Well, I'm back from JBO's service, ya'll he's buryed in a country cemetary up the hill from his inlaws house,they have his latest puppy now at their house, and the puppy barked through the whole graveside service.
Now, I'm going to pick for both of us.(I didn't realize there was a game last night) Fresno State @ New Mexico State Navy @ Army
Tulsa @ Central Florida
Florida Atlantic @ Troy
Oregon State @ Oregon
UCLA @ Southern Cal
Arizona @ Azizona State
BC @ Virginia Tech
Missouri @ Oklahoma
LSU @ Tenn
Welcome back cp! Last night's game was a tough one.
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Re: SOWAL NCAA pick'em
BTW Kitty, you've heard of the college vacuum? (I've been there). I am now in the nursing-home vacuum -- trying to do my job, manage our three homes, and spend many hours per week checking out appropriate assisted-living arrangement for Mom, as well as visiting her temporary arrangement that's a three-hour round-trip.
So I don't have a clue when any football games are/were, especially now that the Gators are out of it. The mighty, how they fall.
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Hang in there BR and cheer for the Mizzou Tigers this weekend! I haven't heard of the college vacuum!
Do what? You don't remember when you were in college, and you had no clue about national/international news because you were too busy either studying or partying or both (as was the case for me). That's the quintessential college vacuum.
Of course, I was a Ph.D. student in mathematics, so national/international news was irrelevant to Gödel's Incompleteness Theorem.
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Do what? You don't remember when you were in college, and you had no clue about national/international news because you were too busy either studying or partying or both (as was the case for me). That's the quintessential college vacuum.
Got it! I think it must be the same as living in a bubble? I was in a vacuum while in sowal. Never read a paper unless Mr. K was in town. Vacuums can be nice every once in awhile. Reality bites.
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I bet he would pick LSU if he didn't have a chance to win
I don't think Skunky really thinks Tennessee will beat LSU or even has any chance of it. They were just showing on ESPN the other night that Erik Ainge doesn't play well against LSU. And LSU is starting Ryan Perrilloux, he is probably better than Matt Flynn.
I don't think Skunky really thinks Tennessee will beat LSU or even has any chance of it. They were just showing on ESPN the other night that Erik Ainge doesn't play well against LSU. And LSU is starting Ryan Perrilloux, he is probably better than Matt Flynn.
I'm not pulling your buckskin clad leg, LadyD. Consider:
This game means nothing to LSU, they wanted to win the NC, so they will be amotivated.
UT was eliminated from serious NC consideration in week 1 when Cal thumped them. They have been fighting all season for this game.
LSU's defense has surrendered somewhere near 1000 yards the last two games, half from the SEC cellar dweller and half from a team that has a woeful starting QB. UT's offense is on a roll and is way more balanced than either Arkie or Ole Miss could dream of being.
Flynn is hurt. Perriloux has played sparingly and is not a go-to guy right now.
Everyone in the Georgia Dome knows Les Miles will probably be working out a deal to go to Michigan about 4 hours after the game is over. Do players play hard for coaches that are bailing on them?
Everyone in the Georgia Dome knows Bo Pelini will probably be working out a deal to go to Nebraska about 4 hours after the game is over. Do players play hard for coaches that are bailing on them?
The only thing LSU has going for them is that Tennessee seems to lay more eggs in big games than any other program in the SEC. I can't explain it, but it wouldn't shock me if Fulmer, Chavis et al manage to compose a stinky game plan. One thing is for sure-it will be very ugly for the losing coaching staff after this game.
Miles to Michigan seems to be all but done. Looks like Pelini is taking the Nebraska job. Too many distractions for LSU, coupled with key injuries. But LSU is still clearly the more talented team. I still like LSU to win.
BTW, I'm hearing Jack Del Rio for the LSU gig. Another name that's a little more "out there".....Steve Spurrier.
Miles to Michigan seems to be all but done. Looks like Pelini is taking the Nebraska job. Too many distractions for LSU, coupled with key injuries. But LSU is still clearly the more talented team. I still like LSU to win.
BTW, I'm hearing Jack Del Rio for the LSU gig. Another name that's a little more "out there".....Steve Spurrier.
