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OrangeAfroMan · « **Reply #1316 on:** April 18, 2024, 10:49:15 PM »

Quote from: betarhoalphadelta on April 18, 2024, 07:09:27 PM

There's a part of me that actually does doubt this. I think fans would adjust. Just as they'll adjust to the 12-team CFP and the idea that making it into the CFP is the mark of a successful season even if that's 10-2, whereas those same programs ONLY considered the season to be a success if they made it into the BCSCG or the 4-team CFP which was nearly impossible unless you were 11-1 or better.

But the part of me that doesn't doubt this, that I keep harping on it over, is that if it's actually true, it's pathetic. The idea that fans of these programs are so fragile and simple-minded that they absolutely require piling up garbage wins over overmatched opponents that aren't fielding a competitive roster in order to feel good about their team says a LOT about those fan bases. What a bunch of damn snowflakes.

Sure....but it's been this way for over a century.

You can't suddenly tell 4 million fans of XYZ University, that has 900+ wins and sees 10-2 as a down year that 8-4 and a playoff spot is now considered great.

Their mindset being pathetic is only the case in a completely new paradigm.

Cincydawg · « **Reply #1317 on:** April 19, 2024, 10:09:25 AM »

I suspect this is someone's dream or something fake:

MrNubbz · « **Reply #1318 on:** April 19, 2024, 10:28:55 AM »

Quote from: betarhoalphadelta on April 18, 2024, 07:09:27 PM

But the part of me that doesn't doubt this, that I keep harping on it over, is that if it's actually true, it's pathetic. The idea that fans of these programs are so fragile and simple-minded that they absolutely require piling up garbage wins over overmatched opponents that aren't fielding a competitive roster in order to feel good about their team says a LOT about those fan bases. What a bunch of damn snowflakes.

Good Post almost to a man tOSU Fans I know aren't looking forward as it's nothing more than the Yankees/Dodgers out spending the opposition. The once great game that was hanging by it's fingernails has slipped into the abyss. Just not the same and everyone knows it

MrNubbz · « **Reply #1319 on:** April 19, 2024, 10:34:18 AM »

Quote from: FearlessF on April 18, 2024, 10:15:00 AM

Husker fans are crazy but a certain percentage will take a weekend off when playing Northern Illinois or South Dakota State

Or 1-11 Colorado

FearlessF · « **Reply #1320 on:** April 19, 2024, 10:41:27 AM »

I can dream

FearlessF · « **Reply #1321 on:** April 19, 2024, 11:23:11 AM »

Funding can come from individual donors in the case of the Colorado Buffaloes’ newly launched 5430 Collective to multi-million dollar jackpots from Fortune 500 companies, like what just happened between the Memphis Tigers its hometown multinational conglomerate holding company FedEx.

“The agreement calls for FedEx to spend $5 million annually across five years. Dollars have been appropriated for football, men’s and women’s basketball and other women’s athletic programs, however, how NIL dollars are dispersed is unclear,” On3’s Pete Nakos reported on Friday.

Nakos reports that the $25 million deal comes with a 50% fundraising match clause opening the door for an additional $12.5 million in donations over the five-year span. The involvement of a company ranking No. 41 on the Fortune 500 list sets a new standard for the type of donors athletic departments might try to attract going forward.

Brutus Buckeye · « **Reply #1322 on:** April 19, 2024, 10:56:43 PM »

Quote from: betarhoalphadelta on April 18, 2024, 07:09:27 PM

There's a part of me that actually does doubt this. I think fans would adjust. Just as they'll adjust to the 12-team CFP and the idea that making it into the CFP is the mark of a successful season even if that's 10-2, whereas those same programs ONLY considered the season to be a success if they made it into the BCSCG or the 4-team CFP which was nearly impossible unless you were 11-1 or better.

But the part of me that doesn't doubt this, that I keep harping on it over, is that if it's actually true, it's pathetic. The idea that fans of these programs are so fragile and simple-minded that they absolutely require piling up garbage wins over overmatched opponents that aren't fielding a competitive roster in order to feel good about their team says a LOT about those fan bases. What a bunch of damn snowflakes.

Now what kind of a monster would advocate for the suspension of traditions like the Little Brown Jug, Illibuck, Land Grant, Broken Chair, etc?

