Call me crazy but I have been pulling for underdog teams my whole life and love seeing “BCS Buster” schools emerge during the course of a college football season. This year intrigued me on a new level because of two teams, BYU and Utah. BYU has especially caught my attention because going into last night’s showdown with TCU they were already ranked as the 9th best team in the nation. I also had my calendar marked and ready for their potentially major Holy War matchup at the end of the season with Utah.
However, all was lost last night as I sat on my couch, sipping on a few beers while the Cougars got annihilated by TCU. The Horned Frogs defense was dominate and their offense was able to get it going and played great against what I thought was a strong Cougars defense.
BYU ruined a great chance at not only a BCS Bowl bid, but even a potential BCS Championship birth. Whatever they do during the rest of their season, they will most likely have to settle for another Las Vegas bowl game and only have themselves to blame for their lack of play on a Thursday night in October.
That leaves me and fellow “BCS Buster” fans with Utah and Boise St. as our underdogs for the remainder of the season. Sure, Ball St. is undefeated, but I feel more comfortable rooting for Tulsa because at least I know what state they hail from. Anyways Utah has a real shot at being 11-0 when they face BYU, but has a bit too far to climb in the rankings. The Broncos always interest me and I will root for them and the Utes to shake up the rankings each and every Sunday.
Sit back, watch and enjoy the “BCS Buster” component of College Football unfold throughout the remainder of the season. Regardless of what happens, this season has been great and will continue to keep me and college football fans across the country interested and excited for every game.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Giants and Cowboys
As a Giants fan I have to say this last week of football play brought me pleasure and grief. For starters the G-Men lost to the pathetic Browns in a downright AWFUL game. The entire team (except Steve Smith) played poorly, Manning looked like early last seasons quarterback and the secondary was destroyed by big Braylon Edwards. With that said, they are still 4-1 and I feel they should rebound and be 6-1 when they host the Dallas Cowboys in a few weeks. Now I was also brought some happiness because the Cowboys had just a horrible horrible weekend. First they lost in OT to the Cardinals. Then Tony Romo was diagnosed with a broken pinkie and Felix Jones was out with a bad hammy. Then the bad boys of this Dallas team added even more problems to their mid season disaster. T.O. complained in his usual fashion and Pacman was suspended for another one of his stupid decisions, further proving the point that he is just an absolute idiot. I will give Jerry Jones just a little credit and say that Roy Williams is a nice pickup, but the price was a bit steep. Also, be ready for more complaining, grumbling and criticizing from Mr. Owens, when his 33% play ratio decreases (can't believe he complains about not getting the ball). Please sit back and watch the Dallas Cowboys fall apart on all levels, at least they have a new stadium to get excited about.
ALCS Game 4
Last nights Red Sox game left me pissed off, frustrated and just downright unhappy. Its tough for me to watch the Rays manhandle the Sox like they did last night and pretty much the entire series. Its especially difficult because i still think of the Rays as a AAA team who should be getting stomped on by a powerhouse franchise such as the Boston Red Sox. However, this team is more like the MLB TAMPA BAY RAYS filled with strong hitters and very good young pitching. I hate to say it, but Boston does not look good and will have a very hard time coming back to win this series. Forget about the pitching for a moment, the hitting needs to wake up immediately and start scoring some runs. The hitters need to give the starters some support early on in the game. Game 4 is tomorrow night and Daisuke needs to pitch just as well as he did in game 1. And ya Beckett lets get going already, 8 earned runs is just not gonna cut it.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
2009 Fantasy Basketball Rankings
We are entering the middle of October, which means the start of a new NBA season is just around the corner. I love basketball and last year's season was especially exciting with the Boston Celtics bringing home the Championship trophy. This time of year also signifies the beginning of fantasy basektball leagues. I want to take some time to talk about my top 5 players at each position and where they should be picked when you conduct your fantasy drafts.
