RUMOR: BYU, Ole Miss Scheduling EMERGENCY Football Game for January Works, but SEC, ESPN Are Scared

Summary

This script passionately discusses the potential for a college football game between BYU and Ole Miss, emphasizing BYU's readiness to play tough games on short notice, as demonstrated by their past matchup with Coastal Carolina. The speaker praises BYU for its impressive bowl win over Colorado, contrasting it with Ole Miss's less convincing victory against Duke. The analysis critiques Ole Miss for avoiding challenging non-conference games, particularly against BYU, highlighting the difference in mentality between the two teams. Ultimately, the speaker challenges Ole Miss to back up its bold statements with action.

Takeaways

• 😀 BYU has a history of scheduling high-profile games on short notice, such as the 2020 matchup against Coastal Carolina, demonstrating their readiness to compete at the top level.
• 😀 Ole Miss, while part of the SEC, is portrayed as reluctant to schedule tough non-conference matchups, in contrast to BYU's willingness to face any team, anytime.
• 😀 The speaker criticizes Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss for touting their win over a depleted Duke team in the bowl game, arguing that it lacks significance.
• 😀 BYU's dominant victory over Colorado in the bowl season is highlighted as one of the best wins of the postseason, especially for its defensive performance against a high-powered offense.
• 😀 Ole Miss's quarterback Jackson Dart is praised for his skills, but the critique focuses on the lack of major accomplishments, such as playoff appearances or wins, to back up his reputation.
• 😀 The speaker challenges the notion that Ole Miss is a top-tier team in the SEC, pointing out their failure to perform in key games, including their loss to Kentucky.
• 😀 BYU’s athletic department, including their head coach and athletic director, is portrayed as committed to competing with any program, even on short notice.
• 😀 The speaker suggests that while some schools like Ole Miss may avoid tough matchups to protect their records, BYU is actively seeking high-level competition to prove themselves.
• 😀 The script contrasts BYU's successful, prepared approach to Ole Miss's tendency to beat their chest about the SEC's superiority without backing it up with significant victories.
• 😀 A potential matchup between BYU and Ole Miss is presented as a 'layup' for both teams, with BYU eager to play and Ole Miss potentially avoiding the challenge due to fear of a loss.

Q & A

Why does the speaker believe BYU is more willing to schedule tough games compared to Ole Miss?

The speaker argues that BYU has a history of scheduling tough games on short notice, such as their game against Coastal Carolina in 2020, where both teams agreed to play just two weeks before the scheduled date. BYU has shown they are willing to take on challenging opponents, even on short notice, while Ole Miss tends to avoid high-risk matchups.

What is the significance of the BYU vs. Coastal Carolina game mentioned in the script?

The game between BYU and Coastal Carolina in 2020 is used as an example of BYU's willingness to play tough games on short notice. Despite the game being scheduled with only two weeks' notice, BYU was eager to compete, showcasing their commitment to challenging themselves regardless of the circumstances.

How did BYU's performance in their bowl game against Colorado compare to Ole Miss' bowl performance against Duke?

BYU's performance against Colorado was described as dominant, as they shut down one of the most high-powered offenses in college football. In contrast, Ole Miss' win over Duke was seen as underwhelming, with the Blue Devils playing with a third-string quarterback and having several players unavailable, making it less of a notable victory.

What does the speaker suggest about Lane Kiffin's behavior after Ole Miss' win over Duke?

The speaker criticizes Lane Kiffin for focusing on boasting about other SEC teams' performances, such as Alabama and Georgia, rather than highlighting Ole Miss' own achievements. Kiffin’s remarks were seen as deflecting attention from Ole Miss' less impressive win against Duke.

Why does the speaker compare Ole Miss' reluctance to play BYU to a 'big brother' avoiding a fight?

The speaker uses the analogy of a 'big brother' avoiding a fight with a smaller opponent to highlight how Ole Miss, despite being in the SEC and seen as a stronger program, is unwilling to schedule a game with BYU. The analogy implies that Ole Miss may feel threatened by the challenge but is reluctant to face it.

What is the broader implication of the speaker’s argument about Ole Miss and BYU scheduling a game?

The speaker implies that while Ole Miss talks a big game about being a strong team in the SEC, they avoid facing challenging non-conference opponents like BYU. The argument suggests that Ole Miss prefers to schedule easier games to avoid potential losses, while BYU is eager to face tougher competition.

How does the speaker describe the role of BYU's athletic director in scheduling tough games?

The speaker praises BYU's athletic director, Tom Homo, for being proactive in scheduling challenging matchups. The speaker notes that Homo and the entire BYU program are ready to compete against anyone, demonstrating BYU’s commitment to playing tough teams and not avoiding competition.

What does the speaker suggest about Ole Miss' approach to non-conference games?

The speaker suggests that Ole Miss is more focused on avoiding difficult matchups in non-conference play. They argue that Ole Miss prefers scheduling easier opponents to ensure a favorable record, rather than facing teams like BYU, which could present a higher risk of losing.

Why is BYU described as the 'better football team' compared to Ole Miss in the script?

The speaker describes BYU as the better football team due to their consistent performance throughout the season, especially their dominant bowl win over Colorado. In comparison, Ole Miss' bowl win over Duke was seen as less impressive, further supporting the claim that BYU is the stronger team.

What role does the speaker believe social media plays in the discussion about BYU and Ole Miss?

The speaker believes that social media, particularly Twitter, plays a role in amplifying Ole Miss' coach Lane Kiffin's comments, which often focus on engaging with fans rather than backing up claims with actual performance on the field. The speaker suggests that Kiffin's tweets and engagement on social media are a form of 'clickbait' rather than a genuine reflection of Ole Miss' willingness to play tough games.