Well, I went 5-1 last week only losing my upset special. That brings my total to 49-11 (82%). Another brutal loss for my Tigers too. Got Ole Miss this week. Not sure we'll be able to pull this 1 out either. But that's why they play it on the field...
Ole Miss 28 @ Auburn 13 (+4.5)
Don't think we have anything in the tank now. Amazing how poorly we've played after starting the season 5-0. Very, very disappointing.
Florida 33 vs Georgia 20 (+14.5)
Don't see how UGA can beat UF this year. I know the Gators haven't been stellar lately. But, they are much better talent-wise than the Dawgs.
Kentucky 23 vs Miss. St. 16 (+3.5)
Tough road game for MSU. And, it looks like they're catching Kentucky when they've hit their stride. If the 'Dogs don't play well early, it could get away from them.
Ga Tech 31 @ Vandy 17 (+12)
Don't think the 'Dores will have much for the Jackets. Hang in there, Vandy!
LSU 45 vs Tulane 10
Snoozer alert!
Arkansas 40 vs E. Michigan 7 (+38)
Next!
***UPSET SPECIAL***
S. Carolina 24 @ Tennessee 20 (-6)
This is usually a pretty good game. S. Carolina is coming off a very uninspired performance at home against Vandy. And UT is coming off a heartbreaking loss to Bama. Just seems like the 'Cocks will be more focused.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
SEC Week 8 Predictions
Well, that was a heartbreaker last weekend. 1st time AU has lost to UK in my lifetime! Yeah, that was special. Went 4-2 last week bringing my total to 44-10 (81%).
LSU 23 vs Auburn 22 (+8)
Heard a stat yesterday that LSU has never covered the spread at home against an SEC team under Les Miles. They're like 0-16. Anyway, I found that very surprising. And honestly, I fully expect Auburn to return to form on offense this week. I just don't know we'll score enough to pull it off 'cause our defense is atrocious. The good news is that LSU's offense is atrocious too.
Bama 28 vs Tennessee 12 (+15)
Bama is clearly the best team in the nation IMO. But maybe UT will get lucky. :)
Florida 24 @ Miss. St. 23 (+23)
We'll find out a lot about these 2 teams this week. Florida escaped at home last week (with a little help from the refs who've been suspended btw) against Arkansas. And MSU has quietly been winning some ballgames. Last time against a highly-ranked opponent, MSU came up short at the end. Not sure, but UF may be ready to drop their annual contest to a West opponent.
S. Carolina 28 vs Vandy 17 (+13)
This sets up to be the classic letdown game. USC gave all they had at Bama last week but couldn't pull it out at the end. Vandy is reeling and should play pretty loose here. Wouldn't surprise me if this game is tied at the half.
Kentucky 30 vs La Monroe 14 (+15)
Maybe a slow start for UK after the big win at AU. But, I don't see much of a contest here.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
Arkansas 33 @ Ole Miss 27 (-6)
Hard to believe the Rebs are favored in this 1, let alone by 6. The Hogs are tough. They're hitting they're stride and should've beaten the mighty Gators last week in the Swamp. As long as Mallet and their O keep putting up points, I don't believe Ole Miss can keep up with them.
LSU 23 vs Auburn 22 (+8)
Heard a stat yesterday that LSU has never covered the spread at home against an SEC team under Les Miles. They're like 0-16. Anyway, I found that very surprising. And honestly, I fully expect Auburn to return to form on offense this week. I just don't know we'll score enough to pull it off 'cause our defense is atrocious. The good news is that LSU's offense is atrocious too.
Bama 28 vs Tennessee 12 (+15)
Bama is clearly the best team in the nation IMO. But maybe UT will get lucky. :)
Florida 24 @ Miss. St. 23 (+23)
We'll find out a lot about these 2 teams this week. Florida escaped at home last week (with a little help from the refs who've been suspended btw) against Arkansas. And MSU has quietly been winning some ballgames. Last time against a highly-ranked opponent, MSU came up short at the end. Not sure, but UF may be ready to drop their annual contest to a West opponent.