PG-
1. Chris Paul- Definetly the leader at this position, he was ranked the #1 player at the end of last year. He is a guaranteed 20ppg, 10ast and even had a steal in all 82 games (draft 1-3)
2. Dwyane Wade- When healthy he is a premier fantasy player. He good at the olympics and will now get to play with Shawn Marion and rookie Michael Beasley (7-9)
3. Steve Nash- Is a very consistent player who will help your team significantly with assists. He also has a very strong 50% fg from the pg position.
4. Deron Williams- Has a chance to pass Nash this year, but he still is developing as a pg. Will get double digit assists and should continue to progress as a 3point shooter. (12-14)
5. Baron Davis- Has a great season last year and is now playing for the LAC. This will help Baron now that they have added Camby and he will love playing with Corey Maggette (12-14)
SG-
1. Kobe Bryant- Hands down the best player at this position. If you draft him you are getting a risk free player who will pul up great stats. He will remain healthy and is ready to go (1-4)
2. Danny Granger- Emerged last year as a major fantasy threat. He is a dynamic player that can fill multiple categories for your team. He should only get better. (9-11)
3. Kevin Martin- Has been getting better and better each year. He is a great shooter and will help fill all of your shooting categories. He also plays strong D. (26-28)
4. Andre Iguodala- Is very close to become a great fantasy player. He continues to become a better 3-point shooter and needs to start lowering his to's. (27-29)
5. Paul Pierce- Still one of the best sg's in the game. He does play on a great team and his numbers have taken a hit, but an increase in fg% and a decrease in to's has occured. (28-30)
SF-
1. Lebron James- Clearly the best SF out of the group who is still getting better. Now has a PG in Moe Williams which will help but he still needs to get his FG% up. (1-4)
2. Shawn Marion- Has always been a high ranking player and will not get a full year in Miami. It is also a contract year for Marion so I expect big numbers out of him. (6-8)
3. Caron Butler- Is a very versatile player who when healthy is a top 10 fantasy player. He plays on a good team and without Arenas until December look for him to score alot. (9-11)
4. Josh Smith- The upside with Smith is huge, you get a great defender who has the skills to score 20ppg. Lets see if his offense catches up to his defense. (18-20)
5. Rudy Gay- Is coming of a terrific sophmore season and should continue to get better. He is making a charge towards the top of this list and will fill numerous stat categories. (29-31)
PF-
1. Dirk Nowitzki- Dirk still remains at the top of this list. He can score at will, grab some boards and will have a good FG%. He's 3-point attempts will decrease but he still a great player. (4-6)
2. Elton Brand- He looks healthy and is ready to have a huge season with the Sixers. Andre Miller will help get him the ball and I expect a big year out of him. (5-7)
3. Kevin Garnett- The top 3 PF's are so strong and are all very close in talent. Garnett comes in a bit behind the other 2 because of the team he plays on, still a very steady fantasy threat. (5-7)
4. Chris Bosh- He is a great shooter with a very high FG%. He lacks the big time rebounds but should get some help in the paint with Jermaine O'neal heading north of the border. (12-14)
5. Carlos Boozer- I love Boozer, I think he is a great athlete and an all around superb player. He plays for a good team and will continue to put up big numbers (20ppg 10rpg). (22-24)
C-
1. Amare Stoudamire- The best player at this position by a large measure. He is young and will continue to get better, his FG% is amazing and he is a dynamic player in many ways. (1-4)
2. Marcus Camby- He is coming of a huge season and is now a member of the LAC. This will hurt him a bit, but Camby will contiune to rack up the blocks and the boards. (12-14)
3. Pau Gasol- Once he got traded he really became a top tier player. He will continue to play great ball but if Bynum is healthy Gasol may take a bit of a fantasy hit. (20-23)
4. Tim Duncan- Mr. Consistency has been a fantasy stud for years. When you draft Duncan you know exactly what you are getting and that is a great thing. (20/10 2 blk) (24-26)
5. Dwight Howard- He is a great young player who is just a monster at the fantasy level. His FG% and turnover ratio are terrible but will help you in many other stat categories. (28-30)
PG-
1. Chris Paul- Definetly the leader at this position, he was ranked the #1 player at the end of last year. He is a guaranteed 20ppg, 10ast and even had a steal in all 82 games (draft 1-3)
2. Dwyane Wade- When healthy he is a premier fantasy player. He good at the olympics and will now get to play with Shawn Marion and rookie Michael Beasley (7-9)
3. Steve Nash- Is a very consistent player who will help your team significantly with assists. He also has a very strong 50% fg from the pg position.
