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12.02.2008

Getting it Cranked Up, Tuesday Edition

Hey everyone. We had a ton of participation on the campfire last night, so big ups to the HOTTIES and our other associates for making it fun.

Maybe we'll light the torch tonight as well.

(The picture at left is the coaches' hallway, barren, at 10 a.m.)

Here's what's happening at this hour:

As you may have seen in other places, there was a team meeting this morning. I didn't relay that information to you because, frankly, it wasn't relevant. They discussed basic stuff like off-season weightlifting schedules and training room hours. They do this every year. Tuberville wasn't discussed.
I'll be keeping an eye on Tuberville and Jay Jacobs today. Nothing (conclusive) has happened so far.
As for the statement you see below from Kirk Sampson, I wouldn't read too much into it. Auburn felt like too many reporters knew about Tuberville's meeting with Jay Gogue (still not sure Jacobs was involved there) and wanted to take a proactive stance. The statement wasn't an affirmation of Tuberville. It wasn't damning, either. It was just an admission that a meeting had occurred. Nothing more.

324 Comments:

FSJ said...: Thanks Jay.

Looks like you have another long day ahead of you..

Should we have lunch delivered to you?; 9:52 AM
Anonymous said...: Back to work for me, Hotties. Someone hit my email up if anything changes.; 9:52 AM
Seanzie said...: So when does this HOTTIE invitational occur, hopefully not until it gets warmer...; 9:52 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: If there is a HOTTIE Invitational, I'll be caddying.

I don't play golf. I don't want to play golf. I don't want to be on a golf course.

I will make concessions if the HOTTIES are involved.; 9:53 AM
James in Auburn said...: Yeah I need to do something that resembles work as well. Mr. Byrne won't be happy if he finds out I've been on the HABOTN all AM so far.

I'll check back at lunch to see if there is any breaking news...; 9:54 AM
Jet said...: We'll do the HABOTN Invitational in Destiny at the Goofy Golf at the same time as the SEC meetings ... other activities ... calling Saban's room at 2:30 a.m., short sheeting his bed, ring and run at 3:15 a.m. with the flaming bag of poo.

Good times.; 9:56 AM
Unknown said...: Jay, this must be the part of being a reporter that you hate. I can't imagine being in this position. It is almost like you are having to go up and ask Tuberville if he is fired yet every day. I wouldn't want to have to do it.; 9:57 AM
Anonymous said...: In other words, James is headed back to browsing Eastern European pornsites the rest of the day.; 9:57 AM
Anonymous said...: I agree Jay its all a false alarm.

New Topics:

1. How is recruiting going? Any new news? Is Auburn really going to offer the QB from Leroy? He will be in the state championship game this weekend, he is a stud, but from a small school.

2. Mens Basketball? Jay is it that bad again? We lost to teams I have not even heard of over the weekend. I can only imagine when we play good teams. Can we please get Chris Porter back from playing in Turkey to help us out.

3. Womens basketball? Hey we look good, lets hope Bonner and Smalley stay healthy.

4. Baseball- I noticed the new coachs recruiting list. Lots of pitcher and players and not many from bama. Thats a good think, my ex-roomate in college played baseball and always said baseball in Florida, etc. other states is heads and shoulder above other areas.; 9:57 AM
Anonymous said...: Would Saban notice if his bed was short-sheeted?; 9:58 AM
Mr. Spock said...: As Commander Data once said on the holodeck -
"Their very silence speaks volumes"

Spock out-; 10:05 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay - thoughts on Kiffin already being called out?; 10:05 AM
Cory said...: What up hotties? Sorry I've been away. Way too much work over the weekend.

Jay,
Do you feel like something will break today either way?; 10:06 AM
AUBigCat said...: I would like to know how these visits are going with our recruits. Specifically Robinson and Atchison.

Women's bball: I hear they are really good. I think they play tomorrow and I'm planning on going. Pred you up for a roadtrip to AU?

Has anyone been in the new student center on campus? If not you must see it. I never would have made it to class had that been here during my undergrad years.; 10:08 AM
Anonymous said...: Cowherd doing a round of southern=backwards and retarded

Welcoming Lane Kiffin to the SEC.

