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Hey Mr. Havoc, I'm just passin thru. I don't have a dog in this fight. You obviously don't have to take my word for what I see or hear. However, remember all those years of the sea of red applauding the visiting team following the annual thrashing by the vaunted big red? Well, don't look now, however that ever present sea of red was somewhat invisible during the 4th quarter. That did however somewhat alleviate an anticipated post-game traffic jam. Based upon your response, I can only assume all that prior sportsmanship talk over the years was somewhat hollow, hypocrisy in disguise. I didn't come to Huskerboard to gloat, and your response was certainly less than stellar. I'm certain you represent the exception and not the rule regarding a proud Nebraska fan base. Over the next few years we shall see. A message board should provide both give and take. However in your response, you apparently believed this to mean when someone "gives" an opinion you don't agree with, then you should "take" exception. Wallow on......

What a worthless thread. You should hear yourselves wallowing in self pity. Nebraska football, a storied football tradition in tatters, and unfortunately it isn't getting better. Think about it, the fan base expects any new coach that folows Osborne to retain his prior level of success. It isn't possible in an age of fewer scholarships. Missouri's fan base expected the same following the resignation of Dan Devine. Year after year the fans refused to give each new coach the time necessary to turn things around. Even with the arrival of Pinkel, many wanted his head early on. I realize very few BR fans like Daniel, however, talent like his is irreplaceable. In fact, Pinkel is now a genius because of CD's arrival. There is talent at Nebraska, but not at the level of bygone years. Name one University with tradition equal to Nebraska football, that doesn't also have a LARGE nearby talent base. It's going to take time, surely far less time then it took Missouri, to return to better times. BP has the reputation and NE has the history, recruiting will improve. The fruits of his efforts will take time. When BP says his schemes are basic, and shouldn't be a problem at this juncture, then in all probability talent IS the issue. Certainly you don't expect him to say it out loud do you? BP got top flight effort from his kids last weekend, they were just overwhelmed offensively. It is frustrating, especially for the players, when they expected a more competitive outcome. Give BP support and time, top recruits hesitate to support a program with a revolving door of head coaches. Trust me, it took Mizzou a long time to find their way out of obscurity. They may not even be top 25 next year. Though I do know the ground work is still being laid for future success. I'm not gloating when I say Blaine Gabbert would not have considered Mizzou even 3 years ago. BR fans that believe the talent is there are wrong. Those that are beginning to blame BP are also wrong. You need a new mind set as a fan base if you intend to turn this around more quickly, you need patience. GBR

I for one don't know what was said post-game by Chase Daniel regarding Nebraska football, outside of the spitting quotes. However, I do find it somewhat interesting if not questionable, why the author of the article quotes CD directly on the spitting incident and then uses his own words (as the author) to wrap a sentence around the word "dirtiest". "I'm not going to say who it was. He knows who it is. That's bush league. That's blatant disrespect," Daniel said. Daniel called Nebraska one of the "dirtiest" teams he's played. "You have to settle it out on the field," he said, "and I think we more than did that tonight." Before convicting Chase Daniel of blasphemy, I would hope HuskerBoard would consider the possibility this author may have embellished CD's "actual" comments for his own reasons. I have always had great admiration for Nebraska football. As a Missouri fan, the bowl seaon almost always necessitated being a fan of the conference teams (first) as a means to enjoy college football during the holidays. Chase Daniel has proven himself to be a team player on the field, and a gentleman off the field. I hope Nebraska fans will allow him the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise. I am doubtful Chase Daniel ever made such a statement. GBR

Fair enough man. In that case when you open up the concession stand, the drinks are on me. Peace.

Thanks to those that contributed a response. I suppose the concensus has been it's a question of toughness gained by experience. In general, my theory has been blown out of the water. My condolences to "Landlord of Memorial Stadium". Your offseason responsibilities (over there) are obviously getting the best of you. Take some time off. If you're unable to do that, atleast open up the concession stand and have a drink or two. After that, get a life.

I for one felt Mizzou played relatively well in Norman this year. As an outcome of the first game, many MU fans expected a better showing against OU in the CCG, than MU provided. I felt MU's win at Arrowhead which was simultaneously coupled with MU's assent to #1, couldn't have occurred at a worse time for the team from a preparation standpoint. The teams exultation and resultant Cloud 9 status due to beating their arch-rival (kU) AND becoming #1, was uncharted waters for the entire program. My point is, I believe the resulting deluge of national media on the coaches and the team in the days leading up to the CCG led to a loss of focus on OU. At the same time, much of the natural team emotion that should have been building up throughout the week was instead (still) being spent in the period leading up to the game. I believe I saw this coming throughout the days leading up to the game. Anyway, I'm not seeking solace here. What I would like to know, since there is nothing historically within the MU football program to compare this event to, is whether it's possible I'm somewhat correct in my assesment or just totally off base here. Is it more probable a group of 18-21 year olds should have the maturity to re-focus on OU in time to prepare mentally and physically. Did they just get their butts kicked with no ifs ands or buts about it? I was surprised MU was tied at halftime and not surprised MU ran out of gas in the 2nd half since they appeared emotionally drained. I'd appreciate input from those that may have a sense of the combined emotional and physical aspects in play here. TIA Good luck next year. Thanks for amending your schedule so MU would play you immediately following your first significant OOC game of the year. Just out of curiousity, what impact will there be on YOUR teams focus in preparation for MU, should you win that OOC game?