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Exactly. The schedule is a great mix of games that allow you to learn how to win, and games that challenge you mentally (against the tougher squads).

The argument made was that, as an established mid-major, the next step was never taken in scheduling to increase our odds at taking that next step in the postseason. We are working to re-establish ourselves as a top mid-major, and this schedule is as good if not better on the top end than any schedule we've had in recent memory. The bottom end is borderline irrelevant because there is very little difference in teams ranked 200 and lower (towards 300). We've had a plethora of them on our schedules over the last 14 years, and there might not be much difference in the ones on this schedule. However, the difference is made up on the top end, and I think this schedule is great, especially with where we are at as a program. Nevada and Marshall made noise in the tourney - they will draw some attention, especially with Marshall at home. Clemson is ACC, and then the other Caymans game is against solid competition since the field is top to bottom strong.

Strong schedule in my opinion. I'm assuming Cedarville is an exhibition? Regardless, Nevada, Marshall, Clemson, and that second Cayman Islands game are awesome. Strong 4 games there. And for the second year in a row, we don't have Lipscomb or a NCAlphabetSoup school on our schedule - dreams do come true.

Weird. Edit: Unless we're adding ECU to the conference, and even they have lost their luster in my eyes. Second Edit: Maybe this is a sign that the MAC is Davy Jones' locker, and we are stuck in the MAC forever.

This whole thing is stupid. The $40 for the Tennessee game was bad, but the streaming services back then were still relatively new and the percentage of a bill that went to Disney was lower back then. The ESPN+ is a money gouge gimmick by Disney, and they can kiss my rear end. The percentage of my cable bill that already goes to Disney is ridiculous, let alone having to pay an extra $5 for every month there are Zips games available on there? I hate it, hate it, hate it. $5 isn't much, but it's the principal of the matter. Rant over (for now).

AWESOME! Elmore is still there, too. Should be a lot of intrigue for this game.

Have you ever played NCAA Football 14? The Info is ALWAYS FULL. Instant solution to our football attendance problems.

What you watch is your choice. Hint: watch more of Akron.

Poor @Illini Zip

What a cool Facebook page. I didn't know the Browns & Steelers played a game there. For more photos.

Imagine if Butler hadn't promoted from within with Brad Stevens.

I didn't talk about his talent. He's great. Top 2 talent of all time. I think you're underestimating LeBron's involvement in player personnel.

When LeBron is involved in your organization, your organization is held hostage by his ego. I also believe LeBron's basketball IQ is highly overrated, so him controlling your franchise isn't a good thing strictly from that standpoint. When LeBron came back in 2014, the Cavs had Andrew Wiggins, Kyrie Irving, and some cap space. LeBron pushed to trade Wiggins for Love, and proceeded to use the open cap space to sign his veteran buddies. He had Blatt fired, and replaced with the joke-of-a-coach in Ty Lue, strictly because Lue would listen to LeBron. The loss in '15 was due to the injuries to Kyrie & love. The victory in '16 was improbable, and I'm thankful for it, but then Golden State adapted, going out and adding KD. Ironically enough, LeBron started the super team trend, and was ultimately defeated by the trend he started. Instead of wisely using any cap space we had to get younger, LeBron pushed for big contracts for JR & Thompson - contracts we're still stuck with while he's out in LA now. The constant drama that surrounded the team got real old, and we greatly underachieved, only winning 1 title. He never committed to Cleveland once he came back, and pulled this team/fan base through the mud throughout all of his contract crap. Now we're sitting here, some saying the Cavs are going to suck, because LeBron failed to allow the Cavs to prepare for the future. If the Cavs are wise, they follow the Celtics model - hire a good coach (I've been saying for a while I'd hand Jay Wright a blank check to come coach the Cavs), establish a system, and build through the draft. Eventually, you'll have a product that will attract some key free agents. A team that nails those steps, as the Celtics have, will achieve more than what LeBron has achieved. Edit: Side note. If you want to see how bad LeBron is as a GM, the Cavs now have the 2nd lowest title odds in the NBA since his departure. Pathetic. Good riddance.

Hudson...? Do you mean Bath? Thank goodness he's gone. Best thing for the Cavs in the long run.

No mention of his 3 or 4 consecutive Big Ten championships? Bummer.

I must have missed that, and instead read into your takes as implied attacks on the sport of football. What an incredibly hot take.

Psh. 615 1x, that's it? I rep that weight... on seated leg press. Wow that's an impressive squat. Sounds and looks like our strength and conditioning program is strong... Pun intended.

Dangit. The Indians will just miss Bassitt. I guess this is a good thing, because I'd want the Indians to shell him, but I'd also want Bassitt to do well.

First of all, thank you for your service. Second of all, I am a HUGE advocate of the above statement. If football eventually dies, let it be because of the choices of the individuals after they are well informed on the matter.

Good hire.

I'm assuming most if not all leagues have some sort of warning system now where they hand out papers with the risks. We're in a lawsuit-happy society now, and to avoid negligent liability, that's pretty standard practice (again, I'm assuming).

It's troubling, but at this point, anyone who plays football knows the risks. Joe Thomas is on record for saying he knows what football has done to his body and brain, but he knew the risks when he signed up to play football. That doesn't make it any less sad, nor does it excuse a lack of progress in safety equipment (not saying there is a lack of progress), but it's football.

Huge get. Wow.

Two REALLY bad articles. - Ohio can't be a CLEAR favorite to win the East when they lost it last year to Akron, who has probably gotten better and deeper. - Incredibly contradictory to say the Zips should have an explosive offense, yet only have us putting up 3 points in several games, and at most 17 points in other games. - There is no basis for these predictions other than throwing noodles at the wall to see what sticks.

Boom! Transfer U baby! Excellent addition.