The football action last week was interesting. Let's look at some of the highlights. In High School, Gaffney destroyed Greenville 73 to 0 and Blacksburg beat previously unbeaten Southside Christian 24 to 19. In College, Clemson made a huge statement by beating Florida State 35 to 30 and South Carolina won an ugly game against Vanderbilt 21 to 3. In the NFL, Carolina won, in a driving rain storm, over Jacksonville 16 to 10 and Dallas squeaked by Washington 18 to 16.
The ArmChair Coach went 8 and 2 in football picks last week. My record for the season is 48 and 12 for a percentage of .800. Let's look at this week's picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Boiling Springs @ J.L. Mann..... The Bulldogs have been on a roll the last three weeks. The roll will continue..... Boiling Springs 34 J.L. Mann 24
Mauldin @ Byrnes..... Against teams not named Myrtle Beach and Gaffney, the Rebels have been awesome. They should roll again this week..... Byrnes 42 Mauldin 13
St. Joseph's @ Blacksburg..... The Wildcats got a good win over unbeaten Southside Christian last week. They will open region play with another win..... Blacksburg 28 St. Joseph's 16
Blue Ridge @ Chapman..... This looks to be an exciting and high scoring game. It will probably come down to the team that has the ball last..... Blue Ridge 35 Chapman 30
COLLEGE GAMES
Clemson @ Virginia Tech..... This is the first road test for the young Tigers. What a test it will be, in Blacksburg, Virginia on a Saturday night. I see the Tigers playing well, but they will come up short..... Virginia Tech 27 Clemson 24
Auburn @ South Carolina..... The Gamecocks and their fans want this game BAD! They owe Auburn after losing to them twice last season. They will find a way to win at the end..... South Carolina 34 Auburn 28
Appalachian State @ Wofford..... This is a huge game in the Southern Conference. App. State won last season in Boone. I see Wofford getting the win in a close one..... Wofford 26 Appalachian State 23
NFL GAMES
Carolina @ Chicago..... The Panthers got their first win last week after two close losses. It will be tough in the Windy City and I see them coming up short..... Chicago 23 Carolina 17
Denver @ Green Bay..... The Packers are 3 and 0 going into this game and will come out of this game 4 and 0..... Green Bay 35 Denver 18
Washington @ St. Louis..... The Skins try to bounce back after their loss to Dallas. I believe they will bounce back..... Washington 20 St. Louis 16
DID YOU KNOW? The Clemson Tigers have not won at Virginia Tech since 1989.
Until Next Time.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
WEEK 5 FOOTBALL PICKS (2011)
The football action last weekend was eye opening and exciting. The Gaffney Indians went into hostile Nixon Field in Duncan and beat the Byrnes Rebels 35 to 13. This win by the Indians was definitely an eye opener, not only in South Carolina but the nation. The Clemson Tigers defeated the defending National Champion Auburn Tigers 38 to 24, snapping the nation's longest winning streak. The Carolina Panthers took the defending Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers down to the wire, before losing 30 to 23.
The ArmChair Coach went 9 and 1 in Football Picks last week. My record for the season is 40 and 10 for a percentage of .800. Lets look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Gaffney @ Greenville..... Over the last four seasons this game has been decided by 7 points or less. The Indians are unbeaten and the Red Raiders are winless. TRAP GAME FOR GAFFNEY? I don't think so..... Gaffney 56 Greenville 13
For a more in depth preview of this game click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Southside Christian @ Blacksburg..... The Wildcats will try to get back in the win column this week after a tough loss to Liberty. It should be a fun week to be a Blacksburg football fan..... Blacksburg 28 Southside Christian 16
Pageland-Central @ Chesterfield..... This is a huge rivalry down in Chesterfield County. This will be a Region game next season, as Chesterfield moves to 2A. Tough one to call, but I have a feeling Central will find a way to win at the end..... Pageland-Central 24 Chesterfield 21
Chapman @ Chesnee..... The Eagles won a wild one against the Panthers last season. The young Eagles are looking for their first win of the season, but they will have to wait at least one more week to get it..... Chapman 34 Chesnee 28
COLLEGE GAMES
Florida State @ Clemson..... This is a monster game in the ACC Atlantic Division. Clemson coming off a huge win over Defending Champ Auburn and Florida State losing a tough one to Top Ranked Oklahoma. I feel like the Tigers will find a way to get it done..... Clemson 27 Florida State 23
Vanderbilt @ South Carolina..... In recent years Vandy has played the Gamecocks tough, winning a couple of times. I think this game will be close until the Cocks pull away in the 4th quarter..... South Carolina 31 Vanderbilt 16
Arkansas @ Alabama..... Huge game in the SEC West. It could be a statement game for Arkansas. The statement will be, "They ain't quiet there yet"..... Alabama 27 Arkansas 19
NFL GAMES
Jacksonville @ Carolina..... The Panthers have been close the past two weeks. This is one that they should get..... Carolina 24 Jacksonville 16
Green Bay @ Chicago..... This classic old rivalry is a rematch of last season's NFC Title Game that was won by the Packers. The Packers will win this one as well..... Green Bay 30 Chicago 20
Miami @ Cleveland..... The Dolphins are in a desperate need for a victory. It won't be easy, but I think they will get it..... Miami 20 Cleveland 17
DID YOU KNOW? Florida State has not beaten Clemson in Death Valley since the 2001 season.
