Even Independence Bowl can tell us something about Georgia
Mark Richt entertained the horde of media (slight exaggeration) in Shreveport this week.
Let’s start with two facts. 1) Seven SEC teams landed in better bowl games than Georgia: Alabama (BCS), Florida (Sugar), LSU (Capital One), Mississippi (Cotton), Tennessee (Chick-fil-A), Auburn (Outback), Kentucky (Music City); 2) Only 6,800 of the Bulldogs’ 12,000-ticket allotment to the Independence Bowl was sold, which of course leads to the obvious question: How did they find 6,800 people to go to Shreveport?
So it’s safe to assume that most of you are not thrilled with the fact that the final memory of the 2009 season will be the Dec. 28, 5 p.m. time slot tonight on ESPN 2. (Programming note: The Independence Bowl follows the Premier League soccer game between Wolverhampton and Manchester City.)
But I’m here to tell you that tonight’s game does mean something for Georgia’s season. Besides, it’s worth watching if for no other reason than more updates from the minds of Urban Meyer.
This is what a win over Texas A&M tonight accomplishes. It leaves Georgia at 8-5, which aesthetically is a more pleasing than 7-6. It also means the Bulldogs will have gone 4-1 in their final five games after the Florida loss, including the win over Georgia Tech. (The lone defeat came to Kentucky, a development so stunning that even Rich Brooks is going to retire.) A win keeps recruits who are on the fence about Georgia at least still on that fence, or maybe even pushes them over it. A loss possibly tips them in the wrong direction.
The biggest problem with tonight’s game is it doesn’t give Georgia fans a true preview of next season. Next season’s quarterback won’t be playing, which stems from coach Mark Richt’s decision not to take the redshirt off of freshmen Aaron Murray or Zach Mettenberger. In a sense, next season’s defense also won’t be playing because Richt hasn’t hired a defensive coordinator yet (nor at least two other assistants).
But what you can take from tonight’s game is seeing what underclassmen are making plays tonight. Who looks like they are treating the game as a bonus and not a booby prize?
We can also find out something about Richt. This will be the first game he has coached since he fired Willie Martinez. Given the pressures and time constraints stemming from the job search, as well as recruiting, I want to see where the man’s level of energy and enthusiasm is at coaching a football game.
It’s not the game you wanted. It’s not the day or time slot you wanted. But it’s not a game devoid of meaning.
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UA Alum92
December 28th, 2009
1:30 pm
First?
UA Alum92
December 28th, 2009
1:31 pm
Yahoo!!! Where do I pick up my free subscription, JS?
PMC
December 28th, 2009
1:37 pm
Honestly though Jeff, I’m almost more excited to see what the A&M offense looks like vs the defense they are currently running at GA.
Not a scheme thing so much, but to see what rest and hopefully focus means to the way the young guys play on defense.
I’m interested to see if the OL blocks well even against a powder puff A&M defense and whether or not the receivers play well.
Mark really needs the offense at the very least to play a crisp well executed game..whether the score is Arkansasesque or not.
PMC
December 28th, 2009
1:39 pm
I want to see special teams players not turning the ball over and I want to see if Branden Smith’s pass coverage ability has progressed to the positive.
Dostoyevskiy
December 28th, 2009
1:43 pm
A&M and UGa rushing to be first to Shreveporta John.
CatsFly
December 28th, 2009
1:45 pm
Pick-ups and travel trailers clog up Shreveporta John.
athensdawg
December 28th, 2009
1:45 pm
the problem this year has been that 1. we couldn’t run the ball. 2. willie’s defense sucked.
had #1 been working, #2 wouldn’t have been so bad.
so…same scenario. can we run the ball? if we can, we will win. if not, hang onto your hats.
lanier
December 28th, 2009
1:45 pm
i want to see if the grad asst. outcoaches wille. wille would have given up over 40 to the aggies
"But it’s not a game devoid of meaning".
December 28th, 2009
1:45 pm
As Col. Sherman T. Potter would say “HORSEHOCKEY!”
Jeff Schultz
December 28th, 2009
1:46 pm
PMC — The scheme will be ultra simplified, for obvious reasons. I think it actually will be an interesting game to watch.
Jeff Schultz
December 28th, 2009
1:46 pm
UA Alum 92 — Certificate’s in the mail. Use to be a check, but then they started bouncing.
Starring Kam Fong as Chin Ho
December 28th, 2009
1:51 pm
Not much to gain or lose in this game, hopefully it will at least be a hard hitting, interesting game. Good night Willie Martinez where ever you are
Bryan G.
December 28th, 2009
1:52 pm
I think you’re right, Jeff. How the team plays and how Richt coaches will say a lot about this program and where it is headed. If they go out and lay an egg, that will speak volumes about Richt’s ability to motivate.
The main thing is that this trip has to be used as motivation in 2010. Next time UGA is stinking it up at the half of a game, all Richt has to say is “men, do we want to play our butts off or do you want to do Christmas in Shreveport again??”
Chris
December 28th, 2009
1:54 pm
Jeff – did the AJC not feel like footing the bill for you to report the game in person?
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
1:55 pm
Certainly disappointed to be here. Certainly deserved it. Jeff, you are right though. It’s not a game devoid of meaning and I do not expect the team will phone this in. You make an interesting point about the last 5 games. Unfortunately, I think the UK loss was needed as I do not think the necessary changes would have been made had that not happened.
I like the fact we got another four weeks to practice and get better as a team. However, we are long way away from turning the ship. The good news is that the SEC East is a little muddled next year. The last time we ran a red-shirt freshman out there as QB, we won 8 games and played pretty well (Green in 2001) so it’s possible. I choose to be optimistic that things will be better. Nine months of the alternative is not the way I plan on spending the off season.
Paul Johnson
December 28th, 2009
1:56 pm
I’m still trying to figure out how Willie Martinez outcoached me this year. Sure, we won the ACC and go to the Urange Bowl*, but we lost to the worst Ga. team in 20 years. Just damn!
*Urange Bowl features ACC Champion which lost to Ga (again).
SEC SEC SEC
December 28th, 2009
1:57 pm
Man, did you see that whoppin our SEC counterparts put on that weak @ss ACC conference team last night. Kentucky ran all over them and Clemson looked like they didn’t even have a clue. I wish Clemson was in the SEC so it would be a guaranteed win for all the teams in our superior conference. SEC SEC SEC SEC SEC SEC
Dude
December 28th, 2009
1:58 pm
The game is at 5:00????? WTF!! I guess I will get to catch the second half. So you’re telling me the game is competing with re-runs of The King of Queens and Seinfeld? If it’s “The Contest” episode, I might have to think real hard before switching over to the Ocho.
Either a tard or your joking
December 28th, 2009
2:02 pm
SEC SEC SEC ,
Are you sure you watched the same game as everyone else did?? If I am not mistaken Clemson took Kentucky to the woodshed. But, if you’re joking, HAHA..
11-2 GEORGIA TECH in ORANGE BOWL
December 28th, 2009
2:05 pm
An Orange Bowl victory leaves Georgia Tech at 12-2, which aesthetically is more pleasing than 11-2.
Please enter your Shreveport 7-5 comments here:
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
2:06 pm
I expect to see Ealy and King continue to dominate as a rushing duo.On Defense?Well the coaches have been fired,the seniors and draft thinking juniors will be playing their last game at UGA…what’s more important to them…winning the game or not getting hurt?How motivated will any of them be?Our offensive guys have a lot to play for same could be said for the A&M offense..how bad would it look to be shutdown by a team that doesn’t have a defensive staff together..so I expect some offensive fireworks 38-35 somewhere along those lines.
ACC Rules
December 28th, 2009
2:07 pm
Uhh, 21-13 isn’t exactly being taken to the woodshed. However, if that does classify as a woodshed beatin’ then 30-24 and gaining over 300 yards on the ground against a 10-1 team would be the same if not worse.
ACC Rules
December 28th, 2009
2:08 pm
Uhhh, 21-13 isn’t exactly a woodshed whoopin’. However, if it is, then 30-24 and gaining over 300 yards against the eventual conference champs would classify the same. Thanks for clarifying!
11-2 GEORGIA TECH in ORANGE BOWL
December 28th, 2009
2:09 pm
An Independence Bowl loss leaves Georgia at 7-6 which is very disturbing.
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
2:09 pm
All you ACC fans need to shut up. Your SECOND place team beat the 5th or 6th best out of the SEC by a touchdown. Really? How do you think your RUNNER-UP would do against OUR runner-up (Florida). Chew on that and then be happy for your BCS bid that is undeserved.
Spurrier
December 28th, 2009
2:12 pm
This is so sad.
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
2:12 pm
Folks keep talking about the Kentucky game as some sort of spur for change…I think Wille and crew were gone regardless.Watch the game again…WM had nothing to do with losing that game.We still fumbled at the 1yd line…that’s why we lost
The Lone Trumpeter
December 28th, 2009
2:15 pm
Jeff is right. This game means a lot to our recruiting and to our pride. We need to go out there and show what SEC football is all about. I really don’t think our defense will be affected by the absence of Martinez. He never blitzed and ran a base defense 80 percent of the time. I think our fill ins will probably do about the same. Can’t wait to see the new d next year.
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:16 pm
SOUTHGADAWG, totally agree that defense didn’t lose the UK game, but I promise you that if we had won that game and went to the Outback and won and finished 9-4, there would have been very little change in this staff, if at all. The loss to UK only further put pressure on Richt to make changes.
I am just glad the changes were made. We’ll be better for it….I hope! Or we’ll be hiring a new coach come this time next year.
"Chef" Tim Dix
December 28th, 2009
2:17 pm
Jeff, I’m starting to believe you and Mark are really the same person.
When was the last time you were seen together , huh?
Welcome back, I’ll save the welcome home when you get there.
Dumb argument
December 28th, 2009
2:17 pm
There’s no way of knowing how the ACC’s runner up would do against the SEC’s runner up because they are never going to play each other. So comparing conferences is just stupid and it would be nice if everyone would stop trying to do so. Since that is never going to happen, I would guess Florida would beat Clemson like that have been beating UGA for the past decade and a half. However, we will never know since they never play each other so STFU ACC and SEC fans!
