Week 5 seems as good a week as any to start this. With parity the way it is this year, it probably makes more sense to flip a coin then to actually use logic and game info to predict who's going to win each game. But anyways, here are my picks...
- New England over Cleveland - The Browns' defense will get toasted.
- Seattle over Pittsburgh - Too many playmakers on Seattle's defense. Offensive turnovers will cost the Steelers another game here.
- New Orleans over Carolina - The Saints aren't going to lose 10 or 12 games, they're not that bad.
- Washington over Detroit - I'll take Washington's underrated defense against Detroit's overachieving offense.
- NY Jets over NY Giants - This is basically a coin-flip. The Giants defense is not for real, despite beating down on a Westbrook-less Eagles team last week.
- Houston over Miami - Ronnie Brown is about all there is to Miami's offense. And he's facing one of the tougher run defenses in the league. It'll be close, but Texans win.
- Tennessee over Atlanta - The Falcon's aren't as bad as advertised, but the Titans should run all over them.
- Kansas City over Jacksonville - An extremely low-scoring game, with Kansas City edging it out.
- Arizona over St. Louis - I'll go with Kurt Leinart (or is it Matt Warner this week?) and Edge over St. Louis' awful defense.
- Indianapolis over Tampa Bay - The Colts are still that good.
- San Diego over Denver - LT will have a monster game this week.
- SF over Baltimore - Take the under here. I'll be shocked if either team scores more than 1 TD.
- Green Bay over Chicago - Possible blowout. Like a 41-3 type blowout.
- Dallas over Buffalo - Buffalo's pass defense is in deep doo-doo.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Ninja Baseball! Cuz That's Just How We Roll.
And now we dip into the Lost In Translation File for our YouTube clip o' the day...
Honestly, I don't think that needs much explanation. What do you want me to say? It's baseball. The same sport where the managers wear full, game-ready uniforms, and a shaving cream pie to the face is still as funny as ever. Apparently you just don't get it.
Honestly, I don't think that needs much explanation. What do you want me to say? It's baseball. The same sport where the managers wear full, game-ready uniforms, and a shaving cream pie to the face is still as funny as ever. Apparently you just don't get it.
Week 6 AP College Football Poll: Delusions Of Grandeur
Let's have a look at the top 10 of the AP poll this week.
Good times, good times.
This past Saturday was chock full of upsets. So it's no surprise that their was a bit of a shakeup in the top ten. What is surprising, however, is that it wasn't more drastic. Florida and Oklahoma remain in the top 10, despite loses to unranked opponents.
The other big change was at the top spot. USC won a tough road game at Washington, while LSU beat down on Tulane, which somehow led to LSU claiming numero uno. The voting was close though, which is somewhat encouraging. You could make arguments for both squads being the best in the nation, but I can't see how the results of last week's games should have shifted the balance.
We'll find out in the next few weeks just how good Kentucky is. And if they deserve they're ranking. Same with LSU.
| 1. LSU (33) 5-0 1,593 |
| 2. USC (32) 4-0 1,591 |
| 3. California 5-0 1,475 |
| 4. Ohio State 5-0 1,420 |
| 5. Wisconsin 5-0 1,271 |
| 6. South Florida 4-0 1,203 |
| 7. Boston College 5-0 1,172 |
| 8. Kentucky 5-0 1,143 |
| 9. Florida 4-1 1,031 |
| 10. Oklahoma 4-1 992 |
Good times, good times.
This past Saturday was chock full of upsets. So it's no surprise that their was a bit of a shakeup in the top ten. What is surprising, however, is that it wasn't more drastic. Florida and Oklahoma remain in the top 10, despite loses to unranked opponents.
The other big change was at the top spot. USC won a tough road game at Washington, while LSU beat down on Tulane, which somehow led to LSU claiming numero uno. The voting was close though, which is somewhat encouraging. You could make arguments for both squads being the best in the nation, but I can't see how the results of last week's games should have shifted the balance.
We'll find out in the next few weeks just how good Kentucky is. And if they deserve they're ranking. Same with LSU.
Playoffs: NL Style!
