IT'S SATURDAY MORNING, BEARS! 8.30.08 Open Thread III
by TwistNHook on Aug 30, 2008 7:28 AM PDT
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PrintThis is the third in a series of Open Threads designed to allow fans to discuss not only the big game between Cal and MSU today, but also all the college football action. It's opening day, like XMas and Purim rolled all up into 1! Check out Avinash's post for information on viewing options.
And check out Open Thread I and Open Thread II first. If those are packed (about 200 comments) and have started to slow down, come here. This is our first time doing this, so we have NO idea how it is going to go. But we figured better safe than sorry. This one might not even be used. But if this one gets filled up and is slowing down, I guess the next step will be for somebody to create a FanPost and go there. After we see how today goes, we'll be able to better plan for future gamedays. Please work with us to create the best possible Open Thread experience for all involved. And, remember, no matter what, GO BEARS!
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shit
couldnt he have just thrown that?
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
my bad, didnt really read the post
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 7:46 PM PDT up reply actions
my bad
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe next time we'll just set up one Open Thread for each quarter.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
someone watching
how do we look. Seriously. Are we athletic and generally making mistakes, or are we just a bit too young and undertanlented?
Eh
It’s all good. As long as there’s no fake here.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 7:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Or that.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 7:57 PM PDT up reply actions
just gave them a new set of downs… ugh
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 7:58 PM PDT reply actions
I love how we don’t have to refresh to see new comments!!!!
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 7:58 PM PDT reply actions
someone find the angry hobo picture NOW
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions
i can’t believe we just GAVE them that. we had the ball back!
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions
we should be leading by 21… they’ve scored on our mistakes… the only one they didn’t score on is Nate’s first INT.
Or winning it by 17.
Whatever, it evens out so that we’re close to even after four.
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 8:01 PM PDT up reply actions
let’s get this done and put MSU away.
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:01 PM PDT up reply actions
doesn’t matter anymore. GO BEARS
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:02 PM PDT up reply actions
having a hard time this year figuring out who’s who without the names on the back.
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:06 PM PDT up reply actions
boateng needs to ride the pine for a long time.
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:06 PM PDT up reply actions
that was a spiral!
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:07 PM PDT up reply actions
so uh
Why are we running Vereen into the ground now? Why does Tedford never switch backs in the middle of drives?
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
Here I am sitting in New York watching the stupid Alabama-Clemson game. ABC hasn’t shown any Cal highlights at all! Thanks for all the updates, guys, you’re faster than Yahoo’s GameChannel!
www.kgoam810.com/listenlive.asp
Do it to it. BTW I’m planning on hitting a bar in New York to check out games in the future. Let me know if you’re interested.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:11 PM PDT up reply actions
I imagine Morrah is what Stevens would have been if he had working hands
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
Gotta give credit to Ta'ou'fou and Best
Great blocking on that entire series. Only fitting Will gets the payoff.
Good play on both sides.
No rough stuff. No fake “catches”. Just a tie.
More than just ANtics: http://www.louisgray.com/live/
i love that chant
“bullshit” espec cuz abc cant do shit about it
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
man I hate Gamechannel
It won’t update until the ruling’s final.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
any way to watch it on tvuplayer or something?
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:17 PM PDT up reply actions
nope
Been trying the whole game. Maybe I’ll do some more research into it before next week’s game.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Love Joe Starky.
He’s outstanding. Love listening to the game when he calls. A highlight every year.
More than just ANtics: http://www.louisgray.com/live/
hes due for two or three
but a pick six would be nice ;)
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:19 PM PDT up reply actions
seems unlikely
They still need two scores anyway.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:22 PM PDT up reply actions
If only we had you out there to help do so!
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:23 PM PDT up reply actions
let's just say Boateng seems to have studied a lot of tape of LaShaun Ward
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:27 PM PDT up reply actions
we're burning something else
defenses that is…
Starkey just brought it up
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:29 PM PDT up reply actions
shit. no int :(
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:33 PM PDT up reply actions
I want Nnamdi back
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:36 PM PDT up reply actions
I think I'll look for some Cougar recipes
Anyone know where I can find some cougar? (BA-DUM-CHING!)
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
I think it's the correct call
The ball looked like it bounced off the ground.
oh my fuckin god
are you serious?
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
Sloppy defense
The defenders were too preoccupied with looking for the pick.
nice return
lets run this out!
