Here's my personal idea on a college football playoff, you have the 6 major conference winners and whoever else in the top 16 of the BCS. Giving a home game to the top 8 teams and have them face-off during the week of Dec. 15, having games on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday if need be because of final exams. Then have the 8 team playoff during the week before Jan. 1, then have the Final Four on the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd then play a week later. Heres what it will look like...
BYU would be out of it because Virgina Tech jumps them because they won their conference despite being out of the top 16.
16. Virgina Tech at 1. Oklahoma- This would be a battle of pretty solid defense facing a great offense and it will probably result in a Sooner victory as they would likely dominate down the stretch. Oklahoma advances
9. Boise State at 8. Penn State- The Broncos would get to show if they were legit to play in the bowls as they face the tough crowd in Happy Valley. In my opinion, Daryll Clark would be too much for Boise State. Penn St. advances
12. Cincinnati at 5. USC- This would really prove if the Bearcats were for real but they would have to travel to the Coliseum which has proven unforgiving so many times. USC advances.
13. Oklahoma State at 4. Alabama- The Tide would definitely be after revenge and the Cowboys proved they could stop nobody on defense. This game in my opinion would get ugly. Bama advances.
11. TCU at 6. Utah- A rematch of early this year and it was a close battle. This would also probably put the Mountain West on the map because one of these team advances to play one of the big guns. TCU advances.
14. Georgia Tech at 3. Texas- Good matchup, it would be interesting to see how Paul Johnson matches up against the Longhorns. I think you would have a good battle but by the end of the game, the Longhorns would advance.
10. Ohio State at 7. Texas Tech- Another great game could the Buckeyes stop the Red Raiders arsenal? Would the Red Raiders have an answer for Terrelle Pryor, what about Crabtree versus Michael Jenkins. Red Raiders advance.
15. Georgia vs. 2. Florida- The cocktail party part deux but now its in the Swamp instead of a neutral location. These two also have no lost between each other so there would be no lost between each teams but in the end the Gators would get it done again. Florida.
So I only picked one upset but I am sure there would be more because the nature of the game. Now on to the round of 8....
1. Oklahoma vs. 8. Penn State-Cotton Bowl- Giving the Sooners the location advantage, you would have a great matchup featuring two conference winners and a complete slugfest. I will take OU offense, barely though. Oklahoma advances.
4. Alabama vs. 5. USC-Georgia Dome- The Trojans would have to travel across the Mississippi but no one gets up for big games like Pete Carroll's teams do. I think the Trojans defense is a bit better than Bama's. A close defensive battle with the Trojans winning. USC advances.
11. TCU vs. 3. Texas-San Diego- A battle for Texas and a chance for the mid-majors to show their worth. Horned Frogs defense couldnt stop Oklahoma and they sure as hell cant stop Texas as they advance.
7. Texas Tech vs. 2. Florida-Orlando- This game would have so much hype around it because of the two offenses at hand but at the end of the day, its Florida defense that would take them to victory in this one.
Final Four...
1. Oklahoma vs. 5. USC-Sugar Bowl- You have to keep the Trojans away from Pasadena unless they were the overall number one seed so they find themselves in New Orleans for this one. I think this would be down to the wire with the Taylor Mays picking Bradford off in the end zone to seal it.
2. Florida vs. 3. Texas-Rose Bowl- Another game where you would see ratings throughout the roof and the Longhorns go back to Pasadena where they have been very successful throughout the years but Tebow exposes their weak defense in a victory.
2. Florida vs. 5. USC-BCS Nat'l Championship- What a game this would be. The Gators get the advantage playing in the state of Florida. You also get a road-weary Trojans teams traveling to the South for the third straight weekend. This game would be a classic with Tebow running in a touchdown with .03 left on the clock for a Florida win.
One can only dream.
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Monday, December 8, 2008
Big Time Bowl Breakdown
There wont be any predictions made on this post, we shall wait until the week of everything and there are rumors of a live blog on 1st of January but we shall see about that one. Also following this post will be how a 16 team playoff would look like it (we can only dream).
