… and there you have it. So many ways to pick this one apart; it’s too easy.
Randy Shannon, the assistants and the players … the way you went out today is unforgivable and unacceptable. Shut out in the first half and stumbling down the stretch with the game on the line.
Weeks back Stephen Morris threw a rope to Leonard Hankerson for the game-winner against Maryland.
This week, the exact opposite as Jacory Harris sailed a duck towards a corner who was covering LaRon Byrd in the final moments of a tie game. Miami could’ve run and set Matt Bosher up for a field goal attempt, but inexplicably Harris went for the home run, noodle-armed it and South Florida forced overtime … which can be summed up as a three-and-out disaster on offense and another horrendous showing by the Canes’ rushing defense.
Kirby Hocutt, you went on allCanes Radio this week and stated the following:
“At ‘The U’, we don’t change expectations, we meet them.”
“We expect to be relevant nationally.”
The expectation of this fan base is to field a competitive football team that both plays with heart and maximizes its talent. There is no excuse for 7-5 and to be unranked at this point of the season.
Furthermore, forget about being relevant nationally – after this dog of a season (and worst home record since 1997), the Canes aren’t even relevant in the Sunshine State.
I am reading into your comments and pray that come tomorrow you drop the hammer and do what needs to be done in effort to make the Miami Hurricanes relevant again.
Way too much talent to go out like chumps.
Full ‘recap’ and rant coming Sunday … or Monday.
Embarrassing. This is not Hurricane football. What is happening to this squad?
You wrote a year ago:
"Right after those ranks Saturday's 31-10 beat down of South Florida, this year's season finale in Tampa over a lesser program itching to crack the Sunshine State's "Big Three". Keep dreaming about the big time, Bulls."
So with wins over FSU and Miami, what do you have to say now, AllCanes?
I am 37 and been a Canes fan since I remember watching football. I like Shannon as a person and a D coordinator. But please, I am begging those that make the decisions, to fire Shannon while you can get a Gruden, Leach or even Leavitt. We don't have the enrollment or stadium to compete nationally…if we lose our aura completely. Under no circumstances can we tolerate 7-5 and a mediocre bowl. I am BEGGING! Keep in mind…FSU blows us out, one win is vs. FCS FAMU and we lose to UVA…there first non-FCS win of the year. WE ARE THE U…HAVE HIGH STANDARDS!!!!
Pretty simple, USF.
You want "proof" you guys are nobody? You're blowing yourselves over beating what turned into a 7-5 Miami team – in OT, after Harris gave it away in regulation with a pointless throw and pick.
Last year USF beat a FSU squad that went 6-6 in the regular season, earning Bobby Bowden a pink slip.
The Bulls are 7-4 and lost to a bad Florida team, as well as anybody significant in the Big East — Syracuse, West Virginia and Pitt (and still have UConn next week, who should win the conference).
So in the end, you're title-less … you will most likely have a 7-5 record … and you're bragging about beating what turned into a bad Miami team, a worse Florida State team (last year) and an about-to-be 7-5 Florida team kicking your ass by 24.
You're literally digging up quotes from a year ago to "sell" this point as well. It's laughable, my friend.
Miami will always be Miami and you'll always be nobody – hanging your hopes on nailbiting wins over good programs that are down. When have you EVER won a meaningful game? Seriously.
Enjoy you big win, little man.
Below are the list of University of Miami coaches and their respective records:
Schnellenberger FOUR YEARS at Miami: 41-16
Jimmy Johnson FIVE YEARS at Miami: 52-9
Dennis Erickson SIX YEARS at Miami: 63-9
Butch Davis SIX YEARS at Miami: 51-20 *ON PROBATION*
Larry Coker SIX YEARS at Miami: 60-15
Randy Shannon FOUR YEARS at Miami 28-22
Randy Shannon has now lost more games than any Miami head coach *IN MODERN* history………DESPITE being here the least number of years…..
This season is beyond a failure after the previous 3. Some people are going to fault Morris (which his INT did set up a USF score), but if Berry doesn't fumble AGAIN, like he did at the 1 yard line, this is a totally different game. Instead, Jacory is inserted and after brief sparks in the second half, another unclutch moment as he literally throws the game away with 14 seconds left in the 4th. Harris supporters will say "Oh, he hasn't played in 3 weeks, he's rusty". That doesn't matter, he started for an entire season and a half, if he ain't gettin' it by now, he's not gonna get it.
My question is, why is Miami even throwing in that situation? The Canes had USF spread out, why not just run a simple draw in the middle of the field and allow Bosher a FG attempt with a few seconds remaining? Yes, Bosher has been less than automatic this season, but it's still your best play at the time.
