NCAA Battlezone

Voodoo, full moon, and all of their newbie fans who jumped on board in November...it all backfired on them! Roll Tide!

1925: Myth
Alabama claims they "share" this one with Dartmouth. Who gave the Tide the title? Houlgate and Helms. Houlgate started his system in 1927. Wait a second—this means 'Bama won their 1925 national championship using a formula that didn't even exist until 1927? The other title giver, Helms Athletic Foundation, wasn't founded until 1941. Hmm, another mind-blowing retroactive scam.

1926: Myth
Alabama claims they "share" this one with three other teams with equal or better records. Once again, it is the Helms Athletic Foundation (founded in 1941) that "gives" Alabama this title. But wait, this organization wasn't formed until over 15 years later, right?

1930: Myth
The Parke Davis poll says that 'Bama tied Notre Dame for the national championship this year, but this was the only poll to award it to 'Bama. Meanwhile, Notre Dame was named national champion in six different polls. I thought there could only truthfully be one champion, but I guess I was wrong. Interesting fact: Parke Davis is anotherretroactive system. He (an individual, not an organization) didn't create his system until 1933—three years after the fact.

1934: Myth
Alabama says they share this title with two other teams. The title givers this time are Dunkel, Williamson, and Football Thesaurus. Dunkel was a fan—check that, fan—who came up with his own polling system. Williamson was a geologist who also came up with his own system. Football Thesaurus didn't even appear until 1946. Once again, 12 years later. Another title that should never have been claimed.

1941: Myth
One day, when I have children, I'll read about this one to them before bed each night. Fact is, it might as well be written in a book full of colorful pictures and fairy tales. The AP ranked Alabama 20th in the nation this season with 14 teams having better records above them. Once again, it is the Football Thesaurus that retroactively awards the Tide this title. Alabama finished third in the SEC that year, while Mississippi State won the SEC title. It completely baffles me that 'Bama claims a national title in 1941.

1961: Truth
Paul "Bear" Bryant—God's gift to men, women, and children everywhere (or perhaps even God himself, to some)—finally won a legitimate, outright national title for the Tide in 1961. Congratulations Alabama, that's one. But lets keep counting.

1964: Truth
Alabama (10-1) claims a national title in 1964 despite an 11-0 Arkansas team having a better claim to the title. The "final poll" was conducted before the bowl games that season, which saw Alabama lose to Texas in the Rose Bowl. It's interesting that Arkansas beat that same Texas team earlier in the season en route to an undefeated season and bowl win. Had the polls been conducted after the bowls, then surely it would have been a consensus in favor of the Hogs. But, based solely on the fact that the poll is flawed, I still must respect and acknowledge 1964's system. Here lies the second Alabama national title.

1965: Truth
This time, there were three teams with better records than 'Bama. 'Bama was 9-1-1, Michigan State 10-1-0, Arkansas 10-1-0, and Nebraska 10-1-0. Was it fair for Alabama to claim one this season? It's iffy, but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. After all, they could have had a tough schedule. We're up to three.

1973: Truth
AP puts 'Bama fourth in its final poll after the Tide's bowl game loss. 'Bama claims a National Championship from the UPI poll that was taken before they met Notre Dame in the bowl game and lost. There were three teams with better records than Alabama this year. The embarrassment of naming Alabama number one caused the UPI to begin naming champions after bowl games in subsequent seasons. Yet, Alabama has no shame in claiming this one. Ahh, Comical. Will someone please pass the chips and dip? This is getting good. However, I must hand Alabama the title this year, even though they shouldn't claim it. The system was what it was.

1978: Truth
The AP Poll named Alabama national champions this year, while the UPI poll gave it to USC. On an interesting note, Alabama (11-1-0) lost to USC (12-1-0) in 1978—at home. Although Alabama "shares" the title this year with a team that beat them, I guess I'll call this one "truth," as USC also lost a regular season game. Alabama finished the season with an impressive goal-line stand win over Penn State. Five titles.

