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Sunday, November 1, 2009

Weekend Recap (Week 9 NCAA, Week 8 NFL)

Crap.............garbage.........dumpster fire, that would describe my weekend. For the 3rd weekend in a row I broke even. I embarrassed myself in the Pick 'em Challenge that I am now a part of with some other handicappers scattered about Internet land. I went 1-3-1 on my debut, impressive I know, couldn't have done any worse if I tried. If it was raining vagina's I would get hit in the face with a penis. I am going to buy a Hyundai now to celebrate my mediocrity. I went to a Halloween party last night and watched my account get hammered by some late night pants shitting thanks to South Carolina and Oklahoma State. It is difficult to be successful when playing Cranium when your money is being siphoned out of your pockets by Vegas minions. For the year my NCAA record is now at 30-23-2, NFL record is 38-14-1, total for the season is 68-37-3, not good. I am tired of Vegas complaining about the money they are losing. There is just no way and they might want to check their books, I am more than sure that college football money is keeping them in the black. The NFL spreads this year are set WAY to high considering how inconsistent most teams have been. Vegas is continuing to piss me off and with Bowl Season coming up soon, they might want to be a little nicer to my account as I am very dangerous at picking bowl games and will continue that trend this year as well. See you soon readers, I am off to watch my Yankees play some baseball.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

NFL Week #8 Free Money Report

"This is The Blanket reporting from inside the cash cage at one of the biggest sportsbooks in Vegas, I recognize some of my money in here and that is the wrong answer. I plan on rescuing my green friends this Sunday and also releasing some of the other captured money from the vault into my pocket" I have changed the title of my NFL handicapping blog to reflect a new direction as The Blanket has been slightly above .500 the last two weeks. So lets see how the new image works out as I delve into the numbers and stats to put out a paragraph to back up my research. The way I normally come up with my selections has alot to do with eyeballing the lines when they first come out, from there I go with my gut feeling on a line similar to taking a difficult multiple choice exam, like the LSAT for example. Then I isolate the games I like from eyeballing, I look at trends of covering, but that rarely is an indicator of which way I will go. I like to analyze the teams tangibles, coaches, players, etc. This formula usually results in windfall profits as it will this Sunday. Here is what I have to redeem myself:



Ravens -3 Jared Gaither will be back in the line up for this game allowing Micheal Oher to switch back to his natural side. This will give Flacco time to throw which he has not had in two games. I just cannot see the Ravens losing a 4th game in a row, especially at home. The Broncos are a solid team and have made me alot of money this year, Orton has been outstanding, but the Broncos have basically run away with the AFC West and have the Steelers next week. The Ravens are playing for pride and need this game to stay in the division hunt. I see this to be a low scoring game, but the Ravens should pull it out at home. Both QB's have outstanding protecting, both teams can stop the run, but the Ravens have been struggling against the pass, however, I think having Gaither back in the line up really helps Flacco. 2 units.Win.




Texans -3 Wow, the Texans have won two games in a row, could they be turning the corner? Johnson is banged up and is questionable for this game with a lung contusion. Schaub has alot of other weapons though, such as Daniels and Slaton. Buffalo has an outstanding defense, Fitzpatrick is actually an improvement over Edwards. However, there is a disturbing trend the Bills have and that is they hate covering on the road. The Bills are just 1-7 in their last 8 ATS at Ralph Wilson Stadium. The Texans sketchy defense was pitching a shut out until Alex Smith came into the game and brought the 49ers within 3. I am fading that because obviously the Texans had not planned for Smith to enter the game. The Texans beat the Bengals soundly who just like the Bills have a sound defense, but the Bills offense is nowhere near the Bengals. This is a good spot for the Texans as they could be in a wildcard position if they keep playing well. 4 units. Win.




Colts -13 Not even The Blanket is brave enough to bet against Peyton Manning. He is far and away at the top of his game this year. The 49ers are still in transition and have been struggling to run the ball as of late. Smith is getting the start and has to face Freeney and Mathis, have fun Alex. The Colts defense has vastly improved so I think San Fran will struggle to move the ball both on the ground and in the air. The 49ers might be able to shut down Addai, but Manning has too many weapons in Wayne, Clark, Garcon, Collie and Brown for the 49ers to account for. Will the Colts ever lose? 2 units. Loss.