West Coast Schmuck!; 10:09 AM
FrontRim said...: JGT,
Yall should go get the radios out of the Media Relations office and put somebody down in the lower parking lot, someone out back and somebody out front.....then again yall are probably already doing that.; 10:10 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay, does this adjust your 78% or was that already factored in?; 10:11 AM
Eddie McCoy said...: Well, it looks like Jay Jacobs and Tubs are meeting right now. Maybe we will know more later.; 10:11 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Lane Kiffin may have the goods and he may not, I see this as a hire based upon “splash” and not “dash”. Looks to me as if Tenn wanted a flavor of the week poster boy, not someone who knows what they are doing and can make an immediate impact….; 10:12 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Steve, I don't mind this stuff at all. Not even a little. I got into the business because I love chasing stuff. We all do.

Recruiting? Can't really help you there. I pay attention only in a peripheral way.; 10:13 AM
Anonymous said...: For good recruiting information, you have 3 choices.

Scout
Rivals
Auburn Undercover/Crimson Confidential; 10:16 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay,

Latest I have been told is the meeting with Gouge went very well.Gouge is once again backing Tubs. Now he is meeting with Jay or will be very shortly. after that meeting if Jay thinks a change needs to be made then he will have to convince Gouge of it.

This is like a soap opera.; 10:19 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Jacobs and Tuberville meeting this morning?

Interesting idea.; 10:22 AM
Unknown said...: Jay,
Why did Tubs say yesterday there was no meeting, and then AU releases the statement there was a meetine while he was at his sons football banquet and be contacted?; 10:22 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Tuberville never made a statement either way.; 10:25 AM
Unknown said...: sorry, should read couldnt be contacted; 10:25 AM
Unknown said...: This is like a bad episode of Friday Night Lights. lol Jay,
If AU were going to keep him, then why not just say yesterday or today CTT is our guy, we stand with him. The silence is deafening; 10:30 AM
Unknown said...: So, I get the impression the Tuberville index is bouncing between 25% and 78.33%. If what was said about Tuberville having already met with Gouge and he liked what he heard, I can't see Jacobs pulling the trigger. Weirder things have happened though. I am now in a thinking Tuberville will be around mode again. I think I will do a thinking Tuberville will be fired mode later in the day if we don't hear anything.; 10:30 AM
Unknown said...: Marty, I am certain Auburn has it's procedure when evaluating coaches. Maybe they have to go through the checklist before they say anything.; 10:31 AM
michael said...: do you think step 1 is "collect underpants"?; 10:36 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Step 3: Profit.; 10:37 AM
Unknown said...: michael, I don't know about correct underpants, but load shorts may be appropriate in some cases.; 10:37 AM
FSJ said...: Profit trumps all......; 10:39 AM
Monica said...: Jay - Killer photo of barren coaches hall = most excellent photojournalism. Nice work.; 10:40 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Thanks, Mon!; 10:42 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Steve - While on sabatical from Star Fleet, I attended Business School. The first thing I learned - "Cash is King"

If we got the cash ($10+ Million) CTT is G-O-N-E!

I still calculate the odds of a CTT departure at 3 million to 1.

Spock out-; 10:45 AM
CovingtonTigerFan said...: I think I may have over-reacted to the "statement that wasn't really a statement" last night. My gut tells me now that the only way Tubs doesn't come back next year is if he won't budge in his "plan" the way that Jacobs wants him to. Otherwise, I think he's here. I don't think they have any plans to fire him.; 10:49 AM
coosa said...: Mr.S - Jet gave you good advice on the golf courses. River Run is a very good choice. I once shot a 75 there, and a few weeks later shot 95 at the RTJ course at Prattville. I've never had a fun day on a RTJ course and somebody else can play them.

Have a fun day Jay.; 10:56 AM
coosa said...: Covington - don't expect Auburn to be logical. This ain't Kentucky we are talking about. ;); 10:57 AM
shesaid said...: My theory is the reason for Meeting #2: To Be Continued Edition is because Gogue leaned on him about cleaning house in the Offensive staff and Tubs didn't like that idea. I'm guessing they gave him the evening to think it over and come up with something.

