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  2. Not me, but neighbor. His Dad was Jewish Mafia, in charge of pinball machines in Dallas. Had a huge garage - 4 cars big, at least - with 10 or 12 pinballs at any given time. Kids' bedroom was at back and above the garage. We - me, him, and his little bro - would hit the games, with the bells stuffed with a rag or whatever. Sometimes the rags would fall out, the bells would go apeshit, and the Dad would be in the side door of the garage in about ten seconds, strop in hand. We would run screaming into the kids' room and try to get under the beds, not always successfully. The Dad was an equal opportunity strop-wielder, and I got my share of big red welts.
  3. So how did Texas and OSU defenses rank in turnovers created in 2024? Seemed like 2024 Texas defense was not good at causing fumbles... Any predictions on whether Texas 2025 defense will be better at generating more turnovers?
  4. You missed the word defense, but we can infer. This certainly portends well for Texas regarding August 30th.
  5. I’m a good printer.
  6. Narrator: Eventually the fires will get you. No place is safe from climate change.
  7. Houston summer seems mild because the highs aren't particularly high (largely due to scattered rain each afternoon). But the overnight lows are the 3rd highest on record (behind '22, '23, and just ahead of '24, so not a great trend). So this is actually 7th hottest on record (thru july 22): https://spacecityweather.com/has-it-been-a-fairly-mild-summer-in-houston-the-answer-may-surprise-you/
  8. ...as are most Texans, apparently.
  9. fuxk, peña out fuck fuck fuck
  10. The OSU guys are trying to be soft about it, but apparently the OSU defense looks dramatically better than the offense, mostly due to QB and OL play. I think that was also the story in the spring. They did matchups 1’s vs 1’s, 2’s vs 2’s today and the defense was kicking the offense’s ass. A bright spot for the offense was when Smith beat Devin Sanchez deep by 5 yards for a TD.
  11. ChatGPT You said: Write a sports article about how Texas A&M football is similar to the NFL Patriots dynasty ChatGPT said: Title: "Gridiron Echoes: How Texas A&M Football Mirrors the Patriots Dynasty" By [Your Name] August 2, 2025 When college football meets the NFL in philosophical execution, structure, and relentless pursuit of dominance, you get a unique hybrid that draws attention. Texas A&M football is crafting a blueprint that strikingly mirrors the NFL’s most celebrated dynasty—the New England Patriots. While the stages are different—Saturday stadiums brimming with tradition versus the cold, calculating Sundays of Foxborough—their trajectories, culture, and methodologies are starting to align in unmistakable ways. 1. Culture of Discipline and Accountability At the heart of the Patriots’ two-decade reign was a culture forged by Bill Belichick—no-nonsense, team-first, and built on discipline. Texas A&M’s current leadership has begun instilling a similar ethos. Since the overhaul of the coaching staff in 2024, Aggieland has seen a shift in mindset: attention to detail, film study obsession, and a “do your job” mentality reminiscent of Foxborough’s heyday. Players and coaches alike now speak in measured, focused tones, echoing the Patriots’ stoic professionalism. Buzzwords like “execution,” “situational awareness,” and “mental toughness” dominate press conferences. It's not flashy—it’s effective. 2. Versatility Over Flash The Patriots dynasty thrived on adaptability. One week they’d run the ball 40 times, the next they’d torch you with short-passing precision. Texas A&M’s offense under new OC Marcus Lewis has adopted that same week-to-week morphing identity. Whether deploying a power run game behind a mauling O-line or spreading the field with quick reads and mismatches, the Aggies don’t chase a style—they chase victories. Defensively, it’s the same story. Like Belichick’s defenses, A&M prioritizes situational mastery and scheme diversity. Their hybrid fronts and pre-snap disguises have flustered even elite SEC quarterbacks, much like the Patriots flummoxed MVPs in the NFL. 3. “Next Man Up” Mentality Injuries never derailed the Patriots—because preparation was universal. Texas A&M’s 2025 season has tested their depth early, yet the response has been classic Patriot: plug-and-play. From three-star freshmen stepping into starting roles to walk-ons making pivotal special teams plays, the Aggies are developing a roster-wide readiness that belies their youth. The message is clear: talent matters, but preparation trumps all. Much like Belichick could win with undrafted rookies and journeymen, A&M’s ability to maximize overlooked players is redefining their depth chart. 4. Recruiting Like the Draft—With a Purpose Rather than chasing stars blindly, A&M is now recruiting like an NFL team drafts: with intent. Fit, versatility, coachability—these traits are prioritized over rankings. The Aggies are finding their “Julian Edelmans” and “Mike Vrabels” in the high school ranks—players who may not be five-star phenoms but become invaluable system pieces. It’s a strategic model that builds cohesion over time. Rather than stockpile talent with overlapping skill sets, A&M is building a complementary roster—each piece serving a distinct role, just as the Patriots built balanced, situationally dominant squads. 5. The Rise of a System Over Star Power The Patriots dynasty was never about one player—even Tom Brady worked within the system. At A&M, the current resurgence isn’t driven by Heisman hype or NIL headlines—it’s the system itself that’s winning games. Quarterbacks aren’t asked to be superheroes; defensive stars are rotated and kept fresh; special teams is treated as a strategic weapon. Texas A&M’s brand of football may not be TikTok-worthy, but it's starting to yield the most important result: wins. The Takeaway: The Dynasty Blueprint, Reimagined in College Station While comparing a college program to a six-time Super Bowl-winning NFL franchise may seem like a stretch, the philosophical throughlines are undeniable. Texas A&M is not trying to become a college version of the Patriots—they’re evolving into something of their own, drawing lessons from one of football’s most dominant blueprints. If this trajectory continues, the Aggies won’t just be an SEC contender—they’ll be a model of sustained excellence, a modern-day dynasty in the making. And somewhere in Foxborough, you can imagine Belichick cracking a rare smile—just a little one. For more college football analysis, follow [Your Name] on X @YourHandle.
  12. from the same article wally posted
  13. Eat at Point Loma seafood.
  14. taken 10 july - obviously the belongings of campers have been removed from those buildings and laid out as seen is this the bubble inn?
  15. While I hear you, I for one am enjoying the mildest summer in DFW I can remember. Thanks to an above average wet spring and summer (which itself brought tragedy, though).
  16. @Grubes are you at liberty to speak about this?
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