First, I want to point out that this is NOT our post-game analysis. This is simply a review of the preview I put up on Thursday.
Offense:
Arkelon Hall - sucked. 15/27 with 159 yards and an interception. To quote my preview, "It appears, to a casual observer, that Memphis has a poor man's Brent Schaeffer." While his completion percentage was better than Schaeffer's, I would hope that Brent Schaeffer would go 15/27 when 80% of his passes were completed one yard past the line of scrimmage.
Next, I said, "I don't understand why they don't just give Will Hudgens the nod. I thought he was pretty good." Hudgens was 8/15 for 102 yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT. I think that if they had been playing Hudgens all game, things would have gone better for them, but we still would have won.
Next, I said, "I'm not worried about Memphis' running game based solely on our linebacking corps. Our linebackers are built to stop elusive backs in the spread. Our starting outside linebackers are converted safeties. Their speed and agility is uncommon for that of linebackers, and their coverage skills are pretty good too (see Ashlee Palmer leading the team in INTs last year). Jonathan Cornell is also noticeably faster than any linebacker (other than Palmer) that saw any time last year. I just don't see them having a problem with the Memphis running backs." Looks like I was wrong with that one. Their runningbacks averaged about 5 yards per carry. The spread really messed us up a lot.
"If Memphis' passing game is going to work at all, they're going to have to give it to their wide receivers close to the line of scrimmage and let those playmakers work." - Memphis did this, and it was generally effective. We were able to stop it some, but their short passes that relied on YAC were generally successful.
"Still, I find myself wondering how much it will hurt us that there is a seven inch height difference when Memphis throws bubble screens all day. Height doesn't seem to have any impact on your ability to step back and turn to the quarterback. If they do that all game again this year, I will be officially convinced that Tommy West is a bad coach. They should use their mismatch more effectively." - So that proves it. Tommy West is a bad coach. Look, I like the short dink and dunk stuff... until you're down by 24. Right around then, you have to start putting it up for your wide receivers. Every time they threw deep, I cringed, but they only threw deep 6 or 7 times. That's stupid. Might I remind you that Carlos Singleton is 6'8"? Have I said that enough?
Defense:
"Memphis' defensive line is nothing at which to laugh.Mills and Brown are the starting defensive ends on a Memphis squad that will rely heavily on getting to the passer before he can exploit their secondary. Their starting DTs are Freddie Barnett and Clinton McDonald. I hope we run right at those guys." Our O-line did well opening holes for our backs to run without having to far outside. John Jerry and Michael Oher at tackle were both able to spring several runs. Brandon Bolden particularly did well following his blocks.
"At linebacker, Memphis has several more injuries. Like we apparently don't, Memphis didn't have depth. Then they lost a starter. It's rough at that position for them." - Think back to Bolden's touchdown run. He broke four tackles (two linebackers, one end, one safety). He also juke a linebacker out of his shoes. Linebacker play... poor.
"In the secondary, Memphis has significant trouble. Like us, they can't defend people through the air. I hope Jevan can exploit that well. We need to get the ball in the hands of Mike Wallace, Dexter, and Shay." - Well, Mike Wallace didn't get the ball (though he got his fingers on it at least twice), but Shay and Dex were firing on all cylinders. Shay's first touchdown catch was just beautiful.
"In closing, I expect us to beat them, though I'm sure Singleton and Calhoun will give us trouble."
Carlos Singleton - 6 catches - 89 yards
Duke Calhoun - 4 catches - 43 yards
Final Score - Pink Polos - 41; Blue Sleevelesses - 24
"My Prediction: Ole Miss by 8" - Ok. So I was off by 9. If I had predicted a win by more than eight, no one would have taken my prediction seriously.
So, to finish things off, the two things I said that weren't right were my prediction on the score and our defense's ability to stop the run. I'm not all that certain how percentages can be assigned to predictions, but I'm 100% (see that... witty again) sure that I got more than 65% right.
