It goes together like college football and fast food...
They say imitation is the sincerist form of flattery. If that's the case then the person responsible for sexy-results.blogspot.com should be blushing right about now.
In this blog (thanks to my good friend, Abe "the WolfPack are Back" Mathew for the forward) this guy matches up college football programs with hip-hop stars. It's definitely worth the read, even if you don't have any idea who half these rappers are. FYI, PSU is hip-hop founder KRS-One. Check out the blog for the rationale why.
So here's my take on that topic... College Football Programs and the fast food chains that most closely resemble them.
McDonald's and Miami (FL)
Both are giants in their respective fields but poor management has required them to reinvent their brand several times over. You can't go 3 feet without running into one (be it an NFL lockerroom or city street) and a lot of their final products are of questionable integrity (Ray Lewis=McRib) even if they are really good!
Bojangles and Wake Forest
Small southern brands. Most people disrespect them when they see the goofy logo for the first time but give them a shot and they will make you a fan. Can't visit them/watch them on a consistent basis because their product isn't always top quality. Head to head with the big dogs in their field and they can hold their own.
Burger King and Syracuse
Used to be a contender with the big boys, now they are distant also-rans. Both have out-dated facilities and goofy mascots.
Subway and Maryland
Burst into national prominence in recent years after a fat guy took over as spokesman/coach. Friedgen tried to lose the weight, Jared did. They always promise a fresh alternative to what's out there but in the end they're always a disappointment.
Texas and Pizza Hut
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Every year there's something new to hype. Big new recruiting class, new cheese stuffed something or other. In the end it's the same results, a mediocre product that makes you sick to your stomach.
Alabama and KFC
Longtime national powers, now trying to find their edge again. They both still have a natural advantage over their competition but still can't seem to get it done. Both have recently tried a new look (Bama=Shula, KFC=Logo) to shake things up.
Pitt and Hardees
Can't get folks through the doors. New look, same crap product. Always think they are in competition with the big boys when in reality they are second class citizens. Use flashy performers to sell their otherwise dwindling brand. (Larry Fitzgerald=Paris Hilton)
I'll admit my list isn't quite as in-depth as sexy-results but mine makes you want a big greasy burger and fries. Feel free to add your own. More comparisons to come...
In this blog (thanks to my good friend, Abe "the WolfPack are Back" Mathew for the forward) this guy matches up college football programs with hip-hop stars. It's definitely worth the read, even if you don't have any idea who half these rappers are. FYI, PSU is hip-hop founder KRS-One. Check out the blog for the rationale why.
So here's my take on that topic... College Football Programs and the fast food chains that most closely resemble them.
McDonald's and Miami (FL)
Both are giants in their respective fields but poor management has required them to reinvent their brand several times over. You can't go 3 feet without running into one (be it an NFL lockerroom or city street) and a lot of their final products are of questionable integrity (Ray Lewis=McRib) even if they are really good!
Bojangles and Wake Forest
Small southern brands. Most people disrespect them when they see the goofy logo for the first time but give them a shot and they will make you a fan. Can't visit them/watch them on a consistent basis because their product isn't always top quality. Head to head with the big dogs in their field and they can hold their own.
Burger King and Syracuse
Used to be a contender with the big boys, now they are distant also-rans. Both have out-dated facilities and goofy mascots.
Subway and Maryland
Burst into national prominence in recent years after a fat guy took over as spokesman/coach. Friedgen tried to lose the weight, Jared did. They always promise a fresh alternative to what's out there but in the end they're always a disappointment.
Texas and Pizza Hut
Every year there's something new to hype. Big new recruiting class, new cheese stuffed something or other. In the end it's the same results, a mediocre product that makes you sick to your stomach.
Alabama and KFC
Longtime national powers, now trying to find their edge again. They both still have a natural advantage over their competition but still can't seem to get it done. Both have recently tried a new look (Bama=Shula, KFC=Logo) to shake things up.
Pitt and Hardees
Can't get folks through the doors. New look, same crap product. Always think they are in competition with the big boys when in reality they are second class citizens. Use flashy performers to sell their otherwise dwindling brand. (Larry Fitzgerald=Paris Hilton)
I'll admit my list isn't quite as in-depth as sexy-results but mine makes you want a big greasy burger and fries. Feel free to add your own. More comparisons to come...
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