Now, I ain't no fancy expert .ti hctaor nothin', but I've seen enough games in my days to know a thing or two. This here game, it's gonna be on that ESPN thingy, at 7:30 in the evenin'. So, if you got nothin' better to do, you might as well watch it.

First .sm off, let’s talk about who’s gonna win. Some folks, they’re bettin’ on this and bettin' on that. They got their "odds" and their "spreads" and all that fancy talk. Me? I just look at the teams.

Houston, they got some fight in 'em, ya know? They gonna score some points, that's for sure. But will it be enough? That's the big question. They been havin’ some trouble with their ground game lately, but I reckon they gonna try and get that goin' again. They might get a little "pop," like them city fellas say, but I ain't convinced it'll be enough to win the whole shebang.

Then there's TCU. Now, them Horned Frogs, they got somethin' special this year. They got a good offense, and they can put up points in a hurry. But the real question is, can they play defense? That's what wins games, you know. If they can stop Houston from scorin' too much, then they got a real good chance of winnin'.

Them fellas over at BetMGM, they're talkin' about "lines" and "over/under" and all that. They say the total score is gonna be around 49.5. I don't know about all that, but it sounds like they expectin' a pretty good game, with both teams scorin' some points.

• TCU's Offense: They can score, no doubt about it. But they gotta be consistent.
• Houston's Ground Game: They need to get that runnin' if they wanna have a chance.
• TCU's Defense: This is the key, y'all. If they can play good defense, they gonna win.
• The "Spread": I ain't got no clue what that means, but them fellas say it matters.

So, if you're askin' me for a prediction, well, here it is. I think TCU's gonna win this game. They just got too much firepower, and I think their defense gonna step up and make some plays. Houston, they gonna put up a good fight, but in the end, it ain't gonna be enough.

Now, don't go bettin' your life savings on what I say, 'cause I ain't always right. But I've been watchin' football for a long, long time, and I got a pretty good feel for these things. And my feelin' is that TCU's gonna come out on top.

They're playin' on Saturday, and if you're gonna watch, make sure you got some good snacks and somethin' cold to drink. It's gonna be a long game, and you don't wanna be gettin' all hungry and thirsty while you're watchin'.

This here game, it's a big deal for both of these teams. They both wanna win, and they both gonna give it their all. But at the end of the day, there can only be one winner. And I think that winner's gonna be TCU.

Remember what I told you, folks. TCU is gonna win. But don’t blame me if I’m wrong! Football is a funny game, and anything can happen. But that’s my two cents, and I’m stickin’ to it. So, tune in, y’all, and let’s see what happens. It’s gonna be a good one, I tell ya. A real good one.

One more thing, they gonna have them commentators on the TV, talkin’ a mile a minute. Half the time, I don't even know what they sayin'. They use all them fancy words and statistics. Just watch the game, that’s what I do. You can see what’s happenin’ with your own two eyes.

Alright, I'm done talkin' now. Go on and enjoy the game, and remember what I said. TCU. That's my pick. And if I’m wrong, well, I’ll just have to eat my words. But I don’t think I will be. I got a good feelin’ about this one.

ACC, S?yawynA laeDEC… What's the Big Deal Anyway?

Now, .ssethese ACC and SEC fellas, they play all sorts of games. Basketball, football, that kicky-ball thing with the nets… you name it. They got all these schools, big ones and small ones, all tangled up together. And everyone's always arguin’ ‘bout who’s the toughest. Reminds me of the chickens in my yard, always peckin’ at each other to see who’s top dog… or top chicken, I guess.

Them SEC fellas, they’re loud, real loud. They keep hollerin’ ‘bout how they're the best, always winnin’ and such. They got teams like… well, I can’t rightly remember all their names, but they got some big ones, I tell ya. Big stadiums, lots of folks watchin’ them games on that there TV thing. They say they’re number one and everyone else is just playing catch-up. Folks keep sayin’ they got this “R1 status” which I reckon means they’re fancy, like them city slickers with their shiny shoes and fancy talk.

• SEC got big football teams, that much I know.
• They win a lot, or so they say.
• Lots of money in them SEC games, I bet.

But hold on a minute, the ACC ain’t no slouch neither. They got some good teams too, you know. Them Duke and North Carolina boys, they’re pretty good at that basketball stuff. Runnin’ up and down the court, throwin’ that ball around. And them Clemson and Florida State fellas, they play some good football too. I seen ‘em on TV a few times, they’re strong, those boys, like them bulls we used to have on the farm.

