NEW FLORIDA UNIS FOR BAMA GAME (JORTS INCLUDED)

You'd think by now that teams would have learned their lesson about rolling out special uniforms to play Bama (think UGA blackout, PSU whiteout... the list goes on and on).  It recently came to our attention that the Gators will be wearing new uniforms for the showdown on the swamp on Saturday evening.

FOOTAGE OF ESPN's DOCUMENTARY ON THE IRON BOWL:

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With two Heismans, two championships and one crazed fan, this one hour film will tell the story of the rivalry between Auburn and Alabama. Watch "Roll Tide/War Eagle" Tuesday November 8th 8pm EST on ESPN

HOMOEROTIC BAMMERS:

Speaking of homoeroticism, as co-blogger RammerJammer did here, this is the first and last time that I ever want to see any guy anyone dipping "Namath Nuggets" in some strange goo and putting the whole damn thing in their mouth.  Enjoy a video full of wrong after the break:

THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BARNER OF THE WEEK (MS. AUBURN EDITION)

Some pictures need no commentary.  Such is this case with this week's Barner of the Week:

SEC PREDICTIONS - WEEK 5:

RammerJammer's Picks:

Alabama @ Florida - BAMA

Arkansas v. Texas A&M - TAMU

Auburn @ South Carolina - COCKS

LSU v. Kentucky - LSU

Ole Miss @ Fresno State - FRESNO

Miss. State @ Georgia - UGA

Tennessee v. Buffalo - UT

Last Week - 6-1
Season - 31-7 (82%)

BigBlueAub's Picks:

Alabama @ Florida - ALABAMA
(Something tells me a little Swamp magic will make me regret this pick)

Arkansas v. Texas A&M - TEXAS A&M
(Hold your noses TAMU fans, Petrino is in the house)

Auburn @ South Carolina - SOUTH CAROLINA
(Conflicted on this one too)

LSU v. Kentucky - LSU

Ole Miss @ Fresno State - OLE MISS
(Nutt will get run out of town tomorrow night if he loses this one)
Miss. State @ Georgia - GEORGIA
(Richt is such a good person - Mullen, not so much)

Tennessee v. Buffalo - TENNESSEE
(Barbara, I mean Derek, nevermind) 

Last Week - 7-0
Season - 30-8 (79%)

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THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BAMMER OF THE WEEK (Eye Bleach Edition)

BEWARE - HAVE YOUR EYE BLEACH READY!

Ready now?  Click "Read More" down and to the left.  Are you sure you are ready?  Possibly NSFW.

NUMBERS DON'T LIE

So we were listening to the Barn-biased radio this morning, and we heard the usual Barner argument: "Barn owns Bama because we have the best 3rd down conversion rate in the 4th quarter in games falling on odd years for the past 12 seasons.... boo ya!"  As a Bama fan, we don't understand the logic behind choosing only certain facts that work to our advantage to show we're superior to another team.  But who said Barners' have logic... after all, they're Barners.  So we decided to use hard facts to compare Bama and the Barn, and the facts, our friend, do not lie:

THE PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER FOR YOUR AUBURN FRIENDS:

How fitting that on the day Harvey Updyke called the Finebaum show to apologize effect a well orchestrated stunt hatched by his lawyers, a loyal friend of The Tide and Tiger let us know about a Toomers related gift, which will be perfect for the stockings of your Auburn friends this holiday season.  Introducing the Toomers Roll Scarf:

More after the break...

THE TIDE AND TIGER SALUTES A COMMERCIAL JINGLE:

As I was getting ready for work this morning, this memorabilia memorable commercial came on the television: 

I had forgotten this humorous gem until riminded reminded this morning.  As the kids would say, that song is so GMC (which, I'm told, apparently means "genuinely motivational and cool").  I like it much betar better than the other songs featured in that commercial series, even though they suit me fine too.  The jingle brought a smile to my face.

On a serious note, how do kids these days afford yukons cars?

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WILL MUSCHAMP HATES NICK SABAN:

This video is priceless.  The reporter's Star Wars question is quite possibly the most stupid question of the year.  Muschamp's initial reaction is stupendous in and of itself, but his reaction at the end of the video to the question about what he learned from Nick Saban demonstrates some not so thinly veiled hatred for little Nicky.

