🏈 Texas' Steve Sarkisian: ...a team in our state in another conference w/a schedule that I would argue if I played w/our 2's & 3's we could go undefeate

 

[TerryP]

Did anyone ever see a reason Sark went off on Ole Miss and basket weaving last week? The last I read it was out of the blue.

 

[Bamabww]

@TerryP I've asked around and can't find anyone who knows.

 

[Justneedme81]

My guess with Ole Miss and Texas Tech... he probably didn't like what other schools were saying about them in recruiting... hence he making comment about them in an insulting way.

 

[Justneedme81]

Texas Tech GM takes shot at Texas, Steve Sarkisian after callout: 'Now it's a bunch of excuses'

Texas Tech's general manager has now called out Steve Sarkisian after Thursday's comments, saying "excuses" are coming from Austin.

www.on3.com

 

[TerryP]

My guess with Ole Miss and Texas Tech... he probably didn't like what other schools were saying about them in recruiting... hence he making comment about them in an insulting way.

The last time I heard Sark talking this way he was on the W Coast and had an intimate relationship with 'FireBall.'

I hold a degree of hope this isn't the case. I have to weigh that hope against things like ...

We see what's happening with Will Wade and LSU basketball. We knew that because we've seen it before.
With Kiffin and his antics as of late. There, we've seen that before. It's not a surprise while it is disappointing.

Now, with Sark? We've seen that before ...

Two years ago, give or take a day or two, I mentioned hearing that the "booster environment" and Sark were beginning to have their conflicts. Last year I pointed out where Sark had guys like Jeff Banks appearing at the booster functions: he was avoiding those scenes.

Now ...

Sumpin' ain't right.

 

[TerryP]

@TerryP I've asked around and can't find anyone who knows.

Cup of Joe, grabbed a hoe, and did a little diggin' ...

My only guess? It has something to do with GSR. While looking around the 'net, the references I've seen to GSR for the whole athletic department have been good for Texas. But, when it comes to the football program? Not so good.

IE: Here's an example of some of the things I've skimmed over looking for Sark's reasoning. Granted, Ole Miss isn't much better: if at all.

For the past 10 days, football fans and pundits have focused on the four schools playing for the national championship: Alabama, Michigan, Washington and Texas. Alabama (93%), Michigan (89%), and Washington (84%) had high graduation rates, while Texas had a lower graduation rate (75%).

75%. That's 10 percentage points lower than the average for FBS, five points lower than FCS schools.

 

[50+yeartidefan]

Texas... looking in from the outside look lkke a sure fire enough contender.

But.. surprising that Sark isnt focused on Texas at the 100% level. Texas Tech. Old ms. Who cares. Who cares what they say to recruits. Who cares about Big 12.

Graduation rates. May be biggest farce since Dion Sanders.

Its strange the things happening in this world these days

 

[TerryP]

If I was sitting down for a minute I'd look for this. There's something rattling around in my head with Sark and the number of transfers credits Texas allows when they are accepting portal players. I can't put my finger on where...

Graduation rates. May be biggest farce since Dion Sanders.

How do you figure? The GSR is clearly defined.

Personally, I've noticed a lot of improvements in academics over the last 20 years. Sadly, the portal seems to be erasing that progress. It definitely is hurting GSR numbers; horrible in FCS, DII's, and on down the line where players don't find new programs.

 

[50+yeartidefan]

If I was sitting down for a minute I'd look for this. There's something rattling around in my head with Sark and the number of transfers credits Texas allows when they are accepting portal players. I can't put my finger on where...


How do you figure? The GSR is clearly defined.

Personally, I've noticed a lot of improvements in academics over the last 20 years. Sadly, the portal seems to be erasing that progress. It definitely is hurting GSR numbers; horrible in FCS, DII's, and on down the line where players don't find new programs.

Figured..... on line work. Not attending classes. Classes designed for Athletes.

True true true

 

[TerryP]

Figured..... on line work. Not attending classes. Classes designed for Athletes.

In my opinion, you're touching on something where perceptions don't meet reality. Having had both, I can't say—with ANY conviction—an online class is easier than one in person. It hasn't been in my experience.