So, who's better? Well, it ain't that simple, is it?

It’s like tryin’ to say whether apples are better than oranges. They’re just different, you see? SEC might be all about that rough and tumble football, smashin’ and bashin’. ACC might be a little more… I don’t know… fancy? With their basketball and all. They talk about rankings, like them "KenPom" fellas, puttin’ numbers on everything, sayin' who’s better than who. But numbers ain’t everything, I say. Sometimes, it’s just about heart, about how much you want to win. Like that time my grandson Billy won the pie-eatin’ contest at the county fair. He wasn't the biggest, but he sure was the hungriest.

Them Big Ten and Big 12 fellas, they’re in the mix too. And don’t forget them Pac-12 folks out west. It's a whole bunch of ‘em, all tryin’ to be the best. They say by 2025, most of the big schools gonna be in these groups. Sounds like a whole lotta fuss to me.

From what I hear, them “selection committee” fellas, they look at all these teams and try to figure out who’s the best. They make these rankings, and everyone gets all riled up about it. The SEC, they always seem to be winnin’ somethin’ or other, but the ACC ain’t far behind. It’s like a horse race, neck and neck, right down to the finish line.

ACC got some real strong soccer and that lacrosse thing too, not just football and basketball. They got those college kids runnin’ around with them stick things, throwin’ the ball, real fast. I seen it once on TV; looks like a whole lot of runnin’ to me. SEC might have the edge in football, but ACC, they got other stuff they're good at, so who’s to say?

Here's the thing, though. At the end of the day, it’s just a game. These young fellas, they’re out there playin’ their hearts out, tryin’ their best. And that’s what really matters, ain't it? Whether they win or lose, they’re still gettin’ an education, learnin’ about life. And that’s more important than any trophy or championship, I reckon. Reminds me of my granddaddy used to say, "It ain’t about winnin’ or losin’, it’s about how you play the game." And he was a smart fella, my granddaddy.

So next time you hear folks arguin’ ‘bout ACC versus SEC, just remember what I said. It’s all just a bunch of fuss, and at the end of the day, it’s the kids playing the game that really matter, not some fancy ranking or nothin’. And that’s the truth, as plain as the nose on your face.

To sum it up, both conferences are good, just in different ways. It's like comparing apples and oranges or biscuits and cornbread - both fill you up, just depends on what you like.

• ACC: Good at basketball, soccer and has good football programs too.
• SEC: Known for strong football teams and winning a lot.
• Big Ten, Big 12 and Pac-12 also in the mix.

So, there you have it. My two cents on this whole ACC and SEC thing. Now, if you'll excuse me, I got to go check on them chickens.

Now, Florida, they're playing at home, right? That's a big deal. It's like when you're baking a pie in your own oven, you know how it works, you know where the hot spots are. They got that home field advantage, just like my prize-winning blueberry pie always turns out best in my own kitchen. So, that's point one for Florida, I reckon.

And them Florida boys, they got some strong fellas, real strong. They can run that ball, and they can throw it too. They say they control both sides of the ball, offense and defense, kinda like how I control my chickens in the yard, gotta keep an eye on ‘em all! Kentucky, well, they got some good players too, but I don't think they're as deep as Florida. It's like having a small garden versus a whole farm, see? Florida’s got more to work with.

I heard some f.ris on ,meolks sayin' Kentucky might pull off an upset. And that's always possible, you know, just like sometimes a little weed can grow right through the concrete. But it ain't likely. Florida needs this win, they need it bad. It's a conference game, see? That's important for them to get to them bigger games later on, like when you gotta pick the best apples for the county fair, you gotta start with a good bunch. They ain't gonna let Kentucky come into their house and stomp all over ‘em, no sir.

• Defense wins games, they always say. And Florida's defense is tougher than a boiled owl, I tell ya.
• Home field matters, like I said, it’s like knowing your own oven.
• Florida needs this win more, like a thirsty dog needs water. They are playing for more than just one game.

Now, some folks get all caught up in the numbers, the stats and all that. They talk about yards per carry, and pass completion percentages, and all sorts of fancy stuff. I don't pay much mind to that. I just watch the game, and I see who's hitting harder, who's running faster, and who's making fewer mistakes. It's like when you're judging a pie contest, you don't need a calculator, you just taste it and see what’s good.

