Dr. Strangelove, Tulsa (5/18/2009 7:35:00 AM)

Great story and he sounds like a cool guy. I wish him the best and hope to see him on the field this season.

SoonerDJ, Lisbon, Portugal (5/18/2009 8:12:38 AM)

MTV? It's still around? all I see is reality TV shows. Real World? Does anyone actually watch that show anymore? Good on him for joining in the fight, but like most Marines he seems a bit too cocky. Hope things work out for his dad though.

MexiMike, tulsa (5/18/2009 8:43:34 AM)

Next? The Real World? My social life on a scale from 1 to 5 is a 5?

Somebody should have nicknamed this kid, "Summer's Eve."

KevMidtown, (5/18/2009 9:34:09 AM)

what....a....schlub. i'm glad we've reduced quality journalism to doing stories on teenagers full of themselves. and he lost my respect at "revenge".

joker289, (5/18/2009 10:18:01 AM)

I've know this guy since we were 5 yrs old...he deserves all the attention and credit that is giving to him Evans I'm proud of you homie keep it up!!

Ignatz, Broken Bow (5/18/2009 10:36:41 AM)

Kev, while he sounds like a self-absorbed teenager he's in his 20's. I guess 23 is the new 13. I used to think the Sooners paid their players well, but get a load of the conspicuous consumer crap in his room.

AP, Tulsa (5/18/2009 1:11:39 PM)

He was in the Marines for at least two tours of Iraq - I would say that he probably earned enough money for a plasma television through that service, not through walking on to the OSU football team. You have to respect a kid that goes out and gets a job to pay for college and then tries walking on to a very competitive football team, not asking mommy and daddy to empty their bank account or applying for a dozen credit cards to get stuff like that.

my_2_cents!, Inola (5/18/2009 1:19:05 PM)

I would be more impressed if he was trying out for American Idol or something of that nature. The Real World? That show is a joke. They will have anti-war people on there too just so they can add some drama. Then they will have few gay people, and some sluts. Same old crap

notyourfriend, (5/18/2009 3:12:22 PM)

I would have at least made the bed and hid the laundry. Bet there is no way anyone could bounce a quarter on those sheets.

wk, (5/18/2009 3:16:18 PM)

How does a guy that hasn't touched a football in three years get invited to walk-on? Is this a testament to his ability or a lack of team talent?

hawkdaddy, (5/18/2009 4:16:49 PM)

Why is this newsworthy? I love Jimmie Trammel but this article is a waste of paper. Regardless of his military service, he's still a tool in my book. Maybe some day he'll grow up and quit chasing candy like a little kid.

im4osu, Broken Arrow (5/18/2009 5:54:13 PM)

Come on guys, leave the kid alone, he served our country and is trying to better himself, thought and prayers for his dad....atleast he's going to a good school.

justsayin918, (5/18/2009 6:55:01 PM)

wow everyone's so hateful. Who cares? Well obviously alot of people b/c the real world is still on of the most highly rated reality shows on tv after 20 years. This guy unselfishly gave up a chance to go do something he wanted in the best interest of OUR COUNTRY, thats for ME, YOU, and our families so that alone gets my respect. Then after fulfilling his obligation he decided to pursue a dream of his (which he has certainly earned the right to do) and made a football team that, may i remind you, was ranked 6th in the country last year so there's certainly no lack of talent, and if he can perform at that level after a 3 year layoff and multiple injuries then good for him. And Jimmie I applaud your choice with this story. We always here about athletes that do the wrong things, it's nice see a story about one doing something positive. Good luck son, see you in the fall....GO POKES!

mbrant02, (5/19/2009 12:48:12 AM)

OMG, I had to create an account just to post on this topic. The right thing? I am an OSU alum, a veteran of the US Armed Forces, Posse member, all that. Maybe it was Jimmie's style of writing but I don't like this kid at all... Next challenge? He escorted cargo and turned down girls because in his mind he is all that... Those are accomplishments? Serve in the military, raise some kids, get two masters degrees, start a couple successful businesses... Those are real life challenges, not looking for the quick fame and fortune buck. I hate to say it about a Cowboy, especially a young man but this article makes him out to be everything I hate about the young, cocky, how I get mine doesn't matter society we live in today. Challenges? The Right Thing? I know OSU has better to offer. Good luck on the Real "act like a whiny, sniveling bitch so the rating are up" World.

DanDDiver, Smyrna (5/19/2009 6:58:59 AM)

Jealous much?!
Wow. Some of you guys..and it's all guys..are so chicky jealous it's ridiculous.

