The Week that was in tackle football...

GOAT faithful,
Hello to all 6 of you that read this! Good day on Saturday, looking to add to it. “Buddy D” hopefully with your changes we did pretty good this week, don’t know if it was enough to win, but a respectable showing anyway!

GOAT NEWS
The new BCS standings are out right after the “GOAT Mid Season Report Cards”, coincidence?

The GOAT is saddened by the tough news that UCONN player Jasper Howard was cut down in his prime in a senseless on-campus incident that lead to his untimely death. After having a career game against Louisville, Jasper was involved in altercation after a school dance where he was stabbed in the abdomen and later died at the UCONN medical center. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, and the two teammates who tended to Howard directly after the attack, who watch their friend and teammate die in their arms.

Is the Oracle and I the only ones that has seen the erosion of a promising young QB? I’ll bet my shirt that Terrell Pryor is thinking now that RICHROD is not so crazy anymore. What a terrible waste of talent Pryor has become. The OSU offense is absolutely a “stack of acorns”, a piled up, jumbled mess. These jackasses’s can’t get out of their own way, and Pryor has become a TURNOVER MACHINE. I remember when this guy burst on to the scene, big press conference surrounded by microphones, giving “the Vest” and all of Columbus new hope that maybe….just maybe…they wouldn’t get beat by 20+ in another BCS bowl game. Fast forward to the present, and now “The Vest” is hoping to get an NFL call up, and Pryor looks worse than whoever is playing back-up at Bemidji St.?!!? Pryor may be a good WR in due time at the next level, but right now, give me the Washington St. defense and a half-hour to prepare and I’m dominating this guy for 4 quarters. OSU is now the 3rd best team in the state and that is being generous…

Idaho is 6-1 overall, 7-0 ATS (I cashed’um )…watch out…I smell a BCS buster…our fresh French fries

Officials don’t throw the game… and if the uprights were spread out 40 more feet …..Arkansas wins outright…, good lord that Arkansas kicker wasn’t even close…he was riding the FLORIDA ML!

If you still don’t believe that college football games are not fixed…please YOUTUBE the Troy/FIU game…and the Washington/IDAHO game for that matter…. (you will only need to watch the final :30 seconds of both games) Holy Crap! FIXED I TELL YOU! VEGAS WASN’T BUILT ON WINNERS

LOCK of the past weekend… Charlie Weiss stole his “Jump suit” from the grounds crew at ND stadium…Tell me someone else saw it!… Holy Fuzzy Grundels Spiderman! $2,000,000 a year at ND gets you a horrible “Maintenance Crew Jumper” and a 42” Zero Turn Lawn mower? I know your trying to save money, but don’t just broadcast “I’M GETTING FIRED”!!!

That shits confusing down there in ATL, ain’t it Frank….I tried to tell you, you should have checked out the blog, I gotcha covered…Like GT did…

Before I get out of here, I would like to give a warm congratulations to Tyler Brown of McComb, Ohio. The 16 year old scored his first and probably only TD of his life this past Friday Night. You see Tyler’s job up until this year has been manager of the McComb High football team, but this year the coach talked Tyler’s mom into letting him dress out for the football team. Tyler got his shot to play against Vanlue High School as McComb was leading 40-7 and he didn’t disappoint. Tyler went in as QB and scored on a 1 yard plunge to solidify a big win for McComb. Dylan Mears was suppose to get the call to hammer in the TD, as he was the workhorse on the drive, but he removed himself from the game so that Tyler could get the TD and the well deserved glory. Not bad for a young man that will never see the game tape, or the expressions on his team mate’s faces, or the score board light up afterwards, or the cheerleaders and fans screaming his name, or read his name in the local paper….. You see, Tyler Brown is blind, but that didn’t stop him from chasing, finding and grabbing his dream with both hands. Congrats again Tyler, you have Da GOAT’s upmost respect, as does your coach, and team mates.

Enjoy,
DA GOAT

Big Weekend PICKS!!!

GOAT Faithful,

Home Dogs during this week especially Thursday Night KILLED ME again this week. For the record had (Arky St. +9.5 UNDER 46.5) and (USF+3) along with (Boise St.-2.5/USF+9.5), tonight (Rutgers +7) and (Rutgers +14 UNDER 52.5). Rutgers is still going and will probably blow it, cause that's how my week has gone! This week look to get it going and like a few games.

Record for 3 weeks
15-6-1

Straight Lines:

Oklahoma +4(BTH)
Houston-16.5(BTH)
Miss St. -4(BTH)
Purdue+14(BTH)
Kansas-9
USC-9.5(BTH)
Arkansas+24.5

"Flyer"
IDAHO -7(BTP)

"D-IAA"
Michigan-39.5

7 pt. Teaser

12:00
Oklahoma +10.5
IOWA +10

3:30
USC-2
Houston -10

7-until
VT+4
Kansas-2.5

14 pt. Teaser
Auburn PK
Miami PK
SMU+21
PSU/MINN UNDER 60.5

PARLAY
MIAMI ML
USC ML
NEBRASKA ML
BAMA ML
OLE MISS ML

O/U
W. MICHIGAN/C. MICHIGAN OVER 56.5



Enjoy, and Happy Hunting!

Da GOAT

Mid Season Report Cards

GOAT faithful,

Good evening, sorry I haven't been on top of my game with my posting, but I am back and hopefully will be filling you with more BS then you can handle! First and foremost, we had a great weekend with 5-1 on teaser and straight plays, looking to build on a running 13-4 record overall in the past three weeks. It appears that we did also improve on the "Buddy D" picks going 10-5, some of which I just blew it on and MIZZOU screwed us.

I believe it is time to hand out our Mid-season report cards, as it is a GOAT tradition, so lets see how every one shapes up and who is making the grade, so to speak.

1. Bama

Offense: B+
Balanced attacked, McElroy is efficient and workman like. Like to see Jones more involved. Running game is stout
Defense: A+
Hands down best in the country, No argument
Special Teams: B+
Only a B+ because Arenas hasn't HOUSED one yet....stay tuned
Coaching: A+ (The second coming of Jesus Christ...I took photo's of Saban at UK, there were angels surrounding him)

2. Florida

Offense: B+
Timmy TeBop is doing well, not spectacular, but he doesn't lose, whats not to like
Defense: A-
Big D, Needs to create more turnovers
Special Teams: B
Coaching: A+

3. USC

Offense: B
Freshman QB is good, and test against ND will tell the tale, lots of play makers around him, need to get it really rolling.
Defense: B-
You lost to Washington...enough said
Special Teams: B
Coaching: A-
You lost to Washington Pete?!?! Preparation falls back on you...

4. Ohio State

Offense: F-
Horrible, atrocious and just plain bad....Terrel Pryor has digressed, and now there starting RB is out...Run Jimmy...Run NOW
Defense: C-
Keeps them is ball games
Special Teams: B
Punting game gets lots of work
Coaching: F
You got an F Jim because your not smart enough to get out

5. VT

Offense: B
Taylor is learning to read defenses and is playing well, the running game is working.
Defense: A
BUD DAMN FOSTER
Special Teams: A
BEAMER BALL
Coaching: B+

6. G-Tech

Offense: B+
Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Down, Up, Down, B, A, Select, Start...SCORPION WINS! Just Like Mortal Combat...Confusing as hell, but when you get it right, it looks really cool..
Defense: F-
Good Grief, glad you can score more then other people, cause you damn sure can't stop anyone...Less confusing shit on offense, more confusing shit on defense, it really that simple!
Special Teams: B
Coaching: A+
Only a smart cracker can get this garbage right..

7. Iowa

Offense: B
Ricky is efficient, running game is decent..Coach may have something..
Defense: A+
Holy crap, I have never seen a better Defense that creates turnovers like these dudes
Special Teams: No Idea, so a C should be good here
Coaching: B+

8. FSU

Offense: C+
Lots of offense..and drop passes.
Defense: WORST IN THE COUNTRY
Don't fire Bobby, fire Mickey, that bastard is delusional.."Fastest D ever" my ass
Special Teams: D-
NO HOPE
Coaching: C
Bobby, you stay as long as you like..I'm moving on...But you just stay right there..

9. Texas

Offense: D
Where in the hell is the Offense Mack?!?! Jordan Shipley is great, but a double team will change that, and you can't run the ball worth a crap. Red River "Shoot Out" may turn into the Red River "change the channel - Out"..
Defense: B+
Lots of play makers, ball hawks all over the place, keeping you in the ball game
Special Teams: A
JORDAN SHIPLEY...everyone else can sit down
Coaching: A
Mack is Money

10. MEEEECHIGAN

Offense: B+
Love Forcier and "Shoe Lace" Denard Robinson. This offense is really good, but dang if they don't turn the dang ball over. If they don't turn the ball over 5 times, they beat Iowa outright.
Defense: B
Good defense, keeps them in ball game. Got play makers and can create turn overs.
Special Teams: A
Coaching: B
RICHROD hasn't taught the kids to protect the ball, starts with the coaching.

11. The "FLAMING" Illinois Illini

Offense: F "COUCH FIRE"
Juice to the bench?!!? Good Grief Zooker...you're embarrassing yourself and you coach in the BIG 10?!?! How the hell do you do that?
Defense: F "TIRE FIRE"
I stopped more offense then you did on Saturday...and I'M ON A BYE WEEK!
Special Teams: F "DUMPSTER FIRE"
More Like "Special Olympics Team"
Coaching: Z "OIL RIG FIRE"
Z is the last letter in the alphabet and you're the only dumbass that could get a Z grade

12. I can't believe I'm actually sitting here watching Arkansas St. vs. UL-Monroe

13. Oregon

Offense: A
Minus Lagarrattee Blount you look pretty good and Blount is coming back..watch out
Defense: B
Still play PAC-10 defense
Special Teams: B
Coaching: A
This guy could lose every game and still get an A in my book, thanks to his "Check" ordeal

14: Notre Dame

Offense: B+
Good Offense with Clausen throwing it all over the place, running game is a lot better this year.
Defense: F
Concentrate Charlie…Concentrate! This were you’re getting KILLED. This is missing from your attack! You don’t have a defense, but I guess I get you’re philosophy…score more then the other team!
Special Teams: B
Coaching: C-
“Car Wreck Charlie” thank God for TOUCHDOWN JESUS!

