On a Roll

We are on a roll after a 14-2 week last time out...

Panthers 10 @ 24 Steelers  ...Steelers can sleep walk through this one.

Rest to come later  on...

Cowboys @ Cardinals  (did not pick in time, would have taken 'Boys anyway)

Patriots 31 @ 24 Bills   ...Bills push the Pats, but they pull away in 4th Q.

Jets 20 @ 17 Bears     ...Should be a great game with tons of playoff impact.

Ravens 20 @ 27 Browns    ....Here's an upset, Browns have nothing to play for--but are dangerous.

Titans 17 @ 34 Chiefs    ...Titans don't have that much left in the tank.

49ers 24 @ 26 Rams    ...Winner of this game should have inside track to a division title.

Lions 21 @ 20 Dolphins   ...This is a "who cares" game. Lions care more than floundering fish.

Redskins 24 @ 21 Jaguars   ....Another upset. Jags are let down after their loss to the Colts.

Chargers 41 @ 24 Bengals   ...Bolts should keep it rollin.

Texans 24 @ 27 Broncos   ...Another little upset, neither team has much to play for.

Colts 34 @ 20 Raiders     ...Colts gotta keep winning to get into the playoffs.

Giants 23 @ 20 Packers   ...This should be the game of the day, Giants pull a mini upset.

Seahawks 14 @ 26 Buccaneers   ...Weird game, but the Bucs have been more consistent.

Vikings 13 @ 35 Eagles   ...This one won't be close.

Saints 31 @ 38 Falcons   ...Can't wait for this one, could be an NFC Champ. Game preview.

Last Week: 14-2
Season: 145-80

Week 14

49ers 16 @ 24 Chargers    ...Both really need this one to have any hope of making playoffs.

Rest to come later on....

Browns 21 @ 24 Bengals   ...Bengals pull the mini-upset.

Redskins 14 @ 34 Cowboys  ...Redskins are in disarray.

Texans 26 @ 24 Titans  ...Who wants it less?

Jaguars 24 @ 38 Colts   ...Colts need to win or Jags get the division.

Chiefs 21 @ 19 Rams   ...Show-me state showdown, chiefs running game wins it.

Bills 14 @ 23 Dolphins  ...Don't look now but the 'Fins have a shot at a wild card berth.

Eagles 30 @ 24 Giants   ...This game will decide the NFC East.

Lions 10 @ 16 Buccaneers   ...Bucs still alive to sneak into a wild card spot.

Cardinals 13 @ 17 Panthers  ...Panthers gotta win one of these...right?

Saints 20 @ 27 Ravens    ...Must-win for the Ravens, they have been shaky lately.

Falcons 27@ 15 Seahawks   ...Atlanta has been a machine.

Broncos 7 @ 31 Raiders   ...Speaking of a machine, losing machine that is...Broncos lose again.

Jets 13 @ 7 Steelers   ...Upset! Just when you think the Jets are done, they win this one.

Packers 10 @ 24 Patriots  ...Closer than most expect without Rodgers.

Bears 17 @ 9 Vikings   ...You might freeze your rear end off just watching this game.

Last Week: 10-6
Season: 131-78

2010 NFC Pro Bowl Team

Here's the NFC

QB: Aaron Rodgers-Packers, Michael Vick-Eagles, Drew Brees-Saints
HB: Adrian Peterson-Vikings, Steven Jackson-Rams, LeSean McCoy-Eagles
FB: Mike Sellers-Redskins
WR: Calvin Johnson-Lions, Hakeem Nicks-Giants, Roddy White-Falcons, DeSean Jackson-Eagles
TE: Vernon Davis-49ers, Brandon Pettigrew-Lions
OT: Chad Clifton-Packers, Sam Baker-Falcons, Rodger Saffold-Rams
OG: Steve Hutchinson-Vikings, Jahri Evans-Saints, Alan Faneca-Cardinals
C: Shaun O'Hara-Giants, Jeff Faine-Buccaneers

DE: John Abraham-Falcons, Osi Umenyiora-Giants, Julius Peppers-Bears
DT: Darnell Dockett-Cardinals, Ndamukong Suh-Lions, Kevin Williams-Vikings
OLB: Clay Matthews-Packers, Brian Orakpo-Redskins, DeMarcus Ware-Cowboys
ILB: E.J. Henderson-Vikings, Jonathan Vilma-Saints
CB: Asante Samuel-Eagles, DeAngelo Hall-Redskins, Charles Woodson-Packers
FS: Malcolm Jenkins-Saints, Earl Thomas-Seahawks
SS: LaRon Landry-Redskins, Adrian Wilson-Cardinals

K: David Akers-Eagles
P: Mat McBriar-Cowboys
KR: Devin Hester-Bears
ST: Heath Farwell-Vikings

Snubs: Greg Jennings-Packers, Jared Allen-Vikings, Patrick Willis-49ers, Chris Long-Rams, Broderick Bunkley-Eagles, Miles Austin-Cowboys, Lance Briggs-Bears, Barrett Ruud-Buccaneers, Matt Ryan-Falcons, Ahmad Bradshaw-Giants, Michael Turner-Falcons, Tony Gonzalez-Falcons, Mike Williams-Buccaneers, Josh Sitton-Packers

2010 AFC Pro Bowl Team

Here is my 2010 AFC Pro Bowl Team. Feel free to disagree.

QB: Tom Brady-Patriots, Philip Rivers-Chargers, Peyton Manning-Colts
HB: Arian Foster-Texans, Maurice Jones-Drew-Jaguars, Peyton Hillis-Browns
FB: Vonta Leach-Texans
WR: Dwayne Bowe-Chiefs, Andre Johnson-Texans, Reggie Wayne-Colts, Brandon Lloyd-Broncos
TE: Antonio Gates-Chargers, Dustin Keller-Jets
OT: Joe Thomas-Browns, Ryan Clady-Broncos, Michael Oher-Ravens
OG: Ben Grubbs-Ravens, Kris Dielman-Chargers, Brian Waters-Chiefs
C: Nick Mangold-Jets, Alex Mack-Browns

DE: Dwight Freeney-Colts, Tamba Hali-Chiefs, Jason Babin-Titans
DT: Haloti Ngata-Ravens, Vince Wilfork-Patriots, Terrance Knighton-Jaguars
OLB: Cameron Wake-Dolphins, Terrell Suggs-Ravens, James Harrison-Steelers
ILB: Jerod Mayo-Patriots, Ray Lewis-Ravens
CB: Brandon Flowers-Chiefs, Vontae Davis-Dolphins, Champ Bailey-Broncos
FS: Ed Reed-Ravens, Ryan Clark-Steelers
SS: Troy Polamalu-Steelers, Yeremiah Bell-Dolphins

K-Dan Carpenter-Dolphins
P-Shane Lechler-Raiders
KR-Brandon Tate-Patriots
ST: Eric Smith-Jets

Snubs: Devin McCourty-Patriots, Karlos Dansby-Dolphins, James Farrior-Steelers, Calvin Pace-Jets, Kyle Orton-Broncos, Matt Schaub-Texans, Darren McFadden-Raiders, Jamaal Charles-Chiefs, Anquan Boldin-Ravens, Steve Johnson-Bills,

Stare, Squint, Nod 2 (Round 1)

 Here is an updated Mock Draft. Note: Last draft I considered only underclassmen I thought would enter. This draft has been made to include ALL eligible underclassmen, which most likely won't end up happening with the lockout coming...but alas...

1. Carolina- A.J. Green WR Georgia 6'4 190
-Panthers should trade down if they get #1. Their needs go way beyond a position...or two....or three. Green would be a nice target for Clausen going forward, guy is a stud.

2. Buffalo- Andrew Luck QB Stanford 6'4 235
-The Bills finally get a franchise QB. They have not had stability this quality of a QB since Jim Kelly (sorry Flutie). He could have a Sam Bradford-like effect on this team.

3. Cincinnati- DaQuan Bowers DE Clemson 6'4 280
-The bungles are still the bungles. Bowers would be an elite defensive end, something they have actually never had.

4. Detroit- Patrick Peterson CB LSU 6'1 218
-If Champ Bailey had a clone, it would be this guy. Size, speed, ball-skills. Peterson should be an elite corner in this league.

5. Arizona- Ryan Mallett QB Arkansas 6'7 238
-Why Mallett? I'll give you three reasons. Derek Anderson, Max Hall, John Skelton--those are Arizona's 3 QBs.

6. Denver- Marcel Dareus DE/DT Alabama 6'3 306
-Now that McDaniels is gone they can really try to build a 3-4, by ya know, drafting someone that fits the scheme.

7. San Francisco- Jake Locker QB Washington 6'2 223
-Along with a new coach the Niners will likely need a new QB. Alex Smith has had his chance. Locker was projected by many as the #1 overall pick if he came out last year.

8. Dallas- Nate Solder OT Colorado 6'9 305
-This Cowboy surge makes you wonder was Wade Phillips really that bad? Well, the offensive line is either way, Solder can be a very good LT for years to come.

9. Washington- Julio Jones WR Alabama 6'4 210
-McNabb just got a new contract, so Shanny will want to get him some weapons. Jones has NFL #1 receiver written all over him, he's a physical force that should make an immediate impact.

10. Tennessee- Nick Fairley DT Auburn 6'4 299
-That Titans defense hasn't been the same since losing Haynesworth. Fairley is cut from much of the same mold. It's not often to see Fisher's Titans drafting this high.

11. Minnesota- Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska 6'1 200
-Minnesota has struggled all year against the pass. Antoine Winfield is solid, but aging, and Asher Allen on the other corner? Yikes. Amukamara will start from day one.

12. Houston- Adrian Clayborn DE Iowa 6'3 282
-The Texans largest need is in the secondary--but there's no way they could pass on Clayborn. Overall, he may be the most complete defensive player in this draft, rushing the passer and stuffing the run.

13. Cleveland- Marcus Cannon OL TCU 6'6 350
-The Browns are building a foundation on the line. With Joe Thomas already in place, Cannon (probably the best mauler in the draft) would look great paving the way for Hillis.