Dolphins +4 Kris Jenkins is out for this game, the Jets premiere run stopper and here come the run happy Dolphins. These teams hate each other, while most teams would fold up shop with a 2-4 record I don't see a Sparano/ Parcells team doing that. Henne won't be phased by the hostile crowd, this guy was the QB at Michigan and had to play in the Horseshoe and at Sparty as well as Happy Valley, none of these places are welcoming to the Wolverines. Maybe Sparano will bench hands of stone Ted Ginn for this contest as he has proved several times he cannot handle the power behind a pass coming from a Wolverine. This game will be tight and the Jets are without Washington as well and their WR's are nothing to write home about. Will Allen Miami's best CB is done for the season too. I see the crowd turning against Sanchez quick if he throws a pick against the Dolphins opportunistic defense that picked Brees 3 times last week. Miami covers a squeaker. 2 units. Win.




Cowboys -10 Wow, I am taking the Cowboys and the Gators in the same weekend? Definitely a first for me. The Cowboys torched the Falcons, the Falcons were embarrassed and should enter the witness protection program. Romo had time to throw and delivered an excellent performance. Miles Austin will command safety help all game long against the Seahawks abysmal secondary, forcing Williams to step up and make plays. The Cowboys secondary played with heart against Atlanta lets hope they continue this week. The Cowboys will be able to run the ball with any of their three backs, Lofa Tatupa is out for the year and his absence will show. Jones and Locklear so Hasselbeck will be a sitting duck as I expect the Cowboys pass rush will be unrelenting, I doubt Morris will have any success against his former team as the Seahawks O-line hates to run block and pass protect. The Cowboys will not take this game lightly as they are poised to make a play for taking the lead in the NFC East. 3 units.Win.




Jaguars +3 David Garrard is playing well and I am definitely not laying points with the Titans. Especially with the Fisher / Manning jersey fallout, this team is in disarray. Collins is gassed and I expect to see VY at some point in this game. I also think MJD will have a big game and which one of the Titans beat up secondary is going to attempt to cover Mike Sims-Walker? The Jags are a better team then the Titans and I am getting points? I like it! 2 units.Loss.




Vikings +3 I guess I did not learn my lesson last week. Favre tossed a pick at a horrible time and blew a cover for me. Let's hope he doesn't have to play from behind in this game. The Packers got their 4 wins against garbage teams ( Lions, Browns, Rams and Bears) They have yet to beat a decent team. The Vikings have had a much tougher schedule. Rodgers has been sacked alot this year, look for that to continue here. Tauscher and Clifton should be back for this game, but who knows if they will be ready to handle the Vikings D-line and mad man Jared Allen, the Vikings secondary is beat up but I don't envision Rodgers having much time to throw. Vikings pull out a close game, I like the points here. 2 units.Win.




Cardinals -10 I'm not too high on this game, matter of fact there is no NFL game this weekend that makes me want to lay big units on. The Cardinals hate covering double digit spreads at home. Then again they are playing the Panthers, who scored 2 points against the Bills (minus a TD in garbage time) Delhomme will struggle against the Cards secondary. Arizona looks to have figured it out as Warner went deep twice against the Giants. The Cardinals defense has been looking great the last couple of games as they blew out the Seahawks at Qwest field and really frustrated Eli last week. I think the Cards will put Delhomme on suicide watch after this game. Cards big. 2 units. Loss.


Season Record 38-14-1
Eight games so far, if I have a good Saturday with my college action I might add two games, those being the Raiders +17 and the Giants Pk. I am thinking bettors will start pounding the Eagles making the Giants a dog. The Chargers can't run the ball and the Raiders will shut down the passing game, just ask the Eagles. Lets hope I can get back on track this weekend, I need it.

Monday, October 26, 2009

NCAA Week #9 Pick 'em

College football has been keeping my account afloat the last two weeks as my NFL action has been dreadful. I'm not in the mood for any witty banter this week. Lets get to the picks, I will have a big slate of college action this week but here are a few early ones to wet your appetite for money.



