Now would be a great time to unite behind our current coaching staff

[SilentCommit]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

 

[red rover 70]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

I support Riley and Nebraska no questions asked!

 

[dinglefritz]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

POS... Post of Season.

 

[jteten]

I Concur OP. Lotta football left to play this year. GBR.

 

[Husker.Wed.]

I believe is the concept of "spiraling" both up and down. Sometimes one thing leads to another until something works really well, or becomes a dumpster fire. I get the feeling HCMR is somewhat snake bit right now between arriving here and seeing the holes, the injuries, the bad breaks, and possibly some attitudes surrounding the program. The feeling may be leading to desperation, which may be clouding good judgment (3rd down playcall, Stephenson's shirt, etc.) It would be really nice to have this game tomorrow be the beginning of spiraling up, instead of continuing to go down. If we fans could find it within ourselves to ratchet it down a notch or two, that might help.

 

[elomb3376]

Great Post. I don't chime in too often here, but you have summed up how I have felt pretty accurately. It would be great for the fans to do their part in rallying behind the program and show that we are with them and support them. Doesn't mean that it will fix everything, but couldn't hurt for there to be some unity behind a program that we all love.

 

[meo1960]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

Wins and Losses are the results of decisions made throughout the game. Coaches try to direct the play on the field with practice preparation and game time decisions. This new staff, that was supposed to be so much better due to their vast 'experience' has demonstrated very questionable decision making which has cost us at least 2 of our 3 losses thus far. It's easy to root for the kids. However trying to get behind incompetence is a bit more difficult. Riley was brought in to get us over the hump. 5 games in, the 'hump' has turned into a valley and people are now writing off this year as a rebuilding year. Sorry, but you don't get to run a 9 win coach out of town and then clamour for unity, in the face of poor coaching.
The old staff is gone, and yet the hatred for BO is even worse than when he was still coaching here. Any valid points of concern are turned into a BO vs. Mike debate. It's making ALL NEBRASKA MEDIA difficult to read or listen to. Living out of state, trying to avoid the feud, is difficult. USC used to be fun to listen to, but they seem to be one of the most Anti-BO blowhorns going. I think, these days, the Sharp & Benning show is my favorite. Love Damon's analysis.
I miss the power football we used to play, and I really hope the current staff can pull it together. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

 

[ATLsker]

I'm N!!!!!!!

It's funny how down I get after a disappointing loss, only to come right back and be excited for the next game. The coaches and the players are working their butts off for us, and I'm 100% behind them. GBR

 

[SnohomishRed]

. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

That right there is the crux of it - I we were playing clean and smart and losing, I do not think fans would have issues at all

 

[nuiscool]

I try not to complain often, and I 'm always behind this team. But we hired Mike Reilly. Come on.

 

[chicolby]

. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

That right there is the crux of it - I we were playing clean and smart and losing, I do not think fans would have issues at all

So, you're saying that you're not going to support the coaching staff?

 

[anon_f0p8yi74csor0]

Wins and Losses are the results of decisions made throughout the game. Coaches try to direct the play on the field with practice preparation and game time decisions. This new staff, that was supposed to be so much better due to their vast 'experience' has demonstrated very questionable decision making which has cost us at least 2 of our 3 losses thus far. It's easy to root for the kids. However trying to get behind incompetence is a bit more difficult. Riley was brought in to get us over the hump. 5 games in, the 'hump' has turned into a valley and people are now writing off this year as a rebuilding year. Sorry, but you don't get to run a 9 win coach out of town and then clamour for unity, in the face of poor coaching.
The old staff is gone, and yet the hatred for BO is even worse than when he was still coaching here. Any valid points of concern are turned into a BO vs. Mike debate. It's making ALL NEBRASKA MEDIA difficult to read or listen to. Living out of state, trying to avoid the feud, is difficult. USC used to be fun to listen to, but they seem to be one of the most Anti-BO blowhorns going. I think, these days, the Sharp & Benning show is my favorite. Love Damon's analysis.
I miss the power football we used to play, and I really hope the current staff can pull it together. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