BCS Bowls:
Oklahoma vs. Florida-BCS National Championship Game: This game will be everything and then some. Tim Tebow is my Heisman once again, he has willed his team to victory and whether you love/hate Florida, Tebow is something else. The guy is a class act and a motivational leader for young kids. Oklahoma offense has yet to be figured out and Sam Bradford is a close second in the Heisman. As much as Texas deserves it, this game will be just as good.
Penn State vs. USC-Rose Bowl- I will be glued to my TV for this one because I think the Nittany Lions have enough offense to keep up with USC defense and I hope that Penn State keeps it close for the sake of the Big 10.
Alabama vs. Utah-Sugar Bowl- For the Mid-Major sake, they better hope that the Utes can keep this one close, they havent seen a team like the Crimson Tide on the offensive and defensive sides of the football. They need a huge performance out of Brian Johnson and the defense in general.
Ohio State vs. Texas-Fiesta Bowl- Yes we all know that Ohio State has been the bridesmaids for the last couple of years but I really think this is going to be a close battle with the Longhorns having little defense plus they really havent seen a quarterback like Terrelle Pryor all season.
Virgina Tech vs. Cincinnati-Orange Bowl- I think this one will be better than people expect. The Hokies could give us a preview of how good they are going to be in the next couple years and the Bearcats could prove why they could be a mainstay in the BCS for many years if Brian Kelly stay like he says he will.
Other Interesting Games
Georgia vs. Michigan State-Capital One Bowl- Usually a good game and it features two great running backs in Javon Ringer and Knowshawn Moreno. It will be interesting to see if the Dawgs have solved their defense problems.
Boise State vs. TCU-Poinsettia Bowl- I will be watching this one in a battle of great mid-major teams going at it. TCU has already played spoiler this year and you wonder if the Horned Frog defense can go play for play with the great Bronco offense.
Oregon vs. Oklahoma State-Holiday Bowl- This game could break the scoreboard and the Holiday Bowl has had some classics in the past. Also this might be Mike Bellotti best coaching job of his career as he has finally found a soild quarterback.
Ole Miss vs. Texas Tech-Cotton Bowl- The Red Raiders should be playing in the BCS but oh well, this should be a great game. Houston Nutt tends to take it up on notch when he is an underdog and he will have to figure out an answer for Graham Harrell-Michael Crabtree.
Happy Bowl Season.
-Charlie.
BCS Bowls:
Oklahoma vs. Florida-BCS National Championship Game: This game will be everything and then some. Tim Tebow is my Heisman once again, he has willed his team to victory and whether you love/hate Florida, Tebow is something else. The guy is a class act and a motivational leader for young kids. Oklahoma offense has yet to be figured out and Sam Bradford is a close second in the Heisman. As much as Texas deserves it, this game will be just as good.
Penn State vs. USC-Rose Bowl- I will be glued to my TV for this one because I think the Nittany Lions have enough offense to keep up with USC defense and I hope that Penn State keeps it close for the sake of the Big 10.
Alabama vs. Utah-Sugar Bowl- For the Mid-Major sake, they better hope that the Utes can keep this one close, they havent seen a team like the Crimson Tide on the offensive and defensive sides of the football. They need a huge performance out of Brian Johnson and the defense in general.
Ohio State vs. Texas-Fiesta Bowl- Yes we all know that Ohio State has been the bridesmaids for the last couple of years but I really think this is going to be a close battle with the Longhorns having little defense plus they really havent seen a quarterback like Terrelle Pryor all season.
Virgina Tech vs. Cincinnati-Orange Bowl- I think this one will be better than people expect. The Hokies could give us a preview of how good they are going to be in the next couple years and the Bearcats could prove why they could be a mainstay in the BCS for many years if Brian Kelly stay like he says he will.
Other Interesting Games
Georgia vs. Michigan State-Capital One Bowl- Usually a good game and it features two great running backs in Javon Ringer and Knowshawn Moreno. It will be interesting to see if the Dawgs have solved their defense problems.
Boise State vs. TCU-Poinsettia Bowl- I will be watching this one in a battle of great mid-major teams going at it. TCU has already played spoiler this year and you wonder if the Horned Frog defense can go play for play with the great Bronco offense.
