7* South Carolina +14
So let's see, last year Georgia won by 6, the year before they lost by 5, and the year before they lost by 11 as a 10-point favorite. So now Georgia is suddenly a 14-point favorite. How do they come up with these things? Admittedly the Dawgs looked great against Clemson and many of us lost a bit on that one, but maybe that says more about Clemson than Georgia considering how they looked last week against MTSU. South Carolina is always a weird team to cap -- even for a veteran SEC watcher like me. Maybe it's the Lou Holtz factor, or maybe it's because you never really seem to know how much talent they actually have. All I truly know is that they often play teams a little closer than expected, especially big rivals like Georgia. I like Georgia to win this game, but would be very surprised if they win by more than 2 TDs.
So let's see, last year Georgia won by 6, the year before they lost by 5, and the year before they lost by 11 as a 10-point favorite. So now Georgia is suddenly a 14-point favorite. How do they come up with these things? Admittedly the Dawgs looked great against Clemson and many of us lost a bit on that one, but maybe that says more about Clemson than Georgia considering how they looked last week against MTSU. South Carolina is always a weird team to cap -- even for a veteran SEC watcher like me. Maybe it's the Lou Holtz factor, or maybe it's because you never really seem to know how much talent they actually have. All I truly know is that they often play teams a little closer than expected, especially big rivals like Georgia. I like Georgia to win this game, but would be very surprised if they win by more than 2 TDs.
As you can see Reb I'm from the Memphis area and I root for them when my Dawgs aren't on possibly because over the last century they have beeen so bad. In the paper this morning they spoke of this and that with Winprine, and they do seem to be better this year than in years past. But you are right about one thing my friend- memphis is notorious for letdown losses. I forgot who it was but after the Tennessee win in 96' they lost to God knows who, some crap the following week. My problem with taking anyone in this contest is the fact that memphis, with an older Winprine and star RB Deangelo Williams do look like they might do something in C-USA this year. We will see. Winprine has no INT in 53 passing attempts, he is the number 3 rated QB in the nation in pass effeciency (191.82). How do you feel about USM offense though, can they score? They looked like shit to me in the UAB debacle. I personally take 1 unit and put it on Memphis. GL to ya.
Thanks, BIG BUCK. Good luck to you!
7* Mississippi St -3
The Bulldawgs have had a long time to contemplate the Oregon game and get it out of their system. They are fresh and ready to roll. Kevin Fant is a talented QB and RB Nick Turner is looking forward to displaying his speed and moves on astroturf. Tulane is not known for their defense, and return only 3 starters from last year's team. The Dawgs shouldn't have much difficulty outscoring them. Tulane will get their points -- J. P. Losman is a wonderful QB who will be playing on Sundays, and he has the talented Roydell Williams to throw to. RB Mewelde Moore will get his yards and possibly a TD or two. MSU's secondary is long on talent but short on experience, and they could be burned a couple of times. Still, overall, State is far more talented and has much better athletes. They should control both lines of scrimmage, and Turner could break off a kickoff return for a TD in any game now. Tulane will keep it close for a while, but in the end the Dawgs will wear them down. They should have no problem covering this modest spread. Let's put it this way -- if State loses this game, they are in for another long season and Jackie Sherrill will be looking for a nice place to retire.
10* Rutgers -6
I never dreamed I'd be on Rutgers for a 10*, but here I go. Let's face it, this Army team should be playing in 1-AA. To make matters worse, they lost their starting QB in the last game, and are a bit banged up at other positions. Rutgers beat them 44-0 last year, and I don't think the revenge motive is enough to carry the Cadets to victory a year later. There is a huge talent gap here, and Rutgers has far better athletes. This is one of the Scarlet Knights' better chances for a W this season, and they should make the most of it. Unless Rutgers collapses from the weight of being a road favorite, they should win this by far more than a touchdown.
10* Ole Miss -27
OK, I've gone with the Rebs in the last two games and have been burned both times. Still, I can't see them failing to cover this one. If they hadn't lost to Memphis last week, I wouldn't be interested in this game, but considering that loss and their narrow escape against Vanderbilt, they need a blowout in the worst way. I think they'll delight the crowd in their home opener with an impressive display of offensive fireworks. LA-Monroe lost their last game to 1-AA Sam Houston St and just don't have the athletes to hang with a bunch of frustrated and fired up Rebels. The Rebs have an off-week following this game, so there's nothing to save up for. They can take out of all their frustrations in this one game, and they undoubtedly will. Last week Memphis picked on a RFR and a true freshman at cornerback for a lot of pass yardage, but returning starter Travis Johnson returns to his position for this week after a 2-game suspension, and that will make a huge difference. Johnson, fast and 6-2 and 200, is overall the most talented member of the secondary and one of the premier athletes on the Ole Miss team. He'll be playing on Sundays one day. RFR Jamal Pittman, an extremely talented, 6-1, 240 pound RB returning from knee surgery, ripped off a 17-yard gain in his first career carry against Memphis, and more and more each week will help upgrade the previously dismal running game. We could see a lot more of him in this game. Eli will be Eli and continues to set new passing records each week. In short, this should be a sure-fire blowout special. I feel no hesitation whatsoever in laying all those points.
As usual, if there are any more games to follow, they will be in this same thread.
Good luck to all, and enjoy your weekend!
