Let the Madness Begin

It is that time of year boys and girls.  Got those thinking caps on and those brackets in.

For any sports fans, especially college sports fan, this week is a frickin blast.  It is almost a guarantee one of two seeds in the Top 5 are going to go down in days 1 and 2.  There will be a handful of buzzer beaters guaranteed to freak out thousands of pool players across the nation.

But, despite all the madness that is guaranteed to take place in the first week let’s be clear about something, Kansas is going to win.  No matter how you pick them and what upsets you come up with, KU is taking the prize.  Who do they play in the Final 4?   That remains to be seen but Pitt of Florida will be left standing.

On the other side there are just a few teams there that should emerge.  I don’t see anyone in Ohio State’s side that should knock them off.  They are too good and too deep to lose that bracket.  Syracuse or UNC could surprise, but I doubt it.  Finally, Duke’s bracket could be the toughest.  While I think they too will emerge I think SDSU, UConn, Texas or Arizona could beat them.  I still like Duke with UConn a possibility.

Final 4…KU, Pitt, Duke and OSU.  KU v. Duke and KU winning it all.  I know, all top seeds but they are the best and I don’t see anyone knocking them (except maybe Florida over Pitt) off.

Have fun playing hooky from work and enjoy the games!!!

College Hotties – Bowl Game Edition

The College Football season is coming to a close which is always a happy/sad time for me.  I love the heart of the season when the best of the conferences square off in October and November.  The sad part is when it comes to an end.  We get more than 30 bowl games (not sure if that is a good thing) to conclude the season but it always leaves us somewhat disappointed.  Do the best teams always play for the title?  Why can’t we have a playoff?  Why can’t we have a playoff and keep our holiday bowl games?  None of these questions will be answered any time soon.  All we can do as college football fans is sit back, watch the games AND say a fond farewell to our college hotties.

INDEPENDENCE BOWL

Georgia Tech has some unbeatable hotties but I think the Air Force Hottie Squad is going to have a lot to cheer about in this game.

MUSIC CITY BOWL

How either of these teams made a bowl game is a miracle.  At least we get to see these southern hotties one more time.  UNC should beat Tennessee but who knows.  Blah Hum Bug!

SUN BOWL

Catholics v. Convicts re-visited!  The midwest “girls next door” v. the South Beach hottie squad.  I give an edge to Miami’s girls but not the guys on the gridiron.  ND should take care of business on the field.

MEINEKE BOWL

One of the dumbest names for a bowl game, right?  Clemson and USF have some of the hottest fans and cheerleaders in college ball.  I wish the action on the field was as hot as what’s in the stands.  Both teams were disappointments for sure.  Clemson wins.

CHICK-FIL-A BOWL

The old Peach Bowl now named after the frickin delicious chicken sandwich should be a good.  FSU Cowgirls v. the girls who like Cocks.  You really can’t go wrong here.  I call this matchup a draw and the action on the field should be close too.  FSU by a field goal.

ROSE BOWL

The hottest girls of the Big 10 face off against the hottest of the Mountain West.  Both are amazing but I have to give a slight edge to the girls down south.  The ‘Sconnies’ are bundled up most of the year and that’s just not nice.  The Wisconsin men should get revenge on the field with a pretty solid victory over TCU.

FIESTA BOWL

These UConn hotties are the best I’ve ever seen.  Oklahoma is FULL of hot hotties and gets my vote in this matchup.  Oh, and the football team should kick the snot out of the Huskies.

SUGAR BOWL

Once again we have a top 10 matchup of hotties.  I love the OSU girls and the fact they party like they major in it.  However I am a sucker for SEC girls and the RazorHotties get my vote.  The game should be one of the best of the major bowl games.  OSU by a point or two.

ORANGE BOWL

Stanford girls certainly win the IQ award and these cheerleaders are certainly cute, but VTs hotties are awesome.  The action on the field should be awesome.  This is going to be an excellent game.  Stanford is probably just a bit better than the Hokies.

BCS BOWL

Auburn v. Oregon.  Auburn’s fans are smoking hot and Oregon’s cheerleaders are the best.  The game should be good and high scoring but I think Auburn should be able to handle the Ducks.

