So...uh, basketball school?

Hi Jamie!

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A good option QB would have helped tonight.


We have a lot to look forward to (next year).

Next Year will be glorious. I was sad to see the brown brothers on the sideline but i know they will have their chance next year.

There is the speed at LB we are looking for.



QB, QB, QB. Having one can cover up other areas that are lacking.

According to this board no one cares about basketball or thinks it's important.

Except me of course.

I think basketball is great.

Well. ****.

Gotta bounce back & beat KU next week or we could be in some trouble. That said, Nebraska's a good team. I certainly didn't expect them to blow us out, but I'm not melting down about it. Frustrating loss, but we'll live.

Brutal at all aspects of the game. First quarter showed some promise on the offensive side of the ball, but for some reason, after getting past the 50 yard line, it was just awful. Apparently, they are literally running DT to the ground, and that's a cause of concern, especially with Powell is a good change of pace RB that is needed, especially on trying to turn the corners. I could never understand why they won't give Powell more oppiturnies. But then, K-State offense is pretty predictable. Run, Run, Pass, Punt.

Chris Cosh should not be reporting to work tomorrow (or today, since it's technically Friday already) and K-State would be better off without him. It is a big mistake to let Koenning go.

While I agree that Koenning is 10x better than Cosh, I don't know that we "let him go" so much as he just wanted to leave. That said, does anyone really think that Snyder will fire a DC in the middle of the year? Or fire him at all?

Well that was fucking atrocious. I am now watching a werewolf movie because I need something light hearted before I go to bed after that horror show earlier. :shake:

Well, I really don't know all of the details of the Koenning issue. Either he was let go, meaning he wouldn't get the "assistant to the HC" title, or didn't get a raise, or perhaps he feels that he has a better oppiturnity at Illinois than here in Manhattan.

And I doubt Snyder will fire a DC. As far as I know, I don't think he ever actually "fired" anybody during his first go-around, so I'm not holding my breath on that. I understand the talent level is on Nebraska side by a large margin, but to get schooled like that, when you had two weeks to prepare for them? I find that unacceptable, in my point of view. Plus, he never really had good defenses when he was in Maryland.

And as much as I want to win in Larryville, despite KU's performance this year, don't think for a second that we are going to win easily, if at all, next week.

I agree completely on Cosh. I didn't have a problem bringing him in, especially as a co-DC with Koenning, but he's clearly not able to be a good DC by himself. The talent level hasn't dropped off that significantly from last year (Moore, Fitzgerald & Houlik were the only starters we lost, correct?) but the defense looks pretty awful. Slow, too.

As for Koenning, I was told his family had some issues with him being in MHK, but admittedly don't know much about it. I have a hard time believing we'd just let him leave unless he wanted a ridiculous pay raise or to be named HCIW or whatnot...


Speaking of Snyder & firing guys, what's everyone's thoughts on how long he stays around? Since the day we re-hired him, I didn't think he'd stay here longer than 3 years and still feel the same way. (just trying to get some non-NU discussion going)...

Well that was bad.

Good news is it's KU week. And I for one don't think that game will be as close as some think.

Yeah, I imagine we will see more of the same.

This defense is ****ing atrocious. It is at the same level, or worst, as a Ron Prince/Tim Tibesar defense.

It's one thing to not be able and stop the pass, but simple ****ing zone read running plays that we knew were coming...:eek:

The Huskers could have easily scored 100.

I was thinking of trying to google Tibesar's phone number again last night after the game until I snapped out of it and accepted this wasn't still his fault.

His wife didn't like it last time I called. ROFL

IMHO Koenning took the job just to HAVE a job. He was looking to get out from the get go. His family never moved here, and he reportedly didn't buy into the work ethic.

I think he took the ILL job forecasting Zook would get canned and Vic (being on a 2 year contract) would get paid 2 years salary for a years work.

I suppose we can shelve any and all unrealistic expectations anyone had for this team. It is flawed, which I suppose makes sense, considering the garbage Prince recruited on defense.

