Dropped 1 game last week, LSU/UK. That was a thriller. Unfortunately for Auburn, that may have awakened a sleeping giant. I'm adding a new format to my picks this week noting the favored team in parentheses. With my 1 loss last week, my record is now 46-10 (82.1%).
Alabama 27, Ole Miss 24
Georgia 20, Vanderbilt 17
Tennessee 33, Mississippi State 21
South Carolina 21, North Carolina 15
Auburn 9, Arkansas 7
*Kentucky 43, LSU 37 (3OT)
On to Week 8...
LSU 17 (10.5) vs. Auburn 16
I expect this to be a slobber-knocker. Coach Tuberville is 5-0 against top 5 teams during his career at AU. However, LSU will be playing a late night game in front of their well-inebriated fans. Coming off the heart-breaker to UK, I believe the Bungled Tigers will be extremely focused. This should be another classic games between these 2 SEC West powerhouses.
UT 24 (even) at UAt 20
Phat Phil will bring an explosive offense into Bryant-Denny for this early morning showdown. I just doubt their D will allow them to pull away. This game is usually not high-scoring. But, I wouldn't doubt it if it finishes well into the 30s.
Florida 35 (7) at Kentucky 31
I expect another barn-burner this weekend in Lexington. Man, has this been a great year for Kentucky football! Who would've believed that 5 years ago. I think this is the week the dream meets a little reality. I hope the 'Cats can pull it out. But, I think they may be a bit less focused after their epic win of then-#1 LSU last week. Florida had the week off last week and is ready to get things back on track.
West Virginia 33 (24) vs. Miss. St. 13
MSU's only hope is for its defense and/or special teams to outscore its offense. This could get ugly if their D doesn't keep them in the game.
S. Carolina 23 (13.5) at Vandy 14
Another moral victory for the Commodores. Such high hopes for Vandy to start the season. Alas, they've returned to form with another bowl-less season. Should be a typically close game until the 'Cocks where them down in the 2nd half.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
Ole Miss 27 vs. Arkansas 24 (5)
This is a match of SEC winless teams. If the Rebels don't win this weekend, it's quite possible they may not win 1 SEC game the whole year. I expect the home team to bring their best game after a tough loss to Bama last weekend. If the Ole Miss D can somehow contain the Hogs' running game, that should be enough for their offense to pull this one out.
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