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Title: drake (updated: linguistics, etymology, Italian and Southern literature, & cats) Post by: bamalum67 on November 17, 2013, 06:18:05 AM I do not now, or have ever , trusted Drake to hold on to the ball..should he play against the barners, I will shiver every time he gets the ball.
I do not understand why CNS does not get in his head so that he understands he has to hold on to the ball. He will, one day, cost us a game..I hope it will not be in 2 weeks...or after. If I am correct, he has fumbled 4 times this year already. I ain't on the Drake team. Title: Re: drake Post by: XBAMA on November 17, 2013, 06:49:00 AM Kenyan Drake had one T.J. Yeldon had one too
Mississippi State's Tyler Russell had 2 and Lewis and.Holloway had one apiece as well there was a lot of slipping going on it seemed also but yes ... Drake and Yeldon could do a better job holding on to the rock IMHO not going to get to excited just yet though both of them were averaging about 7 yds. a carry last night :worship: Title: Re: drake Post by: cbbama99 on November 17, 2013, 06:50:10 AM While I sympathize with the fumbles, I don't think you ignore the fact that this kid has nearly 600 yards rushing on 77 carries (an average of over 7.5 yards per carry) and has 7 TDs. He is too valuable a weapon to NOT use.
Title: Re: drake Post by: Jamos on November 17, 2013, 06:52:08 AM You are right about trusting him, he has become very high risk.Yeldon has laid it on the ground as well and you can bet the Barners will be trying to strip the ball. They have two weeks to work on these things, let's hope it improves.
Title: Re: drake Post by: Hannibal Lecter, MD on November 17, 2013, 06:56:04 AM I have a feeling Coach Burns will be hearing about it from Coach Saban as well.
Title: Re: drake Post by: XBAMA on November 17, 2013, 07:02:17 AM I have a feeling Coach Burns will be hearing about it from Coach Saban as well. from the look CNS had on his face last night when it happened ? that is a very safe bet , CBB may want to "pad" his butt cheeks :lol: Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 07:07:25 AM THE DRAKE is a fine RB, and he is key to our offense.
Folks were calling for Eddie Lacy to be benched when he had fumble problems a few years back. It happens. But the speed and elusiveness of Drake gives us a huge lift against tiring defenses, as shown several times, such as the Ole Miss game this year. "Drake’s speed, combined with Yeldon’s power-run abilities, make the pair one of Saban’s most dangerous combinations. Rather than having two running backs who can punish you the whole game, swapping in and out to stay fresh, the Crimson Tide boast two running backs that are truly a change of pace. You can’t defend Yeldon the same way you defend Drake." (http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/611/674/hi-res-183161645-kenyan-drake-of-the-alabama-crimson-tide-celebrates-his_crop_north.jpg?w=650&h=440&q=75) http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1851254-alabama-football-yeldon-drake-create-havoc-for-defenses-with-their-versatility Includes videos. Title: Re: drake Post by: pmull on November 17, 2013, 07:34:02 AM I hate the fumbles but I love his speed and quickness. He is capable of busting a long TD run every time he touches the ball. Other may worry when he comes into the game but I look forward to it. He is a special player.
Title: Re: drake Post by: McBaman on November 17, 2013, 08:06:59 AM The coaches used to make players that fumbled in a game carry a football to class for a week. Do they sill do that? Might want to try that again.
Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 08:15:03 AM The coaches used to make players that fumbled in a game carry a football to class for a week. Do they sill do that? Might want to try that again. Coach Bryant started that. I remember seeing them walking across campus, with tape wrapped around the ball to form a handle (hardly helped the intention of improving technique). I don't think they've done it for 20-30 years. :dunno: Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 08:49:06 AM When Lacy was fumbling as a young pup, Saban pulled him and he didn't play again for several games. (Ingram and Richardson were still playing.) Lacy clearly worked on it because he got much better about fumbling.
