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Saturday, October 13, 2012
Saturday, September 29, 2012
The Flight 09-28-12
Hey guys, here's the Flight from September 28th 2012. We recapped the weekend of NFL and college football, got into some baseball (playoffs, MVP, Cy Young, Triple Crown), and then spent some time to prepare and preview the upcoming weekend of college and NFL football. The show starts about 30 seconds in. Follow us on twitter @FlightSports and like our Facebook page "The Flight Sports Talk Radio." Click on the link above to listen. Enjoy!
NFL Picks
THE FLIGHT SPORTS TALK RADIO GAME OF THE WEEK
BEARS @ COWBOYS
The Chicago Bears are coming off a 20-6 win last week against the St Louis Rams. The Bears are allowing 16 points per game and the Cowboys are allowing 18. Needless to say, both teams defenses are pretty good. This game will be a battle of "Joes vs Joes" at quarterback. Tony Romo and Jay Cutler are both mistake and interception prone quarterbacks. Look for a grinding, boring, but close Monday Night Football Game.
Bears 17 Cowboys 16
PANTHERS @FALCONS
Last week the Panthers began to worry me. I picked them before the season to make the playoffs, but I am beginning to feel less confident in my pick as the season rolls along. The Panthers offense has at times become stagnant. Newton still has a lot way to learn at quarterback and needs to grow as a leader, which is his weakest trait.
Falcons 23 Panthers 14
PATS @ BILLS
There is no way the Patriots lose a 3rd straight game. From the sounds of it, TE Rob Gronkowski will return, while the Bills may be without C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson.
Patriots 31 Bills 20
VIKINGS @ LIONS
The Vikings are coming off their 2nd win of the season, where they trumped the NFL favorite San Francisco 49ers. Detriot has one of the leagues worst scoring defenses, allowing 31 points per game. However, their offense counters it by scoring 29 points per game. The Vikings defense has performed well throughout the year allowing 23 points to Jacksonville, 20 to Indianapolis and 13 to San Francisco...which in a league highlighted by offense, is very impressive. Christian Ponder has been very consistent and impressive, thus far. However, the Lions stand just a tad too much.
Lions 35 Vikings 30
CHARGERS @ CHIEFS
Jamaal Charles exploded last week, taking advantage of a very porous New Orleans Saints defense. In one week Jamaal Charles took over the league in rushing. The Chargers have the 4th best rushing defense in the league, allowing only 67 yards per game. The Chiefs will win if Charles plays well, but don't count on him to.
Chargers 23 Chiefs 13
SEAHAWKS @ RAMS
The Rams are coming off a week where they were stonewalled by the Bears defense. The Rams have been and will be close in every game they play this year. The Seahawks have the best scoring defense in the league, allowing only 13 points per game. The Rams will fall just short.
Seahawks 20 Rams 14
49ERS @ JETS
The Jets are coming off a very sneaky win last week in Miami and they just seem to be falling apart. Sanchez is proving that his week 1 performance was a fluke. San Francisco won't be happy about losing last week against Minnesota and will rebound this week against the Jets
49ers 26 Jets 16
The Jets are coming off a very sneaky win last week in Miami and they just seem to be falling apart. Sanchez is proving that his week 1 performance was a fluke. San Francisco won't be happy about losing last week against Minnesota and will rebound this week against the Jets
49ers 26 Jets 16
TITANS @ TEXANS
The Texans proved last week and looked like the best overall team in the NFL with their win over Denver. They average 394 yards per game, which leads the NFL. The Titans and Jake Locker have been surprising so far this year, but the Texans will continue to cruise.
Texans 40 Titans 24
The Texans proved last week and looked like the best overall team in the NFL with their win over Denver. They average 394 yards per game, which leads the NFL. The Titans and Jake Locker have been surprising so far this year, but the Texans will continue to cruise.
Texans 40 Titans 24
RAIDERS @ BRONCOS
The Broncos finally get to play an easier team after playing Atlanta (3-0) and Houston (3-0) in their last 2 games. Denver made their way back into both of those games late, but could not pull them out. Both teams have bad defenses, but Peyton Manning is better than Carson Palmer, which gives Denver a slight edge.
Broncos 23 Raiders 21
The Broncos finally get to play an easier team after playing Atlanta (3-0) and Houston (3-0) in their last 2 games. Denver made their way back into both of those games late, but could not pull them out. Both teams have bad defenses, but Peyton Manning is better than Carson Palmer, which gives Denver a slight edge.