S. Carolina 28 vs Vandy 17 (+13)
This sets up to be the classic letdown game. USC gave all they had at Bama last week but couldn't pull it out at the end. Vandy is reeling and should play pretty loose here. Wouldn't surprise me if this game is tied at the half.
Kentucky 30 vs La Monroe 14 (+15)
Maybe a slow start for UK after the big win at AU. But, I don't see much of a contest here.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
Arkansas 33 @ Ole Miss 27 (-6)
Hard to believe the Rebs are favored in this 1, let alone by 6. The Hogs are tough. They're hitting they're stride and should've beaten the mighty Gators last week in the Swamp. As long as Mallet and their O keep putting up points, I don't believe Ole Miss can keep up with them.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
SEC Week 7 Predictions
Hard to believe we're already at the halfway mark of the college football season. :( And at this point, as always, we have a pretty good idea where everyone stands in the SEC. Bama & UF are the clear-cut leaders this year. While UGA has been a disappointment, AU has been a surprise. And finally, pulling up the rear are our usual contenders, Vandy, MSU & UK. Last week I took a big hit on my predictions going 3-4. In hindsight, I should've went with the Hogs and not bet against Florida. So, that puts my overall total at 40-8 (83%).
Auburn 33 vs Kentucky 13 (+13)
AU should come out this week with a chip on their shoulder. They collectively played about as bad a game 1 team could play. UK is going with a new QB. Should bode well for AU. But, we've been known to make superstars out of 1st-time starters, ie '08 LSU.
Bama 28 vs S. Carolina 10 (+17)
I think Bama covers the spread here. Bama is good enough to make a decent team look terrible, ie Arkansas & Ole Miss.
Florida 31 vs Arkansas 30 (+24.5)
I think this could be a very dangerous game for the Gators. Coming off a big, emotional win on the road. And, the Hogs look like they're hitting their stride right now. It could be way too close for comfort for the home team.
Georgia 27 @ Vandy 23 (+7.5)
Just can't see UGA losing back-to-back on the road to teams with losing records at the time. Plus, Vandy had an inexcusable loss to Army last week. Wow, that is really sad!
Ole Miss 40 vs UAB 14 (+22)
I certainly see the Rebs getting back on track in a big way against the Blazers this week.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
MTSU 27 vs Miss. St. 24 (-4.5)
This should be an interesting game. Wonder if Franklin will put up more than the 3 he hung on the Bulldogs last year? I would certainly think so. It could go either way. But of all the SEC games on the schedule, this seems like the most likely upset.
Auburn 33 vs Kentucky 13 (+13)
AU should come out this week with a chip on their shoulder. They collectively played about as bad a game 1 team could play. UK is going with a new QB. Should bode well for AU. But, we've been known to make superstars out of 1st-time starters, ie '08 LSU.
Bama 28 vs S. Carolina 10 (+17)
I think Bama covers the spread here. Bama is good enough to make a decent team look terrible, ie Arkansas & Ole Miss.
Florida 31 vs Arkansas 30 (+24.5)
I think this could be a very dangerous game for the Gators. Coming off a big, emotional win on the road. And, the Hogs look like they're hitting their stride right now. It could be way too close for comfort for the home team.
Georgia 27 @ Vandy 23 (+7.5)
Just can't see UGA losing back-to-back on the road to teams with losing records at the time. Plus, Vandy had an inexcusable loss to Army last week. Wow, that is really sad!
Ole Miss 40 vs UAB 14 (+22)
I certainly see the Rebs getting back on track in a big way against the Blazers this week.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
MTSU 27 vs Miss. St. 24 (-4.5)
This should be an interesting game. Wonder if Franklin will put up more than the 3 he hung on the Bulldogs last year? I would certainly think so. It could go either way. But of all the SEC games on the schedule, this seems like the most likely upset.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
SEC Week 6 Predictions
Went 6-1 last week bringing my total to 37-4 (90%). UGA was the only team to let me down. Gotta make this 1 short and sweet as well. So, here goes...
