Rob Calhoun is a long time Ball State fan and owner of the world’s largest Ball State memorabilia collection. He may have given us the first Other Sideline that starts off with an expletive, and he’s not very high on his Cardinals’ chances this weekend, but he gave it his all. And that’s all you can ask for from a guy who loves Ball State over all else. In true journalistic form, I did not edit his responses in any way. That’s how he would’ve wanted it. He can be found on X/Twitter at @SSN_BallState.
1. What is an Ball State fan’s first thought of Auburn football at this exact moment?
Well Shit, Can we even Score? Ball State has never been shut out in consecutive weeks. Does that end? Lets go have a fun trip and grab that 1 million dollar bag.
2. What are your thoughts on Hugh Freeze coming into this game?
Hugh Freeze is that a Marvel Character. Lets hope he is not one of those guys who runs up the score 60’s to impress the voters or buy himself another year.
3. Where do Ball State fans stand on David Letterman?
Most long time fans Love David but Im not sure this new breed of students even know who he is.. He has done alot for Ball State but more on the academic side. Us Athletic alum would let him have naming rights on everything if it meant huge donations.
4. Who are your two favorite Auburn Tigers of all time?
Well if you dont answer Bo im not sure who you do. Ive always believed if that injury had not happened he would have been a top 5 Historical Rb.. That being said Lionel Richie had some bangers. You also have to love Barkley.
5. Name two Cardinals that Auburn fans should look out for and why?
We have 54 new players on the roster. We are trying to figure out what fits and combos work the best.. Qb Kelly is a dynamic athlete if you lose track of him he can make some huge plays. On the defensive DL Voorhis had a great spring and a sack at purdue
6. Which two Tigers scare you the most and why?
Coleman scares me the most, he is electric and just your entire D.. Our oline is still trying to come together
7. Where will each team have an advantage over the other?
Advantage? Id have to lie and Im not going to do that. If this were an Alum drinking contest we would crush you guys…
8. What is your analysis/score prediction for the game?
If you guys dont score 40-50 on us someone down there needs to grab a few nails for freezes coffin.
9. Where will Auburn and Ball State end up this season?
Auburn mid pack SEC.. Ball State with 50 new players new staff etc.. We will be extatic if we can get to 6 wins and a bowl
10. Ball isn’t even a state!
Ball State is a state of mind reached by eccessive drinking and other cirriculars.. Remember we are Ball State our Balls go deeper and bounce higher
