Weekend Open Thread
by BSD on Apr 25, 2009 10:36 AM EDT
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PrintLots of stuff going on today with the Blue White game and the NFL draft. Here is an open thread to discuss.
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May want to follow JayPa's twitter today
He’ll be tweeting during the game. You can even give a play call suggestion if you like. Too bad he says he won’t be doing it during the fall.
Mike
Black Shoe Diaries
Jay is the breakout star of the offseason.
And I’m not sure how to react anymore.
"Never. We would never shoot nuclear weapons at Decepticons." -- Gen. Jack Jacobs
by Run Up The Score on Apr 25, 2009 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions
Jay almost makes me want to get a Twitter account.
But I must resist.
Kath?
by psuphiman80 on Apr 25, 2009 11:08 AM EDT up reply actions
Be strong!!
I have had moments of weakness too…sigh is 23 too young to be a technology curmudgeon?
"Even though it was bouncing, I knew it was so soft that it was just going to stay in," Battle said. "Then I ran around like a lunatic."
I'm happy w/ facebook
That is as far as I will ever go I think. No MySpace, no Twitter. Just me keeping in touch and making fun of my friends without being in the room with them.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I put in a request
mhubbell @JayPaterno The guys at Black Shoe Diaries would appreciate it if you could manage to get Zug a TD. THX!!!!
Mike
Black Shoe Diaries
IT MATTERS.
"Never. We would never shoot nuclear weapons at Decepticons." -- Gen. Jack Jacobs
by Run Up The Score on Apr 25, 2009 10:47 AM EDT reply actions
This is the most frustrating thing ever.
Does anyone have a link to a web stream of the, either video or even just audio. GoPSUsports is the crappiest laid out website.
Do any of the radio affiliates stream their boardcasts?
Don't know, but here's your list.
2009 Blue-White Game Affiliates
Pennsylvania
WVAM-AM (1430) Altoona
WILK-FM (103.1) Avoca
WBFD-AM (1310) Bedford
WCPA-AM (900) Clearfield
WPSE-AM (1450) Erie
WTKT-AM (1460) Harrisburg
WKZN-AM (1300) Hazleton
WLPA-AM (1490) Lancaster
WNPV-AM (1440) Lansdale
WLBR-AM (1270) Lebanon
WSNU-FM (92.1) Lock Haven
WNTP-AM (990) Philadelphia
ESPN Radio (1250) Pittsburgh (Tape Delay)
WPPA-AM (1360) Pottsville
WBZU-AM (910) Scranton
WMAJ-AM (1450) State College
WBUS-FM (93.7) State College
WKOK-AM (1070) Sunbury
WHGL-FM (100.3) Troy/Canton
WTRN-AM (1340) Tyrone
WRAK-AM (1400) Williamsport
WRKK-AM (1200) Williamsport/Hughesville
WILK-AM (980) Wilkes-Barre
New Jersey
WVNJ-AM (1160) Teaneck/North Jersey Metro
New York
WHGL-FM (102.9) Elmira
WVNJ-AM (1160) New York
"Never. We would never shoot nuclear weapons at Decepticons." -- Gen. Jack Jacobs
by Run Up The Score on Apr 25, 2009 11:35 AM EDT up reply actions
searching the list
i’ve been searching semi-randomly for websites of those radiostation. It looks like WHGL-FM (102.9) Elmira
WVNJ-AM (1160) New York at least stream live, but they have no mention of the Blue White game on the website, so i’ll just have to wait and see.
BSD Mike...
I agree with your statement earlier this week – in that Beachum should have a grand opportunity to showcase his talents today…and i too hope he does.
I have a hunch that he has BOTH “Thunder AND Lightning” abilities under that #25 uniform…i really do.
If this hunch proves true, imagine having him behind Royster (when ‘Rolls is taking a breather) and he gets the ball…OR he’s lining-up…the opposing D’s have no clue to key and him OR Speedy Green…because they are BOTH fresh…
-that’s one ’heck-of-a" head scratcher for defensive coordinators…let alone the defensive players on the field…
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
I am pretty sure your correct
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
by BlueWhiteLife on Apr 25, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions
While not a RB
you can’t go wrong with a Deon Butler #. Maybe he will deliver the next badass pep speech…
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
"Somehow"...
i overlooked that issue…
I’m NOT 100% on this (not a Dr, & did NOT "stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night)…but, I have recovered from an ACL/MCL/&meniscus surgery (all in one shot) and now that a knee / ligament type surgery has the propensity to slow your “times” down permanently / not get that original burst back…BUT Green’s ankle surgery “might” only slow him down a touch ( and only for now ). I doubt he will see his ‘new’ full speed until Oct/Nov…IMO…
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
big ten network
why the hell are they only streaming ohio state’s game?
