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Denard Robinson & Taylor Lewan: Hilarious College Football Stories & Memories

Bussin' With The BoysMarch 22, 20221h 2min129,893 views
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Early College Days and Dual-Threat QBs

  • 🏈 Denard Robinson is discussed as potentially the greatest dual-threat quarterback in NCAA history, with comparisons to Michael Vick and Lamar Jackson.
  • 💡 Robinson's unique style included not tying his shoelaces during practice and a distinct Florida accent that was hard to understand initially.
  • 🧠 Taylor Lewan recounts his early days at Michigan, including learning 'the jerk' dance and attending parties where he felt accepted despite being a 'cracker' in an all-black fraternity.

Football and Recruitment Shenanigans

  • 🎯 Robinson details his early struggles with learning the playbook at Michigan, including dropping the snap on his first play, which he then recovered for a touchdown.
  • 🍻 Recruitment stories involve getting recruits 'hammered' and taking them out, with one instance of a tight end destroying a wall with a nine-iron, leading to a commitment.
  • 💰 The concept of players receiving money during college is discussed, with both guests denying receiving any payment during their playing careers.

Memorable College Experiences

  • 🐷 A humorous story about acquiring a pig named Dr. Hamlet III from Craigslist and the subsequent challenges of keeping it, leading to its removal by animal control.
  • 🤝 Lewan shares his experience of being accepted by his teammates, highlighting the bond formed through shared experiences and acceptance.
  • 🏈 The discussion touches on the intense physicality of college workouts, including grueling conditioning drills and the welcoming, albeit harsh, initiation from coaches.

Rivalries and Game Memories

  • ⚡ Robinson and Lewan debate the 2012 Michigan vs. Nebraska game, with Robinson's injury and the team's subsequent performance being a point of contention.
  • 😤 Lewan recalls a year-long vendetta against a Michigan State player, using his picture as his phone's lock screen as motivation.
  • 🤝 The conversation shifts to player interactions, including a story about Josh Norman throwing a helmet at Taylor Lewan and a discussion about initiating fake beefs in the league.

Life After College and Current Roles

  • 🎓 Both Robinson and Lewan are now involved in college football in roles related to player development and personnel, returning to their alma mater.
  • 🏡 They reflect on the unique environment of the University of Michigan and the pride associated with it, while also acknowledging the strong community at Nebraska.
  • 🚗 The importance of the Chevy Silverado for new families is highlighted, emphasizing its reliability and advanced features.
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