Locker Notes - HillBilly Style

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I was going to wait until next week for the next installment of this, but I see this as a critical game in terms of maintaining focus. So let's hand out some locker notes before the collective IQ in Athens drops too far.

Amarlo Herrera - I can see an SEC Defensive PotW in your future. It's getting closer and closer, just like those ball carriers you've been hunting down.
Aaron Murray - Every hick in orange overalls would rather have you than the Sea Doo bottle tosser.
Artie Lynch - You're wicked good. Their linebackers can't hang.
Shawn Williams - Really enjoying watching you play. Keep it up and show Mr. Patterson a real nice Sanford welcome! 
Marshall Morgan - Deep breath kid. We're behind ya.
Motel 6 - Give this Bray twerp a new tattoo, of your facemask.

Ok, here's a sharpie. Get after it.

Locker Notes - Mizzou and #oldmanfootball

If you're new around here, we pull out the locker notes from time to time to get the guys ready for the next game. I start with a few. You can add others in the comments. It's a big week, what with the SEC opener and being in charge of officially welcoming Missouri to their new conference. Let's hand them out.

Jarvis Jones - you're too old for their brand of football, so just play your game and bring the pain.
DickSamIV - I see you doing work out there. Slip out in the open for one of those screens or check downs and you can be gone!
Collin Barber - diggin the hang time. Keep up the good work.
Chris Burnette - let that line follow your example and everything else offensively will fall into place. GATA!
C-Wash - I've heard great things from this summer. Get out there and make SEC Defensive PotW!

Okay, here's a sharpie. Lots more where these came from.

Locker Notes - Rebel Nutty Bears

In one corner you have Mark Richt, once successful coach that now can't seem to adjust his Ford F-150's seat without burning a finger. And in the other you have Houston Nutt, coach whore to Adm. Ackbar, Nevin Shapiro and the occasional news achorwoman.


Only one can survive the tilt. Let's hand out some locker notes for the good guys.


Isaiah Crowell - Show em some things Deuce never could.
Aaron Murray - Grab that no huddle by the scruff of its neck and let's see those boys get after it!
Jarvis Jones - Don't even bother asking if Stoudt prefers paper of plastic.
Michael Bennett - Love the way you play! Hope to see more gutsy catches and clutch plays from OchoDos.
Brandon Boykin - This kid likes to sling some picks. Heads up!


Big implications in this SEC contest. So an all call for some road quality locker notes. Please bear down hard with that Sharpie.

Locker Notes - Smurf edition

Wow. It's time for the season's first edition of Locker Notes. It feels like Christmas Eve...without all the toys and crap.


If you're new, here's how it works: I hand out several notes to players as a way of giving them a cyber *fist bump*. Then I provide you with the post-it notes and a sharpie (see below) to add your own. I typically don't include coaches, but you hand em out to whoever you feel like needs it. Also, I try to keep them positive in nature...even during last season's struggles.


So, let's get to it:

• Jarvis Jones - It's been a long wait for you. Enjoy every minute cuz you've earned it.
• Chris Burnette - Just bulldoze those boys and we'll worry about the mess afterwards.
• Isaiah Crowell - Don't stop to laugh when the horsies have trouble keeping up with you. The only 5 star they've ever seen is the hotel they'll be checking out of early Sunday morning.
• Tree - Closer to the ball = weapon of mass disruption. GATA!
• Brandon Boykin - I hope Kellen Moore dares to throw it your way twice as much as Coach Peterson dares to kick it your way.
• Blair Walsh - How far do you suppose you could kick it in the Dome?
• Drew Butler - (see Blair's)

Ok. Here's a sharpie. Get to it.

Locker Notes - Black Knights

It's the last Locker Notes of the 2010 season. Circumstances make it bitterweet. But necessary nonetheless. Let’s get to it.

• Aaron Murray - What could you possibly have in store during this amazing season? Can't wait to find out.
• Justin Houston – If that interception against NATS stands to be your final play at Sanford, wonder what your very last play as a Dawg will be?
• Christian Robinson - Godfrey would look good with some turf hanging from his face mask. Just a suggestion.
• Chad Gloer - You've proven worthy of the scholarship awarded earlier this year. Have some fun out there.
• Kris Durham - Can't recall enjoying a player's senior season any more than I have yours. And something tells me they're overlooking your ability. GATA!
• Coach Grantham - Hope you can put another blemish on O'Leary's resumé.
• AJ Green – I can’t think of what my favorite highlight of #8 is. But I am sure you will add a couple more tomorrow.

I know it's been awhile. But you know what to do. Here's your sharpie.

Locker Notes - Senior Edition

I get pretty stoked before the game like anyone else. But on Senior Day it's always a little different; a little more emotional. It's the last time these guys will be dressing up to GATA. They're the guys we've known the longest, and really know the best. Like the fact that Shaun Chapas can clap even better than he can beatbox.