14. Seattle- Cameron Newton QB Auburn 6'6 250
-If you recall I had Newton as a 1st rd pick well before Kiper had him on the big board. Why? Vince Young went #3 overall. Newton is bigger, and a better passer. Some GM will be too ga-ga over his athletic ability to pass on him.

15. Miami- Anthony Castanzo OL Boston College 6'7 295
-Jake Long has solidified one side, bringing in Castanzo will give whoever Miami's Quarterback is a great set of tackles to protect himself. His size and athleticism could make him the best overall lineman in the draft.

16. New England (from Oakland)- Akeem Ayers LB UCLA 6'4 252
-Another great defensive player. The Pats got this pick from the Raiders and they would love to add a pass rushing linebacker that can do it all like Ayers. This guy has multiple pro bowls written all over him.

17. Indianapolis- Drake Nevis DT LSU 6'1 290
-Nevis has shown flashes of greatness this season. He's a little undersized, he's probably closer to 280 but the Colts love those undersized players that give them a quickness advantage. Nevis will provide that.

18. San Diego- Allen Bailey DE/DT Miami (FL) 6'4 290
-The Bolts defense has struggled late in the season, especially against the run. Bailey is very versatile and will do a good job against the run. He's an athletic monster that a pro coach can bring the best out of.

19. Tampa Bay- Robert Quinn DE North Carolina 6'4 298
-Quinn did not play all season due to suspension. Had he played he had a chance to be a top 5 pick. As long as he has stayed in shape (will find out at combine) he would be a steal at this pick.

20. NY Giants- Gabe Carimi OL Wisconsin 6'8 320
-The Giants are absolutely loaded on defense. In fact, you can argue that there isn't a team as loaded as the Giants. The only real need is on the O-line. Carimi (winner of the Outland Trophy) is a dominant physical force and will be a great run blocker.

21. St. Louis- Justin Blackmon WR Oklahoma State 6'2 207
-Blackmon has been the best WR in the country this season. The fact that more than half of football fans can't name who St. Louis' #1 WR is makes this a no brainer.

22. Jacksonville- Leonard Hankerson WR Miami (FL) 6'3 215
-Speaking of no-name WR cores. Garrard has had a solid year throwing to the likes of Mike Thomas, Tiquan Underwood, and Mike Sims-Walker (who's fallen off Earth). Hankerson is big and is deceptively fast and will give the Jags a legit #1 option.

23. Kansas City- Jeremy Beal DE/OLB Oklahoma 6'3 260
-The Chiefs are starting to come together. They could use another pass rusher and there may not be a better one than Jeremy Beal. In a 4-3 he could play rush end, but in a 3-4 he has the athleticism to be an every down 3-4 OLB.

24. Philadelphia- Quan Sturdivant LB North Carolina 6'2 232
-The Eagles defense has been surprisingly porous this season. The addition of a tough MLB Sturdivant can give them their first solid guy in the middle since Trotter.

25. Baltimore- Aaron Williams CB Texas 6'1 189
-Other than Ed Reed (who may not play much longer) the Ravens secondary is pretty bad. Williams has the size and speed to be a very good corner in the league. The only thing holding this defense back right now is the corners.

26. Green Bay- Ryan Williams RB Virginia Tech 5'10 206
-Look at this team and what do they really need? Not much. Ryan Williams could give them great balance and make the offense even tougher to stop. With the uncertainty around Grant's injury, I don't think the Pack want to rely on John Kuhn/Brandon Jackson again.

27. Chicago- Derrick Sherrod OL Mississippi State 6'6 305
-Martz has not been put his offense into full effect because of the sieve of an offensive line they have in Chicago. Sherrod was thought to be a top ten pick before the season, but he has not matured as some would have hoped.

28. New Orleans- Stefan Wisniewski C/OG Penn State 6'3 298
-Another loaded team that just needs some depth. Wisniewski can play any of the three interior line positions making him very valuable to a team that seems to have o-line injury problems every year.

29. Pittsburgh- Rodney Hudson OL Florida State 6'2 285
-The Steelers O-line is the only weakness of this team. This season it will probably be the reason they do not end up in the Super Bowl. Getting Hudson will give the Steelers a guy who started all 4 seasons at FSU.

30. NY Jets- Cameron Jordan DE/DT California 6'4 290
-The Jets up-front have not been as stout as you would expect from a Rex Ryan defense (Woodhead is still going). Jordan could play the nose in some situations but he would be absolutely perfect to play end in a 3-4.

31. Atlanta- Brandon Harris CB Miami (FL) 5'11 195
-The Falcons defense has been surprisingly solid this season. Corner could use a little bit of an upgrade next to Dunta. Harris is a smart, athletic player who will be a solid corner in this league.

32. New England- Mark Ingram RB Alabama 5'10 215
-Their second first round pick goes to help their biggest need on offense. Ben Jarvus Green-Ellis and Woodhead have done a nice job filling their roles, but are not the complete back that Ingram could be for them.

Round 2

Stare, Squint, Nod 2 (Round 2)

1. New England (from Carolina)- Stephen Paea DE/DT Oregon State 6'1 285

2. Buffalo- Clint Boling OL Georgia 6'5 305

3. Cincinnati- Nick Foles QB Arizona 6'5 245

4. Detroit- Bruce Carter OLB North Carolina 6'3 225

5. Arizona- Deunta Williams S North Carolina 6'2 205

6. Denver- Greg Jones LB Michigan State 6'1 228

7. San Francisco- Ryan Kerrigan DE/OLB Purdue 6'4 263

8. Dallas- Cameron Heyward DE/DT Ohio State 6'6 287

9. Washington-DeMarcus Love OL Arkansas 6'5 315

10. Tennessee- Lavonte David LB Nebraska 6'1 220

11. Minnesota- Marvin Austin DT North Carolina 6'3 305

12. Houston- Rahim Moore S UCLA 6'1 197

13. Cleveland- Ryan Broyles WR Oklahoma 5'11 175

14. Seattle- John Moffitt OL Wisconsin 6'4 325

15. Denver (from Miami)- Von Miller DE/OLB Texas A&M 6'4 240

16. Oakland- Rashad Carmichael CB Virginia Tech 5'11 186

17. Indianapolis- Ahmad Black S Florida 5'9 185

18. San Diego- Tank Carder LB TCU 6'3 237

19. Tampa Bay- Travis Lewis LB Oklahoma 6'2 232

20. NY Giants- Joseph Barksdale OL LSU 6'5 315

21. St. Louis- Daniel Thomas RB Kansas State 6'2 227

22. Jacksonville- Greg Romeus DE Pittsburgh 6'6 270

23. Kansas City- Greg Childs WR Arkansas 6'3 217

24. Philadelphia-Mike Pouncey OL Florida 6'5 320

25. Baltimore- Nate Irving LB NC State 6'1 235

26. Green Bay- Jared Crick DE/DT Nebraska 6'6 285

27. Chicago-Dont'a Hightower LB Alabama 6'4 250

28. New Orleans- Jurrell Casey DT USC 6'1 295

29. Pittsburgh- Stephon Gilmore CB South Carolina 6'1 188

30. San Diego (from NY Jets)- Titus Young WR Boise State 5'11 175

31. Atlanta- DeMarco Murray RB Oklahoma 6'1 214

32. New England- Kristofer O'Dowd OL USC 6'5 298

THEO!

I didn't see Crawford coming at all. I saw a first basemen coming, but not Adrian. I had so many doubts about the front office last season. We made no moves. Goes to show you how big timing is. I have no reasons to think we won't add something unreal next season. We're just waiting to sign a big time catcher. Its all about timing with Theo and I love it. Heres some concerns that come up with the big moves:

Adrian: I saw a first basemen coming when I heard a mention of Youk moving to third. It made alot of sense with Beltre asking for that contract with only one or two good years under his belt. I just don't know what's going to happen with Lars Anderson now. I see him being a big time player in the show. I wanted to see his career play out but you can't deny Adrian at all. Hes the best player in the bigs with runners in scoring posish. This is real serious bait for trade. I can see something working out for a catcher, or even a monster shortstop where we ship out a few players. Maybe Jacoby, Lars, and someone big like Clay for Hanley Ramirez. There's too many options for something good not to happen.

Big Carl: Point one: The so good to see you status' aren't original when person #50 writes it. To business, this is self explanatory. Just a perfect move for an all around great player. He doesn't hit home runs, but he's on second base before you can blink after a single. I dont know what's going to happen with Jacoby this year. Hes just injury prone. Im not sure if I can see him go, he does bring the ladies to Fenway. Hell, those eyes make me want to get seat upgrades everytime I go.

Pitching: The bullpen has a few issues. I mean if you look at our team right now were already stacked. Imagine throwing in a couple good middle relievers. Imagine Cliff Lee? I don't know why Grienke wouldn't want to come to the biggest city in America. I don't see the appeal to New York. We have brick roads here. It doesnt smell like shit. And our corner hot dogs are gourmet compared to NY.

Anyways, Theo moved up to the number one spot on the list of "eo's". Inception sucked anyways.

NFL Week 14

Colts 31 @ 17 Titans    ....Colts need to win out.


Check in for the rest tomorrow.

Browns 17 @ 20 Bills   ...Minor upset, hope for lots of snow.

Falcons 27 @ 10 Panthers   ...Dirty birds just keep winning and winning.

Packers 34 @ 27 Lions   ...Rodgers should tear up a terrible defense.

Raiders 26 @ 21 Jaguars   ...Another minor upset, Jags due for a fail.

Giants 20 @ 27 Vikings   ...PPD to Monday, more days for "he who shall not be named" to heal.

Bengals 13 @ 21 Steelers   ...Bengals always play the Steelers tough.

Buccaneers 13 @ 19 Redskins   ...Bucs blew a 4th Qtr lead last time out, don't think they are over it.

Rams 17 @ 30 Saints     ...Saints are the hottest team in football right now.

Seahawks 17 @ 24 49ers   ...Another NFC west "ewww" game.

Broncos 17 @ 14 Cardinals   ...Speaking of "ewww" a team without a coach vs. a team without a QB.

Patriots 29 @ 24 Bears    ...Best game of the weekend, Pats should edge monster of the midway.

