ATHENS - Things have quieted down around these parts, so let's stir them back up with a good ol' mailbag, shall we?

The events of last weekend caused a few readers to get a jump on things. Here are topics I've already been asked about:

- To spike or not to spike. (Shocking, I know.)

- Trouble defending the run.

- Next year's defense.

- A way-too-early prediction for next year.

- Chuck Oliver vs. Mark Richt

So no need to ask about any of those topics, but feel free to ask about anything else.

As always, you may submit your question via e-mail at semerson@macon.com, or by posting in the comment section below, or tweeting at me at @sethemerson.

I also once again humbly request that you provide your city and state of residence, as well your tax information, social security number, and your most attractive photo. OK, maybe just the city and state.

I'll post the mailbag on Thursday. Fire away.