LSUPete
For what it's worth I may have been taking a closer look at the #2 ranked team in the country. Personally, I think LSU does win on Saturday and the suits may shove it in USC's ass again this year...I have already heard stories that they want to match Michigan and USC in the Rose Bowl. So if/when LSU wins on Saturday they very well could move LSU ahead of USC. Seriously, with a LSU victory over the #5 ranked Georgia Bulldogs it very well could vault them over USC even if they had an impressive victory over the UNRANKED Beavers from Oregon State....
Bernie
For what it's worth I may have been taking a closer look at the #2 ranked team in the country. Personally, I think LSU does win on Saturday and the suits may shove it in USC's ass again this year...I have already heard stories that they want to match Michigan and USC in the Rose Bowl. So if/when LSU wins on Saturday they very well could move LSU ahead of USC. Seriously, with a LSU victory over the #5 ranked Georgia Bulldogs it very well could vault them over USC even if they had an impressive victory over the UNRANKED Beavers from Oregon State....
Bernie
Thursday update......
It is a cold raw day in Athens Georgia and the Dawgs are not excited about running around outside in this weather. Pollack's toe is giving him fits and the cold turf will not help. Cooper is still limping...Lumpkin will probably start, Geathers is not moving well with his deep thigh bruise...Gibson don't like running and practicing in cold weather due to his sensitive hammies. Richt was lamenting the weather this morning as were some of the Dawgs. They had much rather be lying next to the fireplace reading all the articles about how great they are.
Got all this info from a big Dawg Alumni(I am talking about someone who can pick up the phone and talk to Richt)and he told me he is not comfortable about this game. Said the team seems to be tight and not practicing well. Said Richt and VanGorder got on some asses yesterday as they seemed to just go through the motions with a lot of jawing and grab-assing. Those who are banged up are not able or willing to give a 100% and it still leaves a lot of questions as to their ability to contribute. My buddy said the team is anxious to play, but not practice. Also said Bennett was all over the damn place kicking off the artificial turf, and not focused. I think UGA still has the old carpet turf, unless they changed it in the last year. It will be worse today....and wet.
Anyway, mypal is a dyed in the wool Dawg fan, but knows his football (he played there when I was at LSU) and calls it like he sees it. He is worried and thinks the Dawgs may be walking into an ambush against a peaking LSU team. He thinks Dawgs will have to force or get turnovers to win. He said if all things equal out, LSU will probably win due to skill players on both sides.
You guys can poo poo all over this, but remember, ya'll are always begging for inside scoop....and this is it.
It is a cold raw day in Athens Georgia and the Dawgs are not excited about running around outside in this weather. Pollack's toe is giving him fits and the cold turf will not help. Cooper is still limping...Lumpkin will probably start, Geathers is not moving well with his deep thigh bruise...Gibson don't like running and practicing in cold weather due to his sensitive hammies. Richt was lamenting the weather this morning as were some of the Dawgs. They had much rather be lying next to the fireplace reading all the articles about how great they are.
Got all this info from a big Dawg Alumni(I am talking about someone who can pick up the phone and talk to Richt)and he told me he is not comfortable about this game. Said the team seems to be tight and not practicing well. Said Richt and VanGorder got on some asses yesterday as they seemed to just go through the motions with a lot of jawing and grab-assing. Those who are banged up are not able or willing to give a 100% and it still leaves a lot of questions as to their ability to contribute. My buddy said the team is anxious to play, but not practice. Also said Bennett was all over the damn place kicking off the artificial turf, and not focused. I think UGA still has the old carpet turf, unless they changed it in the last year. It will be worse today....and wet.
Anyway, mypal is a dyed in the wool Dawg fan, but knows his football (he played there when I was at LSU) and calls it like he sees it. He is worried and thinks the Dawgs may be walking into an ambush against a peaking LSU team. He thinks Dawgs will have to force or get turnovers to win. He said if all things equal out, LSU will probably win due to skill players on both sides.
You guys can poo poo all over this, but remember, ya'll are always begging for inside scoop....and this is it.
LSUpete >>>
Thanks for the update:
I believe UGA has an indoor practice facility at their disposal and Im 100% POSITIVE that UGA always practices on artificial turf (I've watched them practice many times). So Im not sure about your Billy Bennett comments. He missed 3 FG's against LSU (possibly costing us the win) but has been on fire ever since. Don't worry about ol' BB.
Now I can't comment on the "jawing and grab-assing", but Richt and VanGorder our two coaches who wouldn't tolerate such behavior. VanGoyder is a bad MoFo and will have this defense fired up come Saturday.
BTY - Are you going to the game?? Ill Be there.
gl & GO DAWGS!
Thanks for the update:
I believe UGA has an indoor practice facility at their disposal and Im 100% POSITIVE that UGA always practices on artificial turf (I've watched them practice many times). So Im not sure about your Billy Bennett comments. He missed 3 FG's against LSU (possibly costing us the win) but has been on fire ever since. Don't worry about ol' BB.
