College Football: 2009 Season Discussion Thread
12-11-2009, 11:21 AM
#561
Bent = #1
^ 
I don't get why he didn't hold out for a better job where he would have a chance at a national championship...although I guess UC was pressuring him to try and lock him up long term.
He's inheriting a bunch of garbage up there, but I think he'll bring them back to respectable levels.
I'm curious as to what happens with UC now...if they'll remain at/around this level or permanently drop back into obscurity
I don't get why he didn't hold out for a better job where he would have a chance at a national championship...although I guess UC was pressuring him to try and lock him up long term.
He's inheriting a bunch of garbage up there, but I think he'll bring them back to respectable levels.
I'm curious as to what happens with UC now...if they'll remain at/around this level or permanently drop back into obscurity
12-11-2009, 01:33 PM
#562
an asshole from florida
yeah and central michigan is still pwning their conference now. I understand the coaching move happens alot (shit meyer did it to utah). I feel for the players at UC too. I would of liked a Brian Kelly Urban Meyer showdown.
I do understand a bit more as to why he left. The facilities there were horrible. Imagine what he can do with a top program and state of the art facilities. he brought the team to perfection by having them share a field to practice on. Ive been thinking wow imagine how much more prepared and trained theyd be with a good place to practice. Good luck at ND and Good luck to Cinci against us in the Sugar Bowl. I hope that it still turns out to be a great game
I do understand a bit more as to why he left. The facilities there were horrible. Imagine what he can do with a top program and state of the art facilities. he brought the team to perfection by having them share a field to practice on. Ive been thinking wow imagine how much more prepared and trained theyd be with a good place to practice. Good luck at ND and Good luck to Cinci against us in the Sugar Bowl. I hope that it still turns out to be a great game
12-14-2009, 09:31 AM
#564
yeah and central michigan is still pwning their conference now. I understand the coaching move happens alot (shit meyer did it to utah). I feel for the players at UC too. I would of liked a Brian Kelly Urban Meyer showdown.
I do understand a bit more as to why he left. The facilities there were horrible. Imagine what he can do with a top program and state of the art facilities. he brought the team to perfection by having them share a field to practice on. Ive been thinking wow imagine how much more prepared and trained theyd be with a good place to practice. Good luck at ND and Good luck to Cinci against us in the Sugar Bowl. I hope that it still turns out to be a great game
I do understand a bit more as to why he left. The facilities there were horrible. Imagine what he can do with a top program and state of the art facilities. he brought the team to perfection by having them share a field to practice on. Ive been thinking wow imagine how much more prepared and trained theyd be with a good place to practice. Good luck at ND and Good luck to Cinci against us in the Sugar Bowl. I hope that it still turns out to be a great game
I work about 5 minutes from campus...it's an oasis in the middle of a ghetto desert (yes that was lame
) There's just not much room for expansion unfortunately.Anyways, you going to the game? I've been invited to go down there riding on a Bengal bus with big screens...lodging and all that already taken care of for a damn good price, but I might not be able to get off work
12-14-2009, 01:54 PM
#566
Bent = #1
Ingram isn't even the best player on his team, and wasn't even the best RB in his conference. The Heisman is a fraud, and hopefully bama has now gotten the Heisman curse.
12-14-2009, 01:57 PM
#567
an asshole from florida
Im not going to the sugar bowl sadly. so many factors not going to let me go. I have the money for the ticket (only 65) but to find a place to stay and spending new years there. it would be cool just wish we went to the orange bowl for the game
12-14-2009, 04:34 PM
#568
DESI miern
Im glad Ingram won Heisman.. but then again, im a Tide fan. 
about Kelly, i dont think he shouldve left till after the Florida game.. now there's basically ZERO way on Cincy to even have a chance. i wanted to see a good game. =(
about Kelly, i dont think he shouldve left till after the Florida game.. now there's basically ZERO way on Cincy to even have a chance. i wanted to see a good game. =(
12-14-2009, 04:42 PM
#569
Suzuka Master
12-26-2009, 06:46 PM
#570
Super Car Enthusiast
Thread Starter
Urban Meyer to coach final game at Sugar Bowl (Breaking News, 12/26/09)
Apparently health reasons, wow.
(sorry mods if this should be merged in the College Football 2009 thread, thought it might deserve it's own)
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=4772952
Meyer to coach final game at Sugar Bowl
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Florida coach Urban Meyer, who was admitted to a hospital because of chest pains following the Southeastern Conference championship game, is stepping down because of health concerns.
Meyer resigned Saturday, calling it quits after five seasons in Gainesville and two national titles. He leaves Florida with a 56-10 record that includes a 32-8 mark in league play and a school-record 22-game winning streak snapped early this month against Alabama.
Urban Meyer is stepping down at Florida after the Allstate Sugar Bowl, and he goes out on top among current FBS coaches. His win percentage is the highest among active coaches with at least five years experience.
Meyer, 45, says he consulted with his family, his doctors, school president Bernie Machen and athletic director Jeremy Foley before deciding it is in his best interest to focus on his health and family.
Meyer will hold a news conference in New Orleans on Sunday afternoon and will coach his final game in the Sugar Bowl against Cincinnati on New Year's Day.
"I have given my heart and soul to coaching college football and mentoring young men for the last 24-plus years and I have dedicated most of my waking moments the last five years to the Gator football program," Meyer said in a statement. "I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me to reevaluate my priorities of faith and family.
"After consulting with my family, Dr. Machen, Jeremy Foley and my doctors, I believe it is in my best interest to step aside and focus on my health and family."
