Unbelievably Accurate?

0-2. Great start.

Careful what you post

I was afraid that as soon as I made a post about the Jayhawks they would lose. They tried but Sherron Collins decided he had enough. 33 points from the bowling ball of a guard is what saved the Jayhawks from an embarrassment at home where they had won 50 straight. Give Cornell all the credit, they played great and made it one heck of a game. The Jayhawks played poorly most the game and just survived late, taking their first lead with just under 4 minutes to go. It was good to see that defensive hustle can still win games when shots are not falling. KU stepped up the intensity and thats what made the difference. This test will be a great experience the Jayhawks can learn from heading into conference play. But in big games we need more than just Collins if we what to continue winning. Cole Aldrich still hasn't shown the offensive skills he demonstrated last year. The Morris twins were not a factor in this game. Xavier Henry was 3-13 from the field. Tyshawn Taylor didn't score a point. But the encouraging fact was that pretty much everyone hustled hard the second half. If the shots aren't falling, then bring it hard in all the other areas.
This Sunday the Jayhawks have another tough test playing at Tennessee. The Vols have lost 4 players due to suspension but they are not ranked 15th for nothing and they play great at home. It should be a game the Jayhawks can win, but not if they play as they did against Cornell.
The competition in the Big 12 is as good as its been in years. Some analysts would argue its the top conference in the country. Although that maybe a stretch there is not doubt its going to be tough every night. I had the Jayhawks losing two games in conference play. I still think that is a safe bet, but could be more if the Hawks don't bring it every night. The potential is there but besides the Temple game the Jayhawks have yet to play a complete game.
I think that the Jayhawks and Longhorns could go undeafeted going into their Febuaury match up, making it the game of the year. It would be a dandy.
Now please don't go suck it up tomorrow Kansas. Tennessee is undermanned, so take advantage. Rock, Chalk, Jayhawk!

The Dawn of a New Era

I'm supposedly done with school and yet I still procrastinate with everything. Terrible habit. I have waited long enough. So lets get on with it.
Wild Card Weekend:
Jets @ Bengals- With 3 separate games doing the back to back with the same team drill, I am not sure how to proceed with some predictions. I don't think the Jets are that good. They should not be in the playoffs. But when a team gets an old-fashioned beat down like the Bengals did last week, it does affect a team. I think the Jets have a very good chance in this game. But with that being said, the Bengals should have a lot to play for. The loss of Chris Henry, the loss of their coaches wife, and the fact they haven't won a playoff game since forever. And its at home. So I'm going with the Bengals 20-16.

Ravens @ Partriots- Patriots at home. They are 8-0 there this season. I don't see this changing. But if Ray Rice can get going it could be pretty close. Also keep an eye on how the loss of Wes Welker affects the Patriots ability to move the ball down field. Patriots 24-17

Eagles @ Cowboys- I don't think the Cowboys are that good. But both teams needed to win last week and the Eagles forgot to show up. Home team is the safest pick, but I don't think the Cowboys can cover Jackson, Maclin, and Celek. If Westbrook can bring even his B game I think the Eagles can pull this one out. I am however hoping the Cowboys win just so the Packers can play the Saints instead of the Vikings. Packers-Vikings in the NFC championship would be epic. But I think the Eagles get it done 27-20.

Packers @ Cardinals- There should no doubt in the mind of any of my friends about who I am rooting for in these playoffs. I am a true friend through and through. That being said, I think the Packers have an explosive pass offense that the Cardinals cannot stop. If Ryan Grant can balance it with a decent running it shouldn't be close. The Packers defense is for real. They need to get to Warner early and often. They key is not letting Warner ever get any sort of rhythm. Packers should and will do this. Rodgers will then kick the shit out of that damn monkey. 31-21

Divisional Round:
Bengals @ Colts- I have not idea how the Colts continue to win with a defense that just doesn't seem that good. But they have the Peyton Manning and a veteran offense that shouldn't have to much trouble putting up some points. Manning has been great this year, but has thrown more picks than one would think. The Bengals have to great cover corners in Jonathon Joseph and Leon Hall. That match up could decide the game. I think the Colts will somehow win yet again. 23-16

Patriots @ Chargers- Everyone is always saying come into the playoffs on a streak and playing hot. If that is true, then there is no hotter team than the Chargers. Winners of 11 straight. I will be very surprised if the Chargers don't get it done at home against the Patriots, who do not have the defense to match up. 31-24 Chargers

