Boski's Blog o' Sports

Mr. Packer can you please put down the bong?

2007-03-06T14:03:00.001-08:00

What Billy are looking for a job with the Bush White House?

Oh, wait I watched it again and Henderson was going for the ball. It was all Hansbrough's fault. Did you see him tried to break Henderson's elbow by viciously bashing his face into it.

Still trying to revive this blog.

2007-02-22T11:40:00.000-08:00

I have to get this Sports Blog rolling, because right now this blog is close to being Barbaro.

Looks like he is going to need more than 10,000 points to get another life.

2007-02-22T11:31:00.000-08:00

Adam "Pac Man" Jones Defensive Back for the Titans is waging a one man battle against the Cincinnati Bengals. To show who is the is the king of the Numerous Felony League.

It appears that during the chaos (Thanks to Jason Whitlock at AOL) errrr I mean the fun that was NBA's All Star Weekend, that Mr. Pac Man ran had a situation.

Apparently the NFL and the law do not appreciate when you go into a strip club, bite the bouncer and leave the club after your friend shoots three people. All of this stemming from an incident with a trash bag filled with $81,000 dollars. (Deadspin)Hey I think the man is innocent and the police are looking for the wrong guy. In fact we all know who really behind this. It was these guys, they are still pissed at Pac Man.

It makes sense. After all those years of being chased, eaten and cut out from the profits. It was only a matter of time before they were going to get back at Pac Man.

So does this mean they should make this an endangered species?

2007-01-15T16:19:00.000-08:00

I am talking about the #1 seed in the AFC. Especially if it is coached by Marty Schottenheimer.
Marty gets cut down a

Cheap Seats - Kelly Rapp Rap or Its a Rap

2007-01-04T16:42:00.001-08:00

This may top Def Comedy for Pam Minnick.

Not pretty.

2007-01-04T16:33:00.000-08:00

Wow, Notre Dame looked awful again in a bowl game. That was their ninth straight bowl loss. Things have not been that bad for the Irish since Oliver Cromwell ran up the score.

Now that was fun.

2007-01-02T15:27:00.000-08:00

If you watched the Fiesta Bowl and you did not enjoy, then you are a sorry person. Even if you are a Sooner fan, I think even as tough as this was, you have to say that it was fun.

That game may be the best game, college or pro played in the last 3 years, maybe even more. Hell I enjoyed it so much I may even download it from I-Tunes.

The game had everything you could want and more. Underdog jumps out to a lead. Builds lead, then favorite comes back with a great come back of it's own to tie, then quickly get a pick for six to take the lead with just over a minute. Then underdog drives down and scores on a hook and ladder play with under ten seconds to play. And to top it, after giving up a TD on the first play of OT, the Underdog wins it by scoring on 4th down and then going for two, and pulling off the Statue of Liberty play. It will be tough to top that.

Kind of puts things into prospective.

2007-01-02T15:17:00.000-08:00

Just when it seemed that seeing the Broncos lose it's way out of the playoffs with a soul crushing loss to the 49ers. It got worse, much worse.

This is a shame no matter who, what, when or where this happens.

The NFC

2006-12-29T12:44:00.000-08:00

Just looking at it and the whole playoff scenario it lead me to suggest that the NFC go from:

National
Football
Conference

to

No
Freaking
Clue

Whoa I have coughed up some better stuff than what could be the fifth and sixth seeds in the NFC.

Mom, the bad UCLA Bruins are back!

2006-12-28T10:23:00.000-08:00

What they hell was that fourth quarter?

Oh Karl.

Hey can you please get this mess cleaned up before next season. Thanks.

The Gutty Little Bruins are back!

2006-12-05T16:15:00.000-08:00

Where the hell have you guys been?

Saturday was great, I should kick myself for not going but I had a chance to do something really cool that day. But I was able to listen to most of the first half and watch the second half. It would have been great to be there and it would have almost topped 1996, but this one is sweet since it screwed USC.

So to the Trojans and their fans, hey you can still go to Glendale, all you have to do is just get on the 110 to the 5. I love seeing you people eat it. Also since you will be playing in the Rose Bowl please don't mess the place up.

It was just so nice to see USC suffer. I had way too much of hearing them crow. Okay sure it was out of spite and I will begrudgingly give respect for what they have accomplished the past few season. I am glad that Karl got this win and that this is the start of the program turning the corner.

What I saw Saturday was the team I had been waiting for, well defensively. The O still has a way to go, but that will be fixed. It was great seeing UCLA as the aggressor. Hitting USC in the mouth and taking USC shots and not wavering. Speaking of that, how about that cheap shot from USC. That guy lead with his helmet and made contact with the QB's helmet. Stinking USC.

Now Karl, go get a bowl win and get this team geared up for 07.

Wow, it is a little dusty hear.

2006-12-01T16:11:00.000-08:00

Well what can I say,

The UCLA Bruins are looking at another possible beating Saturday. I do wish they could just find a way to ruin it for USC. Oh I would love it so, but UCLA does not have the Offense to do much right now. UCLA will play better than last year since I still think they did not show up to play. The score will be close at half and SC will pull away. I know there are many who want Dorrell out, but I am not one of them (well me and sadly many USC fans). I really want him to succeed. He has done a good job in cleaning up Toledo's mess and is starting to build thing, but if he can't find a way to win this one, then he becomes UCLA's Paul Hackett.

The Kings sucks - Only the Coyotes are worse, so I have that at least.

The Lakers - actually may be better than we all thought. NBA title no, 48 wins yes.

Man United - blew a golden chance to put more ground between them and Chelsea by allowing a goal late last Saturday.

The Broncos - Sunday night we may witness a car wreck, but a car wreck that had to happen. I had faith in Jake, but he just does not have it. Jake, right now you not even Brian Griese, hell not even Bubby Brister. Sorry it ended like this Jake, it's Chinatown, Jake. I am still going to hope against hope that Denver finds a way to win Sunday night. They need every win they can get, since next week they go to San Diego and that is just not going to end well for us, but I hope, my power of negative thinking can work to bring the Broncos back.

I will try to get back to delivering the underwhelming sports good to your here at the Sports Shed.

Sorry for the hold up.

2006-11-08T09:13:00.000-08:00

The Blog o' Sports has been neglected of late. I hope to change this when I finish my training.

I hate you Peyton Manning.

2006-10-30T07:58:00.000-08:00

I am sure you are a nice guy, but as a football player, I hate you so very much.

OK, it is time for the Friday Football Bonanza.

2006-10-27T15:01:00.000-07:00

The Two Minute Drill version.

Okay first let me give you ten awful college picks.

Northwestern at Michigan (-30) Last weekend was a rough one for the Cats, but this weekend they will not blow a 35 point lead, or come back from one. Michigan 49 - 10

Notre Dame at Navy (+13) Will the Middies every beat the Irish, even if Navy had their QB they will not. Notre Dame 28 - 13

Oklahoma at Missouri (-1.5) Here is one of the better teams that is flying under the radar. They are not a BCS team, but the Tigers will play in a decent bowl. Tigers 27 - 22

USC at Oregon State (+10.5) The Trojans still keep winning, but it had been ugly. The Beavers will cause some problems but the Trojans will have their W, but not cover. USC 24 - 14

Wake Forest at North Carolina (+8.5) The Demon Deacons 24th in the nation are a bad 2nd half from being unbeaten. Again not a threat for the BCS, but will be playing closer to Jan 1st. Wake Forest 31 - 19

Washington State at UCLA (-1.5) Gut check time UCLA, so if you can finish up retching over last weeks should-have-been-win-but-became-a-loss. Bruins save their season, well until Cal and SC beat on them. UCLA 26 - 24

Tennessee at South Carolina (+3.5) Even without the Tennessee Mascot biting opponents the Vols will get the win, but it is not going to be easy. Tennessee 20 - 16

Texas at Texas Tech (+10.5) Looks like Mack Brown has things chugging along, caught a huge break last week. They keep their BSC hopes alive with a win in Waco. Texas 39 - 17

Florida State at Maryland (+4.5) Don't look now but things are getting ugly in Tallahassee. Bobby, I am looking at my watch and it may be time to go. But that will not matter this week as they beat the Terps. Florida State 21 - 14

Miami at Georgia Tech (-5) And everyone was kung fu fighting, man those. . . oh that was Miami's last game. This week they go to Atlanta. The last time their were there they had their dignity stomped on at the Peach Bowl, by LSU. They meet a team that whacked them last year in Miami. GT will be rambling and the Canes will be the Wreck. Georgia Tech 29 - 17

Okay quick NFL Power Poll Time.

This week since we all the teams back on the charts since now everyone has finally won a game, but don't worry those bottom feeders will lose those spots soon enough.

1. Colts - They get the spot as the Bears were off. Huge game this week at Denver.
2. Bears - They are who we think they are, if you want to crown them, crown their asses.
3. Broncos - Huge game this week, would be nice if the Offense could stop in for a bit.
4. Saints - Sean Payton may be up for coach of the decade with this team.
5. Patriots - Still not the powerhouse, but they win. Huge game Monday night, may be without Seymour
6. Bengals - Now, let us see if they get their swagger back. They still have problems stuffing the run.
7. Giants - Moving up, second straight impressive road win. Now can they beat the team that always gives them fits, themselves.
8. Chargers - Just when you think you got a handle on a team, the next four weeks will be a test. The DB's still suck.
9. Ravens - Problem was not O coordinator it the guys executing the plays that need to be fired.
10. Rams - Tough loss two weeks ago. Now have a shot this week, on the road, against a Charger team that now has issues.
11. Falcons - Big, big win. Though injuries on D may come back to haunt them. Also Vick teases the fans again, he has to give them more of what he showed Sunday.
12. Vikings - Monday night they get the Pats at the dome. They have been better than expected and will show that Monday.
13. Seahawks - What's that about avoiding the Super Bowl Loser curse?
14. Jets - Anyone see that the Jets have a lot of winnable games coming up and could sneak in as a wild card. I know I am shocked myself.
15. Eagles - What should really piss of Eagles fans is not the 62 yard FG to win, but two straight weeks spotting teams big leads.
16. Panthers - Should have won last week, but they a chance to get out their frustrations on the Cowboys.
17. Chiefs - Hold the elevator guys, their might be a chance that the Chiefs got Brodie Croyle this weekend.
18. Jaguars - ????????????????
19. Cowboys - Only here because there are too many that are even worse. Folks it's going to get worse, trust me.
20. Buccaneers - The last three weeks show that this team has some spark, sadly the their records has to include the first two weeks.
21. Steelers - You could make the argument they are better than some teams ahead with better records, but I am not hearing it today.
22. 49ers - Getting better, but they still are lacking talent, especially on the defensive side of the ball.
23. Texans - Two wins and it is not November.
24. Redskins - Two words "Hot Mess"
25. Packers - Beating a NFL team with Joey Harrington does count according to the NFL, but should it?
26. Titans - Fisher may be doing some of his best coaching, sadly he will not be around to see it come to fruition
27. Bills - Happy to have the Sabers taking the spot light.
28. Dolphins - So now can we tone down the Saban is genius talk
29. Browns - If this keeps up, fans may pray that the team is set a blaze, just like the lake was many moons ago.
30. Lions - Just like the last Taurus rolling off the assembly line, Lions fans wish they can see the end of Matt Millen's draft picks.
31. Raiders - Maybe that terrorist it threat did occur, since the Cards and Raiders played, that is the equivalent to a dirty bomb.
32. Cardinals - Phoenix area awaits word if NFL will award them an expansion franchise.

Week 8 Picks

I have not done the research I have wanted to, but here they are.

Atlanta at Cincinnati (-3.5) Both teams looked good in wins, rebounding from some tough losses. Both teams will pound the ball at each other. But the Bengals will be use their speed to contain Vick. They will also get some plays in the passing game since Abraham is out and other dinged. Bengals 30 - 20

Tampa Bay at New York Giants (-9) It is Barber vs. Barber! The Bucs have played well the last three weeks, but they will be in the cold playing against a team that will terrorize their rookie QB. Now the key is, will Giants show up and play like favorites. I say yes. Giants 25 - 13

San Francisco at Chicago (-16) 16 points, the Bears are good and the Niners are rough around the edges, but 16. The Super Bowl hypes will begin it march after this weekend, but the Bears do not cover 16, the Niners still remember last year. Bears 24 - 17

Jacksonville at Philadelphia (-7.5) Questions are swirling about Leftwich. Hey even with Garrard the Jags have problems on offense. The Eagles will take advatage of the Jags injuries on D to get the W. Eagles 28 - 10

Seattle at Kansas City (-4) Seneca Wallace vs Brodie Croyle now that is an epic battle, if it was week 2 of the preseason. Sad to say, but this would be a cake walk if Huard was playing. I like the home team, the have a running back. Cheifs 23 - 14

Houston at Tennessee (-3) I wonder if there was no gambling or fantasy football, would they even play this game. Titans 26 - 16

Baltimore at New Orleans (-1.5) The Saints will get a huge test this week. They face a great Raven D, so this week it is on the D to get them short fields and make life miserable for the Ravens. Saints 20 - 17

Arizona at Green Bay (-4) These two teams would not even be in the running for playoff spots in the CFL. Packers 35 - 24

St. Louis at San Diego (-9.5) What looked like an easy game could be a trap game for the Chargers. They do have Merriman this week, but the Rams can throw the ball if they have to. I like the Rams, hell I like them to win. Rams 24 - 20

New York Jets at Cleveland (-2) How is Cleveland even favored? Jets 27 - 16

Pittsburgh at Oakland (+9) This game used to conger images of some epic battles. This week it congers up a Steelers road win. Steelers 31 - 17

Dallas at Carolina (-6) Cowboys made right move going to Romo. He gets sacked 5 times this weekend, not 8 like Bledsoe would have. Panthers 26 - 13

Indianapolis at Denver (-3) As much as I have had a good feeling about Denver this week. It only means they will get beat. The Colts will make it a long afternoon for Denver and the calls for Cutler will be at a fever pitch. Colts 31 - 10

Monday Night

New England at Minnesota (+2) This will not be a cakewalk for the Pats, in fact I think the Vikes pull an upset. The reason being is the Pats will not be able to run it and the Vikes will make enough plays on D to thwart New England. Also if Seymour is out, I think the Vikes will be able to grind it out on that D. Vikes 19 - 16

Okay, I may come back and change things so don't too attached.

Washout

2006-10-26T15:21:00.000-07:00

So Game 4 was a washout, things do not look so rosy tonight, so someone could become Mr. November, or December . . .

Again nothing like baseball and freezing temps.

World Series Update

2006-10-25T14:48:00.000-07:00

Well the Redbirds came out with their ace and took Game 2.

Chris Carpenter was brilliant, the Tigers looked like Karen Carpenter looking for a meal. Sure they were looking, but they ended up with nothing.

I think if the Tigers could have it back, they would have tried to get the DP in the 4th.

The Tigers have looked awful at the plate this series so far. There are too many Tigers hold a hefty .000 averages.

Zumaya zuthrewa the game away in the 7th.

It is still good baseball, but think how much more entertaining it would be if the players could feel their hands and feet.

If it gets any colder then Fox will break out their track-a-puck technology.

Hey, I didn't know Prisonbreak was on Fox.

If the Tigers win, do think Jeremy Bonderman or anyone in the Tigers organization will crank call Billy Beane about Moneyball.

Speaking of Bonderman he is up against the NLCS MVP Suppan to Nuts. On the frozen tundra of Busch Stadium.

Hey, I didn't know they sold Budweiser at Busch.

I think this may be even beyond Hawkeye's skill.

2006-10-24T15:24:00.000-07:00

As crazy as Week # 7 was in the NFL, it was also a brutal week for many teams injury wise. There were quite a few big injuries, that along with guys who are already banged up, it is a wonder how teams even have enough guys to dress on Sunday. Yes they earn huge bucks, and they know what they are going into, but the amount of pain an NFL player endures is staggering.

Some of the big names will be out of action. Some for a couple weeks, some for the season. Take a look you see it's a who's who. The one omission is Drew Bledsoe who feelings are hurt.

From the Chared Remains

2006-10-24T11:34:00.000-07:00

Let me now finish up the post mortem on my Weak # 7 picks.

Denver at Cleveland (+4.5) My pick Denver 19 Cleveland 12 Reality Denver 17 - 7. W (W) The Broncos do it again, if it was not for a Plummer Int in the 4th, the Broncos had a shot at another game without giving up a TD. The D was lights out again, it not only knock around the Browns, but it knocked out it's Offensive Coordinator. Even as great as the performance was the O is still worrisome. Jake had two picks, they dropped another TD pass and had to settle for 3. This will not be enough to beat the likes of the Colts who roll into Denver this week. To make things worse, they lose their left tackle for the year. So Christmas is coming early for Freeney, Brock and Mathis. This weekend 17 points is not going to do it. The Offense has to get them points and put pressure on the Colts Defense which has been a weak link. They need to grind them up in the high altitude. But they are 5 -1 and on top of the division, so things are not dire. The next few weeks we see what the Broncos are made of. The Browns may need to be put down by a vet.

Minnesota at Seattle (-6.5) My pick Seattle 27 - 17 Reality Minnesota 31 - 13 L (L) I hate you Seattle, I hate you. Thanks to you, my roto team is screwed. First Alexander and now Hassleback. You better pray that Robbie Gould kicks 9 FG's a game or I am coming for blood. Wow, the Vikes took it to the Seachickens. The Seahawks were in this game till Hasselback went down and then the Vikes were off. Seneca Wallace didn't look so hot. The Vikes are a legit playoff team. It can play some D and they grind out the yards. If they can get more efficient, then the Bears need to keep the foot on the pedal because the Vikes will be there if the Bears some how fall over themselves. Now the Seachickens will have to get through one week without both of their stars, and two more with out Hassleback. They go to KC, home for a Bye/Oakland and St. Louis, so what seemed a lock for a division repeat may now become a panicked run for a wildcard.

Arizona at Oakland (+1.5) My pick Arizona 19 - 10 Surreality Oakland 22 - 9. L (L)From it get worse department. The Cardinals go from the embarrassment of losing a 20 point lead at home, to an embarrassing loss to the worst team in football. Looking at this game, you have to ask, are there really any winners here. I don't think so. This pick was one of my dumbest yet.

New York Giants at Dallas ( -3.5) My Pick Dallas 23 -30 Reality Giants 36 - 22. L (W) I said the Giants would cover, but I feel covered in dog shit for picking the Cowboys. I looks like Romo era has begun, and not too well by the looks of it. It was not pretty. He had some moments, but there were some bad throws. Not as bad as Bledsoe's throw in the 2nd. Drew WTF? Even I know that you do not make that throw. How that throw did not kill Parcells amazes me, or that he did not kill Bledsoe is also a mystery. So it is a good day for the Cowboy haters of the world as they eagerly watch this bus driving toward the cliff. As for the G-Men, they hold first place for now. The team that was ready to kill each other after the Seahawk game seem to finding a rhythm.

So Weak Seven goes into the books as:

4 - 9 SU
4 - 9 ATS

Oh wait I there was a bit of sunshine on this weekend. Looking at my college picks I did better.

9 - 1 SU
5 - 5 ATS

Now let us look at the big board for the totals.

College

44 - 12 SU (67%)

22 - 21 - 3 ATS (41%)

NFL

65 - 35 SU (65%)

40 - 55 - 5 ATS (40%)

Why are these looking more like my English grades.

Week #7

2006-10-23T15:07:00.000-07:00

Sorry I could not get my picks to you sooner. Looking at them maybe it was for the best. But it is weeks like this that make me say,"I LOVE THE NFL". Just when you think you have a handle on things, they take a totally different turn. Come on a 62 yard field goal to win, at sea level, that is nuts! Oh do I love this game so. I know I would be bemoaning if it was the Broncos losing a game like that, but seriously it was an entertaining weekend. The scary thing is I didn't even watch any of it. If I had, my brain would have melted.