DID YOU KNOW? Carolina Panthers' rookie QB Cam Newton is the first QB in NFL history to pass for over 400 yards in his first two NFL games.
Until Next Time.
The ArmChair Coach went 9 and 1 in Football Picks last week. My record for the season is 40 and 10 for a percentage of .800. Lets look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Gaffney @ Greenville..... Over the last four seasons this game has been decided by 7 points or less. The Indians are unbeaten and the Red Raiders are winless. TRAP GAME FOR GAFFNEY? I don't think so..... Gaffney 56 Greenville 13
For a more in depth preview of this game click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Southside Christian @ Blacksburg..... The Wildcats will try to get back in the win column this week after a tough loss to Liberty. It should be a fun week to be a Blacksburg football fan..... Blacksburg 28 Southside Christian 16
Pageland-Central @ Chesterfield..... This is a huge rivalry down in Chesterfield County. This will be a Region game next season, as Chesterfield moves to 2A. Tough one to call, but I have a feeling Central will find a way to win at the end..... Pageland-Central 24 Chesterfield 21
Chapman @ Chesnee..... The Eagles won a wild one against the Panthers last season. The young Eagles are looking for their first win of the season, but they will have to wait at least one more week to get it..... Chapman 34 Chesnee 28
COLLEGE GAMES
Florida State @ Clemson..... This is a monster game in the ACC Atlantic Division. Clemson coming off a huge win over Defending Champ Auburn and Florida State losing a tough one to Top Ranked Oklahoma. I feel like the Tigers will find a way to get it done..... Clemson 27 Florida State 23
Vanderbilt @ South Carolina..... In recent years Vandy has played the Gamecocks tough, winning a couple of times. I think this game will be close until the Cocks pull away in the 4th quarter..... South Carolina 31 Vanderbilt 16
Arkansas @ Alabama..... Huge game in the SEC West. It could be a statement game for Arkansas. The statement will be, "They ain't quiet there yet"..... Alabama 27 Arkansas 19
NFL GAMES
Jacksonville @ Carolina..... The Panthers have been close the past two weeks. This is one that they should get..... Carolina 24 Jacksonville 16
Green Bay @ Chicago..... This classic old rivalry is a rematch of last season's NFC Title Game that was won by the Packers. The Packers will win this one as well..... Green Bay 30 Chicago 20
Miami @ Cleveland..... The Dolphins are in a desperate need for a victory. It won't be easy, but I think they will get it..... Miami 20 Cleveland 17
DID YOU KNOW? Florida State has not beaten Clemson in Death Valley since the 2001 season.
DID YOU KNOW? Carolina Panthers' rookie QB Cam Newton is the first QB in NFL history to pass for over 400 yards in his first two NFL games.
Until Next Time.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
WEEK 4 FOOTBALL PICKS (2011)
Welcome to my 100th blog post of The ArmChair Coach. I have thoroughly enjoyed doing this blog and I plan to continue. I hope The ArmChair Coach fans out there have enjoyed my predictions and my insight into the sports world. Feel free to comment whether you agree or disagree with me.
The Answer To The ArmChair Coach's Sports Trivia Question is..... Thirteen NFL Championships the Green Bay Packers have won.
