Michigan State                          17
Ohio State                                 24

Report

Ohio State will be number 1 for another week. They were up 24-0 before sights of the 99 game came and they turned it over 2 times in the span of about 1 minute and almost lost another one if the defense would've just fell on it and the ball would've been inside the 20 I believe and they could've gotten a TD out of it. MSU got a FG with about 4 minutes left, but OSU just ran out the clock after that. I thought Dantonio should've went for the onside kick after the FG. You have 2 time-outs left, if they get it you try to stop them, but you got to at least try an onside kick. Probably the worst decision of the game, well except for running the ball when you are only averaging 2.1 yds a carry. I know, I'm probably expecting too much.. but if Hoyer doesn't get pressured and throws that pick deep in his own territory and if the punter (forget his name) can punt it more then 30 yards it may have been a different game. Their defense was great after half, but if they would've passed to Thomas more it'd be a different ballgame. He only got about 6 passes thrown to him, 4 of which he caught. I know Dantonio likes to run the ball, but you think he would've done some slant routes or something.

Good

• Defense. They may have let by 3 TD's, and Chris Wells ran all over them, but 2 of the TD's were because of short field position. Besides, They were the only ones for MSU to get the ball in the end zone. (twice)
• Devin Thomas. He only had 4 receptions, but he's one of the top recievers in the Big 10. They need to get him some screens like they were doing in other games before this one.

Bad

• Running game. I don't give a #### how good Ohio State's defense is, if you aren't getting anywhere, do a Play Action once in a while. One time they do it and Thomas catches it.
• Blocking. Javon Ringer only got 49 yards, Hoyer seemed to be getting pressured a lot (which caused the INT which also resulted in a TD the next drive for OSU.) and the line wasn't doing anything right. Dantonio better focus on the line this week.

Next Week

Iowa 3-5 (1-4). The Hawkeyes aren't the best team in the Big 10. MSU tries to clinch a bowl berth again and be in a bowl for the first time in 3 years. They should still stick with the running game because they allow over 100 yds rushing and over 200 passing. Their offense is weak also, only averaging about 15 points a game and a little over 300 yds a game. State should have their way with this one, unless they still are thinking about the OSU game by then. Pick- MSU 28-13.

Welcome to my Week 1 report of the Michigan State Spartans. This is where I'll break down how the team from East Lansing was and other news around the college football world.

UAB     18
 Michigan State 55

Report
The UAB Blazers came to Spartan Stadium hoping to stick with this new Spartans team for most of the game. The Spartans quickly denied any chances of this game being a close one as the Spartans were up 21-0 at the end of the first and 45-3 by halftime. The Spartans were up by so much so early that they didn't need to use 1st year starting QB Brian Hoyer a ton (he only threw 17 passes). Their running game was monsterous, getting almost 300 yards and averaged over 6 yards a carry. Coach Mark Dantonio made it clear that this team was going to be a tougher, balanced football team unlike last years team.

The Good
- The Offense When you can score 45 points in one half against any team you are doing something right.

- The Defense Their defense looked sharp today and UAB didn't score a TD until late in the 4th when the points didn't matter

- Brian Hoyer He did what he needed to do and he completed 10+ passes in the row and didn't lose the game for them. This is what he needs to do for the rest of the season.

- Jehuu Caulcrick He was the big man in this game, scoring 4 TD's tying a school record and had those all in the 1st half of the game.

The Bad
- Nothing here today, lets keep it like that.

Next up
Bowling Green 1-0 (0-0) These guys beat a decent Minnesota team by 1 point but I believe that the Spartans are much more talented then Minnesota. MSU wins 35-10.

Other Notes
- How in Sam Hell did Michigan lose to Division 1-AA Appalachian (sp.) State. I don't care if they are 2-time 1-AA champions they should beat them soundly but no, lose by a blocked FG. Terrible, terrible.

- So far I'm 3-1 in my predictions with the Clemson- FSU game left. I probably shouldn't have picked LSU to lose, but at half it was only a 17 point game.

Finally! It's here, yes College Football is upon us on this Thursday night. I'm here to give you my 5 picks of the week, and determining if they will cover the spread or not. Here are my 5 games--

LSU-17.5 v Miss. St- What the heck, an early season upset. I know the game is going right now but it's close so I decided to take this game. An upset this early would really hurt LSU's chances of a BCS bowl and I think it just might happen. Pick- Miss. St 20-17.

