Irishman

They are just "Irish" now....they had to drop "Fighting" in the early 2000's with a copyright settlement with UND. When the term Fighting Irish was coined, it was a derogatory nickname from the days of the Civil War. regular troops often made fun of the Irish units because they would get drunk nightly and apparently do as much fighting in camp as they did on the front lines. The leprechaun itself was a cartoonish character that highlighted certain Celtic traits and was created as a way to make fun of the Irish immigrants. All that said, the nickname Irish or Fighting Irish do not carry the same level of negativity as some others do or used to.

Things that make you go mehh https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2023/04/29/indiana-basketball-gets-anthony-walker-from-miami-in-transfer-portal/70166310007/?fbclid=IwAR0TAXEymDhvxNKrutEmMBug7N_AMUlLSCt8SsMPYaEZO5u0QlPY9nGWG9s

I know it happens in other sports, and it counts on the record, but I have not heard of it happening in football. That said football is a bit unique. My only concern is you could potentially have 18/19 year old varsity players competing against younger, less physically mature players. I only say that from the risk of injury standpoint. Sure there are risks in everything we do, but I think that is really the only consideration I can think of that could be an issue.

This is a pretty funny take

It's official. I am ok with it

Sealed the deal https://247sports.com/college/indiana/Article/Transfer-portal-recruiting-news-Indiana-lands-Oregon-7-foot-freshman-Kelel-Ware-a-5-star-prospect-out-of-high-school-208033917/

One of the concerns when this started had been what would happen to many other sports and athletes? That they would suffer because so much would have to go to football and basketball players; this is an interesting twist to that concern. That said, I do think there are a couple other concerns that come to mind. Who is following her on social media is one, and two, looking at images and personality, it is clear why she is so popular. Call it a sexist or misogynistic comment but it is a reality in this case.

Thinkin someone should buy a lottery ticket at this point. 😂 Not surprised by the guys leaving. Nice pickup with Sparks. I saw this story, and a friend had said that IU was one of those programs. I hope that is not the case though. https://sports.yahoo.com/fau-coach-dusty-may-middle-111112775.html

Interesting question....from what I read, the 2 points to stay only applies to teams playing up because of the SF. I guess we will find out in about a year.

Congrats to Hoosier native, Cathedral HS and Hanover College alum Micah Shrewsberry https://www.blackshoediaries.com/2023/3/22/23652476/report-micah-shrewsberry-leaving-penn-state-for-notre-dame

And this guy's aim

As long as your aim is better than these 2.

Great summary/obit Easy....I agree with all you have stated. This is a critical off season for Woodson too. Next year will be the best gauge yet as to where the program actually is in its progress. I am curious too as far as any in State recruits if Purdue's epic fail, adding to their tournament history under Painter will have an impact/help IU. It may be a stretch because I honestly don't know how interested Woodson is in in State kids.

Nope....That was actually pretty pathetic. Miami shot the lights out and IU's defense was lost all night. Why Jackson Davis is chasing and guarding around the 3 point line is beyond me. The lane was wide open all night for them. Several players for IU just never showed up. Galloway played a HORRIBLE game. Hood Schifino played like a freshmen. Frustrating end to a decent season.

Solid win against kent State tonight, a scrappy team that plays hard....out of control at times, but they go 100 mph the whole 40 minutes. TJD really stepped up the 2nd half, and I cannot praise Race Thompson enough for doing a lot of the dirty work with offensive rebounds, diving for the ball. The question is can they play like that 2 games in a row?

unbelievable...... 2022 Purdue team....that was the worst loss in program history 2023 Purdue team....hold my beer Edey takes one shot in the last 12 minutes???? 3 point shooting was atrocious. You had FDU guys in serious foul trouble. WTF?

Did NOT see this coming

There is something like 4 of those guys at this point, isn't there? I lost count

Watching the Pat McAfee show now. It is clear A A Ron is done in Green Bay. Interesting to hear as it seems the pattern for communication is the same as it has been with other players they let go. he is speaking about Green Bay in past tense. I do love how he blasted Adam Schefter....told him don't know how you got it, but lose my number. Kind of a weird feeling though. We knew the day was coming, but it still hits hard when it is here.

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I really do not see why a new conference discussion would not be allowed. Here was my follow up on the topic to clarify a couple things in detail.

A true legend of the game. Always loved watching games when it was Winter in Minnesota. But he had some great teams that it seems do not get as much attention as they deserve. RIP Coach. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/35835975/bud-grant-led-vikings-4-super-bowls-hof-career-dies