A-'Dore-ing: Vandy Has Spurrier Singin' The Blues

   Before kickoff Thursday in Nashville, South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier visited The Country Music Hall of Fame, where one of his faves, Kenny Chesney, is honored. Hours later, the Chesney hit "Don't Blink" became the Gamecocks' unwanted theme song.

   As in, "Don't Blink" or you will miss Carolina's brief stay in the top 25 poll.

   The Gamecocks, advancing to No. 24 this week, will vanish after a second straight loss to Vanderbilt, this time 24-17. The ol' ball coach exudes so little confidence in his offense that he orders punts and safe play calls not designed to earn a first down.

   The 'Dores had not whupped a ranked team at home in 16 years. Good for them.

   Some SEC subscribers mock Vandy for its relatively lower -- some would say "sensible" -- emphasis on football. Me, I admire it and pull for the 'Dores when they are not playing my team.

   How do you look at Vandy? To be laughed at? Or admired?