So, if my theory is correct, we will see today just how far Tubs' loyalty goes with the BBQ crew.

But what do I know? I'm just a turd.; 10:58 AM
McLovin said...: When will the Jay's met to discuss JJ's performance? All Sports have been pretty much down during his time as AD.; 10:58 AM
Jet said...: Jet is cranking up the truck to head up I-85 ... If a beat-up pickup with a wild eyed driver comes storming into the building, Jay, it's me and holding a coup -- bloodless or otherwise.

Jacobs and Tuberville will have the opportunity to accept negotiated buyouts of a buy one sandwich-get one free coupon to Byron's BBQ.

Otherwise, Clemenza's gonna take 'em for a ride, and he'll be takin' the canoli with him when he leaves.

I'm the new AD folks, and things are changin'.; 11:02 AM
michael said...: I had the same theory, shesaid.

PTB - New coordinator gets to bring in a whole new staff!
CTT - Hells to the no! Don't you realize what a great recruiter Coach Knox is?
PTB - Wait, I thought you didn't have any playmakers and that is why you should get another shot. Why didn't this awesome recruiter recruit playmakers?
CTT - Chill out! He's had a lot on his plate!
PTB - OK, well sleep on it. If you don't agree you're fired.
CTT - I am going home to eat leftover meatloaf and start watching the season of Dancing With The Stars on DVR. Why does it have to be during football season? I already know who won, but I just love that dancing so darn much!; 11:04 AM
Jet said...: Turds of the World, Rise Up!; 11:06 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay,
$4 mil was extended yesterday.

-George; 11:09 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: I think that's what Zack De La Rocha was thinking when he penned "Killing In The Name"...; 11:10 AM
michael said...: I accept no inside information unless it comes from Jaybar. I don't believe you, Tim.; 11:10 AM
FSJ said...: George:

Somebody offers me $4M and I am outta there..

Of course, I don't have a $6M buyout; 11:10 AM
Anonymous said...: New coach is waiting.

-George; 11:11 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Why would Tuberville agree to leave for $4 million when he's guaranteed $6 million?; 11:11 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay and Tubs are meeting as we speak.; 11:12 AM
Jet said...: What's the 2009 buyout, Jay?; 11:12 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Why would you take 4 million when if they fire you they owe you 6 million?; 11:12 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Tubbs should follow the lead of Alan Mullaly and work 2009 for $1. That would prove his commitment, that along with firing 90% of the BBQ gang.

The entire offensive staff must go

Spock Out-; 11:13 AM
Anonymous said...: 2009 buyout is 5 mill.; 11:14 AM
Anonymous said...: Jay G, I'll add to the Rage.

"Gather 'round the family. Pocket full of shells."

"Lights out!"; 11:14 AM
Anonymous said...: Tommy is not guaranteed $6 mil.

-George; 11:17 AM
Jet said...: Did you see the movie "Payback?"

Underrated, in my mind.

Kris Kristofferson to Mel Gibson: "Here's money you'll never live to enjoy."

I'm not saying they'd kill him, per se, but there's all sorts of ways of doin' bidness.

$4 million and handshakes can be a good deal.; 11:17 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: I want answers.; 11:18 AM
Jet said...: YOu want answers?; 11:18 AM
FSJ said...: Explain George...

Everything I've read indicates the $6M is ironclad, outside of being fired for NCAA violations.; 11:18 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Since this is a Rage day, do you think anyone in the meetings today are saying "#!@% you, I won't do what you tell me"?; 11:18 AM
FSJ said...: Oh to be a fly on the wall...I could text Jay with my mini iPhone the details of the meeting. These details could be immediately posted on HABOTN...; 11:20 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: I think I'm entitled to them.; 11:21 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Off the topic, anyone else think Texas was hosed by the BCS?; 11:21 AM
JD said...: Man I can't believe I missed another campfire. Daggum family holiday events...; 11:22 AM
Anonymous said...: RK, yes. Hosed is the word.

