I'm not really an anti-misery fan, even though I get accused of it all the time. I've lived here in Columbia for a quarter century now, and I know a lot of athletics personnel and fans. They are an arrogant bunch and it DOES feel good to see them put in their place every so often.
I've tried to tell folks they are overrated and overhyped this year, but I get ridiculed. They have a great offensive machine, but Chase Daniel has been in the system for seven years (since his sophomore year of high school)! He won't play a down of professional ball and probably wouldn't see the field under any other college offensive system. But for what Pinkel's running now, he's a great fit. With Coffman and Maclin complimenting him, they are very potent.
BUT, they haven't played good defenses - speed defenses. And that's a big reason why they enjoy their success. Well, guess what? They ran into a decent defense last Saturday - a speed defense. And they were unmasked. And guess what - they're going up against another one THIS weekend! If Texas doesn't suffer too much of a letdown, UT will embarrass misery. That's my prediction. I believe in ANY event, misery suffers its second straight defeat. But if Texas is still riding high, watch out! It could get embarrassing for Mr. Daniel & company.
And I just wish one of Bill's best defenses could go up against misery. I think I'd like our chances. I think either Terrance Newman or Chris Canty could hold thei own against Maclin.
EMAW!