Last night Nick Saban was spotted having dinner with Skip Bertman in Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport. Meanwhile Spurrier was spotted giving the Country Club of Louisiana's links a test drive. Ah, the rumor mill.
Seriously, I am hearing that this will be Gary Crowton's team by the end of the week. On an interim basis, anyway.
I would select Mangino from Kansas because he would look like the McDonald's Grimace monster dressed in purple
I'm not pulling your buckskin clad leg, LadyD. Consider:
This game means nothing to LSU, they wanted to win the NC, so they will be amotivated.
UT was eliminated from serious NC consideration in week 1 when Cal thumped them. They have been fighting all season for this game.
LSU's defense has surrendered somewhere near 1000 yards the last two games, half from the SEC cellar dweller and half from a team that has a woeful starting QB. UT's offense is on a roll and is way more balanced than either Arkie or Ole Miss could dream of being.
Flynn is hurt. Perriloux has played sparingly and is not a go-to guy right now.
Everyone in the Georgia Dome knows Les Miles will probably be working out a deal to go to Michigan about 4 hours after the game is over. Do players play hard for coaches that are bailing on them?
Everyone in the Georgia Dome knows Bo Pelini will probably be working out a deal to go to Nebraska about 4 hours after the game is over. Do players play hard for coaches that are bailing on them?
The only thing LSU has going for them is that Tennessee seems to lay more eggs in big games than any other program in the SEC. I can't explain it, but it wouldn't shock me if Fulmer, Chavis et al manage to compose a stinky game plan. One thing is for sure-it will be very ugly for the losing coaching staff after this game.
My prediction-Tennessee 31 LSU 27
Skunky, Tennessee is always ranked higher than they should be when football season starts. And Tennessee has had to battle back from behind to win the past two games. They lost a fairly good lead against Kentucky and almost lost the game. They did have around 470 yards total offense and Ainge threw for 7 touchdowns but that is rare.
Well I am not speculating anymore. If he really does have a press conference before the game and says he is staying and not leaving LSU might just come out sky-high. I might alter my pick
Well I am not speculating anymore. If he really does have a press conference before the game and says he is staying and not leaving LSU might just come out sky-high. I might alter my pick
I know you started this thread but!!! No one else can change their picks this late as there have already been Thursday and Friday night games.
I know you started this thread but!!! No one else can change their picks this late as there have already been Thursday and Friday night games.
Even though you will find my permission granting (I think) OL to change picks anytime before kickoff somewhere on this thread, OK, I will let it stand.
Even though you will find my permission granting (I think) OL to change picks anytime before kickoff somewhere on this thread, OK, I will let it stand.
Even though you will find my permission granting (I think) OL to change picks anytime before kickoff somewhere on this thread, OK, I will let it stand.
Yeah, I don't see the big deal...the game hasn't been played...change away! I thought about changing my Oregon pick but then if they did pull out a win I would be so mad at myself. so no changy for me. Have funn franns---I'm going shopping!
Yeah, I don't see the big deal...the game hasn't been played...change away! I thought about changing my Oregon pick but then if they did pull out a win I would be so mad at myself. so no changy for me. Have funn franns---I'm going shopping!
Let him go ahead then. No one can take a little ribbing on here. It was just my understanding that picks could not be changed after the first game of the week.
Everyone relax, I am not changing anything. Game on!
GEAUX TIGERS!!!
No, go ahead Skunky. I want you to. Even though the game has started. It will benefit you in the end even though we have struck first. You are in charge of this. I don't need anyone hating me on here.
Let him go ahead then. No one can take a little ribbing on here. It was just my understanding that picks could not be changed after the first game of the week.
The rule is one can change their pick'ems anytime before kickoff.
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Please Lady, I wasn't going to change my pick from Tennessee, relax.
This game is over for Tennessee. They have blown too many opportunities. Dropped passes, bad play selections by Erik Ainge. ESPN was right the other night when they said Ainge never played well against LSU. He is showing that alright. They will be blown out in the second half. They have no defense where pass defense is concerned. When you give up 3 feet when defending a receiver there will be a catch made every time by the opposite team and Tennessee is known for that. That is their bad specialty.
