OM Fans Are Setting Themselves Up for Major Disappointment

[BiscuitEater]

There's no way I'd put money on it, but I wouldn't be shocked if they were 4-0 headed in to Tuscaloosa

And, OM could JUST as easily be 1-3 headed to play Bama. Best bet right now would be 2-2 with wins over hogs and SELA.

[THE Bruce Dickinson]

There's no way I'd put money on it, but I wouldn't be shocked if they were 4-0 headed in to Tuscaloosa

They are receiving way too much credit in this thread. I think 5 is their ceiling, and are more likely to win 3. They only won 5 last year and they lost the starting QB, 2 NFL Wideouts, and their NFL left tackle.

The defense was miserable last year, and I don't foresee it getting much better. They are also switching to a 3-4, which often causes a lot of confusion in year 1.

They may have a few talented Freshman but not nearly enough to make them into a threat. In my opinion, they beat SELA, NMST, and one between Arkansas, Vandy, and Cal. Gonna be a rough year in Oxford. Luke needs to be shaping up his resume

[1bigdawg]

They may have a few talented Freshman but not nearly enough to make them into a threat. In my opinion, they beat SELA, NMST, and one between Arkansas, Vandy, and Cal. Gonna be a rough year in Oxford. Luke needs to be shaping up his resume

Playing Arkansas, Cal and Vandy in Oxford is a big advantage for them this year. I can see them winning all three if their fans get out of the tree place and support their team.

The Memphis game is huge for them (and Luke's career) because it gives them a puncher's chance at 6 wins and a bowl. The don't have the talent to play with anyone else on the road or A&M or LSU at home.

What sucks for them is they don't have the manpower up front on either side of the ball and next year's schedule looks worse.

[THE Bruce Dickinson]

Playing Arkansas, Cal and Vandy in Oxford is a big advantage for them this year. I can see them winning all three if their fans get out of the tree place and support their team.

The Memphis game is huge for them (and Luke's career) because it gives them a puncher's chance at 6 wins and a bowl. The don't have the talent to play with anyone else on the road or A&M or LSU at home.

What sucks for them is they don't have the manpower up front on either side of the ball and next year's schedule looks worse.

I agree with everything you said. If they can find a way to beat Memphis, they may have a chance to reach a bowl. Get blown out by Memphis in game 1, and fan support will be atrocious for an 11 AM SEC opener against Arkansas.

Also, they historically struggle with Arkansas and Vandy and Cal was pretty competitive last year and had some impressive wins (At USCw, Washington). Lose the first game and it could snowball quick, I personally think 2-10 is more likely than 6-6, but that's why we play the games.

[TrapGame]

I agree with everything you said. If they can find a way to beat Memphis, they may have a chance to reach a bowl. Get blown out by Memphis in game 1, and fan support will be atrocious for an 11 AM SEC opener against Arkansas.

Also, they historically struggle with Arkansas and Vandy and Cal was pretty competitive last year and had some impressive wins (At USCw, Washington). Lose the first game and it could snowball quick, I personally think 2-10 is more likely than 6-6, but that's why we play the games.

Luke is gonna have to fire them up for Memphis. Lose that one and the season can spiral quick. If I'm the starting QB for Memphis I'm using a whole roll of tape on my ankles.

[msstate7]

Luke is gonna have to fire them up for Memphis. Lose that one and the season can spiral quick. If I'm the starting QB for Memphis I'm using a whole roll of tape on my ankles.

Take don't hold bone together

[TrapGame]

Take don't hold bone together

True. If Memphis is moving the ball and scoring on just about every possession in the 1st quarter the chances of their QB making it through the 2nd quarter goes down drastically.

[BrunswickDawg]

Luke is gonna have to fire them up for Memphis. Lose that one and the season can spiral quick. If I'm the starting QB for Memphis I'm using a whole roll of tape on my ankles.

They lose to Memphis and they will go 2-10. And, that's only because SELA and NMS are THAT bad.

[msstate7]

They lose to Memphis and they will go 2-10. And, that's only because SELA and NMS are THAT bad.

Basically a must win for Luke if he wants to remain HC

[Jarius]

Honestly the best thing for our program would be for them to win 6 games. If he completely tanks they will fire him. They are never going to be more than mediocre with him as head coach.

[TrapGame]

Honestly the best thing for our program would be for them to win 6 games. If he completely tanks they will fire him. They are never going to be more than mediocre with him as head coach.

I've got a sneaking suspicion that Rich Rod may have been told Luke was not going to last long and they would need a replacement soon. He got a wink and nudge. I don't think Rich Rod will be coaching with Luke's best interests as his own.

[timotheus]

Give Rich a lil time to scan the salons in town and he'll be right at home.

[Todd4State]

I've got a sneaking suspicion that Rich Rod may have been told Luke was not going to last long and they would need a replacement soon. He got a wink and nudge. I don't think Rich Rod will be coaching with Luke's best interests as his own.

This does feel a lot like our 2003 season when we had a bunch of former head coaches on staff and I think it was John Blake that was trying to get our job most of the time he was here per the rumors.

[Jarius]

I've got a sneaking suspicion that Rich Rod may have been told Luke was not going to last long and they would need a replacement soon. He got a wink and nudge. I don't think Rich Rod will be coaching with Luke's best interests as his own.

Good, because they will never be more than mediocre with him as head coach either

[Goldendawg]

Read an article on Redcup Rebellion today on their defensive newcomers who will make a difference this year. They expect about 6-8 guys to start immediately, learn the 3-4 perfectly after fall practice starts, and take the right full place as #1 D in the SEC, if not the nation.

[Jarius]

They have not signed 6-8 SEC quality defensive players (per recruiting rankings) since Hugh Freeze left. That should go well.

[timotheus]

Now they are pumping Corral as a leader due to his swagger and how he defended his mates in the egg bowl. These turds say the rivalry is toxic but then just can't quit bringing it up. I guess it's kinda like the fact that they have never lost a party syndrome. what a mess

[ShotgunDawg]

24K+ views on this thread.

Think the Rebs are insecure?

[ShotgunDawg]

I think Luke will be replaced after the A&M game with the off week the following week.

[msstate7]

I think Luke will be replaced after the A&M game with the off week the following week.

I doubt that. He's OM... if he's replaced, it'll be after the season imo