Live from Georgia Tech, where there’s a *BCS berth at stake
Yes, this post is about Tech. But here's a look at the 2009 Independence Bowl. (AP photo)
(*In this case, “BCS” stands for “bowl of cruddy stature.”)
Georgia Tech is 5-5. It needs to beat Duke, which is terrible, to become bowl-eligible. If the Jackets lose here today, they’ll need to beat Georgia, which is the best sub-.500 team in the country, in Athens next week to secure a postseason invitation. And where might Tech go if it notches Victory No. 6?
ESPN.com has Tech ticketed for the Military Bowl, which will be staged in Washington D.C. on Dec. 29. Scout.com, SI.com and CBSsports.com all have the Jackets headed to the one place guaranteed to slash Tech fans’ arsenal of ever-ready UGA insults by 67 percent — the Advocare V100 Independence Bowl, which is staged you-know-where.
For 51 weeks Georgia fans have gigged Tech with these four words: “We run this state.” For 51 weeks Tech backers have responded with one word: “Shreveport.” And — wouldn’t you know it? — the Jackets could well be bound for that charming city to play a bowl game on Dec. 27. Yikes.
That said, the only thing worse than going to Shreveport is not being eligible to go to Shreveport. Tech could and should take care of that today. (Did I mention that Duke is terrible?) Even without its best player, the Jackets are 10-point favorites. Should his Jackets somehow mess up and get beat, I fully expect Paul Johnson to punch someone, even if it’s only himself, in the face.
And with that, the floor is again open for questions, comments and testimonials from the Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. And it must be stated that at least one outsider attaches great value to an Independence Bowl bid. I remind you that A.J. Green got $1,000 for his jersey from the 2009 installment of that epic event.
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710 comments Add your comment
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
3:58 pm
nice drive
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
3:58 pm
according to a very reliable source, Nick Fairely’s 2 favorite songs are Folsom Prison Blues and Jailhouse Rock.
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
3:58 pm
evidently
SteveC
November 20th, 2010
3:59 pm
….but nothing i’ve seen gives me any positive vibes about UGA game. I’m looking at at least 2 TD win by doggies.
Glory Glory
November 20th, 2010
3:59 pm
Concrats Tech… you are beating DUKE.The TRUE powerhouse of the ACC.
Paul Johnson must be a second half coach!! Just like he proved against Clempsun, Va Tech, and Miami….right??
IS IT MY PC?
November 20th, 2010
3:59 pm
I am watching the game on ESPN3. Internet Explorer keeps saying it has to close and I have to re-login to the game. Anyone else having this problem? It has happened 3 times so far. Crap, 4 times.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:00 pm
touchdown-stands. almost a pun
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:00 pm
Mark I would think Ga will be a 14 point fav
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:00 pm
I heard the Auburn lineman’s favorite song was “Fairley Across the Mersey.”
GTBob
November 20th, 2010
4:00 pm
The pick 6 was huge. It woke our team up. That was a nice drive.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:01 pm
PC, are you sure Cam Newton hasnt made off with your modem?
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:01 pm
IS IT MY PC? I finally installed firefox after so much trouble with IE
Glory Glory
November 20th, 2010
4:01 pm
though you techies think UGA is down and out this year, our lines will DESTROY yours.
When you get to us, it won’t be like Wake Forrest, or Mid Tenn St, or Virginia, or S Car St, or DUKE.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:01 pm
Pretty good. Jerry and the Pacemakers.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:02 pm
and his favorite movie is My Fair Lady
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:02 pm
Cam’s latest favorite song is “You don’t know me”.
Paul in RDU
November 20th, 2010
4:02 pm
Northwestern just had a pick 6 at Wrigley – the guy stopped before hitting the brick wall
Bravissimo
November 20th, 2010
4:02 pm
ive heard good things about Google chrome also Nurse
SteveC
November 20th, 2010
4:03 pm
my espn3 is ok; freezes a little from time to time but no ‘re-login’ messages. I’m on U-verse internet connection. One thing i did notice…. looks like GT defenders are often in slow motion.
