Christian's Picks:
1. Packers: Wins by 15+ Points
The Packers may never lose again, let's face it. They are like the Patriots in that they never hold back and always try to score, whether they're up by 1 or by 35. Kyle Orton will be starting for a shaky Chiefs team who just fired their coach, Todd Haley. Teams never do too well in the week after firing their coach. Greg Jennings will be out for the Packers but this shouldn't affect Rodgers too much because he has other weapons like Nelson and Finley to throw too. If the Packers can beat the Raiders by 30 points after benching all their starters in the second half, they can beat the Chiefs by at least 15.
2. Detroit Lions
The Lions are a better team hands down. They will have Suh back and with him, Vanden Bosch, and Fairley, they will make Carson Palmer sweat. The Lions need a win here and they need the Cowboys, Bears, and Seahawks to lose ONE of their three remaining games to make the playoffs. The Raiders likely need to win out to make the playoffs which they probably won't do, starting with this game. Stafford is simply going to tear apart their disappointing defense (18th in passing yards allowed and 29th in rushing yards allowed). The Raiders let up 27.2 PPG and score only 22.3 while the Lions score 28.2 PPG and allow 23.4 PPG. Lions win this 23-17.
Ryan's Picks will be up tommorow
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Sunday, December 18, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
December 16th Picks
Ryan's Picks
Pick #1 Wisconsin Whitewater Warhawks win
Christian's Picks
1. Any Other Result (Köln @ Bayern München)
So, at first glance, I really like the AOR pick. Regardless, Bayern is still one of the best teams in the world. Needless to say, Köln, is not.... There are a few interesting stats which may sway your decision in this game. The last four times these teams have played, including last year, here were the results:Köln beat Bayern 3-2 @ home, They drew twice 0-0 at Bayern, and then once again, Köln drew them 1-1 at home. Last year, Köln was also in 10th in the table (as they are now) and Bayern München was still their dominant self. This year, Bayern München lost back to back to Borussia Dortmund and Mainz 05. Interestingly enough, Köln just came off a 1-1 draw against Mainz 05, the team who BEAT Bayern München! I think that Köln's Poloski will be a large center of attention for Bayern München on account of him scoring five goals in the last three matches. Köln also really needs a draw here so they will be on their "ultra-defensive" self, trying to contain Bayern München as much as possible. Since this is virtually impossible, it will at least stymie them from scoring goals for a bit..... Hopefully. Anyways, I think Bayern München wins by one goal here.
2. Yes: A Point Scored in the first 6 Minutes (Montana @ Sam Houston St.)
To say I did a lot of research on this game would be a lie. However, I just have a feeling that the offenses will come out scoring. In both of their last games, there was a score within the first 6 minutes (At 5:38 in and then 5:54 in). Though it was close, it still counts. Both these teams have potent offenses which can score so therefore, I think one of the teams will score early. Good luck!
Pick #1 Wisconsin Whitewater Warhawks win
Wisconsin Whitewater Warhawks should win the Division 3 national football championship fairly easily. Both teams are undefeated and have played each other for the national championship for the sixth straight year. Mount Union has had the better, more impressive run in the playoffs, but, I still believe Wisconsin Whitewater is more talented. Wisconsin Whitewater will use their superior defense and will win the championship.
Christian's Picks
1. Any Other Result (Köln @ Bayern München)
So, at first glance, I really like the AOR pick. Regardless, Bayern is still one of the best teams in the world. Needless to say, Köln, is not.... There are a few interesting stats which may sway your decision in this game. The last four times these teams have played, including last year, here were the results:Köln beat Bayern 3-2 @ home, They drew twice 0-0 at Bayern, and then once again, Köln drew them 1-1 at home. Last year, Köln was also in 10th in the table (as they are now) and Bayern München was still their dominant self. This year, Bayern München lost back to back to Borussia Dortmund and Mainz 05. Interestingly enough, Köln just came off a 1-1 draw against Mainz 05, the team who BEAT Bayern München! I think that Köln's Poloski will be a large center of attention for Bayern München on account of him scoring five goals in the last three matches. Köln also really needs a draw here so they will be on their "ultra-defensive" self, trying to contain Bayern München as much as possible. Since this is virtually impossible, it will at least stymie them from scoring goals for a bit..... Hopefully. Anyways, I think Bayern München wins by one goal here.
