Sorry ladies, but college football is nearly back in full swing. If you are any sort of fan, you've probably already picked up at least one preview magazine and have read through ESPN.com's conference by conference preview.
Now, being a sports fan is not what this blog is about. I'm hear to talk about gambling! And if you are into betting on college football, then there is one thing you must do and that is to read Phil Steele's preview magazine. There is no other magazine or source out there that comes close to providing the in depth coverage that he does. It is just ridiculous the detail that goes into his magazine.
If you usually choose your mag's based on the number of cheerleaders and glossy pictures, then save your money because his mag doesn't have any of it. What he's got is a comprehensive break down of every BCS school. To call it comprehensive is probably selling it a little short. It is very close to being an college football almanac with some very good analysis of each team included.
If you are going to wager this year invest in this magazine.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Welcome back!
It has been many moons since I last updated my blog, but I've always meant to keep writing and thought my vacation would be a good time to get things rolling again. I'd like to add a different flair to the blog by not only covering topics important to the Socialist Gambler but also cover some funny stories from my past. I've always wanted to put it to paper but I've never had a reason to. We'll this blog is my reason I guess.
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Holly College Football Batman
Well my national champ pick is basically trash. OK lost at Colorado this weekend to all but throw their NC hopes out the window. Texas, Oregon, WVU and Rutgers all did the same thing.
Now here is where you need to stay smart with your gambling. Next week is the red river shoot out and if the line starts at anywhere less then OK -6, you need to jump on it. Texas has really struggled all year, barely sneaking by teams like Ark St. OK has basically rolled except for a really crappy 4th quarter this week.
I think the same can be said for WVU. If Pat White is healthy, do they turn it over 6 times against USF? Look at the stats, they ran for 188 and pretty much shut down USF, but their backup QB just couldn't not turn it over.
I thought OU looked really good against Cal. Cal played next to perfect and OU still had a couple of chances to take the lead.
The conference games are really going to start get interesting this week with the red river shootout and LSU/Florida. Florida looked extremely pedestrian on offense vs Auburn. I think most people believe that LSU's D is even better. I wouldn't be shocked if this line was 14.
Purdue/OSU is a huge big ten match up. But who really believes that Purdue is going to beat OSU? How many times has Purdue been 5-0 then faced OSU or Michigan and show their true colors?
Kentucky/South Carolina is pivotal for the SEC. Kentucky has been huge this year, but SC D is seriously good. I sort of expect everyone to jump on Kentucky for this game. I'm sort of leaning the other way.
Can Notre Dame get a win? They head to a struggling UCLA this week. They looked like they actually had some offense last week, but I'm sure they'll be at least 17 point dogs. I'll stay away from that action.
Finally, my Gophers got drubbed by OSU at the Metrodome for the 11th consecutive time. That is the last time the Buckeyes will ever beat the Gophers there. Not because the gophers will be better, but because the new stadium will be open the next time OSU comes to town. This week against Indiana may be their best shot for a conference win.
Now here is where you need to stay smart with your gambling. Next week is the red river shoot out and if the line starts at anywhere less then OK -6, you need to jump on it. Texas has really struggled all year, barely sneaking by teams like Ark St. OK has basically rolled except for a really crappy 4th quarter this week.
I think the same can be said for WVU. If Pat White is healthy, do they turn it over 6 times against USF? Look at the stats, they ran for 188 and pretty much shut down USF, but their backup QB just couldn't not turn it over.
I thought OU looked really good against Cal. Cal played next to perfect and OU still had a couple of chances to take the lead.
The conference games are really going to start get interesting this week with the red river shootout and LSU/Florida. Florida looked extremely pedestrian on offense vs Auburn. I think most people believe that LSU's D is even better. I wouldn't be shocked if this line was 14.
Purdue/OSU is a huge big ten match up. But who really believes that Purdue is going to beat OSU? How many times has Purdue been 5-0 then faced OSU or Michigan and show their true colors?
Kentucky/South Carolina is pivotal for the SEC. Kentucky has been huge this year, but SC D is seriously good. I sort of expect everyone to jump on Kentucky for this game. I'm sort of leaning the other way.
Can Notre Dame get a win? They head to a struggling UCLA this week. They looked like they actually had some offense last week, but I'm sure they'll be at least 17 point dogs. I'll stay away from that action.
Finally, my Gophers got drubbed by OSU at the Metrodome for the 11th consecutive time. That is the last time the Buckeyes will ever beat the Gophers there. Not because the gophers will be better, but because the new stadium will be open the next time OSU comes to town. This week against Indiana may be their best shot for a conference win.
Holly College Football Batman
Well it looks like my national champion pick is in the toilet. Colorado defended their home turf this week and knocked off OK with a last second field goal. You win some and lose some, but this was a tough one for OK. They were up big late and ended up fumbling a kick return that really turned the tide of the game.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
New York Jets Football - NJ.com
New York Jets Football - NJ.com
This is an must read if you are an NFL fan. I bought a Wayne Chrebet Jersey about 7 years ago and it was between him and Keyshawn Johnson. My buddy thought Johnson was better but how could you not respect this un-recruited, un-drafted first down machine.
Its sad to hear about his concussions. Hopefully articles like this opens the NFL's eyes as to what is happening to these players.
This is an must read if you are an NFL fan. I bought a Wayne Chrebet Jersey about 7 years ago and it was between him and Keyshawn Johnson. My buddy thought Johnson was better but how could you not respect this un-recruited, un-drafted first down machine.
Its sad to hear about his concussions. Hopefully articles like this opens the NFL's eyes as to what is happening to these players.
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