Comments by baldingalum

Written on Former Florida QB Leak returns as quality control coach:

in response to Orange_Beach:

Hey BiVol they may not make it at the next level but they seem to take care of business when comes to playing UThug.

Will loses his mind on the sidelines because there isn't much of a mind to lose.

And are you kidding me with the "thug" comment? Don't sell your Gators short in this department.

Move along to your own sites. Enjoy the humidity, pastel colored strip malls and mosquitoes.

Written on Lane Kiffin, USC strive for drama-free 2013:

Why in the world is this AP article picked up and run in the Knoxville sports section? Please move on. Let Lane enjoy South Central come what may.

Written on Trae Golden leaving Vols: 'We wish him well':

It has to be grades. It is unfortunate because I too hoped Golden was about to have final, more consistent year. Who will play the point? This is definitely a blow.

Written on Tyler Bray shut out at NFL draft, but Mychal Rivera lands with home-state team:

in response to HaplessVol:

I guess it should come as no surprise, but the continuing idiocy posters on this site - the ones who've never been right about anything, perpetually whine, and enabled the destruction of Tennessee Football - never ceases to amaze me.

One thing should be perfectly clear. Not one iota of Bray being passed over is Bray's fault. That young - very young - man gave his all for Tennesee under the most dysfunctional coaching regime and woeful head coach in UT's history, Dooley - probably the worst coach in the history of the SEC. Now, these same Know Nothings, who worshipped Dooley above all else, want to blame Bray for having to endure the equivalent of a life sentence, laboring under that moron that they had a conniption fit over, and launched into a string of epithets directed at anyone that dared to question even the slightest thing about their true love Dooley's ability. It's both amazing and sickening.

I pointed out for the better part of two years that Bray was not getting a shred of coaching. I noted on numerous occasions that during Bray's frequent time on the injury list Dooley was doing nothing to mentor young Bray and teach him his craft. During games, instead of working with coaches, holding a clipboard, signaling in play calls, Dooley had Bray roaming the back benches, cutting up and clowning like high school reserve on a Friday night. Whose fault was that, between a 40 something year old man making millions and a teenager! Moreover, when I merely made this observation, I was again called names and treated to more of their inane drivel about how their precious Dooley knew exactly what he was doing. This is both sickening and disgraceful, the way these so called fans are now turning on Bray, once again trying to divert attention away from their own culpability in supporting the Dooley debachle.

Still, it won't work, because the proof is here staring these enablers right in the face. Their precious Dooley had a first, second, and third round draft choice in this year's draft. Yet Vanderbilt's James Franklin - the coach these delusionals all claimed wasn't a match for Dooley - had but one fifth rounder and a seventh rounder. That's the same James Franklin who beat Dooley like a rented mule!

Blame Bray? I think not. The blame lies with Dooley and these fools that enabled him here every day. The same fools who still don't care about our program, or else they wouldn't continue to still support another incompetent, Dave Hart, who retained the moron after the 2011 Kentucky game.

This is the best post in a sea of ignorant, ridiculous posts. I can not believe that "fans" would write what they write about a 21 year old. The kid comes across the country to play for a coach who bolts before he arrives. He is coached by a guy who didn't work out. He leaves one year early because most of his wide receiver corps is gone and yet another coach is coming. I'm pretty sure I would have done the same thing. I can also assure you I was extremely immature as a college student at the University of Tennessee.

All of this anger geared toward a kid is disgusting. I thank this poster for posting one of the few smart and kind thoughts.

Written on Tyler Bray shut out at NFL draft, but Mychal Rivera lands with home-state team:

I am completely shocked about Bray. I did not see that one at all. I thought the Steelers were going to take him in the third round. The Steelers really surprised me in the second round too by not taking Eddie Lacy. It's a crazy game on Sundays. Don't count out Bray. His arm strength and size will help him...eventually.

Written on Tennesse's Cordarrelle Patterson picked 29th by Vikings:

in response to suggest_removal_4_all_troll_posts:

CP is pure electricity! A steal!

With practice anyone can learn a pass route or how to block.

He is electric. He will be a great returner and when he gets the ball in his hands he will know what to do with it. That written, running routes in the NFL is extremely complicated. Routes change and/or are broken off based on coverage packages. It's difficult. I do think he will struggle for awhile.