Showing posts with label Memphis. Show all posts
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Sunday, August 31, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
Politically-Themed Notes
A Heartbeat Away. This morning John McCain chose little-known governor Sarah Palin (R-AK) as his running mate, prompting the Obama campaign to remind voters that this 44-year-old one-term governor was a "heartbeat away from the presidency." Thin ice, to be sure, but Sir Arkelon Lord Hall the Planet-Eater was reminded yesterday by Tommy West that he is treading beyond Jordan's stormy banks on saran wrap. "I want to see Arkelon do well. The only reason I could think I'd pull Arkelon is if he was struggling," West said. I don't think Coach West has the patience for the
Tommy Beecher performance I expect from Arkelon.
A Hopeful New Personality. The crusty old Rebels, still a most Republican of campuses, will need a startling performance from their new maverick leader (as opposed to their old moron) in order to take down the hopeful new power that looked pretty awesome last night. To carry the metaphor a little further, Rebels should start hoping that the Baylor Bears are as hapless and ridiculous as Mr. Obama's convention supporters.
Experience is the key. For all we denigrate the cornerbacks, who will certainly have a challenge on their hands, one ought not be so bedazzled by the mainstream media that one forgets the experience and accomplishments of our leaders - specifically, Dustin Mouzon. This cornerback, lest we forget, was the star of our 2007 meeting with the Tigers. Proven, tested leadership for this era of great challenges.
Tommy Beecher performance I expect from Arkelon.
A Hopeful New Personality. The crusty old Rebels, still a most Republican of campuses, will need a startling performance from their new maverick leader (as opposed to their old moron) in order to take down the hopeful new power that looked pretty awesome last night. To carry the metaphor a little further, Rebels should start hoping that the Baylor Bears are as hapless and ridiculous as Mr. Obama's convention supporters.
Experience is the key. For all we denigrate the cornerbacks, who will certainly have a challenge on their hands, one ought not be so bedazzled by the mainstream media that one forgets the experience and accomplishments of our leaders - specifically, Dustin Mouzon. This cornerback, lest we forget, was the star of our 2007 meeting with the Tigers. Proven, tested leadership for this era of great challenges.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Memphis Preview
This is the first in a weekly series of pre-game analysis brought to you by the good people at Red [REDACTED] Cup. I won't pretend to know everything about every team we play, but I'll do my research and probably just guess about things for which I can find no information (see Samford football). So anyway, here goes nuthin'.
Offense:
Let's start with the position that has been "hashed" more often than Lindsey Lohan. Quarterback. Arkelon (pronounced insert stupid Keith Woernle joke here Arky-lon) Hall was a highly touted junior college quarterback from College of Sequoias out in California. Out of high school, he signed with a BCS conference school as a scrambling quarterback. He ended up leaving that program and making it to College of Seqouias where he did relatively well. Now that he is at his third school in three years, practice reports have him underperforming even though the coaches talk him up every chance they get. Hm... similarities abound. But honestly, let's compare him with the Honorable Brentis Schaeffer.
Schaeffer's rating out of high school: 4 stars, #14 QB
Hall's rating out of high school: 4 stars, #16 QB
Schaeffer's measurements (according to Scout): 6-1, 190, 4.57
Hall's measurements (according to Scout): 6-1, 210, 4.7
Schaeffer's statistics at COS: 2,970 passing yards / 42 touchdowns / 8 interceptions. 860 rushing yards / 10 TDs
Hall's statistics at COS: 2,398 passing yards / 13 touchdowns / 14 Interceptions. 144 rushing yards / 5 TDs
It appears, to a casual observer, that Memphis has a poor man's Brent Schaeffer. I'm not exactly shaking in my boots. I don't understand why they don't just give Will Hudgens the nod. I thought he was pretty good.
At runningback, the TiGAYs (witty, huh?) have only one "proven" runningback, and he's only proven behind an offensive line at "The U" and even then only in one game (over 100 yards rushing against Virginia Tech). Surely a starter at Memphis, right? That's just it. He's not. Curtis Steele is the projected starter. Steele hasn't carried the ball once in college. I'm sure Jones is thrilled. I'm not worried about Memphis' running game based solely on our linebacking corps. Our linebackers are built to stop elusive backs in the spread. Our starting outside linebackers are converted safeties. Their speed and agility is uncommon for that of linebackers, and their coverage skills are pretty good too (see Ashlee Palmer leading the team in INTs last year). Jonathan Cornell is also noticeably faster than any linebacker (other than Palmer) that saw any time last year. I just don't see them having a problem with the Memphis running backs.
