Week 2 Indiana vs Florida International

"2-0", "2-0", "2-0" was chanted as the masses, well about four of us actually, stood to celebrate the end of the game on Saturday night in Bloomington.  For fans of the Indiana football program, this is fun to chant.  On the way to this "2-0" start, we as fans, watched with trepidation as the game was rather close and not decided until late in the fourth quarter.

Right in front of us in section 11, the game came down to a 4th down 2 yards to go situation.  Time left in the game was right around four minutes, with IU leading 29-22.  The question in our section was if FIU would go for 2 pt conversion after they scored.  This is how many Indiana football games have ended in the past.

After a time out, the teams returned to the field. The ball was snapped, the defense gets great penetration, the secondary has receivers covered.  The quarterback scrambles toward our side of the field. My mind is thinking, "Come on, one play."  Just then a big hit by linebacker Marcus Oliver, the ball floats in air desperately trying to find a landing spot.  Wait...can it be... YES!  A play is made by safety Jameel Cook Jr. who is the landing spot for the errant pass and he just doesn't catch it, he takes in 96 yards to paydirt.  Indiana football made a play.  Indiana football won, Indiana football made their own breaks. And YES!, Indiana football is "2-0!"

The Branhams

Brent and Jared Warren

Tailgate update:  Another solid tailgate on Saturday.  Always good to see friends in the tailgate lots.

The Sisters

The Handys

Tailgater of the day:  Aaron Binford-(friend of Brandon)  he eats like crazy, has a great sense of humor and put up with a serious Dad Tonsoni ribbing.

Food of the Day:  Cuban Sandwiches-  Thanks to my buddy Sammy Jacobs suggestion of serving food known to be popular in the states of our opponents.  This sandwich consists of sliced pork roast, ham, swiss cheese, dill pickel, mustard on a toasted bun.  They were well received.

Sammy Jacobs of Hoosier Huddle

News of the Day:  Tailgate member Liz Retana has a boyfriend!  We approve! ( not shown in pic)

Liz and Tonsoni men

Ten hour tailgate makes for a great day.  An Indiana victory makes a great day an excellent day! Friends make it an unforgettable day!

That's my take from the tailgate lot!