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Posted on July 6 at 3:21 p.m.
cjraney, as long as we agree on the 1st point, I really do not care where Coach Fulmer fits in the ranks of minor legends. The problem is, I sense that Coach Fulmer does care!
My main point was that I believe that the new contract is fair -- almost automatic extensions (which really mean nothing) and a guaranteed 5% COLA! Everything else is incentive based. as it should be. The 7th place ranking among SEC coaches is fitting based on his recent performance. I think you guys are focusing on Hamilton and Fulmer's spin and overlooking the facts.
Posted on July 6 at 9:12 a.m.
Any question about who is the "big dog" in the UT Athletic Department? Wonder what happened to Hamilton's stated goal of an SEC championship every 4-5 years and be in close competition for the title in the other years?
I am not a contracts lawyer, however, if you can pull your eyes off the large $$$ numbers, the contract is really not all that outrageous -- for a 7th ranked SEC coach.
The 8-win rollover extension means nothing. If he wins, good. If he loses, the same "powers-that-be" that supported this contract will "encourage" Fulmer to ride off into the sunset. The only other thing that is guaranteed is a roughly 5% annual cost of living raise. Everything else is incentive driven.
In all, Coach Fulmer has received a new contract that rewards his loyalty and his recent mediocre performance. A 7th ranked contract for a 7th ranked performance. UT management has elected to accept and reward mediocrity, who are we to question them?
BTW, no matter how long Coach Fulmer hangs around and no matter if or when he breaks Gen. Neyland's win record, Phillip Fulmer will never gain the legendary status bestowed upon Gen. Neyland. There is only one legend in UT football.
Posted on July 5 at 11:55 p.m.
7th highest salary in the SEC? Sounds about right.....
Posted on July 5 at 10:11 a.m.
tngeoff, how many blocking dummies are involved in the fire ant? Several posters on here would be great candidates!
Make sure you prepare for the Amdro Ant Block offense!
Posted on July 5 at 12:19 a.m.
faithfulvol on July 4, 2008 at 11:25 a.m. Son, Phillip Fulmer is NOT Tennessee football. Tennessee football CREATED Phillip Fulmer. That is why there is a T on the helmet, not a PF.
Posted on July 2 at 7:32 p.m.
I agree sjt. On principal it sounds a bit generous and not supportable. But, if he fails to continue achieving, I doubt if there will be much of an issue. I still believe that we will know everything we need to know by the end of September!
Posted on July 2 at 1:05 p.m.
Dang, "...first raise since before the 2005 season..." Scary! Are ya'all old enough to remember what happened in 2005?
300bowler - That would be the Sears-Kmart Trophy that Coach Fulmer might be hoisting on high...
Posted on July 2 at 12:16 p.m.
Wow, marc! I guess we think very differently. You also reach conclusions that I fail to see. "... EPPY award should excuse personal attacks on someone's character ...?" So be it. Maybe having worked for 30 years in the Washington, DC arena tempered my sensitivities!
It is a truly beautiful day outside and I think I will spend it pulling a few weeds out of my flower garden, trimming the hedges, and maybe pulling some of the damaged trim off my 19th century Victorian. Too me, enjoying life is much more important than anything John Adams could ever say! Be well.... Enjoy life....
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Posted on July 2 at 11:19 a.m.
Yup, pd, got the 4-loss T. Only problem is that it only comes in lemming sizes. But you gotta get one! They're really cool. Has a print of Coach Phil on the front leading a bunch of little fellars wearing bright orange sweaters with a big white T emblazoned across the front! A rather fetching pic of Coach Phil. The 'ites would love it!
Found the gnat's poot T down at the local $1 Store. Limited selection of sizes and colors.
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Posted on July 6 at 5:19 p.m.
Agreed TJ. My dissatisfaction with Coach Fulmer is purely about ... Coach Fulmer.
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