I saw them in HV today
They were here for a women’s softball game. I shit you not (and no offense intended to ladies sports). So I don’t know if it was even filmed, but it sure as hell wasn’t B10, unless someone else taped it and they’re just going to run that from a diff. network. IDK
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
does anyone
have the link for the audio feed at least?
We are not normal...WE are Legends...We are PENN STATE!
by hawaiipennstatefan on Apr 25, 2009 1:53 PM EDT reply actions
THe last radio station that Mike listed has their audio stream on the website
Black Shoes.
Basic Blues.
No Name.
All Game.
Yeah,
…awesome…good radio quality too…listening from Charlotte!
Thanks for the like Mike/guys!
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
by BlueWhiteLife on Apr 25, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions
"link"
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
by BlueWhiteLife on Apr 25, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I wish I could have heard Joe on the radio
Unfortunately, I also enjoy watching the BW game in person w/o a radio. Do you think they’ll record it? There’s got to be some Paterno gems in that commentary.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
oh there was
I was almost as excited to leave the stadium and listen to Joe on the radio as I was to actually go into the stadium. he did not disappoint.
I love his “who was that?” “uh, he’s not very good” kind of comments
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
They really need a podcast for things like that
anyone seen one?
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions
ZUG!!!
We are not normal...WE are Legends...We are PENN STATE!
by hawaiipennstatefan on Apr 25, 2009 2:13 PM EDT reply actions
why is BTN showing Ohio State game and not PSU
They are showing Ohio State’s spring game today and not ours
womans softball on right now Purdue vs PSU
Gotta love how they hate on us...
We won the damn conference and they still can’t give us any respect… Just like the media douchebags.
Well, I finally found the game at the end of the 1st Qtr
I guess CBS All-Access is the only online video stream of the game and you have to pay $9.95 for it. Anyone find another way to watch the game online for free?
What did I miss while I was frantically trying to find the game on the radio?
Sounds like...
Newsome is doing alright…
"...I got mad, saw a picture of you, and I kicked it..." (JoePa during a 2008 presser)
IMO
He looked awesome today. He can throw beautifully on the run, and scrambled to avoid the sack (from Jack Crawford no less) multiple times. I realize he may have been facing 2nd/3rd string (although like I mentioned, I think they gave him a few series with 1st team, b/c I saw Crawford almost sack him), but he looked great. HIs arm strength, even on the run, is what impressed me the most. He threw a bomb to a reciever (who dropped the pass, which was not Newsomes fault), while on the run, for what seemed like at least 40 yds. With a little polishing, he’s going to be a star (assuming PJ Jones doesn’t beat him out for the spot).
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I think 7-7
also does this make Newsome #2 on the depthchart cuz he got the start? or McGloin cuz he’s getting reps with the first team?
are you watching or listening?
I’m listening off a webstream and seems like i’m a few seconds behind.
ZUG-two catches for 40 some yards and a TD-
All HAIL the Zug
We are not normal...WE are Legends...We are PENN STATE!
by hawaiipennstatefan on Apr 25, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Sooo many good looking girls out...
He probably told the coaches he was done and went to holla at some females…
Yeah, he’s got that type of an influence on the field.
I was out in the trenches, which enables me to paint such a powerful picture, like Apocalypse Now.-Cormega
as a southwest pa guy
looking forward to seeing more of yancinch(sp?)
Because it's a Bowl Game!!
-My wife when asked why she didn't tell me she was having contractions Jan. 1 2007
I think so
Especially for Buffalo, with how desperate they were for pass rushing help. I still think Maybin should’ve stayed at PSU another year to develop, but hey, it’s hard to pass up being projected as a possible top-10 pick.
Let's Go State!
by Gopher Broke on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Not to mention
He gets to play with Poz! PSU is representing quite well in Buff.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions
anyone considering becoming a buffalo fan?
yeah I think I might be swinging that way. they haven’t won anything, so you know you’re not going to be called a bandwagon, and they seem to be a hard-nose football kind of team.