GIVE ME A BREAK
December 28th, 2009
2:17 pm
How fitting at Christmas for Willie to pay for Bobo’s mistakes.
alpharettadawg
December 28th, 2009
2:18 pm
This bowl game is a waste. Let’s hope these underclassman remember this feeling for the rest of their stay at UGA and it motivates them to play in BCS bowls. I’d rather they use this 3 hr time slot for Richt to announce his DC, and talk about his plan for 2010. At least the 2010 schedule resembles the schedule Alabama played this year.
UA Alum92
December 28th, 2009
2:19 pm
Independece Bowl predictions? What about the Vikes and the Bears?
Barnacle Bill Bavasi
December 28th, 2009
2:22 pm
So, can the Falcons please sign Brandon Coutu now? Geez.
The Lone Trumpeter
December 28th, 2009
2:22 pm
Martinez was gone no matter what after the Tenn game. Richt just had to wait till the right time.
FartsALotDawg
December 28th, 2009
2:22 pm
Time to tail gait.
Monticello Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:23 pm
Dude, I would definitely recommend you watch the second half. It is the last chance in 09 to watch the STATE CHAMPION Georgia Bulldogs.
Basketball fans, after the game is over, you can switch to Comcast Sports and see the last part of the UNDEFEATED, TOP TEN RANKED, and yes, STATE CHAMPION Lady Bulldogs of Coach Andy Landers as they take on Clemson.
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:24 pm
UA- Hard to predict what Dawgs team will show up. But if the A&M defense is as bad as they say, I would say 28-27 (pick a team) because we will run the ball and limit possessions. I don’t think A&M will hit the 40 point mark like some are predicting. I think our best defense will be to grind out the clock and just simply limit possessions.
Like the Vikes now that the Saints have opened the door for home field.
Snorkel (the forgotten Split)
December 28th, 2009
2:27 pm
This is a major crossroads for Richt and the GA program. The VA. Tech AD stopped what would have been the best Christmas possible for all who wear the Red and Black… and the clock is still ticking. There needs to be a D Coordinator before signing day. Remember what happened to Tuberville when he started firing coordinators? I hear Larry in my head voicing all kinds of anxiety:
Larry: “My God man! Can these guys possibly stop the other guys without a coach.. we got a couple of Grad students trying stick fingers in the Dyke? Can they possibly stop this flood?”
Lorne: “Well Larry, Docta Adams just set up a motor scooter drivin safety program for the bulldawgs and …”
Larry: “Shut up Lorne… just shut up. We are in danger of losing to a 6 and 6 team that trots a high school defense onto the field and you are telling me about some freaking detail that has nothing to do with anything!”
Lorne: ” Well Larry, I remember in 1979 when coach Dooley lost to Wake Forest at home and they got new red and black socks for the seniors and…”
Larry; “I knew I should have stayed retired.”
heartofdarkness
December 28th, 2009
2:29 pm
Who is favored in the Wolverhampton match?
Drunk in Shreveport
December 28th, 2009
2:31 pm
Woo hoo! Just made out with a toothless local yokel at the Waffle House
Gooooooooooooooooo dawgs! 8-5 baby
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:32 pm
I like Manchester City in this one. They have a smothering defense and are just too fast on the edges.
Paul's Johnson
December 28th, 2009
2:33 pm
Coach Suntan’s teams are completely unpredictable. They win when they shouldn’t—except against Florida—-and lose unexpectedly, sometimes in blowout fashion. About the only think we definitely say about this game is that Mutts should come out in their normal colored pet sweaters
Lindsey
December 28th, 2009
2:34 pm
GO DAWGS!!!!!
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
2:35 pm
I think it would be a great marketing idea to have a SEC-ACC challenge every season in early September or late August to parallel the ACC-Big 10 matchup in basketball. Pit the teams against each other based on their finish from the previous year. It would give a solid out of conference game and fans would eat it up. Granted, certain parameters would have to be set (no UGA-GT, UF-FSU, or Clem-USC matchups), but it would be a great marketing tool. Thoughts? I’ll hang up and listen.
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
2:36 pm
It’s a thin line between winning and losing SD Dawg.Think about it this way…if King and Ealy were ready to go in game 1 I don’t think we are sitting on 7-5…I say 9-3 at the least.My major complaint against the defensive staff had been 3 or 4 years of suspect recruiting outside of DT’s.Seems like that group got the message 1 year too late.As for the future…the offense is going to be loaded next year….this has to be the best collection of talent Richt has ever had at UGA including 08..Defense….a lot like this year’s offense…a lot of unknowns but some youngsters with potential.
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:36 pm
However, there is one game where “Coach Suntan” is pretty predictable. Happens just after Thanksgiving every year.
Mike Bobo
December 28th, 2009
2:39 pm
Looks like we will be returning here for many more years……
If we could only beat Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, LSU, Alabama….
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:40 pm
Well, it’s closer to game time and Coach Richt has some really nice sunglasses on. We think maybe he has a sunglasses contract sort of like a shoe contract only for sunglasses. Anyway, he’s always been nice to me and I’m just a temp. How’s the state running about now?
UA Alum92
December 28th, 2009
2:41 pm
I agree, SD Dawg. Hard to know which team will show. I mean, while Man City has the speed, Wolverhampton will be looking to rebound following their two-nil loss to the Reds. In American football, I think the Dawgs win in a close one. I’d love to see the Monsters of the Midway take care of Favre & Co. but I don’t see it happening.
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:41 pm
SouthGA- I do like the offense for next year. I do not think Murray can be worse than Cox in terms of turnovers. Question is can he make the key throws when called upon. We just need to line up and run it.
I don’t know how in the world the defense is not WORSE next year. We lose three NFL DL’s. Hopefully, “coaching up”, new scheme, new attitude makes a difference.
11-2 Georgia Tech in Orange Bowl
December 28th, 2009
2:42 pm
but we lost to GEORGIA, which ruins it! I’ll admit it!
Vince Dooley
December 28th, 2009
2:43 pm
Without me, UGA will never be great again. Somebody please start a drive to name the Stadium after me…PLEASE!
I would do it myself … but I have to rebuild my house now.
John
December 28th, 2009
2:43 pm
This game will tell us something about Georgia…if the defense has a good showing, it will tell us that the next defensive coordinator will be Rodney Gardner.
City fan
December 28th, 2009
2:43 pm
Looking forward to the Man City match….can’t say that I will be excited to see the Georgia team play tonight. They have been uninspired in every game but one this year and while lots was made of Willie’s D, the offense has not exactly been a consistent unit either. So good luck Dogs, I hope you surprise me. Most importantly, if you win just stay in your hotel rooms tonight and rent a movie. Nothing good ever happens in Shreveport after 9 p.m.
D(r)ooley
December 28th, 2009
2:43 pm
Shreveport? December 28th? Second tier programs Georgia and Texas A&M…………..should be a good one.
Mike Bobo
December 28th, 2009
2:44 pm
The food here at the Denny’s is great!
I think we will come back next year!
Mikey
December 28th, 2009
2:45 pm
This just in-
Tim Tebow will coach the Gators next year, thus giving up a chance to be an NFL starter… err…backup.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:45 pm
These graduate assistant coaches have been great to me. We’re all temps, you know. Today, we toured a huge dog food factory here in Shreveport (one of the biggest dog food plants anywhere) and we had a nice time together. If I was running the state I’d try to get them to move this plant to Georgia.
fame
December 28th, 2009
2:46 pm
SOUTHGADAWG88 you cracked me up with that analogy you had of Meyer being like a dope addict!!Lol now whenever I see him on TV I’m starting to see that “wild look” in his eyes too…lol
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:48 pm
City Fan- LOL on the Shreveport after 9pm comment. I drove out to California twice this year. Both times right past the stadium on 1-20. I thought to myself, what a crappy place to watch a bowl game. Never thought we’d be there. I guess I learned the valuable lesson of never….
Tony
December 28th, 2009
2:48 pm
Haha. 5pm Dec 28th game. And people say this program isn’t on the brink of disaster. LOL
Dawg Fan 74
December 28th, 2009
2:48 pm
Good luck Dawgs!
I hope you can win this major bowl!
WonderDawg
December 28th, 2009
2:49 pm
At least Martinez and Fabris won’t be making a$$es out of themselves on the sideline anymore….
GayRay from South Beach
December 28th, 2009
2:49 pm
I am really getting aggravated at all of these Tech fans that are coming into town. They keep trying to punch me in the butt. I’ve already broken off three of their little stingers today.
Also, FYI, you don’t wear socks with flip flops
Dawg Fan 74
December 28th, 2009
2:51 pm
Maybe next year we can shoot for the Emerald Bowl…
Gamecocks
December 28th, 2009
2:51 pm
GO AGGIES
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:51 pm
Vince Dooley told me he has a bigger shower at the team hotel (EconoLodge) than he does at home right now. He’s living in the lap of luxury right here in Shreveport. I wonder if there’s any mold or asbestos here? I can tell you for sure somebody’s already pee’d on the carpet. Several somebodies.
JB
December 28th, 2009
2:53 pm
I thankful the A&M offense is great and will score on Georgia pretty much at will so Richt doesn’t get all teary eyed and mushy and promote Rodney Garner…..great guy, but not what we need.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:53 pm
These new coaches are great! They’ve been walking me around town and we’ve been sightseeing. What’s the biggest Walgreen’s you’ve ever seen?
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
2:54 pm
Fame he has all the symptoms Betty Ford knows all too well.Seriously though it’s hard to see a guy like that lasting 10 plus years coaching at one spot…he’s too wired up
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:54 pm
Yuck it up Techmen. Doesn’t change outcome…
JB
December 28th, 2009
2:55 pm
Earlier blog had Tech Nerds talking about getting laid in Miami…….I don’t think pasty white thighs and glasses and pocket protectors work that magic in Miami….LOL
Angus
December 28th, 2009
2:55 pm
I dunno, Jeff. It looks like you struggled to make a compelling case for this ball game – you get an A for effort.
Me thinks it’s more of a no-win game for UGA. Beating a poor, 3-5 in conference Big 12 team won’t lift an eyelash outside of Athens or College Station. Lose and UGA’s rep plummets – they’ll start ‘10-11 unranked and rated 7th in the SEC.