College Hotties Vol 1 – 2010

Well it is that time of year again!  NCAA football is in their 3rd week and the season shapes up to be a good one.  Something else that looks to be good is our crop of college cuties.  You can’t have a college football season without paying tribute to the hot fans and cheerleaders.  So, without further adieu, the college hotties of 2010.  Enjoy!

This coed looks a lot better than her team.  Her Illinois pillow certainly has the best view in the house.

Hey Wildcat!  You have a lot to be happy about, Kentucky is undefeated heading into a showdown with Florida.

K.State never looked so good!

So is football the only reason Nebraska has 306 consecutive sell outs?  Adorable Husker fans like her give us another reason to want to go.

3 Big 12 teams in a row?  Sorry, couldn’t pass up a hot group of Soonettes.

Many football fans fav cheer group are the USC song girls but I will put this hot group of Ducks up against them any day of the week.

THE Ohio State has some HOT girls.   🙂  Not sure too many other schools in the Big 10 can RIVAL their fans.

Did someone mention RIVAL?  She could stop ‘Shoelace’ in his tracks.

I am not sure if Boise is for real but I think TCU you is and this fan certainly is.

Last but certainly not least is this FSU hottie courtesy of Maxim.

BPD’s College Football 2010 Top 25

1 – OHIO STATE – Pryor, Nine starters return to this talented offense.  Defense isn’t great but is probably good enough to win the Big 10.

2 – ALABAMA – Same recipe as last year.  Run, run, run with Ingram and an aggressive defense.

3 – TEXAS – Losses to NFL keep this group just out of National Title reach.  Look for a more balanced attack on offense.

4 – BOISE STATE  – They have the talent to get to the big game.  A tough opening game at Virginia Tech will keep this team on the outside looking in.

5 – IOWA – The Hawkeye offense is good but lacks experience on the line.  The receivers are excellent and the defense should be Top 10.

6 – VIRGINIA TECH – For once the VT offense and not the defense will dictate just how far this team will go.  Tyrod for Heismann?  Maybe.

7 – OREGON – The Ducks have the talent to compete for a National Title.  Off-season issues with the law could mean trouble for this team.

8 – TCU – A light schedule keeps this team out of the Top 5.  Both the Horned Frog offense and defense should be in the Top 10.

9 – NEBRASKA – The Huskers won 10 games last season without an offense.  Well, now they have one and another killer defense.

10 – FLORIDA – That Gators move on without Tebow but Brantley might actually be a better passer.  The Gator game plans may change but the talent is still there.

11- WISCONSIN – The Badgers have a powerful offense led by John Clay and a good defense.  Hopes for a title hinge on mid-October wins against OSU and at Iowa.

12- OKLAHOMA – Keys for Sooner success are the development of QB Landry Jones and overall health.  Tough non-con and con schedule doesn’t help.

13 – UTAH – While the Utes defense should be tough again the inconsistent offense should keep this team outside of the Top 10.

14 – AUBURN – This is a team rise.  The Tigers have a great offensive line and should do a better job moving the ball.  Look for an aggressive Tiger D in 2010.

15 – PENN STATE – A great trio of runners led by Evan Royster should make State very tough to stop.  The defense lacks experience and will make mistakes.

16 – NORTH CAROLINA – The Tar Heel defense could be one of the best in the country.  If they get some consistency out of QB Yates, watch out.

17 – ARKANSAS – Mallett and Co. should score a lot of points this season.  The team struggled defensively in 09 but the team speed and depth have improved.

18 – MIAMI (FL) – 8 guys return to this very talented defense.  They have some consistency issues at QB and a tough non-con schedule.

19 – HOUSTON – The Cougars, behind QB Case Keenum will be one of the highest scoring offenses in the US.  Problem?  They still can’t stop the run.

20 – GEORGIA TECH – The Tech spread offense will be great again under QB Josh Nesbitt.  The real plus was adding Def. Coord. Al Groh in the off-season.

21 – WEST VIRGINIA – This team should have a good offense if it can control the football better and the defense should be solid.   Overall, down year for the East.