Now let us look at me and my supposed football knowledge. Here are my picks I had researched and plotted out as of late Saturday afternoon.

San Diego at Kansas City (+5) My Pick San Diego 28 - 13. Reality Kansas City 30 - 27. L (L) Well I would have loved to known that Lights out was going to be sitting in the penalty box for the next four games. But I did not look at that the Chiefs are 19-6 at home the last 3 years and 14-9-1 ATS. But the Chiefs were desperate and again we see that the Chargers can't cover people. Now with Merriman out and a couple of other injuries the Chargers now have some issues. Also it looks like the Chargers are having problems springing L.T. He did catch and throw a TD, but he still has yet to get 100 yards rushing. L.J. on the other hand did show up and let the Chargers know it. If you wanted to see TE's you got it here. The only thing that topped them was what happened in Atlanta.

Pittsburgh at Atlanta (+2.5) My pick Pittsburgh 27 - 19 Reality Atlanta 41 - 38 OT. L (L) It is this game that will make me want to blow up Time Warner Cable. Since I don't have the NFL Network I will not be able to watch the replay of this. Shame on you Time Warner, shame. This game reminds me of the Simpson's episode (Homer the Heretic) Except from The Simpson Archive

Homer turns on the television, only to be disappointed that it's a discussion show.

" We interrupt this public affairs program in order to bring you a football game."

Homer polishes off a bag of chips as he watches the football game.

"Oh, Doctor! A 98-yard triple-reverse ties the score at 63--63! We have seen nothing but razzle-dazzle here today, three visits from Morganna the Kissing Bandit, and the surprising return of Jim Brown!"

That sums it up. Vick throwing for 4 TD's and not one of those was an INT being taken back for six. Take that L.T., maybe we will have Qb controversy at Brisco High. Big Ben throws for three scores. Gets knocked out, then Batch comes in and gets two himself, including one late to get them tied. Ward getting three scores, one without a shoe. Alge Crumpler, crumpling DB's all over the field. You would have thought that the Steelers where trying to tackle both Crumpler's (come on you forgot about Carlston). Then the end of regulation where they make the kick, but does not count. Which leads to a miss, but a penalty that moves it closer for one more shot. And that one is missed by a player who roomed with Otto Graham. Then the Steelers get a shot, but lose that opportunity to the penalty that the Rams thought should have occurred last weekend. Sorry I have to take some Dramamine I am getting woozy. It is a game though I think both teams fans should not be too happy with. The Steelers gained 500 yards and lost, thanks to costly turnover that the Falcons made them pay for. Now the Super Bowl Champs are 2 - 5 and it is not getting any easier from here on it. Falcon fans, until Vick does this week in and week out he will constantly tease you. They did a better job stopping the run, but giving up half a k, does not bode well.

Green Bay at Miami (-4.5) My pick Miami 23 - 17. Reality Green Bay 34 - 24. L (L) Joey Harrington throws it 62 times, of course you are going to lose. But Miami you were winning this game at half and you have Ronnie Brown, and you let Joey throw it. Surprise, surprise he throws three INT's, and one of those was returned for a TD. It is bad times for the Miami football teams. Green Bay congrats you beat someone who worse than you and they did most of the work for you.

New England at Buffalo (+5.5) My pick New England 23 - 20. Reality New England 28 - 6 W (L) Even when I win I lose. I thought this Buffalo team would at least show up and give the Pats problems like they did not opening day. Nope, the only trouble they game the Pats was that of Boredom. Though the Pats losing Seymour for any amount of time will hurt. The Bills just look lost right now. The Pats aren't getting style points, but they keep winning.

Jacksonville at Houston (+9.5) My pick Jacksonville 20 - 16. Reality Houston 27 - 7 ! L (W) Okay I thought that the Texans would cover the points, I did not expect them to drop an anvil on them. The Jags lack of a big play target kills them. That along with the Jekly and Hyde personality they have will keep them from being a threat to get to the Super Bowl. They are kind of like a defensive minded version old Atalnta Hawks of the late 80's worlds of talent, but they just put it together for extended periods of time. The Texans have won two games, and it's week 7. See they didn't need Reggie Bush.

Detroit at New York (-3.5) My pick New York 20 - 17 Reality New York 31 - 24 W (L) I had faith in the Jets, but not enough. The scrappy Jets are over .500. They did the right thing with the draft. Going with Ferguson and the steal, Mangold was the right way. Now if Pennington can stay upright, they have may get back sooner than later, but these are the Jets and disaster is always around the corner. Lions try to take solice in that they are not the worst team in the NFL.

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay (+5)My pick Philadelphia 31 - 20 Reality Tampa Bay 23 - 20. L (L) I think the man who pens Fortress of Pillows put it best on how most Eagles fans feel today, "62 yard kick in the groin". To see the team make huge play to get the lead back late to lose it on that. I am still shaking my head, he cleared that by a couple of yards, and he did at sea level. This the same man who Giant fans hated, comes up with this. But then if Donovan was not throwing passes to the Barber who not retiring then maybe they are not in this situation. Also, Donovan pre-game nachos never are good idea.

Carolina at Cinncinati (-3.5) My pick Carolina 24 - 20 Reality Cinncinati 17 - 14. L (W) Jake, why did you go all Plummer and throw that INT. Well it looks like the Panthers are doing what they do best. I know they were the underdog, but this was a game they should have won and they didn't. This team is taking the Saints old mantle of team who you can never trust. The Bengals got out with a win. Hey, gutsy call on fourth and 1, late in the game. You better be glad it worked, because there would be problems with this team if they had slipped 3 - 3. Do they rebound and play like what the experts expect? Well will see.

Washington at Indianapolis (-9) My pick Indianapolis 29 - 21 Reality Indianapolis 36 - 22. W (L) Well it looks like the Colts giving up a 2nd for Booger worked out for them. Since they were down another DL he helped. The Skins again fall over themselves. I think the 15 play drive, down 33 - 14, where they missed a FG sums up their day. There last two drives were that 15 play one in the 3rd and a 14 play drive that got them a late touchdown. Guys you needs scores and you need them quick. Even against a cover 2 you have to move the ball up the field. Take some chances. But hey, you are the Redskins, it is all about winning in the off season.

Well I am looking at my watch I have to book it out of here. I will finish this up tomorrow. But before I go here is my Monday Night Pick.

New York Giants at Dallas (-3.5) This one will be close, I think the Cowboys eek it out, the Giants cover, but Bledsoe holds the dogs off for one more week. Dallas 23 - 20.

World Serious

2006-10-23T10:36:00.000-07:00

So the 2006 Fall Classic has started and after two games we are even.

Game One Notes

The biggest stage and they both trot out rooks. The result, the kid with the flat brim was great, the kid with the howitzer was not.

So the National League teams can win world series games. The White Sox would have not allowed it.

Don't throw Albert Puljos strikes, plain and simple.

Well it is not a Cardinals/Tiger World Series unless the Cards win game one. (1934, 1968 and 2006)

Rolen and LaRussa may not be speaking, but Rolen is speaking with that bat. How he is playing with that shoulder is beyond me.

Game 2

The Tigers tie it up. They did what they have done all year, win with pitching and a couple of big hits.

The whole Kenny Rogers thing may be blown out of proportion, but I think Kenny is full of crap though. I think the umps should have done something. Because if he did have pine tar then he is done for the game and series. That is all clearly stated in rule 8.02. I just can't believe LaRussa did not go nuts. Your team is playing for the World Series you have to go and make the umps check. It could have served two purposes. One to get Kenny kicked out the game for doing some illegal. Two, you get in his head. The guy is a hot head and he can be taken out of his comfort zone. But Tony you didn't and it may come back to haunt you. Maybe you feared that if you came out and to argue that someone was using illegal substances that you would be struck by lighting since you never knew McGwire and Canseco were roiding.

I do not know what was hit harder, Craig Monroe's homer, or the hands of his team mates when he got back to the dugout?

Carlos Guillen, with a big night. He a guy many see as a budding superstar. I will withhold judgement.

More Rogers B.S. - clump of dirt my ass, your job is using your hands, you should know that you have dirt on it. Also remember to get your story or stories straight before you talk to the press. Now it looks like you were cheating through the playoffs. They have seen that "clump of dirt" on your hand in the other series. I hate you Kenny, I hate you. The thing is Kenny, if you are throwing lights out, many will now question you and your abilities. I hope you get caught.

The Cards waited a little too long to finally get things going. They almost got to Jones in the 9th.

So now we wait for game 3 on Tuesday it will be Robertson vs Carpenter. Should be a good one.

Kenny Rogers.

2006-10-23T10:19:00.000-07:00

Professional Cheater!

I am not a fan of that camera throwing, hot head. You are a cheating bastard and I hate your chicken.

Cheater, cheater, cheater!

Boski's College Football Picks of Doom.

2006-10-19T15:17:00.000-07:00

I have done no studying on college this week so I suggest that you not even look at them, since they may force you to pick them and lose.

Texas at Nebraska (+5) I like the Longhorns to roll Texas 30 -20

Alabama at Tennessee (-11) When the season ends the Vols will kick themselves for that home loss to Florida. Tennessee 28 - 14

Oregon at Washington (+3.5) Ugly jersey's will avoid a let down. Oregon 31 - 19

Oregon State at Arizona (+2.5) Arizona is always just around the corner. Well that must be a big freaking corner since they still have not arrived. Oregon State 23 - 18

Georgia Tech at Clemson (-7) Every time I turn my back on GT they bite me in the ass, but Death Valley is not an easy place to win, unless you play NCAA College Football 2005. Tigers 29 - 19

Iowa at Michigan (-13) All the talk that Iowa is sleeper died last week in Bloomington. At the end of this one they will wish they were put to sleep. Michigan 30 - 14

Washington at Cal (-23) The Bears will try to run it up on everybody here on in. They hope that and any kind of win vs USC will give them a shot at a BCS game. They are not the team that got crushed by the Vols, who are a good team themselves. Cal 45 - 21

Wisconsin at Purdue (+6) A big game for both. Winner has a inside track on 3rd place and decent bowl. I like what the Badgers have been doing and they will get the road win. Wisconsin 28 - 20

Ohio State at Indiana (-30) Being head football coach at Indiana is tough gig. The current coach just fought a brain tumor. Look what it did to Lee Corso, left him brain dead. But I think Hoeppner may get this team to a point where it competes. Sure I should not be too caught up in them beating maybe a over hyped Iowa team, but I think they will give the Buckeye's fits. Buckeyes win, but not by 30. Ohio State 39 - 25

Boski's Game of Day

UCLA at Notre Dame (-13.5) I heart tells me this is when UCLA goes off script and plays well. But my head tells me that things are not going to work out this weekend. UCLA has a chance to get the college spotlight on it for a little while if it can win at South Bend. Show it's a national program not just USC whipping post. But right now they maybe on QB#3 this weekend. But I think they will cover this week, but that is not much consolation. Notre Dame 24 - 17

Thursday Football Spectacular!

2006-10-19T11:55:00.000-07:00

Since I am going to be on the road tomorrow I have to give you all the football today. Unless I get time tonight.

So first off, lets see the rankings.

#1. Chicago Bears (Last week #1 - NC) The Bears escape the desert with the win, barely. (Up Next - Bye)

#2. Indianapolis Colts (Last week #2 - NC) Considering how the underwhelming the Bears were, the Colts almost move up. (Up Next - # 26 Washington)

#3. San Diego Chargers (Last week #5 - Up 2) They are a bad fourth quarter from being #1. I think they maybe the best team in the NFL. (Up Next at #22 Kansas City)

#4. Denver Broncos (Last week # 3 - Down 1) Again they hold a team with out a TD, but only score 13 against the Raiders. That is cause for losing points in the polls. (Up Next at #23 Cleveland)

#5. New England Patriots (Last week # 4 - Down 1) Only move down since the Chargers are playing well. Well it must be mid-season the Pats are fighting injuries in the secondary. (Up Next at #28 Buffalo)

#6. Seattle Seahawks (Last week #6 - Up 1) They scratched out a tough win. They caught a break with the penalty, but if they had not put the ball on the carpet it would have not come to that. (Up Next vs. #20 Minnesota)

#7. Carolina Panthers (Last week #13 - Up 6) They are back. Just shooting up the charts. Steve Smith is not of this world. (Up Next - #12 Cincinnati)

#8. New Orleans Saints (Last week #11 - Up 3) They have a tough road ahead, but this team will make the playoffs (Up Next - Bye)

#9. Philadelphia Eagles (Last Week #6 - Down 3) Jacksonville Jaguars (Last Week #

#10. Jacksonville Jaguars (Last week #12 - Up 2) This season is strange when teams on byes can move so much. (Up Next - at Unranked Houston)

#11. New York Giants (Last Week #17 - Up 6) I hate doing this, but if they do what they did in Atlanta then there is hope. Give the ball to Tiki and good things happen. Keep doing it, he may not be around much longer (Up Next at #12 Dallas)

#12. Dallas Cowboys (Last Week #16 - Up 4) Huge game this week and if they screw this one up. Bill Parcells will be the one yelling, "why am I here?" (Up Next vs. #11 New York Giants)

#13. Pittsburgh Steelers (Last Week #19 - Up 6) Even all the name calling and hair pulling the Chiefs did not stop the Steelers from pounding them. (Up Next at #14 Atlanta)

#14. Atlanta Falcons (Last Week # 7 - Down 7) That second half looked a lot like what happened last year. (Up Next vs. Pittsburgh)

#15. St. Louis Rams (Last Week #14 - Down 1) They had this one, but let it get through. I have a feeling the rules committee is going to make changes because what happened at this end of the game (Up Next Bye)

#16. Cincinnati Bengals (Last Week #10 - Down 7) This team has some serious problems up front. They can not protect Palmer and he starting to look a little gun shy. Also they need to run the ball if they hope to get back on track. (Up Next vs. #7 Carolina)

#17. Baltimore Ravens (Last Week #9 - Down 8) Brian you may want to save some time and throw yourself under the next bus. (Up Next Bye)

#18. Minnesota Vikings (Last Week #15 - Down 3) They slide far for a bye, mostly because I am nuts. They have to do better in the Red Zone if they want to have a shot at the playoffs. (Up Next at # 6 Seattle)

#19. New York Jets (Last Week # 25 - Up 6) I really should not be bumbling them up after nearly Cardinaling the game to the Dolphins (Up Next vs. #25 Detroit)

#20 Ohio State Buckeyes (Last week # 23 Up 3) Another week of this and they will be the best team in the state of Ohio, by a mile (Up Next - Buckeye punished for being over the cap)

#21. Michigan Wolverines (Last Week #NR - Up 12) If the Lions had not won this week, they would have been the 3rd best team in Michigan (Up Next - Try to distance themselves from the Lions)

#22. Kansas City Chiefs (Last Week #18 - Down 4) You pull a guys hair, you are going to get the score run up on you.

#23. Cleveland Browns (Last Week # 26 - Up 3) They may be the most loyal fans, I wonder if the research data also shows that the area is home to high number of masochists (Up Next vs. #4 Denver)

#24. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Last Week # 28 - Up 4) Gradkowski is Polish for Major Applewhite (Up Next vs. #9 Philadelphia)

#25 Detroit Lions (Last Week #31 - Up 6!) They won? Really (Up Next at #19 New York)

#26. Tennessee Titans (Last Week #30 Up 4) They are bad, but you can see that they are trying to do something (Up Next Bye)

#27. San Francisco 49ers (Last Week #22 - Down 5) They hung in until the 2nd half and then the Chargers got mad (Up Next Bye)

#28. Buffalo Bills (Last Week # 21 - Down 7) I know the Lions have been close and are better than their record, but still. (Up Next vs. #5 New England)

#29. Miami Dolphins (Last Week #27 - Down 2) They are not playing Dolphin safe football. It looks like it getting worse now that Culpepper my be out the rest of the year and he a little pissed. My suggestion, don't let him get on a boat right now (Up Next vs. #32 Green Bay)

#30. Washington Redskins (Last Week #20 Down 10) If Skins fans were looking to pay loads of cash for big buck marginal football, then they are getting a return on that investment. This team keeps sinking in the standings. Mr Snyder might be able to look down on them. (Up Next at #2 Indianapolis)

#31. USC Trojans (Last Week - UR - Up 2) Global Warming to blame so many bad NFL teams. (Up Next - Fighting to keep the Raiders out of L.A.0

#32. Green Bay Packers (Last Week #32 - UC) Something smells here and it ain't the cheese. (Up Next at #29 Miami)

Others Receiving Votes

Houston Texans (Last Week # 24 - Down By Contact) I wonder if Charlie Casserly could every step foot in Houston again. (Up Next - vs. #10 Jacksonville)

Oakland Raiders (Last Week #116 - up 1) Again Al you made the right move firing Shanahan and going with Art. (up next vs #117 Arizona)

Arizona Cardinals (Last Week #117 - down a lot) Sure the Raiders are the worst team in NFL, but after Monday Night's blow chunk fest you get to taste the back of my ranking hand. (Up Next at #117 Oakland)

So let's go over how we got here.

2006-10-17T15:56:00.000-07:00

An interesting past few days in sports.

First off baseball. I hate to say that there is no truth to the rumor that I have been doing a rain dance to hold up the World Series. It is not a part of my feindious plot to not have a World Series played so I can keep saying that the White Sox were the last team to be World Champions. I wish I had thought of it.

But it looks like the Tigers will have some rust on them as they will be waiting a full week in between games. Again that is if the Mets and Cards actually get to play.

Speaking of the NL, I am surprised that this series is going as it had. Last night the Cards showed they are still up for the challenge. They got to Glavine who had their number in game #1. Also to get back up after Sunday's fiasco is taking away from the awful taste that was how they finished this season. They got a great performance from Weaver who showed the toughness that many felt he lacks, by holding the Mets at bay, after surrendering two runs in the 4th. They had chances to blow it wide open but did not capitalize, thankfully it did not bite them in the ass last night. Today the teams head back to Flushing for game 6. It is all set up for the Cardinals they send their ace as the Mets trot out Maine who has lost already in this series. So that means, since I feel good about the Redbirds chances that the Mets will win the next two.

Other baseball news.

Stay away from Juan Uribe's Jeep if you know what is good for you. Oh Juan, what the hell are you doing?

Ken Macha you just lead the A's to their first series win in 16 years. Where are you going? That's right, unemployment. Go figure that one out. Well as we have seen if you a good manager, you better suck up to the GM. Girardi now Macha fired, while Torre keeps his job because Cashman is in his corner.

So the Cubs don't take Giradi they take Lou Pinella. Wow Lou, the Cubs are going to pay you that much. Now you can give Steve Lyons his wallet back. He needs the cash. Oh wait I have just been fired from Fox for that joke. Lou I hope your time back in the dugout will be a fruitful as your stint with the Devil Rays. I am so praying that he shows that he now as dumb of a manager as he was doing commentary for Fox. Lou is coming and he wants A-Rod. That sentence sounded really sleazy didn't it. Sorry about that. Now it looks like the Trib may pour out cash to get him. One problem guys. Who are going to give up and who going to pitch. If A-Rod comes to Chicago as a Cub. I do hope that the Sox win another title again, so life will be miserable for the Cubs even more.

I think the Padres are being dumb in letting Bochy go. It is not his fault they don't win in the playoff. You asking the guy to win a knife fight with a nerf football. Give the guy some more weapons to work with and he will win.

Hey I told you stay away from Juan's jeep.

Hockey

The Kings suck.

