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Like so many coaches in the past, Rich Rodriquez is now on the world wide hot seat.  Internet tools have now taken their own steps toward the firing of Michigan’s first year head coach.  The website  http://www.firerrod.com is now up and running, complete with list of reasons Rich should be fired, clothing items to support Dick’s impeachment, as well as a count down to the end of Les Miles’ contract with LSU.
 

Although the former West Virginia head man is struggling this season with the Wolverines, it’s too soon to be calling for his head.   Combine a completely new offense with too many starting true freshman and you have a recipe for disaster for any coach at any program.

There’s already rumors flying that RR is going back to his old school, Clemson, to take over for the departed Thomas Bowden.  Perhaps West Virginia wants Rod back after their dismal start.  The saga continues in what is the greatest soap opera in the world, NCAA college football.

“It’s what he deserved.”

Clemson senior starting quarterback, Cullen Harper, describing how he felt about his head coach, Tommy Bowden’s firing on Monday.  The over-rated QB went on to say:

“He tried to motivate us but guys were off the bandwagon. There were things I disagreed with and that my teammates disagreed with. I didn’t appreciate it when he would say some off-the-wall things about me to the media. I guess one thing I can say is he gave me an opportunity to come to Clemson and play.”

Even Cullen’s daddy, Jeff, thought he’d kick Coach Bowden in the balls.  “I’d call it karma,” he said. “I thought it needed to be done. I think anytime a head coach or someone in a leadership position starts to place blame on his coaches and players, it weakens their respect on the team. His past experiences have shown he’s done that.”

While I don’t agree with the entire Harper jumping on Bowden, Tommy is notorious for having teams loaded with talent and flopping.  

Assistant Coach Dabo Swinney takes the reigns of a Clemson team and fan base just dying to turn the corner and finally live up to expectations.

One of the most talked about off-season coaching hires of 2008 has been under some intense fire since week one.  Former West Virginia coach, Rich Rodriquez, is now the head man at the University of Meeeechigan.  With him, he brings his Fun ‘n Gun, Run n’ Shoot, Fumble n’ Turnover style of offense.  While DickRod has had success in the past using the spread offense, his Wolverines are certainly struggling adjusting to the new system. 

Michigan lost in it’s own Big House on Saturday to 1-4 MAC team, the Toledo Rockets.  The Wolves, with a 2-4 record, face Penn State this weekend who is firing on all cylinders.  While many UM faithful figured the learning curve for Rich’s new offense would be high, no one predicted this.

The Michigan secondary gave up a Michigan Stadium record 20 catches to Rocket WR Nick Moore.  It’s scary to think what the Nittany offense could do next week.

Michigan’s record streak of 33 straight years with bowl game could very well be in jeopardy this year.  Their remaining schedule is no cake walk to 6 wins.

After 6 weeks of college football, there are some surprises in the Top 25 BCS rankings.  Although we’re still waiting for the official list, BCS Guru has been providing us with a list that will do just fine until then.

Here are the updates rankings:

0.6057 Georgia

If in July, you would’ve told me that after 6 weeks of football Vanderbilt, Northwestern, Ball State, and North Carolina were in the top 25, I would’ve called you Charlie Weis.

This weekend is going to shake up the rankings as Texas faces Oklahoma and LSU battles Florida.  Check in next week to see how these teams fair.

Go figure.  Lee is back to 3-3.  No one is surprised.  Corso picked Auburn to win on the road against anundefeated, ranked Vanderbilt squad.  No, I’m serious.  I said Vanderbilt, undefeated, and ranked all in the same sentence.   The Commodores have rattled off wins in the first five games of the season, including a huge SEC battle over Auburn.

Is Vandy legit?  They have wins over ranked SEC opponents South Carolina and Auburn.  They should rack up win 6 over Miss State this weekend.  And then lead us into a monster showdown with Georgia?  Who would’ve thought that Vandy/Georgia in week 7 would be a highly anticipated game?  Good work Commodores.

I’ve stated every week since the beginning of the season that the minus the USC/Ohio State game, the creativity and ingenious of college kids has diminished greatly.

1.  You People Are Blocking the Library

2.  ESPN - Erin, I will Sign a Pre Nup

3.  What’s worse: Auburn’s offense or The economy?

4.  Hey Kirk, The SEC Drew straws, Its Vandy’s turn to beat Ohio State in a Bowl Game

5.  Lee Corso Scores More than Auburn

ESPN Gameday travels to the Red River Shootout this Saturday to cover what is, of course, going to be a huge game between two undefeated teams, the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns.  Check out MGAF after the game to see how Corso fared as well as the funniest signs of week.  If there are any.