He's getting some spotlight and you can't handle it. You wish you could get a fraction of the ladies attention he's getting.
Well, get used to it, fellas, because there's always going to be someone who's better looking, smarter, more athletic and luckier than you.
Deal with it, hate mongers.

SoonerDJ, Lisbon, Portugal (5/19/2009 7:51:22 AM)

Jealous? Only thing i'm jealous about is he is able to see Oklahoma games easier than I am. I honestly don't think he is better looking, smarter, or luckier than I am, but hey, that is why people are entitled to thier own opinion. The Marines certainly didn't teach him any humility.

MexiMike, tulsa (5/19/2009 10:54:32 AM)

This whole thing is hilarious. First of all, he didn't enlist in the military to serve our country. He enlisted for "revenge." Revenge, simply put, is irrational and self serving. There is absolutely no honor in revenge.

Secondly, mbrant02 is absolutely correct. The only "challenge" this guy is looking for is how many girls he can pull in after his 15 minutes of fame are up if he is indeed cast on The Pathetic World. Maybe the challenge should be to hold himself to a higher standard.

Danny, you have zero clue what you are talking about--as usual. Stick the Oklahoman website where everyone is already accustomed to your remedial ramblings.

This has nothing to do with jealousy. In fact, had this been an OU athlete you would have been first in line to rip this article apart...especially if it had been on the other website. Don't try to deny it either. Everyone knows better.

hawkdaddy, (5/19/2009 11:59:13 AM)

Couldn't have said it better Mike.

justsayin918, (5/19/2009 1:14:56 PM)

ok first of all, anyone who remembers what 9/11 was like knows that we all felt that hate in our heart for who was responsible. And "revenge for my country" doesnt mean he's some animal that wanted to go kill woman and children, it means that he wanted to be a part of punishing those responsible. And all this stuff about "real challenges" like starting a business or what not. He's still in college idiots. I wish we could fast foward 10 years b/c i'm sure he will be more sucessful than you and have better things to do that rip a young man over a newpaper article. You can't hate on someone for trying to move on to bigger and better things and not just settling for the same old 9 to 5. He's pursuing his dreams not just talking about them like most people do. And nobody in the Navy, or any other branch of our military for that matter, has the right to say anything about a marine so unless you were a seal or something you need to just watch your mouth "Sooner". And how does bein on a gameshow make him "cocky". Seems to me that's part of the show. And someone who put's there country first, and want's to make it big to make enough money to support their parents definately is'nt self absorbed. Sounds like his family did a hell of a job rasing him to me, and all of you haters should take some notes. Don't hate thoose people that go for their dreams just because you may have lost sight of yours!

MexiMike, tulsa (5/19/2009 2:53:43 PM)

Should I take the opinion of somebody who uses phrases such as "hate on" and "haters" seriously?

Survey says: No.

Coupled with horrible grammar and hypocritical judgement, it's no coincidence that you are his number one fan.

With that being said, call me crazy but I think I'll stick with my original assessment of the guy.

ForWhatIt'sWorth, (5/19/2009 4:42:25 PM)

Marines are cocky because we can be.

SoonerDJ must have had a bad run-in with one at some point.

SoonerDJ, Lisbon, Portugal (5/20/2009 6:12:57 AM)

Never had a bad run-in with any other military service member. I actually have many friends in the other branches as well as friends in other nations' militaries. I was just pointing out what I have witnessed in my 13+ years of service. Don't get me wrong, there is no one else i'd rather have next to me when in the "sand box". There is a certain attitude that they, as in most young marines, have and it's usually a "i'm better than everyone eles" one. I stand by my previous comments. He just seems a bit immature and "high school"-ish.

Steff M, Claremore (5/20/2009 1:12:21 PM)

People are unbelievable. Props (I mean congratulations, for those unfamiliar with today's lingo, I mean vernacular, I mean word usage. You know what I mean. Or maybe not.) to this kid for all he has done and good luck to him in the future. I'm sure his parents are extremely proud of him.

MexiMike, tulsa (5/20/2009 1:41:17 PM)

Yeah, boiiii! Props to my homie pullin' down all the honeys! Don't listen to these playa haters! Besides, the Real World is phat, yo! Holla at your boi!!! BFF 4 life!!!

Dave in Houston, Houston (5/21/2009 8:34:05 AM)

Are you guys are seriously being critical of the kid for wanting "revenge" after 9/11? Who didn't? I suppose all those service men and women who enlisted after Pearl Harbor were self-serving too. Pretty lame critique folks.