College Football

When Miami and Florida International meet it is always a war. Thankfully this year Miami Dade Country Police and UN Peacekeepers where able to come it and calm things down. If you have not seen it well then that is just sad. And if you have seen less than 40 times well look again. (Deadspin) Stay Classy Lamar. You will need to now that you lost your job. So it looks like about 3,278 players past present and future were suspended for various lengths of time. I will say I have not seen Don Stock run around like that at the Orange Bowl in long time.

The BCS rankings are out and I don't care. Sure they make for great controversy but the system is screwed up and they have not figured it out after all these years. I going to keep watching, but don't talk to be about the rankings until we are deep into November.

UCLA had it's dignity stomped on for 3 quarters. They made it less of beating by holding the Ducks to 8 points in the second half and getting two late TD's. Carl, I love you, but this team has to make progress. Nothing will say that more than a win this week. Do that and you put UCLA back on the national scene. A big road game, come on, it is time to invoke the Gutty Little Bruins. So please have these guys ready to play for four quarters.

NFL

Okay seriously the Bidwells must have done something really heinous to deserve all the bad karma. What do they have to do. You do not blow 20 point leads folks, when the other team has turned the ball over 6 times. And boy is Denny pissed. The game should have been over when they made their last pick. 5 minutes and change up 13, game over. Nope the Cardinals gave their fans the bird with what happened. I think the fumble was not the best call in the world, but that happens. Also a word to Edge. Hey buddy you asked for the ball late and you did nothing with it. What 37 carries for 58 yards. Edge the line sucks, but you are stealing money right now. The other thing that boggles my mind was the punt return. It makes me ask the question. Did any of the Cardinals stay on the field after the ball was kicker? To me that seems the only logical explanation why a guy returns the ball up the gut un-touched. THAT IS WHY YOU STAY IN YOUR LANES! When you break the special teams cardinal rule you get burned. The saddest part of all it is that the Cardinals could have won it. When Mr. Auto-Matic 2005 misses a 41 yarder. Oh wait it gets sadder, the Cards fire their O-coordinator, even though I think he called a good game. But they are laying the blame of the O-Line on someone, and he the guy who gets the sucker punch.

But he shouldn't worry, he can hang out with Fassell, who got thrown under the bus by his good friend Brian Billick. Fassell has said that there are too many generals and not enough soldiers. It may even be why Boller sucks since he hears three different things to do. That will f' with you. You had a staff of Billick, Fassell and Neuheisel. That to me is, "too much info running through my head". Oh sorry, I went all Police on you there.

Sorry if this entry is more hackneyed than others.

Another weekend that shows why Vegas loves me.

2006-10-17T10:55:00.000-07:00

I keep sliding into the morass of awful.

So on the college front I hit a few.

Wisconsin beat the bejebus out of the Gophers W (W)

Nebraska got its 800 win, which I think about 200 of those came against K State in the 70's and 80's since they used to beat on them so bad it counted for two wins. W (W)

Ohio State beat on the Spartans W (W)

I was right about the Scarlett Knights, but I did not see them put up a shutout. But things like that happen when you break the leg of the opposing QB. W (W)

Now let us look at where I went wrong.

USC did not destroy the Sun Devils. If ASU had forget they were ASU they could have pulled this one out. Will the Trojans just lose so they can go nuts and overreact. I am sick of the "we are not winning by enough crap". Hey wins are wins, you take them how you can get them. So shut it. But this team has problems and someone is going to exploit it. I just hope it will be the Bruins. W (L)

Oregon did win, and made the Bruins look awful in that first half, but the neither team covered. Yeah UCLA you play like that next week the Irish will bury you, so clean it up wont you? W (P)

The Beavers beat on the Huskies. That is the last time I speak up for you Ty. L (L)

Florida season of destiny got eaten by Tigers. They could still play for the BCS title, but they will have to win out and hope for a couple of teams to lose. But then this is the BCS and something stupid that will happen and again we will scream for a tournament, which we will never get. L (L)

This week's college results:

SU: 6 - 2
ATS: 4-3-1

College totals

SU: 35-11 76%
ATS: 22-21-3 47%

Now to the Pros

Let me say not my best week.

Rams 28 - 23 - Well the Seahawks showed they may have issues, but they are still a good club. The Rams had this one and they let it go. Let's see what happens when they come back after the bye. We will see what they are made of. L (W) Final Score Seattle 30 -27

Bills 20 - 14 - So Buffalo, this is how you reward my faith. I am so disappointed. L (L) Final Score Detroit 20 - 17

Bengals 28 - 13 - Alright the roughing the passer and the Bucs TD are sketchy, but why were they even that close. Who Dey, Who Dey going to underachieve? L (L) Final Score Tampa Bay 14 - 13

Panthers 17 - 13 - Ravens get punched in the mouth again. Steve Smith again terrorizes a secondary. The Ravens lose even though Boller somehow threw three TD's. Weren't all those tipped? Today it gets worse for the Ravens, as they fire the Offensive Coordinator. It looks like the S.S. Raven is taking on water. W (W) Final Score Carolina 23 - 21

Cowboys 29 - 14 - T.O. three scores as the Cowboys beat up the Texans after a half of just toying with them. Even though they won, you can here the ticking. W (W) Final Score Dallas 34 - 6

Falcons 21 - 18 - Ron Mexico what are we to do with you and now the amazing disappearing run defense. In this battle of sckitzo team the Giants take it to the Birds. L (L) Final Score New York 27 - 14

Eagles 27 - 25 - Those amazing Saints do it again. The Eagles came out flat, they still had their chances though. But the Saints show something by taking the ball and playing keep away till the end when they kicked the winner. That never happened under Haslett or even Diddly Poo Mora. As someone rightly said, "the Saints should not be a home dog again this year". I agree. L (W) Final Score New Orleans 27 - 24

Redskins 23 - 17 - Great job Chainsaw Dan, I do appreciate the help in getting the Broncos a better draft pick. You should be ashamed that you make those people pay all that money to watch that. I will say that Vince did a decent job and they again ran the ball well. L (L) Final Score Tennessee 25 - 22

Steeler 24 - 21 - Alright the Steelers are better than we had seen and the Cheifs are worse. To top it off they have become a bunch of sissy hair pullers. Do that again and Troy beats you silly. W (L) Final Score Pittsburgh 45 - 7

Jets 23 - 16 - Were the Jets giving us a sneak peak at what to expect on Monday night. A team nearly blows a big second half lead and wins it on a missed FG. W (W) Final Score New York 20 - 17

Bolts 31 - 17 - The Niners were actually holding there own for a little while, but then the Chargers dropped the hammer. I think Marty is playing with fire. Sure they were throwing late, but they had LT in there too long. Yes he got four scores, but that does not mean anything if he is hurt down the stretch. Yes, they could get by with Turner, but do you really want to find out. W (W) Final Score San Diego 48 - 19

Broncos 35 - 12 - Awwww, another win over the Raiders. The D played great but the offense is trouble some. They are not moving the ball very well, especially throw the air and that will come back and bite them in the ass. But the do what they need to win. W (L) Final Score Denver 13 - 3

Bears 28 - 7 - I still can not believe I saw what I saw last night. The Bears turn it over 6 times and win. They turned the ball over with 5 plus minutes and down 13 and they won! The Cards are doomed, plain and simple. Who did they piss off to deserve this. I do think they got jobbed on the fumble, he was stopped and the whistle should have blown, but that happens. Then they still had a chance to win this one and they miss the FG. This job is going to kill Dennis Green. W (L) Final Score Chicago 24 - 23

So the results are:

SU: 7 - 6
ATS: 6 - 7

Season Totals:

SU: 61 - 26 70%
ATS: 36 - 46 - 5 41%

October baseball report Friday October 13.

2006-10-13T16:22:00.000-07:00

Well the League Championship Series started and it looks like we know who will be playing in the Series.

Even though it was only game one. The Cardinals blew a great start by Weaver. Well they did not blow it, he did make a mistake to Beltran, but they way Glavine was going the Cards were screwed. Tonight game will determine if this series is over in 4 or goes 6. Carpenter is their ace and even with the Mets trot out it will be equal to Reyes and Suppan to Nuts. If the Cards are allowed to bat Puljos twice every inning, then they have a shot.

The American League it is already 2-0 Detroit as the A's come to Detroit. Where the weather report indicated that the infield will be dragged by a Zamboni machine. So that does not bode well for the A's . They had their shot in Game 2. They got the lead early and then blew it. To make it worse was they had shots, but like game 1 they squandered them. I think the Tigers win the next two and makes Detroit that it is Detroit and that the Lions play there.

LETS GET READY TO GET READY!

2006-10-13T14:14:00.000-07:00

It is Friday and since I do hardly any blogging on the weekends, it is time for the football picks.

So it is back to school

Minnesota at Wisconsin (-8) I will take the Badgers who have been scoring just as much as their band has. (Deadspin) Badgers 41 - 23

Ohio State at Michigan State (+15) Last two times the Spartans played a #1 ranked Ohio State team they won, but that is not happening this time. Slaps for everyone wearing green. Buckeye 30 - 18

Arizona State at Southern Cal (-19) The past couple of times the Sun Devils have ventured to the Coliseum bad, bad things happen. Sad to say it will continue. Trojans 44 - 20

Rutgers at Navy (-1) Show of hands. How thought this game would have one team ranked. Okay who thought that ranked team would be Rutgers. I thought so. I will take the new eastern powerhouse. Scarlett Knights 28 - 24

Oregon State at Washington (-9) So Ty Willingham does knows what he is doing. For a team many saw with very little talent has played extremely well. This week they get to bash some pumpkins. Huskies 26 - 14

Nebraska at Kansas State (-11) Huskers get their first win in Manhattan since 1996 and the programs 800th. Huskers 30 - 21

UCLA at Oregon (-10) Bruins walk into a hornets nest. A hornets nest filled with ugly looking green and gold hornets. The Bruins D will keep it in the game but the Ducks will want to avenge last weeks loss. Ducks win but Bruins cover. 28 - 20

Game of Day

Florida at Auburn (-1) This game will be the one that tells us if it maybe Florida that on a path to Phoenix. They face a Tigers team that stepped in some hogshit last weekend. I think Florida will eek out a win. Gators 19 - 14

NFL WEEK #6

Seattle at St. Louis (+3.5) One of the marque match ups this week. A huge test for both teams. We see if the Hawks can win with out Alexander. For the Rams, they try to make the statement that they are for real. If the birds drops this one, do not be surprised if they make inquires to teams about RB's. This I think the Rams will surprise and win. That along with the Seachickens being 5-10-1 ATS in their last 16 road games. The Rams will do enough to slow down the 4WR's and pound the Hawks with Jackson. Rams will cover and I think they will even win. Rams 28 - 23

Buffalo at Detroit (+1) This one may not be for the faint of heart. It is week two of the Dick Juron Trip Down Memory Lane Tour. Will the real Bills, please stand up. Is this the team that played well at New England and Miami. Along with handling the Vikes. Or is this the team that showed up for the Bears. As for Detroit they say the effort is there but the talent is lacking, sadly I just see another long season for the Honolulu Blue and Gun Metal Silver clad Lions. But as tempted as I am to go with the Lions, the Bills put the Lions at 0-6 and in great position to keep pace with the Raiders in the Brady Quinn Bowl. Bills 20 - 14

Cincinnati at Tampa Bay (+5.5) Hey guys this would might be a good idea if you were not 0-4. (Deadspin) The numbers you are forgetting are the Bengals are 12-1-1 ATS in their last 14 road games, and covering 6 out of their last 8 vs. NFC teams. Even though they are usually slow off a bye (2-8 ATS in their last 10 after the bye) they will come out and pound you. Bucs you will need to get to Carson Palmer if you have any hope. Also Tampa you will need to worry that your O-Line does not allow another spleen to rupture. Bengals 28 - 13

Carolina at Baltimore (-3) The Ravens will try to rebound from the assault they took on Monday night. But sadly the team they face can be a physician as them. This is the kind of game the Panthers win, but since now I think that they will lose. Ah I will stick to my guns. I feel the Panthers will be able to run the ball enough and they have enough weapons in the passing game to get 3rd downs and grind this one out. Panthers 17 - 13

Houston at Dallas (-13) The Texans short lived steak of prosperity ends. After a win and bye they will almost go three weeks since they were last kicked in the teeth. It will be a little sad as you will see the hope in their eyes crushed by half time, usually that is done when they get off the bus. For the Cowboys, they could have not asked for a better cure for their ills. By the end of Sunday Drew Bledsoe will hold the job for another week. But start taking bets on when T.O. throws Drew under the bus. I say two more weeks. Cowboys 29 - 14

New York Giants at Atlanta (-3) So the G-Men come south after coming out and beating on the Redskins. I still think this team is going to implode. But they will probably win this week and at Dallas and then lose to Tampa and Houston. This week they get a rested Falcon team that gets back Abraham so they will be able to hound Manning. But can the Falcons throw this week. The Giants secondary played mark ably better last week, but still is awful. That will have no bearing if Vick can't make some throws. If he can't, then the Giants will be able to sell out the run. The Falcons still maybe able to run the ball, since the Giants are soft up the middle, but it will come down to Vick making some throws and I think he will. Falcons 21 - 18

Philadelphia at New Orleans (+3) This along with the St.Louis/Seattle game will be most compelling this weekend. The Eagles will have to be up after the T.O. along with going into the dome to play a good Saint team. McNabb has done everything you could ask to win the MVP along with giving T.O. the finger. The Eagles will need to get the ball deep. The Saint DB's are slow and if they can over the top, it will allow them to try to L.J. Smith in the middle. Also the other big battle will be on how the Saints protect Brees. The Eagles are banged up on the DL and in the secondary, so they I see that this week they come with some pressure. Which I knows sounds dumb since we all know that Eagles will be blitzing when they land. But if they get Brees time it will allow the Saint to get players into space with some screens and crossing routes. This one will be decided late and by the guys wearing green, but the guys in white cover. Eagles 27 - 25

Tennessee at Washington (-9.5) The Vince Young Era continues with another ugly and closer than expected loss. The Redskins will get themselves a win and false sense of security. Redskins 23 - 17

Kansas City at Pittsburgh (-6.5) So it is must win Sunday for the Steelers and the same could be said for the Chief, especially since the teams they are chasing have easy games this week. Steeler fans are thinking back wistfully on those Charlie Batch Days. Two words, ball security. If they do not cough up the ball they beat Cinny and maybe they win at San Diego, maybe. The problem is Ben is not right and a second reciever has to step up. This offense is putting too much pressure on the D. If the D can't create turnovers then they get burnt since they can't get off the field. As for the Chiefs, I will say I have been very surprised by Huard, but is this team for real. They have problems on the OL and that is preventing them for using their best assets, LJ to his fullest. He has to grind out the yards and that pounding will come back and haunt them in December. This week the Steelers find a way to keep hope alive. Steeler 24 - 21

Miami at New York Jets (-2.5) The scary part about this game is that Harrington right now helps this team. He is in a better position to move this team than Culpepper who is showing he may not be as ready as he thought he was. The Jets face a team they can throw on and they will need to since they can not run the ball. J-E-T-S C -O-V-E-R! Jets 23 - 16

San Diego at San Francisco (+9) After bouncing back and beating the Pop Warner team that is the Raiders they get the Chargers. When this one is done the Niners will not be feeling so classy. They will also feel like the English translation of the California city found by German explorers in 1904. Bolts 31 - 17

Oakland at Denver (-15) Either I will get to witness the Raiders get the Ike Turner treatment on TV, or the biggest humiliation in Bronco history. I am pray the Broncos do the former. This one worries me in that this one looks way too easy. That this will be the one week the Raiders take their heads out of their asses. Common sense tells me Shanhan will not let them look past Oakland, since he still loves running it up on Al. Hopefully the Broncos can also get out of this one without injury and maybe Jake will actually resemble an NFL QB, which is not hard to do against the Raiders. Broncos 35 - 12

Monday Night

Chicago at Arizona (-10) Kurt Warner announced this week his pondering retirement at the end of this year. Yeah Kurt you may want to do that know, because they may knock Leinhart out and they may kill you. Satan may be coming to collect on Monday. So I hope you enjoyed the Super Bowl and the MVP's. The Birds are a mess. The Bears will need to worry about injuries. Since so many will be in the Cardinals backfield all day, there maybe some cases of friendly fire. Bears 28 - 7

From across the pond.

2006-10-12T15:57:00.000-07:00

A quick update on Euro 2008.

The Irish are not going. Apparently they suck ass. Nothing like a 5-2 drubbing by that world football power house Cyprus. Oh wait they drew versus the Czech Republic, so they are sucking a little bit less. That may be laying low, so they can really suck it come World Cup Qualifying time.

Meanwhile the squad from the North has done better than expected. Even after a loss to Iceland they have beaten Spain, drew versus Denmark and beat Latvia. Considering the current history of the Northern Ireland these are heady times.

As for the Premiership, since I am too loaded down with the NFL and college I will have to wait to really get back into the swing with them, but it is good to see the Reds on top of fixture. Bite me Chelsea!

It's Thursday. Everyone into the NFL Power Ranking Pool!

2006-10-12T10:23:00.000-07:00

So we are at week # 6 of the NFL season and the big story along with the play of the Bears is the wide gap between the good and bad of the NFL. Sadly there are 8 teams this year that are god awful and really have no shot at the playoffs. And that there are a couple others who are close to joining them. I think it maybe just one of the years where there is an issue of talent imbalance. Also right now the D has the upper hand. The D's have caught up with Offenses. If this goes on for another season, then something needs to be done to level the playing field. Hopefully without making a shame of things. The league does sell when points are going up on the board.

So let is get to the big board.

BOSKI"S 2006 NFL POWER POLL Sponsored by Yugo

1. Chicago Bears (Last week #1 - NC) The undefeated Bears put another beating on another unsuspecting foe. A 41-7 drubbing of the Bills. I think the Bears were pissed to give up the 7. Right now they are rolling and they are the team to beat right now. The Defense is playing up to the hype and the Offense is generating points. But there is still a long way to go, so all the Super Bowl Shuffle Part Deux talk needs to be tempered, just a smidgen. (Up Next at #28 Arizona Mon.)