Dolphins 26 @ 21 Jets    ...Upset! Doubt the Jets bounce up off the floor from the whopping on Monday.

Chiefs 16 @ 31 Chargers    ...If the Chargers lose this one, it's all over for them.

Eagles 34 @ 38 Cowboys   ...Should be a high-scoring affair, 'boys do just enough.

Ravens 27 @ 19 Texans   ...Solid monday nighter--Ravens need to not overlook Houston.


Last Week: 10-6
Season: 121-72

MORE

Texans 24 @ 27 Eagles     ...I had this before Thurs--shut up.

Saints 37 @ 21 Bengals  ....A little too much offense.

Bears 21 @ 24 Lions    ...Upset and revenge for week 1 loss.

Niners 19 @ 26 Packers  ...Closer than people think, but not in Lambeau

Ponies 20 @ 38 Chiefs  ...Another revenge game.

Browns 24 @ 20 Fish   ....Dolphins are a hard team to figure out.

Bills 20 @ 30 Vikings    ....Fitzpatrick could end up being a pro-bowl alternate.

Redskins 13 @ 19 Giants   ....Skins will play tough, but Giants defense will make a play.

Jaguars 20 @ 14 Titans    ....Refuse to pick Rusty Smith to win a game.

Raiders 14 @ 28 Chargers   ....Bolts catchin' fire.

Rams 23 @ 10 Cardinals   ...A loss to the Rams? That's fine, that's fine, that's fine, that's fine.

Cowboys 27 @ 34 Colts  ....Colts need this one badly!

Panthers 13 @ 27 Seahawks   ...Will someone in the NFC west reach .500 please?

Falcons 24 @ 27 Buccaneers   ...Another upset! Bucs shock the Falcons.

Steelers 14 @ 24 Ravens    ...Quoth the Ravens nevermore...nevermore.

Jets 27 @ 21 Patriots   ...Sanchez leads a late TD drive to take the crown from New England.

Last week: 10-6
Season: 111-66

Turkey and More

Patriots 27 @ 31 Lions     ...Turkey day upset.

Saints 26 @ 19 Cowboys  ...Saints stuff the Fighting Garretts.

Bengals 14 @ 24 Jets   ...Bengals are probably more interested in pumpkin pie.

Packers 23 @ 30 Falcons  ...Battle of maybe the top two in the NFC.

Steelers 24 @ 16 Bills   ...Could be the first snow bowl of the year.

Panthers 13 @ 21 Browns  ...Hillis could play QB and Browns would still win.

Jaguars 27 @ 24 Giants   ...Upset! Giants lay a stinker at home...

Vikings 25 @ 17 Redskins  ...Another upset, Vikes play inspired for Frazier.

Titans 17 @ 29 Texans  ...Rusty Smith vs. Matt Schaub...hmmm....

Dolphins 12 @ 16 Raiders  ....Defensive struggle, Raiders hold on in the black hole.

Chiefs 24 @ 34 Seahawks   ....Seabirds are tough at home.

Eagles 30 @ 31 Bears  ...Meh, still don't think Bears are for real.

Rams 21 @ 24 Broncos   ...Broncos will do just enough.

Buccaneers 20 @ 27 Ravens  ...One of the best games of the week, Ravens get another test.

Chargers 36 @ 28 Colts  ...It's about that time for the Bolts to catch fire.

49ers 14 @ 23 Cardinals  ...Worst monday nighter ever? Maybe.

Last Week: 13-3
Season: 101-60

New Elite Eight

1. New York Jets (8-2) Previous: 2
-I doubted them, I talked smack, and while I still don't think they are a super bowl team it's hard to argue with the on-the-field results. They just always find a way to win--go ahead say they are vulnerable but they look an awful lot like those old Patriot teams that just kept winning and you couldn't figure out how.

2. New England Patriots (8-2) Previous: 5
-Speaking of the Patriots--they are coming off two of the most impressive wins (@ Pit, vs. Ind). Not convinced this young team can maintain this, especially given the lack of focus and egg laid against Cleveland. But say they do win and get home field--who is really going to go into New England and beat them?

3. Atlanta Falcons (8-2) Previous: 6
-The class of the NFC is the Falcons. Matt Ryan is growing up and Roddy White is officially an elite receiver. The defense has been good enough, but look very vulnerable against the pass. This week's game vs. Green Bay will tell us a lot about the ATL.

4. Baltimore Ravens(7-3) Previous: 3
-Ravens have played the most difficult schedule in the whole league. They still have the Steelers, Saints, and Bucs, among others to go. They sort of remind you of that 2008-09 Steelers team that was hardened by their schedule and was battle-tested for the playoffs. The return of Ed Reed helps.

5. Pittsburgh Steelers (7-3) Previous: 1
-Something is wrong here. I don't know quite what it is but there a championship Steeler team does not let teams come into their house and beat them the way the Patriots did two weeks ago. Either it was a wake-up call or a sign of things to come...I believe it's the latter.

6. Philadelphia Eagles (7-3) Previous: NR
-There is no more trendy pick to win the NFC and MVP than the Eagles and Michael Vick. However, don't be so quick. Yes, they have looked good and the defense is forcing plenty of turnovers but Vick has yet to throw a pick. Are we really to believe that Michael Vick out of prison is suddenly the formula for an amazing ball secure quarterback?

7. New Orleans Saints (7-3) Previous: NR
-That big breath of air you just heard was the entire NFL preparing for the Saints because they appear to be back. The offense clicked big time against Seattle. With Reggie Bush returning they have their runner that requires extra attention back. But that defense still isn't what it was last year, and in the end that was what won it for them.

8. Green Bay Packers (7-3) Previous: NR
-My preseason Super Bowl pick seems to be coming alive, injuries and all. They just seem to trot out the next guy and the next guy and they are still getting the job done. They can win shootouts or go into New York and beat the Jets with a defensive struggle. Rodgers hasn't thrown a pick in 3 straight games and if he stays away from turnovers, then don't expect the Pack to fall off.


MVP (as of today): Peyton Manning QB Indianapolis

Coach of the Year: Todd Haley Kansas City

Def. Player of the Year: Clay Matthews LB Green Bay

Off. Rookie- Mike Williams WR Tampa Bay

Def. Rookie- Ndamukong Suh DT Detroit



Hotseat Rating-

Luke Warm: Josh McDaniels (Denver),  Chan Gailey (Buffalo), Tony Sparano (Miami)

Heating Up: Norv Turner (San Diego), Gary Kubiak (Houston)

Scorching: Marvin Lewis (Cincinnati), John Fox (Carolina),  Mike Singletary (San Francisco)

Semana Once

Week 11 in the NFL...finally all the byes are over. So no more fantasy excuses and no more lack of games during the week (although one could argue the Panthers have been on a bye all year). To the picks...

Bears 26 @ 20 Dolphins   ...Not that I trust Cutler, but I trust Tyler Thigpen less.

Bills 31 @ 27 Bengals   ...Mini-upset, bengals are just garbage.

Lions 21 @ 23 Cowboys   ...Garrett's boys go 2-0.

Redskins 14 @ 29 Titans  ...Welcome back to Tennessee Albert.

Cardinals 16 @ 30 Chiefs  ...Chiefs NEED this win, big game for a young team.

Packers 20 @ 24 Vikings  ...Off a bye, in the dome, I say the Pack are a little rusty.

Texans 20 @ 27 Jets  ...Texans can win, but...they will probably snatch defeat from the jaws of victory again.

Raiders 17 @ 21 Steelers  ...Raiders are better than people think...but not THIS good.

Ravens 28 @ 6 Panthers  ...Don't expect ray-ray to allow a let down in this one.

Browns 27 @ 34 Jaguars  ...Should be a very exciting game, Garrard will do it late again.

Falcons 24 @ 20 Rams   ...This could be a playoff game believe it or not.

Seahawks 24 @ 41 Saints  ...Saints offense finally explodes against a poor Seattle defense.

Buccaneers 16 @ 21 49ers  ...Battle of underachievers vs. overachievers...naturally--go underachievers.

Colts 27 @ 30 Patriots   ...This game again. Every damn year. Hopefully it snows.

Giants 17 @ 37 Vick's Beagles ...Giants look in disarray, Eagles on fire, that being said watch the Giants win

Broncos 20 @ 38 Chargers  ...Don't expect another 49 point outburst by the Broncos this game.

Last week: 8-6
Season:  88-57 (not too shabby)

I guess Ryan didn't get the pic last week, he didn't even guess! That's how far down we've gotten him. Let's loosen it up a little this week...

He's a kicker and was a darn good one. That is all.

The Home Stretch

 Just in case you're missing baseball season no need to fear, you can actually catch two games this week at Wrigley Field (Illinois-Northwestern) and Yankee Stadium (Army-Notre Dame). As pictured below, scoring a TD in the east endzone at Wrigley may literally kill you...

