Charles Fischer

Jabba...I believe it was YOU who coined the name "Pig-2" and want to give proper attribution credit. So perfect...

Unbelievable. The charade goes on...

Precisely right. Any other interpretation is delusion... No matter how much money they spend--the free market has told them they are a Group-of-5 set of teams, and nothing will change that, since they have been that way all along. They will get future media contracts based on this truth, and they can use the extortion money to stave off the inevitable of fitting in with Liberty, San Jose State, etc., but it will happen. They don't want to even hear reality. Pig-2 and Their Fans...

Maybe this is why he did not go with Oregon? Because our coaches set a standard looking for commitment and effort that they did not sense coming from him? Or his NIL price was too high? Another indication…? I am glad that we have escaped that kind of drama thus far. Thanks Dan!

If there was ever a team that could benefit from getting hot shooting the three-ball for another three games...

So fun to see another article from Duckster! Just in time for the NCAA Tournament...

From one of their boards... "I will tell you this, I have watched a decent amount of Pac 12 basketball the last few weeks. The conference does not compare to the SEC. It's really not close. This Oregon team went 12-8 in conference. That would equate to below .500 in the SEC IMO." "Do I think this is a bad matchup for us? No, I don't. I think we are the better team and will prevail on Thursday. 78-68 Gamecocks." "I watched some of their gam against Colorado on YouTube and your impressions match what my impressions were based on a short watch. The Dante kid is good on offense and defense but the announcer said he has had problems with turnovers. Cousinard is decent but no superstar. Their freshman PG is decent but small and will have a tough time with our defense. If BJ can bring Dante out of the paint to guard him CMB could have a field day. I expect to win." "As a side note Oregon court is horrendous for watching a basketball game. The graphics are very annoying." "Their center is not Broome. Let's put it that way. No outside game, back to the basket type of center. Can rebound. We are overhyping their center. He's not Edey." "Agree, more like a Josh Gray with a good jump hook. Looks a little clumsy with the ball but just doesn't seem to miss very many shots. A decent rim protector but nothing like some of the guys in the SEC." "Apart from the time zone, I try to avoid watching Oregon basketball. Looking at their court for a sustained period gives me vertigo."

OK...now this is FUNNY!

The key question to ask is...."what would have OSU/WSU have done if they were invited to a Power-5 conference?" Simple. We would have split the assets and revenue streams 12 ways. Right? So because the Pig-2 did not build their brand and audience...ten other teams are supposed to be penalized for their incompetence? To the tune of 255 million dollars? Yes, I know it is legal. But c'mon...is that fair? Beaver and Cougar Fans tell us to... Forget fair.

I will admit to having strong feelings, and sharing them often here. However, it is important to see all sides on the issues, thus why I do not censor writers from sharing their opinions--even when they are contrary to mine. This is how we learn from one-another, and viewpoints can be changed over time. I do not argue the legality of their actions, and you have not ever seen anything from me in that sphere. I go by is what-is-right; the "Pig-2" did not earn the money they are taking, thus it is legalized stealing. In fact the free-market has shown their value to be considerably under the rest of the Pac-12, yet they were paid an equal share for decades. They did not earn that full share either. Stealing then, and stealing now. Trying to hide behind the legality does not obscure what you are doing to fellow conference members who operated fairly, and in good faith for over 100 years. I have not heard any apology from them, or even shame. The sooner we leave them behind...the better. Riding Shotgun Without Doing Your Part Will Leave You Stuck

Too many making South Carolina the underdog…not good! Gives them a psychological advantage, and margin is already close.

Borrowed it, as someone else here in the forum coined it, but I cannot recall who.

John Canzano felt that the $360,000 to the "Pig-2" was a hint to join the MWC, and take their 2 million dollar payout.

Wow Jon...Oregon would have the seventh toughest schedule in the SEC, and what Georgia has to play versus Ohio State? Good-gosh we need a NET! He really needs a NET...

A post by flyinsouth on another site brought a fantastic point about Dana Altman... "Dana is 24–1 in the opening round games of the PAC-12 Tournament (12-1) CBI (1-0), NIT (4-0) and NCAA (7-0); combined. The loan loss was by 1 point to Colorado in the PAC-12 Tournament in 2012 on a last second shot and the Ducks had a look to win it." Are you feeling a little better about Thursday? Dana Altman

Jon...this is an important article that EVERYONE would agree with among the CFB family of teams and fans. I never even thought of it, and you are so right!

Actually my Duck-Buddies...this again PROVES how remote we are to them. The time zone difference is very real, as they do not watch us or even know the basics about us. Football, Basketball, or any sport...we are in a foreign land to them. This is why I believe our fan base and audience will increase by at least 50% due to our move to the B1G.