If Memphis' passing game is going to work at all, they're going to have to give it to their wide receivers close to the line of scrimmage and let those playmakers work. 6'4" Duke Calhoun and 6'8" Carlos Singleton are both very good college wide receivers. Calhoun probably has a future in the NFL. Singleton probably does not. Singleton is effective in college because he's 6'8". As for the Ole Miss secondary, I think our tallest player with any chance to see time is Cassius Vaughn, listed at 6'1". That's a good deal of height difference. Still, I find myself wondering how much it will hurt us that there is a seven inch height difference when Memphis throws bubble screens all day. Height doesn't seem to have any impact on your ability to step back and turn to the quarterback. If they do that all game again this year, I will be officially convinced that Tommy West is a bad coach. They should use their mismatch more effectively.
I don't know much about Memphis' offensive line other than the fact that it is in shambles. I count five players on their two-deep that may not be able to play on Saturday. I could be counting wrong. I was never good at higher level mathematics.
Defense:
Memphis' defensive line is nothing at which to laugh. While projected starter Tim McGee is out, Corey Mills and Jada Brown are two former rebels who have done relatively well in tigerland. Mills and Brown are the starting defensive ends on a Memphis squad that will rely heavily on getting to the passer before he can exploit their secondary. Their starting DTs are Freddie Barnett and Clinton McDonald. I hope we run right at those guys. I've never heard of either one of them, but One Man to Beat (who knows a lot about Memphis) says they're at least pretty good. As with the rest of Memphis' defense, there is no depth behind their starters on the line (other than Greg Terrell at DE, a player who may start ahead of Brown). I'm not certain they'll stack up well against our offensive line, but we underperformed at OL last season, and if we continue, Memphis could get in to the backfield.
At linebacker, Memphis has several more injuries. Like we apparently don't, Memphis didn't have depth. Then they lost a starter. It's rough at that position for them.
In the secondary, Memphis has significant trouble. Like us, they can't defend people through the air. I hope Jevan can exploit that well. We need to get the ball in the hands of Mike Wallace, Dexter, and Shay.
In closing, I expect us to beat them, though I'm sure Singleton and Calhoun will give us trouble.
My Prediction: Ole Miss by 8
Offense:
Let's start with the position that has been "hashed" more often than Lindsey Lohan. Quarterback. Arkelon (pronounced
Schaeffer's rating out of high school: 4 stars, #14 QB
Hall's rating out of high school: 4 stars, #16 QB
Schaeffer's measurements (according to Scout): 6-1, 190, 4.57
Hall's measurements (according to Scout): 6-1, 210, 4.7
Schaeffer's statistics at COS: 2,970 passing yards / 42 touchdowns / 8 interceptions. 860 rushing yards / 10 TDs
Hall's statistics at COS: 2,398 passing yards / 13 touchdowns / 14 Interceptions. 144 rushing yards / 5 TDs
It appears, to a casual observer, that Memphis has a poor man's Brent Schaeffer. I'm not exactly shaking in my boots. I don't understand why they don't just give Will Hudgens the nod. I thought he was pretty good.
At runningback, the TiGAYs (witty, huh?) have only one "proven" runningback, and he's only proven behind an offensive line at "The U" and even then only in one game (over 100 yards rushing against Virginia Tech). Surely a starter at Memphis, right? That's just it. He's not. Curtis Steele is the projected starter. Steele hasn't carried the ball once in college. I'm sure Jones is thrilled. I'm not worried about Memphis' running game based solely on our linebacking corps. Our linebackers are built to stop elusive backs in the spread. Our starting outside linebackers are converted safeties. Their speed and agility is uncommon for that of linebackers, and their coverage skills are pretty good too (see Ashlee Palmer leading the team in INTs last year). Jonathan Cornell is also noticeably faster than any linebacker (other than Palmer) that saw any time last year. I just don't see them having a problem with the Memphis running backs.
