A Man On A Mission!

Today!!!!

2008-12-20T10:05:00.003-06:00

EagleBank Bowl

Washington, D.C.
December 20
ESPN 11 am et.

Wake Forest (7-5) vs. Navy (8-4)

ESPN’s Bruce Feldmen: Wake Forest 27, Navy 14
My Pic: Navy

Reason To Watch:
This is the inaugural EagleBank Bowl. The Military academies have made a deal with EagleBank for a military academy to go to the EagleBank Bowl every year. Earlier this year Navy beat Wake Forest 24-17. I really like watching Navy play and it is kind of a ‘going with my heart’ pic. If you want to see how to run the triple-option you will tune into this one.

New Mexico Bowl

Albuquerque, NM
December 20
ESPN 12:30 pm et.

Colorado St. (6-6) vs. Fresno State (7-5)

ESPN’s The Dash: Colorado State 28, Fresno State 24
My Pic: Fresno State

Reason To Watch:
I don’t really know if there is a reason to watch this one. The only good I can come up with is, it’s a bowl game! These kids earned it, barely, but earned it non the less. I will probably have it on at my house. You never know it could surprise ya!

Bowl Mania

2008-12-16T20:03:00.000-06:00

Ohh yea...

It is time for my yearly bowl breakdown. Just because it's been since July since my last post you thought I would forget. Well, you were wrong. So hopefully with in the next couple days it will be up for your enjoyment.

Looney

Yo Adrian....

2008-07-19T02:38:00.001-05:00

I DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That's right folks let the celebration begin. I passed 1 of my OSAT's. For those of you not in the know. To teach in the state of Oklahoma you must pass some tests. I am already a certified teacher. So to become in other subject areas I or anyone else has to take a test on that subject. Those of you who have been around me for awhile know that I have been trying to get certified in Biology. Well I, once again, failed the Biology. But, have no fear, I did pass the Middle Level Science. Which means I can teach Middle School Science. This opens up more opportunities for me. There are not many PE only positions out there and being able to teach middle school science makes the job hunt a little easier. So wish me luck, I got a few things in the works. I will let ya know when I get something locked down.

My Oakleys, My Poor Oakleys

2008-07-11T22:15:00.007-05:00

So the other night after softball I lost my sunglasses. I had asked Chrisanna to watch them for me and she did. She put them on our stroller were the little canopy thing shuts together. This is a favorite hiding place for her to put things. Well, after 3 games I was tired and we were heading home. The next morning I asked her were my sunglasses were and she gave me the uh oh look. So I went out to the car and got the stroller out and no sunglasses. I just knew that they had either been ran over or somebody picked them up. The softball field wouldn't be open for another day and Chrisanna convinced me to go see if they were still there.
So on Thursday before the games were about to start I went and found them. At first glance I knew they were totalled. But, to my surprise the ear pieces had just popped off and they were covered in mud and junk. I was able to put them back together and get them cleaned up. I am going to have to pick up some new lenses, one of them looks like it folded and it's got a crazy wave right down the middle of it. So lucky for me my Flak Jackets live on!!!! Here are some before and after pics.

Oakley Flak Jacket

After Finding Mine Ran Over

Cleaned Up and Put Back Together

2008-07-09T23:46:00.004-05:00

I know it's has been awhile, again. Which is kind of silly seeing as to how since summer began I have been on the computer all the time. Oh well, I will try and do better.

Zoe is getting bigger. She is officially 6 months. Kinda crazy! I'll give ya some pics to leave you with.

Playing with my jumper.

Cheesing!!!

Around 4 months

Red White & Blue

2008-02-08T22:25:00.000-06:00

Stole this from Dave's site. Didn't start the superbowl till almost kickoff and unfortunately missed this fine piece of television!

Zoe Grace

2008-01-26T19:08:00.000-06:00

Getting ready to go home!!!

Sooner Power!
Been tanning long?

I don't know about this thing, it vibrates...

Zoe & Uncle Garrett

Here she is!!!! Zoe was born January 8, 2008 @ 10:28 pm. Mom is doing great! Here are some pics.

No Lie...This Has Been Me

2008-01-18T19:39:00.000-06:00

OK, Mike, if you are still out there somewhere, you won. I can't argue the whole Big East vs. Big XII or OU and their supremacy. I'm jsut at a loss. I know I didn't finish the bowls. Sorry. Maybe if I get a little more perky I'll go over the stats for games picked and all that jazz.

For now...I'm in sorrow.

boomer sooner....

Beavers Seeing Emeralds

2007-12-30T17:40:00.000-06:00

Emerald Bowl

Oregon State

Maryland

Accuscore: Oregon State 52% (9-2)

My Pic: Maryland (6-5)

So can I stay above .500? I guess that Maryland team that I predicted to show up, didn't and Oregon State is good enough. That's right I'm eating my words right now. But, I can handle it. Oregon State's Yvenson Bernard had a god night with 38 carries 177 yards and 1 TD. He would have 2 TD's, but he fumbled going in to the end zone, but teamate James Rogers recovered for the TD.

Hornedfrogs All Froggy

2007-12-29T21:55:00.000-06:00

Texas Bowl

Texas Christian University 20

Houston 13

Accuscore: TCU 65% (8-2)

My Pic: TCU (6-4)

I'm not gonna lie, I just thought it was cool that they had two Texas schools in the Texas Bowl. The TCU D held the nations 3rd best RB to just 30 yards. TCU's freshman QB Andy Dalton had a good night with 21 of 30 for 249 yards and he ran one in him self.

Eagles Win In Orlando

2007-12-29T21:25:00.000-06:00

Champs Sports Bowl

Boston College 24

Michigan State 21

Accuscore: Boston College 61% (7-2)

My Pic: Boston College (5-4)

There were hopes of another last second game deciding play, but with just over 2 minutes left BC's Paul Anderson intercepted Michigan State's QB Brian Hoyer. BC's QB Matt Ryan was 22-47 for 249 yards and 3 TD's. Which is even more impressive when you take into account that they only had 0.9 yards per carry!

Longhorns Came To Play

2007-12-29T18:13:00.000-06:00

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl

Texas 52

Arizona State 34

Accuscore: Texas 60% (6-2)

My Pic: ASU (4-4)

OK, so this just keep getting worse for me and my pics. But, that's ok, I am still enjoying the game. I kept waiting for Texas to blow. Especially after Mac Browns step son touched a loose ball that Texas recovered. The result was a personal foul on Texas and ASU scored on the next play. At that point it was 21-7, and ASU had the momentum. But after Texas held them on there next possession, the Longhorns went to work.

Chips Fall Short

2007-12-27T00:03:00.000-06:00

Motor City Bowl

Purdue 51

Central Michigan 48

Accuscore: Purdue 70% (5-2)

My Pic: Central Michigan (4-3)

This Bowl season has been great so far! I know I lost another pic, but this was great. A crazy 3rd quarter for the Chippewas to pull them back in the game and a tying TD with a minute to go. But, the Boilermakers had a different ending planned for this one. With time running out Purdues Chris Summers hit a 40 yard field goal to win it.

Pirates Stun Boise State

2007-12-26T23:51:00.001-06:00

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl

East Carolina 41

Boise State 38

Accuscore: Boise State 74% (4-2)

My Pic: Boise State (4-2)

Holy crap! Didn't see this happening. Hawaii's just not a good place to the Broncho's. The Pirates Chris Johnson had a great night with 223 yards on 28 carries. Johnson also set the NCAA record for most yards in a game with the 223 yards rushing, 32 receiving yards and 153 return yards for a grand total of 408 total yards on the night. This was another game that came down to a last play field goal to win. East Carolina's Ben Hartman hit a 34 yard field goal to win the game as time expired. Hope somebody is watching all these games too, good football going on!

2007-12-26T23:03:00.000-06:00

Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl

BYU 17

UCLA 16

Accuscore: BYU 62% (4-1)

My Pic: BYU (4-1)

This one was exciting down to the end. When BYU's Eathyn Manumaleuna blocked a UCLA game winning field goal. BYU gets their 10th win in a row to go 11-2 on the year. The Cougars ended season with their 2nd straight, the last time they did that was 1983, 1984.

Lobos Finally Get Bowl Win

2007-12-26T22:44:00.000-06:00

New Mexico Bowl

New Mexico 23

Nevada 0

Accuscore: New Mexico (3-1)

My Pic: New Mexico (3-1)

This game is full of fun numbers. 329, thats how many games it has been since Nevada was shutout. Not since 1980 has the wolfpack laid a goose egg. 46 thats how many years it has been since the Lobos had won a bowl game. 10, in his 10th year as the Lobos head coach Rocky Long gets his 1st bowl win. This one coming in his 5th try. Not much else to say about this one. The Lobos put on a beating.

Bearcats Get 10 Win Season

2007-12-26T22:28:00.000-06:00

Papajohns.com Bowl

Cincinnati 31

Southern Miss 21

Accuscore: Cincinnati 80% (2-1)

My Pic: Cincinnati (2-1)

I didn't get a chance to watch this one (sorry). But I will give you the vitals of the game. Bearcats QB Ben Mauk threw for 334 yards and 4 TD's. The win gives Cincinnati the daunted 10 win season. It is only the second time that the Bearcats have had 10 wins in the history of the program.

Owls Hoot It Up

2007-12-26T22:01:00.000-06:00

R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

Florida Atlantic University 44

Memphis 27

Accuscore: Memphis 52% (1-1)

My Pic: FAU (1-1)

Ole Howie Schnelenberger now has a 5-0 record in bowl games. This is a crazy story for the Owls. They didn't even have football a few years ago and the old coach said they were going to have a team and that they would be competitive. He was right. FAU's Rusty Smith was a phenomenal. He threw for 336 yards and 5 TD's. Memphis kept it a game till a blocked punt in the 3rd and the Owls scored 2 plays later to go up 37-27. I don't know why, but I like FAU's logo and colors, I know I'm odd.

Utes Fight Off the Midshipmen

2007-12-26T21:28:00.000-06:00

San Diego County Union Poinsettia Bowl

Utah 35

Navy 32

Accuscore: Utah 61% (1-0)

My Pic: Navy (0-1)

What a great way to start off the bowl season. This one came right down to the final couple of seconds. Navy even broke out the most exciting play in football, the onside kick. After just scoring to close to within 3 the midshipman successfully converted the onside kick with just 50 seconds left in the game. Unfortunately their luck ran out when Kaipo-Noa Kaheaku-Enhada (the best name in college football) was intercepted by the Utes Joe Dale. On a downside I lost my first pic of the college football bowl season, but it was a good game!

Bowl Hysteria 2007!!!

2007-12-12T23:20:00.000-06:00

*Note: The list is not completed yet. My pics and the reasons to watch are not completed. They will be soon, but since the Poinsettia Bowl is tonight I wanted to get this on here. The first couple days of Bowls are completed.

It is that time again! We are on the verge of probably the most controversial and talked about college football season. BCS, stay or go? I don't really care I'm enjoying it now and would probably enjoy it if we had a playoff system. As an OU fan a playoff system sounds nice right now. But, we hurt ourselves.
Alright folks here is the challenge. Watch at least 3 bowl games, as always I am going to do my best to watch them all (With some help from the DVR). Then I will break each one down after it is completed. The past 2 years I have had the same results, with a difference of 3 games. I have been able to finish with 3 more wins than losses, hopefully this year I can get a couple more right. Look forward to the comments. Well enough of all that junk. It is time to get into the bowls baby!

San Diego County Poinsettia Bowl
San Diego, CA
December 20
ESPN 9 pm et.

Utah (7-5) vs. Navy (10-2)

Accuscore: Utah 61%
My Pic: Navy

Reason To Watch:
This is Navy's second appearance in the Poinsettia Bowl and they are hoping that this appearance will be as nice as their 2005 showing. Beating Colorado State 51-30. Navy has the nations top offense and they will face the top scoring defense in the Utes. Don't think the departure of Navy's head coach will be a factor. They hired an assistance the very next day. I think the old triple option will end Utah's streak of 6 straight bowl wins.

R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
New Orleans, LA
December 21
ESPN2 8 pm et.

Florida Atlantic U. (7-5) vs. Memphis (7-5)

Accuscore: Memphis 52%
My Pic: FAU

Reason To Watch:
Florida Atlantic didn't even have football before 2001. Howard Schnellenberger has brought the Owls along quickly. When they beat Troy they received a share of their conference title. Now they are looking to get their first bowl win, in their first bowl appearance, to go along with their first conference title. Memphis looked to be on another disastrous trail when they started 2-4, but had since went 5-1 and locked up their 4th bowl game in 5 years.

