too bad he can't play basketball too. sigh.

2/8/2011 12:35:06 AM

but i heard that he can catch a mean bass. Nat. Champs!

2/8/2011 11:17:32 AM

^^^^why would he get sick of that? My bro didn't act like some obsessed fanboy asking for autographs and OMG ARE YOU COMING BACK?
he just had a brief conversation with him and thanked him for being such a great representative to the school and he enjoyed watching him...

absolutely nothing wrong with that at all. he went in grandslam and hit balls

2/8/2011 11:31:08 AM

so when is TOB leaving?

2/8/2011 12:33:19 PM

Dinich's current two cents...

http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post?id=21985

2/10/2011 10:54:37 AM

no news to speak of, HD just speculating like everyone else

2/10/2011 11:03:20 AM

Quote :

"Russell Wilson is the ACC's Brett Farve."

2/10/2011 12:51:10 PM

Imhoff got a scholarship to come back for another season.

Would seem that this would happen if Russell was headed out.

2/10/2011 4:39:02 PM

Interesting about Imhoff if true. Smart move by TOB if indeed Russell is not returning. That way we'll have an older veteran QB on the roster that has been in the system in case Glennon goes down. That gives Brosius more time to get comfortable and not force him into action early on. Plus we won't have to burn Taylor's redshirt.

2/11/2011 9:41:42 AM

Quote :

"That way we'll have an older veteran QB on the roster"

......

2/11/2011 10:00:54 AM

i will cry if i witnessed RW's last game in orlando. just like i did with Philip. fuck that stadium for taking away my sweet princes.

2/11/2011 10:04:52 AM

And TOB settles it:

Quote :

"We wish Russell the best - if he comes back, we'll welcome him, but he knows he'll come back as the backup quarterback."

http://www.gopack.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/030711aaa.html

3/9/2011 10:47:23 AM

if there's one thing you can count on, it's for TOB to be a fucking man about it.

congratulations mike glennon.

3/9/2011 10:48:25 AM

aha, nice

3/9/2011 10:48:37 AM

Quote :

"QUESTION: Do you plan on having a green beer on St. Patrick's Day? O'Brien: I certainly, positively will! It's the greatest holiday of the year. "

3/9/2011 11:04:22 AM

[quote]And TOB settles it:[quote]

That's been settled, for weeks now. I guess some just needed him to say it clearer.

3/9/2011 12:47:39 PM

Quote :

"I have refrained from trying to make public comparisons of our football players. My reasoning behind that is that I don't believe in telling our opponents what we believe the strengths or weaknesses or our players are."

TOB - SUN TZU OF FOOTBALL

3/9/2011 4:55:00 PM

CHURCH OF TOM O'GLENNON

3/9/2011 4:57:28 PM

Quote :

"That's been settled, for weeks now. I guess some just needed him to say it clearer."

for real

a month/two pages ago

3/9/2011 5:02:00 PM

Saint Glennon of the great hall shall lift us up into the glory we all deserve. Those who are pious and devout shall rejoice the day that the humble Glennon smiles upon thee. And may he smit those who attempt to poison my brothers and sisters. For the tar babies shall know his name is the Lord when he lay the smacketh down upon thee.

3/9/2011 6:01:36 PM

I couldn't find the countdown thread for next year

Quote :

"Wilson earns three awards at Pack football banquet "

Quote :