15. Miami

Offense: A-
Jacory Harris is a man, and the running game is stout and relieves pressure off of Harris. This is a quietly good team…
Defense: B+
Gets the job done..Not THE U of old but getting pretty close
Special Teams: B
Coaching: A+
Randy Shannon has it figured out and has his kids buying into his program. He has surrounded himself with great people and his recruiting is tops in the country. Remember this team is still VERY YOUNG…

This is all I have for tonight…more to follow tomorrow evening!

Enjoy,
Da GOAT

What will be blaring thru the loud speakers at Illinois Stadium on Saturday

Jump Around (ZOOKER STYLE)

We’ve Packed it up and packed it in
Let me begin
you came to win
If you lose to us that's a sin

We couldn’t tear a sack up
We don’t have a back up
Our running game is 2 yards and a Motha F-ing stack up

Get up, stand up, run it up!
Come on, you can put some points up

Our QB throws it and it’s a drop
and I got more BAD Schemes than there's cops at the Dunkin
Donuts shop
Sure 'nuff I get the finger from the kids on the Hill
Plus my mom and my pops


We’ve shut it down [2x]
Zooker’s sorry ass has ran us into the ground
into the ground [3x]
pull up the bus and hammer down.
Score! [18x]

Zooker’s backers are eating crow
If have any suggestions how to win let me know

Word to your moms, just throw long bombs
Juice is on the bench and our defense is wrong

And just like the Prodigal Son I've returned
and if you take the POINTS, you're bound to get burned

Cause you got offense and I ain't got none
So if you come to win just run the shotgun

Yo I’m a tool, I’m overrated and I drool
Try and step to me you'll cash your bet that’s the rule

I gots no skill, come get your fills
I got ADD and I need my f**kin pills

We’ve shut it down [2x]
Zooker’s sorry ass has ran us into the ground
into the ground [3x]
pull up the bus and hammer down.
Score! [18x]

I'm the bottom of the barrel, I wish I was Pete Carroll
Somebody call the “Roughriders” and get me Graham Harrell
Or better yet the terminator
Like Arnold Schwarzenegger
We got no hope, we even suck on Sega

I’m going out like a bitch
I’ve dug my own ditch
Can someone help me out and Me and Urban switch

Come to our town, We’ve laid the f**k down
Even Steve Krapthorpe thinks I'm a clown

Recruits! I’m coming to get ya, coming to get ya
Spitting out bullshit and should be fired in Novemba!

We’ve shut it down [2x]
Zooker’s sorry ass has ran us into the ground
into the ground [3x]
pull up the bus and hammer down.
Score! [32x]

Yo, this is dedicated
To Jim “The Vest” Tressel, RICHROD and JOEPA
Special thanks to: URBAN MEYER



Enjoy.
Da GOAT

The National "Touch" Football League

GOAT Faithful,
As promised, today I will be touching on what’s going on in the NFL. Here is my assessment of the first couple of weeks of NFL football.

1. NE - Tom Brady, step it up and quit worrying about your knee. I need you to carry my fantasy team and right now, you’re no better than Kerry Collins and your killing me. Hitting is part of football and somewhere during the recovery process, you forgot that.

2. Browns – Holy Horse Crap ya’ll are bad! What a debacle of a football team. No QB, No RB, and a WR that likes to pick “Bar Fights” with 5’0 guys. I will be dropping you Mr. Edwards from my fantasy team because you’re a “Gutterball”, and I guess you might as well pick bar fights, because you’re “HANDS” are not good for anything else, much less catching a football.

3. Redskins – Dan, you paid WAY too much for “Albert Haynesworst” and not enough for Jay Cutler. This team is worst then bad, it’s “North Texas” bad. Campbell couldn’t win a fight with against a man with NO ARMS, and Portis has nothing to work with. The offense is horrible and the defense is not very good. This team does fit the city it’s in…”turmoil at every position; and spending WAY too much money and getting NO RESULTS”

4. Saints – High flying and fun to watch. Good team, needs more defense, could make the playoff’s and do well.

5. Jets – Rex Ryan “talks the talk”, and thus far has “walked the walk” win a big win against NE. Mark Sanchez has done really well this year and is maturing before our very eyes. If he can do just enough to win and keep from trying to do too much, then the defense has a chance to carry this team into the play offs.

6. Baltimore – LOTS - O –TALENT, and Flacco is the real deal in his second year at the QB spot. “Whatchu talk’n bout” Willis McGahee has been a huge help to my fantasy team and a huge player in Baltimore. Couple with the best NFL defense, this is a team, that if it can get past NE and the Steelers in the playoff, may be good enough to get rings this year. Oh, and a COVERING MACHINE thus far(Until NE this week, but I’m not mad)

7. San Fran. – Mike Singletary has found it in SF this year and his players are buying into it. Hard nose defense and an efficient offense have this team looking really good early on. A tough road will tell if this team can get to the playoffs. The loss of Frank Gore may hurt if Glenn Coffee cannot pick up the slack. Every week this team is in a position to win and had it not been for MIRACLEFARVE then they would be undefeated at this point.

8. Dallas – Good Damn Jesus….Did you just lose to Denver?!?!? You got a 750 million dollar scoreboard that keeps getting LIT UP by the OTHER TEAMS! Wade Phillips is an “Oil Rig Fire” and Tony Homo is “Speed Boat Wreck”. You got rid of T.O. too help you solve your problems, which gave you a whole new set of problems….you got rid of TD! You looked good the first couple of weeks against the “Bottom feeders of the NFL” but then the NY football tackle GIANTS brought you back down to Earth. HOMO+PHILLIPS+JONES+NO TO=”SHORT BUS FIRE”

9. Philly – Put VICK in…RIGHT NOW

10. Detroit – Congrats on winning your first game in 2 yrs! You beat the “Deadskins”. 1-15 is not 0-16! Champagne everyone and let’s quit now!

11. Vikings – All hail BRETT FARVE!!! This guy is unreal, I mean he’s getting AARP mail, yet is 26-5 in his last 31 games with a good rocket. He has plenty of zip on the ball and has not shown any signs of “IMPLODING” to date. Adrian Peterson is a little upset with lack of carries, but with sacrifice comes rewards. Farve is worth every penny to date and know has beaten every team in the NFL, including the Packers last night. This is a Super Bowl team with a balanced attack and good defense. It’s going to be interesting to see how this team reacts after a loss.

12. Chicago – Hello Mr. Cutler, welcome home! Remember, this is a “Blue Collar” town that doesn’t want to hear you’re whining, so keep lighting it up and you will be just fine. Love to see Cutler doing well here, like the new Cutler, not the old one!

13. St. Louis – Good Grief…”Greatest Show on Turf” has turned into the “Greatest loss of Self-Worth” or “Greatest curse on Turf” take your pick….

14. Indy – PEYTON MANNING

15. The Damn Carolina Panthers – Although the Carolina Panthers had a NON- LOSS this week due to having a “BYE”, Jake Delhomme still had it rough. Delhomme threw 4 picks, 2 pick “6’s”, had a fumble loss and was sacked 8 times while playing QB in a “Special Olympics” sponsored Quadriplegic wheelchair pick up football game on Sunday. He was benched at the half...


This is all I have for now on the NFL, there is a lot to touch on, but I haven’t the time at the moment. More to follow tomorrow! Enjoy!

Da GOAT

Week 4

GOAT Faithful,
Did not get to post my picks as I was tailgating in Lexington, Ky. For the record, the GOAT had:

Straight Lines
West Virginia -17
Northwestern+8 (CASHED)
NCSU +3.5
Washington+13.5 (CASHED)
Washington/ND Over (CASHED)
Miami +7.5 (CASHED)
Bama-16.5 (CASHED)
Auburn +2.5 (CASHED)
Houston-15

Tease:
Arky+6
Cal +12
Miami+15

Parlay:
Northwestern/Bama (CASHED)

NFL:

Tease: (CASHED)
Saints-1
San Diego+12

Oh well, doesn’t matter now! Moving right along….The week that was College tackle football #4 was as good as advertised. I will discuss what the GOAT brought away from this week. I will also be including NFL action in this discussion tommorrow. So here are the high points of the College Football week.

1. WEST VIRGINIA - WV is an absolute “Coal Mine Fire”…capping this team is like catching fish in dried up pond. 4 fumbles in the red zone, an interception and an immediate fumble, and a defense that allowed Colorado to score 24 points! Noel is DEVINE, scampering for 220 yards and 2 Tds and they were covering 35-17. But, in true WV fashion, they lay down and let Colorado score in the end and get the cover with :03 left. I bet Slaton and White got PAID on this one. (They have before).

2. LOUISVILLE - “THE VILLE”…..”THE VILLE”?!?!?! Are you f**king kidding me?!?!? Not only has Kragthorpe successfully run this program in the ground, but now, they have “THE VILLE” written across the front of their uniforms. I have seen some stupid things in my day, and this ranks easily in my top 5. This is not Miami, and you are not Thug U. This is a well respected, red blooded, higher education university. I would be absolutely embarrassed and would not contribute another damn dime to this program if my life depended on it, if I were a Booster. Get this guy out of there before he rubs off on Petino! Not to mention you got “Skull Drug” by Dave Wannstead??!

3. ILLINOIS - Hey Juicy, stop throwing it to the other team and your “NFL DRAFT STOCK” will quit plummeting. I know it doesn’t help that the “Zooker” has packed it in for the winter, but hang in there buddy, They always need half-ass talent in the Canadian Leagues.

4. MIAMI - Randy Shannon is worth every penny he has EARNED at Miami. I hate it, but Miami is for real.

5. ALABAMA - Bama is my #1 team, if I had a vote. Try to argue? DEFENSE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS.

6. Cal - I have not seen a team implode like CAL in a long time! What a damn joke. Not only are they bad, but they are REAL BAD. 72-6 in 2 GAMES?!?!? Best is a good running back against SUSPECT defenses, he is not Heisman Material.

7. OKLAHOMA - The “SOONER” SANK somewhere off the Miami coast!!! QB’s are important, and Teaching BACK-UP QB’s is just as important. Bob, please tell Landry Jones that he is not Magnum PI, shave the ‘stache and win a meaningful ball game. Your going down in flames!