Eagles @ Saints- I think the Saints and their fans will be supper hyped for this game. If the Saints just leave Darren Sharper deep to cover Jackson, then the Saints should be able to come out with a win. They have to many weapons for the Eagles to deal with. 34-24

Packers @ Vikings- It can be very hard to beat a team three times in one year. The Vikings are simply not playing very good football right now (beside their last game). The Packers defense is much better than when they played last. The Packers offensive line is much better as well. And the Viking have no answer for Jermichael Finley. Charles Woodson will score a defensive touchdown and Clay Matthews will force at least one Favre or Peterson fumble. Packers have to pressure Favre and then defend down field. They have the people to do it. Just wondering if the lost of Al Harris will be a factor. The Pack can do this. 27-24

Conference Championship:
Chargers @ Colts- Peyton Manning does not play well against the Chargers. And I feel the Colts sub par defense will be exposed in this game. I think it be a back and forth battle but the Chargers will pull it out and be heading to the Super Bowl. 31-27

Packers @ Saints- I think this could also be a track meet. Both teams have so many offensive weapons its hard to keep track of them all. I think both secondaries could struggle but I see the Saints having a harder time. The Packers pass rush will wreck havoc with Drew Brees and force him into some mistakes. Call me a dreamer, but the Green Bay Packers will be going to the Super Bowl. 28-24

Super Bowl:
Chargers v. Packers- At this point that damn monkey is in Siberia. Aaron Rodgers will be feeling better than he has at any point in his career. Philip Rivers is good, but he has not played against a defense such as the Packers bring. Charles Woodson will make enough big plays in the secondary to make up for Tremon Williams getting beat. Atari Bigby will nock the stuffing out of Vincent Jackson, who will be taken out of the game. LaDainian Tomlinson will see a run defense that will blot out the sun. The only negative will be that Darren Sproles will have two kick returns for touchdowns. Rodgers will throw for 320 and 3 tds. Ryan Grant will rush for 82 yards and a score. The Packers defense will score at least one touchdown, and the Packers will be your Super Bowl Champions 35-21. At this point, Caleb, Force, and Quicksand will streak through the town of Enterprise so overcome with emotion. Unfortunately all three will be arrested and put in jail. This will cost Force his job, but that's what he will do for his friends. His only saving grace may be that with his long hair, generous man boobs, and the cold weather he might be mistaken for a girl. So instead of arresting them, the cop just watches in admiration. Due to this unbelievably accurate prediction by Force and the wit of Caleb, the crew (Ryan as manager, Quicksand as cameraman, Force/Caleb as anchors) launch the most popular and successful sports talk show on the planet. Espn is force into bankruptcy in the aftermath. The sports world will never be the same.

And now the season really starts

The general feeling in the sports world is that Kansas is not deserving of their #1 ranking. Although Texas may be more deserving, I don't think people understand what Kansas is really capable of. They have not played to their potential yet this season until this last Saturday. They really had not been away from home or been tested. Two point win over Memphis was the only close call. Saturday against #19 Temple( probably ranked to high) Kansas dominated from start to finish. So awesome was the performance, Coach Self said it probably didn't matter who they had played. They finally put everything together. And they still have so much room to improve.
Elijah Johnson is a top 30 recruit and can't get minutes. Travis Releford was a top 50 recruit a year ago and had to red shirt. Mario Little was the JUCO player of the year a year ago and had to red shirt. Kansas is so deep it is crazy. The problem lies in the fact that besides Collins and Aldrich the Jayhawks are still pretty young. When Collins or Aldrich are out one can really see the difference on the floor. Aldrich so far has been one of the best defenders in the country and with him out of the game, teams look to attack. And the offense just does not flow as well with Collins out. So although Kansas is good and very deep, the will only go as far as Sherron Collins and Cole Aldrich can take them.
Another key development has been the amazing improvement of the Morris twins. Marcus and Markief hit the weight room and gym this off season and it is paying huge dividends. Both are vastly better in almost every aspect. Freshman Thomas Robinson has also surprised with some great minutes of the bench. He wants every rebound and takes it personally if he doesn't get it. Also has showed some decent moves in the post. His defense has struggled at times and needs to improve if he wants to continue to get minutes.
Xavier Henry has rather quietly been one of the best freshman in the country. His shot selection has been superb and he has been very unselfish. And yet he is still leading the team in scoring. He has struggles a little of late, but has been huge for this team. Having a go to scorer outside of Collins and Aldrich is a assest.
Kansas is 13-0 and the heart of the schedule is just coming. Big win over Temple, but they have a long way to go.