Desert Duck

"Great cameo on ESPN College Football Live today where Deion told people to get off the back of the CSU who had the late hit on Hunter." I believe, if I am correct, that the player in question plays for CSU 😉

And naturally, he's a fellow Axeman.

Like I've said, I'm a big Coach Prime fan. But reality has a wicked way of humbling all men. I'm not exactly big on making predictions but I'm going to say that the the Buffs end the regular season 6-6 or 7-5... and get into a bowl game (losing @ Oregon, USC, @ WSU, @ Utah, & OSU... and @ UCLA is a toss up). The wheels begin to come flying off the Prime Train this Saturday in Eugene.

Love how Coach Prime & Hunter have responded to the people who have been threatening Henry Blackburn.

At first, when I read the title of your comment, "Football Schedules for Big 10 and Big 12 Next Year," I first thought... Who cares? Then I suddenly remembered that the PAC essentially doesn't exist any more. Funny how with all of the dramatic changes that have happened so quickly, I find myself, on occasion, forgetting that. But at the same time, excited as well.

"You're not gonna make me cry, Roy." Thanks, Mike, for writing this. And thank you, Charles, for asking him to write it. I absolutely love the character, Rod Tidwell. My man, Rod, really is, "all heart... blankity blank." And I love the character Jerry Maguire just as much. Both have equally huge hearts and passion, but both display them in dramatically different ways. And, due to extreme circumstances, they are forced to come together and the result is spectacular. I have experienced this kind of relationship in my own life. And 35 years ago, had it not been for extreme circumstances in my own life, I would not have had the abject joy and privilege of meeting my best friend on this planet, who originally is from Egypt (well... second best friend behind my wife of 32 years). When I first met him, I truly thought he was full of balony because he was so seemingly over-the-top and kind of in your face. And, as time would prove out, I could not have been more wrong. As I am writing this, the great-great Jane Austen book, Pride and Prejudice, comes to mind. I would suggest if you have not read this book before, or if it's been a long time, please pick it up. I am convinced that we miss so many incredible opportunity because we close our minds due to our preconceived notions and worldview. What I love about Coach Prime is that he can be, and has chosen to be, exactly who he is -- with no compromise. This is risky, because he knows that if he isn't winning, his shtick will grow very thin, very fast, with a large percentage of fans, and he would likely be out of a job very quickly. Plus, when we look at how horrendous this Buff team has been for so long, for them to win their first three games is incredible... regardless of the competition they've had. Personally, I am rooting big time for Coach Prime and the Buffs --- with the one exception of this upcoming Saturday, of course. But outside of that, I hope he takes these kids on the joy ride of their lives.

"Our reward is that justice has been done." And that the Ducks won. Come to think of it, I'm pretty sure that justice, and the Ducks winning, are one and the same.

I know the feeling 😉 . I'll likely never come close to winning again. Last week was a dramatic anomaly for me. I'm thinking I should have bought a lottery ticket while I was at it.

Well done, Mr. DUCatti. With that many points scored, you don't get much closer than that.

On paper, you are correct. On paper.

Admittedly, I am a bit slow and completely misread your comment. Must have more koffee.

"Did YOU Have Serious Questions About Oregon After the Game?" I currently still have serious questions about this team. And I will continue to have serious questions about this team until I see them put a 'competitive' team away at home, and see if they can also do it on the road against one of the tough PAC-12 teams. Are they capable of proving this? On paper, 100% yes. For all kinds of reasons, this Saturday will be an interesting test. If they play this Saturday as they are capable, and if they play in a disciplined fashion, in my humble opinion, they will go all Buffalo Bill over the Buffs.

Sory... but I believe Travis Hunter plays for the Buffs.

Last night, Colorado State, @ Colorado, had: - 17 penalties for 187 yards - Plus 4 TOs (2 TOs for the Buffs) With numbers like these, I have no idea how CSU was even remotely in that game, let alone in a position to win it. IF Oregon plays as they are capable, and IF Lanning can get our back-to-back game penalty problem under control, Oregon should go Buffalo Bill on Colorado.

I have officially revised my game prediction. Original prediction: - Oregon / 62-24 / 3 TOs /4 Sacks / 401 Yards Passing Revised Prediction: - Oregon 126 / Hawaii 3 - 5 TOs - 9 Sacks - 604 Passing Yards

If desperation and insecurity were attractive qualities, OSU & WSU would be smokin' hot.

I thought I was reaching a bit with my 62-24 prediction. At this point, it looks like I'm going to be way off on both numbers.

Oregon 62-24 3 TOs 4 Sacks 401 Yards Passing And a lot less penalties 😉

I'm usually terrible on these predictions. I file this under "everyone gets lucky on occasion" (and thank you, Mr. Bassa). However, I do seem to recall that EastBayDuckDad has won this before and been close on several other occasions. But regarding the game, what I do know is that while yesterday was not a pretty win, it was one gutsy comeback performance, in a very hostile environment... and that Bo has the heart of a lion.

After having played 3 very sketchy quarters, to come back on the road, in such a tough environment, in a hot climate, and put up 20 points in the 4th quarter, is extremely impressive. The Ducks got stronger the deeper we got into the game. Most teams in that kind of situation, and after having played so poorly for much of the first 3 quarters, would have wilted and gone home with their feathers between their legs. If we reduce our penalties from 14 for 124 yards, to around 5 for 50 yards, I bet that would add at least another 7 points to our total score. Thankfully, penalties can usually be fixed rather quickly. And Bo Nix has the heart of a lion. So... how good is this team? Frankly, I have almost no idea right now. If they can get it together, I think we could have a very good season -- despite the fact that we are playing in what looks like a very tough conference which includes USC, Washington, Utah, & yes... Oregon State (and maybe even WSU).

Not to mention, thanks to Bassa's decision to take it to the house, my lucky prediction of Oregon winning 38-31 would not have almost nailed it 😉

I was thinking the exact same thing.

Since my score prediction was Oregon 38-31, thankfully, he returned it for the TD 😉

I love our kicker. He's drilling it out of the end zone every time.

Take a deep breath, boys. If we score a TD on this next possession, we're right back in this ugly game. If not, then let's talk.