2. Indianaplois Colts (Last week #2 - NC) Should get dropped for almost losing to the Titans at home, but they are still undefeated. This league is still based on wins not style points. But the Colts have looked shaky of late. The Titans rammed it down their throats for 200+ yards on the ground. Losing Corey Simon will not help. The Colts need to get the running game going, since teams are clamping down on the receivers. If the Colts can't return to the fast break offense then team will be able to hang in, run the ball and shorten the game. The Titans did and almost won. A team with more talent wins that game. (Up Next Bye)

3. Denver Broncos (Last week #5 - Up 2) Great win on Monday. Smacking the big bad Ravens in the mouth. Two weeks out of the last three where the D got to show it's wears on the national stage. So far the Broncos have put the clamps on people. They have only allowed one TD so far. Throw out the St. Louis game and the numbers are even better. The offense is still has issues it needs to address, if it has any hopes of going deep in the playoffs. They have a chance to make some hay before a huge match up with Indy in two weeks. So they would be smart and not look ahead.(Up Next vs. #67 Oakland)

4. New England Patriots (Last Week #4 - NC) They beat on the Sea Mammals this past weekend. They are still having problems throwing the ball, but I think they are closer to getting things clicking than other teams with passing problems. Oh sure they are grasping at some straws with some of the free agents they have pulled in, but I think the Pats brain trust get a pass till it blows up in their faces. (Up Next Bye)

5. San Diego Chargers (Last Week # 8 - Up 3) Now if they keep playing like this they will be a beast. You see Marty what happens when you stay on the offensive, good things can happen. Let the players play Marty. They did not allow the Steelers to find any real kind of rhythm. (Next up at #22 San Francisco)

6. Philadelphia Eagles (Last week #10 - Up 4) One of the teams moving up the most is the Iggles. This time they played 4 Quarters and won a big divisional game. Right now they are establishing that they are the ones to beat in the NFC. The most impressive thing other than McNabb MVP play is that they have been doing this banged up. Now they face a tougher than expected road game (Next up at #11 New Orleans)

7. Seattle Seahawks (Last Week #6 - Down 1) Even with a week off the birds fall to a lower perch. They have not looked great expect for the first half of the Giants game and the Cardinal game. Right now they are missing Hutchinson more than they care to admit. I think that more than Alexander being dinged up. Well right now they face a big road game. Last year they were 2-2 going into the dome and then went on a tear. I don't see that happening. But a win this week will help them right things. If they lose do not be surprised to hear the Super Bowl Loser curse pop up. (Next up at #14 St. Louis)

8. Atlanta (Last week #7 - Down 1) We will now see if the Falcons early season success is a mirage. They have run the ball so well. Sadly part of it that they can not effectively throw the ball and that will come back and kill them later. Vick needs to hit some passes to loosen things up. They host the Giants this weekend and I think this game will say a lot about where the Falcons go. (Next up vs. #17 New York Giants)

9. Baltimore Ravens (Last week #3 - Down 6) One of are furthest fallers. The Ravens got a does of their own medicine. That was a game they could have won, but they made mistakes and the Broncos made them pay. Their offense is still looking sluggish. McNair is not doing a great job in getting the ball down the field. That compounded with Jamal Lewis having no explosiveness spells trouble for the Ravens, the D and Special Teams are not going to get them two scores each week. (Next up vs. #13 Carolina)

10. Cincinnati (Last week #9 - NC) The Bengals have had a week to lick their wounds. The biggest problem they face next to the poor run defense is that teams have gotten pressure on Palmer. He has made a great comeback from the injury, but that will mean nothing if they lose him to another injury. (Next up at #28 Tampa Bay)

11. New Orleans Saints (Last week # 15 - Up 4) They pull out another victory. I know it's only week six, but I do see a fundamental change in the Saints. Since 1999 they have lost many a game where they were the more talented team. They could not handle prosperity, but it looks like the new coaching staff has instilled something that has not been there for a long time. They know they are in every game. They get a huge test this week as the Eagles roll in. They will need the 12th man this week. (Next up vs. #6 Philadelphia)

12. Jacksonville Jaguars (Last week # 13 - Up 1) They came out and dismantled the Jets, but it came at a cost. They lost Peterson for the season. That on top of losing Hayward and having Storud nicked up should be reasons for concern. This team is built on it's D and not to have that would be devastating especially if the offensive does not continue it's maturation. So they will be happy to have a bye to get people some rest. (Next up Bye)

13. Carolina Panthers (Last week # 14 - Up 1) Slowly rounding back into the shape we all expected, but they are bit maddening. This team just does not put away teams it should. I know I say a win is a win, but too many times they let teams they are much better than stay in games. This week a big road game vs. a quality opponent. (Up Next at #9 Baltimore)

14. St. Louis Rams (Last week # 16 - Up 2) Before I get too mushy about the Rams I have to remember who still owns them and how she and John Shaw screw us out here. I am not a Rams fan, but I rooted for them when they were out here. They intentionally ran that team into the ground and then blamed the fans for not supporting it. Assholes, plain and simple. But I will say they did the right thing by getting Linehan. He has brought this team some calm. He was also very smart to get Hasslet to run the D. They have not appreciably upped the talent from last year. They brought in a couple of guys, but they just are getting more out of them. You can see it. This weekend is a huge game in which they can take the NFC West lead and have the Seahawks chase them. (Next up vs. #7 Seattle)

15. Minnesota Vikings (Last Week # 18 - Up 3) Bounced back from their loss at Buffalo with a win. Even though they took their time Sunday to get things rolling. spotting the Lions a lead and then coming back with 23 in the 4th. I am impressed with their progress, but the uniforms are ridiculous. (Up Next Bye)

16. Dallas Cowboys (Last week # 11 - Down 5) Another big tumbler. They had their chances, but they kept wasting them. I wonder at what point Bill punches Jerry in mouth for T.O. It looks like T.O. is now becoming the distraction everyone was worried about. He has not divided the locker room yet. I say in couple of weeks he sucker punches Drew in the press. The other worrisome thing about the Cowboys is their D has not been as stellar as I thought they were going to be. Other than the Washington game and Titans game they have been pushed around. Having a offense that is turning the ball over never helps, but I thought this team was a top 5 unit. Like many things it appears I am wrong. (Up next vs. #24 Houston)

17. New York Giants (Last week #20 - Up 3) They love to make me look like a fool. Just when I think they are ready to go belly up they don't. But this team still is a disaster waiting to happen. Their defense has too many issues. The back 7 can't cover, they are soft up the gut and their vaunted pass rush is not so vaunty. Going to Atlanta we see what kind of team they are. (Up Next at #8 Atlanta)

18. Kansas City (Last week #21 - Up 3) Herm has done a great job getting this team back on the right path. They have gotten better than expected play from Huard and the Defense keeps getting better. The only concerns are the Tackle spots. It has hampered the running game and LJ is being contained. He has not had one of those breathtaking performances he flashed at the end of last season. He has been frustrated, but he has been a good solider and grinded out tough yards. (Up next at #19 Pittsburgh)

19. Pittsburgh (Last week #12 - Down 7) It looks like the mighty are tumbling. They have not looked in sync for weeks and they have to get it going or this season may be lost before the half way mark. I know it is easy to say, but I think that we are now see the effects of the bike crash. Ben just looks lost out there at time. What is making it even more difficult is that they have taken away Ward who I think is not at 100% himself. Add that with the running game is not being as effective have put the Steelers into a 1-3 hole and with a Chiefs rolling into town things could go from bad to worse. (Up next vs. #18 Kansas City)

20. Washington Redskins (Last week #17 - Down 3) Them and the Giants I will never figure out. But I do believe that both are closer to bottoming out than making deep runs in the playoffs. Again Dan for such a smart business man you run a whacked out football team. If you ran a business like this they would have fired you, twice. But things are looking up Dan. They have to since you are a wee little man. I hope you and Tom have a great time over selling and under performing. (Next up vs. #30 Tennessee)

21. Buffalo Bills (Last week #19 - Down 2) Gentlemen you should consider yourselves lucky that there are a lot of teams worse. I know the Bears are good, but you could have put up a little more fight. (Up next at #31 Detroit)

22. San Francisco 49ers (Last week #26 - Up 4) I know it was only the Raiders, but I am more impressed that they recovered from the ass beating they took to play well. Of the "bad teams" out there this year, this one is showing signs of progress. But I think the good feelings end this weekend. (Up next vs. #5 San Diego)

23. Ohio State (Last week # 32 - Up 9) Look at the teams below and tell me a college team does not deserve to be ranked above them. Hell there are a couple other college teams that may get in. (Up Next - More Raider Jokes)

24. Houston Texans (Last week # 27 - Up 3) A sign your team is bad. You highest moves on the chart are when you don't play. Probably by the end of the season they will be like the 49ers in that you will see progress. (Up Next at #16 Dallas)

25. New York Jets (Last week # 22 - Down 3) After last weeks game the FAA requested they be grounded. Ah there are the Jets we expected this season. This team will have more afternoons like this if they do not find any kind of running game. The Jets are hoping this was an aberration. (Up next vs. #27 Miami)

26. Cleveland Browns (Last week #24 - Down 2) Kellen here is an idea since you want the ball. play without a face mask and keep you mouth open as you run patterns. Do that and there is no way Frye could miss that target, even when he is throwing one of is his ill advised red zone cross the body heaves. (Up next Bye)

27. Miami Dolphins (Last week #25 - Down 2) I don't think Flipper could save this one. (Up next at #25 New York Jets)

28. Tampa Bay (Last week # 29 - Up 1) They may have found something in Gradkowski. He played a good game in a very difficult spot. But sadly this ship has sunk. (Up next vs. #9 Cinncinati)

29. Arizona Cardinals (Last week # 23 - Down 6) The Birds are back and snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. They had that game won, but instead of running in the 4th they kept throwing, stopping the clock enough to let the Chiefs come back. Leinhart did a decent job, but that Line is awful and no matter who the skill players are they are not going to win. Hey good news guys you going to be on Monday night, oh wait you have to face the Bears. (Up next vs. #1 Chicago)

30. Tennessee Titans (Last week # 31 - Up 1) They had their chance to win at Indy. They had the right game plan, but too many mistakes and having a QB who is still too green hurt. They had a great game plan for Indy. Jeff Fischer will make another team happy when he is freed from this miss (Up next at #20 Washington)

31. Detroit Lions (Last week #28 - Down 3) Where have you gone Eric Hipple? The thought most Lions fan have," hey at least the Tigers will hold us over till the Pistons start". (Up Next # vs #21 Buffalo)

32. Green Bay Packers (Last week #30 - Down 2) Wouldn't is suck if after years and years you finally got Pack season tickets and this is what you get. God bless you if can stomach that. I wish this season that they would have played the Bucs. We could have relived those days back in the 80's when that match up was called the "Bay of Pigs". (Up next Bye)

Other receiving scorn - Oakland Raiders (Last week #32 - down 35) Temple is fighting to get them on their schedule (Up next at #3 Denver)

Baseball

2006-10-10T16:40:00.000-07:00

Well I thought I would continue the shaming by picking the ALCS and NLCS

In the AL - I will take the Cats in 6

In the NL I will take the Mets in 5.

Now all the results are in.

2006-10-10T12:03:00.000-07:00

Let's see the damage.

College

I made 14 picks

Here are the good

Bowling Green losing to Ohio State but covering (Ohio State 35 -7)
BYU clubbing San Diego State (BYU 47-17)
Michigan clubbing Michigan State (Michigan 31-13)
Cal beating the Ducks (45-24)
Vols win bigger than expected between the hedges (Vols 51-33)
Longhorns take it to the Sooners (Texas 28-10)
Navy puts itself closer to the Commander and Chief trophy (Midshipmen 24-17)

The Bad

Arizona losing but covering at UCLA (UCLA 27-7)
USC breaking out over Washington, sure they won, but they could have lost (USC 26-20)
The Gophers cover, but did not win (Penn State 28 -27)

The Ugly

Buffalo letting me down. Mental note tell Eric not to send them money (Ball State 55-25)
The Cuse letting me down at the dome (Pittsburgh 21-11)
Texas Tech get mugged by Tigers at home (Tigers 38-21)
LSU loses at the swamp, Florida grind up the Tigers (Florida 23-10)

The results

SU: 9-5 I have done better
ATS: 8-6 Better than the last couple of weeks

Year to date:

SU: 29-9 (76%)
ATS: 18-18-2 (47%)

Now to the Pros

First Last weeks totals were

SU: 10-4
ATS: 7-6-1

Bears (-10) W (L) My first mistake was thinking the Bills were at home. Maybe they would have been better off staying there. Wow the Bears looked great again in a three phases. (My pick Bears 18-14 Final Score 41-7)

Panthers (-8) W (P) The Panthers win again, but just enough. (My pick Panthers 21-14 Final Score 20-12)

Pats (-10) W (P) Another push as the Pats push the Dolphins closer to early tee times in January. Also someone has to do something about the turf at Gillette Stadium. Kickers just are falling left and right. But the Pats showing that they are still some of the smartest people in the room for getting Maroney. But they do need to pick up the passing game. As for the Fins. They did the right thing by going to Harrington. They played better, but this team has issues in the secondary and the O-line. (My pick Pats 31-17 Final Score 20 -10)

Vikings (-6.5) W (W) When you fall behind any team 17-3 in the 3rd Quarter you most likely will end the day with a loss. Unless you are the Raiders or the Lions. I wonder how many gamblers broke something when Kitna threw his last Int. The Viking showed a lot of grit and they put 23 on the Lions in the 4th. The Lions now entering the Quinn Derby. (My pick Vikings 23-16 Final Score 26-17)

St. Louis (-3) W (P) The Rams had to fight to the end, but they win. The Pack had their chances and they could not make a play when they needed to. And now Brett is asking himself, "why am I here?" Now the Rams get a Seahawks, without Alexander at the dome next Sunday. Should be interesting. (My pick Rams 28 -17 Final Score 23-20)

Saints (-6.5) W (L) The Saints keep winning. They pull it out with Bush's punt return. I swear is this a NFL team of a feel good movie. Now the schedule gets tougher, but they are winning and I think they have confidence and that may carry them to wins at home and some road wins. The Bucs season may be lost, but they may have found something. Gradkowski did a great job. I thought with Gruden's system, the Saints pass rush and the dome would spell doom. But the kid did his job and put them in the position to be in the game. (My pick Saints 31-20 Final Score 24-21)

Colts (-18.5) W (L) This should really count as a loss for the Colts. How did the Titans come in and push the Colts that far. The Titans rammed it down the Colts for most of the game. They gained over 200 on the ground. This should be of concerned about this. But the Colts still get a win with another late drive by Manning (My picks Colts 41-20 Final Score 14-13?)

Redskins (+5) L (L) I hate both of these teams. Can both of you make up your minds. This week the Giants beat on the Skins. The Redskins failed to exploit the Giants secondary and the could not make the stops on D. The Giants did a great job bottling up Portis and Manning did a good job making some plays down the field. (My pick Redskins 23-20 Final Score Giants 19 -3)

Chiefs (-3.5) W (L) Well the Chiefs are taking to Huard very well at the helm, they are still not able to spring Johnson. He has been grinding it out, but has not had one of those really big games, yet. The Cards will now go the rest of the season with Leinhart. I hate the guy, but he did a decent job Sunday. You could see that is greenness cost him at the end, but the Cards should just ride him the rest of the season. (My pick Chiefs30-22 Final Score Chiefs 23-20)

Jaguars (-7) W (L) Wait the Jets finally scored. (My pick Jags 27-24 Final Score 41-0!!!)

49ers (-3) W (W) The Raiders keep going strong. Sadly Raider fans it is in a circular motion in a toilet. I change my mind, the Rhein Fire would now be an 11 point favorite. (My pick 49ers 28-17 Final Score 34-20)

Eagles (-1.5) W (W) The T.O. Bowl is over thankfully. The best part is that the National Guard was not need. The Eagles showed that they are the class of the NFC East. McNabb is making a case for MVP. He made all the throws. The Eagles are dinged up, but they keep winning. Drew Bledsoe deathwatch is now in full swing. (My pick Eagles 26-21 Final Score 38-24)

Steelers (+3) L (L) See Marty what happens when you let your QB throw the football. The Chargers did a great job in stuffing the Steelers in the second half. You could see the Steelers we not in any kind of grove, other than the TD drive in the 2nd Quarter. Big Ben is off. You can see things are not clicking as they have. Is it because of the injury or is it because they are taking away Ward. Or is it they miss Bettis. What ever it is the Steelers need to fix it and fix it fast, sitting at 1-3, things may be getting desperate soon. If the Chargers can keep playing like this, then teams will need to be afraid, very afraid. (My pick Steelers 24-20 Final Score 20 -13)

Broncos (-4) W (L) This was the first time I have seen the Broncos bully the Ravens and not the other way around. The Broncos go into their second bye, oh wait they get the Raiders. The Broncos need to stay focused and pound them. They will need every win the can get, because the schedule get tough from here on. (My pick Broncos 17-15 Final Score 13-3)

So we again learned that I can pick straight up, but I am for shit on the line. But since I forgot to tally Week 4 I will roll those out.

Week 4

SU: 10-4 (Solid)

ATS: 7-6-1 (I hate to say that is a good week)

Week 5

SU: 12-2 (Not bad)

ATS: 3-8-3 (Oh man, I may lose lunch)

Season Totals

SU: 54-20 (72%) Better

ATS 30-39-5 (43%) Ewwwwwwww

Awesome Monday Night

2006-10-10T10:19:00.000-07:00

Although there were some rough patches, the Broncos drudged through the slop and got the win.

It was another uneasy night, but they beat the Ravens. They did to the Ravens what the Ravens to everyone. They beat up on them and uglied out a win.

I will say I was not too pleased for most of the first half. First play on offense they turned it over. I was having the flashbacks to all the other losses.

I also could hear the grumbling from the crowd about Jake's performance. The first turnover was not his fault, the second was god awful. I don't know for sure if Walker ran the wrong route. He also had a couple throws that ugly, even in the conditions.

The Offense

Well they did not get off the greatest start. First play fumble ;ed to an early deficit. Second drive, INT. At that point it seemed that this was going to be one of those nights.

Jake looked awful to start the game, he had only 6 yards passing in the first half and a INT, could have another INT. You could hear the grumbling, but he came back in the second half and made enough throws to get them big first downs and the TD to ice it. He also made a couple of plays with his feet. He seemed to lock in after that play. There were still plenty of throws he missed on that have to improve on.

Tatum Bell - along with helping my roto team win, he did some hard running against a good D. He still does too much darting and dancing on some plays. But he did put his head down and pound it. His run in the 4th where he dragged Ray Lewis a couple yards for a first down. Take that Ray Lewis. I hate Ray Lewis.

The O-Line did an effective job in that it gave Jake time to throw for most of the night. The run game made plays and got creases for Bell. Also good to see George Foster get out in space and flatten someone. That is what we have been looking for George.

The Defense

They did a great job last night. They gave up a field goal, only a field goal. Sure the Ravens are not Air Coreyel, but they have some weapons. But they got into the face of McNair, made him make mistakes. His first one may have been what changed the game. That was one of the worst fade throws I have seen. Darling is 6-6 and you want the jump ball, but throw it outside. You give Champ Bailey a chance and he will kill you. And he did. So the Broncos escape the first half tied instead of being down 10-3 or 6-3. That is what good teams do. They make teams pay for their mistakes. They did a great job in holding down the run. They did not allow the Raven to get their North/South running game running.

Special Teams

They did a alright job, Elam made some big kicks in bad condition. So big up to Leach for the snap and Jake for the hold. Ernster did a good job with the kickoff and the punts. You could see that he was playing for a job. I wonder what the Broncos will do now the Roided one is coming back from the suspension. The return teams did a good job, even with the penalties on a couple of those kicks.

Coaching

Shanahan game planned very well and put his team in the position to win. Hey nice job Larry. Coyer dialed up a great game and just stymied them all night.

So next week they get the Raiders. Hopefully they will not be looking past the Raiders. Because there are few things better than watching Shanahan torment Al Davis. Making the Raiders suffer is one of my favorite things to witness.

Weekend Wrapup.

2006-10-09T13:47:00.000-07:00

Okay let me lay out my thoughts and theories from what I watched, heard, or thought I heard or watched.

Let's start off with Baseball. Well I do not understand playoff baseball, since I only picked two of the series right. But I was way off on the # of games.

Was I doing crack when I picked the Padres to win their series, or that the Dodgers would have at least made it a series? I think I was. As for the Pitty Kittys. I will handed it to them they treated the Yankees like the liter box. Speaking of cat shit, how about that A-Rod. Speaking of Yankees stinking, it does look like 200 million just does not buy the same anymore. All that money and you couldn't buy another decent starter who was not over 35. Right now Wang is the ace of that staff by miles. Saturday when they had to run Jarret Wright out you knew it was over. Jarret Wright who is still living off the 1997 World Series. But the best part of all of this is that Old King George might be back . So there is hope we could see the Yankee go back to 80's when they spent way too much on guys who suck. And to top it they are thinking of bring back Pinella. Which will end poorly. So Yankee fans please enjoy. I know I will.

Padres would have trouble scoring runs in a T-Ball league. You need pitching and D, but you do have to get a hit or two.

Cards win, so what is the best you can roll out to face the Mets. Jeff Weaver. Mets lead the series 1-0.