Here's the breakdown:

1. Oregon
-Every National Champ has a scare or two during the regular season that refocuses them. Ducks have two tough games vs. Arizona and at Oregon State in the Civil War to determine their fate. Win out and they are in.
Next: Idle

2. TCU
-With Boise State on their heels in the BCS, the Frogs are in serious jeopardy of losing this spot. TCU got pushed by a very underrated San Diego State team, but just have a game at New Mexico next week, and they will finish with their 2nd straight undefeated regular season.
Next: Idle

3. Auburn
-With all of the controversy you wonder if the Tigers can hang on. All the Tigers have left is just, ya know, a trip to Tuscaloosa next week to take on their hated rivals and defending National Champion Crimson Tide and an SEC Title game. Two weeks to prepare should help them out.
Next: Idle

4. Stanford
-Stanford was pushed by Arizona State last week but in the end it was their defense that made the difference. Cal gave Oregon all they had last week, but in this rivalry game, it's been far too long since the Cardinal won in Strawberry Cannon--should be a great game.
Next: @ California 3:30

5. Wisconsin
-Coming off 83 points against Indiana they turn their attention to a defense not too much better in Michigan. I expect the Wolverines to hang around for a half, but in the latter stages Wisconsin will wear them down. The Badgers are two ways from a BCS bowl game, and likely their first Rose Bowl since Ron Dayne was there.
Next: @ Michigan Noon ESPN

6. Boise State
-Boise made some serious head way in the BCS because of Utah looking bad against Notre Dame (one of TCU's best wins). If they win out, and impressively, they may do enough to climb over TCU. If Bama can knock off Auburn, who do you take to play Oregon? A 1-loss Auburn, or undefeated Boise State, or TCU?
Next: vs. Fresno State 9:30 PM ESPN2

7. LSU
-The Bayou Bengals didn't have much problem with the warhawks last week but this week could be different. LSU tends to play down to their opponents and Ole Miss is better than what they have shown so far. Tread very carefully, Les.
Next:  vs. Ole Miss 3:30 CBS

8. Ohio State
-The Buckeyes still have a possible BCS game to play for. Iowa is most likely relegated to a second-tier Outback or Capital One Bowl. But there is nothing the Hawkeyes would like to do more than knock off the Buckeyes. They have had this game circled since they just missed winning at the horseshoe last year.
Next: @ Iowa 3:30 ABC

9. Oklahoma State
-Is Texas really that bad? The Cowboys went intto Austin and dismantled the 'Horns. This week we will see if the Cowboys momentum comes out in Kansas or if they will sleepwalk through a 11:00 AM local kickoff time. One thing is for sure, that Justin Blackmon can play anywhere.
Next: @ Kansas

10. Nebraska
-Kyle Field in College Station is one of the best places to watch a college game and Freshman QB Taylor Martinez will get his first taste of it. If he deals with it as well as he did at Washington, the Huskers will clinch a berth in the Big 12 Title game for the second straight season.
Next: @ Texas A&M 8:00 ESPN/ABC


Just Missed the cut: Michigan State, Alabama, Oklahoma, South Carolina

BCS Bowl Projections:

National Championship: Oregon (BCS 1) vs. Auburn (BCS 2)

Rose Bowl: Stanford (At-Large) vs. Wisconsin (Big 10 Champ)

Fiesta Bowl: Oklahoma (Big 12 Champ) vs. Boise State (At-Large)

Orange Bowl: Virginia Tech (ACC Champ) vs. TCU (At Large)

Sugar Bowl: LSU (At-large) vs. Pittsburgh (Big East "Champ")

Heisman Watch:
1. Cam Newton QB Auburn
2. LaMichael James RB Oregon
3. Andrew Luck QB Stanford
4. Kellen Moore QB Boise State

Upset Alert:
Stanford--@ California
Ohio State--@ Iowa
Missouri--@ Iowa State
Virginia Tech--@ Miami (FL)
Utah--@ San Diego State

 My TV Guide:
Wisconsin @ Michigan Noon ESPN
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Virginia Tech @ Miami (FL) 3:30 ESPN
Ohio State @ Iowa 3:30 ABC
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Army vs. Notre Dame 7:00 NBC (at Yankee Stadium)
Nebraska @ Texas A&M 8:00 ABC

Next...

We are on a roll right now, back-to-back good weeks.


Ravens 17 @ 24 Falcons

Lions 17 @ 27 Bills

Vikings 31 @ 21 Bears

Jets 16 @ 10 Browns

Bengals 20 @ 34 Colts

Titans 26 @ 17 Dolphins

Panthers 9 @ 20 Buccaneers

Texans 28 @ 34 Jaguars

Chiefs 28 @ 24 Broncos

Cowboys 20 @ 23 Giants

Seahawks 17 @ 21 Cardinals

Rams 13 @ 17 49ers

Patriots 21 @ 27 Steelers

Eagles 29 @ 17 Redskins

Last week: 9-4
Season:  80-51

Hey ryan, who dat guy? He's a safety.

Stare, Squint, Nod 1 (Round 1)

This is the first of what will be a few mock drafts over the course of the season. For now, we will keep it at one round, but as we do more and more versions we'll get into a second round as well. Enjoy.

1. Buffalo- Andrew Luck QB Stanford 6'4 235
-Bills need a franchise QB, he has completely overtaken Locker/Mallett. His experience in a pro offense at Stanford as well as his escapability should energize the Bills organization.

2. Carolina- A.J. Green WR Georgia 6'4 207
-What a better way to help your young QB (Clausen) then with the next stud WR. Green is maybe the best talent in this draft, and the Panthers--well they don't have much of that.

3. Dallas- Adrian Clayborn DE Iowa 6'4 285
-'Boys would most need an OT, so they would probably trade down. But Clayborn is probably the top overall defensive end in the draft, he can get after the passer, he stops the run, and he never stops.

4. Detroit- Patrick Peterson CB LSU 6'2 211
-Young QB/RB/WR combo? Check. Defensive line? Check. How about a shutdown corner? Peterson could be a pro-bowler from day one in the NFL. He's like Antonio Cromartie except smarter between the ears.

5. Denver- Marcell Dareus DE/DT Alabama 6'3 309
-If McDaniels is still there, count on this getting screwed up. The Broncos haven't stopped the run since I was in 3rd grade (that's like 14 years ago), therefore getting someone who can clog the running game is needed.

6. San Francisco- Da'Quan Bowers DE Clemson 6'4 275
-Niners could go Quarterback, but they take Bowers who will be a beast getting after the passer. With a new coach likely coming in, Bowers can play 4-3 end or 3-4 OLB with his athletic ability making him a scary weapon on defense.

7. Cincinnati- Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska 6'1 205
-In most years, Amukamara would go top 5. Bengals cornerback play was solid last season, this year Leon Hall and Jonathan Joseph have not gotten the job done.

8. Arizona- Ryan Mallett QB Arkansas 6'7 238
-Derek Anderson and Max Hall not doin' it for ya? Okay, here's the best arm in the NFL from day one. He may be more Jay Cutler than Sam Bradford, but there is absolutely no throw he cannot make.

9. Cleveland- Drake Nevis DT LSU 6'2 285
-Late bloomer has the skills to play the nose or end in a 3-4. Very versatile. He's a guy that you cannot block with one man (watch his Alabama tape), Nevis will be an NFL stud.

10. Minnesota- Stephen Paea DT Oregon State 6'1 311
-Pat Williams is on his death bed, Paea would compliment K-Will well with his pass rushing skills from the tackle spot. Paea could add a little bit more weight and become even more of a monster.

11. Washington- Julio Jones WR Alabama 6'4 220
-Shanahan does love his Quarterbacks, but right now he doesn't have anyone that can catch the ball. Jones hasn't been as productive as Green, but in the right offense Jones could be a top WR in the NFL.

12. Jacksonville- Jake Locker QB Washington 6'3 230
-Locker has bust written all over him. But the Jags could mold him and wait a year or two. There's no doubting his physical ability (which makes him hard to pass on), but there's just something off.

13. St. Louis- Nate Solder OT Colorado 6'9 315
-Bradford has surpassed expectations, now they just have to build around him. Solder can step in on day one and protect the Franchise's backside for years to come.

14. New England (from Oakland)-Allen Bailey DE/DT Miami (FL) 6'4 290
-Pats defensive line is in desperate need of youth. Versatile Bailey will test out as good as any linemen in the draft, but hasn't quite had the production to match. Belichick will get the most out of him.



15. Houston- DeAndre McDaniel S Clemson 6'1 215

-Here's a gift for the NFL's worst passing defense--a ball-hawking safety. McDaniel will immediately start at safety. He's having a down year so far, but you try intercepting passes with a broken hand.

16. Tampa Bay- DeAndre Brown WR Southern Miss 6'5 230
-Out of the box pick, amazing athletic and leaping ability could become a star. When he wants to play, he's scary good, but he seems to have some character and work ethic issues making him a risk.

17. Miami- DeMarco Murray RB Oklahoma 6'1 207
-Ricky is old, Ronnie always gets hurt, Murray is an all-purpose back who can also return kicks. Murray never quite lived up to his "Reggie Bush" hype, but he will probably be a better NFL player than Bush.

18. San Diego- Robert Quinn DE/OLB North Carolina 6'5 268
-Merriman is gone and the Bolts could use a good rush end to "charge" up their defense. Quinn sat out all year for agent issues with the NCAA, but make no mistake he's a big time talent.

19. Chicago- Brandon Harris CB Miami (FL) 5'11 195
-Bears defense could use an upgrade in the secondary and O-line. Best player at this time is Harris. He has consistently improved at Miami and has been a starter since frosh year.

20. Tennessee- Marvin Austin DT North Carolina 6'3 310
-Taking a kid with some issues and getting the talent out of him? Taylor-made for Fisher. Austin was another highly touted Tar Heel that had agent contact problems, but he will test very well as long as he's in shape.

21. Seattle- Cameron Newton QB Auburn 6'6 250
-Vince Young went in top 5. Tebow in 1st round. Newton is a better physical specimen than both and miles ahead of Tebow as a passer. If it doesn't work out he's already shown the ability to catch the ball...

22. Kansas City- Stefan Wisniewski C/OG Penn State 6'3 306
-A young team getting better and better gets a future pro-bowler at center to improve a line that's doing a nice job opening up holes.

23. New Orleans- Marcus Cannon OG TCU 6'6 350
-Saints don't have many holes, but the versatile Cannon should be a fixture at RG going forward.

24. Philadelphia- Gabe Carimi OT Wisconsin 6'7 327
-Carimi is a stud run blocking but does need a little growth in pass protection. Good thing Vick would be his QB.

25. Indianapolis- Derrick Sherod OT Mississippi State 6'6 305
-Athletic Sherod will either be boom or bust, he has all the ability in the world but can he put it together?

26. Green Bay- Cameron Jordan DE/DT California 6'4 283
-Another jack of all trades, could play nose in some siutations but looks like a natural as a 3-4 end, which the Packers need badly.

27. Baltimore- Bruce Carter OLB North Carolina 6'3 235
-As usual, the Ravens will take the best player available. Carter has amazing speed for his position and should help fill some of the holes Ray-Ray is too slow to get too.

28. NY Jets- Jeremy Beal DE/OLB Oklahoma 6'3 267
-The Jets are actually (gulp) having trouble getting to the passer this year. Beal is a pure pass rusher who I would compare to a more physically gifted Elvis Dumervil.