4. Deron Williams- Has a chance to pass Nash this year, but he still is developing as a pg. Will get double digit assists and should continue to progress as a 3point shooter. (12-14)
5. Baron Davis- Has a great season last year and is now playing for the LAC. This will help Baron now that they have added Camby and he will love playing with Corey Maggette (12-14)
SG-
1. Kobe Bryant- Hands down the best player at this position. If you draft him you are getting a risk free player who will pul up great stats. He will remain healthy and is ready to go (1-4)
2. Danny Granger- Emerged last year as a major fantasy threat. He is a dynamic player that can fill multiple categories for your team. He should only get better. (9-11)
3. Kevin Martin- Has been getting better and better each year. He is a great shooter and will help fill all of your shooting categories. He also plays strong D. (26-28)
4. Andre Iguodala- Is very close to become a great fantasy player. He continues to become a better 3-point shooter and needs to start lowering his to's. (27-29)
5. Paul Pierce- Still one of the best sg's in the game. He does play on a great team and his numbers have taken a hit, but an increase in fg% and a decrease in to's has occured. (28-30)
SF-
1. Lebron James- Clearly the best SF out of the group who is still getting better. Now has a PG in Moe Williams which will help but he still needs to get his FG% up. (1-4)
2. Shawn Marion- Has always been a high ranking player and will not get a full year in Miami. It is also a contract year for Marion so I expect big numbers out of him. (6-8)
3. Caron Butler- Is a very versatile player who when healthy is a top 10 fantasy player. He plays on a good team and without Arenas until December look for him to score alot. (9-11)
4. Josh Smith- The upside with Smith is huge, you get a great defender who has the skills to score 20ppg. Lets see if his offense catches up to his defense. (18-20)
5. Rudy Gay- Is coming of a terrific sophmore season and should continue to get better. He is making a charge towards the top of this list and will fill numerous stat categories. (29-31)
PF-
1. Dirk Nowitzki- Dirk still remains at the top of this list. He can score at will, grab some boards and will have a good FG%. He's 3-point attempts will decrease but he still a great player. (4-6)
2. Elton Brand- He looks healthy and is ready to have a huge season with the Sixers. Andre Miller will help get him the ball and I expect a big year out of him. (5-7)
3. Kevin Garnett- The top 3 PF's are so strong and are all very close in talent. Garnett comes in a bit behind the other 2 because of the team he plays on, still a very steady fantasy threat. (5-7)
4. Chris Bosh- He is a great shooter with a very high FG%. He lacks the big time rebounds but should get some help in the paint with Jermaine O'neal heading north of the border. (12-14)
5. Carlos Boozer- I love Boozer, I think he is a great athlete and an all around superb player. He plays for a good team and will continue to put up big numbers (20ppg 10rpg). (22-24)
C-
1. Amare Stoudamire- The best player at this position by a large measure. He is young and will continue to get better, his FG% is amazing and he is a dynamic player in many ways. (1-4)
2. Marcus Camby- He is coming of a huge season and is now a member of the LAC. This will hurt him a bit, but Camby will contiune to rack up the blocks and the boards. (12-14)
3. Pau Gasol- Once he got traded he really became a top tier player. He will continue to play great ball but if Bynum is healthy Gasol may take a bit of a fantasy hit. (20-23)
4. Tim Duncan- Mr. Consistency has been a fantasy stud for years. When you draft Duncan you know exactly what you are getting and that is a great thing. (20/10 2 blk) (24-26)
5. Dwight Howard- He is a great young player who is just a monster at the fantasy level. His FG% and turnover ratio are terrible but will help you in many other stat categories. (28-30)
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
MVP/CY Young Predictions
The 2008 MLB season comes to a close this week, the race for the MVP and CY Young awards is still up for grabs with no clear cut winner in either league. It will be interesting to see how who comes away with the most votes for each award. Here are my predicitons and opinions for what could happen in October.