They still have an outside shot. If Mizzou beats OK, it could happen.; 11:22 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: like Mikey said, George(Tim) =/= Jaybar, therefore is not credible.; 11:22 AM
Jet said...: I don't give a %$#$ what you think you're entitled to.; 11:23 AM
scott,will not,from tucson said...: say ctt goes...does he go to miss. st.? that would be cool.; 11:24 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Doesn't the BCS have a rule that you have to have played for or won your conference championship to play for the BCS title or am I making this up?; 11:24 AM
scott,will not,from tucson said...: fsj: your take on the seccg?; 11:25 AM
Jet said...: Was Texas hosed? No.

After all, the humans tried to push it back in the poll this week, and they didn't push enough.

All Texas had to do was tackle Crabtree in bounds, or intercept the pass on the play before.

The rules were written before the season ... dems da breaks.

No tears here for the Horns, even though my man Boom is there.

Every game matters ... the ones you win and the ones you lose.

Remember, Mack campaigned his way into the BCS bowls one year. Karma, is has been said, is one mean chick.; 11:26 AM
Jet said...: StarkVegas would be a good spot for Tubs ... they'd love him because he could go back to his Riverboat roots there. Doing that at Auburn would be an admission that he was slipping.; 11:27 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Did you order the code red, Jet?; 11:27 AM
Anonymous said...: Scott...

We will have to play our best game of the year.

We need to hold them under 32 points though, IMO.; 11:27 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Every game does matter, but apparently Texas beating Oklahoma on a neutral field doesn't as much as I figure it should.; 11:28 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: RK, you're making it up. No such rule exists.; 11:28 AM
Jet said...: I did what I had to do.; 11:28 AM
Anonymous said...: We need you on the wall. I want you on that wall!!; 11:30 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Maybe it was something they proposed at one point. I remember seeing that somewhere.; 11:30 AM
michael said...: Perhaps a decreased buyout and a high paying job offer in the athletic department?

At least, that is what Gogue told me. Did I mention he is my uncle and the best Inside Man this side of Brad Lester?; 11:32 AM
Jet said...: Son, we live in a world that has walls. And those walls have to be
guarded by men with guns. Who's gonna do it? You? You, Steve from Columbia (just kidding)? I have a greater responsibility than you can possibly fathom. You weep
for Tuberville and you curse the
hard-core HOTTIES. You have that luxury. You have the luxury of not knowing what I know: That Tuberville's ouster, while tragic, probably saved wins. And my existence, while grotesque and
incomprehensible to you, saves wins.

You don't want the truth. Because
deep down, in places you don't talk about at parties, you want me on that wall. You need me there.
We use words like running game, defense and special teams ... we use these words as the backbone to a life spent defending something. You use 'em as a punchline.
I have neither the time nor the
inclination to explain myself to a
man who rises and sleeps under the
blanket of the very success I provide, then questions the manner in which I provide it. I'd prefer you just said thank you and went on your way.
Otherwise, I suggest you pick up a
a clipboard and a whistle and stand a post. Either way, I don't give a damn what you think you're entitled to.

SO THERE!; 11:36 AM
CovingtonTigerFan said...: You may be right, Coosa. I'm not sure how much "logic" plays a roll in any of this.

And don't think Kentucky is immune -- their AD has made some strange calls to, IMHO.; 11:37 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Some horrible 2008 stats.

Leading rusher: Ben Tate 664 yards, Burns with 441 was 2nd.

Burns led the team with 5 rushing TD's.

The Longest run from scrimmage was 58 yards by Burns.

We averaged just 3.5 yards per rush.

Burns led the team with 1050 yards passing with 2 TD's and 7 int's. Todd had 903 yards passing with 5 TD's and 6 Int's.

The longest pass of the year was by Todd for 58 yards.

We averaged just over 10 yards per completion.

Rod Smith was the leading receiver with 332 yards.

Fannin & Dunn tied with 2 TD's receiving for the team lead.

Tristan Davis averaged 27.4 yards per KR with 2 TD's & Dunn averaged 16.0 yards per PR with 1 TD (1 called back)

Josh Bynes lead the team in interceptions with 3.

Byrum was 11/19 on FG's.

Zac Etheridge was the leading tackler with 75. (Never good when a DB is your leader.)

