Chick-fil-A Bowl
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Florida State Seminoles
Both teams made it to their conference championship and lost. They each look to redeem themselves tonight and get to ten wins for the season. Florida State quarterback Christian Ponder will end his long college career today and he must go through Marcus Lattimore and the Gamecocks. I like Florida State to pull out a win tonight. I see Ponder playing his heart out and leading the offense to a good game. On the other side the defense should be able to stop Garcia from playing well and causing a couple interceptions. Florida State wins this one 28-24.
Friday, December 31, 2010
AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Central Florida Knights
It’s probably no surprise who I think will win this game. I like the Bulldogs to win one lead by quarter back Aaron Murray and wide receiver A.J. Green, who may be playing his last collegiate game before going to the draft. The Knights have a strong defense, but the Bulldogs should overcome it, with a big pass plays and solid runs by Washaun Ealey. Mark Richt always seems to get his team ready for bowl games as the Bulldogs have won seven of their past eight bowl games. I see Georgia winning 30-21.
Georgia Bulldogs vs. Central Florida Knights
It’s probably no surprise who I think will win this game. I like the Bulldogs to win one lead by quarter back Aaron Murray and wide receiver A.J. Green, who may be playing his last collegiate game before going to the draft. The Knights have a strong defense, but the Bulldogs should overcome it, with a big pass plays and solid runs by Washaun Ealey. Mark Richt always seems to get his team ready for bowl games as the Bulldogs have won seven of their past eight bowl games. I see Georgia winning 30-21.
Hyundai Sun Bowl
Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Miami Hurricanes
Miami is playing with interim coach Jeff Stoutland leading them after Randy Shannon was fired earlier this year. I feel the team may not be completely prepared for this game and will suffer another disappointing loss. Jacory Harris hopefully should be able to start after his injury which will give his team an emotional boost, but I'm not sure that will be enough. Notre Dame freshman quarterback has lead the Irish to three straight wins, all against teams with at least seven wins. If Miami can get their running game going early, they could win this, but I see Notre Dame winning 31-24.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Miami Hurricanes
Miami is playing with interim coach Jeff Stoutland leading them after Randy Shannon was fired earlier this year. I feel the team may not be completely prepared for this game and will suffer another disappointing loss. Jacory Harris hopefully should be able to start after his injury which will give his team an emotional boost, but I'm not sure that will be enough. Notre Dame freshman quarterback has lead the Irish to three straight wins, all against teams with at least seven wins. If Miami can get their running game going early, they could win this, but I see Notre Dame winning 31-24.
Bowl Prediction: Part 7
Yesterday was quite an exciting day with two 2-point games, a double overtime game, and the biggest upset of bowl season thus far. I went 2-2 and am at 8-10 for the bowl season. There are four games today and there are some really good match-ups set for us.
Meineke Car Care Bowl
Meineke Car Care Bowl
Clemson Tigers vs. South Florida Bulls
I’m expecting a scoring game as both teams boast a quality defense and should do a good job against each other’s offense. Clemson’s offense will be led by quarterback Kyle Parker and running back Jamie Harper as they look to score without the help of suspended running back Andre Ellington. His absence should hurt a little, but they should be able to score just enough points to win this game. It will be the defense that wins this game for Clemson, though. The Clemson defensive line will continuously disrupt Bulls quarterback B.J. Daniels and Da’Quan Bowers should add to his NCAA leading 15.5 sacks. Clemson should win this one 17-10.
I’m expecting a scoring game as both teams boast a quality defense and should do a good job against each other’s offense. Clemson’s offense will be led by quarterback Kyle Parker and running back Jamie Harper as they look to score without the help of suspended running back Andre Ellington. His absence should hurt a little, but they should be able to score just enough points to win this game. It will be the defense that wins this game for Clemson, though. The Clemson defensive line will continuously disrupt Bulls quarterback B.J. Daniels and Da’Quan Bowers should add to his NCAA leading 15.5 sacks. Clemson should win this one 17-10.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Washington Huskies
The two teams played each other back in September and Nebraska destroyed the Huskies. I see a closer game this time, but Nebraska should still win. Quarterback Taylor Martinez should be playing and should do well. If not, he can hand it off to Roy Helu Jr., who can break off huge runs. Jake Locker should have a much better game than last time as he plays the last game of his college career. I see Nebraska winning 38-24.
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Washington Huskies
The two teams played each other back in September and Nebraska destroyed the Huskies. I see a closer game this time, but Nebraska should still win. Quarterback Taylor Martinez should be playing and should do well. If not, he can hand it off to Roy Helu Jr., who can break off huge runs. Jake Locker should have a much better game than last time as he plays the last game of his college career. I see Nebraska winning 38-24.
Franklin American Mortgage Music City Bowl
North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Tennessee Volunteers
Tyler Bray will try to lead Tennessee to its fifth straight victory against the Tar Heels at LP Field in Nashville. He became the starter when the Volunteers were 2-6 and led them to a bowl game. It will be interesting to see how he does against the Tar Heels because the teams he beat were not nearly as good as UNC. The combined record of the four teams were 13-35. Tyler Yates will lead the Tar Heels and should do well against a poor Tennessee secondary leading them to a 24-21 victory.