Papajohns.com Bowl
Birmingham, AL
December 22
ESPN2 1 pm et.

Cincinnati (9-3) vs. Southern Mississippi (7-5)

Accuscore: Cincinnati 80%
My Pic: Cincinnati

Reason To Watch:
It will be the final game for Southern Miss. Coach Bower. He has been at the helm for 17 years. His golden eagles will not go down without a fight. The Bearcats have just completed their best season since 1953. Coach Kelly has the Bearcats in great position to keep on winning.

New Mexico Bowl
Albuquerque, NM
December 22
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

New Mexico (8-4) vs. Nevada (6-6)

Accuscore: New Mexico 50%
My Pic: New Mexico

Reason To Watch:
This is a definite toss up game. The accuscore is almost giving this one an even push. They have the Lobos barely over 50% to give them the edge. I think the main factor in on that is likely to be this close is New Mexico is getting a home game. Getting to play this game in their home stadium.

Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl
Las Vegas, NV
December 22
ESPN 8 pm et.

BYU (10-2) vs. UCLA (6-6)

Accuscore: BYU 62%
My Pic: BYU

Reason To Watch:
This is BYU's 3rd straight appearance in the Las Vegas Bowl. BYU will be looking to exact a little revenge from there 27-17 beating they took from UCLA earlier this year. UCLA being with out their head coach will leave them wide open for BYU to open it up and put a beating on the Bruins. The Las Vegas Bowl is a second home to BYU this being their 3rd straight appearance in Vegas.

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl
Honolulu, HI
December 23
ESPN 8 pm et.

East Carolina (7-5) vs. Boise State (10-2)

Accuscore: Boise State 74%
My Pic: Boise State

Reason To Watch:
Boise States last trip to Hawaii cost them a share of the WAC title. This trip however will be more festive. The Broncos coming off a big upset last year in the BCS may be a little down after their last trip to the Big Island cost them a shot at a second straight BCS game, but I don’t think so. Boise will play all out again and their offense will be humming.

Motor City Bowl
Detroit, MI
December 26
ESPN 7:30 pm et.

Central Michigan (8-5) vs. Purdue (7-5)

Accuscore: Purdue 70%
My Pic: Central Michigan

Reason To Watch:
That’s right folks upset alert! The Chippewa’s are coming off a good season that saw them win the MAC championship in fine fashion, beating Miami (OH) 35-10. QB Dan LeFeveor is the only the second QB, along side Vince Young, to have 3000 passing yards and 1000 rushing yards in a season. Purdue went 3-5 in a weak in a weak Big 10. This is a different and better team than the Boilermakers beat earlier in the year.

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl
San Diego, CA
December 27
ESPN 8 pm et.

Texas (9-3) vs. Arizona State (10-2)

ESPN Accuscore: Texas 60%
My Pic: ASU

Reason To Watch:
This is two teams that are both feeling a let down. They just feel short of being in the BCS mix. This is a return for Texas who made plenty of appearances before some QB named Vince Young pushed the longhorns to national prominence. The Sun Devils coming off one of their best seasons since 1996. This could one of the better earlier games. Look for the two teams to air it out.

Champs Sports Bowl
Orlando, FL
December 28
ESPN 5 pm et.

Michigan St. (7-5) vs. Boston College (10-3)

Accuscore: Boston College 61%
My Pic: Boston College

Reason To Watch:
People where pushing BC's QB Matt Ryan as a Heisman hopeful early on, but as BC lost, so declined the hype on Ryan. Michigan State did not get to a bowl game last year. Look for the Spartans to come out hot, but BC will be over powering.

Texas Bowl
Houston, TX
December 28
NFL 8 pm et.

Houston (8-4) vs. Texas Christian University (7-5)

Accuserve: TCU 65%
My Pic: TCU

Reason To Watch:
Unfortunately for Houston their coach just took off the Baylor. TCU had to win their final two games to get in this bowl. I would normally pick the Cougars in this match up, but with the departure of their leader the Hornedfrogs will get it done.

Emerald Bowl
San Francisco, CA
December 28
ESPN 8:30 pm et.

Oregon State vs. Maryland

Accuscore: Oregon State 52%
My Pic: Maryland

Reason To Watch:
The Maryland Terps are a story of two different teams. One that beats two top 10 teams and on that self implodes and finishes the year 6-6. OSU is a good team as always, as of late, they just aren't good enough. The Beavers can't find a way into the PAC-10 championship and a BCS birth. If you the Terps that can get it done show up, Oregon will have a fight on their hands.

Meineke Car Care Bowl
Charlotte, NC
December 29
ESPN 1 pm et.

Wake Forest (8-4) vs. UConn (9-3)

ESPN Accuscore: Wake Forest 50%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:
Two young teams in every sense. Their rosters are both full of young talent, that will be shown off in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. Both programs are young in their success. This is a good bowl for all the good reasons.

AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Memphis, TN

December 29

ESPN 4:30 pm et.

Mississippi St. vs. University of Central Florida

Accuscore: UCF 63%
My Pic: UCF

Reason To Watch:
Central Florida had dreams of the BCS and the National Championship at one point this season. But that all came crashing down on them. You will get to see the Black Knights RB Kevin Smith who has rushed for 2,448 yards. He is closing in on Barry Sanders single season rushing record and could break it during the bowl game. Sylvester Croom has got the bulldogs playing in great fashion and is probably the SEC coach of the year.

Valero Alamo Bowl
San Antonio, TX
December 29
ESPN 8 pm et.

Texas A&M vs. Penn St.

Accuscore: Penn St. 74%
My Pic: Penn St.

Reason To Watch:
The Aggies head coach was forced to resign under a lot of scrutiny. Joe Pa will be coaching his 500th game. With the Aggies being coached by their defensive coordinator for one game, seeing as to how they have already hired their next head coach, there is not much stability in the program. I’m looking forward to watching Paterno on the sidelines.

PetroSun Independence Bowl
Shreveport, LA
December 30
ESPN 8 pm et.

Colorado vs. Alabama

Accuscore: Alabama 65%
My Pic: Alabama

Reason To Watch:
John Parker Wilson is good. Alabama’s QB will be slinging the ball all over the place and the Crimson Tide has better athletes than Colorado. This is a bowl game that has 2 teams that have 2 different personalities. Alabama beat the snot out of Tennessee and the proceeded to lose the last two games of the regular season, which included a loss to Louisiana Monroe. Which Colorado team will show up, the one that beat Oklahoma and hung with Kansas or the team that got beat on by Iowa State.

Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl
Fort Worth, TX
December 31
ESPN 12:30 pm et.

Air Force vs. California

Accuscore: California 52%
My Pic: Air Force

Reason To Watch:
Air Force has seen an offensive explosion this year under new head coach Troy Calhoun. California has lost 6 of there last 7 and probably don’t have a lot enthusiasm going into this one.

Roady's Humanitarian Bowl
Boise, ID
December 31
ESPN2 2 pm et.

Geogia Tech (7-5) vs. Fresno (8-4)

Accuscore: Georgia Tech 59%
My Pic: Georgia Tech

Reason To Watch:
Two years in a row the Boise State Broncho's aren't manning the sideline of their home field Bowl. The yellowjackets are going to have to what they do best, stop the run. Interim Head Coach and current Defensive Coordinator is excited to put his D to the test and getting to man the head spot, even if it's just for one day. Both of these teams previous trips to the Smurf Turf were successful ones.

Brut Sun Bowl
El Paso, TX
December 31
CBS 2 pm et.

Oregon (8-4) vs. South Florida (9-3)

Accuscore: South Florida 71%
My Pic: South Florida

Reason To Watch:
Two of the many teams this season that found themselves sitting in that #2 spot. They both lost 3 games this season to fall into mediocrity. With Oregon physically falling apart the Bulls have a great chance of this one.

Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl
Nashville, TN
December 31
ESPN 4 pm et.

Florida State University vs. Kentucky

Accuscore: Kentucky 56%
My Pic: Kentucy

Reason To Watch:
Florida State is reeling in the aftermath of a cheating scandal that has 25 of the Seminoles suspended for the game. Not that the Wildcats needed the help. Remember this is a Kentucky team that gave LSU all they wanted in regulation and won the game in OT.

Insight Bowl
Tempe, AZ
December 31
NFL 6 pm et.

Oklahoma State (6-6) vs. Indiana (7-5)

AccuScore: OSU 64%
My Pic: OSU

Reason To Watch:
Indiana is the feel good bowl team of the year. Making their first bowl game in 14 years. Even though the Pokes Offensive Coordinator has moved, I don't see much of a difference for the O. The Hoosiers have no chance in the game. But, this is what Bowl games are all about. A team having a good year and getting rewarded for it.

Chick-fil-A Bowl
Atlanta, GA
December 31
ESPN 7:30 pm et.

Auburn (8-4) vs. Clemson (9-3)

Accuscore: Clemson 64%
My Pic: Clemson

Reason To Watch:
Clemson's balanced offense will be tested by Auburn's top Defense. These teams have met a lot in the past, around 45 times since 1899. The last time they met was in 1998 in the Peach Bowl with Auburn winning 21-17. There's a whole lot of tradition between these two teams, it will be fun seeing it all clash.

Outback Bowl
Tampa, FL
January 1
ESPN 11 am et.

Tennessee (9-4) vs. Wisconsin (9-3)

Accuscore: Tennessee 61%
My Pic: Tennessee

Reason To Watch:
Two very young teams, but the difference in this one will be SEC. I don't care what anybody says conferences do matter and SEC is arguably the best. Whoever wins this one will have that daunted 10 win season that makes next seem so promissing.

AT&T Cotton Bowl
Dallas, TX
January 1
FOX 11:30 am et.

Arkansas vs. Missouri

Accuscore: Mizzou 54%
My Pic: Mizzou

Reason To Watch:
As much as I got tired of Chase Daniels and all the Tigers during the wek leading up to the Big XII championship, they are a good team. Arkansas head coach has left for Ole Miss. Stating it wasn't that fun under all of that pressure. The seniors and the juniors that are leaving are already looking forward to the combines and the draft. Although you will get to see my pic for the Heisman, Darren Mcfadden.

Konika Minolta Gator Bowl
Jacksonville, FL
January 1
CBS 1 pm et.

Virginia vs. Texas Tech

Accuscore: Texas Tech 69%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:

Capitol One Bowl
Orlando, FL
January 1
ABC 1 pm et.

Florida vs. Michigan

Accuscore: Florida 74%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:

Rose Bowl
Pasadena, CA
January 1
ABC 4:30 pm et.

USC vs. Illinois

Accuscore: USC 79%
My Pic:

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AllState Sugar Bowl
New Orleans, LA
January 1
FOX 8:30 pm et.

Georgia vs. Hawaii

Accuscore: Georgia 70%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl
Glendale, AZ
January 2
FOX 8 pm et.

Oklahoma vs. West Virginia

ESPN Accuscore: Oklahoma 67%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:

FedEx Orange Bowl
Miami, FL
January 2
FOX 8 pm et.

Virginia Tech vs. Kansas

ESPN Accuscore: Virginia Tech 51%
My Pic:

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Internation Bowl
Toronto
January 5
ESPN2 12 pm et.

Ball State vs. Rutgers

ESPN Accuscore: Rutgers 66%
My Pic:

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GMAC Bowl
Mobile, AL
January 7
ESPN 8 pm et.

Tulsa vs. Bowling Green

ESPN Accuscore: Tulsa 62%
My Pic:

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AllState BCS National Championship Game
Glendale, AZ
January 7
FOX 8 pm et.

Ohio State vs. Louisiana State

ESPN Accuscore: LSU 64%
My Pic:

Reason To Watch:

It's Almost Time!!!

2007-12-11T18:45:00.000-06:00

I know its been awile and a lot has happened (not like anybody reads this anyways). But, it is time for my bowl blog. So soon, very soon! You will all be able to enjoy fine reading at its best!

My Sooners won another Big 12 title and they get that showdown Arizona against West Virginia. Hopefully Mike you are still out there somewhere. And our little big 12 vs. the Big East argument and be cont...

Hopefully tonight I will begin on my Bowl Showcase!!!

Boomer Sooner!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Looney

Sorry

2007-05-23T00:43:00.000-05:00

I know its been a while since you have heard any ramblings from this fool. I am now officially a college graduate. I don't really know if that means much. It hasn't paid off yet. Life has been real crazy and stressful the past couple of months. Just to make a long story short, I finished student teaching, coached baseball, had to deal with pledging. I'm just glad its all over.