Coleman was the team leader with 6 sacks and 10.5 tackles for a loss.; 11:37 AM
barkley for governor said...: Think about how mad Auburn fans would be if we beat Alabama and had the same record as them, but they went to the title game.

That's how Texas fans are feeling right now.; 11:39 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Fantastic, Jet. Though, I would have used BBQs instead of parties. :-); 11:39 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Jet, that was incredible.; 11:39 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Lunch break @ Auburn.; 11:41 AM
Jet said...: It really wasn't that difficult.; 11:41 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Are they catering in some BBQ?; 11:42 AM
Mr. Spock said...: RK - You are making that up.; 11:42 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: Sugary sauce; no dry-rub stuff.; 11:43 AM
Quitstina said...: Jet and Peter, lovely reenactment!

I thought someone said long ago "Listen to George. He's a man who knows stuff."; 11:44 AM
Jay G. Tate said...: George doesn't hit 1.000.

He missed at least one today.; 11:45 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Vinegar base is my favorite. I don't like sugary/tomato(ey) sauces so much. Mustard base is second, followed by dry rubs in the the Peter Frankenschmidt hierarchy of bbq. I'm thinking I like the non-sugary tomato bases better than the sugary ones, but try to stay away from both of those if at all possible.; 11:46 AM
WarEagleRK said...: Of course the worst stat, 8 SEC games, 10 offensive TD's.

19 total offensive TD's in 12 games.

6 defensive/special teams TD's.; 11:46 AM
Jet said...: So Peter, what ever happened to the client of yours that got busted for buying a dime bag of oregano?; 11:46 AM
Anonymous said...: JAy what is your % at lunch break.

Mine is 50-50; 11:48 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Yes Jet & Peter - Great Pop culture tie-in - You know I am diggin' it.

Please allow me one....; 11:48 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Were I to invoke logic, Logic clearly dictates that the needs of the many (AU Fans) outweigh, the needs of the few (BBQ Gang)

Spock out-; 11:49 AM
Anonymous said...: This comment has been removed by the author.; 11:49 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: He thought it was mary jane.; 11:49 AM
Anonymous said...: Post of the morning, Jet. Zombie Squad honors are bestowed to you.; 11:49 AM
Jet said...: Forgive me, RK

Mr. Tuberville:

8 SEC games, 10 offensive TD's.

19 total offensive TD's in 12 games.

6 defensive/special teams TD's

Congratulations, you're at the top of the Delta pledge class.; 11:50 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Logic, Mr. Spock? You do realize characters like Jay Jacobs, Tommy Tubberville, The late Tony Franklin, a bbq gang, and Yella Fella are involved, right? Logic may not apply here.; 11:52 AM
CovingtonTigerFan said...: Jay, it sure sounds like you know something, but just can't say it yet...

Or, I'm getting totally paranoid and reading something into everything right now! :); 11:52 AM
Jet said...: KAFFEE: My client's a moron, that's not against the law.

Other lawyer: I've got people to answer to just like you, I'm gonna charge him.

KAFFEE: With what, possession of a condiment?; 11:54 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Jay G doesn't hide information from the hotties. Blasphemy.; 11:54 AM
Anonymous said...: What is Tony Franklin doing these days?; 11:55 AM
Mr. Spock said...: Peter - That is precisely why they must go!; 11:55 AM
Jet said...: Logic? We gave that up for Lent years ago, forgot about it, and never used it again.; 11:56 AM
Mr. Spock said...: I read somehwhere he was "pushing Scotch pines" at a Christmas tree lot, not sure how factual that is....; 11:57 AM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Oh, Mr. Spock. Your superior Vulcan mind cannot fully wrap around the situation that is Auburn Football. Your lack of human emotion cannot compute what is to be done here. If he is to go, that is not the reasoning that will be presented.; 11:57 AM
Will said...: I have to agree, it seems like JGT is holding back a little. Such a pro, keep the fans wanting more. I can't wait for full disclosure.; 11:59 AM
Anonymous said...: PMarsh is reporting the same stuff as here. They are probably all at lunch together.; 12:00 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Col Jessup - It is time for AU to undergo the Kolinahr - Unless you prefer the Pon-farr

Spock out-; 12:00 PM
Anonymous said...: Ok..what has George been saying today?

