Like I care about these picks for this week. Note to everyone, I spent about 30 minutes doing some actual work and then said what the heck; it's not going to matter anyway. I might as well pull names out of a hat, or place a call to my trusty eight ball; or better still, just toss a coin in the air (the way my luck is going the coin would land on its side). More on this junk, later.
What do Roger Goodell, Steve Bisciotti, and Jameis Winston's attorney David Cornwell, all have in common? For those of us that are old enough, think back to the summer of 1971, and the group Three Dog Night. They released a hit off of their album titled "Naturally." The song that was released was titled "Liar," which describes these three stooges to a tea. That press conference by Roger Goodell last Friday, was a freaking joke. All I could think of while this modern art masterpiece was being jammed up my nose was that King Goodell gets to levy fine after fine upon NFL players; however, when he messes up, he's not held to the same standard as the players. Something reeks of sewage with this
situation.
As for Steve Bisciotti, he just flat out doesn't give a rip. After listening to his press conference at the beginning of this week, I came away with two things; first, he's a better liar than Roger Goodell; and second, he has to be the most arrogant piece of garbage to be breathing air, at this moment. Just wait, it's early in the week; someone may trump this cartoon character before we reach Saturday night.
And, finally; The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald (Jameis Winston), continues to develop right before our eyes. As if what happened last Saturday night didn't tick the majority of the country off with his self absorbed self, running onto the field in full pads with his helmet strapped on, now we have his attorney, David Cornwell sending FSU a 13 page letter in which he claims that the accuser's attorney tried to extort 7 million dollars from Jameis Winston. Turns out, it was Cornwell who asked for a settlement hoping that everything would disappear.
The following narrative came from the attorney representing Winston's accuser in the Title IX saga that is ongoing: "Settlement discussions were immediately unproductive as Cornwell was crude and insulting going so far as to say 'your client likes to [expletive] football players,'" Clune told the Sentinel. "When told that the client's main concern was not money but that Winston be held accountable for his actions, Cornwell threatened to sue our client and her parents for civil racketeering in an effort to intimidate them into staying quiet. After learning about Mr. Cornwell's unprofessional conduct at that meeting from Ms. Carroll, our office has decidedly not engaged with Mr. Cornwell at all or anyone else on Mr. Winston's behalf. Although it is our understanding that settlement was discussed, no authorized demands were made of Mr. Winston. And so it goes, as the world turns, the young continue to be restless.
Speaking of being restless, that was me after the noon games came to an end last Saturday. I went 0-3 in those early games, and only made a little improvement as the rest of the day unfolded; finishing that fine day with a 4-6 record, with 27 points. For the season, the record stands at 27-13 with 158 points, good for 95.1% Well, time to head over to the playhouse and turn the cartoon network on, so I can make a few decisions. Here's to hanging out with Foghorn Leghorn, Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, Roger Rabbit, and the rest of the gang.
Missouri @ South Carolina (10) - How in the world do you justify a loss to a team which lost to Bowling Green the week before. Indiana is horrible on defense, as well. Missouri should have hung at least 50 on the Hoosiers; but, we all know how that game turned out. Now, they travel from Columbia to another Columbia; where the Roosters call home. These chickens appear to have turned the corner since that embarrassing home opener to Texas A&M. Look for Spurrier's troops to scratch out a victory over the Tigers, 34-24.
Stanford (9) @ Washington - The nation's number one scoring defense rolls into Seattle to take on the Huskies. Plus, they have had a week off to get ready for Washington. All of which doesn't bode very well for the puppies. Other than the Hawaii game, I haven't seen Washington play. I do know this, if Washington brings that performance that they showed against Hawaii, they will lose large. Even if they play above their ability, I still think that Stanford will prevail, 33-20.
North Carolina @ Clemson (8) - I'm sorry, I can't pick a team which gave up 70 points the week before, I don't care who they are playing, or the circumstances surrounding the contest. Besides the home team usually rules in this series, anyway. Tigers over the herd of little sheep, 44-28.
Florida State (7) @ NC State - Oh great, Jameis is back in the saddle. After watching that buffoon and all of his antics in the past 10 days, I will not be watching one play of this game. I posted a stat the other day where a ranked FSU team which rolled into Carter Finley Stadium and played an un-ranked NC State team had lost the past three times. Like last week, I'll put my points on the Seminoles and hope they lose, cause I could care less about this bunch of whahoos, especially where Jameis Winston and Jimbo Fisher are concerned. Noles over the Pack, 44-24.
Minnesota @ Michigan (6) - Welcome to the bye bye Brady Hoke tour. You can go ahead and stick a fork in him, he's done at Michigan. The question is will he make it the rest of the season? If he loses to Minnyhaha, on Saturday, I doubt it. Besides, tickets to the Utah game were selling for 18 dollars on Stubhub. Now, this week, there was a local promotion where you would receive free Michigan tickets with the purchase of two Coca-Cola products. After that went viral, somebody from the Big House campus had that little promotion zapped. I'm a little leery of this pick; nevertheless, it is what it is, and what it is, is a big mess. Wolverines over the Gophers, 30-23.
Colorado State @ Boston College (5) - Question number two. How did Pittsburgh beat Boston College and then pull that Houdini act in the second half of the Iowa game, last week? And by Houdini act, I'm talking about that disappearing trick that they pulled on Iowa, concerning their offense. I know what you are thinking; however it's hard for me to stay on point with such a fantastic (cough, cough) slate of games. As for this match up, Colorado State will challenge the Eagles; however, come the fourth quarter, look for BC's depth to wear down the Rams; to the tune of 33-26.
Duke (4) @ Miami - Miami needs this game; and, by needs I'm talking they need to win this game, period. Here's another case where I haven't seen a particular team make a play for the season, in Duke. On the other hand, I have seen Miami play. They lost both games, and since this one will be on ESPN2, I'll probably watch a few plays just to see if they can make it a trifecta. Hard to say this where football is concerned; but, the Duke Blue-Devils over the hapless Hurricanes, 33-28.
Temple (3) @ UConn - And now for the rest of the mess. Not one, not two, but three "Who Cares" games for this week. Beginning with number three; no need for any write up, because I don't care. Owls over the Huskies for three points and by three points, 30-27.
Maryland (2) @ Indiana - "Who Cares" number two. Maryland over Indiana for two points and by two points, 33-31.
Nevada @ San Jose State (1) - And finally, the number one "Who Cares" for this week, goes to this fine match up. Spartans over the Wolfpak for one point and by one point, 28-27.
I will not spend any more of my time telling ESPN what a great (chuckle, chuckle) selection of games that they brought to the table for us to lose our lunch over. I tried that earlier in the week; and all that did was cause my account to have a 24 hour suspension. I told the truth without using any of the Jameis Winston's school of vulgarity words, or phrases, and I got banned for a day. Any who, better tread at your own risk because I didn't put much effort into this slate of games. Everyone have a great weekend and Roll Tide.
Jljmbaker
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