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Sugar Bowl
Georgia (12-1, SEC Champions) vs. Florida State (9-4, ACC Champions)
Georgia comes into N'Awlins at full strength, and off the heels of their most successful season since their last SEC Championship team in 1983. With a 12-1 record, SEC Championship and #3 ranking in the BCS Standings, the 'Dawgs find themselves the with the opportunity to win 13 games for the first time in school history... On the other hand, Florida State comes to N'Awlins with a whimper as a list of off-field problems have left the Seminoles with no experience at QB and minus it's star defender ( DT Darnell Dockett ). After an incredible streak of 14 years in the Top 4, the 'Noles find themselves having their second straight 4 loss season.
The Georgia Bulldogs 2002 season was marked by it's greatest success in 2 decades. Behind 2nd year coach Mark Richt, the 'Dawgs 13 game regular season saw only one blemish ( 20-13 loss to Florida ) and it's first SEC Championship in 20 years. Ending the season on a high note, the 'Dawgs overwhelmed rival Georgia Tech ( 51-7 ) and Arkansas ( 30-3 ) in the SEC Championship game. Behind a solid (balanced) offensive attack, timely special teams play and stout defense, Georgia faces a Florida State program responsible for 'Dawg head coach Mark Richt's coaching tutorial. The 'Dawgs offense is led by Sophomore QB David Greene who's heady play is benefited by a Senior dominated OL ( All-SEC Jon Stinchcomb ( LT ) and Kevin Breedlove (LG ) are the standouts ) that is one of the nation's best. WR's Terrence Edwards ( Georgia's all-time leading receiver ) and Fred Gibson are both big play receivers. Especially Gibson, who is Georgia's main deep threat. RB Musa Smith registered the first 1,000 yard rushing season for UGA since Garrison Hearst ( 1992 )..... The Georgia defense is led by All-SEC LB's Boss Bailey ( OLB ), Tony Gilbert ( MLB ) and AP All-American DE David Pollack, who led the SEC in sacks. Helping Pollack provide excellent rush and pass pressure are DT's Jonathon Sullivan and Ken Veal. OLB Chris Clemons provides solid play in conjunction with Bailey and Gilbert. The secondary is the weakest part of the UGA defensive unit. CB's Bruce Thornton and Decory Bryant have improved as the year's gone on, while Safeties Kentrell Curry and Sean Jones are solid...... Georgia's special teams units are among the nation's best. PK Billy Bennett had a stretch late in the season with some misses, but seemed over them by the SEC Championship game. P Jonathon Kilgo is underappreciated, but provides length and placement for excellent coverage units. WR Damien Gary was Georgia's most successful return man, until a mid-season injury caused him to miss the end of the season. If healthy, he could provide a boost to the unit. If not, WR Fred Gibson and SS Sean Jones should fill in fine...... Head Coach Mark Richt ( 20-5 in 2 seasons at Athens ) seems over some of the mistakes he made last year in his first ever season as a head man. He has done a splendid job in getting the 'Dawgs prepared each week, and kept it up for 13 games. Along with Defensive Coordinator Brian VanGorder, Richt and the entire staff have been especially adept at second half adjustments throughout the season.