Wis -14 v Wash St.- Big 10 favorites going up against decent competition this week, it'll be nice to see what starter QB Tyler Donovan has to start this season. Should be a few TD blowout, take Wisconsin and the spread. Pick- Wis- 34-14

ND-2.5 v GT- A rematch of last years tight game should be just as good as last year. Charlie Weis hasn't said who his QB yet even though I think it'll be Clausen. GT probably improved now that erratic QB Reggie Ball is gone even though they lost Calvin. Expect GT and it's not an upset. Pick- GT 21-17

Cal-6 v Tenn.- Another rematch of last year. California got surprised last year by QB Erik Ainge and the Volunteers but should be ready for the Vols this year. I would take the Bears and the spread. Pick- 31-20

FSU-3 v Clem.- Bowden Bowl IX I believe if I did my numerals right. Now with electrifying CJ Spiller and because of how this game went down last year you would think I would take Clemson, well.. what you've just thought is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul. Pick- FSU 14-10

If any of you guys remembered a few months ago I did a wrestling post with our bloggers. I'm really bored so I've decided to revive it and I'll be the comish for both Bam and Beatdown. Note: This is all scripted by me, so don't be mad if you lose or win a match. Anyways let's go down to Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler. JR-

 

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JR- Thank you detroit and here right now coming out is our WWE champion UltraMega. You may remember how Ultra won that 6-man Hell in a Cell because he pinned FlyingPig.

Lawler- Yeah that was one memorable match, and let's hear what the champ has to say.

Mega- As you all may remember, a few month's ago, I won this WWE chapionship. I pinned FlyingPig and I am your champ. I do believe that you people should bow down to your champ. (Crowd Boos) Is that anyway to treat your champion, you all know I won that championship fair and square and I will keep this title forever. (Boos) I have no Number 1 contender so apparently I will keep this title forever.

Me- That's where you are wrong Ultra. After tonight you Will have a Number 1 contender who you will face at BlogBash in 2 weeks. So you better be studying tape on all the wrestlers tonight.

Mega- Bring it on!

JR- This should be a memorable night tonight as we will see who will be Number 1 contender for UltraMega's championship.

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JR-Welcome back to Monday night BAM. If you weren't watching earlier UltraMega said that he is going to be the champion forever but then the commish came out and said that he was going to name a number 1 contender after tonight. And here's our first match of the night..

Ring announcer- Ladies and Gentlemen, the following match is scheduled for one-fall. First off weighing in at 320 lb and is 6ft 3in tall is Miracle (Crowd Cheers). Next competitor weighing in at 190lb and is 5 ft 9in tall is KenrickThomas (Crowd Boos).

Lawler- This is not going to look good for KenrickThomas because Miracle is almost double his size and is a lot more experienced.

(Bell rings)

JR- And Miracle starts out early with 3 right hands, he tries for another but is blocked and reversed by Thomas.

Lawler- Nice job by thomas by reversing miracle.

JR- And here comes miracle with a nice suplex on Kenrick and throws him at the turnbuckle.

Lawler- Oohh, you could hear the impact of thomas' back hitting the turnbuckle.

JR- Miracle's setting up thomas on top of the turnbuckle. Oh, miracle gives him a suplex of the top of the turnbuckle.

Lawler- He's setting up for the five-star frog splash. Duck kenrick! Duck! (kenrick ducks down). That's what I call call quick thinking.

JR- That may have just bought kenrick some time. Miracle is getting up and tosses him off the ropes and is setting up for the spinebuster. And a kick to the skull of miracle.

Lawler- Nice reverse by kenrick. He's going for the backcracker.

JR- Kenrick has landed in the backcracker and he's going for the cover.

Ref- 1,2,3.

JR- A major upset, the young and upcoming kenrickthomas has just surprised miracle and has pinned him. Now what is this cocky superstar doing.

KT- There you go everyone. I surprised you all and you should be happy that someone good has won. (Crowd boos) O shut up you guys don't know anything. Anyways, Miracle, just to prove how talented I am I challenge you to another match Saturday at Saturday Night Blog Event. Do you accept?

Miracle- Yes.

JR- O boy king we may have ourselves a rivalry starting here.

Lawler- This could be a very good rivalry with a young, cocky superstar against an experienced veteran.

JR- When we come back it will be The_Dan against half of tag team socal, socalsportsfan.

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JR- Welcome back to Monday night Bam, I'm JR with my co-host Jerry "the King" Lawler. Jerry, before we went to commercial break, kenrickthomas surprised us when he pinned miracle to get the upsetting win. What do you think about this young superstar.

