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.
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
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 TexasLast 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This is the first time in a while I can write a real post. With the list I had going, it has been a hassle. Now what I was here to talk about: Michigan State Football. This year they've had a solid recruiting class, most of which have been on defense, a big need. They have a new coach, but played poorly last year which may have kept a few of those 5 and 4 ***** players didn't come here. But here are some guys who are going to try and help turn this team around.
Those are the 3 *** recruits and above. If you looked at most of these players, they are either on defense (major weakness) and the offensive line. They needed some players at LB, because they lost David Herron (Sr.) and their other star LB Kaleb Thornhill is going to be a senior next year, so it's pretty huge they landed 3 *** Greg Jones. Drew Stanton is leaving, making another hole in their team, giving the role of starting QB for Brian Hoyer and Clay Charles. The job is likely going to Hoyer, who had over 100 attempts this past year, but Charles could challenge.
The season looks high for Michigan State, who really can't go anywhere but up from here. Let's hope that all these recruits land sucess next year.
What happened John L????? 2 weeks ago you were 3-0 and taking on a ND team at HOME. A heartbreaking loss and next week you lose to #### ILLINOIS?!!?!? How, how, how. I say you have him out of here at the end of the year. You choke in the big game and follow that up with a loss to Illinois. Pitiful, terrible, you suck. You have a 21-20 record in 3 years is it now? Stop picking the led out of your #### and start winning games.
I don't want to betray my beloved Spartans, but for god's sake when you lose to ILLINOIS, ya gone. No excuses unless you beat U of M, OSU or both of them. You have to come up big in stretch time, so you obviously have to win 4 games to stay here, or you out. Let's look at the rest of your schedule--
@Michigan
Ohio State
@Northwestern
@Indiana
Purdue
Minnesota
@Penn State.
So they may have 3 gimme wins and have to earn a win @U of M and Purdue. John L. will have a lot of work to do this week, otherwise..he gone.
In honor to represent our respected blogger, Burger21, because I love his weekly truths so much I am going to do a spin off of his weekly truth by posting a weekly it's possible. So for the first installment of the weekly it's possible, here we go.
It's possible that USC-Nebraska won't live up to the hype that it has.
It's possible that the Padres will win the NL West.
It's possible that Ryan Howard, and Derek Jeter will win their respected MVP awards.
It's possible that Texas is overratted.
It's possible that Ohio State may be better than everyone thinks.
It's possible that West Virginia's Pat White and/or Steve Slayton will win the Heisman if they play football until they are seniors.
It's possible that LT is still better than LJ and Shaun.
It's possible that the Marlins are going to go to the WS if they make the playoffs.
It's possible that the Lions-Bears game may be decided by field goals.
It's possible that Auburn-LSU is going to be game of the week, not ND-U of M
It's possible that the Tigers should run away with the division because about 3/4 of the games are against Baltimore and Kansas City.
It's possible that some bloggers are taking BOTD wayy too seriously.
It's possible that the NFC East isn't as great as people say thet are.
It's possible that the Red Sox-Yankees series won't be good because the Yankees have the division locked up.
It's possiblethat burger21 may be mad at me for doing this.
Oh let's see here... I was an all around athlete in my younger days. I have been to many Tigers and Lions games, will try to make to at least 1 Red Wing game in my lifetime. I like smelling my own farts for enjoyment and like listening to R&B and rap. I think Rasheed is retarted and McGrady is the best in the league when he's healty. I think the Tigers will make the World Series this year and every year in the future. One more thing... testicles... that is all.
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.
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.
After taking almost 2 days off I'm here to give another preview. This time it's UNLV.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
I have to make up some ground for this so here is my second preview of the day... Florida International. Yes, that Florida International.
They have a decent line and if they run it up the middle they should improve their offense by at least 3 points.
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.
controversey, because if they start going down (which is projected) they could flip-flop QB's.
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. 
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. 
