(11-28-2017 12:25 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:54 AM)poppaslaw Wrote:  Malzahn's wife is cray cray too. I don't think the AU family has embraced her like other coaches wives.

I hope you aren't as clueless in all your posts as this one.

you should try saying that to his face, hotshot.

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:58 AM)Latilleon Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:03 AM)BinghamptonNed Wrote:  MIssState is not a factor. Arkansas is a dream of Norvell and they have not made a hire.

I think they are waiting on Malzahn. If he loses the $EC championship, and Alabama is picked for a higher slot in playoff or bowl, does Arkansas have a play to steal him?

Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama.h.

Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

(11-28-2017 12:42 PM)BandwagonJumper Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:25 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:54 AM)poppaslaw Wrote:  Malzahn's wife is cray cray too. I don't think the AU family has embraced her like other coaches wives.

I hope you aren't as clueless in all your posts as this one.

you should try saying that to his face, hotshot.

I will when he tells Gus that his wife is crazy to his face. Let's make it a party.
Sporto

(11-28-2017 01:24 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:42 PM)BandwagonJumper Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:25 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:54 AM)poppaslaw Wrote:  Malzahn's wife is cray cray too. I don't think the AU family has embraced her like other coaches wives.

I hope you aren't as clueless in all your posts as this one.

you should try saying that to his face, hotshot.

I will when he tells Gus that his wife is crazy to his face. Let's make it a party.
Sporto

We can bill it as "The Chaos at the Waffle House"

(11-28-2017 01:28 PM)UofMstateU Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 01:24 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:42 PM)BandwagonJumper Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:25 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:54 AM)poppaslaw Wrote:  Malzahn's wife is cray cray too. I don't think the AU family has embraced her like other coaches wives.

I hope you aren't as clueless in all your posts as this one.

you should try saying that to his face, hotshot.

I will when he tells Gus that his wife is crazy to his face. Let's make it a party.
Sporto

We can bill it as "The Chaos at the Waffle House"

Love it. It's the one on west glenn.

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:58 AM)Latilleon Wrote:  I think they are waiting on Malzahn. If he loses the $EC championship, and Alabama is picked for a higher slot in playoff or bowl, does Arkansas have a play to steal him?

Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama.h.

Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

All true, but kind of proves the point. A month ago they were talking about firing him, this Saturday he's a win away from getting to the 4-team playoff.

Gus wouldn't face that annual pressure at Arkansas. And doesn't have Bama down the road.

Norvell stays at Memphis and continues to construct his Frankenstein monster. Arkansas only mentioned for contract negotiating purposes. It's hard for me to buy the Razorbacks seriously considering turning their program over to a young UCA Bear. As soon as he loses one game, the alumni will yell out loud and long that he's not a "True" Razorback....he's from little ol' Conway. They will forget what he did here and go straight to him going to Conway.

(11-28-2017 01:33 PM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama.h.

Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

All true, but kind of proves the point. A month ago they were talking about firing him, this Saturday he's a win away from getting to the 4-team playoff.

Gus wouldn't face that annual pressure at Arkansas. And doesn't have Bama down the road.

and he wouldn't have the talent pool available to him that has allowed him to have the success he has had at Auburn. Arkansas isn't Auburn w/o the stress. Its Auburn w/o the talent. Auburn is in a recruiting goldmine... the states of Alabama, Georgia and Florida are loaded. Arkansas, not so much. Looking over Auburn's roster, only 10 players come from outside the states of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. There is a reason Auburn has been in 2 national title games in the past decade.

At Arkansas, he might not have the immediate pressure, but fans would eventually expect him to replicate the success he has enjoyed at Auburn... and thats not happening in Fayetteville.

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:58 AM)Latilleon Wrote:  I think they are waiting on Malzahn. If he loses the $EC championship, and Alabama is picked for a higher slot in playoff or bowl, does Arkansas have a play to steal him?

Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama.h.

Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

No different than any big time SEC program. Tough ticket when they are winning. Otherwise tickets are easily had at face value. And AU didn't have a QB last year, so they didn't have the 'talent'.

(11-28-2017 05:43 PM)midtowncowboy Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama.h.

Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

No different than any big time SEC program. Tough ticket when they are winning. Otherwise tickets are easily had at face value. And AU didn't have a QB last year, so they didn't have the 'talent'.

And beat Arkansas worse than this year. 108 points in 2 years ain't just coaching.

(11-28-2017 09:06 AM)cmt Wrote:  Not safe until arKansas and UTK announce. Keep your hopes up and stay calm, but not safe yet.