Oregon vs. Oklahoma State-Holiday Bowl- This game could break the scoreboard and the Holiday Bowl has had some classics in the past. Also this might be Mike Bellotti best coaching job of his career as he has finally found a soild quarterback.
Ole Miss vs. Texas Tech-Cotton Bowl- The Red Raiders should be playing in the BCS but oh well, this should be a great game. Houston Nutt tends to take it up on notch when he is an underdog and he will have to figure out an answer for Graham Harrell-Michael Crabtree.
Happy Bowl Season.
-Charlie.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
NCAA College Basketball Weekend Watch
The weekend picks will consist of big games until the conference season at the beginning of Janaury because there would be so many picks that would say the same damn thing about a team getting blown out so here we go...
4. Duke at Michigan- a rematch of the 2k Classic Final this year where Duke shot out of the 1-3-1 zone and they are starting to show how good they really are after destroying the Boliermakers, I think they shouldnt have much trouble with the Wolverines today. DUKE 81-69
5. Gonzaga vs. Indiana- I know this going to be a blowout but I just want to make sure to rub in itno the Snake face. The Hoosiers will get curbstomped by the Zags as they will be too big and physical for the Tanned One's bunch. ZAGS 85-66
7. Notre Dame vs. Ohio State- Another good game that we are blessed with watching on ESPNU. The Buckeyes proved me wrong when they beat up the Hurricanes earlier this week and B.J. Mullins gets the advantage of not playing Haragody but the Buckeyes need to find a way to stop Kyle McAlernary get his shot off tonight. Close game but the Irish pull it out late. ND 72-71
19. Arizona State vs. Nebraska- Being played on Sunday but a pretty good game if you ask me as the Cornhuskers have yet to lose and always seem to be a thorn in one team's side during the year. They have beat a couple decent teams this year but they probably will be no match for James Harden inside. ASU 71-63
21. Florida at Florida State- Well the football matchup last weekend didnt go in the way for the Noles but this one might. They did lost to Northwestern on the road so its unknown how good they are but the Noles play great at home. Gators pull away late. UF 75-66
22. Miami (FL) at Kentucky- Good battle between two teams that could use a win. The Wildcats have been picking up momentum and this could show if they could be a difference maker in the SEC. The Canes look bad without Jack McClinton after he was ejected but he's playing so they should win, I think it will be a back-forth battle though. MIA 66-62
Enjoy the weekend.
-Charlie.
4. Duke at Michigan- a rematch of the 2k Classic Final this year where Duke shot out of the 1-3-1 zone and they are starting to show how good they really are after destroying the Boliermakers, I think they shouldnt have much trouble with the Wolverines today. DUKE 81-69
5. Gonzaga vs. Indiana- I know this going to be a blowout but I just want to make sure to rub in itno the Snake face. The Hoosiers will get curbstomped by the Zags as they will be too big and physical for the Tanned One's bunch. ZAGS 85-66
7. Notre Dame vs. Ohio State- Another good game that we are blessed with watching on ESPNU. The Buckeyes proved me wrong when they beat up the Hurricanes earlier this week and B.J. Mullins gets the advantage of not playing Haragody but the Buckeyes need to find a way to stop Kyle McAlernary get his shot off tonight. Close game but the Irish pull it out late. ND 72-71
19. Arizona State vs. Nebraska- Being played on Sunday but a pretty good game if you ask me as the Cornhuskers have yet to lose and always seem to be a thorn in one team's side during the year. They have beat a couple decent teams this year but they probably will be no match for James Harden inside. ASU 71-63
21. Florida at Florida State- Well the football matchup last weekend didnt go in the way for the Noles but this one might. They did lost to Northwestern on the road so its unknown how good they are but the Noles play great at home. Gators pull away late. UF 75-66
22. Miami (FL) at Kentucky- Good battle between two teams that could use a win. The Wildcats have been picking up momentum and this could show if they could be a difference maker in the SEC. The Canes look bad without Jack McClinton after he was ejected but he's playing so they should win, I think it will be a back-forth battle though. MIA 66-62
Enjoy the weekend.
-Charlie.
