I hate goodman. He’s a prick. But there were some truths in that article. Hard truths. And like war damn six, I also have some insight into a few of those things first hand. That said- also agree with Six - what might have been and what was, in now in the past.

Although important to remember WHY things may be like they are, we’ve gotta move forward right now.

Does no good to live in the was. Best wishes to Bo Nix, but he is the past. The windshield is a lot bigger than the rear view for a reason.

You’re on fire with top tier content today, good sir.

I am a Nix guy.  The situation for Bo was toxic with Harsin.  I have a particular, personal insight into that. 

Bo had a new OC every fucking year.  And a dipshit for a head coach his last.

I don’t think Goodman is a good writer or journalist or columnist but he is dead on with Nix.  With some consistency and backing, we might not be in the QB shit show we are now.

As one of the few who has probably broken bread with you, Kevin, I say this respectfully…

Nix was never the problem.  He could have been the solution. 

It was never going to be a quick fix. We all know that. We all know why. However, there are some areas that need immediate attention and should be the focus of the coaching staff for the rest of the year. They can't overcome talent deficiencies right now. They can overcome indecisiveness.

How? Look at the defense. They play with a plan. They execute. They don't always win, but they run their stuff and move in a way that you can tell that side of the ball knows the assignment.

The offense needs an enema. Pick a QB and ride with him unless injury forces a change. Can't keep swapping dudes every few drives or when the fit hits the shan. Let one take the lumps and learn. It's the only way. OL has got to come together or it's never gonna work. Establishing and leaning on the run game is the best path forward.

Let's look at the remaining schedule.

fUGA - Sucks to say, but they are gonna beat us like a rented redheaded whore. We aren't there yet. Even if they screw around and only care for a quarter, it's enough to get a win. That's just facts.

The Bye Week will be good for recruiting and healing up anything that can get healed.

@ LSU - These guys aren't world-beaters, but they are ahead of the curve. The West is there for the taking (more on why in a bit). Defense can keep this respectable (like aTm) but their talent threshold and being at home is gonna pay off.

Ole Miss - Honestly, there's a chance. They could mail this season in after talking smack and getting that ass beat last week. Or, this may resurrect their season. Hugh is gonna want this so he needs someone to keep his phone locked up and keep his head in the game. Lane will screw it up if we let him.

Mississippi State - Rudderless and going down like a junior at prom. The lesser bullies are not special. Auburn should win this.

@ Vandy - They suck. The worst part will be the guys having to dress in a parking lot.

@ Arkansas - They aren't special either, but they have a dynamic QB, a killer RB, some good DBs, and they will be fighting for their lives at that point. If it was JHS, I'd think we get it. In Fayettenam, it's advantage Hogs.

New Mexico State - We can go Breaking Bad on these chumps and let some walk ons do the dirty work in the second half.

Alabama - Bama is not what we are used to, but they are still good. At home and if the defense is healthy, we can make this close. All going to depend on what HF and co. can muddle together for the offense in the weeks after LSU and before this game.

6-6 or 7-5 is there for the taking. Anything more this year was a pipe dream and required stuff that just isn't feasible.

I rest my case.

Doesn't your local Sam's carry the Conecuh in 2lb packages( $9?)?

I don't usually go in, I just hit the pumps.

And whatever y'all cooked Saturday caused some raw asses on the field. Knock it off!

You got it, Cochise.  I'll be in your & Wes's country for FUGA through the following Friday.  My grill will stay cool, so that means we should win this one easy.