Bill Russell with his two sons, Greg Oden and Lebron James
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Thursday, February 14, 2013
The Jets Offseason Plan
After finishing a disappointing season with a record of 6-10, the Jets replaced GM Mike Tannenbaum with John Idzik. If I were in his shoes, this is how I would attack the offseason.
1. Determine if Mark Sanchez is your guy...
It all starts with the quarterback.
Try to be objective and forget about the Buttfumble (one of his 16 lost fumbles over the last two seasons), the 68-69 career TD-to-INT ratio, the 71.7 career QB rating, the double-pump interceptions, and the fact that he is incapable of carrying an offense on his own.
...then trade for Matt Flynn.
2. Build around Muhammad Wilkerson, Quinton Coples, Antonio Cromartie, and Darrelle Revis.
Everything should start with these four guys. Any talk of trading Revis needs to stop.
3. Trade down in the draft.
The Jets have the ninth pick in a draft that seems to be muddled at the top. At this point, it wouldn't surprise me if one of about seven players was selected with the top pick. After years of dealing picks away, it's time to get some back.
Maybe the Rams want a third first round pick this year and would deal their second rounder and next year's first.
Maybe the Packers or Broncos feel like they are one player away from making the Super Bowl next season and would roll the dice with their first two picks to move into the top 10.
Gotta pick up the phone to find out. The more picks, the more options Idzik will have at his disposal.
4. Trade one of those extra picks for Percy Harvin.
You want a second rounder Minnesota? Done. We just traded down to get an extra one.
Dynamic playmakers like Harvin are not easy to find. He adds dimensions to this offense that haven't existed since Curtis Martin was around. Jeremy Kerley can be a solid slot receiver, but the offense is in deep trouble if he's the go-to guy. Harvin makes everyone around him better.
5. Find more skill position players.
I've made the joke one too many times that the Jets only scout skill position players coming from the Big 10. Let's expand those horizons. Maybe we can send someone to the SEC. Or at least ask for some tape from some SEC games.
Shonn Greene is not a number one running back. As mentioned above, Kerley is not a number one receiver.
6. Draft a WR with the newly acquired, lower first round pick, either Cordarrelle Patterson or Keenan Allen or Nuke Hopkins.
I think I can live with a Hopkins-Kerley-Stephen Hill trio out wide with Harvin lining up all over the field. That has the makings of an exciting offense.
7. Give DT Henry Melton a call to see how much money he wants.
A defensive line of Melton-Wilkerson-Coples would be among the top three in the league, and Melton is the oldest of the bunch at 26 years old.
1. Determine if Mark Sanchez is your guy...
It all starts with the quarterback.
Try to be objective and forget about the Buttfumble (one of his 16 lost fumbles over the last two seasons), the 68-69 career TD-to-INT ratio, the 71.7 career QB rating, the double-pump interceptions, and the fact that he is incapable of carrying an offense on his own.
...then trade for Matt Flynn.
2. Build around Muhammad Wilkerson, Quinton Coples, Antonio Cromartie, and Darrelle Revis.
Everything should start with these four guys. Any talk of trading Revis needs to stop.
3. Trade down in the draft.
The Jets have the ninth pick in a draft that seems to be muddled at the top. At this point, it wouldn't surprise me if one of about seven players was selected with the top pick. After years of dealing picks away, it's time to get some back.
Maybe the Rams want a third first round pick this year and would deal their second rounder and next year's first.
Maybe the Packers or Broncos feel like they are one player away from making the Super Bowl next season and would roll the dice with their first two picks to move into the top 10.
Gotta pick up the phone to find out. The more picks, the more options Idzik will have at his disposal.
4. Trade one of those extra picks for Percy Harvin.
You want a second rounder Minnesota? Done. We just traded down to get an extra one.
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| This dude would look good in green |
5. Find more skill position players.
I've made the joke one too many times that the Jets only scout skill position players coming from the Big 10. Let's expand those horizons. Maybe we can send someone to the SEC. Or at least ask for some tape from some SEC games.