Yeldon and Drake both have ball security issues. Maybe Saban can start Fowler against UT Chattanooga, and have Yeldon and Drake work on fumble drills all week. The ball is bouncing AU's way, Bama cannot afford turnovers in that game. (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Title: Re: drake Post by: 2Stater on November 17, 2013, 08:54:19 AM When Lacy was fumbling as a young pup, Saban pulled him and he didn't play again for several games. (Ingram and Richardson were still playing.) Lacy clearly worked on it because he got much better about fumbling. Yeldon and Drake both have ball security issues. Maybe Saban can start Fowler against UT Chattanooga, and have Yeldon and Drake work on fumble drills all week. The ball is bouncing AU's way, Bama cannot afford turnovers in that game. (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 09:06:36 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 09:14:22 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Que Sera Sera? Title: Re: drake Post by: 2Stater on November 17, 2013, 09:16:36 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Very Kennedy-esque. :lol2: But we are still within the 24 hrs, so we can still say this stuff. (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/playful/angry-tongue-sticking-out-smiley-emoticon.gif) Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 09:23:04 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Que Sera Sera? Actually, "Que Será, Será" wasn't original. The Italians had it first: "Che Sarà, Sarà”. Italians never get their deserved credit! (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/ff/Famous_Italians.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 09:28:26 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Que Sera Sera? Actually, "Que Será, Será" wasn't original. The Italians had it first: "Che Sarà, Sarà”. Italians never get their deserved credit! (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/ff/Famous_Italians.jpg) http://mypage.siu.edu/lhartman/kss/quesera1.html Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 09:35:02 AM ... (If we had played the Barn last night it probably would have been a loss.) Thank heavens we played Miss St, last night. If we had played any other SEC team other than maybe Ky or Arky, we likely would have lost. You boys need to BUCK UP. What didn't happen didn't happen. What will happen will happen (you may quote me :lol2: ). We're going to shut down the nation's #1 rushing offense, shut down their mediocre, new-found passing game, and SHUT UP the Aubs and their talk of DESTINY. DYNASTY TRUMPS DESTINY Every time! (http://blogs.tennesseevalleynow.com/bamablog/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/TideField.jpg) Que Sera Sera? Actually, "Que Será, Será" wasn't original. The Italians had it first: "Che Sarà, Sarà”. Italians never get their deserved credit! (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/ff/Famous_Italians.jpg) http://mypage.siu.edu/lhartman/kss/quesera1.html Title: Re: drake Post by: lstephen on November 17, 2013, 11:04:44 AM We best be worrying about UTC before we get to Auburn. I know, I know, lower level. I believe they are 8-3. Anybody else remember Louisiana Monroe? If we have 2 fumbles and two picks next week the Auburn game may not matter! ROLL TIDE!!!
Title: Re: drake Post by: pmull on November 17, 2013, 12:13:58 PM We best be worrying about UTC before we get to Auburn. I know, I know, lower level. I believe they are 8-3. Anybody else remember Louisiana Monroe? If we have 2 fumbles and two picks next week the Auburn game may not matter! ROLL TIDE!!! They lost to Samford yesterday. HTH Title: Re: drake Post by: N.AL-Tider on November 17, 2013, 12:41:55 PM Yeldon fumbled the ball away last night and it led to a TD for Miss St. Drake fumbled the ball away giving Miss St the ball in Bama territory but didn't lead to points. Yeldon fumbled the ball against aTm two years in a row. And you don't trust Drake?
Title: Re: drake Post by: hscoach on November 17, 2013, 12:59:14 PM Both players fumbled. It is part of the game. I have like Drake since last year and will continue to like him. He hits the hole hard. A lot of these fumbles are extra effort fumbles.