For those of you in the know, I had an interview at Choctaw. It apparently went very well. I was told that I had a good chance of getting the job. That it basically depending on how I did on the Biology OSAT. Well, in true fashion, I did not pass the OSAT. So I have signed back up for the test. I don't take it again until June 23. So mark that calendar and make it the pray for Matt, that he might pass this stupid test day!

As of right now I really don't know what to do. Whether send out resumes to other places or see if this will work out. I really want it to work out!

Graduation was Saturday, maybe I can get some pics up here soon.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Looney

Bowl Season Is Over: Time For Some Fun Facts 17-14

2007-01-15T23:27:00.000-06:00

So it's finally all over. I had a good time despite OU losing in the Fiesta Bowl. Just for Mike next post will be one Big XII vs. Big East. So look forward to that one. I've really gotten into picking the Bowl games. I'm still not that good at it, but I think I did a little better than last year. I guess we can just jump right into it.

In picking the BCS games ESPN was 3-2 and I went 4-1. If it wasn't for that debacle in Glendale, Arizona, I would have gone a perfect 5-0 in the major bowl games. But that's neither here nor there. My overall record this year in the Bowl games was 17-14, ESPN went 20-11. So if you are a betting man, you should probably go with ESPN. Unless you are picking the BCS games ;). Last year I went 15-12, so I basically did the same, with a difference of 3 games. But, I like to think I did better since I got more games right. In the games that I picked wrong 6 of the teams I picked lost by a TD or less. 5 of them lost by 3 or less and 3 of them only lost by 1 point. Just some fun facts, I know they don't really mean anything. The games that I got wrong and the team lost by more than at TD were some serious blowouts. Of the 8 that lost by more than a TD only 1 was by 8 and only 2 were under 2 TD's. 3 of them lost by at least 3 TD's.

I guess all that's left now is waiting for next year. Man, I'm ready for football season!!!

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GATORS!!!!!

2007-01-09T20:34:00.000-06:00

Tostitos BCS National Championship

Florida 41
Ohio State 14

ESPN Accuscore: Ohio State 76%
My Pic: Florida

When Ted Ginn took the opening kickoff 92 yards it looked like it had begun. The beating was on, and it was. It was just the other way around. Florida came out aggressive and full of piss and vinegar. Urban Meyers gators were amazing. His game plan was great. I loved the plays and the play calling. Ohio State was freakin horrible. They were totally flat and still had a chance to win it coming out in the second half, but they didn't make any changes at the half. Heres to Florida!!!!

Southern Miss Just To Much

2007-01-05T20:05:00.000-06:00

GMAC Bowl

Southern Miss 28

Ohio 7

ESPN Accuscore: Southern Miss 63%

My Pic: Ohio

Watched a little of this one, these pointless bowls stuck right in the middle of the BCS Bowls is retarded. I wish they wouldn't do that. But, on to the game. Ohio played like I expected, except for that 2nd quarter. They gave up 21 points in the 2nd and lost by 21 points. Ohio couldn't really get anything going offensively. Maybe next year Ohio will finally win their first bowl game, maybe.

Bears Get International

2007-01-05T19:57:00.000-06:00

International Bowl

Cincinnati 27

Western Michigan 24

ESPN Accuscore: Cincinnati 63%

My Pic: Cincinnati

I'm not gonna lie, I didn't watch this one. I flipped it over to check the score every now and then. I'll give you smoe info on the game. The international bowl was the first one played in Cananda and the first played outside the US since 1937. Cincinnati was up 24-0 in the 3rd and then Western Michigan's offense and Deffense came alive. Scoring 24 unansewred point to tie the game, but they let Cincinnati get a field goal to win it.

LSU Is All Sugary

2007-01-05T19:40:00.000-06:00

All State Sugar Bowl

LSU 41

Notre Dame 14

ESPN Accuscore: LSU 76%

My Pic: LSU

Holy Crap, did Notre Dame get their butt kicked. All of the "stars" of the Fighting Irish just plained sucked it up. All the big names they have and LSU came out and said, "Who's your daddy?" If Jamarcus Russell stays at LSU look for him to a front runner for the Heisman. He was outstanding, making Brady Quinn look like a Div. III loser. This game looked competitive in the first half, but LSU put on a clinic in the 2nd half. Is Charlie Weiss ever going to end the 9 straight bowl game losing streak?

Louisville Is All Oranges

2007-01-05T19:26:00.000-06:00

FedEx Orange Bowl

Louisville 24

Wake Forest 13

ESPN Accuscore: Louisville 71%

My Pic: Louisville

This game looked promising for Wake when they started the 4th all tied up at 10. Louisville was able to put them away with Two scores on the ground in the 4th by Anthony Allen and Brock Bolen. Louisville has become a dominate team in the nation and look for them to carry that into next season.

Running With The Big Dogs!!!

2007-01-05T19:06:00.000-06:00

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl

Boise State 43

Oklahoma 42

ESPN Accuscore: OU 69%

My Pic: OU

So I don't think many people saw this happening. I'll even venture out and say most of the Boise State loyalist didn't see this happening. Heck, I bet there were some guys in that locker room that didn't see this happening. I sure didn't. Boise State played good, hands down. They didn't put themselves in a position to lose this game. OU didn't play well in the first half or second half. Only in the final minutes did they seem to play sooner football. Boise State took advantage of OU and their poor play. All the theatrics at the end were amazing! Boise State coach Chris Peterson deserves a ton of credit. He went head to head with one of the nations top teams and played heads up football, and won. He didn't need any bag of tricks till late in the game. And when the game is on the line, any team and any coach will try anything. Big Props go out to Boise State and their coach Chris Peterson. Couldn't ask for more in a bowl game, except for an OU win! :)

Trojan Man

2007-01-05T18:56:00.000-06:00

Rose Bowl

So Cal 32

Michigan 18

ESPN Accuscore: USC 51%

My Pic: USC

This game started out nothing like I thought it would. Both teams going in at the half tied at 3 was shocking. But, you had to know that there would be some fireworks in the second half. Somebody would start pressing and trying to make things happen. Either big plays or turnovers would be the result. Michigan's big play man, Mike Hart, was anything but. hart was held by the USC D to only 47 yards. USC's Booty and Jarrett had all star performances. Booty threw for 391 yards and 4 TD's and Jarrett caught 2 TD's and racked up 203 yards. Jarrett needed a big night if he wanted to make his way in the draft, and he did just that.

Badgers Beat Razorbacks?

2007-01-05T00:42:00.000-06:00

Capital One Bowl Game

Wisconsin 17
Arkansas 14

ESPN Accuscore: Wisconsin 55%
My Pic: Arkansas

This is another game that I thought was a lock...and I was wrong. During the game I just felt like we were waiting for Arkansas to take the game over and then time just ran out. The Razorback D was strong against the run, holding Wisconsin to -4 yards on the ground. Basically Wisconsin got a lead early and just kept it smart. They didn't try anything fancy and didn't take any unnecessary risks.

Mountaineers Climb The Gator

2007-01-05T00:09:00.000-06:00

Toyota Gator Bowl

West Virginia 38

Georgia Tech 35

ESPN Accuscore: West Virginia 52%

My Pic: West Virginia

Know here was some scoring. It didn't look good for the Mountaineers early down 35-17. The QB's were great in this game. GT's Taylor Bennett, stepping in for Reggie Ball, did great. He threw for over 300 yards and 3 TD's. Possible the best WR in the draft Calvin Johnson had a career day, 186 yards and 2 TD's. But, the kid that stole the show was WV's QB Pat White. he brought the mountaineers back and stole the show. The kid is the real deal. Rodriguez made a great decision staying at WV, he'll keep them competitive.

Cotton Turned Auburn

2007-01-04T15:18:00.000-06:00

AT&T Cotton Bowl

Auburn 17

Nebraska 14

ESPN Accuscore: Auburn 52%

My Pic: Nebraska

Nebraska jumped out early and I thought they were going to take control and not let up. I was wrong...again. If you liked to watch two teams pound it out and play D this was a game for you. Auburn did one thing that kept Nebraska away...they never gave them opportunities. There's not much to say about this one, wasn't to exciting.

Joe Pa's Still Got It

2007-01-04T02:02:00.000-06:00

Outback Bowl

Penn State 20

Tennessee 10

ESPN Accuscore: Tennessee 64%

My Pic: Penn State

Penn State came out and took control of this game and never let up. It wasn't just a dominating performance, but it was close. Penn States defense was just great. They didn't allow Tennessee to get an big plays on them. Penn State didn't do anything fancy to win this one, just tough D and capitalized when Tenn. gave them opportunities.

Teh Battle On The Blue

2007-01-04T01:48:00.000-06:00

MPC Computers Bowl

Miami 21

Nevada 20

ESPN Accuscore: Miami 56%

My Pic: Nevada

The battle on the blue turf was semi exciting. Watching a team that didn't matter and a team that doesn't seem to have a future was kind of mundane. Miami was able to rally around parting coach Larry Coker and send him out on a good note. Nevadas coach Chris Ault made a horrible decision early in the game to go for 2. Nevada didn't get it and they lost by a point. It's not even a gutsy call, it's stupidity.

Dawgs Gone Wild

2007-01-04T01:41:00.000-06:00

Chick-fil-A Bowl

Georgia 31

Virginia Tech 24

ESPN Accuscore: Virginia Tech 70%

My Pic: Virginia Tech

With the Bulldogs down 21-3 at the half I thought this one was over. I have been wrong on that acount a lot this bowl season. Coach Mark Richt called for an onside kick in the 3rd quarter, down 21-6. This was big Balls folks. Bulldogs recovered and took over the game. Virginia Tech gave this game away just like the 4 turnovers to allow the Bulldogs to win it.

Kind Of Ironic?

2007-01-04T01:09:00.000-06:00

Alamo Bowl

Texas 26

Iowa 24

ESPN Accuscore: Texas 80%

My Pic: Texas

Texas winning the Alamo Bowl, last time I checked and I'm no historian, they lost the Alamo. So this wasn't the shut out that everybody thought it would be. With Texas down at the half I was a little worried about my pic. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz had his boys ready to play. This team was excited and they brought it to the Longhorns. I was really into Iowa and there game play, was no give in the Hawkeyes. Colt McCoy threw for over 300 yards and 2 TD's to prove that he was the best freshman QB in the nation.

Run Game Lets Navy Down

2007-01-04T01:00:00.000-06:00

Meineke Car Care Bowl

Boston College 25
Navy 24

ESPN Accuscore: Boston College 74%
My Pic: Navy

navy had this one all locked up and then they decided to pitch the ball on a 3rd and 15 with not much time left. Boston didn't have any timeouts left. I don't understand the play call. Why not hand it off and then punt the ball away. Navy lost this game, Boston College did not win it. Boston College extended their current longest bowl winning streak to 7. BC's kicker Aponavicuis, a walk on who had missed a field goal earlier in the night, hit a game winning 37 yard field goal as time ran out. Nothing like theatrics!!!

Raiders Make History In The Insight Bowl

2006-12-30T03:26:00.000-06:00

Insight Bowl

Texas Tech 44

Minnesota 41

ESPN Accuscore: Texas Tech 70%

My Pic: Texas Tech

If you didn't see this one than you really missed out!!! Tech was down 31 points and came from behind to win it in overtime. Largest comeback in bowl history. I'm not gonna lie I was worried at half time when Tech was down 38-7. But, oddly enough, I didn't give up on the Red Raiders. Mike Leach is a coaching genius, the guys knows his stuff. If Alabama had a brain they would have already offered him the job. But the won't, cause their idiots. The great part of this game not only was the win in overtime, but the field that Tech kicker Alex Trlica kicked as time expired in regulation. And it wasn't just an ordinary kick it was a 52 yarder! Drama, it's games like these that make the bowl season great.

Terped

2006-12-30T03:08:00.000-06:00

Champs Sports Bowl

Maryland 24
Purdue 7

ESPN Accuscore: Purdue 54%
My Pic: Maryland

I didn't get to see much of this game. I was busy watching the best bowl game so far this year, the Insight Bowl. The Terps were up at one point 21-0. Maryland's offensive line was amazing letting QB Sam Hollenback to throw for 200 plus yards and 2 TD's and helping a ground game go for over 200 yards and a TD. Maryland came out and did something that they hadn't done all year, they dominated. Purdue has a lot of areas that need to be address before the beginning of next year.

Gamecocks Ring Liberty Bell

2006-12-30T02:48:00.000-06:00

AutoZone Liberty Bowl

South Carolina 44

Houston 36

ESPN Accuscore: South Carolina 74%

My Pic: South Carolina

The Old Ball Coach got it done, winning his first bowl game at South Carolina. I think in the next couple of years we will see a rise from the Gamecocks in the SEC. This was a blast, both teams combined for 1,062 yards and 80 points. Both QB's were fantastic in this game. Gamecocks QB Blake Mitchel threw for over 300 yards and 4 TD's. Houston's Kevin Klob proved that he is NFL worthy with 386 yards and 3 TD's. This was one of many barn burner games today!

