Bobref

You’re talking secession, man! Seriously, is that even remotely realistic?

Irish land a 4 star running back from the class of 2023. https://247sports.com/college/notre-dame/Article/Jayden-Limar-commits-to-Notre-Dame-football-Four-Star-Running-Back-Class-of-2023-Fighting-Irish-Marcus-Freeman-188004760/ Top247 RB Jayden Limar breaks down commitment to Notre Dame Lake Stevens (Wash.) running back Jayden Limar is headed to South Bend. The West's top running back in the 2023 class just announced his commitment to Notre Dame moments ago. And he's excited to begin his career with the Irish. "The biggest reason I chose Notre Dame is the relationship I built with the coaches and what they can do for you after football," said Limar. "Back in April, a little after coach (Deland) McCullough got hired, I knew they were going to be the school for me." In fact, McCullough was one of the first people to hear the news. "I told coach (Marcus) Freeman than coach Deland than coach Tommy (Rees) but Chad Bowden (Notre Dame's program director) was the first to know," said Limar. "They were all very hyped and I caught most of them off guard and they are all very excited about the future." Limar said his family was completely on board with his decision. "My family helped me make the decision and we’re all for Notre Dame," said Limar. "I have a lot of Catholic family that are also very excited." Now Limar is immediately turning to a recruiter for the Irish. "I'm trying to recruit any quarterback that I can get," said Limar. "I feel like we get a good quarterback in our class and we are set. I am also going to try to get in-state players like Caleb Presley." Limar said the distance from home never made a big impact on him. "Distance wasn’t a huge factor because even if you stay close to home, you only really get to go home when they give you time off and everybody gets around the same time off," said Limar. Limar said he's done with his recruitment and ready to focus on his senior year. "I'm 100% committed to Notre Dame," said Limar. "It’s a huge relief to be committed. I’ve been pretty stressed lately with all of it so I’m happy to get that weight off my shoulders" Limar said he plans to enroll early, getting to South Bend next January. A four-star in the industry-generated 247Sports Composite Rankings, Limar is the No. 11 running back by 247Sports while the composite ranks him as the No. 15 running back nationally and both the composite and 247Sports tab him as the No. 4 prospect in the state of Washington in the class of 2023. Jayden Limar Scouting Report: He is well built with good wiggle and shiftiness, with a frame that should add some more weight. He does a good job anticipating his linemen clearing the way, being decisive in his hole selection, putting his foot in the ground and getting up field. Limar sees the field extremely well, runs with good balance and can get yards after contact. He does a good job of churning out some tough yards. Can continue to get stronger, with his speed already there.

I wonder if anyone can think of an example historically of a successful government attempt to legislate morality. Let’s not kid ourselves. That’s exactly what this is.

I know a lot of people who handle firearms quite proficiently. But I’m not so sure of their competency to design a curriculum. Do you view the skill sets as comparable? Because if they’re not, your metaphor is just a cute sound bite, without any real relevance. I hasten to add once again, don’t interpret this as my advocating any particular position in this debate.

I’ve heard statistics in the wake of the recent well-publicized mass shootings that “[insert really high percentage] of the American an people want meaningful gun control, such as more and better background checks, closing gun show loopholes, magazine size limits, banning “assault” weapons, ad infinitum.” I don’t believe them any more than I believe the statistics I hear coming from the other side. I’m not advocating for anything. Just offering my opinion that none of that can come to pass with SCOTUS composed as is, and Congress being what it is. Except, there is a clear path to significant reform. Notice I didn’t say an “easy” path. Repeal the Second Amendment, or at least amend it. It’s been done before. The 21st Amendment repealed the 18th Amendment (Prohibition). There are basically 4 ways to do this: The proposed Amendment passes Congress by a 2/3 supermajority, and is ratified by either 3/4 of the state legislatures or special conventions held in 3/4 of the states, or the proposed Amendment is passed at a national convention called by congress when requested by 2/3 of the states, and then ratified by either 3/4 of the state legislatures or special conventions held in 3/4 of the states. If, the support for radical gun control is as widespread as some claim, why isn’t there movement in this direction?