Title: Re: drake Post by: Marshal Dillon on November 17, 2013, 01:07:29 PM Yeldon fumbled the ball away last night and it led to a TD for Miss St. Drake fumbled the ball away giving Miss St the ball in Bama territory but didn't lead to points. Yeldon fumbled the ball against aTm two years in a row. And you don't trust Drake? Yeldon carries the ball a lot more than Drake, in fact more than double. :dog: Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 01:24:36 PM We best be worrying about UTC before we get to Auburn. I know, I know, lower level. I believe they are 8-3. Anybody else remember Louisiana Monroe? If we have 2 fumbles and two picks next week the Auburn game may not matter! ROLL TIDE!!! Here is their schedule and scores. It's hardly challenging: http://www.gomocs.com/SportSelect.dbml?&DB_OEM_ID=17700&SPID=10577&SPSID=88681 Title: Re: drake Post by: XBAMA on November 17, 2013, 03:00:11 PM that utc website is a blast from the past ain't it :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:
just for fun , what exactly is a "Moc" ? :dunno: Title: Re: drake Post by: Marshal Dillon on November 17, 2013, 03:11:05 PM that utc website is a blast from the past ain't it :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: just for fun , what exactly is a "Moc" ? :dunno: Depends on the reference. I think they mean Moccasins, lille a Water Moccasin or the moccasins Indians wore. I bet it's the snake though, implies deadliness. ;) Title: Re: drake Post by: bama57 on November 17, 2013, 03:17:16 PM The term “Moc” is short for “Mockingbird.” Mockingbirds are fiercely territorial creatures which protect their homes with courage, determination and skill. Those attributes reflect the intellect, spirit and character of UTC student-athletes and alumni. A Moc is a champion on the playing surface, in the classroom and, most importantly, in life.http://www.gomocs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17700&ATCLID=204825720
Title: Re: drake Post by: XBAMA on November 17, 2013, 03:25:23 PM that utc website is a blast from the past ain't it :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: just for fun , what exactly is a "Moc" ? :dunno: Depends on the reference. I think they mean Moccasins, lille a Water Moccasin or the moccasins Indians wore. I bet it's the snake though, implies deadliness. ;) whoa MD :unsure: you will love the reason they use the name mocs :lol2: http://www.gomocs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17700&ATCLID=204825720 Quote What is a Moc? The Answer For more than a decade, this question has puzzled many fans and observers of Chattanooga Athletics. The UTC Athletics Department changed logos in 1997, moving away from Native American imagery to a package of logos using railroad images, the nickname “Mocs,” and the Scrappy mascot. The new package emphasized UTC’s connection to Chattanooga and the city’s railroad heritage and incorporated the Tennessee state bird. The term “Moc” is short for “Mockingbird.” Mockingbirds are fiercely territorial creatures which protect their homes with courage, determination and skill. Those attributes reflect the intellect, spirit and character of UTC student-athletes and alumni. A Moc is a champion on the playing surface, in the classroom and, most importantly, in life. Scrappy Named after legendary football coach A.C. “Scrappy” Moore, Scrappy, the Chattanooga mascot, is a fixture for the Mocs. A re-design in 2008 puts Scrappy in the image of the State Bird of Tennessee, a Mockingbird. The mockingbird is known as a fierce protector of its nest and environment. It is sometimes seen swooping down on a dog, cat or predator that may be venturing too close to the bird’s protected territory. Once described by “Late Night” host Jimmy Fallon as “a sledge-hammer wielding mockingbird with a heart of Blue & Gold,” Scrappy symbolizes that competitive passion. Why Mocs? Faced with politically sensitive issues and in need of a stronger core identity to help establish a strong brand as Chattanooga’s Team, the athletics department embarked on a comprehensive identity program in 1996. A new direction for the athletics identity was determined, moving away from the politically incorrect Native American Indian imagery. Title: Re: drake Post by: 2Stater on November 17, 2013, 03:27:57 PM The term “Moc” is short for “Mockingbird.” Mockingbirds are fiercely territorial creatures which protect their homes with courage, determination and skill. Those attributes reflect the intellect, spirit and character of UTC student-athletes and alumni. A Moc is a champion on the playing surface, in the classroom and, most importantly, in life.http://www.gomocs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17700&ATCLID=204825720 (http://whateves.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/450_mockingbird.jpg) New mascot, starting next Saturday night. Title: Re: drake Post by: Merk on November 17, 2013, 03:38:27 PM The term “Moc” is short for “Mockingbird.” Mockingbirds are fiercely territorial creatures which protect their homes with courage, determination and skill. Those attributes reflect the intellect, spirit and character of UTC student-athletes and alumni. A Moc is a champion on the playing surface, in the classroom and, most importantly, in life.http://www.gomocs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17700&ATCLID=204825720 (http://whateves.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/450_mockingbird.jpg) New mascot, starting next Saturday night. Where is Chech with a cat eating a bird pic?? :dunno: Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 03:42:34 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.
