NCAA Football Week 3

What a fun weekend of football!  I hope everyone has enjoyed the first big weekend of many!  I know I had a great time watching my Nittany Lions and Steelers win!  The weather in Happy Valley wasn’t so happy since it was overcast and decided to rain during prime tailgate time. The weather did cooperate for the game and there were 108,000+ in attendance for the game.

In much more popular news, everyone is talking about Tom Brady’s injury.  And although I feel bad for his teammates and (to a much lesser extent) his fans, I don’t think poor Tom will be treated to poorly by Gisele.  I mean could anyone imagine her bringing you soup or sandwiches after your knee surgery?  It will be interesting to see how the Pats rebound and how much the media will cover Brett Favre’s every move.

So week 3 of College Football is upon us and there are some great match-ups this week!  Number 1 USC hosts Ohio State in my game of the week!  That is right Ashley, I didn’t forget them.  Also Michigan plays at Notre Dame in what should be an interesting match-up.  Check out my other 8 picks below as well as the starting prices for tickets if you want to venture out and enjoy a great day of Saturday Football!  All the games are linked for your pleasure!

1. Ohio State at USC - 8:00 PM - From $90. The Buckeyes head to Cali to face the Trojans.  Obviously, this will be the major hyped game and should be the locale for College Game Day.  I like the Trojans at home but think the game will be a close one as Ohio State will be prepared like they were for the Longhorns.  I assume LA’s finest will be in attendance so hopefully you can make it as well.
2. Georgia at South Carolina - 3:30 PM - From $99.  The no longer number 1 Bulldogs head to the other S.C. and goes against a tough Gamecock team.  I like Georgia in this game although never count out Steve Spurrier, well unless he is coaching an NFL squad. (my bad, low blow).  If you are in SEC country this is probably your game of the week.
3. Arkansas at Texas - 3:30 PM - From $48.  The Razorbacks head to Austin for an afternoon game.  I like the Longhorns in this game at home.  Arkansas will probably have a slightly down year with the loss of Darren McFadden.  Since Austin is always a great place to party I am sure this game will just add to the festivities.
4. Oregon at Purdue -3:30 PM - From $9.  I am intrigued by this match up.  The Ducks and Boilermakers face off for the first time since 1979.  I love to see east/west coast teams travel across the country, it is great for the fans, programs, and players.  The state of Indiana has a few nice match-ups, I would take the more unique one though.
5. Penn State at Syracuse - 3:30 PM - From $39.  An old time rivalry is reborn as the Nittany Lions head to Syracuse to face the Orange(men).  I like the Lions in this one with a large visiting crowd in attendance.  The Orange have been on hard times as off late, but having a big matchup on TV always helps a program.  Should be a nice Saturday and tailgating scene in Syracuse!
6. Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech-3:30 PM - From $59.  The ACC battle of the Tech schools.  The Yellow Jackets head to Blacksburg to try to beat the Hokies.  I think it will be a great day in western Virginia for a competitive game.  I am sure there will be some Yellow Jacket fans making the trip from Atlanta.
7. Auburn at Mississippi State - 7:00 PM - From $33.  An under the radar matchup in the SEC.  Plenty of time to tailgate with the 7 PM start.  I am going to go with the upset here and think the Bulldogs will surprise the Tigers.
8. Oklahoma at Washington - 7:45 PM - From $25.  So we had Oklahoma St. traveling to Seattle’s Qwest Field to face Washington St., now we have the Sooners facing the Huskies at Husky Stadium in Seattle.  The Sooners should roll in this west coast road trip.  But once again, if you are in the Pacific Northwest head into Seattle and watch another great game between the Big 12 and Pac 10.t
9. Michigan at Notre Dame - 3:30 PM - From $100.  Ok so here is where I decided to talk about Notre Dame and Michigan.  Every year we get to see these two historic programs face off.  Probably the most unpredictable match up as of late with Rich Rodriguez taking over the program.  Tickets are hard to come by at Notre Dame so getting a few early might be in your best interest.
10. Iowa State at Iowa -12:00 PM -  From $94.  To start your afternoon in the Midwest we have an inner state rivalry game!  The Cyclones and the Hawkeyes have played each other since 1977, so I am sure Iowa State is used to the pink visiting locker room by now.  Should be a good game as the Hawkeyes look to get on a roll to enter the Big Ten season.