If the team had quit giving games away and finding ways to lose I wonder what that record would be? Yeah, we got beat in some, but we gift wrapped a bunch of them (just like last week). Correct that, and let's see where we are going forward.
Are you a Husker fan or just a contrarian?
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If the team had quit giving games away and finding ways to lose I wonder what that record would be? Yeah, we got beat in some, but we gift wrapped a bunch of them (just like last week). Correct that, and let's see where we are going forward.
Yeah, like CU fans. They like to trash opposing fan's cars to show their support for CU.
First off, I want to start by saying that, IMHO, the board mods here are first rate. I've never had any complaints -- uh, maybe one. When a mod accused GOBIGRAD in a public thread of being a Crazyhole sockpuppet when it wasn't true. I assumed it was since mods would have ways of knowing. Following Crazy's untimely death, I still get the heebie-jeebies whenever that clown does a drive-by post (like he did here.)
But back on topic, I cringe whenever I see mods on any message board turn into 'thought police.' A LOT of boards -- especially fan sites like Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, etc. -- routinely practice that kind of nonsense. God knows our country could sure use some thought policing, but that's not what a democracy is all about.
In my opinion, there's a big difference between trolling and regular Husker posters who want voice their anger and frustrations. I usually don't agree with Mrjfb and kmillz and sometimes their takes piss me off and get under my skin. But that said, I would be upset if they or others like them were sanctioned by the board for their 'negativity.' They should be free to voice their opinions in my book.
Every poster brings their own unique style to their posts. The quality of takes here (positive or negative) are a big part of why I prefer BHF to the other Husker boards. Okay, Okay, Okay, with ONE exception: I could do without Hunchie and his annoying use of %$$#@% acronyms. They are SO frustrating 'cause I rarely 'get' them. FYI, FWIW, if I were a mod here, I'd BAN his butt for that crap!!!
I think what they are getting at is turning EVERY post into a "I hate so and so and he is ruining this team" post. We dont need the same thing in every single post.First off, I want to start by saying that, IMHO, the board mods here are first rate. I've never had any complaints -- uh, maybe one. When a mod accused GOBIGRAD in a public thread of being a Crazyhole sockpuppet when it wasn't true. I assumed it was since mods would have ways of knowing. Following Crazy's untimely death, I still get the heebie-jeebies whenever that clown does a drive-by post (like he did here.)
But back on topic, I cringe whenever I see mods on any message board turn into 'thought police.' A LOT of boards -- especially fan sites like Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, etc. -- routinely practice that kind of nonsense. God knows our country could sure use some thought policing, but that's not what a democracy is all about.
In my opinion, there's a big difference between trolling and regular Husker posters who want voice their anger and frustrations. I usually don't agree with Mrjfb and kmillz and sometimes their takes piss me off and get under my skin. But that said, I would be upset if they or others like them were sanctioned by the board for their 'negativity.' They should be free to voice their opinions in my book.
Every poster brings their own unique style to their posts. The quality of takes here (positive or negative) are a big part of why I prefer BHF to the other Husker boards. Okay, Okay, Okay, with ONE exception: I could do without Hunchie and his annoying use of %$$#@% acronyms. They are SO frustrating 'cause I rarely 'get' them. FYI, FWIW, if I were a mod here, I'd BAN his butt for that crap!!!
I get that.
Again, trolls are easy to spot. But when regular posters say things you don't happen to like, how much is considered too much?
Guess what? People here can ignore the posts of posters they don't agree with. We don't need Big Brother to 'protect' us from....gasp!.....constant negativity!!!!
The BEST way to avoid this whole issue is for the Huskers to win Saturday!
First off, I want to start by saying that, IMHO, the board mods here are first rate. I've never had any complaints -- uh, maybe one. When a mod accused GOBIGRAD in a public thread of being a Crazyhole sockpuppet when it wasn't true. I assumed it was since mods would have ways of knowing. Following Crazy's untimely death, I still get the heebie-jeebies whenever that clown does a drive-by post (like he did here.)
But back on topic, I cringe whenever I see mods on any message board turn into 'thought police.' A LOT of boards -- especially fan sites like Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, etc. -- routinely practice that kind of nonsense. God knows our country could sure use some thought policing, but that's not what a democracy is all about.
In my opinion, there's a big difference between trolling and regular Husker posters who want voice their anger and frustrations. I usually don't agree with Mrjfb and kmillz and sometimes their takes piss me off and get under my skin. But that said, I would be upset if they or others like them were sanctioned by the board for their 'negativity.' They should be free to voice their opinions in my book.
Every poster brings their own unique style to their posts. The quality of takes here (positive or negative) are a big part of why I prefer BHF to the other Husker boards. Okay, Okay, Okay, with ONE exception: I could do without Hunchie and his annoying use of %$$#@% acronyms. They are SO frustrating 'cause I rarely 'get' them. FYI, FWIW, if I were a mod here, I'd BAN his butt for that crap!!!
I want to state: I will quit being negative when this program quits being negative.
It's game one of the Rhule era. One.
I get that.
Again, trolls are easy to spot. But when regular posters say things you don't happen to like, how much is considered too much?
Guess what? People here can ignore the posts of posters they don't agree with. We don't need Big Brother to 'protect' us from....gasp!.....constant negativity!!!!
The BEST way to avoid this whole issue is for the Huskers to win Saturday!
Oh, We will Win Saturday. I don't know if in this Universe or in another of the parallel universes, but we will win.