Championship Week Picks
Sorry about missing the MAC championship game last night, I was out of the office all afternoon and had no real time to get it posted. I would of predicted a close Ball State win but I would never expected Buffalo to run them out of Ford Field, Turner Gill should be a favorite on Washington, Syracuse, Auburn, and Mississippi State list because he took a Buffalo team who have never been good, and built them in a MAC champion in under three years.
ACC Championship
17. Boston College vs. 25. Virigina Tech- We can finally decide who wins the crazed ACC and I think the biggest thing will be Tyrod Taylor versus the Boston College LB crew. If Taylor runs wild all day, it will be a long one for the Eagles but I think their defense is really good, which will show today. BC 27-17
SEC Championship
1. Alabama vs. 4. Florida- Here we go. This is the showdown today that we are all waiting for. Anyone who I have talked has been anticipating this matchup. I think its a straight toss-up, one hand you have the most explosive offense in the nation and pretty solid defense. On the other hand, you have an NFL-ready offensive line and a good defense. I will take the O-Line power, but just barely if this isnt a classic, I will be pissed. BAMA 31-28
Big 12 Championship
2. Oklahoma vs. 20. Missouri- A rematch of last year game and it doesnt look like it will be much different this year. The only way it will be if Dainel can keep up with Bradford step for step but that hasnt happen this year when the Tigers play Big 12 South teams so dont expect tonight. OKLA 52-41
Other Games today...
5. USC at UCLA- Both teams are wearing their home colors and both playing with two timeouts. I think its pretty classy of Neuheisel to give up two of his timeouts too. I dont think it will matter much because the Bruins offense is weak and well USC defense is unreal. As Lendale White said... USC 45-7
13. Cincinnati at Hawaii- Most times that Hawaii trip is just for shits and giggles when you dont make a bowl game but the Bearcats are playing in a BCS bowl. They should be able to win this one against the Rainbow Warriors. CINCY 35-17
23. Pittsburgh at Connecticut- The game going on right now but its no score, I think you will see the Panthers be able to take control of the game with LeSean McCoy and they should win. PITT 24-6
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Others to Watch..
East Carolina vs. Tulsa
Arizona State at Arizona
South Florida at West Virginia
-Charlie.
ACC Championship
17. Boston College vs. 25. Virigina Tech- We can finally decide who wins the crazed ACC and I think the biggest thing will be Tyrod Taylor versus the Boston College LB crew. If Taylor runs wild all day, it will be a long one for the Eagles but I think their defense is really good, which will show today. BC 27-17
SEC Championship
1. Alabama vs. 4. Florida- Here we go. This is the showdown today that we are all waiting for. Anyone who I have talked has been anticipating this matchup. I think its a straight toss-up, one hand you have the most explosive offense in the nation and pretty solid defense. On the other hand, you have an NFL-ready offensive line and a good defense. I will take the O-Line power, but just barely if this isnt a classic, I will be pissed. BAMA 31-28
Big 12 Championship
2. Oklahoma vs. 20. Missouri- A rematch of last year game and it doesnt look like it will be much different this year. The only way it will be if Dainel can keep up with Bradford step for step but that hasnt happen this year when the Tigers play Big 12 South teams so dont expect tonight. OKLA 52-41
Other Games today...
5. USC at UCLA- Both teams are wearing their home colors and both playing with two timeouts. I think its pretty classy of Neuheisel to give up two of his timeouts too. I dont think it will matter much because the Bruins offense is weak and well USC defense is unreal. As Lendale White said... USC 45-7
13. Cincinnati at Hawaii- Most times that Hawaii trip is just for shits and giggles when you dont make a bowl game but the Bearcats are playing in a BCS bowl. They should be able to win this one against the Rainbow Warriors. CINCY 35-17
23. Pittsburgh at Connecticut- The game going on right now but its no score, I think you will see the Panthers be able to take control of the game with LeSean McCoy and they should win. PITT 24-6
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Others to Watch..
East Carolina vs. Tulsa
Arizona State at Arizona
South Florida at West Virginia
-Charlie.
Friday, December 5, 2008
Graham Harrell- "Good Chance Leach Leaves" UPDATE
Not a great comment if you are a Texas Tech fan.