"Members of the Wolfpack football team, past and present, gathered Tuesday in Raleigh for the squad’s annual awards dinner. The event coincided with Wednesday's Pro Day workouts. Quarterback Russell Wilson was named the recipient of the 2010 football squad’s Governor’s Award, given to the member of the Wolfpack football team who is the most valuable player based on ability, contribution, leadership and intangibles. WIlson, who was also named the team’s Most Valuable Offensive Back and earned a Captain’s Award, did not attend the event, as he is in spring training in Arizona. The Governor’s Award is the only honor that is voted on by the entire team. The other awards are decided by the coaching staff: CAREY BREWBAKER AWARD - Most Valuable Defensive Lineman Natanu Mageo - Force from his defensive tackle spot, who was called a ‘blue-collar’ player by the coaching staff. MOST VALUABLE DEFENSIVE BACK Earl Wolff - Third-leading tackler on the team. MOST VALUABLE LINEBACKER Nate Irving - Tied as leading tackler on team, led Pack with 20.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks JIM RITCHER AWARD - Most Valuable Offensive Lineman (includes tight end) Jake Vermiglio - Honorable mention All-ACC performer who didn’t allow a sack until the last game of the season. SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE YEAR Taylor Gentry - Won the award for the second time, he led the team in special teams tackles (28), knockdowns (17) and snaps (271). MOST VALUABLE OFFENSIVE BACK Russell Wilson - Led the ACC in passing yards per game and total offense per game and tied for seventh nationally in points responsible for. MIKE HARDY AWARD – Player who demonstrates a winning attitude and plays above his capabilities Jarvis Williams - FInished his career ranked fifth in school history in career receptions BO REIN AWARD – Player who makes a vital contribution in an unsung role George Bryan (TE) - Earned first-team All-ACC honors for the second straight season. BOB WARREN AWARD – Integrity and Sportsmanship David Akinniyi (DT) - Quiet player who led by example and earned a starting role in his one season with the Pack AL MICHAELS AWARD – Player who puts team before self Audie Cole (LB) - Tied for the team lead in tackles with 97. KEN McNEILL IRON WOLF AWARD – Greatest comeback from injury Nate Irving (LB) - Missed the 2009 season after suffering multiple injuries in a horrific car crash and went on to earn All-ACC honors. EARLE EDWARDS AWARD – Letterman with highest GPA David Akinniyi (DE) - Posted a 3.816 GPA as a business major. GARY ROWE AWARD – Most season receptions Owen Spencer - Pulled down 60 catches in 2010 to lead the team, he was a second-team All-ACC performer CAPTAINS AWARDS Russell Wilson, Jarvis Williams, Nate Irving - Voted on by their teammates prior to the season. OFFENSIVE SCOUT TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR - Daniel Imhoff (QB) DEFENSIVE SCOUT TEAM PLAYER – Zach Powell (DB) "

3/27/2011 11:05:32 PM

I am gonna miss Irving

3/28/2011 12:41:09 AM

Well, that ends any speculation...

Quote :

"NC State head football coach Tom O’Brien announced today that Wolfpack quarterback Russell Wilson has requested and been granted a release so that he can pursue opportunities in football at another university if he so desires. NC State head football coach Tom O’Brien announced today that Wolfpack quarterback Russell Wilson has requested and been granted a release so that he can pursue opportunities in football at another university if he so desires. "Russell and I have had very open conversations about his responsibilities respective to baseball and football,”said O’Brien. “While I am certainly respectful of Russell's dedication to baseball these last several years, within those discussions I also communicated to him the importance of his time commitment to NC State Football. My staff and I thank him for his contributions as a member of Wolfpack football and to this University and wish him only the best in the future." Wilson said “Although I remain undecided on the option of playing college football this coming season, I believe it is in the best interest of the players and coaches involved to end any speculation of my return to the Wolfpack. It has become apparent that the time has come for the program to move on without me. "I am forever grateful to NC State for allowing me the privilege of participating in athletics for four years. I especially appreciate the cooperation among coaches who allowed me to pursue my dream of playing two sports. I also want to thank the great fans of NC State University. Your love and support was a gift that I appreciated every day and will treasure my entire life. "While my immediate plan includes playing professional baseball, I have not closed the door on football. With one more season of college eligibility remaining, I will continue to explore and consider all my options.""

http://northcarolinastate.scout.com/2/1068442.html

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:11 PM. Reason : -]

4/29/2011 5:11:30 PM

It's going to be really hard watching him play for another university this fall.

4/29/2011 5:13:00 PM

came in here to post that.

sooo this means he'll go play for another football team right?

(kidding)

4/29/2011 5:13:20 PM

O'Brien will lose a lot of support over this, whether justified or not. If we flounder this year he will never be forgiven by many.

4/29/2011 5:18:06 PM

I don't really understand the whole process...but why would people be mad at TOB? For releasing him after Russell asked for it? Is it actually common for coaches to not grant releases?

4/29/2011 5:19:44 PM

I hope like hell he kills the ball this summer for the Rockies minor league team. I do not ever want to see him suit up for another school.

4/29/2011 5:20:06 PM

Maybe from the dumber portion of the fanbase. The smart ones will realizes you can't give the job to glennon then yank it away from him because RW isn't working out in baseball.

