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What am I missing about A&M..

Posted on 8/14/11 at 9:51 am
Posted by Tayday
Lake Charles. LA
Member since Mar 2011
5520 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 9:51 am
I see they have won 1 bowl game (2001) since joining the Big 12(10).. and finished in the top 25 last year for the first time since 1999.

Why all the hype? The Shermanator?
I understand returning all these starters creates promise but by the time they get to the SEC they're are going to suck balls.

Posted by Big Kat
Member since Feb 2009
5910 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 9:52 am to
Look back a little farther. And look at our fanbase, resources, etc. We have potential.
Posted by Red Stick Aggie
Baton Rouge
Member since Aug 2010
7 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 9:59 am to
We are finally putting the pieces together to form a strong foundation for a football team. You're right, our resume isn't stellar. But we've made some noise lately and could provide a great addition to the SEC area. The state of Texas is the unquestioned king of HS football and only stands to benefit those that have a hand in it.
Posted by ZereauxSum
Lot 23E
Member since Nov 2008
10176 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 10:37 am to
I like the deal from the rivalry POV. Arky hates them and they'll be a natural rival for us since we recruit the same swath of east Texas.

If we can find a decent counter-balance in the East like a FSU, VT or Clemson that would avoid a division re-alignment, then I really like this a lot.
Posted by Uncle Stu
#AlbinoLivesMatter
Member since Aug 2004
33661 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 10:43 am to
how can you be so myopic to not grasp the fact that gaining a footprint in the state of Texas is huge for the SEC

it's monumental, it's a game changer for everyone
Posted by Carlos Santannaclaus
Houston
Member since Jan 2008
3271 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 10:56 am to
A&M had a tough time for a few years, and then compounded it by hiring Dennis Franchione. It was like when Texas hired John Mackovic, it just was a terrible fit. They are recovering now.

I'd like to see the Ags get back to the "wrecking crew" days when their defense was nothing less than awesome.

It's a great school, with great tradition, a fanatic fan base, and lots of upside.
Posted by LSU Tigerhead
Metairie
Member since Nov 2007
4962 posts
Posted on 8/14/11 at 12:29 pm to
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Why all the hype?
1. TV Market is HUGE! It includes both Houston and Dallas. GARGANTUAN even!
2. Recruiting. It'll open up access to a LOT of Texas recruits we normally don't have a shot at. IMO, this will work out far better for A&M than any other SEC school; playing in the SEC and staying home in Texas provides a lot more incentive to recruits. Although, LSU should fare better than most other current SEC schools.

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