The starting quarterback of the Red Raiders said that there is a "great chance" that head coach Mike Leach leaves from Texas Tech. Argh. First off I do not know why Harrell is saying this when they have a bowl game to worry about and its a pretty demoralizing statement to send to the fans of the Red Raiders. Because if Leach doesnt come back, likely no more Michael Crabtree and no more explosive run/gun offense.
Harrell does make a good point about how he works the best with the talent he has because Texas and Oklahoma usually get to the players before Leach. Harrell further explained how Leach would be that much better if he had first crack at recruits.
He is favored to get the Auburn job if he wants it but he is still playing second fiddle in Alabama to Nick Saban so I dont understand why he would want to change, the only real reason is his wallet gets alot fatter. Leach already withdrew his name from the Washington job (said to be going to USC coordinator Steve Sarkasian) but I believe he will be the head coach at Auburn.
They are now rumoring that the Red Raiders offered Leach 5 years 12 million which is a nice raise to say the least.
-Charlie.
The starting quarterback of the Red Raiders said that there is a "great chance" that head coach Mike Leach leaves from Texas Tech. Argh. First off I do not know why Harrell is saying this when they have a bowl game to worry about and its a pretty demoralizing statement to send to the fans of the Red Raiders. Because if Leach doesnt come back, likely no more Michael Crabtree and no more explosive run/gun offense.
Harrell does make a good point about how he works the best with the talent he has because Texas and Oklahoma usually get to the players before Leach. Harrell further explained how Leach would be that much better if he had first crack at recruits.
He is favored to get the Auburn job if he wants it but he is still playing second fiddle in Alabama to Nick Saban so I dont understand why he would want to change, the only real reason is his wallet gets alot fatter. Leach already withdrew his name from the Washington job (said to be going to USC coordinator Steve Sarkasian) but I believe he will be the head coach at Auburn.
They are now rumoring that the Red Raiders offered Leach 5 years 12 million which is a nice raise to say the least.
-Charlie.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
NFL Picks Week 14: Dont Worry I'm Not Suspended
Well here we go with the home stretch, some teams still in it others are just hoping to slide in the top 10 on draft day. Here we go.
Oakland (3-9) at San Diego (4-8)- If you are not watching this game, raise your hand! I will be enjoying the Office, 30 Rock, and Always Sunny in Philadelphia. I will cheer for Pratt's Raiders in hopes that Norv Turner gets the axe, and never is a head coach again. OAK 20-16
Jacksonville (4-8) at Chicago (6-6)- I am somewhat surprised Jack Del Rio hasnt been mentioned about being on the hotseat. People expected big things out of Del Rio this year and it didnt happen. Now they travel to a cold Chicago which will be freezing trust me and will result in another defeat. CHI 24-3
Minnesota (7-5) at Detroit (0-12)- Nothing can go right for the fans of Michigan teams as they saw the Spartans get blown out by 35 in Ford Field something they are used to seeing in that stadium. BUT, Sunday will be your day Detroit as you will win your first game in a stunning upset, why? Because this is classic Minnesota fashion. DET 24-21
Houston (5-7) at Green Bay (5-7)- I find it crazy that the Pack has the same record as Houston and I think it would be 7-5 if McCarthy knew how to manage a game under two minutes. No matter, this is the annual "Shit this is why I dont play for Green Bay and live in the South." GB 31-14
Cleveland (4-8) at Tennessee (11-1)- The Browns are down to their third string quarterback, Romeo Crennel is heading out soon, and they play the Titans who are tied for the best record in football, the Titans will be able to clinch the AFC South title. TEN 34-17
Cincinnati (1-10-1) at Indianapolis (8-4)- Well I am guessing the Bengals hope they can keep it within twenty points which seems doubtful as the Colts have been playing good football as of late. IND 38-10
Atlanta (8-4) at New Orleans (6-6)- A critical NFC South battle which the Saints need a win to keep their head above water in the playoff chase but I think the Falcons should be able to control game with their running game. Expect a shootout though. ATL 35-31