Regardless of how much they've played, how many positions they've tried to fit into, or what kind of memories, record they leave behind...they're our Dawgs. Here's the list taken from georgiadogs.com:

63	Chris Davis	OG	Sr.	6-4	302	Jefferson, Ga.	Jefferson
25	Vance Cuff	CB	Sr.	5-11	177	Moultrie, Ga.	Colquitt County
37	Akeem Hebron	ILB	Sr.	6-1	229	Gaithersburg, Md.	Georgia Military
78	Josh Davis	OT	Sr.	6-6	310	Jayess, Miss.	Tylertown
75	Kiante Tripp	DE	Sr.	6-6	293	Atlanta, Ga.	Westlake
49	Shaun Chapas	FB	Sr.	6-2	240	St. Augustine, Fla.	Bolles
51	Akeem Dent	ILB	Sr.	6-2	233	Atlanta, Ga.	Douglas
86	Derek Rich	TE	Sr.	6-5	265	Gainesville, Ga.	Connecticut
27	Brian Brewer	TB	Sr.	5-10	203	Lilburn, Ga.	Brookwood
43	Charles White	ILB	Sr.	6-1	222	Columbia, S.C.	Blythewood
43	Chris Grund	ILB	Sr.	6-0	215	Orlando, Fla.	Dr. Phillips
60	Clint Boling	OT	Sr.	6-5	315	Alpharetta, Ga.	Chattahoochee
58	DeMarcus Dobbs	DE	Sr.	6-2	285	Savannah, Ga.	Calvary Baptist
97	Brandon Wood	DE	Sr.	6-1	287	Buchanan, Ga.	Haralson County
16	Kris Durham	SE	Sr.	6-5	212	Calhoun, Ga.	Calhoun
16	Josh Murray	SS	Sr.	6-2	202	Tampa, Fla.	Univ. of Tampa
47	Chad Gloer	CB	Sr.	5-10	196	Fayetteville, Ga.	Starr's Mill
48	Fred Munzenmaier	FB	Sr.	6-2	240	Norcross, Ga.	Norcross
50	Darryl Gamble	OLB	Sr.	6-2	250	Bainbridge, Ga.	Bainbridge

Thanks for your effort, your practice and your heart. Have fun Saturday. You will be missed.

And yes, we'll miss you too AJ and Justin. For you Reader, here's your sharpie. Add your own.

Locker Notes - Idaho State Bengals

Do the bengal tigers of Idaho subsist on potatoes alone?

• Coach Grantham - Some Benedryl might clear up that itchy throat.
• Hutson Mason - Almost time to work on the TD/pass attempt ratio.
• AJ Green - Do you prefer crinkle cut or curly? Maybe a plate of both.
• Jordan Love - He's a very intelligent guy who I think will play a lot of football for us before it's over.
• Orson Charles - Big game down in Florida. You can name your number again this Saturday. GATA.
• DeMarcus Dobbs - Pick six? Maybe two...??
• Marlon Brown - Where ya been? Looking forward to some BIG plays this Saturday.

Here's your sharpie. Now get to it.

Locker Notes - bites of gator cuz gators bite

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As per tradition, some more last minute costume ideas: a Houstonated Brantley, Rainey's cell phone, Trinton Sturdivant's money maker, a gradulated go gaytuh!, Slurban's Sabbatical...and for something that'll really scare the kids, a Brandon Spikes Eye Gouger (although you'll have to sit out the first half of Trick or Treating).


And now for some Hate Week locker notes:

• Washaun Ealey - You saved room for gator didn't you? Tastes like chicken.
• Caleb King - Now that you're back, I can think of no one better to make our campus newspaper eat their own print with a big performance in Jax.
• Bacarri Rambo - Please help Rainey understand how we feel about terroristic texts to young ladies.
• Blair Walsh - Your misses are quickly overshadowed by your determined, positive attitude. Have a great game.
• Coach Richt - As much as I want this game, you have to want it ten times more. No gimmicks, plenty of attitude and absolute focus. GATA!
• Brandon Boykin - I took the liberty of checking, and Slurban's teams especial have yet to give up a kickoff return for TD. That's a thing that makes me go Hmm... 
• Coach Grantham - This being your first trip down there, we don't really care if you grab it by the tail or start with the head...just kick that gator's ass!

Unless you wear jorts, you should be able to construct one of these yourself. Or feel free to add your own last minute costume idea. 

Locker Notes - KenYucky Downs

Can these Wildcats finish the race? Or will the Dawgs turn these Big Blue into sticky glue?