First of all, I don't know how many times someone must take the time to explain this to you guys that just can't let things go! He was NOT fired due to 9 wins. He was fired because he was a complete asshole that didn't even want to be here and made that known quite often. If he would have conducted himself with a shred of class, then he would be here and have great support. You and your band of dipshits can NOT change anything so get a clue and get behind the man. Bo is never coming back period and your hope and dreams for Patterson, Saban, Harbaugh etc. is not and will not happen. So I advise you listen to the OP and wake up and get behind the team and hope things change otherwise you are going to have a few LOOOOOOONG years ahead of you.

 

[anon_f0p8yi74csor0]

I try not to complain often, and I 'm always behind this team. But we hired Mike Reilly. Come on.

Ok, so you need to find someone else to follow. It really is that simple

 

[anon_f0p8yi74csor0]

. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

That right there is the crux of it - I we were playing clean and smart and losing, I do not think fans would have issues at all

That is not true, you guys would still find something to complain about since your choice was not hired. Again for the 50th time, he is the coach. He is not going anywhere unless he wants to regardless what happens in the next two seasons so either get on the train or get the hell out. It is that simple. This is not about nine wins, if you still think that then you guys are clueless.

 

[SnohomishRed]

That is not true, you guys would still find something to complain about since your choice was not hired. Again for the 50th time, he is the coach. He is not going anywhere unless he wants to regardless what happens in the next two seasons so either get on the train or get the hell out. It is that simple. This is not about nine wins, if you still think that then you guys are clueless.

Riley has gotten off to bad start but he can still turn it around here. I understand he is the coach and I hope he remains the coach for along time - But I think pressure and criticism can actually be his friend here. There are some things evident after only a few games that need fixing from a coaching standpoint. If there is one thing he knows now, that maybe he did not already its that we expect good coaching and attention to detail. if he reacts and fixes stuff its a a very good sign going forward - If he and his assistants take the approach fans are to harsh and expectations are out of line, then nothing gets better. In fact was not the biggest issue with Bo that he did not fix the mistakes and blamed fans and media expectations on his own shortcomings. That in addition to being a prick about it and having a pretty foul mouth for a grown man with kids.

I am done with this whole look the other way thing and hope it all comes out good - all in the name of being a good fan. I did that with Solich, Callahan and Pelini - in the end my support of these guys meant squat we still ended up sucking.

I expect a well coached team that is playing hard - That is all I expect I do not expect them to wn every game or even have some type of win total they must meet. If they are not well coached and do not play hard and this is not fixed then yes I think fans in general and myself in particular will find something else to do rather than root for a team that is dysfunctional or incompetent

 

[Soda Popinski]

. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

That right there is the crux of it - I we were playing clean and smart and losing, I do not think fans would have issues at all

I completely agree with this. But you have two options. They are 1) complain about it, 2) shut up about it. Number 1 isn't doing anyone any good and isn't going to change anything anyway.

So if you love Nebraska football, as you claim, you're definitely not helping, and can only be hurting it by continuing to complain. I think this is the point being made here. Get behind the team and coach, or keep your grumbling to yourself.

 

[jeans15]

If every one can say they did the same for the last coaching staff I'm N.

I'm cheering for Nebraska regardless of who the player or coach is.

 

[timnsun]

I try not to complain often, and I 'm always behind this team. But we hired Mike Reilly. Come on.

This doesn't sound like always being behind this team...

 

[NikkiSixx]

don't poop where you eat

 

[timnsun]

I completely agree with this. But you have two options. They are 1) complain about it, 2) shut up about it. Number 1 isn't doing anyone any good and isn't going to change anything anyway.

So if you love Nebraska football, as you claim, you're definitely not helping, and can only be hurting it by continuing to complain. I think this is the point being made here. Get behind the team and coach, or keep your grumbling to yourself.

