Grandmike
| Favorite team: | LSU  |
| Location: | Houston, TX |
| Biography: | LSU grad, class of '64. NASA 35 years, retired '98 |
| Interests: | LSU, golf, cooking, travel, Grandgaughter |
| Occupation: | retired |
| Number of Posts: | 693 |
| Registered on: | 7/10/2009 |
| Online Status: | Not Online |
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re: Burrow went 19-22 364 yds 3 TDs in 1 1/2 quarters of play
Posted by Grandmike on 10/25/21 at 6:09 pm
Excerpt from NFL article:
"hind Joe Burrow's big day
4:28 pm EDT Oct. 24, 2021
BALTIMORE – Just 54 weeks removed from an unsightly first trip to visit AFC North foe Baltimore, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow turned the tables in his return.
The second-year pro – who as a rookie turned the ball over twice and didn’t record a touchdown in a blowout loss against Baltimore – this time around delivered a dazzling performance as his Bengals stunned the Ravens 41-17 at M&T Bank Stadium.
Burrow passed for 416 yards and three touchdowns along with an interception in the end zone. Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase burned the Baltimore secondary for 201 yards and a touchdown on eight catches, and tight end C.J. Uzomah racked up two touchdowns and 91 receiving yards"
"hind Joe Burrow's big day
4:28 pm EDT Oct. 24, 2021
BALTIMORE – Just 54 weeks removed from an unsightly first trip to visit AFC North foe Baltimore, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow turned the tables in his return.
The second-year pro – who as a rookie turned the ball over twice and didn’t record a touchdown in a blowout loss against Baltimore – this time around delivered a dazzling performance as his Bengals stunned the Ravens 41-17 at M&T Bank Stadium.
Burrow passed for 416 yards and three touchdowns along with an interception in the end zone. Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase burned the Baltimore secondary for 201 yards and a touchdown on eight catches, and tight end C.J. Uzomah racked up two touchdowns and 91 receiving yards"
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Stankey statement
Posted by Grandmike on 7/27/21 at 5:25 pm
Now this is bullshite at its best.
"While the SEC has not proactively sought new members, we will purse significant change when there is a clear consensus among our members that such actions will further enrich the experiences of our student-athletes," Sankey said.
"While the SEC has not proactively sought new members, we will purse significant change when there is a clear consensus among our members that such actions will further enrich the experiences of our student-athletes," Sankey said.
Tigers in the NFL
Posted by Grandmike on 5/23/21 at 7:12 pm
I just scanned an article entitled " best keep secrets in the NFL". Three tigers made the list: Russle Gage, donte Jackson and Davon Godchaux. Geaux Tigers!
2020 NF first rounders performance so far
Posted by Grandmike on 10/7/20 at 7:56 am
ESPN take on CEH
Posted by Grandmike on 9/11/20 at 7:37 am
Here's the CEH part from an ESPN article on the Chief's win:
Rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was another offensive star. The Chiefs spent more than a half-billion dollars extending the contracts of Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce, but their most important move for 2020 might have been drafting Edwards-Helaire in the first round.
Edwards-Helaire rushed for 138 yards, and his 27-yard touchdown run in the third quarter was impressive. The LSU product made a couple of cuts to weave through the Houston defense on his way to the end zone.
On that play and others, the Texans had difficulty bringing down the 5-foot-8, 209-pound Edwards-Helaire in the open field.
"The biggest thing in training camp is you don't always get to see the hitting aspect, whether a guy is easy to tackle or whether he's brought down easy," Kelce said. "That was shown today. He's a tough son-of-a-buck. For how tall he is, man, he's got the strength of somebody my size. He runs the ball like no one I've ever seen at that size, and it's fun to play with. It's infectious when you see him playing his tail off and running his tail off, you want to go out there and block for him and make plays as well."
Edwards-Helaire became the Chiefs' primary back when Damien Williams opted out of the season shortly before the start of training camp amid the coronavirus pandemic. Williams led the Chiefs in rushing last season with 498 yards, but Edwards-Helaire reached about one-quarter of that total in his first NFL game.
Rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was another offensive star. The Chiefs spent more than a half-billion dollars extending the contracts of Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce, but their most important move for 2020 might have been drafting Edwards-Helaire in the first round.
Edwards-Helaire rushed for 138 yards, and his 27-yard touchdown run in the third quarter was impressive. The LSU product made a couple of cuts to weave through the Houston defense on his way to the end zone.
On that play and others, the Texans had difficulty bringing down the 5-foot-8, 209-pound Edwards-Helaire in the open field.
"The biggest thing in training camp is you don't always get to see the hitting aspect, whether a guy is easy to tackle or whether he's brought down easy," Kelce said. "That was shown today. He's a tough son-of-a-buck. For how tall he is, man, he's got the strength of somebody my size. He runs the ball like no one I've ever seen at that size, and it's fun to play with. It's infectious when you see him playing his tail off and running his tail off, you want to go out there and block for him and make plays as well."