Dawgs roll, 31-20.
Cuz
December 28th, 2009
2:57 pm
Joe Cox better not throw an interception. I won’t be able to blame Coach Willie.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:57 pm
It’s not even going to be 5:00 here when we start. That 4:00 sun should be right in Coach Richt’s face and you all know what that means. With that thinning hair of his he’s going to need some sunblock.
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
2:57 pm
Question for all…what if we do shut them down today?What does it mean?They suck?DC is pretty much overrated?The next DC already on staff?This game could be interesting
gatorsam
December 28th, 2009
2:57 pm
Have you noticed the excitement each year from the Dawgs when they finish fast after the Jacksonville fiasco? Same song, different verse!
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:58 pm
Shreveport is pretty special if you’re a dog.
JB
December 28th, 2009
2:59 pm
Tech couldn’t beat a middle of the pack worn out Georgia team at home, what will Iowa do to them?
fame
December 28th, 2009
2:59 pm
They suck IMO 88
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
2:59 pm
Angus is correct. No win for us in terms of perception. Just handle your business. Pack up the bus and head back to Athens. The extra practice is invaluable to the future though.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
2:59 pm
Jeff, will the AJC writer for this game also be a temp? There are a lot of temps working here today.
WonderDawg
December 28th, 2009
3:01 pm
Answer – Zero.
Question – How many nerds have gotten “lucky” at South Beach to date?
The REAL Paul's Johnson
December 28th, 2009
3:01 pm
Russ, the Temporary Mascot, why don’t you go chase cars in traffic.
WonderDawg
December 28th, 2009
3:02 pm
Well. nerds, at least we’re playing on a green field….
boots
December 28th, 2009
3:03 pm
Jeff, it will also be interesting to see if some of the things other coaches were criticised for (directional kick-offs) continue with CMR. I’m hoping they don’t. Bowl games can be something to build upon, even if they suck. Winning this miserable bowl is better than losing a miserable bowl.
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
3:03 pm
UGA next year could have losses to the following…USC (1st real game…new QB…on the road), Arkansas, Miss. St. (a classic road trap game), UT (3 of the last 4 years…and a great Defensive coordinator), UK (road game and a lot of young talent), Florida (we all know that history), Auburn (road game and a tough place to play) and GT. That is 7 potential losses. Do I think they lose all 7? Heck no. Do I think they could lose as many as 5 of them? Yes. You UGA fans may want to look around for options in Shreveport again..or you may get a break and get to Nashville. 8-4 is doable. 9-3? I think that’s a pipe dream.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:03 pm
The water tastes bad in Shreveport and it smells a little. We brought some bottled water for the game. I was in a parade this morning with some folks from Advocare. We were all walking down the street together. I have short legs and don’t go too fast but all the Advocare folks were using walkers. We were about the same speed. I never knew there was an Advocare Bowl but I’ve met some nice old folks here.
WonderDawg
December 28th, 2009
3:04 pm
You think Coach Richt will tell his players to “win this one for the Willie”?
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:05 pm
Gatorsam- I haven’t seen ONE Dawg fan this year who is excited with the way this team finished. Happy to beat Tech, but most if not all are dissatisfied. You can stay and beat your chest. You guys earned it and do most every year the last 20. The rest of the Tech fans are wasting time trying to get under our skin about Shreveport. Frankly, anything south of the Sugar Bowl is nothing to get excited about. If you aren’t playing in the SEC Championship, it’s all pretty disappointing.
See y’all in J-Vegas next year. We plan on showing up and trying again. The ship has got to turn at some point. Right?
Bob
December 28th, 2009
3:06 pm
Uga will be 0-2 against the big 12 after today!
Two unranked teams in a meaningless dec 28th game! Wow nice job dogs! You did well for your redneck fanbase!
WonderDawg
December 28th, 2009
3:07 pm
Come on acc=weaksister, you know Tech has won its “once per decade” game in Athens. The other six will be seriously tough, though.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:07 pm
Since it’s not a sellout they passed out tickets at the Advocare Nursing Home. This will be almost like the East Stands at Grant Field! Old people don’t make a lot of noise and we sure didn’t bring anybody here for the game. Heck, we didn’t even bring a full staff of coaches.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:07 pm
Happy to admit it. I’m finally here. Shreveport USA! Have seen very few dawg tailgaters but have seen thousands of AGGIES. Sick em
AdvoCare V100
December 28th, 2009
3:07 pm
Nice bowl bullmutts!!
SD Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:07 pm
9-3 is not a pipe dream. Do I think it will happen? Probably not. But that is not a pipe dream. David Greene redshirted and went 8-4 in 2001. Put me down for 8-4 with a win over Tech for sure.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:08 pm
The blogging work of Russ, the Temporary Mascot is now done. Woof! Go Dawgs!
Redneck
December 28th, 2009
3:09 pm
That’s right, Bob. Our absolute worst team in over a decade just smacked around your best in two decades! Still leaves a bad taste, huh?
SOUTH GA DAWG FAN
December 28th, 2009
3:09 pm
I agree with John that the reason there is not a new DC is because if the georgia D has a strong showing the statement out of athens will be after a long and exhausting search and many many interviews we have found the best man for the job coach Rodney Gardner! we will have a press conference in 6 months have a great new year dawg fans i know you are excited about the new DC . Wait for it it could happen
doesn’t look like there has been much of a search at all
any way GO DAWGS !!!!!!!!!!
How2fish
December 28th, 2009
3:10 pm
Good luck to the Dawgs as ACC “Champs” we need to make our best showing of the year! And Jeff your right there is a ton we can learn about next year tonight.
The Lone Trumpeter
December 28th, 2009
3:10 pm
This team better come ready to play because A&M will.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:10 pm
It really does smell kind of musky here. Must be from the Red River
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:12 pm
Anything new from the Urban Meyer saga?
norman
December 28th, 2009
3:12 pm
Jeff- What do you think of the rumors of John Chauvis of LSU coming to UGA as DC?
GayRay from South Beach
December 28th, 2009
3:13 pm
It’s easy to pick out the Tech fans that are coming into town.
They are all men, no women. Most are middle aged, fat, pasty and smelly with thinning hair combed over the tops of their crusty heads. They are wearing outdated bermuda shorts, dark, dress socks and sandals. They have on festive gold, short sleeve shirts emblazoned with that moronic, little bee and whatever greasy crap they had for breakfast. The rest are late teens, early 20’s, same attire but with acne infested faces and green teeth.They walk around babbling and giggling incoherently, gawking at the women and trying to get them to pose for pictures. The majority are Middle Easterners and Asians.
The old, fat ones keep hitting on me and giving me their room numbers.
Disgusting, all of them.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:13 pm
This stadium looks like a 1940’s bridge, sort of rickety
re: Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:14 pm
You’re not funny. Zero percent of your posts have even made me begin to chuckle. Give it up.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:14 pm
Seen some pretty decent Aggie women
Paul's Johnson
December 28th, 2009
3:14 pm
Do they sell Makers Mark in Shreveport? As Mutt fans know, brown liquor helps.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:15 pm
seen some aggie cows too
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:15 pm
NOT the chick filet types either
Bob
December 28th, 2009
3:15 pm
And in our first year with a new system, we smacked around your team, preseason #1 ranking and all.
Final score
Aggies 33
Dogs 23
Rex
December 28th, 2009
3:15 pm
I forget, who won the Georgia – Georgia Tech game?
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:16 pm
Man, we are really out numbered.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:17 pm
Just saw a couple of dawgs. Were in the right place
JB
December 28th, 2009
3:18 pm
No SEC team will be in Shreveport after this year. New contract calls for Mountain West team Vs. ACC team. So Tech, call your Dawg friends for advice next year.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:18 pm
NOT, those were two guys walking around playing dueling banjos. The fat one walked awkwardly and had a red ear
"Chef" Tim Dix
December 28th, 2009
3:20 pm
The lastest on Meyer is he will now reportedly sumbit to being placed into a state of suspended animation.
Winder Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:20 pm
ouch
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:20 pm
I was lured back to the blog by re: Russ the Temporary Macot. I am not a full time mascot so I can’t be funny like a real UGA VIII. I do the best I can as a temporary. If this is the number 8 SEC bowl I’d hate to see number 9. Reminds me of number 2. Smells that way, too.
Greg
December 28th, 2009
3:21 pm
Hey how2. Does this mean that boise and byu are pac 10 champs?
You stupid acc champs comments are worth about as much as a cup of coffee.
If you played in the acc, you would not have won. In fact, you would have had at least 3 losses. You only beat us because willie was leaving. Today it will be back to the same mistake prone, missed tackling, ga football. And to think gt still nearly beat you. LOL
Not Disappointed
December 28th, 2009
3:21 pm
Good luck pups against the aggies. Beat them and make the state proud.
Ramblin Wreck for life! Howdy to CUZ and 45ACP!
Happy Holidays!
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
3:22 pm
I just saw a super model walking with a guy who’s shirt said “Yellow Fuzz was right” on the back of it.
Greg
December 28th, 2009
3:22 pm
I also suppose that means fsu was sec champs all throughout the 90’s and early 2000’s when they beat uf.
Max Sizemore
December 28th, 2009
3:23 pm
Prediction: the UGA defense will show a number of new wrinkles: more stunts, more blitzing. OK, maybe not new stuff, but rarely utilized under Willie. I think Richt wants to see how his players respond, since they prefer being more aggressive. The only problem is the UGA defensive backs can’t cover (Evans) or even tackle (Jones, Cuff) Sonny Clusters.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:23 pm
Yes, the SEC has lost Shreveport. UGA will be the last SEC team to play in the last place SEC bowl. Somehow, that’s very special.
jack bull
December 28th, 2009
3:23 pm
i really hate that the bowl games are more about business than matchups(although as a business man i understand).. sure do wish we could’ve played Clemson last night..or maybe even Va. Tech here in Atl…when picking bowl games winners, the first thing you should look at is,,,which team is happier to be where they’re at… with that said, i kinda think A&M is a whole lot happier to be playing in shreveport than UGA is…and that scares me a lil bout this game..
wouldn’t mind seeing the freshmen play at least one series, they could still redshirt after that, but i doubt it would happen..