Lawler- I think this kid has to put his money where his mouth is, sure, he won a match, but let's see if he can do it again.

JR- Now here we have a pretty good match here with a possible contender for UltraMega's Championship against a very skilled tag team player.

Ring announcer- Ladies and Gentlemen, the following match is scheduled for one-fall. First off weighing in at 275 lb and is 6ft 5in tall is The_Dan (Crowd Cheers). Next competitor weighing in at 230 lb and is 6 ft tall is Socalsportsfan (Crowd Cheers).

Lawler- This is a pretty even match and I would have to go with socal.

(Bell rings)

JR- socal starts off with some kicks to the thighs of Dan and Dan blocks it. Dan going for a belly to belly suplex and connects. Dan is kicking socal on the ground and has to be broken up by the ref before he gets DQ'ed.

Lawler- Dan is dominating right now and socal gets a punch in but dan comes right back with a neckbreaker.

JR- Dan is throwing socal at the ropes and.. (huge crack) That is one high impact closeline and socal is down hard. He's going for the cover..

1,2,

JR- socal breaks out with a 2 count. Oh boy Dan's going on top of the ropes for a diving elbow. (Loud Boom) And Dan connects. He goes for the cover...

1,2,

JR- Socal got his shoulder up. Dan looks frustrated.

Lawler- I'm not surprised, he's had the advantage the whole time but socal hasn't gone away.

JR- Here comes Dan setting up for the Canadian-Bomb. (Another loud boom) Dan connects, for the cover..

1,2,3!

JR- Dan has finally won the match. What the hell, what the hell is Norcalfella doing out here.

Lawler- Looks like he is taunting Dan, now what is socal doing?

JR- Looks like socal is getting a steel chair. Don't do it Dan. (Loud ####) Socal HAS JUST GIVEN DAN A CHAIRSHOT!

Lawler- Someone get socal outta here. What are Norcal and Socal doing to Dan a double-chokeslam. (Loud ####) Dan has to be seriously injured.

JR- Socal and Norcal finally have been shown the door by the refs. God damnit why did they need to do that. Now here comes the paramedics to take Dan out on a stretcher.

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JR- Welcome back to Monday night BAM where before the commercial break Dan had to be taken out on a stretcher because of the injuries sustained by Socal and Norcal.

Lawler- It wasn't a pretty scene and let's hope that Dan is alright.

JR- Back to the ring we have our third match of the night.

Ring announcer- Ladies and Gentlemen, the following match is for the Intercontinental Championship and is scheduled for one-fall. First off weighing in at 240 lb and is 6ft 1in tall is slshusker (Crowd Cheers). Next competitor weighing in at 220 lb and is 5ft 8in tall is MercuryRising (Crowd Cheers).

JR- This could be a huge match for one of these superstars because if you win the Intercontinental Championship you are usually bound for greatness. Some notables include FlyingPig, ShooterB, UltraMega, Rivjo, and recently Nostradomas.

Lawler- You are right JR and hopefully this match ends with a clean ending.

(Bell rings)

JR- Husker starks of early with a punch but is blocked by Mercury. Here comes Mercury and he's starting off with a few punches and the southpaw is looking pretty impressive.

Lawler- Here he comes with the suplex but husker reverses. husker gives mercury a scoop slam.

JR- Here comes husker with the sleeper-hold and, a rake of the eyes by mercury and here he comes with the DDT..

(Crowd Cheers)

Lawler- Mercury is going on the top rope and what is he doing.

JR- And mercury has landed the dropkick off the top ropes on husker and here's the cover..

1,2

JR- He's broken up of the pin and mercury is waiting for husker to get up so he can spear him.

Lawler- SPEAR! Mercury connects with the spear. Here's the cover..

1,2,3!

JR- There you go, MercuryRising is your new Intercontinental Champion!

Ring announcer- Winner and new Intercontinental Champion.. MercuryRising.

Lawler- And Mercury is going to shake huskers hand and husker accepts.

JR- Finally some good sportsmanship tonight.

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JR- Welcome to our main event of the night, let's go down to the ring announcer.

Ring announcer- Ladies and Gentlemen, the following match is scheduled for one-fall. First off weighing in at 350 lb and is 6ft 7in tall is FlyingPig (Crowd Cheers). Next competitor weighing in at 260 lb and is 6 ft 2in tall is Rivjo (Crowd boos).