8. FSU – You make me sick

9. AUBURN – Look out SEC, Chisick(sp?) has got a 5-0 ball club on his hands, and they look good! Chesick(sp?) has now won more games at Auburn in one season then he did in his entire tenure at Iowa State. It’s unbelievable how speed and talent can make a coach look good and his prior team look so bad. Long road ahead, but this team may make some waves if they keep winning.

10. Oregon – after their debacle on the road at Boise St., Chip Kelly has got this team rolling. They look really good against CAL and have one big test left playing USC at home, might be a ROSEY future for this team, especially if the RUNNING GAME gets back on track(more on that later).

11. Notre Dame – I mean, this team really has “JESUS” on their side. The Luck is still alive and well.

12. Houston – I talk you up, and you let me down…back to being a “Never gonna be”

I reserve this time to commend Chip Kelly. LaGarrette Blount did not deserve a year long suspension, and I think that if he has stuck to the program that Kelly put in place for him, then by all means, let him play ball. A lot have and will disagree, but it is just like the GOAT said. If he does get re-instated, then cooler heads did prevail. Oregon jumped the gun on the year long suspension, plain and simple. If it were Tebow, Bradford, or McCoy that did this, 1-4 game would be enough. He, like Vick, has served enough time. I am very pleased with this decision on the part of the Oregon Athletic Program.

Tomorrow is being reserved for the NFL.

Enjoy,
Da GOAT

The week that was...

GOAT Faithful,

Nice weekend going 6-3 overall, did better than we have been and now it's time to reflect upon the last week's debacle that was tackle football, college style!

1. Tebow must have sinned at some point during the week, because GOD had him BLOWN UP on Saturday...DANG! If he wasn't then, I bet he's "God Fearing" now..

2. Like i said before, Miami did not deserve a high ranking...that was short lived

3. About FSU and their Saturday performance....I quote the guy from "Waterboy"...
"WE SUCK AGAIN!!!"

4. Oregon is money at home...and get them on the road and you may have a "Fight" on your hands.

5. Bama is probably the best team in the country

6. Stanford is pretty good, at home anyway

7. Penn St. was exposed, and they are typical Big 10

8. Iowa is a good football team, in the Big 10, maybe outside as well...

9. Miss St. has an offensive coordinator that needs to be fired.

10. Houston may go undefeated and be a BCS Buster

11. I was drinking the "Ole Miss" Kool-aid, it sucked, they suck, and the Ole’ Ball Coach finally has a decent football team, watch out SC might get rolling!

12. Ohio St. had a big win against illinois…..they still suck, sorry...

13. ND has the “Luck -o- The Irish”, how long will it last?

14. Colt McCoy is racking up the stats…just give that guy the trophy already and spare the trip to NY

15. Defensive “Genius” Gene Chezik is racking up gaudy stats and has Auburn scoring in droves…but the SEC is built on defense, better find some before going to “Rocky Top” this week, “Guru”…

That’s all I got for now, picks coming later on in the week.

*Also, My public apology to follower "Buddy D", I'm sorry I didn't get your info/comment from you in a timely manner. My count has my posted picks at 9-4 for this past week forthe games you requested. Don't know if it would have been strong enough, but get me the info this week, I will do my best to help you out*

Enjoy,
Da GOAT

The Picks...

GOAT faithful,
I have been Ice cold here lately, so fade if you like. We are on a good streak going 5-0 on Thursday Night and Monday Night college/NFL plays with a big SC+4 win last night(2nd time SC has cashed on Thursday Night), but Saturdays have been a mess. The streak to 9-0 has begun starting with SC last night. I am attempting to to go 9-0 and you will see my streak play listed. This will be a 5* play and you may or may not see it every week, depending on the games available. Without further ado:

STREAK to 9-0: 1-0

The picks:

Purdue+8 (Wins Outright)

Arkansas+18.5

TCU+3 (Wins Outright)

Washington+9

VT+3.5(BTH)


"Vegas Whiff"
Tulane-2 vs. McNeese State


12:00 7 pt. Teaser

Carolina +10
LSU-4

3:30 Teaser 7 pt.

TCU+10
VT+10

7:00 7 pt. teaser

Washington +16
Iowa+17
T-Tech+8


Parlay
N/A


Follow if you like, fade if you like, but I will continue to grind it out….
Happy Hunting,
DA GOAT

Week 3 in the world of college tackle football

GOAT faithful,
For the second week in a row, I did very poorly. We did hit Iowa which kept us above water, but right now I am very COLD. Everyone goes thru rough patches, and here is mine! What great timing! I will still keep at it though, as I again remind you this is a marathon, and not a sprint! Week 3 was interesting to say the least and would like to take this time to discuss my opinion of the weekend that was. Everyone does a “Contender/Pretender” bit, and I have my own “HOT/NOT” list….so, here goes…

HOT LIST:

1. Alabama
HOT- The Tide is rolling right now, hitting on all cylinders, but have a big test this weekend in Arkansas. Da GOAT thinks this game is a lot closer then the “Sharps” think it’s going to be. Lots of tough games left, but give me Saban and this talent and I think BAMA NATION will be just fine in the end….

2. Florida
HOT- The only reason they get the “Hot” nod, is for there “Non-loss” to Tennessee. Not only did they not cover the spread, but Florida looked VERY venerable in this game. I personally think that Tennessee beat themselves more than Florida beat Tennessee. I give a lot of credit to Lane Kiffon, for having his team ready and believing they could do the unthinkable. A couple of breaks and this is the story of the weekend, if not the year. Eric Berry is as good as advertised, but Tebow did DUMPTRUCK him in this game. This may get VERY interesting late in the season, as this team could stub there toe…stay tuned

3. FSU
HOT-Holy Toledo Batman! Just when everyone outside of Tallahassee threw the towel in on my beloved NOLES, they jump up and bunch “BIG LOVE” in the MOUTH!!!! Not only was this game lopsided from the beginning, but FSU looked like a real contender. Don’t forget that if a TRUE FRESHMAN doesn’t drop the ball in the end zone, we are 3-0 and ranked probably in the top 10. But, that’s what happens on Saturday’s and it’s water under the bridge now. If we play like we played against BYU the entire season, we could make some REAL NOISE in the end. I will be interested to see how we bounce back this week; against a good South Florida team minus Matt Grothe (I hope he had a PHAT insurance policy).

4. THE U
HOT- Jacory Harris is for real. Miami’s Defense is for real. Whipple is for real. Shannon is for real. But is MIAMI as a whole for real? I think that this week is the real test for this team, as Blacksburg is tough place to play. If this were a night game, I would give Miami NO SHOT, but V-Tech just came off of an emotional win against Nebraska, and will have to get up for this game. If Miami can go into Blacksburg and win, WATCH OUT. I think they have played like a top 10 ball club, but I don’t think they need to be ranked there just yet. They still have V-Tech and Oklahoma, and if they past those tests then move them WAY UP, but not just yet. Are they back? Maybe, but if you think they are why not FSU? Time will tell for this team, the sky is the limit right now.

5. Washington Huskies
HOT- Steve Sarkisian and Jake Locker. Not only have they already won more games than last year, but they took down the “Men of Troy” and looked pretty good doing it. Sarkisian has to stay on top of this team, as they are due for a “let down” this week going to GIAT KILLER Stanford, so we will see how Steve handles the pressure. BTW- Back to the last week discussion. Now answer me this…. How does Washington stop the #3 ranked team in the country for 4 quarters, but can’t stop the #119 team from going 97 yards and “back door covering”? FIXED I TELL YOU!!!!!

The NOT SO HOT Top 5:

1. USC
NOT- Pete, for the second year in a row, you beat OSU (not a big feat here lately) and then shits the bed in the game right after that. TWO YEARS IN A ROW! Damn it Pete, quit surfing and start coaching you goofy bastard! You’re killing me! I know, Aaron Corp sucks, but give me Joe McKnight, 35 carries, and that O-Line, and I can do REAL DAMAGE to Washington! Not to mention, I know you saw Idaho do it! Watch game film, instead of “Baywatch” re-runs! You are an absolute class act, but you can’t coach yourself out of a paper sack the third week of the season! I am interested to see how this team reacts and if they can still make a run.

2. Ohio State
NOT- I just put you on the list to say again….YOU SUCK. That’s all. Oh and nice work against Toledo, or Temple or whoever the hell else you were playing. I look forward to you guys playing someone with a heart beat in the near future so I can bash you some more!

3. North Texas
NOT- I should have known better. Back to reality. All 16 people in Denton, TX are now $49.99 short on the rent because of the PPV, and you’re back to being a “P-ON” again. Ya’ll are NOT a “GREEN MACHINE” but rather an “OUT OF CONTROL TIRE FIRE”….Good God man! Ya’ll should petition the university to change your mascot to the “A FLAMING MICHELIN MAN”!!!! ”Everything in Texas is big”....Like your point spreads and your margin’s of losses.

4. Georgia Tech
NOT- Hand it to this guy, hand it to that guy, confuse the hell out of everyone, and then get your ass HANDED TO YOU. Da GOAT was high on this team, but the more I watch them play, the more I see that they can’t play. Coach Johnson, this offense was great at Navy or Air Farse or wherever you came from, but not here, not anymore. Nesbitt is a “basket case” with an out of control throwing shoulder, and I think your offense even confuses you sometimes. Good luck the rest of the way, because at the rate you’re going, you might need a HAND…from another coach on the staff…

5. Urban Meyer
NOT- You know, I think Urban is a great coach, and probably a great individual, but his latest act was “classless”. I have never seen a coach make excuses for a WIN?!?! Did I miss something? You won the game. You have the best QB/Virgin in the country. You have 11 starters back on defense. Yet you still felt the need to take a jab at Tennessee after you beat them on Saturday, by saying you didn’t win BIG because you had “Sick players”?!? NO SIR. What you should have said, was that you were: “Out Played”, and dare I say…”Out Coached” by Lane Kiffon and Tennessee? Yep, that WAS the case. I commend Kiffon for firing back at you, and you deserve all the criticism that is thrown your way. From this point forward, don’t make excuses, just go out and play and let the game do the talking. I really thought you were a “class act”, but I’m beginning to think you’re nothing more than a “pompas ass” with a great QB to hide behind, kinda like when you were at UTAH with Alex Smith..HMMM.