Written on RB Marlin Lane 'absolutely' on track for return to Vols, Butch Jones says:

This is good news for Marlin and for Vol fans. Before "Advent of Alden" I thought he was our top RB. Our backfield is going to be really important this year. We will not be throwing it like we have in the past.

And BTW, how about the incredible job of recruiting Butch Jones is doing? I know he hasn't coached a game yet, but he's selling a program that has been difficult to sell recently.

Written on Poll: What round will Tyler Bray be drafted in?:

What a disappointing string of posts. We're really blaming a kid from the other side of the country who signs with a coach he never plays for. Then spends three years in purgatory with a coach who couldn't save the program? Sorry, he's not the guy to blame.

Bray goes either second or third round to the Pittsburgh Steelers. And write it down, he not only plays, he eventually starts. He had the strongest arm to ever wear orange and that helps on Sundays.

Written on What round will Tyler Bray be drafted in?:

One of the more unappreciated players we have ever had. He comes across the country to go to college. The guy who recruits him bolts. He plays during one of the real low points in school history. He gets too much blame for our losses.

He has a great arm and good height. He will make it. He will start.

Written on Running back Alden Hill caps strong spring with 100-yard game:

in response to nocleats:

You wont see much grind it out with this offense, its not what it does. Very fast snaps, no huddle with very little check offs. This offense gets off the field in a hurry, either by scoring or punting, but slow ball control keeping the defense off the field it is not. Gonna take 3 or 4 recruiting classes to really work like its supposed to.

Disagree. The talent is upfront. The staff knows it. They also know that the passing game is...well, a challenge.

Written on Running back Alden Hill caps strong spring with 100-yard game:

Hill is big - over 220, smart (3.6 GPA) and runs hard. We desperately need a good running back behind that offensive line, which I have to believe will play better than yesterday. Grind it out. Keep the defense off the field and help our QBs develop. Hill is the story this spring. How big a story we won't know until Oregon.

Written on John Adams: For Butch Jones, it's been access supplied during his time at Tennessee:

Let's look ahead not backward. Next year is going to be tough but I am getting more and more excited about Sept 14th against Oregon. We will go into that game 2-0. They have lost their coach and the NCAA scandal that will roll out like a bad onion will definitely hang over them. This will be our first big game, first big showcase on national television. If we can hang in there it will do a world of good for the season and the program.

Written on Michigan into Final Four with victory over Florida:

in response to KENVOL:

Such mixed feelings. It was the last SEC team but is was Florida that took a whooping.

No mixed emotions... The better team, the better coach, the better everything won. AND, Florida lost. This SEC devotion I see on this site is out of hand. I actually root against the SEC. We compete more against Florida in games and students and recruits than Michigan. Wonderful day for Tennessee with Florida getting blown out.

Written on Evan's Eleven: 5-star RB Jalen Hurd's commitment to Tennessee is biggest catch of Butch Jones' tenure:

This is absolutely huge. Truly. Tennessee is at its best when we run the ball. This kid can do just that. Very, very, very exciting!

Written on Cuonzo Martin says Missouri win is biggest so far at UT:

Coach Martin is a great ambassador for the school. He has an incredible personal story and he is committed to doing things the right way. You can't ask for more than that. The university needs to do everything it can to ensure he is happy, comfortable and in Knoxville for a long time.

Written on Vols celebrate 64-62 victory against Missouri on Senior Day:

I agree with commentators. We're IN!

Written on Riley Ferguson embraces Vols' quarterback battle:

The key to this year's quarterback play stands seven yards behind whoever it is. We have to have a running back step up. I fear Neal isn't elusive enough and Lane is a step slow.

Written on John Adams: Losing Jay Graham is more than just losing a running backs coach:

Wow, how the bloggers have fallen. This article is spot on and well-written. Losing Graham is huge on so many levels. You can play Adams for telling the truth all you want but you're embarrassing in doing so.

Written on Tennessee outlasts Texas A&M 93-85 in 4 OTs :

Biggest win in Coach Martin's career. A must win, on the road, very solid opponent. I can not commend Coach Martin and his staff enough. Our guys wanted it more.

Written on Former Tennessee coach Derek Dooley confirms he is going to the Dallas Cowboys :

I wish him well. Oh, no wait I can't. He's gone to Dallas. I loathe them. Nothing pleases me more than seeing their owner just after a defeat.

