A good morning to reflect on college football

[Plazus]

I know how many ways Michigan could have won, they outplayed osu.  They should have won.  This is not the first time the better team lost and every error is scrutinised.

This is false. UM outplayed OSU for 3 quarters, however they could not keep up in the 4th when it mattered the most. UM's offense was gassed in the entire 4th quarter and was relying on their defense to win the game for them... that didn't work out too hot- not especially when your beloved coach can't control his temper.

Stop being a salty, #bitterlydisappointed Wolverine fan and just admit to the fact that OSU played hard and capitalized on the opportunities that UM gave them.

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Yet sometimes there are indeed really bad calls.

Truly.  Teams that win do things to overcome obstacles. 

[Masherbrum]

Truly.  Teams that win do things to overcome obstacles.

This is false. UM outplayed OSU for 3 quarters, however they could not keep up in the 4th when it mattered the most. UM's offense was gassed in the entire 4th quarter and was relying on their defense to win the game for them... that didn't work out too hot- not especially when your beloved coach can't control his temper.

Stop being a salty, #bitterlydisappointed Wolverine fan and just admit to the fact that OSU played hard and capitalized on the opportunities that UM gave them.

UM managed 310 yards of total offense, OSU managed 330.   But remember less yardage, three turnovers and forward progress is being outplayed.

Integrity goes a long way.    Harbaugh forgets that his players are human and will make mistakes.  Like "the punt", "the pick 6".   Adversity is a fickle thing.

[Hajo]

Iv'e been quiet about this.  Michigan shot itself in the foot.  Two interceptions and the UM Coach gets a 15 yard penalty against his team for having a meltdown in front of the Officials.

Any good Coach knows that in a game of this importance his only influence should be on coaching.  Harbaugh decided to be a part of the game when he had his meltdown.  The Officials

had no choice but to call that penalty.  He performed his childish rant right in front of an Official.  His actions challenged the official.  Not a good idea in a game of that importance.

There was a fumble also that had a great deal to do with Michigan's loss.  This was Michigan's chance to beat the Buckeyes who had 16 first year players, 8 on offense and 8 on defense.

They blew it, not the officials.  Things taken in regard also is that Michigan won ONE game outside the state of Michigan.  OSU went on the road to Oklahoma, and Wisconsin and won both

games.  OSU lost to PSU and Michigan lost to Iowa And OSU in away games.  Face it, Michigan lost two games.  OSU lost one.  I don't think it matters because I am of the opinion that

Alabama would defeat either in the playoffs.  I'll be rooting for the Buckeyes but feel that next year they will be much better then they are this year.  Lot's of  recruits were at the  OSU game

Saturday..  Just read that #29 ESPN recruit committed to OSU today.  ESPN Staff writer Tom VanHarren  reported #2 OLB Baron Browning from Texas was also recruited by Alabama, Florida

State, UCLA, TCU and Michigan.  He was at the game Saturday as one of the recruits.

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Hajo,


As an Alabama fan, I can tell you Bama has weaknesses that can be exploited.  They are beatable.


That said - ROLL TIDE

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2016-12-01/do-college-football-refs-have-it-in-for-your-team

Here's some recent research to back up my claims that the refs are in deed biased at times. In all confrences. I wonder why? $$$$$$$

[NatCigg]

It is human nature.  It is our emotions.  Watching the game it was obvious to me how the came was called.  you see a ref must draw the line and hold it to be fair.  think of a baseball umpire calling strikes.  He has a right to draw the where he sees fit, and to be fair the line must be consistent.  In my opinion the game was not called fair.  some calls were very strict and yet others more relaxed.  after all the biased calls, jt was short and the game was over.
 

[Masherbrum]

Too bad he made it farther than that UM lovers pic.   You lost and no, not everyone does what you are doing.    It was funny watching you three pig pile me last season and to watch the continued excuses is gratifying.

Game was called fine and UM pooped the bed.   Blaming refs is Bush league, when you are still deliberately ignoring the turnovers.

The continued arrogance is hilarious BTW.

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Too bad he made it farther than that UM lovers pic.   You lost and no, not everyone does what you are doing.    It was funny watching you three pig pile me last season and to watch the continued excuses is gratifying.

Game was called fine and UM pooped the bed.   Blaming refs is Bush league, when you are still deliberately ignoring the turnovers.

The continued arrogance is hilarious BTW.

I'm saying refs are terrible all across all confrences. Not your beloved buckeyes. Step down and talk to us

[Masherbrum]

I'm saying refs are terrible all across all confrences. Not your beloved buckeyes. Step down and talk to us

I am not a Big 10 fan, nor will I ever be.   

When you live in Michigan,  interact with Alumni and Walmart Wolverines.    There is an arrogance that appears, when their team loses a big game.   Just like what is happening in this thread.    This applies to UM more so than other teams.   

Referees aside.   Three turnovers and the meltdown of "an elite coach", lost that game.   Period.   

[NatCigg]

My continued arrogance is hilarious BTW.

not really. Funny how you come around to hate on Michigan again. that's the only similarity i see to last year. 

I've commented on issues, we have talked very little about the game.  If you would like to we could talk about how it was awesome game played at a elite level.  The 4 plays you mention were as important as the 4 calls i mentioned.  It was great football.  Without gory details, as I've mentioned, Michigan outplayed OSU.  I know you dont want to hear it.  It is a tough argument because they both played very well.  Not much to say beyond that.

[Masherbrum]

not really. Funny how you come around to hate on Michigan again. that's the only similarity i see to last year. 

I've commented on issues, we have talked very little about the game.  If you would like to we could talk about how it was awesome game played at a elite level.  The 4 plays you mention were as important as the 4 calls i mentioned.  It was great football.  Without gory details, as I've mentioned, Michigan outplayed OSU.  I know you dont want to hear it.  It is a tough argument because they both played very well.  Not much to say beyond that.

No argument.   Michigan got beat.  You've shown the others how inept you are.   

Edit: "hating".    Not our fault you didn't go there and whimper about losing.   There's always next year Sally.

[Hajo]

No argument.   Michigan got beat. 

You've shown the others how inept you are.

Jay I can't believe what I am reading.  Excuse after excuse and the complete ignorance of the facts.  If Michigan would have beat OSU I would have congratulated them on their victory graciously.  Really!

Seems to me on these boards however the Michigan fans are whiners like their coach.  Michigan may get into the playoffs.  Longshot but true.

Michigan fans on these boards need to grow up somewhat.  Their arrogance and refusal to acknowledge the facts of the game and outcome speak volumes about their attitude.

Fact is YOU LOST.  You lost when you let Iowa beat you.  Get over it and move on.  There is always next year.

[Masherbrum]

I believe it.   1-1 vs MSU and 0-2 vs OSU, but they are the elite.   They had an easy schedule and lost to Iowa on the road.   But when the rubber meets the road?   Yet another failure of a season,  because you cannot beat OSU.

[NatCigg]

And there is next year.  I guess we leave it at that.  No point in talking if it going to be twisted into cliche hate.  You'll like it if we rolled over and said the better team won.  Not so fast, there is more to the story.  One accurate spot and all your banter about excuses would not exist.  I should stop now, I see it only fuels more Michigan haters.  Till next year...ps it was a great game, despite what the haters say.  It takes a lot to beat touchdown Jesus.