I can't remember all the posts?; 12:01 PM
Jet said...: Col. Jet is not a Trekkie, sorry.

Unless it's a trek to Havana with the 3rd Marine Division.; 12:02 PM
Anonymous said...: Wonder if they are ordering dessert?; 12:02 PM
Jet said...: Nice, warm brownies with vanilla ice cream on top!; 12:03 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Peter - I will tell you what I told Dr. McCoy - "You must learn to govern your passions - They will be your undoing!"; 12:03 PM
Mr. Spock said...: COl Jessup - If it makes you feel better I took a trip to Iraq with the 3rd Infantry Division.

Rock of the Marne!; 12:04 PM
Anonymous said...: Here's who accounts for the 29 recruits so far at Auburn.

Terry Price - 4.5
James Willis - 7
Hugh Nall - 4
Don Dunn - 2
Eddie Gran - 1.5
Steve Ensminger - 2.5
Greg Knox - 4 outright, 2 halfs with other coaches; 12:07 PM
Anonymous said...: Jay G,
Your being paged by Amos @740; 12:07 PM
Anonymous said...: Doug and Josh are right about one thing.

This has gone on too long (again)!; 12:09 PM
Eddie McCoy said...: Agreed. If Tubs stays, it will only be a short thing at this point. Too much division here to be able to make a long term commitment to Tubs. Recruiting will also continue to take a pounding with him returning.; 12:13 PM
Will said...: So Jay, what is the process for this whole thing? Do you just sit around the athletic complex all day and wait for something to be announced? I picture it like some of those scenes you see on movies....a bunch of guys sitting outside, smoking cigarettes and drinking coffee with a pad and paper in hand, while wearing a fedora hat with a little "PRESS" sticker on it.; 12:13 PM
Just Win AU said...: Why is it taking so long? If he's going to be the coach just say so and then find out what his plan is.; 12:13 PM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: Sensi, what were the numbers at this point last year, and who actually had the most actually on the team come camp?; 12:13 PM
FSJ said...: Who is this idiot on the roundtable?; 12:16 PM
Anonymous said...: PR, as requested.

2008 Recruiting

Greg Knox - 5.5
Terry Price - 5
Don Dunn - 2
Hugh Nall - 2.5
Steve Ensminger - 2
James Willis - 4.5
Eddie Gran - 3, and 3 halfs with other coaches; 12:17 PM
Anonymous said...: Mr. United is just an act. And like this situation, he goes on and on for too long!; 12:18 PM
Anonymous said...: Ok, Lane Kiffin's wife just totally ran to the forefront of hottest SEC wife, ding, we have a winner, come get your trophy. WOW; 12:18 PM
Jet said...: It's only gone on too long if the outcome is the wrong one.; 12:20 PM
Anonymous said...: Lane Kiffin's family; 12:20 PM
Jeremy Eubanks said...: [censored comment about Mrs. Kiffin and trophy]; 12:20 PM
McLovin said...: Mrs. Kiffin is smoking.; 12:21 PM
Unknown said...: For those wanting the entire offensive staff fired, I would re-think that. Let the new OC pick and choose. That is what I am wanting to hear from Tuberville. So far I think all I have heard is that the new OC will be able to bring a couple of people with him.

I do think that the multi-day phenomenon may be due to what I proposed yesterday, namely, coach, you say you can turn it around. How much of that $6 Million are you willing to bet on that?

My feeling is that Tuberville no longer has the fan support to save him, so they now have him by the short and curlies.; 12:27 PM
Jet said...: PETER FRANKENSCHMIDT KAFFEE: This is a record of all telephone calls made from your base in the past 24 hours. After being subpoenaed to Auburn, you made three calls.
I've highlighted those calls in
yellow. Do you recognize those
numbers?

COL. JET JESSUP: I called Colonel Eddie in Georgia, I wanted to let him know I'd be in Auburn. The second call was to set up a meeting with Congressman Sensible of the House Armed Services Committee, and the third call was to Lake Kiffen's wife.

PETER KAFFEE: Why did you make that call, sir?