Those are the GOAT’s top 5 of each from this past weekend. Good slate for the upcoming week, so stay tuned…

BTW- I found out that Tim Tebow has a sushi roll named after him by a local restaurant in Gainsville, FL. It is called the “Tim TeROLL”. The real version contained “marbles, gravel, arsenic, HGH, OMG, WTF, kryptonite, frosted flakes, and Fix -a- Flat”. It was replaced with a scaled down version after the restaurant figured out that Tebow was the only on that could actually eat it with the original ingredients. I was told it’s a hit with the locals, and ironically enough and contrary to popular belief about sushi, this roll is NOT a natural aphrodisiac….go figure?

Till next time, stay up!

Da GOAT

The Picks

The picks:

After getting LEVELED last week this weekend is shaping up like this:

Thursday Night
Miami -3.5 (BTH) CASHED

Friday
NO PLAY

Saturday

Straight Lines

Iowa-3 (BTP) ***
Arkansas -1 (BTH) ***
Baylor -10 (BTH) **
ECU +8 (BTH) **
Tulsa +18 (BTH) **
Oregon St. +3 (BTP)*


REVENGE Flyer(s)

Florida -29 ****
Texas -17 ****

Tease (13 pt.)

Tulsa +32
Nebraska +18
Purdue +1
Michigan St +23

Parlay

PURDUE ML
CLEMSON ML
BAYLOR ML


*OPEN MIC Analysis Pick* (2-0 Miami, Auburn)

NORTH TEXAS +40 (BTH)



Good Luck and Happy Hunting,

Da GOAT


*Possibly, more to follow, as the day progresses*

Open Mic Bama/North Texas

GOAT Faithful,

What it is! Last night Miami’s beating of the Jackets has the GOAT starting this week off on the right track. I am looking to improve on last week’s drubbing I took at the hands of Las Vegas. Got several games lined up this week and we will get to those in due time.
For the moment, it is time for the breakdown that has been dubbed “Clash of the Titans” by local Denton, TX experts in:

The “Pride of Denton, Tx.” vs. The “Pride of the State of Alabama”
WHEN: Saturday
WHERE: Tuscaloosa, AL
WHO: North Texas/Alabama
CAPACITY: 93,000
“Talent” METER: 10
LINE: 39.5
LEAN: GREEN MACHINE +40.0 (BTH)

On Saturday the world will stop and every TV in America will be tuned into to watch a true “David vs. Goliath” battle at 12:30. ESPN KNOWS this is a HUGE game (to some folks) as it will be on display on their respective network! (ESPN GAMEPLAN anyway). This game may pull a PPV record in the town of Denton as North Texas football has this tiny spot on God’s great earth excited like never before. All 16 people in Denton will be sitting in front of their neighbor’s TV to see one of the greatest upsets in college football history! Yep, Da GOAT said it! And here is how I think it plays out:

North Texas (DAVID)

It has been said that there are probably 40-50 high school football teams in Great state of Texas that could HOUSE North Texas in tackle football, and some even say that they do not belong in D-1 football. UNTIL THIS YEAR. Old….Uh…What’s his name (It doesn’t matter), will have this team ready to get rolled….er….ready to roll on Saturday when they visit Tuscaloosa, Alabama! North Texas opened the season going to Ball St. and pulling out a MONSTER win 17-10. They came home to couches burning and champagne falling from the sky (PBR being spilled from balconies). Ball St. , it seemed, woke up a sleeping giant. Then the Green Machine started their home season bid by getting hosed by Ohio 31-30. It took the mighty Bobcats of Ohio a full regulation game and 2 OT’S to get the job done, finally winning out on a 2 pt. conversion that the replay showed CLEARLY “might” have been no good if the player would have dropped the ball. The ONLY reason the GOAT believes that the GREEN MACHINE lost this ballgame was the weather! It was pouring rain, a monsoon even, and every time Ohio got the ball the rain let up (as well as the N. Texas defense).

Riley Dodge (you WILL forget this name) put up “Tom Brady” style numbers completing a mind boggling 12 of 20 for 117 yards and touchdown! It wasn’t until the “grass monster” took a cheap shot on Dodge, that “Mr. Denton” Nathan Tune (who?) got his shot and lit up the stat sheet completing 9 more passed for 69 more yards. These numbers appear to be skewed as stated before; a tropical storm was located over Denton, TX during this game. I have no idea who is going to be the starting QB for North Texas when the bus arrives in Tide Town, but either way the GREEN MACHINE is loaded at the quarterback position. Either guy is good and could probably be the starting QB at any school in the country not in D-1, and that is being conservative! If one of these guys a “hot hand” against the TIDE, WATCH OUT, because it could be a long day….

Cam Montgomery is a good a back as any 4th stringer in the country, and he had a great day against the Bobcats as well. He “Peterson’d” it for 88 yards on just 22 carries. That’s a 4 yard average, against a very stingy Ohio defense that was one of the top in the country last year ranking in the top 110 (109 respectively) in the country last year; the guy is a beast! I personally think that he could have broken the 100 yard mark with more carries, and less rain, and more time on the clock. Montgomery is a speedy guy who averages 6.1 yards per carry with a 25 long TD. He averages 118 yards a game and if he gets loose in the ‘Bama secondary, he has a chance to take it the distance provided no one gets in his way. North Texas is averaging 205 yards on the ground a game, and they need to get this going against Alabama, but this number may fall off ever so slightly against a decent Bama defense that ranks a lowly 3rd in the country.
Royce Hill will anchor a MEAN GREEN defense that will be getting after Bama all day on Saturday, especially in the first half. Hill has 2 interceptions this year and a host of tackles. Co-Anchor of the defense is Tobe Nwigwe (I have no idea how to pronounce it) who is an animal piling up 10 solo tackles in their near non-loss to Ohio.

Da GOAT feels that N. Texas has all the tools in place to get the job done against Alabama in the first half and think that if they play WAY above their heads, then the a 3rd quarter win is not out of the question. If they play WAY above their heads and bring ball bats and CHUCK NORRIS, they win the game out right….OR ELSE!

ALABAMA (Goliath)

On offense, the Tide look to Greg McElroy (not to be confused with “Roy McElvoy”) to guide the offense against the GREEN MACHINE. McElroy is a quite leader that comes in sporting a workman like stat sheet going 33/54 for 471 and 2 TD’s. I like McElroy; I think that he will continue to gel as the leader of the Tide and should do just enough in this game not to lose.
Trent Richardson (You should NOT forget this name) is going to be a star. He is a V12 jaguar; smooth and fast when you need it, powerful and strong when it counts. He is averaging 7.1 yards a carry with 2 TD’s one coming from 35 yards out. Mark Ingram, Roy Upchurch and Terry Grant with also share the touches, which may bode well for the Tide in the second half, where they should be able to wear down the North Texas defense.

The defense is strong, but does have a tendency to go to sleep at the wheel, giving up garbage when they shouldn’t…..and this is where NORTH TEXAS will be strong…GARBAGE TIME!

Look I like my “Kool-Aid” MEAN & GREEN, but I have to be a realist. North Texas will hang tough in this ball game, and will cover 40 points. Alabama is strong and in a difference class; and they do have a big non-conference game on the horizon with Arkansas the following week. I think if they fall asleep like they did against FIU last week, North Texas has the talent this year to do the unthinkable. I like North Texas to cover in this ballgame….GO GREEN MACHINE

Oh, yeah…the GIANT SIZE UPSET I was talking about earlier in the game, I just had to “hype” up game breakdown….unless CHUCK NORRIS shows up…

Enjoy,
Da GOAT

What Sayeth Da' GOAT?

GOAT faithful,

I want to first apologize, I have been out of the loop with no internet signal while I’m staying in “God’s Country”. Hell, I don’t even have a phone signal! But anyway, I do want to update the crew on what’s been going on with the GOAT and give a shout out to “THE GREEN MACHINE” with a great effort on Saturday! 1-1 NEVER looked so good! I’m calling you 2-0 until further notice!

Last week was a BLOOD BATH, as the GOAT got destroyed…I couldn’t catch a break! I’ve put out an APB for “MY SHIRT”….and the “Washington Huskies” defense! Poor bastards cost me a backdoor cover, personally I think the “fix” was in, I mean, how do you hold a team to FG’s all day. Then with 2 minutes left you let IDAHO…F**KING I-DA-HO put together an 8 play 97 yard drive, scoring a TD with :07 seconds left to cover by .5?!?!?! FIXED I TELL YOU!!!! I’m still bitter….


Last week was a grease fire for several Teams, here’s Da GOAT’s TOP 5:

1. Okie St.
Mike “FUZZY” Grundy, you suck…and so does your defense…I hope you lose out…”You’re a man…you’re 40”…and should be ranked that in the country…Bunch of bumbling idiots..

2. Notre Dame
The Golden “I give” Domers made a liar out of “Drunk Uncle Lou”….again. “Touchdown Jesus”…HELL....how about “DEFENSE……JESUS?!!?!?” MEEECHIGAN is NOT GOOD…So I guess you’re worse than NOT GOOD…you’re HORRIBLE. Charlie Weiss, your “PANTS ARE ON FIRE” my friend…go ahead and change the name plate on the door to read “Brian Kelly”. I guess that “Interim” sign was the truth.

3. Tennessee
Lane you’re a f**cking “DOUCHE CANOE”, and I want to personally welcome you to the SWAMP… and GOAT faithful to….LAY THE POINTS. I guess you have never seen an UNDER ARMOUR commercial, because you damn sure didn’t practice the slogan “WE MUST PROTECT THIS HOUSE”…Hell you got your head kicked in for 60 minutes in YOUR HOUSE by UCLA, the bottom feeder of the PAC-10, and it’s only going to get worse this week. I predict a 56-0 nothing ballgame, because you suck, and so does your team.

4. FSU
Dad Gum! Took every bit of those 60 minutes to dispatch JACKSONVILLE ST.?!?!? We’re horrible, we weren’t looking ahead, we ARE that bad. The Morman’s are going to beat us up like their 13 wives on hump day…glad I don’t get the channel the games going to be on…Jimbo + Bowden + Dad Gum = THIS IS GONNA GET UGLY.