(Advertisment Precedes the Video - Stick with it) Don't believe that Muschamp hates Saban?  Read this article about Little Nicky reprimanding Muschamp's mom (click here for article), and then watch the video again.

Click Here to See How Much Comedian Daniel Tosh Hates Nick Saban

If you are like me and don't live in your mom's basement, you likely do not know the meaning of "padawan."  According to Wookieepedia, a "Padawan" is a Jedi Apprentice or a "force-sensitive adolescent who had begun one-on-one instruction with a Jedi Knigh or Master outside of the Jedi academy."  http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Padawan

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BREAKING NEWS FROM THE PLAINS

Marcus Lattimore just rushed for over 100 yards against the Barn...

This weekend should be hilarious....

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ALABAMA VS. ARKANSAS HIGHLIGHTS (2011)

Courtesy MrUAFootball.

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FLORIDA T-SHIRT FOR BAMA GAME:

Florida takes a shot at the Updykes...

For more info, go here - http://gatorsfirst.spreadshirt.com/don-t-kill-our-trees-bro-A8164288

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THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR BAMA BOY:

The Tide and Tide has already featured A.J. McCarron's awesome, work of art, ridiculous "Bama Boy" tattoo (click here).  Fortunately for all the necks out there, your stocking will be full this Christmas with your very own "Bama Boy" t-shirt, minus the pain and suffering from the needle and the inevitable hangover caused by the cheap tequila you would drink in order to prep yourself for becoming a walking piece of art trailer trash.  I'm not sure exactly where you can buy this gem, but I suspect it will be front and center at your local Wal-Neck, K-Neck and Neck Pride stores.

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AUBURN PLAYERS TWEET (Florida Atlantic Edition):

Read more after the break...

THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BARNER OF THE WEEK (NOT GETTING LAID EDITION)

We go back in time for this week's Barner of the week:

It cost the Barn $200,000 to buy their third heisman trophy winner.  We think this week's Barner of the week may have to double-down on that to finally lose his v-card.

Click here for Barner of the Week (Fear and Betrayal Edition)

Click here for Barner of the Week (Tolkien Edition)

Click here for Barner of the Week (Tramp Stamp Edition)

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BAMMER OF THE WEEK (Celebrity Edition)

Who knew that bama had celebrities as fans?  Especially celebrities as famous as the Travelocity Gnome!

Above - During off-work hours

Below - During work hours

Click for Bammer of the Week - Mullet Edition

Click for Bammer of the Week - Jort Edition

Click for Bammer of the Week - Middle Finger Edition

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SEC PREDICTIONS - WEEK 4:

RammerJammer's Picks:

Alabama v. Arkansas - BAMA

Auburn v. Florida Atlantic - BARN

LSU @ West Virginia - LSU

Ole Miss v. Georgia - UGA
(The "Oh Shit One of Us is About to Get Fired Bowl")

Mississippi State  v. Louisiana Tech - MISS. STATE

Florida @ Kentucky - FLORIDA

South Carolina v. Vanderbilt - VANDY
(The Nerds beat the Cocks... just like every other Saturday night)

Last Week - 8-1

Season - 25-6 (81%)

BigBlueAub's Picks:

Alabama v. Arkansas - ALABAMA
(For once, the smell in Tuscaloosa isn't bama fans - it's Bobby Petrino)

Auburn v. Florida Atlantic - AUBURN

LSU @ West Virginia - LSU
(The couches are already being doused in anticipatory gasoline but the fire must wait)

Ole Miss v. Georgia - GEORGIA
(Nutt kicked)

Mississippi State  v. Louisiana Tech - MISS. STATE

Florida @ Kentucky - FLORIDA

South Carolina v. Vanderbilt - SOUTH CAROLINA
(Vandy's all-time longest winning streak ends at 3)

Last Week - 6-3

Season - 23-8 (74%)

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SOUTH CAROLINA WILL WEAR "WOUNDED WARRIOR" UNIFORMS FOR AUBURN GAME:

Under Armour has released pictures of the new uniforms that the South Carolina Gamecocks will wear against Auburn on October 1.  The uniforms are intended to honor our nation’s "Wounded Warriors."  Among other changes, the normal block C on SC's helmets will have a camouflage print instead of black, and "Believe in Heroes" will adorn the back of their pants.

Check out the photos after the break:

IF YOU EVER WANTED TO SEE AN AUBURN THEMED 1953 GMC PICKUP TRUCK, THEN TODAY IS YOUR LUCKY DAY:

Click "Read More" for More Pictures...