While the Mets are at home playing X-Box, the big boys in the NL will be squaring off in NLDS match-ups this week. Colorado is the obvious Cinderella story this year, with the Phillies not far behind. Actually the NL playoffs are full of fresh faces this year, with the Cubs facing the Arizona in the opposite match-up. Colorado has been the hottest by far, but all these teams have momentum entering the playoffs. Here's how I see it going down...
Rockies vs Phillies -
The Rockies were basically the anti-Mets during the last few weeks of the regular season. Where the Mets couldn't seem to win a game, the Rockies simply could not lose. They are hitting out of their minds (see last night's game), and probably playing way way over their heads. I see a fun series, with Philadelphia edging out Colorado in a 5 game series.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks -
You gotta love the Cubs. That is, unless you don't. They're the lone lovable losers now that Boston has a WS under their belt. And what happened after Boston won a title? Besides 90% of the citizens of New England getting wasted? They became one of the most annoying teams in the league, almost overnight. Something tells me if the Cubs were to somehow win a title, they'd be the most annoying sports franchise in history, instantly. I'm not sure why I feel this way, just a hunch.
But back to the lecture at hand. This is another tight series that could go either way. Arizona has home field advantage (which almost works in Chicago's favor, considering the amount of bad playoff luck wrapped up in The Friendly Confines), but in this series I don't think that holds much weight. I like Arizona's pitching more, so I give the edge to the D'Backs. Probably another 5 game series.
Rockies vs Phillies -
The Rockies were basically the anti-Mets during the last few weeks of the regular season. Where the Mets couldn't seem to win a game, the Rockies simply could not lose. They are hitting out of their minds (see last night's game), and probably playing way way over their heads. I see a fun series, with Philadelphia edging out Colorado in a 5 game series.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks -
You gotta love the Cubs. That is, unless you don't. They're the lone lovable losers now that Boston has a WS under their belt. And what happened after Boston won a title? Besides 90% of the citizens of New England getting wasted? They became one of the most annoying teams in the league, almost overnight. Something tells me if the Cubs were to somehow win a title, they'd be the most annoying sports franchise in history, instantly. I'm not sure why I feel this way, just a hunch.
But back to the lecture at hand. This is another tight series that could go either way. Arizona has home field advantage (which almost works in Chicago's favor, considering the amount of bad playoff luck wrapped up in The Friendly Confines), but in this series I don't think that holds much weight. I like Arizona's pitching more, so I give the edge to the D'Backs. Probably another 5 game series.
Playoffs? Don't Talk About Playoffs! Playoffs? Are You Kidding Me? AL Version.
Yup, it's time to talk baseball playoffs. While most people are fidgeting with their fantasy football rosters, or scratching their head at the college football polls (we'll get to that tomorrow), the MLB division series playoffs begin on Wednesday at ballparks across the country.
The Rockies just snuck in last night by beating the Padres in an extra-innings thriller. The winning run wasn't even scored, that's how crazy it was! Well, it was technically scored. We'll gloss over the minor detail of home plate not actually being tagged.
Ok, now for my Nostradamus-like predictions. We won't mention that before the season started, I only predicted 2 of these 8 squads would make the playoffs. Nope, I see no reason to bring that up.
Red Sox vs The Angels
With the best record in the AL, Boston has earned home-field throughout the playoffs. I think that's pretty important, considering the atmosphere at Fenway Park, and the crazies that will come out. That said, this should be a helluva series. I see it going 4 or 5 games, with the Angels advancing to the ALCS. For the most part, Boston hobbled into the playoffs. While the Angels quietly ran away with West. I see Boston winning the first Game 1, and then falling to Mike Scioscia's club as the series progresses. Can't wait for the first game. A stellar pitching match-up, with Cy Young quality pitchers in Beckett and Lackey going head-to-head.