Senior All-world cornerback Malcolm Jenkins left yet another mark on his path to being one of the best defensive backs Ohio State’s rich history.  With less than one minute remaining in the game, the other Ohio State #2 snagged a pass from Wisky QB Allan Evridge to secure a 20-17 win over the Badgers.

Winning on the road at Camp Randall Stadium is no small feat.  The Badgers have won 19 straight at home and have one of the toughest crowds to back them up.  The third quarter tradition of blaring House of Pain while 90,000 drunk fans jump up and down has become a staple home Wisconsin games.

However, last night, other people got into the fun:

Ohio State’s new superhero backfield duo of true freshman Terrelle Pryor and bulldozer running back Beanie Wells did not disappoint. Wells covered 168 yards on the ground and scored once. Pryor, while making a few rookie mistakes, drove his team 80 yards in under 2:00 minutes to score on an option keeper.  This was TP’s first big test.  He passed.

Tuscaloosa is in heaven right now.  Nick Saban has turned that program around in just 2 years.  Who would’ve thought?  Lee Corso, that’s who!   He picked the elephants of Alabama to march into Sanford Stadium and beat the #3 Georgia Bulldogs on their field, at night, in the Black Out.

The nation watched as Matthew Stafford’s Heisman hopes were tossed away. 

Our main tan, Lee Corso, picked the upset.  Nice job Lee.  Big swing game for you and you came through.

Some of the funny signs seen at the Georgia/Alabama Gameday:

1.  Tebow knocked up Palin’s daughter

2.  USC forgot to shave their Beavers

3.  Get your tampons, it’s the Crimson Tide!

4.  Once you Go Black, you never go back

5.  I’ve had wedgies cooler than Alabama football

Overall, not a terrible week for creativity, but still not what MGAF likes to see.  By far, the OSU/USC Gameday brought the humor more than any other schools.  Check in next week when we review the picks and signs as Gameday travels to Vanderbilt.  Yes, I said Vanderbilt.

I have no idea how we missed this gem of a sign at the Auburn/LSU gameday, but this is a Top 10 sign of all time.  Well done.

Looks like history is repeating itself this year in college football.  Much like last season, the crazy upsets have started in 2008.

Maryland beat Clemson. Navy topped Wake Forest.  Mississippi knocked off Florida.  USC lost to the Beavers of Oregon State.  Michigan played the worst half of college football in a decade but managed to beat Wisconsin.  Georgia got thumped by Bama on their own field during a Black Out.

All these shockers have lead to some shakeups in the most recent edition of the unofficial Week 5 BCS standings.

1) 0.9472 Oklahoma
2) 0.9226 Alabama
3) 0.8135 Texas
4) 0.7975 LSU
5) 0.7674 Missouri
6) 0.6897 Penn State
7) 0.5983 Georgia
0.5712 South Florida
9) 0.5700 USC
10) 0.5664 Brigham Young
11) 0.5226 Utah
12) 0.5183 Texas Tech
13) 0.4167 Ohio State
14) 0.4120 Boise State
15) 0.4025 Florida
16) 0.3591 Auburn
17) 0.3391 Vanderbilt
18) 0.2377 Wisconsin
19) 0.2343 Kansas
20) 0.2295 Virginia Tech
21) 0.2095 Connecticut
22) 0.1641 Northwestern
23) 0.1582 Oregon
24) 0.1350 Oklahoma State
25) 0.1189 Fresno State

This weekend could bring us some upsets too.  Same games MGAF thinks could be upsets:

- Mizzou at Nebraska

- Oregon at USC

- Auburn at Vandy

- Oregon State at Utah - the reign of Beaver continues

The golden asshole finally cut his hair.  After growing his hair out to look like Vigo from Ghostbusters 2 (see below), Jimmy Clausen cut his hair and turned up his game against a decent Purdue squad.  The other JC threw for 275 yards and 3 scores in what may have been his best performance under center in his young college career.

Both offensive and defenive lines controlled the line of scrimmage for the Irish leading them to a win that could propel them in the right direction for the remainder of the season.  While the thought makes me puke in my mouth, we could honestly be looking at a potential BCS team in Notre Dame.  Due to the absolute garbage rule that allows ND in the BCS if they finish in the top 8, the Clausen-led team could do just that.  Their remaining schedule consists of games against Stanford, Washington, Pitt, Boston College, Navy, and Syracuse; which should all result in wins.

Look for the 2008 edition of Notre Dame to rewake the echoes of recent past and get smoked in a bowl game.