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For the record, I meant to say irreplaceable on Smith. Not replaceable. It’s surreal to see how close one can be to replacing Burroughs, as dominant as he was. What sucks is his World Bronzes each year. His losses in those 3 years were all to the eventual champs. If only he’d been on the opposite side bracket. Speaking of that. Is Sidakov done? Don’t hear his name mentioned much in Russian chats.

The four listed above would be mine as well. Dake getting a Gold in LA replaces Burroughs maybe. Smith going 6 for 6 is almost replaceable.

I see a problem with him the same I do Burroughs; just one Oly medal. Yes Burroughs has a Gold, but that’s it. I hate seeing the lack of dominance from our GOATs, outside of John. And his career was done so quick. Back to Dake. If he medals in 27 and 28 in LA, he’s in. IMO, if Snyder gets Silver or Gold in 28, he’s 100% our all-time top.

I hope

Won’t lie. I got emotional for him after his speech. Was tough to see and hear. Many of us fans, through all teams, have followed him for years. From his upset as a HS senior over AD, from leaving the state of Pennsylvania to become a Hawkeye, and to now becoming a World Champion. He has done a lot for the sport; and for himself. My million dollar question; is it worth it anymore? Everyone takes off a singlet for the final time eventually? With his ACL blown again, is it worth it? Lord knows I’d love to see him set the shoes in the middle of the match in L.A. with a Gold around his neck, but the recovery has to be more and more challenging. Does he rest in 27 to go for 28? What’s our thoughts? Even if he never wrestles again, what a career….

Boom!!!!

Nationalism is dumb? How stupid are you?!? You defect to the USA, and do it legally, you get my support. Again, anyone pulling against an American is basically a traitor in my book. If you see it as “just a game”, then why do you communicate about it outside of yourself? Why do you comment on it? Why are you even here? Pulling for Ono in a PSU singlet is a world difference between him in a Japanese one.

It’s not just sports; It’s international competition. Would you pull against an American in the Olympics? Your statement couldn’t be more inaccurate in International Sports. That flag means everything. I want the USA to be the best in everything. I’m blown away that any of you would consider any other way at this level.

I can’t believe anyone would pull against their Countryman. Or woman. You have an American Flag on your singlet, I’m Ride or Die with you.

Zain. 70 is made for him. Too bad we only get 6 Oly weights.

Not if you’re American. Unless you work or affiliated directly with NLWC, it’s Lee or no one in my book.

Question. Does a tech or pin increase team points in a tournament like this the same way it does in folkstyke? I would assume yes, but do not know for certain.

Because of Cael, my entire family got into wrestling. I followed his team around the nation at ISU, and now PSU. I’ve pulled for every PSU wrestler’s career, especially Taylor at OSU. With that said, I hope Lee techs him in 10 seconds. I bleed Red, White, and Blue. All day, everyday!

Who?

Zare…. Man. Wish Steveson stayed longer and we saw these two.

Wow

I thought Nette was going to win?!?! What happened??

Leydecker!

Wow. Huge for Dake. Guy really biting him?!?!

Zare just too good it appears

Iran wins. Blaze still alive.

When do Semis start???

Back to wrestling…. Who has Bassett and Snyder in the Semis on their bingo card?!?!

Holy Crap Bo! Well done!!! and Snyder too?!?! Let’s go!!!!!! USA!!!

That’s permaban material in my book. Either get better and win or accept defeat. I bleed Red, White, and Blue, but I will never cheer for someone acting like this.