Mizzou Minus Brian Smith, Meant Defeat For Tigers

2006-12-30T02:19:00.000-06:00

Brut Sun Bowl

Oregon State 39

Missouri 38

ESPN Accuscore: Mizzou 50%

My Pic: OSU

Well unfortunately the Big XII representatives couldn't get it down. OSU coach Mike Riley made one of the hardest decisions to make, go for the win or the tie. Riley went for the win. And a Mizzou Defense that was minus star Brian Smith couldn't keep them from running it up their throat. Pealsup himself predicted that with Brian Smith, "They will not only win, they will win big." Well unfortunately they didn't have Mr. Smith and they lost. This game was fun, this day was fun, there were some great games and this was one of them. OSU's QB Matt Moore was amazing throwing for over 350 yards and 4 TD's. Wide Receiver Sammie Stroughter is going to be a premier receiver next year. If you didn't watch you missed out on a barn burner!

Wildcats Go Wild

2006-12-29T21:06:00.000-06:00

Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl

Kentucky 28

Clemson 20

ESPN Accuscore: Clemson 79%

My Pic: Clemson

Kentucky came out and took control of this game early. There never seemed to be any urgency on Clemson's part. They seemed very lethargic and didn't seem to care. Kentucky on the other hand came out with their hair on fire. Hitting on all cylinders. Kentucky QB Andre' Woodson was great with 300 yards and 3 TD's. Clemson gave this game away with 4 turnovers.

Scarlet Knights Went Wild On The Wildcats

2006-12-29T19:50:00.000-06:00

Texas Bowl

Rutgers 37

Kansas State 10

ESPN Accuscore: Rutgers 74%

My Pic: KSU

Yea, I know, I was crazy for picking K-State. Rutgers went out dominated and said "hey, we are for real, we beat one of the worst teams in the Big XII." As you can tell I am still not a fan. I didn't get to see much of this game I was busy watching another bowl game. But, Rutgers finally got their first Bowl win ever.

Bowdens Boys Still Got It

2006-12-29T19:27:00.000-06:00

Emerald Bowl

Florida State 44
UCLA 27

ESPN Accuscore: UCLA 54%
My Pic: UCLA

Coach Bowden is set for next couple of years. He has a good group of young kids that are going to help him make a run next year and the next. This win should keep the alumni off of Bowdens back, but not before they made him fire his son and offensive coordinator. The game was close throughout the first half. Both teams looked rusty, but FSU's defensive finally showed up.

Cal Bears Dominate

2006-12-29T03:21:00.000-06:00

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl

California 45

Texas A&M 10

ESPN Accuscore: California 53%

My Pic: A&M

This game was a big time let down. A&M just didn't want to win. They controlled ball possession. Doubling the time that Cal had the ball, but they still gave up 45 points. A&M came out firing and score d quick and then just quit. Stats galore, Cal had two backs go over 100 yards and their QB threw for over 200 yards. The upside for A&M is they young, they will be a team to watch next year. Big props go out to Cal who went out and Dominated!!!

Cowboy Up

2006-12-29T02:52:00.000-06:00

PetroSun Independence Bowl

Oklahoma State 34

Alabama 31

ESPN Accuscore: OSU 59%

My Pic: OSU

This has probably been one of the more exciting games so far. Last minute field goal by OSU to win the game. This season OSU has lost 4 games on the final play. To pull this one off may say something about were this team is going. I figured the firing of Coach Shula could be a factor in this game, but the Tide made a go of it. Alabama's back Kenneth Darby still did not find pay dirt. Cowboys wide out Bowman had an amazing one handed grab, they are hoping this guys stays another year. How about Javier Arenas's 86 yard punt return for Alabama, freaking awesome.

Chippewas Made It Happen

2006-12-27T16:43:00.000-06:00

Motor City Bowl

Central Michigan 31

Middle Tennessee 14

ESPN Accuscore: Central Michigan 76%

My Pic: Middle Tennessee

So my little theory of Central Michigan not being able to overcome the loss of their coach to another school was just blown out of the water. Big props go out to interim coach Jeff Quinn. He got the Chippewas ready for a game that I thought the odds were stacked against them even though they were heavily favored. Chippewas Freshman QB Dan LeFevour was outstanding, just as his play had been throughout the season. The game came down to the 2 turnovers by Middle Tennessee.

This One was for Garrett!!!

2006-12-23T23:21:00.000-06:00

Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl

Utah 25
Tulsa 13

ESPN Accuscore: Tulsa 53%
My Pic: Tulsa

Well ESPN and I had this one all wrong. To the delight of Mr. Garrett Otteson his Utes put on a heck of a game. They have now tied the longest winning bowl streak with 6 straight bowl wins. My game ball goes to Louie Sokada, that's right the kicker. He had for field goals, without them they might not have won this one. Tulsa made a go of it in the fourth with a TD making the score 19-13 with a lot of game left. But they didn't find pay dirt again. There you go G-Rat, now we just need OU to win theirs!!!

Spartans Victorious

2006-12-23T23:02:00.000-06:00

New Mexico Bowl

San Jose State 20
New Mexico 12

ESPN Accuscore: New Mexico 56%
My Pic: San Jose State

New Mexico had a chance to show up, in front their home crowd and show that they are on the rise. But the streak of not winning a bowl game since 1961 Aviation Bowl. San Jose was just a better team, with better athletes and they went out there and played like they were supposed to.

Pirates Bull-Horned

2006-12-23T22:32:00.000-06:00

Papajohns.com Bowl

University of South Florida 24
East Carolina University 7

ESPN Accuscore: South Florida 62%
My Pic: East Carolina

So my first wrong pic of the bowl season. That sucks!!! Especially after getting one up on the ESPN Accuscore with the New Orleans Bowl. Not much to say about this one, USF took control early and didn't let up. They got a turnover and that was all they needed to take control of this game.

That Darn Trojan Horse!!!

2006-12-23T21:33:00.000-06:00

R & L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

Troy 41
Rice 17

ESPN Accuscore: Rice 57%
My Pic: Troy

Sometimes I hate being right. I imagine that this was a big game for Dr. Russell (someone most of you don't know, but one of my favorite OBU professors period), Rice making their first bowl game in fifty years or so. But Troy would not be denied. Rice QB Joel Armstrong had a pitiful night, throwing 5 interceptions. But his counter part, Troy QB Omar Haugabook threw for 217 yards, 4 TD's and ran for another. Congrats to Troy and their first ever bowl win, in only their 2nd bowl appearance.

Ducks Fall to Cougars in Vegas

2006-12-22T00:25:00.000-06:00

Pioneer PureVision Las Vegas Bowl

BYU 38
Oregon 8

ESPN Accuscore: BYU
My Pic: BYU

Lame Duck!!! Oregon came out and laid an egg. They got lucky that even scored. BYU was dominant. When they went in at half 17-0 it was all over. Any hope of a comeback after their late late score was diminished when BYU recovered the onside kick and took the ball down to score putting the cougars up 38-8. This was BYU's 10th straight win this season and first bowl win since 1996, they are hoping that this is the beginning of the turn around for them. This is the 4th straight bowl loss for the Ducks. A team that looks like a contender year in and year out, they just can't get it done when it counts. BYU QB John Beck has left his legacy on the cougars, a school that is rich in QB history. Will we see him play on Sundays? I think so...

Horned Frogged!!!!

2006-12-19T16:37:00.000-06:00

San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl

TCU 37

Northern Illinios 7

ESPN Accuscore: TCU 74%

My Pic: TCU

Top rusher in the nation vs. the number 4 rush defense. Just didn't work out for Garrett Wolfe, 28 yards on 20 carries. This was an old fashion @$$ whooping. 60 total yards is all the TCU defense gave up. These guys were all over the field gang tackling. I was impressed with the play of TCU QB Jeff Ballard who had 4 total TD's, 3 of them rushing.

Lets keep the Comments coming, this is fun!!!!

Bowl Baby, BOWL!!!

2006-12-17T16:59:00.000-06:00

So before I begin my bowl breakdown I feel I should give you some of my personal thoughts on the bowl system. First off, I am not a proponent of a playoff system. The whole idea that each round of the playoffs would be a bowl game that just retarded!!! The rich would just keep getting richer. The major conference teams would only continue to benefit from this set-up. the past couple years we have seen the the mid-major teams start to break through in the BCS. With appearances by Utah two years ago and Boise State making the Fiesta Bowl this year, and the big runs that Louisville and Rutgers put together, we are getting closer to seeing a mid-major in the National Championship Game. This will not happen in a playoff.
Although I am against a Playoff, I don't think the system all together is bad. I definitely won't be a "big" complainer if and when it goes to a playoff system. Right now we often see ourselves complaining on who should be #1 and #2 (which the BCS was supposed to solve). If we go to a 8 team playoff we will still be complaining on who should be in the playoffs. Look at the top 15 this year and you will see it littered with 1 and 2 loss teams. But, I like controversy, so keep the BCS!!!
Now that we are done with that, I urge you out there to watch at least 3 Bowl games. I will watch them all and leave posts on every one of the Bowl games. It would be nice to hear from all of you out there!!!
A little quick info, I will give you my pic, and a new pic called ESPN Accuscore. ESPN has neat little program where they enter all kinds of facts it gives them a percentage of who will win.

San Diego County Poinsettia Bowl
San Diego, CA
December 19
ESPN2 8 pm et.

Norther Illinois (7-5) vs. TCU (10-2)

ESPN Accuscore: TCU 74%
My Pic: TCU

Reason To Watch:
Well if you miss the first one there goes seeing them all! Garrett Wolfe is the nations leading rusher for NIU. TCU is the 4th in run defense in the nation. This is a really good match-up I see it being a close game with some scoring!

Pioneer PureVision Las Vegas Bowl
Las Vegas, NV
December 21
ESPN 8 pm et.

BYU (10-2) vs. Oregon (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: BYU 69%
My Pic: BYU

Reason To Watch:
I'm not going to lie my reason for picking BYU is because I have a new found hatred for Oregon. With Oregons dropping its last 3 in a row, mainly because of turnovers (30 on the season). With BYU QB John Beck finishing 2nd in the nation in passing efficiency, this could be a score fest...for BYU.

R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
New Orleans, LA
December 22
ESPN2 8 pm et.

Rice (7-5) vs. Troy State (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Rice 57%
My Pic: Troy

Reason To Watch:
Tory has never won a bowl game, this is only there second appearance in a bowl game since entering Division I AA. This is Rice's first appearance in a bowl game since 1956. This should be another score fest. Not much defense and 2 top 10 offenses!!!

Papajohns.com Bowl
Birmingham, AL
December 23
ESPN2 1 pm et.

South Florida (8-4) vs. East Carolina (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: South Florida 62%
My Pic: East Carolina

Reason To Watch:
East Carolina's first winning season in 5 years. Could they cap it off with a bowl win? both of these teams have upset some decent teams. If both of these schools are on, its will be a shoot out. I'm calling for an upset.

New Mexico Bowl
Albuquerque, NM
December 23
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

New Mexico (6-6) vs. San Jose State (8-4)

ESPN Accuscore: New Mexico 56%
My Pic: San Jose State

Reason To Watch:
San Jose Spartans are a feel good story that nobody knows about. Their turn around from the past couple of years is nothing short of amazing. These are two teams coached by guys who have staked their career on defense. I think San Jose State can cap off their Cinderella season. Guess we will have to watch and see.

Bell Helicopter Armed Forces
Fort Worth, TX
December 23
ESPN 8 pm et.

Tulsa (8-4) vs. Utah (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Tulsa 53%
My Pic: Tulsa

Reason To Watch:
Formally the Fort Worth Bowl. This is what bowl games are all about. Two good teams, evenly matched and they are very similar. I am not going to lie my pic is partial to the home state. I'm still kinda curious how a team in the north eastern corner of Oklahoma gets the nickname Golden Hurricanes? Bonus points to anybody who figures that one out. This very well could be an upset game, and my Garrett would be very happy!

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl
Honolulu, HI
December 24
ESPN 8 pm et.

Hawaii (10-3) vs. Arizona State (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Hawaii 72%
My Pic: Hawaii

Reason To Watch:
Hawaii's QB Colt Brennen could be one of the best. Possible the best QB to ever come out of Hawaii. You will be hearing his name talked about come draft day. He is 1 TD away from tying the national record of 54 TD's. Arizona States is just as dangerous on offense. I look for Hawaii to win this one at home!!! This could very well be the most exciting college bowl game this year. It will at least be one of the most offensive games. I'm seeing at least a combined score of 50.