Written on Former UT safety Dave Bennett dies at 42:

There is absolutely no disease in the world that is more cruel than this one. It is absolutely tragic.

Written on Brent Musburger's ogling of Alabama QB's girlfriend goes viral:

Musburger made me laugh which made me recheck the Mayan calendar.

Written on Mike Strange: Is Notre Dame the cure for SEC Fatigue? :

I no longer buy in to this "root for the conference" garbage. The SEC is established. It's the best on the field in the country. When our beloved Vols get back into the mix they will never have any worry about not getting a shot on the national stage. BUT...because the SEC is by far the worst conference off the field - lowest graduation rate and by far the most scandals, cheating and NCAA infractions, I now pull against it.

All of which is to write, GO NOTRE DAME.

Written on Tennessee's Stokely Athletics Center closing down :

in response to kdaff51:

Auction off seats, hardwood, et?

Yes! Great idea! They would definitely sell. I'd buy.

Written on Poll: Do you believe Butch Jones is the right choice to be UT's coach?:

"Do you believe Butch Jones is the right choice to be UT's coach?"

I don't even care what I believe. What a ridiculous charade of an article and fan babble.

Written on Tennessee's coach search turns to Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy :

NO!!!!! Smarmy radar off the charts. Berating a female reporter and running out on his alma mater. NO!!!!!

Written on Former Vol Bryce Brown's record night can't save Eagles, 30-22:

I couldn't believe how good Brown looked last night. He ran fast and hard, had great moves but what I was amazed by was his vision. How does a guy who played so little at the college level have the ability to see the holes and the next level that well?

Written on Tough to read Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray when it comes to his NFL plans :

in response to orange_eVOLution:

Hunter is the first wide receiver taken WHY? Go do some homework on the rest of the nation's wide receivers in college football. You don't drop the balls he dropped and go as first WR in the draft.

Remains first on ESPN's board

Written on Tough to read Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray when it comes to his NFL plans :

in response to DavidB:

I don't see hunter or Patterson as first round picks this year. Patterson is the most exciting player I have seen in a long time but only when he has the ball. He continues to run the wrong routes. Hunter still needs work and many times is afraid to put his body on the line to make some catches.

Bray could possibly go late in the first round but his maturity level will get him stuck on the practice squad.

All 3 need another year in the weight room and training to learn how to win. None have part of winning big games. They need to announce the next coaching staff before players decide on going to the nfl. This gives them their best chance.

Are you kidding? Hunter is the first wide receiver taken. Why you may ask based on how many drops he had this year and his ability to hand his head early. BUT... He is tall and fast and he explodes out of his cuts. The guy can literally get open with one step.

Written on Tough to read Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray when it comes to his NFL plans :

He will be a very good pro. He is the best pure passer we've had in a long time. He has a strong arm and throws the deep ball well. That written, another year of college would serve him well - raise his stock and get him high in the first round...possibly first.

Written on John Adams: Tennessee still a top-20 job ... especially if the price is right :

in response to GlennFordsFoible:

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Are you kidding me? Every college program has questionable titles. In the case of Tennessee they should have received at least 3 titles during Neyland's run that they didn't. I truly believe they won 6 - maybe just not the 6 posted in the stadium. BTW, visit Notre Dame, Pitt, Minnesota, Alabama, LSU on and on...

Written on John Adams: Tennessee still a top-20 job ... especially if the price is right :

Top 20? Top 10. Most beautiful stadium in the country. Brand new facilities. Devoted fan base. It's in the best conference in college football but not in the DEEP SOUTH - as in Darwin's waiting room. 6 National Championships. Alma mater of the NFL's top quarterback and running back. Devoted fans. It's a great job. Don't undersell KNS.

Written on John Adams: If not a big name, how about a familiar one in David Cutcliffe? :

John,

What's up with the stool softner set? Seriously. I recognize the Rolling Stones are the featured band on Monday Night football, but c'mon man! Are you looking for someone to play shuffleboard with?

Written on As Derek Dooley's future grows more shaky, team still has goal of bowl eligibility :

in response to GloryDays:

Dooley hasn't done anything in 3 years, nothing but destroy a program and yes it would be ridiculous to give him another year. But America is the real dimwit for voting for a guy who has done nothing in 4 years, so he makes excuses and blames his predecessors and smears his opponents. Their are a lot of similarities between these two losers!