With that said, this year’s AL MVP should be the Boston Red Sox’s little man, second basemen Dustin Pedroia. The Red Sox will continue on to the playoffs this year and a lot of that has to do with the emerging play of Mr. Pedroia. The Red Sox have played their best ball this year when Pedroia gets hot at the plate. Pedroia is currently batting .324, has 17 home runs and has scored a league leading 116 runs. He is currently contesting Joe Mauer for the batting title and if won, should easily make him the MVP.
Francisco Rodriguez, Pedroia's biggest competitor will finish his record breaking season as the all time saves leader. K-Rod passed Bobby Thigpen’s save record of 57, a record that had remained intact since 1990. A staggering case can be made that K-Rod truly is the most valuable member of any team this year. For example, he has had a hand in two out of every three Angels wins this year. It is clear that K-Rod has affected more wins than any other player, but it is still difficult to give the MVP to a closer.
The AL Cy Young award should be given to the Cleveland Indians starter Cliff Lee. Lee, not Rodriguez will win the award because the Cy Young should be given to a starter and not a closer. Sure, Eric “HGH” Gagne won it in 2004, but he had to remain perfect throughout the entire year and close down 55 of 55 games while posting a ridiculous 1.20 ERA. Lee has had an amazing year going 22-2 with a 2.41 ERA. He has also done this while pitching for a losing team and bouncing back from a 5-8 season with a 6.29 ERA. His stats are outstanding and his turnaround story is admirable and together will make him this year’s Cy Young winner.
The races are also very competitive in the NL and may be ever closer than the ones going on in the AL. The winner is difficult to pin point because no one is running away from the competition, making none of the choices a lock for the award. However, there are four key favorites which start with the St. Louis slugger, Albert Pujols. The Cardinals have a winning record, Pujols is having a monster year and he also has played brilliant defense. After posting these types of numbers, it is hard to base his MVP candidacy on his team not making the playoffs. With this said, he is the only Cardinals hitter that deserves his current job for next season.
The Astros slugger, Lance “The Puma” Berkman, the Mets Carlos Delgado, and Ryan “Strikeout King” Howard all had very strong years, but their numbers are not on the same level as Pujols.
The NL Cy Young is also a close race between “Tiny” Tim Lincecum, Brandon Webb and CC “Captain Creampuff” Sabathia. Lincecum is a special kid with great talent who deserves to win this year’s award. However, he will not win twenty games, while Webb already has. Furthermore, the San Francisco Giants play more like a little league team on offense and without Lincecum would have won less than sixty games. Lincecum leads the NL in strikeouts and ERA and overall has had the best statistical season. Webb and Sabathia will give him a run at the award but Lincecum should prevail as this year’s winner.
The race for MVP and Cy Young will remain up for grabs throughout the last week of the season. It will be interesting to see if any of the candidates can step it up and distance themselves from the rest of the pack. This year’s race should be one of the most interesting finishes in recent memory, so sit back and enjoy the ride.
Dan
With that said, this year’s AL MVP should be the Boston Red Sox’s little man, second basemen Dustin Pedroia. The Red Sox will continue on to the playoffs this year and a lot of that has to do with the emerging play of Mr. Pedroia. The Red Sox have played their best ball this year when Pedroia gets hot at the plate. Pedroia is currently batting .324, has 17 home runs and has scored a league leading 116 runs. He is currently contesting Joe Mauer for the batting title and if won, should easily make him the MVP.
Francisco Rodriguez, Pedroia's biggest competitor will finish his record breaking season as the all time saves leader. K-Rod passed Bobby Thigpen’s save record of 57, a record that had remained intact since 1990. A staggering case can be made that K-Rod truly is the most valuable member of any team this year. For example, he has had a hand in two out of every three Angels wins this year. It is clear that K-Rod has affected more wins than any other player, but it is still difficult to give the MVP to a closer.
