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For me, things just felt a little weird when I got here...it wasn't the same feeling I had when I was in Dallas...in Dallas, I was absolutely sure we were winning and felt comfortable the whole time. Here was different. I was sure we were better and we were going to win, but weird vibes would kick in from time to time. Maybe because it was the Fiesta Bowl curse or just that desert atmosphere...that said, heres what I saw.
1. Ole Miss fans showed, and they showed big time...they were loud, a little obnoxious with the chants, but hey. Thats what they do. Didnt see much trash talking, just a group that seemed happy to be there.
2. Canes fans showed as well. It was probably a good 75-25, but the spirt of the fans was electric. Seemed to get complacent from time to time, maybe because we all knew we were so much better but somehow OM was still hanging around. Overall, the crowd was excited, relieved, and ready for the 19th. For those who were not able to attend, I could feel and hear the energy from all Canes across the country.
3. As stated, the Canes were a better team...no question. Take away the penalties a la Ohio St, what seemed to be blatant ref interference, dropped passes and adding at least 2 of the easily caught interceptions they dropped, this one would have ben a blowout. No question in my mind.
4. The stadium was pretty nice but the replays up on the big screen were absolute garbage. Also, I am pretty much over the over the top corporate sponsorships taking over the atmosphere. Stop trying to force me to cheer for Vrbo. IDGAF about them. Also, I dont need the during the commercial party hosts they throw up on the screen. Its cringy.
5. Overall, out of all the playoff bowl game sites, Phoenix may be last on the list....Miami, Atlanta, New Orleans, Dallas...much more fun. Phoenix wasnt awful, but wasnt my favorite by any means.
Any other observations Im missing?
1. Ole Miss fans showed, and they showed big time...they were loud, a little obnoxious with the chants, but hey. Thats what they do. Didnt see much trash talking, just a group that seemed happy to be there.
2. Canes fans showed as well. It was probably a good 75-25, but the spirt of the fans was electric. Seemed to get complacent from time to time, maybe because we all knew we were so much better but somehow OM was still hanging around. Overall, the crowd was excited, relieved, and ready for the 19th. For those who were not able to attend, I could feel and hear the energy from all Canes across the country.
3. As stated, the Canes were a better team...no question. Take away the penalties a la Ohio St, what seemed to be blatant ref interference, dropped passes and adding at least 2 of the easily caught interceptions they dropped, this one would have ben a blowout. No question in my mind.
4. The stadium was pretty nice but the replays up on the big screen were absolute garbage. Also, I am pretty much over the over the top corporate sponsorships taking over the atmosphere. Stop trying to force me to cheer for Vrbo. IDGAF about them. Also, I dont need the during the commercial party hosts they throw up on the screen. Its cringy.
5. Overall, out of all the playoff bowl game sites, Phoenix may be last on the list....Miami, Atlanta, New Orleans, Dallas...much more fun. Phoenix wasnt awful, but wasnt my favorite by any means.
Any other observations Im missing?
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