Mark Schlabach needs to get a clue

On Mark Schlabach's weekly, Schlabach: On (and off) the Mark column on ESPN.com, I stumbled upon this little gem of journalism:

On the Mark
Tennessee's guts. Missouri's determination. West Virginia's speed. Maryland's defense. Arkansas' surprise. Georgia's good fortune. USC defensive end Lawrence Jackson (four sacks versus Arizona State). South Florida defensive backs Trae Williams and Nate Allen (interception returns for touchdowns in 48-37 win at Pittsburgh). Maryland, Colorado, Ohio and UCLA becoming bowl eligible. Hawaii's BCS chances.

Off the Mark
Nebraska's defense. Kentucky's defense. Kansas State's finish. NC State's offense. Georgia Tech's offense. Syracuse. Washington. Duke's premature celebration. 1-11 Idaho. 1-11 Duke. 1-11 Minnesota. 1-11 SMU. 0-11 Florida International.


You have got to be kidding me. Granted, I understand that UK gave up 52 points, but seriously, 52 is so much more than the measly 50 points that Tennessee allowed UK to put up. I know I shouldn't get upset with such lame opinions as these, but lets call a spade a spade. Mark, did you even watch the game? If you commend Tennessee on their guts, then you have to equally credit Kentucky for coming back and forcing overtime when trailing at the half 24-7. That's Guts. If you say that Kentucky's defense is "off the mark" for relentlessly making plays in the second half, allowing Kentucky's offense to claw back into the game; then you have to question Tennessee's defense for showing a lack of heart for surrendering 43 second half and overtime points after posting the 24-7 halftime lead. I know in the end UK lost, I get that, but come on. This was an amazing game...on both sidelines. Get a clue Schlabach, it is you my friend who is "off the mark."