At time Snohomish has been thoughtful in his posts... And I can see where he is coming from. At other times, I don't follow his reasoning. I have seen him of late trying to be positive about the coaches and the potential they show.

I do get frustrated with the negativity from a lot of posters, but I think Snohomish is trying to see the potential and the possibilities. I give him credit for that, and do think he is not like a lot of others who are simply badmouthing this coaching staff relentlessly.

I do think he is behind the coaches, but at the same time, he isn't afraid to shine a spotlight on the stuff that should, in time, get fixed. This is better than what I have seen from those who are not behind this hire in any way.

 

[red rover 70]

If every one can say they did the same for the last coaching staff I'm N.

I'm cheering for Nebraska regardless of who the player or coach is.

I was the biggest Bo Pelini fan till i figured out he didn't give a rat's ass about Nebraska. That's on him.

 

[scarletred]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

Very good post, But first thing is I'm a spoiled Nebraska fan and breaking news I'm not the only one if you can believe that or not....I've pounded the 9+ win seasons because that is what I grew up with (except for 1967,68,2002,2004,2005,2007) So this season feels like 2004 all over for me, but you can bet that tomorrow I'll be yelling for the boy's to beat Wisconsin I'm not very confident after last week but I'll be doing my part inside the stadium tomorrow.... As much as I'm pissed at Eichourst I'm behind Riley and his staff and I hope we can at least be bowl eligible with all the unpredicted injuries we have had up to this point.

GBR.

 

[meo1960]

First of all, I don't know how many times someone must take the time to explain this to you guys that just can't let things go! He was NOT fired due to 9 wins. He was fired because he was a complete asshole that didn't even want to be here and made that known quite often. If he would have conducted himself with a shred of class, then he would be here and have great support. You and your band of dipshits can NOT change anything so get a clue and get behind the man. Bo is never coming back period and your hope and dreams for Patterson, Saban, Harbaugh etc. is not and will not happen. So I advise you listen to the OP and wake up and get behind the team and hope things change otherwise you are going to have a few LOOOOOOONG years ahead of you.

I always taught my kids that when someone resorts to name calling, it usually implies that they are incapable of forming a capable argument.

 

[anon_f0p8yi74csor0]

I always taught my kids that when someone resorts to name calling, it usually implies that they are incapable of forming a capable argument.

I am plenty capable...you are clueless if you think that this whole thing is about nine wins. Support the new guy because it's the only choice we have. He is here and that is it Hope that we bring in more talent. Why don't you teach your kids what it means to be a FAN

 

[nebcountry]

First of all, I don't know how many times someone must take the time to explain this to you guys that just can't let things go! He was NOT fired due to 9 wins. He was fired because he was a complete asshole that didn't even want to be here and made that known quite often. If he would have conducted himself with a shred of class, then he would be here and have great support. You and your band of dipshits can NOT change anything so get a clue and get behind the man. Bo is never coming back period and your hope and dreams for Patterson, Saban, Harbaugh etc. is not and will not happen. So I advise you listen to the OP and wake up and get behind the team and hope things change otherwise you are going to have a few LOOOOOOONG years ahead of you.

I can only make a suggestion, you are free to act upon it if you chose. Reread the OP. The only mention of "team" is pointing to malcontents. The OP is asking you to support the COACHES. That is my main problem with this thread and many other posts just like. "Come join the party and overlook anything concerning about the coaches, but feel free to take your most ugliest shots at the players".