Philadelphia (6-5-1) at New York Giants (11-1)- The Giants have had some serious distractions all week with the Burress Saga and the Eagles showed some life after Donovan McNabb had one of his best games of the year. I think the distractions get to the Giants and the Eagles pull it out on an Akers field goal. PHI 16-13
Kansas City (2-10) at Denver (7-5)- The Chiefs won a game! And Denver continues to prove my point about being utterly inconsistent. Peyton Hills is starting to come on as a running back and the Broncos still banged up get a close victory. DEN 31-21
Miami (7-5) at Buffalo (6-6)- The Bills choked away a chance after losing to the Niners in cold Ralph Wilson Stadium and now they are playing in Toronto this week where I will take the Phins despite the cold, bc Trent Edwards is a game-time decision and other problems. MIA 28-17
New York Jets (8-4) at San Francisco (4-8)- I should have went back into my picks and changed my mind on the Jets pick because I could see the letdown coming from a mile away. Now they play in San Fran which is Brett Favre's second home, should be another successful one for Brett. NYJ 24-10
New England (7-5) at Seattle (2-10)- CBS has a ton of late games for not having a doubleheader first off and we have Deion Branch playing against his old club which really wont make a difference plus Mr. Hoodie is just going to blitz the hell out of them NE 27-13
St. Louis (2-10) at Arizona (7-5)- This is now the fourth straight week that the Cards have had a chance to clinch to the divison and finally the 33 years of waiting will be over as they play the hapless Rams. ARZ 34-9
Dallas (8-4) at Pittsburgh (9-3)- I cant begin to tell you my frustrations of seeing the Steelers every weekend, they are not worth that publicity. A classic matchup but I do not see this one being close, Dallas has no running game if Barber out and the game will be a cold one, I dont like the looks of it for Dallas. PIT 31-17
Washington (8-4) at Baltimore (8-4)- This was a good selection of the SNF matchup and I think the Ravens will prevail in a tight battle because their defense/Joe Flacco have been really strong of late. BALT 17-13
Tampa Bay (9-3) at Carolina (9-3)- No matter what happens in this game, both teams are likely headed to the playoffs but I think the Panthers have more tools to get them by the tough Tampa defense. CAR 28-20
Enjoy the week.
-Charlie.
Oakland (3-9) at San Diego (4-8)- If you are not watching this game, raise your hand! I will be enjoying the Office, 30 Rock, and Always Sunny in Philadelphia. I will cheer for Pratt's Raiders in hopes that Norv Turner gets the axe, and never is a head coach again. OAK 20-16
Jacksonville (4-8) at Chicago (6-6)- I am somewhat surprised Jack Del Rio hasnt been mentioned about being on the hotseat. People expected big things out of Del Rio this year and it didnt happen. Now they travel to a cold Chicago which will be freezing trust me and will result in another defeat. CHI 24-3
Minnesota (7-5) at Detroit (0-12)- Nothing can go right for the fans of Michigan teams as they saw the Spartans get blown out by 35 in Ford Field something they are used to seeing in that stadium. BUT, Sunday will be your day Detroit as you will win your first game in a stunning upset, why? Because this is classic Minnesota fashion. DET 24-21
Houston (5-7) at Green Bay (5-7)- I find it crazy that the Pack has the same record as Houston and I think it would be 7-5 if McCarthy knew how to manage a game under two minutes. No matter, this is the annual "Shit this is why I dont play for Green Bay and live in the South." GB 31-14
Cleveland (4-8) at Tennessee (11-1)- The Browns are down to their third string quarterback, Romeo Crennel is heading out soon, and they play the Titans who are tied for the best record in football, the Titans will be able to clinch the AFC South title. TEN 34-17
Cincinnati (1-10-1) at Indianapolis (8-4)- Well I am guessing the Bengals hope they can keep it within twenty points which seems doubtful as the Colts have been playing good football as of late. IND 38-10
Atlanta (8-4) at New Orleans (6-6)- A critical NFC South battle which the Saints need a win to keep their head above water in the playoff chase but I think the Falcons should be able to control game with their running game. Expect a shootout though. ATL 35-31
Philadelphia (6-5-1) at New York Giants (11-1)- The Giants have had some serious distractions all week with the Burress Saga and the Eagles showed some life after Donovan McNabb had one of his best games of the year. I think the distractions get to the Giants and the Eagles pull it out on an Akers field goal. PHI 16-13