Edwards-Helaire became the Chiefs' primary back when Damien Williams opted out of the season shortly before the start of training camp amid the coronavirus pandemic. Williams led the Chiefs in rushing last season with 498 yards, but Edwards-Helaire reached about one-quarter of that total in his first NFL game.
re: Can someone tell me what has changed with covid that is making these power 5 conferences
Posted by Grandmike on 8/10/20 at 7:40 am
Quote:"America used to be run by men.
Now, it isn't."
Interesting that the countries run by women are doing the best in this pandemic
re: As much as I want an LSU football season
Posted by Grandmike on 6/20/20 at 4:32 pm
"This country has gone completely insane!" Except for the 120,000 plus who have died and their families
LSU vs. Michigan
Posted by Grandmike on 6/8/20 at 9:51 am
link failed please delete
The future of LSU football recruiting
Posted by Grandmike on 6/7/20 at 12:42 pm
re: LSU A&M talent gap
Posted by Grandmike on 4/29/20 at 1:19 pm
It opens up for me; it's from the houston chronicle
LSU A&M talent gap
Posted by Grandmike on 4/29/20 at 1:16 pm
Thadeus Moss tidbit
Posted by Grandmike on 4/26/20 at 12:27 pm
Thaddeus Moss, TE, LSU
Signed with: Washington
Randy’s son went undrafted, despite his tremendous bloodlines and a spot on the reigning national champions. Moss had little pre-2019 impact in a college career that went from NC State to LSU with a medical redshirt in between, but his final season (47 catches, 570 yards, four TDs) was promising enough that he was expected to hear his name called this weekend.
Then he languished all the way to the free-agent pile. While he lacks the length (6’2) and athleticism that made his father a star, he can handle himself as a blocker and spring free for big gains downfield. He moves smoothly but not explosively — though when the rubber meets the road, he’s been able to create the separation needed to be a viable target downfield.
Moss was unable to work out at the combine after his medical exams revealed he had a fractured foot, which might’ve hurt his draft stock. If he’s healthy, he could be a coup for a Washington team without a No. 1 tight end.
Signed with: Washington
Randy’s son went undrafted, despite his tremendous bloodlines and a spot on the reigning national champions. Moss had little pre-2019 impact in a college career that went from NC State to LSU with a medical redshirt in between, but his final season (47 catches, 570 yards, four TDs) was promising enough that he was expected to hear his name called this weekend.
Then he languished all the way to the free-agent pile. While he lacks the length (6’2) and athleticism that made his father a star, he can handle himself as a blocker and spring free for big gains downfield. He moves smoothly but not explosively — though when the rubber meets the road, he’s been able to create the separation needed to be a viable target downfield.
Moss was unable to work out at the combine after his medical exams revealed he had a fractured foot, which might’ve hurt his draft stock. If he’s healthy, he could be a coup for a Washington team without a No. 1 tight end.
re: Terrific Burrow article
Posted by Grandmike on 4/22/20 at 7:12 pm
Quote "give him coronavirus! open the beaches!"
With a little practice you could become a real a-hole
With a little practice you could become a real a-hole
Terrific Burrow article
Posted by Grandmike on 4/22/20 at 6:42 pm
Can't get a reliable link; just google "Joe Burrow is the ideal imperfect NFL quarterback". You won't regret it
re: Houston Chronicle's post combine mock draft has 6 Tigers in the first round
Posted by Grandmike on 3/3/20 at 3:58 pm
"I'll go ahead and guess: "
pretty much in that order
re: Florida Will Beat Baylor By 20
Posted by Grandmike on 1/25/20 at 6:06 pm
Isn't this the guy who predicted the same outcome for Florida vs LSU?
re: Coach O alluded to a defensive change in the offseason
Posted by Grandmike on 1/21/20 at 8:39 am
When Orgeron was hired, Aranda was touted as "head coach in waiting". I suspect that once Orgeron established his creds as a long time coach at LSU, Aranda decided to move on.
Saturdy parade and celebration
Posted by Grandmike on 1/15/20 at 2:18 pm
Is anyone planning on tailgating?
Congratulations to the LSU Tigers and the Rant
Posted by Grandmike on 1/15/20 at 9:33 am
What an incredible season! I've been a daily reader of the Rant for several years and today was the most fun I've ever had reading the posts. Zero negativity, complete trust in the coaching staff to make good decisions going forward. Brady is leaving, no problem; next man up. Geaux Tigers.
ps. I live in houston and I'm reserving flights and a hotel room to attend Saturday's parade and celebration; can't wait.
ps. I live in houston and I'm reserving flights and a hotel room to attend Saturday's parade and celebration; can't wait.
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