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grilled chicken breasts...no thanks. In fact -- no thanks to chicken breasts cooked any way that isn't battered and fried.
 
favorite grilled foods -- no order
1. bone in thighs; plain bbq rub and glazed with sauce, or tandoori/shawarma/asado marinade
2. Thin center-cut pork chops
3.  Quarter-pounder cheeseburgers, ground chuck or sirloin 85%
4. New york strip
5. Jalapeno poppers
 
Definitely want to do a smoke-fried bologna chub this summer. All the rage on Facebook reels over the past year.
 
Gonna be firing up some ribs next weekend for visiting family. TBD pork or beef. Smoked beef plate ribs are incredible with chimichurri or horseradish sauce, but the cut can be a bit difficult to procure.

Agree on the bone in thighs.  Sometimes I'll use leg quarters and go with a salt, pepper and garlic rub.  Center cut pork chops are amazing. I prefer thick cuts, but if you buy a whole loin, you can cut them however you want.  Just general knowledge I'm throwing out, the USDA 4 or 5 years ago said medium rare pork is safe to eat.  I cook my pork chops to 140 and they are juicy and lip-smacking good. Mrs. cip and I had NY strips, baked potatoes and asparagus last night.  Outstanding!  Lastly, on the plate ribs, we don't have the whole plate, but our short ribs are cut from that.  PM me if you want info. 

grilled chicken breasts...no thanks. In fact -- no thanks to chicken breasts cooked any way that isn't battered and fried.
 
favorite grilled foods -- no order
1. bone in thighs; plain bbq rub and glazed with sauce, or tandoori/shawarma/asado marinade
2. Thin center-cut pork chops
3.  Quarter-pounder cheeseburgers, ground chuck or sirloin 85%
4. New york strip
5. Jalapeno poppers
 
Definitely want to do a smoke-fried bologna chub this summer. All the rage on Facebook reels over the past year.
 
Gonna be firing up some ribs next weekend for visiting family. TBD pork or beef. Smoked beef plate ribs are incredible with chimichurri or horseradish sauce, but the cut can be a bit difficult to procure.

Nope, all along it was because he finally realized Creighton sucks and he needed to get the hell out of there

apparently the international rules are bogus. You can pay them, you just can't pay them for their name, image, or likeness. So those insurance commercials that aired during the tournament -- you can't pay an international student for those engagements. R2 received money from our NIL committee this season.
 
This move is perplexing but it probably boils down to money. The rumor is that he is headed to Arizona.

I would be surprised if Sallis didn't transfer, but why would Traudt?? He knew what he was stepping into, in a spotlight article a couple weeks ago he seemed pretty confident about his place and future role in the program.
 
I've watched Hunter play, maybe, 10 minutes over the past two seasons. No one on their board can clearly articulate the reasons he isn't seeing the court. I'm guessing Hunter has not shown the skill development he needed to in order to get significant PT. But that's just speculation because I haven't seen him play much..is a change of scenery all he needs?
 
 

We’re good to go there at least. He browses some wild websites so getting him vaccinated was tough, but he managed. 

Steak is something that I will almost never order at a restaurant for the reasons you described, Norm. Get yourself a quality cut (even Choice can taste like top-shelf), fresh, cook it properly and its no different from what a steakhouse will serve you. Maybe I would consider shelling out at a fine-dining level establishment (of which there are very few in the midwest) for some A5 wagyu or dry-aged beef.

Ever do a dry brine on your steaks? Salt them 1-2 hours ahead of grilling. Improves tenderness and moisture of the end result.

I love the ATBBQ channel and I love his Elote recipe. To continue the Mexican theme, here's another of my ATBBQ favorites: al pastor-style pork. Don't be intimidated by the rotisserie -- it's not necessary as long as you can slice the pork shoulder thin and have a hot grill.
 



 

When you're a fringe Top 10 revenue generating program, there's a grace window with performance in what you consider a national brand.

Plenty of NBA centers with limited offensive skill. What matters most nowadays is agility - running the floor, PnR, switching on defense and not getting beat by a guard. Robert Williams is a good example.

Dudes like Jahlil Okafor, slow-footed post players - those are the dead breed of center. 21 year old Shaq could dominate today's NBA but his highlight reels would look very different. 

What made Doc Sadler likable for me was his press conference after getting fired, I believe that was 2011, my senior year of high school. Maybe he's just an emotional guy, but he came across as someone who genuinely cared about the job and the program. Ever since then I have had a very high opinion of him. Funny enough, that same year, I competed against his son Landon numerous times in debate, I believe he went to Lincoln Southwest. Very smart and outspoken opponent.

I had the chance to meet Doc at the Mall of America in 2020 right before everything was shut down and it reaffirmed my opinion of him. Very kind, down to earth guy. Just my perception of him.

What made Doc Sadler likable for me was his press conference after getting fired, I believe that was 2011, my senior year of high school. Maybe he's just an emotional guy, but he came across as someone who genuinely cared about the job and the program. Ever since then I have had a very high opinion of him. Funny enough, that same year, I competed against his son Landon numerous times in debate, I believe he went to Lincoln Southwest. Very smart and outspoken opponent.