"Chef" Tim Dix
December 28th, 2009
3:24 pm
Meyer now reportly has plans to travel to India to meet with the Mahareeshe to study TM and the sitar.
Advisor
December 28th, 2009
3:24 pm
Georgia Tech could finally fill that tiny little Bobby Dodd Stadium to capacity if they held a cricket match, a camel race or a Star Trek Convention there.
Joe 5-Star Recruit
December 28th, 2009
3:26 pm
Yee-haw! Northwest Louisiana rocks baby!
Why would I want to take my thug attitude and my corn-row hair-do and my gansta-rap dance moves to prime-time in New Orleans on New Years when I could spend a MONDAY at 5 pm in Shreveport with a nice-guy coach who does high dives in place of summer practice time.
TH-UGA….here I come baby!
"Chef" Tim Dix
December 28th, 2009
3:26 pm
If you play the FLA/FSU game backwards it says “Spurrier is dead.”
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
3:26 pm
Is AJ Green Playing? If so, I thinbk Georgia will win a close game. The defense, who knows how they will play. There is so much unmcertainty on this side of the ball and it’s been that way all year. Georgia will give up several big plays and AM will score at least 24 but that means UGA will score 27 or 30. Georgia 30 AM 24. After the Sugar Bowl Georgia names Kirby DC.
Shreveport Mayor
December 28th, 2009
3:28 pm
To the 50 tailgating redneck uga fans. Please pick up your trash. The only trash we allow here is larry flynt. Thank you.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:28 pm
Dogs have a way of knowing. When we got to the team hotel I could tell that some dogs had been on that carpet long before I got there. I had to be on good behavior because I’m a temp and stand no chance at all of being selected if I wet the carpet. But I know I would not have been the first. I will be the last SEC dog to come to Shreveport though. They have upgraded the bowl for next year. I think we may be playing in Winder next year.
The Ghost of Doug Dickey
December 28th, 2009
3:29 pm
Never mind Urban Meyer’s issues….he was simply trying to channel his inner Brett Farve.
Hell, ESPN ought to turn Farve’s annual cry-baby retirement speech and now, Urban’s annual “yes, I’ll return, no wait, I need a vacation” speech into a pay-per-view.
I’d watch. Beats watching Georgia football anyday.
re: Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:29 pm
Good news. While still not funny, you are officially the second most annoying person on this blog. @Dog Dawg takes the cake.
This
December 28th, 2009
3:30 pm
wolves man city game will be more exciting than the toilet bowl on after.
jack bull
December 28th, 2009
3:30 pm
this just in…Meyer changed his mind after a really bad practice, says he’s leaving immediately…
SOUTH GA DAWG FAN
December 28th, 2009
3:30 pm
for the game today i predict 30-24 yep thats a pretty good final for a game.
GO DAWGS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:32 pm
I am a temp but I have standards. If they need me to help coach I can do it. I’ve been on the sidelines now enough times to be helpful to Coach Richt if he needs me. That would give him 3 good temporary coaches to work with during this important bowl game. He could do worse.
Ron Mexico
December 28th, 2009
3:34 pm
Here is a little something for those tech fans that are of course on a real teams blog running their mouths off about nothing – 38-3 LSU. Thats what happened to you losers last year. Enjoy.
Connect the Dots, UGA fans
December 28th, 2009
3:34 pm
Recruiting: Based on all the recruiting websites information and recruits talking about where they stand, UGA is going to have a dismal close on it’s recruiting this year. Regardless of what Florida does. Simply put, the kids are going to programs that are up or on the way up. Georgia had a down year and is idle at best, for the moment at-least. If Georgia wants to keep its current top 10 class, especially with it’s defensive recruits, they need to make a big splash with a defensive coordinator hire and soon. On the offensive side of the ball, I am afraid the dawgs are not getting many bites from big name targets. Maybe the lack of focus on offensive recruiting this year and concentration on stacking-up the defensive side of the ball. I do know the dogs need another big time receiver beside D’Rick Rogers with AJ a season from being in the league. All signs show all the 4 and 5 star kids, especially receivers and backs not seriously considering UGA. As far as running back, Mack Brown says he is still all Gator, I don’t see Marquis Lattimore the running back from SC coming to UGA either. Recruits add UGA to their recruiting list as a safety net, not as a desired chose, why because UGA can’t break the consistency SEC slump and more importantly be in the hunt year in and our for NC. Beating Florida above .500 would go along way to establish that. Build it and the recruits will come.
The conclusion and answer. UGA needs to meet their needs with 3 star kids. Hire a great defensive coordinator, straighten out the defense and special teams this year. While the new quarterback is being groomed. Based on the following schedule listed below, it is possible we have a 8-4 team, maybe another 7-5. With much improvement as we do not get blown out of games. If the ball bonces our way, we could conceivable go 9-3.
The elixir to UGA problems is simply winning. Also style points, recruits pay attention to that. Does UGA make their players successful on the field. Which UGA has not over the past few years. Once players start playing at our above their potential due to coaching, it shows on Saturdays. Build it and they will come.
UGA fan for life. Former 1-aa football player.
WIN University of Louisiana-Lafayette Athens, Ga. TBD
WIN Sat, Sep 11 South Carolina * at Columbia, S.C. TBD
WIN Sat, Sep 18 Arkansas * Athens, Ga. TBD
LOSE Sat, Sep 25 Mississippi State * at Starkville, Miss. TBD
WIN Sat, Oct 02 Colorado at Boulder, Colo. TBD
LOSE Sat, Oct 09 Tennessee * Athens, Ga. TBD
WIN Sat, Oct 16 Vanderbilt * Athens, Ga. TBD
WIN Sat, Oct 23 Kentucky * at Lexington, Ky. TBD
LOSE Sat, Oct 30 Florida * at Jacksonville, Fla. TBD
WIN Sat, Nov 06 Idaho State Athens, Ga. TBD
LOSE Sat, Nov 13 Auburn * at Auburn, Ala. TBD
LOSE Sat, Nov 27 Georgia Tech Athens, Ga. TBD
* Conference Games
jack bull
December 28th, 2009
3:34 pm
never mind, meyer just changed his mind again, now he’s staying,,for now
Dog in Fla
December 28th, 2009
3:35 pm
Schultz is front-runner for whatever award is given in name of Grantland Rice or Furman Bischer, or both, for ‘Best 2009 Moment Captured by a Parenthetical Phrase’ :
“(The lone defeat came to Kentucky, a development so stunning that even Rich Brooks is going to retire)”
Ron Mexico
December 28th, 2009
3:39 pm
Connects the Dots guy, you need to learn how to read and write. I almost thought your comment had something to it, then I realized your a moron. So I stopped reading.
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
3:39 pm
Well, two birds with one stone. Jeff was just in touch with me and I will be covering the game for the AJC. Temps can be very useful. Since I’m already here as a temporary mascot it makes sense for the AJC to let me cover the game as a temporary sportswriting temporary mascot. Some may say this in no job for a dog but I think the AJC has proved them wrong.
Dave in NC
December 28th, 2009
3:40 pm
First of all the game is starting at 5:00 Eastern so that it is over before Monday night football. Something about the business. Second, the way UGA played this year this is exactly what they deserved, but they will not lose to this team so for all of those touting 0-2 vs. the “Least 12″ quit smoking the pipe. TAMU travels very well and they really get into their football team, no matter the bowl or record. We will be much bette next year and the practice that these kids are getting will be invaluable in the long run. Old fashioned ball control offense will keep their O off the field, but the D definitely needs to GATA.
Bill
December 28th, 2009
3:40 pm
In Tim Tucker’s Preview of UGA bowl game today. Mr Tucker used GT in the review 4 times…Its a shame UGA only won one game to brag about.
If UGA don’t beat the Aggies they need to hang it up……………….
GA TECH TAKES BIG DUMP IN ITS $14 MILLION BOWL
December 28th, 2009
3:42 pm
Oops, sorry, that is next week.
mason
December 28th, 2009
3:43 pm
(( 30-24 ))
hahahahahaaaaaaa
Glad it still hurst so bad. Better get used to it techmites because you won’t beat UGA again for another decade.
hahahahahahahaha
A Rod
December 28th, 2009
3:45 pm
Hell uga would probably win the conference championship also if it was in the ACC
wow...dozed off for a minute
December 28th, 2009
3:47 pm
@Connect the dots….congratulations on being a 1-aa football player!!! The definitely gave you credibility on your novel of a post. Well, except that fact you said absolutely nothing.
I’ll summarize so everyone else doesn’t fall asleep at their desk…
@Connect the dots thinks that Georgia will go 7-5 next year and said something about recruiting. He has no idea what he is talking about.
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
3:48 pm
Mark & Jeff WHO is LIVE from the Waffle House in Shreveport for this great game even the Dawgs(that TRAVEL so well) Didn’t go to?
A challenge for Tech fans....
December 28th, 2009
3:49 pm
Name two teams on your schedule that would have beaten Georgia this year…..go!
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
3:51 pm
How does Chavis compare to WM over last 4 years?curious
Oh Where
December 28th, 2009
3:54 pm
Oh. where, oh, where has my little dog gone?
Oh, where, oh, where can he be?
With his wins so few and his losses so many,
Oh, where, oh, where can he be?
Bob Dylan
December 28th, 2009
3:54 pm
Rather watch Man City vs Wolverhampton.
Bob Dylan
December 28th, 2009
3:55 pm
One would be Clempson, since they beat Kentucky.
A challenge for Tech fans....
December 28th, 2009
3:56 pm
also lost to Tech…twice
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
3:56 pm
To A CHALLENGE FOR TECH FANS…..I’m not a Tech fan….but depending on location….Clemson, Miami, and Va Tech all could have beaten UGA. You lost to KENTUCKY! Ok? That’s enough from you.
ORANGE BOWL COMMITTEE
December 28th, 2009
3:56 pm
CAN WE CHANGE OUR PICK TO FSU? The old man would at least get people to watch TV. FSU fans travel. FSU runs a pro style offense that looks good on TV. FSU has a real live mascot. FSU has good looking co-eds (for you tech fans, that means girls). FSU makes money in athletics. FSU sells out its stadium. FSU has good looking unifoms. FSU is closer. FSU throws passes that are completed. FSU doesn’t add to the gay population of South Florida.