The Florida State Seminoles 2002 season has seen the 'Noles go from National Title Contender ( 4-0 start ) to National Title near-spoiler ( 28-27 loss to #1 Miami ) to ACC Champion and finally a BCS Bowl. In between, a QB controversy and Wide Left kick have painted this season as one of up's and down's. With the suspension of QB Chris Rix and dismissal of his backup Adrian McPherson, Legendary coach Bobby Bowden finds his 'Noles in a matchup against his former Offensive Coordinator, Mark Richt. As Georgia had to endure, FSU find's itself beat-up and missing some prime pieces to it's puzzle. Unlike the 'Dawgs, who've found themselves a complete team by now, the 'Noles go into the Sugar Bowl hurting on offense. Without star RB Greg Jones and possibly his backup Nick Maddox on the field, first time starting QB Fabian Walker will need to step up to cover 'Nole losses in talent. Walker will be bolstered by an experienced and talented OL ( led by All-American LT Brett Williams ). If he can go, RB Nick Maddox provides an excellent running threat and "escape clause" out of the backfield at receiving. If he can't, Leon Washington and Willie Reid will be the RB's. Maddox's health has improved in the last week, but how he'll be come game time is crucial. While there are questions at RB, at WR the 'Noles should be fine. Standout WR Anquan Boldin ( who could also see time at QB should Walker falter ) and Talman Gardner lead an athletic group of receivers...... With the loss of stud DT Darnell Dockett, the 'Noles DL will rely on star DE Alonzo Jackson and his counterpart Kevin Emanuel to provide pressure, and a solid presence against the run. OLB's Kendyll Pope and Michael Boulware are typical FSU LB's. Fast and furious, and will be relied upon heavily in pressure and coverage situations. The FSU secondary unit has improved much as the season has gone on. CB Stanford Samuels stands out as a lock-down corner, yet the FSU pass defense is susceptible to being burned...... On Special Teams, PK Xavier Beitia ( Miami game notwithstanding ) is a powerful leg and experienced kicker. P Chance Gwaltney is solid and FSU has a host of fleet footed return men should RB Nick Maddox be unable to return kicks..... The man almost solely responsible for the great history of FSU football over the last quarter century still leads the charge. Lengendary Head Coach Bobby Bowden ( 323-91-4 overall / 250-59-4 at FSU) has seen this season as the most difficult of his tenure in Tallahassee. Nonetheless, he finds his 'Noles as ACC Champions and playing in the new year again. With the seasoned Mickey Andrews and defensive coordinator at his side, Bowden has led the 'Noles through injuries and suspensions to a 9-4 season. Given enough time, the FSU staff is capable of preparing a depleted 'Noles squad for ANYONE.
This matchup finds Georgia at full strength and playing it's best ball down the stretch, while the Seminoles are depleted even coming off a win over rival Florida to end the regular season. The scenario of pupil ( Mark Richt ) versus teacher ( Bobby Bowden) will gather attention, but the seminal question of the 2003 Sugar Bowl is the play of FSU QB Fabian Walker. With their running game nicked up, and their passing defense questionable, Walker has no choice but to step-up and make big plays. Georgia should be able to put up 20-30 points on the FSU defense if their play of late continues. While the 'Dawgs have shown a propensity for scoring points, Walker has only 8 career attempts to his name and his offense will require him to throw the ball successfully for FSU to put points on the board. Georgia's front seven is good against the run, and quick enough to create pressure in the offensive backfield. If Walker isn't making plays consistently, and ruffles under the pressure, the Seminoles will be in for a long night.
Unfortunately, without RIX I don't think FLA ST stands a chance... but my bet was made on Dec 10 so hopefully things will work out though I doubt it...
PLAY: FLA ST +3.5 2*
WAGERED DEC 10, 2002
Georgia (12-1, SEC Champions) vs. Florida State (9-4, ACC Champions)
Georgia comes into N'Awlins at full strength, and off the heels of their most successful season since their last SEC Championship team in 1983. With a 12-1 record, SEC Championship and #3 ranking in the BCS Standings, the 'Dawgs find themselves the with the opportunity to win 13 games for the first time in school history... On the other hand, Florida State comes to N'Awlins with a whimper as a list of off-field problems have left the Seminoles with no experience at QB and minus it's star defender ( DT Darnell Dockett ). After an incredible streak of 14 years in the Top 4, the 'Noles find themselves having their second straight 4 loss season.
