Let's Take a Look at Our Cox

Sorry, I couldn't resist. But after much review of the UGA vs South Carolina GameCOCKS game this past weekend, I wanted to bring something to everyone's attention that may not have STUCK OUT as much as some other things.

While much was made of the UGA defense in this game, supposedly giving up 38 pts, I think the story of this game lies in the offense. However, I do not think that the 38 pts scored by South Cackalacka is not entirely on the defense. 2 turnovers inside of the UGA 30, and another returned for a TD definitely played a role in the offensive outburst by the GameCOCKS. The UGA D did hold the COCKS offense to 5 red zone field goals, which had to make Stephen Garcia feel like a WEINER.

My story lies with our COX. COX quitely had a very solid game against the COCKS. 17-24 (70.8 %) for 201 yds 2 td's 1 int. Now, I was at the game on Saturday, so I waited to see the replay of the game (actually watching it about 3 times) before forming any opinion. What I started thinking was, how did ol' Stafford fare against these same COCKS...

2006- 8-19 (42%) for 171 yds 3 ints

2007- 19-44 (43%) for 213 yds 1 int

2008- 15-25 (60%) for 146 yds

Things that make you go "hmmmm". Now Stafford, of course, was the first overall pick in the draft this past season. COX seems to have outplayed Staffy-poo against this common opponent, and arch nemesis.

My question is, do we read into this? Is this reason for hope amidst the fog of the "BONER" plays that kept this game close? I think so. South Carolina may not be an offensive jugernaut, but they are damn solid on defense. After taking a look at our COX, it seems that he out performed Stafford against this team. Just food for thought...

It Was Fun While It Lasted...

Well, it seems that the college football season has gone as fast as it came. Boy was it fun while it lasted. With their epic 18-15 victory at Ohio State, USC again hoists the BCS Championship trophy.

Lead by the superstar QB that put together the greatest game in the history of superstar QB's, the Trojans were once again on the winning side of the most exciting game ever to see the grid iron. Go ahead and give the kid the Heisman, the numbers don't lie. 15-31 (48% completion pct) for 195 yds (avg a whopping 6.3 yds/catch) with 0 td's and 1 int. A masterful performance!

As a matter of fact, in the future, this needs to be the only college game played during the season. Due to the arrival of Matt Barkley, the next coming of Christ, and the omnipresent Terrell Pryor, why would any other team even want to field a team. These 2 kids are obviously the future. I mean, I was at the UGA vs South Carolina game on the edge of my seat awaiting the score of this game to cycle back through on the scoreboard... Who won the UGA/South Carolina game anyways??? It was boring.

This is my request to you the "Media". Please only give me highlights and insight to either USC or Ohio State, that is all anyone cares about. Please give this game the credit that it deserves. Please stopping making me scream my fucking head off because you dipshits are so short sided you don't see that 99% of the American people know that you penis' have tattoos of these middle of the road players (at this point in their career) on your butt cheeks and stand in front of the mirror naked and flex said cheeks alternatingly, fantasizing dialogue between the two...

Their Story Sounds A Lot Like Ours.

Well, we are within 2 days of the start of College Football... Say that again to yourself, "We are within 2 days of the start of COLLEGE FOOTBALL". This is how I wake up every morning these days.



I can't believe that it is this close. It is a good feeling to know that for the next 5 months, my Saturdays and Sundays (and Monday and Thursdays for that matter) are already planned. Can't believe it...

Well, I was thinking this morning as I was scanning the newest headlines across the nation. I noticed that Oklahoma State's starting CB, Perrish Cox, was arrested on Friday night for driving under a suspended license. I have heard that story before.

Another article I came across was about how the match up this weekend was the "biggest game" in the history of the program for a couple of reasons. One, was the preaseason #9 ranking. It is the highest they have had in like 13 years or so. Second, the SEC "powerhouse" Georgia is coming to town. A team that drubbed the F.K.A "The Greatest Show on Turf" in Athens 34-14. Finally, the ungodly amount of money that T.Boone put into opening this new facility of theirs.

I started thinking, man this sounds a lot like us (UGA) last year. Preseason hype, cover of Spotrs Illustrated, the whole 9 yds. Also, Okie State's starting QB, Zac Robinson, has been injured for a majority of the preseason with a leg injury. Now this arrest, and me reading comments made that "it feels like we have finally arrived" published in articles. If I were an Okie State fan, I wouldn't feel too good about stuff like this. UGA is going to come in with a chip on their shoulders. They get a couple of defensive stops, and play ball control, it could be a long night for you guys in Stillwater. UGA 28 Ok State 24.

Aww Fuck It, Turn Rennie Loose...

Given the recent trend of "gamesmanship" between Urban Meyers and Mark Richt during the World's Largest Cocktail Party:

1. 2 seasons ago, there was the "Celebration"
2. Last season, Urban calling timeouts to rub in the 49-10 thumping

My prediction this year, is the stakes will be upped quite significantly...

We all know of Rennie Curran's Nigerian background. We all see his genetically predisposed ability to chase opposing rb/qb's down as if they were the mighty gazelle on the Serengeti. This season, I think Coach Richt will allow Rennie to, let's say, get in touch with his heritage to one-up Coach Urban Meyers with the newest installment of the "Blackout"...





Florida fans, I know this doesn't bode well for you, or your team for that matter. You can thank Mark Schlabach of ESPN for the motivation behind this. Schlabach suggests that UGA shouldn't even show up for the game. I tell you one thing. I will be front and center to watch "the hunt", if you will... Desperate times call for desperate measures. I wonder if Tebow can lead his team to victory with a spear sticking out of his ass? That, in itself, would be a defining heisman moment.

My Name is Brett, and I am a Pathological Bitch

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Me No Take a Rosetta Stone

I don't mean to beat a dead horse, but as promised, I have a couple of observations from the David Ortiz press conference yesterday. No, its not about the fact that he of course denies everything. Although, admitting that he was reckless in buying over-the-counter supplements and vitamins. I am not fooled by these guys. They know what substances are not allowed. They know what supplements have these substances in them. They know they aren't supposed to be taking this stuff. What I am surprised to see is how he doesn't know how to speak f***ing english. Now, I have a 4 year old who can speak english just fine. Why can't Ortiz speak english when he has been here for 15 some-odd years???? Don't they have some kind of supplement that he can "recklessly" buy to help him with that? He will of course get a pass because he is a likeable guy, but we here at Gherkin's Place don't offer free passes. What we will offer is a free link:

http://www.rosettastone.com/

P.S- When is Peter Gammons going to make the "transition"???

Thaaats Gonna Leave a Mark

Now, I am not referring to Kurt "Batman" Pellegrino, who fought and won earlier in the night. I want to talk about Anderson "The Spider" Silva. For those of you who didn't watch UFC 101, take a gander at this.....

Now, there have been a couple of boxers that have explored the possibility of moving over to MMA, but this dude will definitely make you think twice about that idea. This best word to describe a beat down like this, is efficient. Silva threw maybe 20 punches total in the fight, and every one of them is gonna leave a mark. Just ask Griffin. Oh, wait, all he could do after the fight was run straight to his dressing room. Do not pass go, do not collect $200. A move I am anxious to see how fans respond to. If you are going to get your ass kicked, at least do it with some amount of dignity. I like Griffin, but not sticking around to at least congratulate Silva on a surgical thumping, is extremely low budget. Again, take it like a man. On the flip side, I wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't remember any of the fight after the first 1:30...