BG
December 28th, 2009
3:57 pm
30 to 24 all year baby.
PHIL
December 28th, 2009
3:57 pm
First, and most importantly perhaps, “Connect the Dots” is an idiot who is in obvious denial about the REAL state of the football team over at the trade school. Their best team EVER got WAXED by the worst team we’ve had in 10 years. Things will be back to normal from now on.
But the problem with this game, to me, is that UGA matches up better with many BCS teams than they do Texas Tech. I think they match up better against Iowa, of course Tech, Cinci, Boise, TCU, (Those three are a joke and shouldn’t be allowed to be in the top 20) and of course both Rose Bowl teams. I think the strength of Texas Tech is the weakness of UGA and that it could be a bad day.
Bill
December 28th, 2009
3:58 pm
Mason, I’m not a UGA are a GT fan. I just think its funny dawg fans act like they won the SUPER BOWL by beating GT. HAHAHAHA! I’m all Bama Baby!
Snorkel (the forgotten Split)
December 28th, 2009
3:59 pm
Ok… so none of us made the trip to Shreveport. Did the AJC even bother to send anyone? I think they should let one of us do a live blog from the bar at Manuels… as long as they pick up the tab.
Bye bye DADDY
December 28th, 2009
4:00 pm
wait, wait, wait, what do you mean you are not retiring? How are we ever going to win the SEC east again?
A challenge for Tech fans....
December 28th, 2009
4:01 pm
the loss to Kentucky is an outlier…if we don’t fumble on the one, we win the game. Miami and VA Tech both lost to a dismal UNC team. Clemson, again, lost to Tech twice.
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:01 pm
I’ll tell you where the dog is..still taking dumps on historically terrible grant field (what we left of it) at Bobby Douche stadium.
30-24 massengill
Tom
December 28th, 2009
4:02 pm
Well those 6800 people there are the die hards. Kudos to you. Its just sad.
Boy
December 28th, 2009
4:02 pm
those hedges sure tasted good!
Boy
December 28th, 2009
4:05 pm
can’t wait for a second helping in 2010
James T. Kirk
December 28th, 2009
4:05 pm
Good luck in your toilet bowl game today, puppies!! I’m already fine dining in South Beach with many exotic hotties while you are stuck with trailer park chicks that waitress at the Waffle House!!!!
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:06 pm
So did 30-24 and the free hotdogs and cokes you get for attending the games at Bobby Douche.
Nice Program
#2 in fan support, even in your own hometown
Tech Man
December 28th, 2009
4:06 pm
Since Nov.28 I have realy been thinking how a team like ga beat us.Last night I watch the Kentucky Clemson game.We all know the history of games with ga and GA TECH with Clemson and Kentucky this year. Today I figured it out and I came up with one word. LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saban for prezdint
December 28th, 2009
4:07 pm
Anyone seen a defense around lately? I heard A&M and UGA are both in need of one by 5:00 p.m. today.
GT = UGA
December 28th, 2009
4:07 pm
For all of you Dawgs fans yelping about 30-24 this season, that ain’t exactly a statement score. Just like last year’s score wasn’t. The only statement that can be made between last year and this year is that BOTH PROGRAMS are pretty much equal at this point. And with the team from Atlanta apparently headed UP and the team from Athens trending DOWN, I’d be a little uneasy, if I wuz a Dawg.
ACC owns you!!!
December 28th, 2009
4:08 pm
The ACC is proving yet again to be the most dominate bowl conference in all the land. Our worst ACC team owned one of the best SEC teams last night. I look for more of the same to continue throughout all the bowls.
Bob Dylan
December 28th, 2009
4:09 pm
Phil send me what ever it is you are smoking man. everybody must get stoned
gdawginkalamazoo
December 28th, 2009
4:09 pm
AP Updateon the Urban Meyer story…. Urban said today that Urban’s next step is to have his head frozen like Ted Williams. Ironically that will be Tim Tebow’s same fate if drafted by Buffalo.
This game tells us if this team quits or not. I don’t think they will. That has been the attitude lately in Athens and the kids just don’t quit. Not during a game and not during the season. I don’t think that a loss will influence recruiting one way or another. The kids that have commited will still be coming.
Go Dawgs!
UGA > GT
December 28th, 2009
4:10 pm
GT = UGA,
Hmmm….how does an unranked UGA team WITHOUT their best player, dominating the 7th ranked GT team in their own stadium when they had two weeks to prepare, equal to a slap at UGA exactly?
Tech fans are beyond desperate
CatsFly
December 28th, 2009
4:10 pm
Defensive coach of ACC’s 2d best defensive team says “thank you but not thank you to UGa”.
Tech alum '02
December 28th, 2009
4:11 pm
Heading down to Miami as we speak!!! Prostitution is legal down there, right????
GT = UGA
December 28th, 2009
4:11 pm
I guess you didn’t read the post, DA.
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:12 pm
Is 8 of 9 luck?
60-39-5 is a statement
gdawginkalamazoo
December 28th, 2009
4:13 pm
Just shows you the respect that they give the ACC Champs.. Sticking us in Shreveport. Damn ACC.
GT = UGA
December 28th, 2009
4:13 pm
But to answer you partially, how does 30-24 equal domination ?
paddy mae
December 28th, 2009
4:13 pm
Watch out, if Yech finishes in the top 25 they are surely to claim this season as yet another “national championship” year, Lol!!!!!
collegeballfan
December 28th, 2009
4:13 pm
athensdawg at 1:45 pm – I agree, the secret for UGA is running the ball. It is also the secret for every other team in the SEC. UGA would not or could not run the ball most of the year. I believe it was would not, most games they didn’t even try. Just throw the damn ball play after play. They must have set a team record for 3 & 6 outs.
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:14 pm
8 of 9 and 60-39-5 = domination
UGA > GT
December 28th, 2009
4:15 pm
The stats prove how one sided the game truly was, even without the best player in the stadium being on the field. Factor in how UGA had two surefire TD’s that their receivers dropped in full stride, it could have easily had been a slaughter.
GT = UGA
December 28th, 2009
4:15 pm
And another thing, UGA > GT, you don’t have to ADMIT that you’re uneasy about your program. I can read the posts from week-to-week. They tell it all.
On a side note
December 28th, 2009
4:16 pm
while the money is good, it is a shame to take players with potential like Stafford and others, and draft them into sh*tholes like Detroit and ruin their careers. If I was a player, I think I would rather go lower in the draft and make my money over the long haul.
The REAL Paul's Johnson
December 28th, 2009
4:16 pm
James T. Kirk:
“Good luck in your toilet bowl game today, puppies!! I’m already fine dining in South Beach with many exotic hotties while you are stuck with trailer park chicks that waitress at the Waffle House!!!!’
Sorry knob but dumpster diving with your Ethiopian boyfriend does not qualify as “fine dining with exotic hotties”.
Correction
December 28th, 2009
4:17 pm
Tron,
The series isn’t even as close as you state. The first ever meeting between the two, Tech used guys that didn’t attend GT. In 1943 & 44 they used players from other schools and they were also caught cheating during 1997-2003. So take away those 6 “wins” of theirs where they clearly cheated, and UGA is nearly 30 games ahead
Bob Dylan
December 28th, 2009
4:18 pm
Right on Tech 02. Just cruise Biscayne Boulevard and Party with Eugene.
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:18 pm
GT + free hotdogs and cokes/joke by coke X Paul Johnson’s “tough” talk/55,000 < UGA
kimble
December 28th, 2009
4:19 pm
The only people that are uneasy about their program are tool fans. Their best team since Colorado’s national title in 1990 and you can’t even beat Richt’s worst ever team, WITHOUT his best player none-the-less? And after Gailey’s studs say see ya after the Orange Bowl, it’s obvious next year is going to be a blood bath.
ORANGE BOWL COMMITTEE
December 28th, 2009
4:19 pm
HOW ABOUT THE U, CAN WE HAVE THEM. The U has good looking coeds that know how to dress for TV audiences. The U is local and would fill up the stadium. The U has great tradition. The U throws passes that are completed. The U has a national following. The U sells out its stadium. The U is after all is “THE U”. And best of all, The U has the Gators so scared they won’t even play them anymore. We love “The U” for our bowl game.
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:20 pm
Less GT fans than UGA fans even in Atlanta = We run this State
James T. Kirk
December 28th, 2009
4:20 pm
Nice try Dog fan. My lady friends have such exotic names that I’m even unable to pronounce them correctly
Frank
December 28th, 2009
4:20 pm
acc=weakersister and to complete your analogy, Bama, Florida, LSU, Mississippi, UT, SCU and possibly UK could have all beaten gtu.
THWGT!!!!!!
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
4:20 pm
I can’t believe UGA is FEELING GREAT about beating a WEAK ACC team. WOW, how the dawgs have fallen. What will they do after tonight’s loss? I still have STOCK in UGA MALE OVERCAOTS(stright jackets) to save the trashy, loose, and cheap UGA(non-grad) wives available. Buy one now Tramp Stamp Queens because it may save your life tonight. Just think you can make it to work at the QT and still feed your kids. BUY now Be safe.
GT = UGA
December 28th, 2009
4:21 pm
Tron can’t read, either. And kimble, next year’s bloodbath is as obvious as this year’s was to Tech fans before the game. And so the lesson is: don’t count on it.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
4:22 pm
Georgia’s outlook will come down to how will Aaron Murray play as the starting QB! And of course the defense! I am not sure what to think about either situation especially since Richt never gave Murray a chance to play in this lost year. Does anyone know anything about these Qb’s we have on our roster?
RambleOn
December 28th, 2009
4:22 pm
Everyone down here is so polite. All the women are digging we Tech alums and the weather is perfect!!!
Ga + Top ten recruiting classes=
December 28th, 2009
4:22 pm
preseason #1 pretenders=9-3 and losing to a 4th rate high school team BETWEEN THE HEDGES=hanging on in the last minute to barely beat the same 4th rate high school team=7-5 unranked losers
The Answer
December 28th, 2009
4:23 pm
dawgfan13,
Nobody knows anything about the QB’s for next year. Sadly the only thing you can say about any of them for certain is that Logan Gray can fair catch like it’s nobody’s business.
