Gus Duggerton shown at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of the University of Tennessee. Could Duggs shock the world and make his next stop out west in Reno? Image with the Knoxville News-Sentinel
With professional sports around the world on standby for the most part, there has been a new face taking the country by storm. His name is Gus Duggerton and he is here to hand out some 50 burgers. Duggerton, better known as Coach Duggs, has been setting the Twitch world on fire since he broke out on the virtual scene not too long ago on Pardon My Take’s stream via NCAA Football 2014’s Dynasty mode. Duggs (piloted like a Gundam by PMT co-host Big Cat), has already had successful stops at Toledo, Florida State and USC as the architect behind the “Air Duggs” passing attack, but has now come into his own as the former head man at Texas Tech and now his record-breaking run at the University of Tennessee. With Duggs in the midst of another successful year as the leader of the Vols, I wanted to extend a couple reasons why another trip out west might make sense for the big guy.
Be the new king of the west: Sure Reno might be a little far away from the glitz of Hollywood or the sun-kissed beaches of Florida, but it still has a lot to offer and a lot of history to tell. As the land grant institution of the great state of Nevada, there is a lot to love about the University of Nevada and the ability to imprint your image on it. Though Duggs would be following in the proverbial footsteps of Wolf Pack legend Chris Ault, there is still much to be gained as the new king of the Mountain West and a ravenous fan base to pour into. Akin to former Pack basketball coach Eric Musselman’s time in Reno, Duggs would be the new king of the region and would be able to roll to numerous Mountain West titles. With Boise State slowing down, Duggs would be able to cruise to dominance shortly and then make history from there.
As much AYCE sushi as you can stomach: Given his status as somewhat of a football gypsy, Duggs has encountered his fair share of delectable delights across the country. From the southern fried treats of Lubbock to the Skyline Chili of Ohio, there has been no shortage of carnal delights for the big man to indulge in. Though he has probably not encountered the iconic Nugget Rib Cook Off or the AYCE sushi bars of northern Nevada which might make for a tasty romance for the big man. Moreover, Duggs could rule nearby Lake Tahoe during the summer months by holding court at Gar Woods with his legion of fans. Tahoe Tessie would have nothing on the incoming king of the Sierras.
Doing something never done before: While the five star programs of the country have certainly earned their keep as such, there has been no football national championship in the history of the Pack. Though Nevada does have a lackluster budget and no outdoor practice facility, there is some history for the program and the upside to make your own spot in the annals of college football. Yes you would need to schedule multiple ranked opponents in the non-conference slate of the year to have a chance at the “natty” but it is not outside the realm of possibility. With Big Cat already being a fan of the Pack, the notion is not too far-fetched for his virtual doppleganger to make the trek to Reno and bring a title to the people of northern Nevada.
So let me know if you think Duggs should come to Reno after his sixth season and thank you for reading as always!
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