Shonn Greene is not a number one running back. As mentioned above, Kerley is not a number one receiver.
6. Draft a WR with the newly acquired, lower first round pick, either Cordarrelle Patterson or Keenan Allen or Nuke Hopkins.
I think I can live with a Hopkins-Kerley-Stephen Hill trio out wide with Harvin lining up all over the field. That has the makings of an exciting offense.
7. Give DT Henry Melton a call to see how much money he wants.
A defensive line of Melton-Wilkerson-Coples would be among the top three in the league, and Melton is the oldest of the bunch at 26 years old.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Separated at Birth
Could this be a father-son combo:
H/T to loyal reader JS129 who sent in this suggestion
H/T to loyal reader JS129 who sent in this suggestion
Never Would Have Expected...
Zach Randolph to do something like this because of the ay he's always portrayed, but good for him and Brendan Haywood for doing things like this.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
NBA Trade That Makes Sense
Atlanta trades Josh Smith
LA Clippers trade Eric Bledsoe, Lamar Odom, and Ryan Hollins
Boooook it
LA Clippers trade Eric Bledsoe, Lamar Odom, and Ryan Hollins
Boooook it
Monday, December 31, 2012
The Best Quotes of 2012
5. “Take a picture with
the kid who’s not taller than you!” - Mike Aviles
to his Red Sox teammate Dustin Pedroia as they greeted a group of Little Leaguers
before a game
4. “What the hell they gonna do? Play the Wii?” - Bart Scott discussing the Tim Tebow / Lolo Jones romance
3.“If I were a Marlins fan right now I’d be
furious, wishing that I existed.” - Matt Sussman
2.“Phoenix Coyotes Pretend Homeless Drifters At Greyhound Bus
Station Are Fans Welcoming Team Home.” - The Onion
1. “I’d love to see him back in my barn in a few months. But
realistically, he’ll probably be seeing a lot of beautiful mares and smoking a
lot of cigarettes.” - I'll Have Another trainer Doug O’Neill after his horse was scratched from the Belmont Derby
Picks: Week of 12/31-1/7
College Football
Mississippi State Pk (vs Northwestern): 2.5 units to win 2.6 units L - 2.5 units
Parlay- Georgia -8.5 (vs Nebraska) / South Carolina -4.5 (vs Michigan): 2.5 units to win 6.5 units W - 6.5 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
NFL
Redskins Pk (over Seahawks): 2.5 units to win 3.5 units
Packers to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 7.5 units
Mississippi State Pk (vs Northwestern): 2.5 units to win 2.6 units L - 2.5 units
Parlay- Georgia -8.5 (vs Nebraska) / South Carolina -4.5 (vs Michigan): 2.5 units to win 6.5 units W - 6.5 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
NFL
Redskins Pk (over Seahawks): 2.5 units to win 3.5 units
Packers to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 7.5 units
Season Record (beginning 9/1/12)
CFB: 38-33 (+8.0 units)
NFL: 45-46 (+39.7 units)
EPL: 9-8 (-0.5 units)
CFB: 38-33 (+8.0 units)
NFL: 45-46 (+39.7 units)
EPL: 9-8 (-0.5 units)
Sunday, December 30, 2012
11 Things I Know I Know: Week 17
1. I know the Texans should be ashamed of their performances over the last two weeks. From top seed with homefield advantage until the Super Bowl to the third seed with absolutely no shot of reaching the Super Bowl in eight days. Pathetic.
On the flip side, I can't give Chuck Pagano and Bruce Arians for the job they did on Sunday and over the entire season. A trip to the playoffs well-deserved.
2. I know the Falcons should join the Texans in their ashamity (not a word, just go with it). Atlanta started all of their regulars and played them all game, and they still lost to the 6-9 Bucs team that had lost five straight games. Matty Ice better step it up or the Falcons will be one and done.
