This was a weekend filled with high level drama at all levels in the state of Utah. Buzzer beaters, bowl eligibility and similar mascots facing off were the main highlights. Let's take a look at how the weekend unfolded. Friday Night Hoops: Aggies vs Aggies: You don't play a team with your same mascot very … Continue reading Weekend Warriors
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Can Utah make the College Football Playoff
Utah was ranked #8 in the first College Football Playoff poll. They have one loss on the road at USC. If they continue to win are they in? Let's look at what the teams ahead of them have to do to earn a spot. #7 Oregon: This one doesn't take rocket science to figure this … Continue reading Can Utah make the College Football Playoff
The Battle for the Old Wagon Wheel 2019
In Washington the Huskies and Cougars play for the Apple Cup. In Oklahoma the Sooners and Cowboys play for the Bedlam Bell. And in the Beehive State the featured in-State rivals BYU and Utah play for the Old Wagon Wheel. BREAKING NEWS: The Utah Utes don’t play BYU for this esteemed trophy and as former … Continue reading The Battle for the Old Wagon Wheel 2019
BYU at USF: a Tampa Travel Guide
BYU has ironically never won a football game in the Sunshine State but there is a first time for everything. Will you be there to witness history? If you're watching from the couch you will need the CBS Sports Channel which is found in some cable packages as well as streaming options like YouTube TV … Continue reading BYU at USF: a Tampa Travel Guide
The Council of Dan: to pay or not to pay College Athletes
Four regular fans named Dan team up to discuss sports and other important issues. Aggie Fan Dan, Cougar Fan Dan, Ute Fan Dan and Jazz Fan Dan have assembled to create an impenetrable force. It is time to summon....the Council of Dan! Should college athletes be paid? Aggie Fan Dan (@USUTheRightBlue): Yes but not astronomical … Continue reading The Council of Dan: to pay or not to pay College Athletes
The Eye of the LSU Tigers
All that Rocky Balboa could think of was his girlfriend as he yelled "ADRIAN!" in the middle of his formidable opponent. He defeated that opponent in the final round. He also defeated his opponents in about 100 other movies. This is what makes the Eye of the Tiger song from the Rocky Soundtrack so motivating … Continue reading The Eye of the LSU Tigers
The Conquistadores Defeat the Aztecs
It wasn't quite a 93 year streak like the original Aztec empire of Mexico, but for 52 years the mighty San Diego State Aztecs reigned over the poor farmers of Logan, Utah. The only pig skin that these poor farmers were good at was slaughtering the hogs to make bacon. Even when the Aggies made … Continue reading The Conquistadores Defeat the Aztecs
Aggies vs Aztecs: Offense vs Defense
Utah State had one of the highest scoring offenses in the nation last year and looks pretty good this year. Last year, they avoided some good teams on the schedule. Replacing San Jose State, Hawaii and UNLV with Nevada, Fresno and San Diego State this year could make double digit wins a tough journey for … Continue reading Aggies vs Aztecs: Offense vs Defense
BYU Trojan Horse stuns USC
In the ancient legend, the Greek army thought they had the battle won when the Trojans gave them a gift they perceived to be a sign that they had surrendered. It was really a place for the Trojan army to hide so that they could defeat the Greek army in their pajamas at night. In … Continue reading BYU Trojan Horse stuns USC
BYU Volunteers as Tribute
In classic Hunger Games fashion, BYU was hungrier for a win than District 12 in their first ever visit to Knoxville, Tennessee. It wasn't pretty but the odds were in the Cougar's favor as they won an exciting double overtime game 29-26 at Neyland Stadium. There was plenty of BYU support at the game and … Continue reading BYU Volunteers as Tribute