Our QB situation is ****ed. I suppose it is wide open now, but at this point, i'd rather lose with Klein or Lamur at the helm rather than Coffman.

I think we can win 6-7 games this year. I think our road games are winnable, except @MU. Our home games are TOUGH.

This D is scary bad. No speed, No size along the DL, LB's are BAAAAAAAAAD, and Safety play has been atrocious. :facepalm:

It's safe to say that they just all suck, and are not Big XII caliber players.

Brandon Harold is about the only one with any talent on that side of the ball.

Harold got his ass handed to him last night. When he's motivated, he's a difference maker. When he's moping about something, he tends to mentally check out. 1 fkg assisted tackle last night. ONE!

BTW, Bob, I knew there was a reason every time I pass through Belton on my way into or out of town I flip you off. 4321 :p

ROFL

http://thescoopmanhattan.com/news/ks...oop-manhattan/

I will say this - I won't miss the Husker fans coming to Manhattan. Not one bit. Only the OU fans rival them in numbers and obnoxiousness.

They aren't assholes, just ridiculous and dorky.

ROFL

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My sources tell me that we are sitting in pretty damned good shape with Perry Ellis. Just a fyi.....

When do you expect a commitment?

I'm assuming KU & Memphis feel the same way?

Not saying he'll commit to the Cat's, but we are certainly in the game. I'd suspect he'll commit somewhere before the end of the year

I think he's KU all the way

The billboard hath been violated.

was Shaun Smith around? oh wait, billboard's don't have nuts...

Nice. He goes to my old high school, would love to see him in purple.

The Pac 10 plane will change his mind he'll go to KU

http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile...038_8036_n.jpg

Went to the Coaches for Cancer sponsor reception this evening.... met HCFM and Bill Self, Anderson, and UMKC's coach as well as Norm.

Frank was great, and took a picture with me. I got a chance to wish him luck this year and tell him how proud and thankful I was for the ride last season. He was very gracious and kind.

Self is nice but a little cocky. But everyone was on his dick so I can completely understand how he could be a little stand off-ish. People were lining up to interrupt him and talk and shit. I imagine it would get a little old.

Anywho, really nice event. The UMKC coach brought his daughter up on stage - she is fighting cancer - and talked about the importance of funding research. Really cool to see how this event or program has gone full circle.

Midnight Madness at Manhattan, on ESPNU.

I heard Coach Brown talk about that on the Border patrol earlier this week, hopefully his daughter makes a full recovery and he can make the 'Roos competitive this season.

Fist pumping in the dark FTW!

Gawd, I can't wait to watch our football team make a bowl game (I've watched 3 years of crap football as a student, it's about time we make one!) then watch the bball team build off of last year.

I got a good feeling about Wally this year...

They should make it this year. N. Texas is just as bad as KU is. The other games, well.... it's a toss up. Don't like my chances against Missouri, and as far as the others are concerned, well.... it's hard to tell, really. Colorado? Maybe. Baylor? I don't know. Okie Light? Texas?

I'll be impressed if they go 4-4 in the conference, considering they're 2-1 currently.

FAP FAP FAP


http://www.kstatesports.com/training...y/gallery.html

Don't kill the messenger.... but I have a rumor to report.

Source: Kstate's friend of a friend
Truth Probability: 30%
Location of info reaching me: last night at a bar

Take with a large salt lick.

RUMOR
"SLU's Willie Reed will be a Wildcat. He was projected as a first round NBA talent, decided to stay in school, didn't get along with his coach, and wants to go to Kstate. Has/had off the court issues."