Keep your politics OFF THIS SITE!!!!! Shame on you.

Written on As Derek Dooley's future grows more shaky, team still has goal of bowl eligibility :

This might be the biggest hire Tennessee has had since... Maybe ever. Hart has to get this right. I'm encouraged that he will not go with a third-party search committee. He will make the decision and make it internally.

Head coach of a major college football team takes a rare set of skills. I do believe that Dooley is very smart, knows the game and can recruit. But he has not been able to keep his coaches, makes tragic game day decisions and simply doesn't have "it." I don't how else to write it. For some reason Saban has "it." Somehow Saban gets kids a generation and a half younger than his, from a completely different part of the country than where he is from (Ohio Valley), a group of kids he has nothing in common with, to come down to Alabama and play for him. He then teaches and motivates these 18 - 21 year olds to incredible success.

Those skills are worth millions and millions of dollars. We have to find that person. My short, short wish list...

1. Al Golden (young, talented, great recruiter - hungry to get away from the NCAA onslaught looming over Miami.)

2. Bob Stoops (angst between Stoops & A.D. He brings his brother to shore up the worst coached defense Tennessee has ever had.)

Written on Sal Sunseri fine with Derek Dooley being more active with defense:

Does anyone know why Wilcox left? That was a lateral move at best. That's a huge question that has had massive implications on this season. Truly. Does anyone know?

Written on Derek Dooley quotes Bruce Hornsby over criticisms of defense:

I'm still baffled how a guy with Sunseri's coaching experience, both college and pro, can put out a product that is this inept. Look at where he was and who he coached under. It's unreal.

Written on John Adams: So which team are you pulling for Saturday? :

in response to rockypop:

I remember Mark Herbert, the Kentucky TV reporter, chasing after Billy Gillespie when he was fired. Not a great day for Herbert, who ended up apologizing for it. This is the same kind of deal.

The KNS knows there's a growing sentiment to fire Dooley, so they're jumping on the bandwagon to sell more of whatever it is they sell. I can't argue with Adams' facts, but I can argue with his presentation, which concludes with UT fans wanting Missouri to win.

Nowhere in here does he refer to what Dooley inherited or what he has had to endure. Sure, he has created many of his own problems, but none of those are going to be solved by some sportswriter making a case for a coaching change.

Many will say Adams speaks the truth. But, I say Adams speaks the direction the wind is blowing.

Spot On! I'd penalize Mr. Adams 15 yards for piling on - or, clubbing a baby seal.

Here is the big question. Why did so many assistant coaches leave last year? And more specifically, leave for lateral positions. Is it because A) They wanted away from the Head Coach, the university, et al. Or B) They believed their current employer - Dooley - was going to be fired and therefore needed job security. And why did they believe this? Because UT's athletic director has shown the mildest of support for his head football coach since he arrived in Knoxville.

I think B. And if you think B then you have to wonder what would have been had the AD better supported the head coach. Many of those coaches stay. Dooley doesn't have had to scramble, practically assembling a brand new staff in a very short period of time. In that rush he hires Sunseri - clearly the wrong guy. Had Wilcox remained I see the Vols with a loss to Alabama and probably Florida. And lots of talk of a turnaround.

Written on Tennessee's Bray responding well after warning:

in response to Sunshine27:

Hey Baldy, playing qb at UT is a priveledge. He act as though it's his right....you sound like a wimp. If this board is to strong for you then I suggest you go to a lady vol board. Im sick of losing, especially the way we lose. Gutless...like your retort.

I want 'em to win every bit as badly as you do. And yes, playing QB at UT is a privilege. They've scored enough points in every game to win. Snort at why their losing - defense, kicking and lack of depth!

Written on Tennessee's Bray responding well after warning:

in response to Sunshine27:

Brays a punk. Plays for numbers and not for Vol Nation.....hope he leaves early but problem is he isn't good enough. I hope a mean no bs coach straighten out our program!

I see you posted two really mean-spirited comments about a 21 year old. He has done some stupid things, but I did too when I went to UT. Lighten up on him. Calling out young men, especially that young man - given all that he's had to deal with, is just classless.