5. THE University of Higher Education located in Columbus, OH
Da GOAT doesn’t give a rats ass that you “Played a good game” or that “you lost in the end”, you still lost, and you will forever suck. You cannot beat anyone with a heart beat outside of the Big 10. Face it, your garbage, plain and simple. Don’t blame Jim Tressel for playing conservative football. Blame Jim Tressel for not recruiting any talent. “The herd” said it best when he said “they simply get beat by better teams with better players”. You are now 0-forever against the PAC-10 and SEC. Not to mention, you let a freshman come into the “shoe” and lead a game winning, “Tom Brady style” drive to beat you. Good grief ya’ll are horrible. Of course the media still thinks that you should be ranked…I DON’T. Ya’ll are no better than Akron or Toledo, because you can beat up most in your conference, but the minute you step out against the BIG BOYS, you get “SKULL F**KED” all over the field. Dissolve the athletic program now, before it gets worse! Tressel, trade the vest for a plane ticket out of Columbus….


Da GOAT’s “Prime Time” players of the week:

1. Matt Barkley
2. Case Kellum
3. Tate Forcier
4. UCLA
5. Tim Tebow
6. Joe McKnight
7. Tiger Woods!

Da GOAT has put an APB out for: My Shirt, Alabama’s Defense, ND’s BCS bowl bid, Ohio St.’s talent, Okie St.’s defense, Washington’s cover, Tim Tebow’s girlfriend, Bobby Bowden’s retirement consultant.

Also:


I will be breaking down the N. Texas/Bama game tomorrow as promised, but “Open Mic” has been suspended for this week due to lack of internet service, so thank T-MOBILE. I cannot properly analysis the games, because I have no access to information. I will get some looks tomorrow or Friday during the day, so we should be prepared for the weekend! Feel free to ask for opinions on games, just not big write up’s this week ONLY. “Open Mic” will return next week!

As far as the MIAMI/G-TECH game tomorrow night, Da GOAT is leaning toward Miami at the moment. Miami showed us a lot against FSU, and have had 10 days to prepare for G-TECH, who tried to give their game away against Clemson. . G-TECH looked good in the first half against Clemson, but they’re offense was not the reason. They actually only scored 10 pts. In the first half, the rest coming off of Special Teams plays. Nesbit was a “Mess” every time he threw the ball, mostly because his “twards” was a little…well, WAY off…He could sand if he fell of a camel last week. Try that against Miami, and you will get HOUSED…

Now, I cannot ignore that “ROAD DOGS” are now 2-0 ATS with Clemson and South Carolina both covering on the road on Thursday Night. I will be looking at this game tomorrow and giving my play tomorrow evening after further analysis.



Enjoy,
Da GOAT

Additions to today's plays

Da GOAT is adding the following:

13 pt. teaser *SWEETHEART*

Miss st. +29
UCLA +24
SC+ 20
ND+9

And:

USC -6.5


For now,
Da GOAT

The Picks!

GOAT faithful,

Again this week, I do not see a ball game that just "JUMPS" off the board. I do have some small play games lined up. Last night's win with GT+2/PITT PK. Got us off to a good week looking to build going into the meat of the season. Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint, when I find the "Vegas Whiff" we will be all over it, but it's just not there right now. So, without further ado....

YTD:

(4-1 ATS) (1-0 "Big Game Plays")

(0-1 Flyer)

(6-4 Teasers)

(1-0 Parlay)


*Straight Line Plays*

Miss St. +15 (BTH)

ND - 2.5 (BTH)

Washington -19.5 (BTH)

Iowa St. + 7.5 (BTH)


*8 Pt. Teaser*

ECU +14.5
Iowa St. +14
UCLA +19
Purdue +21


*PARLAY*

TCU ML
UTAH ML
OKIE ST. ML
KANSAS ML


*Card is subject to change, as a play on the USC/OSU game may be made*


Happy Hunting and GL to all that follow,

Da GOAT

Open Mic Night

GOAT Faithful,

Finally turned it around this evening on the Teasers hitting a "Pucker" one tonight. Got several games lined up this weekend, with picks coming out tommorrow. I have been requested by "J" to breakdown the UNC/UCONN game, and I can tell you right now, I think this game gets UGLY, but which way? You'll have to wait until tommorrow to find out! Complete breakdown, anaylsis and pick will be provided. So far, Da GOAT is 1-0 on Open Mic predictions looking to keep it going!


Enjoy,
Da GOAT

College Football week 1 recap.

Good evening GOAT faithful! Wow, what an opening weekend for college football this season! The week began with "SMASH MOUTH" football literally, thanks to Lagarrett Blount and the Oregon Ducks, and ended with a "PUNCH IN THE GUT" for the Da GOAT when my beloved Seminoles lost at the wire! Let's recap the weekend, shall we? (In no particular order)

1. NCSU, who was HYPED all off season, about how good "Russell Wilson" was gonna be and how good they we're gonna be, mustarded about as much offense as Da GOAT did this weekend, and got handled by South Carolina.
(Da GOAT'S Thursday Night ATS pick---SC +5.5--Cashed)

2. Oregon went to Smurfville, and got punished before and after the game, which begs the question...Is Chip Kelly ready for the big spot light as a head coach? What an "Oil Rig" fire Oregon was in this one.

3. "IF THE COUCH IS ON FIRE, LET THE MF'R BURN"!!!! This is the chant that can be heard from Thursday night until probably this Saturday in Denton, TX. The North Texas "Green Machine", after going 0'fer for what feels like forever, they go to Ball St. and get a big win! "Little Tommy Jefferson" and his crew of snotty nosed fart lighter's can't wait for there game against ALABAMA...Look out everybody, we might have awoken a "Sleeping Giant", or they will be pissing one off in Tuscaloosa, AL. Either way it should be good fun! (Da GOAT still feels that the N. Texas/Bama game will be a "Texas size ass whoopin" but we'll get to that later on)

3. Is there anything Greg Powlous(sp?) can't do? OK, well there is one thing, and that's NOT turn it over when the game is on the line....He looked good in their opener vs. Minnesota, until ultimately making a "Freshman" mistake by rushing a pass in OT and leading to the Gophers escaping with a win. Watch out though, might have a "Diamond in the Rough" here...

4. THE Ohio State University of Higher Learning showed what we all believed from day one....THEY ARE A FRAUD..... and will get exposed this coming Saturday against USC. Lay the points and get me a box of popcorn, because Da GOAT'S gonna enjoy this one! If Navy can do what they did to the OSU defense, then the USC game might get ugly...SPEED KILLS..stay tuned

5. Urban Meyer and "Everyones Favorite Virgin" finally found something they couldn't do...cover a 73 point spread and get laid by drunk naked sorority chicks in the same day.

6. Matt Barkley hardly looked like it was his first game ever in college football going 15-19, for 233 yards, and a TD. 8!?!?!....8 dang RB's for USC got touches, 4 or them scoring TD's against SJSU in a 56-3 smashing at the Coliseum.

7. "TOUCHDOWN JESUS" has risen in South Bend, Indiana! The scary part is that the defense actually looked good..and.....Clausen for Heisman!

8. Sam Bradford is broken, and so is the hopes and dreams of the Oklahoma faithful. Their NC hopes are in serious trouble after getting beat by BYU in their opener. Eli Manning even called to cheer up Bradford by telling him "Don't sweat it kid, you'll get $100 million from an NFL team anyway". As a result, the "Red River Shootout" looks to be a potential BLOW OUT...

9. Check the prior posts by Da GOAT, I never bought into the hype of VT, and as a result...CASH on this one laying -6.5! The "CRIMSON TIDE" rolled on Saturday night! The games score did not accurately reflect the actual game. Bama controlled all aspects of this game. They beat up Bud Foster's defense, stealing there "Lunch Box" and "Lunch Money", in what looked like a good old fashion school yard beating. Bama's offense rolled up nearly 500 yards and made it look easy at times. The special teams was the only thing that looked suspect, but I think Saban gets that corrected in a hurry...OR ELSE

10. Greg Shiano should have gotten out when he had the chance. However, he chose to stay at Rutger's and now, unless he gets a miracle, his career will end in Piscataway. As Da GOAT said all along, the best team in the Big East is clearly Cincinnati, and it's only a matter of time until Da GOAT cashes his OVER 6.5 wins for Cincy that was placed prior to the season starting. Cincy dominated this game from start to finish and Tony Pike was money as I thought he would be. Let's see if Cincy can keep it up, and Rutger's can keep from getting too far down.

11. Ron Zook is a "Dumpster Fire".....How in the hell, with all that talent, do you get BLOWN OUT by Mizzou in your opener?!?! Hope your planning your early retirement, because I can't see you roaming the sidelines much longer if you keep this up...

12. Willam & Mary & Richmond < Virginia & DUKE....Basketball is right around the corner!

13. Gene Chezik is 1-0 at Auburn....It won't last, this guy sucks....It's only a matter of time

14. 63-7, huh Mr. Lane Kiffon? Was it fun? Did you have a good time? Do you feel better about yourself? Well, get a good look at that scoreboard because when you go to the Swamp, it gonna be your ass on the receiving end of this one....and i can't wait!

15. Wide Left, Wide right, Wide Load, Wide Eyed, WIDE ASS OPEN! The rivalry that is FSU/Miami. Instant Classic as dubbed by ESPN, and it was! When the dust settled, Christian Ponder looked like a surgeon, Jacoby Harris looked like Vince Young, Mickey Andrews looked like a "LIAR" and Jimbo Fisher looked like a druken dumbass. My beloved Noles played a great game, but in the end, a dropped pass by a true freshman on the big stage with no time on the clock was our ultimate demise. Our D-line is the worst I have ever seen, which makes the secondary looked twice as bad. If we play like this against BYU, Max Hall will carve us up like Christmas turkeys. Gonna be a long year, and Ponder may be the only reason worth the watching this year!


Da GOAT'S "Prime Time" players of the weekend:

1. Tony Pike
2 . Christian Ponder
3. Jacory Harris
4. Javhid Best
5. Colt McCoy
6. Kellen Moore
7. Matt Barkley
8. The GEORGIA DB's
9. Mark Ingram
10. NORTH TEXAS
11. Jimmy Clausen
12 Robert Griffin III

Da GOAT "No So Prime Time" players
1. Lagarrette Blount
2. Oklahoma after Sam Bradford got hurt
3. North Carolina State
4. FSU Defense
5. Tyrod Taylor
6. VA TECH Defense
7. Greg Powlous in "The clutch"
8. Mickey Andrews
9. Lou Holtz


How we look on Posted Plays (YTD):

3-1 (ATS) (1-0 on Thursday night) (1-0 in "Big Game Picks")

0-1 (Flyer's)

4-4 (Teasers overall)

1-0 (Parlay)



Until Next time,

Da GOAT

Da GOAT'S picks for 09/05/09

Here are Da GOAT's plays today.