I am no longer an Eagles fan since they cut Hunt, and I’d love to see 2 PSU kids starting on defense. If they pick up Odrick or Lee next year we’d have a good start on this decade’s PSU all star team.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
AND
the Eagles drafted McCoy (I don’t think I need to mention where he got his pseudo-education). This is why when asked what my favorite pro teams are, I say “I don’t have one, I’m only a PSU fan”. But the bills are moving up there now that they’ve got two of my favorite PSU defensive players on the roster.
And I was as pissed as you were when the Eagles cut Hunt, and despite being from Philly, they lost some major points in my book for that. Speaking of which, has anyone heard any news about him? I would feel extremely sad if he’s not being given the chance to do what he loves. He’s one of those PSU players who gave so much on every down and played with so much heart, that they never disappoint. His post-Outback bowl interview is a perfect example.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I haven’t heard anything, but it’s a real shame…
I know some people may jump all over me for this, but I think Andy Reid is a joke. The way he abandons the run game and makes McNabb drop back 40 times a game is hilarious. It’s like he thinks he’s playing PS3.
I’m sorry Tony got stuck with a coach who doesn’t believe in a run game. Likewise I’m quite pleased McCoy could have his career ruined for the same reason.
Ok Eagles fans, I’m sorry.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
Yeah
I feel like Hunt was named their starting fullback and then was cut a week later, it sure seemed that way. He may not have done anything spectacular, but unles he was a big disappointment in practice, I mean he wasn’t given much oppurtunity in game situations. A 3rd round pick is a guy that you hope will be able to contribute, it is just sad.
Black Shoes.
Basic Blues.
No Name.
All Game.
Hunt Sucked
As a guy who was thrilled when his fav pro team picked a guy from his fav college team, I can safely say the only thing disappointing was that Hunt clearly didn’t have NFL talent. Not quite big enough to be a bruiser and way too slow to be a gamebreaker.
I think the level of interest he’s shown from other NFL teams since he was cut should be enough of an indication of who is to blame.
I don't know how you can form that opinion
since Tony was barely used by the Eagles at all. When McNabb isn’t throwing, they’ve got Westbrook and Buckhalter to run, so when really was he going to get any reps? Maybe he didn’t have the size or speed to be replace the 1st or 2nd string guys in the Eagles’ descent running game, but the few times I think they actually put him in I don’t think is a fair judge of what he’s capable of.
And please provide any links where Hunt says he has no interest in playing for another NFL team. I haven’t found one article on what he’s doing currently, and really do want to know what he’s doing now. I think you’re making a HUGE assumption saying that Hunt is to blame for his lack of an NFL career. The heart and determination he showed as a PSU player really does not sound like the person you’re describing as showing a low level of interest in pursuing an NFL career, just because he got cut from a team that barely used him.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 26, 2009 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
you're misunderstanding
jdgordo was saying that Hunt is receiving low interest FROM other teams, not that hunt wasn’t interested. Also it is better not to blame anyone. You can hardly blame the Eagles for not giving their 3rd RB game time reps, if he doesn’t go out in practice and have the talent to take them. And it’s not fair to really blame Tony, that would be like blaming anyone here for not being in the NFL. Hunt didn’t fit with the Eagles, does that mean he wont anywhere else? No, but it doesn’t seem to appear that other GM’s are lining up to get Hunt cuz they think he’ll fit with them either.
I was also quite disappointed that the Eagles cut Hunt
since it never seemed like they gave him a chance. To be honest he didn’t really fit into the system, since Andy Reid just likes to pass a million times, and while Hunt is good at catching the ball, maybe he either wasn’t good enough (or maybe they just didn’t give him the opportunity). He seemed big and strong and fast enough to be a good RB on a running team, though (even if he was just a backup). Ah well.
by The JuggerNitt on Apr 26, 2009 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Chris Carter on espn news
“Want a donut go to dunkin donuts, want a linebacker go to Penn State.”
favorite quote of the day.
Vikes
I’d LOVE to see the Vikings draft either Derrick Williams or Deon Butler tomorrow. Or heck, even Norwood in the late rounds. We need playmakers on offense in the worst way, to take defensive attention away from Adrian Peterson. If Harvin can stay off the ganja, he could be key, but I’d love to see them get another exciting offensive player like D-Will.
Let's Go State!
by Gopher Broke on Apr 25, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Vikes fans represent!