 

[ssmill777]

Wins and Losses are the results of decisions made throughout the game. Coaches try to direct the play on the field with practice preparation and game time decisions. This new staff, that was supposed to be so much better due to their vast 'experience' has demonstrated very questionable decision making which has cost us at least 2 of our 3 losses thus far. It's easy to root for the kids. However trying to get behind incompetence is a bit more difficult. Riley was brought in to get us over the hump. 5 games in, the 'hump' has turned into a valley and people are now writing off this year as a rebuilding year. Sorry, but you don't get to run a 9 win coach out of town and then clamour for unity, in the face of poor coaching.
The old staff is gone, and yet the hatred for BO is even worse than when he was still coaching here. Any valid points of concern are turned into a BO vs. Mike debate. It's making ALL NEBRASKA MEDIA difficult to read or listen to. Living out of state, trying to avoid the feud, is difficult. USC used to be fun to listen to, but they seem to be one of the most Anti-BO blowhorns going. I think, these days, the Sharp & Benning show is my favorite. Love Damon's analysis.
I miss the power football we used to play, and I really hope the current staff can pull it together. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

I don't disagree with what you wrote, just have one question: What good does it do for us fans to keep harping on the play, the mistakes, the penalties, the drops, the coaches decisions, etc. It won't change anything, except maybe the minds of a few quality recruits that might have come to Lincoln, and the perception of the League (and the country) that we're a bunch of whiners & complainers. Just saying!

 

[Harry Caray]

Calls for patience led to 7 years of Bo Pelini. I hope Riley can turn it around, but if he doesn't start winning, empty seats will speak louder than anybody on a message board.

I know several people with extra tickets to Saturday's game that can't get rid of them for free. And it's only 4th home game of the Riley era against a pretty decent program. That's kind of troubling.

 

[bigbadjim990]

With the spotlight shining on continuing divisions within the players, it should be compelling to all of us to unite. Current Riley supporters need to understand the trepidations of doubters. Riley doubters need to understand that there's no new solution coming soon. All of us need to understand that the locker room is populated with a faction that didn't move on, and harbors resentment and ill will to the program, administration and fan base. I can't emphasize how destructive that is.

IMHO all of us need to forget the win loss record this season, based on the current evidence. Like it or not, we're rebuilding now. Time to get behind the coaching staff. Let's go.

It's really obvious that no solution is coming soon. The question is how long will it take to get the solution. No I will not "forget" the win loss record. That's why the last guy got fired. I have doubts about the new guy. This situation is on SE. We shall see what happens.

 

[bigbadjim990]

Wins and Losses are the results of decisions made throughout the game. Coaches try to direct the play on the field with practice preparation and game time decisions. This new staff, that was supposed to be so much better due to their vast 'experience' has demonstrated very questionable decision making which has cost us at least 2 of our 3 losses thus far. It's easy to root for the kids. However trying to get behind incompetence is a bit more difficult. Riley was brought in to get us over the hump. 5 games in, the 'hump' has turned into a valley and people are now writing off this year as a rebuilding year. Sorry, but you don't get to run a 9 win coach out of town and then clamour for unity, in the face of poor coaching.
The old staff is gone, and yet the hatred for BO is even worse than when he was still coaching here. Any valid points of concern are turned into a BO vs. Mike debate. It's making ALL NEBRASKA MEDIA difficult to read or listen to. Living out of state, trying to avoid the feud, is difficult. USC used to be fun to listen to, but they seem to be one of the most Anti-BO blowhorns going. I think, these days, the Sharp & Benning show is my favorite. Love Damon's analysis.
I miss the power football we used to play, and I really hope the current staff can pull it together. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

Well said.

 

[GammaxuvirHusker]

. Losing a well played, hard fought game is one thing. Losing due to poor decision making is another.

That right there is the crux of it - I we were playing clean and smart and losing, I do not think fans would have issues at all

That's my main issue with this staff. They are too experienced to be making some of the rookie mistakes we've seen. If they could show me something that gives me hope for future improvement, I'd get fully behind them win or lose. At this point, I'm just not seeing it.

 

[newAD]

I was the biggest Bo Pelini fan till i figured out he didn't give a rat's ass about Nebraska. That's on him.

That'd be about the time he was courting the Penn State Job IMO.

 

[Nebraskaway]

That'd be about the time he was courting the Penn State Job IMO.

It is not up to Bo. He's gone, remember?