JR- This should be one exciting main event.

(Bell rings)

JR- Here comes rivjo with a quick closeline and FlyingPig quickly gets back up. Here comes rivjo with a suplex but is reversed by Flying Pig.

Lawler- Pig throws rivjo at the ropes and.. (Boom) a big boot from the Pig.

JR- Pig is getting him back up and again throws him at the ropes and.. a sidewalk slam. Here comes the cover..

1,2

Lawler- Rivjo breaks out. Rivjo comes with a uppercut to the jaw and nice dropkick by Rivjo.

JR- Rivjo now has the momentum and he's taking out the top padding of the turnbuckle. He's looking like he going to Irish-whip him into the exposed turnbuckle and.. Pig reversed him into his own trap.

Lawler- I know how that feels and it doesn't feel good. Uh oh, here comes the Chokeslam from Pig and.. SLAMMED!

JR- Here he goes for the cover..

1,2,

JR- Rivjo broke out with a 2 1/2 count.

Lawler- Mega better be watching because one of these two could be his contender.

JR- Rivjo has bought himself some time by giving Pig another dropkick. Pig gets up fast though and throws rivjo at the turnbuckle. Here comes pig with a bulldog and lands it.

Lawler- He's setting up for the sharpshooter... he's got it locked in.

JR- Will rivjo be able to get to the ropes in time.. he does and Pig is forced to give up on the sharpshooter.

Lawler- It doesn't look good for rivjo.. Pig's signaling for the chokeslam.

JR- Rivjo's in trouble.. here comes Pig on the chokeslam. (Loud ####) Here's the cover..

1,2,3!

Lawler- FlyingPig has pinned rivjo and you may be looking at your number 1 contender.

JR- We will find out who ultramega's number 1 contender is after this commercial break.

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JR- Welcome back to Monday night Bam where right now our commish, Detroitsports, is in the middle of the ring and is ready to announce UltraMega's number 1 contender for his WWE Championship.

Detroitsports- Ladies and gentlemen, I am here to name your number 1 contender. Ladies and gentlemen, the number 1 contender for UltraMega's number 1 contender for his WWE Championship is.. FLYINGPIG!

JR- That's what we were hoping for.

Lawler- Here comes Pig.

FlyingPig- Thank you detroit. I am very happy to accept this honor and as for you Ultra, your title is MINE!

JR- Oh Boy! Here comes the Champ. Mega is here.

UltraMega- FlyingPig you don't stand a chance against me in two weeks at BlogBash.

FlyingPig- I don't think I would be as cocky as you are my friend. You are just a #### waiting to be beaten.

UltraMega- You don't get to talk to me like that...

JR- Holy ####! Mega has given Pig a uppercut to the skull.

Lawler- It looks like Pig shook it right off and has given Mega a kick to the gut and a DDT.

JR- Here comes the referees to break this out. This should be an exciting match at BlogBash.

Pig- That title will be mine, you ####!

It's been over a month since I last posted and I have a really great post to wright about. As you know, the Red Sox are leading the AL East over the Yankees by 7 1/2 games and the best team in baseball. They have a terrific starting rotation with Beckett, Matzusaka, Schilling (when healthy) and knuckleballer Tim Wakefield. Their fifth man, Julian Tavarez, has been shaky the entire season so the Red Sox have decided to call up this man... 

#31- Jon Lester. Now while most people who don't know about this man will think it's not a big deal that the Sox have called someone up. Well maybe you should know about this kid's backround. Let's go back in time to about the end of August last year, Lester, a rookie, was 7-2 and pitching real well when he got some news no one wants to hear. Lester was scratched from his August 27th start against Oakland and the next day was put on the DL. The doctors told him that he had lymphoma, a treatable form of cancer. On December 5th he was told he was cured of his cancer. Then it was time for him to work his way back on the team.

On March 5th he made his first appearance since he was diagnosed with lymphoma, he went 1 inning and made 3 consecutive outs. At the beginning of the season he was pitching at Single-A Greenville Drive but was quickly called up to Triple A affiliate Pawtucket Red Sox. Then in June he was called up and today, July 23rd, he will go against Cleveland Indians and will hopefully pitch as well as he was last year. Good luck Jon, I'm rooting for you!

Red Sox @ Indians 7:05 on ESPN2

You may think that I should be worried that I'm behind... I'm not. Anyways, after getting a much needed week-off I'm here for another preview. They hail from the Sun Belt and were terrible last year. They are the North Texas Mean Green.

