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After that 0-11 disaster a few ago I have finally turned the corner with a respectable 20-12-1 since. I now find myself ever so close to the .500 mark and have my eyes on a winning season. I have adjusted to the lines and adapted nicely. I was one of the better fades around there for a while but it probably isn't a good idea to be against me from here on out, I will continue my comeback of winners this week and I have opted to bring back my random thoughts section.
Random Thoughts from Last Week (Week 7)
I have to admit I had the wrong side as I watched the USC/Notre Dame game, the Irish did score 14 unanswered points to get me the cover but they were clearly overmatched against the Mighty Trojans. It has never been more evident to me that USC just has the best athletes in college football year in and year out. I knew they were probably better than Notre Dame and would probably squeak out a win but I failed to realize just how much difference there was in talent and skill level. Notre Dame is more experienced and USC is young but they still haven't really closed the gap in talent. USC can throw if they must, run if they must and play some defense. Stay out of their way for the remainder of the season as they have their eyes on a Title Shot. The trojans move ahead of Texas in my rankings because is there is simply no way that the Longhorns are better than them.
Congrats to Bama and Florida both for keeping their National Title hopes alive and getting important conference wins without playing their best games. Both are great programs and both deserve their ranking but they both look vulnerable with their lack of passing ability. What happens if they get down by over a touchdown late in the game and they have to score quick? I don't see much of any passing from either team to be honest and I am starting to wonder if they are truly better than USC, for now I say yes, but the gap is closing quickly as the season goes on.
I hope Tony Pike turns out okay and is back playing soon, it would be ashamed to see Cincy lose him as he is much of the reason they are undefeated. They remain the class of the Big East even though Pitt and West Virginia are both solid contenders as well.
Watching Rutgers vs Pitt the other night left me wondering. Which is worse? Dave's mustache or coach Schiano's grill? Surely with his salary he can afford an orthodonist up in Jersey to close that parking garage in his mouth, come on Greg, shape up that grill bro, I'm cheering for you!
Tressel ball strikes again and the might Buckeyes lose to Purdue. Yes, the same Purdue team that had lost their Big10 games by an average of about 73 points per contest. I was the only one that refuse to put that fraud of a team in the top 10 and I was clearly right. Pryor is a very below average passer that can run with ball with some effectiveness on occasion. He is an average college quarterback with average offensive talent around him and he plays for one of the most conservative coaches on earth. Tressel ball is about 5 years past its prime, they can't compete in most of their big games, they can't beat legit teams and their offense is too vanilla. Godfather, how good to your boys look now bro? You guys are officially the 2nd best team in Ohio, congrats!
Iowa continues to get wins, albeit ugly wins. The Hawkeyes creep into my top 10 this week but I will keep them below Oregon as there is no way they could beat the Ducks on a neutral field. As I look a the Big 10 I wonder if Iowa is the best team, they may actually be, they do play hard and they do win so I must give them credit. I never have liked the Big10 but Iowa is a likeable team, thumbs up for them!
I really thought Nebraska was on the comeback with Bo P but that obviously isn't the case, at least for now. They got punked by a Texas Tech team without Graham Harrell or Michael Crabtree in their own backyard. Tech has always been a sloppy road team but they punched the Huskers right in the mouth and got the last laugh. The name BlackShirt will continue to take a back seat for BlackSkirts, oops.
TCU blasted a decent Colorado St by 38 points. The Rams aren't good but they aren't bad either and they have been able to move the ball against other quality teams and hang around in games. TCU just completely owned them and solidify their top 10 ranking for now. The Horned Frogs get a nice matchup this week when they visit Provo and the Mormons will have revenge on their mind from the beating TCU gave them last year.
Is Texas A&M and Mike Sherman serious? 62-14 to Kansas St? Really? I didn't know that this year's version of Kansas State could beat anyone like that. Sherman should be ashamed of himself and that dismal program he is building. What a travesty he is for a football coach, the Aggies are just dumb enough to not know any better though
Hawkins made a much needed QB change and Hansen gave the Buffs a spark on offense and enough leadership to upset the undefeated Jayhawks, the students rushed the field after the game like they just won the National Title. I couldn't help but think how bad things have become in Colorado that your students rush the field for a conference win over a basketball school, wow!
Idaho once again proves the doubters wrong and covers again, Hawaii gave them a fight but the Vandals got the job done and continue to be the ATS darlings of this 2009 season.
Mr. Snead gets the week off from me ripping him as actually had good stats this past game. Enjoy the buy week Jevan.
It would be harder for me to have a much better weekend than this past one. UVA won again, Va Tech lost, Ohio St. lost and I went 9-4 with my games. All in all, that is the way I like it!
My Top 10
1. Florida
1. Alabama
3. USC
4. Texas
5. TCU
6. Cincy
7. Boise St.
8. Miami-Fl
9. Oregon
10. Iowa
Black Boots, Black Dress, Black Eye, Black Dog
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Keep the winners coming and best of luck this week!
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