Also, on a great note, if he stays this year, there won't be many jobs open up next that he would be interested in.

How do you know that? I need your crystal ball.

(11-28-2017 10:33 PM)NigelTufnel Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:06 AM)cmt Wrote:  Not safe until arKansas and UTK announce. Keep your hopes up and stay calm, but not safe yet.

Also, on a great note, if he stays this year, there won't be many jobs open up next that he would be interested in.

How do you know that? I need your crystal ball.

Most of the SEC has recently reset. LSU is about the only job that could open up that would be worth going to. (Its the one I'm most concerned about) Clemson will open up when Dabo goes to Alabama. Texas may open up if Herman doesnt get things going. Thats about it for the southern schools.

(11-28-2017 02:15 PM)Beat Everybody Wrote:  Norvell stays at Memphis and continues to construct his Frankenstein monster. Arkansas only mentioned for contract negotiating purposes. It's hard for me to buy the Razorbacks seriously considering turning their program over to a young UCA Bear. As soon as he loses one game, the alumni will yell out loud and long that he's not a "True" Razorback....he's from little ol' Conway. They will forget what he did here and go straight to him going to Conway.

Kind of like Arkansans do to Scottie Pippen, huh? This is stupid.

(11-28-2017 06:00 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 05:43 PM)midtowncowboy Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:01 AM)Marc Mensa Wrote:  Not sure why Malzahn would leave Auburn for Arkansas, other than to be "at home" or to buy a few more years. Auburn is a much better job.

Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

No different than any big time SEC program. Tough ticket when they are winning. Otherwise tickets are easily had at face value. And AU didn't have a QB last year, so they didn't have the 'talent'.

And beat Arkansas worse than this year. 108 points in 2 years ain't just coaching.

Before Bielema, Auburn only led the series 11-10 so it's been a pretty competitive head-to-head between the two. They've obviously done a lot better overall though.

(11-28-2017 11:14 PM)UofMstateU Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:33 PM)NigelTufnel Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:06 AM)cmt Wrote:  Not safe until arKansas and UTK announce. Keep your hopes up and stay calm, but not safe yet.

Also, on a great note, if he stays this year, there won't be many jobs open up next that he would be interested in.

How do you know that? I need your crystal ball.

Most of the SEC has recently reset. LSU is about the only job that could open up that would be worth going to. (Its the one I'm most concerned about) Clemson will open up when Dabo goes to Alabama. Texas may open up if Herman doesnt get things going. Thats about it for the southern schools.

People say this every year. Then it gets worse. I read this same thing in a column last year about the coaching carousel after Texas, LSU, Oregon, Baylor, and Oklahoma opened up. "This year is the year to move, because not much will open next year." Then out of the blue Florida, FSU, TAMU, Old Miss, UCLA, and maybe Auburn opened up. Never know who will get restless - coaches or boosters - or who will be caught up in a scandal phoning hookers.

(11-29-2017 10:32 AM)gohogs14 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 06:00 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 05:43 PM)midtowncowboy Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

No different than any big time SEC program. Tough ticket when they are winning. Otherwise tickets are easily had at face value. And AU didn't have a QB last year, so they didn't have the 'talent'.

And beat Arkansas worse than this year. 108 points in 2 years ain't just coaching.

Before Bielema, Auburn only led the series 11-10 so it's been a pretty competitive head-to-head between the two. They've obviously done a lot better overall though.

you mean like 2 national championship games for Auburn vs the ZERO for Arkansas.

Notice all of Arkansas' glory days were during segregation. I wonder what Arkansas record is since segregation ended? I'm sure it is ok but nowhere near Auburn

(11-28-2017 10:27 AM)Tygrys Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:20 AM)UofMstateU Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:15 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:12 AM)Tygrys Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:00 AM)fishman6581 Wrote:  Malzahn is +150 for the job in Vegas. He'd probably be there now, if he had lost to Bama. Arkansas is gonna have to pony up for the buyout of Bielama and the AD plus assistants. Then hire a new coach.

If Gus wants to go to Arkansas, money will not be a problem...

It might be if we indeed offer Norvell 3.5+. They would balk at matching that, I think.

Arkansas should have fixed their AD problem before now. Not having an AD hired is going to cause some issues. Gus just went through this at Auburn, where he and the old AD did not get along. I dont see him being willing to jump ship without knowing who is in that position. I'm not sure any coach is willing to go there for anything other than a premium contract without knowing who the AD is.