Now, My own research:

http://www.nbadraft.net/players/willie-reed

33 - Willie Reed, St. Louis

Birthday: 5/16/90
NBA Position: Power Forward
Class: Junior
Ht: 6-9
Wt: 220
Hometown: Kansas City, MO
High School: Bishop Miege
Overall 92
2011 Mock: 23
Big Board: 44
Pos Rank - PF: 7
NBA Comparison: Hakim Warrick/Stromile Swift

Strengths: Extremely athletic and long power forward … He has a very lanky and wiry frame … His springy legs allow him to get off the ground very quickly and without needing to gather himself before exploding … He has a live body with good reflexes and shows the ability to catch tough passes in traffic and while on the move … He runs the floor well, showing a very impressive motor for a young big … Finishes strong at and above the rim … Has a soft touch around the basket, and shows a nice right mini hook as well as a turnaround jumper to his left shoulder … Even though he lacks any sort of consistency or confidence in his jumpshot, his form is good and he has a smooth stroke (although he tends to shoot offbalance) … He has extremely quick feet and is very agile for a player his size, he uses this to his advantage as he outquicks defenders in the post on a regular basis … While attacking the basket he shows good body control and he uses his length to finish around and over defenders … He works hard to establish post position, moving well and holding his ground in order to receive the ball in good scoring spots … Defensively he shows great anticipation, combining that with his physical and athletic gifts, he is a game changer on the defensive end … He has the ability to block and alter many shots on the ball as well as from the weak side … He also gets his hands on many balls in traffic, for steals or deflections … As a rebounder, he likes to attack the glass and can uses his leaping ability to grab balls that are well out of his area …

Weaknesses: Needs to continue to work on his body, adding weight and muscle (although his frame shows good potential for growth and development) … Still somewhat of a project because his fundamentals are ways away from his athletic package … Will need to add moves to his low post repertoire, at this point he relies on his athleticism and it works against inferior defenders, but against next level competition he will need to become more comfortable using counter moves … He becomes predictable with his back to the basket because he does not like to turn to his right should or use his left hand to finish … Even when he does turn to his right shoulder, he will still use his right hand, which exposes the ball back to the defender and leads to an awkward shot attempt … Needs to work on his faceup game, he has the quickness to beat people off the dribble, but at this point he has very little success putting the ball on the deck … His jumper shows a lot of promise, but he has to gain more consistency letting it fly from outside of 10 feet … His shooting inconsistency also follows him to the foul line, where he has lingered around the 55% mark …

AHA!!!! Some heavy smoke.... is there a fire?

http://www.stltoday.com/sports/colle...102af552c.html

Former SLU basketball player looks to join Kansas State

Former St. Louis University center Willie Reed is heading home and is looking to continue his basketball career at Kansas State, according to his father.

"We're here at Kansas State right now and we're in the process of being enrolled," Reed Sr. told the Post-Dispatch by phone on Friday.

K-State, in Manhattan, Kan., is about two hours west of where Reed grew up in Kansas City. The Wildcats finished 29-8 last season and reached the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament.

It's a quick change for Reed. He and teammate Kwamain Mitchell were no longer enrolled at SLU as of Wednesday after, according to sources, the university's student conduct committee suspended them for a year, a sentence that was reduced to a semester, amid allegations of a sexual assault.

According to Mitchell's lawyer, the point guard will be allowed to return in January if he meets certain requirements. Reed Sr. said that his son had done nothing wrong and wouldn't apply for readmission. Reed Jr. asked for and received permission from SLU to talk to other schools.

Under NCAA rules, if Reed enrolls at K-State and begins going to classes when the school's second term begins Jan. 18, he would be eligible after one year. That means he could be eligible for the second half of next season. Reed was an honorable mention All-Atlantic 10 selection and was SLU's leading rebounder and second-leading scorer, behind Mitchell.

When Reed chose to go to SLU, he said that he had interest from Big 12 schools. A KSU spokesman said he hadn't heard of Reed's transferring.

Yeah, there's no excuse for not making a bowl. As for the rest of the schedule, I think CU and BU are both winnable games (not that I necessarily expect us to win, but they're not exactly "tough" games), MU, UT and O-State are tougher, but I feel like we can at least win 1, if not 2 of those games (hell, we could win all 3 but I certainly don't expect us to).

That said, if we lose to Baylor, it could be a long wait until the NT game....

Yep, Reed's going to KSU and I'm pretty pissed about it. Losing Reed blows.

Wow, that was a shocker.

