Syracuse football enthusiast expresses gratitude to Ryan Day of Ohio State for the generous gesture of Kyle McCord.
Being a proud Syracuse graduate and an ardent sports fan, I express my gratitude to Ryan Day for succumbing to the pressure as the OSU football coach and losing to Michigan. As one of the weakest teams in the ACC, the Syracuse Orange have just acquired the equivalent of Joe Namath in quarterback Kyle McCord. McCord will be celebrated in upstate New York, where fans will rally behind a young man who plays with intensity, completes passes, and conducts himself with dignity and respect. Coach Day’s loss is our gift in 2024. Happy New Year!
To Barb: Syracuse made a smart move by securing a seasoned quarterback with a 12-1 record as a starter. Despite the Orange’s struggles this year, their upcoming schedule looks promising, with no games against Florida State or Clemson, and a home match against Miami. With these factors in play, McCord might deliver impressive numbers next season.
Dear Editor: College athletes want the opportunity to showcase their skills and play the sport they love, which is why many enter the transfer portal. As the number of athletes in the portal grows, a potential solution could be reducing the number of scholarships schools can offer from 85 to 70. This way, more players get a chance to step onto the field, avoiding a scenario where numerous players never see game time, resembling the crowds at a Black Friday sales event.
To Brian: The landscape of college football recruitment has changed drastically. Previously, national letter of intent day was in February, and transfers were minimal. Now, with players opting out of bowl games and transferring mid-season, coaches are in a rush to sign recruits during the early signing period and attract players from the transfer portal, where NIL money plays a crucial role. There’s a need for a better system.
To the editor: Saint Woody Hayes aimed to instill character, honor, and pride in being a football Buckeye among his players. I recall his players were obligated to participate in charitable hospital visits, maintain dignified attire, and exemplify loyalty as Buckeye team players. Presently, the football climate and some Buckeye players seem more focused on playing the portal monopoly, maximizing NIL cash, and playing for themselves rather than the team or the school. Coach Hayes, may you rest in peace, as the current state of football might bring tears of sorrow to your eyes.
To Brian: While I enjoy The Dispatch, I feel compelled to comment on the recent MLS title won by the Columbus Crew: It’s soccer. Who cares? However, the 21,000 fans who consistently filled Lower.com Field this year and those who attended the bustling post-championship rally downtown might beg to differ.
To the editor: As a lifelong Browns fan, I vividly recall coach Belichick replacing Bernie Kosar due to “diminished skills.” Now, with the Patriots holding a 3-11 record, it’s hard not to think that Belichick’s coaching prowess has diminished. Karma can be quite a force.
