Week 6: We're pickin' and a grinnin'

The picks are in, The picks are in...

We're getting ready for a big weekend of conference matchups here at The Nitty Griddy. We've had some requests for changes to the site, so let us know what you think, and if there's anything you'd like to see, or anything you'd like to see presented differently. On to the picks!

Marcus says...

Northwestern +7.5 vs. Michigan
Northwestern had a big lead at Illinois last week, only to let it slip away. Michigan’s offense is more explosive than the Illini’s and the defense has been playing well. Dan Persa and the ‘Cats will score some points, but in the end Michigan covers.

Nebraska -11 vs. Ohio St
Taylor Martinez and the Huskers have something to prove after their dismantling at the hands of Wisconsin last week. Ohio State gets 3 starters back, but still needs to shake out their QB situation. I want to make my OSU talent argument here, but just can’t do it. Nebraska wins by 2 TDs and covers.

Western Michigan -10 vs. Bowling Green
The money is coming in on Bowling Green as the line has moved to 10. It’s important game for the Broncos and their quest for their first MAC title since ‘88. Kalamazoo will be jacked for the game and their should be a good Homecoming crowd at Waldo. WMU covers in the win.

Georgia Tech -14 vs. Maryland
The Georgia Tech offense has been the talk of the town, while Maryland has become an afterthought since they knocked off Miami in Week 1. The Tech offense will try to run and gun, while Davey O’Brien and Maryland will try to slow the pace. I like Georgia Tech to win here, but take Maryland and the points.


Kyle says...

Oklahoma -10.5 vs. Texas

The Horns and Oklahoma get together in Dallas for the Red River Rivalry as the second biggest game in town tomorrow (Thanks Tigers!) But, that doesn't mean the game won't provide some fireworks. Texas' slows it down and controls the ball with its running game, maybe not enough to win, but enough to beat the spread.

Florida @ LSU -13

The Gators have picked a bad week and a very bad year to head to the Bayou a week after getting pummeled by 'Bama in the Swamp. LSU continues to assault opposing defenses with a balanced attack and Florida is going to have a hard time keeping its D off the field. Look for LSU to cover.

Iowa St. @ Baylor -15.5

The bad breaks keep coming for the Cyclones as RGIII lines up across from them this week. Iowa St. QB Steel Jantz may keep them in the game early, but look for Baylor to come on strong in the second and cover easily.

Georgia -2 @ Tennessee

Are you sold on Georgia? Me neither. Facing the prolific Volunteers offense isn't going to be easy for an inconsistent Bulldog defense. Tyler Bray does what he likes against the UGA defensive backfield, and Tennessee beats the spread.

Season Standings:

Marcus - 11-9-0
Kyle - 10-9-1