Motor City Bowl
Detroit, MI
December 26
ESPN 7:30 pm et.

Middle Tennessee (7-5) vs. Central Michigan (9-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Central Michigan 76%
My Pic: Middle Tennessee

Reason To Watch:
Central Michigan's coach leaving for Cincinnati puts a little sour note on Central Michigan's nice season. That's why I'm tipping my hat towards Central Michigan. Middle Tennessee has great defense and Central Michigan lives and dies by the big offensively play.

Emerald Bowl
San Francisco, CA
December 27
ESPN 8 pm et.

Florida State (6-6) vs. UCLA (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: UCLA 54%
My Pic: UCLA

Reason To Watch:
A couple of teams that we are used watching play meaningful games. If you like defense struggles this could be the game you are looking for. If UCLA comes out like they did against USC than they will hands down. I don't really think FSU has much to play for. A 6-6 season with a lot of disappointments. They never really got it together. A lot of people were looking to get rid of UCLA's Coach Dorrell, but he win over USC bought him a little time and a win in a bowl game could get him some more breathing room.

PetroSun Independence Bowl
Shreveport, LA
December 28
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

Oklahoma State (6-6) vs. Alabama (6-6)

ESPN Accuscore: OSU 59%
My Pic: OSU

Reason To Watch:
Well I know I will be paying close attention to the Big XII representative Cowboys. With Mike Shula getting the axe at Alabama I think that will be the deciding factor. OSU is horrible on defense, but hey have a lot weapons and fire power on offense. It will be interesting to watch and see if Alabama tailback Kenneth Darby will get a TD. He has failed to find pay dirt all year, even carrying the ball 200 times.

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl
San Diego, CA
December 28
ESPN 8 pm et.

Texas A&M (9-4) vs. California (9-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Cal 53%
My Pic: A&M

Reason To Watch:
Dennis Franchione saved his job at A&M by beating Texas. A bowl win would loosen the grip of impatient alumni. For Cal it has been a disappointing season, after winning 8 in a row a BCS birth looked like it was in their future, but losing 2 of their last 3 left a nasty taste in their mouth. Cal has one of the nations top running backs in Marshawn Lynch. I am a fan of A&M QB McGee, the kid is a true leader and loves the game. Both teams have a lot to play for but for two totally different reasons.

Texas Bowl
Houston, TX
December 28
ESPN 8 pm et.

Rutgers (10-2) vs. Kansas State (7-5)

ESPN Accuserve: Rutgers 74%
My Pic: KSU

Reason To Watch:
I am really going out on a limb here picking KSU. But, I really don't think Rutgers is as good as everybody thinks. I know it is the first year for KSU's head coach and Rutgers upset Louisville at home. But Rutgers did lose to West Virginia and I think Kansas State matches up well with West Virginia. I'm looking for an upset.

Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl
Nashville, TN
December 29
ESPN 1 pm et.

Clemson (8-4) vs. Kentucky (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Clemson 79%
My Pic: Clemson

Reason To Watch:
Can the power of "happy to be here" over come the "will take it if we have to." Kentucky has fought hard and are happy with their bowl bid to Nashville, they want to be here. Clemson on the other hand feels like they are settling. Will Kentucky's desire to be in a bowl game overcome a better team. This will be an offensive explosion by somebody.

Brut Sun Bowl
El Paso, TX
December 29
CBS 2 pm et.

Oregon State (9-4) vs. Missouri (8-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Mizzu 50%
My Pic: OSU

Reason To Watch:
Well they think this will be an even one. Missouri's only chance is for QB Daniels to have a good day. If he comes out like he did against OU and Nebraska, Missouri won't have a fighting chance. Oregon State has some impressive wins including ones over USC and instate rival Oregon.

AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Memphis, TN
December 29
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

South Carolina (7-5) vs. Houston (10-3)

ESPN Accuscore: South Carolina 74%
My Pic: South Carolina

Reason To Watch:
The main question you have to ask yourself is Conference USA even close to being compared to the SEC. The "old ball coach" has his gamecocks rolling into the bowl game. Will get his first bowl win with the gamecocks? Watch Houston's Kevin Kolb at QB, we will be seeing him on Sundays.

Insight Bowl
Tempe, AZ
December 29
NFL Network 7:30 pm et.

Texas Tech (7-5) vs. Minnesota (6-6)

ESPN AccuScore: Texas Tech 70%
My Pic: Texas Tech

Reason To Watch:
Mike Leach is going to unleash his offense, to prove to Miami why they should have hired him and to send a message to Alabama that he wants the job. If Coach Leach stays at Tech he is set, for the first time in 5 years his QB is not a Senior, but a young Sophomore that will only get better and set records as long as Coach Leach is running the show. The Golden Gophers are completely opposite, the like to pound the ball. It's their poor pass defense that will be the end of the gophers.

Champs Sports Bowl
Orlando, FL
December 29
ESPN 8 pm et.

Purdue (8-5) vs. Maryland (8-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Purdue 54%
My Pic: Maryland

Reason To Watch:
This is the first time in these two schools history that they have met on the gridiron. Maryland ended the regular season on a rough note. But they can run the ball and control the clock. Which could get the boilermakers in a hurry up frenzy when they have the ball. Unlike everybody else I think Maryland has it under control.

Meineke Car Care Bowl
Charlotte, NC
December 30
ESPN 1 pm et.

Navy (9-3) vs. Boston College (9-3)

ESPN Accuscore: Boston College 74%
My Pic: Navy

Reason To Watch:
I love to see teams run the ball and run it well. That is what Navy does with their Triple Option. One of the top rushing teams in the nation, but is it good enough to knock of Boston Colleges coach Tom O'Brein and his record 6 straight bowl wins.

Alamo Bowl
San Antonio, TX
December 30
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

Texas (9-3) vs. Iowa (6-6)

ESPN Accuscore: Texas 80%
My Pic: Texas

Reason To Watch:
Both teams finished the season really bad. Texas losing its last 2, to knock them out of the Big XII Championship picture and Iowa lost 5 of its last 6. I really feel taht they key to Texas losing its last two was Colt McCoy's injuries. He will be all healed up come December 30 and There is not to many teams in the country that can hang with Texas when Freshman Colt McCoy is healthy.

Chick-fil-A Bowl
Atlanta, GA
December 30
ESPN 4:30 pm et.

Georgia (8-4) vs. Virginia Tech (10-2)

ESPN Accuscore: Virginai Tech 70%
My Pic: Virginia Tech

Reason To Watch:
The old saying is, "defense wins championships." Virginai Tech with the number 1 defense in the nation is looking to swarm the bulldogs. Both had seasons that they would like to forget. Virginia Tech is probably one of the better 2 loss teams

MPC Computers Bowl
Boise, Idaho
December 31
ESPN 7:30 pm et.

Miami (6-6) vs. Nevada (8-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Miami 56%
My Pic: Nevada

Reason To Watch:
Will Miami even show up. After a horrible season, and their coach getting fired. I don't see the canes coming out with their usual swagger. Which will leave the door open for a hungry Nevada team.

Outback Bowl
Tampa, FL
January 1
ESPN 11 am et.

Tennessee (9-3) vs. Penn State (8-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Tenn 64%
My Pic: Penn State

Reason To Watch:
I'm giving Joe Pa and his team the nod, because of Paul Posluszny. He is one of the games best at linebacker. this game is a great match-up. Penn State has a good Run game that will need to come through solid for them and The Vols have to take advantage of Penn States weak secondary. With a kid like Robert Mecham (Oklahoma's own) they should make big plays over the top.

AT&T Cotton Bowl
Dallas, TX
January 1
FOX 11:30 am et.

Auburn (10-2) vs. Nebraska (9-4)

ESPN Accuscore: Auburn 52%
My Pic: Nebraska

Reason To Watch:
Its been awhile since either of these teams have played in the Cotton Bowl. I personally think the Cotton Bowl should be added to the BCS. These teams haven't met up since Auburn beat them in the 1964 Orange Bowl for the National Championship. I think Zach Taylor is a really good college QB and with their tough D they should be able to pull out a low scoring slug feast.

Toyota Gator Bowl
Jacksonville, FL
January 1
CBS 1 pm et.

West Virginia (10-2) vs. Georgia Tech (9-4)

ESPN Accuscore: West Virginia 74%
My Pic: West Virginia

Reason To Watch:
Georgia Tech had a BCS game in sight win they let Wake Forest pull out an 9-67 ACC championship win. A game where ther a a few of teh brightest stars in college football. GT's stud Calvin Johnson, who very well could be the number 1 draft pick this spring. West Virginia's QB Pat White and tailback Steve Slaton are an exciting backfield. I think there will be wome fireworks in this one.

Capitol One Bowl
Orlando, FL
January 1
ABC 1 pm et.

Arkansas (10-3) vs. Wisconsin (11-1)

ESPN Accuscore: Wisconsin 55%
My Pic: Arkansas

Reason To Watch:
Arkansas played a hell of saeson and a hell of a schedule. Any team in the SEC has their work cut out for them. Arkansas let a few people down with some bonehead mistakes in the SEC Championship. Wisonsin lone loss this season was to the only ranked team that they played, Michigan. This game will be won on the ground. This very well could be Darren McFaddens last go round as a razorback. The second place Heisman vote getter could be headed to the pro's.

Rose Bowl
Pasadena, CA
January 1
ABC 5 pm et.

USC (10-2) vs. Michigan (11-1)

ESPN Accuscore: USC 51%
My Pic: USC

Reason To Watch:
It's the Grandaddy of them All!!! Both of these teams fill they should have been in the title game. Both teams are great, this is what a Rose Bowl match up should be. Thanks to USC there could be another split national title, like they did a few years back. If Ohio State looses and Michigan wins this one they could get the AP National Championship. Which I don't think will happen and I think it is a load of crap.

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl
Glendale, AZ
January 1
FOX 8 pm et.

Boise State (12-0) vs. University of Oklahoma (11-2)

ESPN Accuscore: Oklahoma 69%
My Pic: Oklahoma

Reason To Watch:
It's Oklahoma Baby!!! What other reasons do you need. Bob Stoops has probably coached his finest year yet. This OU team had a rough start losing their starting QB, and starting Gueard the day before official practice began. Paul Thompson has stepped in and been amazing. If it wasn't for a bad 4th quarter and 5 turnovers against Texas this OU team would be in the National Championship game. This will be the last time you get to see one of college football's greatest running backs of all time, Adrian Peterson. And you get to see Boise state play a bowl game other than on their home blue turf.

FedEx Orange Bowl
Miami, FL
January 2
FOX 8 pm et.

Louisville (11-1) vs. Wake Forest (11-2)

ESPN Accuscore: Louisville 71%
My Pic: Lousiville

Reason To Watch:
Wake Forest lucked into this bowl by beating Georgia Tech in the ACC Championship. Despite Louisvilles loss to Rutgers they are still one of the top talented teams in the nation. Wake Forest will have to keep control of the ball and try to keep up with Louisvilles speed.

AllState Sugar Bowl
New Orleans, LA
January 3
FOX 8 pm et.

Notre Dame (10-2) vs. LSU (10-2)

ESPN Accuscore: LSU 76%
My Pic: LSU

Reason To Watch:
The key matchup for Notre Dame to stay in this game will be their offensive line and LSU's defense. Notre Dames D is weak and LSU can capitolize. The golden domers have lost 8 straight bowl games since their win in the Cotton Bowl against Texas A&M in 1994. I don't think the Irish can keep up with LSU's overall speed.

Internation Bowl
Toronto
January 6
ESPN2 12 pm et.

Western Michigan (8-4) vs. Cincinnati (7-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Cincinnati 63%
My Pic: Cincinnati

Reason To Watch:
Cincinnati's coach just left for Michigan State and Central Michigans coach Brian Kelly has taken the job at Cincinnati. Kelly will have his work cut out for him getting this team ready for a bowl game. I think it is the smart thing him coming in now and taking the rains of the team before the bowl game. I usually don't take the team without a coach or a new coach in a bowl game, but this is the Cincinnati team that gave USC all it could handle.

GMAC Bowl
Mobile, AL
January 7
ESPN 8 pm et.

Ohio (9-4) vs. Southern Miss (8-5)

ESPN Accuscore: Southern Miss 63%
My Pic: Ohio

Reason To Watch:
For those of us who remember Nebraskas last hurrah, its was Frank Solich who was at the helms. And should still be. He has his teams play football the way it was supposed to be. Hard hitting defense and hit you in the mouth ground game.