It is all up to Mike.If he wins, or loses while looking like a smart, savvy, experienced coach, this all goes away. If this continues, the whole board is going to spend the next 3-4 years waiting for Scott Frost.

 

[meo1960]

You

I am plenty capable...you are clueless if you think that this whole thing is about nine wins. Support the new guy because it's the only choice we have. He is here and that is it Hope that we bring in more talent. Why don't you teach your kids what it means to be a FAN

Seem very emotional. I briefly mentioned the 9 wins BO achieved every year he was here and you got hung up on it, kinda proving my point about the Pelini hatred in the fanbase. These coaches are not rookies like BO was. They have been coaching for many years. Your BoHate seems to blind you OR it is used to deflect attention from basic mistakes being made by the current 'experienced' coaching staff. Mistakes so elementary, a pee wee coach knows how to handle, and yet these guys are paid 6 figures to know better. I would argue that you are the one that needs to move on. BO's gone, we have new coaches which bring new hopes and new problems. If you haven't been listening, Oregon state fans have been taking time to come here and tell us these are the same mistakes they were seeing at OSU.

I'll be in front of the TV tomorrow, as will most others rooting on the kids. Being a fan does not mean one turns a blind eye to poor decision making. I believe most of us are envious of these guys that are fortunate enough to be able to make a living coaching the game of football. Some here have probably coached at some level. We know what winning football looks like and were not seeing it right now.

Let's hope to see improvement moving forward. GBR!

 

[Lincoln100]

I always taught my kids that when someone resorts to name calling, it usually implies that they are incapable of forming a capable argument.

Then you taught your kids wrong, respectfully.

 

[Lincoln100]

It's really obvious that no solution is coming soon. The question is how long will it take to get the solution. No I will not "forget" the win loss record. That's why the last guy got fired. I have doubts about the new guy. This situation is on SE. We shall see what happens.

you couldn't be more wrong. If he could have avoided either 1) the team he coached being sodomized on an annual basis OR 2) acting like a 16 year old on steroids when things didn't go his way, he would still be the coach here, without any difference in the "win" or "loss" column. It isn't difficult.

 

[Tulsa Tom]

I'm not sure why we just don't unite behind our team. It seems like there is a group of posters that will pound on our players (our guys aren't talented, our d-ends don't work hard enough, our starting tailback needs demoted, our dbacks are clueless, Tommy is just being Tommy, we got some renegade players who have ill will to the program) but pat themselves on the back for being so positive because they won't even point to the most obvious mistakes of our coaching staff. Why is this considered to be positive? Why is it wrong to be critical of the guy making 2+ million bucks a year but OK to rip players who are simply on a scholarship?

I have never understood the logic of this view.

 

[ThereIsNoPlace]

I was the biggest Bo Pelini fan till i figured out he didn't give a rat's ass about Nebraska. That's on him.

And what makes you think anyone on this coaching staff cares about Nebraska? Nobody is from here, attended school here or has one tie to the program. Caring for outsiders can happen, but it takes time and wins; 2 things these coaches are very short on.

 

[newAD]

It is not up to Bo. He's gone, remember?

It is all up to Mike.If he wins, or loses while looking like a smart, savvy, experienced coach, this all goes away. If this continues, the whole board is going to spend the next 3-4 years waiting for Scott Frost.

Uh.....what?

 

[Tulsa Tom]

Says the lying preacher who ragged on Armstrong all last season. Your schtick is tired, fake-ass holy man.

I might get upset that your name calling is so protected here...but frankly it is so ridiculously funny that I just can't get mad about it.

 

[Lincoln100]

And what makes you think anyone on this coaching staff cares about Nebraska? Nobody is from here, attended school here or has one tie to the program. Caring for outsiders can happen, but it takes time and wins; 2 things these coaches are very short on.

Is there a certain amount of money that you will accept to not post for the rest of the season? I am serious. Say the number and which moderator you want to collect, and I and whoever else is willing to pitch in can contact them to make a donation. If they get the correct amount, they contact you and you agree to not post until after signing day in February.