Mighty's 2009-2010 Bag o' Bowl Predictions

Finally it's Bowl season. As in year's past I MahaMighty , seer of seers, prognosticator of prognosticators, owner of Colonel's home will look into my crystal ball to pick not only which games will be fun, but also who wins and what foods go best with each game. Please note this is only non-BCS games (BCS predictions will be coming later) and betting should be for recreational purposes only - unless you really need the money.

In order to get in the right state of mind to pick games Mighty dresses up like
Radioactive Man

Dec 22nd BYU v. Oregon State
Yes, officially bowl season kicks off December 19th but BYU v. OSU is the first great game. If you want to see how a mid-major does against a BCS team - this game has it. You want an offensive slugfest - this game has it. If you want to see a live Donkey Show - this game has it. As it's really the appetizer for the Bowl season I recommend mini-hamburgers to munch on during the game.

Pick: Oregon State

Ollie Williams was consulted for all predictions

Dec 26th North Carolina v. Pitt
It's not too often you get two former assistants of Jimmy Johnson squaring off on Boxing Day. In fact according to the research department this is the first time that's happened. UNC seems to be slowly ascending in the ACC while the Mustache bristles with rage this time of year. I recommend bbq chicken wings in honor of the game being played in Charlotte

Pick: UNC


Dec 29th Miami v. Wisconsin
This game might be the epitome of clashing styles. Honestly can you think of two more different places/cultures in the US than Wisconsin versus Miami? Heck even their football teams reflect that as the speed/swagger/ long throws of Miami are near exact opposite of the straight ahead rushing attack/usage of flannel of Wisconsin. I recommend bratwurst in honor of Wisconsin and empanadas in honor of Miami.

Pick: Miami

Brett Bielama's secret weapon The Predator will not be enough to win out

Jan 1
While National Hangover Day has lost some of its luster there's still plenty of bowl games. Here's 3 of my recommended non-BCS Jan 1 games

Northwestern v. Auburn (11am) /Penn State v. LSU (1 pm)
Starting at 11 am there will be nearly 7 straight hours of Big 10 football. Most of it will be filled with hot Big 10 on SEC action. The forces of Light meeting the Forces of Darkness on the gridiron. Northwestern and Auburn represent the two biggest surprises of each of the respective conferences. Both having high powered offenses and crappy defenses. Meanwhile PSU and LSU face off in the former Citrus Bowl. While both teams are highly ranked neither have beaten ranked opponents. So this game should expose one as a fraud. As its early and you have a long day of watching I recommend lots of protein: Corn Beef Hash and Eggs

Picks: Auburn and Penn State

U of M was unable to afford to go to a bowl game due to semen related costs

Florida State v. West Virginia (1pm)
For Bobby Bowden's retirement present the Gator Bowl will be pitting Bowden's current team (FSU) and his former team (West Virginia). Yes West Virginia wasn't technically a state when Bowden coached there but I think that just adds intrigue to the matchup. Nonetheless if PSU v. LSU isnt enjoyable switch to this game as who knows what Bowden might do (mistakenly start coaching West Virginia?) If your watching FSU v. WV you are bored so snack foods is in order I recommend Cool Ranch Doritos

Pick: West Virginia

Jan 6 Troy v. Central Michigan
At this point you might be bowled out. Only the Championship game remains after Troy v. Central Michigan but let me try to sell you on it. First its a match-up of Mac v. Sunbelt champions - both of whom have dominated their conferences. Secondly it is a game of outstanding offenses. Dan LeFovour (CMU) holds the record for most NCAA touchdowns. Troy is ranked 6th in total offense. Thirdly, Gutsy has promised to give everyone who watches the game a pony. So watch! Also I recommend Fajitas - umm because

Pick: Central Michigan