7* Mississippi St -3
The Bulldawgs have had a long time to contemplate the Oregon game and get it out of their system. They are fresh and ready to roll. Kevin Fant is a talented QB and RB Nick Turner is looking forward to displaying his speed and moves on astroturf. Tulane is not known for their defense, and return only 3 starters from last year's team. The Dawgs shouldn't have much difficulty outscoring them. Tulane will get their points -- J. P. Losman is a wonderful QB who will be playing on Sundays, and he has the talented Roydell Williams to throw to. RB Mewelde Moore will get his yards and possibly a TD or two. MSU's secondary is long on talent but short on experience, and they could be burned a couple of times. Still, overall, State is far more talented and has much better athletes. They should control both lines of scrimmage, and Turner could break off a kickoff return for a TD in any game now. Tulane will keep it close for a while, but in the end the Dawgs will wear them down. They should have no problem covering this modest spread. Let's put it this way -- if State loses this game, they are in for another long season and Jackie Sherrill will be looking for a nice place to retire.
10* Rutgers -6
I never dreamed I'd be on Rutgers for a 10*, but here I go. Let's face it, this Army team should be playing in 1-AA. To make matters worse, they lost their starting QB in the last game, and are a bit banged up at other positions. Rutgers beat them 44-0 last year, and I don't think the revenge motive is enough to carry the Cadets to victory a year later. There is a huge talent gap here, and Rutgers has far better athletes. This is one of the Scarlet Knights' better chances for a W this season, and they should make the most of it. Unless Rutgers collapses from the weight of being a road favorite, they should win this by far more than a touchdown.
10* Ole Miss -27
OK, I've gone with the Rebs in the last two games and have been burned both times. Still, I can't see them failing to cover this one. If they hadn't lost to Memphis last week, I wouldn't be interested in this game, but considering that loss and their narrow escape against Vanderbilt, they need a blowout in the worst way. I think they'll delight the crowd in their home opener with an impressive display of offensive fireworks. LA-Monroe lost their last game to 1-AA Sam Houston St and just don't have the athletes to hang with a bunch of frustrated and fired up Rebels. The Rebs have an off-week following this game, so there's nothing to save up for. They can take out of all their frustrations in this one game, and they undoubtedly will. Last week Memphis picked on a RFR and a true freshman at cornerback for a lot of pass yardage, but returning starter Travis Johnson returns to his position for this week after a 2-game suspension, and that will make a huge difference. Johnson, fast and 6-2 and 200, is overall the most talented member of the secondary and one of the premier athletes on the Ole Miss team. He'll be playing on Sundays one day. RFR Jamal Pittman, an extremely talented, 6-1, 240 pound RB returning from knee surgery, ripped off a 17-yard gain in his first career carry against Memphis, and more and more each week will help upgrade the previously dismal running game. We could see a lot more of him in this game. Eli will be Eli and continues to set new passing records each week. In short, this should be a sure-fire blowout special. I feel no hesitation whatsoever in laying all those points.
As usual, if there are any more games to follow, they will be in this same thread.
Good luck to all, and enjoy your weekend!
7* Boise St -21.5
Boise warmed up with Idaho St last week 62-0 while Idaho lost to Eastern Washington 8-5 in what looks like a baseball game. In the last five years Boise is 5-1 SU and ATS verses Idaho. Their average score in the last four years is 49-18. The only scary thing about this game is that it looks too easy. I'll go for it.
Boise warmed up with Idaho St last week 62-0 while Idaho lost to Eastern Washington 8-5 in what looks like a baseball game. In the last five years Boise is 5-1 SU and ATS verses Idaho. Their average score in the last four years is 49-18. The only scary thing about this game is that it looks too easy. I'll go for it.
5* North Carolina St +10
OK, I'll bite. Hugely disappointed that NCSt isn't at full strength for this game. If they were completely healthy, this would be my upset special of the month, at least. As it is, I have full faith in Coach Amato to do whatever is necessary to have his team prepared to win this game. The Buckeyes won a lot of close games last season, and if they manage not to lose this one, I feel it will be another very close victory. Frankly, I think they are ripe for the upset, I just wish RB McLendon was at full strength. The Wolfpack is 7-0 ATS as a road dog under Amato, and 5-2 ATS verses the Big 10. I think this will be a fun game to watch, and I look forward to watching QB Rivers do his thing.
OK, I'll bite. Hugely disappointed that NCSt isn't at full strength for this game. If they were completely healthy, this would be my upset special of the month, at least. As it is, I have full faith in Coach Amato to do whatever is necessary to have his team prepared to win this game. The Buckeyes won a lot of close games last season, and if they manage not to lose this one, I feel it will be another very close victory. Frankly, I think they are ripe for the upset, I just wish RB McLendon was at full strength. The Wolfpack is 7-0 ATS as a road dog under Amato, and 5-2 ATS verses the Big 10. I think this will be a fun game to watch, and I look forward to watching QB Rivers do his thing.
Here's an overview of all my games:
10* Ole Miss -27
10* Rutgers -6
10* Purdue +1.5
7* Vanderbilt +12.5
7* Miss St -3
7* UConn +4.5
7* South Carolina +14
7* Boise St -21.5
5* North Carolina St +10
5* Southern Miss -5
5* Georgia Tech +24.5
5* Oregon -11.5
That should hold us this weekend. I guess it's next week that I'll be taking fewer games
Good luck to all!
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10* Ole Miss -27
10* Rutgers -6
10* Purdue +1.5
7* Vanderbilt +12.5
7* Miss St -3
7* UConn +4.5
7* South Carolina +14
7* Boise St -21.5
5* North Carolina St +10
5* Southern Miss -5
5* Georgia Tech +24.5
5* Oregon -11.5
That should hold us this weekend. I guess it's next week that I'll be taking fewer games
Good luck to all!
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