Writing the Pine

Young and the Rest(less)

- #1 Alabama v. #2 Texas – not taking anything away from the other undefeated teams (TCU, Cincinnati) I think the BCS did get it right by pitting these two teams against each other.  I know I can’t wait for the Shipley/Arenas matchup on the outside. Interesting fact: Other than LSU’s Justin Vincent in 2004, no [...]

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UM vs OSU Part III – In Defense of RichRod, (Still) In Defense of Lloyd

These days we’ve been reading a lot about the uncertainty of Michigan’s current coach, Rich Rodriguez. We hear all these rumors, such as yesterday’s ridiculous statement by Michael Wilbon in which he said RichRod is done at Michigan. The pending NCAA investigation, along with the recent news that no workout logs was published, has [...]

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UM vs OSU Part II – HOW ABSOLUTELY DARE YOU JUSTIN BOREN

I’ve waited about two years to write this article, so bear with me if I go on and on about my hatred for such a traitor. Your father played football under Bo in the 60’s.  You grew up a Michigan fan while living in enemy territory, and you committed to play for the University of Michigan. [...]

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