North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Tennessee Volunteers
Tyler Bray will try to lead Tennessee to its fifth straight victory against the Tar Heels at LP Field in Nashville. He became the starter when the Volunteers were 2-6 and led them to a bowl game. It will be interesting to see how he does against the Tar Heels because the teams he beat were not nearly as good as UNC. The combined record of the four teams were 13-35. Tyler Yates will lead the Tar Heels and should do well against a poor Tennessee secondary leading them to a 24-21 victory.
New Era Pinstripe Bowl
Kansas State Wildcats vs. Syracuse Orange
This is another game where one team has a slight home-field advantage and I am not choosing that team. I like Kansas State led by running back Daniel Thomas to win this one. Their running game should overpower the Orange and be able to overcome and deficiencies their defense have in their run defense. Syracuse will use running backs Delone Carter and Antwon Bailey often and should be successful, but it won’t be enough. The Wildcats win this one 20-17.
Kansas State Wildcats vs. Syracuse Orange
This is another game where one team has a slight home-field advantage and I am not choosing that team. I like Kansas State led by running back Daniel Thomas to win this one. Their running game should overpower the Orange and be able to overcome and deficiencies their defense have in their run defense. Syracuse will use running backs Delone Carter and Antwon Bailey often and should be successful, but it won’t be enough. The Wildcats win this one 20-17.
Bowl Predictions: Part 6
Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl
Army Black Knights vs. Southern Methodist Mustangs
I have been giving teams that are playing at home or close to home an edge in my predictions, such as Hawaii and Baylor, and it has proven not to be a deciding factor. SMU is playing in Dallas and I wanted to give them the edge. but I feel that being at home may just be a distraction. SMU quarterback Kyle Padron has three great receivers to throw to in Aldrick Robinson, Darius Johnson, and Cole Beasley. They should have a big day, but I feel the SMU defense will have trouble against Army’s triple-option just like they did against Navy’s earlier this year. Also, Army is 6th in turnover margin, while SMU is 108th. It should make a huge difference and Army should win 30-21.
Army Black Knights vs. Southern Methodist Mustangs
I have been giving teams that are playing at home or close to home an edge in my predictions, such as Hawaii and Baylor, and it has proven not to be a deciding factor. SMU is playing in Dallas and I wanted to give them the edge. but I feel that being at home may just be a distraction. SMU quarterback Kyle Padron has three great receivers to throw to in Aldrick Robinson, Darius Johnson, and Cole Beasley. They should have a big day, but I feel the SMU defense will have trouble against Army’s triple-option just like they did against Navy’s earlier this year. Also, Army is 6th in turnover margin, while SMU is 108th. It should make a huge difference and Army should win 30-21.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Valero Alamo Bowl
Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Arizona Wildcats
This should be a fun game to watch. I can’t wait to see the nation’s leading receiver Justin Blackmon and his over 150 yards per game. Oklahoma State’s last game was a wild loss to the Sooners, which they almost won and could have gone to the Big 12 Championship game. I’m sure they will be looking to show that they still are a top team in the conference. The Wildcats are led by quarterback Nick Foles and have a great passing offense, but it quite one-dimensional. I see the Cowboys winning with their own great passing offense along with running back Kendell Hunter supporting them on the ground. They should win 38-24.
Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Arizona Wildcats
This should be a fun game to watch. I can’t wait to see the nation’s leading receiver Justin Blackmon and his over 150 yards per game. Oklahoma State’s last game was a wild loss to the Sooners, which they almost won and could have gone to the Big 12 Championship game. I’m sure they will be looking to show that they still are a top team in the conference. The Wildcats are led by quarterback Nick Foles and have a great passing offense, but it quite one-dimensional. I see the Cowboys winning with their own great passing offense along with running back Kendell Hunter supporting them on the ground. They should win 38-24.
Texas Bowl
Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Baylor Bears
I see Baylor winning a close one here. The teams are very equally talented, but the Bears have a more balanced offense. The Bears can expect to see a lot of running from Illinois led by running back Mikel Leshoure. Quarterback Nathan Scheelhaase should add to the rushing as he is more comfortable running with the ball than passing. On the other side, Baylor is led by quarterback Robert Griffin III and running back Jay Finley. Griffin III is also dangerous running the ball, but is a much better passer than his counterpart. I like the Bears pulling this one off by a score of 21-17.
Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Baylor Bears
I see Baylor winning a close one here. The teams are very equally talented, but the Bears have a more balanced offense. The Bears can expect to see a lot of running from Illinois led by running back Mikel Leshoure. Quarterback Nathan Scheelhaase should add to the rushing as he is more comfortable running with the ball than passing. On the other side, Baylor is led by quarterback Robert Griffin III and running back Jay Finley. Griffin III is also dangerous running the ball, but is a much better passer than his counterpart. I like the Bears pulling this one off by a score of 21-17.