ALABAMA VS NORTH TEXAS HIGHLIGHTS (2011)

Courtesy of MrUAFootball...



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AUBURN PLAYERS TWEET! (Clemson Edition)

Your weekly collection of current and former Tigers' Tweets following the Clemson game...

Read more Tweets after the break....

INTRODUCING AUBURN'S NEW $16.5 MILLION INDOOR PRACTICE FACILITY:

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BREAKING NEWS FROM THE PLAINS

Auburn just missed another tackle...

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MIKE DYER IS QUIETLY EMERGING AS ONE OF THE NATION'S BEST RUNNING BACKS:

While the bama fans are applauding Ted Roof's and the Auburn defense's latest efforts, I want to applaud Mike Dyer.  Dyer is quietly building a fantastic season, as evidenced by the following numbers:

11th in the NCAA in total rushing yards with 358

7.5 yards per carry average

119 yards per game average

Read more after the break...

CHIZIK'S ALBATROSS:

Last Friday, The Tide and Tiger pointed out to its readers that Gene Chizik's Auburn teams develop a bit of an Albatross around their proverbial neck whenever they get a 14 point lead {click to read}.  Sometimes the Tigers win after building a 14 point lead, but they have an unbelievably bad record of blowing 14 point leads.  Chizik's Tigers have lost four games after leading by 14 or more points.  Three other times they have squandered 14 points leads but managed to win the games anyway.  If you do the math, that's more than 20% of games during Chizik's reign in which Auburn hasn't been able to handle a 14 point lead.  Saturday's game against Clemson confirmed the Albatross, because the Tigers blew not one, but two, 14 point leads.  I'm sad to say, be wary Auburn fans.

More After the Break....

BIGBLUEAUB's NEW FAVORITE RESTAURANT:

Thanks to a loyal friend of The Tide and Tiger, BigBlueAub has a new favorite restaurant - it's The Oaks at 1651 South College Street in Auburn.  Why is it my new favorite, you ask?  Because of its restrooms, which feature bama logos to pee on!  

Click "Read More" to see the pictures

EPIC FAIL VIDEOS OF THE HILL - THE MOST EFFEMINATE 25 SECONDS IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Earlier this week, The Tide and Tiger brought you "All You Need to Know About Clemson Football", in which we showcased Clemson's tradition of running down THE HILL (duh duh dum!!) before games.  If that video didn't make you lose all respect for "Auburn with a Lake", a loyal Tide and Tiger reader alerted us to these video gems, which beg a few questions: why are the players jumping like someone is poking them in the rear; is Barishnakov Clemson's trainer; why subject your team to a dangerous pre-game tradition; why don't more people faceplant like they do in these clips?

Click Here for All You Need to Know About Clemson

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GOT 14? BE WARY AUBURN FANS!

No, this isn't a post about the dyslexic mathematics bammers hope to continue employing in counting their mythical national championships after this season.  Instead, this post is about about a bizarre trend that Auburn has developed under Chizik's reign.  I was reminded of it when Auburn went up 14-0 against Mississippi State last weekend....

Read more after the break...

AUBURN EXCELS ON THE PLAYING FIELD AND THE MUSICAL STAGE!

Last week, The Tide and Tiger featured a former Auburn basketball player's hip hop talents with iE's "Orange Navy Anthem".  Now, thanks to CBS 42 in Birmingham, we get more evidence of the musical talents of Auburn athletes.  Check out this video featuring the musicianship of Barrett Trotter and Dee Ford.  And oh by the way, the voice that comes out of Dee is not what I expected from a ferocious defensive end.  In fact, it calls for the Tide and Tiger to bestow a second nickname on an Auburn player - Dee "Sweetness" Ford.

More Video of Trotter playing and singing after the break...

YOU SPIN ME RIGHT ROUND BABY RIGHT ROUND

Jon Solomon has an interesting article out this morning concerning the NCAA's non-existent investigation that is being conducted as we speak.  We give Jay Jacobs credit; he can spin a story like a DJ spins a record.  We love his quote that reviewing the Barn's institutional control is normal procedure, as if there's nothing to worry about.  That's like saying the police serving a search warrant to search a robbery suspect's house is no big deal because it's standard procedure.  Or, we're just putting this convicted felon in jail because it's standard procedure.  The point he's trying to cover up is that the Barn is in fact under investigation.

