First up: Yes, I know I was wrong about the Steelers on Sunday. I was hoping everyone would forget...thanks Evan. The Bus somehow got his 100 year old legs working again and led Pittsburgh to victory. Don't count on it continuing though. I hope the Steelers win out and make the playoffs, but I just don't see it happening...Sorry.
Ah, the bowl game predictions continue today...and there are some pretty good bowls here.
Motor City Bowl - Memphis (6-5) vs. Akron (7-5) - Dec. 26th
Despite 5 losses, Akron was still able to grab the MAC Championship. Let's be honest, the MAC has had a dismal season and a loss to the Conference USA here would really hurt their national credibility. This is the final game for Memphis RB DeAngelo Williams who, if he had been at a more prestigious school, would have had some Heisman hype this season. I think he makes the difference and Memphis wins. Memphis 27 - Akron 20
Champs Sports Bowl - Clemson (7-4) vs. Colorado (7-5) - Dec. 27th
Colorado has lost the last two games by a combined 100-6. They also managed to lose their coach last week...so, I expect Colorado to lose the Champs Sports Bowl as well. Clemson plays some exciting games...7 have been decided by a touchdown or less so don't expect a blowout. Clemson 17 - Colorado 14
Insight Bowl - Arizona State (6-5) vs. Rutgers (7-4) - Dec. 27th
Oh, Rutgers...my dear friends the Scarlet Knight of Rutgers. Where have you been for so long? Last bowl game - 1978 - Garden State Bowl - Opponent: Arizona State - Result: Loss 34-18. Can they turn it around? YES! Of course, they'll have to overcome the home advantage for the Sun Devils but I believe they can do it. Rutgers avenges their 1978 loss by a complete reversal of that score. Rutger 34 - Arizona State 18
MPC Computers Bowl - Boise State (9-3) vs. Boston College (8-3) - Dec. 28th
I like this bowl. Blue turf at Boise State...an underrated Boston College team. A 4:30 p.m. kickoff on a Wednesday afternoon. Yeah, I don't get that part either...but, whatever. I like this matchup. BC has won 5 straight bowl...Boise State doesn't lose at home. This is a big game for the WAC...respect on the line for BC. I think the blue turf makes the difference. Boise State 31 - Boston College 27
MasterCard Alamo Bowl - Michigan (7-4) vs. Nebraska (7-4) - Dec. 28th
Well, the names sound big...two of the more storied programs in college football. But neither had a season to brag about...Michigan got lucky in a win over Penn State but, otherwise, was unspectacular. Nebraska has been struggling but may have finally found their passing game. Bill Callahan needs this victory to show the Husker program is heading in the right direction or he may be looking for other employment. If Michigan plays the way they can, it should win easily. Michigan 32 - Nebraska 17
Emerald Bowl - Georgia Tech (7-4) vs. Utah (6-5) - Dec. 29th
The Utes are probably a year away from being really good again...Georgia Tech has been kinda hot and cold. The spread offense that Utah runs could give the Yellow Jackets a headache but it's not enough to overcome the lack of athleticm that has doomed Utah all season. Georgia Tech 24 - Utah 13
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