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Week 12
NC State @ North Carolina....State
#6 Wisconsin @ Michigan.....Wisconsin
#14 Virginia Tech @ #24 Miami.....Miami
#7 Stanford @ California.....Stanford
#8 Ohio State @ #21 Iowa.....Ohi
U Conn @ Syracuse.....Syracuse
#13 Arkansas @ #22 Mississippi State.....Arkansas
Army @ Notre Dame.....Army
Florida State @ Maryland.....woof, both kinda dogs... FS
#9 Nebraska @ #18 Texas A&M....Texas

NC State @ North Carolina – Big time cross state (almost cross town actually) rivalry between two teams that have performed beyond expectations this year. The Tar Heels and Wolfpack are evenly matched but NC State has had Butch Davis’ number for the past few years and I think they will again this year. Vee’s pick ~ NC State

#6 Wisconsin @ Michigan – Don’t expect a repeat of last week’s 2000+ point game by Wisconsin against Michigan. After all Michigan is a much better team than Indiana (isn’t everyone? ) That doesn’t mean that Wisconsin will struggle or lose however. I think this should be a decent game for three quarters before the badgers pull away in the fourth quarter. Vee’s Pick ~ Wisconsin

#14 Virginia Tech @ #24 Miami – Lordy, lordy! Why in the world did I choose this game as one of the ten for this week? My heart says Miami, my head says VaTech. My hope is that the Hokies will go into the game knowing that they can make it to the ACC championship game by beating Virginia next week whether or not they beat Miami on Saturday. On the other hand, it’s a must win game for the Canes to keep hope of a Championship game slot alive. Vee’s pick ~ Go Canes! It’s all about the U. Miami

#7 Stanford @ California – Stanford has too much at stake as does Andrew Luck and his Heisman hopes for them to allow the Bears to beat them even though the game is at Cal. Vee’s pick ~ Stanford

#8 Ohio State @ #21 Iowa - This might be one of the toughest picks of the week. For all its success, Ohio State has been erratic on the road and is lucky to still be in contention for the Big Ten title. Iowa is tough as nails and has been unlucky in their two losses. Since this is a home game for Iowa, I think Ohio State comes up just a bit short in a squeaker that really could go either way. Vee’s pick~ Iowa

U Conn @ Syracuse – This is also a tough pick. Syracuse is 0-2 at home in conference play but undefeated on the road in the Big East. Both teams have had flashes of brilliance this year but have played inconsistent ball throughout the season. It comes down to the fact that I don’t think the ‘Cuse will lose all three games at home particularly since UConnhas been terrible on the road. Vee’s pick ~ Syracuse

#13 Arkansas @ #22 Mississippi State – This may be a closer game then many think. The Razorbacks are an excellent team and Ryan Mallett is as good as ‘Bama’s McElroy. Mississippi State suffered a tough loss last week to Alabama and this makes for a difficult back to back. Vee’s pick ~ Arkansas

Army @ Notre Dame – Sorry Cobie but I’m still not on the Irish bandwagon even after their destruction of Utah last week. Army is very much like the Navy team that demolished the Irish earlier this season and I think the Black Knights’ triple option will give ND fits. Vee’s pick ~ Army

Florida State @ Maryland – I’ve been extolling the virtues of Maryland all year, deservedly so IMHO. They have improved tremendously over the past few years. However, Florida State’s speed is likely to be too much for them. Vee’s pick ~ Florida State

#9 Nebraska @ #18 Texas A&M – On a normal weekend I would never pick Nebraska to lose at home. However, Huskers QB Taylor Martinez is still hobbled by a bad ankle and will not be 100%. If he were, this would be a no brainer. A & M has the speed and talent to handle the rest of the Nebraska team if Martinez is not a factor. Vee’s pick ~ Texas A & M

North Carolina
Wisconsin
Virginia Tech
Stanford
Iowa
U Conn
Arkansas
Army
Maryland
Texas A&M

tick, tock....tick, tock...

Time is running out for Cobie to post his picks! Will he make it in time? Stay tuned...same bat time, same bat channel to find out!

North Carolina
Wisconsin
Virginia Tech
Stanford
Iowa
Uconn
Arkansas
ND
Florida State
Texas A&M

Whew...11:45 and I suddenly realized I had to make my picks!

Being the stubborn guy I am, I picked Uconn and ND even though both really will have to pull off some magic to win.

So Far...

Week 12
NC State @ North Carolina....State
#6 Wisconsin @ Michigan.....Wisconsin Wisconsin won
#14 Virginia Tech @ #24 Miami.....Miami VT won
#7 Stanford @ California.....Stanford Stanford won
#8 Ohio State @ #21 Iowa.....Ohi Ohio won
U Conn @ Syracuse.....Syracuse
#13 Arkansas @ #22 Mississippi State.....Arkansas
Army @ Notre Dame.....Army
Florida State @ Maryland.....woof, both kinda dogs... FS
#9 Nebraska @ #18 Texas A&M....Texas

Overall, this was one of our best weeks as a group. Congrats to both Lance and Cobie for their impressive 80% results!

