Proud Tenn/ESPN alum...UTK faculty member...SI.com CFB podcaster...author of golf novel ``All Carry,'' (Crown Publishing). Please buy. Saving up for yacht.
Joined November 2010
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A thousand thanks to all those who serve/served in our military. On Veteran's Day I think of my mom, who was an Air Force lieutenant and served in Japan, and my dad--an Air Force lieutenant colonel who served in two wars. Flag flying for all today.
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I don't get the outrage over big swings in the rankings last night. It was inevitable after having seven ranked matchups last week and an opportunity to reset and reevaluate everything. And the same thing will happen next week. And the two weeks after that.
Fair enough--some form of bias exists in all of us. But if you think Dantonio, Tedford, Williams, Maisel, Harlan, Dannen--or any of the committee members--make their rankings decisions based on what Rece, Booger, Heather, Finebaum, Joel Klatt at Fox, etc., have to say, then I respectfully disagree with you. I guess I have more faith in the integrity of the committee than others do. As for committee makeup--and check my math--but I believe only 2 of the 8 CFP chairpersons were/are sitting SEC ADs at the time. And this year's committee has representation across a wide variety of conferences. And as much as I believe in the persuasive powers of the great Rece Davis, he has not yet perfected the committee mind meld just yet.
Ferentz and his Hawkeyes teams are the workers bees of the Big Ten. There's a standard, and Ferentz helped set it. And don't look now, but Iowa has positioned itself for a run at the CFP...
“If humility is a virtue, Ferentz is the all-time leader in that too.”
@genowoj takes a look at @HawkeyeFootball legend Kirk Ferentz’s path to becoming the B1G’s all time wins leader 👇
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Pat Summitt is going on a U.S. postage stamp. 🧡
The United States Postal Service announced that Pat will be honored with her own stamp in 2027.
During her 38 seasons at Tennessee, she won 1,098 games and eight national championships. She also helped change the way women’s basketball was viewed in this country and raised the standard for how female athletes should be supported.
The stamp features a portrait of Pat created by artist Roberto Parada and was designed by USPS art director Ethel Kessler.
There is something really special about knowing her face will soon be carried on letters sent across the country. Pat spent her life investing in people, and this stamp will be another way her story continues to reach them.
She always said, “You win in life with people.” This honor feels like a beautiful reflection of just how many people she reached.
We could not be more proud to see Coach Summitt honored in this way. 🧡
#PatSummitt #LadyVols #WomensBasketball #SummittMindset
Exactly. I know it's a convenient narrative for some, but time to give up the ghost on the ESPN conspiracy theories. The CFP committee is responsible for the rankings. End of story.
Jeff Purinton is a trust-the-Process guy who has worked at every level of college athletics. And yes, an FSU alum who understands the DNA of that university and football program--which is no small thing. A terrific hire, but a difficult gig...
Couple things about this Florida State hire, now official: As much of a slam dunk as an AD hire can be.
Significant FSU ties.
Significant Alabama/Saban ties.
Has also been working outside campus at Learfield so significant experience in outside rev-growth. nytimes.com/athletic/7767641…
The nice people at Crown Publishing are offering a one-day special on ALL CARRY. Just in case you're in a golf kind of mood...
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UCLA is 9-0. The Chesney house part tonight should be epic. bit.ly/4BZU802
There are so many worthy charities, but hope you consider ChadTough. Such a moving story by @JenLada and @OCKillah12 . The Carr’s are an amazing family.
A huge thank you to @CollegeGameDay for sharing Chad’s story and highlighting the impact he had on his big brother, CJ.
Chad loved going against the grain in the best way possible, and we know he would love seeing CJ chart his own path at Notre Dame.
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When @lindseyvonn talks about skiing again as she approaches yet another (and hopefully last) surgery, it feels life-affirming. We crash...we rise...@TheAthletic
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The one where we discuss The Greatest CFB Saturday Ever, whine slightly about CFP ranking No. 1, roll eyes at conspiracy theorists, talk FSU, pick games (in my case, lose games). And then there's something about a goat in the UK...
🚨🏈 New pod: @genowoj and I preview the Best Saturday Ever, diving in on seven huge games. Also: CFP ranking reaction; FSU job; coaches espousing TV conspiracy theories; kickoff time complaints; game picks. And a Scottish drug lamb. youtu.be/dJ_FsSiw4kA
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The one where we discuss The Greatest CFB Saturday Ever, whine slightly about CFP ranking No. 1, roll eyes at conspiracy theorists, talk FSU, pick games (in my case, lose games). And then there's something about a goat in the UK...
Apple audio link: tinyurl.com/3k7y4rkz
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The best 🫶
#WeAre
"Rather than step away during her treatments, she stepped forward—and her Penn State players stepped up."
@genowoj revisits @PennStateVBALL's run to the 2024 @bigten and @NCAAVolleyball titles following Katie Schumacher-Cawley's cancer diagnosis.
Hard not to be in awe of what KSC endured during that season. And hard not to be moved by the support and response of her Penn State volleyball team...
"Rather than step away during her treatments, she stepped forward—and her Penn State players stepped up."
@genowoj revisits @PennStateVBALL's run to the 2024 @bigten and @NCAAVolleyball titles following Katie Schumacher-Cawley's cancer diagnosis.
A tender, heartfelt homage. Just beautiful...
Lots of emotions for me on the marathon course yesterday, especially at one spot near Sloan Kettering. @TheAthletic
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What, no more threats to go to Indiana? Perhaps Iowa, Nebraska, Vermont?
The Bears are reportedly close to a deal to stay in Illinois. nbcsports.com/nfl/profootbal…
Had to go full Brewers wardrobe for pod. Sorry.
🚨🏈 New pod: The shrinking QB pool of 2026. A whopper coaching carousel domino theory. Cody Campbell and Pat McAfee -- "polarizing figures" who aren't handling the smoke. First look at CFP rankings storylines. Game picks. Stolen airport tug. @genowoj youtu.be/v_c5BMfTTPY
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The one where I break CFB protocol and wear Brewers gear for pod. Sorry, couldn't be helped. @ByPatForde and I discuss QB downfalls, Forde-inspired scenario that begins in Waco, CFP questions, newsmakers and picks.
Apple: tinyurl.com/2rjvec3k
Spotify: tinyurl.com/yedn2u3m
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