Unfortunately I doubt they draft D-Will who I think is seen in the same type of role as Harvin, Id love Butler or Norwood, I thin we signed Jimmy Kennedy last year, but I dunno if hes still there, but I need more PSU in Minnesota.
Indeed if Harvin can get his shit together i think it could be great, a nice pistol formation with AP and Harvin would be deadly.
Black Shoes.
Basic Blues.
No Name.
All Game.
I'll add to the Vikes fandom...
but only by birth in the state so Minnesota. I cant exactly claim to be a serious NFl fan, because to be honest by Sunday I’m all footballed out and just don’t care that much to watch another 24 hours and 6 days of recap shows. Go Vikes if given the choice among the NFL teams, but ehhhh…either way i guess as long as PSU represents well on Saturday. I would be a much bigger fan if there was a PSU flavor to the roster next season.
"Even though it was bouncing, I knew it was so soft that it was just going to stay in," Battle said. "Then I ran around like a lunatic."
Chris Carter also said once on NFL live
something to the effect of “I went to Ohio State, I don’t know much about tests”
For a former Buckeye, he’s alright.
Black Shoes.
Basic Blues.
No Name.
All Game.
Paul Jones: Breaking News
I was on fightonstate.com, and there is “monumental news” about Paul Jones, anyone know what it is?
by GoingDeep on Apr 25, 2009 5:42 PM EDT reply actions
Someone said...
he just reaffirmed his committment. I don’t actually know, thats just the scuttlebutt going around.
I was out in the trenches, which enables me to paint such a powerful picture, like Apocalypse Now.-Cormega
Hmmmm
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
by ReadingRambler on Apr 25, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Did anyone just see Herm Edwards throw out an awkward analogy comparing Percy Harvin to a car or something?
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
Yeah I heard that
And I still have no idea what he was trying to communicate
Let's Go State!
by Gopher Broke on Apr 25, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions
was it a Rambler?
'People are about as happy as they decide they want to be'
by Pete the Streak on Apr 26, 2009 10:01 AM EDT up reply actions
Your joke is a failure!
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
by ReadingRambler on Apr 26, 2009 10:17 AM EDT up reply actions
A few thoughts, just got back from the game.
Newsome reminds me of robinson more than Clark. He made some good pass rushers miss with ease and heaved a couple of balls way down field. Zug, Moye, and Brackett are going to be a good trio. The height got them a few passes over defenders and stretched the field which was good to see. I think Scerba and Quarless will both be used quite a bit this year, but I thought that after last years BW also.
Beachum is small and was not too impressive to my eyes, but Chaz Powell is bigger and looked good, not Dwill good though because he just didn’t show the burst we got used to seeing with Dwill.
The crowd was a bit apathetic, I think our brains were all just baked. There was not a WE ARE exchange in the first half (I left then because kids were too hot). The place was Packed though, at one point it was basically full except for the upper decks.
I will submit some photos but those are just a few quick impressions.
They don’t have the tradition to hold our nuts
a few pictures
Clark, fist pump, oh yeah
It got to be basically standing room only at one point
The soul of the team
Three PSU fans (although they wanted to leave after 5 minutes)
They don’t have the tradition to hold our nuts
do you have a higher resolution of the 2nd picture? I think I’m in it, but it’s like a ’where’s waldo’ thing that’d be fun for me.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
No, sorry. I brought my crappy but small camera today.
They don’t have the tradition to hold our nuts
A higher resolution?
Unless you were dancing naked in the stands, I don’t think anything besides a telescope could pick you out of that 2nd pick.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions
I hoped you were talking about the 4th picture personally.
Those Co-eds to the left are inviting.
"Even though it was bouncing, I knew it was so soft that it was just going to stay in," Battle said. "Then I ran around like a lunatic."
lol at the Clay Matthews highlight video
OMG HE CAN SACK THE QB WHEN HE’S UNBLOCKED
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
Maualuga goes to Cincy in the 2nd
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
by ReadingRambler on Apr 25, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
awww
Should I be sad? Poor thing must be in tears over being such a failure for not going in the first round like EVERYONE predicted the USC LBs would go
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Just Got Back
Convinced college girls today are hotter than college girls 2001-2005.
And I think I watched part of the game, too.