The ArmChair Coach Went 10 and 0 in Football Picks last Week. I am 31 and 9 for the season for a percentage of .775. Let's look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Gaffney @ Byrnes..... This is the game of the year, to this point, in the state of South Carolina. It is also one of the best in the Southeast. Two storied programs with 26 State Championships between them. I see the Indians getting it done..... Gaffney 28 Byrnes 21
For a more in depth preview of this game click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Greenwood @ Spartanburg..... This is probably the second best game in the state this week. I see the Eagles winning it late..... Greenwood 21 Spartanburg 17
T.L. Hanna @ Dorman..... Many people are shocked that Dorman is 0 and 3 this season. I am one of them. They have played three very good football teams. The competition gets lighter this week..... Dorman 27 T.L. Hanna 13
Boiling Springs @ Clinton..... After a week off the Bulldogs try to get their second win of the season. I believe they will..... Boiling Springs 24 Clinton 21
COLLEGE GAMES
Auburn @ Clemson..... This battle of Tigers went to overtime last season with Auburn winning on their way to the National Championship. It should be another tough tight football game with the Tigers winning. The Auburn Tigers that is..... Auburn 34 Clemson 31
Navy @ South Carolina..... The Gamecocks have had a hard time stopping passing attacks this season. Navy won't throw much, but their option attack could cause some problems..... South Carolina 38 Navy 21
Tennessee @ Florida..... This should be a game to see just how much these two teams have improved from last season..... Florida 26 Tennessee 17
NFL GAMES
Green Bay @ Carolina..... I can't hardly wait for this game. I am a life long fan of the Packers and a huge fan of the Panthers since their entry into the NFL. I see the Super Bowl Champs to be to much for the young Panthers..... Green Bay 38 Carolina 17
Houston @ Miami..... This should be a very entertaining game. I have been a big Dolphins fan over the years as well..... Houston 23 Miami 21
Seattle @ Pittsburg..... The Steelers had seven turnovers last week and was pounded by the Ravens. They should bounce back with a big win this week..... Pittsburg 29 Seattle 14
Until Next Time.
The Answer To The ArmChair Coach's Sports Trivia Question is..... Thirteen NFL Championships the Green Bay Packers have won.
The ArmChair Coach Went 10 and 0 in Football Picks last Week. I am 31 and 9 for the season for a percentage of .775. Let's look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Gaffney @ Byrnes..... This is the game of the year, to this point, in the state of South Carolina. It is also one of the best in the Southeast. Two storied programs with 26 State Championships between them. I see the Indians getting it done..... Gaffney 28 Byrnes 21
For a more in depth preview of this game click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Greenwood @ Spartanburg..... This is probably the second best game in the state this week. I see the Eagles winning it late..... Greenwood 21 Spartanburg 17
T.L. Hanna @ Dorman..... Many people are shocked that Dorman is 0 and 3 this season. I am one of them. They have played three very good football teams. The competition gets lighter this week..... Dorman 27 T.L. Hanna 13
Boiling Springs @ Clinton..... After a week off the Bulldogs try to get their second win of the season. I believe they will..... Boiling Springs 24 Clinton 21
COLLEGE GAMES
Auburn @ Clemson..... This battle of Tigers went to overtime last season with Auburn winning on their way to the National Championship. It should be another tough tight football game with the Tigers winning. The Auburn Tigers that is..... Auburn 34 Clemson 31
Navy @ South Carolina..... The Gamecocks have had a hard time stopping passing attacks this season. Navy won't throw much, but their option attack could cause some problems..... South Carolina 38 Navy 21
Tennessee @ Florida..... This should be a game to see just how much these two teams have improved from last season..... Florida 26 Tennessee 17
NFL GAMES
Green Bay @ Carolina..... I can't hardly wait for this game. I am a life long fan of the Packers and a huge fan of the Panthers since their entry into the NFL. I see the Super Bowl Champs to be to much for the young Panthers..... Green Bay 38 Carolina 17
Houston @ Miami..... This should be a very entertaining game. I have been a big Dolphins fan over the years as well..... Houston 23 Miami 21
Seattle @ Pittsburg..... The Steelers had seven turnovers last week and was pounded by the Ravens. They should bounce back with a big win this week..... Pittsburg 29 Seattle 14
Until Next Time.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
WEEK 3 FOOTBALL PICKS (2011)
The games last week were both interesting and exciting. In High School, Gaffney pounded Greenwood 47 to 21 and Spartanburg defeated Dorman 27 to 14. In College, South Carolina and Clemson struggled early, but both won going away. We kick up the Football Picks another notch this week, as we start the NFL season. ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?