And anybody know what is the kickoff time for the Okie Lite game?

Yeah, if CU was playing Cody Hawkins, I would be more comfortable than Hanson. Baylor, well, they have a very damned good QB, that type of QB that gives K-State trouble. They'll have their hands full.

And as far as OSU/Tejas game, well, the only thing I can think of is that they're both at Manhattan. I don't know how good Okie Light is, but Texas, their defense is solid, but their offense is just putrid. I think K-State have a better chance against Texas than OSU as of this point.

TBD

Yeah, I know it's TBD, but was hoping if someone "inside" would know. Don't they usually make the decision 2 weeks prior to the game, usually Mondays?

Yeah, Baylor is a really bad matchup for KSU. RG3 could torch you just like NU.

Is that Daniel Sams?

I went to Madness in Manhattan last night. Not much to report that you guys probably don't already know. Good event.

Did Frank dress up in golden parachute pants and make a fool of himself?

Hah. No.

Correct. Good think K-State got him early, and it looks like he's pretty solid on his commit. It's starting to show that it is a good pick-up, considering that LSU and AlaBAMA is trying to get him.

And Tuggle threw 4 TD passes in the first half against Trinity Valley CC.

Okie Lite game - 11a.m.

:eek:

Our remaining 2 home games are gonna be tough.

EMAW rave

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Welcome to elite.

USA Today poll

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/colle...l/usatpoll.htm

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Others receiving votes: San Diego State 73; Brigham Young 55; West Virginia 49; Minnesota 41; Florida State 31; UNLV 19; Wichita State 13; UCLA 12; Vanderbilt 11; North Carolina State 10; Georgia 9; Richmond 9; Xavier 8; Mississippi State 7; Utah State 6; California 5; Texas A&M 5; Murray State 4; New Mexico 4; Louisville 3; Arizona 2; Dayton 2; Marquette 2; Maryland 2; Saint Mary's 2; Northwestern 1.

We play may end up playing #1 Duke, depending on the results of the CBE tournament. We play #7 Kansas twice, #11 Florida, #12 Gonzaga, #14 Baylor, #15 Missouri twice, #23 Virginia Tech, #25 Texas.

Well, we won't get docked for SOS this year...

That's a ton of great games.

I watched espnu's pre-season basketball special the other evening and K-State got a lot of praise from their "experts". The only one I recall specifically choosing KU to win the Big 12 was Jay Bilas.
There was a lot of praise heaped on Missouri as well so I guess we'll just have to wait and see how their new players develop. EMAW

Well, Blackmon got a DUI last night..... should save us a couple TD's... or just spread them to other Cowboys...

Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy is expected to address the media later Tuesday. The Cowboys face Kansas State in a Big 12 battle on Saturday.

Wonder if that means he'll be suspended this coming Saturday.

Dude was drinking and driving as a minor 3 hours away from his dorm on a Monday night at 3:45am..

If he's not suspended then OSU is a joke.

I'll bet solid coin he'll suit up this weekend. The party line will be, that all players play until they are found guilty of their infraction.

Yeah, I'd imagine the suspension won't be dealt with until after the police/attorneys are done with the legal issue.

And on a side note, Gundy's nemisis, shall I say, apparently haven't learned a lesson about Gundy's message of "Come after me!! I'm a man!! I'm forty!!"

http://blog.newsok.com/jennicarlson/...sion/#comments

I think they should take away his cell phone.

WUZ hE WItH A GiRL????!!!!!!??!!111

DOUBLE TROUBLE IF SOOOOO

Tyler Hanson, Colorado's QB is out for the season with a ruptured spleen.

Looks like Colorado is now going to Cody Hawkins.

Pulled this from the goemaw board: The Jake-O-Lantern!

Looks like we're both wrong.

http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news...cowboys-texans

High hopes for Devon Peterson? 95 OVR on ESPN? Hmm..

I'm absolutely shocked. Good on "I'm a Man, I'm 40" for doing the right thing.

95 OVR?

95 overall rating.

http://espn.go.com/mens-college-bask...devon-peterson