Both plays are 2 STAR plays

Bama -6.5

C. Michigan +14(BTH)

Georgia +7 (BTP)


*FLYER PICK*

TEXAS-41.5



Teaser(s)

*7 pt. Teasers*

UTEP-2
Bama PK
Illinois PK

*10 pt. Teaser*

Ohio State -12.5
Kentucky -5.5
Georgia +15.5


*Parlay*

LSU ML
OLE MISS ML
KENTUCKY ML


This is all I got today, as this is not the best day for college football as there is not a whole lot I like on the board today.

Good Luck,
Da GOAT

"Float like a butterfly, sting like a DUCK"

Last night after Oregon was humbled on the "Smurf Turf" by Boise St., a bizarre scene erupted that lead to 24 hr. coverage and a year long suspension. When the dust settled and the teams were supposedly shaking hands after the game, a Boise St. player made a big mistake, followed by an Oregon player making an even bigger one. A full time bench player who will forever be recognized more on YOUTUBE.COM, then in real life, taunted Lagarrett Blount the starting RB for the Oregon Ducks, and was greeted with one of the BEST left crosses Da GOAT has ever seen. I mean a "Hay maker" for the ages. A left cross that rivals Roy Jones, Jr. and Mike Tyson respectively. A straight up GOOD NIGHT shot! But not only did this "punch for the ages" WRECK the Boise St. players jaw, it effectively RUINED Blounts collective college life. After punching the Boise St. player, Blount proceeded to get into a verbal altercation with the drunk "tater tossers" in the BSU crowd. This in turn lead to a scuffle with a security guard, a pushing match with a coach in the tunnel and a YEAR LONG SUSPENSION.

Now the question posed to DA GOAT is: "Does the punishment fit the crime?"

Well, here's my take.

Blount made a very poor decision in hitting the jackass back-up for BSU, but the real problem was the aftermath. Had Blount just rocked the BSU player and gone quietly into the night, he would probably catch a max 3-4 games suspension and then no harm, no foul. But he took it too far and it cost him everything. I don't condone his actions, although the cross was a money shot, I do not however believe that the punishment fits the crime.

IF you have ever been in Blounts situation at that very moment, then it is hard to just say "Throw the book at him!". All of us have been in a bar or something, and our girl just left us, we got a fat girl pregnant, just lost $5 LARGE on a .5 point or whatever, and "Tough Guy" at the bar says something dumb. You first reactions is "IT'S GO TIME BIG BOY" and you launch a Brock Lesner type attack. Once you pummel that guy, then every tough guy at the bar wants some of you, and guess where you end up? Right in LaGarrett Blounts shoes and you act just the way he did, it's your natural gut reaction, and don't say it isn't because it is. Now your sitting in a jail cell or court room and the judge has to figure out whether to give you probation or a nickle in a 6x6. He is taking into account everything from that night, and even though you were justified in your reaction, he does not take into account your emotional state at the time. This is key.

Raw emotion is a tough thing to control, and Blount lost his. I think that Oregon did the "Save Face" thing. Everyone would have questioned anything less. i don't think that ruining a young man's life over an emotional mistake is the answer. I hope that LaGarrett Blount sticks with football and does something great with his life. I hope the jackass from BSU has to have massive reconstructive surgery, gurgles when talks, and has to eat out of a straw for a month...and is suspended for at least 5 games. I hope that "The Punch" is the most viewed YOUTUBE video for the next 5 years. I hope he gets clowned everyday for this, because he is nothing more then a piece of trash. What he did to me is worst then what Blount did, minus the aftermath with the fans. Of course no one else will look at him the way I do, but it's the truth. Don't blame LaGarrett Blount for acting with instinctive raw emotion, blame the BSU player for starting the whole thing. That guy is the guy I teach my son about. IF he starts it with you, you whip his ass and make sure he remembers who you are. But IF you start it(which Blount DID NOT) you deserve what you get. Blount does not.




Enjoy,
Da GOAT

Open Mic response La Tech/Auburn breakdown with pick

WHO: AUBURN vs. LA TECH
WHEN: 9/05/09
WHERE: JORDAN-HARE STADIUM
CAPACITY: 88,000
"Talent" LEVEL: Solid 8
ALL TIME SERIES RECORD: 10-0-1
LAST MEETING: 52-7 Auburn in 2004
STREAKS: Auburn has won last 7 in a row
LINE OPEN: Auburn -13.5
LINE MOVEMENT: NONE
GOAT'S LEAN: Auburn-13.5

Auburn

This is the year that Gene Chizik is either a God or a "Wether". I have to admit that Chezik is taking a program that is a mess going just 5-7 last year, and looking to follow in Tuberville's footsteps. He was courted by Auburn after putting up mid boggling numbers at Iowa St. 5-19 @ Iowa St......... wait a minute?!?! Holy LaGarrett Blount Chuck Norris! This guy is garbage! That explains why Auburn is in the crapper. With this guy leading the charge, a season that can only be described as an "Oil Rig" fire is inevitable for the Tigers.....and it may start against LA TECH!

Chezik is known for being a defensive genius and his inherited defense held opponents to 18 points a game last year, good for 14th in the country. They did get SPANKED by BAMA last year(this has absolutely nothing to do with this game, just wanted to drop it in here!) 36-0. Auburn is return 7 starters on defense, with Zac Etheridge and Mike McNeil leading the way combining for 140 total tackles last year. The D-Line will have to plug some holes as they lost a tackle and nose guard to the NFL. Antonio Coleman will have to step up and led the way for the D-Line to have success this year. Craig Stevens and Josh Bynes lead a good group of linebackers that will be called upon a lot to help out against the run this year. The secondary is anchors by Walter McFadden, and they will need to create turnovers to keep Auburn in ballgames, especially deep into the SEC schedule. Stopping LA TECH'S offense may pose a good challenge to start the year.

Kodi Burns is back under the helm for Auburn this year, and I don't know if that's a blessing or a curse. Burns went 94-179 for 1050 and 2 TD's against 7 INTS. He also was second on the team in rushing with 98 attempts for 411 and another 5 scores. For this offense to be successful against LA TECH, Burn's will need to do just enough not to lose the game for Auburn, and with the departure of Rodger Smith, that may be a tall order. All eyes at Jordan-Hare will be on Ben Tate, the senior phenom who is on the Maxwell Award watch list this year. Tate, who did not have impressive numbers last year, will be asked to lead this team this year. He rushed for 664 yards on 159 carries and had 3 TD's. This offense will have to be able to get out of there own way to be successful, but with a good O-line and solid D, they should improve this year, maybe INSPITE of Gene Chezik.

LA TECH

Giant Killer LA TECH is not gonna go quietly in this game. Lead by 3rd year coach Derek Dooley, son of legend Vince Dooley, has taken this team in the right direction after taking over. He has improved every year, and even had the Bulldogs in a bowl game last year.

The stingy Bulldog defense ranked 13th in the country last year against the run, giving up just under 104 yards a game last year. "BOO" Smith, a 300 pound animal D-tackle anchors the run stopping defense. They will need to do great against the run, because they are horrible at stopping the past ranking next to dead last in the country last year. Not to make things any better is the secondary is still very young and has not matured like Dooley has hoped. The Bulldogs will also be looking for a return for a TD on special teams as they ranked #1 in the country at "BEAMER" ball last year.

Senior running back Daniel Porter who is on the Doak Walker Award watch list after rushing for 1,164 yards and nine touchdowns as a junior, will have the to be a leader on this offense for them to have any success especially against Auburn, as they will cut him NO slack. Ross Jenkins is under center again this year after doing just enough to rely on his defense to bail him out last year. He was a solemn 92 of 174 for 1155 yards and 7 TD'S against 3 INT'S. His favorite target Marko Mitchell is gone, so Chris Wellington will have to step up and help Ross out of jams, because he is sure to fine some against that Auburn Defense.

Quick Notes: If Auburn can find some offense and get to 30 pts. they are 118-2. If they can get to 20, they are still a strong 114-15 All time.

Auburn is 52-15 All time against NON-Conference opponents.

Auburn is 82-25 in regular season openers.

Auburn is 5-0 SU against LA Tech in there last 5 home games against LA Tech.



I think that Auburn better be careful in this game as LA TECH does have a chance to cover this ball game, but with so many questions on bth sides of the ball and a very hostile crowd that awaits at Jordan-Hare Stadium, I like the Tigers to cover this game.

Prediction:

28-10 Tigers


*Wager at your own risk*(This is not a game on the GOAT'S plays this week)

Enjoy,
Da GOAT


*It's not about my grammer or spelling, it's about my final results* LOL...

Open MIC and Picks

GOAT faithful,

I have been requested to breakdown the following:

La Tech/Auburn (09/05/09)

FSU/Miami (09/07/09)

N. Texas vs BAMA (09/19/09)


First, I must apologize to "Little Tommy Jefferson" as I did not get a chance to breakdown the N. Texas/Ball St. game for this evening, Da' GOAT (who is obviously still a "buckling") was with Mrs. GOAT(she a GOAT herder by trade) today. Da' GOATS are introducing a new GOAT to the always expanding GOAT family and gender issues were being resolved today. A "doeling" is being added to the GOAT family!

The Pick for this evening were sent out to the GOAT faithful, but in case you missed them (and they are already posted)...

South Carolina +5.5 (BTH) (CASHED)

USC +12
Troy PK (F**KED us)
Oregon +10.5


A special congratulations is in order for faithful follower "J" as he cashed the ML today on the SC game! Solid work young "wether"!

1-0 ATS this year

4-1 Teasers this year (to include posted pre-season NFL games)

La Tech/Auburn will be broken down Friday followed by FSU/Miami on Saturday (This game is on Monday) and N. Texas/BAMA will be broken down on Monday as Da GOAT will have had a chance to see both Bama and N. Texas play and will have better knowledge of both squads and hopefully a more accurate breakdown of that game.

Enjoy and happy hunting,

Da GOAT

First "Open Mic" Day

GOAT Faithful,

This is the first "Open Mic" session the GOAT is putting up. If there is a game that you the people want broken down let me know and I will look into the game and analysis it. I will then give you my thoughts and pick. If you want and I can help, then it's done, but don't get out of hand, this if for your help, not mine! Leave your game as a comment and I will check it out, one game per poster, please!

