2012 College World Series Update 6/22/12

Arizona SP Konner Wade has had the performance of the CWS so far, pitching a complete game shutout against UCLA.  The Wildcats have already claimed their place in the CWS Championship Series.  Who will join them, Arkansas or South Carolina?

Check out the video below for a Series recap, where I discuss the following:

• Mike Martin: 21 trips to the CWS and 0 national titles
• Florida chokes again; Kent State surprises
• UCLA doesn't get the job done
• South Carolina/Arkansas winner take all preview!

2012 College World Series Preview and Predictions

Stony Brook will get the majority of the press, but can they shock the world and win the National Championship?

Here is my preview of the 2012 College World Series, complete with team-by-team analysis and overall predictions.  My "Cut Half My Face Off" video technique is in full force here as well.  If it's too annoying, just listen to the video and pop up another window while you listen.  I guess I may have to fire my tech guy...

What do you think about the 2012 CWS?  Are you buying the Stony Brook hype?  Can Mike Martin finally win the big one?  Drop me a comment in the box below, I love talking college baseball!

Carolina Panthers' NFL Draft 2012! Good Safe Picks "The Panthers' Draft was like Kissing Your Sister!"

CLICK ON THE VIDEO ABOVE FOR THE WHOLE STORY OF THE CAROLINA PANTHER'S 2012 DRAFT!!!

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Winners and Losers: The Bobby Petrino Scandal

I know I may seem a little late to the game, but here is my take on the Bobby Petrino saga at Arkansas.  I wanted to wait and see how it all played out, and it has.  Watch  the video to find out the winners and losers from this mess.

Here is a preview in pictures:

Arkansas Fans: Losers, especially this guy.  He probably would spell it  "L-O-O-S-E-R" anyway...

Winner:  Petrino tried him, but Jeff Long came out on top

Losers:  The Petrino family.  I'm sure they're awful proud of their Dad...

Winner:  John L. Smith walks into a ready made situation; a big year could land him another FBS gig

2011 DBTH Top 25 Countdown to Kickoff: #19 and #18

Today we will continue the Don't Buy The Hype 2011 College Football Countdown, showcasing teams #19 and #18 in the polls.


Here's what you've missed so far:
#25 Arizona State
#24 BYU
#23 Clemson
#22 Southern Miss
#21 Michigan State
#20 Oklahoma State


I will be predicting the games from each teams' schedule, using this key:
Sure Win  Swing Game Win  Swing Game Loss  Sure Loss

#19 OHIO STATE BUCKEYES

2011  Season Forecast

9/3 Akron

9/10 Toledo

9/17 @ Miami (FL)

9/24 Colorado

10/1 Michigan St.

10/8 @ Nebraska

10/15 @ Illinois

10/29 Wisconsin

11/5 Indiana

11/12 @ Purdue

11/19 Penn St.

11/26 @ Michigan

My Take:  This is the most tenuous selection in my Top 25.  The Buckeyes' are still under investigation by the NCAA, although it appears unlikely that any further sanctions will be levied before this season begins.  Luke Fickell begins his head coaching career in a pressure cooker, and you can assume that will cost Ohio State at some point this season.  As you can tell by the schedule, there are eight games that I think could go either way for the Buckeyes.  Even though they will be without some key players early, there is enough talent remaining to get the job done.  Also, I believe these other guys will be playing with a purpose, to prove that Ohio State football isn't about entitled thugs.  They have a  proud tradition in Columbus and if Fickell can rally the troops, Ohio State will exceed expectations.

Final Prediction:  9-3

#18 ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS

2011 Season Forecast

9/3 Missouri St.

9/10 New Mexico

9/17 Troy

9/24 @ Alabama

10/1 Texas A&M (Jerry World)

10/8 Auburn

10/22 @ Ole Miss

10/29 @ Vanderbilt

11/5 South Carolina

11/12 Tennessee

11/19 Mississippi St.

11/25 @ LSU

My Take:  After the recent season-ending injury to SEC-leading rusher Knile Davis, many people are discounting the potential of the 2011 Arkansas Razorbacks.  Let me say this: Ronnie WIngo and Broderick Green will pick up the slack just fine, and Arkansas will still be good.  The road to Atlanta is very tough for the Razorbacks, as they have to face the two best in the West (Alabama and LSU) on the road.  They also have a date with a very good Texas A&M team in the House that Jerry Built.  If they can pull off one of the tough road games, especially at Alabama, Arkansas could be in Atlanta in December with a chance to play for a national title.

Final Prediction:  9-3