3. I know that unless the Packers make it to New Orleans, the AFC will win the Super Bowl.
4. I know Adrian Peterson should be this season's MVP.
5. I know the most disappointing team of the year was the Detroit Lions. They went from 10-6 a year ago to 4-12. Aside from Calvin Johnson breaking the receiving yardage record, this was a wasted season and one to forget in Motown.
6. I know the teams I'm most looking forward to seeing improve next year are Carolina and Cleveland. I was a year early on the bandwagon for these two, but I fully expect Cam Newton and Brandon Weeden leading their respective teams to the postseason. There's still plenty of room to join now.
7. I know the Ravens were a Ray Rice miracle 4th-and-29 play away from being the sixth seed in the AFC and having to go to Houston next weekend where they likely would have been six point 'dogs. Instead, they will host the Colts and be favored by about a touchdown.
8. I know the Chiefs and Jaguars will pick first and second, respectively in April's draft. Unfortunately, this year's class lacks the no-doubters that last year's crop had. There are no Andrew Lucks or RG IIIs out there. In fact, offensive and defensive linemen might be taken with each of the draft's top ten selections. The Raiders, Eagles, Lions, Browns, and Cardinals round out the top seven. The Jets will pick ninth.
9. I know I liked: a) the NFL scheduling 16 intra-division games in Week 17;
b) Deji Karim's kick return touchdown when he sprinted straight up the field from one goal line to the other without juking anyone;
c) the standing ovation given to #Chuckstrong by everyone in the building in Indy, including the opposing Texans;
d) Philly's onside kick to open the game;
e) Antonio Brown hugging and lifting a kid as part of his touchdown celebration; and
f) the catch of the day being made by Cardinals offensive lineman Senio Kelemete.
10. I know I disliked: a) any coach that calls a run up the middle on 2nd-and1 (take a shot down the field);
b) seeing Kahlil Bell - who was released by the Bears and the Jets this season only to be picked up again by Chicago - getting 3rd-and-1 carries late in the third quarter instead of Matt Forte;
c) Gary Kubiak not going for two after scoring a touchdown to get to 14-12; and
d) turning off the RedZone Channel and my boy Scott Hanson for the last time this season.
11. I know six head coaches will be fired on Black Monday. Gimme Andy Reid, Norv Turner, Chan Gailey, Pat Shurmur, and Mike Munchak for the win please.
(Bonus) 12. I know that FanDuel is my new second-favorite site on the internet (behind TheSportsBanter.com). I highly recommend giving it a shot and when you do, use this link.
Thanks to all the readers for your comments and feedback this year. I will try to mix in an 11 Things article at some point during the playoffs so check but can't make any promises.
"11 Things I Know I Know" is my feeble attempt to trump the untrumpable SI.com's Peter King and his "10 Things I Think I Think" is my favorite article each week.
On the flip side, I can't give Chuck Pagano and Bruce Arians for the job they did on Sunday and over the entire season. A trip to the playoffs well-deserved.
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| I know this Colts Superfan is not married. |
2. I know the Falcons should join the Texans in their ashamity (not a word, just go with it). Atlanta started all of their regulars and played them all game, and they still lost to the 6-9 Bucs team that had lost five straight games. Matty Ice better step it up or the Falcons will be one and done.
3. I know that unless the Packers make it to New Orleans, the AFC will win the Super Bowl.
4. I know Adrian Peterson should be this season's MVP.
5. I know the most disappointing team of the year was the Detroit Lions. They went from 10-6 a year ago to 4-12. Aside from Calvin Johnson breaking the receiving yardage record, this was a wasted season and one to forget in Motown.
6. I know the teams I'm most looking forward to seeing improve next year are Carolina and Cleveland. I was a year early on the bandwagon for these two, but I fully expect Cam Newton and Brandon Weeden leading their respective teams to the postseason. There's still plenty of room to join now.
