MSU vs PSU

It was awful. At first, I thought we had a chance. Our defense looked pretty good. They went 3 and out, we went 3 and out. Thought it would be a tight game. Didn't really expect MSU to win - we were a 14 point underdog - but I didn't expect for us to get so blown away. The final score was 49-18.

Hoyer should have come out much sooner. Using Ringer when it was obvious that Penn State could read him so well was a poor choice. But I have to say that they never quit playing - they just didn't play well.

So, now we wait and see - will we play in Tampa at the Outback Bowl or in Tempe, AZ in the Insight Bowl? In all likelihood, we'll be in Tampa. The Spartans have had an awesome season. Back to back winning seasons, back to back Bowl games...Dantonio and the Spartans deserve praise.

The Band will go to the Bowl Game and for them, it's an opportunity to be seen by people who only see the Spartans on TV. ESPN and ABC don't show much of the bands before or during the game, and never any part of the half-time show. That's a shame really. They work so hard - a new show for every home game means new music to memorize and new sets/marching routines. If you think they aren't athletes, just try it some time! The talent, dedication and shear physical work involved deserve respect. It annoys the hell out of me when the bands are ignored or ridiculed. These are awesome young people.

Unless you know someone in a college level marching band, you can't know, really, what I mean. People who can't walk and chew gum at the same time look down on the 'band geeks'. If they only knew...

Ah well - enough of my soapbox.

GO GREEN GO WHITE!