Make your call, what happens Saturday?
by JazzyUte on Sep 7, 2011 9:27 PM MDT
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PrintI'm getting a bit woozy with how jerky this 2011 season has already been and we've only made it through a week!
Prior to Thursday, I was optimistic Utah could go down to Southern California and compete with the Trojans. Maybe not fully on board with the idea of a victory, but I definitely felt there was a possibility. That changed after the Utes' performance against the Montana St. Bobcats. In fact, I left the stadium that night convinced Utah stood no chance in their first game of the conference season. Of course, that's changed since Saturday and now I find myself right back at square one - I feel there is the potential for a win here.
So, what do you expect to happen Saturday?
To help you along your way, here are a few predictions from outside sources:
- WhatIfSports simulated Saturday's contest 101 times and the Utes won 59% of the time by an average score of 30.4-28.2.
- The Sports Network, in their preview of the game, predicts the Trojans will win 27-20.
- 65% of Yahoo! users picked USC Saturday.
- All three of Rivals.com's experts picked the Trojans.
The overall consensus is that USC should win. Not a shocker. They're at home and, well, they're still the Trojans.
What's your pick?
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Utah 27
University of Slutty Cheerleaders 17
ooooooo! SHOCKER
by PhuckthePhillies on Sep 7, 2011 10:09 PM MDT reply actions
I think it is ASU with the shocker hand sign.
I am not sure what 2 in the pink and one in the stink has to do with ASU.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Larry soon would be there. -Maji Man
by daedalus17 on Sep 8, 2011 1:28 PM MDT via mobile up reply actions
It all depends
Voting with my heart – Utah
Voting with my head – It all depends on how Jordan plays.
Utes win
27-20. White rushes for 178 yards and 2 scores.
by Joseph Silverzweig on Sep 7, 2011 11:09 PM MDT reply actions
utah 21, usc 19. kiffin calls for and misses 2// 2point conversions. LK is one dumb mofo.
Public Enemy #1 and enjoying every minute of it. Tapology.
by wolfmanshowlforever on Sep 8, 2011 12:22 AM MDT reply actions
Oh, what the hell.
I picked Utah in a close one, but I have zero clue.
Utah has a lot of improving to do for it to happen.
Tough one...
My guess is Utah win by 5. Utah down by 20 at the half 27-7, but hold USC to a field goal on second half, score 21 third quarter point and a touchdown with 4 minutes left in the game, and hold on winning this game. I just hope we didn’t underestimate our opponent based on their latest performance (Notre Dame loss to Tulsa and blowout Utah last season)
The Media picking USC is not a shocker.
Nor should it even be considered a slight to Utah. In fact that most are picking a close game should be considered good for Utah, especially after the game we played Thursday.
I am completely with Utah-UCLA alum
I really want us to beat USC, and my heart tells me to pick us, but I just can’t justify it. Too many bad memories of notre dame. I voted that we win by a little.
Gee what a shock, there are currently five votes for USC in a blowout. Probably the same 5 who gave you us an “F” on our report card. To greg wrubell, Dick Harmon, Jay Drew, Jeff Call, and Brandon Gurney; we know it was you guys, but thanks for supporting Block U!
Want to see someone really get their brain twisted up? Try explaining the Monty Hall problem to them....
sticking my next out
The DN tds ding dong brigade. Real objective reporters.
If the Vegas line is USC by 21.
I would take Utah. My guess is that we DON’T have a repeat of the TCU 2010 debacle.
by Utah-UCLA alum on Sep 8, 2011 9:10 AM MDT up reply actions
who is your favorite DN tds ding dong?
Want to see someone really get their brain twisted up? Try explaining the Monty Hall problem to them....
by BigBenSportsGuy on Sep 8, 2011 9:23 AM MDT up reply actions
Dick all the way
I live to see him froth at the mouth when Utah gets mentioned in a positive way relative to the tds. The Rock Monster is a close second. Dougie rounds out the podium finish.
by Utah-UCLA alum on Sep 8, 2011 11:08 AM MDT up reply actions
The Vegas line is USC by 9-9.5.
But it opened at USC by 6.5, so the smart money is on USC by a TD or more.
Everyone hates a pink-shirt-wearing communist.
by displacedute on Sep 8, 2011 11:27 AM MDT up reply actions
Like I said in the preview, Kiffin has coached seven home games at SC...
Only two have been decided by more than a touchdown (a win over Cal and a loss to Oregon). The rest were either won/lost by a touchdown or less.
That says something.
The Crystal Ball Run...
…USC on upset alert!
Let’s hope he’s correct like he was for Notre Dame and TCU last week!
I want to believe...
…that we went “vanilla” on Montana St., which is why the offense looked mediocre. I feel that the talent is there at WR to make this a high scoring affair…plus USC’s gave up 300 yards to a very average team, which makes me think that we can put up better numbers.
On the other hand, I think Barkley & Woods are going to have a field day on our secondary.
I’m going to guess 34-31 Utah, with both teams having over 350 yards of total offense.
you know that we held montana state to
less than their average in passing yards right?
Want to see someone really get their brain twisted up? Try explaining the Monty Hall problem to them....
by BigBenSportsGuy on Sep 8, 2011 10:15 AM MDT up reply actions
agreed
but it is not completely useless either. sure, players change, improve, graduate, whatever. But after having this back and forth on two threads now, I guess I just have to agree to disagree. I was very encouraged by the performance on thursday and I look forward to the future.
Want to see someone really get their brain twisted up? Try explaining the Monty Hall problem to them....
by BigBenSportsGuy on Sep 8, 2011 10:55 AM MDT up reply actions
...and like I said...I hope you're right.
Besides the “spoiled” factor I pointed out…I tend to be negative until proven wrong. Perhaps I prefer to be surprised rather than disappointed…
Regardless, I’m very excited for the upcoming game, and think we have a shot at winning it. I wish it was Friday…or better yet, Saturday!
You know we're all cheering for you
It’s hard to take a lot from first week games, but I think $c’s 2 point win over Minnesota raises a lot more concerns than your Utes’ closer-than-expected but still solid win. The Masoleum is a nasty place to play, but if you can keep their skill players under control, you should take them.
Welcome to the Pac-12 (while it’s still 12). Go Utes.
greg in denver, U.C.L.A. guy for life - BruinsNation.com
ESPN Predicts....
I like how they are thinking!
http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/tag/_/name/game-predictions-090811
I agree…I think Utah wins in a close one. The team has been getting prepped for this one for a while now…I think we start Pac12 in a nice way!
4 of 7 CFN staffers pick Utes over Trojans...
http://cfn.scout.com/2/1104118.html
Not bad. More like Utah than SC.
What I WANT to Happen?
Or what I THINK will happen? Uh, close. Neither team had a great showing last week. But USC had the uglier win and Utah has the longer prep week. Then again Utah IS on the road. I want to see Utah win by a healthy margin, but it will likely be close which can favor either side.
Then again, if Kiffen keeps going for 2, that may well give Utah the win right there.
If anyone found my snowboarding gloves after storming the field following the 2004 TDS game, I want them back!
HOW DOES YOUR EXCITEMENT FOR THIS GAME COMPARE???
for me this game is up there with the Alabama game and our annual BYU showdown…I have been looking forward to this game for a year now…cant wait!!!
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