East Carolina -4 ECU is a decent team that can score some points, they have had some nice C-USA wins this season to include Marshall, they also beat UCF, a team with a solid defense. Memphis does not have a solid defense, nor are they a good offense. I think the Pirates cover the 4 on the road.Win.



West Virginia -3 USF has no heart and likes to get blown out at home, look for this trend to continue here on a national stage. You can't teach pride or heart and USF has none of either. This game will be like taking free money from Vegas. USF couldn't catch Zach Collaros so how are they going to catch Noel Divine out of the backfield, he will have a huge day and the Mountaineers will move the ball with ease. USF can't stand stopping the run or defending the pass and they really hate winning conference games. WV big. Loss.




****Ole Miss -3 Looks like the Rebels have found their grove, beating a solid Razorbacks team with ease on Saturday. Auburn has been beat real badly their last couple of games and I see that trend continuing here. I think we are getting good value here with the Rebels, lets take advantage of that here. Auburn looks prepped to continue their downward spiral. Loss.



****South Carolina +6 I have stated before, you will never see me take the Gamecocks when they are favored. As dogs they always seem to show up. SC has a solid defense and will be able to pressure Crompton and put the clamps on the Vols running game. The Vols are getting alot of hype coming off a close loss to Alabama, I don't buy it. I see this as a very low scoring game and a battle of field goals, in that situation I love taking points and I think getting 6 points here is a nice play. Loss.



Oregon +4 Oregon loves to cover and they have the best uniforms in college football. USC is over-hyped and an ESPN love child. The Ducks offense has really been clicking since they laid an egg against Boise St., which was a total fluke. USC is nothing special and they do not cover. Barkley is a solid QB but I think he will have a rough time in Autzen Stadium this time around. The Ducks play as of late is a testament to their coach, I don't see the Ducks slowing sown at home. I think the Ducks win this game outright and as always I will take the points as well as the money. Win.



Arkansas -38 Huge number here I know, but this is a non conference game and Mallet's passer rating is through the roof against non-conference opponents. Eastern Michigan hates covering and winning, they will be out matched in every aspect of this game. Having problems justifying the 38? Think about what the Razorbacks did to Texas A&M. I just don't see how the Eagles will be able to score here. Central Michigan beat them by 47 as well and that was an in state rival, Razorbacks might cover after the 1st quarter and they need this game as the Razorbacks have had a very difficult schedule.Loss.




****GT -12 Vandy is getting alot of credit here for being in the SEC, that probably lowered the spread 2-3 points here. GT is in the drivers seat for the ACC crown and I don't see the Yellowjackets taking any opponent lightly. Vandy lost to Army, that's bad. The triple option is very hard to stop and should pile up yardage in this contest as it is very hard to prep for this type of offense.Win.




Houston -6 The line has dropped 1 point in my favor here. I like laying 6 MUCH better than 7 for obvious reasons. Southern Miss has been a huge disappointment, they had a national TV audience that witnessed the Eagles shit their pants a couple of weeks ago, but then again so did the Cougars. Houston is tough at home and their potent offense is very capable of putting up points in a hurry. Southern Miss has a backup at QB which makes me even more comfortable laying the points.Win.




****Pokes +9 The Longhorns are primed for a loss and Stillwater is the perfect place for theri cherry to get popped. Another loss by Oklahoma St and the Pokes are done and out of a Big 12 title shot. Dez Bryant might be in the lineup as well. Texas is a slow starting team, they might want to be careful with that, because Zach Robinson is a solid QB and a fierce competitor and is a better QB then Colt "I don't want to start playing till the 2nd half" Mccoy. If the Pokes double up Jordan "Mr. Ed" Shipley Texas will struggle to move the ball. Hopefully Dez and Kendall are both back for this contest. The Longhorns have no identity right now and look a bit sloppy, upset alert on the road for the Longhorns.Loss.