The AL Cy Young award should be given to the Cleveland Indians starter Cliff Lee. Lee, not Rodriguez will win the award because the Cy Young should be given to a starter and not a closer. Sure, Eric “HGH” Gagne won it in 2004, but he had to remain perfect throughout the entire year and close down 55 of 55 games while posting a ridiculous 1.20 ERA. Lee has had an amazing year going 22-2 with a 2.41 ERA. He has also done this while pitching for a losing team and bouncing back from a 5-8 season with a 6.29 ERA. His stats are outstanding and his turnaround story is admirable and together will make him this year’s Cy Young winner.
The races are also very competitive in the NL and may be ever closer than the ones going on in the AL. The winner is difficult to pin point because no one is running away from the competition, making none of the choices a lock for the award. However, there are four key favorites which start with the St. Louis slugger, Albert Pujols. The Cardinals have a winning record, Pujols is having a monster year and he also has played brilliant defense. After posting these types of numbers, it is hard to base his MVP candidacy on his team not making the playoffs. With this said, he is the only Cardinals hitter that deserves his current job for next season.
The Astros slugger, Lance “The Puma” Berkman, the Mets Carlos Delgado, and Ryan “Strikeout King” Howard all had very strong years, but their numbers are not on the same level as Pujols.
The NL Cy Young is also a close race between “Tiny” Tim Lincecum, Brandon Webb and CC “Captain Creampuff” Sabathia. Lincecum is a special kid with great talent who deserves to win this year’s award. However, he will not win twenty games, while Webb already has. Furthermore, the San Francisco Giants play more like a little league team on offense and without Lincecum would have won less than sixty games. Lincecum leads the NL in strikeouts and ERA and overall has had the best statistical season. Webb and Sabathia will give him a run at the award but Lincecum should prevail as this year’s winner.
The race for MVP and Cy Young will remain up for grabs throughout the last week of the season. It will be interesting to see if any of the candidates can step it up and distance themselves from the rest of the pack. This year’s race should be one of the most interesting finishes in recent memory, so sit back and enjoy the ride.
Dan
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Top 25 Week Six College Football Predictions
I am really excited about this weeks college football games. Conference play is now in full force and there are a couple of powerhouse schools battling one another. So far the college football season has been great with a few interesting upset games as well as numerous potential BCS busters. From the blackout game in Georgia to the Florida disaster in the swamp, no one knows what will happen next. Anyways, here are my predictions for this weeks action.
Clemson at (21)Wake Forest- 10/9 7:30- At the beginning of the season this looked to be a major game for both ACC schools. Now six weeks into the season both teams have struggled and a loss here would further hurt their bowl chances. Wake Forest is coming off a devastating lost at the hands of Navy, where Clemson lost to Maryland two weeks ago. This would be a major conference win for either team. Clemson should bounce back after their bye week and upset Wake Forest at home. Clemson 27-21
(5)Texas at (1)Oklahoma- 10/11 12:00- This is bound to be the most exciting game of the day. You have two schools playing top notch football who are both in the Big-12. I expect to see lots of scoring and strong quarterback play from both Colt McCoy and Sam Bradford. In the end I see Oklahoma escaping with the W as Sooners fans storm the field in a sea of red.
Oklahoma 40-31
Colorado at (16)Kansas- 10/11 12:30- Another strong Big-12 afternoon game where the Buffaloes will take on the Jayhawks. Both teams have played up and down during the first half of the season and Kansas is coming off a major come from behind win against Iowa St. Sure, Colorado beat WVU, but they have been blowout by Florida St. and Texas. Therefore Kansas will come away with the win at home and begin to look ahead to their battle against Oklahoma.