Written on John Adams: A healthy Pat Summitt would have had Debby Jennings' back :

in response to MOUNTAINofOKEMO:

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The greatest ambassador for the University of Tennessee is Pat Summitt. On Tuesday she meets with the President. Her players graduated. She won championships. She did all of it with class. The person who handled her media relations for over a generation was tossed.

Is this a story in Denver? No. How is that germane? Who cares? I don't believe anyone west of the Mississippi can name an SEC A.D. outside of Jeremy Foley.

Written on John Adams: A healthy Pat Summitt would have had Debby Jennings' back :

Let's see the local AND national media respected Debby Jennings. The local AND national media had many, many problems dealing with Bud Ford. Ford is lionized as a "tireless worker" justified to sue the university for a make-believe post. Jennings, on the other hand, should be run out with a few hours notice. She does not get the benefit for her loyalty, dedication OR the fact that everything she said in her memo is spot on.

Why does Ford have the fans and Jennings the detractors? Good old boys are often misogynists.

Written on Vol tight end Cameron Clear suspended “indefinitely” after theft arrest :

Unbelievable talent. Unbelievably dumb.

Written on Denver picks Malik Jackson in 5th round :

I predict that he will make it and play for some time. He is strong, quick, played inside and out. AND, most importantly, he is a bright young man.

Best wishes in the Mile High City Malik.

Written on Pat Summitt steps down:

Three thoughts...

1. Her impact on women's sports is unparalleled. There is not Title 9 legislation. There are not televised women's athletics. There are not nearly the dollars or recognition for women's sports without the amazing contributions of Pat Summit.

2. Her players not only went to class, they participated and graduated. They were truly student-atheltes.

3. As a father of a daughter who enjoys sports, there is a new world of opportunity afforded to her and her generation. Much of that world was created by Pat Summit. For that I am forever grateful.

Written on Dooley, coaches have been tinkering with roster in off-season :

A really disappointing list of posts - AGAIN. Three thoughts.

1. Keep the politics for another site. All you're doing is perpetuating stereotypes about Vol fans.

2. Recognize Bray's ability. Have you not seen him play? His mechanics, release and arm strength - not to mention he's 6'6". If he wants he will go pro next year and be in the top half of the first round.

3. Quit bashing Dooley. This is his third year. Its the first that should be critiqued given all the challenges he inherited.

Written on Peyton Manning chooses Broncos, deal pending:

in response to DaveRamseyRocks:

As a UT fan I loved watching Peyton Manning play for the Big Orange. When he was drafted by the Colts I enjoyed watching him play. I knew of his fondness for UT and for Tennessee as a state and heard comments on how he wanted to spend his retirement here.
When he was released by the Colts and the Titans started their pursuit, I was giddy with the hope of seeing Manning in a Titans' jersey.
I was never a Colt's fan but was a Manning fan. My allegiance has always been with UT and the Titans.
As I followed the process and watched as teams tried to 'woo' him, I was comfortable that Peyton would listen to all the offers but in the end, come back to Tennessee.
This morning when I heard that Peyton was signing with Denver, I was devastated (at first). How could he do this??? How could he turn his back on Tennessee????
I have read the comments that Peyton did not 'owe' Tennessee anything or that he did not 'diss' anyone by signing with Denver. Well, I feel 'dissed'. I am a Tennessee fan, whether it is the Vols or Titans. This is my state and these are my teams.
I assume all of the Peyton fans will quickly change their Colts 'car-clings' for Broncos gear. That is fine. They can love the player and follow to whatever team they play on, but as for me...I will support my Tennessee teams - Vols and Titans.
I wish Peyton Manning well as I did when he played for the Colts, until, that is he plays the Titans.

There is NO connection between the University of Tennessee and the Tennessee Titans. Just as there is no link between the Texas Longhorns and the Dallas Cowboys or UNC football and the Carolina Panthers. If there is any connection, it is to the detriment of the University of Tennessee. Mid-staters are more apt to stay home and watch football on Sunday.

I love the University of Tennessee. I could careless about the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans. Peyton Manning is a class act who represents UT as well as anyone. He made the right choice. He went with the better organization. There was never a choice "to come back to Tennessee" except in geography and that geography would be 180 miles west.

Written on David Climer: Peyton Manning has kept secrets before:

"Go West Young Man!"

Confirmed reports have Alex Smith talking to Miami. San Fran is the best place for Peyton. Condon needs to move one guy for another. Press Conference Tuesday afternoon.

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