COL. JET JESSUP: I thought she might like to have dinner tonight. She's a total hottie. Even for a UT girl. The nuclear plant in Oak Ridge is in danger of total meltdown kind of hottie.; 12:28 PM
FSJ said...: Doug Amos is a nice guy I am sure, but he just took all three sides to the Texas, Oklahoma, Texas Tech debate.

Way to jump out there on the ledge... :-); 12:29 PM
Mr. Spock said...: I think the current "Offensive" staff could/should get an interview with the new OC. Let him pick who, if any, he wants to keep. But no pressure, let him choose.; 12:31 PM
Seanzie said...: Anyone have anything good to report, I'm getting awfully tired twidling my thumbs.; 12:31 PM
Unknown said...: Somehow a terrible vision is coming to mind. Gouge with a paddle and Tuberville bent over his desk. "Who's your daddy Tuberville, who's your daddy"?; 12:31 PM
Anonymous said...: Hey Hal Mumme is avaiolable noe after getting canned. Who knows the spread better than him?; 12:33 PM
Unknown said...: Exactly Mr. Spock. What would happen if the offensive staff was fired and the new OC and said he wanted Gran to coach the runningbacks? Well, ummm, he isn't, ummm, here. Sorry about that coach.; 12:33 PM
michael said...: It should be Oklahoma.

And Texas has zero gripe (as would Oklahoma) because they lost a game this year. Lose a game and lose your griping rights.; 12:34 PM
Unknown said...: I am not sure we will run the spread next season. The spread has turned into the bend over and spread em.; 12:34 PM
Jet said...: Hal Mumme Spread vs. Tony Franklin Spread?

Butter.

Parkay.; 12:34 PM
Mr. Spock said...: you know... This OK, TX TT debate is amusing - It proceeds from the assumption that which ever is selected will win the B12CG. They do still have to play that game. What is OK goes and loses? does TX get into the MNC game????; 12:34 PM
Anonymous said...: Nothing will change with the staff until there is a firm decision/commitment to man at the top.

After that, it just depends on the coach.; 12:35 PM
War Eagle Girl said...: back in the gump with the crud....who is the anonymous Goerge?; 12:36 PM
CovingtonTigerFan said...: FSJ, if memory serves me right, George said that the buyout had been negotiated down to 4 million, and that the new coach was ready in waiting.

Jay then said that George was wrong about at least one thing today... which means he could also be RIGHT about one thing, Jay? :)

I know, "at least" is in there, but I'd rather make something out of nothing!; 12:37 PM
Chris in Inverness said...: Anyone from The HATEboard called Bucth Davis?; 12:38 PM
Just Win AU said...: Lunch break over yet???; 12:39 PM
Unknown said...: As I said yesterday, I think it could mean CTT returns with a reduced buyout.; 12:39 PM
Chris in Inverness said...: whoa whoawhoa --- who's George?

What's he know?; 12:40 PM
Anonymous said...: I very seldom agree with Doug Amos but he is right about one thing regarding this AU mess. By not making a strong verbal statement about Tubberville, they ARE making a strong statement about Tuberville.; 12:40 PM
Jet said...: George is Keyser Soze; 12:40 PM
Quitstina said...: Keyser Soze? Very nice Jet. You are on a roll today!; 12:41 PM
Monica said...: George,

I need your phone number.

Monica; 12:42 PM
Mr. Spock said...: WTC - See my earlier post about their silence speaking volumes.....; 12:42 PM
CovingtonTigerFan said...: I have no idea who "George" is. But I'd sure like to know...; 12:42 PM
FSJ said...: Kristina:

Don't give Jet the big head....; 12:42 PM
Seanzie said...: He could just be some guy making stuff up.; 12:43 PM
Anonymous said...: Someone mentioned this yesterday.

I have a feeling we will all feel like Ralphie after the decoder ring incident.; 12:43 PM
Anonymous said...: The longer we go with no news, the more I think Tubs is gone. Just don't see how they can keep him after last saturday unless there is really nobody at all interested in this job.; 12:43 PM
Anonymous said...: If the conversation ay AU is going like JMoon and Scarbinski are discussing, these nuts are putting their egos way above Auburn University. What a shame. Total mismanagement.

