I refuse to sit by and praise every single move that Randy Shannon makes, like everyone else. The guy is a recruiting machine, but as far as his coaching tactics, I have not once been impressed. One thing Coach Shannon needs to learn is how to customize his game plan during a game. IE. Just because you decided in pre-game that you would pull Robert Marve in the second quarter, doesn’t mean you are FORCED to do that. In today’s game, we had Marve playing lights out, and then out of nowhere, in comes Harris. Harris realistically led us to a three and out, but was saved by a ‘running into the kicker’ call. You could just see the vibe on the field and the sidelines changes when Harris comes in. The players realize the Marve is the real deal and they have something going with him, and once he is pulled, momentum ceases to exist. If you don’t believe me, then you clearly aren’t watching these games objectively. After the switch, we did nothing for two quarters. And I’ve had enough of the “well Harris needs experience just in case Marve gets hurt” argument.

1. How about winning some games RIGHT NOW and hoping that Marve doesn’t get hurt?

2. How about getting Harris his experience in the fourth quarter when we are up by four touch downs? The way the game today was going, there is no doubt we would’ve been up by 28 points in the fourth had we stuck with Marve and kept the momentum going 

Also, on the coaching end, if you see a guy get burned 8 times and not being able to make one damn tackle, wouldn’t you think about possibly replacing him? Did anyone else see Bruce Johnson literally three yards behind every receiver on every play?

But the coaching isn’t totally to blame… One thing about the Orange Bowl was that I believed it was the ultimate home field advantage in the country. We won so many close games just by the fear that was brought on by the OB. This was one of those games that absolutely would’ve gone out way had this game been played at our old stadium. Dolphins Stadium has absolutely no life. The music is low. The songs suck. There’s no Phil Collins. Everything just sucks, and I put that squarely on Shalala. I’m out. Too pissed to continue.

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I just drove by Ground Zero of where the Orange Bowl used to be for the first time, via 836, on the way back from taking my girlfriend to the airport, and I must say, it was one of the most grim scenes I’ve ever seen. I have refrained from posting any thoughts on the first game at Pro Robbie Dolphins Stadium on Miami Sports Blog, probably because it was the most pathetic ‘Canes win I’ve ever witnessed. I attempted to approach game time with an open mind, and I did at first, but the scene at the stadium was a joke. The stadium was as quiet as could be, and it had that exhibition game feel all over the place. True, we were playing an unworthy opponent, which took much of the excitement out of the game, but I just don’t see that level of excitement getting even 1/10th to that of the OB. So right now, I’m just really angry with Shalala et all again. Talks of the demise of the Orange Bowl had resonated from Coral Gables every year for the past two decades, but it wasn’t until this new administration that began in 2001 that this became a reality. I wish we would’ve hired a new president in 2001 from within the UM family, someone who actually understood the tradition and didn’t succumb to the pressure. But as it is, we’re now stuck going to pathetic atmosphere for a college game for the rest of our lives.

Farewell, for good, OB.

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I can’t believe tomorrow is almost here. I have to admit, I’m never excited when Miami and Florida play, not because I don’t think we can beat them, but because they are eventually going to have our number, and we’ll have to wait another 5 years until those pussies allow us to get our revenge.
Well, it looks like tomorrow may be their day. It’s been a long time coming. During our winning streak dating back to 1985, both teams have been relatively competitive and comparable on the field, until this year. We have the talent, but we’re so young. It’s amazing to think how this would go if the Gators would’ve given us a home and home, back to back… ‘09 Canes, now all Sophomores and Juniors, Marve with a year of experience, Tebow having left early for the NFL, in Dolphins Stadium (okay, that’s irrelevant). We would kill them. I’m sure by 2013, if Florida has not canceled on us, we’ll have their number again, but I want it next year.

But back to ‘08. It’s going to be a rough ride, but don’t underestimate these ‘Canes. The 22.5 point spread is based partially on our performance against Oklahoma last year and UF’s game against Hawaii last week. Well, Hawaii has no D yet still shut Florida down for two quarters, and last year’s Miami team was just not the same team. We now have an offensive line that can hopefully prevent our QBs from being on their asses nine times per game. James is 100% healthy. Florida’s secondary is weak. Simply put, we are not the type of team that loses games by 23 points. But I guess that’ll depend on Marve’s debut. If Marve doesn’t make mistakes, and we properly scheme our defense to allow our speed to stop Tebow (IE. do what Michigan did last year) we can win this thing.

Do I think we will win tomorrow? No. Do I think we can win? Absofuckinglutely. Hit Tebow in the mouth early, take a 15 yarder if need be, and pray that Marve is what we hope he is. We can do it.

PS If this game comes down to kickers, and we have the same type of putrid legs we had last year, someone may need to bail me out of the Dade county penitentiary Sunday morning.

PPS What the f*ck is this:

PPPS GO CANES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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