1) Introducing the 3PS Jinx
After giving some praise to the Vanderbilt football team a couple of weeks back, their season has taken a drastic step backwards with some disappointing losses. I feel now compelled to take responsibility for the losses as some kind of jinx put on the team. Hmm, who else can I take down. How about the Titans. May as well pick on all Tennessee teams. Oh, I would have given some props to OSU but they already got handled today by Penn State.
2) Contest Winner Gets a Kickstart from TTU
For kicking a 30 yard field goal at halftime, he already won a 6 months free rent, but Texas Tech student Matt Williams now could win a much cooler prize - a walkon roster position for the Red Raiders. After landing the kick with what was described as a 'sweet and smooth' kick, Texas Tech coach Mike Leach had someone track down the kid for a walk-on invite. Timing is everything and after the 4 missed PATs this season, Williams just might get his shot!
3) Keepin' it in Texas
Longhorns remain at #1 and COlt McCoy has ensured he remains #1 with his fans after announcing he will be back in Austin next year. He may well have booked a trip to NY for the Heisman finals and also is on the verge of a trip to Miami for the BCSNCG. However, the formentioned Red Raiders would like to take the bragging rights in the Lone Star state in what should be an interesting next week matchup
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
13 Oct - 2008
1) ROY WILLIAMS A COWBOY!
Ok so the historically inept safety, he of the horsecollar fame, is already a cowboy, but now a real contributing Roy Williams will wear the star as Jerry Jones produces the most exciting mid-season news in years. The standout WR will get to move from the mediocrity of Detroit to the heights of Dallas, receiving passes from backup QB Brad Johnson now that Romo is out for 4-6 weeks. Williams is a legit weapon, unlike the downward sloping TO, who will now have a legitimate threat to his touches. In Detroit, all they need to do now to eliminate any traces of the Matt Millen drafting era, is to eliminate Matt Millen from existence, or at least our memory.
2) Bye Bye Bowden
Not even another last ditch Bowden Bowl win to save his job was on the cards, with the son of the legendary coach resigning after a poor start for Clemson this season. With expectations high, performance has been even more underwhelming, Bowden not opting to wait to get fired. Where to now? Don't be surprised to Jags Off Coordinator Dirk Koetter return to the college ranks. Clemson would love to lure Bill Cowher out of retirement, after all, he does spend his time in the Carolinas, but his return will likely be to the pro ranks.
3) Pacman Bites it Again
Another 4 week ban. What a tool. Enough said.
Ok so the historically inept safety, he of the horsecollar fame, is already a cowboy, but now a real contributing Roy Williams will wear the star as Jerry Jones produces the most exciting mid-season news in years. The standout WR will get to move from the mediocrity of Detroit to the heights of Dallas, receiving passes from backup QB Brad Johnson now that Romo is out for 4-6 weeks. Williams is a legit weapon, unlike the downward sloping TO, who will now have a legitimate threat to his touches. In Detroit, all they need to do now to eliminate any traces of the Matt Millen drafting era, is to eliminate Matt Millen from existence, or at least our memory.
2) Bye Bye Bowden
Not even another last ditch Bowden Bowl win to save his job was on the cards, with the son of the legendary coach resigning after a poor start for Clemson this season. With expectations high, performance has been even more underwhelming, Bowden not opting to wait to get fired. Where to now? Don't be surprised to Jags Off Coordinator Dirk Koetter return to the college ranks. Clemson would love to lure Bill Cowher out of retirement, after all, he does spend his time in the Carolinas, but his return will likely be to the pro ranks.
3) Pacman Bites it Again
Another 4 week ban. What a tool. Enough said.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
8 October - 2008
1) Don't bet on my picks
That is the story in the NCAA and NFL this season. Anyone who spends their time trying to make a buck out of betting on game results would be nuts. You may as well just invest in the banking industry. If at this point in either season you would have predicted the undefeated, you share a chromosome with John Edward. Not a psychic type, a nutjob type. No doubt we will have our share more upsets and strange results. High five for parity!