Now I can't comment on the "jawing and grab-assing", but Richt and VanGorder our two coaches who wouldn't tolerate such behavior. VanGoyder is a bad MoFo and will have this defense fired up come Saturday.
BTY - Are you going to the game?? Ill Be there.
gl & GO DAWGS!
This is a very scary game to risk any of your bankroll on unless you will be in attendance. Which in that case you'll have no choice. As a huge GA fan I must admit that everything points to a LSU win and cover in this game. I believe that the first meeting between these two this year GA was hands down the better football team on the field that day in Baton Rouge, however, as of late LSU seems to be playing much more solid football then my beloved DAWGS. As well as the Tigers have been playing and the fact that a win will leave them with a chance to make it to N.O. should scare the shit out of any gambler. I have only been a player for about seven years and it seems like everytime a team should win and cover for every reason they end up crushing their fans and gamblers from coast to coast while funding a Swiss account for the Books. Come to think of it wasn't it this same game a few years ago when Tennesse had everything pointing in their direction. The much better team and a win would send them to the NC Game. What do you know? Everything pointed for a sure Tenn win and cover which was the perfect time for a let down against LSU. No game is a sure winner in the world of sports betting.
Betting on LSU Saturday - $220
Watching a hell of a game while getting paid huge with Oregon St. +21 and Ok -14.... Priceless
Betting on LSU Saturday - $220
Watching a hell of a game while getting paid huge with Oregon St. +21 and Ok -14.... Priceless
LSU - OFFENSE: LSU became the SEC's top scoring team (35 points per game) after beating Arkansas 55-24 last week. LSU has averaged 220.3 yards rushing over its past six games, mostly because of its balance. The Tigers lack that one back to carry the load, but freshmen Justin Vincent and Alley Broussard have emerged as capable, productive backs over the second half of the season. The balance has helped QB Matt Mauck grow as a passer, with 17 touchdown passes in the past six games, but Ole Miss proved recently that he can be rattled, intercepting three passes and returning one for a touchdown.
LSU - DEFENSE
LSU's defense entered the season as a concern, but now it's the team's primary strength. The Tigers rank No. 1 in the nation in scoring defense (10.7 points per game), second in total defense (260.4 yards per game), and third in rushing defense (69.7 yards per game). The Tigers also rank third in the SEC with 28 takeaways and lead the SEC with 33 sacks, including four when they played Georgia in September.
Georgia - OFFENSE: After a midseason slump, the Bulldogs have averaged 376 yards in their past four games, including 341 in last week's 34-17 victory at Georgia Tech. At the same time, QB David Greene has rebounded from a rash of interceptions; he had thrown nine in six games, by has not had any passes picked off in the past three. It also helps to have WR Fred Gibson back and healthy, with 11 catches for 245 yards in the past three games. Now if the Bulldogs could just improve their pass protection and find one back they can count on to carry the load.
Georgia - DEFENSE
LSU leads the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 10.6 points per game, but Georgia isn't far behind, allowing 11.8. The Bulldogs also allow only 90.1 rushing yards per game and 171.8 passing. However, the Bulldogs also allowed a season-high 401 yards to Georgia Tech and they can be beaten by a team capable of running the ball and a quarterback who can break containment. LSU can do both of those things.
wil.
LSU - DEFENSE
LSU's defense entered the season as a concern, but now it's the team's primary strength. The Tigers rank No. 1 in the nation in scoring defense (10.7 points per game), second in total defense (260.4 yards per game), and third in rushing defense (69.7 yards per game). The Tigers also rank third in the SEC with 28 takeaways and lead the SEC with 33 sacks, including four when they played Georgia in September.
Georgia - OFFENSE: After a midseason slump, the Bulldogs have averaged 376 yards in their past four games, including 341 in last week's 34-17 victory at Georgia Tech. At the same time, QB David Greene has rebounded from a rash of interceptions; he had thrown nine in six games, by has not had any passes picked off in the past three. It also helps to have WR Fred Gibson back and healthy, with 11 catches for 245 yards in the past three games. Now if the Bulldogs could just improve their pass protection and find one back they can count on to carry the load.
Georgia - DEFENSE
LSU leads the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 10.6 points per game, but Georgia isn't far behind, allowing 11.8. The Bulldogs also allow only 90.1 rushing yards per game and 171.8 passing. However, the Bulldogs also allowed a season-high 401 yards to Georgia Tech and they can be beaten by a team capable of running the ball and a quarterback who can break containment. LSU can do both of those things.
wil.
Heard this morning there were 2 players starting tonight that shouldn't even be on the field because of injuries...They will not make it to the 2nd quarter....I wonder what team that is?...This line is off by at least 10 points...GO Dawgs---You are absolutely correct---Scary game if you are reading anything but current facts and Team status here....Throw out all should have- could have- would haves and any trends that you want to apply..This will be the best college football game we have seen in years and the best team will win....
Geaux Orangemen!
Geaux Orangemen!