Not attending classes isn't an "athlete" thing. Easy classes for a credit aren't either. More attention is paid towards your Joe Linebacker not going to a communications class (and passing) than to John Accountant.

How much attention is being focused on academic progress today? I can't answer that. I'm not sure anyone can given we're "newborns" in this portal era. I know it was one of the few good moves by the NCAA to institute academic progress towards a degree (when judging GSR, transfer eligibility, etc.)

 

[50+yeartidefan]

In my opinion, you're touching on something where perceptions don't meet reality. Having had both, I can't say—with ANY conviction—an online class is easier than one in person. It hasn't been in my experience.

Not attending classes isn't an "athlete" thing. Easy classes for a credit aren't either. More attention is paid towards your Joe Linebacker not going to a communications class (and passing) than to John Accountant.

How much attention is being focused on academic progress today? I can't answer that. I'm not sure anyone can given we're "newborns" in this portal era. I know it was one of the few good moves by the NCAA to institute academic progress towards a degree (when judging GSR, transfer eligibility, etc.)

All possible. For sure. And for some ....online is a God-send opportunity ...great for them....some will work as hard.... learn .....advance...

But....

Its also an opportunity for the 180..... have others do ur work...got plenty of $$$ to pay someone ...just like "term-papers". Book reports....taking crip hours
Not naive to think...its not the case...and you are right its not only an athlete thing for sure...


Not being judgmental....just saying. ....u know...
See gpa number....dont put much stock..my point only (& maybe Sarks)..

 

[TerryP]

Sark with a shot across the bow of TTU.

The Red Raiders decided to send the armada.

 

[Secondand26]

In my opinion, you're touching on something where perceptions don't meet reality. Having had both, I can't say—with ANY conviction—an online class is easier than one in person. It hasn't been in my experience.

Not attending classes isn't an "athlete" thing. Easy classes for a credit aren't either. More attention is paid towards your Joe Linebacker not going to a communications class (and passing) than to John Accountant.

How much attention is being focused on academic progress today? I can't answer that. I'm not sure anyone can given we're "newborns" in this portal era. I know it was one of the few good moves by the NCAA to institute academic progress towards a degree (when judging GSR, transfer eligibility, etc.)

Based on what I’ve taken & the ones that my daughter took in college- I’ve always held that online courses are more difficult. Maybe being in the classroom setting makes you focus & interact more.

 

[TerryP]

Based on what I’ve taken & the ones that my daughter took in college- I’ve always held that online courses are more difficult. Maybe being in the classroom setting makes you focus & interact more.

Sorta like the teacher would kick it up a notch if the test was open book?

The last several I've taken offered "live chat environments" after the section, pre test. But, working at your own pace...my question at 3 AM wasn't too bad. It was west coast based. Still, I prayed someone else had asked earlier so I would have to wait.

This is something they are going to have to work on to come up with some reasonable solution. I've read the last couple of days about two lady golfers who are taking their courses online. They live on the west coast while enrolled in school this semester. The school is either in the upper mid-west or north east. I can't recall the school off the top of my head. They literally fly to join the team, play, then fly home...at least, that's how I understand the story so far.

That's just such a weird situation. You're in a team sport that's scored on how you play individually. You're playing for a school whose location isn't golf friendly; home fits the bill.

I need to find the time to read more ... so many layers.

 

[bamafan9201]

Sark with a shot across the bow of TTU.

The Red Raiders decided to send the armada.

 

[It Takes Eleven]

The funny thing is that SMU's projected SOS comes in just behind Texas Tech's, both in the 60's. The hit dog yells the loudest.

https://collegefootballnews.com/college-football/college-football-strength-of-schedule-rankings-2026-spring

 

[TerryP]

I've read the last couple of days about two lady golfers who are taking their courses online. They live on the west coast while enrolled in school this semester. The school is either in the upper mid-west or north east. I can't recall the school off the top of my head. They literally fly to join the team, play, then fly home...at least, that's how I understand the story so far.

@Secondand26 it's EMU.