Well, I needed a week off to sit back and re-examine my gameplan here. After 3 straight losing weeks, it is what all great gamblers do. Why I did it, I don't know.
On to the picks - we are getting back on track this week.........
YTD: 6-9 ATS
Georgia (-9.5) at Vanderbilt
The Dawgs are coming off an embarrassing loss in which they made Jonathan Crompton (The Waynesville Wormburner) look like Peyton Manning. That is inexcusable and there is a lot of turmoil on this Bulldog staff right now.
With that said, Vandy is H-O-R-R-I-B-L-E. Did I make that clear enough for you? The Dawgs cover this number with ease.
Georgia -9.5
Southern California (-10) @ Notre Dame
Many think Charlie Weis' time is about up at Notre Dame. I'll tell you this - the guy has been lucky this year, if nothing else. With talent all over the field, this ND team plays with zero toughness, taking on the personality of their head coach. He continues to make excuses for his team. No excuses this week. SC in a rout.
USC -10
Iowa @ Wisconsin (-2.5)
I liked Wisky in this game earlier in the week when they were 1 point dogs. The line has shifted favorably in Wisky's favor. I still like'em/ Wisconsin is kryptonite to Iowa's defense: a big, physical, power running team. Iowa is quick on defense, but not big. This should be a good ballgame (as far as the Big-10 goes anyway), but in the end, feel the Badgers win by at least a FG.
Wisconsin -2.5
Good luck to all this weekend!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
New Blogger
Sorry about the lack of information posted here lately. My real job is getting in the way (g). That will change shortly, though.
Most importantly, I am very excited to take this opportunity to welcome Drayton Miller to this Blog. I am very thankful Drayton has agreed to do some writing here. His interpretation of the X's and O's in both basketball and football are second to none. You (and I) will get to enjoy his thorough breakdown and analysis of Crimson Tide Sports as he always provides a good synopsis of "the game behind the game." . Just a little background on Mr. Miller:
Occupations:
Graduate Asst Football Coach: Eastern Illinois University
- Home of NFL Head Coaches Sean Payton (Saints), Brad Childress (Vikings), Mike Shanahan (formerly Broncos), and Dallas Cowboy QB Tony Romo
Basketball Coach: Jacksonville University (Florida)
- Set all-time season scoring record, 104.3 ppg; Set all time scoring record at Madison Square Garden (156-106 vs St. Peters)
Basketball Coach: Boston College
Basketball Coach: University of South Alabama
Professor: United States Sports Academy
- Current Texas Tech Head Football Coach Mike Leach was one of Drayton's students
Athletics Director & Basketball Coach: Spring Hill College
Currently President/CEO of Miller Technologies International (Mobile, Al)
You can obviously see why this is such a huge coup to have someone of Drayton's experience agree to write here. Any questions/comments you may have are always welcome
Most importantly, I am very excited to take this opportunity to welcome Drayton Miller to this Blog. I am very thankful Drayton has agreed to do some writing here. His interpretation of the X's and O's in both basketball and football are second to none. You (and I) will get to enjoy his thorough breakdown and analysis of Crimson Tide Sports as he always provides a good synopsis of "the game behind the game." . Just a little background on Mr. Miller:
Occupations:
Graduate Asst Football Coach: Eastern Illinois University
- Home of NFL Head Coaches Sean Payton (Saints), Brad Childress (Vikings), Mike Shanahan (formerly Broncos), and Dallas Cowboy QB Tony Romo
Basketball Coach: Jacksonville University (Florida)
- Set all-time season scoring record, 104.3 ppg; Set all time scoring record at Madison Square Garden (156-106 vs St. Peters)
Basketball Coach: Boston College
Basketball Coach: University of South Alabama
Professor: United States Sports Academy
- Current Texas Tech Head Football Coach Mike Leach was one of Drayton's students
Athletics Director & Basketball Coach: Spring Hill College
Currently President/CEO of Miller Technologies International (Mobile, Al)
You can obviously see why this is such a huge coup to have someone of Drayton's experience agree to write here. Any questions/comments you may have are always welcome
Friday, October 2, 2009
Platinum Plays
OK. Rough week last week. Already tired of the "Plutonium Plays" jokes. We are going to make like Greg Louganis and come from behind this week.
Last week: 0-3 ATS
YTD: 5-7 ATS
Michigan @ Michigan State (-3.5)
On paper, the Wolverines should be about a 7 point favorite. They are 4-0 while Sparty is 1-3. However, Michigan State has played some good football this year. Vegas agrees. The line opened up with Michigan as a 1-point favorite. Something's up.
Michigan State -3.5
Alabama @ Kentucky (+15)
This is a dangerous spot for Alabama. The Wildcats are a pretty well-coached team and absolutely laid an egg in the first half against the Gators last weekend. That will not happen 2 weeks in a row. Kentucky ALWAYS upsets or scares the hell out of a Top 10 team every year at home. Add in the early kickoff (11AM Central) and this one could get real interesting.
I believe the Tide wins, but Kentucky covers.
Kentucky +15
Auburn @ Tennessee (-2)
Interesting game. The best thing about this one is that either Auburn or Tennessee will lose Saturday night. It would be too much to ask for the field to open up and swallow both teams and coaching staffs whole, never to be heard from again.
If the Vol head coaches do not run the ball right at the the heart of that Auburn defense all night, then they should all be lined up and shot. Wait a second, they don't have a choice. Tennessee has the Waynesville Wormburner at QB (Jonathan Crompton).
Let's give the Tigers' credit - Their offense is much improved. I am not ready to say they are one of the better offenses in the SEC until I see them play somebody, but they can stake that claim Saturday night. Tennessee has a solid defense, even without starting MLB Nick Reveiz, whom was lost last week to a season ending ACL injury. This should be a good one, but I always take the better defense, especially when they are at home.
Tennessee -2
Last week: 0-3 ATS
YTD: 5-7 ATS
Michigan @ Michigan State (-3.5)
On paper, the Wolverines should be about a 7 point favorite. They are 4-0 while Sparty is 1-3. However, Michigan State has played some good football this year. Vegas agrees. The line opened up with Michigan as a 1-point favorite. Something's up.
Michigan State -3.5
Alabama @ Kentucky (+15)
This is a dangerous spot for Alabama. The Wildcats are a pretty well-coached team and absolutely laid an egg in the first half against the Gators last weekend. That will not happen 2 weeks in a row. Kentucky ALWAYS upsets or scares the hell out of a Top 10 team every year at home. Add in the early kickoff (11AM Central) and this one could get real interesting.
I believe the Tide wins, but Kentucky covers.
Kentucky +15
Auburn @ Tennessee (-2)
Interesting game. The best thing about this one is that either Auburn or Tennessee will lose Saturday night. It would be too much to ask for the field to open up and swallow both teams and coaching staffs whole, never to be heard from again.
If the Vol head coaches do not run the ball right at the the heart of that Auburn defense all night, then they should all be lined up and shot. Wait a second, they don't have a choice. Tennessee has the Waynesville Wormburner at QB (Jonathan Crompton).
Let's give the Tigers' credit - Their offense is much improved. I am not ready to say they are one of the better offenses in the SEC until I see them play somebody, but they can stake that claim Saturday night. Tennessee has a solid defense, even without starting MLB Nick Reveiz, whom was lost last week to a season ending ACL injury. This should be a good one, but I always take the better defense, especially when they are at home.
Tennessee -2
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