Air Force -4 I love this game!!!!! I have bet against Air Force 1 time this year and that was when they played covering machine Wyoming (go away Mel Kiper Jr. you ruined Idaho for me and if I see/ hear you talking about the rest of my covering machines and my one reverse covering machine we are going to have a fireside chat and you will not enjoy it). CSU was a jr. covering machine in the beginning of the year as I called the outright when against their in state rival. However, since then the pants shitting has commenced. TCU beat them by 600 and embarrassed me on my pick 'em forum. Air Force plays every one tough for example TCU 3 point loss, Navy 3 point loss, Utah (in Utah) 7 point loss. So I think they cover the 4 easy, this will be a 10 unit play for me. Win.




Gators -15 wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!! Go Gators!!!!!!! I love Tim Tebow, just kidding I can't stand him. However, Georgia is terrible and Urban Meyer holds a grudge like an elephant, he will never forget the touchdown celebration that the Bulldogs felt prudent to do. The Gators need a big win, its time to put up or shut up for Tebow. I figure the Gators will get a free touchdown here for the 3rd week in a row so technically the spread for this game is -8 and I think the Gators can get that against a pathetic Bulldogs squad. I can't believe I just wrote about the Gators on my blog, their goes my journalistic integrity, I am going to put a bible verse on my eye black for my next co-ed softball game to make amends!Win.




****Indiana +18 The Hoosiers can score some points, Iowa hates scoring points until there is 2 seconds left on the clock and The Blanket is clinging to life. No doubt the Hawkeyes win this game but, I can't see them winning by more than 14. Iowa is another South Carolina. In case you are a new reader I have my South Carolina rule and that rule is as follows quoted from the Bible it states as follows: "The Gamecocks are not in play in any game in which they are favored, they are in play if they are dogs of any amount because they play to the level of their opponents" Apply this to the Hawkeyes in this situation. I have alot of respect for Ferentz and Stanzi as well as the team but 18 is alot of wood here.Push.


Season Record 30-23-2
Pick 'em Challenge 1-3-1
That is what I have money lovers. Lets have a Saturday of unit collecting I need it as I have been breaking even the last 2 weeks. If you have noticed I jumped off the Idaho bandwagon this week as well as my Iowa State bandwagon. Mel Kiper is to blame for Idaho and I have been riding Iowa State for too long. I mentioned earlier about my covering machines. I will list them here because I care about my readers and want them to profit. I'm not one of those handicappers that tries to sway action, I simply don't have the readership for that. My covering machines are Air Force, Navy, Wyoming, South Carolina, my reverse covering machine is Rice, but they are on a bye this week so we will bet against them next week. I started off well this week with an ECU cover, lets keep it going as I look to redeem myself on my NFL action as I have been have un-Blanket-like performances the last two weeks, it ends today.

Weekend Recap...............

Another bad weekend, my College football action was decent, can't really complain about that as I had a few games that were unpublished that I took last minute. Another NFL weekend of total disaster, wow, I was terrible. It looked like the 1pm games were shaping up nicely the 49ers were coming back and the Vikings cut into the 10 point lead. At least the 49ers pushed for me and got my 5 units back, the Vikings went on to shit their pants, that was the first time I bet on them this year and now I know why. The Patriots, Colts and Chargers covered for me early. The Bills were the only team that covered for me the rest of the day. Right now as I type I am sending my last 2.5 units to settle the payment with Vegas as I took the Redskins +10, yup I am an asshole and I hate money. I expect my NFL action to be very thin this week as I do not like what I see right now. I had three unpublished games I took on Sunday as I went with the Chargers, Bills and Bears. 2 of the 3 covered. Lets just say I will never bet on the Bears again. They are garbage. I hope Kyle Orton is laughing at them. That being said the Falcons are the worst team in the NFL and thoroughly embarrassed me. Also the USF Bulls got their teeth kicked in by the Pitt Panthers and they deserve it, I honestly hope USF loses every game the rest of this year, they have no pride, they look like a bunch of 5 year old kids running around randomly attempting to play football with absolutely no game plan or knowledge that there are penalties called in football. Leavitt, Canales and Tresey need to be fired right now. USF needs 2 more wins to get a bowl game, maybe they can beat L'ville but that is it. So I have them going 6-6 on the year, impressive. Good to see the Gators got yet another free touchdown on Saturday night, its very sad that they cannot win a game without cheating, the Gators are now 6-1 after their 3 point victory against MSU. They have the Bulldogs this weekend, I wonder how many unearned touchdowns Tebow will be praying for this weekend. It is now time for the last rankings of my most hated college football teams, here they are:
1.) Florida
2.) Nevada
3.) Boise St.
4.) Notre Dame
5.) USC
6.) Ohio St.
7.) Texas
There we have it. I will be posting some of my college games shortly.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