Tech Engineer
December 28th, 2009
4:25 pm
Ga had trouble selling any seats for this worthless bowl, while TA&M sold over 15,000! Dawg fans–excited about that wonderful trip to Shreveport–great support for the team!!! Tech will probably have 30,000 fans in Miami for their BCS bowl game!!!! Gotta go—more plans to make for my Miami trip!!!
Phil
December 28th, 2009
4:26 pm
Shouldn’t Tech be the more dominate team? I mean, they brag about how brilliant their outstanding athletes are, so shouldn’t a genius athletic stud be more valuable than UGA’s “thugs?”
Frank
December 28th, 2009
4:27 pm
Tech Engineer – gtu doesn’t have 30,000 fans, don’t fool yourself. Your school is a laughing stock, how else can you explain the bowl committees not giving UGA any credit for beating a weak ACC champ?
THWGT!!!
Q
December 28th, 2009
4:27 pm
Tech fans are probably the only fan base in the nation that would feel more safe in North Miami than on their own campus. Pitiful.
hahahahaha!!!!!!
December 28th, 2009
4:28 pm
The Joke by Coke can’t even get 30,000 fans to attend their home games while giving away free cokes, hotdogs and Playboys!!! LOL!!!! Thanks for the laugh, tool!!!!
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:29 pm
Tech Engineer,
Don’t be in such a hurry. You can just pack your back door intruder and pick up the Astroglide and when you get there.
CatsFly
December 28th, 2009
4:29 pm
Is the UNC DC under consideration by UGA? Only one team managed to put 30 points on the UNC defense this year (FSU 30). Only 3 teams put up as many as 20: (GaTech 24), (Miami 24), NCState 28). VaTech, Pitt,, UConn, Duke and UVa scored one TD each. Only Bama and possibly Fl. in the SEC can say as much.
Tech Man
December 28th, 2009
4:29 pm
Come on GT=ga cut me some slack. I couldn’t even get ga fans to be fans of there own team about that game.Everybody thought TECH would win.If we played a little better and ga didn’t have a good FG kicker things would have been a lot different. Even you can admit that!The piont is, sometimes every team has to have luck to win!
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
4:30 pm
Hey PHIL….UGA is playing TEXAM A & M NOT Texas TECH. You moron!
BG
December 28th, 2009
4:31 pm
Tech got their a** handed to them by UGA again!!!!
Frank
December 28th, 2009
4:31 pm
Kinda like gtu 2 or 3 times every 10 years huh Tech Man?
THWGT!!!
TechGrad
December 28th, 2009
4:31 pm
I’ve gotten so many digits from hot latina women down here!! I’ve met chicks named Cameron Diaz, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Lopez and Sophia Loren
Is it just me
December 28th, 2009
4:31 pm
or has anyone else noticed how familiar Dog fans are with products made for “backdoor use”? Are they speaking from their personal knowledge of these products? Inquiring minds want to know.
TechNation
December 28th, 2009
4:33 pm
How sad is that. UGA is stuck playing the worst team out of the Big 8
Bravissimo
December 28th, 2009
4:33 pm
Shultz…you gettin steak and lobster there in that *special* deal you said you had?
I also noticed
December 28th, 2009
4:33 pm
they are very hung up on Coach Paul’s johnson. Is there something you want to tell us dog fans?
nemo
December 28th, 2009
4:34 pm
seriously, what’s up with the trade school not having any female fans?
Delusional GT FANS
December 28th, 2009
4:34 pm
@ ASHESHE owns you!!! Your “worst ACC Team” was the runner-up for the A SHE SHE conference Championship and the “one of the best SEC teams” was actually about 10th in the conference and if you watched the game, which I doubt you did, Clemson BARELY won. We will see how dominate the A SHE SHE is when the Jackets face the Hawkeyes! GOOOOOO HAWKEYES
jw
December 28th, 2009
4:35 pm
think that Brooks guy from Kentucky would come to the Nation and be defensive coordinator? He would have to be making more money at UGA than at Kentucky – just a thought – he was a good defensive guy -
Paul "turkey neck" Johnson
December 28th, 2009
4:36 pm
Will a booster for Tech please front the money to pay for CPJ to fix that disgusting excess flab he has dangling from his chin? It’s nasty and he’s going to trip over it sooner rather than later
don't be jealous
December 28th, 2009
4:37 pm
UGA fans are drunk with envy. We are smarter, more successful, have the best looking women and the best sports programs in the state.
“nuff” said
bp
December 28th, 2009
4:38 pm
how could they put this game on at the same time as andy griffith? its the one where goober takes the car apart in the courthouse.Im not missing that!!
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:39 pm
Is the orange bowl offering free hotdogs and cokes to the GT “faithful” who make the trip?
The tech fans talking about going to the orange bowl reminds me of when Living Color did “Men on Football” with Blaine Edwards and Antoine Merriweather. They are not going for the bowl game, but the pre and post game with the Oilers and the Packers.
andrew
December 28th, 2009
4:39 pm
Does anyone know any of the names of the homosexual clubs/fraternity at Tech? I’m tired of being alone…..
Wizzer
December 28th, 2009
4:39 pm
Hey yall! Shreveport Wall Mart has all the Georgia gear you need at way low prices!! Live better indeed.
wasn't that
December 28th, 2009
4:39 pm
episode filmed in Athens?
beep
December 28th, 2009
4:40 pm
Old reruns of Friends will have better ratings than a matchup of the two most shamefully pathetic BCS conferences
I noticed, too (GA fans, "too" means also)
December 28th, 2009
4:41 pm
The obsession with backdoors and johnsons is mostly because the Dawg posters on here are either very young, very immature, or both. I can’t tell which, but I’m leaning toward 30-40 year olds that didn’t grow up.
ASK
December 28th, 2009
4:41 pm
the Ga fans, they seem to have a very high interest in such things
Must be
December 28th, 2009
4:42 pm
because deliverance is their favorite movie
....
December 28th, 2009
4:42 pm
No one from the ajc is blogging from Shreveport? Haha. I don’t blame them. Who wants to watch this crap team in that crap hole town.
Swinging Richards
December 28th, 2009
4:43 pm
I used to love going to that place back in my days at Tech. Shame they closed it
Tron Carter
December 28th, 2009
4:43 pm
We just want to talk about something you are familiar with on your message boards, since you can only talk about beating UGA once per decade.
Denver Dog
December 28th, 2009
4:44 pm
Well we have supported the team all year, sold out every game, filled the stadium and we didn’t want to travel to Shreveport. Sorry, but we will watch on TV and hopefuly see the dogs win. A&M will be hungry and fired up, and we will be whatever we are this week. I am anxious to see how this frying pan to the fire works on defense. It just might surprise everyone. GO Dogs. Greene will shine, and so will King. Wait and see.
I noticed, too (GA fans, "too" means also)
December 28th, 2009
4:44 pm
For instance, look at “andrew” ’s post above. Most everyone would figure he’s a 16 year-old. But he’s actually a 40 year-old UGA grad.
honest question
December 28th, 2009
4:44 pm
Am I the only heterosexual Tech fan that gets a little “uncomfortable” in the pants when you see CPJ screaming?
Russ, the Temporary Mascot
December 28th, 2009
4:45 pm
We’ll be blogging live in 15 more minutes. I will be using my Blackberry. The AJC threw me a bone and I took it. I don’t want anybody typing “first” on my blog. I won’t tolerate it.
Wizzer
December 28th, 2009
4:46 pm
We win this one and we’ll have the preseason #1 locked up. We are on a roll!!
Denver Dog
December 28th, 2009
4:46 pm
I am quitting, oh no just kidding. I’m too sick to coach, oh no just kidding! I want to hear the real story on this one!
Canstandsya
December 28th, 2009
4:46 pm
Lou Holtz likes TEXAS AM!!!
The chief
December 28th, 2009
4:48 pm
Uga will get whacked today.
A&M played Texas strong their last game. Their O and D lines are too big for UGA.
They will dominate.
A&M 44
Uga 21
bp
December 28th, 2009
4:48 pm
on tv land at 530 barney tries to rehab otis .Im not missing that!
Wizzer
December 28th, 2009
4:48 pm
First!
Sterling Smith
December 28th, 2009
4:48 pm
I think UGA needs to move to the ACC for a couple of years so they can win some conference titles and go undefeated.
All the GT fans have talked about all season (on this blog) was how they were going to dominate UGA for years. A streak of one in the past 9 isn’t much of a streak and DEFINITELY isn’t dominating. Enjoy your Orange Bowl this year. It’ll be like your 1-in-a-row streak over GA…. except Iowa will probably spank you.
Tech fan in the Keys
December 28th, 2009
4:49 pm
There are so many great bars down here. It reminds me alot of classes at Tech, no women, but there are alot of pink flowers, but not to many people from asia.
Bad announcers
December 28th, 2009
4:51 pm
The stupid announcer just said this was the last matchup between these 2 conferences. Uh did he forget about the national champ game???? Oh and that cotton bowl game. Moron
Ga fan in Shreveport
December 28th, 2009
4:53 pm
I feel right at home. The outhouses down here smell just like ours
I noticed, too (GA fans, "too" means also)
December 28th, 2009
4:53 pm
OK, Tech fan in the Keys, we understand you are the poster previously known as “andrew”. We get it already.
acc=weakersister
December 28th, 2009
4:53 pm
My daddy used to tell me that preachers preached hardest against things they personally struggled with…wonder if that applies to UGA and their obsession with GT gayness
Matt
December 28th, 2009
4:54 pm
No sterling it was uga fans talking trash about how they would be 10-2 or 11-1. Remember the bashing bradley got for his predictions. I didn’t see many tech fans saying they would dominate. I recall seeing some say there won’t be 3-4 win streaks anymore for either team. Nice to see you talking trash while your team plays in this bowl. Expected from you guys.
