I agree with you. I remember days where you know exactly what is going on in class, maybe a review for an open book test or something stupid like that. You know you don't need to go.
However, If Pelini has a rule that you don't miss class without a valid reason, then that is reason enough to go.
I went to UNK on Honors Scholarship. My grades mattered If I had a class, no matter how mind numbingly boring and simple it was, if attendance was involved in grading I was there.
He knew the rules and simply blew it!
I'll still admit, Friday morning classes were rough!!!
If you think going to class is tough....try a full time job!!! The real world is going to hurt!!! I know I am an old fart......