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#126
Hey Jimmy how come no one is talking about UCLA? I think they are set up for a great year. Loaded with returning talent. What do you think about them laying 21 to W. Virginia?
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#129
They are playing U of Virginia. The game is an early kickoff across the country. UCLA will win, but it will be closer than 21 IMO
Quote Originally Posted by strata11:
Hey Jimmy how come no one is talking about UCLA? I think they are set up for a great year. Loaded with returning talent. What do you think about them laying 21 to W. Virginia?
Hey Jimmy how come no one is talking about UCLA? I think they are set up for a great year. Loaded with returning talent. What do you think about them laying 21 to W. Virginia?
Posted:
#130
Jimmy,
I always wanted to apologize for my very first post here, which I believe was directed toward you. In actuality, it was just displaced anger that I projected onto you because of my own foolishness that day.
With that being said, I hope you can forgive me and I like your card today for various reasons. I'm finally at peace with not really taking this so seriously anymore (My own foolishness again), but wish you the best of luck, even though it doesn't seem like you need much of it! 
Posted:
#131
Quote Originally Posted by Oktoberfestlax4:
Jimmy,
Jimmy,
I always wanted to apologize for my very first post here, which I believe was directed toward you. In actuality, it was just displaced anger that I projected onto you because of my own foolishness that day.
With that being said, I hope you can forgive me and I like your card today for various reasons. I'm finally at peace with not really taking this so seriously anymore (My own foolishness again), but wish you the best of luck, even though it doesn't seem like you need much of it!
Don't worry he doesn't even remember you
Posted:
#134
Quote Originally Posted by jimmydafreak:
First of all, I just want to take a moment to thank everyone for their kind sentiments. It's a little arduous to address each post individually, but please know that I have read each and every post, and I appreciate it very much.
Off to a great start so far. Hopefully I can keep the momentum going through Saturday.
Here's the rest of my card for the week. I previously posted Arkansas +10, but that was obviously before the 1st half lines were released. +10 is the minimum number at which I would have made the play. I just locked it in at +11 however.
I may add a play or two here and there if something strikes me. I'm seriously considering a 1st half UNDER play in the Miami/Louisville game. I need to look at it a little more before I feel comfortable pulling the trigger. I just haven't had time to do it in the last few days.
Saturday Early:
5Us - Ohio State -16 @ Navy *** Best Bet ***
Saturday Afternoon:
5Us - Alabama vs. West Virginia UNDER 55 *** Best Bet ***
3Us - Alabama vs. West Virginia +26
3Us - Arkansas +11 (1st Half) @ Auburn
Saturday Evening:
5Us Idaho @ Florida - 36.5 *** Best Bet ***
3Us - LSU -5 vs. Wisconsin
1U - Florida State -18 @ Oklahoma State
Monday Evening:
3U - Miami +3 (Even) @ Louisville
Posted:
#135
Jimmy I know you're a Bama fan & I'm a WVU fan. I really think Bama blows us out here. But I like the under. I'm thinking like 44-6. I think Bama pounds the running game & wears us down second half. Also, I think Kiffin will throw in some big plays. Curious to see what your reasoning was for taking WVU here. I don't see them scoring over 10 points. Think Christian Jones scores a couple times on ST.
Also, I agree on Ohio State. I think Braxton Miller is very overrated anyway & I think they dominate Navy in the trenches. Agree on Florida State as they're far too good. Could see a 44-17 game there.
Also, I agree on Ohio State. I think Braxton Miller is very overrated anyway & I think they dominate Navy in the trenches. Agree on Florida State as they're far too good. Could see a 44-17 game there.
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#139
Quote Originally Posted by DegenCurtis21:
Jimmy I know you're a Bama fan & I'm a WVU fan. I really think Bama blows us out here. But I like the under. I'm thinking like 44-6. I think Bama pounds the running game & wears us down second half. Also, I think Kiffin will throw in some big plays. Curious to see what your reasoning was for taking WVU here. I don't see them scoring over 10 points. Think Christian Jones scores a couple times on ST.
Also, I agree on Ohio State. I think Braxton Miller is very overrated anyway & I think they dominate Navy in the trenches. Agree on Florida State as they're far too good. Could see a 44-17 game there.
Jimmy I know you're a Bama fan & I'm a WVU fan. I really think Bama blows us out here. But I like the under. I'm thinking like 44-6. I think Bama pounds the running game & wears us down second half. Also, I think Kiffin will throw in some big plays. Curious to see what your reasoning was for taking WVU here. I don't see them scoring over 10 points. Think Christian Jones scores a couple times on ST.
Also, I agree on Ohio State. I think Braxton Miller is very overrated anyway & I think they dominate Navy in the trenches. Agree on Florida State as they're far too good. Could see a 44-17 game there.
There's an old saying that says if you have two quarterbacks, you have no quarterback. Now while I don't think that is true in terms of Alabama from a season-long perspective, I do think there is a measure of truth to that in terms of this particular game.
Alabama is absolutely loaded at the skill positions, so it's not that they aren't capable of exploding offensive against a weak defensive team like West Virginia. But entering week one with platooning quarterbacks and a new offensive coordinator, it's difficult for me to see Alabama hitting on all cylinders offensively in this game. Barring defensive and special teams scores, I think Alabama's high water mark is probably 35-38 points.
Defensively I expect Alabama to be very stout in this game. That said, West Virginia has a lot of talent at the skill positions as well. That in combination with Dana Holgorsen fast-paced offensive philosophy - something that as clearly been problematic for Alabama' defense the last couple of seasons - and I expect the Mountaineers to find the end zone a time or two.
Alabama will do what it takes to win the game, but I don't think they'll do much more than that. I look for something more like a 34-13 type of game.
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#141
The Alabama line is down to 22.5, and even lower at some shops. I think this is closer to where the line should be. This bears watching. If you got West Virginia @ +26 like I did, 22.5 already provides a nice middle opportunity. I won't bite, however, unless it gets to the point where I can buy it down to 20.5 or 21. If those numbers are within reach before kickoff, I would recommend biting.
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#142
Quote Originally Posted by usmabama:
I actually like Ohio St better in this game because Miller is out...I think, in general, the team will play better trying to rally behind Barrett.
My big hesitation is the Navy QB..Reynolds is the best service academy QB I've seen in a while (not sure that says much, but the kid can play)...
BOL today jimmy and ROLL TIDE
I agree. The other concern is a very experienced Navy offensive line. I still think that Ohio State's size, speed, athleticism and extra preparation time will be the difference maker however.
Posted:
#143
Quote Originally Posted by strata11:
Hey Jimmy how come no one is talking about UCLA? I think they are set up for a great year. Loaded with returning talent. What do you think about them laying 21 to W. Virginia?
Hey Jimmy how come no one is talking about UCLA? I think they are set up for a great year. Loaded with returning talent. What do you think about them laying 21 to W. Virginia?
Love UCLA this season. I think they have the best coach in the PAC 12 and are the team to beat this season. I just hate this spot. If forced to bet this game, I would side ever so slightly to the points.
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