If Memphis' passing game is going to work at all, they're going to have to give it to their wide receivers close to the line of scrimmage and let those playmakers work. 6'4" Duke Calhoun and 6'8" Carlos Singleton are both very good college wide receivers. Calhoun probably has a future in the NFL. Singleton probably does not. Singleton is effective in college because he's 6'8". As for the Ole Miss secondary, I think our tallest player with any chance to see time is Cassius Vaughn, listed at 6'1". That's a good deal of height difference. Still, I find myself wondering how much it will hurt us that there is a seven inch height difference when Memphis throws bubble screens all day. Height doesn't seem to have any impact on your ability to step back and turn to the quarterback. If they do that all game again this year, I will be officially convinced that Tommy West is a bad coach. They should use their mismatch more effectively.
I don't know much about Memphis' offensive line other than the fact that it is in shambles. I count five players on their two-deep that may not be able to play on Saturday. I could be counting wrong. I was never good at higher level mathematics.
Defense:
Memphis' defensive line is nothing at which to laugh. While projected starter Tim McGee is out, Corey Mills and Jada Brown are two former rebels who have done relatively well in tigerland. Mills and Brown are the starting defensive ends on a Memphis squad that will rely heavily on getting to the passer before he can exploit their secondary. Their starting DTs are Freddie Barnett and Clinton McDonald. I hope we run right at those guys. I've never heard of either one of them, but One Man to Beat (who knows a lot about Memphis) says they're at least pretty good. As with the rest of Memphis' defense, there is no depth behind their starters on the line (other than Greg Terrell at DE, a player who may start ahead of Brown). I'm not certain they'll stack up well against our offensive line, but we underperformed at OL last season, and if we continue, Memphis could get in to the backfield.
At linebacker, Memphis has several more injuries. Like we apparently don't, Memphis didn't have depth. Then they lost a starter. It's rough at that position for them.
In the secondary, Memphis has significant trouble. Like us, they can't defend people through the air. I hope Jevan can exploit that well. We need to get the ball in the hands of Mike Wallace, Dexter, and Shay.
In closing, I expect us to beat them, though I'm sure Singleton and Calhoun will give us trouble.
My Prediction: Ole Miss by 8
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Who Is This Guy? Arkelon Hall.
The debate surrounding whether Memphis is a rival is certainly interesting, but it hardly lights up the more important issue - who will win on Saturday. To do this, Rebel fans need to acquaint themselves with a familiar biography.
On Saturday, starting for the Tigers will be a heralded Junior College recruit who had previously been a heralded recruit for a BCS program, before jumping ship to the College of the Sequoias and putting up numbers that look more like the high score on Ms. Pac-Man at your local Pizza Hut.
Click here for a helpful all-around preview of the 2008 Tigers, including some information on Memphis' JUCO All-American who became the de facto starter for Tiger High as soon as he signed last Spring - Arkelon Hall.
He lists at 6' 2" and 220 lbs., and, as you might have deduced from his biography and mythology-inspired name, Arkelon is, in fact, a dual-threat quarterback. But Tommy West sounds anything but confident. His response to questions about Hall have basically been "Yeah, he's the starter, until he totally screws up."
Nothing says motivation like confirming a kid's suspicisions that he's one inevitable mistake from the bench.
What Memphis hopes is that Arkelon can connect with their receivers, who, standing on top of one another, would make a tempting substitute for the Tower of Babel. This corp is led by Duke Calhoun, the Memphis native who is getting such good press around Memphis that he could probably get elected mayor of the Mogadishu of the Mid-South.
This means two things for the Rebels - we need pressure on Arkelon to prevent him from having a chance to even look for his receivers, and we need our linebackers to show a little maturity to go along with their talent and contain Lord Hall the Schaeffer-esque when he runs ... because he will.
Of course, none of this will matter when Jevan Snead throws for 350 and five touchdowns, right?
On Saturday, starting for the Tigers will be a heralded Junior College recruit who had previously been a heralded recruit for a BCS program, before jumping ship to the College of the Sequoias and putting up numbers that look more like the high score on Ms. Pac-Man at your local Pizza Hut.