Kansas 31-17
(14)Utah at Wyoming- 10/11 2:00- Utah has been great this year and continue to be a BCS buster during the beginning of the season. If you stayed up last Thursday night, you would have seen a great comeback win against Oregon St. Utah should have no problem on the road against Wyoming and will move to 7-0 on the season. Utah 41-20
(13)Vanderbilt at Miss St- 10/11 2:30- Vanderbilt had a monumental win last weekend against Auburn. Vandy fans were going crazy at home and their team has now started the season undefeated. I don't see them having much trouble with Miss St. this weekend and they should move to 6-0. Vanderbilt 21-10
Nebraska at (7)Texas Tech- 10/11 3:00- The Cornhuskers are coming off a crushing defeat against Missouri and will go up against the same type of team this week. It should be a similar game for Nebraska where they will struggle against the Texas Tech dynamic offense of Graham Harrell and Michael Crabtree. Texas Tech will continue to roll on in the Big-12
Texas Tech 44-21
Purdue at (12)Ohio St- 10/11 3:30- After losing to USC by a substantial measure, Ohio St has fought back and are coming off a major win against Wisconsin. They should not have much trouble against Purdue this week at home. Pryor should continue his development and Beanie Wells looks to be getting healthy. Ohio St. 34-20
Notre Dame at (22)UNC- 10/11 3:30- This is one of the games I am most looking forward to watching this week. For starters I was devastated with the way my Huskies got manhandled last week in Chapel Hill. Both teams are coming off wins and are playing well. Notre Dame Should rise to the occasion and pull off the win on the road. Notre Dame- 27-21
(23)MSU at North Western- 10/11 3:30- Javon Ringer will rebound after a somewhat rough game last week and run wild against the Wildcats. They have been playing great football, but their perfect season will come to an end this week. MSU 31-27
Arizona St at (8)USC- 10/11 3:30- I would love to pick ASU in this game because I feel they have a shot at beating USC on the road. However, USC rebounded extremely well last week against the Ducks and they should continue their dominating play this week. USC 38-24
Tennessee at (10)Georgia- 10/11 3:30- Every year I look forward to this SEC rivalry between the Dawgs and the Volunteers. This year will not be as exciting, Tennessee has struggled on all levels and are not playing their typical football. Georgia will rebound from their lost to Alabama and run the table during the game. Georgia 40-21
New Mexico at (9)BYU- 10/11 6:00- BYU is undefeated and if they don't lose, have a legitimate shot at a BCS bowl or even (don't laugh) a National Championship. They will have no problem with the Lobos at home. BYU 44-17
(6)Penn St at Wisconsin- 10/11 8:00- Penn St has played great football and the Badgers have struggled during the past few weeks. Penn St. is a really good football team, but I'm not convinced their a great football team. Wisconsin will be ready for this game and the crowd will be going wild at home. Wisconsin should win, but it will be very close. Wisconsin 27-24
(17)Oklahoma St at (3) Missouri- 10/11 8:00- Missouri still remains my team to make the National Championship. With Chase Daniel and Jermy Maclin playing NFL caliber ball they will return home from Nebraska ready to roll against the Cowboys. Oklahoma St will give them a run and it will be an exciting game, but the Tigers are too much to handle. Missouri 38-27
(4)LSU at (7)Florida- 10/11 8:00- This is going to be a great game in Gatorville and everyone in college football should be excited about. LSU has played well and have faced some good teams, while Florida lost at home just two weeks ago. I feel that they slipped up slightly in that game and have rebounded as a team. The Gators are ready to play and Tim Tebow should carry his team, in the Swamp to victory. Florida 28-24
Clemson at (21)Wake Forest- 10/9 7:30- At the beginning of the season this looked to be a major game for both ACC schools. Now six weeks into the season both teams have struggled and a loss here would further hurt their bowl chances. Wake Forest is coming off a devastating lost at the hands of Navy, where Clemson lost to Maryland two weeks ago. This would be a major conference win for either team. Clemson should bounce back after their bye week and upset Wake Forest at home. Clemson 27-21
(5)Texas at (1)Oklahoma- 10/11 12:00- This is bound to be the most exciting game of the day. You have two schools playing top notch football who are both in the Big-12. I expect to see lots of scoring and strong quarterback play from both Colt McCoy and Sam Bradford. In the end I see Oklahoma escaping with the W as Sooners fans storm the field in a sea of red.