7. I know the Ravens were a Ray Rice miracle 4th-and-29 play away from being the sixth seed in the AFC and having to go to Houston next weekend where they likely would have been six point 'dogs. Instead, they will host the Colts and be favored by about a touchdown.
8. I know the Chiefs and Jaguars will pick first and second, respectively in April's draft. Unfortunately, this year's class lacks the no-doubters that last year's crop had. There are no Andrew Lucks or RG IIIs out there. In fact, offensive and defensive linemen might be taken with each of the draft's top ten selections. The Raiders, Eagles, Lions, Browns, and Cardinals round out the top seven. The Jets will pick ninth.
9. I know I liked: a) the NFL scheduling 16 intra-division games in Week 17;
b) Deji Karim's kick return touchdown when he sprinted straight up the field from one goal line to the other without juking anyone;
c) the standing ovation given to #Chuckstrong by everyone in the building in Indy, including the opposing Texans;
d) Philly's onside kick to open the game;
e) Antonio Brown hugging and lifting a kid as part of his touchdown celebration; and
f) the catch of the day being made by Cardinals offensive lineman Senio Kelemete.
10. I know I disliked: a) any coach that calls a run up the middle on 2nd-and1 (take a shot down the field);
b) seeing Kahlil Bell - who was released by the Bears and the Jets this season only to be picked up again by Chicago - getting 3rd-and-1 carries late in the third quarter instead of Matt Forte;
c) Gary Kubiak not going for two after scoring a touchdown to get to 14-12; and
d) turning off the RedZone Channel and my boy Scott Hanson for the last time this season.
11. I know six head coaches will be fired on Black Monday. Gimme Andy Reid, Norv Turner, Chan Gailey, Pat Shurmur, and Mike Munchak for the win please.
(Bonus) 12. I know that FanDuel is my new second-favorite site on the internet (behind TheSportsBanter.com). I highly recommend giving it a shot and when you do, use this link.
Thanks to all the readers for your comments and feedback this year. I will try to mix in an 11 Things article at some point during the playoffs so check but can't make any promises.
"11 Things I Know I Know" is my feeble attempt to trump the untrumpable SI.com's Peter King and his "10 Things I Think I Think" is my favorite article each week.
Friday, December 28, 2012
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Picks: Week of 12/27-12/30
Le's pretend last week never happened. My bank account doesn't have that luxury, but it would be best if we just moved on and never spoke of it again.
College Football
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units W - 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
College Football
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units W - 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
NFL
Cardinals +16.5 (at 49ers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Cowboys +3.5 (at Redskins): 3.9 units to win 3.5 units L - 3.9 unitsCardinals +16.5 (at 49ers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Season Record (beginning 9/1/12)
CFB: 37-30 (+11.8 units)
NFL: 44-44 (+43.6 units)
EPL: 9-8 (-0.5 units)
CFB: 37-30 (+11.8 units)
NFL: 44-44 (+43.6 units)
EPL: 9-8 (-0.5 units)
Pending:
Packers to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 7.5 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
Saturday, December 22, 2012
The 2014 Mets
I commend Sandy Alderson for tossing in the towel on the upcoming 2013 season. He recognized that his team as currently constructed could not compete. Mix in some seemingly tight financial handcuffs, and we come to the realization that trading the reigning Cy Young winner for some prospects was a wise move.
But let's not stop there. It's time to keep assembling the 2014 roster, and much of that work can be done this offseason. Let's sell off the pieces currently on the roster, sign some free agents that specialize in one thing, and then sell them off too.
It's Christmas season so here's my wish list for the rest of the offseason.
Gift 1)
The Dodgers want Bobby Parnell? We're listening, Ned Colletti. What about this deal: Parnell, RP Frank Francisco, and SP Collin McHugh for my man Zach Lee? Book it, and we'll worry about the bullpen later.
