Johnny Hammersticks

Sounds to me like the “awkwardness” toward the end was in fact related to settling the remainder of his contract. Fully sounds like it was JB’s decision to retire and he was ready.

Football sucks. Basketball will be okay as long as they’re packing the dome, but it’s difficult to recruit against “good weather” schools. Got it 👍

A Judah/JJ backcourt 🤤

Would be easier than adding another stupid app on my phone. Just chip me like a friggin chihuahua.

What do they see in this kid? Is this special teams driven? I don’t get it.

Adele is probably a better singer, but I’m not a fan of her music. Boring and sad boo hoo break up songs. I’m alright with Gaga. I liked Amy Winehouse (RIP) a lot. Soulful, fun music.

I think the bell curve moved when I was born.

I don’t know, did he? I didn’t watch.

Poker Face on Peacock was really entertaining. Sort of a who-done-it murder mystery/comedy. Clever writing and some outstanding guest stars.

There’s not enough beer in Milwaukee.

He’s fast, but some perspective…

Wasting no time!

It remains to be seen, of course, but Syracuse is still a good draw bc they’re in the ACC and play in the dome regularly in front of 25K fans. Tons of national exposure. And Red Autry is regarded as one of the best recruiters in college basketball. Syracuse will always have that “blue blood” status in college basketball. Will Autry be a good HC? Who knows? It is a good sign that the best ‘24 recruit has already announced that he will remain committed to ‘Cuse, and Judah hinting today that he will stay another season is also promising. It will also be telling what Red is able to draw in the transfer portal. Based on everything I hear about Autry, I am feeling optimistic.

Looks like Judah hinting at a return to ‘Cuse. Autry continuity 🙏

Oh lord! Protect the poor children from this gargoyle! 😱

I’d wrestle her. Even the fluffier version.

We shall see, and I hear your points. A little birdie told me to expect man defense next season though. 🤔🤷🏾‍♂️

I feel like the zone is bad for recruiting the more “high profile” prospects. Am I off in my assumption? I feel like the big 5* guys with clear pro aspirations want to go to a program that plays man defense. I also feel like the better teams of today have multiple outstanding outside shooters which of course is the Kryptonite of the 2-3 zone…

Recruiting continuity 😉

Yeah, I interpreted that as him saying it was up to the university to determine how they handle the remainder of his contract, as depending on the contract coaches typically get compensated better if they are fired than if they retire/resign. I could be totally off though. It was rumored that JB had decided to retire way back in 2017, but the university allowed him to change his mind at the last minute which pissed off Mike Hopkins who was expecting to take over. Not sure how much of that is true. It could very well be that he was coerced to retire after the past two abysmal seasons. Either way, it was clearly time for him to go and I am please with Autry being his successor.

Don’t underestimate what Red brings to the table in terms of recruiting. Especially now that he’s the main man. I’m optimistic that he does a good job turning the program around.

Ji’Aiyr Brown is such an intriguing prospect, but I’m not sure his style fits this defense. Not known to have great instincts in coverage. More of an in the box thumper.

I can’t say that you’re wrong, but nothing in that article suggests to me that JB was forced out. That said, I hope Red finally abandons that antiquated zone defense.

Link?