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But it can be bypassed though bird-in-hand.

I'll give you the fact that Ali was a bit of a stretch on my part. But time will tell how he presents himself as he gets older. As I also said, I'm not a fan of the disrespectful way he has spoken about his opponents. I wish he'd clean that up. Everyone that steps on the mat with him deserves a great deal of respect. Especially those that have more points on the board than him.

Because they're all drunk. Remember?

Gilman used to be provocative but not particularly funny while he was on his diatribes speaking at those low ceiling, linoleum floored restaurants that Iowa would hold banquets in. Over time he has matured, become self-deprecating, and funny. Maybe Carter will follow that path, and perhaps not. One difference between the two? Standing on top of the podium in March.

And Robbie the year before that.

You are correct on all counts. I'm a big fan and have been since high school. I always predicted big things from him. He is a very unique individual and is easy to dislike if you're not a PSU fan. But I would compare him more to Cassius Clay than Thomas Gilman. Not many loved Clay and even fewer young Ali, but fans worshiped Ali later because he dazzled fans, matured, and became less angry. All that said, I would rather he not be so brash and disrespectful to his competitors. I think his mouth writes some checks his body can't cash right now. I know that he has plans for his brand and business career (which will revolve around that brand). If I were advising him, I would suggest he work to increase his likeability quotient. It will probably come naturally with age as it did with Ali and Gilman.

No, but he still gets pretty high.

First betting line will be: Who is the first Welcher banned? @Jimmy Cinnabon is -15,000 Field is +110

Could even be the next Jimmy Gulibon.