The Georgia Bulldogs 2002 season was marked by it's greatest success in 2 decades. Behind 2nd year coach Mark Richt, the 'Dawgs 13 game regular season saw only one blemish ( 20-13 loss to Florida ) and it's first SEC Championship in 20 years. Ending the season on a high note, the 'Dawgs overwhelmed rival Georgia Tech ( 51-7 ) and Arkansas ( 30-3 ) in the SEC Championship game. Behind a solid (balanced) offensive attack, timely special teams play and stout defense, Georgia faces a Florida State program responsible for 'Dawg head coach Mark Richt's coaching tutorial. The 'Dawgs offense is led by Sophomore QB David Greene who's heady play is benefited by a Senior dominated OL ( All-SEC Jon Stinchcomb ( LT ) and Kevin Breedlove (LG ) are the standouts ) that is one of the nation's best. WR's Terrence Edwards ( Georgia's all-time leading receiver ) and Fred Gibson are both big play receivers. Especially Gibson, who is Georgia's main deep threat. RB Musa Smith registered the first 1,000 yard rushing season for UGA since Garrison Hearst ( 1992 )..... The Georgia defense is led by All-SEC LB's Boss Bailey ( OLB ), Tony Gilbert ( MLB ) and AP All-American DE David Pollack, who led the SEC in sacks. Helping Pollack provide excellent rush and pass pressure are DT's Jonathon Sullivan and Ken Veal. OLB Chris Clemons provides solid play in conjunction with Bailey and Gilbert. The secondary is the weakest part of the UGA defensive unit. CB's Bruce Thornton and Decory Bryant have improved as the year's gone on, while Safeties Kentrell Curry and Sean Jones are solid...... Georgia's special teams units are among the nation's best. PK Billy Bennett had a stretch late in the season with some misses, but seemed over them by the SEC Championship game. P Jonathon Kilgo is underappreciated, but provides length and placement for excellent coverage units. WR Damien Gary was Georgia's most successful return man, until a mid-season injury caused him to miss the end of the season. If healthy, he could provide a boost to the unit. If not, WR Fred Gibson and SS Sean Jones should fill in fine...... Head Coach Mark Richt ( 20-5 in 2 seasons at Athens ) seems over some of the mistakes he made last year in his first ever season as a head man. He has done a splendid job in getting the 'Dawgs prepared each week, and kept it up for 13 games. Along with Defensive Coordinator Brian VanGorder, Richt and the entire staff have been especially adept at second half adjustments throughout the season.
The Florida State Seminoles 2002 season has seen the 'Noles go from National Title Contender ( 4-0 start ) to National Title near-spoiler ( 28-27 loss to #1 Miami ) to ACC Champion and finally a BCS Bowl. In between, a QB controversy and Wide Left kick have painted this season as one of up's and down's. With the suspension of QB Chris Rix and dismissal of his backup Adrian McPherson, Legendary coach Bobby Bowden finds his 'Noles in a matchup against his former Offensive Coordinator, Mark Richt. As Georgia had to endure, FSU find's itself beat-up and missing some prime pieces to it's puzzle. Unlike the 'Dawgs, who've found themselves a complete team by now, the 'Noles go into the Sugar Bowl hurting on offense. Without star RB Greg Jones and possibly his backup Nick Maddox on the field, first time starting QB Fabian Walker will need to step up to cover 'Nole losses in talent. Walker will be bolstered by an experienced and talented OL ( led by All-American LT Brett Williams ). If he can go, RB Nick Maddox provides an excellent running threat and "escape clause" out of the backfield at receiving. If he can't, Leon Washington and Willie Reid will be the RB's. Maddox's health has improved in the last week, but how he'll be come game time is crucial. While there are questions at RB, at WR the 'Noles should be fine. Standout WR Anquan Boldin ( who could also see time at QB should Walker falter ) and Talman Gardner lead an athletic group of receivers...... With the loss of stud DT Darnell Dockett, the 'Noles DL will rely on star DE Alonzo Jackson and his counterpart Kevin Emanuel to provide pressure, and a solid presence against the run. OLB's Kendyll Pope and Michael Boulware are typical FSU LB's. Fast and furious, and will be relied upon heavily in pressure and coverage situations. The FSU secondary unit has improved much as the season has gone on. CB Stanford Samuels stands out as a lock-down corner, yet the FSU pass defense is susceptible to being burned...... On Special Teams, PK Xavier Beitia ( Miami game notwithstanding ) is a powerful leg and experienced kicker. P Chance Gwaltney is solid and FSU has a host of fleet footed return men should RB Nick Maddox be unable to return kicks..... The man almost solely responsible for the great history of FSU football over the last quarter century still leads the charge. Lengendary Head Coach Bobby Bowden ( 323-91-4 overall / 250-59-4 at FSU) has seen this season as the most difficult of his tenure in Tallahassee. Nonetheless, he finds his 'Noles as ACC Champions and playing in the new year again. With the seasoned Mickey Andrews and defensive coordinator at his side, Bowden has led the 'Noles through injuries and suspensions to a 9-4 season. Given enough time, the FSU staff is capable of preparing a depleted 'Noles squad for ANYONE.