KlinkwithoutSchultz
December 28th, 2009
4:55 pm
You make me laugh Jeff. Everything you write is remedial. There is very little off your keyboard that isn’t either cynical or flat out numb. I said numb not dumb. Your idea of perspective rolls this way. Headline: Rival Coach Quits/ 1:27 pm December 28, 2009, by Jeff Schultz
” With the decision by Coach Q to quit his job, team A is clearly to benefit. Every recruit from here on out should be told of Coach Q and his departure. While our boys have struggled in the past, now is the time for our Team A to stand tall etc. . . . . . ”
Gosh, I wonder why sports fans read ESPN.com these days. I never get through more than a paragraph of your work without thinking. . . yeah. . without thinking. Sarcasm devoid of wit is tired and tedious. Maybe you should spruce up your column like that pulpwood with a beard- -The Junkyard Dawg guy. While some men long for riches, wine and women- – I long for a sports page in Atlanta where I could actually enjoy my coffee and polish off my bowl of Cap’n Crunch to begin a new day.
Sec 0-1 about to be 0-2
December 28th, 2009
4:55 pm
Nice start!!
Wizzer
December 28th, 2009
4:55 pm
Get ready to Hunker Down just one more time you sumbitches.FIRE WILLIE NOW!!!
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
4:56 pm
When UGA scores I have to get on top of my UGA girlfriend. When Texas A&M scores she gets on top. Who is the loser in the BET? Yes it must be me I am a GT fan HAHAHAHAHA.
pilgrim
December 28th, 2009
4:56 pm
Is this going to be the “Not Quite Live from Shreveport” blog?
Who’s hosting?
Who’s in?
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
4:56 pm
Damn what a game blog AJC!
Wizzer
December 28th, 2009
4:58 pm
When will the Sugar begin to fall from the sky?
Tech 93
December 28th, 2009
4:58 pm
Good luck dawgs. Even though some of your fan base SUCKS!
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
4:59 pm
Has CUZ or APC 45 got off work and been able to get on-line? 45 I hope you had a Blessed Christmas and a good New Year. CUZ I hope Baylie is well and she had a great Christmas. Enjoy the game tonight. Good Luck Dawg Fans that take my ribbing in fun.
Hank Williams Jr.
December 28th, 2009
5:00 pm
It’s Monday Night…Are you ready for some football?
Sonny Clusters
December 28th, 2009
5:00 pm
We got off early today so we wouldn’t miss the game. If we had known Jeff wasn’t going we could have covered it for the AJC. We was reading a dog is going to be covering it instead. Well the AJC has its DOB and now it has its DOG. Personally, we think the dog may be best. Clemson took care of Kentucky last night and Kentucky took care of Georgia in Athens. They must be a story there. Maybe the dog is already on it.
Wrong Lou
December 28th, 2009
5:01 pm
They already rallied around their coach during the GT game. They knew it was his last game you dope. That guy is an idiot.
Team with the ball last wins. Coin flip.
Larry Flynt
December 28th, 2009
5:01 pm
Stop by my house for some fun after the game rednecks!
Man
December 28th, 2009
5:03 pm
Uga players don’t look happy to be there. LOL
It’s gonna be Uuuuuuggggggaaaaaa Lee
Bangkapi Ajarn
December 28th, 2009
5:04 pm
The game just came on here in Southern Illinois, so I missed the predictions by Dr Lou and friends. Everyone predicting Ga? Even with no defensive coordinator?
The game
December 28th, 2009
5:04 pm
Half
Texas 17
Ga 10
Final
Texas 38
Uga 24
Man
December 28th, 2009
5:04 pm
look at that packed stadium
What's an Aggie?
December 28th, 2009
5:04 pm
Looks like we’re playing in a High School Stadium…
bp
December 28th, 2009
5:04 pm
lou holtz just said ga was gonna rally around their D coordinator. HUH??
Mutts
December 28th, 2009
5:05 pm
Don’t worry. You got your great basketball team to follow after today. LOLOLOLOLOLOL
What's an Aggie?
December 28th, 2009
5:05 pm
Hey, we’re not Texas…were Texas A AND M!
Suma-ville, SC
December 28th, 2009
5:06 pm
AJ’s Back!!!!!!!!!!
Sonny Clusters
December 28th, 2009
5:07 pm
We sent Coach Richt a trick play. If he uses it they will be some quick scoring. When we was playing ball we used trick plays when nobody was expecting them.
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:07 pm
Big Bad Bill King would still not let me post. That is OK is this where we can get banter on the game? Good Luck Dawgs. CUZ ACP 45 show up we need you guys
Suma-ville, SC
December 28th, 2009
5:07 pm
Nice return, B2!
Bangkapi Ajarn
December 28th, 2009
5:08 pm
Thanks BP, out of region the coverage cuts in late it seems.
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:08 pm
Go J. SUX beat M. Stifford’s record and not get drafted. You can be the next BOZO.
Suma-ville, SC
December 28th, 2009
5:09 pm
AJ AJ AJ!!
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:10 pm
green nice fake for extra yards
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:11 pm
WHo had the BALL? Wait Tex. A&M. hahahha
The Butler does it!
December 28th, 2009
5:11 pm
There’s our gamebreaker! Drew Butler…
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:11 pm
Nice punt. GREAT PUNT
"Chef" Tim Dix
December 28th, 2009
5:12 pm
nothing there….
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:12 pm
loss of 1/2 yrd
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:13 pm
Save the lil yrd to help punt
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
5:15 pm
Dawgs have to get 7 on this short field. Run 2 in the gut and one wide.
PP
December 28th, 2009
5:19 pm
Refs didn’t even call the block in the back.
Gator man
December 28th, 2009
5:19 pm
Bobo loves that screen pass. Fla loves it too! Loves to stuff it for a loss like that last play.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:20 pm
Why do you throw a screen to a fullback? You throw that same play to Ealy and he gets you a first down!
pilgrim
December 28th, 2009
5:21 pm
Look at those Aggies get off blocks.
Is it me...
December 28th, 2009
5:22 pm
or does Advocare sound more like an auto parts store than health crap?
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
5:25 pm
Look at that D!!
SOUTHGADAWG88
December 28th, 2009
5:25 pm
Logan caught more balls than he threw this year
Chuckles™
December 28th, 2009
5:26 pm
What’s the weather like there? Have any trouble getting there?
Seems like I’ve always heard Shreveport mentioned as the punchline of a joke (heck, even Disney’s Princess & the Frog did it). Any thoughts about that fine Southern city?
Your trip seems much more sane than the expedition to the Jets game this time!
willie martinez
December 28th, 2009
5:29 pm
so far, so dull
willie martinez
December 28th, 2009
5:29 pm
bobo has the play calling imagination of a first grader
Dawg 1
December 28th, 2009
5:30 pm
Back to the same old play. At least we got one good game this year.
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
5:30 pm
Starting out slow, like the Falcons game yesterday. Hope it ends up the same way.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:31 pm
It looks like we dont have an offensive coordinator! WTF! How is Jeff Owens the heart and soul of our defense? He had a horrible year! Can we Branden Smith take some snaps here? Joe Cox SUX!
Aggies
December 28th, 2009
5:32 pm
We will score on this drive.
Aggies
December 28th, 2009
5:32 pm
Must be sec refs
Cobb Dawg
December 28th, 2009
5:33 pm
I’m watching as one of Joe Cox’s passes, yet again, gets tipped at the line of scrimmage. Joe’s a good kid and should be commended for his loyalty to the program. But I’ve never seen a QB who telegraphed his passes any more than he does. Not only does the D-line know where he’s throwing, but everyone in the stadium does.
pilgrim
December 28th, 2009
5:35 pm
Punting clinic.
joe
December 28th, 2009
5:39 pm
dawgs are inept on offense… last game for Cox – - – thank god – - – wasted year – - should have been grooming the future QB this season
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
5:40 pm
This is painful to watch.
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
5:41 pm
The best thing about this season is this Joe Cox’x last game. THNAK GOD!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:41 pm
With all the attention on AJ, Do we not have other receivers who can catch the D** ball? This offensive is what we have to look foward to in the future and now the defense will go back to their sorry ways!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:42 pm
Curran being disciplined! Hmmmm what a joke, Can Richt fire himself?
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:43 pm
Prince Miller made a play……. WOW!
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
5:46 pm
Joe Cox should have to take a Greyhound back to Athens, but he would probally miss that as well.
joe
December 28th, 2009
5:47 pm
only 3 more quarters . . till this joke of a season is finally over!!!
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
5:47 pm
Good punishment. Punish the entire team by sitting the best player. A good “Up your’s” to the fans.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:50 pm
Can someone tell me why we waste time running toss sweeps
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:51 pm
This offensive line is a joke man they are being manhandled!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:52 pm
I am just try9ing to understand the play calling on this team!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:53 pm
Caleb made a good blk on the blitz
Mitch (the one in Rome)
December 28th, 2009
5:53 pm
Dawgs2009, it is not a coaching staff’s job to run a team with fans in mind. As a coach I have to say that is the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. Have you ever played a down? Have you coached? Don’t be stupid. Curran should be glad he is playing. He is not above team rules. He plays by the same rules as everyone else.
Frankly, we’ve stopped A&M without him. Sit his a$$ for the half for that matter. He won’t do that crap anymore.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:54 pm
If you know your offensive line is being manhandled, why keep trying to run the ball right up the middle. Be creative with the run. I forgot our OC has no creativity!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
5:56 pm
Cox………. What a JOKE!
pilgrim
December 28th, 2009
5:58 pm
Green made no play on that ball. Reminds me of TO yesterday.
Independence Bowl
December 28th, 2009
5:59 pm
[...] Even Independence Bowl can tell us something about Georgia | Jeff … (blogs.ajc.com) – December 28, 2009Georgia plays Texas A&M in the Independence Bowl tonight, but we can still find out something about the Bulldogs in a meaningless game. [...]
willie martinez
December 28th, 2009
6:00 pm
no mystery as to why 99% of bozo’s pass calls are screens. cox cant throw the ball 10 yards past the line with any hope of a completion
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
6:00 pm
The ESPN scroll just said AM does not have any players draftable, and their backup Qb just caught a pass down the middle so why are we getting our asses kicked by this team who is ranked worse in defense than we are? Its hard being a bulldawg fan I am picking at every little thing here because I am frustrated.
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
6:01 pm
Mitch (the one in Rome):
Good for you for being a coach. You must be a very special person. College Football is not high football or perhaps Pee Wee football in which you may be a coach, it is a business in which fans like me spend thousands of dollars.
