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    Brosmer will practice with Gophers in Detroit

    Changes to college football rules killed JFK, and keep prescription drug costs high.
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    Corey Crooms declares for the NFL draft before Quicklane Bowl

    Wasn't he a Senior this year? I just assumed he wouldn't be back next season, and that Kristen Hoskins would step into the slot position? In addition to Hoskins, we'll have three experienced receivers returning in Daniel Jackson, Elijah Spencer, and Lemeke Brockington. Looks like we're going...
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    St. Olaf Wins the D-III National Championship in Soccer

    Nice! My twin daughters played club soccer for St Paul Blackhawks & two former teammates are Freshmen on that St Olaf team.
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    Jack Wilson's nickname should be:

    His nickname is the 'Jackhammer'.
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    Greg Johnson became the first true freshman O-lineman to play for Minnesota since Daniel Faalele in 2018

    Johnson came in at his position of LG, and it's interesting to note they slid Tyler Cooper over to RG, moving Lewis to the bench. On another series, Johnson played his LG position, Lewis played his RG position, and Cooper took a breather. Looks like they want to work Johnson in & see what...
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    Gizmo Brew Works Chapel Hill

    We're getting in Thursday night & are headed to the 'Top Of the Hill' to watch the Vikings, drinks & dinner. Looks like a good spot for the Vikes game if anyone wants to check it out? https://www.thetopofthehill.com/
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    Possible hurricane game vs UNC

    Nah, it was done intentionally to cause this reaction. There's certain things you don't bring up in a forum like this in 2023 unless you're looking to stir the pot. Religion, abortion, climate change, gun control, Covid vaccines, etc.
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    RT/RG

    Pretty sure Johnson's at LG behind Cooper/Shaw, and Ashton Beers is backing up RG behind Lewis. Don't be surprised if overall Beers is actually closer to starting than Johnson. Man does the future look bright along our OL with Cade McConnell at C, Johnson & Beers at G, Tony Nelson at LT, and...
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    RT/RG

    Nelson's a Left Tackle, and will probably never play anywhere else on the line. He is Ersery's heir apparent at the position. I wouldn't be surprised to see Ashton Beers, or even Greg Johnson get some run at Guard as the season goes on, and they gain experience. Cade McConnell is inline to...
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    RT/RG

    There's no doubt that Carroll is a better pass blocker than Lewis. He's also a better run blocker than Lewis. Carroll got a bad rap because he sucked the 1st half of last season in pass protection. He was one of our top guys in pass protection the 2nd half of last season though, and our top guy...
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    RT/RG

    Spot on. We were crappy in run blocking, even the guys who scored highest, and overall we did well in pass protection.
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    RT/RG

    Out of respect for GI I won't repost the exact PFF grades, but will say Ersery graded out the highest of the OL, and was #1 in run blocking & #2 in pass protection, with Carroll right behind him, at #1 in pass protection, and #2 in run blocking. There was a big drop off to Cooper, Boe & Lewis.
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    Game 1 takeaways

    We gave up less than 300 yards, only 10 points, had 3 interceptions, 3 sacks & a critical strip/fumble recovery.
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    Is the Thursday game a 'must win' for the Gophers?

    Yes, it's a must win. Can't go into Chapel Hill with a loss already on our record.
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    Paul Reubens, the actor best known for portraying Pee-wee Herman, died Sunday night after a private bout of cancer. He was 70.

    My favorite moment was after his arrest, when enough time had gone by he was asked to present at some award show as Paul Rubens. When he came on to present, the crowd went nuts cheering, laughing, etc. He stood there patiently until it was finally quiet, and asked "Heard any good jokes lately"? :)
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    Sports parents strike again…

    My daughters just finished their soccer careers, and they played at a high level. In about 8th grade a parent sent me an article about women's soccer scholarships. At that time the average award was about 6k a year. Couple that with there being no real professional...
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    Best Summer Songs

    Was going to post this one myself. Nice call.
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    New Wing Commit: Kristupas Keinys

    I like this signing for all the reasons already mentioned here. He fills an open roster spot, he has some athleticism, etc. From watching video he's clearly a scrappy player, plays weak side defense, passes well, has a nice looking stroke, and handles pretty well for a 6'7" wing. Someone posted...
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    Big Ten’s Best Returning Defensive Backs for 2023 (5. Tyler Nubin, MN)

    Nubin will be drafted higher than Walley, if Walley is drafted. Nubin was projected as a 2nd rounder, but chose to come back. You'd think he'll be 1st, or 2nd round in the next draft. Walley is a good college corner, but does not have the height, length or speed the NFL covets in corners. He may...
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    Tanner’s NFL Journey

    Lack of mobility is certainly near the top of the list, but I'd put lack of arm strength & height in the same tier of Tanner's deficiencies at the NFL level. When you're a short QB, mobility absolutely matters so they can roll you out of the pocket. He does have pretty decent accuracy & touch...



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