Tostitos BCS National Championship Game
Glendale, AZ
January 8
FOX 8 pm et.

Florida (12-1) vs. Ohio State (12-0)

ESPN Accuscore: Ohio State 76%
My Pic: Florida

Reason To Watch:
It's the freaking national championship game!!! Everybody thinks Ohio State has this game all locked up, but I wouldn't count Florida out. Urban Meyer got Utah to a BCS bowl game two years ago and after 2 years at Florida he's got them in the National Championship game.

Well folks there it is. It took me a couple of days and nobody will probably give it more than 5 minutes of their time. But, thats ok. I really enjoy doing it and look forward to people commenting. So here's your time to shine everybody. Lets here what you got to say.

Boomer Sooner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BEAWARE!!!

2006-12-12T23:54:00.000-06:00

It's coming folks, my complete Bowl Breakdown!!!

In a few days you will be presented with useless bowl game information and I will enjoy every minute of it!!!

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Little Catching Up & the Big XII

2006-12-03T21:47:00.000-06:00

Well I'm back and I'm going to jump right into things...

Finished the season a few weeks backs. Record wise it was a tough one (3-7). Personally, I had the time of my life. This is what I want to do with my life. There is no better way to spend the day than out on that field working with those young men. I could bore you with all kinds of details, but I'm not. I enjoyed my time on the football staff and I really hope that come this spring I might find myself a job there. A lot of things have to happen for that to take place. Right now I am working with the Baseball team. I'll keep you all updated on how that goes.

So I made my first ever trip to Kansas City, Missouri & Kansas. That's right folks I went to the Big XII Championship! I had the time of my life. My Sooners came out victorious once again. Arrowhead Stadium was really cool. There isn't really a bad seat in that place. We ordered our tickets the minute OU beat OSU and locked up the Big XII South and the only seats left were the nosebleeds. But it was cool cause like I said there are no bad seats in that place. The place was dominated by the Husker fans! I still have their stupid "Go Big Red!" chant stuck in my head.

No lie the stadium was like over 90% Nebraska fans. Its not that OU fans didn't care or that they don't travel well there were a lot factors that played into low OU attendance. 1.) The weather in Oklahoma. For those of you not in the know we had a crazy winter storm. And Oklahoma doesn't have 6 plus inches of snow fall in 24 hours on top of inch thick layer of ice but every couple 15 to 20 years. So needless to say Oklahoma doesn't have the resources to handle this kind of storm and they never will. 2.) Nebraska locked up the North Division 2 - 3 weeks ago, so they were able to buy all of their tickets early. 3.) Texas had already started buying up the Souths share of tickets. Since they're Texas and Lord knows that their is no way Texas could lose to KSU and A&M two weeks in a row, heck according to them they already had the Big XII Championship won. But they didn't, HA. Nebraska fans were able to get their hands on the majority of these pre-sold tickets to Texas.

Besides it being like 22 degrees at kickoff and crazy wind chills it was a ton of fun. Chrisanna and I went with a couple of friends of ours. It was great getting to see them and experience it with them. From the first play I was going crazy till the end!!! After all the crap that has happened this year it is great to see these guys get vindicated for all their hard work. Going to a BCS game baby!!! Fiesta Bowl here we come.

Well its Bowl season again and for the 3rd year in a row I will do my bowl lineup blog and bowl breakdown! Be looking forward to those blog entry's to come soon.

Boomer Sooner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi

2006-08-10T02:11:00.000-05:00

WOW...Its been a while. Lifes been busy. Summers just winding down, with all kinds a fun lying ahead. I'm doing my Graduate Assistant coaching at Choctaw High School. Work outs this summer have been great and we just started practice this week. I'm finishing up my, way to long stint as a man of the night. Hopefully I can get back into this a little more regularly.

Check out my Movie Blog I've updated it too. www.loondaddyshom.blogspot.com

Boomer Sooner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Look Me In The Eyes When I'm Talking To You!!!

2006-06-03T03:42:00.000-05:00

You Are Cyclops

Dedicated and responsible, you will always remain loyal to your cause.You are a commanding leader - after all, you can kill someone just by looking at them.
Power: force beams from your eyes

Which of the X-Men Are You?

Hells yea!!! The only problem is that Cyclops is portrayed as a tool in the movies. At least that is my opinion. But, I haven't seen X3 yet, so don't ruin it for me!!!

Hmmmmmmmmm

2006-05-31T23:49:00.000-05:00

Your Political Profile:

Overall: 75% Conservative, 25% Liberal

Social Issues: 75% Conservative, 25% Liberal

Personal Responsibility: 75% Conservative, 25% Liberal

Fiscal Issues: 75% Conservative, 25% Liberal

Ethics: 50% Conservative, 50% Liberal

Defense and Crime: 100% Conservative, 0% Liberal

How Liberal Or Conservative Are You?

Makes You Wonder, Or Not...

It Is Time

2006-05-21T23:21:00.000-05:00

So yea, its been awhile. But that's o.k. Life has been crazy the past month, we will get into that in a sec. Justin and Mike, thanks for the hope. I appreciate your persistence! I haven't posted, because I just haven't had time, nor have I been motivated.
I am officially out of school for the summer. Although I'm taking 9 online hours, but we will wait and see whether that counts as school or not. So the past two weeks or so have been consumed with school and finishing up strong for the semester.
On top of all of that we finally finished up pledging (No Justin you still can't be an 'honorary' member). Going through the pledging process is what makes it special. For those of you not in the know, that takes a lot of time and energy from the active members. So its been CRAZY!!!!!!!!! Big Congrats out to my new Brothers Kevin and Andrew!!!
We finally started church league softball!!! It didn't rain around here forever and the minute we schedule a preseason softball tournament it rains. Then you try to reschedule that tournament - and it rains some more! But we need it and we finally did start the season, its been great!
The most exciting news I have is, it looks like I might be a G.A. for Choctaw High School!!!! I got in contact with an old coach of mine who is coaching at Choctaw right now and he talked to the head coach and I'm gonna call them in the morning. So be praying about that for me. Its a little bit of a drive and it would mean that I would be quitting night security for sure in the fall!!! Which I was planning on doing anyways, but this would be the nail in coffin. So I'm stoked about that and I will keep you informed as to how it goes!!

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We're The Lucky Ones

2006-04-19T00:17:00.000-05:00

I am a big fan of "The Program." If you have not seen the movie go out and get it immediatly. Especailly if you are a football fan. I was reminded of some of my favorite quotes from the movie today. So I will share them!

Steve Lattimer: "I don't know, its the battle, the going to war with the other guys, hanging together, having our own dorm, staying in hotels the night before the games, setting ourselves apart, being different than everybody else, having a chance to be somebody, to do something that people look up to you for, your strength, your courage, not everybody can play football.....we're the lucky ones."

Alvin Mack: "Let's open up a can of kick ass and kill 'em all, let the paramedics sort 'em out."

Joe Kane: "Let's put the women and children to bed and go lookin' for dinner!"

Steve Lattimer: "Staring defense! Place at the table!"

Coach Winters: We gotta ring that bell! We gotta to ring that championship bell!
Steve Lattimer: Ding motherfu**ing dong!

Regent Chairman: This is not a football vocational school. It's an institute for higher learning.
Coach Winters: Yeah, but when was the last time 80,000 people showed up to watch a kid do a damn chemistry experiment? Why don't you stick the bow-tie up your ass?

Good Stuff!!!! Hopefully here soon I can do a review of it on www.loondaddyshom.blogspot.com

Lets here some of your favorites!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Little Update

2006-04-06T00:18:00.000-05:00

Not to much going on around here. Just school and work. Playing a little intramural softball getting ready for summer league...so thats really it. maybe i can think of something more later.

GOONIES!!!!!!!!!!

2006-04-03T01:08:00.000-05:00

which Goonie are you? quiz by: carrie

Thats right baby, I'm Mikey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks T-Dog for putting this up on your blog. I love the Goonies!

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WWE Hall of Fame

2006-03-30T01:59:00.000-06:00

that's right folks its that time of the year again. Wrestlemania is on Sunday and that means the Hall of Fame inductions are on Saturday. So it's time for my yearly breakdown of the inductees.

BRET HART
Inducted By: Stone Cold Steve Austin
From: Calgary, Alberta
Finishing Move: The Sharpshooter
Titles Held: WCW Tag Team Championship (1); WWE World Tag Team Championship (2); WCW United States Championship (4); WWE Intercontinental Championship (2): WCW Championship (2); WWE Championship (5); Royal Rumble Winner (1); King of the Ring (2)

In my opinion the prized jewel of this class. A lot of people thought they would never see the day when Brett Hart and Vince McMahon would put their past aside and co-exist together. This is great for wrestling and the wrestling fans. Brett definitely was the "Excellence of Execution." The great thing about Brett was not only could he do the technical stuff, but he could get in there and mix it up with the big men too. Obviously if you know anything about wrestling you know that he was a product of the "Dungeon." Like I said before its great to see one the best ever get his just dues. Just wish he could still get out there and mix it up like he used to.
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"MEAN" GENE OKERLUND
Inducted By: Hulk Hogan
From:
Finishing Move: N/A
Career Highlights: WWE Announcer

Began his career in the early 70's in the AWA. Found his way to the WWE in 1984 and sang the National Anthem at the Wrestlemania in 1985. Became the lead backstage interviewer in the WWE and hosted a slew of WWE "talk" shows. He moved on to WCW in 1993 until WWE bought them and he went back to WWE. I always loved Mean Gene and think this is awesome. I loved watching the the Saturday morning cartoon with wrestling stars and they had Mean Gene on there. When I think of wrestling he definitely comes to mind.
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EDDIE GUERRERO
Inducted By: Chris Beniot, Chavo Guerrero, Rey Mysterio
From: El Paso, Texas
Finishing Move: Frog Splash, Lasso from El Passo
Titles Held: WWE World Heavyweight Title (1); WWE Tag Team Titles (3); WWE Intercontinental Title (2); WWE United States Title (1); WWE European Title (2); WCW United States Title (1); WCW Cruiserweight Title (1); ECW Television Title (2).

A good pic, but odd one. Well I guess the timing is anyways. It seems that maybe they are trying to capitalize on Eddie's death. With the book and the new DVD to be coming out soon its all kinda questionable. Not that Eddie is not worthy, because he is. Just look at his accomplishments. I think the really cool thing about Eddie is that he had gotten his life squared away with the Lord before he past so that is really cool. I loved the comment by Shawn Michaels about them never getting to wrestle but when they meet up in Heaven they will be able to perform for the Lord. All that said Eddie was one of the best crowd manipulators. He had in my opinion one of the best gimmicks with the whole "lie, cheat, steal." It will for surely get emotional.
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THE BLACKJACKS
Jack Lanza and Blackjack Mulligan
Inducted By: Bobby "The Brain" Heenan
From: Texas
Finishing Move: Lanza - Iron Claw
Titles Held: WWA Tag Team Titles (1); WCCW Tag Team Titles (2); WWE World Tag Team Titles (1).

I truly have no idea who the Blackjacks are. So I will give you a little background info on these guys. They formed early in the 70's and found there way to the WWE in 1975. They were a well liked tag team were ever they went. More than a decade after the BlackJacks dominated, MulliganÂs son, Barry Windham, and LanzaÂs nephew, Bradshaw, would form the new BlackJacks, paying homage to the legendary figures who came before them.
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VERNE GAGNE
Inducted By: Greg Gagne
From: Robbinsdale, Minnesota
Finishing Move: N/A
Titles Held: AWA Tag Team Titles; AWA Championship (10)

For more than four decades, Verne Gagne was a legendary wrestler and promoter in Minnesota, and was an instrumental figure in the expansion of sports-entertainment in the early 1980s. In the 1960s and 1970s, Verne became both a wrestler and a promoter, eventually becoming the sole owner of the AWA. He remained an active competitor until the early 1980s, holding the AWA Championship 10 times between 1960 and 1981. Verne had held a grudge against McMahon for sometime for Taking WWE nation wide and breaking up thterritorieses. And for takina lotot of the AWA's major talenincludingne Hulk Hogan. Gagne had a hand in training several future Superstars, including Ric Flair, Ken Patera, Bob Backlund and Ricky Steamboat. A pioneer in the wrestling business he is very deserving.
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TONY ATLAS
Inducted By: S.D. Jones
From: Maine
Finishing Move: Gorilla Press Slam
Titles Held: WWE Tag Team Titles

A former bodybuilder turned World Tag Team Champion, ÂMr. USAÂ Tony Atlas was known for his imposing physique and signature Gorilla Press Slam. In the early 1980s Atlas came to WWE, where he became a regular partner of Rocky Johnson. In 1983, Atlas & Johnson defeated the Wild Samoans to win the World Tag TChampionshipship, becoming the first African-American team to hold that championship. Atlas went on to be involved in other independent wrestling promotions. Tony Atlas is truly a nice guy I was able to watch a documentary film on wrestling and they were following Atlas around, I think it was "Beyond the Mat."
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"SENSATIONAL" SHERRI
Inducted By: "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase
From: N/A
Finishing Move: N/A
Titles Held: AWA Womens Title, WWE Womens Title

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WILLIAM "THE REFRIGERATOR" PERRY
Inducted By: John Cena
From: Aiken South Carolina
Finishing Move: N/A
Career Highlights: Eliminated Big John Stud and Tony Atlas at Wrestlemania 2's Battle Royal, super Bowl XX Champ.