Auburn 42 @ Arkansas 31
Shootout!
Bama 38 @ Ole Miss 28
Bama needs to be focused in this 1.
UT 27 vs UGA 24
Both of these teams have a lot to work on. Going with the home team here.
Miss. St. 31 vs Houston 27
Houston is coming off a very disheartening loss to lowly UTEP. They may still be hungover in Starkville.
S. Carolina 30 vs Kentucky 21
Vandy 33 @ Army 24
C'mon Vandy, represent! Don't lose to Army now!
***UPSET SPECIAL***
LSU 27 vs Florida 26
I'm guessing Tebow won't play. And they're on the road in very hostile territory. Plus, even Miles knows how big a win this would be for their program. I think the Gators are ripe for the picking. However, Meyer has had 2 weeks to prepare and I think is the better coach. But somehow, Miles keeps on winning. Should be a very good game.
Auburn 42 @ Arkansas 31
Shootout!
Bama 38 @ Ole Miss 28
Bama needs to be focused in this 1.
UT 27 vs UGA 24
Both of these teams have a lot to work on. Going with the home team here.
Miss. St. 31 vs Houston 27
Houston is coming off a very disheartening loss to lowly UTEP. They may still be hungover in Starkville.
S. Carolina 30 vs Kentucky 21
Vandy 33 @ Army 24
C'mon Vandy, represent! Don't lose to Army now!
***UPSET SPECIAL***
LSU 27 vs Florida 26
I'm guessing Tebow won't play. And they're on the road in very hostile territory. Plus, even Miles knows how big a win this would be for their program. I think the Gators are ripe for the picking. However, Meyer has had 2 weeks to prepare and I think is the better coach. But somehow, Miles keeps on winning. Should be a very good game.
Friday, October 2, 2009
SEC Week 5 Predictions
Got 'em all right again last week. Guess it's feast or famine for me. That puts me at 31-3 (91%). Probably down hill from here as we get into the meat of the SEC schedule this month. Why does college football season go by so quickly every year?! :( We need a JV league in the spring or something. Btw, not much detail this week in my predictions. But from the looks of things, this could be the week for road teams.
Bama 38 @ Kentucky 14
Bama is rollin' baby! 2 cents to Mike Price. :P And, they'll roll over the 'Cats this weekend too.
UGA 33 vs LSU 31
This is a tough one. Should be a barn burner!
Arkansas 30 @ Texas A&M 28
I have no idea about TA&M. But, Arkansas is due. Btw, their schedule is brutal! Bama, TA&M, then Auburn back-to-back-to-back!
Ga Tech 24 @ Miss. St. 20
Got a feeling MSU may be hungover from last week's heartbreaker to LSU.
Ole Miss 23 @ Vandy 19
Watch out here, Ole Mrs.! If the Rebs lose this one, it's all downhill from here.
S. Carolina 50 vs S. Carolina St. 10
Yeah, ok. Next!
***UPSET SPECIAL***
Auburn 27 @ Tennessee 21
At this point, I think Auburn is the better team. But, UT will bring it physically. And, I believe they'll throw some wrinkles in their offense, ie wildcat. But, I don't think they'll have enough O to keep up with Auburn. Still sounds weird saying that. :) The key IMO is Auburn's defense of the UT ground game. If Auburn cannot stop their rushing attack, it may be a long night for the Tigers.
Bama 38 @ Kentucky 14
Bama is rollin' baby! 2 cents to Mike Price. :P And, they'll roll over the 'Cats this weekend too.
UGA 33 vs LSU 31
This is a tough one. Should be a barn burner!
Arkansas 30 @ Texas A&M 28
I have no idea about TA&M. But, Arkansas is due. Btw, their schedule is brutal! Bama, TA&M, then Auburn back-to-back-to-back!
Ga Tech 24 @ Miss. St. 20
Got a feeling MSU may be hungover from last week's heartbreaker to LSU.