The 2014 rotation would look something like this:
1- Matt Harvey
2- Jon Niese
3- Zack Wheeler
4- Lee
5- Noah Syndergaard
Next year, that's a workable crew. By 2015, that's a phenomenal group.
Gift 2)
Pick up half of Johan Santana's salary and give him to anyone that will take him. A team like the Rangers wouldn't be interested in him on a 1-year / $16m deal? I don't believe that.
Gift 3)
Use the other half of Johan's salary to pick up some free agents. Fun fact: The Mets are the only team in baseball not to have signed any Major League free agents this offseason. Time for that to change.
Joe Saunders, 2-years / $14m. Done.
Scott Hairston, 2-years / $10m. Done.
Mike Gonzalez, 1-year / $4m. Done.
Raul Ibanez, 1-year / $4m. Done.
Come July, these guys will be in demand, and the Mets can pick up some more mid-level prospects in return.
Gift 4)
Trade for Justin Upton. A combo of SS Ruben Tejada, OF Brandon Nimmo (last year's first round pick), and RP Cory Mazzoni sounds like a better return than any other team is offering right now. Upton is signed for three more years at a very reasonable $13m per. Lock it in, Sandy.
Gift 5)
Sign Michael Bourn. The market for Bourn has disappeared. No one wants to go to Seattle. Texas looks like it's focusing elsewhere. Opportunity exists. Let's jump at it. Who says no to a 5-year / $80m offer?
The top of the 2014 lineup would be well above league average:
1- Bourn
2- David Wright
3- Upton
4- Ike Davis
5- Travis D'Arnaud
These five hitters along with the five starters in the rotation mentioned above would cost less than $70m in 2014, leaving plenty of room to fill the voids around the diamond and in the bullpen.
This team would have me legitimately excited to be a fan again.
Happy holidays.
But let's not stop there. It's time to keep assembling the 2014 roster, and much of that work can be done this offseason. Let's sell off the pieces currently on the roster, sign some free agents that specialize in one thing, and then sell them off too.
It's Christmas season so here's my wish list for the rest of the offseason.
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| Sandy Claus, yea I forced that one |
Gift 1)
The Dodgers want Bobby Parnell? We're listening, Ned Colletti. What about this deal: Parnell, RP Frank Francisco, and SP Collin McHugh for my man Zach Lee? Book it, and we'll worry about the bullpen later.
The 2014 rotation would look something like this:
1- Matt Harvey
2- Jon Niese
3- Zack Wheeler
4- Lee
5- Noah Syndergaard
Next year, that's a workable crew. By 2015, that's a phenomenal group.
Gift 2)
Pick up half of Johan Santana's salary and give him to anyone that will take him. A team like the Rangers wouldn't be interested in him on a 1-year / $16m deal? I don't believe that.
Gift 3)
Use the other half of Johan's salary to pick up some free agents. Fun fact: The Mets are the only team in baseball not to have signed any Major League free agents this offseason. Time for that to change.
Joe Saunders, 2-years / $14m. Done.
Scott Hairston, 2-years / $10m. Done.
Mike Gonzalez, 1-year / $4m. Done.
Raul Ibanez, 1-year / $4m. Done.
Come July, these guys will be in demand, and the Mets can pick up some more mid-level prospects in return.
Gift 4)
Trade for Justin Upton. A combo of SS Ruben Tejada, OF Brandon Nimmo (last year's first round pick), and RP Cory Mazzoni sounds like a better return than any other team is offering right now. Upton is signed for three more years at a very reasonable $13m per. Lock it in, Sandy.
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| Stud would look great in orange and blue |
Gift 5)
Sign Michael Bourn. The market for Bourn has disappeared. No one wants to go to Seattle. Texas looks like it's focusing elsewhere. Opportunity exists. Let's jump at it. Who says no to a 5-year / $80m offer?
