I'll start by saying I am as frustrated as anyone that we haven't won a conference title since 1999. It's been way too long, obviously, and those who have been on this board much longer than I have no doubt have debated the many reasons.
I currently view the glass as half full vs. half empty. We could very easily be 2-1 at this point had Armstrong simply ran a few more seconds off the clock when we had the ball late against BYU. However it is what it is at 1-2.
I am proud of the kids and they way they battle. I like the way Reilly smiles and apparently interacts positively with the refs. Does anyone on here think Pelini had it figured out with the way he pouted on the sidelines? Although I don't know for sure, I'm guessing Reilly is smart enough to realize it makes no sense to fight with the officials, who have the whistle and the last word.
Lastly we are only 3 games into the current season. No one promised it was going to be easy. I am not looking for a championship at this point. I am looking for this team to continue to fight, learn more about its identity, and make improvements along the way.
Go Big Red!
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