Drown Your Sorrows

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Special Ed

It will forever be known as the "Fun Punt Formation". I mean, who knows if we will ever see it again. The criticism it has received has been extraordinary. From Bob Griese in the booth during the game to every radio and tv commentary regarding the game since. So, I'm not sure if Lloyd will have the stones to run it again, but it would be FUN, wouldn't it?

Michigan jumped out to a 14-0 lead in this game, and all was fine in the Wolverine universe, but Iowa finished the game on a 30-13 run from that point, slowly but surely converting every Michigan miscue into some type of points. Once again however, it came to an end with the offense on the field, and an startingly familar overthrown 4th down ball by John Navarre. Iowa 30, Michigan 27.

Hell Week Continues

Minnesota remains. Consequently, the last time we won a road game was last year at Minnesota. Scary thought isn't it?

Still the Best: Team Can't Take Away the Spirit of UMTailgate

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What Makes Me Tailgate?

I love tailgating. I love Michigan Football. I love the feeling you get at the beginning of the season, hoping for perfection, having a clean slate, and knowing destiny is in control of the players on the field. I love seeing family members, both blood and tailgate inherited, in the unique setting that is the tailgate. I love seeing people grow up, grow older, and change as the weeks pass. I love the concerned look on the faces of others, wondering what my reaction will be after big losses. I love the way we inadvertently cheer each other up. I love the way names stiched into tailgating history make grown men cry. I love the way the wives and mothers marvel at the cooking abilities of the young men in the group. I love that 'away-win' feeling, when the home fans clear out and the Michigan players know and acknowledge the presence of their travelling fans. Iowa fans got that feeling this weekend. I love the superstitions, and the fact that we are undefeated when I wear a certain hat, a certain pair of socks, or see an opposing fan wearing a certain shirt. I love the class, the spirit, and the history surrounding Michigan Stadium and that we would never make a player or players bigger than the team by hanging a giant poster depicting them outside it. I love the way the Godfather has welcomed me into his tailgating family the same way he welcomed a small group of college students in Notre Dame eleven years ago, and the same way he welcomes all the newcomers each week.

I love tailgating. I love Michigan Football.

All Time Great Ass-Kickings

Michigan had it kicked, re-kicked, then force-fed to them by the Hawkeyes this weekend. Michigan suffered their worst home-loss since 1967. Iowa dominated every facet of the game, and most importantly dominated the scoreboard, defeating the Wolverines 34-9. Here's a list of some of the other greatest ass-kickings of all time:

Nolan Ryan over Robin Ventura: In 1993, Robin Ventura charged the mound to take out Nolan Ryan, only to be put in a headlock and repeatedly punched in the face.

Brian Herrgard over Tarek: In 1986, at Forest Elementary school, Tarek was dominated in a playground brawl in the first and only Riverview Wrestlemania.

Southgate Tough Guys over Dean Mourselas: In 1992, in front of the Southgate Harmony House, Dean was torn from his bicycle, and beaten by a group of unnamed assailants. His bottom tooth poked a hole in his bottom lip, requiring stitches.

Hulk Hogan over Andre the Giant: In front of a record indoor crowd in the Pontiac Silverdome, Hulk Hogan defeated Andre the Giant by way of a body slam, followed by the signature leg-drop and pin.

Up Next: Sparty

Preview coming on Wednesday, Tuggy's update on Thursday. Stay tuned.

GO BLUE!!!

The Webmaster

Hawkeye Halloween

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Victory From the Jaws of Defeat

Stephen and Bubba remained calm throughout as the Wolverines came back from a 20-7 third quarter defecit to defeat the Iowa Hawkeyes 32-26. It was the smallest tailgate since OSU 2000, as five hungover stragglers stumbled into Iowa City for the game. Click here for the post game recap and pictures.

Just the Good Ol' Boys

Friday's pre-game festivities were located in Chicago, as old friends united for a Halloween party known as "Boo Ya". For $25, guests were loaded up with a buffet of spirits. Mike provided gourmet snacks, and Bizzaro Jerry Sprague provided the music. Most came in costume, from angels and devils to the cast of The Dukes of Hazzrd, and most left drunk. 


Again...I apologize for the brevity...Sparty's up next...