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5 players suspended for 5 games in 2011 regular season (Appeal has been denied)

Yep, I believe we need to get Braxton in there if we want the best shot to win. He just zips balls into some of the tightest holes that I've seen watching high school ball. He also brings a running threat unlike we've seen before at the QB position. He's just so elusive and quick and also possesses great speed. We are truly lucky to have Braxton coming in early next year.
 
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pharaz1;1839496; said:
i believe most players would disagree with that idea of not being entitled to millions when their efforts have a major role in the generation of profits for the institution. and i believe most people would also feel that way if they saw others making money off of them without receiving proper compensation. in less you believe that guys like a.j. green and pryor who help to bring in millions of dollars are adequately compensated for by receiving an education that cost $25,000-30,000/year?
I don't care if they agree with me. And yes, I think 25 - 30 a year is reasonable compensation for their age, skills, etc. They're not just getting that, by the way. They're getting high quality instruction for free (speaking just about the game of football) etc..

I don't think selling their trinkets is a "big deal" But, I understand that the rule has to be in place. Going to college does not make you semi-pro. That said, if someone would buy an article of my clothes for 2,500 bucks, I'd sell. Especially if I was in college. That kind of jack would have been nice when I was getting by on a grand a month.

and i realize life is not fair. but that is no reason not reevaluate how the system functions in an attempt to address its flaws.
Agree. I don't think the system when applied reasonably is flawed, however. But, I wholeheartedly would agree with you that the NCAA (as a body) does not implement the system well.
i also just want to make clear i agree with you that a free education is a big deal and cannot be overlooked in terms of its value and importance. i don't want to minimize that at all, i just think looking at everything as a whole it doesn't go far enough when you consider how much money is involved in college football and basketball.
You're free to think that, of course, and I don't anticipate changing your mind. I just disagree. While I see serious problems with the NCAA, I do not believe its purpose is incorrect. More directly, I believe in amateur sports. I believe it is about a LOT more than sports.

Yes, colleges and others make a ton of money. But, they also make a considerable investment. I don't have a problem with them making money off it. That money is - to my knowledge - funneled back into the university. That is to say, Ohio State University does not operate for profit. They provide opportunity.
 
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BuckFan38;1839499; said:
Mike Wilbon ripped the NCAA for that on PTI.

"the ncaa says, go to work boys, earn the big bosses the money and dont dare try to make any for yourself"


+1 Mike

How does anyone with any degree of love towards their school SELL their Championship ring? That would be like me selling my wedding ring! This is awful.
 
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kchogfan;1839504; said:
How does anyone with any degree of love towards their school SELL their Championship ring? That would be like me selling my wedding ring! This is awful.

Well, we could ask some Arknasas guys if they've sold their SEC champ rings...

Oh...

Wait.
 
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kchogfan;1839504; said:
OSU= On Sale University

How does anyone with any degree of love towards their school SELL their Championship ring? That would be like me selling my wedding ring! This is awful.
As a fan, I agree with you very much.

As a college kid looking at a couple grand for a jersey.... well.... that's a little different. (I'm not excusing the rule breaking. I'm just saying I understand the impulse.)
 
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These guys made a mistake, thats obvious.

Do they deserve the criticism that has been heaped upon them? Yes they do. Are they still a member of the Buckeye family? Yes, they are. Here's what I think a good sized portion of our fanbase is forgetting: These guys that your obsessing about, cussing about, and depressed about because they broke the rules, because they got suspended for 5 games, because they put OSU in such a bad position in terms of public perception and in terms of the the first 5 games of next season, are still Buckeyes. They've put their heart, sweat, and blood into this program, with the most senior of this group being around for 4 consecutive Big Ten Championships, a national championship berth, 4 consecutive BCS Bowls, 4 consecutive wins over Michigan, 4 consecutive 10 win seasons, and a combined record of 43-8.

Don't forget fellas... Once a Buckeye, Always a Buckeye. Tressel welcomed back MoC with open arms. Schembechler coached TSUN and yet he still got one of the best standing ovations I've ever seen from a Buckeye crowd. These guys made a mistake, and they deserve the criticism their getting, but lets remember they are forever apart of our Buckeye family.
 
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kchogfan;1839504; said:
OSU= On Sale University

How does anyone with any degree of love towards their school SELL their Championship ring? That would be like me selling my wedding ring! This is awful.

What if you needed the money so your parents could pay rent? You don't know their situations douche, some may have saw an opportunity to help their loved ones by selling something they rightfully earned.
 
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kchogfan;1839504; said:
OSU= On Sale University

How does anyone with any degree of love towards their school SELL their Championship ring? That would be like me selling my wedding ring! This is awful.

Given the history of your school's conferences, that is quite the ironic statement.

Then again, no need to sell things when you are on a payroll eh?
 
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