PICKS COMING TOMORROW!!!! Get the accounts ready, roughly 21 1/2 hrs. until OPEN SEASON!!!


Enjoy,
Da GOAT

Da Ducks vs. Da Broncos on the Smurf Turf

WHEN: Thursday Night
WHERE: Bronco's Stadium
CAPACITY: 30-34,000
"TALENT" Level: 7
NETWORK: ESPN
LINE: Boise St. +3.5
LEAN: Da Ducks+points, but skiddish on this one....


Last year Oregon took out the Boise St. Bronco's in Autzen stadium 37-32 for Boise St.'s only loss of the season last year. This year it may be a different story as the Ducks try to invade the smurf turf to take on the Bronco's for round II of a home and home series for these two high octane offensive programs.

Da DUCKS

First off, first year Head Coach's are 42% ATS all time in there first game, and that doesn't bowed well for Chip Kelly. He is starting his conquest as the leader of the the Ducks this year after Mike Bellotti stepped down to take the AD position. Kelly is very familiar with the program, calling the offense for many years below Bellotti and earning a #7 ranking in the country in offense averaging 484.9 yards a game last season. He has several weapons on the offense to maybe improve on that number and is returning 10 starters all together.

Jeremiah Masoli is back after throwing for over 1700 yards and 13 TD's before getting hurt. He is a smooth operator under pressure and can move around in the pocket if necessary. This may be good because the O-line has a combined 20 starts between all of them. Lagarrette Blount, the tater carrier, is back as well. He scampered for just over 1000 yards and 17 TD's last year. He will be the focal point in the back field this year getting 99% of the carries. He has great hands and can find open space out of the backfield, which maybe a good thing as Terence Scott, the Ducks leading receiver is gone. Picking up the slack is Ed Dickson who should give JM a great, big target on the outside and a nice route runner to boot. There is not a lot of depth at WR, so health is a big concern right no for Kelly at this position.

The defense should gel this year and will be tested early and often against the Bronco's. The LB's will be asked to anchor this unit and step up to stop the run as well as fall back into coverage if necessary. The Secondary will be key in this game, because Boise St. likes to chuck it around, and this unit was not a bright spot last year but improvement is on the horizon, and if they can create some big plays early, they can allow Kelly to rely on his offense to take care of business.

Da BRONCOS

Chris Peterson returns 13 starters, but the spotlight will be squarely on WAC Freshman of the Year Kellen Moore. Moore racked up some gaudy numbers last year as a freshman throwing for 3400 yards and 25 TD's. Moore lost his favorite target from a year ago in Jeremy Childs and 10th year senior Ian Johnson. Moore has 3 solid receivers coming back to help out with the spread attack and Jeremy Avery to do the work in the backfield. All that hinges on a starting front O-line that has several questions marks that WILL get tested against the Ducks. If Moore has to run for his life all night, then it may be a long night for the home team in "Tater Town".

The defense for Boise St. is STOUT (they don't play the toughest of schedules, but they do play nonetheless) ranking 3rd in the country last year averaging 12.6 points allowed last year. The most they gave up at home last year was 14 to Utah St....that gets a YO! The secondary is the heart of the defense with Kyle Wilson who will be a first round draft pick leading the way. They are a ball hawking hard hitting bunch, so Oregon better strap it up and come to play. The D-line was exposed against TCU last year giving up a HEFTY 275 yards rushing, and if they let Oregon run wild like that then they will get drug at their own place.

This should be a GREAT football game if you love lots of offense and very little defense. I like the Ducks right now, and that probably won't change, but the public is all over the Ducks and the public usually get slaughtered, so tread lightly.


Enjoy,

Da GOAT

A Little Slow right now....

GOAT faithful,

Not a lot going on right now, as far as games go. Got a break down on the Oregon/BSU game coming, but just not alot to talk about right now....But then there's those MEEEECHIGAN Wolverines that can't seem to stay out of the headlines here lately.

Now, I am going to back RAMROD here, because I think he is caught in a tight spot and is getting the raw end of the deal. If you want to tell me that these large programs and even smaller ones don't bend, twist, turn and out and out break rules when it comes to working out and practices, then you need to start following "Soccer" blogs. Every team does it, but MEEECHIGAN makes the news about it. Da GOAT firmly feels "The Vest" is responsible for this coming out in the news. Dirty bast*rd Tressel, is scared of the the mighty UM making a come back to the top of the Big 10/11. Ok, well probably not, but there comes a time when you need to leave a guy alone and let him do his thing. I busted on him for his 3 QB system, but I will still give him the benefit of the doubt, because he coaches UM not me. If he's as good as they think he is, then he will get them turned around, and if you watched the ESPN interview with that guy, it's hard not to become an instant RICHROD fan. Pure, raw emotion, and just a driving love for his kids and a program that so desperately needs someone with RICHROD's fire and enthusiasm. He was truly hurt by the accusations and probably didn't do anything wrong, or that any other programs either has done or is doing right this very minute. I am now a RICHROD fan, and hope he brings UM back to relevance in the coming years.


Enjoy,

Da GOAT

Breakdowns will becoming in the next few days with the "PICKS" out by Thursday so we can BLOW UP the sportsbook spots!

Betting Lingo

Da GOAT has been requested to help out for fellow brethern to understand some of the acronyms and word/phrases that i use when refering to sports gaming. Here's what we got in no particular order:



Action - A sports betting wager of any kind, a bet. .

ATS - "Against the spread," taking points rather than betting with the spread and laying points in sports betting. (ATS) Ex. Rice is 7-6 ATS, meaning they COVERED 7 out 13 ATS

Buy (Points) - In sports betting, a player pays an additional price to receive half a point or more in his favor on a point spread game. Commonlyrefered to as "Da HOOK" (BTH)
Ex. True Line is -3, but we got -3.5 because we (Bought The Hook)

Chalk - The favorite.

Chalk Player - In sports gambling this person is someone who usually only plays the favored teams, rarely betting on the underdogs.

Cover - In sports betting this term means a pointspread win.
Data Mining- Searching through a large volume of statistics to find profitable situations to bet on in the future.

Dog - In sports betting, the team perceived to be most likely to lose.

Edge - A persons Advantage when it comes to sports betting.

Even Money - Sports betting term "Even money" is a bet whose odds are 1/1; a wager in which no vigorish or juice is laid.

Exposure - The maximum amount of money a sports book stands to lose on a game.

Favorite - In sports betting this it the team expected to win an event. The quoted odds reflect the extent to which the choice is favored.

First half bet - In sports betting this is a bet placed only on the first half of the game.

Half time bet - In sports betting this is a bet placed only on the second half of the game.

Handicapper - When it comes to sports betting a handicapper is one who studies, rates and wagers on sporting events and/or races. (Da GOAT)

Hedging - A sports betting term that means placing wagers on the opposite side in order to cut losses or guarantee a minimum amount of winnings. *You still lose the JUICE or VIG*

Hook - In sports betting a Hook is a half point added to football and basketball betting lines. You will see (BTH) of (H) on this site, which means (BUY THE HOOK) of (HOOK)

Juice - The bookmaker's commission on a losing bet, also known as "vig."

Laying the points - Betting the favorite by giving up points. (LTP)

Line - In sports betting, the current odds or point spread on a particular event.

Money line - odds expressed in terms of money. With money odds, whenever there is a minus (-) you lay that amount to win a hundred dollars, where there is a plus (+) you get that amount for every hundred dollars wagered. On this site I use (ML)

No action - A wager in sports betting in which no money is lost nor won. (NA)

Off the board - In sports betting this is a game on which the bookmaker will not accept action. (OTB)

Opening Line- The earliest line posted for a particular sporting event. (OL)

Over - In sports gambling the "over" is a sports bet in which the bettor guesses that the combined point total of two teams will be above a specified total. (O or OVER)

Parlay - In sports wagering, a bet with two or more teams in which all teams must win or cover for the bettor to win and receive higher payouts. ****If you take a 3 team parlay for instance and 1 team PUSH'S, then your parlay reverts to a 2 teamer****

Pick 'em - When neither team is favored. Also called a "pick" in sports betting terms.
Point spread - In sports betting this is the predicted scoring differential between two opponents as quoted by a sports book. (On here it's PK)

Prop (Proposition) Bet - In sports gambling this is a special wager offered by the sports book on unique and various topics. These wagers can be on sporting events, politics, and even trial outcomes. Ex. Tim Tebow O/U 400 yards passing vs. Ole Miss

Push - When the contest ends with no winner or loser for wagering purposes.

Sharp - When it comes to sports betting a sharp is a sophisticated or professional gambler.
(Da GOAT)

Spread - A spread in sports wagering is the predicted scoring differential between two opponents as quoted by a sports book. See "point spread."

Square - A novice when it comes to sports betting. (Coxieo), or (ROOK)

Straight bet - In sports betting this is a wager on just one team or horse. (SL)

Straight-up- Winning the game without any regards to the pointspread. (SU)

Taking the points - When it comes to sports gambling this means betting the underdog and its advantage in the point spread.

Teaser - A teaser is a special type of parlay in sports betting in which you adjust the point spread or total of each individual play. The price of moving the point spread (teasing) is lower pay off odds winning wagers. **Usually in 6, 6.5, 7, 10, 14 point increments***

Tie - In sports betting a tie is a wager in which no money is lost nor won because the teams' scores were equal to the number of points in the given line.
*Watch this because some books will still collect the VIG*

Total - The combined amount of runs, points or goals scored by both teams during the game, including the overtime. (O/U)

Tout - Someone who sells their expertise on sports wagering. I AM NOT THIS GUY

Trends- Using the past to predict the future focusing in on only one team.

Under - When it comes to sports betting a under is a wager in which the bettor guesses that the total points scored by two teams will be under a certain figure.

Underdog - The team perceived to be most likely to lose. Also known as the "dog" in sports betting terminology.

Value - In sports betting value means getting the best odds on a wagering proposition; the highest possible edge.

Vig - The bookmaker's commission on a losing bet; also known as juice in sports betting.
Wager- To risk money on the outcome of an event. Wise guy - A wise guy is the sports gambling term for a well-informed or knowledgeable handicapper or bettor. (JUICE)


This should help every one out, if not let me know, and I will help you out!