Click here for a helpful all-around preview of the 2008 Tigers, including some information on Memphis' JUCO All-American who became the de facto starter for Tiger High as soon as he signed last Spring - Arkelon Hall.
He lists at 6' 2" and 220 lbs., and, as you might have deduced from his biography and mythology-inspired name, Arkelon is, in fact, a dual-threat quarterback. But Tommy West sounds anything but confident. His response to questions about Hall have basically been "Yeah, he's the starter, until he totally screws up."
Nothing says motivation like confirming a kid's suspicisions that he's one inevitable mistake from the bench.
What Memphis hopes is that Arkelon can connect with their receivers, who, standing on top of one another, would make a tempting substitute for the Tower of Babel. This corp is led by Duke Calhoun, the Memphis native who is getting such good press around Memphis that he could probably get elected mayor of the Mogadishu of the Mid-South.
This means two things for the Rebels - we need pressure on Arkelon to prevent him from having a chance to even look for his receivers, and we need our linebackers to show a little maturity to go along with their talent and contain Lord Hall the Schaeffer-esque when he runs ... because he will.
Of course, none of this will matter when Jevan Snead throws for 350 and five touchdowns, right?
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Women of the Opposition: Memphis
If there's one thing Memphis fans have, it's really attractive women that cheer for them. Nothing says beautiful like southwestern Tennessee co-eds. How they haven't cancelled the Miss USA pageant due to the glowing gorgeousness of these females is beyond me.
NOTE: As a part of our game week coverage shit talkin' we're going to show you pictures of ugly co-eds from whatever school it is where about to play? Why, you ask? Because all of our girlfriends, wives, one-night-stands, et al look waaaaaaaaaay better than whatever they've got. If you've got any pictures you'd like us to run as a part of this weekly feature then send them our way (the button is on the right toolbar).
Okay, perhaps this is unfair. We'll just let Confederate Railroad tell you a little about women in Memphis. Nothing says classy dame like a one night stand with one of these guys.
NOTE: As a part of our game week coverage shit talkin' we're going to show you pictures of ugly co-eds from whatever school it is where about to play? Why, you ask? Because all of our girlfriends, wives, one-night-stands, et al look waaaaaaaaaay better than whatever they've got. If you've got any pictures you'd like us to run as a part of this weekly feature then send them our way (the button is on the right toolbar).
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Projected Depth Chart vs. Memphis
I took the time to write down how I project our first and second teams to look headed into Memphis. Most of this is common sense, but here goes.
QB: Jevan Snead / Billy Tapp
HB: Cordera Eason / Enrique Davis
FB: Jason Cook / Andy Hartmann
X: Mike Wallace / Markeith Summers
Y: Dexter McCluster / Lionel Breaux
Z: Shay Hodge / Andrew Harris
TE: Gerald Harris / David Traxler (depending on whether we run on our first play)
LT: Michael Oher / Bradley Sowell
LG: Darryl Harris / Reid Neely
C: Daverin Geralds / Brandon Green
RG: Maurice Miller / Rishaw Johnson
RT: John Jerry / Bradley Sowell (We seriously need some OTs)
LE: Emmanuel Stephens / Laderrick Vaughn
RE: Kentrell Lockett / Chris Bowers
DT: Peria Jerry / Justin Smith
NT: Marcus Tillman / Lawonn Scott
LOLB: Ashlee Palmer / Lamar Brumfield
MLB: Jonathan Cornell / Tony Fein
ROLB: Allen Walker / Patrick Trahan
CB: Dustin Mouzon / Marshay Green
CB: Cassius Vaughn / Jeremy McGee
FS: Kendrick Lewis / Johnny Brown
SS: Jamarca Sanford / Fon Ingram
I'm pretty happy with this two-deep. I think we could end up beating Memphis badly. I'm not saying we will, just that we can. Now tell me who/what I've missed.