North Texas Last Season (2-5) 3-9 2nd to last in the Sun Belt

Offense: Todd Dodge has gotten himself in a pickle. The 1st year coach has to be worried about his QB play throughout the year because if it was anything like last year, ugh, it won't be pretty. Jamario Thomas is the superstar of the team, being the main back for most of the 3 years he has already been here. Last year he had about 700 yds and should get more this year becasuse the offensive line is improved. Look for him to be their leader in most of the stats.

Defense: After switching to the 3-4 for one year, the Mean Green have decided to go back to the 4-3. The team was unable to get very many takeaways, with the leader at interceptions was many with 1. The defensive line will be led by DE Jeremiah Chapman, who had 4.5 sacks last year to lead the team. The LB core is their strength, with Maurice Holman as the top leader. Look for the defense to improve.

Schedule-
Sept. 1 at Oklahoma
Sept. 8 at SMU
Sept. 22 Florida Atlantic
Sept. 29 at Arkansas
Oct. 6 at UL Lafayette
Oct. 13 UL Monroe
Oct. 20 at Troy
Oct. 27 Middle Tenn.
Nov. 10 Navy
Nov. 15 at Arkansas St.
Nov. 24 West. Kentucky
Dec. 1 at FIU

8 down, 111 to go

Prediction: This team is possible to get 3-4 wins, over FAU, ULM, WK, and maybe FIU

Past teams-
Duke
Temple
Florida International
Buffalo
Utah State
Eastern Michigan
UNLV

After taking almost 2 days off I'm here to give another preview. This time it's UNLV.

UNLV Last Season: (1-7) 2-10 Last in Mountain West

Offense: Last year QB Rocky Hinds was plagued most of the year by a torn ACL. Now that he's healthy and his weapons are pretty good, the offense should be in a groove. He has a handful of WR's to throw to, including leading receiving yards getter Ryan Wolfe and leading catching receiver with Casey Flair. The RB game is decent, but the QB-WR part will be what the people will be paying for.

Defense: This is where UNLV fell last year, being the worst in the Mountain West, and they better improve. DE Jeremy Gathers is the unsung star on the defense, returning with his 5.5 sacks from the previous year. If teams win it will likely be because of the Rebel's weak secondary. They even lost their best player, Eric Wright, so they should be in some trouble there.

Schedule-

Aug. 30 at Utah State
Sept.8 Wisconsin
Sept. 15 Hawaii
Sept. 22 Utah
Sept. 29 at Nevada
Oct. 6 at Air Force
Oct. 13 BYU
Oct. 20 Colorado State
Oct. 27 at Wyoming
Nov. 10 San Diego State
Nov. 17 at TCU
Nov. 24 at New Mexico

Prediction: Hopefully against Utah St. and maybe Colorado St., but unless they upset someone they won't have much luck.

7 down, 112 to go

Past Teams-
Duke
Temple
Florida International
Buffalo
Utah State
Eastern Michigan

2nd preview of the day and my 3rd MAC preview overall. They weren't very good last year and they hail from Michigan, they are the Eastern Michigan Eagles.

Eastern Michigan Last Season: (1-7) 1-11 last in MAC.

Offense: You may be wondering why I have these guys ahead of Buffalo because they have a worse record. Well, unlike Buffalo, these guys were in most of their games. In fact, they lost 6 of their games by an average of 8, so this team is very close to getting a bowl berth. One of the main reasons they weren't very good last year was that they had some QB trouble but now it looks like they have that solved. Andy Schmitt, a sophmore, is the projected QB and should hold that position for the season. That's where they hit a road block though because the lost their top 2 receivers and the RB situation is a mess. That could be a problem for the season.

Defense: This has always been a weakness for EMU, but hopefully will improve. LB Daniel Holtzclaw will have to lead the team because he may be their only bright spot. Holtzclaw had some kind of season last year, getting 114 tackles. The D-Line will be weak, they are too small, so the LB core should get some more action.

Schedule-
Sept. 1 at Pitt
Sept.8 Ball State
Sept. 15 at No. Illinois
Sept. 22 Howard
Sept. 29 at Vanderbilt
Oct. 6 at Michigan
Oct. 13 at Ohio
Oct. 20 Northwestern
Oct. 27 Western Mich.
Nov. 3 at Toledo
Nov. 9 Bowling Green
Nov. 17 at Central Mich.

Prediction: Most likely 2-3 wins. Howard for sure and maybe Toledo and Bowling Green at the end of the year.