We can't wait to hear our Barner friends continue to deny that there is a current, ongoing investigation into their beleaguered beloved program.  Cue the NTY Foundation's boycott of the week.  We're not sure Solomon's career will be able to take the dozens of letters from crazed Barners calling for his head.  But if you think about it, shouldn't the NTY boycott Jacobs? After all, he's the one that admitted the NCAA investigation.  This should be a fun story to watch.

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SEC PREDICTIONS - WEEK 3

BigBlueAub pulled even with RammerJammer on the year after picking 80% of last week's games correctly, missing only on bama and his beloved Tigers, whom he bet against with his head rather than his heart (for shame).

BigBlueAub's Picks:

Alabama v. North Texas - ALABAMA

Arkansas v. Troy - ARKANSAS
(The Trojans will not be able to wrap the Hogs)

Auburn @ Clemson - AUBURN

LSU @ Miss. St. - LSU
(Dan Mullen begins to lose his fan base in Starkville after another loss)

Ole Miss @ Vanderbilt - OLE MISS
(Nutt will bust on the Dores)

Florida v. Tennessee - FLORIDA
(Derek Dooley gets distracted during the game by Barbara yelling at him)

Georgia v. Coastal Carolina - GEORGIA
(Even Richt can't lose this one - he's such a good person)

Kentucky v. Louisville - Kentucky
(Adolph Rupp leads UK to a victory over Denny Crum's team) 

South Carolina v. Navy - SOUTH CAROLINA
(The Cocks shoot the sea men back to Annapolis)

Last Week - 8-2

Season Record - 17-5 (77%)

RammerJammer's Picks:

Alabama v. North Texas - BAMA

Arkansas v. Troy - ARKANSAS

Auburn @ Clemson - CLEMSON

LSU @ Miss. St. - MISS. ST.

Ole Miss @ Vanderbilt - VANDERBILT

Florida v. Tennessee - FLORIDA

Georgia v. Coastal Carolina - GEORGIA

Kentucky v. Louisville - LOUISVILLE

South Carolina v. Navy - COCKS

Last Week - 7-3

Season Record- 17-5 (77%)

PAT DYE SAYS, "WE MUST PROTECT THIS HOUSE!"

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JIM ROME ON SPIRIT'S FLIGHT INTO THE SKYBOX - RACK HIM!

Click Here for More Videos and a Theory About What Caused Spirit's Crash

Click Here for First Videos of Spirit's Flight

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THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BAMMER OF THE WEEK (Mullet Edition):

As I have steadily maintained, bammers are a "jort wearing, mullet sporting, non-attending group of fans."  As partial proof of my theory generally accepted scientific fact, I offer up further proof of this guy, who sports perhaps the greatest example of the "Permullet" ever seen in public - that is, a mullet, which has been dignified with a perm. 

Picture goodness after the break...  

THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS BARNER OF THE WEEK (FEAR AND BETRAYAL EDITION)

We've noticed that our good friend, BigBlueAub, has spent a lot of time posting (see here and here) about the attack misguided flight of the eagle down on the Barn last weekend (like most Barners, BBA is prone to focusing his attention on animals, but we digress).  In keeping with this theme, we present to you this weeks Barner of the Week:

THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CLEMSON FOOTBALL.

Other than the facts that Auburn has beaten Clemson 14 times in a row and Walter Merritt Riggs, the "Father of Clemson Football," was an Auburn man, here's all you need to know about Clemson football....

Clemson has a highly publicized tradition during its football team's entrance to Memorial Stadium, which Clemson, with a straight face, describes as "The Most Exciting 25 Seconds in College Football."  After the players enter the east side of the stadium, where THE HILL (duh duh dum!!) is located, they gather at the top of THE HILL (duh duh dum!!) and stand around some rock until a cannon sounds, at which time the band begins to play the fear-inspiring song Tiger Rags (whoo who!!), and the players run down THE HILL (duh duh dum!!).  The word "exciting" simply does not do the tradition justice, I tell you.

Video and more after the break...

VOTE WHETHER URBAN MEYER SHOULD BE ALLOWED IN THE BOOTH FOR ESPN'S BROADCAST OF THE AUBURN CLEMSON GAME?