I was enthusiastically reading this post thinking to myself OYBTWHTA! (Oh yeah baby, that's what he's talkin about!)...and then I read the final paragra. Funny thing is DrF doesn't even see the twisted irony in having no issue with a member whose moniker is "MRJFB" but has a problem with my using, to be quite frank, very commonly used acronyms to express myslef.First off, I want to start by saying that, IMHO, the board mods here are first rate. I've never had any complaints -- uh, maybe one. When a mod accused GOBIGRAD in a public thread of being a Crazyhole sockpuppet when it wasn't true. I assumed it was since mods would have ways of knowing. Following Crazy's untimely death, I still get the heebie-jeebies whenever that clown does a drive-by post (like he did here.)
But back on topic, I cringe whenever I see mods on any message board turn into 'thought police.' A LOT of boards -- especially fan sites like Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, etc. -- routinely practice that kind of nonsense. God knows our country could sure use some thought policing, but that's not what a democracy is all about.
In my opinion, there's a big difference between trolling and regular Husker posters who want voice their anger and frustrations. I usually don't agree with Mrjfb and kmillz and sometimes their takes piss me off and get under my skin. But that said, I would be upset if they or others like them were sanctioned by the board for their 'negativity.' They should be free to voice their opinions in my book.
Every poster brings their own unique style to their posts. The quality of takes here (positive or negative) are a big part of why I prefer BHF to the other Husker boards. Okay, Okay, Okay, with ONE exception: I could do without Hunchie and his annoying use of %$$#@% acronyms. They are SO frustrating 'cause I rarely 'get' them. FYI, FWIW, if I were a mod here, I'd BAN his butt for that crap!!!
Now that two prominent members on this board have voiced their displeasure with my acro-usage I have decided to, well, move on.
IBITFMTF
OIGTSMF
TFMTF
TJHIGTB
IKIHTSG
BITFMTF
Acronymously yours,
HBJ
This is just a freakin' bad joke correct? Please tell me it's a joke.
I do have to completely agree with you on this point. Their IP addresses were either the same or they weren't. As a former mod, that is how we identified sock puppets. Water under the dam at this point. Our mods are top notch without a doubt.
As far as the negativity stuff goes, I think the mods give a great deal of latitude, even when other posters have pressed the issue. I think part of the slack goes to fan frustration over being in the tank for far too long. You can still be a fan and get a tad over the top about the coach, qb, staff, whatever. I can promise you that will be a thing of the pass when the ship is righted.
I still think that if one posts ad nauseum "so and so sucks" every time they post, they would minimum be reminded of the excessive negativity clause in our TOS and warned to lighten up Frances. I think the latitude is a good deal -- we've been in an extreme situation for far too long.
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GBR huge husker fan here and yes we will win on saturday time to open up a can of HUSKER WHOOP A@! on them
I think it is a sick joke, at least I hope so. Can't find anything on it anywhere else.
Often football is about overcoming adversity. That's part of the appeal.
IMHO-concession to HB right here- at least mine is understandable.
As fans, we support our team. When something bad happens-penalty, turnover, missed tackle, we groan, but, immediately shout encouragement for our guys to recover and keep trying. Our positive enthusiasm is sometimes called "the home field advantage". It really makes a difference! Momentum can be an avalanche as the crowd comes to life. We Husker fans need to remember what being great fans is. We call ourselves "The Greatest Fans in the World!" But are we? When the chips are down, the weather's miserable, do we keep cheering our guys on? Or do we dump on every mistake and complain "That guy sucks" Half the teams playing this year are below average, yet they have fans cheering them on and encouraging them all year. A true fan keeps a positive attitude the whole game and season, if for no other reason than it might help!
This team and fans have something in common- they both feel something bad will happen that will cause us to lose. The team is fighting hard to break out of it. We fans could fight hard to break out of our defeatist attitudes also.
Or realize a lot of our "fans" were just people that jumped on the bandwagon somewhere between Bob Devaney and Coach Tom. It was a helluva long bandwagon and it was a fun ride. Are you a fan or someone who is unhappy the bandwagon stopped?
Gosh, I'm turning into the rantmaster!
GBR
I'm not saying discussing ways to improve or pointing out bad play, but keeping a supportive attitude.
IMHO-concession to HB right here- at least mine is understandable.
As fans, we support our team. When something bad happens-penalty, turnover, missed tackle, we groan, but, immediately shout encouragement for our guys to recover and keep trying. Our positive enthusiasm is sometimes called "the home field advantage". It really makes a difference! Momentum can be an avalanche as the crowd comes to life. We Husker fans need to remember what being great fans is. We call ourselves "The Greatest Fans in the World!" But are we? When the chips are down, the weather's miserable, do we keep cheering our guys on? Or do we dump on every mistake and complain "That guy sucks" Half the teams playing this year are below average, yet they have fans cheering them on and encouraging them all year. A true fan keeps a positive attitude the whole game and season, if for no other reason than it might help!
This team and fans have something in common- they both feel something bad will happen that will cause us to lose. The team is fighting hard to break out of it. We fans could fight hard to break out of our defeatist attitudes also.
Or realize a lot of our "fans" were just people that jumped on the bandwagon somewhere between Bob Devaney and Coach Tom. It was a helluva long bandwagon and it was a fun ride. Are you a fan or someone who is unhappy the bandwagon stopped?
Gosh, I'm turning into the rantmaster!
GBR
I'm not saying discussing ways to improve or pointing out bad play, but keeping a supportive attitude.
Rather than pontificating, use the ignore feature for those you choose not to be exposed to... otherwise continue to be frustrated & good luck