The "frig" is a goofy pic if you as me. But kind of understandable. I figured the WWE was done with celebrityrinducteesee's but I guess to justify past celebrity inductees they need to add more. None better than a guy who eliminated 2 WWE Hall of Famers in a Battle Royal on the grandest stage of them all, Wrestlemania. Other than that there is no reason to have him in the Hall. I wish they would do away with celebrity inductees. Maybe someday they will actually open a Hall of Fame that you can visit and they will have a celebrity wing or something.
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The class of 2006. let me know what ya think. I will try and put up a breakdown of Wrestlemania tomorrow. So a little something for you to look forward to.

Not Feeling It

2006-03-28T23:37:00.000-06:00

So I'm not really feeling a good blog. I have some stuff to talk about, but just not feeling it.

The Quality Ride made a stop at OBU. For you people not in the know it is a "equality rights" tour for the GLBT. I could write all kinds of good stuff on them stopping here. But, I'm not feeling.

OU started spring ball this last week. Which is all kinds of fun for me. But I'm not feeling it. Boomer Sooner!

Intramural Softball had started up, which is spring training for a few of us summer leaguers. We are sitting at .500 after this evenings loss. But, I'm not feeling it.

*****Shameless Plug*****
Last week I started a new Blog. I figured since everybody else is doing write ups on movies I would too. I fortunately get to watch a few movies a week at work so I figured it would be good times and maybe everybody will have seen some of them. So check out Loondaddy's House of Movies at www.loondaddyshom.blogspot.com. There is also a link over at the side of the page.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rock N Roll Hall of Fame

2006-03-22T03:37:00.000-06:00

So tonight I caught the Rock Hall of Fame induction going down on VH1. I love this kind of stuff. This was the best induction ever! The past couple of years I've got to see some cool inductions and some of my favorites. But this years crop had the greatest band of all time! At least in my book. And we all know that's all that counts.

This years inductees are:

Black Sabbath
Blondie
Miles Davis
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Sex Pistols
Herb Alpert & Harry Moss

I have not been able to watch all of the induction ceremony, but never fear I did set the old dvr to record it. I did get to see Metallica performing "War Pigs" which was freaking amazing!!!! And I was able to witness Kid Rock induct Lynyrd Skynyrd. As for those of you who are not in the know my favorite band is Lynyrd Skynyrd and I am a fan of Kid Rock. So this was freaking awesome for me to see.

I grew up listening to all of that good "old" rock. For lack of a better word. I am just an old fashioned rock 'n roll guy. That's probably why every year I look forward to the Hall of Fame induction. I get to see bands that I think are great get recognized for how great I think they are. I never really got into the whole punk, speed metal, emo (whatever in the crap that is). Just good old fashioned rock.

So here's to Class of 2006! Keep on Rockin!!!!!!!!!!

Made It!!!!

2006-03-10T04:19:00.001-06:00

So I made it through last week. And obviously this week too. I have 1 class tomorrow at 1 and its just a lab. Pretty much spring break has begun for me! I am ready to chill out. I really don't have anythign to say right now. Maybe later. Who knows?

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gonna Be a Long One

2006-02-27T02:29:00.000-06:00

So it is going to be a long week. Hopefully come next week this time I will be able to give a sigh of relief to be done with it all.

Thankfully I only have one test this week. Monday is my usual long day, finishing up around 3 and then getting a couple hours of sleep till I got to do it all again. Except I have my teacher ed. interview. I'm not really worried about the interview, I just hope that my feelings toward this *retarded* process doesn't shine through. Tuesday I have a field trip that doesn't get me back to Shawnee till after 3, which means another long day and little sleep. Then Wed. doesn't get much better. The usual long day, plus fitting in a make-up test from the day before. Then I have to be back at school around 8:30 for closed rush interviews (Zeta Stuff). Finally come Thursday (I hope) I will have my usual 2 classes in the a.m. and then I'll get to get some sleep. Lets keep our fingers crossed.

So be praying for me, cause I will.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!

Food For Thought

2006-02-17T02:16:00.000-06:00

A university professor at a well known institution of higher learning challenged his students with this question, "Did God create everything that exists?"

A student bravely replied, "Yes he did!"

"God created everything?" The Professor asked.

"Yes sir, he certainly did," the student replied.

The professor answered, "If God created everything; then God created evil. And, since evil exists, and according to the principle that our works define who we are, then we can assume God is evil."

The student became quiet and did not respond to the professor's hypothetical definition. The professor, quite pleased with himself, boasted to the students that he had proven once more that the Christian faith was a myth.

Another student then raised his hand and said, "May I ask you a question, professor?"

"Of course," replied the professor.

The student stood up and asked, "Professor, does cold exist?"

"What kind of question is this? Of course it exists. Have you never been cold?"

The other students snickered at the young man's question. The young man replied, "In fact sir, cold does not exist. According to the laws of physics, what we consider cold is in reality the absence of heat. Every body or object is susceptible to study when it has or transmits energy, and heat is what makes a body or matter have or transmit energy. Absolute zero (-460 F) is the total absence of heat; and all matter becomes inert and incapable of reacion at that temperature. Cold does not exist. We have created this word to describe how we feel if we have no heat."

The student continued, "Professor, does darkness exist?"

The professor responded, "Of course it does."

The student replied, "Once again you are wrong sir, darkness does not exist either. Darkness is in reality the absence of light. Light we can study, but not darkness. In fact, we can use Newton's prism to break white light into many colors and study the various wavelengths of each color. You cannot measure darkness. A simple ray of light can break into a world of darkness and illuminate it. How can you know how dark a certain space is? You measure the amount of light present. Isn't that correct? Darkness is a term used by man to describe what happens when there is no light present."

Finally the young man asked the professor, "Sir, does evil exist?"

Now uncertain, the professor responded, "Of course, as I have already said. We see it everyday. It is the daily examples of man's inhumanity to man. It is the multitude of crime and violence everywhere in the world. These manifestations are nothing else but evil."

To this the student replied, "Evil does not exist, or at least it does not exist unto itself. Evil is simply the absence of God. It is just like darkness and cold, a word that man has created to describe the absence of God. God did not create evil. Evil is the result of what happens when man does not have God's love present in his heart. It's like the cold that comes when there is no heat, or the darkness that comes when there is no light."

The professor sat down.

The young man's name...... Albert Einstein.

The Bus!!!!!!!!

2006-02-02T23:09:00.000-06:00

You wanted it, and you got it. I am one of those wild and crazy fans. If you know me you know I am a Dallas Cowboys fan. But I am one of the few, and ostracized ones, that like the the Steelers too. I know it seems sacrilegious after all those super bowls in the 70's and all. But to be honest its not really a rivalry, I don't believe it ever really was. So there is the run down, I like the Steelers. Now on to why they will win the XL Super Bowl.

The Bus - Getting him here has been their goal all year. Might as well carry them on to the promised land. With Willie Parker giving them they speed. Bettis changes it up with his bruising style.

Big Ben - He's just a kid and he is amazing. His learning curve has been amazing. He has made the most of it all. Got to remember last year he had played over a year straight. He finally ran out of gas or I believe they would have won it all last year. The kid is good. Think about this - has he officially passed Payton Manning as one of the best QB's out there. Payton hasn't been to an AFC title game, Ben has played in 2 and won 1. Payton hasn't been to a Super Bowl. Ben is about to win one.

Stephen "The Weak" Alexander - I have always believed and still do that Alexander is the one of the weakest backs in the NFL. This is the first year that he has been "willing" to get short yardage or goal line conversions. And the concussion against Washington. Whatever, if they would have lost that game his team would have every right to hang him by his toes. He comes out the next week and runs all over the place. What concussion? Steelers D will expose him as a weakness.

Troy Polamalu - Is pure stud. I love Roy Williams, not just because he came out of OU, but he is a hitter. Polamalu is too. Not only is he a hitter he is a "Johnny on the Spot." He is all over the field. Found out today he sprained he ankle in practice. But I don't think that will matter. Its the Super Bowl Baby!!!!!

Steeler D - They bring the heat and they don't care if you know. Did you watch the Indy game. They got in Mannings head. They ain't scared.

So that's my opinion and I'm Sticking to it. I'm not one for predicting scores, so I won't. Steelers All The Way.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Never Fear......

2006-01-26T22:57:00.000-06:00

Never Fear the Loondaddy is hear!!!!!!!!! I know the people get restless when I'm away. But you got to understand I'm a busy man. With the charitable work, the whole regular guy by day and super hero by night, working with the handicapped, teaching kids to read, and not to mention I am the World Heavy Weight, Light Heavy Weight and Unified Champion of the World!!!!!

So as you can see I live a very strenuous life style. But hey, I do it for the kids. So hopefully soon you will be hearing a more in depth entry. See ya on the flip side.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fight Night Baby

2006-01-12T03:39:00.000-06:00

So I borrowed Garretts copy of Fight Night Round 2 for the ole PlayStation. I've been kicking serious butt and taking names. I am the Champ, there is no other way to put it. Heavy Weight, Light Heavy Weight, Unified Champ, so I guess there is other ways to put it. I'll let you decide how you want to refer to me.
Other than that I'm slowly tearing away at Hitch Hikers Guide, which honestly is a very quick read but I already told everyone about my reading habits. So hopefully I will finish this book soon. I like it so far.

Big Holla out to Justin who was able to put aside his computer ineptness and got halo scan to work for his blog.

Zeta Pi Never Die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Read?

2006-01-09T05:12:00.000-06:00

So I really don't remember what I read last year. I did just finish Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I wish the last one was already out. I really hope to get a lot of reading done this year. I've got a stack of books that almost as tall as I am. So here's a couple of the books I plan to get through before the year is up. Now remember you can't hold me to this. :)

Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe - Douglas Adams
Life, The Universe and Everything - Douglas Adams
So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish - Douglas Adams
Mostly Harmless - Douglas Adams
Full Court - Mike Lupica
Wild Pitch - Mike Lupica
What It Means To Be A Sooner - Jeff Snook
Football Physics: The Science of The Game - Timothy Gay
Coaching Football Successfully - Allan Trimble

I know I'm leaving some off there. I don't have a copy of "Mostly Harmless." I was browsing around the local used bookstore and came across the first 4 of the Hitch Hikers "trilogy," first edition. So I'm on the lookout for it. I'm also hoping to get through the Chronicles of Narnia. The wife says she has them, but they are in a box in Dallas so I guess I just might have to breakdown and buy them.

Remember "Reading is Knowledge and Knowledge is Power."

Longhorned

2006-01-05T01:24:00.000-06:00

Rose Bowl

University of Southern California 38
University of Texas 41

Pic: USC
My Pic: USC

My Record: 15-12

"The Grandaddy Of Them All" lived up to all the hype. I totally didn't see this happening. USC and UT played a remarkable game. If you missed this one, you missed probably one of the all time greats. Vince Young is simply amazing. Texas fans everywhere are praying to all that's holy that he stays for his senior year.

So that's it folks I hope you enjoyed it. No I can go back to my normal TV watching habits. My overall record isn't to bad, above .500 anyways. I was hoping that the wrong column would stay below 10. But, oh well, there is always next year!

Clash of the Titans

2006-01-04T05:17:00.000-06:00

FedEx Orange Bowl

Penn State 26
Florida State 23

Pic: Penn State
My Pic: Penn State

My Record: 16-11

Triple freakin over time. Can somebody get a kicker please! This was a great game. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I did not think that Florida State had a chance. Boy was I wrong. FSU's freshman QB has major guts, and are looking pretty stable at QB for a couple of years which they haven't had in a while. Penn State got it done, just under 5 hours.