Yankees vs Indians
The Yankees go into the playoffs running on all cylinders, with an impressive finish to the season. A-Rod has had an ungodly couple of months here, and it certainly looks as though he should exercise his playoff performance demons in this series. That said, I can't see the Yanks defeating the Indians. The Tribe is just stacked all over the place with talent. CC Sabathia is the best pitcher in the game right now, though he may lose the Cy to Beckett. Where the Yankees are tired and downright elderly at certain positions, the Indians are bright, energetic, and damn talented. I see a 3 game series, with the Tribe rolling over the Bronx Bombers.
NL Tomorrow
Hey Hey Hey, Good Bye.
The Rockies just snuck in last night by beating the Padres in an extra-innings thriller. The winning run wasn't even scored, that's how crazy it was! Well, it was technically scored. We'll gloss over the minor detail of home plate not actually being tagged.
Ok, now for my Nostradamus-like predictions. We won't mention that before the season started, I only predicted 2 of these 8 squads would make the playoffs. Nope, I see no reason to bring that up.
Red Sox vs The Angels
With the best record in the AL, Boston has earned home-field throughout the playoffs. I think that's pretty important, considering the atmosphere at Fenway Park, and the crazies that will come out. That said, this should be a helluva series. I see it going 4 or 5 games, with the Angels advancing to the ALCS. For the most part, Boston hobbled into the playoffs. While the Angels quietly ran away with West. I see Boston winning the first Game 1, and then falling to Mike Scioscia's club as the series progresses. Can't wait for the first game. A stellar pitching match-up, with Cy Young quality pitchers in Beckett and Lackey going head-to-head.
Yankees vs Indians
The Yankees go into the playoffs running on all cylinders, with an impressive finish to the season. A-Rod has had an ungodly couple of months here, and it certainly looks as though he should exercise his playoff performance demons in this series. That said, I can't see the Yanks defeating the Indians. The Tribe is just stacked all over the place with talent. CC Sabathia is the best pitcher in the game right now, though he may lose the Cy to Beckett. Where the Yankees are tired and downright elderly at certain positions, the Indians are bright, energetic, and damn talented. I see a 3 game series, with the Tribe rolling over the Bronx Bombers.
NL Tomorrow
Hey Hey Hey, Good Bye.
Monday, October 1, 2007
WWE No Mercy Predictions And Hilarity!
Sunday's right around the corner. And you know what that means, right? Chances are the WWE is going to produce a PPV. It's the laws of probability 'n stuff. Gotta have one. There's no time to build up feuds, or any of that old-school nonsense. It's all about the here and now. What have you done for me lately?
Hmm, on second thought, maybe the WWE doesn't want to go that route. Lately, the WWE has sucked. But this Sunday, we can put all of that behind us. It's a new day. And if you believe that, I've got some TNA stock I'd like to sell ya.
Looks like Orton's going for a modified People's Eyebrow there.
As of right now, there are only 5 matches scheduled on WWE.com. Which makes me think that they're either going to add a few on Smackdown this Thursday (hopefully something involving MVP and/or Matt Hardy), or the Cena/Orton match is going to be pretty long and drawn out. And will hopefully end with Cena dead, or at least belt-less. Also, Jericho might make an appearance. Although I wish they'd wait until Monday to trot him out.
Anyways, here's what I think...
Candice Michelle vs Beth Phoenix
Phoenix should win this match. Which makes me somehow doubt that she will, in the back of my mind. But I'll still go with here. Either way, probably not going to be a great match.
Rey Mysterio vs Finley -
Boy, this one's sure been built up a lot, hasn't it? Finley's attacked Mysterio twice with his shillelagh thing-a-muh-bobber without explanation. Bam! Instant feud! At least JBL talked to Mysterio a few times. I guess Finley is his surrogate now. This is what you get when you have PPVs every 3-4 weeks. But anyways, the actual match might be interesting. Two different fighting styles. My guess is Mysterio will win, but I wouldn't be surprised to see JBL interfere somehow. I really wish JBL would wrestle again. Anything to get him away from the broadcasting gig he has. ;)
Triple H vs Umaga -
Should be a good match. Oh wait, never mind. Must have been thinking of another match. Oh wait, never mind. They're isn't a good match at this PPV. I really don't like Umaga at all. I don't like his wrestling style or his gimmick. He's sorta like Kamala on crack, and in a bad mood. I'll go with Triple H here. Because he's Triple H. And he's not going to lose to Umaga. Pretty simple, right?