29. New England- Mark Ingram RB Alabama 5'10 215
-The Pats are becoming more like their teams that won super bowls. Ingram would give them a running back that isn't flashy but has been well taught from a pro system and could step in and start from day one.

30. Atlanta- Jared Crick DE/DT Nebraska 6'6 285
-Another young team coming of age. The offense is solid as can be, but the defense is a little thing on the line. Crick is a versatile talent that can play inside or out.

31. NY Giants- Kyle Rudolph TE Notre Dame 6'6 260
-Giants are my pick to go to the SB out of the NFC this year. Kevin Boss is a good target, but Rudolph is the type that can stretch the field and he could be a great fit in their offense.

32. Pittsburgh- Anthony Castanzo OT Boston College 6'7 295
-Keeping Big Ben upright isn't easy with how much he moves around. But this year's line is struggling big time. Steelers are the odds on favorites for the Super Bowl, but the offensive line may derail those hopes.

Stare, Squint, Nod 1 (Round 2)

Here's round two...(without comments)

33. Buffalo-Nick Fairley DT Auburn

34. New England (from Carolina)- Rodney Hudson OG Florida State

35. Dallas- Deunta Williams S North Carolina

36. Detroit- Greg Jones LB Michigan State

37. Denver-Cameron Heyward DE Ohio State

38. San Francisco- Pat Devlin QB Delaware

39. Cincinnati- Greg Romeus DE Pittsburgh

40. Arizona- Rashad Carmichael CB Virginia Tech

41. Cleveland- Leonard Hankerson WR Miami (FL)

42. Minnesota-Ahmad Black S Florida

43. Washington- Daniel Thomas RB Kansas State

44. Jacksonville- Quan Sturdivant LB North Carolina

45. St. Louis- Titus Young WR Boise State

46. Oakland- DeMarcus Love OT Arkansas

47. Houston- Von Miller LB Texas A&M

48. Tampa Bay- Rahim Moore S UCLA

49. Denver (from Miami)- Roy Helu Jr. RB Nebraska

50. San Diego- Desmond Trufant CB Washington

51. Chicago- Mike Pouncey C/OG Florida

52. Tennessee- Mark Barron S Alabama

53. Seattle-Kendall Hunter RB Oklahoma State

54. Kansas City- Jerrell Powe DT Ole Miss

55. New Orleans- Ryan Broyles WR Oklahoma

56. Philadelphia- Aaron Williams CB Texas

57. Indianapolis-Nate Irving LB NC State

58. Green Bay- John Clay RB Wisconsin

59. Baltimore- Ryan Kerrigan DE/OLB Purdue

60. San Diego (from NY Jets)- Andrew Datko OT Florida State

61. New England- Akeem Ayers OLB UCLA

62. Atlanta- Kristofer O'Dowd C Southern Cal

63. NY Giants- Tank Carder LB TCU

64. Pittsburgh- Stephon Gilmore CB South Carolina

NFL Week Nine

Buccaneers 24 @ 31 Falcons  ...Surprising Bucs just don't have enough in the Dirty Bird dome.

Bears 16 @ 20 Bills    ....Upset! Bills get off the schnide by forcing Jay Cutler to do what he does best.

Patriots 27 @ 13 Browns  ...If you expect a Patriot letdown, remember Mangini is still the Browns coach.

Jets 26 @ 19 Lions    ...Interesting game--I don't think the Lions can slow down the Jets running however.

Cardinals 17 @ 27 Vikings  ...Vikings are a mess. But would you really pick Derek Anderson to win?

Saints 20 @ 7 Panthers   ...Last time it was close, but the Saints seemed to have turned the corner.

Dolphins 21 @ 25 Ravens  ...Dolphins haven't lost yet on road, Ravens haven't at home.

Chargers 30 @ 21 Texans   ...Mini upset, Texans just seem off right now to me.

Giants 20 @ 24 Seahawks  ...Upset! Seattle is a tough place to play--going across country, Birds win it.

Chiefs 13 @ 24 Raiders   ...Wow this game means something?! What is this 2000?

Colts 31 @ 27 Eagles   ...Vick is back from injury--should be fun but too much Peyton.

Cowboys 14 @ 29 Packers   ...Could see a Packer letdown. But Kitna will just turn it over.

Steelers 19 @ 14 Bengals  ...Tough, hard-hitting AFC North battle, the Steelers have more difference makers

Last Week: 11-3 (WOOOO)
Season: 71-47

Ryan was right again--this week, no clues just a picture (ha).

Beauty Pagent

Beauty Pagent because really, we don't know who the best is--it's who the prettiest is. Much like that girl in high school who you never gave a chance too and instead went for the better looking "bitch" and are now regretting it. But I digress.

Here's Porter Championship Series (hehe, lolz)

1. Oregon
-The Ducks gave up 30+ pts to USC...and still blew them out.
Next: vs. Washington 3:30 ABC

2. TCU
-This is the game of the year for TCU. They win this one and it's smooth sailing to a BCS game.
Next: @ Utah 3:30

3. Auburn
-Not much to say about this one, unless UT-Chat alum Terrell Owens is coming back.
Next: vs. Chattanooga

4. Alabama
-Bama looks to stay perfect against Saban's old team--should be a great atmosphere.
Next: @ LSU 3:30 CBS

5. Boise State
-Warriors have been solid this yr, but on the blue turf...don't expect a Boise letdown.
Next: vs. Hawaii 3:30

6. Wisconsin
-Badgers are on fire right now, can anyone stop their power running game?
Next: @ Purdue Noon

7. Stanford
-Aside from a loss to Oregon, the Cardinals have "dominated" as said by Coach Harbaugh.
Next: vs. Arizona 8:00 ABC

8. Ohio State
-Buckeyes are already lookin' ahead to the battle with Iowa that has BCS implications.
Next: Idle

9. Nebraska
-Nebraska hasn't been to a BCS bowl since '01 (a 37-14 loss to Miami, hehe)
Next: @ Iowa State 3:30

10. Iowa
-Hawkeyes somehow keep winning. They get smart, corn-fed Iowa boys and out will the opponent.
Next: @ Indiana

Just Missed the cut: Utah, Michigan State, Oklahoma, Arizona

BCS Bowl Projections:
National Title: Oregon (BCS 1) vs. Auburn (BCS 2)
Rose Bowl: Stanford (At-Large) vs. Wisconsin (Big Ten Champ)
Fiesta Bowl: Nebraska (Big 12 Champ) vs. TCU (At-Large)
Orange Bowl: Virginia Tech (ACC Champ) vs. Pittsburgh (Big East Champ)
Sugar Bowl: Alabama (At-Large) vs. Boise State (At-Large)

Heisman Watch:
1. Cam Newton QB Auburn
2. LaMichael James RB Oregon
3. Andrew Luck QB Stanford
4. John Clay RB Wisconsin
5. Kellen Moore QB Boise State


Upset Alert:
TCU--@ Utah
Oklahoma--@ Texas A&M
NC State--@ Clemson

My TV Guide:

Maryland @ Miami (via not very legal internet feed) Noon ESPNU
Illinois @ Michigan Noon ESPN
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Alabama @ LSU 3:30 CBS
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Arkansas @ South Carolina 7:00 ESPN
Arizona @ Stanford 8:00 ABC

The Pick Set-Week 8

Not going to lie, I'm much more concerned with finally stumping Ryan on one of these pics. So I will reach into the far corners of my brain for this weeks. Anyway, here are the picks!

Dolphins 24 @ 17 Bengals    ...Something is just off with the Bengals.

Jaguars 16 @ 28 Cowboys  ...Jon Kitna leads ressurgence!! Nah, Jags just suck.

Redskins 20 @ 31 Lions  ...Lions are becoming a fun team to watch.

Bills 17 @ 37 Chiefs   ...Chiefs are starting to believe in themselves.

Panthers 10 @ 17 Rams   ...The other show-me state team handles the kitties.

Packers 26 @ 20 Jets   ...Upset! Pack are riding high after beating Minny.

Broncos 13 @ 17 49ers (in London)   ...Poor London, they get this awful matchup.

Titans 20 @ 23 Chargers   ...Could go either way, Bolts do just enough to win; they need it more.

Seahawks 10 @ 21 Raiders  ...An AFC West race between the chiefs and raiders? Tell 2002 it can have it's story back

Vikings 19 @ 27 Patriots   ...Favre or no Favre, Pats will win, but Moss will score.

Buccaneers 13 @ 29 Cardinals   ...Best team in NFC Raheem? Lol, maybe 3rd best in your division.

Steelers 13 @ 20 Saints   ...Another desperate team. Saints defense makes plays to win it.

Texans 31 @ 24 Colts  ...Upset! Colts missing too much. Bound to crack eventually. Why not Houston?

Last Week: 8-6
Season: 60-44

The picture is a former NFL running back and was a first round pick. That's all you're getting. Not even going to tell you the year, enjoy and you better lose Ryan.

Polls

This has been ready to go for a few days, I swear we had Nc State over FSU since tuesday. Here it goes...