(http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 03:44:05 PM These are for Chech:
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRVxdQ9vAYRrvfkByRqnSV8_b1mZ8lrhnsJ34uBmzVX9YIOmp7sIA) (http://jeremyscheuer.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/cat-reading-to-kill-a-mockingbird.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: XBAMA on November 17, 2013, 03:51:41 PM :lol: :lol: :lol:
(http://image.cdnllnwnl.xosnetwork.com/pics32/1024/XE/XEDFYKHKFVSZDUI.20111220042115.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 03:54:30 PM :lol: :lol: :lol: (http://image.cdnllnwnl.xosnetwork.com/pics32/1024/XE/XEDFYKHKFVSZDUI.20111220042115.jpg) SCRAPPY! (http://www.tennisoncampus.com/Assets/USTA+Tennis+on+Campus+2012+Redesign/Team+Profile+Images/University+of+Tennessee+-+Chattanooga+Mascot.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: 2Stater on November 17, 2013, 04:34:27 PM These are for Chech: (https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRVxdQ9vAYRrvfkByRqnSV8_b1mZ8lrhnsJ34uBmzVX9YIOmp7sIA) (http://jeremyscheuer.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/cat-reading-to-kill-a-mockingbird.jpg) :lol: Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 04:41:58 PM These are for Chech: (https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRVxdQ9vAYRrvfkByRqnSV8_b1mZ8lrhnsJ34uBmzVX9YIOmp7sIA) (http://jeremyscheuer.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/cat-reading-to-kill-a-mockingbird.jpg) :lol: Title: Re: drake Post by: Merk on November 17, 2013, 06:43:07 PM These are for Chech: (https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRVxdQ9vAYRrvfkByRqnSV8_b1mZ8lrhnsJ34uBmzVX9YIOmp7sIA) (http://jeremyscheuer.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/cat-reading-to-kill-a-mockingbird.jpg) #+ #+ Title: Re: drake Post by: Marshal Dillon on November 17, 2013, 06:46:59 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. (http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird. ;) Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 06:49:37 PM Cat is more into eating rats than birds.
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg201/Chechem_2008/Belize/Catrat-1.jpg) Note: Actual photo of CRS' favorite cat eating an actual rat. All scenes in this image depict authenticated facts and/or historical events. :lol2: Title: Re: drake Post by: Catch Prothro on November 17, 2013, 07:00:23 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. (http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird. ;) Title: Re: drake Post by: 2Stater on November 17, 2013, 07:04:36 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. (http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird. ;) If I had my glasses on my forehead like that, I couldn't tell the difference between the two. :lol2: Title: Re: drake (updated: linguistics, etymology, Italian and Southern literature, & cats) Post by: bamaphil on November 17, 2013, 07:12:59 PM :cat:
Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 17, 2013, 07:29:53 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird.(http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) The rifle is a (Danish) Krag-Jørgensen that been modified a bit. :dunno: Title: Re: drake Post by: cbbama99 on November 17, 2013, 07:32:34 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird.(http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) The rifle is a (Danish) Krag-Jørgensen that been modified a bit. :dunno: Eh, Klansman, rabid dog, about the same. Title: Re: drake Post by: Marshal Dillon on November 17, 2013, 07:49:05 PM Remember, it's a sin to kill a mockingbird. I hope that's not a 30.06 for shooting a bird. Better to shoot cats ( or a bear) than use on a bird.(http://media.nowpublic.net/images//75/4/7546dfa14c001e9a4ca4b7ab4c92d6ec.jpg) (Although they are the most annoying of birds.) The rifle is a (Danish) Krag-Jørgensen that been modified a bit. :dunno: Rabid dog? You sure it's not a rabid Moose or bear? 30-40 caliber round is mean. Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 18, 2013, 05:11:08 AM ... (http://photos.joesalter.com/9786/9786-01.jpg)Rabid dog? You sure it's not a rabid Moose or bear? 30-40 caliber round is mean. Better than: (http://www.colddeadhands.us/Portals/0/Blog/ShootingDog.jpg) Title: Re: drake Post by: Chechem on November 18, 2013, 12:35:32 PM ... (http://photos.joesalter.com/9786/9786-01.jpg)Rabid dog? You sure it's not a rabid Moose or bear? 30-40 caliber round is mean. Better than: (http://www.colddeadhands.us/Portals/0/Blog/ShootingDog.jpg) My cat bumped this! :lol2: Title: Re: drake (updated: linguistics, etymology, Italian and Southern literature, & cats) Post by: Chechem on November 18, 2013, 05:06:12 PM Here's why you'll need 30-40 caliber rounds:
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQVt9t5qweNilEp2IZ4PJGjbQ3c-POKY7oq4C-8zOMluYyRm5rdzw) (http://dogswithguns.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Dog-with-gun-630x400.jpg) |