Ole Miss 23 @ Vandy 19
Watch out here, Ole Mrs.! If the Rebs lose this one, it's all downhill from here.
S. Carolina 50 vs S. Carolina St. 10
Yeah, ok. Next!
***UPSET SPECIAL***
Auburn 27 @ Tennessee 21
At this point, I think Auburn is the better team. But, UT will bring it physically. And, I believe they'll throw some wrinkles in their offense, ie wildcat. But, I don't think they'll have enough O to keep up with Auburn. Still sounds weird saying that. :) The key IMO is Auburn's defense of the UT ground game. If Auburn cannot stop their rushing attack, it may be a long night for the Tigers.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
SEC Week 4 Predictions
Well, I finally dropped a few last week. The odds finally caught up to me. In retrospect, I should've picked MSU as my upset special. Thought Vandy had more than that. So that puts me at 24-3 (89%). And, we're already to week 4 of this young SEC season. Let's hope it's as entertaining as last week.
Auburn 44 vs Ball State 9 (+33)
AU should have all the starters pulled by the 4th quarter. Heard mentioned the other day that Ball St. may be the 1st team in history to go 12-0, then 0-12 in back-to-back seasons!
Bama 41 vs Arkansas 28 (+17.5)
I can envision Bama getting off to a quick start and looking to blow out the 'Hogs. Then after Arkansas scores a couple times, almost secretly, they're within 10 points. The crowd gets a little restless. Then, Bama punches another 1 in and grabs a turnover to seal it. I don't know really. Maybe not. But it'd be funny if it happened like I said.
LSU 27 @ Miss. St. 17 (+13)
I'd be real tempted to take the points in this 1. I'm not entirely sold on LSU. And MSU surprised me last week handling what I thought was a decent Vandy team on the road. This might actually be a good game.
Florida 45 @ Kentucky 20 (+22)
Tennessee kept UF under control last week. However, I'm pretty certain UT's D is much better than the Cats'. Florida will be looking to get back to true form. And UK looked very unimpressive last week. If they're not careful, the 'Cats could get embarrassed here.
Georgia 35 vs Arizona St. 21 (+12)
Georgia looked pretty darn good last week. They'll host a pesky ASU team. But, the Dawgs should be able to outscore these cross-country Devils.
Tennessee 38 vs Ohio 10 (+23)
Nothing to see here. Carry on...
***UPSET SPECIAL***
S. Carolina 37 vs Ole Miss 30 (-4.5)
We'll now find out how good Ole Miss really is. They're facing an unranked opponent as the #4 team in the nation and are only 4.5 point favorites. That tells you how much America disagrees with the popularity polls. I fully expect Spurrier to find some weaknesses in the Reb's defense. Not sure if they'll be able to keep up with Ole Miss on the scoreboard. But with Spurrier, there's always a good chance.
Auburn 44 vs Ball State 9 (+33)
AU should have all the starters pulled by the 4th quarter. Heard mentioned the other day that Ball St. may be the 1st team in history to go 12-0, then 0-12 in back-to-back seasons!
Bama 41 vs Arkansas 28 (+17.5)
I can envision Bama getting off to a quick start and looking to blow out the 'Hogs. Then after Arkansas scores a couple times, almost secretly, they're within 10 points. The crowd gets a little restless. Then, Bama punches another 1 in and grabs a turnover to seal it. I don't know really. Maybe not. But it'd be funny if it happened like I said.
LSU 27 @ Miss. St. 17 (+13)
I'd be real tempted to take the points in this 1. I'm not entirely sold on LSU. And MSU surprised me last week handling what I thought was a decent Vandy team on the road. This might actually be a good game.
Florida 45 @ Kentucky 20 (+22)
Tennessee kept UF under control last week. However, I'm pretty certain UT's D is much better than the Cats'. Florida will be looking to get back to true form. And UK looked very unimpressive last week. If they're not careful, the 'Cats could get embarrassed here.
