“Last year, we instilled hope. But this year, we got to go do it.” Deion said just the other day on Undisputed, a talk show focused on the sporting life. He said this about his team’s chances to go to the show this upcoming season. He said it, he believes it, he is not wrong. I believe the worst aspect of the Buffs last year was the line–on both sides of the ball. Agreed they had coaching snafus and clock management issues that were magnified by the losses, but this is a team that had most of their losses come at a 1 score margin. They could’ve easily been a bowl team and now with a solidified line –on both sides of the rock–they have a shot to be and do much more. The QB talent is there. The WR and secondary talent is there. The LBs will look a ton better with an upgraded line. The kicking game is only growing. This is about to be a complete team. They just need to hire a DC to lock down a scheme that fits the talent. I’m waiting on that. I’m checking back daily in the hopes it happens and it is someone who brings that smoke. Coach Prime promised an NFL level talent. I’m waiting to see what he puts in front of these player to get them to be the dogs they can be. Then, I am hoping and wishing that my own kid can transfer over there next year and join the conversation. Hell, red shirt the kid if you want to–he’s only 16 and will be a D1 FCS starter at 17, so he has plenty of time to get right.
Super Bowl Thoughts:
- I’m not pleased. I cheered Mahomes on last time and the few times before that, mostly. This time I wanted Lamar to get his. I expected the Niner’s to be there, but the way Purdy is being heralded as the second coming of Brady, I’m no longer a fan of the situation. So I don’t really much want either team to win. On the bright side that means I can focus on creating a great party atmosphere (making this snack tray!) and not feel any specific way other than wanting it to be a good game.
- I also started to remember all the really good songs Usher has put out, so I am a bit hyped for that show too.