You mean, in addition to the fact that many teachers are mentally unstable? 😂🤣

Having seen Zionsville up close each of the last two seasons, I agree with you 100%. As long as they have coaching continuity, they’ll rise to the top. They are so organized, disciplined, and well-coached that it translates well from class to class. If they’re not there already, they’ll soon be in “reload” mode as opposed to “rebuild.”

I don’t know…. I’ve known some teachers I was pretty sure were mentally unbalanced, to put it politely. 🤣

One might assume that … but just the raw numbers, standing alone, don’t support that conclusion. There are multiple alternative explanations that are just as likely. Lack of critical analysis is a side effect of such a dogmatic, agenda-driven approach.

So, you’ve concluded that, because there is a large voter turnout, the law does not function to suppress voting?

Irish also host the “Dabo NIL Whiners” this season. That should be interesting.

Life is to the quick. State law!

Saw that movie the night before my first — and only — marathon. I know that’s a bit trite, but I was pretty desperate at that point.

All I will say about this is beware the Law of Unintended Consequences.

That cinches it. 🥱

I don’t know whether to laugh or yawn.

Ditto. Janis Qualizza and Amy Beckham at Merrillville, and Patty McCormick at Lowell come immediately to mind. There are plenty of others.

I thought it doesn’t count as a true no-hitter because the Pirates batted only 8 times.

Most of the questions I pose don’t necessarily reflect my personal beliefs. Rather, they are intended to stimulate discussion, force people to re-examine their previous opinions, or play “devil’s advocate.” I’m just a tired old trial lawyer who has taken a few thousand depositions, and examined several hundred witnesses in court.

Yes, indeed we do. That doesn’t make adding more desirable. Nor do I think this particular subject matter’s unique character can be overlooked … or overstated. Having said that, I generally agree with you and Jefferson.

I can certainly live with a legislative response if SCOTUS overturns Roe, but you have to agree a state-by-state patchwork of laws will be a sh*t show. And you have to consider the most important law of all: “The Law of Unintended Consequences.” The Law states: “Whenever a plan or strategy is implemented, regardless of the degree to which it accomplishes the desired goal, it will generate consequences that are both unintended and unforeseen.” And I didn’t say you were inconsistent. I said hypothetical questions are used to probe for inconsistency. But since you wouldn’t answer, I can’t tell whether there is logical inconsistency in your positions … although I suspect there is. 😉

This is a great story. The Bus is still very connected to the ND program, and the University in general. He is a true Notre Dame man. https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-hall-of-famer-jerome-bettis-completes-his-business-degree-at-notre-dame-28-years-after-leaving-university/ Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis completes his business degree at Notre Dame 28 years after leaving university The 50-year-old can now add a college degree to his already impressive resume. Former Pittsburgh Steelers star running back Jerome Bettis is officially a college graduate. "The Bus" returned to Notre Dame decades after leaving the university to finish out his degree from the Mendoza School of Business. The 50-year-old wants to send a message to everyone that it is never too late to go after a goal and emphasizes the importance of education. The class of 2022 graduate shared the news on Twitter, writing: "A promise made, a promise kept. 28 years after leaving @NotreDame, I've completed my degree from the Mendoza School of Business. I hope my journey serves as reminder that education is the true equalizer in life and it is never too late to start.” The "promise" Bettis speaks of is one to his mother, who he told he would graduate college. When he first went back to school, he commented on his reasoning for why he decided to go back and pursue his degree. "I promised my mother that I would get my degree. In my immediate family, I'll be the first person to graduate from college," he said. "But most importantly, I have two children. For them to see dad finish a commitment that he set out some 27 years ago, for me to complete that, I think it says a lot to them." Embarrassing defenses seemed like second nature to The Bus, but college presented new challenges, especially after being away from the classroom for so long. "It is so strange. Because I'm so behind the times. I mean, I'm a dinosaur in the sense of school. I don't know where anything is. I'm struggling with the technology," he said. Those at Notre Dame know the Hall of Famer getting his degree sends a positive message to others at the school. "I say to all our coaches that there are three things we should be concerned about versus integrity: Do things the right way, second is help these kids get a degree and do well in their lives, and the third is winning on the field," Notre Dame president Father John Jenkins said. "And Jerome getting a degree after all his success just underscores how important that is." File this one as: Things you love to see.