Sigh. To do it all over again. :)
ALL HAIL
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
by ReadingRambler on Apr 25, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Cherish this photo, have it framed, or something
Consider yourself, and these other lucky souls blessed that the mere aura that he excretes didn’t vaporize all of you within a 10ft radius.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
by the way
That’s not me getting my picture taken. I’m just some random guy taking pictures with a cell camera.
by PizzaDelivery on Apr 26, 2009 1:46 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, that's reassuring...
The 8th grader looking for the autograph is bigger than Zug.
Good luck with that Graham.
I believe Zug can assume many forms and various heights
It’s probably just the energy he emits messing with your camera. That, or that’s got to be a college student, who could easily be taller than Zug.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions
HE'S STANDING ON ZUG'S PENIS
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
by millzners on Apr 25, 2009 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
congrats to him
it has been recently reported that the man in the pic with ZUG is now pregnant with sextuplets /all super-human testosterone filled men not boys
Because it's a Bowl Game!!
-My wife when asked why she didn't tell me she was having contractions Jan. 1 2007
notes
1. it was beautiful, best B&W weather evar
2. no parking notes, b/c i was under a tree off hastings all day and i didn’t see a single parking attendent.
3. the game was boring as shit, and i spilled my beer in stands so I got thirsty and left in the 2nd quarter
5. i got my ass handed to me at baggo by my cousin who’s never played
4. did I mention the weather was beautiful? Even as the sun set there was a warm breeze
6. Clark is going to be damn good this year, 10/13 120 yards
7. The slow wave in the stadium cracked me up
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
It was a great day
Yeah, it got a little boring at the end, but the first half was entertaining, especially seeing Clark and Newsome looking great.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions
I love the numerical ordering of the list milzners...
way to set those priorities.
"Even though it was bouncing, I knew it was so soft that it was just going to stay in," Battle said. "Then I ran around like a lunatic."
Just so we're clear
Maybin – 1st round, 11th overall
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Lauren – 2nd round, 35 overall
because diving into piles may win you awards and media attention, but it isn’t going to fool an NFL team into wasting a draft pick on another over-rated OSU LB.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
haha
I thought the same exact thing. Every talking head I heard had him as a first rounder. I believe this is called karma (granted its only the second round and still respectable, but this is payback for every Pile-jump they gave him a solo tackle for.
Even Wells barely made it out of the first round.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 25, 2009 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions
didn’t get to watch, but too bad there was no uncomfortable “brady quinn sweating and waiting to get picked” footage of laurie
that was kinda like Hoyer, though
musta sucked to be him, having a camera crew on him the whole time while watching the draft, and not getting picked at all (though he did sign with the Patriots)
by The JuggerNitt on Apr 27, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions
anyone going to do a write up for the b/w game?
"Want a donut go to dunkin donuts, want a linebacker go to Penn State." - Chris Carter
Again, keeping the context of what string defense they were playing in mind
But was anyone as impressed with Little Red as I was? He was making some great throws, even on the run. Not to mention, he also was taking it himself successfully.
Even the other two QBs I had never heard of (John Kelly and Shane McGregor) looked really impressive both throwing and on the keepers. I don’t remember which one it was, but when their squad was down at about the two yd line of the south endzone, one of them swept out, and got leveled by three defensemen at the one, then jumped right up.
QB's
Maybe it’s just me, but I though McGloin looked sharper than Newsome. Not that Newsome was bad… it just seemed like he needs a bit more work. I’m particularly referring to his “Pryor syndrome,” a horrible disease where you look for your first target and, noticing he’s covered, you bolt toward the sidelines.
To be fair though, all the QB’s were flushed out of the pocket nearly every play. That defensive front looks… just plain scary.
by smashtheguitar on Apr 26, 2009 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions
At times, yeah I'd agree, but again, I'm can't remember which defenses they were playing against
but the fact that we’re having this discussion where two backups are being described as looking sharp and looking fantastic in the spring game is extremely reassuring to me.
Don't get too excited
All QB’s look good in the BW game. The defense is very basic with no blitzing.
Mike
Black Shoe Diaries
Yeah I know
Even w/o the blitzes, he showed he has quite an arm. And like I said in the comment above, I realize he may have been playing against 2nd/3rd string D, although they did switch in a few starters here and there occasionally. But his throws were accurate under pressure, and he wasn’t afraid to take it himself if he had an opening, or afraid to take a hit either.
Either way, my point was I was impressed with his skills for a walk-on QB, not so much that I think he’s going to be a starter or anything.