Lardy 6 of 10 - 60%
Rick 7 of 10 - 70%
Vee 6 of 10 - 60%
Cobie 8 of 10 - 80%
Lance 8 of 10 - 80%

And the overall standings are as follows:

Cobie - 46 of 80 = 58%
Rick - 51 of 90 = 57%
Vee - 47 of 90 = 52%
Lardy - 42 of 79 = 53%
Lance - 42 of 70 = 60%

Here's the newest AP Poll...

AP Top 25

* 1.Oregon (37)
* 2.Auburn (13)
* 3.Boise St. (10)
* 4.TCU
* 5.Wisconsin
* 6.LSU
* 7.Stanford
* 8.Ohio St.
* 9.Alabama
* 10.Oklahoma St.
* 11.Michigan St.
* 12.Arkansas
* 13.Virginia Tech
* 14.Oklahoma
* 15.Missouri
* 16.Nebraska
* 17.Texas A&M
* 18.South Carolina
* 19.Nevada
* 20.Arizona
* 21.N.C. State
* 22.Florida St.
* 23.Utah
* 24.Iowa
* 25.Mississippi St.

Here are the games to study for this week. Please note that the Texas v Texas A&M game is the traditional Thanksgiving game and therefore picks must be in before the start of that game on Thursday at 8 pm! Lots of rivalry games on the schedule this week which makes it even tougher usually so good luck!

Week 13
#17 Texas A&M @ Texas ~ THURSDAY
West Virginia @ Pitt ~ FRIDAY
#2 Auburn @ #9 Alabama ~ FRIDAY
#20 Arizona @ #1 Oregon ~ FRIDAY
#3 Boise State @ #19 Nevada ~ FRIDAY
#18 South Carolina @ Clemson
#22 Florida @ Florida State
NC State @ Maryland
#6 LSU @ #12 Arkansas
#14 Oklahoma @ #10 Oklahoma State

Woo hoo. Back to my winning prognostication ways.

Me likey.

Carolina destroyed Troy as well, but that was to be expected.

Next week, if it isn't on the list, Carolina Vs. Clemson.... Pickin' Carolina. I know, I'm leadin' with my heart on this, but so what. We're ranked, we've been putting things back together as a team after a couple of hard losses. Think we should take it. So, if it isn't on the docket, its my suprise pick of the week.

Well now, thats embarrasing. It'll teach me to look at the posts above, wont it.

Bad me. Bad me.


Week 13
#17 Texas A&M @ Texas ~ THURSDAY Tough one, Gimme A & M
West Virginia @ Pitt ~ FRIDAY....WV
#2 Auburn @ #9 Alabama ~ FRIDAY.... Auburn but hopin' for Bama
#20 Arizona @ #1 Oregon ~ FRIDAY.... O Re gone fer da win
#3 Boise State @ #19 Nevada ~ FRIDAY.... Boise
#18 South Carolina @ Clemson .... Heh. Carolina
#22 Florida @ Florida State ..... Flo ridda'
NC State @ Maryland ..... NC State
#6 LSU @ #12 Arkansas ... Arkansas
#14 Oklahoma @ #10 Oklahoma State.... Oklahoma

And here are the BCS standings for Week 13...

Bowl Champ. Series

* Oregon
* Auburn
* TCU
* Boise St.
* LSU
* Stanford
* Wisconsin
* Ohio St.
* Oklahoma St.
* Michigan St.
* Alabama
* Arkansas
* Oklahoma
* Missouri
* Nebraska
* Virginia Tech
* Texas A&M
* South Carolina
* Nevada
* Utah
* Arizona
* Florida St.
* N.C. State
* Iowa
* Mississippi St.

Since the chances of me screwing up and not picking Thursday are very high, I'll do the Thursday game now and get to the rest shortly.

I'm calling Texas in an upset over Texas A&M. Based on this past weekend and just feeling like Texas will pull this one together because they have to.

(FYI, I love Texas A&M because of those awesome traditions and cult-like dedication to it's football, so I actually would prefer if they won).

Congrats on a good week Cobie! Good thing you got those picks in on time!

Week 13
#17 Texas A&M @ Texas --------------- Texas A&M
West Virginia @ Pitt ---------------- Pittsburgh
#2 Auburn @ #9 Alabama -------------- Auburn
#20 Arizona @ #1 Oregon ------------- Oregon
#3 Boise State @ #19 Nevada -------- Boise
#18 South Carolina @ Clemson -------- South Carolina
#22 Florida @ Florida State --------- Florida
NC State @ Maryland ---------------- Maryland
#6 LSU @ #12 Arkansas --------------- LSU
#14 Oklahoma @ #10 Oklahoma State --- Oklahoma State

I really should let someone else select the games each week. I always come up with some very hard matches and then make it worse by picking wrong!