This matchup finds Georgia at full strength and playing it's best ball down the stretch, while the Seminoles are depleted even coming off a win over rival Florida to end the regular season. The scenario of pupil ( Mark Richt ) versus teacher ( Bobby Bowden) will gather attention, but the seminal question of the 2003 Sugar Bowl is the play of FSU QB Fabian Walker. With their running game nicked up, and their passing defense questionable, Walker has no choice but to step-up and make big plays. Georgia should be able to put up 20-30 points on the FSU defense if their play of late continues. While the 'Dawgs have shown a propensity for scoring points, Walker has only 8 career attempts to his name and his offense will require him to throw the ball successfully for FSU to put points on the board. Georgia's front seven is good against the run, and quick enough to create pressure in the offensive backfield. If Walker isn't making plays consistently, and ruffles under the pressure, the Seminoles will be in for a long night.
Unfortunately, without RIX I don't think FLA ST stands a chance... but my bet was made on Dec 10 so hopefully things will work out though I doubt it...
PLAY: FLA ST +3.5 2*
WAGERED DEC 10, 2002
Rose Bowl
Oklahoma (11-2) vs. Washington State (10-2)
Yep, this ain't your granddaddy's Rose Bowl. The Sooners will face Pac-10 champions Washington State in Pasadena on January 1, 2003. Needless to say many fans and journalists are unhappy that the 2003 edition of the ?granddaddy of them all? goes against the traditional Pac-10 - Big-10 match up they?re used to. Welcome to the wonderful world of the Bowl Championship Series (BCS), where conference tie-ins are up for auction and 0.1 point can determine who's in the BCS National Championship game.
The Rose Bowl will be Washington State head coach Mike Price's last game as head of the Cougar program; Price accepted the head coaching position at Alabama on December 17. After over a decade at WSU Price finally brought the Cougar program out of the Pac-10 cellar and into a conference championship contention in recent years, and is now headed to Tuscaloosa to try and pump life back into Alabama. The Crimson Tide are reeling from the one-two punch of multiple NCAA sanctions and the sudden abdication of Dennis Franchione after less than a year. Price's decision to leave WSU has drawn a lot of fire from fans, who resent that the announcement was made in the middle of bowl preparations. It will undoubtedly be a distraction for the team, many of whom agree with the irate fans, yet it could also serve as a tremendous source of motivation for the Cougars.
Oklahoma is 17-12-1 all-time against the Pac-10, and 2-0 against Washington State. Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops has yet to face a Pac-10 team in his tenure at Oklahoma, and is hoping to lead the Sooners to a victory in their first visit to the Rose Bowl. It will be Stoops second trip to Pasadena, where he played in the 1982 Rose Bowl as a defensive back for the Iowa Hawkeyes, who were beaten 28-0 by the Washington Huskies.
While this year's Rose Bowl match-up may not satisfy diehard Pac-10 or Big-10 fans, the rest of the country is in for a great game between two major conference champions. At first glance most fans would say the key to this game is how the Oklahoma secondary will handle the Jason Gesser and the Washington State passing attack. Gesser passed for just over 3100 yards and 27 touchdowns during the regular season. In the Sooners? two losses this year, their secondary bit hard on play action and was torched for 574 yards and 8 touchdowns. If the Oklahoma defense doesn?t make the necessary adjustments, Gesser will pick them apart. That said, Sooner fans are confident that the secondary will be up to the task given the month Bob Stoops and his staff will have had to prepare a game plan for the Cougars.
A lot of fans are probably thinking they?ll just time their refreshment breaks for anytime the Sooners are on offense. But if they do they will miss their chance to see perhaps the most underrated running back in college football, Quentin Griffin. ?Q? has rushed for 1740 yards on 257 carries, the second best in Sooner history behind Heisman Trophy winner Billy Sims. Griffin only needs 26 yards to top Sims. Griffin is the life-blood of the Sooners offense and how the Cougars handle the Sooner rushing attack will ultimately determine the outcome of the game. If the Sooners can find success rushing the ball early in the game, they will ride Griffin to victory, and keep Oklahoma fans? hopes of winning the Orange, Cotton, Rose and Sugar Bowl (the 2004 BCS championship game) in consecutive seasons alive.