NFL Week #7 Pick 'em

I will have my comeuppance this Sunday Vegas, The Blanket does not go 5-3 ATS on NFL games. So I vow this week to make sure that does not happen. Plus I don't like using my own cash for paying my credit card bills, that is what Vegas is for. Here is what I have for my fans of tax free money this week.




49ers +3 I like the Texans as underdogs, just like the Bengals. However the Texans as a home favorite, not so much. I expect Singletary to have his team tuned up and ready for this contest after they suffered their worst loss in franchise history against the Falcons two weeks ago. Matt Schaub has alot of problems with the 3-4 defense and the 49ers have a pretty good one. Plus the Texans do not like winning two games in a row. I think the Texans will also have trouble in pass protection here as well, look for the 49ers to use Gore alot to give Hill the ability to move the chains in short yardage situations. The Texans have beaten the Raiders and the Titans, not impressive. Yes they beat the Bengals but Cincy had to flatten out soon its been a emotional season for them so far. I highly doubt Singletary will let his troops roll over and let Arizona walk with the NFC West. 2 units. Push.




Colts -14 The Colts are playing out of their minds right now, they have had a week to get healthy and I think the Miami game really motivated this team. Manning is so good that a conference rival head coach is rocking an 18 jersey to fundraisers saying "he wants to feel like a winner". Good stuff. Manning has new toys in Garcon, Collie and Brown, he enjoys this new trio. Donnie Avery the Rams "best receiver" is out for this contest and Steven Jackson can only do so much. The Rams put a ton of effort into the Jags game only to come up short and now they have to play the Colts. Somehow I get the feeling that Bulger will be hurt again in this game. 5 units. Win.




Vikings +4 Some people think that the Vikings will be flat for this game, not me. The Steelers are overrated in my opinion. Also they mysteriously never cover missing the point spread often by a 1/2 -3 points? Hmmmmmm..........is this a coincidence, remember the Rooneys got their money from a sportsbook, perhaps they are helping the teams finances with some cash infusion from Vegas. I'm not promoting a conspiracy theory here, but I have noticed a trend. Dick Lebeau's "awesome defense/ blitz schemes" have given up 28, 20 and 14 points to dreadful teams. I think the wrong team is favored here. The Vikings have a solid defense, excellent running game and Favre has been playing well. I don't see guys like Jared Allen and Favre rolling over for the Super Bowl Champs. 4 units.Loss.




Patriots -15 I should have bet some more units on this game, knowing the Patriots do not lose two games in a row. Also, Bellichek hates Jeff Fisher because Fisher was outspoken about the whole Spygate thing. It looks like the Pats are really coming together, I don't see how the Bucs can cover Welker or Moss. Hard to tell if both teams will be focused when they cross the pond, but I don't see the Pats looking past the hapless Bucs especially with the Dolphins coming to life all of a sudden. The Hoodie is known for coming after new QB's with reckless abandon. Johnson is in for a long day. The field at Wembly Stadium is usually in bad shape which could hurt the Bucs running game. Pats 30-10. 5 units. Win.




Falcons +4 The Cowboys are a public team, therefore the oddsmakers always put 2-4 extra points on the spread. This will benefit us here as the Falcons have discovered how to play defense all of a sudden and they have been doing well at cutting down on their opponents running game. The Cowboys will be starting Barber in this game and I doubt he has healed 100% from his quad injury. Romo could also have a rough day as Flozell Adams will have trouble handling Abraham. The Cowboys just do not have the weapons or the defense to keep up with the Falcons in this contest. 4 units.Loss.