The top of the 2014 lineup would be well above league average:
1- Bourn
2- David Wright
3- Upton
4- Ike Davis
5- Travis D'Arnaud
These five hitters along with the five starters in the rotation mentioned above would cost less than $70m in 2014, leaving plenty of room to fill the voids around the diamond and in the bullpen.
This team would have me legitimately excited to be a fan again.
Happy holidays.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Picks: Week of 12/20-12/23
My biggest play of the year (Falcons) hit for me which made it a very solid week overall despite writing off a number of my futures bets. Not loving very much in the NFL this week though.
Nice 2-0 EPL week as well puts me in the black in all three arenas.
Finally, the bowls start. Let's keep making money.
College Football
San Diego State +3 (vs BYU): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Ball State +8 (vs Central Florida): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Parlay- Ball State Pk (vs Central Florida) / UCLA -1 (vs Baylor) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 2.5 units to win 19.6 units L - 2.5 units
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Bengals +4 (at Steelers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Chiefs +6.5 (vs Colts): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Cowboys -3 (vs Saints): 2.5 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.5 units
Cowboys -2 (vs Saints): 3.9 units to win 3.5 units L - 3.9 units
Bucs -3 (vs Rams): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Ravens +2.5 (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
49ers Pk (at Seahawks): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Teaser- Panthers +1 (vs Raiders) / Bears-Cardinals over 26.5 / Jets +8.5 (vs Chargers): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
EPL
Parlay- Tottenham Pk / Man City Pk: 3.7 units to win 2.6 units L - 3.7 units
Pending:
Nice 2-0 EPL week as well puts me in the black in all three arenas.
Finally, the bowls start. Let's keep making money.
College Football
San Diego State +3 (vs BYU): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Ball State +8 (vs Central Florida): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Parlay- Ball State Pk (vs Central Florida) / UCLA -1 (vs Baylor) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 2.5 units to win 19.6 units L - 2.5 units
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
NFL
Lions Pk (vs Falcons): 2.5 units to win 4.3 units L - 2.5 unitsBengals +4 (at Steelers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Chiefs +6.5 (vs Colts): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Cowboys -3 (vs Saints): 2.5 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.5 units
Cowboys -2 (vs Saints): 3.9 units to win 3.5 units L - 3.9 units
Bucs -3 (vs Rams): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Ravens +2.5 (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
49ers Pk (at Seahawks): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Teaser- Panthers +1 (vs Raiders) / Bears-Cardinals over 26.5 / Jets +8.5 (vs Chargers): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units L - 3.0 units
EPL
Parlay- Tottenham Pk / Man City Pk: 3.7 units to win 2.6 units L - 3.7 units
Season Record (beginning 9/1/12)
CFB: 37-27 (+19.9 units)
NFL: 42-37 (+58.9 units)
EPL: 9-7 (+3.2 units)
CFB: 37-27 (+19.9 units)
NFL: 42-37 (+58.9 units)
EPL: 9-7 (+3.2 units)
Pending:
Packers to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 7.5 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Picks: Week of 12/13-12/16
There are two NFL games I love this weekend, and I will be adding to my position as we get closer to the game.
The Falcons are not nearly as dominant as their record suggests. BUT. For some reason, they are being written off. This is still a good team, especially at home. The Giants always make things interesting, and I think they lay an egg here only to come back with a vengeance in weeks 16 and 17 to take the division. This week, though, gimme the Birds. If this spread drops to 1, it will likely be my biggest play of the year.
I'm also shocked the Cowboys are home 'dogs to a Pittsburgh team that got embarrassed at home against underwhelming San Diego. Hoping this line goes up to 2 even though I think Dallas wins outright.
Also had an opportunity to try my first reverse teaser. 200:1 odds are just too good to pass up.