22 – LSU – The Tigers could be better than #22 if the offensive line improves.  The defense is good but needs consistency.

23 – GEORGIA – Hold on to the football is the Bulldogs key to success.  WR A.J. Green should be fun to watch.  New pro-style Def. Coordinator is a welcome change.

24 – USC – The Kiffen regime begins in Southern California.  The offense is led by hot and cold Matt Barkley but look for them to run a lot more.  Defense looks to be solid.

25 – FLORIDA STATE – Get ready for the Chris Ponder show.  The FSU offense will put up its best numbers in years.  The defense is rebuilding under Mark Stoops.

ON THE OUTSIDE LOOKING IN – SOUTH CAROLINA, NOTRE DAME, PITTSBURGH, TENNESSEE, WASHINGTON, STANFORD, BYU, CONNECTICUT, CINCINNATI, ARIZONA, NAVY, TEXAS TECH, MISSOURI, MICHIGAN, MISSOURI

College Football 40

We are only weeks away from the beginning of college football.  There is much excitement and anticipation for this season.  Teams like Nebraska, Utah and Colorado will play in their respective divisions for the last time.  Schools like TCU and Boise State have a realistic shot at a national title.  Storied teams like Tennessee, Notre Dame, Florida State and USC are under new leadership.

After looking at the schedule I’ve determined there are at least 40 ‘can’t miss’ games this season.  If you are a college football fan like I am don’t miss these games.  Here they are!

Monday, September 6^th

Boise State at Virginia Tech

Saturday, September 18^th

Florida at Tennessee

Thursday, September 23^rd

Miami (FL) at Pittsburgh

Saturday, September 25^th

Alabama at Arkansas

UCLA at Texas

Saturday, October 2^nd

Texas at Oklahoma

Miami (FL) at Clemson

Stanford at Oregon

Saturday, October 9^th

LSU at Florida

Florida State at Miami (FL)

Alabama at South Carolina

USC at Stanford

Saturday, October 16^th

Texas at Nebraska

BYU at TCU

Ohio State at Wisconsin

Saturday, October 23^rd

Washington at Arizona

Wisconsin at Iowa

Saturday, October 30^th

Florida at Georgia

Stanford at Washington

Oregon at USC

Thursday, November 4^th

Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech

Saturday, November 6^th

Alabama at LSU

Washington at Oregon

Arizona at Stanford

Saturday, November 13^th

Penn State at Ohio State

Miami (FL) at Georgia Tech

Utah at Notre Dame

USC at Arizona

Saturday, November 20^th

Stanford at California

Ohio State at Iowa

Friday, November 26^th

Arizona at Oregon

BYU at Utah

Florida at Florida State

Notre Dame at USC

Saturday, November 27^th

Georgia Tech at Georgia

Michigan at Ohio State

Thursday, December 2^nd

Arizona State at Arizona

Saturday, December 4^th

USC at UCLA

Oregon at Oregon State

Saturday, December 11^th

Army at Navy

College Football Hotties Vol. 4

Sorry I’ve been away so long BPD fans.  Business trips have pulled me from my blogging duties but now I’m back.  On with the show…

Thanks to Maxim for this college hottie!  She certainly has my Buckeyes stirring.

Rutgers may lack a big time talent this season but this fan is certainly a find.

Some cheerleading hotties from Alabama A&M

Wildcats are looking really good this season…really good.

The beautiful USC Song Girls.

One of the Gators all-star tight ends.

Flacco might be gone but the Hens still look good to me.

BC put up a good fight against Notre Dame but they still can’t find a way to win on the road.  I can understand why they’re home sick.

BPD has got to show some love to the Ohio Bobcats.  Meeeeeow!