Kansas City (2-10) at Denver (7-5)- The Chiefs won a game! And Denver continues to prove my point about being utterly inconsistent. Peyton Hills is starting to come on as a running back and the Broncos still banged up get a close victory. DEN 31-21
Miami (7-5) at Buffalo (6-6)- The Bills choked away a chance after losing to the Niners in cold Ralph Wilson Stadium and now they are playing in Toronto this week where I will take the Phins despite the cold, bc Trent Edwards is a game-time decision and other problems. MIA 28-17
New York Jets (8-4) at San Francisco (4-8)- I should have went back into my picks and changed my mind on the Jets pick because I could see the letdown coming from a mile away. Now they play in San Fran which is Brett Favre's second home, should be another successful one for Brett. NYJ 24-10
New England (7-5) at Seattle (2-10)- CBS has a ton of late games for not having a doubleheader first off and we have Deion Branch playing against his old club which really wont make a difference plus Mr. Hoodie is just going to blitz the hell out of them NE 27-13
St. Louis (2-10) at Arizona (7-5)- This is now the fourth straight week that the Cards have had a chance to clinch to the divison and finally the 33 years of waiting will be over as they play the hapless Rams. ARZ 34-9
Dallas (8-4) at Pittsburgh (9-3)- I cant begin to tell you my frustrations of seeing the Steelers every weekend, they are not worth that publicity. A classic matchup but I do not see this one being close, Dallas has no running game if Barber out and the game will be a cold one, I dont like the looks of it for Dallas. PIT 31-17
Washington (8-4) at Baltimore (8-4)- This was a good selection of the SNF matchup and I think the Ravens will prevail in a tight battle because their defense/Joe Flacco have been really strong of late. BALT 17-13
Tampa Bay (9-3) at Carolina (9-3)- No matter what happens in this game, both teams are likely headed to the playoffs but I think the Panthers have more tools to get them by the tough Tampa defense. CAR 28-20
Enjoy the week.
-Charlie.
Sam Mitchell Gets Dimissed
The Raptors, a team full with hype at the beginning of the season ousted their head coach, Sam Mitchell after getting their asses kicked in Denver and posting an 8-9 record.
First off I dont like how the NBA is becoming like the NHL as they fire coaches at random throughout the season. Mitchell firing makes sense somewhat but here's the deal, you have a team who has big talent, Chris Bosh, Jermaine O'Neal, and Jose Calderon. Plus the emergence of the #1 pick of three years ago, Andrea Bargnani so its a team that should be around the fourth-sixth seed in the playoffs without question.
I havent watch a single Raptor game all year but from the looks of it, they havent strung together several defeats in a row nor have they several wins. So they are playing like their .500 record shows, whats wrong with that in the beginning of the season? I mean you usually get in the playoffs with a record like that in the NBA Eastern Conference.
Who knows maybe its something a la Ned Yost where the players were not responding to Sam Mitchell therefore a change needed to be made before the season headed down the tubes. In my opinion, that is the most likely scenario and I wouldnt be surprised to see the Raptors in the playoffs come April.
-Charlie.
First off I dont like how the NBA is becoming like the NHL as they fire coaches at random throughout the season. Mitchell firing makes sense somewhat but here's the deal, you have a team who has big talent, Chris Bosh, Jermaine O'Neal, and Jose Calderon. Plus the emergence of the #1 pick of three years ago, Andrea Bargnani so its a team that should be around the fourth-sixth seed in the playoffs without question.
I havent watch a single Raptor game all year but from the looks of it, they havent strung together several defeats in a row nor have they several wins. So they are playing like their .500 record shows, whats wrong with that in the beginning of the season? I mean you usually get in the playoffs with a record like that in the NBA Eastern Conference.
Who knows maybe its something a la Ned Yost where the players were not responding to Sam Mitchell therefore a change needed to be made before the season headed down the tubes. In my opinion, that is the most likely scenario and I wouldnt be surprised to see the Raptors in the playoffs come April.
-Charlie.
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