Some photos
Austin Scott roams the bleachers:
A bunch of incoming freshmen were sitting there behind the team, including this fella here, Justin Brown:
by smashtheguitar on Apr 26, 2009 12:25 AM EDT reply actions
Austin Scott
First, I’m surprised to see him back in State College after everything that happened.
Second, is the fist shown in the picture with him attempting to fist pound him, or punch him in the face for fumbling so many goddamn balls when he and #14 decided to have a contest in 2007 to see who could suck the most? (#14 won by default btw)
Injuries
Because this wasn’t mentioned earlier:
“Brackett, defensive end Pete Massaro and tackle Ako Poti all left the game with injuries, but the extent of each was unknown.”
http://www.collegian.psu.edu/archive/2009/04/25/bluewhite_game_draws_record_cr.aspx
by smashtheguitar on Apr 26, 2009 12:35 AM EDT reply actions
yeah that was not good
Massaro and Poti both left with leg injuries, Massaro looked like a knee injury maybe. What did Brackett have?
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
I've heard it mentioned
that Brackett had a separated shoulder. Someone said they talked to him and he said he should be fine. I really hope he is, because behind Zug (of course) he looked like our best receiver out there.
by PizzaDelivery on Apr 26, 2009 1:48 AM EDT up reply actions
I thought Moye looked pretty good too
Powell probably would have looked a little better if they had stopped trying to turn him into DWill Jr.
D-Will
to the Lions, 3rd round, pick 82
I blame Iowa.
uh
Well… I mean hopefully they can get better. But that’s a terrible program to have to go play for. I hope they turn it around.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
Anyone see any strange coincidence in this?
DWill is recruited by a struggling program (granted under different circumstances, and I think our Dark Years teams may have been able to beat the Lions of last year), where he may see some good playing time.
Anyway, I wish him the best, and hope he doesn’t end up a Tony Hunt.
I think that might be a bit extreme
The Lions may still suck next year, but maybe that means he gets some significant playing time
should be put to good use
Detroit can use him at lot right away.
Williams doesn’t have outstanding size but he does possess impressive athleticism. He displays a quick burst off the line of scrimmage and reaches top-end speed in an instant. He also brings strong versatility to contribute on special teams as a return man. espn.com
over/under on Butler?
I’ll say 4th round overall pick 114
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
i say
shipley or cadogan go before butler, maybe both.
although teams are picking wideouts like it’s going out of style
Nice prediction
Why don’t you throw Maurice Evans in there too just to make you look really smart.
by NittanyBadger on Apr 26, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions
OH, AND BY THE WAY.
Upload your photos from the game here so we can do something with them this week on the blog.
Black Shoe Diaries
I BLAME IOWA.
Norwood
When does he come off the board? I’m saying round 5.
Eh
I hope I’m wrong in this regard, but I don’t think that Norwood is going to get drafted at all. I think that teams view him as being way too small. I’d like to eat my words, but still.
by Bob Sacamano on Apr 26, 2009 12:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Bulter in the 3rd round
looks like i was way off with my 5th round prediction.
Seattle replacing Bobby Engram with Butler =)
Wow
Butler at 91 overall. That’s incredible — who would have thought an under-sized walk-on WR would go that early in the NFL draft. He must have really impressed some people in the combines and his workouts…
I think it goes without saying, Butler was something very special and he was incredible under-rated while playing at PSU. His speed and route-running and leadership will be missed.
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
This makes me happy!
My ’Hawks lost Bobby Engram, but pick up Butler. And a few years ago we had Jurevicius. The Seahawks clearly love PSU wideouts.
Do I know what rhetorical means?
I’m not sure that’s fair to King — who got a 4th round pick (I believe) and looked like he may have gotten time on the field this season in some packages until his season-ending injury.
I would be absolutely shocked if Evans was drafted sooner that 6th round — he’s done everything wrong so far. I still wish him the best, but Mo’:
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
how many linebackers does USC have in the draft?
Browns just drafted Kaluka Maiava OLB
Highlights of B&W game via JayTweet via B10 Network
"We hugged as grown men do. It was a great moment. Then, it was business as usual." -- LJ Sr.
by millzners on Apr 26, 2009 1:08 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Seriously
Was just going to say something on the matter. What is wrong with that guy??
"We heard all that talk all week about the SEC and their speed, but we knew personally that they weren't nearly as tough as us."
-Tony Hunt
like I know Bill Cosby was pretending to be asleep
but he genuinely seemed out of it.
