Conference Championship Week and Scorecast

Here are the picks for Week 15. Keep in mind that the panelists' records and picks are made
based on the spread.

Synopses:

Jeremy

1. Florida State vs. Georgia Tech - I want to pick Tech for the upset. I think everyone does. Here's why I'm not. UGA should've beat Tech. They were on their way to a 21-0 lead and fumbled going into the endzone twice. FSU out-athletes Tech at every position. Will it be close? Sure. But just like every other game this year. FSU wins. FSU 31-27

2. Wisconsin vs. Ohio State - This line has risen to 6 and I wouldn't take Wisconsin and 6 but I like them at 4. Ohio State will still be ok without their QB. I think they will hold Wisconsin down enough to stay within striking distance. However, I just don't believe they'll be able to make a play at the end to get over the hump. Wisconsin 24-17

3. Arizona vs. Oregon - Oregon wins this game but I'll be damned if I'm going to lay 2 TDs against a team that beat them at home already this year. RichRod has done some good work at Arizona. I think his team hangs around before succumbing at the end. Oregon 41-31

4. Missouri vs. Alabama - I love Bama to win this game but just like the PAC-12 Title Game, 2 TDs is too much here. Mizzou's defense isn't bad. Even against UGA, it was the offense that helped the Dawgs get 34 by turning it over so much. If the turnover battle is even, Mizzou can hang around but the Tide get it done with a late TD.  Bama 30-17


Brian

1. Florida State vs. Georgia Tech - I'm still not sure what to think of GT's victory over UGA. Both teams played poorly at times. It was an impressive win for the Jackets on the road though. Florida State appears to be a more consistent and complete team than UGA. Tech will probably keep it close, but I like FSU in the end due to Winston's continued 2nd half play. Florida State 35-28

2. Wisconsin vs. Ohio State - I feel for Ohio State. Not losing one star QB, but now two. Whether you like Ohio State or not, that just stinks to see a team plagued by injuries. I don't think Wisconsin is great, but replacing Barrett will be tough. Last time Ohio State fielded a new QB after injury, they lost to Virginia Tech. Wisconsin 17-10

3. Arizona vs. Oregon - Rich Rod has Arizona playing well. I don't see Arizona beating Oregon, but they should give them a run. A lot of this game will come down to the play of Oregon's offensive line. During the meeting earlier in the season, Arizona held Oregon to only 144 yards rushing. If Arizona can limit Oregon's rushing offense, they stand a chance to win again. I believe Oregon will run better this time and win a close game. Oregon 31-28

4. Missouri vs. Alabama - Missouri keeps surprising people. Missouri has a great defensive line. The key for Missouri is forcing teams to pass to allow their pass rush to become effective. Arkansas was unable to rush effectively in the 2nd half and their QB (Allen) was pressured relentlessly. I expect Alabama to run on Missouri well enough to eliminate the pass rush and wear down Missouri. Alabama 42-24

Keppel

1. Florida State vs. Georgia Tech - State. 

2. Wisconsin vs. Ohio State - Sin. 

3. Arizona vs. Oregon - Gon.

4. Missouri vs. Alabama - Ama.