Bowl Predictions: Part 5
So both the Mountaineers and Mizzou lost yesterday and I have picked the wrong team to win in five straight games to bring my record down to 4-7. This prediction thing is not working out as I planned. Turnovers are playing a huge part in these bowl games as West Virginia turned the ball over five times and the game winning score in the second game came off of a 72-yard interception return. There are three games today and I’m confident I can turn this losing streak around.
Military Bowl Presented by Northrop Grumman
East Carolina Pirates vs. Maryland Terrapins
I really like the Pirates offense with Dominique Davis Davis throwing the ball and Jonathan Williams running it, but their defense is horrendous. Maryland should be able to whatever they want against offense. Danny O’Brien should have fun going against the awful defense. The Maryland defense should be good enough to handle Davis and should be able to intercept him at least once as they rank in the top ten in turnover margin. I see Maryland winning 30-17.
Military Bowl Presented by Northrop Grumman
East Carolina Pirates vs. Maryland Terrapins
I really like the Pirates offense with Dominique Davis Davis throwing the ball and Jonathan Williams running it, but their defense is horrendous. Maryland should be able to whatever they want against offense. Danny O’Brien should have fun going against the awful defense. The Maryland defense should be good enough to handle Davis and should be able to intercept him at least once as they rank in the top ten in turnover margin. I see Maryland winning 30-17.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Bowl Prediction: Part 4
Georgia Tech gave away the game last night after turning over the ball four times including two muffed punts. Air Force took advantage and sent the Yellow Jackets to its sixth straight bowl loss. The loss also sent my bowl record to 4-5. There are two really good games tonight to watch and let's hope I can sweep the to go over .500.
Champs Sports Bowl
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. North Carolina State Wolf Pack
The Wolf Pack will test the Mountaineers' top-5 defense in what should be a close game. The Wolf Pack are led by quarterback Russell Wilson who will look to wide receivers Owen Spencer and Jarvis Williams to help lead the Wolf Pack to victory. I don't see that happening though. West Virginia's defense should be able to hold them off enough to let running back Noel Devine end his college career with a win. What I felt was the best team in the Big East should be able to pull off a 24-21 win.
Insight Bowl
Missouri Tigers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes
I really liked Iowa to win this one despite losing their last three games and that I felt Missouri is a better team. They always seem to play their best for bowl games as they showed last year against Georgia Tech. I changed my opinion after running back Adam Robinson was suspended for possession of marijuana. Iowa will also be playing without suspended receiver Derrell Johnson- Koulianos. I see Missouri pulling out a win as Blaine Gabbert leads his team to a 27-20 victory.
Champs Sports Bowl
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. North Carolina State Wolf Pack
The Wolf Pack will test the Mountaineers' top-5 defense in what should be a close game. The Wolf Pack are led by quarterback Russell Wilson who will look to wide receivers Owen Spencer and Jarvis Williams to help lead the Wolf Pack to victory. I don't see that happening though. West Virginia's defense should be able to hold them off enough to let running back Noel Devine end his college career with a win. What I felt was the best team in the Big East should be able to pull off a 24-21 win.
Insight Bowl
Missouri Tigers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes
I really liked Iowa to win this one despite losing their last three games and that I felt Missouri is a better team. They always seem to play their best for bowl games as they showed last year against Georgia Tech. I changed my opinion after running back Adam Robinson was suspended for possession of marijuana. Iowa will also be playing without suspended receiver Derrell Johnson- Koulianos. I see Missouri pulling out a win as Blaine Gabbert leads his team to a 27-20 victory.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Bowl Predictions: Part 3
After correctly predicting the first three games last week, I looked to be heading on the right track, until Tulsa embarrassed Hawaii on its own field. Then two days later, Toledo lost a heart breaker to Florida International. I finished 3-2 last week to bring my overall bowl record to 4-4. Hopefully, I can pull it back up to a winning record. I’m only doing the Independence Bowl in this edition and look for more predictions tomorrow.
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl
Air Force Falcons vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
I hope you guys like watching the triple-option offense because that is all you will be seeing this whole game. It should be a quick one as these are the top two teams in rushing and in the bottom four in passing. It might be a major conference bias, but I’m going with Georgia Tech in this one. Coach Paul Johnson beat Air Force five straight times when he was at Navy. Also Tech’s biggest weakness has been run defense, but I feel they can do a good job stopping Air Force because all they have to do is practice on their offense. I believe back-up quarterback Tevin Washington can be good enough to help lead Tech to a 31-28 victory.
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl
Air Force Falcons vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
I hope you guys like watching the triple-option offense because that is all you will be seeing this whole game. It should be a quick one as these are the top two teams in rushing and in the bottom four in passing. It might be a major conference bias, but I’m going with Georgia Tech in this one. Coach Paul Johnson beat Air Force five straight times when he was at Navy. Also Tech’s biggest weakness has been run defense, but I feel they can do a good job stopping Air Force because all they have to do is practice on their offense. I believe back-up quarterback Tevin Washington can be good enough to help lead Tech to a 31-28 victory.
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