Birmingham News columnist and noted Alabama fan Kevin Scarbinsky published a column today in which he criticizes ESPN for assigning Urban Meyer to the television booth for this weekend's game between Auburn and Clemson. Scrarbinsky, who for once appears to be on the Auburn bandwagon, eloquently and convincingly describes the obvious conflict of interest Meyer has with Auburn football, which Scarbinsky believes should preclude Meyer from calling the game. Do you agree with Scarbinsky? Cast your vote in the upper corner of the right sidebar on the Home page of The Tide and Tiger. Voting ends Friday.

Click to Read Scarbinsky's Column

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ALABAMA VS. PENN STATE HIGHLIGHTS (2011)

MrUAFootball, you are a genius sir... Please keep the good stuff coming!

UPDYKE PART III? THE REAL REASON BEHIND SPIRIT FLYING INTO THE SKYBOXES:

Today comes these new videos of Spirit's ill-fated flight last Saturday prior to the Mississippi State game.  The first video has the most dramatic and high-clarity footage of the impact yet.

Much more after the break...

POLL RESULTS: 65% OF THE TIDE AND TIGER READERS ARE SANE:

The results of the poll are in, and 65% of you voted in favor of the fact that Auburn students did not roll Toomer's Corner when Bear Bryant died in 1983.  That means 35% of you are Updyke disciples.  Let's face it. Not a single shred of credible evidence exists that Toomer's was rolled at any point around Bryant's death. Accordingly, The Tide and Tiger hereby enters a decree that no further discussion of this urban legend shall be allowed.  Violators will be subjected to this....

More after the break...

COLLEGE FOOTBALL DOPPELGANGER (CHIZNICK EDITION)

We were fortunate enough to come across this old yearbook picture the other night, and we immediately thought of the perfect doppelganger...

AUBURN PLAYERS TWEET (Mississippi State Edition):

Keep reading for more Tweets after the break...

SPIRIT FLEW INTO THE SKYBOXES YESTERDAY!

Spirit really gave it his all during his pre-game flight yesterday.  He flew into the sky boxes, got disoriented, buzzed the crowd and ended up finishing his flight flawlessly.  Now that's spirit!

Amazing footage of the impact...

Additional video and photos after the break...

AUBURN COACHES PUNK MISSISSIPPI STATE!

After the Utah State game, The Tide and Tiger showed you the crazy Obama and Bush play calling boards Malzahn used.  At the Mississippi State game today, Malzahn sent a not so subtle message to Mississippi State with his play calling boards.....

You Mad?  In other words, ESAD MS. St.

If the Tide and Tiger isn't mistaken, Malzahn also went back to Chris Todd?

What's Next?

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND PLAYS "TAPS" TO COMMEMORATE THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11 BEFORE PLAYING MISSISSIPPI STATE:

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THE BAMMER'S RESPOND TO "ORANGE NAVY ANTHEM" WITH THEIR OWN HIP HOP CLASSIC:

The Tide and Tiger recently brought you the video for "Orange Navy Anthem," the new Auburn themed hip hop anthem, which former Auburn basketball player and graduate iE released this week. The anthem is being met with great interest, and it is quite well done. Not to be outdone, the bammers have come back with their own hip hop anthem, but it just doesn't seem to have the cred that iE's anthem has. You be the judge:

FOR THE LOVE, SOMEONE PASS THE EAR BLEACH!

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ALABAMA AND AUBURN UNITE: THINGS WRONG WITH COLLEGE FOOTBALL (TT EDITION)

Terrible tunnel videos/music seem to be a theme this season (for an example, see our previous post regarding Michigan's Ed Hardy Theme of the Year).  Just when we thought things couldn't get worse, Texas Tech brings us this little gem:

UPDYKE PART DEUX? EAGLE STATUE AT TOOMER'S CORNER DAMAGED:

One of two eagle statues marking the entrance to Auburn's campus under the Toomer's Oaks has been damaged.  The beak has been broken off, and it was found nearby.  According to this article in the Opelika News, authorities have no information about how the statue was damaged.  We can only hope it wasn't you know who.

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THE TIDE AND TIGER FEATURES YOUNG iE'S "ORANGE NAVY ANTHEM":

Young iE is back!  After releasing "Orange Navy" last year, which was Young iE's own version of Wiz Khalifa's Pittsburgh Steelers' anthem "Black and Yellow," he has returned with a new song under the simpler moniker iE, called "Orange Navy Anthem."  iE shot the video for "Orange Navy Anthem" in Auburn on the day of the Utah State game.