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
well, at least it's a 7-pt game. I thought it was back to 3
by the federer express on Aug 30, 2008 8:39 PM PDT reply actions
Those cramps are killing Best
he’s digging deep to get those 1st downs
Nice job protecting the ball
Best got the first down, and then he was careful not to have the ball stripped.
cmon. one more first down
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
Give him a break.
FIrst game isn’t it?
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions
shiiiiit
bad luck with the punt. no washington repeats please
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
It wasn't blocked
or fumbled away. So it’s okay.
INT THAT HAGAN! DAMNIT!
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
so, uh, seriously
Anyone who actually saw the game want to write up a game recap once we’re done here? I’d do it myself, except, you know. I didn’t actually see it.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
keep the pressure!
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
We’re rushing 3 and getting penetration. Why would we blitz?
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions
uh oh
I may have just jinxed the whole game.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
one more time one more time
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
Whew! thank god! Thanks for the updates, btw, your videos are freaken awesome, please keep them coming.
FAIL.
Never bash a Cal player, especially one who’s just got his first start.
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions
YES!
RILEY FOR VICTORY!
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
hahaha
light up the tree sitters?
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions
Good job, guys
Secondary needs work, Special Teams needs ironing out, but hey, it’s win #1!
ok, now
Someone write a game recap and I’ll kick it to the front page. Since I didn’t see the game and all.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
hm
I’ll just get one of the guys to write one when they get back from the game then. I’m about to pass out for the night.
I'm still wondering why the Nets didn't draft Leon Powe.
by yellow fever on Aug 30, 2008 8:56 PM PDT up reply actions
damn, thats close
should end up bein a good game
Exceeding expectations is less a matter of luck than possession of certain assets.
by anaheim angels on Aug 30, 2008 8:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Apparently Bellotti is having a QB competition of his own
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Ducks.
Never underestimate the Ducks.
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions
They hate Memorial.
One of the greatest Cal comebacks occurred against the Ducks in 93. We own them in our house. I was there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzcpjJ_caiQ
What, just like we hated Autzen?
Streaks are meant to die.
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 10:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Pathetic excuses
Cant wait TO HEAR OF HOW Nate didn’t have a fair chance. If ever the highlights of Twist and his pathetic sidekick (were evident) it was when Nate threw his second INT. Of course Twist and Hydro know everything, they are the best! NATE SHOULD HAVE STARTED! HOW DARE TEDFORD START the Oregon no name!
Hey everyone
Just got back from the game now. First of all, great game. It was WAY closer than it needed to be. Best looked amazing, Vereen impressed us all, the 3-4 did a great job, Riley was spectacular, and Longshore- uggh. WTF? Two interceptions on 5 passes? Are you kidding me? Also, the attendance on ESPN was listed as 62,956. This must be a mistake, right? The tarps were off and it seemed like there were at most 2,000 empty seats. It looked like 70,000+ to me. Also, the Gold Out kind of happened. They gave us the pom-pom things and the student section looked spectacular waving them. The crowd was loud and enthusiastic for the most part , and the MSU turnout was much less than what the Chron article had said (they predicted 10,000+ and it looked like no more than 5K). Good game though, and I hope this is enough to get them ranked.
Go Bears!
by RollOnYouBears667 on Aug 30, 2008 10:24 PM PDT reply actions
Im waiting......
for u Twist and Hydro! Why did Longshore suck in that game? After all, he is just the victim of circumstance. Nothing has ever been his fault! Why did he not play more geniuses? I say he should have played the whole game! Right? You two know everything!
Someone sedate CaliSeth before he starts setting treesitters on fire.
by BearsNecessity on Aug 30, 2008 10:32 PM PDT up reply actions
for the record
myself, Twist, Hydro, and CBKWit were all at the game. i just got back home. talked to them all after the game, even hydro admited Longshore looked bad and KR was the better option.
also, the second interception was more inexcusable than the first.
So, basically, you gotta Go Bears!
i'm not saying you don't have a point
i’m just noticing that you’re especially belligerent tonight, especially after a Cal victory.
So, basically, you gotta Go Bears!
we beat the spread
and i happen to think State is gonna be pretty good this year.
So, basically, you gotta Go Bears!
IT IS TIME
for all of you to admit that Riley is the future, if you could even call it that. Longshore damn near cost us the game. The pandering that is evident from this blog towards his (Longshore) starting needs to stop!!!
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