Georgia 35 vs Arizona St. 21 (+12)
Georgia looked pretty darn good last week. They'll host a pesky ASU team. But, the Dawgs should be able to outscore these cross-country Devils.
Tennessee 38 vs Ohio 10 (+23)
Nothing to see here. Carry on...
***UPSET SPECIAL***
S. Carolina 37 vs Ole Miss 30 (-4.5)
We'll now find out how good Ole Miss really is. They're facing an unranked opponent as the #4 team in the nation and are only 4.5 point favorites. That tells you how much America disagrees with the popularity polls. I fully expect Spurrier to find some weaknesses in the Reb's defense. Not sure if they'll be able to keep up with Ole Miss on the scoreboard. But with Spurrier, there's always a good chance.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
SEC Week 3 Predictions
Well, I got 'em all right last week too. Can't recall that ever happening before. Oh, and Auburn's 2-0! Can't recall...j/k. But, it's been 3 years! Anyway, hope the trend continues this week, at least for the Tigers. War Eagle!
Bama 41 vs N. Texas 10 (+38)
The Mean Green will not intimidate the Tide whatsoever. Will we get to see another Saban tantrum? I hope so. *giggles*
Florida 99 vs Tennessee 3 (+30)
Yeah, exaggerated a little on the score. But, I see this being a blowout of epic proportions. When you couple the degrading comments Kiffin made in the preseason about UF's recruiting tactics with Urban's gargantuan ego, and you've got revenge of the highest order about to unfold. If you think Spurrier used to run up the score, wait 'til you see this!
Arkansas 31 vs Georgia 27 (+1.5)
Not sure what happened to UGA's D last week. However, Spurrier has a habit of finding your weakness, over and over. I have a lot of respect for Petrino, the coach. I think he's Spurrier reincarnated. ;) And with this UGA team, I wouldn't be surprised if it's a wider margin of victory for the Hawgs.
Kentucky 33 vs Louisville 14 (+14)
Wow, look how far the Cards have fallen since Petrino left! An embarrassing loss to their in-state rival may put the cap on UL's coaching tenure. Wonder if Tuberville would be interested in this job? Talk about irony!
Vanderbilt 28 vs Miss. St. 20 (+9)
Vandy should continue to impress with these limping Dawgs coming to town this week. The 'Dores actually have a decent offense. MSU's is not there yet.
Ole Miss 55 vs SE Louisiana 7 (N/A)
Ok. So, I picked this game last week. Still the same story: look for the Rebs to work out a few kinks in their offense this week. Nothing to see here. Carry on.
LSU 31 vs UL Lafayette 10 (+27)
Lafayette may have the 2nd best team in Louisiana this year. Unfortunately, as usual, there is a lot of separation between 1 & 2. This could be uncomfortably close for a half. Then, depth should put LSU over the top in the 2nd half.
S. Carolina 27 vs Fla Atlantic 9 (+21)
Steve's 'Cocks may be a bit hungover from last week's loss to UGA. Shouldn't matter much though.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
W. Virginia 34 @ Auburn 33 (-7.5)
Yeah, this was not easy. I certainly wouldn't place a bet on this pick. But of all the games this week, this has the most potential for an upset. I sure hope I'm wrong. If Auburn can't slow down the WVU running game or if Todd has a bad game, I could see this going sour for the Tigers. A lot on the line here for AU. Lots of recruits in town and a nationally televised night game at home. I sure hope this new coaching staff turns the corner in a big way Sat. night. I've just got a feeling, maybe conditioned so the past couple years, that losing a primetime out-of-conference game is likely. I think that which team is able to stop the other's running game, will win. I hope the AU 'D' rises to the occasion! WDE!
Bama 41 vs N. Texas 10 (+38)
The Mean Green will not intimidate the Tide whatsoever. Will we get to see another Saban tantrum? I hope so. *giggles*
Florida 99 vs Tennessee 3 (+30)
Yeah, exaggerated a little on the score. But, I see this being a blowout of epic proportions. When you couple the degrading comments Kiffin made in the preseason about UF's recruiting tactics with Urban's gargantuan ego, and you've got revenge of the highest order about to unfold. If you think Spurrier used to run up the score, wait 'til you see this!