I just want to say that I hope that when I am these guys age that I am still enjoying life the way these guys are. Whether that's coaching or not, they truly love and enjoy what they do. It was a great pleasure to watch this match up I look up to both of these men professionally and as men of character.

GUTS

2006-01-04T04:39:00.000-06:00

Nokia Sugar Bowl

Georgia 35
West Virginia 38

Pic: Georgia
My Pic: Georgia

My Record: 15-11

Never would have thought that WV would be up 28-0 in the opening minutes of the 2nd quarter. Georgia made a run at it a couple of times but it just didn't happen for them. It just didn't seem to matter that Georgia was at home or that they were from the daunted SEC. WV just didn't care. Gutsiest call of the game and probably the whole Bowl picture was when WV was 4th and 6 at the Georgia 48 and they went for the fake punt and converted.

THE Ohio State

2006-01-04T04:16:00.000-06:00

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl

Notre Dame 20
Ohio State 34

Pic: Ohio State
My Pic: Notre Dame

My Record: 15-10

THE Ohio State came out and kicked the daylights out of the Golden Domers. I got caught up in the Notre Dame story. They have had such a good year, but so has the Buckeyes. Tedd Ginn Jr. totally emerged on the main stage as a premier guy. At times this was an offensive show case for Ohio State. Notre Dame tried to make a run at it but a big run by Antonio Pittman with little under 2 minutes left

Fink Daddy your Buckeyes got it done in stylin fashion.

Badger Dominance

2006-01-04T03:51:00.000-06:00

Capital One Bowl

Wisconsin 24
Auburn 10

Pic: Auburn
My Pic: Wisconsin

My Record: 15-9

I'm really happy with my pic record. I just wanted to gloat a little there will probably be more in other posts.

Wisconsin came out and did Alvarez proud. I picked Wisconsin on the sole reason that Alvarez was retiring from coaching and that his boys would be going all out for him. The Badgers just totally kicked Auburns butt. 548 total yards, just dominance.

All Hookied Up

2006-01-03T08:13:00.000-06:00

Toyota Gator Bowl

Virginia Tech 35
Louisville 24

Pic: VT
My Pic: VT

My Record: 14-9

Lousville took VT to the limit. The 2nd half was totally dominated by VT. But definitely was a lot closer than it should have been.

Gators Get Outback

2006-01-03T08:07:00.000-06:00

Outback Bowl

Florida 31
Iowa 24

Pic: Florida
My Pic: Iowa

My Record: 13-9

Hawkeyes made a late surge with 3 TD's in the 4th quarter but it was to little to late. Urban Meyer calmed the Florida faithful with the bowl win. I truly believe that the Gator fans are least supportive fans in the nation.

Roll Tide

2006-01-03T08:03:00.000-06:00

AT&T Cotton Bowl

Alabama 13
Texas Tech 10

Pic:
My Pic:

My Record: 13-8

Didn't see this one happening at all. I figured Tech would come out guns blazing. But an early injury to Cody Hodges not only hurt him but the Red Raiders too. Bama's Jamie Christensen kicked a last second, ugly as all get out, field goal to give bama the win. To be honest if Brady Croyle knew how to throw the ball in clutch games Bama would have sealed the deal on this one a lot sooner than the winding moments. I don't know how many receivers he either over or under threw that were wide open and on their way to pay dirt.

2006-01-03T08:01:00.000-06:00

EV1.Net Houston Bowl

TCU 27
Iowa State 24

Pic: TCU
My Pic: TCU

My Record: 13-7

TCU didn't win this one, Iowa State lost it. Whatever that means. TCU did what had to be done and capitalized on all of Iowa States mistakes. Horned Frogs are a good squad that is well coached. But I was definitely rooting for ISU and the Big XII.

Goldern Hurricanes

2006-01-03T07:55:00.000-06:00

AutoZone Liberty Bowl

Tulsa 31
Fresno State 24

Pic: Fresno State
My Pic: Tulsa

My Record: 12-7

This is a very nice bowl victory for the Golden Hurricanes. Something for the program to build on. 2 fourth quarter INT's sealed the deal for Tulsa. I personally can't believe that Tulsa was the underdogs in this one. After the OU game I knew this team was for real.

2006-01-03T07:50:00.000-06:00

Meineke Car Care Bowl

South Florida 0
NC State 14

Pic: NC State
My Pic: NC State

My Record: 11-7

Boring! Poor South Florida had never been shut out. To bad it had to happen in their first ever bowl appearance.

Just Peachy

2006-01-03T07:41:00.000-06:00

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

LSU 40
Miami 3

Pic: LSU
My Pic: Miami

My Record: 10-7

Wow. I really don't have anything to say about this one. Miami just got their butt handed to them on a silver platter. LSU lookin' good for next year.

Mizzou

2006-01-03T07:36:00.000-06:00

Independence Bowl

South Carolina 31
Missiouri 38

Pic: South Carolina
My Pic: Missouri

My Record: 10-6

432, that's right folks, 432 yards. Brad Smith accounted for 432 yards of Missouri's 504 total yards. He looked like the supposed Heismen canidate everyone thought he would be. I went out on a limb on this one and it payed off. Not many people thought the Tigers could pull this one off. Another exciting finish.

Special Teams?!?!?!?!?!

2006-01-03T07:32:00.000-06:00

Vitalis Sun Bowl

Northwestern 38
UCLA 50

Pic: UCLA
My Pic: UCLA

My Record: 9-6

I wouldn't believe it if I didn't see it for myself. Northwestern tries for an onside kick and Brandon Breazell returns is for a TD. The crazy thing about it all is around 2 minutes later after a Northwestern score Breazell does it again. Its moments like this why I watch these games!!!

Cavaliers Hold Off Minnesota

2006-01-03T07:21:00.000-06:00

Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl

Minnesota 31
Virginia 34

Pic: Minnesota
My Pic: Minnesota

My Record: 8-6

Virginia came out at the half trailing 21-10 and played lights out. They took advantage of Minnesota's mistakes. Virginia ended it when they intercepted a pass with 36 seconds left in the game. I hope you all are watching these!!!!!!

Boomer Sooner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2005-12-30T02:50:00.000-06:00

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl

University of Oklahoma 17
Oregon 14

Pic: Oregon
My Pic: Oklahoma

My Record: 8-5

Boomer Sooner Baby! My boys went out and got it done. Holding off a driving Oregon team trying to at the very least get a field goal to force over time Clint Engram comes up with a clutch interception. Adrian Peterson ran great. Funny/Stupid moment, while celebrating our first TD to go up 10-7 Mr. Peterson stood up and hit his head on the back of another players helmet and cut himself wide open. Probably will never hear the end of that. What can I say I am happy, very happy. We looked good. Freshman receivers looked great just like they had all year (Have I ever mentioned, "I love freshman receivers"). Brett was getting nailed and getting up like a champ and AD was running great. Defense looked stout. Got a lot to look forward to next year!!! :)

We're Not In Utah Anymore Totto

2005-12-28T02:02:00.000-06:00

Emerald Bowl

Georgia Tech
Utah

Pic: GT
My Pic: GT

My Record: 7-5

We were all wrong with this one. Georgia Tech looked absolutely horrible in this one. Utah just came out with their back up quarterback and lit it up. I know Garrett is happy. I can't get them all right.

Good Fun, Bad Officiating

2005-12-28T01:59:00.000-06:00

MasterCard Alamo Bowl

Michigan 28
Nebraska 32

Pic: Michigan
My Pic: Michigan

My Record: 7-4

Probably the absolutely worst officiated game I have ever seen. Other than that a great game. Music City Miracle, What? Michigan about pulled off the greatest play in college football. With no time on the clock they threw 11 lateral passes and almost scored with pandemonium on the field. Nebraska QB Zach Taylor is one tough kid, look for good things out of this kid in the future.

Just Short

2005-12-28T01:38:00.000-06:00

MPC Bowl

Boise State
Boston College

Pic: Boise State 21
My Pic: Boston College 27

My Record: 7-3

Boise State gave it the old college try! Coach Hawkins is moving on to the best conference in college football (Big XII), but with a bad taste in his mouth. Boise State had won 13 strait games at home. Until Boston College came to town. UP 21-0 at the half BC looked to have it all sealed up. Until the surf turf mystique came into to play. Down 21-27 in the final minutes Boise State inside of the red zone, they through a pick to seal their fate. They're getting good folks!

Insight Bowl

2005-12-28T01:32:00.000-06:00

Insight Bowl

Arizona State 45
Rutgers 40

Pic: ASU
My Pic: ASU

My Record: 6-3

Red Shirt Freshman QB Rudy Carpenter threw lights out for the Sun Devils. This kid looked really good 23-45 for 467 yards and 4 TD's. Both teams defense seemed timid. At least both offenses were putting up some points or this on could have gotten boring. 1,210 yards combined for Rutgers and ASU. Most ever in a bowl game.

Big XII First Fatality

2005-12-28T01:25:00.000-06:00

Champs Sports Bowl

Clemson 19
Colorado 10

Pic: Clemson
My Pic: Clemson

My Record: 5-3

Sometimes I hate it when I'm right. Colorado put up a valiant effort, but they couldn't overcome not having their senior starting quarterback or their head coach. In the end Clemson ran with it. I definitely didn't think that the Buff's would put up this kind of fight. I was rooting for them.

Historic

2005-12-28T01:11:00.000-06:00

Motor City Bowl

Memphis 38
Akron 31

Pic: Memphis
My Pic: Memphis

My Record: 4-3

DeAngelo Williams is in my opinion the best RB in upcoming draft. With 233 yards rushing and 3 TD's he cemented his place in history as one of the best college RB's ever. He passed Tony Dorsette and Archie Griffin for the most 100 yard games in NCAA history, 34. The Zips first bowl appearance was anything but disappointing. Akron put Memphis to the test and was one onside kick recovery from making this game a classic.

Wide Right!!!!!!!!!

2005-12-28T01:08:00.000-06:00

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl

Nevada 49
University of Central Florida 48

Pic: Nevada
My Pic: UCF

My Record: 3-3

UCF gave one heck of run at it in the 4th to push for OT. Unfortunately for the Black Knights their kicker who had made 3 field goals earlier in the night missed the tying extra point to force another over time. Nevada had a backfield that put up over 300 yards rushing and 6 TD's. This was a great game with 97 total points combined. A must have for these mid bowls that nobody cares about.

Rock Chalk Jayhawk

2005-12-28T00:59:00.000-06:00

Fort Worth Bowl

Kansas 42
Houston 13

Pic: Kansas
My Pic: Kansas

My Record: 3-2

So one of my few Big XII pics have come through for me. As you all have noticed I'm behind on my Bowl watching. So there are a few a games out there that I have already seen. Hopefully by the end of today I will have all of the ones I haven't seen watched! There is only like 4 or 3 that I haven't watched yet. The others are already ready to post.

Mangino and his boys played tough. Solid defensive play, which they have had all season. Most people don't know that KU had one of the best run defenses in the nation. Over 500 yards of offense and 300 through the air. Houston should stayed home. KU and Mangino are looking good for the future!

The Run Around

2005-12-28T00:51:00.000-06:00

San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl

Navy 51
Colorado State 30

Pic: Navy
My Pic: Navy

Can I say run, run and more run. Colorado State kept up with the Midshipmen until the 4th. Lots of fun I'm getting into these games!!!!!

Top 5 Christmas Movies

2005-12-28T00:20:00.000-06:00

One of the great things about this time of the year is Christmas movies. Their are some great ones out there and I thought I would give my top 5 Christmas movies.

5. Home Alone 2: The great fun that ensue when Kevin runs into the crooks he sent to jail while being lost in New York is priceless. Just like the 1st one when they come after him and he has the whole house booby trapped is great. But I love the seen in the hotel where his "dad" is in the shower. Good stuff.

4. Scrooged: A lot of people didn't catch this movie when it came out. I remember going to the theaters with my parents thinking the theater would be full and it was just us on 2 other people. This is a great twist on Dickens classic. Bill Murray is great!!!!!!!

3. Home Alone: Our first introduction to Kevin and his wacky-massive family. I saw this as a youngster and its probably the first Christmas comedy I can remember being exposed to. As I mentioned for the 2nd one, house seens are the best.

2. A Christmas Story: I absolutely love this movie. Definetly on my all time favorite list. "You'll shot your eye out with that thing!" How true.

1. National Lampoons Christmas Vacation: The Best! Very Best! I have to see this movie not only at Christmas time but throughout the year. The sledding scene is the absolute best. Fooling with the lights is priceless. That is so going to be my house someday.

So there is was folks. Let me hear yours!! I want input. What did I leave off?