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Unread postby Caradoc » 18 Oct 2006, 22:05

Again, Corribus, I ask: "What the hell is wrong with the 'Skins?"
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Unread postby Corribus » 19 Oct 2006, 13:38

Caradoc wrote:Again, Corribus, I ask: "What the hell is wrong with the 'Skins?"
They suck, that's what's wrong with them.

They're playing the Colts this weekend. If they couldn't beat an 0-5 team AT HOME, what do you think is their chance of beating a 5-0 team? With BOOnell at the helm, I'd say zilch.

*sigh* I hate when the season is over before November... :(
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Unread postby Angelspit » 19 Oct 2006, 14:55

I'm a football newbie who's in a newbie pool.

Pittsburgh (2-3) at Atlanta (3-2), who would you pick?

I'm currently in first place, with 7 points ahead of everyone, so I need to play it safe.
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Unread postby Vlad976 » 19 Oct 2006, 17:31

I want to say that Atlanta is the safe pick, but I'm not terribly sure about it. It's a strength vs strength match regarding the Atlanta rushing attack vs the Steelers rush defense. At the same time, the Pittsburgh offense seems to have awakened, and Atlanta's D isn't anything special (they're about average in rushing and passing defense). Atlanta may be the safe pick in terms of record, but my gut says Pittsburgh.
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Unread postby Corribus » 19 Oct 2006, 17:49

Vlad976 wrote:I want to say that Atlanta is the safe pick, but I'm not terribly sure about it. It's a strength vs strength match regarding the Atlanta rushing attack vs the Steelers rush defense. At the same time, the Pittsburgh offense seems to have awakened, and Atlanta's D isn't anything special (they're about average in rushing and passing defense). Atlanta may be the safe pick in terms of record, but my gut says Pittsburgh.
It's a tough call and you could make a case for either team. When I'm in doubt, I usually pick the home team because there's a definite advantage in playing at home. Not to mention, Atlanta's nursing a bruised ego after being somewhat humiliated by the Giants. In my pool here at work I'm edging towards Atlanta.... but just barely.
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Unread postby Angelspit » 19 Oct 2006, 18:07

The pool I was referring to is with a couple of Dark Messiah fans over at Disciples of Sareth. I wish I had told you guys about it, since we only have 5 or 6 active players now.

Anyway, thanks for the tips. I think I'll go with Atlanta.
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Unread postby Corribus » 19 Oct 2006, 19:18

Angelspit wrote:The pool I was referring to is with a couple of Dark Messiah fans over at Disciples of Sareth. I wish I had told you guys about it, since we only have 5 or 6 active players now.

Anyway, thanks for the tips. I think I'll go with Atlanta.
Sometimes it's also helpful to check out what the official spread is, over at espn.com. It's a generally good guide to who is most likely to win. Just remember the home team always automatically is given 3 points advantage.
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Unread postby gravyluvr » 19 Oct 2006, 19:25

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Vlad976 wrote::sweat: Well it seems that despite their best efforts(4 INTs and 2 fumbles lost), Da Bears managed to beat the Cardinals.
It's always a good day when a Cardinals team (in any sport) loses. :D
Sacrilege!

It's always good when any team from New York or Dallas loses!
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Unread postby gravyluvr » 19 Oct 2006, 19:31

Angelspit wrote:The pool I was referring to is with a couple of Dark Messiah fans over at Disciples of Sareth. I wish I had told you guys about it, since we only have 5 or 6 active players now.

Anyway, thanks for the tips. I think I'll go with Atlanta.
I don't think Willia Parker will be able to get as many yards against that Atlanta D. Pitt won big last week so they're due for the let down.

Atlanta 20-17 (but it could also be Pittburgh 20-17).

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Unread postby Caradoc » 20 Oct 2006, 06:23

Michael Vick's passing has been off all year and the Steelers shut down running teams. I think Pittsburgh wins this easily.
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Unread postby Vlad976 » 21 Oct 2006, 06:44

It's Homecoming time at Iowa State. Texas Tech comes to town, and no doubt they're favored over ISU. It was pretty interesting when the two teams last met in Ames.
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Unread postby urbanmonk » 28 Oct 2006, 18:33

USC comes to town today......Go Beavers, beat them Trojans.
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Unread postby Vlad976 » 30 Oct 2006, 08:09

So much for USC...
Iowa State loses. AGAIN. I get the feeling we're not going to be making a bowl appearance this season.

Da Bears cruise against the 49'ers. Real test comes in two weeks when a three game road stretch begins. @ Giants, @ Jets, @ Patriots.
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Unread postby Caradoc » 30 Oct 2006, 20:30

urbanmonk wrote:USC comes to town today......Go Beavers, beat them Trojans.
Indeed. Well done, Beavs.
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Unread postby Vlad976 » 04 Nov 2006, 22:04

:vomit: It's finally over, the thrashing of Iowa State by Kansas, 41-10. We seem to have packed it in since the game 3 loss to Iowa. Oh well, at least Northwestern beat Iowa...
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Unread postby Caradoc » 05 Nov 2006, 23:04

Gag! Hack! Gurgle! Aiiiieeeeee!
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Unread postby Omega_Destroyer » 06 Nov 2006, 03:01

The important thing is that the Detroit Lions managed to win a second (and most likely last of the season) game.
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Unread postby Corribus » 06 Nov 2006, 15:14

Not to mention my Skins eeked out a victory (in most unlikely fashion) against the hated Cowturds.
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Unread postby Angelspit » 06 Nov 2006, 15:51

I didn't have much success in my pool recently. The second place guy is getting closer to me. I think I'll ask you guys for your help for this week's picks.
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Unread postby gravyluvr » 06 Nov 2006, 20:12

Corribus wrote:Not to mention my Skins eeked out a victory (in most unlikely fashion) against the hated Cowturds.
That may be the first time both teams have attempted a game winning kick on the final play of the game!

I don't care how... We beat the Cowboys!
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