6 down, 113 to go

Past teams-
Duke
Temple
Florida International
Buffalo
Utah State 

After a day off I'm gonna come with a couple more previews today. First on my list played in the WAC (I believe so) and they weren't very good. They are your Utah State Aggies.

Utah State Last Season: (1-7) 1-11 last in WAC

Offense: Last year these guys were awful just like the rest of these teams at the bottom of the totem pole. They only scored 10 or so points per game and they weren't even close in the games. The team has a much older O-Line. The only problem for these guys is that the RB spot is very weak. Their leading returning RB had only rushed for 131 yds last year, so it will take a deep hit. The WR position has some depth, but they might not know who will be throwing to them, QB Leon Jackson III or Sean Setzer. Jackson is expected to start off the season, but don't be surprised for some flip-flopping.

Defense: The team will be experienced at least, but that might not be a good thing. The last 5 games of the season they allowed about 50 points per game. No that's not a misprint, that's just how bad their defense is. They do have a lot of depth at almost every position, but they just aren't as big, or strong, as other teams. Junior DE Ben Calderwood is the best on the team, but that might not be saying much. The defense probably will improve, like everyone else, but they still will be in the cellar of the WAC.

Schedule
Aug. 30 UNLV
Sept. 8 at Wyoming
Sept. 15 at Oklahoma
Sept. 22 San Jose State
Sept. 29 at Utah
Oct. 6 at Hawaii
Oct. 20 Nevada
Oct. 27 Louisiana Tech
Nov. 3 at Fresno State
Nov. 10 Boise State
Nov. 17 at NMSU
Nov. 24 at Idaho

Prediction: 1 win most likely, and that might be their first game.

5 down, 114 to go

Past teams-

Duke
Temple
Florida International
Buffalo

A surprising twist of mine I have decided to write my 3rd post of the day. Wouldn't ya know it, it's about college football preview! I've already started off pretty good, and here comes another terrible team. Here they are your Buffalo Bulls!

Buffalo Last Season: (1-7) 2-10 2nd to last in MAC

Offense: Unlike the other teams, these guys were able to move the ball on offense, scoring about 18 points per game. RB James Starks had a great year, getting 700+ yards on only 175 carries. QB Drew Willy was fine before being shut down last year with a finger injury. The OL is a major weakness, the reason why Willy got hurt last year. This team will have to hope the line has matured so the QB can get some time in the pocket.

Defense: The defense should improve after getting used to the switch from 4-2-5 to 4-3 last year. Like I said, the team has gotten older and now used to the 4-3 and should be a tad better. Senior DE Trevor Scott is the obvious star, earning 9 sacks last year. The team is hoping that the secondary should improve, which it might.

Schedule-
Aug. 30 at Rutgers
Sept. 8 at Temple
Sept. 15 at Penn State
Sept. 22 Baylor
Sept. 29 at Ball State
Oct. 6 Ohio
Oct. 13 Toledo
Oct. 20 at Syracuse
Oct. 27 Akron
Nov. 3 at Miami
Nov. 17 Bowling Green
Nov. 24 at Kent State

Prediction: The Temple game is a toss-up, and the rest are almost for sure losses. 1-11 0-12 maybe.

 

4 down, 115 to go

Past teams-
Duke
Temple
Florida International

I have to make up some ground for this so here is my second preview of the day... Florida International. Yes, that Florida International.

Florida International Last Year: (0-8) 0-12 Last in Sun Belt

Offense: While most of the people remember FIU for their infamous brawl against Miami, they should not take a look at the offense. Last year they scored less then 10 points per game and now they have an inexperienced QB (he threw only 18 passes last year.) If, and that's a big if, they want to get some points they'll have to run, run, run, the ball. They have their 2 returning rushers back, Juniors Julian Reams and A'mod Ned who rushed for a combined 770 yards. They have a decent line and if they run it up the middle they should improve their offense by at least 3 points.

Defense: As bad as their record shows, they weren't all that bad on defense. They only lost their first 4 games by 11 points and it was mainly because of their defense. They have a very good CB with Senior Lionell Singleton returning. Last year the secondary was their strength, as it will be this year. The LB's take a hit, losing all 3 starters, so obviously that is their weakness. The line will be OK, not the worst but not the best.