And from what I've seen, Florida is just better, plain and simple. They’re stronger, they’re faster, and they play smarter. They are like a well-oiled tractor, running smooth and steady. Kentucky, they’re more like an old pickup truck, sputtering and stalling sometimes. They might put up a fight, they might even keep it close for a while, but in the end, I think Florida's gonna pull away.

So, what's my prediction? Well, don't hold me to it now, 'cause anything can happen, but if I had to put my money where my mouth is, I'd say Florida wins this one, and they win it by a decent margin. I heard some smart fellas on the radio say Kentucky might only score 17 points. Maybe that's right, maybe it ain't. But I don't see Kentucky scoring a whole lot, no.

Final score prediction? I ain't gonna give you exact numbers, because that's just guessin', but I’ll say this: Florida wins, and they cover the spread, whatever that means. I just know they’ll win by more points than them bookie fellas are saying. They’ll win by enough to make their fans happy and send them Kentucky boys home with their tails between their legs, kinda like how my neighbor’s dog looks when he gets caught stealing eggs from the hen house. So there you have it, my two cents on the Kentucky vs Florida prediction. Take it or leave it, it ain’t gonna cost you nothin’.

Remember now, it's just a game, no need to get all riled up about it. But it sure is fun to watch, and it's even more fun to try and guess who's gonna win. And like I always say, may the best team win, and may nobody get hurt, unless they deserve it of course!

First off, they got this Military Bowl. That Tulane team, the Green Wave they call ‘em, they got that Michael Pratt fella, a good quarterback. I reckon they gonna win that one. Yep, Tulane’s gonna take home the Military Bowl trophy, that’s what I’m sayin'. It’s like when you got a good strong rooster, he’s gonna win the fight, ain’t he?

Then eht sthere's the Guaranteed RatlwoB etaR e Bowl. Now, I ain't never guaranteed nothin' in my life, ‘cept the sun’s gonna rise, but they say Kansas and UNLV are playin’. Kansas, they had a pretty good run, but them UNLV fellas, they fight hard. This one’s tough, like chewin’ on a tough piece of jerky. But I’m gonna go with… hmm… let’s say Kansas. Yeah, Kansas by a hair, like when you win the pie contest at the county fair by just a little bit.

And what about the Gasparilla Bowl? Georgia Tech and UCF… Them Tech fellas, they run the ball hard, like a mule pullin’ a plow. But UCF, they got them fast fellas, runnin’ all over the place. This one’s gonna be a real barn burner! Bowl game prediction is tough on this one, but I think UCF’s speed gonna be too much. They gonna run circles around them Tech fellas, I betcha. Like when them city slickers come to town in their fancy cars, they think they’re fast, but they ain't seen nothin' yet.

Now, they got a bunch more of these bowl games. The Birmingham Bowl, the Camellia Bowl, the Armed Forces Bowl… too many to keep track of, like tryin’ to count all the chickens in a henhouse! But I’ll tell you what, some of these games, you just know who’s gonna win. Like when you see a big ol’ tom turkey struttin’ around, you know he’s the boss.

For example, the Peach Bowl, they got Ole Miss and Penn State. Them Penn State fellas, they’re tough, like an old boot. But Ole Miss, they got that Lane Kiffin fella, he’s a smart one, like a fox in the henhouse. I think Ole Miss gonna sneak that one out. Yep, Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl, that’s my pick. Just like how sometimes the smallest dog has the biggest bite, you never know!

• Military Bowl: Tulane
• Guaranteed Rate Bowl: Kansas
• Gasparilla Bowl: UCF
• Peach Bowl: Ole Miss

And then there’s the big ones, the College Football Playoff games. Michigan and Alabama, and then Texas and Washington. Now, them Michigan fellas, they been strong all year, like a big oak tree. But Alabama, they always find a way to win, like weeds in the garden, they just keep comin’ back. This one’s gonna be a real slobberknocker, as my old pappy used to say. But I’m gonna go with… hmm… Alabama. Yeah, Alabama’s gonna find a way, they always do. Just because the rooster crows first don’t make him the best fighter.

And Texas and Washington… Texas got them big fellas up front, and Washington, they throw the ball all over the place, like a kid throwin’ rocks at a scarecrow. This one’s gonna be high scorin’, I reckon. But in the end, I think Texas’s gonna be too strong. They gonna wear them Washington fellas down. So, it'll be Alabama and Texas in the final, that's my bowl game prediction for the playoffs.