I think anyone that's ever read my posts knows I try to be as realistic and objective (much like this blog's author) as possible, but there's a very slim chance that this team will do anything next year after 5 losses. I've said before that people shouldn't get too high on this team until the end of the season to see how everything plays out and now it's painfully obvious to see that this team is maddeningly inconsistent on all levels. It seems like with each loss there's a different goat. I hate to see anyone be fired, but it's hard to see how Shannon is retained after this season. If the players have his back as they have suggested over the last few weeks, how come the younger players have been constantly outplaying the upperclassmen? The ONLY positives to be encouraged about next season? If you ask me, the emergence of Miller, S. Johnson, Morris, and Henderson. Other than those 4 players, what can Miami fans really hang their collective hats on? Even the most optimistic fan has to be quite worried, especially after this team having such high aspirations, only to now be crowned the WORST team in the state.
My, how the mighty have fallen…
Ah, yes. HUGE win for the Bulls. They should erect a statue of Skip Holtz for this one.
Forget the other four losses to doormats, this season has truly been defined by this EPIC win over a 7-5 Canes team that was 2-2 down the stretch entering today's thriller. You know, the won that a about 4,365 fans witnessed.
Bulls fans are treating this shit like a national title and Miami fans tuned out as soon as the Virginia game was in the books.
But yes, little toro, SO much credit to your team for finding a way. And by "a way", I mean Ja-pick-ory Harpiss tossing his most bonebrained pick of the year in those final seconds, which is saying a lot.
Rob Cruz
Kendall, FL
Whatever. Typical. Anytime USF beats one of the big 3, it's just because that Big 3 team sucked.
As for the Florida game, we were winning in the 4th quarter.
Right now, USF can play on the field with any school in Florida, which is something that all fans of the Big 3 said would never happen. We have the coach, we have the recruiting, we have the fan base, we play in an AQ conference…we are not going anywhere. See you next year in Tampa. And you can make excuses about "giving the game away," blah blah, but did it escape your attention that we played the second half and overtime with a Freshman walk on because our QB was injured?
AllCanes.com has got to be the smuggest collection of delusional fools oni the internet. The posters and bloggers at the 7th Floor are downright gracious–not to mention geniuses–by comparison.
No wonder Miami doesn't want to continue the series. You have nothing to gain by showing the world that we're on your level in every wsy.
See you in Tampa next year. Leave your excuses at home.
Florida, five losses.
Miami, five losses.
Florida State, six losses last year.
"Anytime" USF beats one of the "big three"? It's happened twice – once to a six-loss Florida State team and once to a five-loss Miami team.
If you want to hype your program for beating good programs in the midst of bad years, good on you. But don't expect the rest of us to play along.
Look at you. Lurking here on a different Canes blogs and seeking approval or a pat on the back for this little win.
If anything, Miami fans should be thanking you as this five-loss season might just get Randy fired.
Oh yeah, and Rob nailed it regarding you pulling up quotes from a year ago.
Today's game looked like a scrimmage, but it was the Orange Bowl Classic to you goons.
Dear Santa,
I've been a good 'Canes fan for the majority of my time hear on earth. I only want one thing this christmas! Chucky roaming the sidelines for the 'Canes next season. I know its expensive, and my parents claim they dont have the money, but Ive been really, REALLY good this year!
All joking aside, this loss changes everything. The 'Canes have to make a coaching change, for this reason! If we don't we are relegated to irrelevant in the off season. We need to change for the simple fact that we need attention. A Gruden hire would be up there with LeBron's "decision"! It doesn't matter what it costs! Gruden gets hired, my Alumni check book is open for the first time in 7 years!! The uppers in the Gables, HAVE TO RECOGNIZE what a hire like this could do (see Pete Carrol)…….for the record, Im a Randy fan, and have been since day one, but if Gruden has any remote interest in coaching this team, WE HAVE TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!!!
Too funny. Never a peep from USF fans here when they're losing games. Didn't hear squat after last year's 31-10 drubbing, after talking smack here when they best Free Shoes U and no commentary after Floriduh beat em down this year, yet chatter after today's garbage game.
Sad thing, even if Miami won in regulation or overtime, you'd still be here talking about some moral victory.
@AllCanes; no need to worry about what guys like USFBulls posts. Here is all he needs to know about the relevancy of his "up and coming" program: You know you're a nothing program when the head coach of an instate powerhouse school gets fired after losing to your school. Last year it was the loss by FSU that most likely got Bowden fired and this year Miami losing might be just what gets randy shown the door.
ATL, dude loves his program, so I get it.
I just think the argument is laughable. We heard the same thing from Central Florida fans 13 years ago when on probation and they had Culpepper under center.
All that talk how the Knights would knock the Canes out of the big three and all that (even Corso backed it) and what happened? Miami rebounded from 5-6, rebuilt and went on an insane run.
No matter what South Florida does, they'll never sniff Miami's jock. Sure, they'll get a win here or there, but they don't have a brand like Miami — which will always attract superior talent and hopefully come this week, a better coach.
Like Staples said in his piece today, put Miami's talent in neutral uniforms with a different coach and they're hanging with anybody.