Depends on the coach most likely. A younger coach or first time head coach (Norvell and Venables) are not going to have much pull or say in it. I doubt it causes much hesitation with them either. Trying to get a more established coach like Gus is where there could be an issue or perhaps even an expectation to have a lot of say in who the AD is...

or...It could cause more hesitation with younger coaches because they don't have the clout to survive turnover. Whereas Gus will be connected to boosters and the AD will largely be cutout of the dynamics.

(11-28-2017 08:45 AM)TIGERCITY Wrote:  Quote from this morning's tweet with a link to his related article. Talks about what might be the new contract offer. Also last night Martin tweeted that conversations he has had make him more optimistic Norvell will stay.

Calkins, Martin, Smith, Parrish all collaborate with their "sources" on local matters. If one says/tweets it, then they all pick it up.

Funniest thing this week was that with all of them "on top of things" locally, it was non-local Woj who scooped them on Fiz getting canned. Should tell you all you need to know about how connected and trusted they are - by both the Grizz and the UofM.

(11-29-2017 11:50 AM)Tiger87 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:14 PM)UofMstateU Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 10:33 PM)NigelTufnel Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 09:06 AM)cmt Wrote:  Not safe until arKansas and UTK announce. Keep your hopes up and stay calm, but not safe yet.

Also, on a great note, if he stays this year, there won't be many jobs open up next that he would be interested in.

How do you know that? I need your crystal ball.

Most of the SEC has recently reset. LSU is about the only job that could open up that would be worth going to. (Its the one I'm most concerned about) Clemson will open up when Dabo goes to Alabama. Texas may open up if Herman doesnt get things going. Thats about it for the southern schools.

People say this every year. Then it gets worse. I read this same thing in a column last year about the coaching carousel after Texas, LSU, Oregon, Baylor, and Oklahoma opened up. "This year is the year to move, because not much will open next year." Then out of the blue Florida, FSU, TAMU, Old Miss, UCLA, and maybe Auburn opened up. Never know who will get restless - coaches or boosters - or who will be caught up in a scandal phoning hookers.

I'm not sure who in their right minds would have thought this would be a year in which a lot would not open up.

In the SEC alone, we were looking at almost guaranteed coaching changes at:

Ole Miss
TAMU
AR
Auburn
TN

In addition, the following schools had coaches who would likely get snapped up if the right opening came along:

MSU

The only surprise was Florida.

Next year, the only job I see opening in the SEC would possibly be LSU if Coach O drops something he shouldnt. I dont see any of the current coaches getting fired, or moving up, next year. (The only name I have seen is Vandy's coach for the ASU job)

(11-29-2017 10:32 AM)gohogs14 Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 06:00 PM)shere khan Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 05:43 PM)midtowncowboy Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 12:43 PM)Tigerbrother Wrote:  

(11-28-2017 11:56 AM)Tigx Wrote:  Maybe because literally a month ago, after Auburn lost to LSU, major newspapers in the state of Alabama were running stories like this: "Not a $6.9 million decision: Malzahn’s buyout isn’t full financial picture" http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/stor...801097001/

"Auburn’s financial decision to end Gus Malzahn’s contract isn’t as simple as his buyout."

After the 27-23 loss at LSU, Malzahn admitted to not having much conversation with Jacobs . . . said he had little to no concerns about his job security.

“The only thing I’m worried about is beating Arkansas and coming back and getting healed up for a week and try to finish this thing with the goals that we started to,” Malzahn said on Oct. 17. “We've got great fans, and our fans are very passionate. Our fans want to win championships, and they should. Any time you blow a 20-point lead on the road, they should be frustrated. And I'm frustrated also.”

I married into the Auburn family. I'm telling you the fans are as passionate as I've ever seen. They pack the house. For big games lousy seats will cost $300. I went to the Louisiana Monroe game last year which was a sellout.

It is the loudest place that I have ever been. Fans go to the Tiger walk and party all game long until the end. Players want to go there. 4 and 5 star players want to go there regardless of who the coach is. The tradition is strong. The reason for the criticism for Gus is the Auburn fan base knows football and they know they have the talent. THAT is why he was on the hot seat. No reason for him not to win.

No different than any big time SEC program. Tough ticket when they are winning. Otherwise tickets are easily had at face value. And AU didn't have a QB last year, so they didn't have the 'talent'.

And beat Arkansas worse than this year. 108 points in 2 years ain't just coaching.

Before Bielema, Auburn only led the series 11-10 so it's been a pretty competitive head-to-head between the two. They've obviously done a lot better overall though.

Lol

This thinking is why you can prepare for decades of disappointment. Little 6 is not Big 6