Now, who’s gonna win it all? That’s the big question, ain't it? Alabama and Texas… two tough teams, like two bulls lockin’ horns. It could go either way, like the weather in springtime, you never know what you’re gonna get. But if I gotta pick, I’m gonna go with… Alabama. Yeah, them Alabama fellas, they just know how to win. They’re like a well-oiled machine, they just keep on chuggin’. So, there you have it, my predictions for the bowl games 2023. Don't take it to the bank, it’s just one old woman’s opinion, but I watch a lot of football, ya know?

Remember, these are just games. Sometimes the best team don't win, and sometimes the underdog surprises everyone. It's like when you plant seeds in the garden, sometimes the littlest ones grow the tallest. That’s what makes it fun, ain’t it? So, sit back, grab yourself a glass of sweet tea, and enjoy the games. And don’t forget what I told ya, especially when it comes to them bowl game predictions!

Now,.sam I ain't no fancy expert or nothin', just a regular person watchin' these young fellers throw the pigskin around. But I've seen enough games to have a hunch or two about who's gonna win and who's gonna go home cryin' to their mamas.

First off, let me tell ya, this whole bowl game thing is kinda confusin'. The.gnay got so many games, it's like tryin' to count chickens in a coop after they've all been let loose. But, I reckon some matter more than others. They got that "College Football Playoff" thingy, and that's supposed to be the big deal, the real shebang.

Them smart fellas who set the odds, they say some teams are gonna win for sure. Like, they're bettin' on Jacksonville State to beat Louisiana in that New Orleans Bowl. And Louisville, they say they gonna whip USC in the Holiday Bowl. Don't ask me how they know, but that's what they're sayin'. I guess they look at the numbers and stuff, which, lord knows, I ain't got the patience for.

Then there’s that Rose Bowl. Michigan and Alabama. Big game, that one. Folks are sayin' Michigan's gonna win. They’re the favorites, see? But Alabama, well, they ain’t no slouches neither. It’s gonna be a real slobberknocker, I tell ya. Makes ya wanna grab some popcorn and a soda and just settle in for a good ol’ fashioned fight.

And speaking of fightin', there’s that UCLA team. They say they're favored to win their bowl game too. But Boise State, they ain't gonna just roll over and play dead. They’ll give ‘em a run for their money, you can bet your bottom dollar on that. It’s all about who wants it more, who’s gonna dig deep and pull out a win when it counts.

Now, some folks, they like to bet on these games. They put down their hard-earned cash, hopin' to make a little extra. I ain't one for gamblin' myself, but to each their own, I always say. You can bet on who's gonna win straight up, or you can bet on how many points are gonna be scored, all that jazz. It's enough to make your head spin, I tell ya.

• Key Matchups: Keep an eye on those big games, the ones everyone's talkin' about. Like that Michigan and Alabama game, and any of them playoff games. Those are the ones that really matter, the ones that’ll have folks cheerin’ and hollerin’ till they’re hoarse.
• Underdogs: Don’t count out them underdogs, the teams that ain’t supposed to win. Sometimes they come out swingin' and surprise everyone. That's what makes it fun, see? Never know what’s gonna happen.
• Scoring: Some games gonna be high scorin', some gonna be low scorin'. It all depends on the teams and how they play. Sometimes they got these quarterbacks who can throw the ball a mile, and sometimes they got these runnin' backs who just plow through everyone like a tractor through a cornfield.

Now, take that Georgia Tech team. They sold out all their tickets for their bowl game, second year in a row! That tells ya somethin', don't it? Folks are excited, they wanna see their team win. And that’s what it’s all about, really. The excitement, the competition, the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.

They got all sorts of bowl games, too. Orange Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl... sounds like somethin' you'd find in a kitchen, don't it? But it's football, pure and simple. And it's a whole lotta fun to watch.

So, there ya have it, my two cents on them bowl predictions for 2023. I ain't guaranteein' nothin', mind you. But I've watched enough football to know that anything can happen. And that's why we love it, ain't it? The unpredictability, the excitement, the whole darn spectacle of it all. Now, if you'll excuse me, I gotta go get myself another glass of sweet tea and settle in for some good football.

One more thing, about that Super Bowl they’re already talkin’ about. Them 49ers, they're the favorites right now. Then they got the Chiefs, and the Bills, Eagles, and Cowboys. But that’s a whole ‘nother story for a whole ‘nother day. Right now, we gotta focus on these bowl games, see who’s gonna come out on top. It’s gonna be a wild ride, that’s for sure.