Bacon is Back!

As many of you may have already heard, Michael "Canadian Bacon" Atkinson is back on the football team! That is great news for those of you who enjoy seeing 6 foot tall, 327 pound defensive lineman getting down in a three-point stance in the offensive backfield, ready to blow up whatever fool decides to cross his path as he lead-blocks for Doug Martin. But really, it's just great to have him back on the team. Remember when Titus Young was suspended for violating team rules, but was graciously allowed back into the fold by Coach Pete later on? What came next was a final two years of record-shattering play from the fastest guy to ever grace Bronco Stadium with his presence. Here's to hoping that Bacon has had his "Titus" moment and never looks back. Also, let's pray that he gets to carry the ball next year. He will be needed on the line, clogging up the middle and inflicting copious amounts of pain on opposing running backs.


The concept of satire is one that eludes many people. Those that are good writers can craft a piece full of satire without being "self aware," or pointing out the fact that it is a satire. Andy Staples of si.com, whom I attempted to tear apart a few months back, has released an article that trumps just about every other satirical work in the history of that style. It's titled "Unique monikers add spice to college football recruiting trail" and it is hysterical! It makes you think of what other kind of great names in sports there are...


Finally, let's check in on Boise State's former offensive coordinator Bryan Harsin as he is now going full speed down in Austin. There is a lot of work to be done to resurrect a stagnant, ugly offense. Here is an article from "Barking Carnival" that goes into great detail to analyze what Harsin will bring to the Longhorns. It was written by Nickel Rover, which is probably a pen name. Either that or his parents really wanted him to write about football. Anyway, Harsin will do great at Texas. He will be missed in Boise, but it will work out perfectly for both sides.


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Update: KT Tuumalo, a linebacker recruit mentioned on yesterday's post, has decommitted from the Broncos and will be heading to Colorado. Good luck to him.