Also, why would Quan Cosby do a segment basically making fun of him for not being picked yet?
And Erin Andrews is usually a surefire hit, but man, she just seemed really awkward.
by The JuggerNitt on Apr 26, 2009 1:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Big Ten related
Will PJ Hill get drafted? I personally don’t think so.
sup party ppl!
how’s things? Looks like it was a nice day up there yesterday.
Hey, this game is fun too and you can make it fun. --j. odrick
But I’m biased towards tailgating, as you may imagine. -ts
Ignore the accolades – just enjoy the games. -bb&w
Caps, baby!
Crushin the damn rangers. Our rookie russian goaltender turns 21 tomorrow. I should buy him a beer.
Hey, this game is fun too and you can make it fun. --j. odrick
But I’m biased towards tailgating, as you may imagine. -ts
Ignore the accolades – just enjoy the games. -bb&w
just tuned in to draft coverage
(freakin caps gave up two 5-3 power plays in the 3rd period to destroy Varlamov’s gaa, but still game 7 Tues night)
So, what do we think of this wwl set? Kolber, Dilfer, Carter, Jackson?
Hey, this game is fun too and you can make it fun. --j. odrick
But I’m biased towards tailgating, as you may imagine. -ts
Ignore the accolades – just enjoy the games. -bb&w
Shipley
We’re in the 7th round, and AQ hasn’t been taken yet. I think somebody is going to get a steal with that kid. I realize he’s supposedly undersized for the NFL, but he manhandled everyone he went against…including several guys who were drafted on the first day.
Luring recruits with my new "Posting HD" scheme since '08.
If there is one thing the draft is good at
it’s over-reacting to size. I figured this might happen to AQ and Norwood, although both will get shots even if they aren’t drafted.
i always thought AQ would do really well in Pitt
so i really love this pick!
"You can park wherever you want!" BWW09
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whasdfasgdg1!!!!!!!
VICTORY DANCE!
DOO DOO DOOO DOOO DOOO!
WOOOO WOOOOOOO!
Have a "great HD day!" - Jay Paterno
by ReadingRambler on Apr 26, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions
shipley to the steelers
the one move i’ve been waiting all day for and there it is all those rituallistic goat sacrifices to zug paid off, ALL HAIL!!!!
Because it's a Bowl Game!!
-My wife when asked why she didn't tell me she was having contractions Jan. 1 2007
A Penn Stater heads to Pittsburgh
Somewhere Wannstedt’s mustache is smiling…his plan is starting to work…and it all started with AQ Shipley leaving Happy Valley to play on a Pittsburgh based football team.
Good work Panthers….good work. Progress.
Evans
This may be proof Maurice Evans is an idiot or advised by idiots.
I blame Iowa.
Evans
too bad he didn’t have the extra year left he would have made an excellent blue hen
Because it's a Bowl Game!!
-My wife when asked why she didn't tell me she was having contractions Jan. 1 2007
one more pick
please don’t make evans a bonehead?
I blame Iowa.
USC.......
11 picks out in the first 189.
Eric Watters Atlanta, Ga.
"If you hear Ric Flair is in town......WOOOOO........you KNOW things are takin' place".
Ric Flair
mostly on defense
if I’m remembering right.
Best ever? I think we should do some type of long drawn out debate here at BSD where we compare them to every defense ever and conclude something even though that type of subjective comparison is impossibly pointless.
What will really be telling about that program.......
is when they lose 11 guys to the NFL and start a first year starter at QB and still end up in the top 10 at the end of the year. Sick.
Eric Watters Atlanta, Ga.
"If you hear Ric Flair is in town......WOOOOO........you KNOW things are takin' place".
Ric Flair
Let us hope
That karma bites them in their egotistical, arrogant, unsportsmanlike asses.
by dawsonPSU10 on Apr 26, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Of course.......
if PA had 37 million people and only 1 program that played football (well I guess that’s half right), I imagine PSU would be in the same situation.
Eric Watters Atlanta, Ga.
"If you hear Ric Flair is in town......WOOOOO........you KNOW things are takin' place".
Ric Flair
2 comments
1) Cadogen went undrafted??
2) It’s funny that Mr. Irrelevant was a K this year. Especially one name Succop.
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Just in case no one else heard yet, according to his Facebook, Jordan Norwood is going to sign with Cleveland as a Undrafted Free Agent
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