Monday, October 16, 2006

Another Brawl for the U



Florida International University wanted a little down-the-road-rivalry with Miami of Florida. Well, they didn't really get a game, as they lost by 35, but they got a brawl.
At first look, I didn't really have an opinion on the resulting suspensions. I didn't really care that Larry Coker, Miami coach, didn't get fired. I agreed that the only reason "the U" was getting ragged on was because they actually have a team (FIU is 0-7). But ESPN columnist Gene Wojciechowski brought up a good point: The reason why Coker should be fired and all eyes are on "the U" instead of FIU is because of the past. Not the cocky days of Michael Irvin and Jimmy Johnson. Since last year's Peach Bowl, Miami has been in 3 on field fights. Three.
So, I do apologize for not caring. As a college football fan who doesn't mind seeing a little pushing and shoving and trash talking, there is no place for what went on Saturday night. Who is FIU? Who even knew they had a team before Saturday night? And Miami: You're not better than that? I guess we shouldn't be surprised after the last few months. Grow up. Coker: See ya. Whatever the FIU coaches name is: Watch yourself, because hopefully your league (Sun Belt) and the NCAA should be.The NCAA has to step in if nothing further is going to be done. You can't let this continue if you want to keep your sport as pure as it still can be.

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