1979: Truth
Alabama only gave up 67 points this season en route to five shutout victories. The Crimson Tide shut down Arkansas in the Sugar Bowl 24-9 and claimed another outright national title, according to the AP. Here is title number six.

1992: Truth
In a game that's replayed over and over again on ESPN Classic, Alabama walloped Miami 34-13 in the Sugar Bowl to claim the outright 1992 national title. 1992 becomes Alabama's magical title number seven.

Congrats, Kathy, on your team's win! I'll bet you are still celebrating.

Honey Badger found on Bourbon Street after the game....

Congrats to Bammers. Like my Facebookie said last night, sometimes you just get your butt kicked. Alabama had an outstanding game plan, especially on offense...I didn't watch many UA games this year but of those that I did, I don't ever remember their offese being so pass happy, and their QB was on the money over and over against a very good secondary.

A big Bronx cheer for the LSU offensive game plan which seemed hell bent on running east/west on a fast defense. But, what do I know, I'm not a coach.

So I will be interested to see what the LSU offense looks like next year with the ballyhooed new QBs coming in.

Congrats, Kathy, on your team's win! I'll bet you are still celebrating.

Thank you! I am! 😉

I would be embarrassed to claim 14 if I were a Bama fan.

Ok. But whether it's 9 or 14, what team, other than perhaps Notre Dame, could claim as many or more? The number can go up or down depending on how many one wants to credit UA with winning or how many one wants to keep UA from claiming.

Here was our view from the Cotton Bowl...pretty good seats..

For those who have always wanted to know what Mr/Mrs Arkiehawg look like, we're in this picture :wave:

Must be a "cuzin" of Harvey Updykes.....stay classy Bama :roll:

An Alabama man was arrested late Thursday in connection with a video appearing to show someone in a University of Alabama jacket abusing an unconscious Louisiana State University fan after Alabama beat LSU for the BCS football championship.

http://espn.go.com/college-football...labama-man-seen-crude-post-bcs-video-arrested

Must be a "cuzin" of Harvey Updykes.....stay classy Bama :roll:



http://espn.go.com/college-football...labama-man-seen-crude-post-bcs-video-arrested

Insane and inappropriate of the fan.

I haven't been to Auburn lately thank goodness (the only reason I go is if I have a sick dog and take her to the vet college there). I wonder how the trees are at Toomer's Corner?

I am ashamed of many Alabama fans.

I was in Auburn this weekend for the Auburn Classic Half Marathon. I didn't see the trees but I ate very well: Provino's (different from the chain in GA, I think), Amsterdam Cafe, Mike & Ed's BBQ, Daylight Donuts. And I don't think the 13.1 miles burned all of those calories...

I am ashamed of many Alabama fans.

I was in Auburn this weekend for the Auburn Classic Half Marathon. I didn't see the trees but I ate very well: Provino's (different from the chain in GA, I think), Amsterdam Cafe, Mike & Ed's BBQ, Daylight Donuts. And I don't think the 13.1 miles burned all of those calories...

I have always wondered if the Provino's there is as good as the one on Roswell Road in ATL.

We have only visited Auburn if (a) we had tickets to a Florida-Auburn game, (b) we were taking our daughter who is 6'3" to the Auburn basketball camp, (c) we needed to make a pit stop on the way to the beach, or (d) we had a really sick dog who needed the expertise at the Auburn University Vet College. The (d) is more common for us. So passing by Exit 51 brings back a lot of bad memories for us.

Funny (yet sad) story. Our Weim started having seizures, so we took her to Auburn. While I was waiting for test results, the vet suggested that I go have lunch or shop because it would be a long wait. I had given an exam that AM, and a student said he was sick and asked for a makeup. Well, I went at Kinnicun's at Auburn while I was waiting to hear from the vet, and who did I see but the "sick" student who missed the exam that morning. He had this "I crapped my pants" look. I was very friendly, but it was so fun to see him squirm. I mean, what was the probability of that happening?

I have always wondered if the Provino's there is as good as the one on Roswell Road in ATL.