2) Guarantees?
Where are they? Since Kitna opened his trap again for his 10-win Lions guarantee, there has been nothing on the horizon. Maybe that ties in with the previous item - nothing is predictable. Except maybe that at some point TO will demand the ball more. And sure does Romo know about that.
3) Vintage Vandy
Ok, so there is nothing vintage about the success of Vanderbilt in football, but they are having a great start to the season, their Auburn victory sensational. Here's hoping they can endure and keep springing the upsets.
That is the story in the NCAA and NFL this season. Anyone who spends their time trying to make a buck out of betting on game results would be nuts. You may as well just invest in the banking industry. If at this point in either season you would have predicted the undefeated, you share a chromosome with John Edward. Not a psychic type, a nutjob type. No doubt we will have our share more upsets and strange results. High five for parity!
2) Guarantees?
Where are they? Since Kitna opened his trap again for his 10-win Lions guarantee, there has been nothing on the horizon. Maybe that ties in with the previous item - nothing is predictable. Except maybe that at some point TO will demand the ball more. And sure does Romo know about that.
3) Vintage Vandy
Ok, so there is nothing vintage about the success of Vanderbilt in football, but they are having a great start to the season, their Auburn victory sensational. Here's hoping they can endure and keep springing the upsets.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
1 Oct - 2008 (NCAA Edition)
1) Who for Heisman?
The candidates are dropping out more than they are raising their hands. The losses by their teams don't help. Beanie Wells was a front-runner but his injury limited him. Maybe if he is back and dominates over the rest of the year his importance and chances increase, goodness knows the Buckeyes couldn't beat USC without him. Knowshon Moreno was looking the goods until GA couldn't get him in the game because they were being spanked so hard by the Tide. Chase Daniel continues to put up the big numbers and will be a finalist, but it will all depend on how Missouri continues. WVUs battles have hurt Pat White and his quest no doubt. Tebow is having a down year statistically, and again, the loss to Ole Miss can't help. I see Sam Bradford as a real contender now and if the Sooners remain high up, he should be a great shot, along with fellow QB Colt McCoy of Texas.
2) Coaching Chaos
Ok, so no firings, but plenty on the hot seat, and some who have just started. Rich Rodriguez has begun his reclamation project in Ann Arbor, but for the Michigan faithful, it is hard going. The late flurry to knock off Wisconsin was a godsend for RR, but the first half offensive showing was just god-awful. Phil Fulmer will exit stage left at the end of the season, his underachieving team being booed already. Cue Lane Kiffin, the next coach of the Vols. Ty Willingham is having a tough year at UDub, and now with Jake Locker out for a while, his job keeps harder to retain. Now the question is - does Jim Mora Jr stay as heir apparent to Mike Holmgren in Seattle, or does he return to his alma mater for his 'Dream Job'.
3) Fab Freshman
Never before has there been such a strong lineup of contributing freshmen. Here is a few: Julio Jones in Alabama, Sam McGuffie in Michigan, AJ Green in Georgia, Rodney Stewart at Colorado, Terrelle Prior in Ohio State (damn, why didn't be go to Mich), Jacquizz Rodgers in Oregon State just to name a few.
The candidates are dropping out more than they are raising their hands. The losses by their teams don't help. Beanie Wells was a front-runner but his injury limited him. Maybe if he is back and dominates over the rest of the year his importance and chances increase, goodness knows the Buckeyes couldn't beat USC without him. Knowshon Moreno was looking the goods until GA couldn't get him in the game because they were being spanked so hard by the Tide. Chase Daniel continues to put up the big numbers and will be a finalist, but it will all depend on how Missouri continues. WVUs battles have hurt Pat White and his quest no doubt. Tebow is having a down year statistically, and again, the loss to Ole Miss can't help. I see Sam Bradford as a real contender now and if the Sooners remain high up, he should be a great shot, along with fellow QB Colt McCoy of Texas.