"Coach Meyer and I have talked this through and I realize how hard this was for him to reach this decision," Foley said in a statement. "But, the bottom line is that Coach Meyer needed to make a choice that is in the best interest of his well being and his family. I certainly appreciate what he has meant to the University of Florida, our football program and the Gator Nation. I have never seen anyone more committed to his players, his family and his program. Above all, I appreciate our friendship."
Meyer helped the Gators win two national titles in five years at Florida. He is the only coach to win two BCS titles.
A three-time national coach of the year, Meyer is 95-18 in nine seasons.
Meyer came to Florida from Utah, where he closed out his stint with 16 consecutive wins. He began his head coaching career at Bowling Green in 2001, where he engineered the top turnaround in NCAA Division I-A football, showing a six-win improvement from the previous season. The Falcons rebounded from a 2-9 record with their first winning season (8-3) since 1994.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Florida coach Urban Meyer, who was admitted to a hospital because of chest pains following the Southeastern Conference championship game, is stepping down because of health concerns.
Meyer resigned Saturday, calling it quits after five seasons in Gainesville and two national titles. He leaves Florida with a 56-10 record that includes a 32-8 mark in league play and a school-record 22-game winning streak snapped early this month against Alabama.
Urban Meyer is stepping down at Florida after the Allstate Sugar Bowl, and he goes out on top among current FBS coaches. His win percentage is the highest among active coaches with at least five years experience.
Meyer, 45, says he consulted with his family, his doctors, school president Bernie Machen and athletic director Jeremy Foley before deciding it is in his best interest to focus on his health and family.
Meyer will hold a news conference in New Orleans on Sunday afternoon and will coach his final game in the Sugar Bowl against Cincinnati on New Year's Day.
"I have given my heart and soul to coaching college football and mentoring young men for the last 24-plus years and I have dedicated most of my waking moments the last five years to the Gator football program," Meyer said in a statement. "I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me to reevaluate my priorities of faith and family.
"After consulting with my family, Dr. Machen, Jeremy Foley and my doctors, I believe it is in my best interest to step aside and focus on my health and family."
"Coach Meyer and I have talked this through and I realize how hard this was for him to reach this decision," Foley said in a statement. "But, the bottom line is that Coach Meyer needed to make a choice that is in the best interest of his well being and his family. I certainly appreciate what he has meant to the University of Florida, our football program and the Gator Nation. I have never seen anyone more committed to his players, his family and his program. Above all, I appreciate our friendship."
Meyer helped the Gators win two national titles in five years at Florida. He is the only coach to win two BCS titles.
A three-time national coach of the year, Meyer is 95-18 in nine seasons.
Meyer came to Florida from Utah, where he closed out his stint with 16 consecutive wins. He began his head coaching career at Bowling Green in 2001, where he engineered the top turnaround in NCAA Division I-A football, showing a six-win improvement from the previous season. The Falcons rebounded from a 2-9 record with their first winning season (8-3) since 1994.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
12-26-2009, 09:58 PM
#573
Senior Moderator
iTrader: (1)
^ werd.
12-27-2009, 07:53 AM
#577
Senior Moderator
iTrader: (1)
yes, i graduated in 97. you?
12-27-2009, 07:58 AM
#578
Senior Moderator
iTrader: (1)
my douchebag friends that went to fsu and alabama are having a great frickin time with this....real classy.
12-27-2009, 10:22 AM
#579
Bent = #1
Why would it be a ploy? He could have left to ND or the pros if he wanted. He's a 24/7 type coach so anything wrong with him medically and it will take it's toll over the 4-5 years he's been at Florida.
12-27-2009, 12:29 PM
#582
an asshole from florida
Ill tell you that Miami fans are having a field day right now.
It sucks that hes leaving since he was an amazing coach but florida will make a good decision on the next coach.
I wish the best for him and GO GATORS
It sucks that hes leaving since he was an amazing coach but florida will make a good decision on the next coach.
I wish the best for him and GO GATORS
12-27-2009, 01:31 PM
#583
an asshole from florida
now reports saying he is just going to take a leave of absence. With Steve Addazio coaching next year. I can deal with that especially since next year is a transition year. I really dont wana lose him
12-27-2009, 03:08 PM
#584
Bent = #1
He's doing it to salvage the recruiting class. Hicks, Shaw and Elam have already made it public that they will look at other schools. These were quotes before Meyer announced his new role, so I don't know if that will affect any of them.
12-27-2009, 03:47 PM
#585
Senior Moderator
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12-28-2009, 06:59 AM
#589
Bent = #1
If he's been suffering for 4-5 years he will not come back and remain healthy. He either will retire or take a CEO role of the team and let the OC/DC run the team. This only works when you have great assistants, but whenever you have great assistants it's hard to keep them on the staff for long periods.
01-07-2010, 08:54 AM
#592
Bent = #1
Although I'm an Auburn fan.. I must plead to everyone.. you do not want Alabama to win tonight's game.. This quote from Charles Barkley says it all...
"I always tell people the three saddest days of my life were the day Elvis died, the day JFK died and the day Alabama fired Mike Shula," he said. "This could be the longest year of our lives if they win. They are the worst winners in the history of civilization."
01-07-2010, 10:21 AM
#597
2008 Acura TL Type-S
It's gonna be tough for the 'Horns - they've struggled against really good defensive fronts. But the key is they figured out how to win those games. They won't panic if it becomes a defensive slugfest. I think they have slightly better than an even chance to win.