Oklahoma 40-31
Colorado at (16)Kansas- 10/11 12:30- Another strong Big-12 afternoon game where the Buffaloes will take on the Jayhawks. Both teams have played up and down during the first half of the season and Kansas is coming off a major come from behind win against Iowa St. Sure, Colorado beat WVU, but they have been blowout by Florida St. and Texas. Therefore Kansas will come away with the win at home and begin to look ahead to their battle against Oklahoma.
Kansas 31-17
(14)Utah at Wyoming- 10/11 2:00- Utah has been great this year and continue to be a BCS buster during the beginning of the season. If you stayed up last Thursday night, you would have seen a great comeback win against Oregon St. Utah should have no problem on the road against Wyoming and will move to 7-0 on the season. Utah 41-20
(13)Vanderbilt at Miss St- 10/11 2:30- Vanderbilt had a monumental win last weekend against Auburn. Vandy fans were going crazy at home and their team has now started the season undefeated. I don't see them having much trouble with Miss St. this weekend and they should move to 6-0. Vanderbilt 21-10
Nebraska at (7)Texas Tech- 10/11 3:00- The Cornhuskers are coming off a crushing defeat against Missouri and will go up against the same type of team this week. It should be a similar game for Nebraska where they will struggle against the Texas Tech dynamic offense of Graham Harrell and Michael Crabtree. Texas Tech will continue to roll on in the Big-12
Texas Tech 44-21
Purdue at (12)Ohio St- 10/11 3:30- After losing to USC by a substantial measure, Ohio St has fought back and are coming off a major win against Wisconsin. They should not have much trouble against Purdue this week at home. Pryor should continue his development and Beanie Wells looks to be getting healthy. Ohio St. 34-20
Notre Dame at (22)UNC- 10/11 3:30- This is one of the games I am most looking forward to watching this week. For starters I was devastated with the way my Huskies got manhandled last week in Chapel Hill. Both teams are coming off wins and are playing well. Notre Dame Should rise to the occasion and pull off the win on the road. Notre Dame- 27-21
(23)MSU at North Western- 10/11 3:30- Javon Ringer will rebound after a somewhat rough game last week and run wild against the Wildcats. They have been playing great football, but their perfect season will come to an end this week. MSU 31-27
Arizona St at (8)USC- 10/11 3:30- I would love to pick ASU in this game because I feel they have a shot at beating USC on the road. However, USC rebounded extremely well last week against the Ducks and they should continue their dominating play this week. USC 38-24
Tennessee at (10)Georgia- 10/11 3:30- Every year I look forward to this SEC rivalry between the Dawgs and the Volunteers. This year will not be as exciting, Tennessee has struggled on all levels and are not playing their typical football. Georgia will rebound from their lost to Alabama and run the table during the game. Georgia 40-21
New Mexico at (9)BYU- 10/11 6:00- BYU is undefeated and if they don't lose, have a legitimate shot at a BCS bowl or even (don't laugh) a National Championship. They will have no problem with the Lobos at home. BYU 44-17
(6)Penn St at Wisconsin- 10/11 8:00- Penn St has played great football and the Badgers have struggled during the past few weeks. Penn St. is a really good football team, but I'm not convinced their a great football team. Wisconsin will be ready for this game and the crowd will be going wild at home. Wisconsin should win, but it will be very close. Wisconsin 27-24
(17)Oklahoma St at (3) Missouri- 10/11 8:00- Missouri still remains my team to make the National Championship. With Chase Daniel and Jermy Maclin playing NFL caliber ball they will return home from Nebraska ready to roll against the Cowboys. Oklahoma St will give them a run and it will be an exciting game, but the Tigers are too much to handle. Missouri 38-27
(4)LSU at (7)Florida- 10/11 8:00- This is going to be a great game in Gatorville and everyone in college football should be excited about. LSU has played well and have faced some good teams, while Florida lost at home just two weeks ago. I feel that they slipped up slightly in that game and have rebounded as a team. The Gators are ready to play and Tim Tebow should carry his team, in the Swamp to victory. Florida 28-24
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