Enjoy "Orange Navy Anthem"...  

Enjoy more Auburn themed videos from iE after the break:

SEC PREDICTIONS - WEEK 2

RammerJammer's Picks:

Alabama @ Penn State - ALABAMA

Arkansas vs. New Mexico - ARKANSAS

Auburn vs. Miss. St. - MISS. STATE

(This won't be near as embarrassing as last week... until you remember that it's Mississippi State)

LSU vs. Northwestern St. - LSU

Ole Miss vs. Southern Illinois - OLE MISS

Florida vs. UAB - FLORIDA

Georgia vs. South Carolina - SOUTH CAROLINA

(Na Na Na, Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey, Good-bye Richt)

Kentucky vs. Central Michigan - KENTUCKY

Tennessee vs. Cincinnati - CINCINNATI

(Bright orange pants optional)

Vanderbilt vs. UConn - UCONN

Season Record - 10-2 (83%)

BigBlueAub's Picks:



Alabama @ Penn State - PENN STATE
(Two QB's who threw 4 int's last week against Kent St. go flacid in Beaver Stadium)

Arkansas vs. New Mexico - ARKANSAS

Auburn vs. Miss. St. - MISS. STATE

(At least AU didn't completely embarrass the SEC last weekend - and oh by the way bammers, two words - La. Monroe)

LSU vs. Northwestern St. - LSU

(LSU is richly deserving of this week off)

Ole Miss vs. Southern Illinois - OLE MISS

(Thanks for embarrassing the SEC last week whatever your nickname is now)

Florida vs. UAB - FLORIDA

(UAB still doesn't realize what it gave up to FSU)

Georgia vs. South Carolina - SOUTH CAROLINA

(Thanks for embarrassing the SEC last week puppies)

Kentucky vs. Central Michigan - KENTUCKY

Tennessee vs. Cincinnati - TENNESSEE

(Only if Barbara Dooley stays quiet this week)

Vanderbilt vs. UConn - VANDERBILT

Season Record - 9-3 (75%)

TIDE GREAT KEVIN TURNER RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE

We came across this article today about Tide great Kevin Turner raising awareness about Lou Gehrig's disease.  Number 24 was one of our favorite players growing up, and we remember fondly a certain Saturday night in Baton Rouge back in 1991 when Mr. Turner rumbled for 140+ yards.  We want our hero to know that he is in our thoughts and prayers!  Roll Tide Kevin... you are one of the greats!

Please be sure to check out the Kevin Turner Foundation to learn more about Kevin's efforts to raise awareness about Lou Gehrig's disease.

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CHIZIK HANDS OFF TO AUBIE - THE CRYSTAL CAPERS: #10

The video shown before the Utah State game, with additional footage of Aubie running onto Pat Dye Field pre-game...

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THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BAMMER OF THE WEEK (Jort Edition):

In a prior post, I stated that bammers are "a jort wearing, mullet sporting, non-attending group of fans."   As partial proof of my theory generally accepted scientific fact, I offer up a double shot of these guys, affectionately known as The Jortfers (short for jort wearing golfers).

The Tide and Tiger

My oh my - what a duo!  Bonus points for the lack of golfing shoes, the Saban style hat on the front Jortfer, and, oh my goodness, is that an ivy hat on the rear Jortfer? 

Who knew jorts came in above and below knee length?  And oh by the way, jorts are never appropriate, but pleated jorts?  C'mon! 

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THE TIDE AND TIGER PRESENTS THE BARNER OF THE WEEK (TOLKIEN EDITION)

We came across this picture the other day, showing the elation of numerous students after the Barn's come-from-behind victory against the mighty Utah State Aggies (we expected a much more somber crowd after the pathetic display down on the pasture, but we digress):

ALABAMA VS KENT STATE HIGHLIGHTS

I love watching these highlights, especially around the 1:07 mark... Trey DePriest is a beast!

Props to MrUAFootball... keep 'em coming!

COLLEGE FOOTBALL DOPPELGANGERS (Auburn - Mississippi State Edition):

Because it's the week of the Auburn - Mississippi State game, in this episode of College Football Doppelgangers, The Tide and Tiger features some Mississippi State University doppelgangers:

MSU Player Allen Tolbert...

...looks like

ESPN's Stuart Scott:

More Doppelgangers after the break...