2. Yes: A Point Scored in the first 6 Minutes (Montana @ Sam Houston St.)
To say I did a lot of research on this game would be a lie. However, I just have a feeling that the offenses will come out scoring. In both of their last games, there was a score within the first 6 minutes (At 5:38 in and then 5:54 in). Though it was close, it still counts. Both these teams have potent offenses which can score so therefore, I think one of the teams will score early. Good luck!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
December 15th Picks
Ryan's Picks
Pick #1 FK Rubin Kazan win or draw
Pick #1 FK Rubin Kazan win or draw
FK Rubin Kazan should be able to win, and most definitely at least draw with PAOK Salonika. I feel like the Russian side has played better competition and has more skill than the Greek league that PAOK Salonika competes in. PAOK has already clinched a spot in the next round, while Rubin Kazan must win or draw to advance. Kazan has much more incentive to play hard, and advance with a draw, therefore, if the game is tied late they will most probably defensive and settle for the draw. I would pick FK Rubin Kazan for the win or draw.
Pick #2 Atlanta Falcons win by double digits.
I like the Atlanta Falcons to win this game on Thursday night by double digits. In general, Atlanta plays very well at home. In addition, road teams have not faired well on the short week playing on thursday. Atlanta should start feeling desperate as the wild card in the NFC is becoming more competitive. Matt Ryan and Julio Jones have started to have some chemistry, and I expect them to put connect on some big plays. Meanwhile, I expect the Falcons to stack the box and stop Maurice Jones Drew, forcing an inept Blaine Gabbert to beat them. The Falcons are one of the best teams at stopping the run. I tend to under rate the Jags as I did this last sunday, so pick at your own risk, but I do believe the Falcons will beat them by double digits.
Christian's Picks:
1. @ San Jose Sharks
The Sharks are tough to beat at home in the Shark Tank. The odds are highly in favor of San Jose at -195, almost two to one and they are 73% to win (according to a simulation). Granted, hockey odds don't really mean too much because anything can happen (Like when the Blue Jackets beat Vancouver a few nights ago). However, these odds are pretty hard to bet against. Whether this is on SFTC or not, San Jose is still the much better team and should definitely win this. They have lost two straight OT games and Niemi will have a nice performance against Duchene and company tonight. The Shark's GAA is 2.39 while the Av's GAA is 3.03. Also, the Sharks score 2.68 GPG and the Avs score 2.48 GPG. Every stat leads me to believe that the Sharks will win this 3-1. Good Luck!
Christian's Picks:
1. @ San Jose Sharks
The Sharks are tough to beat at home in the Shark Tank. The odds are highly in favor of San Jose at -195, almost two to one and they are 73% to win (according to a simulation). Granted, hockey odds don't really mean too much because anything can happen (Like when the Blue Jackets beat Vancouver a few nights ago). However, these odds are pretty hard to bet against. Whether this is on SFTC or not, San Jose is still the much better team and should definitely win this. They have lost two straight OT games and Niemi will have a nice performance against Duchene and company tonight. The Shark's GAA is 2.39 while the Av's GAA is 3.03. Also, the Sharks score 2.68 GPG and the Avs score 2.48 GPG. Every stat leads me to believe that the Sharks will win this 3-1. Good Luck!
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
December 14th Picks
Ryan's Picks
Pick #1 Cincinnati Bearcats
1. @ Lazio: Win
The Cincinnati Bearcats should beat the Wright State Raiders. Though Cincinnati will be missing some players from suspension, after their fight with Xavier, they still have enough talent to beat the Wright State Raiders. Wright State only averages 55.2 points per game and is not in the top 300 in the nation in any of the major statistical categories. Cincinnati will be looking to move past the fighting incident and I expect a strong effort from them in a close victory over Wright State.