#17 Texas A&M @ Texas ~ THURSDAY - I would normally pick Texas at home but they really don't seem to have their act together at all this year. A&M on the other hand seems to be hitting on all cylinders. Vee's pick ~ A&M Aggies

West Virginia @ Pitt ~ FRIDAY - No one in the Big East seems to want to step up and claim the championship this year! Vee's pick ~ West Vitginia

#2 Auburn @ #9 Alabama ~ FRIDAY - There's only one choice here if I want to stay on Kippers good side Vee's pick ~ Alabama in the upset of the year.

#20 Arizona @ #1 Oregon ~ FRIDAY - Much as I would like to see it turn out differently... Vee's pick ~ Oregon

#3 Boise State @ #19 Nevada ~ FRIDAY - Nevada has been having one heck of a year but Boise is the real deal. Vee's pick ~ Boise State

#18 South Carolina @ Clemson - Hate to pick between these two because guys on here are true fans of both. Vee's pick ~ South Carolina because they've been more consistent all year

#22 Florida @ Florida State ~ The Seminoles are the better eam this year without a doubt. Yet it wouldn't surprise me to see them lose to the Gators in this one. You can never tell how this will play out. Vee's pick ~ Florida State

NC State @ Maryland ~ Both teams have been surprises this year but the Wolfpack has a much more solid defense. Vee's pick ~ NC State

#6 LSU @ #12 Arkansas - Another one that could go either way. I think I have to go with home field on this one. Vee's pick ~ Arkansas

#14 Oklahoma @ #10 Oklahoma State - Never thought I would ever get the chance to actually say this...Vee's pick ~ Oklahoma State Cowboys for the win!

Yeah, I am feeling really unsure about my picks this week, Vee. I got pretty lucky last week; we'll have to see if my luck holds out. Really doubting it....

Texas A&M
West Virginia
Alabama
Oregon
Boise State
Clemson
Florida
Maryland
Arkansas
Oklahoma State

Wow! Those were some great games yesterday. Auburn/Alabama and Boise/Nevada went the wrong way for me but they were lots of fun to watch.

You got that right, Vee. I thought Bama was gonna run away with it...but I (and the Tide) got a big surprise!

Hee are this week's results...

Lardy 5 of 10 - 50%
Rick 7 of 10 - 70%
Vee 6 of 10 - 60%
Cobie 1 of 10 - 10% (or 1 of 1 depending on how you look at it )
Lance 5 of 10 - 50%

And the overall standings are as follows:

Cobie - 47 of 81 = 58%
Rick - 58 of 100 = 58%
Vee - 53 of 100 = 53%
Lardy - 47 of 79 = 53%
Lance - 47 of 80 = 59%

Congrats to Rick for going 7 of 10!

Here's the new AP Poll...

AP Top 25

* 1.Oregon (36)
* 2.Auburn (23)
* 3.TCU (1)
* 4.Wisconsin
* 5.Stanford
* 6.Ohio St.
* 7.Michigan St.
* 8.Arkansas
* 9.Boise St.
* 10.Oklahoma
* 11.LSU
* 12.Virginia Tech
* 13.Nebraska
* 14.Nevada
* 15.Missouri
* 16.Oklahoma St.
* 17.Alabama
* 18.South Carolina
* 19.Texas A&M
* 20.Florida St.
* 21.Utah
* 22.Mississippi St.
* 23.West Virginia
* 24.Northern Illinois
* 25.Hawaii

And the Week 14 BCS rankings...

Bowl Champ. Series

* Auburn
* Oregon
* TCU
* Stanford
* Wisconsin
* Ohio St.
* Arkansas
* Michigan St.
* Oklahoma
* LSU
* Boise St.
* Missouri
* Nebraska
* Oklahoma St.
* Virginia Tech
* Alabama
* Nevada
* Texas A&M
* South Carolina
* Utah
* Florida St.
* Mississippi St.
* Arizona
* West Virginia
* Northern Illinois

And here are the ten games to consider for this week. All games are on Saturday and while there are a couple of conference championship games some other match ups are less prominent, so study up and get your pick posted before noon on Saturday!

Week 14
Rutgers @ West Virginia
Pitt @ Cincinnati
Southern Methodist @ Central Florida
U Conn @ South Florida
#1 Oregon @ Oregon State
#2 Auburn @ #18 South Carolina
Washington @ Washington State
#11 Florida State @ #13 Virginia Tech
#16 Nebraska @ #10 Oklahoma
USC @ UCLA

Guess I'll get my picks in now...

Week 14
Rutgers @ West Virginia ------------------ West Virginia
Pitt @ Cincinnati ------------------------ Cincinnati
Southern Methodist @ Central Florida ----- Central Florida
U Conn @ South Florida ------------------- South Florida
#1 Oregon @ Oregon State ----------------- Oregon
#2 Auburn @ #18 South Carolina ----------- Auburn
Washington @ Washington State ------------ Washington
#11 Florida State @ #13 Virginia Tech ---- Virginia Tech
#16 Nebraska @ #10 Oklahoma -------------- Oklahoma
USC @ UCLA ------------------------------- USC