Monthly Archives: July 2011

CFL Week 5 Predictions

26 Tuesday Jul 2011

Posted by in Sports

≈ 3 Comments

Tags

, , , , ,

Say whaaa?

Ya, pretty much.

I honestly got really freaking conceited on Saturday night after pulling off 3 W’s last week. I felt like a CFL Picking QUEEN! Not even a princess, a QUEEN! And then, wow. I mean, I am pretty happy that someone knocked down the Als (especially in the standings) but I didn’t see that one coming. So Sask, good on ya. Als, get better (I’ve always wanted to say that!)

Week 4 came and went just as I had otherwise expected. Winnipeg proved why they’re a great team, Edmonton proved a point in Alberta, and BC continues to shit the bed on a weekly basis. None of this is shocking, nor was it “unexpected” but hey, some of you thought otherwise and that’s probably why you’re not collecting funds from proline.

Week 5 is a bit of a different ball game. There are a lot of games this week that will be a shot in the dark. But I will stick with 2 teams that haven’t done me wrong – Winnipeg and Edmonton. Both teams are solid. Edmonton has by FAR the best player in the league. Fred Stamps, you sir are just… incredible. See his catch below, in awe. Do work, bud.

Winnipeg just continues to be my choice because they win games. Plus, watching Terence Jeffers-Harris score 2 TDs after last week, and Buck Pierce have an exceptional second half, was pretty sweet. Solid O, Solid D.

Here are my picks for Week 5:

BC vs Winnipeg: The Bombers. They are the better team, hands down.

Montreal vs Hamilton: Sure, Calvillo could be back – although he shouldn’t be. QBs and eye injuries are tough – you kinda need to see, perfectly. If they dress McPherson this could easily be a W for Hamilton. I am taking the Ticats.

Toronto vs Edmonton: I’m taking the Esks, and hope they continue on their quest for their bike. And I also dedicate this song to them, go Esks!

Calgary vs. Saskatchewan: Ahhh… umm… Calgary? I think Sask played well last week. No, they played like the Sask the league has come to know and love. But I think Calgary will take this game. I won’t be surprised if I’m wrong – but hey, hasn’t happened a lot yet.

That’s it for me this week. Enjoy the games!

CFL Week 4 Predictions

19 Tuesday Jul 2011

Posted by in Sports

≈ 10 Comments

Tags

, , ,

Saskatchewan… you’re killing me kids.

What is going on in the West this year? BC, you’re hurting my heart. I for some odd reason think you will balance the scale out, but wow, hurry up. Sask on the other hand, glad you enjoyed your winning seasons while you could. I wonder how those All Dressler chips taste now.

Nothing saddens me more than to see two supposedly great teams “shit-the-bed” at the start of the season – oh wait, no it doesn’t. I like seeing the underdog race out of the gate, and for that, I applaud Edmonton. 3 wins. 3 wins to start their season. I don’t care if they lose every other game this year, 3 wins when everyone thought they would be sitting where Saskatchewan is right now. Congratulations Esks, you’re doing Edmonton proud. Coach of the year? Too soon? I digress.

While I’m not happy to do this, as a girl who was at the game Damon Allen broke this record, Anthony Calvillo broke Damon Allen’s all-time TD passes record in Friday night’s 40-17 home win over the Argonauts. Ouchhhh. But good for him, and congrats Als fans on a big win (not that I was surprised). On the other side of Ontario, Winnipeg put up a good fight, but unlike the Als who have a solid QB, the struggle continues for the Bombers to put up points to match their extraordinary D. Pierce – out due to injury, Elliot – out due to injury, Goltz – long shot TC guy who was resigned. While Pierce is expected to start against the Argos on Saturday, if he can’t lead the reins, it will be up to third-stringer Alex Brink to take the charge. Ummm, ahhh, yikes. I’m keeping my fingers crossed, but all I keep thinking is, “why did you give up Jyles?” – and yes, he’s injured too. All I can say is, I wouldn’t want to be playing for the Bombers as QB… dun, dun, dun.

Week 4 – I’m excited. Toronto finally has their home opener, although don’t even get pumped that I’m going to pick the boys in double blue. Edmonton sees Calgary and I think it will be a great rival game (battle of Alberta!). And of course, Sask will remind me of the little kid whose ice cream was toppled over – so sad.

Hamilton vs. BC: Hamilton takes this match, as I just can’t foresee BC stepping their game up any time soon. I was really impressed with Hamilton last week, should have given them more credit. I predict Glenn and his offence to continue to play their game, and watch BC’s defence struggle to keep up.

Winnipeg vs. Toronto: Even with their “so who’s playing QB?” plight, I believe Winnipeg takes the W. This will be a battle of the D’s and whoever can put points on the board quicker, will come out victorious. I could get in trouble for this pick, but I’ll be at the cottage. Enjoy the game, Toronto!

Edmonton vs. Calgary: I’m sticking with my boys. That is all. Edmonton wins in a close game.

Saskatchewan vs. Montreal: Greg Marshall, there’s always a place open to drown your sorrows in Montreal. Have fun after, big guy.

That’s it for me this week, 3/4 is great and all but I want 100% picks this week. Oh, and Argos fans, I promise I’ll pick them at some point.