I know I said that coming in the Dodgers were the streakiest team in MLB. Well it looks like they had one of their bad ones. The wheels just came flying off. They made strides this year, but you could see this was a patch work team. It will be interesting to see what happens next. I think LA and Anaheim will be throwing around a lot of money on Free Agents this off season.

Speaking of L.A. Saturday was a huge day for L.A. Sports. Two major college football programs playing at home.

USC is very lucky to have escaped with a win. The new rules got the Huskies at the end. As the BCS comes out today, the Trojans do not deserve to be #2. The Gators have beaten better opponents at this time. So they deserve it. People out here are just getting ancey over the fact the Trojans are not killing people by 40 points. Well I tell them to shut it. A win is a win.

As for the Bruins they played well again on D. Allowing on 7 points and knocking out a QB. The last few seasons the Bruins had given up 7 points during warm ups. The Offense is still not where it should be, but I was impressed on how Cowan came in for Olsen and moved the team. Next up they venture north to play the Ducks.

The Dodgers - The Blue Crew packed in another 50K plus to Chavez Ravine for playoff baseball. Which has been lacking over the years, as compared to the 70's and 80's. Sadly they stumbled all over themselves, even when they manged to get back into the game, they still shot themselves in the foot. Two many times they had unproductive at-bats. The Defense was not sharp and the pitching was awful. But that can also be attributed to the Mets being better and making the Dodgers pay at every turn.

The Kings - The scrappy little bunch shook off the loss to the Ducks on Friday and whaled on the lowlier Blues. Wow, that is franchise that has really fallen. They won 4-1, but more importantly they may have found something.
The Kings are giving play time to a rookie by the name of Anze Kopitar. The boy may be as ugly as sin, but he got a spark. Got two goals opening night and 3 assist Saturday. I know five points in two games at the start of a season is not a sign to get playoff tickets, but the kids shows something. His last assist is what I loved. He's on the break as he make a run at the net he is fending off the defense man, protecting the puck and as he gets ridden out past the keeper he gets the puck back out in front. Which was then scooped up and put in the net by Sopel. But again it is October and there is not even front on the pumpkins

College Football notes.

Auburn made to look a fool by the Razorpiggies. They just took it to them.

Florida another big win. Beating a good LSU team, again they should be the 2nd ranked team in the country.

Oregeon get out ugly jerseyed by Cal. Who put it too them. I was very surprised by how bad they beat them.

Texas deep fried the Sooners at the Texas State Fair.

I was watching the parts of the Tennessee/Georgia game could someone tell me what happened. I blinked and the score went from 31-27 to 51-33.

John L. Smith, that slap Saturday was from Michigan.

Okay, I will now say the Missouri Tigers are not be taken lightly. They may be the Big 12 North Champs. Since Nebraska is beatable. Sure they will get pounded by Texas, but it has been a long time since they played for something.

Well I have to pretend to work. I will give my wrap up of the Pros tomorrow after I have viewed the Ravens/Broncos.
Man I hate those freaking Ravens. The Broncos need to get a win tonight, they need to keep pace with the Bolts. Also, I love seeing the Ravens knocked down a couple of pegs. Ravens this, Ravens that. I hate them, I hate them, I hate them. Which means they will probably win a very ugly game tonight in which the Broncos lose the game and about 8 starters for the rest of the year. So, just in case I am starting to get out my hate for the Ravens now. I hate rush hour. But I really should have faith in this team. Shanahan will have them ready to play and I think they want to prove something tonight. So Mike prove me wrong and let us rub salt in their wounds.

Boski's really weak NHL Preview

2006-10-06T16:28:00.000-07:00

I really only care about the Kings and it is going to be a long year. I have to understand that Lombardi had to bring this house of cards down. Sadly there was too much dry rot. This team maybe as bad as the late 90's teams. You know that wonderful time after Gretz left. Right now I have seen too many 5th Place Pacific Division predictions to think that there is hope. To compound this is that people think the Ducks have a chance to make to the Stanley Cup. If they were to win, I would know how the Cubs feel. And I don't think I can handle that. So it starts tonight. Hopefully the good guys will make the Ducks night a living hell.

Go Kings Go!

Boski's Week #5 Picks

2006-10-06T14:56:00.000-07:00

So we now are at the start of the 2nd Quarter of the Football Season. Some really big games this week.

So let us skip all the formality and get to it. The quicker I do the more time I have to think of witty ways to backtrack from these pick on Monday.

Chicago at Buffalo (+10) The Bears fresh from their mauling of the Seahawks roll into Buffalo. Ten points that is a lot to give. This is a decent Bills team, who can win this game. Do so would keep themselves with in distance of the Pats. But the Bills had a tough time with Vikes D and the Bears are better than that, but not 10 points better. Bears 18 - 14

Cleveland at Carolina (-8) This should be a cakewalk, but the Panthers have been awful vs. the number as a favorite. So I think the Browns will hang in tough. But the Panthers will get the win. Panthers 21 - 14

Miami at New England (-10) Right now the status of Culpepper is in the air. I think they may need to turn it over to Joey, if for anything to create a spark. Speaking of turning it over, no matter who is at the QB spot the Dolphins are in for a long, long day. Pats 31 - 17

Detriot at Minnesota (-6.5) The season most seem longer than 16 games for Lion fans. The Vikes will grind out a win to keep them within sight of the Bears. Vikes 23 - 16

St. Louis at Green Bay (+3) Brett Farve endangers himself once again. It is going to be another long Sunday for Farve and the Pack. The Rams come in looking better than many had expected, but they need to focus this week and not be thinking of the Seahawks at home next week. Rams 28 - 14

Tampa Bay at New Orleans (-6.5) Sending rookie QB's to play their first games in a dome is just an accident waiting to happen. The Saints will put the Bucs playoff hopes to rest this weekend. Saints 31 - 20

Tennessee at Indianapolis (-18.5) You do not see lines like this. I usually stay away from these, because too many times the favs will sleep walk through and to win and not cover. Even as bad as teams seem, they are still in the NFL. But I think this one is on the money. Colts stomp Titans, oh was that too soon? Colts 41 - 20

Washington at New York Giants (-5) The Skins have picked it up and the Giants are coming off the bye, which they spent licking their wounds from the beat down they took in Seattle. Both teams could end this season in turmoil, but I think the Giants get their first and it starts with this week. Redskins 23 - 20

Kansas City at Arizona (+3.5) I think the Cardinals will need to put their play on the ceiling, since Leinart will be spending a lot of time look up. The Cards are still the Cards. The Chiefs will run LJ down their throats and pressure the rookie into a ton of mistakes. You may think that this is one of Marty's old Chief teams. Chiefs 30 - 22

New York Jets at Jacksonville (-7) The Jags return home after a tough pair of road games that could and should have won. The Jets come off a heart breaker where they fought the Colts till the end. The Jags will get the win, but they are going to struggle. This team just has something missing. They have most of the parts, but they are missing a few and some just don't fit right. The Jets will give them 59 minutes and 45 seconds of aggravation. Jags 27 - 24

Oakland at San Francisco (-3) I know, I know. They still have to play the games no matter how bad it may be. The loser goes to L.A. I kid, I kid. We don't want either of them. So far people are worried that Art Shell may have let the game get by him. Well that won't happen. He never got ahead of it to start with. It is like the 90's all over again. The man still does not know how to make half time adjustments. Hey Brady Quinn, you wish you had another year left of eligibility don't you. The Niners are not good, but they are young and getting better. The get the taste of last week out of their mouths with a win. 49ers 28 - 17

Dallas at Philadelphia (-1.5) I think it would be safe if Fox does not use the parabolic mic at this game. I can only imagine the FCC fine from the profanity that is going to picked up on those. And that is just from the Eagles Cheerleaders. My god I can only think of the drunk depravity that the fans have in store. Fox may also rethink it's pregame show at the stadium, like ESPN's College game day.If the Eagle's have the same set up as the old Vet the court house will be full be kickoff. This week could make the flare incident back in the 90's look tame. As for the game, I think the Eagles will be ready, I think they slept walked through Monday's game because they have been waiting for this one. The Cowboys looked good against a bad Titan team. If they hope to win they need to keep Beldsoe upright and get some short fields on the Eagles. But I think the Eagles will match the intensity of the fans, since if they lose they can't leave like the Cowboys. The Eagles will make enough plays in the passing game and they will blitz Beldsoe silly. Eagles 26 - 21

Sunday Night Football

Pittsburgh at San Deigo (-3) The Steelers have to win this one. To be 1 - 3 is not the best way to go back to the Super Bowl. But their task is made difficult by going to San Diego. Who let one get away. The Steelers need this game and they have had success playing at the Murph. The bye week helps them in that they have been nicked up. They will claw their way back into the hunt, only if Marty stays for the whole game. If he leaves after the 3rd the Bolts win going away. Steelers 24 - 20

Monday Night

Baltimore at Denver (-4) The Broncos come off the bye with a huge game, against a team that many now are thinking will be playing deep in the playoffs. Yes, it is my worst nightmare. The Ravens are back and they are winning in their ugly and brutal ways. This is a team that just give the Broncos fits, even last year. But this week we see what kind of team Denver is. Are they the team that lost to St. Louis and only scored 9 at home to the Chiefs, or is this the team that beat the Pats. Denver has always played well coming off the bye, so I will jinks them and take them to win, but they don't cover. Broncos 17 - 15

Boski On Campus

2006-10-06T13:32:00.000-07:00

Well I am going to try something new and do my college and pro picks separately. Just shake things up.

So let's see what Saturday has for us.

Let us start off with MAC tilt of the year.

Buffalo at Ball State (-4) I am taking the Bulls, who have shown improvement. Also my man Eric went there. Bulls 31 - 20

Penn State at Minnesota (+3) Both teams have struggled at times, but this should be a good one. I like the Screaming Eagles. . . sorry the Gophers to win 28 -21.

Pittsburgh at Syracuse (+7) Sure the Panthers are 4-1, but I think the Cuse' will make this a fight. The have been 5-0 against the number. They do it again, also Dave Wannstedt still is there coach. The Orange win 22 - 19. That one's for Eric and Kevin.

Stanford at Notre Dame (-29) Cardinal are game planning to see if they can miss flight to South Bend. I think the Irish will try to run it up in hopes of getting Brady Quinn back into the Heisman race. Irish 49 - 10

Michigan State at Michigan (-15) Last week the Spartans had the Illini plant their flag after win. This week the Spartans just get flattened. John L. Smith may sucker punch himself at the press conference afterwards. Wolverines 36 - 17

Missouri at Texas Tech (-5.5) The Tigers come in 5-0, but that has come against cream puffs. So now they roll into Lubeck and face the Air Raid. Now you can see that the new rules are having an affect. Texas Tech has only scored over 40 once this season. But the Red Raiders bring the Tigers back down a couple of pegs. Red Raiders 31 - 24

Tennessee at Georgia (-2.5) Even though the Dawgs are 5-0 they come in as the underdog since they have trouble moving the football. They face the 4-1 Vols whose only loss was to the Gators. I see the Vols in a tight one 19 - 13

Bowling Green at Ohio State (-35) I do not foresee any problems here for the Buckeyes. The only problem will be the 35 points. I think the Bowling Green covers. Buckeyes 39 - 9.

Navy at Air Force (-2.5) Hey who is up for academy football? I didn't think so. But I think the Middies go in and beat the Falcons. Midshipmen 29 - 24

San Deigo State at BYU (- 28.5) Remember when this used to be the more entertaining games of the year. I miss those days. Cougars 44 - 14

LSU at Florida (pick'em) This one may resemble the pitchers duel that LSU and Auburn had a couple of weeks back. LSU is stacked and may be the best team in the nation. But they had to play at Auburn and it may happen again this week at the Swamp. But it won't the Tigers win in black and blue fashion. Tigers 19 - 17

Washington at USC (-19) The Huskies may make this game, they played well at Oklahoma. So they could hang with SC. But something says this is the week the Trojans may breakout on offense. Trojans 38 - 17.

Arizona at UCLA (-12) Bruins look to avenge the beating they took last year (52-14 yikes!). I would feel more confident if the O was not as sluggish as it is. I thought that Willie Tuitama was going to be the next big thing. I have a feeling he will be more like Ortega Jenkins. Bruins win but the Cats cover 24 - 20

Nebraska at Iowa State (+6.5) This used to be the line for the opening quarter in this game. But things change. I see the Huskers winning. Huskers 35 - 27

Oregon at Cal (-5) This may be the best game this weekend. Two top offensive teams duking it out. The Ducks are good, very good. They got help against the Sooners, but this team is a good. As for the Bears, they are not the team that got pounded in Knoxville. But this week the team with ugly uni's lose. Bears 41 -32

The Game of the Week

The Red River Shootout

Texas at Oklahoma (-4) So much talent on both squads, sadly the area they are not the strongest is at QB. The Sooners have owned the Horns for the past few years, including some serious beating of good Texas teams. But I think even with Peterson, the Texas have too many good players out there. The Horns win 20 - 16

Now I have to get ready to dazzle you with my brilliant NFL picks. Or at least provide you with some laughs, just like these picks.

Boski's October Baseball Report - The Friday Edition

2006-10-06T11:05:00.000-07:00

Well Vernlander pitched himself out of a lot of trouble. Him along with the Tigers pen evened up the series. But now the Series switches to Detroit. Sounds good for the Tigers right? Nope, Kenny Rogers goes to the hill and I think the Yankees are hit about .380 against him. Hell, I think A-Rod may get a hit tonight. So Kenny you may get hit harder than some of the cameramen who have crossed your path.

The Friars are fried. Well another one of my ridiculous predictions. The Padres just can't score runs and sadly the rules require you to score more than your opponent. Now does this mean the Redbirds can catch fire and maybe beat the Mets in the next round. Don't know, but it could be interesting with the injuries the Mets have suffered.

The Dodgers, oh the my other stupid pick. Sure, I thought the Mets would win, but I was hoping for 5 games. Last night was one the Dodgers just shot themselves in the foot again. I hope they can salvage something on Saturday. Make the Mets have to work. But the Offense abandoned him, the bullpen did not hold, and their fielding was lacking. Oh and Nomar is on the shelf. So if you add that up and it equals 0 - 2, with a high probability of a sweep.

Today

The Twins last stand. Radke goes against Harden. The A's and Twins have been here before. I think the A's finish the deal this weekend.

The Yankee send out the Unit to face the Rogers. I think the Yanks get out early and quiet the crowd. But this will be a 2 inning save night for Mariano. Torre wants this win and he will not f around tonight to get it.

Everyone has one, why not me?

2006-10-05T12:23:00.000-07:00

It is time for the first Boski NFL Power Rankings, sponsored by Like Cola.

Well what better time than Week 5 to start with my power rankings. Week 5 is a good start off since we have seen the teams play so we can have a better gauge. That and I was too busy or lazy to do it sooner. So let me go to it.

1. Bears - A dominating performance Sunday night, they whipped a good team, even without Alexander.

2. Colts - They are not clubbing people like they did last year (except for Texans), but they keep rolling.

3. Ravens - My worst fears the big bad Ravens are back. They have no style points, but they win and that is all that matters.

4. Pats - Well again I learned that you when you think you should write them off, you shouldn't.

5. Broncos - Bye last week. Now they face the Ravens at home, in a big Monday Night match up. The Ravens are a
team that gives them fits.

6. Seahawks - They literally walked into a Bear den. They get a bye and they need to rest and retool as a big game at St. Louis now looms.

7. Falcons - So far they have run the ball very well. The D has beaten on people, and they have not had Abraham healthy. Just imagine if Vick can complete 55% of his passes.

8. Chargers - Surprise, surprise Marty finds another way to escape the jaws of victory.

9. Who Dey Can Stop the Run? It's not the Bengals. Until they can fix that then they might want to table that Super Bowl talk for now.

10. Eagles - I can only imagine all the kindness and goodwill the Eagles fans will have in their hearts when T.O. returns.

11. It will take two weeks for the Cowboys to get ringing out of their ears from the hell they are going to catch this weekend.

12. Steelers - Going out west for a must win vs. the Chargers and they could be 1-3 at the end of this weekend. If they do not play great game and if Marty leaves at the end of the 3rd.

13. Jaguars - Consistency is this teams problem. That lack of consistency is why they are not 4-0.

14. What a difference the difference making Steve Smith makes. The Panthers looking more like the team everyone expected.

15. Saints - They are not going away. This week they get a bad Cardinal team with a rookie QB coming into town.

16. Rams - Last week they showed they still had a little bit of the Greatest Show on Turf in them. They have flown under the radar. A win this week sets up a match up with the Seahawks at home playing for 1st.

17. Redskins -They seem to be finding a rhythm on Offense. Now let's see how long it will last.

18. Vikings - Role reversal, now it's the Vikes Offense that has been disappointing.

19. Bills - Slowly restoring hope in upstate New York. Now if they can keep J.P. from doing dumb thing, then they will get better.

20. Giants - This team is close to becoming a disaster. A couple of more L's and it will go nuclear.

21. Chiefs - Has this team righted the ship? Huard showed great command Sunday, and the D is better. Now we see if they can get out of the hole they dug.

22. Jets - Scrappy bunch that is playing above its talent level. You have to hand it to them.

23. Cardinals - Have the CDC check into the possibility of getting bird flu from watching the Cardinals.

24. Browns - Charlie, next time you are scrambling in the Red Zone, just throw the ball away!

25. Dolphins - Run Dante run. Run for your life.

26. 49ers - I don't things can get as bad as last week, well if they lose to the Raiders then it will.

27. Texans - Hey Mario Williams can get some peace for at least one week.

28. Lions - So Matt how has drafting all those WR's and Joey Harrington working out?

29. Bucanears - Simms out and now they throw a rookie out on the road. Look guys I know this is the 30 anniversary of the first Buc team, so if you are going to play as bad. You could at least break out the old uni's.

30. Packers - Brett is this really worth it? Seriously.

31. Titans - The only bright side to the Hayensworth Stomp, is that will be the one thing uglier than the Titans season.

32. Ohio State - Look right now the Raiders would be a 10 point underdog to them, even if they were playing in Oakland. I also think they would be only a 2 point favorite if they were playing the Rhein Fire.

Playoff Notes

2006-10-05T10:58:00.000-07:00

A's pull out another one to take a 2-0 lead. The Boofster did alright and I should get off the guy. He did his job and gave them 6 quality innings.

Who knows what happens if Hunter makes that catch who knows how it would have unfolded. But then the ball was hit by former Tuffy, Kotsay.

Now the Twins no have to put down the shovel since they are now in a deep enough hole.

The Dodgers will now remember the Maine. He did better than I thought. But the Dodgers did their best to make him a star. The playoff are not the time to have a Little League type running gaffe. Next to making the 1st or 3rd out at third is a cardinal sin. Having two runners thrown out at the plate on the same play, during a playoff game on the road trumps that.

Looks like Delgado had to do some catch up since he had not been to the playoffs. And with Wright getting three RBI's we will be constantly reminded David Wright walks on water. Hey the guy is good, but lets talk after year 5.

All is not well for the Mets, the Dodgers nearly got to Wagner as he threw some gas on the fire in the 9th. Thankfully the damp weather and Nomar chasing a bad pitch helped Billy out.

Speaking of damp weather

The Tigers get pardon from governor, er I mean a rain delay. Hey Jim maybe if got the patch you would have spent the time you use for your smoke breaks to call someone about the weather. You have a phone. You or the team can make calls about the weather. Sure would it have been nice to have the Yankees be clearer, but when you go on the road, especially in the playoffs expect no quarter. This is not the first time your team has been to the Big Apple and the Front Office has to do a better job on your accommodations.

Verlander vs. Mussina for game two. Right now as I check it is 3-2 Yanks. So it looks like the Kitty's are going to be down 2-0 for Friday's game.

All though I am not the biggest fan.