The ArmChair Coach went 6 and 4 in football picks last week. My record for the season is 21 and 9 for a percentage of .700%. Lets look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Union County @ Gaffney..... This could be the ultimate trap game for the Gaffney Indians. They are coming off two huge wins and they have Byrnes next week. I see the Indians winning this one even if they play their "B" game..... Gaffney 45 Union County 7
For a more in depth preview of this game, you can click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Sumter @ Spartanburg..... The Vikings are coming off a huge win over Dorman last week. Could this be a trap game for them? I don't think so..... Spartanburg 23 Sumter 7
Chesnee @ Woodruff..... On paper this should be a mismatch. The game is not played on paper but, it should still be a lopsided Woodruff victory..... Woodruff 48 Chesnee 14
Latta @ Blacksburg..... Latta makes the long bus ride up to Cherokee County to play the Blacksburg Wildcats. The ride home will be much longer..... Blacksburg 29 Latta 14
COLLEGE GAMES
Wofford @ Clemson..... The Tigers could have some problems stopping the Terriers option attack. In the end Clemson should roll..... Clemson 41 Wofford 17
South Carolina @ Georgia..... This is a huge early game in the SEC East. It will be a huge early SEC win for the Gamecocks..... South Carolina 34 Georgia 24
Alabama @ Penn State..... This should be a good measuring stick for both of these storied programs. I think the Tide will roll..... Alabama 28 Penn State 17
NFL GAMES
Carolina @ Arizona..... The Cam Newton era starts for Carolina with a road loss..... Arizona 24 Carolina 17
New Orleans @ Green Bay..... This is a very intriguing match-up between the last two Super Bowl Champions. I see the Packers pulling this one out late..... Green Bay 24 New Orleans 21
New England @ Miami..... The Dolphins need to play better at home this season. They get a chance to make an early statement but, they don't get it done..... New England 27 Miami 17
THE ARMCHAIR COACH'S SPORTS TRIVIA QUESTION
How many NFL Championships have the Green Bay Packers won?
Until Next Time.
The ArmChair Coach went 6 and 4 in football picks last week. My record for the season is 21 and 9 for a percentage of .700%. Lets look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Union County @ Gaffney..... This could be the ultimate trap game for the Gaffney Indians. They are coming off two huge wins and they have Byrnes next week. I see the Indians winning this one even if they play their "B" game..... Gaffney 45 Union County 7
For a more in depth preview of this game, you can click on the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Sumter @ Spartanburg..... The Vikings are coming off a huge win over Dorman last week. Could this be a trap game for them? I don't think so..... Spartanburg 23 Sumter 7
Chesnee @ Woodruff..... On paper this should be a mismatch. The game is not played on paper but, it should still be a lopsided Woodruff victory..... Woodruff 48 Chesnee 14
Latta @ Blacksburg..... Latta makes the long bus ride up to Cherokee County to play the Blacksburg Wildcats. The ride home will be much longer..... Blacksburg 29 Latta 14
COLLEGE GAMES
Wofford @ Clemson..... The Tigers could have some problems stopping the Terriers option attack. In the end Clemson should roll..... Clemson 41 Wofford 17
South Carolina @ Georgia..... This is a huge early game in the SEC East. It will be a huge early SEC win for the Gamecocks..... South Carolina 34 Georgia 24
Alabama @ Penn State..... This should be a good measuring stick for both of these storied programs. I think the Tide will roll..... Alabama 28 Penn State 17
NFL GAMES
Carolina @ Arizona..... The Cam Newton era starts for Carolina with a road loss..... Arizona 24 Carolina 17
New Orleans @ Green Bay..... This is a very intriguing match-up between the last two Super Bowl Champions. I see the Packers pulling this one out late..... Green Bay 24 New Orleans 21
New England @ Miami..... The Dolphins need to play better at home this season. They get a chance to make an early statement but, they don't get it done..... New England 27 Miami 17
THE ARMCHAIR COACH'S SPORTS TRIVIA QUESTION
How many NFL Championships have the Green Bay Packers won?
Until Next Time.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
WEEK 2 FOOTBALL PICKS (2011)
The Week 1 games were very interesting, as the Gaffney Indians made a huge statement by beating Dorman 35 to 14. Something else I found interesting was, Woodruff looks like they are better than I thought they were and Northwestern looks to be down some this year. The football excitement really kicks up a notch this week, as the college teams begin their 2011 seasons.
The Answer To The ArmChair Coach's Sports Trivia Question is..... Jimmie Johnson was the second Head Coach in Dallas Cowboy's history.