Arkansas 31 vs Georgia 27 (+1.5)
Not sure what happened to UGA's D last week. However, Spurrier has a habit of finding your weakness, over and over. I have a lot of respect for Petrino, the coach. I think he's Spurrier reincarnated. ;) And with this UGA team, I wouldn't be surprised if it's a wider margin of victory for the Hawgs.
Kentucky 33 vs Louisville 14 (+14)
Wow, look how far the Cards have fallen since Petrino left! An embarrassing loss to their in-state rival may put the cap on UL's coaching tenure. Wonder if Tuberville would be interested in this job? Talk about irony!
Vanderbilt 28 vs Miss. St. 20 (+9)
Vandy should continue to impress with these limping Dawgs coming to town this week. The 'Dores actually have a decent offense. MSU's is not there yet.
Ole Miss 55 vs SE Louisiana 7 (N/A)
Ok. So, I picked this game last week. Still the same story: look for the Rebs to work out a few kinks in their offense this week. Nothing to see here. Carry on.
LSU 31 vs UL Lafayette 10 (+27)
Lafayette may have the 2nd best team in Louisiana this year. Unfortunately, as usual, there is a lot of separation between 1 & 2. This could be uncomfortably close for a half. Then, depth should put LSU over the top in the 2nd half.
S. Carolina 27 vs Fla Atlantic 9 (+21)
Steve's 'Cocks may be a bit hungover from last week's loss to UGA. Shouldn't matter much though.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
W. Virginia 34 @ Auburn 33 (-7.5)
Yeah, this was not easy. I certainly wouldn't place a bet on this pick. But of all the games this week, this has the most potential for an upset. I sure hope I'm wrong. If Auburn can't slow down the WVU running game or if Todd has a bad game, I could see this going sour for the Tigers. A lot on the line here for AU. Lots of recruits in town and a nationally televised night game at home. I sure hope this new coaching staff turns the corner in a big way Sat. night. I've just got a feeling, maybe conditioned so the past couple years, that losing a primetime out-of-conference game is likely. I think that which team is able to stop the other's running game, will win. I hope the AU 'D' rises to the occasion! WDE!
Friday, September 11, 2009
SEC Week 2 Predictions
Well, I got off to a good start last week going 12-0 in my picks. I certainly don't expect that to hold up though. Several teams start SEC play this week and we all know how unpredictable the SEC can be. But, here goes...
Auburn 24 vs MSU 14 (+14)
Well the offense certainly looked promising last week. However, I don't expect MSU to drop off so much in the 2nd half. Wouldn't be surprised if it's still tight in the 4th.
Bama 41 vs Florida Int'l 9(+34)
Don't be surprised if Bama doesn't cover the spread here. Not that FIU is any good at all. But, Saban likes to use these games to "teach" his team a lesson. Might as well not even watch this one. It'll resemble Aday.
Georgia 16 vs S. Carolina 13 (+7)
Both teams stumbled out of the gates last week. But, I think it's Georgia who has the most talent of the 2. Maybe not at QB, but UGA should have enough to outlast Spurrier's team at home. Look for UGA to establish the running game and win ugly.
Florida 49 vs Troy 10 (+37)
Man, poor Troy. Maybe we're all wrong. But, this has every reason to be a blowout.
LSU 38 vs Vandy 20 (+14)
Vandy put up some points last week. Maybe they'll do it some more this week. However, I don't see them stopping the LSU running game. Might be a little too tight for a half. But, LSU should be too physical for the 'Dores to hold up.