Broncos 23 Raiders 21
DOLPHINS @ CARDINALS
Arizona has been the most surprising team of the NFL season thus far and doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon. Arizona has the 2nd yes scoring defense in the league (only trailing Seattle) allowing 13.3 points per game. Reggie Bush is questionable for tomorrow and if he plays, will still be gimpy.
Cardinals 24 Dolphins 10
Arizona has been the most surprising team of the NFL season thus far and doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon. Arizona has the 2nd yes scoring defense in the league (only trailing Seattle) allowing 13.3 points per game. Reggie Bush is questionable for tomorrow and if he plays, will still be gimpy.
Cardinals 24 Dolphins 10
BENGALS @ JAGUARS
Last week Cincinnati edged out the Washington Redskins in a shootout while Jacksonville pulled together a last second drive to defeat Andrew Luck and the Colts. The Bengals have the 2nd worst scoring defense in the league, but Jacksonville does not have a very high-powered offense. Cincinnati outscores Jacksonville.
Bengals 30 Jaguars 24
Last week Cincinnati edged out the Washington Redskins in a shootout while Jacksonville pulled together a last second drive to defeat Andrew Luck and the Colts. The Bengals have the 2nd worst scoring defense in the league, but Jacksonville does not have a very high-powered offense. Cincinnati outscores Jacksonville.
Bengals 30 Jaguars 24
SAINTS @ PACKERS
The Saints have the worst defense in the league and seem to be slipping farther and farther downhill. The Packers on the other hand have a very good defense, which has proven to be vital, because of their recent offensive struggles. The Packers will come out with a chip on their shoulder after last weeks loss and take down the Saints.
Packers 24 Saints 17
The Saints have the worst defense in the league and seem to be slipping farther and farther downhill. The Packers on the other hand have a very good defense, which has proven to be vital, because of their recent offensive struggles. The Packers will come out with a chip on their shoulder after last weeks loss and take down the Saints.
Packers 24 Saints 17
REDSKINS @ BUCS
The Redskins are both scoring and allowing 33 points per game, which gives the Buccaneers a chance to take advantage and score some points. However, the Bucs offense has been week to week with their scoring ability. The Redskins outscore the Bucs.
Redskins 30 Bucs 20
The Redskins are both scoring and allowing 33 points per game, which gives the Buccaneers a chance to take advantage and score some points. However, the Bucs offense has been week to week with their scoring ability. The Redskins outscore the Bucs.
Redskins 30 Bucs 20
GIANTS @ EAGLES
The Eagles turnovers finally caught up to them last year, when Arizona absolutely clobbered them. Eli Manning has begun to find his offensive rhythm, which has made him one of the top 3 quarterbacks in the league through 3 weeks. Vick can't keep playing crappy football and win. The Eagles will get destroyed by the Giants this week.
The Eagles turnovers finally caught up to them last year, when Arizona absolutely clobbered them. Eli Manning has begun to find his offensive rhythm, which has made him one of the top 3 quarterbacks in the league through 3 weeks. Vick can't keep playing crappy football and win. The Eagles will get destroyed by the Giants this week.
Giants 34 Eagles 10
Friday, September 28, 2012
College Football Weekend Preview
Week 5 of the college football season is upon us. It is already off to a blazing start with Washington pulling a top 10 upset on the Stanford Cardinal 17-13. Here are some games for this week to watch for and why.
#1. (17) Clemson @ Boston College.
Clemson comes into BC reeling after a painful loss to Florida State which puts them behind in the race for the ACC. Their two deep threats at WR, Sammy Watkins and Martavis Bryant, have been ruled out because of an abdominal virus and groin injury respectively. The Tigers offense should not have any trouble putting up points against Boston College. The only way Clemson loses is if they are not mentally in the game. They cannot let the Florida State loss "beat them twice." If Clemson walks into Boston with last week still fresh on their mind, Boston College will win. But Clemson has shown growth in leadership, especially from quarterback Tajh Boyd. They will be able to brush aside the loss and move forward. The defense still has its rough spots, which means Boston College will score some points. Clemson beats Boston College 41-23 and improves to 4-1.
