Recent content by Kurttr

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    ***2026 Minnesota Vikings***

    Well, Seattle actually had a running game and used it. I wouldn't suggest that Darnold is a great QB but a good one. While he clearly stunk in his last two games as a Viking - whuppings by DET and LAR (playoffs) - KOC was the one calling the plays and making absolutely no adjustments. Common...
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    ***2026 Minnesota Vikings***

    I like the positivity. But, ultimately, both the lines need serious improvement, and KOC is living off his rep with a a couple initial years that looked paper-like with the early playoff losses. Is he a good HC or simply a great QB coach? Can he actually manage a game once it gets going? Can he...
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    Williams & Blum: Is Iowa State’s 2026-27 basketball roster final?

    I like how you're thinking and can agree that we haven't really had capable players (including playing D!) sitting on the bench, but it's hard to believe TJ playing more than eight until it happens.
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    **** Official 2026 MBB Spring Transfer Portal Thread ****

    Hat tip to MyNameEhJeff
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    **** Official 2026 MBB Spring Transfer Portal Thread ****

    Has good O skills but don't think he'd fit the ISU D
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    Give Pleta his flowers...

    He and Batemon have really improved during the year - impressive by them and coaches. In the offseason, Batemon needs to work on his handle and ability to create shots - I like that he’s hit a pull-up in the lane a few times recently but needs to improve there and at the hoop too. Still...
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    ***2026 Minnesota Vikings***

    Kwesi was a disaster from day one - other than FA signings from prior year (Greenard, Gink, and Cashman) - and should have never been re-upped (or hired in the first place). But, he's not the only one contributing to this - KOC is Charmin-soft with the players and has miles to go with game...
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    One-on-One with Iowa State Head Football Coach Jimmy Rogers

    Sure, all coaches have their sayings and I'm sure Rogers will too. But, I'd suggest that Campbell had the distinct skill of saying effectively nothing for however long his chats went. I stopped listening a long time back, so maybe you'll tell me that changed. E.g., TJ sure has his sayings, but...
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    Toure

    Don't sleep on Jeff Grayer - that's the top frosh I've seen at ISU
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    ***2026 Minnesota Vikings***

    Kwesi has flat out failed at the draft so far, not just his first season. And, he still has a lot on the line from last year's "Incomplete" as JJ will play this year and Turner will hopefully step up. Kwesi's very good at the FA game, clearly, but you can't get extended success without strongly...
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    *** Official #3 IOWA STATE vs Iowa Game(Day) Thread ***

    JJ - he's very talented as many have mentioned. Just imagine when he gets in shape. Seems to tire pretty quickly - likely due to spring/summer surgery & recovery. Can't wait to see what he'll do when he's in shape.
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    49ers - Brock Purdy - Still and Always #1

    Hey, Cyhig, appears we'll have to agree to disagree on Cousins co-owning this with KOC. I'd note that KOC didn't force the pass that ensued... I'm not yet sold on KOC, either. Seems a bit too much a player's coach. Maybe he'll get his legs, we shall see. Everything went the Vikings way last...
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    49ers - Brock Purdy - Still and Always #1

    Oh, that one's definitely on KOC as well. But, how can you absolve Cousins? How many years has he been in the league? He doesn't have the sense to spike a ball in that situation? He even acknowledged afterwards that he could have done that - has license to do so... great example of what Kirk is...
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    49ers - Brock Purdy - Still and Always #1

    Haven't read all posts, but, I can say as a Vikings fan that's watched all of Cousins' games here. There is no way that any sane FB person would want Cousins to lead their team... and, no way that SF would want him over what Brock has been delivering. While Cousins has a stronger arm and much...
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    ***2026 Minnesota Vikings***

    I think we probably agree on a lot. Kirk brings a high floor and a low ceiling. I’m just not interested in that trade-off. Guarantees mediocrity. I’d rather take the chance on getting a young QB and developing top DL & OL. The Vikings have mortgaged their lot on Kirk and then other positions...