1.   Bean plays the part of traditional homecoming opponent, trying to ruin a quite sizable party.

2.   Dixie delegates were downright giddy about bringing home the bacon in November, giving Gore about as much chance as a homecoming opponent at a Southeast Conference football game.

3.   OU will make a great homecoming opponent.

4.   The Mid-American Conference for years provided national football powerhouses with sure-win homecoming opponents and breaks in otherwise challenging schedules.