I had the chance to meet Doc at the Mall of America in 2020 right before everything was shut down and it reaffirmed my opinion of him. Very kind, down to earth guy. Just my perception of him.

This is the big caveat when it comes to recruiting. It takes a critical eye to discern what will translate to the next level and what won't. As an example, I was very excited for John Christofilis to step on the court this season, his YouTube videos showed off his shooting skill. Spot up, pull up, off of screens, he looked like the total package. But he never made it onto the court except garbage/desperation time and hasn't shot the ball well in practice. My assumption is that he needs time and physical development to apply that shooting skill to higher level basketball.
 
Physically gifted players are more likely to make an impact right away. Guys who can jump out of the gym, or are taller than their position. Level of competition is important too. Ryan Nembhard went up against a lot of talented players at Monteverde.

This is the big caveat when it comes to recruiting. It takes a critical eye to discern what will translate to the next level and what won't. As an example, I was very excited for John Christofilis to step on the court this season, his YouTube videos showed off his shooting skill. Spot up, pull up, off of screens, he looked like the total package. But he never made it onto the court except garbage/desperation time and hasn't shot the ball well in practice. My assumption is that he needs time and physical development to apply that shooting skill to higher level basketball.
 
Physically gifted players are more likely to make an impact right away. Guys who can jump out of the gym, or are taller than their position. Level of competition is important too. Ryan Nembhard went up against a lot of talented players at Monteverde.

This is the big caveat when it comes to recruiting. It takes a critical eye to discern what will translate to the next level and what won't. As an example, I was very excited for John Christofilis to step on the court this season, his YouTube videos showed off his shooting skill. Spot up, pull up, off of screens, he looked like the total package. But he never made it onto the court except garbage/desperation time and hasn't shot the ball well in practice. My assumption is that he needs time and physical development to apply that shooting skill to higher level basketball.
 
Physically gifted players are more likely to make an impact right away. Guys who can jump out of the gym, or are taller than their position. Level of competition is important too. Ryan Nembhard went up against a lot of talented players at Monteverde.

This is the big caveat when it comes to recruiting. It takes a critical eye to discern what will translate to the next level and what won't. As an example, I was very excited for John Christofilis to step on the court this season, his YouTube videos showed off his shooting skill. Spot up, pull up, off of screens, he looked like the total package. But he never made it onto the court except garbage/desperation time and hasn't shot the ball well in practice. My assumption is that he needs time and physical development to apply that shooting skill to higher level basketball.
 
Physically gifted players are more likely to make an impact right away. Guys who can jump out of the gym, or are taller than their position. Level of competition is important too. Ryan Nembhard went up against a lot of talented players at Monteverde.

And why would something get published at 3pm on a Friday... makes no sense.

So it won't collapse the stock market.

God, even your program's allegations are underwhelming disappointments 😩🤣🤮

/s

Personally I couldn't believe the story when I saw it on BJU .. but to see it get repeated on social media and other boards, plus connecting it to Matt's recent leave.. it made me wonder. And I still am somewhat suspicious about all the smoke in absence of a fire. 

God, even your program's allegations are underwhelming disappointments 😩🤣🤮

/s

Personally I couldn't believe the story when I saw it on BJU .. but to see it get repeated on social media and other boards, plus connecting it to Matt's recent leave.. it made me wonder. And I still am somewhat suspicious about all the smoke in absence of a fire. 

God, even your program's allegations are underwhelming disappointments 😩🤣🤮

/s

Personally I couldn't believe the story when I saw it on BJU .. but to see it get repeated on social media and other boards, plus connecting it to Matt's recent leave.. it made me wonder. And I still am somewhat suspicious about all the smoke in absence of a fire. 

God, even your program's allegations are underwhelming disappointments 😩🤣🤮

/s

Personally I couldn't believe the story when I saw it on BJU .. but to see it get repeated on social media and other boards, plus connecting it to Matt's recent leave.. it made me wonder. And I still am somewhat suspicious about all the smoke in absence of a fire. 

So are we. Good early test for how legit we may or may not be. Good barometer.

The prior regime didnt leave him with much he had 1 returning player his first year with a bunch of short term replacements cant really blame him for that since he took the job in April? Then COVID happens. Meanwhile the sport with all the resources cant even get a 5* to visit while it seems like Fred has 1 in Lincoln every other week and has already landed 1. Would it surprise anyone if he gets more in the future? I always said 18 wins I'll stick to that. 18 this year and has some talent coming back next year with more coming in. This program is in a good place. This is all we could have asked for when the hire was made.

I would play for Coach Hoiberg & Co. any day, every day and always (if I were a skilled basketball player and a few years younger and with eligibility remaining, of course).
They run a first class team.  They have exceptional experience and are high character guys.  They've been through the fire and come out strong.
They run a meritocracy in which the best get to play and reasonable discipline is maintained. 
Yeah . . . I'll take that leadership--100%--over any alternative.