#2 (6) South Carolina @ Kentucky
Kentucky is coming off a loss last week to Florida and a loss to Western Kentucky the week before. Needless to say, they are not very good. South Carolina is coming off an extremely impressive win against Missouri last week, where Connor Shaw shined, completing 20/21 of his passes for 249 yards and 2 touchdowns. Shaw finally showed his worth as a passer last week and has seized control of this offense and this team. Lattimore rushed for 85 yards and two touchdowns last week. Carolina has struggled in Kentucky at times, which is the only reason I give the WIldcats 17 points, but South Carolina wins decisively 34-17.
#3. (12) Texas @ Oklahoma State
Texas comes into this game ranked 12th in the nation with their first chance to prove themselves against a very dangerous Oklahoma State football team. Texas and Oklahoma State are two of the highest powered offensive scoring machines in the nation. Texas is averaging 44 points per game, while Oklahoma State has the first ranked scoring offense and is averaging 62.3 points per game. oklahoma State will pull the upset, based on the fact that they are hosting Texas. Home field advantage is crucial in college football. Cowboys 34 Longhorns 31
#4 Baylor @(9) West Virginia
Baylor comes into West Virginia 3-0 fresh off a tight win against a viable Lousiana Monroe football team. West Virginia will be hosting and playing in its first ever Big 12 matchup. The Mountaineers are led by Heisman frontrunner Geno Smith who has an 81.4 completion percentage on the year, has thrown for 1,072 yards and 12 touchdowns. Smith is accompanied by lightning rods Tavon Austin and Shawne Alston. Austin has caught 34 passes for 345 yards and 5 touchdowns on the year, while Alston has run for 185 yards and 3 touchdowns on 30 carries. The Mountaineers defense is not a force, but it doesn't have to be. The West Virginia offense has outscored its opponents 142-67 this year and average 47.3 points per game, which ranks 10th in the nation. WVU should have no issues with Baylor, but will give up some late points. West Virginia 50 Baylor 24
#5 (14) Ohio State @ (20) Michigan State
College gameday heads to East Lansing for a showdown between the Buckeyes and the Spartans. This has been a down year so far for the Spartans and the league as a whole. The Spartans dropped a game against a tough Notre Dame team 2 weeks ago and almost lost last week to Eastern Michigan. Ohio State and Michigan are fairly even when it comes down to statistics, both teams blending in with the middle pack of the nation. Ohio State wins in an ugly, close matchup 17-13
#6 Wisconsin @ (22) Nebraska
Wisconsin is a team that is a prime example of the underachievement of the Big 10 this year. The Badgers are (3-1), but could easily be (0-4), squeaking out wins against Northern Iowa, Utah State and UTEP. WIsconsin ranks 102nd in scoring offense and 112th in total national offense. Nebraska will stand as too much of a challenge for the Badgers, especially at home. Nebraska wins 24-10
#1. (17) Clemson @ Boston College.
Clemson comes into BC reeling after a painful loss to Florida State which puts them behind in the race for the ACC. Their two deep threats at WR, Sammy Watkins and Martavis Bryant, have been ruled out because of an abdominal virus and groin injury respectively. The Tigers offense should not have any trouble putting up points against Boston College. The only way Clemson loses is if they are not mentally in the game. They cannot let the Florida State loss "beat them twice." If Clemson walks into Boston with last week still fresh on their mind, Boston College will win. But Clemson has shown growth in leadership, especially from quarterback Tajh Boyd. They will be able to brush aside the loss and move forward. The defense still has its rough spots, which means Boston College will score some points. Clemson beats Boston College 41-23 and improves to 4-1.
#2 (6) South Carolina @ Kentucky
Kentucky is coming off a loss last week to Florida and a loss to Western Kentucky the week before. Needless to say, they are not very good. South Carolina is coming off an extremely impressive win against Missouri last week, where Connor Shaw shined, completing 20/21 of his passes for 249 yards and 2 touchdowns. Shaw finally showed his worth as a passer last week and has seized control of this offense and this team. Lattimore rushed for 85 yards and two touchdowns last week. Carolina has struggled in Kentucky at times, which is the only reason I give the WIldcats 17 points, but South Carolina wins decisively 34-17.