2006-10-04T16:34:00.000-07:00

I happy to know hockey starts back up. It going to take me some time to get familiar again with it, but since the Kings may suck, I am not really going to miss much. At least till I get back up to speed.

So what do we make of yesterdays events.

2006-10-04T11:41:00.000-07:00

3 games yesterday, one shock and one surprise.

I am back to hating Frank. I keep reading the articles on how he is a new man. Such a great guy. And how things were just so awful in Chicago. Well Frank, as I have said, one day I will welcome you back. I know you are a HOF'er. You should have won the MVP in 2000, and you are one of the greatest ever to done a White Sox uniform. But Stank, a lot of the shit was of your making. Sure the press sucked and they hammered on you hard. And I know if you were a Cub they would have built you a temple, but you were a White Sox. Frank your actions did not endear you to the people who it mattered most, your teammates. You know the guys who have to play with you. Kenny played with his emotions on his sleeve, but as a GM he is a mild manner guy. But you pushed it Frank, he had enough. You kept pushing it. Were you too blind to see the writing on the wall. Also they needed to get someone who if Paulie left could have played 1B. Something you have not done since Korean War. Frank if your ankle had been healthier maybe they would have kept you, but you played only 108 games in two years. So you can suck it. Also Frank, how many times did you turn your back on the team when it need someone to lead them. So good luck to you in beating the Twins, but you still are a jackass in my book Big Stank.

The A's strike first blood. They got the long ball from The Big Stank and got a good game from Zito, who was not so sharp. He left a lot of pitches up in the strike zone. But most importantly they beat Santana in the dome.

Right now as I type the Twins season depends on a guy name Boof. But they are hanging in there, since the just took Loazia deep to tie it in the 6th.

Damn you Derek Jeter. To which is best summed up by the people over at Slack Lalane,

--We all know Derek Jeter went 5-for-5 last night, banging out two singles, two doubles and a late-inning jack that sealed the deal. You saw that. You'll read that everywhere. I want to focus on the smirk he flashes after reaching safely and calling timeout or heading into the dugout after a homerun. It's semi-new, actually. The smirk itself has always been there, but this brand of smirk is fresh and awesome. This smirk says, "I'm better than you at life, and we both know it.

God I hate you Derek, but I hate it more that you are that good.

The Tigers tired, but came up short. I do not fault Leyland for being aggressive. Sure they ran out of a couple of innings. But this team needs to get pressure on the Yanks early and try to get to their middle men. Sadly, we all know that with the Yankees, if they are ahead, the game become 8 innings, some times 7.

Well looks like the Cardinals gave the Swinging Friars a punch in the mouth.

Dodgers might be catching a break. First Pedro and now El Duque is out. So the Mets march a rookie to the mound. I can only imagine how bat shit crazy the press will be if the Dodgers sink the Maine.

Did I say Padres in a sweep.

2006-10-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

That must be an error. I know I must have said the Cardinals in a sweep.

October baseball

2006-10-03T11:50:00.000-07:00

Baseball at its best.

So what do I have for you.

National League

San Diego over St. Louis (3-0) This one will be one of the few "bad" series. The Cardinals may roll over. This team was the first team to free fall into the playoffs. The limp in to October with their closer out and no momentum they are toast. Albert Pujols can only hit 4 times a game. I will hand it to the Friars. The have the right man running the show. Bothcy wins and he does it with less talent then most teams. The shame is that his best team made the mistake of running into the 1998 Yankees. But this teams wins with pitching and D. I just would like to seem them breakout the bad Carls Jr. uniforms of the late 70's again. Those were fresh.

New York over Los Angeles (3-2) This will be the best series of the first round, maybe of the whole playoffs. The Dodgers come into the playoffs flying. This team has been streaky all year. But right now they are very thin on arms and the Mets are a team you need as many arms as possible. The O has picked up and they will make some hay against the Mets. I have to hand to Dodgers for doing a great job getting this team back into the playoffs, without having to give away the farm to do it. I hope the Dodgers prove me wrong and win. Them and the Padres are the teams I can tolerate winning it all. The Mets come in as the class of the NL, even with losing Pedro and their lack of momentum coming into the playoffs.

New York over San Diego (4 - 2 ) Another entertaining series. At this point the Met bats will be rolling and the Padres will not be able to keep up.

The American league

Oakland over Minnesota (3-1) I am enjoying the crow I am eating. Well Frank Thomas I am back to rooting for you sooner than I thought. Billy Beane's moneyball finally wins a series. The Twins have played great since May, but right now they are down to one great pitcher, a rookie named Boof, a guy whose arm may fall off (Radke) and a couple guys named Moe. I just think they will not have enough pitching. Now if they had Liriano it would be different.

New York over Detroit (3-0) Hey Detroit, congrats on being the feel good story of the year. Your reward, a series with the Yankees. This team had a 10 game lead and ended up as the wild card and if the White Sox had not quit they might be looking outside. Their young arms are tired and now they face the Yankee bats, with Matsui and Sheffield back. Maybe this will be done in 2 games

New York over Oakland (4 -1) The A's will show fight, sadly it will be after they are down 3 - 0. The A's will not have enough to get at the middle relief.

Sadly that means we will get what most of America could careless about. Another Subway Series.

The games will be fine and it is not the action on the field that will piss me off. It will be all the hype being rammed down my throat. I know I am petty and jealous.

Yankee over the Mets (4-2) This series will be better than 2000, but Met fans you will have to suffer more torment from Yankee fans.

From the wreckage we take a look at what happened.

2006-10-02T13:42:00.000-07:00

Was I drinking when I made some of these picks?

So Week 4 is almost done and let me go all Quincy on this and review the body.

College Picks

Alabama vs Florida (-15) W (P) Bama had them under wraps until half time and then the Gators just ran all over them

Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech (-9) L (L) Hey I just got a nice card from Chan Gailey, and look it's a picture of a middle finger. Well I earned that one.

USC at Washington State (+17) W (W) Wow this ended up being even closer, but SC made enough plays to win.

Purdue at Norte Dame (-14) W (P) Not as close as the score shows, but the Irish have an awful secondary.

Stanford at UCLA (-23.5) W (L) Boski, you have to show some more faith in this team. They pitch the shutout, but the O still has some issues in the Red Zone. But the D has made huge strides and Special Teams got them another punt block which set up their first score.

Ohio State at Iowa (-7) W (W) The Hawkeyes, just like the Golden Hawks of El Dorado, they wilted in the bright lights.

So I did better this week in the college ranks with 5 - 1 SU but was 2 - 2 - 2 ATS

SU 20 - 4
ATS 10-12-2

Now that was the good news, here comes the bad.

The NFL

San Diego at Baltimore My pick (+2) W (W) Marty you did it again. Marty, at the end of the 3rd Quarter just leave the stadium. You still have not figured it out have you. There is a time to play it safe, but you play it so the safe lands on you. Seriously does someone have to put a stake in Steve McNair's heart to stop the guy. That dude is $3 prime rib tough. Sadly, I think his quality of life after football is going to suck, but damn he is unflappable and the guy makes plays. (My pick Ravens 13 - 10 Final score Ravens 16 - 13)

New Orleans at Carolina (-7) W (L) The pesky Saints kept it close. But you could see at points there just were not clicking. I thought they would have had a bigger let down, but I was wrong, again. The Panthers needed that game if they had any hopes at the division. They are cutting it close. This team has the talent and should be winning by bigger margins. This team is only 5 points away from being 0-3 in the division. But this is why you play the games. ( My pick Panthers 27 - 19 Final score Panthers 21 - 18)

Miami at Houston (+3.5) W (W) Jason Taylor if it was not for the Raiders I would say you were right about your team. This team is a mess. It looks like a subway station, five turnstiles no waiting to hit Culpepper. Also right now Ricky von Blunty is missed. They need to pound the ball so they don't have to see Dante get tee'd off on. Ronnie just is not giving them what they need. Such a high pick for a guy who was never the #1 RB. I think I will be proven wrong but that is what it looks like right now. It does not help that they have a NFL Europe quality O-line. Hey Fin fans, you may have to break the glass and break out Joey. Not what you wanted, but I think he could give them a spark. Also when you going for the 2pt conversion that may save your season and you don't have Culpepper throwing the ball. That tells me that Culpepper is still off. I think he came back too soon and he just does not have his feet beneath him. (My pick Texans 24 - 21 Final Score Texans 18 - 15)

Indy at New York Jets (-9) W (L) This was probably the most entertaining game of the week. I can't wait to watch the replay on the NFL Network. Oh that's right Time Warner is still being a dick. Team Starcrossed looks like they mad the right choice with Mangini, even though that 4th down play was as dumb as all hell. But we will see if the Jets can escape their past. Just when you think things have changed and they will finally put it together, so thing happens. Injuries, Joe Walton, locus you know things that make you say, "Oh those wacky Jets". But also yesterday shows why you have to put the Colts away or they will kill you. Manning with 2:00 and the football you are just asking for heart break. He is no John Elway, but he's not too shabby at the 2 Minute Drill. The Colts even at 4-0 have some issues, stopping the run and special teams will come back to bite you in the playoffs. I will say the Jets final play reminded me of the the Irish in the Rugby World Cup, coming up short, again. (My pick Colts 35 - 18 Final Colts 31 - 28)

Dallas at Tennessee (-9) W (W) Wow, someone has done something to take the spotlight away T.O., congrats Mr. Haynesworth. I have a feeling that somehow this will come back to T.O. After the game Sunday, the only thing that got it worse than Andre Gurode's forehead, was the Titans and their fans. (My pick Cowboys 20 - 9 Final Score Cowboys 45 - 15)

Arizona at Atlanta (-7.5) W (W) Looks like Kurt Warner has got the Bird Flu. Either that or he was doing a great Dave Krieg impersonation. Oh wait, Krieg actually would drive his team for scores, and give his team a shot to win games in between the fumbles. Next week Matt Leinart steps up and gets beat on. The Cards showing us that they are still the Cards. (My pick Falcons 28 - 17 Final Score Falcons 32 - 10)

Minnesota at Buffalo (-1) L (L) I was way off on this one. The Bills right the ship and beat the Vikes who are having too many problems generating points. So Eric and Kevin, please send me your virtual kicks to the groin for not see the power of Bills.Also as penance I will say 10 Jim Kelly's and 8 Andre Reeds. (My pick Vikings 20 - 14 Final Score Bills 17 -12)

San Francisco at Kansas City (-7) W (L) Just when I thought I was way off on a game I got one to top it. Again I must have been on something to say they the 49ers would cover. Well I missed by 34 points. Also here I am giving Huard crap and he makes my pick look like Todd Blackledge. You got me. . . this time. ( My pick Chiefs 20 - 17 Final Score Chiefs 41 -0!)

Detroit at St. Louis (-6) W (W) It was like things hadn't change. Footballs flying, point scoring and the Lions lose. But this time the man who gave us the Greatest Show on Turf had to get into a shootout, but sadly he had to do it with the Lions. Matt Millen what did the city of Detroit ever do to deserve this, seriously? (My pick Rams 23 - 16 Final Score Rams 41 - 34)

Cleveland at Oakland (+3) L (P) Did I seriously pick the Raiders? Wow that was just wrong. This was a tough, tough game to watch with all the 3 and outs, interceptions, sacks, fumbles. Every once in while both teams would display some flashes of talent and execution, but not too much. The Raiders showed America, that Sunday they were Committed to humiliation. You are up 21-3 at home against a team that is 0-3, and they are not very good. So what do you do? You lose. Pack it in fellas. Lets just use the best CFL team to take your place. The brain melting moment of the game was watching Frye almost duplicate his goaline throw last week. Up seven and in the red zone. Third down he is running trying to keep the play alive, when he throws a cross field jump ball in the End Zone. Oh surprise surprise it's picked. You could have ended the game right there by just throwing an incomplete and you kick the FG and you are winning by 2 scores. No let's give the Raiders a chance to go down and score. How Crennel did not punch him in the mouth still boggles my mind. Again Charlie, THROW THE BALL AWAY! (My pick Raiders 10 - 6 Final Score ( Browns 24 -21)

Jacksonville at Washington(+3) L (L) So how about that defensive struggle. Both D's struggled to tackle people. What did Santana Moss have about 3 miles after the catch. Who are the Jags, are they a contender or not. The Skins may be finding life. See what happens when you get the ball down the field. ( My pick Jags 20 - 13, Final Score Redskins 36 - 30 OT).

New England at Cincinnati (-6) L (L) Boski maybe it is time to shut your yap and listen to the experts. This team still has Brady, Belichek and a good D. I think they know what they are doing. Until they lose two in a row I am taking them to win after any loss. Period. But even in my total wrongitude on the matter it was satisfying to see the Bengals get busted in the chops. So Who Dey got suckered punched? Who Dey. Calm down the Super Bowl talk till you stop the run. ( My pick Bengals 27 - 20, Reality Pats 38 - 13)

Seattle at Chicago (-3) W (W) Okay I knew the Bears would win, but I did not see this coming. Even without Alexander this is not a bad team, but they where all over Hassleback. Bears where coming from every direction. The Seahawks should be happy the Hassleback is still standing. The bigger problem is not Alexander, but the leftside of that line is having problems. Spencer, a center, playing guard is not working so far. (My pick Bears 16 - 10 Final Score 37 - 6 ) I can already hear the Bear fans preparing who win, Masters Tiger Woods or Da Bears? That one is easy, Da Bears shot a 17 on 18 holes. If coached by Ditka then they shoot 13 for 18 holes.

So that leaves the Monday Night Brett Farve Worship Night. Oh boy, I can't wait to hear Kornheiser and Thiesman will gush about Farve, until a jealous Madden comes in drunk and threatens Tirico with a broken Jager bottle. The Eagles will beat on the Pack, but Bret Farve will put up a heroic 19 for 38 passing. Totally 254 yards for 1 TD, 3 Ints and 4 sacks. Look Farve is a Hall Of Famer but he should have walked away from this mess.

Well it is Friday and time for the picks

2006-09-29T16:12:00.000-07:00

(Okay I was so rushed that I had to finish this on Sunday)

So here is a very rushed set of picks for you. Stupid work and it requirements for things to get done.

As we saw last week I am horrible against the number. So I am going to drive right back in and hurt myself some more.

Here are my college picks

Alabama at Florida (-15) Urban Meyer and the Gators do some Urban renewal all over the Tide. Gators 39 - 12

Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech (-9) How does Chan Gailey keep his job? I am going to go out on a limb and say the Hokies block a punt. Hokies 27 - 17

USC at Washington State (+17) The Trojans are still trying to find an identity. The Cougars are trying to find a way to spring Dennis Erickson from his job at Idaho. Trojans win, but I think the Cougs cover, barely. USC 28 - 16

Purdue at Norte Dame (-14) Will the Domers be up for this Intra-Indiana scrap. Considering last weeks great escape. I think they win by just enough. Irish 41 - 24

Stanford at UCLA (-23.5) The Bruins need to vent their anger on the Cardinal this weekend. Last week was just god awful. They win but Stanford covers. Bruins 35 - 21

Ohio State at Iowa (-7) Ohio State is the team to beat. Is Iowa the team to do it. I think not. Even though I have a soft spot for the Hawkeyes because the logo and uniforms are what my high school had. I hope that the Iowa wins even if it means Tom Arnold would be happy, but I think Ohio State imposes its will and wins. Buckeyes 23 - 14

Now let me try to give you a quick run down on the NFL Week #4 before I hit the highways.

San Diego at Baltimore (+2) Show me your Lighting Bolt! Just kidding I think if you take the under you will be happy. This team is a litmus test for both. Both have feasted on bad teams so what happens when they step up in class. I think the Ravens will get enough to win. I think they will be all over Rivers. Ravens 13 - 10

New Orleans at Carolina (-7) I used to have a hard and fast rule about the Saints. Never trust them, but now it seems I may need to move that title to the Panthers who win when you don't expect them and then let you down when they should win. But I will give them one more shot. Yes the Saints are 3-0 and playing great, but they just came off a huge emotional win and the Panthers need this game or they will put themselves in non playoff friendly situation. Panthers 27 - 19

Miami at Houston (+3.5) Someone loves the Dolphins because here is another winnable game for them. A chance to get back into the AFC East race. But I am going out on a limb. I think the Texans get a win. Texans 24 - 21

Indy at New York Jets (-9) The Jets have been the surprise so far and are in the hunt, but I think the Colts remind them that they are still rebuilding. Especially if they can not run the ball. Colts 35 - 18

Dallas at Tennessee (-9) Even with the T.O. Circus the Cowboys will abuse the Titans. But the T.O. situation makes me think what level will the Eagles fans go to taunt him when he makes his return to Philly. I can't imagine what the kind warm people that are Eagles fans will do.? Cowboys 20 - 9

Arizona at Atlanta (-7.5) I would have loved to seen Leinart play, because the Falcons would have beaten him silly. The Dirty Birds rebound and make life tough for the Red Birds. Falcons 28 - 17

Minnesota at Buffalo (-1) The Vikes have shown a ton of grit and could be 3-0. The Bills have done the same and they could be 3-0, but I think the Bills lose another tough one. The Bills are getting better, I know that is of no consolation to the fans right now. Vikings 20 - 14

San Francisco at Kansas City (-7) Right now Chief fans are trying to find Elvis Grbek or Rich Gannon, since they know Damon Huad is not the answer. They are in a tough one. They win but the 49ers give them a scare and cover the points. Chiefs 20 - 17

Detroit at St. Louis (-6) Hey kids, it is the Mike Martz Bowl. Rams look to win and help maintain calm in St. Louis as the Cardinals choke away N.L. Central. I think the Rams grind it out. Rams 23 - 16

Cleveland at Oakland (+3) How is anyone favored in this one. This might be the worst game of the year. The Browns won here last year, but with out Droughns the falter. Raiders 10 - 6

Jacksonville at Washington(+3) Jacksonville should be 3-0 right now. They have a good D, and the Offense is starting to come around, but almost does not cut it. They had a chance to beat Indy and they did not take it. Today they face a Redskins who finally decided to show up last week. Sure it was against the Texans but they showed up. I think the Jags grind out a win that is high on punch you in the mouthitude and low on style points. Redskin fans, it may be time to start worrying. Jags 20 - 13

New England at Cincinnati (-6) I keep hearing the "don't go against Brady or the Pats." I think the Pats are in for it today. The Pats are talented and will make the playoffs, but not having the passing game his hurting them. Now if they can withstand the Bengals assault early and be in a position to run the ball, then they have a shot. But Bengals will have too much for the Pats and win 27 - 20.

Seattle at Chicago (-3) A great matchup that would have been better if certain running backs who get drafted by me in their fantasy drafts, didn't break their foot! But I am not bitter about that. So the Bears have a chance to show the country that you may be seeing them play in February. So far they have produced some O for that D. The scary part is that they have not gotten the running game going. Another game if you love the under, take it. Da Bears 16 - 10

Monday night

Green Bay at Philadelphia (-11) Will they actually show us the game or will the camera be on Farve the whole time. Look Farve is wait was great. He is still better than a lot of QB's in the league, but I am over it. The Packers have set themselves back years for having him come back. Packer fans you remember how nice things were back in the 80's, well that where you are heading. As for Monday night, this will be a track meet. Since both teams have problems in the secondary the footballs will be a flying. But the Eagles will at least be able to make a stop, so they roll the Pack. Eagles 34 - 21.

Now please excuse me, I must go dent the couch for the rest of the day.

T.O.

2006-09-27T13:36:00.000-07:00

What are going to do with you?

I have come to the conclusion.

2006-09-26T16:35:00.000-07:00

I am an idiot when it come to the line.

Football Wrap Up

So another week of football is over and what have we learned.

We learned if you hit a five team parlay put more money down.

My college picks

Michigan W (L) They did look sluggish but they covered. Rats!

