Let's Talk About History a little, say 1959...

I'm old enough to remember the game, but not all the excuses, but, this season is scaringly similar to the 1959 season (except this year LSU did beat Tennessee). LSU defeated #1 ranked (I think) Ole Miss 7-3 via a punt return that finalized the Heisman Trophy for Billy Cannon. Then, a rematch in the Sugar Bowl against Ole Miss netted LSU a 21-0 defeat. Why? Who knows.

The one thing I do know is that this year's LSU team is in my mind the best team that has ever been fielded in an LSU uniform. I think all the hype about distractions, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc. have overshadowed the fact that this group of young men and their dedicated coaching staff have given us all as fans of this game something to be completely proud of. I salute Coach Miles and his staff and everyone associated with the current program. I am proud of you all and especially what Coach Miles stands for. I woke up this morning, got dressed, thankful I had a job to go to and thankful I had a home and family that slept inside out of the weather and had a good meal to enjoy as the day started. Come on folks, let's get our priorities right here.

Look out for LSU in 2012-13. Geaux Tigers.

PS: I haven't seen anything written about where R. Sheppard was last night. Didn't even see him on the side lines. Was he dressed out?