This game is over for Tennessee. They have blown too many opportunities. Dropped passes, bad play selections by Erik Ainge. ESPN was right the other night when they said Ainge never played well against LSU. He is showing that alright. They will be blown out in the second half. They have no defense where pass defense is concerned. When you give up 3 feet when defending a receiver there will be a catch made every time by the opposite team and Tennessee is known for that. That is their bad specialty.
The irritating thing about this game is that they are fighting for the right to play Hawaii in the Sugar Bowl. Hawaii!? LSU or Tennessee against Hawaii is horrible. And it is bad for New Orleans as Hawaii will bring a Tulane sized contingent of fans (that would be fewer than 20k).
I understand that LSU has some injured players, but neither team is playing like SEC Champions. Go DAWGS!
You are right there. But one will be in the second half. Tennessee hasn't done that bad defensively against the run in the second quarter but the pass is a different story. They've settled down some where stopping Hester and the run is concerned. But they have blown 3 opportunities to tack on more points. Dropped passes, poor running play choices, etc. Same thing every year. They drive me crazy. They used to have one of the best defensive secondaries. And I've followed Tennessee and their football for many years. Been a Vol fan since 10 years old. Things will come back to haunt you when you don't capitalize on opportunities.
Now Ainge is starting to do something. That is the Tennessee I am used to seeing. Thanks LSU for fumbling the ball. We would be ahead 17-13 right now if Daniel Lincoln wouldn't have missed that field goal earlier. He has missed two over the past 3 weeks and that is unusual.
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Re: SOWAL NCAA pick'em
I think Skunky was right. TN just might win. Somebody do my homework for me ... what does that do to the bowl picture?
Sorry, I'm not exactly into football this season after the Gators tanked. And basketball will be worse ... the starters left. The only names on the roster that I recognize are Hodge and Werner. That's scary.
Oh, well, from past experience I know to enjoy the ride while it lasts because this is all so cyclical. For example, UGA hasn't been so good since Herschel left ("under the N -- number 34, Herschel Walker"). Glad they're back in it -- makes the FLA/GA game more interesting. We stopped going because it got boring.
Please God, please do not let this game go to overtime. Please.
You ought to listen to me once in a while Skunky. I know Tennessee and how they can blow things. Two missed field goals, two back to back interceptions one for a TD for LSU, and then Tennessee makes a great play and gets to LSU's 15 only to yet again throw another interception. Missed opportunities a total of 4 times. LSU has it won now.
The only thing LSU has going for them is that Tennessee seems to lay more eggs in big games than any other program in the SEC. I can't explain it, but it wouldn't shock me if Fulmer, Chavis et al manage to compose a stinky game plan. One thing is for sure-it will be very ugly for the losing coaching staff after this game.
The only thing LSU has going for them is that Tennessee seems to lay more eggs in big games than any other program in the SEC. I can't explain it, but it wouldn't shock me if Fulmer, Chavis et al manage to compose a stinky game plan. One thing is for sure-it will be very ugly for the losing coaching staff after this game.
Bring on Hawaii.
I'm glad you guys have to play Hawaii and not us. Maybe if we get scheduled against a high school team we can win.
Oh LadyD, they will probably get into a good bowl and do well. Besides, it is basketball season, right?
Yeah, and I've been catching every basketball game so far and they are 7-1. Starting out very well. Tennessee has lost I think if I remember correctly that they have lost the last 3 bowl games. Will have to research that. Bowl games lately and Tennessee don't mix.
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...how boring was all that???? 
Hello frann!!! 
Now back to our regularly scheduled Pickem.
...I forgot the top three in the race...we resemble Animal Farm! 
I know you started this thread but!!! No one else can change their picks this late as there have already been Thursday and Friday night games.
No one can take a little ribbing on here. It was just my understanding that picks could not be changed after the first game of the week.
Two missed field goals, two back to back interceptions one for a TD for LSU, and then Tennessee makes a great play and gets to LSU's 15 only to yet again throw another interception. Missed opportunities a total of 4 times. LSU has it won now.
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