1. Oregon
-Trojans have nothing to lose, this is their Super Bowl--Oregon has everything to lose. Should be great.
Next: @ USC

2. TCU
-TCU dismantled a tough Air Force team. Stifling defense and an efficient offense--they sound like 'Bama.
Next: @ UNLV

3. Auburn
-Auburn won the battle of tigers. This is one of two challenges left on the schedule. This should be a toughy, but if they survive all they have left is @ Bama.
Next: @ Ole Miss

4. Alabama
-Speaking of 'Bama, they looked like a machine dismantling Tennessee. Tide might be able to sneak back into the race. Who do you take, 1 loss Bama or undefeated Boise/TCU?
Next: Idle

5. Boise State
-Read every week's description of Boise.
Next: vs.La Tech Tues Night

6. Michigan State
-The Spartans lucked out--no Ohio State on the schedule. So really this one and Penn State is all they have left or they will at the very least be smelling roses.
Next: @ Iowa 3:30 ABC/ESPN

7. Wisconsin
-A gutsy, tough road win @ Iowa proves the win over Ohio State was no fluke. Their power offense will be difficult for anyone to slow down.
Next: Idle

8. Missouri
-By beating Oklahoma they proved they are top 10 worthy. A win @ Nebraska would make them the Big 12 favorite and maybe a title contender? It will be tough, expect a letdown this week.
Next: @ Nebraska 3:30 ABC/ESPN

9. Ohio State
-No clue how this game is in primetime. Buckeyes should smash the Gophers.
Next: @ Minnesota 8:00 ABC/ESPN

10. LSU
-Somehow Les Miles will make it close against Idle this week...
Next: Idle

Just Missed the Cut: Stanford, Utah, Oklahoma, Nebraska

BCS Bowl Projections:
Champ: Oregon (BCS 1) vs. Auburn (BCS 2)
Rose: Michigan State (Big Ten Champ) vs. Stanford (At-Large)
Fiesta: Oklahoma (Big 12 Champ) vs. Boise State (At-Large)
Orange: Virginia Tech (ACC Champ) vs. West Virginia (Big East Champ)
Sugar: Alabama (At-Large) vs. TCU (At-Large)

Heisman:
1. Cam Newton QB Auburn
2. LaMichael James RB Oregon
3. Kellen Moore QB Boise State
4. John Clay RB Wisconsin
5. Terrelle Pryor QB Ohio State

Upset Alert:
Michigan State--@ Iowa
Stanford--@ Washington
Florida State--@ NC State
Mississippi State--vs. Kentucky


My TV Guide:
Miami @ Virginia Noon ESPN
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Michigan State @ Iowa 3:30 ABC/ESPN
Missouri @ Nebraska 3:30 ABC/ESPN
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Oregon @ USC 8:00 ABC
Michigan @ Penn State 8:00 ESPN

Redemption

Welllll, I stand corrected in both LCS'. But I'm making a bold prediction that will give me back some credibility. The Rangers will sweep. Their team is all in all much stronger than I assumed. Everyone knows what assuming does, and I was a big ass in the last series. But on an obvious note the Rangers offense is much stronger than the Giants. It's what they were built upon over the past decade. They've been known to slug people out but they've never had the staff to do it.

Cliff Lee squares off against The Freak in game one and I can't see Lee cooling down in the slightest bit. The rest of the rotation has the Giants beat with their run support. If the Giants are held to 4 runs or fewer, Texas is almost guaranteed a win. Big bat to look for in this series is Ian Kinsler. If he shows up with his bat, Texas will roll big time. On the other hand, I think Buster Posey was a big factor in the last series. He has alot of big at bats under his belt now, and he needs to carry the Giants a little as a rookie. There isn't much pop in their line-up, but they seem to spark up when he gets goin.

Money's not the Answer

I was bending towards the Yankees winning the ship this year big time, because their lineup was back and better than ever. Along with their pitching. Top to bottom on paper, they were the best team cash could buy. It goes to show you money won't always win you championships. Their championship last year was still boring as hell, but seeing them lose just felt unreal. Nothing like seeing people who completely expect to win it all choke on themselves. Money buys a great line-up, but it won't buy heart and character. The only grinder on that team is Gardner. Hes gotta be traded because he just doesn't belong in New York. Too much purity him him, and too much character.

As much as Major League Baseball wanted and needed the Yanks to win, this is what baseball is all about. I hope the viewers lost in the World Series will come around and realize whats on the line for this Rangers team, and it's impossible to not root for them. Everyone knows the Hamilton story along with Young being there for 200 years, but you can't look past what the team is doing for Texas. They've never seen a World Series. It isn't 86 years but it's long enough.

Now look onto Oswalt and Sanchez squaring off tonight. Another unreal game happening. I'm still taking the Phills in this series, and I know I can be proven wrong like I was with Texas but if the fightin Phils can pull it off tonight there's no way game seven is going to be lost. Pushing a game seven with Philly being hot into the ship backs my champions still. They're still not impressive but when they bust out of their mini slump look out. All in all, baseball at its best in both LCS's.

Semana Siete

The Spanish thing worked pretty good last week. Let's hope we don't take a hit to the head via Brandon Meriweather on our picks this time...

Bengals 17 @ 24 Falcons    ....Expect a good bounceback for the Falcons.

Redskins 23 @ 24 Bears    ...If the Bears can keep Cutler upright, they'll be alright.

Eagles 16 @ 21 Titans      ....Titans got a good thing going, tough defense.

Jaguars 16 @ 27 Chiefs    ....Travel across country following Monday Nighter is never easy.

Steelers 30 @ 20 Dolphins   ....Best team in the NFL (Pitt), Dolphins 0-2 at home so far.

Browns 14 @ 29 Saints     ...Saints take advantage of another weak opponent.

Rams 17 @ 14 Buccaneers    ...Might want to start believing in the Rams.

49ers 25 @ 14 Panthers       ...Niners got first win of season, winning begets winning.

Bills 10 @ 27 Ravens         ....Poor Bills, they may not win a game.

Cardinals 9 @ 28 Seahawks    ....Max Hall's first NFL road start.

Raiders 20 @ 17 Broncos     ....Just a weird feeling, I know these Broncos pretty well.

Patriots 17 @ 34 Chahgahs    ....Chargers at home (-17) vs. Chargers on Road

Vikings 31 @ 24 Cheese Heads    ...Vikings are starting to come together--look out.

Giants 24 @ 20 Cowboys         ....Losing is contagious, 'Boys fall again.

Last Week: 9-5

Season: 52-38

Rkill got it again last week. I'm fairly certain we are going to get him this week. I'll keep going more and more random til only I would know. This guy is a former running back for both the Miami Dolphins and Carolina Panthers. Played with Jay Fiedler in Miami. Good luck.

Roy Halladay Deals Tonight, Phillies in Seven

I don't know whats happening with this series. To be honest, Im confused by both series and I could definatly see the Rangers taking it down, even though I still don't believe it. Anyway the Giants are playing completely out of their behinds right now. Their pitching is doin the job as expected but the lineup is playing out of their shoes. Buster Posey finally heat up after being ice cold and it seems its been coming together. But its more of the Phillies playing C baseball and the Giants are playing their A game.

Big matchup tonight on the hill, and I don't see Halladay losing this game. Even on the road, hes too good of a competitor to give this game up. Theres no stats behind my explanation, or any credability to what I'm writing down. Actually, Im kind of a idiot. But im not as fat as Pablo Sandoval trying to pick up ground balls. I can tell you that. And the Phillies are taking down the Giants in seven. And as much as I dont want to say, there will be a game seven in Texas. And anything can happen.

NFL's Elite Eight

Here are my thoughts on who the top 8 teams in the NFL are (regardless of record).

1. Pittsburgh Steelers (4-1)
-The Steelers weathered the storm without Big Ben (going 3-1). Now with a fully loaded defense and offense they are the clear front-runners for the Super Bowl.

2. New York Jets (5-1)
-If there is a team that can match (or pass) Pittsburgh defensively it's the Jets. It doesn't hurt that they are undefeated in the division and are winning games the typical Jets don't win.

3. Baltimore Ravens (4-2)
-I know they lost to the Patriots last week but you're all forgetting one important thing...Ed Reed. He will either return this week or next and will be the key cog to complete the Ravens defense (which is struggling by their standards).

4. New Orleans Saints (4-2)
-It hasn't always been pretty, but the Saints are finding ways to win. Despite some head-scratching performances by the offense (mostly do to Thomas and Bush injuries) the Saints are in good shape. When they return the offense could be dynamic again.

5. New England Patriots (4-1)
-No Moss, no problem? We wouldn't quite say that yet. There has been no proof that Moss was a cancer and theres no person with a straight face that can say Deion Branch > Randy Moss. Defensive Coordinators are rejoicing, and speaking of defense, it seems that the Pats are making due again.

6. Atlanta Falcons (4-2)
-Matty Ice has led a consistent Dirty Bird attack, but the reason for the turnaround for the Falcons? Their defense. Never in their history have they had 3 straight winning seasons but Mike Smith has them goin' down that road this year.

7. Indianapolis Colts (4-2)
-Another year, another Peyton Manning record pursuit. He is currently on pace to break Dan Marino's single-season passing yards record. The one time the Colts won the Super Bowl during the Manning Era was when they had a tough defense and ran the ball well. Neither are a strength of this team. But they're still scary.

8. Minnesota Vikings (2-3)
-Yep, a 2-3 team. The Vikings has as much if not more talent than anyone on this list. The addition of Randy Moss will be a HUGE gain. Eventually the Vikings will probably climb much higher on this list with Sidney Rice coming back and Favre having better rapport with his receivers than Jenn Sterger (I had to).

Awards as of today:
NFL MVP- Peyton Manning Indianapolis

Coach of the Year- Todd Haley Kansas City

Coaches on the hot seat
Chan Gailey (Buffalo), Eric Mangini (Cleveland), Norv Turner (San Diego), Wade Phillips (Dallas), John Fox (Carolina), Mike Singletary (San Francisco)

First BCS is out...

1. Oregon
-Off a bye, Ducks get UCLA looking for their 2nd Top 5 upset.
Next: vs. UCLA 745PM ESPN Thur Night

2. TCU
-Be careful Horned Frogs, Falcons played OU tough for four quarters.
Next: vs. Air Force 8PM

3. Oklahoma
-The #1 in the BCS is #3 here, Stoops has owned Missouri.
Next: @ Missouri 8PM ABC

4. Boise State
-They keep winning by 40+, but it may not matter.
Next: vs. Lousiana Tech

5. Alabama
-Third Saturday in October means Bama-Tenn, shouldn't be close.
Next: @ Tennessee 7PM ESPN

6. Michigan State
-The Fighting Dantonios keep on, keepin on. BCS Bowl?
Next: @ Northwestern Noon ESPN

7. Auburn
-Another toughy for Tigers. If their O is any indication (62 pts) they are ready for LSU's def.
Next: vs. LSU 3:30 CBS

8. Wisconsin
-Expect a letdown after their manhandling of Ohio State. Iowa's def line is one of the best.
Next: @ Iowa 3:30 ABC

9. LSU
-What will the mad hatter do this week?
Next: @ Auburn 3:30 CBS

10. Ohio State
-After their loss to wisconsin, need to rebound against a feisty Purdue team that's gotten it's act together.
Next: vs. Purdue Noon

Just Missed the Cut: Iowa, Stanford, Missouri, Utah

Heisman Race:
1. LaMichael James RB Oregon
2. Cam Newton QB Auburn
3. Kellen Moore QB Boise State
4. John Clay RB Wisconsin
5. Denard Robinson QB Michigan

Upset Alert: (went 3 of 4 last wk)
TCU--vs. Air Force
Wisconsin--@ Iowa
Kansas State--@ Baylor
Miami (FL)--vs. North Carolina

My TV Guide: (segments)
Michigan State @ Northwestern Noon ESPN
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LSU @ Auburn 3:30 CBS
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North Carolina @ Miami 7:30 ESPN2
Oklahoma @ Missouri 8PM ABC

Semana Seis

That's week six in Spanish, I got sick of English titles. We aren't going to talk about the downward trend we are on and just hope it goes away...

