/3/21 at 9:56 am to WorkinDawg
Bama fans get to worry about the Gonzaga bball game right afterwards. 
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:05 am to WorkinDawg
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Dawgs on the other hand have been dominate. Unanimous #1 for 8-9 weeks. Unchallenged since game 2. But the "now they're the hunted" narrative doesn't work. Make no mistake, in Dawg's minds Bama is still the hunted. This is the game Dawg players and coaches (and most fans) wanted. They won't be timidly waiting for the other shoe to drop. They want to step on Bama's face with a hobnail boot.
Bottom line- this game will not be for the faint of heart. IMO this game will have to be won, not lost. To much pride/ talent/ coaching for either team to wilt.
The popular take is Bama can't hang with UGA this year. Georgia is about to get punched in the face. No one has really challenged them yet. East is weak and they have run roughshod over everyone. That changes Saturday. Will be interesting to see how they respond.
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:06 am to RiseUpATL
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The frick they deserve it. Nobody deserves a natty. You either get that shite or you don’t. The platitudes from Bama fans to UGA is pathetic.
You are a Tech fan, we get it. Sorry.
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:07 am to WorkinDawg
LOL.
Guess you never watched the LSU-Bama games of old, 2011. Way more talent on those two teams.
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First, top-to-bottom this is probably the most Elite talent to ever face off on a college football field.
Guess you never watched the LSU-Bama games of old, 2011. Way more talent on those two teams.
This post was edited on 12/3/21 at 10:10 am
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:29 am to SummerOfGeorge
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You are a Tech fan
He's still sore from last week's being taken raw
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:37 am to RollTide4Ever
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Bama fans get to worry about the Gonzaga bball game right afterwards.
Parlay time! I'm going to strike it rich on a $20 bet!
Posted on 12/3/21 at 10:40 am to WorkinDawg
Meh not nervous more resigned to the fact we are going to probably lose. Just happy to win the West again, 10 win season again and get a Sugar Bowl bid.
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