Schedule-
Sept. 1 at Penn State
Sept. 8 Maryland
Sept. 15 at Miami
Sept. 22 at Kansas
Sept. 29 at Middle Tenn
Oct. 6 Troy
Oct. 20 at UL Monroe
Oct. 27 at Arkansas
Nov. 3 at Arkansas State
Nov. 17 UL Lafayette
Nov. 24 Florida Atlantic
Dec. 1 North Texas

Prediction: Since they are in the Sun Belt they could possibly get up to 5 wins including their last 4. 4-8 at worst.

3 down, 116 to go.

Past Teams-
Duke
Temple

Wooohooo! I made it past one day. Now I can breathe. I would talk to ya'll about wrestling yesterday, but that's not what you're here for. The second team on my list was tied for the worst record, you may know them for being so bad it's funny. Yes, I'm talking about the Temple Owls.

Temple Last Year: 1-11 (now in the MAC)

Offense: Let's just say these guys didn't "light up the scoreboard" last year (they only scored 10.9 points per game and 215 yards per game) and just like Duke, they should improve. They will need to get it to the receivers because they have some NFL talent with WR Bruce Ferris and Travis Shelton. The rushing game wasn't very good, with their returning leader only rushing for 174 yds and 2 TDs as a freshman last year. There might be some QB controversey, because if they start going down (which is projected) they could flip-flop QB's.

Defense: Like the offense they weren't very good, 117th in total defense and 118th in scoring defense. The defense should improve a little because their freshman and sophmores are now juniors and seniors.. so they are experienced. The strength of the defense is the line, even though they aren't that good, and teams should be able to run all over these guys.

Schedule-
Aug. 31 Navy
Sept. 8 Buffalo
Sept. 15 at Connecticut
Sept. 22 at Bowling Green
Sept. 29 at Army
Oct. 6 Northern Illinois
Oct. 13 at Akron
Oct. 20 Miami (OH)
Nov. 2 at Ohio
Nov. 10 Penn State
Nov. 17 Kent State
Nov. 24 at Western Mich

Prediction: Like Duke, 1 maybe 2 wins. Hopefully against Buffalo and maybe Army.

2 down, 117 to go.

Past Teams-
Duke

Since I've been soo bored lately I've decided to preview college football. I will probably not get them all done but I am going to try to. I'm going to try to do 3 or 4 early then later do only 1 or 2. First on the clock: Duke.

Duke Last Year: (0-8 0-12, Last in ACC

Offense: If these guys want to win some games, they need to get some offense because last year they only had 285 yards per game last year, 105 worst in the nation. They are returning all 11 starters on offense which is really big because they do have some talent. Some players coming back include WR's Jomar Wright, Raphael Chestnut, and Eron Riley, all of which had at least 32 catches last year. Leading rusher Re'quan Boyette is returning and sophmore QB Thaddeus Young is also coming back after leading the team in passing. They might improve a little, but not much.

Defense: These guys need major help on defense also, not scoring or stopping anyone a lot. They have senior DE Patrick Bailey, who led the team in sacks last year, coming back along with fellow lineman DT Vince Oghobaase and LB Michael Tauiliili. They lose all-conference CB John Talley though, and also LBs Codey Lowe and Jeramy Edwards are gone. They probably won't be very good on the defensive side though and they need the defensive help.

Schedule-
UConn
@Virginia
@Northwestern
@Navy
@Miami
Wake Forest
Virginia Tech
@Florida State
Clemson
Georgia Tech
@Notre Dame
@North Carolina (rivalry game)

Prediction: 1-11, 2-12 last in conference at best, beating Wake and maybe North Carolina.

Yes, you know what I'm talking about my Pistons. I ran my mouth off about how they would win. Yes, they disappointed me but it was still a great run. I think it was a mistake when they got C-Web because he was washed up and I was proven wrong until the playoffs where he was put under a rock. They played well the first 2 rounds but forgot how to play defense against Cle. LeBron simply dominated them and "Boobie" was discovered. Well, that's all I have on that series right now. Now onto my WWE One Night Stand Preview.

