One man’s thoughts on recent events, Bama sports, and various nonsense…

• - The more I learn about the hoax involving Manti Te’o, the more I feel sorry for him. Yes, it’s hard to comprehend gullibility of that magnitude. Regardless, the mastermind of the hoax is clearly a demented but brilliant individual who identified the right target and executed the plan flawlessly. Will be interesting to uncover the answer to the most important question- Why? The real hoax was the one perpetrated by the media, propping Manti up as the best defensive player in the country…

• - The Lance Armstong interview came across as more “CYA” than genuine remorse in my opinion. While I’m no cycling enthusiast, it will be interesting to see how history reconciles his legacy. If literally everyone in the sport is cheating, is it still cheating? No matter the answer, the man has clearly done great things through his foundation. Too bad he’s a habitual liar (Saban troll bait)…

• - With National Signing Day fast approaching, it is important to remember to keep things in perspective. Many a five-star has washed out, and many a two-star has achieved greatness. These guys are young and some will change their mind a time or two. No matter where we finish in the rankings, we know that we have the absolute best in charge in terms of getting the most out of each player’s ability. Now let’s go sign all the good ones, y’all. Roll REC…

• - While many of us have been concerned about the future of the blog, I would like to formally thank Todd, Nico, OTS, Kleph, and Matt for all of the effort they put into this place for the past several years. I legitimately consider many of the regulars to be friends, and am very grateful for the forum that allowed me to meet so many great people. Unlike Te’o, however, I am not and will never be in love with any of you. Roll Todd, indeed.

Feel free to chime in/agree/disagree/argue on these topics or anything else that may be on your mind. Roll Tide everyone.