Dolphins +7 I know the Saints are the greatest team ever. However Brees struggled mightily against the Jets and Bills, both who are lesser team then the Dolphins who are at home for this contest. The Dolphins weakness is against the pass and New Orleans has a great O-line, but how focused will they be after coming off a huge win versus the Giants and a Monday night contest looming with the Falcons. I doubt Payton has prepared much for the Wildcat and the Dolphins run it to perfection. Henne has been playing well since taking over and the Dolphins have been showing signs of life and a win here could put them back in the mix for the AFC East crown. The Dolphins will have to rely on their running game to chew up clock and keep Brees on the sideline. 3 units. Loss.




Giants -7 The Giants are a proud team who were embarrassed last weekend, they are in need of some home cooking. I feel bad for the Cardinals in this spot and we benefit from the odds makers discounting the Giants this week. The Giants weak secondary was exposed last week, that being said Warner doesn't have the arm that Brees does. Warners longest completion this year is 26 yards and Boldin is out for this game so the Giants will double Fitzgerald. The Cards had Hassellbeck running for his life all game last week, the Giants however have a great O-line and Eli will have time to throw to his emerging WR's. The Giants most likely won't have much running room against Arizona as the Cards are #1 against the run. Giants rebound here. 4 units.




Redskins +7 I pointed out to Billy Vegas on Saturday that the Eagles hate covering when they are favorites, but I figured it wouldn't matter because they were playing the Raiders whose players hate employment. Andy Reid hates alot of things, lets pa ruse a few shall? Here is my list of things Andy Reid hates: 1.) Offspring with no felony records 2.) Sandwiches he has not yet eaten. 3.) Running the football 4.) When his players tackle the other teams players. Both teams have horrendous O-lines and when the Eagles pass 600 times a game that makes a problem. Campbell is equally as bad, he will throw the short pass crap all game long, but the Redskins will run the ball, futile, but they will run it. Both teams have good D-lines and total defense so I see this being a low scoring affair. The Redskins will be playing their hated rivals who they have had success against recently and they will also be playing for Zorn's job who the players like having as their coach. Plus they are at home on a Monday night game. I see this as a 3 point game either way. 2 units.




Season Record 33-11-1
There you have it money lovers, enjoy the cash windfall as we recapture some of our lost winnings! A nice 8 game slate should be good for our bank accounts.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

NCAA Week #8 Pick 'em

Vegas took alot of my units on Sunday that I had just won on Saturday, leaving me with 4 units of profit for the weekend, unacceptable. I intend to get my money back and then some, because I do charge interest, no free loans here. Enough small talk. Lets get to the action for Saturday.




Arkansas +6 Arkansas cares about my bank account. Ryan Mallet is the best QB in the SEC. Imagine him on Alabama?? Nasty. I expect the Razorbacks to come out pissed off for this contest as they were robbed last week in someplace called the swamp. Arkansas has a team of all around athletes, I like the duo of Mallet to Childs. Ole Miss needs to be sold to a glue factory. Plus the Rebels hate covering against the Razorbacks and I like getting points here as I think the wrong team is favored. Snead really misses Oher & Wallace and it shows. Loss.




Iowa St. +18 Same formula as last week, why are the Cornhuskers favored by 18 here? I love getting 18, 11, 4 pts because it turns a field goal into a touchdown, a couple of touchdowns and several touchdowns. I guess the Huskers are laying so many points because the have that guy Donkey Kong Suh, who cares about Mr. Donkey Kong. Iowa State loves to cover and their QB Arnaud loves scoring points, as he did against Kansas, lets just hope he his healthy and doesn't have a Tony Pike in the 2nd half. Win.




Idaho +15 Apparently King of all that is douche Mel Kiper Jr. jumped on the Vandals bandwagon, get off Mel. I have been riding them to the bank for a while now as they have been a covering machine. Nevada is a pants shitting money burner, who will be added to my list of the teams I hate the most. Write that down. The Pomeranian Pack cost me money twice this year and that can put you in hot water quickly as I don't like being embarrassed on my pick 'em forum. Nathan Enderle = Tony Pike, Colin Kaepernack = pants shitting dumpster baby. I just can't wait for the Vandals to beat the HIGHLY overrated Boise St. Broncos and their head coach Shane Van Drel. Loss. (Thanks Mel Kiper Jr.)