Finally I’ll give some props to the hotties of UConn.  RIP Jasper Howard

College Bowl Predictions

Eagle Bank Bowl in Washington – Navy 39 Wake Forest 21

New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque – Colorado State 23 Fresno State 14

Las Vegas Bowl in Las Vegas – BYU 48 Arizona 28

Poinsettia Bowl in San Diego – TCU 35 Boise State 29

Hawaii Bowl in Honolulu – Notre Dame 20 Hawaii 17

Motor City Bowl in Detroit – FAU 27 Central Michigan 7

Champs Sports Bowl in Orlando – Florida State 16 Wisconsin 14

Meineke Bowl in Charlotte – UNC 28 West Virginia 21

Emerald Bowl in San Francisco – Miami 24 California 21

Independence Bowl in Shreveport – Louisiana Tech 31 Northern Illinois 21

Papa Johns Bowl in Birmingham – Rutgers 21 NC State 6

Alamo Bowl in San Antonio – Missouri 38 Northwestern 14

Humanitarian Bowl in Boise – Nevada 27 Maryland 24

Holiday Bowl in San Diego – Oklahoma State 34 Oregon 24

Texas Bowl in Houston – Rice 30 Western Michigan 21

Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth – Air Force 38 Houston 35

Sun Bowl in El Paso – Pitt 28 Oregon State 14

Music City Bowl in Nashville – Boston College 13 Vanderbilt 7

Insight Bowl in Tempe – Kansas 42 Minnesota 28

Chick-Fil-A Bowl in Atlanta – Georgia Tech 23 LSU 17

Outback Bowl in Tampa – South Carolina 17 Iowa 14

Gator Bowl in Jacksonville – Nebraska 28 Clemson 18

Capital One Bowl in Orlando – Georgia 24 Michigan State 10

Orange Bowl in Miami – Virginia Tech 31 Cincinnati 14

Rose Bowl in Pasadena – USC 42 Penn State 26

Cotton Bowl in Dallas – Texas Tech 45 Ole Miss 35

Liberty Bowl in Memphis – Kentucky 29 ECU 21

Sugar Bowl in New Orleans – Alabama 28 Utah 13

International Bowl in Toronto – UConn 27 Buffalo 7

Fiesta Bowl in Glendale – Texas 38 Ohio State 20

GMAC Bowl in Mobile – Tulsa 41 Ball State 35

BCS Championship – Florida 35 Oklahoma 21

College Football Coed FINALE

The NCAA football season draws to a close this weekend as most teams will have completed their 12th and final game.  A couple of conference championships and rivalry games (Army-Navy) remain.  It has been an interesting season to say the least and one where 5 or 6 teams have a legitimate claim to the BCS title game.  Thus, once again, proving a playoff system would be best.  It also means the GRAND FINALE of our College Coeds series.  But, fear not, I may put one more together for Bowl Season.  Enjoy!

Jenn and the rest of the FSU posse are hoping for a big win this weekend!

The Sooners have their sites set on a championship game but will they “qualify”.

The Cougars have had a brutal season.  Apparently this gorgeous cheerleader has a sense of humor.

The Oregon Ducks have the worst football uniforms EVER.  Yes, ever!!!  However, the Duck Cheer Squad make the colors work.  Actually that trio could wear just about anything and make it work.

Iowa v. Iowa St   Now there is some great in-state-hate!  Oh and uh…belly ring!

I certainly have a soft spot in my heart for southern girls.  Go Dawgs!

Rutgers isn’t known for having a gaggle of smoking hot coeds but this Scarlet Knight fan certainly fits the bill.  WOW!

These ASU hotties are ready for the game. 

I am not a USC fan.  But they do have one of the hottest cheer squads in the country.

There is always space on the college coed post for some VT love.

Florida Gator cheerleader modeling the latest Gator swim wear.  What a great student body! 

UC Irvine cheerleaders are hot.  The football program might be small time but he girls aren’t.

This is my favorite Wildcat formation.

This year’s OSU-Michigan game wasn’t much to look at but these two certainly are.

BPD Rag readers, enjoy the conclusion of what has been a very entertaining college football season.

Return of Hot College Cuties

I must say Kansas has many hotties.  I had no idea.  The bonus was the weather, 75 degrees in November so they didn’t wear much to the game.  Very nice.  🙂

I do have to give them props on their football knowledge as well.  All of the students were into the game.  It was a great time and I encourage all college football freaks like myself to make a trip to Lawrence, especially against a Big 12 foe.  Enjoy this next round of college hotties.

Auburn might be having a down year but some things are looking up. 

The other team in Alabama, the Alabama Crimson Tide are having a hell of season.  The dance team doesn’t look half bad either.