That is just something you are going to have to deal with, Mitchy Boy.
over/under
December 28th, 2009
6:02 pm
was 67?????
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
6:12 pm
Bobo runs another play for the fullback! LOL Funny!
Kane337
December 28th, 2009
6:13 pm
Wow, both of these teams are awesome!!!
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
6:17 pm
ESPN loves to ride Florida’s JOCK!
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
6:18 pm
UGA has the worst offense I have ever seen.
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
6:20 pm
ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
Mike Bobo
December 28th, 2009
6:21 pm
I’m trying as hard as I can.
That lunch at Denny’s is not setting well now.
Mike Bobo
December 28th, 2009
6:22 pm
I am trying as hard as I can…this job is not easy!
joe
December 28th, 2009
6:23 pm
any chance Richt is stepping down after the game ?
Dawgs2009
December 28th, 2009
6:24 pm
THIS IS DREADFUL! HOW CAN WE BEAT TECH AND NOW SUCK SO BAD?
Mitch (the one in Rome)
December 28th, 2009
6:25 pm
Dawgs2009, get a job and get in the real world. Again, another guy who has never played and knows jack squat about football and thinks football revolves around fan frustration. No, it is not how it is, and believe me, CMR does not give a rip what you think. Just so you know.
Big L
December 28th, 2009
6:26 pm
We’re down 7-0.
We can’t blame this on Willie Martinez!
I know, we will blame it on the distraction of building Vince a new home.
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
6:26 pm
Why did Dowtin stop running with the receiver on that TD play? The secondary players are all yelling at each other! What a joke!
Big L
December 28th, 2009
6:28 pm
7-7.
All is right again!
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:29 pm
Going just like games of old (just this year). Match a score with a runback or TD from scrimmage. Boykin is the man!
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:29 pm
At least the game got a little interesting, huh??!!
Mitch (the one in Rome)
December 28th, 2009
6:32 pm
Did the clock not run on that 3rd down play?
Willie Martinez
December 28th, 2009
6:33 pm
Looks like Rambo is playing the way I taught him.
Great block!
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:33 pm
And it gets even more interesting…..
dawgfan13
December 28th, 2009
6:34 pm
What a crazy game! We still look pathetic! LOL
Willie Martinez
December 28th, 2009
6:35 pm
Bobo and offense is doing a great job.
One TD by special teams and one TD set-up by the D and special teams.
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:35 pm
How ’bout our D and special teams!!??
Willie Martinez
December 28th, 2009
6:36 pm
I taught them well!
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:36 pm
All we need now is a pick-6
Wondering
December 28th, 2009
6:39 pm
Why is this game being played so early?
Why not wait and start at 7:00PM or 8:00PM to get a bigger audience.
Wondering
December 28th, 2009
6:40 pm
Attention Willie,
It looks like you taught our D well.
What is the deal with Bobo?
Billy Bad Boy
December 28th, 2009
6:45 pm
Looks like the officials gave us a big break to end the first half.
Barkin'Dog
December 28th, 2009
6:47 pm
This is a sad game. It’s obvious by the blog comments. And UGA’s offense in non-existent. Kickoff TD and blocked punt put the score where it is. Hopefully, CMR and Bobo will adjust and score a few TDs in the 2nd half… like the Falcons did yesterday, to put it away. Time for another drink.
Snorkel (the forgotten Split)
December 28th, 2009
6:51 pm
Maybe Rodney Garner deserves a shot a DC… and my God do we have problems on the O-line!!! Is Shultz sick of us already… or do they have him repairing the toilets at the AJC because the had to fire the custodial staff?
Mike Bobo
December 28th, 2009
7:00 pm
Have no fear!
We’ll score 38 points in the second half…it was all part of my master plan to lure the Aggies into a false sense of security!
Vince Dooley
December 28th, 2009
7:09 pm
Can any of you come over tomorrow and help with the rebuilding of my home?
I’m stuck here but I should be back by tomorrow afternoon.
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
7:59 pm
Did UGA paint your COX Black and put it in the Texas A&M huddle? Joe SUX looks like he is playing for A&M.
GTMan:
December 28th, 2009
8:02 pm
I don’t know which team looks more pathetic? hmmmm…..Is it UGAG or the Aggies. I think it’s UGAG, coz they suck azz! Congrats on an awesome season and a 8-5 record. I still think that Joe Phallic should have won the Heisman. By the way, hows the smell at t he TERD BOWL? THWG! Enjoy watching a real game on 1/5/2010.
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
8:02 pm
No WORRIES UGA will still show-up and just win by a missed FG and think they are STILL THE GODS of the SEC. HAHAHAHAHH
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
8:08 pm
can we just put a little more HE in the UGABURG to make the DAWGS think they will not crash in epic FIREBALL
Pi$$onaDAWG
December 28th, 2009
8:16 pm
A dawg has to be ready to talk som crap. Come sell how great your school is.
Take the Buyout
December 28th, 2009
8:20 pm
Enter your comments here
Tom, Resident Georgia Fan
December 28th, 2009
9:05 pm
All you smart asses can eat your own words now.
Dog Dawg
December 28th, 2009
9:10 pm
That was the worst game I have ever witnessed
Johnny Test
December 28th, 2009
9:17 pm
PI$$.. I know you are mad the Dawgs won…glad you care though. 30 to 24 baby… glad it hurts so bad. 5 bowl wins in a row. 13 8 win seasons in a row. Any way you measure the program it is head an shoulders above Tech even in a down year..Glad it hurts so bad.
Big Ol' Dog
December 28th, 2009
9:18 pm
This game is only shows that we will win the National Championship next year!!!!!!!! Go Dawgs!!!!
True Dawg Fan.
December 28th, 2009
9:29 pm
GO DAWGS ! ( FOREVER) no matter what ……………………………..
Historian
December 28th, 2009
9:33 pm
Someone’s post said this Independence Bowl was a “waste.” Raises the question: With only 6,800 UGA tickets sold, and the school’s athletic department bearing the expenses it did, how much $$ did Georgia LOSE by going to this game?
southgadawg
December 28th, 2009
9:52 pm
What up now mofos. UGA wins. Beats the crap out of Texas A&M. How bout them dawgs! Richt gets his 90th win in 9 years. 4th best coach of the decade.
sec fan
December 28th, 2009
10:03 pm
nice win….where were all of our fans? very poor showing. nice to end on a win though. worth the hun I lost. GO DOGS
sec fan
December 28th, 2009
10:04 pm
6800 tickets is that a fact? how sad is that . Please keep that # under your Ga cap please
SE GA LADY
December 28th, 2009
10:29 pm
This is a sad commentary on the lives of mainly males in GA. A good blog about teams and football stats would be fantastic, but all these boys can do is cuss and moan. I’m finished with all these Tech and some UGA guys acting so dumb.
Vick=Dog killing Thug
December 28th, 2009
11:32 pm
How bout them dawgs ?
How bout that D
Bye Bye Willie.. Have a nice life….
Got to get excited for next year. Tip of the hat to Cox but glad he’s gone. Lot of heart and guts but just not the man for a major league program like UGA
Hell ya… Looking forward to the bugs getting stomped by Iowa !!
Louis Lasky
December 28th, 2009
11:50 pm
Georgis’s defense was great in last nights year ending bowl game. Still — the team needs to blitze a ‘whole lot’ more. The linesmen on defense were super as stated but the team as a whole needs to think more outside the box. Its called ‘creative’ defensive play calling . More blitzes coming more often from all angles!!!
The offense is another story . Repeated straight ahead plunges, off the tackle and guard positions, will just not do. A&M was deflated and demoralized by the 3rd period – plaged by errors and penelties.. This in fact along with some creativity allowed Ga. to move the ball almost at will. Anyone could see just how tired the opposition became..So it is – the team needs creative calls that are not constantly inside the box. First and foremost get a new, creative offensive play callinh coach.
U of G needs an entirerly new offenive coaching staff.One with imagination.
I for one am tired of seeing Mr Richt play not to lose rather than playng to win.
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bugsquacher
December 29th, 2009
12:28 am
jeff youre an idiot
Joe Cox Better than Marino & Brady
December 29th, 2009
12:29 am
Joe Cox stands up well against some of the greatest QB’s:
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Tom Brady 1998 Michigan
131 Effic., 15 td’s, 12 int’s, 2636 yards
Joe Cox 2009 Georgia
138 Effic, 24 td’s, 15 int’s, 2584 yards
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Dan Marino, Pittsburg, 1982
58% completion, 2432 yards, 17 td’s, 23 int’s, 67 pass rating
Joe Cox, Georgia, 2009
56% Completion, 2584 yards, 24 td’s, 15 int’s, 138 pass rating
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December 29th, 2009
8:47 am
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Papadawg
December 29th, 2009
8:55 am
Not at all happy with what bowl we went to but very happy we won it.
NC Dawg
December 29th, 2009
9:27 am
544th! Who cares if you’re first? Dorks!
Mark PRicht
December 29th, 2009
9:27 am
Shreveport Champions
Bud
December 29th, 2009
9:47 am
It is better to win than lose. Why can’t Tech put together a decent team? Are’nt they tired of being the door mat in Georgia. Are’nt the Tech fans tired of loosing?
Pi$$ona DAWG
December 29th, 2009
9:53 am
Can anyone help me get this dick out of my mouth
north ave. crackheads
December 29th, 2009
10:03 am
where are all the piss ant Tech fans today? Georgia won as they have done 8 of 10 times in the last decade. Looked at Tech’s bowl record recently? and they will continue their less than spectacular run of bowl appearances when Iowa runs and throws up and down the field at will……
CHARLOTTE DAWG
December 29th, 2009
12:16 pm
I love Pi$$Boy. I really do. Glad he’s out of hiding now.
30-24…”hurts so good…..come on baby now it hurts so good..cause sometimes the Dawgs just ruin it for Tech, yeah…HURTS SO GOOD!” (SING ALONG WITH ME NOW!)
Ed Jordan
December 29th, 2009
12:29 pm
thanks for a great game. Dont belittle the independence bowl if you didnt like it you should leave the trphy here along with the $1,100,000 payout. We inclourage all Georgia and A&M fans to enjoy yourselves while in Shreveport and please dont go home with your money.
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