Georgia W (L) This should be a straight up loss. Hey I rake the Buffalos over the coals and they played inspired until the end. That was a crushing loss for them. Here you are sitting 0-2 and you have a chance to win a huge road game, then to see it slip away. That was not a fun planeride home.

Auburnn W (L) The Bulls coverat Auburnn, another moral victory. I would like to see Gill turn that program around. Haven’t they suffered enough?

Cal W (W) By the time the Sun Devils figured things out they were already behind the woodshed

Ohio State W (W) Closer than the scores indicates. Joe Pa kept them around, but they have no offense and they blew some opportunities. Ohio State just keeps rolling along. Next week at Iowa, which I hope will be entertaining.

Washington W (W) Karl this one hurt. The Bruins should have blown this team out. The scored should have been at least 24 – 0 before the Huskies first score. Hand it to the Huskies. This team could have packed it up, but they didn't. That was a winable game for the Bruins. This one was a shot to the nuts, plain and simple.

USC W (L) Great defense, but the Trojans O looks out of synchsync hopefully it never gin synchsync. Have I mentioned I hate these guys. I think fans will just need to realize that every game is not going to be a blow out, so don’t clog the airwaves with your whinny about not scoring 50 points a night. But then you are SC and that is what you good at. Yes I am very jealous of your success, so bite me.

Michigan State L (L) What they hell is going on at MSU? This maybe one of the most scitzo programs in D-I. Some Saturdays they play like world beaters and others play like the weaker directional Michigan schools. This team does get players right. This program is not a bottom feeder. I think the last time they played in a meaningful bowl game was the Rose Bowl in 87.

So for this week I was: 7-1 SU and 3-5 ATS

That puts the old Boski at:

15-3 SU

8-10 ATS

Now let us shift our attention to the pros.

Redskins W (W) Redskins 31 – 15 Skins spotted the Texans 7 and then beat them with the back end of a shovel the rest of the afternoon. Mark Burnell set an NFL record with a little help from a penalty, with 22 straight completions. It showed they needed Clinton Portis, but this team still far from being a playoff team. If they do this against a quality team then I might change my tune. The Skins need to open up the playbook and strech the field. They did a better job Sunday, but they need to get the ball up field enough to keep 8 out of the box. Bubble screens are great but this aint college so you can only go so far, if that is the majority of you passing game.

Bills L (L) Jets 28 – 20 Just when it was safe to go back into the water. The Jets did something that has never been done. It won a game even when it allowed a 150 yard runner and a 300 yard passer. Buffalo could move the ball, but the Jets made plays when they needed them. Did anyone think the Jets would be in 2nd place of the AFC East after week 1? I didn’t either.

Colts to win, Jags to cover W (P) Colts 21 – 14 Good effort but not good enough Jags. Special teams are special for a reason. Missing a 24 yarder that could have put more pressure on the Colts who where being stymied by a good defensive effort. But if you don't put points on the board you asking for trouble. Hey it was really dangerous to see that the Jag coaching staff let one of their kids run the football. Oh wait that was just Maurice Jones-Drew all 5 foot 6 of him. I loved him at UCLA and I hope he makes it in the league, but it does look like a helmet running the football.

Lions L (L) Packers 31 - 24 More things change the more the things look the same in Detriot. Hey you at least have the Tigers for a couple more weeks.

Dolphins W (L) Dolphins 13 – 10 The Dolphins did get a gift, but the way they played it looked like the Titans had given them some bad clams. Even with this win, the Super Bowl will only be in reach if they contact a ticket agents now.

Bears W (L) Bears 16 – 13 Rex Grossman showed a lot by shaking off the late Pick for Six and leading the Bears to the win. Now if they get the running game going they will be playing in the NFC Championship Game. The Vikes have shown a great deal so far and it looks like that cleaning house was the right thing to do.

Carolina W (L) Carolina 26 – 24 That was a fight between two desperate teams. It looks like the Bucs lost more than the game. Man, Chris Simms took a beating and a half. And now knowing his spleen may have looked more like hamburger, he still went out there and nearly willed them to a win. The Panthers still have some issues to fix, but they stayed in the NFC South race. Cleats off to Kasay for hitting 4 FG’s of 46 yards and longer.

Pittsburgh L (L) Bengals 24 – 20 The last time I saw a punt return messed up like that was when I was a Sophomore in high school. The Steelers had this game and they made mistakes along the lines of getting into a land war in Asia. They gave the Bengals too many chances. Two TO’s in the second half that lead to two, two play drives and 14 points. The Bengals were so happy that after the game a couple of them celebrated with the Highway Patrol.

Baltimore W (L) Ravens 15 – 14 Charlie, throw the ball away. I have seen hell, and it is life as a Browns fan.

Seahawks W (W) Seahawks 42 – 30 The Giants may be the biggest headcases in NFC East. I was listening to someone talk about the Giants and how when they win, it all about the players making the plays. But when they lose they blame the coaching. This is going to get ugly at Camp Coughlin if they do not get on track soon. Fantasy tangent -This game was a tough one to swallow. Yes, I am one of those unlucky to have had the 3rd pick of their fantasy drafts. I took Alexander. So right now I want to punch John Madden in the mouth. But I had two other players in this game one of them was Hassleback. So you think I should have won going away right. Nope, I won but only by a couple of points. That was due to the fact the team I played screwed up its line-up. The other horse I had in the race was the Seahawk D, which played great in the 1st Half . But they gave up way too many points and yards. Totally wasting that 1st half effort. Damn it, damn it, damn it. Okay back to real football, we will see how long the Seahawks will be without Alexander and if they can win. Tasty tidbit last season they did go 10 – 0 without their top wideout. So this team has operated without all of it's tools and won. I know some tool are more valuable than other, but I think they will hold things down till he comes back. That is if he comes back.

Eagles to win, but 49ers to cover W (L) Eagles 38 – 24 Mike Peterson just crossed the goaline. Well, it looks like the Eagles are over last weeks debacle. I wonder if the NFL will ever look at offensive facemasking. I think sometime ballcarriers get away with too much with the stiff arms. A defensive player goes to the head of an offensive player and that is a penalty, but Brian Westbrook rockem sockem a Niners DB and it’s a great play. Keep the stiff arm but when you delivering a right cross to a players head, then it should be a penalty. Hey I am just saying.

Cardinals L (L) Rams 16 – 14 Yes Denny Green you should be very pissed after this one. You get a gift like that and then boom you team soils themselves well within FG range . Maybe even with the new duds and new stadium they are still just the Cardinals.

Patriots L (L) Broncos 17 – 7 Wow the power of negative thinking. I thought they would be in this game but they would not generate enough O. I was wrong, and they didn’t really need much O. They made Brady angry and I loved it. Now this team still has some kinks to workout. The running game is not all the way back. The passing game still is a little undercooked. And they still need to get more heat on the QB without having to send more than 6

Falcons L (L) Saints 23 – 3 Well if you wanted a Movie of the Week, you got it. This game was made for the Hallmark Channel. The Falcons reverted to what I thought they would be more like. But I must realize that they were not this bad and they did weaponsve some defensive wepons. I see them rebounding. Also tonight it was not 11 on 11 out there. For the Saints, I hope they keep being the surpise of the season. It would be good for them, and the city and the league. Even though I think it is just a matter of time before that team leaves. So I hope they can enjoy it while it lasts. They most certainly earned the right to have something entertaining take their minds off all they are enduring. Still lots of rebuilding to be done. I hope we don’t think it is all okay and forget about it. Alright I am done with that and I am off the soapbox.

Let us look at the big board.

Week # 3: SU 8 – 6 (Yuck) ATS 2 – 11 – 1 (That was horrible)

So after 3 weeks it stands:

SU 32 – 14 (69%) That is a D+ Mr. Boski
ATS 20 – 25 – 1 (43%) Bad, but still above the president's approval rating.

Nitpicking with wit, the picks of Nitwit.

2006-09-22T16:14:00.000-07:00

Well as I sit here wasting time in my appointed cube it is time for me to try to make myself look knowledgeable on football.

Lets see what is going on, on campus.

Wisconsin at Michigan (-13.5) Great win last week by Michigan. Are they back or are the Irish a tad overrated. We will see. But Saturday I see them winning, but not by too much. The Badgers give a good fight as Michigan suffers some let down. Michigan 25 – 20

Colorado at Georgia (-27) Dan Hawkins you left the Smurf turf for this. I think all the good work Barnett did at Northwestern gets tossed out because CU is awful. Georgia 38 – 10

Buffalo at Auburn (-41 Yikes) This is what they call a body bag game. I hope the money is worth it Buffalo. Auburn 56 – 9

Arizona State at California (-9) This one might be very entertaining till the fourth. I see Cal playing more like the team that would have at least given the Vols a fight. Cal 31 – 20

Penn State at Ohio State (-17) Ohio State marches on toward Phoenix. Sorry Joe Pa all you get out of this game is motivation for next years game. Ohio State 37 – 17

UCLA at Washington (+3) Washington has fallen from its loft perch in the Pac-10, but has shown a lot of moxie so far, win at Fresno and hanging at Norman. The Bruins looked good against Utah, bad against Rice. I think they step into it this weekend and Ty Willington continues to make his case on staying at WU. I hope I am wrong, but Washington 27 – 20

USC at Arizona (+21.5) Call animal control they need to pick up this bloodied Wildcat. Again I hope I am wrong USC 40 – 14

Notre Dame at Michigan State (+3) I think it will be safe to take the over. The Spartans always show up for the Irish. I think they will again and put the Irish title hope officially out of its misery Spartan 30 – 28

Now on to Week 3 of the Pros

Washington at Houston (+4) I am so tempted to take the Texans because the Skins are an expensive mess. Bordering on Paris Hilton, but they will pull this one out. Skins 28 – 21

New York Jets at Buffalo (-5.5) How about those scrappy Bills. Maybe the old man does know what he is doing. The Jets are showing progress, but not enough to win this week. Bills 23 – 12

Jacksonville at Indianapolis (-7) This one is getting a lot of hype and rightfully so since the Jags did impress on Monday Night. They have won here so an upset is not out of the cards, especially if Freeney is out. But it Dome Sweet Dome and the Colts win, but not by much. Colts 24 Jags 20

Green Bay at Detroit (-7) You must be bad when the team you a touchdown underdog to a team that also has not won. Yuck. The Lions win in an ugly display of football, which seem to be a trend these days. Lions 16 – 7

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh (-2) This is the game of the weekend. I think we will definitely see more points than we saw Monday night. The yapping has already started from the Bengal’s, which should lead to some entertaining trash talking on the field. Also beware of Joey, after the dog incident this week he might me a little testy, which is rare with Joey. If the Bengals had not got as dinged up I would take them, but I think the Steelers hold home field and pull one out. Steelers 28 – 24

Tennessee at Miami (-10.5) The Fish get a gift, and their playoff hopes get some reviving. Well until the next game. The Titans are a mess. Jeff Fisher is going to make some other team very happy when this season ends. Fish 25 – 10

Chicago at Minnesota (+4) I do not know who has impressed me more. Is it the Bears and Grossman, or the toughness that the Vikes are showing right now? I think the Bears continue to grow and get people in the Windy City excited about January. Bears 20 – 14

Carolina at Tampa Bay (+3) Chris Simms meet Julian Peppers. You will be seeing a lot of him. Pray he does not eat onions Sunday morning. Mr. Gruden go find Applewhite, he is good at cleaning up after Chris. Panthers 26 – 10

Baltimore at Cleveland (+7) Sadly the Ravens are back and terrorizing teams again. Again it is showing it is tough to be a Browns fan. Ravens 29 – 9

New York Giants at Seattle (-3.5) Great win by the G-Men and they will give a fight, but a long trip and the poor secondary will make this a frustrating day out. Seahawks 31 – 24

Philadelphia at San Francisco (+6) Eagles dropped one they had and losing the Freak makes it even more of a shot to the gut. They regroup this week, but the 49ers are showing life. Eagles 30 – 27

St. Louis at Arizona (-4.5) The Cards are going to rebound and the Rams will again have problems as the loss of McCollum at center will still hurt them. Cardinals 27 – 13

Denver at New England (-7) Which Bronco team shows up. Shanny always has this team ready to play against the Pats. But I think the Pats will make life tough for Jake (note to Broncos please, please prove me wrong). The Broncos keep it close but the Pats prevail. Pats 24 – 10

Atlanta at New Orleans (+4) Could the NFL set this up any better? Not really unless they were behind the Texans taking Williams so the Saint could get Bush and try to revive the franchise, or if things don’t go well the franchise has a star so if it moves it can grab the fans. I am just saying there may have been NBAesque conspiracy ala Pat Ewing and the Knicks. But I am just one man with a wacky theory. This game will be off the charts on emotion and will be a cracking good game till the Saints get a stop on the Falcons when they need one. Falcons 31 – 26.

All right, I have to get ready and blow this taco stand. So have a good weekend and wish me luck in Vegas. I won’t be able to sit and enjoy all the football glory, but I will be able to catch some.

Got to get this blog moving.

2006-09-22T11:10:00.000-07:00

So far this blog has been as piss poor as the White Sox play since the All-Star Break. I am working on it people, or person who reads this. I want to provide you with entertainment or at least something to use to line your virtual birdcages.

Management

So we are done with Week #2.

2006-09-19T13:52:00.000-07:00

Well I still know very little about college football. Speaking of Separation Saturday.

I think it will be safe to say that Oklahoma will not schedule any games at Pac 10 stadiums for a while, if possible. Man that was botched beyond recognition.

Speaking of getting jobbed, what happened on that mugging that was committed late in the 4th? I thought it was a penalty. Sadly LSU could score in the 9th and dropped a 7-3 decision. Does the Auburn Qb get credit for a quality start for this game?

USC beats Nebraska - So I am to believe that Bill Callahan has this huge playbook. Why did it seem he ran the same 8 plays all night. Hey Bill when you get done patting yourself on the back for not giving up 50 points, you need to remember your still lost.

Holy Touchdown Jesus, you guys got clubbed by Michigan. Well the Irish can cancel those plans to head to Phoenix this January.

Let's hear it for the Cuse, you gave the Illini a beat down. I hope the Orange will see they are not the biggest program to suck ass. The Illini are now a Superfund site.

Can Louisville have anything more happen to it best players? First Bush now Brohm.

Texas bounced back and went all Atkins Diet on Rice. It ridiculed and abused a carb all day.

Nice little comeback by the Gators. Well now it looks like the heat maybe put back on Fulmer.

Speaking of hot seats. Larry Coker you better update the resume because how do you lose with those players?

So how did I do with my five picks.

Ducks 30 Sooners 19 (Actual Score Ducks 34-33) W(L) Even in the loss, Peterson should be in the final three for the Heisman
Auburn 28 LSU 20 (Aubur 7-3) W (W) - Punters deserved game balls, this game was about field position.
Irish 30 Wolverines 21 (Wolverines 47 - 20 ) L (L)This loss was almost Jerry Faustian in nature.
Gators 27 Vols 23 (Gators 21-20) W (L) It takes something to come back from 17-7 amidst the sea of Orange at Nyland Stadium.
USC 49 Nebraska 20 (U$C 28 -10) W (W) I still hate you USC, I hate you very much.

4 - 1 SU and 2-3 ATS
8-2 for the year SU
5-5 ATS for the year

Before we get to the pros here some random thoughts on

Baseball

In instead of gifts, please send a LF and set up men to the Chicago White Sox. I will have an Arizona address for you to send those to soon.

Mets win the NL East, oh yeah. Great I see another Subway Series coming, which means I can catch up on my napping. Yes I am a bitter White Sox fan, but I can not get behind another all New York World Series. Now if this was pre-1958 okay I am down, but I am not.

Hey Pete maybe you could sign some more baseballs and write, "I am sorry I a douche". You are a real class act Pete.

Hockey

NO this can't be happening. They do not make Finnish goons like they used to.

NHL Exhibition - you can catch the games at your local Sunglass Hut.

Soccer

Damn you Arsenal, damn you!

Alright enough of that lets get to the NFL

This week was not a grand as last week

Buffalo at Miami (-6.5) My pick Miami 23 - 16 Actual score 16 - 6 Bills - L (L) looks like the Bills are better and the Pins are not as great as many hoped.

Carolina at Minnesota (+1) My pick Carolina 20 - 14 Actual Score Minnesota 16 - 13 OT. L (L) Hi, Panthers Special Teams coach I just need to ask, WTF? Why try a trick play at that point?

Cleveland at Cincinnati (-10.5) Cincinnati 38 - 17 Actual Score 34 - 17. W (W) Sure the Browns got beat, but they did beat on the Bengals. Go check out the injury list.

Detroit at Chicago (-8.5) Bears 19 - 12 Actual Score Bears 34 - 7 W (L) Didn't the Bears score 41 points all season last year?

Tampa Bay at Atlanta (-5.5) Bucs 24 - 17 Actual Score Falcons 14 - 3 L (L) Since it be talk like a pirate day. Avast ye Jon Gruden you and ye team need to stop soiling the poop deck and be manning the pumps. For this vessel be sinking. Arrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Oakland at Baltimore (-12.5) Ravens 20 - 3 Actual Score Raven 28 - 6 W (W) I told you Mr. Brooks to be afraid. This was not a game but hobo beating.

New York Giants at Philadelphia (-3) Eagles 26 - 21 Actual Score Giants 30 - 24 OT L (L) For 3 quarters it looked like the Eagles were back, but sadly they forgot they had to play 4. That is a real tough loss and it got worse with losing Kearse for the year. Ouch!

New Orleans at Green Bay (+2) Saints 35 - 24 Actual Score Saints 34 - 27 W (W) Well I think the NFL could have not written a better script for next Monday nights game.

Houston at Indianapolis (-13.5) Colts 38 - 10 Actual Score Colts 43 - 23 W (W) Looks like the furniture is safe for another day

Arizona at Seattle (-7) Seahawks 37 - 26 Actual Score Seahawks 21 - 10 W (W) My fantasy hopes may be dashed since Porkchop is out for a few weeks. Now Hassleback and Alexander will disappoint me.

St. Louis at San Francisco (+3) 49ers 23 - 13 Actual Score 49ers 20 - 13 W (W) The Niners will win only 5 but they should be a pain in the ass all season for teams.

Kansas City at Denver (-11) Broncos 28 - 14 Actual Score Broncos 9 (gulp) 6 in OT W (L) Wow this was awful, but they got a win somehow. Jake you beginning to worry me.

New England at New York Jets (+6) Pats 30 - 10 Actual Score Pats 24 - 17 W (W) Hey I will hand it to the Jets for fighting.

Tennessee at San Diego (-11.5) Chargers 28 - 10 Actual Score Chargers 40 - 7 W (W) Oh sweet jebus what happened here. This game was almost as ugly as the Raider game. Titans good luck putting together the highlight slideshow this year.

Washington at Dallas (-7) Cowboys 20 - 9 Actual Score Cowboys 27 - 10 W (W) I can already hear the little man start to go ape shit. Note to Dan, you can spend money, but spend it on players who can play. Brunell has nothing left in that arm. Well you might have kept Ramsey a little longer now. Or maybe try to get Volek since Campbell is not ready. Hey just a thought.

Pittsburgh at Jacksonville (+2.5) Steelers 17 - 14 Actual Score 9 - 0 L (L) This one made the Broncos/Chief game seem like an old AFL shootout. Both D'd looked good, but Cowher if Ben has a 103 temp then sit him. Try to win with Batch. I think you ran a huge risk by play Ben.

So Week #2 Boski was:

11- 5 SU
8 -8 ATS

Which puts us so far at
24 - 8 SU (75%)
18 - 14 ATS (56%)

Talk like a Pirate.

2006-09-19T12:02:00.000-07:00

We lost again.