OrangeAfroMan · « **Reply #1323 on:** April 20, 2024, 12:55:53 AM »

These various efforts at conferences seem like they're created by people born after 2000.

It's not that hard.
PAC-10
SWC + 1
Old SEC
Old B1G
ACC + 1
Big East + whatever
Big 8 + 2
and then the rubbish revolving door conference

Duh.

847badgerfan · « **Reply #1324 on:** April 20, 2024, 07:34:45 AM »

Quote from: OrangeAfroMan on April 20, 2024, 12:55:53 AM

These various efforts at conferences seem like they're created by people born after 2000.

It's not that hard.
PAC-10
SWC + 1
Old SEC
Old B1G
ACC + 1
Big East + whatever
Big 8 + 2
and then the rubbish revolving door conference

Duh.

Who are the +1 and +2 for the SWC and Big 8? I can't see any. And the Big East + whatever?

This plan makes little sense.

Take it to 66 schools - 11 per conference - and call it NFL Lite. Miller/Coors can sponsor that.

Pac 10 + Utah
1990 Big Ten + Nebraska
1996 Big 12 - Nebraska
1992 SEC - USCe
2001 ACC + USCe + ND
2001 Big East + PSU + Louisville + Cincinnati

Cincydawg · « **Reply #1325 on:** April 20, 2024, 08:27:53 AM »

I'm sure the "Insiders" are looking at various options and probably have a ton of disagreement internally. This is why things don't change very fast, and then suddenly they do. All these neat clean futures seem unlikely to me, the "Insiders" will probably come up with a scheme they think will maximize revenue but won't look very logical to "us".

OrangeAfroMan · « **Reply #1326 on:** April 20, 2024, 03:37:48 PM »

Quote from: 847badgerfan on April 20, 2024, 07:34:45 AM

Who are the +1 and +2 for the SWC and Big 8? I can't see any. And the Big East + whatever?

This plan makes little sense.

Take it to 66 schools - 11 per conference - and call it NFL Lite. Miller/Coors can sponsor that.

Pac 10 + Utah
1990 Big Ten + Nebraska
1996 Big 12 - Nebraska
1992 SEC - USCe
2001 ACC + USCe + ND
2001 Big East + PSU + Louisville + Cincinnati

Says my plan makes little sense.
Immediately posts the same plan +1 more team per conference.

You're losing respect by the minute. I hope your downfall is normal aging and not something more tragic.

847badgerfan · « **Reply #1327 on:** April 21, 2024, 07:49:41 AM »

847badgerfan · « **Reply #1328 on:** April 21, 2024, 09:53:05 AM »

Quote from: OrangeAfroMan on April 20, 2024, 12:55:53 AM

These various efforts at conferences seem like they're created by people born after 2000.

It's not that hard.
PAC-10
SWC + 1
Old SEC
Old B1G
ACC + 1
Big East + whatever
Big 8 + 2
and then the rubbish revolving door conference

Duh.

Apparently, it is for you.

Let's unpack:

You proposed 7 conferences. No solution as to who the +1 for the SWC is, who are the +2 for the Big 8. "Whatever" for the Big East.

Yeah, OK. Great Plan... or not. Makes no sense at all.

Duh.

Quote from: OrangeAfroMan on April 20, 2024, 03:37:48 PM

Says my plan makes little sense.
Immediately posts the same plan +1 more team per conference.

You're losing respect by the minute. I hope your downfall is normal aging and not something more tragic.

I proposed 6 conferences to your 7 and outlined a plan to accomplish it. You provided jack shit, if not less.

And then you insult me?

You are in no position to talk about anyone's downfall. Maybe lay off the weed? Duh.

OrangeAfroMan · « **Reply #1329 on:** April 21, 2024, 09:14:57 PM »

I've previously posted my realignment outline, with 10 teams per conference.

My point with the vagaries of that post was that throwing Florida in with a bunch of ACC teams or that throwing Minnesota in with BYU in a Plains conference is unnecessary and stupid. Simply adding to the traditional conferences is much easier.
I was trying to be thoughtful and not re-post my specific conferences, as you'd criticize me of being repetitive. No matter what I post, you bitch about it. So who cares?
You're a cranky old man and there's no pleasing you.

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