Iowa Pick I do not like going against my Spartans, but when money is at stake it forces me to be a realist. Iowa is like a used car, nothing pretty but they get the job done and are reliable. They beat a decent Wiscy team on the road last week and gave me profit for the 3rd time this year. The Hawkeyes are well coached and don't make mistakes. Meanwhile Sparty is having a mediocre year, they struggled with Northwestern last week and they have been making some turnovers in pretty much every game. Win.




UCF -10 I just found my UCF student ID the other day, yes that is where The Blanket started his college education. My brother is also an alumni as well, then he went to grad school at Texas A&M after I threatened to abandon him if he went to Florida. That being said my brother hates going to schools with good football teams. UCF and coach front butt follow a distinct pattern, it goes like this: W, L, W, L, W, L, ? you see a trend? and here are the lowly Rice Owls, me and Billy Vegas scramble to see who Rice is playing every week because Rice hates to win, but even more they despise covering. Lets hope they continue their losing ways. Coach Red Face has to win this game. UCF has a solid defense, a nice RB. Hodges has been in college since I was in high school and should be able to throw against the Rice "defense" also Rocky Ross has been at UCF since I was still in the womb and is a perennial pain in the ass pass catcher who hates graduating in centuries that are numbered 0-9. UCF rolls. Win.




Auburn +8 Statement game for the Tigers here after getting milk cartoned by Mallet & Co. as well as the Wildcats, they need this game to regain some respect. The Bayou Bengals are a fraud and they are 1-8-1 against the number at home in their last 10 games. That is usually what happens when your offense hates scoring points.Loss.



Season Record 24-18-1
That is what I have so far, I am still kicking around some other games. I will research them and get back to you all. In case you are wondering what games, I will tell you: Air Force +10, Mississippi St +23, Miami -5. I shall return.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Weekend Recap NFL Week 6 & NCAA Week 7

Ouch..............my NFL action this week was an abortion clinic fire, an abysmal 4-3 with only the Broncos left to go tonight. After Saturday night I was happier than Rex Ryan with a platter full of sandwiches. I couldn't hit water if I fell out of a boat on Sunday, I couldn't cover a dish, let along a game. As most of my readers know my moniker "The Blanket" was given to me by my friend an fellow handicapper Billy Vegas, but occasionally I have been known to shit my pants, like this Sunday for example, to which Billy Vegas then invokes the other name he came up with for me "Baby Blanket" when asked to explain this new nickname upon first hearing it, he said "you cover, just not that much" thus the Baby Blanket. It was almost like Vegas hacked into my account and looked at my picks then said "This is gonna be fucking fun!" (I had to throw a quote in from "The Departed" somewhere) I haven't been this embarrassed since I got into that turf war with an alley cat. Family Guy anyone.......................? I should have known today was going to be a bad day when I woke up and checked my email and got an offer for some pills that I can take so I will be able to "have sex all night long" for only $50. I responded with "Really? well that takes care of 50% of my problem, now I just need a willing female participant" In honor of the new BCS standings I decided I would make my own list. This will be a list of teams that I hate, prepare to copy:
1.) Florida
2.) Boise St.
3.) Notre Dame
4.) Ohio St.
5.) USC
6.) Texas
All these teams suck, because I said so. A couple questions I have about the current rankings. Why is Ohio State ranked? Why is Kansas ranked? Why is Boise St ranked 3rd? Why is Alabama not 1st? ( I can't wait till they curbstomp Florida, I am going to relish that day in Atlanta) Why did USF fall out of the "Top 25" after losing to number 5 Cincinnati? How are those SEC refs allowed to keep their jobs after those two blown calls against Arkansas? The University of Florida, their football team, students and alumni as well as the countless "fans"that never went to the University or any University for that matter should be ashamed of themselves and vacate that win. I thought it was fishy when Tebow went over to the ref during the SEC championship game last year and told him to pick up the flag he just threw on him for intentional grounding and the ref did, what a joke Tebow is. Lets see, what else...............I hate the Gators. Really Eagles?? Really Giants?? I forgot the Eagles hate scoring touchdowns, and the Giants hate playing defense. I would like to end on a sad note, paying respect to Jasper Howard and his family as he was killed Saturday night. Terrible loss seeing as how he was supposed to be a father in the near future.