Ole Miss 55 vs SE Louisiana 7 (N/A)
Look for the Rebs to work out a few kinks in their offense this week. Nothing to see here. Carry on.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
UCLA 24 @ Tennessee 23 (-10)
This might be a lot tighter than many people think. Neuheisel is a decent coach. Jury's still out on the Kiffen gang. Maybe UT is a lot better than I think. They did manhandle a much inferior WKU team last week. But with UF up next on their schedule, I would not be surprised if UCLA caught UT looking ahead.
Auburn 24 vs MSU 14 (+14)
Well the offense certainly looked promising last week. However, I don't expect MSU to drop off so much in the 2nd half. Wouldn't be surprised if it's still tight in the 4th.
Bama 41 vs Florida Int'l 9(+34)
Don't be surprised if Bama doesn't cover the spread here. Not that FIU is any good at all. But, Saban likes to use these games to "teach" his team a lesson. Might as well not even watch this one. It'll resemble Aday.
Georgia 16 vs S. Carolina 13 (+7)
Both teams stumbled out of the gates last week. But, I think it's Georgia who has the most talent of the 2. Maybe not at QB, but UGA should have enough to outlast Spurrier's team at home. Look for UGA to establish the running game and win ugly.
Florida 49 vs Troy 10 (+37)
Man, poor Troy. Maybe we're all wrong. But, this has every reason to be a blowout.
LSU 38 vs Vandy 20 (+14)
Vandy put up some points last week. Maybe they'll do it some more this week. However, I don't see them stopping the LSU running game. Might be a little too tight for a half. But, LSU should be too physical for the 'Dores to hold up.
Ole Miss 55 vs SE Louisiana 7 (N/A)
Look for the Rebs to work out a few kinks in their offense this week. Nothing to see here. Carry on.
***UPSET SPECIAL***
UCLA 24 @ Tennessee 23 (-10)
This might be a lot tighter than many people think. Neuheisel is a decent coach. Jury's still out on the Kiffen gang. Maybe UT is a lot better than I think. They did manhandle a much inferior WKU team last week. But with UF up next on their schedule, I would not be surprised if UCLA caught UT looking ahead.
Friday, September 4, 2009
SEC Week 1 Predictions
Auburn 24 vs La Tech 17 (+13)
If we can't score more than 20 points against La Tech, look for this to be another long season. La Tech is not a bad team. In fact, opening with them is scary. However, a good SEC team should have no problem with these 'Dogs.
Bama 20 vs Va Tech 10 (+6.5)
Yeah, Bama will be ready. Maybe Va Tech will surprise me. But, I'm actually being a bit generous giving them 10 points. Bama's D should not disappoint. Their offense is what will be interesting.
Oklahoma St. 23 vs Georgia 21 (+5)
Tough way to open the season for the pups. UGA lost a ton from last year's offense. On the road, playing against a good team on opening day is a tall order to start the season. I'm thinking UGA will keep it close, but the 'Boys will hold them off.
LSU 27 @ Washington 10 (+17)
Washington, even at home, does not have a lot coming back from a terrible team a year ago. Look for LSU to pull out the stops in this cross-country battle to impress the voters.
Tennessee 31 vs W. Kentucky 6 (+29.5)
This is the early SEC TV game. Yuck!
Florida 55 vs Charleston Southern 7 (N/A)
Okie-Dokie!
Arkansas 42 vs Missouri St. 9 (N/A)
Yawn!
Kentucky 28 vs Miami (OH) 14 (+15)
I have no idea on this one really. Just gotta believe a decent SEC team should win comfortably.
Ole Miss 30 @ Memphis 13 (+16.5)
The 'Rebs will flex their muscle in this one. But don't be fooled. Memphis is not what I consider a powerhouse.
Vandy 27 vs W. Carolina 10 (N/A)
Oh please Vandy. Don't blow this one!
Miss. St. 30 vs Jackson St. 9 (N/A)
Good way for MSU to open their season with a new coaching staff and offensive philosophy.
If we can't score more than 20 points against La Tech, look for this to be another long season. La Tech is not a bad team. In fact, opening with them is scary. However, a good SEC team should have no problem with these 'Dogs.
