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re: Herbstreit: People are failing to grasp this is a new era
Posted on 11/4/15 at 5:19 pm to JacketFan77
Posted on 11/4/15 at 5:19 pm to JacketFan77
Gave up trying to read every post here but one intangible that's not factored is that a team CAN be really good at one point of its schedule and not so good at another point. Mississippi State was outstanding early last year, one of the very best teams, but lost its mojo. Beating that early team should mean more than beating them when they were deflated. It works the other way as well, due to position changes, improved health, etc. LSU was far better on defense after Beckwith was inserted into the starting lineup. A lot of teams are doing that now. Other than expanding the playoff field I see no way to account for all the intangibles.
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Posted on 11/4/15 at 5:31 pm to IAmReality
Having UA and LSU both in the top 4 this week before they play allows the media to hype the game and get more viewers and make more money, which is what its all about.
Some people just can't see the forest for the trees.
Some people just can't see the forest for the trees.
This post was edited on 11/4/15 at 5:52 pm
Posted on 11/4/15 at 5:49 pm to IAmReality
I really like bama and I'd be just as happy if they win, but it's comical listening to everyone on Sirius radio try and pass off this turd sandwich as a filet mignon
They say it's week to week and start over but then they use bama's history as a talking point, there's no way given how they say they called it and the constraints they have given themselves that you can justify bama over a lot of teams, let alone Florida
They say it's week to week and start over but then they use bama's history as a talking point, there's no way given how they say they called it and the constraints they have given themselves that you can justify bama over a lot of teams, let alone Florida
Posted on 11/4/15 at 6:44 pm to Titus Pullo
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Having UA and LSU both in the top 4 this week before they play allows the media to hype the game and get more viewers and make more money, which is what its all about.
I can agree with this, it's a win win situation for the media and the polls.
But what if Bama beats LSU by one point on a last second score then LSU and Bama win out? Will LSU make the playoffs after they beat the team that beat Bama? Bama got the benefit of a do over just a few years ago.
Bama getting the highranking now gets them in the playoffs if they win out, when there could be other teams undefeated or one loss left out.
I think it all just boils down to is, win and you go no matter who the team is. I just don't see two SEC teams getting in this year unless an undefeated LSU loses to Florida in the SEC championship game.
Posted on 11/4/15 at 7:58 pm to offshoretrash
Nope, If LSU doesn't win we'll have to accept a p.o.s bowl. Only Alabama gets a mulligan.
Posted on 11/4/15 at 8:02 pm to harmonics
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LSU is #2 in the playoff poll, ahead of defending champ Ohio State and all they want to talk about is where Alabama is ranked. It is pathetic.
Personally, this is a bit high. We have some redzone defense problems and special teams is garbage. That's not a good combination. If LSU loses against Bama.. this will likely play a major role
Posted on 11/4/15 at 8:20 pm to bmy
Everyone advocated the playoff as helping the non marquee programs have a chance at the national championship. I said the real effect will be that the name brand programs will always find a way to be worked in. When they go to either, bet your sweet arse a team like Ohio State will NEVER be ranked 9-14. They will either be in top eight or down as far as fifteen. No in between.
Posted on 11/8/15 at 10:19 am to Captain Rumbeard
Captain Rumbeard
Good morning Rant....I hope every had a good nights sleep. I know I did.
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Makes no difference.
It's week to week.
After this week, Bama won't be sniffing top four again.
Good morning Rant....I hope every had a good nights sleep. I know I did.
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