• Kwame Geathers - You're impact on the box score may be slight, but we can see you drawing double teams. I'm sure Robinson and Dowtin appreciate it.
• Alec Ogletree - There's no turning back now, fans have set your expectations through the roof. And there's no question in my mind you can set the bar higher.
• Carlton Thomas - Some pretty big runs last week. I doubt even Justin Houston could've kept you out of that endzone.
• Coach Grantham - Big test this week. Let's hit em hard, early. GATA!
• Sanders Commings - Leading the team in INTs. Gonna be more opportunities out there Saturday night.
• Aron White - Pretty clear you're ready to cross the goalline. I think Saturday's just the game for it. 
• DeMarcus Dobbs - You remember Lexington...right?

Don't be shy. Let's see what you got Reader. 

Locker Notes - Vandy not so Dandy

They can ace their SATs all they want. I'll be impressed when they block Justin Houston.

• Washaun Ealey - Goals for Saturday: protect Murray, protect the ball...and run for 150.
• Logan Gray - You get closer and closer to breaking one. I can't wait.
• Trinton Sturdivant - I think I can speak for all of us when I say, It's great to have you back!!
• Russ - I sincerely hope retirement is as good to you as you have been to us. Thanks Dawg! 
• Aaron Murray - You think you're happy with your progress? An entire Dawg Nation is on the edge of its collective seat.
• Blair Walsh - Saw your tweet yesterday. Just when I think you've reached the bar, you set it higher. I like that.
• Kenarious Gates - Goals for Saturday: help Ealey achieve all of his.

Go ahead and add your own Homecoming Locker Note. That sharpie's somewhere around here...

Locker Notes - HillBilly Huddle

The funny thing about the people in urranjah overalls is they use toothbrushes despite the irony. 


Bless their hearts.

• Kris Durham - Gonna be good to see you back on the field, and in the huddle.
• Coach Richt - Leading the team out is one step in the right direction. Starting #4 is bigger one.
• Baccari Rambo - Last year in Knutsville you were one of the few bright spots. Would love to see a pick six 'tween the hedges.
• Marlon Brown - I hope that you can get after it Saturday, cuz we know how much this one means. 
• Trinton Sturdivant - Seeing more and more of you. Orange defenders look best planted on the turf. Just sayin'.
• Brandon Boykin - Your legs = field position. GATA! 
• Justin Houston - I heard Matt Simms said you couldn't sack a line of groceries. Maybe you two can get together to discuss it Saturday.

Here's a sharpie to catch the ones I missed.

Locker Notes - Buffy the 1990 Slayers

So they're gonna celebrate their Nat'l Championship Saturday. Black us out. Sure. Sounds cool.

Oh, and have I mentioned that Ralphie is a girl? Ain't that a bitch?

• Coach Bobo - Grantham's been holding teams in check. Let's get off to a fast start and try playing with a lead.
• AJ Green - Welcome back. In case you haven't noticed, we could use a spark. Kinda like the one in Tempe.
• Coach Searels - There's a bench behind you. Should fit anyone who can't block.
• Rantavious Wooten - Again...please re-introduce yourself to Coach Mike Bobo. He's the one with the bloody nose.
• Coach Richt - Hawkins thinks we're hungry. Let's show him how the big Dawgs eat.
• Ben Jones - Maybe try eating some turf before the game.
• Caleb King - There's a big game coming for you. I can feel it.
• Branden Smith - Please remind Coach Bobo of you play in action. He's the one with the play call sheet...I think.

Those are mine. Now WhatchagotLoran?

Locker Notes - Missy State

It's ok to pick the flowers in Starkville these days. Let's just hope we come outta there smelling like a rose.

• Coach Richt - True fans are behind you, whether they're disappointed or not.
• Kris Durham - It's still a long season, and we just need to stay focused and confident in our abilities. The Dawg Nation is confident in yours, Captain.
• Nick Williams - Been eagerly awaiting your break out game. I hope this is it.
• Caleb King - Gonna be good to have you back. We need our 3-4 offense as in tune as our 3-4 defense.
• Kwame Geathers - You seem to get a little hungrier and hungrier each week. Just sayin'.
• Tavarres King - You can be the spark to help the offense find some road rhythm.
• Josh Davis - Looking forward to seeing you jacked up for this homecoming. Go ahead and jack some cowbells while your there.

Here's a sharpie. You know the drill, now finish it.

Locker Notes - Arkansas

Piggy Petrino returns to the state of Georgia. You know, assuming he's still the coach come Saturday.

• Aaron Murray - Hopefully the leash is off. Have fun out there!
• Rantavious Wooten - Please go re-introduce yourself to Coach Bobo. Tell him Bernie sent ya.
• Brandon Boykin - I sense a pick six. Just sayin'.
• Washaun Ealey - I liked the Hogs off balance. Let's keep them off balance.
• Daryl Gamble - Let's see how their mallet stands up to your sledge hammer.
• Fred Munzenmaier - Chap leaves big cleats to fill, but this running game has to work. And score a couple more TDs while you're at it.
• Orson Charles - There's yards out there. We know you can find them.

Here's a sharpie. Finish the drill.