QB: Jevan Snead / Billy Tapp
HB: Cordera Eason / Enrique Davis
FB: Jason Cook / Andy Hartmann
X: Mike Wallace / Markeith Summers
Y: Dexter McCluster / Lionel Breaux
Z: Shay Hodge / Andrew Harris
TE: Gerald Harris / David Traxler (depending on whether we run on our first play)
LT: Michael Oher / Bradley Sowell
LG: Darryl Harris / Reid Neely
C: Daverin Geralds / Brandon Green
RG: Maurice Miller / Rishaw Johnson
RT: John Jerry / Bradley Sowell (We seriously need some OTs)
LE: Emmanuel Stephens / Laderrick Vaughn
RE: Kentrell Lockett / Chris Bowers
DT: Peria Jerry / Justin Smith
NT: Marcus Tillman / Lawonn Scott
LOLB: Ashlee Palmer / Lamar Brumfield
MLB: Jonathan Cornell / Tony Fein
ROLB: Allen Walker / Patrick Trahan
CB: Dustin Mouzon / Marshay Green
CB: Cassius Vaughn / Jeremy McGee
FS: Kendrick Lewis / Johnny Brown
SS: Jamarca Sanford / Fon Ingram
I'm pretty happy with this two-deep. I think we could end up beating Memphis badly. I'm not saying we will, just that we can. Now tell me who/what I've missed.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
The Wish List: Richard Scruggs
Now that Ole Miss alum Richard Scruggs has been sentenced for his role in a Mississippi judicial bribery scandal, he has caught the eye of the staff here at Red [REDACTED] Cup.
We're sure that Scruggs will be spending most of his time with his family until he has to report to federal prison on August 4. We also know, though, that Richard Scruggs is a pretty big Ole Miss football fan. The Rebels' last two coaching searches have been performed from Scruggs' personal jet.
So, considering the extra time you have before prison, the fact that you're a solid Ole Miss fan, and the reputation you no longer have any need to protect, maybe you could get about bribing a few folks for us.
Mike Slive
The fate of The One of which We Shall Not Speak lies in the hands of The Commish. Getting that guy qualified would improve our defensive line, improve his quality of life, and really piss off a bunch of State fans and the Orgeron. This is a win-win-win!
Willie Herenton
The Mayor of Memphis can do one important thing for Ole Miss football to ensure the happiness and well-being of our fans for a generation - bulldoze the Liberty Bowl. After five (going on six) autumns in Oxford, I've had the misfortune of starting everyone with either a visit to or a visit from the Tigers. I know Pete Boone promises that this will be the last meeting between thestoried rivals mismatched teams, but there's more than one way to skin a cat. No Memphis football stadium = no Memphis football.
The officials scheduled to work the Alabama game
Obviously, some of us are worried about other games, but this guy really wants to beat Alabama. And I want to cheat at it. I don't want to win fair and square, not even by twenty points in Tuscaloosa. I want to go to Bryant-Denney and snatch victory illegitimately from the jaws of defeat. Because as Bret Maverick says, "There is no more deeply moving religious experience ... than cheatin' on a cheater."
So, there it is, Dickie. Three pretty easy targets, none of which will earn you any more time in the clink, but any of which will cement your place among the Order of Rebel heroes.
We're sure that Scruggs will be spending most of his time with his family until he has to report to federal prison on August 4. We also know, though, that Richard Scruggs is a pretty big Ole Miss football fan. The Rebels' last two coaching searches have been performed from Scruggs' personal jet.
So, considering the extra time you have before prison, the fact that you're a solid Ole Miss fan, and the reputation you no longer have any need to protect, maybe you could get about bribing a few folks for us.
Mike Slive
The fate of The One of which We Shall Not Speak lies in the hands of The Commish. Getting that guy qualified would improve our defensive line, improve his quality of life, and really piss off a bunch of State fans and the Orgeron. This is a win-win-win!
Willie Herenton
The Mayor of Memphis can do one important thing for Ole Miss football to ensure the happiness and well-being of our fans for a generation - bulldoze the Liberty Bowl. After five (going on six) autumns in Oxford, I've had the misfortune of starting everyone with either a visit to or a visit from the Tigers. I know Pete Boone promises that this will be the last meeting between the
The officials scheduled to work the Alabama game
Obviously, some of us are worried about other games, but this guy really wants to beat Alabama. And I want to cheat at it. I don't want to win fair and square, not even by twenty points in Tuscaloosa. I want to go to Bryant-Denney and snatch victory illegitimately from the jaws of defeat. Because as Bret Maverick says, "There is no more deeply moving religious experience ... than cheatin' on a cheater."
