If you listen to the pundits, the Georgia Bulldogs may have a bit of a rest this week as they play host to the Arizona State Sun Devils in Athens. Nobody seems inclined to give the Devils much respect and I’m willing to defer to the experts. I hope they’re right, because I’m not sure my heart will stand up to another shoot out.
I’ve been struggling with these pre-game posts this season. I’m no football expert, so can’t offer a thoughtful preview of the game itself. I’m a bit too far away from Athens to be the Man on the Street blogger, describing the pulse of the campus. But I do like to think myself practised in the art of persuasion. Or is it deception? Either way, my mission from here on out is to convince you, the neutral reader, to root for the right team – the Dawgs.
Now if you’re a fan of any SEC team, there is no convincing to be done. Simply by being a fan of the SEC, you are subject to the gentleman’s (gentleperson’s) agreement that demands that you cheer for any other SEC team when that team is facing a non-conference opponent.* So, on behalf of the Georgia Bulldogs, I accept your support against the PAC10 Devils with thanks.
But if you’re a fan of a non-SEC team, or not a fan of the game at all, why put your support behind the Dawgs when they square off with Arizona State this Saturday evening? Well how about this (hat tip to Hey Jenny Slater):
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If you’re a Republican? Well, I can’t help you.
OK, OK, in the spirit of bipartisanship, how about this. How can you help but root for these guys’ team?
Go Dawgs! GATA!
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* There is, of course, one exception – the Florida Gators. They are pure evil and deserving of nothing but scorn and loathing.
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A.A. Bondy’s solo debut “American Hearts” was easily one of the best albums of 2007 and unfortunately one that was largely overlooked. He’s back with a follow-up, “When the Devil’s Loose”, out on Fat Possum Records. This one just recently came my way, but I’ve got to tell you, it’s one of my favorite records of the year thus far.
Buy A.A. Bondy’s “When the Devil’s Loose” from 
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by Monty
25 Sep 2009 at 19:39
I don’t follow the game, but for what it’s worth you have my cheer.
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by Prefers Her Fantasy Life
25 Sep 2009 at 21:54
Someone has a blog named after a line in a John Cusack movie? Cool!!
As for American football, I’m just in it for the tight ends.
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by Here In Franklin
25 Sep 2009 at 22:50
I’ll be watching and pulling for the Dawgs. Of course, I expect the favor to be returned. We play Ohio U. which, by all reports, is a pesky little gnat-pack.
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by Jacob
25 Sep 2009 at 23:16
I think I may have picked AZ State to beat the spread in my college pick ‘em group because Georgia’s defense remembered it was supposed to suck after a good showing the first week. Luckily for them, the offense simultaneously forgot that they had lost all of their offensive play makers last year and started seemingly scoring at will.
I’ve got a feeling that there are going to be a lot of shoot outs this year. It may be rough on your middle-of-the-night highly caffeinated nerves, but it makes for high entertainment for everyone else.
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by Cat
25 Sep 2009 at 23:24
People not from the SEC territory don’t really understand the loyalty given to a conference is second only to the loyalty given to their particular team within the conference. I’ll root for the Dawgs in my own quiet way which means not knowing the score until someone mentions it later next week. Of course, I’ll have to switch sides when they play Tech. Sorry, that’s the best I can offer those cute boys in red and black.
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by Technobabe
26 Sep 2009 at 00:00
Great picture of the two little guys. I like A. A. Bondy’s No Man Shall.
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by Coal Miner's Granddaughter
26 Sep 2009 at 00:10
GO DAWGS! And Go Mountaineers against Colorado on October 1st. Woo hoo!
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by Kevin C Jones
26 Sep 2009 at 00:17
I only got the Letterman Tivo. Obama is a likeable man, and sounds smart, like me. I’ve got all copies of “The West Wing” and Aaron Sorkin only allowed Martin Sheen as President and Nobel Prize Winner 3 bananas:
“libary”, “Febuary”, and “Calvalry”.
by courtney
26 Sep 2009 at 00:25
Your boys make a compelling argument, but I’m afraid my scorn for your team is steadfast and unwavering.
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by Carolyn Online
26 Sep 2009 at 03:04
Shoot. I kept forgetting to go buy red and black stuff to send you so you could dress the little ones in Dawg crap. Damn. And I was so looking forward to bugging my Yellow Jacket husband with that.
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by SciFi Dad
26 Sep 2009 at 03:14
So, as a Michigan fan, when I watch Penn State play Notre Dame I should root for the team that can screw up my team’s chances of a Bowl berth? (Although ideally I’d root for a 0-0 tie littered with turnovers and penalties.)
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by admin
26 Sep 2009 at 09:13
Monty – I guess it’s worth something…
Prefers – It’s a good site as well.
HIF – I was pulling hard for the Vols last week against an SEC opponent! I actually have a lot of respect for UT, except when they play us. Although I’m not sure about this new coach. I loved Phat Phil.
Jacob – What is the spread? I don’t even know. If it’s more than 10, I would pick against the spread as well.
Cat – Tech? What is it about Tech? I’ve got no less than three readers who are Tech fans.
Technobabe – He’s very good, isn’t he?
KCJ – We’re West Wing fans as well. Been watching it from the beginning of the series again.
Courtney – I’m going to ban you in a minute.
Carolyn – I actually think we’re full up with Dawg stuff this year. If we get anymore, Dr. O’C may spit.
SciFi Dad – You note I only said SEC teams. You Big 10 fans are a different breed – without loyalty, honour or (in recent years) much talent. That is why SEC fans cheer so vigorously against you. In fact, a couple of years ago I broke my own rule and cheered for UF against OSU in the National Championship.
by arizaphale
26 Sep 2009 at 10:27
Loved that clip. Thanks for starting the weekend off right
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by Jamie
26 Sep 2009 at 11:16
In spite of your spitefulness against Florida, I do actually root for UGA (well, not very hard) when the play non-SEC teams, especially against major conference foes. But if the opponent is really bad (Troy, Charleston Southern, etc.), I can’t help but pull for the underdog as it would be too funny if Georgia lost – like their bi-annual defeat by Vandy.
by yellojkt
26 Sep 2009 at 12:46
We can agree on the despicableness of Gators. Finally, common ground during the football season.
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by flutter
26 Sep 2009 at 16:18
then loathing and scorn THEY SHALL HAVE
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by Jill/Twipply Skwood
27 Sep 2009 at 08:31
That was a funny clip! OK, so let me get this straight…Florida is for scorning. Bulldogs good. I think I can remember that much, for whatever it’s worth.
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by jessica
27 Sep 2009 at 14:31
the only person, place, team, thing I am that commited to is ice cream.
by admin
28 Sep 2009 at 12:21
Ariza – It’s good, isn’t it? “We’re the Harvard of, like, scholastics.” “Isn’t that Harvard?”
Jamie – The way they’re playing right now, a loss to Vandy isn’t that out of the question.
Yello – Good. I’m glad we can agree. How did the Techies do this week? Ah, yes, a win over UNC. Not bad.
Flutter – Thank you for your support.
Jill – You’ve got it.
Jessica – Mmmm. Ice cream.
by rassles
29 Sep 2009 at 00:31
People are always surprised to learn I’m not a football fan. I think it’s because I have an irrational loathing for anything that reminds me of high school.
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