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Lumberjack match- Kane vs. Mark Henry- Mark Henry came back into action roughly a week ago and has been a beast since coming back onto the scene. They played each other on Friday and Henry won. Same outcome tonight. Winner- Henry

Pudding Match- Melina vs. Candice Michelle- I just hope someones top comes off. Winner- Michelle

Stretcher Match- Randy Orton vs. Rob Van Dam- They played each other on Monday because Van Dam thought Orton showed "no respect" to Shawn Michaels. One thing led to another and Orton made Van Dam basically having a seizure by the end of their match. This match is under ECW rules though, so RVD should have his way. Winner- RVD

Six Man Tables Match- CM Punk and the ECW Originals vs. The New Breed- The Originals always win. Wrestlemania is your example. Winner- Punk and Originals

Ladder Match for the Tag Team Championship- The Hardy Boyz vs. The Worlds Greatest Tag Team- Both Hardys have some experience with Ladders because they both were in the Money in the Bank match. The Worlds Greatest Tag Team have no experience and say that's a good thing. They are liars. Winner- The Hardy Boyz

Steel Cage Match for the World Heavyweight Championship- Batista vs. Edge- If you watched SNME yesterday, you could see that Edge wanted no part of The Animal. Unless he attacks the hurt leg of Batista, it's a walk in the Park for The Animal. Winner- Batista

Street Fight for the ECW World Championship- Mr. McMahon vs. Bobby Lashley- Lashley did whatever he could to get his hands on that title. McMahon doesn't have Umaga or Shane either. Another easy win. Winner- Lashley

Falls Count Anywhere Match for the WWE Championship- John Cena vs. The Great Khali- On SNME Khali just brought pain to Cena. Khali hasn't been pinned ever either. Winner- Khali

So there's my preview for WWE's One Night Stand.
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PS- I still don't buy into LeBron.

After watching the Pistons-Cavaliers game you may think that LeBron finally has the Pistons number and they will win the next two games and advance to the finals. You may also think that LeBron is finally clutch and can deliver. Finally you may think that LeBron has his sidekick with Daniel Gibson.

You are wrong on every one.

You may say, "But the Cavs have just taken 2 in a row against Detroit and LeBron has been able to produce. He's making big shots and Gibson is on a roll too. So how can they NOT win the series?" Here's why-

LeBron Has the Pistons Number- No he doesn't. He has their number at home-Yes, on the road- No sir. Remember the first two games at Det? LeBron was shut-down by the Pistons D and couldn't get anything going. Cleveland is terrible on the road, 20-21 in the regular season and when you have to go to the Palace against one of the toughest stadiums in the league, you're in trouble.

They Will Win the Next Two Games- Remember when I said that Cleveland is terrible on the road, well two of the last 3 games are at Det. Besides, both teams won both their games at home, so this may be whoever has homefield advantage will win. And if you were paying attention you will remember who has the 2 home games left. That's right, it's Detroit.

LeBron is Finally Clutch- Do I have to review the first two games for you? First game gives up the shot and the second game he clanks the shot. He wasn't fouled, it was a good defensive play, and he has to make that shot anyways before he gets the foul shot. He can't make FT's anyways. He shoots 70-some% and isn't the best shooter on the team. When he makes a game winner against these guys come back to me.

LeBron Has His Sidekick- Even though Gibson did have a huge game yesterday, over half of his points were from stupid fouls from Detroit. He had 12 FT shots, but won't get that every game.

Now I think I have proved my point why LeBron hasn't proven himself yet and why Det will still win the series. Now, to a favorite quote of mine..

Lois: So doctor, is Peter healthy?
Doctor: My goodness, you'll be dead within a month.
Peter: What?
Doctor (revealing comic he was reading): Oh, Hagar the Horrible, if you keep up that lifestyle of pillaging and eating giant turkey legs, you'll be dead within a month. Now, onto you.
Peter: So, what do you think? Pretty healthy, eh?
Doctor: Well, Mr. Griffin, let's take a look at your physical results. Argh! There's a spider in here. Now, here we go. Mr Griffin, you're going to expire in a month.
Peter/Lois: Argh!
Doctor: This is your driver's licence, isn't it? Now, unfortunately, I'm afraid you're going to die...
Peter: Argh!
Doctor: ...when you watch these Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts.
Lois: Will you just tell us how Peter's health is?!
Doctor: Ah, Mr. Griffin, I'm not quite sure how to say this. Kim Bassinger? Bass singer? Bassinger? But now, onto the cancer.
Lois: Oh my goodness!
Doctor: You are a Cancer, right? You were born in July? Now onto these test results. My, they're much worse than I thought.
Peter/Lois: Oh!
Doctor: My son got a D minus on his history test. Now Mr Griffin, that liver's got to come out.
Lois: What?!
Doctor: It's been in the microwave for three minutes, it'll get dry. Now-
Lois: Please, please, we can't take any more schtick.. Please just tell us, is Peter healthy?
Doctor: Oh, yeah, he's fine, he's just really fat.