College Football
Ball State +8 (vs Central Florida): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
San Diego State (vs BYU): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Parlay- Ball State Pk (vs Central Florida) / UCLA -1 (vs Baylor) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 2.5 units to win 19.6 units
Pending:
The Falcons are not nearly as dominant as their record suggests. BUT. For some reason, they are being written off. This is still a good team, especially at home. The Giants always make things interesting, and I think they lay an egg here only to come back with a vengeance in weeks 16 and 17 to take the division. This week, though, gimme the Birds. If this spread drops to 1, it will likely be my biggest play of the year.
I'm also shocked the Cowboys are home 'dogs to a Pittsburgh team that got embarrassed at home against underwhelming San Diego. Hoping this line goes up to 2 even though I think Dallas wins outright.
Also had an opportunity to try my first reverse teaser. 200:1 odds are just too good to pass up.
College Football
Ball State +8 (vs Central Florida): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
San Diego State (vs BYU): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Rutgers +2 (vs Virginia Tech): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Texas +2 (vs Oregon State): 5.6 units to win 5.0 units
Notre Dame +10 (vs Alabama): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Oklahoma State -6.5 (vs Purdue) / Notre Dame +20 (vs Alabama): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Teaser- USC Pk (vs Georgia Tech) / Florida -4 (vs Louisville) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 3.0 units to win 2.5 units
Parlay- Ball State Pk (vs Central Florida) / UCLA -1 (vs Baylor) / Alabama Pk (vs Notre Dame): 2.5 units to win 19.6 units
NFL
Eagles +4.5 (vs Bengals): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Falcons -1.5 (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Falcons -1 (vs Giants): 6.6 units to win 6.0 units W - 6.0 units
Falcons Pk (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Packers -2.5 (at Bears): 2.9 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Redskins +3.5 (at Browns): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Cowboys +1.5 (vs Steelers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Patriots -5.5 (vs 49ers): 2.3 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.3 units
Reverse Teaser- Falcons -9.5 / Ravens -4.5 / Bucs -3.5 / Cowboys -4.5 / Patriots -12.5: 2.0 units to win 400.0 units L - 2.0 units
Eagles +4.5 (vs Bengals): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.8 units
Falcons -1.5 (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Falcons -1 (vs Giants): 6.6 units to win 6.0 units W - 6.0 units
Falcons Pk (vs Giants): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Packers -2.5 (at Bears): 2.9 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Redskins +3.5 (at Browns): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Cowboys +1.5 (vs Steelers): 2.8 units to win 2.5 units W - 2.5 units
Patriots -5.5 (vs 49ers): 2.3 units to win 2.5 units L - 2.3 units
Reverse Teaser- Falcons -9.5 / Ravens -4.5 / Bucs -3.5 / Cowboys -4.5 / Patriots -12.5: 2.0 units to win 400.0 units L - 2.0 units
Steelers under 9.5 wins: 2.5 units to win 2.9 units W - 2.9 units
Eli throws more TDs than Peyton: 4.1 units to win 2.5 units L - 4.1 units
Saints to win the NFC: 2.5 units to win 50.0 units L - 2.5 units
EPL
Norwich City -0.5: 2.5 units to win 2.7 units W - 2.7 units
Parlay- Man U -0.5 / Man City -0.5: 3.0 units to win 2.6 units W - 2.6 units
Eli throws more TDs than Peyton: 4.1 units to win 2.5 units L - 4.1 units
Saints to win the NFC: 2.5 units to win 50.0 units L - 2.5 units
EPL
Norwich City -0.5: 2.5 units to win 2.7 units W - 2.7 units
Parlay- Man U -0.5 / Man City -0.5: 3.0 units to win 2.6 units W - 2.6 units
Season Record (beginning 9/1/12)
CFB: 37-27 (+19.9 units)
NFL: 35-32 (+51.2 units)
EPL: 7-7 (-2.1 units)
CFB: 37-27 (+19.9 units)
NFL: 35-32 (+51.2 units)
EPL: 7-7 (-2.1 units)
Pending:
Packers to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 7.5 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
Cowboys to win NFC: 2.5 units to win 43.8 units
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