So, there it is, Dickie. Three pretty easy targets, none of which will earn you any more time in the clink, but any of which will cement your place among the Order of Rebel heroes.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Recruit Quote of the Week
Since it is summer I figured we should start a new tradition hear on RSC for awhile, that being the recruiting quote of the week. This can either come from a fan, analyst, or from a recruit himself. This week's is brought to us from Horn Lake CB Tremayne McKinley.
I can only assume McKinley has not spent too much time around HDN, who if his daughter is any indication, is severely lacking in the "crunk" department.
One good thing that will come of this is the continuation of the fence around Memphis. With Andy Kennedy's wardrobe apparently provided to him buy Ecko and the new football staff, the Rebs should have the 901 on lock down.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Dear Memphis,
Dear Memphis, City of:
I want you to know, first, that this letter is passionate and heart-felt.
I write concerning your heroes and native sons and daughters. Specifically, I am writing to suggest, humbly, that you stop having them. In your particular circumstances, it is proving to be self-destructive and, indeed, saddening.
This is all, obviously, in the wake of The University Memphis Men's Basketball Team's loss to Kansas in the NCAA Tournament Championship Final. To clarify, the team lost on a miraculous three-point shot by Mario Chalmers with two seconds left to play. In fact, let's see Mario's Miracle again.
Everything about the great things in Memphis seems to fall just short every time. Three Six Mafia was hood-rich, but had to win an Academy Award and prove their existence absurd. You all are so ashamed of Justin Timberlake that Trash McGee and the other piano players at Silky O'Sullivan's are more venerated by Memphians than poor J.T. Elvis got fat and died. The Grizzlies are the Grizzlies. Even Beale Street can't get it right. Ten years ago, Beale had a lawlessness that extended beyond the charm of its cooler cousin, Bourbon Street. Now, they have cleaned up Beale Street, but a 19-year-old co-ed cannot even get a decent drink there anymore.
Near misses, Memphis, all of them.
But the near miss, Tiger Fans and other Memphians who are already not caring about the U of M again, are more heart-breaking than the sure defeat. I say, decide today that you will no longer allow Desoto County sunshine to invade the dark recesses of your city. Embrace your fate and let its signature gloominess define you. If you shoot for the stars, Memphis, you'll only have farther to fall.
Just ask any Ole Miss fan.
I want you to know, first, that this letter is passionate and heart-felt.
I write concerning your heroes and native sons and daughters. Specifically, I am writing to suggest, humbly, that you stop having them. In your particular circumstances, it is proving to be self-destructive and, indeed, saddening.
This is all, obviously, in the wake of The University Memphis Men's Basketball Team's loss to Kansas in the NCAA Tournament Championship Final. To clarify, the team lost on a miraculous three-point shot by Mario Chalmers with two seconds left to play. In fact, let's see Mario's Miracle again.
Everything about the great things in Memphis seems to fall just short every time. Three Six Mafia was hood-rich, but had to win an Academy Award and prove their existence absurd. You all are so ashamed of Justin Timberlake that Trash McGee and the other piano players at Silky O'Sullivan's are more venerated by Memphians than poor J.T. Elvis got fat and died. The Grizzlies are the Grizzlies. Even Beale Street can't get it right. Ten years ago, Beale had a lawlessness that extended beyond the charm of its cooler cousin, Bourbon Street. Now, they have cleaned up Beale Street, but a 19-year-old co-ed cannot even get a decent drink there anymore.
Near misses, Memphis, all of them.
But the near miss, Tiger Fans and other Memphians who are already not caring about the U of M again, are more heart-breaking than the sure defeat. I say, decide today that you will no longer allow Desoto County sunshine to invade the dark recesses of your city. Embrace your fate and let its signature gloominess define you. If you shoot for the stars, Memphis, you'll only have farther to fall.
Just ask any Ole Miss fan.
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