2024 Big Ten Tournament match, PBP, and discussion thread

[GogglesPaizano]

...Not taking anything away from Aaron because he’s an all-timer but I will be shocked if he beats DT at trials. I do think he’s the only guy in the US that can keep it close though. DT was the best wrestler in the world last season and I think it continues through the Olympics

I give both Aaron and Yaz outside chances partially because of DTs 'limited' training regimen. Way too few actual tourneys against international competition. David is a master of it, and has had great success with it, but eventually it could come up and bite him. Aaron should be in impeccable shape and he continues to raise his level. Anyone who thinks this year's AB is the same as last year's is mistaken. As of the last world championships DT is the world's top PFP, but all good things come to an end. DT is still in his late prime, but I see the lack of frequent competition as a risk. I continue to assert that most folk style wrestlers still need 3 years to get there, but Aaron might be an exception.

 

[PSUer1989]

Tyler Kasak vs Aiden Vandenbush(Northwestern) - 149 LBS Big Ten First Round Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

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I wish Byers could muster a little enthusiasm 😅

 

[zzs006]

I give both Aaron and Yaz outside chances partially because of DTs 'limited' training regimen. Way too few actual tourneys against international competition. David is a master of it, and has had great success with it, but eventually it could come up and bite him. Aaron should be in impeccable shape and he continues to raise his level. Anyone who thinks this year's AB is the same as last year's is mistaken. As of the last world championships DT is the world's top PFP, but all good things come to an end. DT is still in his late prime, but I see the lack of frequent competition as a risk. I continue to assert that most folk style wrestlers still need 3 years to get there, but Aaron might be an exception.

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I think as DT gets older the fewer competitions is smart. Fewer weigh-ins and fewer times of trying to peak for competition. I understand the thought of him falling off and I can see it happening fairly soon but last year he was the best wrestler in the entire world. Like I said previously I think he will keep that title until after Paris. AB is definitely getting better I think the matches will be fairly tight but I just can’t see AB beating him quite yet

 

[dicemen99]

I give both Aaron and Yaz outside chances partially because of DTs 'limited' training regimen. Way too few actual tourneys against international competition. David is a master of it, and has had great success with it, but eventually it could come up and bite him. Aaron should be in impeccable shape and he continues to raise his level. Anyone who thinks this year's AB is the same as last year's is mistaken. As of the last world championships DT is the world's top PFP, but all good things come to an end. DT is still in his late prime, but I see the lack of frequent competition as a risk. I continue to assert that most folk style wrestlers still need 3 years to get there, but Aaron might be an exception.

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Hard to post this without it being taken harshly but the sheer volume of opinions you set forth here, complete with supporting tenets that are clearly pulled out of your a#s, is amazing. I often scroll through the threads without paying much attention to who is posting and I can't tell you the amount of times I've read about 1/4 of your post, looked up to see who posted it, said "oh" to myself and moved to the next post.

Trying not to be too much of a DB here, but I guess I am, because we all do this from time to time here or elsewhere. You generally come off as pretty self aware about it, which to me is unusual and indicates you probably have an interesting mind.

Again, the sheer volume is impressive. Don't ever change.

 

[GogglesPaizano]

Hard to post this without it being taken harshly but the sheer volume of opinions to you set forth here complete with supporting tenets that are clearly pulled out of your a#s is amazing. I often scroll through the threads without paying much attention to who is posting but I can't tell you the amount of times I've read about 1/4 of your post, looked up to see who posted it, said "oh" to myself and moved to the next post.

Trying not to be too much of a DB here, but I guess I am, because we all do this from time to time here or elsewhere. You generally come off as pretty self aware about it, which to me is unusual and indicates you probably have an interesting mind.

Again, the sheer volume is impressive. Don't ever change.

Outside chance isn't zero. DT is the PFP guy until we see differently. If someone forced me to bet my own hard earned money, no way do I not go with David. That said, I didn't think David simply rolls through Aaron the next time they meet. I also understand completely why David is training the way he does. Most elite wrestlers in the world would not be as successful doing the same. I don't think I have pulled anything out of my ass with this one. Numerous other posts?
You might have me there.

 

[Ian]

Wouldn’t be surprised if DT wins it all and then leaves his shoes on the mat in Paris. AB is the heir apparent…. as is Nolf at his weight as Dake may do the same as DT. Maybe even Snyder as these guys have been carrying the flag a long time. Quite a group coming in behind them.

 

[NittanyLion84]

Penn State Wrestling Big Ten Title Recap, with Greg Pickel and Frank Thomas Carr

 

[NittanyLion84]

Aaron Brooks vs Silas Allred(Nebraska) - 197 LBS Big Ten Semifinals Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Braeden Davis vs Justin Cardani(Illinois) - 125 LBS Big Ten First Round Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[Cstroke]

This was 2 different pinning combinations, why was it only one set of backs? I remember thinking this when I watched it live.
TIA

 

[NittanyLion84]

Tyler Kasak vs Dylan D’Emilo(Ohio State) - 149 LBS Big Ten Quarterfinals Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Aaron Nagao vs Braxton Brown(Maryland) - 133 LBS Big Ten Consulation Semifinals Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Bernie Truax vs Chase Mielnik(Maryland) - 184 LBS Big Ten First Round Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Levi Haines vs Trevor Chumbley(Northwestern) - 157 LBS Big Ten Quarterfinals, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Aaron Brooks Highlights vs Evan Bates(Northwestern) - 2024 197 LBS Big Ten Quarterfinals, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Greg Kerkvliet vs Bennett Tabor(Minnesota) - Heavyweight Big Ten Quarterfinals Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call

 

[NittanyLion84]

Beau Bartlett vs. Jordan Hamdan(Michigan State) - 141 LBS Big Ten Quarterfinals Full Match, with the Jeff Byers Call