Seahawks 14 @ 27 Bears    ....Cutler's back, Seahawks lack talent.

Dolphins 21 @ 24 Packers   ....Unless Rodgers doesn't play.

Chargers 28 @ 24 Rams   ...Closer than people think, Bolts haven't played well on the road.

Ravens 20 @ 21 Patriots   ....Revenge game for Belichick and the Pats, should be a goody.

Lions 30 @ 24 Giants      ....Upset special! Giants too high after upsetting Houston.

Falcons 17 @ 26 Eagles   ....Green Birds > Dirty Birds.

Browns 7 @ 34 Steelers   ...Welcome back Big Ben, and welcome to the NFL Colt McCoy.

Saints 16 @ 19 Buccaneers   ...Another upset, Saints just aren't clicking right now.

Old Texans 16 @ 24 New Texans   ...Texans bounce back to beat surprising Chiefs.

Jets 21 @ 17 Broncos       ....Always tough to travel after Monday nighter, could be a close one.

Raiders 15 @ 23 0-5ers    ...We have failed picking the 9ers 4 times. Why not one more?

Cowboys 14 @ 31 Vikings   ...Vikings explode and Dallas implodes.

Colts 35 @ 20 Redskins    ...Fun offensive game to watch, Colts have too many WMDs.

Titans 20 @ 16 Jaguars     ...Underrated game this week, Jags weak pass defense will be the difference.

Last Week: 6-8
Season: 43-33

Last week's pic was in fact Chris Slade. Let's try to get Rkill this week with this fella...Former Raven, Jaguar, and Texan. Won a Super Bowl in Baltimore...that's all the info you're getting.

Big Changes

What a wacky week last week was. Illinois wins at Penn State for the first time...ever (and we called it), 'Bama falls, and Miami is back (jk lolz). This should be another fun week upcoming.

1. Oregon
-The Ducks stumbled through a trip to Pullman, but now get a week off to rest up.
Next: Idle

2. Nebraska
-Huskers and Taylor Martinez were very impressive in their domination of Kansas State, I can't hold them down any longer.
Next: vs. Texas 3:30 ABC

3. Ohio State
-Huge test this week for the Buckeyes. Is Pryor 100%? He'll need to be to win.
Next: @ Wisconsin 7:00 ESPN

4. TCU
-BYU is down by their standards, so the Frogs shouldn't have much problem this week.
Next: vs. BYU 4:00 Versus

5. Boise State
-Another lame duck opponent for the Broncos.
Next: @ San Jose St. 8:00

6. Oklahoma
-Sooners look to keep the train rollin' against the Cyclones.
Next: vs. Iowa State 7:00

7. Alabama
-Ole Miss could be in for a rude awakening against an angry 'Bama team.
Next: vs. Ole Miss 9:00 ESPN2

8. Michigan State
-All they do is win. Behind Dantonio coming off his heart attack; great story.
Next: vs. Illinois Noon

9. Auburn
-This week will be very interesting. Auburn could take the next step in the SEC West with a win.
Next: vs. Arkansas 3:30 CBS

10. LSU
-The Mad Hatter pulled out another lucky win. One of these gambles has to backfire eventually...doesn't it?
Next: vs. McNeese State 7:00

Just missed the cut: Arkansas, South Carolina, Stanford, Iowa

Heisman Top 5:
1. LaMichael James RB Oregon
2. Terrelle Pryor QB Ohio State
3. Taylor Martinez QB Nebraska
4. Cam Newton QB Auburn
5. Denard Robinson QB Michigan

Upset Alert: (We hit on 2 last wk, almost 3)
Nebraska--vs. Texas
Ohio State--@ Wisconsin
South Carolina--@ Kentucky
Missouri--@ Texas A&M

My TV Guide: (split into segments)
Boston College @ Florida State Noon
Miami @ Duke 1:00 ESPN3
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Arkansas @ Auburn 3:30 CBS
Texas @ Nebraska 3:30 ABC/ESPN
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Ohio State @ Wisconsin 7:00 ESPN

Warning Sirens

After much bally-hooed excitement for the 2010 Miami Hurricanes football season that looked to be all of a category 5, now looks more like a category 2 storm.

Now experienced and "mature" the 'Canes were set to take the next step in Randy Shannon's tenure with their minds set on the ACC title and maybe more. Losing to Ohio State 36-24 in Columbus wasn't a complete shock and Hurricane fans could take solace in the face that they looked like they belonged on the same field as the now Associated Press #1 team in the nation; in their house. However, this Saturday it all came crashing down...

A primetime game against the hated Florida State Seminoles on national television in fron of the first ever sellout crowd since Miami has moved into Sun Life Stadium three seasons ago. The Seminoles shared the same record as the 'Canes but looked completely inept and lost in losing to Oklahoma by 30 in Norman just three weeks earlier. It was supposed to be a statement win for the Hurricanes, and it ended up a scarring loss.

The Seminoles jumped out to a 21-0 lead physically dominating the Hurricanes on both sides of the ball. Missed tackles. Blown assignments. Outwilled. Surely Jerome Brown and Sean Taylor were rolling over in their graves at this disgrace of a performance.  It left Randy Shannon dazed and confused and Jacory Harris grabbing his nuts...no really....

Jacory was grabbing in that area because he proved that he had no nuts. The team built on swagger and us against the world mentality has turned into a team with no heart, no "swag", and no pride. How else do you explain letting your hated in-state rival drill you 45-17 in your house?

Randy Shannon has done a nice job replenishing the talent at Miami and keeping the players out of trouble, and by all accounts he's a good guy who is a father figure to his players. However, at the University of Miami where we not only beat you, but we tell you to your face how bad we are beating you and celebrate it the choir boy mentality must end. The true character of this team showed again, punched in the mouth and instead of fighting back they took it laying down. Had the 'Canes of old been pushed around like this you know what they would have done? Fought back. Either during the game or after the play. They would fight you. That mentality is long gone and it goes back to the head coach.

You can say that it is just a bad game, but at least once, if not multiple times during each of Shannon's seasons there are losses resembling the one we saw Saturday Night.

In a 5-7 opening campaign Randy closed out the last game ever in the historic Orange Bowl with a 48-0 ass kicking by Virginia. VIRGINIA!!! The next season there was the thrashing on Thursday Night by the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets where they ran for almost 500 yards against the 'Canes, again outmanning Miami in the trenches. Fast forward to last year, they didn't lose to Wake Forest but they were dominated for 3 quarters before making a valient comeback late in the 4th. Then ending the season with a 17-14 loss to Wisconsin which had it not been for 2 Wisconsin redzone turnovers and a missed field goal would have been much, much worse.

At some point one must realize the trend. A team reflects the attitude of it's head coach. Randy "Blandy" Shannon stands on the sideline with his arms folded having no idea what to do. Jimmy Johnson's players feared losing because they knew what a Monday after a loss would be like under Jimmy--hell. The time for change has come, it's been four years and when Miami gets physically dominated and looks disinterested again, take a look at the coach...and you will see the same confused, nonchalant look that is seen every single week from the man that with Coker, took all of the heart and passion out of Miami football.

Hurr durrrrrr



Blow it up and start over.

Week Five Forecast

We need a bounceback week, it's gotten progressively worse...cmon! Raise your hand if you had the Chiefs as the last undefeated team in the league. Yeah, shut up put your hands down.

Jaguars 21 @ 26 Bills   ...Classic letdown after a big win...one-time Bills.

Broncos 13 @ 24 Ravens   ...Denver hasn't won in Baltimore since the Colts were there.

Giants 21 @ 31 Texans     ...Texans look to have righted the ship and Cushing is back.

Chiefs 16 @ 30 Colts       ...Chiefs give it a fight, but too many weapons.

Packers 20 @ 26 Redskins    ...Packers are really banged up, Redskins feelin' it.

Rams 17 @ 28 Lions    ...No way the Rams can win three straight...right?

Bears 13 @ 17 Panthers    ...Battle of Collins-Clausen (ew), Panthers ride the backfield to a win.

Buccaneers 10 @ 17 Bengals    ...Bengals will win, but as usual--it won't be pretty.

Falcons 23 @ 14 Browns     ...Browns blew their element of surprise last week.

Saints 27 @ 9 Cardinals    ...Welcome to the NFL Max Hall, your first start...vs. the defending champs.

Titans 17 @ 34 Cowboys   ...Cowboys should be fresh off a bye, CJ2K has turned into CJ 3.4 yrd/carry.

Chargers 31 @ 20 Raidahs    ...Chargers finallyyyy win on the road at the black hole.

Eagles 17 @ 24 49ers         ...Cmon' Niners, I've picked you guys 3 times already...

Vikings 7 @ 16 Jets           ...Revis vs. Moss (again) and Sanchez vs. the man he replaced. Defense rules.


Week:
Season:

 Last week's pic was of Bubby Brister, former Denver Bronco great. Nice job Rkill. We might have to go a little more difficult this week...The player is a former New England Patriot linebacker, a one-time pro bowler who played his college ball at Virginia. He retired in 2001 as a member of the Carolina Panthers. Good luck.