We have only visited Auburn if (a) we had tickets to a Florida-Auburn game, (b) we were taking our daughter who is 6'3" to the Auburn basketball camp, (c) we needed to make a pit stop on the way to the beach, or (d) we had a really sick dog who needed the expertise at the Auburn University Vet College. The (d) is more common for us. So passing by Exit 51 brings back a lot of bad memories for us.

Funny (yet sad) story. Our Weim started having seizures, so we took her to Auburn. While I was waiting for test results, the vet suggested that I go have lunch or shop because it would be a long wait. I had given an exam that AM, and a student said he was sick and asked for a makeup. Well, I went at Kinnicun's at Auburn while I was waiting to hear from the vet, and who did I see but the "sick" student who missed the exam that morning. He had this "I crapped my pants" look. I was very friendly, but it was so fun to see him squirm. I mean, what was the probability of that happening?

I think the Aub location is different, as it is not listed on the website for the GA & TN locations. It was pretty good and had plenty of options for the 10 people from my running group that were in town for the Half Marathon (which was unfortunately delayed till Sunday due to the Tornado watch; I stayed in town and ran it Sunday).

Since you are obviously a fan of good restaurants, next time you are in Auburn for a sporting event or a vet visit (if you have to drop off the dog for awhile), I would highly recommend lunch or dinner at Amsterdam Cafe on Gay St. It is pricey but worth it. My wife and I have eaten there since we were dating 15 years ago and have seen it transition from a very casual deli/bar type place to a very nice dining establishment with a "fine dining" touch at dinner. Hummous trio for appetizer and Turkey Wrap with homomade sweet potato chips is my usual, lunch or dinner, but I've also tried some of the dinner entrees. Good beer & wine selection too, and they always have college sports on the TVs, despite the "finer" things. I've also heard Hamilton's on Magnolia (downtown, Toomer's Corner area) is good, but we haven't been there yet.

I think the Aub location is different, as it is not listed on the website for the GA & TN locations. It was pretty good and had plenty of options for the 10 people from my running group that were in town for the Half Marathon (which was unfortunately delayed till Sunday due to the Tornado watch; I stayed in town and ran it Sunday).

Since you are obviously a fan of good restaurants, next time you are in Auburn for a sporting event or a vet visit (if you have to drop off the dog for awhile), I would highly recommend lunch or dinner at Amsterdam Cafe on Gay St. It is pricey but worth it. My wife and I have eaten there since we were dating 15 years ago and have seen it transition from a very casual deli/bar type place to a very nice dining establishment with a "fine dining" touch at dinner. Hummous trio for appetizer and Turkey Wrap with homomade sweet potato chips is my usual, lunch or dinner, but I've also tried some of the dinner entrees. Good beer & wine selection too, and they always have college sports on the TVs, despite the "finer" things. I've also heard Hamilton's on Magnolia (downtown, Toomer's Corner area) is good, but we haven't been there yet.

Thanks for the recommendation. The brother of someone I work with has season tix at Auburn and frequently doesn't use his. We enjoy driving down to Auburn and seeing a good SEC game. It's an easy drive from south of ATL.

College Football 2012 Smack-Talk....

Only a couple more weeks before the Holiest time of the year begins....College Football

More importantly, SEC COLLEGE FOOTBALL!

Since no one else has started a thread, the Hog Luver' has started one where all smack talk bubba's and bubbette's can put their trash talk into one thread....

So I'll get it started!😀


Here's to you my Bama Friends....Roll(s) Tide!

Is that Petrino's special friend?

When was the last time y'all beat us again?

That was easy.

Blue vs. 'Bama

Okay, y'all, let's get this thing STARTED! Below is a (mostly) fictional account of how a couple of typical Sowalers might be getting ready for the Big Game on Saturday night (50 hours and counting!). Enjoy, and remember, this is all in good fun. (P.S: don't be surprised if you see a U-M flag flying over Inlet Beach!)

http://dswan.posterous.com/

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