4/29/2011 5:21:31 PM

FUCK TOM OBRIEN

Quote :

"Wilson will play football in the fall and has wanted to all along. Interesting move by O'Brien and his staff. WOW."

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:23 PM. Reason : must kill TOB]

4/29/2011 5:22:00 PM

people will say that TOB pushed him out i guess?

but this seemed inevitable to me.

4/29/2011 5:22:37 PM

^^^^^ do you really think Russell said "I want to play football next year, but not at NC State"? No. It's obvious TOB wasn't OK with Russell's commitment to baseball. Do I know if it was a good decision or not. No. But TOB should be under the microscope as he just got rid of a ACC player of the year.

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:23 PM. Reason : ]

4/29/2011 5:23:27 PM

Quote :

"Maybe from the dumber portion of the fanbase. The smart ones will realizes you can't give the job to glennon then yank it away from him because RW isn't working out in baseball."

this

4/29/2011 5:23:45 PM

if glennon sucks, TOB will be justifiably roasted

however, let's wait and see if that actually happens

4/29/2011 5:25:10 PM

This is how I feel right now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wO_MYX_Oto0&feature=related

4/29/2011 5:28:15 PM

honestly i was hoping when i first read about this that RW had finally made a decision one way or another.

4/29/2011 5:28:27 PM

Quote :

" It's obvious TOB wasn't OK with Russell's commitment to baseball."

Probably because he's got a football team to run. I've got no problem with this.

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:30 PM. Reason : castaway video is hilarious though]

4/29/2011 5:29:48 PM

as if Glennon didn't have enough pressure on him

4/29/2011 5:31:25 PM

just dont go to an acc school please


Im ok with this but its feels weird

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:32 PM. Reason : lkj]

4/29/2011 5:32:02 PM

Did you seriously H1 "Fuck Tom O'Brien"

I swear, we've got the dumbest knee-jerkiest fanbase on the planet

4/29/2011 5:32:34 PM

that really stinks..

You gotta remember folks...we're talking about the nc state fan base here... of course TOB is gonna get a lot of crap for it. he already has from most of the people i've talked to.

he certainly isn't going to get applauded for it

4/29/2011 5:34:15 PM

well, he will if glennon turns out.

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:36 PM. Reason : actually you're right. our fanbase wil just not demand his job, heh. dumbasses.]

4/29/2011 5:35:46 PM

schools that have told a conference rookie of the year and 1st team all conference QB that he is no longer welcome with no criminal or academic problems involved:

NC State

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 5:58 PM. Reason : .]

4/29/2011 5:52:52 PM

WILSON CAN GO TO HELL

lol nah, good luck to where ever he goes. it would be cool if he could get another year at some university and by some miracle get into the NFL

4/29/2011 5:54:56 PM

I will bandwagon the shit out of whatever team he plays for

However, I do not think it would be in his best interest to go to the SEC

4/29/2011 5:55:56 PM

unreal, I cant believe this is really happening. Watch him become this years Cam Newton and lead his team to a BCS game, while we flounder around in the ACC again. I love Russell and TOB, and I can understand why this is going on, but it still doesnt sit well with me.

This is like telling your girlfriend that she can go sleep with other guys because you told her you would never marry her

4/29/2011 5:59:52 PM

I doubt an SEC team would take him as a one and done quarterback, but maybe some team really needs a veteran to step in to cover for a freshman QB or something. Maybe he can pull a Greg Paulus and go to a big school though...and actually do better than 4-8.

Fun facts about Paulus:

Quote :

"Paulus tried out with the New Orleans Saints in May 2010. Contrary to initial reports, he was not offered a contract.[7] He got another shot with the Saints in June 2010 when he was again invited to minicamp. Paulus was hired as an assistant basketball coach at Navy in August 2010.[8]"

[Edited on April 29, 2011 at 6:03 PM. Reason : hahaha oh shit the Castaway video is perfect]

4/29/2011 6:02:15 PM

Except it's more like you(RW) telling your gf that you don't want to marry her(NCSU) and you want to see other girls. Then after spreading your seed unsuccessfully you tell your gf that you want one more year together. Oh and btw. Your gf meet another dude.

4/29/2011 6:03:55 PM

Seriously angry people? Russell asked for his release. We don't need a Brett Favre/Aaron Rodgers situation.

4/29/2011 6:05:20 PM

I think some polygamy would have to be involved to really get a similar situation

4/29/2011 6:07:40 PM