Batista vs Khali - in a Punjabi Prison of Blood Nightmare Death Match!!! Or Something!!! - World Heavyweight Title -
You know, as much as I knock the intelligence of the WWE writing team (they are, after all, a crack staff. meaning: they're on crack), I don't think they're quite dumb enough to give Khali the belt again. Batista will win somehow. He'll put bamboo sticks under Khali's fingernails or something, anything he's got to do. But he should win. He's probably the biggest thing on Smackdown right now. And I like him, so that's that.
Orton vs Cena - in a Last Man Standing Match - WWE Title -
This one's tricky. Cena should win, being as this isn't a major PPV (to say the least), and it would be kind of strange to have him drop the belt here, if he didn't at Summerslam. Summerslam would have been the time do it. The crowd, to a large degree, was behind Orton. But the WWE decided a BS finish, where Cena just pulls an FU out of nowhere to win it, was the way to go there. I want to believe that Orton will get the belt, but I can't.
That'll do it. Well, you don't have to home, but you can't stay here. See you next time!
Hmm, on second thought, maybe the WWE doesn't want to go that route. Lately, the WWE has sucked. But this Sunday, we can put all of that behind us. It's a new day. And if you believe that, I've got some TNA stock I'd like to sell ya.
Looks like Orton's going for a modified People's Eyebrow there.
As of right now, there are only 5 matches scheduled on WWE.com. Which makes me think that they're either going to add a few on Smackdown this Thursday (hopefully something involving MVP and/or Matt Hardy), or the Cena/Orton match is going to be pretty long and drawn out. And will hopefully end with Cena dead, or at least belt-less. Also, Jericho might make an appearance. Although I wish they'd wait until Monday to trot him out.
Anyways, here's what I think...
Candice Michelle vs Beth Phoenix
Phoenix should win this match. Which makes me somehow doubt that she will, in the back of my mind. But I'll still go with here. Either way, probably not going to be a great match.
Rey Mysterio vs Finley -
Boy, this one's sure been built up a lot, hasn't it? Finley's attacked Mysterio twice with his shillelagh thing-a-muh-bobber without explanation. Bam! Instant feud! At least JBL talked to Mysterio a few times. I guess Finley is his surrogate now. This is what you get when you have PPVs every 3-4 weeks. But anyways, the actual match might be interesting. Two different fighting styles. My guess is Mysterio will win, but I wouldn't be surprised to see JBL interfere somehow. I really wish JBL would wrestle again. Anything to get him away from the broadcasting gig he has. ;)
Triple H vs Umaga -
Should be a good match. Oh wait, never mind. Must have been thinking of another match. Oh wait, never mind. They're isn't a good match at this PPV. I really don't like Umaga at all. I don't like his wrestling style or his gimmick. He's sorta like Kamala on crack, and in a bad mood. I'll go with Triple H here. Because he's Triple H. And he's not going to lose to Umaga. Pretty simple, right?
Batista vs Khali - in a Punjabi Prison of Blood Nightmare Death Match!!! Or Something!!! - World Heavyweight Title -
You know, as much as I knock the intelligence of the WWE writing team (they are, after all, a crack staff. meaning: they're on crack), I don't think they're quite dumb enough to give Khali the belt again. Batista will win somehow. He'll put bamboo sticks under Khali's fingernails or something, anything he's got to do. But he should win. He's probably the biggest thing on Smackdown right now. And I like him, so that's that.
Orton vs Cena - in a Last Man Standing Match - WWE Title -
This one's tricky. Cena should win, being as this isn't a major PPV (to say the least), and it would be kind of strange to have him drop the belt here, if he didn't at Summerslam. Summerslam would have been the time do it. The crowd, to a large degree, was behind Orton. But the WWE decided a BS finish, where Cena just pulls an FU out of nowhere to win it, was the way to go there. I want to believe that Orton will get the belt, but I can't.
That'll do it. Well, you don't have to home, but you can't stay here. See you next time!
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