Will the Oklahoma defense be up to the challenge, or will Jason Gesser pick the Sooners apart and lead the WSU to their first Rose Bowl victory? Will the Sooner Schooner simply run over the Cougars? There are too many other questions about both squads to begin answering those, and we?ll just have to wait for the teams answer them for us on the field. But one thing about this game is absolutely certain- whether it?s Pac-10 vs. Big-10 or the Pac-10 vs. Big-12, the Rose has another great match-up, and what will probably be one of this season?s best bowl games.
PLAY: WASH ST +6 3*
Oklahoma (11-2) vs. Washington State (10-2)
Yep, this ain't your granddaddy's Rose Bowl. The Sooners will face Pac-10 champions Washington State in Pasadena on January 1, 2003. Needless to say many fans and journalists are unhappy that the 2003 edition of the ?granddaddy of them all? goes against the traditional Pac-10 - Big-10 match up they?re used to. Welcome to the wonderful world of the Bowl Championship Series (BCS), where conference tie-ins are up for auction and 0.1 point can determine who's in the BCS National Championship game.
The Rose Bowl will be Washington State head coach Mike Price's last game as head of the Cougar program; Price accepted the head coaching position at Alabama on December 17. After over a decade at WSU Price finally brought the Cougar program out of the Pac-10 cellar and into a conference championship contention in recent years, and is now headed to Tuscaloosa to try and pump life back into Alabama. The Crimson Tide are reeling from the one-two punch of multiple NCAA sanctions and the sudden abdication of Dennis Franchione after less than a year. Price's decision to leave WSU has drawn a lot of fire from fans, who resent that the announcement was made in the middle of bowl preparations. It will undoubtedly be a distraction for the team, many of whom agree with the irate fans, yet it could also serve as a tremendous source of motivation for the Cougars.
Oklahoma is 17-12-1 all-time against the Pac-10, and 2-0 against Washington State. Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops has yet to face a Pac-10 team in his tenure at Oklahoma, and is hoping to lead the Sooners to a victory in their first visit to the Rose Bowl. It will be Stoops second trip to Pasadena, where he played in the 1982 Rose Bowl as a defensive back for the Iowa Hawkeyes, who were beaten 28-0 by the Washington Huskies.
While this year's Rose Bowl match-up may not satisfy diehard Pac-10 or Big-10 fans, the rest of the country is in for a great game between two major conference champions. At first glance most fans would say the key to this game is how the Oklahoma secondary will handle the Jason Gesser and the Washington State passing attack. Gesser passed for just over 3100 yards and 27 touchdowns during the regular season. In the Sooners? two losses this year, their secondary bit hard on play action and was torched for 574 yards and 8 touchdowns. If the Oklahoma defense doesn?t make the necessary adjustments, Gesser will pick them apart. That said, Sooner fans are confident that the secondary will be up to the task given the month Bob Stoops and his staff will have had to prepare a game plan for the Cougars.
A lot of fans are probably thinking they?ll just time their refreshment breaks for anytime the Sooners are on offense. But if they do they will miss their chance to see perhaps the most underrated running back in college football, Quentin Griffin. ?Q? has rushed for 1740 yards on 257 carries, the second best in Sooner history behind Heisman Trophy winner Billy Sims. Griffin only needs 26 yards to top Sims. Griffin is the life-blood of the Sooners offense and how the Cougars handle the Sooner rushing attack will ultimately determine the outcome of the game. If the Sooners can find success rushing the ball early in the game, they will ride Griffin to victory, and keep Oklahoma fans? hopes of winning the Orange, Cotton, Rose and Sugar Bowl (the 2004 BCS championship game) in consecutive seasons alive.