Pick #2 Eastern Washington Win or Single Digit loss
I expect the Eastern Washington-UCLA game to be closer than double digits. Eastern Washington is a good team that has a above average offense. The Eagles played tough at Gonzaga only losing by 8 points. They also only lost by 12 points to Oregon, and they blew out UC Davis and Hawaii. UCLA meanwhile is down as a program as a whole and suspended their best player Reeves Nelson for the year. UCLA does not rank in the top 200 in any major statistical categories. I expect Eastern Washington to at least make their game with UCLA a single digit game.
Christian's Picks
Lazio is a capable team from Spain while Sporting Lisbon is from Portugal. Portuguese teams are normally better than any Spaniard team and in this case, it's true. However, the main catch is that Sporting has already advanced and they have absolutely nothing to play for. Therefore, they will start a weak squad for this game. On the other hand, Lazio has everything to play for seeing as how they need a win here at home to advance to the next round. Even though Sporting beat Lazio 2-1 at home earlier in the UEFA Europa League play, this will be different. Lazio is nice at home and they are favorites at around -185 and 63.7% to win. Lazio will win this.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
December 13th Picks
Ryan's Picks
Pick #1 San Jose Sharks
I like the San Jose Sharks to travel to Denver, and defeat the Colorado Avalanche at the Pepsi Center. The Sharks are the much better team, and they are trying to end a two game losing streak. The Sharks played a good game last time out against the Blackhawks and lost a tough game in overtime after giving up a tying goal late. Meanwhile, the Avalanche are on a three game losing streak of their own, and are trending down. The sharks have won 10 out of the last 13 games against the Avalanche, and that trend should continue.
1. Minnesota Wild
The Wild have a) the best record in hockey and b) are on the longest current win streak, equaling 7 in a row. During this seven-game winning streak, the Wild have outscored their opponents by 13 goals and have had a GAA of 1.71. Also, 5 of the 7 games have been on the road including the last 4 which were against Phoenix, L.A., San Jose, and Anaheim; all capable hockey teams. Some notable injuries for the Wild are Devin Setoguchi, Marek Zidlicky, and Josh Harding. The only two injuries that will impact this game are Zidlicky and Setoguchi because Backstrom will be good to go in net and he will be backed by a very capable rookie in Hackett. Also, The Wild will be getting back Latendresse and Clutterbuck for this game as well. For the Jets, they may be without Dustin Byfuglien who, as we all know, is a hard-hitting enforcer vital to this Winnipeg team. The reason some may be skeptical about this game is because Winnipeg is a tough place to win and this same Jets team ended the Bruins' long-winning streak at home. This is most likely why the odds aren't very supportive of Minnesota. This is a good pick to take and there really is not a logical reason to take Winnipeg here. Wild win it!
Christian's pick
The Wild have a) the best record in hockey and b) are on the longest current win streak, equaling 7 in a row. During this seven-game winning streak, the Wild have outscored their opponents by 13 goals and have had a GAA of 1.71. Also, 5 of the 7 games have been on the road including the last 4 which were against Phoenix, L.A., San Jose, and Anaheim; all capable hockey teams. Some notable injuries for the Wild are Devin Setoguchi, Marek Zidlicky, and Josh Harding. The only two injuries that will impact this game are Zidlicky and Setoguchi because Backstrom will be good to go in net and he will be backed by a very capable rookie in Hackett. Also, The Wild will be getting back Latendresse and Clutterbuck for this game as well. For the Jets, they may be without Dustin Byfuglien who, as we all know, is a hard-hitting enforcer vital to this Winnipeg team. The reason some may be skeptical about this game is because Winnipeg is a tough place to win and this same Jets team ended the Bruins' long-winning streak at home. This is most likely why the odds aren't very supportive of Minnesota. This is a good pick to take and there really is not a logical reason to take Winnipeg here. Wild win it!
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