Techsucoffski
November 20th, 2010
4:03 pm
Glory Glory….no doubt you are correct….so you can leave now!
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:03 pm
check that spelling is Gerry
DawgNation
November 20th, 2010
4:03 pm
IS IT MY PC? I agree with Nurse Rachet I as well uploaded FireFox as IE is a POS. I stay away from IE as much as possible.
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:04 pm
SteveC funny lol
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:04 pm
Just for the record: I hate Internet Explorer. I’m a Firefox zealot.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:06 pm
actually its ferry cross
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:06 pm
Duke scores. Easy pass. Play-action fake froze Tech.
Or maybe Internet Explorer did the freezing
ignition
November 20th, 2010
4:06 pm
Glory Glory <<<<<<—————– Get an Original Fight song…!!!!!!!!!!!
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:06 pm
can you say ouch???
IS IT MY PC?
November 20th, 2010
4:06 pm
Unfortunately, I can’t use anything but Internet Explorer. It is a work PC and I don’t have “Adminitsrative Privileges”. Thanks though.
green envy
November 20th, 2010
4:07 pm
I don’t think most UGA fans “hate” TECH or ever have, at least in my fairly long life. However, even a lot of reasonably sane and balanced UGA fans have a difficult time with the incredible tenor of infantile posts from a considerable number of TECH fans. UGA certainly has its share of idiot fans, but good grief, TECH lowers the bar. I find this a bit ironic. So Jesse, Saint S, et al., know we think you are pathetic. Sane TECH people think you are pathetic. You are the epitome of what you seem to think UGA represents.
Nurse Rachet
November 20th, 2010
4:07 pm
The Dawgs may beat Tech by 3 touchdowns or more if Tech plays like this
Savannah Fan
November 20th, 2010
4:07 pm
Lets just say that Tech is not putting this one awaay
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:07 pm
PJ yelling at the referee. Who just called offsetting personal fouls on the conversion.
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:08 pm
I’m working on a work PC for which I lack administrative jurisdiction. But we do have Firefox installed
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:08 pm
one of the great songs of all time is Moondance by Van Morrison.
Techsucoffski
November 20th, 2010
4:08 pm
Groh’s defense came through again……Tech defense sucks when it counts!
Savannah Fan
November 20th, 2010
4:09 pm
Ga by 3 touchdowns??-Green will score 3 touchdowns and only play a quarter
Jesse Stone
November 20th, 2010
4:09 pm
green envy- exactly what did I say that so offended you.
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:09 pm
You know who loves Van Morrison? Jim Mora the Younger.
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:10 pm
they’re playing Dixie again
SteveC
November 20th, 2010
4:10 pm
Mark – has Duke outgained GT on offense today?
Techsucoffski
November 20th, 2010
4:10 pm
PJs favorite play on 1st down…..only play really…
todd grantham
November 20th, 2010
4:11 pm
is there a joke coming or is that true? i cannot stand Mora the younger. same class of guy as petrino.
Hunker Down
November 20th, 2010
4:11 pm
how much time?
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:11 pm
Oh, yes, SteveC. By quite a margin. Remember, one of Tech’s touchdowns came on an interception.
Tech Forever
November 20th, 2010
4:11 pm
green envy
Why wiuld Georgia fans hate Tech? There aren’t many big brothers who have inferiority complexes when it comes to their little brother but it is definitely prominent the other way around. Tech is Georgia’s little brother and has been for 44 years. And will continue to be for the unforseen future for reasons only the school’s administration and Tech alums must address themselves when they’re ready to….if they ever are. Until that day you’ll just have to keep hearing from some of them about how superior Tech people are in the workplace….when discussin college football.
I generally don’t talk football with my fellow Tech fans.
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:11 pm
Tech across the 50
Hunker Down
November 20th, 2010
4:12 pm
rebels and lsu knotted at 10
We
November 20th, 2010
4:12 pm
I just heard that the ref told CPJ to shut up or he’ll punch him in the mouth. Rumor has it that CPJ quivered in his shoes.
Mark Bradley
November 20th, 2010
4:12 pm
Twelve minutes 14 seconds are left.