The ArmChair Coach went 7 and 5 in football pick last week. My record for the young season is 15 and 5 for a percentage of .750. Let's look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Greenwood @ Gaffney..... This is another early season showdown between two storied programs. Greenwood won last season 10 to 7 to break a 7-game losing streak to the Indians. I see Gaffney to have to much speed and depth and they will start another streak against the Eagles..... Gaffney 28 Greenwood 14
For a more in depth preview of this game go to the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Dorman @ Spartanburg..... This game has two major questions that I want to see answered. Is Spartanburg as good as they looked last week against Union County? Is Dorman down from their usual stud self, after their loss to Gaffney? I think we will know a little more about these two rivals but, it will take the season to get all of the answers...... Dorman 23 Spartanburg 20
Myrtle Beach @ Byrnes..... Myrtle Beach should give Byrnes a much better game than Ballard (KY) did last week. The Rebels will still get the win..... Byrnes 34 Myrtle Beach 16
Woodruff @ Clinton..... You never know what to expect when these two old rivals get together. Woodruff looked great against Greenville and Clinton didn't look to good against Newberry. Woodruff will win but, Clinton should play with them..... Woodruff 27 Clinton 20
Chesterfield @ Cheraw..... These two teams and towns don't like each other at all. Chesterfield has had the upper hand in this series the last few seasons. The Rams will win but, the Braves are closing the gap..... Chesterfield 23 Cheraw 17
COLLEGE GAMES
Troy @ Clemson..... How good will Clemson's new look offense look out of the gate? By the second half pretty good..... Clemson 38 Troy 21
South Carolina vs East Carolina @ Charlotte..... The Pirates will throw the ball all over the yard. The South Carolina offense will be to much for the East Carolina defense..... South Carolina 41 East Carolina 21
Boise State vs Georgia @ Atlanta..... I think the Bulldogs will be much better this season. The last time Boise State played an SEC team was Georgia in 2005. It wasn't pretty, as Georgia won big. I see Georgia in a mild upset..... Georgia 24 Boise State 21
Appalachian State @ Virginia Tech..... The Hokies have a history of laying an early egg. Appalachian State went to Michigan and won a few years ago. VERY INTERESTING! I think the Hokies egg will come later..... Virginia Tech 27 Appalachian State 13
Utah State @ Auburn..... The defending National Champs will start the post Cam Newton era with a win..... Auburn 31 Utah State 14
Until Next Time.
The Answer To The ArmChair Coach's Sports Trivia Question is..... Jimmie Johnson was the second Head Coach in Dallas Cowboy's history.
The ArmChair Coach went 7 and 5 in football pick last week. My record for the young season is 15 and 5 for a percentage of .750. Let's look at this weeks picks.
HIGH SCHOOL GAMES
Greenwood @ Gaffney..... This is another early season showdown between two storied programs. Greenwood won last season 10 to 7 to break a 7-game losing streak to the Indians. I see Gaffney to have to much speed and depth and they will start another streak against the Eagles..... Gaffney 28 Greenwood 14
For a more in depth preview of this game go to the Tribe Blitz link on this page.
Dorman @ Spartanburg..... This game has two major questions that I want to see answered. Is Spartanburg as good as they looked last week against Union County? Is Dorman down from their usual stud self, after their loss to Gaffney? I think we will know a little more about these two rivals but, it will take the season to get all of the answers...... Dorman 23 Spartanburg 20
Myrtle Beach @ Byrnes..... Myrtle Beach should give Byrnes a much better game than Ballard (KY) did last week. The Rebels will still get the win..... Byrnes 34 Myrtle Beach 16
Woodruff @ Clinton..... You never know what to expect when these two old rivals get together. Woodruff looked great against Greenville and Clinton didn't look to good against Newberry. Woodruff will win but, Clinton should play with them..... Woodruff 27 Clinton 20
Chesterfield @ Cheraw..... These two teams and towns don't like each other at all. Chesterfield has had the upper hand in this series the last few seasons. The Rams will win but, the Braves are closing the gap..... Chesterfield 23 Cheraw 17
COLLEGE GAMES
Troy @ Clemson..... How good will Clemson's new look offense look out of the gate? By the second half pretty good..... Clemson 38 Troy 21
South Carolina vs East Carolina @ Charlotte..... The Pirates will throw the ball all over the yard. The South Carolina offense will be to much for the East Carolina defense..... South Carolina 41 East Carolina 21
Boise State vs Georgia @ Atlanta..... I think the Bulldogs will be much better this season. The last time Boise State played an SEC team was Georgia in 2005. It wasn't pretty, as Georgia won big. I see Georgia in a mild upset..... Georgia 24 Boise State 21
Appalachian State @ Virginia Tech..... The Hokies have a history of laying an early egg. Appalachian State went to Michigan and won a few years ago. VERY INTERESTING! I think the Hokies egg will come later..... Virginia Tech 27 Appalachian State 13
Utah State @ Auburn..... The defending National Champs will start the post Cam Newton era with a win..... Auburn 31 Utah State 14
Until Next Time.
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