2) Coaching Chaos
Ok, so no firings, but plenty on the hot seat, and some who have just started. Rich Rodriguez has begun his reclamation project in Ann Arbor, but for the Michigan faithful, it is hard going. The late flurry to knock off Wisconsin was a godsend for RR, but the first half offensive showing was just god-awful. Phil Fulmer will exit stage left at the end of the season, his underachieving team being booed already. Cue Lane Kiffin, the next coach of the Vols. Ty Willingham is having a tough year at UDub, and now with Jake Locker out for a while, his job keeps harder to retain. Now the question is - does Jim Mora Jr stay as heir apparent to Mike Holmgren in Seattle, or does he return to his alma mater for his 'Dream Job'.
3) Fab Freshman
Never before has there been such a strong lineup of contributing freshmen. Here is a few: Julio Jones in Alabama, Sam McGuffie in Michigan, AJ Green in Georgia, Rodney Stewart at Colorado, Terrelle Prior in Ohio State (damn, why didn't be go to Mich), Jacquizz Rodgers in Oregon State just to name a few.
1 October - 2008 (NFL Edition)
It has clearly been too hectic a football season, so hectic that this blogger has spent to much time watching to blog...damn ESPN Gameplan.
Anyway, here is a two-pronged attack for today (1 NFL and 1 College edition).
1) Fired Coaches
Kiffin and Linehan gone. Rams stink. Al Davis stinks. The Rams coach wasn't helped by his players as they never even flirted with mediocrity this season so far, so he is gone and former Saints HC Jim Haslett is in the batters circle. What is the long term future here? All the usual suspects will rear their head at season end, but how about the return of Brian Billick to the HC ranks...that could be a possibility. As for the Raiders, who wants that gig? Davis has done a great job of scaring off every coach in recent history, so I can't see anyone other than ex-Raiders or desperados wanting that job. Not looking good in Oakland.
2) Surpises
Tennessee having Vince Young hurt was possibly the best thing for that team. He is a distraction and a liability on offense. Let the good runners run and have the QB manage the game. Kerry Collins works for now. I am inclined to give Chris Simms the chance to earn it next year. Buffalo were not a bad team last year and now, with the further development of Trent Edwards and more weapons, Dick Jauron has his team playing hard. On the downside, how about the return of the Bungles. Marvin Lewis is closing in on becoming the next canned coach.
3) Throwbacks
I like a good throwback uni. I don't like what I have seen so far. The NY Titans look the Jets wore...despite the result, pretty titanic. As for the Steelers, weak. San Diego made the powder blue throwback so good that nobody will ever match it. Perhaps the Rams need the return of the yellow from the ED days back to get their mojo going.
Anyway, here is a two-pronged attack for today (1 NFL and 1 College edition).
1) Fired Coaches
Kiffin and Linehan gone. Rams stink. Al Davis stinks. The Rams coach wasn't helped by his players as they never even flirted with mediocrity this season so far, so he is gone and former Saints HC Jim Haslett is in the batters circle. What is the long term future here? All the usual suspects will rear their head at season end, but how about the return of Brian Billick to the HC ranks...that could be a possibility. As for the Raiders, who wants that gig? Davis has done a great job of scaring off every coach in recent history, so I can't see anyone other than ex-Raiders or desperados wanting that job. Not looking good in Oakland.
2) Surpises
Tennessee having Vince Young hurt was possibly the best thing for that team. He is a distraction and a liability on offense. Let the good runners run and have the QB manage the game. Kerry Collins works for now. I am inclined to give Chris Simms the chance to earn it next year. Buffalo were not a bad team last year and now, with the further development of Trent Edwards and more weapons, Dick Jauron has his team playing hard. On the downside, how about the return of the Bungles. Marvin Lewis is closing in on becoming the next canned coach.
3) Throwbacks
I like a good throwback uni. I don't like what I have seen so far. The NY Titans look the Jets wore...despite the result, pretty titanic. As for the Steelers, weak. San Diego made the powder blue throwback so good that nobody will ever match it. Perhaps the Rams need the return of the yellow from the ED days back to get their mojo going.
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