Poor coaching continues to do this team in. Harris' late pick might've been the worst of his maligned career. A run up the gut and quick time out give Bosher a 35-yard attempt at a game-winner.
In the end, this might be the loss that does Randy in. Two to close out the year and 7-5 entering bowl season. They could've put a spin on 8-4, stating that a bowl win would allow UM to reach the same win/loss total as last year.
You can't spin a crowd of 26K today and another loss.
There's also been a rumor floating around regarding a five-loss season and five being an important number regarding the buyout.
The Bulls think this win elevates them, but if it gets Randy fired, it absolutely helps the Canes and hurts them in the long run. We'll see.
Either way, we'll let the Bull enjoy his day.
WAsn't it 4th and 2? You can't just run up the gut there, because if he doesn't get 2 yards you turn it over on downs. You either have to pass or kick a 50 yard field goal. It's hardly a no brainer. Once Shannon decided to go for it, you can't blame Jacory for trying to force it 4th down.
also, the UCF thing is totally irrelevant. Last I checked USF was in a major AQ conference–whatever you might think about the Big East this year, that isn't going to change. That's a big difference from being a Sun Belt team.
This guys suggest Dan Mullen – with Manny Garcia (Son of Mayor) or Mark Richt. Both sound like a good start. I'm not a fan of bringing Gruden to Miami. He got fired for a reason – it was not because he was winning.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/writers/andy_staples/11/27/week-13-snap-judgments/#
Wow. Iv gone from "stay the course" to "abandon ship" in less than 24 hours. I mean this game, this season was beyond pathetic and i just don't understand it. I can't believe a born and bred 'Cane can't turn this team around. It's time to bring in someone, but the question is who? Mike Leach is NOT an option. Miami is a pro style offense. Period. If the Gruden rumors are true, Randy needs to be cut tomorrow.
I absolutely don't like the defensive play-calling on the last USF drive. A true freshman walk-on QB is allowed to sit back and throw fades against Hill with no topside help multiple times in the same drive? Unacceptable. Even a decent defense should not allow this type of player (not a slight, just speaking in terms of experience) to drive 80 yards. This is BEFORE the attrocious thrown by Harris.
Another point: We get INSIDE the USF one yard line TWICE and get 3 points! You mean to tell me we can't line up with our 300+ pound O-Line and just smash it in? Unacceptable. The QB sneak call was absolutely ridiculous. Recruit a QB over 190 first and then call that play. I mean…c'mon. Another BS result. I know the kids are trying their best, but change is needed from the top on down.
PS Can we please recruiit a QB that has some size to him? We're The Miami F'ing Hurricanes!
Columbus Cane
just saw a report on canesport that randy has been informed he will be fired tomorrow
What is the most pathetic of all is that the U gave Shannon a contract extension recently. Performance did not warrant it so why did it happen. Multi million dollar mistake. Whose mistake was it and will there be accountability way up higher than the level of football coach?
Okay, I am die-hard hurricane fan, I have been a fan since the age of five. For all you guys hollering fire Randy, you're just frustrated. How long has Steve Spurrier been at the University of South Carolina?…He has been there for 6 years and they are playing for the SEC championship next week, which they have a good chance at winining. It takes about 6 years to turn a program around. I am frustrated too but if we can get John Gruden I say get rid of Randy….say no more "the weather man" is out
WAsn't it 4th and 2? You can't just run up the gut there, because if he doesn't get 2 yards you turn it over on downs. You either have to pass or kick a 50 yard field goal. It's hardly a no brainer. Once Shannon decided to go for it, you can't blame Jacory for trying to force it 4th down.
Hey Superfan, it was 1st and 10 when Harris was picked. He had just completed a 13 yarder to Leonard Hankerson on 3rd and 9.
1st and 10 from the MIA 31 means a 48-yard attempt. A run up the middle or quick slant and time out would've helped, but either way, a 48-yarder then and there is makeable by Matt Bosher.
…. so YEAH, we can blame Jacory for the errant pass. Some say LaRon Byrd ran the wrong route, but in that position, why is a mistake-prone quarterback even ATTEMPTING that pass??
also, the UCF thing is totally irrelevant. Last I checked USF was in a major AQ conference–whatever you might think about the Big East this year, that isn't going to change. That's a big difference from being a Sun Belt team.
Umm, is it? The Big East is a joke and has been since UM, VT and BC all left and even BACK THEN, no one gave it credit for being a decent conference … and even WITH all that, South Florida hasn't SNIFFED a conference title and BCS game, let alone a championship … so again, have your fun over your little win and let's move on, Bull.
We at UM obviously have bigger fish to fry right now than discussing that pointless game.
USF… Win just 1 National Championship and then come talking your shit.
Your team has accomplished nothing!
The U will do what needs to be done to get where it wants to be.
USF on the other hand, will be content with any victories that may come during any given college football season.
That's the difference between us and you.