Bama 20 vs Va Tech 10 (+6.5)
Yeah, Bama will be ready. Maybe Va Tech will surprise me. But, I'm actually being a bit generous giving them 10 points. Bama's D should not disappoint. Their offense is what will be interesting.
Oklahoma St. 23 vs Georgia 21 (+5)
Tough way to open the season for the pups. UGA lost a ton from last year's offense. On the road, playing against a good team on opening day is a tall order to start the season. I'm thinking UGA will keep it close, but the 'Boys will hold them off.
LSU 27 @ Washington 10 (+17)
Washington, even at home, does not have a lot coming back from a terrible team a year ago. Look for LSU to pull out the stops in this cross-country battle to impress the voters.
Tennessee 31 vs W. Kentucky 6 (+29.5)
This is the early SEC TV game. Yuck!
Florida 55 vs Charleston Southern 7 (N/A)
Okie-Dokie!
Arkansas 42 vs Missouri St. 9 (N/A)
Yawn!
Kentucky 28 vs Miami (OH) 14 (+15)
I have no idea on this one really. Just gotta believe a decent SEC team should win comfortably.
Ole Miss 30 @ Memphis 13 (+16.5)
The 'Rebs will flex their muscle in this one. But don't be fooled. Memphis is not what I consider a powerhouse.
Vandy 27 vs W. Carolina 10 (N/A)
Oh please Vandy. Don't blow this one!
Miss. St. 30 vs Jackson St. 9 (N/A)
Good way for MSU to open their season with a new coaching staff and offensive philosophy.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
2009 SEC Standings Predictions
Ok, I know I'm running up to the wire. And, this will probably be a rather lame attemp at kicking off the season with my blog. But, I wanted to at least put down what I believe will be the final standings for the SEC at season's end. So, here goes...
SEC East
Florida 7-1 (lone loss to S. Carolina)
UGA 6-2 (pretty favorable schedule)
UT 4-4 (another favorable schedule)
S. Carolinga 3-5 (very tough schedule)
Kentucky 2-6 (good team, but SEC is just too tough)
Vandy 1-7 (back to norm)
SEC West
Bama 6-2 (Don't see them losing to Ole Miss or LSU)
Ole Miss 5-3 (good team, but not good enough)
LSU 4-4 (Not too high on the Tigers)
AU 4-4 (Improved but still a ways to go)
Ark 3-5 (May beat AU, but schedule is just brutal)
MSU 2-6 (Not believing the Mullen hype yet)
***UPSET SPECIAL***
S. Carolina 21 @ NC State 17 (-5)
Could be wrong here. But, I would hate to play Spurrier to kick off my season. Just ask Mark Richt. He gets them for game #2 every year.
SEC East
Florida 7-1 (lone loss to S. Carolina)
UGA 6-2 (pretty favorable schedule)
UT 4-4 (another favorable schedule)
S. Carolinga 3-5 (very tough schedule)
Kentucky 2-6 (good team, but SEC is just too tough)
Vandy 1-7 (back to norm)
SEC West
Bama 6-2 (Don't see them losing to Ole Miss or LSU)
Ole Miss 5-3 (good team, but not good enough)
LSU 4-4 (Not too high on the Tigers)
AU 4-4 (Improved but still a ways to go)
Ark 3-5 (May beat AU, but schedule is just brutal)
MSU 2-6 (Not believing the Mullen hype yet)
***UPSET SPECIAL***
S. Carolina 21 @ NC State 17 (-5)
Could be wrong here. But, I would hate to play Spurrier to kick off my season. Just ask Mark Richt. He gets them for game #2 every year.
Monday, August 17, 2009
The 2009 College Football Season
Hard to believe the 2009 college football season is merely almost 2 weeks away. Join me as I break down each SEC game on a weekly basis. My preseason prediction for each team's record should be up in a few days. And once the season starts Sept. 3, I'll have my weekly predictions and recaps each week throughout the season. Should be another fun and unpredictable football season for the SEC. Can't wait! WDE!
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