Top 10

1. Alabama
- Tide has one more test on their tough stretch. After pounding the gatuhs they will battle the 'ole ball coach.
Next: @ South Carolina 3:30 CBS

2. Oregon
-LaMichael James quacked all over Stanford's defense.
Next: @ Washington State 5:00

3. Ohio State
-Buckeyes avoided a scare in Illinois and an even bigger one when Pryor left with injury.
Next: vs. Indiana 12:00 ESPN

4. TCU
-TCU got off to a slow start but eventually cruised to a shut-out win over Colorado State.
Next: vs. Wyoming 3:30

5. Boise State
-Ho hum, another 59 point blowout for the blue turfies.
Next: vs. Toledo

6. Oklahoma
-Oklahoma did everything it could to let Texas back in the game, but Texas said no thanks.
Next: Idle

7. Nebraska
-Not sure if the Huskers are this good. Be careful on thurs night @ K-State.
Next: @ Kansas State 7:45 Thurs ESPN

8. Arizona
-After a week off we'll see if the Desert Storm will keep rollin'.
Next: vs. Oregon State 6:00 Versus

9. Stanford
-Despite the loss to Oregon, don't think there are ten better teams in the country.
Next: vs. USC 8:00 ABC/ESPN 3

10. Miami (FL)
-Big 'Canes win over a good Clemson team. Always tough vs. FSU but they should be focused.
Next: vs. Florida State 8:00 ABC

Just missed the cut: Auburn, Arkansas, Michigan State

Heisman Top 5
1. Denard Robinson QB Michigan
2. LaMichael James RB Oregon
3. Terrelle Pryor QB Ohio State
4. Cameron Newton QB Auburn
5. Kellen Moore QB Boise State

Upset Alert:
Nebraska--@ Kansas State
Arizona--vs. Oregon State
Auburn--@ Kentucky
Penn State--vs. Illinois

Phillay

I know Im late. I know I knowwww. But I had this playoffs picked and ready before and Texas seems like theyre proving me wrong. May I add I want Bobby Cox to win a Championship? Right before he kicks it.

Rays over Rangers in four: not looking good right now, but I still like the Rays. Price in game 5 will get it done.

Yankees take it to the Twins with a sweep: Morneau is too huge of a loss. They were still the underdogs without him but I can't see them winning a game.

Phillies in 4 over the Reds: I can see the Reds givin a good punch at home but shit the Phillies starters are good. I don't know why I'm giving the Reds a game but something tingles in my testicle when I hear Votto.

Braves over the Giants: Derek Lowe will be at the bar after this series and will get Bobby Shaft to the NLDS


Skip to the Showdown: Phillies over the Yanks in the ship. Its obvious both teams will be there, theyre too good. Phillies starting rotation just bends the Bankees over and Chase combs his hair after a walk off in game seven to bring Philly 2 in 3 years.

Cha

Week Four Forecast

It's week four and so far we have been off to a good start here. Still better than most ESPN experts, we aim to reverse the downward trend this week.

Jets 13 @ 16 Bills  ...No one circles the wagons like...

Bengals 23 @ 17 Browns  ...This one almost seems too obvious

Broncos 17@ 28 Titans    ....CJ2K should have a great day

Panthers 16 @ 21 Saints   ...Closer than experts think, Saints survive scare.

Lions 17 @ 41 Packers    ....You won't like Rodgers angry (as his fantasy owner I will)

Seahawks 24 @ 17 Rams   ....Rams got their first home win in 2 yrs last wk--no back-to-back

49ers 20 @ 24 Falcons   ...Desperate 49ers vs. high as the sky falcons, could be an upset.

Ravens 9 @ 20 Steelers   ...Both teams will be black and blue after, but steelers do enough.

Texans 21 @ 27 Raiders   ....This is a traditional Texans loss (says Ryan Killips)

Colts 34 @ 24 Jaguars     ....ESPN should do a commercial where Peyton is the machine.

Redskins 23 @ 20 Eagles   ....Sweet revenge for McNabb--call it justice.

Cardinals 14 @ 37 Chargers    ...Bolts are top 5 in both total offense and defense yet are just 1-2?

Bears 17 @ 20 Giants          ...G-men need a bounceback, always tough to go on road in a short week.

Patriots 28 @ 31 Dolphins    ....Only one team in this stadium can wear orange (the u) so stop it 'fins.

Week: 6-8 (ewwww)        Season: 37-25

It's baaaaaack. Guess who the man in the photo is. He filled in for John Elway (and quite effectively) during the 1999 Super Bowl season, beaten out by Brian Griese the following year for the job. Also played for the Vikings among others...

Last week's answer was Troy Vincent--correctly guessed by Andrew Killips. Congrats you have won...a mention in this post! (high-five)

Two Spots, Three Teams

It's pretty simple and exciting what's going out West in the National League as well as in Atlanta, and to be honest the outcome is completely unpredictable. But I have all the answers about who will be in the National League playoffs so you won't have to miss the games.
There is so many ways you can arrange what you think is going to happen, but you have the student text book. I have the teachers edish.

Info: x (given) =
Padres and Giants are in a battle for the West Division. The big story about them is they close out the season with a three game set. The Padres are a game back of the Giants, and a half game behind in the Wild Card (Braves).

The Braves on the other hand have Tim Hudson on the hill tonight, and finish the season with three games against the Phils.

All Three Teams have three more games against mediocre teams.

Problem: If there are two playoff spots remaining, who will win the wild card and who will win the West Divison?

Answer:
No one is hot right now. The only team hot in this equation is the Phils, but at the same time they have a playoff spot clinched. So this makes the decision hard.

The Giants are in the playoffs as the division Champions. At the least they will win a playoff showdown with Tim Lincecum on the hill. Their advantage in their current series is with the pitching probables. With no-one hot, its hard to ignore this.

Braves are back in the playoffs. They have a big two games coming up, with Hudson and Lowe on the hill. Done deal. They will be up another game by the end of the series, and will split their last series while the Padres drop a couple to the Giants.

Remember: National League Playoffs
Phillies
Reds
Giants
Braves

We Are Not The BCS...

Nope, this is the PRS, Porter Ranking System. How did last week's results affect the REAL college football polls? Have a looksie...

1. Alabama
- Completely outplayed in the first half, left for dead. Then they woke up. The heart of a champion showed. Greg McElroy still hasn't lost a game since 8th grade and the Tide continue their long SEC regular season winning streak. Arkansas was a tough test because of what they do offensively, this week the test will come from the Florida Gator defense (the best in the nation in takeaways).
Next: vs. Florida 8:00 CBS

2. Oregon
-No change in our top two. The Ducks stumbled a little against a better-than-advertised Arizona State team, but still got the win. The defense is a little bit of a concern to me, and will get tested by maybe the best team they will play all year, Stanford. This is going to be a titanic matchup that could well decide the Pac-10 champ. Will Darron Thomas, LaMichael James, and Co. have enough to beat Harbaugh's boys?
Next: vs. Stanford 8:00 ABC

3. Ohio State
- The Buckeyes rolled up more than 70 points in a drubbing of Eastern Michigan. They did enough to be encouraged but also had enough defensive breakdowns to keep them humble. This week will be their first big ten test on the road in Champaigne, Illinois against the Zookers. Don't expect too much of a contest from the Illini as the Buckeyes are superior in every phase.
Next: @ Illinois 3:30 ABC

4. TCU
-TCU got pushed by SMU on friday night on a national stage. The Horned Frogs are the more complete team of the two "BCS busters" but you wonder if theres going to be enough on even TCU's resume to legitimately but them in a national title game over a 1-loss SEC, Pac 10, or Big Ten team. One thing is for sure, WR Jeremy Kerley is fun to watch.
Next: @ Colorado State 2:00

5. Stanford
- Stanford completely dominated Notre Dame in South Bend on Saturday. I've said it before, this team reminds me more of old Miami Hurricane teams than any other team in the nation. They never, ever, let up. Up by 19 in the fourth quarter, Harbaugh STILL went for two (and got it). It's not running up the score when you preach that your team play hard for 60 mins, and thats what the Cardinal do every week, what a showdown with Oregon this week.
Next: @ Oregon 8:00 ABC

6. Boise State
-The Broncos looked good beating Oregon State on Saturday (thanks ABC for the HD of the blue field--my head still hurts). In a one game situation these broncos could play with almost anyone in the country, but I stand behind the claim that if they played a big time conference schedule they could not hold up over the course of a long season. However, if enough breaks go their way they may very well get a chance.
Next: @ New Mexico St. 8:00

7. Oklahoma
-Oklahoma again did not look sharp in playing a lesser opponent. Traditionally, the week before the Red Rivalry Shootout they seem a little lackidasical (at least they didn't lose to UCLA-LOL at Texas). This game, as usual should decide the Big 12 South, and I expect a balls to the wall Oklahoma team on Saturday playing with a chip on their shoulder. What Texas team will we see?
Next: vs. Texas 3:30 ABC (Neutral Site)

8. Nebraska
-Nebraska looked as good as any team in the country two weeks ago beating Washington and making Jake Locker look like he was in Davey Jones' locker. They soundly beat North Dakota State last week but seemed to sleepwalk through most of the game. If they show the same kind of performance this week they won't be so lucky against a tough Kansas State team led by star running back Daniel Thomas.
Next: @ Kansas State 7:30

9. Arkansas
-Arky had the champ on the ropes. Up 20-7 on defending national champion Alabama, but they couldn't knock em' out. Two body shots and two Ryan Mallett interceptions later it was over for the Hogs. Petrino had a terrific gameplan but don't blame just Mallett, his WRs dropped a TON of passes that really hurt them in the fourth quarter. I expect a let down next week vs. A&M.
Next: Idle
10. Arizona
-Arizona survived a scare against a good Cal team. A less mature team would have been too high after beating Iowa the previous week to come back and win a tough game. Credit the other Stoops and his staff as well as the Arizona players. This week they get a nice breather before heading into more Pac-10 play.
Next: Idle

Just missed the cut: Florida, Miami (FL), Wisconsin

Heisman Top 5
1. Denard Robinson QB Michigan
2. Kellen Moore QB Boise State
3. Terrelle Pryor QB Ohio State
4. Mark Ingram RB Alabama
5. Cameron Newton QB Auburn

Upset Alert:
Miami (FL)-- @ Clemson
USC--vs. Washington
NC State--vs. Virginia tech
North Carolina--vs. East Carolina