#3. (12) Texas @ Oklahoma State
Texas comes into this game ranked 12th in the nation with their first chance to prove themselves against a very dangerous Oklahoma State football team. Texas and Oklahoma State are two of the highest powered offensive scoring machines in the nation. Texas is averaging 44 points per game, while Oklahoma State has the first ranked scoring offense and is averaging 62.3 points per game. oklahoma State will pull the upset, based on the fact that they are hosting Texas. Home field advantage is crucial in college football. Cowboys 34 Longhorns 31
#4 Baylor @(9) West Virginia
Baylor comes into West Virginia 3-0 fresh off a tight win against a viable Lousiana Monroe football team. West Virginia will be hosting and playing in its first ever Big 12 matchup. The Mountaineers are led by Heisman frontrunner Geno Smith who has an 81.4 completion percentage on the year, has thrown for 1,072 yards and 12 touchdowns. Smith is accompanied by lightning rods Tavon Austin and Shawne Alston. Austin has caught 34 passes for 345 yards and 5 touchdowns on the year, while Alston has run for 185 yards and 3 touchdowns on 30 carries. The Mountaineers defense is not a force, but it doesn't have to be. The West Virginia offense has outscored its opponents 142-67 this year and average 47.3 points per game, which ranks 10th in the nation. WVU should have no issues with Baylor, but will give up some late points. West Virginia 50 Baylor 24
#5 (14) Ohio State @ (20) Michigan State
College gameday heads to East Lansing for a showdown between the Buckeyes and the Spartans. This has been a down year so far for the Spartans and the league as a whole. The Spartans dropped a game against a tough Notre Dame team 2 weeks ago and almost lost last week to Eastern Michigan. Ohio State and Michigan are fairly even when it comes down to statistics, both teams blending in with the middle pack of the nation. Ohio State wins in an ugly, close matchup 17-13
#6 Wisconsin @ (22) Nebraska
Wisconsin is a team that is a prime example of the underachievement of the Big 10 this year. The Badgers are (3-1), but could easily be (0-4), squeaking out wins against Northern Iowa, Utah State and UTEP. WIsconsin ranks 102nd in scoring offense and 112th in total national offense. Nebraska will stand as too much of a challenge for the Badgers, especially at home. Nebraska wins 24-10
Saturday, September 22, 2012
College and NFL Picks
My college picks I posted on Twitter go as follows
South Carolina 27 Missouri 17
Score was: South Carolina 31 Missouri 10
FSU 40 Clemson 31
Score was: FSU 49 Clemson 37
TCU 21 UVA 13
Score was: TCU 27 UVA 7
Michigan 33 Notre Dame 24
Score was: Notre Dame 13 Michigan 6
Georgia 31 Vanderbilt 21
Score was: Georgia 48 Vanderbilt 3
Kansas State 38 Oklahoma 34
Score was: Kansas State 24 Oklahoma 19
Oregon 54 Arizona 45
Score was:
Penn State 27 Temple 7
Score was: Penn State 24 Temple
NFL Picks for Today
Had Giants 28 Panthers 17 on Thurs
Rams 27 Bears 20
Bills 30 Browns 21
Bucs 35 Cowboys 27
Lions 26 Titans 10
Colts 24 Jaguars 17
Dolphins 20 Jets 14
49ers 30 Vikings 13
Saints 31 Chiefs 21
Redskins 30 Bengals 28
Falcons 24 Chargers 23
Texans 17 Broncos 13
Steelers 28 Raiders 9
Patriots 30 Ravens 27
Cardinals 27 Eagles 24
Packers 27 Seahawks 17
I am 17-14 on the year so far.
South Carolina 27 Missouri 17
Score was: South Carolina 31 Missouri 10
FSU 40 Clemson 31
Score was: FSU 49 Clemson 37
TCU 21 UVA 13
Score was: TCU 27 UVA 7
Michigan 33 Notre Dame 24
Score was: Notre Dame 13 Michigan 6
Georgia 31 Vanderbilt 21
Score was: Georgia 48 Vanderbilt 3
Kansas State 38 Oklahoma 34
Score was: Kansas State 24 Oklahoma 19
Oregon 54 Arizona 45
Score was:
Penn State 27 Temple 7
Score was: Penn State 24 Temple
NFL Picks for Today
Had Giants 28 Panthers 17 on Thurs
Rams 27 Bears 20
Bills 30 Browns 21
Bucs 35 Cowboys 27
Lions 26 Titans 10
Colts 24 Jaguars 17
Dolphins 20 Jets 14
49ers 30 Vikings 13
Saints 31 Chiefs 21
Redskins 30 Bengals 28
Falcons 24 Chargers 23
Texans 17 Broncos 13
Steelers 28 Raiders 9
Patriots 30 Ravens 27
Cardinals 27 Eagles 24
Packers 27 Seahawks 17
I am 17-14 on the year so far.
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