We traded our best player away for a ham sandwich

We miss Andy Van Slyke.

Barry wasn't an asshole when he was here.

I miss the cake hats.

Where are you Mike Easler. . .

Oh wait wrong Pirates.

Let us see what my crystal ball has for you.

2006-09-15T15:41:00.000-07:00

Well this weekend is being proclaimed as Separation Saturday for College, and Possible Positioning for Brad Quinn Sunday. Saturday is a great day for football with a ton of great intersectional matchups. So here are some of my quick and probably moronic thoughts on 5 of the big ones.

Oklahoma at Oregon (-4.5) Ducks hold off Peterson and then team hold Peterson from find Bohmer. Thanks to the ex-Sonner QB teams are stack 32 in the box. Ducks 30 Sooners 19

LSU at Auburn (-3) This one will be very close in fact I see OT. Also the safest betting tip I have for you on this game. Take the Tigers. But if you ask me I take Auburn 28 LSU 20

Michigan @ Notre Dame (-5.5) Winner become the leader in NCAA Football winning %. Throw that out to your friends, impress them. Speaking of impressing, the Irish looked good last week and I see them beating the Wolverines in a battle of two great fight songs. Irish 30 Wolverines 21

Florida at Tenn (+3.5) We will see if the Vols are back. I think this will be a breakout for leak and Meyer will keep the www.fireurbanmyer.com off his back for another week. Gators 27 Vols 23

Nebraska at University of Spreading Cash (-17.5) I am must be old, because seeing that the Huskers are that much of a dog is still a shock to me. Even though I dreamed of the day of seeing them get it rammed down their throats. I think SC will bury them. Man I hate SC. USC 49 Husked 20

Now to Sunday

Buffalo at Miami (-6.5) This one has had me going back and forth. But the Bills do not play well in Miami early. Miami 23 Buff 16

Carolina at Minnesota (+1) Short week, emotional win and an opponent that was shamed last week = Vikes lose. Carolina 20 Minnesota 14

Cleveland at Cincinnati (-10.5) With all the Orange, Brown, Black and White it will look like fall threw up on the field. Sadly when this is over the Browns will be the one wretcing. Cincinnati 38 - 17

Detroit at Chicago (-8.5) Bears put it to the Pack and the Lions frustrated Team Potted Meat almost all day. The Bears just smoother the Lions, but Lions cover Bears 19 - 12

Tampa Bay at Atlanta (-5.5) Until I see otherwise the Bucs have the speed to contain Vick. Also if Abraham is still hurting Simms may actually find one of his own receivers. Bucs 24 - 17

Oakland at Baltimore (-12.5) Aaron Brook, be afraid, be very afraid. Ravens 20 - 3

New York Giants at Philadelphia (-3) I think we will see the Eagles are for real and the grumbling begins for the G-Men. Eagles 26 - 21

New Orleans at Green Bay (+2) I think the Saints get revenge for the 52 they had put on them. The Saints could be 2-0 and on top of the division when Sunday ends. Saints 35 - 24

Houston at Indianapolis (-13.5) Another that could be very ugly. Colts 38 - 10

Arizona at Seattle (-7) Team Potted Meat comes out firing and tempers Cardinals fever that has been sweeping the nation. Seahawks 37 - 26

St. Louis at San Francisco (+3) I think the Niners shock the Sheep and that is not because I am still pissed about last week. 49ers 23 - 13

Kansas City at Denver (-11) Broncos have to play better, they may have a problem covering but they win and avoid going 0-2 before going to New England. Broncos 28 - 14

New England at New York Jets (+6) Pats 30 - 10. Next!

Tennessee at San Diego (-11.5) Another beat down Chargers 28 - 10. Next!

Washington at Dallas (-7) No Southside Jerome for the Skins means no chance. Cowboys 20 - 9

Pittsburgh at Jacksonville (+2.5)This will be the most physical matchup of the weekend. Even with Batch the Steelers win. Steelers 17 - 14

Catching up.

2006-09-15T09:52:00.000-07:00

Sorry busy, busy, work keeps getting in the way of the important things.

So Week #1 is in the books and Boski had a good week.

If it wasn't for the Skins, you think with all the money thrown around maybe just maybe you get a kicker. I would have gone 13 - 3 SU. Did alright ATS 10 - 6.

Before I go into this weeks pick.

Beware of free falling Tigers. Didn't I see this last year. If the Tigers some how fall out of first and fall out of Wild Card, possible but improbable. They might as well just close up shop and fold the franchise. This collapse would be just below the Phillies of '64 and just above the Angels of '95. I will say the Twins have done all the right things, and god I hate saying that. But was it worth risking Liriano's arm. I know you play to win, but still with a player who has such a bright future you shelve him and not risk him doing even more damage.

What kind of nation have we become when you see Punter on Punter violence.

So another Bush doing something that is against the rules.(Yahoo Sports) If the NCAA would come down on USC then I would be able to scratch that off the Christmas wish list. At first, I almost felt bad for USC. I hate seeing programs pay for the actions of players or coaches no longer at the school, especially when they find things years later. I read the article and see what is being alleged. It makes me think. I pause and then I remembered how much I really hate the Trojans. So let them hang. Take away his Heisman, strip scholarships and make them give up their last title or two (which will please the Auburn fans) and turn over any O.J. evidence. But you know, as I reflect. Maybe I should not be too harsh on Reggie. After all he did take a pay cut to play in the NFL. So hasn't he paid enough.

Raider Football - Commitment to Excrement. Good job, good job. Joey Porter you are pure class. (S.F. Gate)

Could they at least get a free ottoman if they score against the Colts. (Deadspin)

Ewwwwwwwwwwwww. This marketing idea is almost disgusting as watching the Browns. (Deadspin)

Please enjoy this young Brazilian boys salute to the Florida elections of 2000. (Deadspin)

Alright I will be back later with my picks for this weekend.

So lets us take a look at the picks.

2006-09-11T10:53:00.000-07:00

Let us see how we came out.

Saturday

I was right on 4 out of the 5 straight up, but sadly I missed and missed hard on the spread on a couple of them.

PSU at ND W (W) This one got ugly in a hurry.
Colorado at Colorado State L (L) I thought Checks Seized U was going to be down, wrong!
Rice at UCLA W (L) Rice is not as bad a I thought but still. UCLA plays like that against ND or USC and they put 60 on the Bruins.
OSU at Texas W (W) Colt Brennen looked more Gelding Brennen. So it's OSU vs. USC in the Fiesta Bowl. Oh joy.
Oregon at Fresno St. W (W) Ducks looked good I think they handle OU next week in Autzen Stadium.

So far
4-1 SU and 3-2 ATS

Now to the pros

Den at St.L W (W) Sadly I was right about this one. This could have been a blowout
NYJ at Tenn W (W) Ugly but entertaining to some extent.
Atl at Car L (L) Excuse me I can't talk right now, mouth full of crow.
Cinn at KC W (W) If Green is not alright, it could be a very long season. I am still trying to decide if that hit was clean, or cheap, since he was going into a hook slide.
Sea at Det W (L) Whoa, what is going on here? Sadly this game affected my roto team since I have Alexander and Hassleback. Fiddlesticks!
Phil at Hou W (W) Eagles looked good.
Balt at TB L (L) Way off on this one, and sadly my fears of the Ravens being decent have come back
N.O. at Clev W (W) Bush looked good but the Saints cut close. It must be real tough being a Browns fan.
Buff at N.E. W (L) That is a tough way to lose, a safety. The Bills showed a lot and the Pats may want to pony up to Deion Branch.
Chi at G.B. W (W) Farve wakes up this morning and realize his lunch money was taken, along with his dignity.
SF at Ari W (W) Who would have thought there were that many Cardinal fans.
Dall at Jax L (L) This picked looked good right up till Bledsoe started handing out gifts. Also how does Leftwitch complete anything with that delivery. Hey, as long as they win.
Indy at NYG W (W) Right now I am very thankful they did not breakout the Manning sonogram. My god, the Manning vs. Manning was way over played. It was an entertaining football game none the less.

So we have two more tonight and I stand by my original picks. So far week one I have 11 -3 SU and 9 - 5 ATS, including Thursday Night. Not a bad start.

A slapdash NFL predictions and Week 1 picks.

2006-09-08T15:45:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone. I am going to take a square peg and hammer it in to a round hole this afternoon. I have spent the last few months reading anything about the NFL that was not bolted down. Okay I tried, at least. So the NFL has kicked off and we begin the march to XLI. Here are my picks. Don't worry in a couple of weeks we will all have a laugh.

I am not going to bore you with my reasons. Well maybe later.

NFC East
Dallas
Philadelphia
New York
Washington

NFC North
Chicago
Detroit
Minnesota
Green Bay

NFC South
Carolina
Tampa Bay
Atlanta
New Orleans

NFC West
Seattle
Arizona
St. Louis
San Francisco

Wild Cards Philadelphia and Tampa Bay

AFC East
New England
Miami
Buffalo
New York Jets

AFC North
Pittsburgh
Cincinnati
Baltimore
Cleveland

AFC South
Indianapolis
Jacksonville
Tennessee
Houston

AFC West
San Diego
Denver
Kansas City
Oakland

Wild Cards Cincinnati, Miami

Playoffs

NFC
Dallas over Tampa Bay
Chicago over Philadelphia

Carolina over Dallas
Seattle over Chicago

Carolina over Seattle

AFC

Cincinnati over San Diego
Indianapolis over Miami

Pittsburgh over Cincinnati
New England over Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh over New England

Super Bowl XLI

Pittsburgh over Carolina

But most importantly

NFC covers the 3.5 at the Pro Bowl.

Okay are you still there?

Good here are a couple picks for Saturday.

Penn State at Notre Dame (-7.5) ND wins 32 - 24
Colorado at Colorado State (+2) Colorado bounces CSU like a bad check 28 - 17
Rice at UCLA (-27) Rice, please find a comfortable spot behind the woodshed you will there all day Saturday UCLA 58-20
Oregon at Fresno State (+3.5) Team Rollerball shows that they will be in the upper half of the Pac 10 Oregon 26 - 20

The Game of the Night
Ohio State at Texas (-2.5) I like Ohio State since they will have enough D and get enough O to win a close one. OSU 23 - 20

The Pros

Denver at St. Louis (+3.5) Being the pessimist I am I see Miami all over again, but we will be in the game longer. St. L 27 - 19
NYJ at Tennessee (-2.5) This game looks like a mess, but the Jets will squeak out a win NYJ 16 - 10
Atlanta at Carolina (-5) Panther figure out Vick and Foster shows the Falcons they are still soft up the middle. Car 30 - 20
Cincinnati at Kansas City (-2) One of the most interesting match-ups of the weekend. So how will the Edwards Era begin. I say with a loss. Cinn 38 - 27
Seattle at Detroit (+6)- Rod Marinelli welcome to the NFL. Sea 28 - 13
Philadelphia at Houston (-5)- Texans will be better, but not today. Phil 24 - 16
Baltimore at Tampa Bay (-3) - Another game that has me going back and forth, but I like Tampa. TB 20 - 10
New Orleans at Cleveland (-3) New Orleans gets off to a good start. Clev still trying to fit Crennel's system. N.O. 31 - 25
Buffalo at New England (-10) Buffalo may be extinct by 3rd Quarter. N.E. 30 - 14
Chicago at Green Bay (+3) Farve came back for this. Chi 13 - 9
San Francisco at Arizona (-7.5) The Cards favored by a TD and playing at home. I feel whoozy. Ari 28 - 13
Dallas at Jacksonville (-2) Jacksonville when 9-1 against sub .500 teams 12-4 total. They need to show they can play with the big boy, but Dallas prevails. Dall 21 - 17
Indy at New York Giants (+3) - I can not wait . . . for this game to be over. Sure it may be a great game but I am sick of the Peyton/Eli hype. I cringe if they play against each other in a Super Bowl. Indy 30 - 24

Monday Night - Lets play two.

Minnesota at Washington (-3) I still do not like this team and their crash is coming sooner than later, but they beat the Vikes. Wash 26 - 17

San Diego at Oakland (-3) Hide the children this could get ugly. S.D. 31 - 10

I am out of here.

Welcome back football, lets us never fight again.

2006-09-08T14:49:00.000-07:00

Last night was the start of NFL season and I was giddy like a school kid who had been taking huffs off freshly mimeographed copies.

Where to start where to start.

The game was a little sluggish, but that was to be expected for an opener. But there were very few penalties so a pretty clean game.

Not even before the first week even finished we already have people bitching at the zebras. I think they should go back to having the buzzer, but the review is all on Saban. He can't wait, he needs his people to give him an answer quicker.

For all those who say the refs love Pittsburgh, what about the PI call they did not get in the third quarter. Batch had the guy open for a big gain and the Dolphin DB came in early and interfered with Wilson trying to catch.

I think Fast Willie will do just fine

Joey, is something you are not telling us. Hey if there is, I am not going to say that there is anything wrong with that.

I think Heath Miller is still open. Come on in know he got some wheels, but when a TE goes more than 25 yards without getting touched, then you should have 11 players and a coordinator walking home.

I can hear Viking fans giggling. Dante will get better, but this is one of the things along with the secondary that make me take pause with the Dolphins. This team is a wild card team, unless New England falls hard. I am not saying this is a bad team. I am saying they are not as great as some advertise.

Back to Culpepper, he was not totally bad, he did make a nice throws. His throw to Welker on 2nd down on their drive before the half was a wonderful touch pass.

Speaking of Welker he did a fantastic job, his return and his first half catches put Miami in position to get their 10 points.

The O-Line may be a problem for Miami. Pittsburgh D is an elite unit and does a lot of things other team don't, but they were not sharp. Miami got protection early, but when Pittsburgh dialed up the pressure. Culpepper had people in his face all night.

Also 38 yards rushing on 18 attempts is not going to get it done. To me it will be interesting to see if Brown is up to taking the load. Or are they going to miss Puffy Puffy Herby Herb. He did show a nose for goalline, but in all fairness they need to get him more carries. If they are running less than 20 times a game they are screwed.

Charlie Batch 3 TD's. I only had one beer, so I was not drunk. Hmmm. He played very well. He did not force too many. This is big, because the Steelers could allow Big Ben more time to recoup.

28 - 17 not too far off from 20 - 17. But don't worry I am will quickly come back to earth with my other picks.

Other items before I finish.

Attention Nike, you may want to rethink your Briscoe High Ad's. Or at least making Mike Vick transfer. Briscoe has to come from behind to win. Also you have LT make the game winning pass. That say Vick was overthrowing everyone like it was the Powerade ad. You shmucks have LT, Vick, Urlacher and Palamalu and you almost lose to that team. Thanks, since you could not cover the 35 1/2, I lost money. You rat bastards. I say fire Shula. Also one last thing, if Jillian Barbarie is attending your high school then the mascot needs to be changed to the Skanks. Yes, I did go there. What of it?

Before I get to the football, I need to talk about the football.

2006-09-08T10:46:00.000-07:00

Yes before I try to give you my thoughts on last nights game and maybe just maybe I will give you Boski's Craptastic Pro Football Bonanza I ran across this.

Qualifying for Euro 2008 began and since Northern Ireland is still in Europe they are still allowed to try to qualify. So how have things gone? Well they lost to Iceland. Yes that football powerhouse Iceland. Iceland is just a step above the Ferroe Islands and Leitchenstein in Euro football. I thought this team could mark Bjork, looks like I was wrong.

So just when it seemed the Northern Irish would just be killing time till they get pounded in World Cup qualify this happens. Got you again Spain! This almost as good as the win they had over England last summer. To come back twice and beat a squad like a quality side like that is fantastic. Now if your brethren from the south can start doing that.

This would really suck if he split Biggie chili on his lap.

2006-09-08T08:35:00.000-07:00

Matt Millen what kind of team are you running. (Thanks to Jalopnik, I love the title of the article)

Matt, I think you should just give your two weeks and go back to the booth. Or go be ref, you had fun with that and you would be good at it. Hey I am just trying to look out for you and the people of Detroit have suffered enough. It is getting so bad the fan miss Wayne Fontes. And I have heard reports they want to dig up Bobby Layne.

It starts tonight.

2006-09-07T16:12:00.000-07:00

Football, glorious football.

I am ready for it. Last night drafted my team so I have now 3 teams to monitor. How am I going to get work done?

Tonight it is Fish at Steelers. The line is Pitt - 1.5

As much as I keep hearing about the Fins. I am still not sold on them yet. Tonight I see the Steelers doing enough to get a win. The emotion of opening night and seeing the banner will carry them.

Boski Bits of Info:

I think the Steelers need to get pressure on Culpepper early and rattle his cage. This is an O-Line that still has questions.

Keep Mc Michael in check, he is the one who I think will get the most out of having Dante throwing.

But the Steelers will be in trouble if they can give Culpepper time. The Pins want a shootout since the Steelers might not have enough O, without Big Ben and maybe Ward. So I see the Pins airing it out early, maybe throw some no-huddle in to minimize the blitz looks. Make the Steelers chase them and then pound them with Ronnie Brown late.

The Steelers will lean on Parker heavily tonight. Which is why it is so important that Batch make some plays early in the passing game, to get that running game room. The secondary is the area that the Dolphins still have a lot to prove. So if they can keep 8 out of the box, advantage slides to the Steelers.

But then every sports talking head says the same thing.

So the score will be

Pittsburgh 20
Miami 17

Alright, I am out of here.

Boski's Blog O' Sports Manifesto

2006-09-07T10:22:00.000-07:00

It is my goal to provided you with the best in choppily written and over wrought, with strange and fanciful views of the world of sports through the bizarre prism that is the mind of Boski. I want to use this blog a Super Fund site to store all the thoughts and opinions I have on sports.

Here are some of the Blog O' Sports Core Values

1. Watching anything with a score

2. Jon Fucenda voice will be the voice we here when we go the pearly gates.

3. And Stuart Scott's will be the voice you here if you go to hell.

4. When you speak of Vincent Edward Jackson, he is only spoken in reverent tones.

5. Day baseball is manna from heaven

6. We mourn that the mid range jumper died sometime in the 90's

7. Reserved for John Albert Elway

8. Astro-Turf is the devils handiwork

9. Worship and offers of sacrifice to images of Oscar Gamble's fro.

10. Harold Douglas Baines - because it is my blog damn it.

11. Still can't believe that Cannes has not recognized any of the work of NFL Films.

12. A positive result in the boxscores can go carry you a long way even when your day is in the crapper.

13. The Super Bowl should be a Holiday and Bowl Season is one of the most wonderful times of the year.

14. Madden Football right up there with Gutenberg Printing press, penicillin and Tivo as history's greatest inventions.

15. Wash, rinse, repeat.

There will be more to come.

Warning this blog may have high levels White Sox, Broncos, Kings, Lakers, Bruins, Man U, TV Sitcom and Gilded Age presidents reference. Please consult a physician before viewing this blog. Side effects may result in:

itching

dry mouth

joint pain

dropsy

gout

color blindness

GI discomfort

rabies

irrational fear of banjos

random clucking like a chicken

gigantism

nervous ticks

death

and in some severe cases boredom

Please enjoy.

New blog!

2006-09-06T15:43:00.000-07:00

But with same old author.

Ladies and Gentlemen of planet Earth and Milky Way Galaxy. My name is Boski and I am here to underwhelming you with a blog just about sports. Which is not much different than the old Blog Muffin, other than the constant cameo appearances of Bubba Smith and Dick Butkus. So it is like a mentally challenged version of the failed ABC version of Blue Thunder.

I plan to use this as a vehicle to show I no insights about sports, even though I have spent my life consumed with it. I will be a poor man Jimmy the Greek. All of that and I will do it without the racial insensitivity. I know that is a low blow.

So sit back and enjoy the shame. Please warm up before throwing debris at the stage.