BTW- Tonight one small play:

San Diego +10
Baltimore +10
Tease

3-0 in pre-season looking to build on!

Enjoy,
Da GOAT

Da GOAT'S "Early Leans" with analysis

Good evening all, hope all is well. First and foremost I want to give a "shout out" and my "warmest congratulations" to Aplington-Parkersburg High School Football Fighting Falcons. In their first game since the Tragic Death of Head football Coach Ed Thomas, The falcons dismantled rival Dike-New Hartford 30-14. It was a great statement game for a team and town that is continuing to cope with the death of a legendary coach and a devastating tornado that both ripped the little town apart. This team had to mature very quickly and will be carrying the weight of a town on their respective shoulders this year. As the town rallies around this team this year, Da' Goat wishes them the very best this year and for many to come. They have and will do this small town and this great nation very proud this year regardless of their record.

Secondly, Da GOAT had the distinguished opportunity to check out Michael Vick's return to the NFL last night from the Lower Level 50 yard line at Lincoln Financial Field. Vick did good for his first game back going 4-4 on just 6 plays, but it was more then just the stats last night. It was the acceptance of an entire city of a man who just 18 short months ago sat in a 6x10 with 3 squares because he had brain malfunction or a serious lack of judgement, take your pick. To hear the entire stadium chant "Put Vick in" and giving him a standing ovation every time he went in was just fantastic. Now, I don't condone Vick's actions by any means, but I do believe in second chances. Philly has given him a second shot at getting his life back and I hope that he takes full advantage of it. God speed Mr. Vick, and I hope you get to start in Philly this year and blow it up, because I picked you up on my fantasy team, so don't disappoint.

Now, on to what the masses have been waiting on...

Like:

Kentucky -14.5
UTEP -7.5
Bowling Green +7
South Carolina +4.5(H)

Love:

Iowa St. -13.5
Wake Forest -1(H)
Central Michigan +14.5(H)

One Night Stand:

*TEASE*
Nevada +21
Illinois PK
Oregon +12
Bama PK

Want to marry:

USC ML
OSU ML
PENN ST. ML
CLEMSON ML
NEBRASKA ML
OKLAHOMA ML
TEXAS ML
(Little or no value, but a win is a win)

Line to watch:

Minnesota -6.5 (This one is interesting and may be worth firing on)


Now, normally Da GOAT is firing away the first week of the season and my record opening weekend speaks for itself, but this year is a little different. I don't see "That Game" or a true "Vegas Whiff" that is worth firing on right now. Listed above are my "LEANS" and none of those games are "Locked In". I don't think a free for all picking 100 games is worth it, and I am going to try to focus on just a few a week that look to have great value. I will be breaking down a couple of these games later on starting with the SC/NCSU game tonight, and the rest in the following days.

NCSU/USC
LINE: NCSU -4
LEAN: SOUTH CAROLINA +4.5 (BTH)
Location: Carter Finley Stadium
Seating: 65,000
"Talent" Meter (1-10): 6.5
Game Date: 9/3/09
Game Time: 7:30
Network: ESPN


This is an interesting match-up to open up the season for both of these schools again this year. We all know what happened last year, when Chris Smelley, the QB for the Cocks threw 137 interceptions and the Cocks still blanked NCSU 34-0. Alot of people are talking about the NCSU "resurgence" this year with "All World" QB Russell Wilson leading the charge. Tony Baker is back after replacing both knee's, and a good WR corp. to chuck the tater around too. The defense is experienced and should progress as the season does this year, HOWEVER.....

They are still squaring off against an SEC team. The beating last year was not a "fluke" as most think it was, and I kinda see this game like the "BAMA/CLEMSON" game last year, hell, even the line is the same! And there are some GLARING stats that just stick out like a sore thumb to me...

Steve Spurrier since taking the reins at UF, is 21-0 in openers?!?! The guy has not lost an opener since Duke, and I can't verify that he even lost then! As it stands the guy DOES NOT LOSE his opener. Some might say, well they open with patsies, and some of them were, but a lot of them were conference games both home and away to open. The "Ole Ball Coach" is "DA GOAT" to start the season, but since he's been at USC, the wheels tend to come off soon after they win the opener. Further, as much as everyone thinks that USC was that bad last year, a little closer look at their schedule might surprise you.

All five of their losses were to Ranked Bowl teams including Vandy, Georgia, LSU, and Florida. Now outside of UF, they lost each game by 7 or less. If Garcia has matured even the slightest bit over the spring and the COCKS don't get in trouble early, then they can easily cover this number, if not win the game outright.

Ok, enough for this evening....if you agree of disagree, leave a comment and we'll swap ignorance over it!


Enjoy,
Da GOAT

Da GOAT'S "Sleeper Picks"

Welcome All….In true GOAT fashion, it’s time to look at some of the teams that I feel are “Sleeper” picks if you will. I know, some of you will think to yourself, “I already said that”, but you didn’t, so I am. Here we go….

SEC

Arkansas

This year may be the year that the Razorback faithful have their reason for hiring the “One and Done” Offensive mad scientist known as Bobby Petrino. Ryan Mallet is eligible this year and has a ton of talent and an absolute cannon on his shoulder. He is surrounded by talent at RB, with returning Michael Smith and Dennis Johnson back. A host of WR’s including Burner D.J. Williams leading the way, are all set to make big plays. The Defense is going to be very solid with a slew of returning starters. Of course, Da GOAT doesn’t think that Arkansas will win 9-10 games, but ATS, they will be a GREAT BET! Having to go ON THE ROAD to face Texas A&M, Alabama, Florida, Ole Miss, and LSU and having Auburn, USC and Georgia coming to Fayetteville, AR makes this schedule easily the toughest in the country. So, I do think Arkansas is a nice “Sleeper” pick but not to win the conference or even 10 games, but they will surprise some folks this year, and don’t be surprised if you don’t see them on the Da GOAT’s card early and often as they should be DOGS a lot at home.

Big 12

I would take Oklahoma St. here, but they are getting noticed, so Da GOAT chooses:

ROCK, CHAULK JAYHAWKS! Kansas

Todd Reesing is back to run an offense that might be as good if not better then the Jayhawks team that recently won the Orange Bowl. Both RB’s and a great WR corp. should allow Reesing to put up gaudy stats again this year. Same problem as with all the Big 12 team, no defense, but in the BIG 12 conference it’s all about who has the ball last anyway. (Texas fans should note this). Of course, Kansas has a glaring 0-9 against Texas, Oklahoma, and Texas Tech, and 7-3 against Mizzou and KSU. I look for the Jayhawks to probably win 8-9 ball games this year with the best game on the schedule being a date Nov. 14th with the Nebraska Corn Huskers where they look to score 100 a piece. Watch the Jayhawks this year as they may not have A LOT of value ATS, but the O/U numbers ought to be the TICKET this year.

ACC
Everyone is harping that “NCSU” is the sleeper pick in the ACC….NOT Da GOAT…Not this time!

Georgia Tech (With honorable mention going to UNC and Wake Forest)

Paul Johnson’s offense was a hit last year in the ACC and overall the Jackets went 9-4 overall last year. 9 offensive starters return this year with “Kid Dynamite” Josh Nesbitt and Jonathan Dwyer back in the mix and leading the way. GT was hitting off at a 273 yrd. Clip last year on the ground and it looks even more promising this year. Watch out ACC, this team is for real. Opposing teams are going to have to light up the scoreboard this year to keep up with Tech, but their stout defense will have something to say about that, because they are a talented bunch. GT has to go to UM, FSU, and Vandy, with Clemson, UNC, VT and Georgia coming to ATL. This team will be a team to watch out for because of they get on a roll, they will silently be in the Top 10 very quickly and should be a good bet ATS.

Big East

West Virginia

I actually like Cincy in this spot, but WV has caught my eye. They have a pitiful schedule and with some “Devine” intervention, they may slip up and win the Big East crown this year. Pat White leaving, on paper, creates a large void in the offense, or so it would appear. However, remember the name Jarrett Brown, because you will be hearing it often. He is a great, smooth QB that should fit right in to the WV scheme and coupled with Noel Devine, they should be a good tandem that will anchor this offense. Leading receiver Alric Arnett is back and looks to make a lot of plays for Brown which should open up some lanes for Devine if the defenses commit to stopping the pass. The offensive line is a new fresh bunch, but if they can block or hold somebody for long enough, Devine will take it the distance every time. Back to Back games with East Carolina at home and then going to Auburn, we will find out early if the Da GOAT has this team figured out.

Mountain West

TCU

After Utah smacked around Alabama last year in the Sugar Bowl, this conference started to get noticed. Da GOAT has always kept his collective eye on this conference because of Air Force, and BYU. They are great ATS. But this year, the state of Texas might have 2 teams in the BCS this year, provided ND shits the bed and they don’t get the at large bid. TCU is my pick coming out of the “Monster West”. With no Oklahoma on the schedule, and getting Utah at home, they might not have that tough of a course going undefeated this year. Gary Patterson is a genius and with only 8 return starters on this squad, Patterson will have to dig deep into his “Gray Matter” to figure out how to go undefeated with a group of untested young guns like they have. Andy Dalton is back however, and he was very efficient last year in running the offense, but will need to step his game up this year and be a leader, or this team will burn in flames.

Big 10

Who Cares…… Penn St. and Ohio State and then the rest of the worst from this conference.
However Illinois is the pick to be “third best” in this conference. That’s all the time I have for this conference until they prove they can win in big games, they are not worth my time.

Pac-10

Da fighting Beava’s of Oregon St.

Big problems on the defense really scares Da GOAT and does not make this pick appear to be a good one, but if they can “score more points than the other team” then OSU is they way to go. Everyone is talking about CAL, USC and Oregon, but OSU is flying under the radar at the moment. A lot of that is because of the defense of OSU losing the entire secondary and D-line. If they can find some talent to fill the gaps and knock down some passes, then they might be able to rely on their offense to beat people. I believe Morevao will be ready by the season opener, and both Rodgers are back to carry the tater this year. The road schedule is brutal, having to go to USC, CAL, ‘Zona St and Oregon, so if they plan on making it a good year they better smack people around in Reser Stadium this year.

That’s all I have folk, you may or not agree…so voice your opinion/comment and let’s discuss it.

Enjoy,
Da GOAT