Will the Oklahoma defense be up to the challenge, or will Jason Gesser pick the Sooners apart and lead the WSU to their first Rose Bowl victory? Will the Sooner Schooner simply run over the Cougars? There are too many other questions about both squads to begin answering those, and we?ll just have to wait for the teams answer them for us on the field. But one thing about this game is absolutely certain- whether it?s Pac-10 vs. Big-10 or the Pac-10 vs. Big-12, the Rose has another great match-up, and what will probably be one of this season?s best bowl games.
PLAY: WASH ST +6 3*
Time:
First, Congrats on a fine record! And best wishes in 2003.
Wanted to get your feel as to whether Price's presence will be a negative for the Coog players. I heard that they were not too happy when they found out he was going to Alabama. He's basically turning his back on the Pac10 champs, telling his players they're not good enough for him. I'm a little surprised that he was even allowed to coach this game. Tenuous situation, maybe Price has handled it better than I anticipated.
GL w/ the plays, mang.
First, Congrats on a fine record! And best wishes in 2003.
Wanted to get your feel as to whether Price's presence will be a negative for the Coog players. I heard that they were not too happy when they found out he was going to Alabama. He's basically turning his back on the Pac10 champs, telling his players they're not good enough for him. I'm a little surprised that he was even allowed to coach this game. Tenuous situation, maybe Price has handled it better than I anticipated.
GL w/ the plays, mang.
Chucky,
the same to you bud!!!
I personally think the players want to win this game more for themselves than their coach... also, they want to show him that he made the wrong decision.
Unfortunately I don't have " LOCKER ROOM" info, but I think Oklahoma will come out rusty.
I see an upset in this one.
GL
the same to you bud!!!
I personally think the players want to win this game more for themselves than their coach... also, they want to show him that he made the wrong decision.
Unfortunately I don't have " LOCKER ROOM" info, but I think Oklahoma will come out rusty.
I see an upset in this one.
GL
Thx for the insight, Time. I respect your work.
You may have the winner. I'm just uncomfortable w/ the Price situation. Very good coach imo. I think he'll be a fish out of water at Bama. Pressure's gonna be ratcheted up about three notches.
I love Gesser. OhioSt almost killed him. And he was beaten up but dominated UCLA.
GL w/ the plays.
You may have the winner. I'm just uncomfortable w/ the Price situation. Very good coach imo. I think he'll be a fish out of water at Bama. Pressure's gonna be ratcheted up about three notches.
I love Gesser. OhioSt almost killed him. And he was beaten up but dominated UCLA.
GL w/ the plays.
Fla @ Mich: Mich -1 1*
LSU @ Texas: LSU +11 1*
NC ST @ ND: NC ST -1 2*
AUB@ Penn St: PSU -7 2 *
GL
LSU @ Texas: LSU +11 1*
NC ST @ ND: NC ST -1 2*
AUB@ Penn St: PSU -7 2 *
GL
Nice day to end the year TTM$$ and let start out the new year with a BANG!!! Any opinion on the over/under in these games today. Thanks and GL.
like them all $$$man, exception of Texas which was my smallest play, and I got them -10.
Good luck
Good luck
Thanks guys, been very lucky so far I have to admit!
Ken, sorry for the late reply but I just woke up.
The oinly total that stands out is OKL/WASH ST OVER, will make a decision pending on how today's games play out.
GL
Ken, sorry for the late reply but I just woke up.
The oinly total that stands out is OKL/WASH ST OVER, will make a decision pending on how today's games play out.
GL
NC ST WOLFPACK MOJO BABY!!!!
Omar, where is that other picture of that beautiful NC ST gal?
:brows: :brows:
Omar, where is that other picture of that beautiful NC ST gal?
:brows: :brows:
thanks for the picks anthony....you looked pretty good with the maryland pick.
MOJO TIME: :bigun:
bowl record: 7 - 8 -1 = -1.70 units
already copied your plays from last nite...knew i was gonna be hung over and late to post....will update record tomorrow.
good luck today.
MOJO TIME: :bigun:
bowl record: 7 - 8 -1 = -1.70 units
already copied your plays from last nite...knew i was gonna be hung over and late to post....will update record tomorrow.
good luck today.
:thumb:Jamaica1997 said:HEY TTM$
WE ARE ON THE SAME SIDE ON ALL THE GAMES!!
GOOD LUCK TO US!!
Hopefully we'll go 6-0,