It seems they all are willing to throw AU under the bus. Move over Monic here comes the whole university.; 12:44 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Jet - I thought Keyser ran a bank in Montgomery -; 12:44 PM
Jet said...: Spock, that's Kobayashi!; 12:46 PM
Anonymous said...: Redfoot has the package, Jet.; 12:48 PM
Quitstina said...: What, Faker? I enjoy a good pop culture reference.; 12:49 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Rivals is reporting that the jobs of the AU offensive staff, including "Hugh Null" are in jeopardy. "Hugh Null" Freudian slip?; 12:50 PM
Anonymous said...: Overheard in UAT recruiting room after the game Saturday that Saban made a comment that he(Saban) did not know what they were doing over there (AU) but they have only 1 or 2 guys on their board that UAT really would like to have.; 12:50 PM
Jet said...: FSJ ... if a lady wants to say something nice to me, get outta the way. You're a Tuberville fan is what you are.

By the way, saying you're a Tuberville Fan makes one think that you're scared of him because you are a known Faker.

But I think you're a Double Faker who really wants us to think you're scared of Tuberville when you really aren't, so you pronounce your love for him to double fake us.

He's a wily guy, FSJ. Better watch him.

And, Kristina, thank you.; 12:50 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Jet - I thought Kobayashi was that Japanese dude who eats all those hotdogs!; 12:51 PM
Anonymous said...: I'm on hold on The WMSP Roundtable; 12:51 PM
Mr. Spock said...: By the way, The "Kobayashi Manuever" was Kirk's doing, not mine....; 12:51 PM
FSJ said...: You are correct Jet...

I'm a double Faker...; 12:51 PM
War Eagle Girl said...: thought we were doing away with anonymous? I'm sorry in the end that TT says he loves Auburn but still treats it like we are just a business; 12:52 PM
Quitstina said...: Hey. One post and now we're pounding Amos? Did I miss something?; 12:52 PM
FSJ said...: Go get em Sensi...; 12:52 PM
Eddie McCoy said...: Look forward to you getting on Mr. S.; 12:52 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Yes, Jet gets his "Props" today; 12:53 PM
Anonymous said...: I agree with Monica on this - things at AU will always be dysfunctional with the power structure the way it is.; 12:53 PM
Jay G. Tate said...: I've been asked to be on the show, but I really don't want to do that.; 12:53 PM
Quitstina said...: And you're welcome Jet. Faker is just jealous.; 12:54 PM
War Eagle Girl said...: they just want to be part of the HABOTN and don't want to be left out; 12:54 PM
Chris in Inverness said...: Well, who's Dean Keaton then?

Keaton alwasy said he doesn't believe in God but he fears him.

Well, I believe in God and the only thing I fear in this world is Kizer Sosay.; 12:54 PM
FSJ said...: Understand Jay..

You are in a tough position being a beat writer versus a columnist like Scarbo...; 12:54 PM
Mr. Spock said...: Jet - If FSJ is a double faker - Can he be placed on double secret probation?; 12:55 PM
Jet said...: Good no call, Jay.

Your responsibility is to the HOTTIES, the Advertiser and Dougie/MoonBag, in that order.; 12:55 PM
Monica said...: Just say no.; 12:55 PM
Anonymous said...: Yeah, they mentioned getting up with you early on, Jay G. I don't blame you either on this.; 12:55 PM
Monica said...: OMG Saban is getting his instructions from Bear Bryant.

Wow.; 12:56 PM
Mr. Spock said...: I am starting to feel like Tom Petty now.....; 12:56 PM
FSJ said...: Good grief...

Nick Saban is not Bear Bryant.

He's NMFS.......; 12:56 PM
Anonymous said...: What was the talk about the Troy coach going to Miss State? Is that legit? What if he did and came to AU and beat him with the TF offense?; 12:56 PM
Chris in Inverness said...: Jay, I'm from B;ham and don't get the show.

Don't tell us what you wasn't going to say.; 12:57 PM
Monica said...: Who would stay on hold for 52 minutes to be on a radio talk show?; 12:57 PM