Porter came running in the house and said, "Dad look" He had a football in his arms. I said, "Where did you get that?" He said, "Some funny looking guy named Max was throwing the football with some kids, so I ran in front and caught it." I told him that is called and interception and that Max Hall is good at throwing them.
All kidding aside I never thought I would see another undefeated BCS buster season. That's right the original BCS busters are back. This season has been so different from 04. In 04 the Utes routed every team they played. It was fun to watch, fast break on turf as they dubbed it. This year the games have been closer. But I will always argue that it is much more fun and rewarding to come from behind and win in the last seconds than pulverize a team. TCU and Oregon State are evidence of that.
This game was billed from the start of the year as perhaps the best game, more on the line, than any in the rivalry's history. BYU's loss dampened that a little, but still there was a lot on this game. If Utah lost, then only a shared conference title, no BCS bowl game, a lesser bowl, and of course they would have lost to their hated rivals. Luckily that didn't happen. Now Utah will get a bowl game around the New Year and get to play in a much better bowl than the Las Vegas bowl.
Favorite moments of the night:
The Utes standing up to the haka. On personal note, the fact that they do this is STUPID. This is part of Maori culture, it is a war dance. It is meant as an insult and to pick a fight. I am glad that the Utes got up in their grills and let them know that they weren't going to tolerate their insults.
Brian Johnson throwing the ball. This turned out to be a very good thing for the Utes.
Max Hall throwing the ball. This turned out to be a very good thing for the Utes.
Paul Kruger. Have to admit I have a man crush. The guy is a phenom.
Philly Cheese Steak Pizza. Almost as good as the game. Yes it is that good.
Power Run by Asiata, as well as his touchdown pass
We had one Cougar fan in the midst of red. She changed her shirt at the end of the game. Didn't want to be seen in public with it on.
48-24 Scoreboard!
I have enjoyed the comebacks all year, but I am glad this one was out of question in the end.
Finally, I would love to ask Collie about Max not living right. I mean it is completely obvious that he must have some honor code violations. That is the only way his performance makes sense. Someone needs to investigate this.
3 comments:
Hey Fawson! I echo your sentiments about the haka. Having spent two years of our lives in New Zealand, you understand what it is. I don't care whether TDS has a Kiwi on the team or not, they shouldn't do it. If the MWC understood the nature of it, the cougs would be flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct every game they perform it in. My wife and I took great pride when our Utes went over to stop it. Amazing game! I'm glad I got to be there. Take it easy!
No miracles this year cougars, great comments about the Haka it show you the mentality of Bronco Mendenhall, we wish you could have been there in person with us this year Jared, remember to get your tickets for next year, the Utes will be in the hunt again. Go Utes
Jared, Thanks for sharing the story about your dad! It was just the pick up I needed today. I am thankful to have known your Dad, he was a great man and now I know that he was a miracle also. So thankful that you are in our family. Thanks for still loving us BYU fans. Love Janet
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