After the Gators wiped the field with the GA Bulldogs how could I not spread some Gator love.  I just wish some of them were around my office right now to spread some love.  Meeeeeeow!

Sterger and a good friend. 

OK, that has to be my favorite game day look.  The short shorts with the cropped up jersey.  Very hot and it looks great on these Hokies.

Did I mention I can’t get enough of college girls in tight college jerseys?  I bet some Buckeye got lucky that night.

So long Coach Fulmer.  Don’t let the door hit your amazingly huge ass on the way out!

I have no idea who this USC hotty is but WOW!  That is about all I can say.  If you happen to be around the 10-yard line make sure you have a Trojan ready to go.  You’re right, that was bad but I couldn’t resist.

Have a great week!

NCAA Football Picks Week 3

GAME 1

Kansas v. South Florida in Tampa, FL

Kansas QB Todd Reesing is leading one of the top offenses in college ball against a very tough and disciplined USF team.  USF is also a very tough team at home.  The difference in this game will ultimately be weather the Kansas defense can stop the USF running attack led by RB Moise Planchar and QB Matt Grothe.  Kansas 34 USF 28

GAME 2

Ohio State v. USC in Los Angeles, CA

On paper this match up should be a “clash of titans” so to speak.  However, with Beanie Wells banged up and a very poor showing against Miami of Ohio the Trojans should pound the Buckeyes into submission.  I know it is a bold statement but the overall statistical rankings basically tell the tale.  In Total Yards OSU is 61st and USC is 7th.  The USC Trojans are 9th in Passing while OSU is 86th.  And, finally the Trojans rank 7th in Total Points Scored with the Buckeyes rank 39th.  Look for the OSU offense to struggle.  The OSU defense is very good but they haven’t faced an offense like this.  USC 42 OSU 14

GAME 3

Georgia at South Carolina in Columbia, SC

Despite the little slip in the rankings Georgia is still the best team in the country.  They have won both of their games by a total of 63 points.  The Bulldogs offense is led by two Heisman candidates in QB Matt Stafford and RB Knowshon Moreno.  The offense can attack you by air and on the ground.  They are very aggressive and may be the best overall offense in the country.  South Carolina on the other hand has a very good defense and home field advantage.  In the SEC unlike other conferences, anything can happen.  However the “Original” USC’s offense is just “smelley” (pun intended) and they will fall short.  Georgia 28 South Carolina 7

GAME 4

Wisconsin v. Fresno State in Fresno, CA

These two teams are evenly matched and this game has early BCS implications.  Wisconsin has looked a bit inconsistent against two lesser foes (Marshall and Akron).  They started slow against both but a balanced attack by QB Evan Evridge, RB P.J. Hill and TE Garrett Graham wore down the opposing defenses.  Fresno State is known for their all-out air assault.  QB Todd Brandstater had a very vanilla performance in his first game but this senior can throw.  Unlike most seasons the Bulldogs have a very talented runner in Ryan Mathews.  How good is this sophomore?  How about 163 yards and 3 TDs against Rutgers.  This is a close game but I feel Wisconsin has the intangibles to pull out a victory.  Wisconsin 21 Fresno State 19

GAME 5

Michigan v. Notre Dame at Notre Dame, IN

This matchup is usually one that draws attention.  Usually both teams are in the Top 25 with NFL quality talent dotting the field.  The times they are a changin.  Both teams are outside the Top 25 and both teams will be lucky to be bowl eligible at the end of the season.  Michigan is completely re-tooling under coach Rich Rodriguez.  The have changed philosophy on both sides of the ball.  Notre Dame is coming off of one of their worst seasons in team history.  They were also one of the youngest teams in the NCAA last season.  I like what I see out of QB Jimmy Clausen.  He showed a lot of poise as the ND offense opened up the air attack in the 2nd half.  Look for ND to air it out again this week.  The ND wide reciever tandem of Tate and Grimes are very solid and should do well against Michigan’s corners.  The only chance Michigan has is for RB Sam McGruffie to have a break out game.  The Michigan QB situation is not at all pretty.  Notre Dame 20 Michigan 6