Congratulations to Joey (a.k.a. Shaw) for the closest prediction last week of 48-13. His quote: “Not a chance. Saban completely outwits Petrino.” A impressively close score prediction, Joey. Although I would argue that the coach with better talent always seems to “outwit” the other coach. (The Ole Miss coach is, of course, the exception that proves the rule.)
As for the RazorBloggers, we have our own little mini-contest going under the same rules. The only difference is that there’s no RBN t-shirt from Carpenter Clothing Co. on the line each week. (Hmmm…maybe we could come up with another prize for our mini-contest. Trip to Hawaii?) After three games, it’s TipsterHog 2, Sunshine 1, and HogBaller and HogBlogger tied at 0.
So here we go:
Walking on Sunshine: The best thing for this young bunch might be to get out on the road and bond together as a team. Texas slopped around for a quarter and a half before drubbing Rice last week. Their pass defense is suspect (103rd nationally), but Rice couldn’t take advantage…Arkansas will. Although Texas will probably not be completely caught off guard, the contrarian in me smells a bounceback this week. Texas 38, Arkansas 26.
HogBaller: The Hogs need to put together a complete game in order to have a chance. Petrino and staff will have them ready and these young Razorbacks will play up to their opponent. Texas gets caught overlooking the Hogs and loses a close one at home. Arkansas 31, Texas 28.
HogBlogger: The Hogs can’t match up with Texas at home. Texas 35, Arkansas 17.
TipsterHog: The 2003 game in Austin was awesome. I know a Hog fan who attended who says it was one of the best days of his life! Unfortunately, the outcome of this Saturday’s contest will only make us want to remember that game even more. Texas 42, Arkansas 17.
Leave a comment with your name, e-mail address and pick. And feel free to add your own take like “Mack truck steamrolls over Boss Hog’s Harley” or “Petrino cures the sick. Hogs roll.”
Updated 9/25/08 1:45 p.m.
Logic tells me to pick the 'horns, but I just can't do it! Wilson connects with Adams in the final seconds.
HOGS: 34
'HORNS: 28
The Natural State: 17
A Whole 'Nother Country: 38
No chance, sorry. we get hooked!
Can't pick the Horns, I just can't do it.
Casey has the game of his life but someone has to put the ball in the endzone. We find out who. Arkansas in a squeaker 37-35
jeez, this is going to be bad. if C. Dick looked that bad at home against Alabama, how's he going to look on the road for his first road test as a real quarterback (not a bus driver) in Royal Stadium? Awful, that's how he'll look.
Plus, Mack remembers what we did on their field last time and won't allow it to happen again.
Texas 56
Hogs 10
Continuing the trend of "learning" to play… Hogs lose 59-18.
Hogs 39
Horns 0
I can't pick the Horns and I figure if I'm going down, I'm going down in flames….
Arkansas plays a much better game offensively. Muschamp rips his shirt off after one of the few UT defensive stands.
In the end, Texas O is too much for our D.
Texas – 49
Arkansas – 35
Horns Hang 50 on the Hogs
Horns 53
Hogs 26
Another game we'll have to show some patients, but will still see some improvement. I think we'll hold it together a little better against Texas, but still take another beat-down on the road. Horns 38 – Hogs 13.
HogBlogger: Prediction coming soon.
Why are you always running late? Feeling out the others? Waiting to see if there are any last minute changes? Coming… give us your best shot!
You guys have been smoking crack with your predictions all season. Quit playing the optimist card and analyze the game objectively. The Horns are going to rip us apart. Casey Dick is still at the helm.
Arkansas 27
Texas 24
No particular reason——–emotion rules!
Whoa-
Hogs 58
Texas 56
5 Ot Thriller
UT 45
Ark 17
No way we come close.
Hogs continue down the gauntlet and lose big to Texas:
Hogs – 14
UT – 52
Hogs won't gift grap 21 points to the opposition again will they? I don't think they will.
UT-Austin 33 Hogs 20
Better ball control, no pic 6s, No running into kicker = closer game
Horns 35
Hogs 24
Hogs 16
Horns 30
W reminds you again: Don't mess with Texas.
It pains me to say it, but…
Hogs 20
Horns 51
One of my good friends went to UT, here is hoping he still doesn't eat pork. Horns 21-Hogs 17, I think we weill keep it close. Does anyone think Petrino would pull Casey if he starts connecting with the UT secondary?
Having already kept pace with one T-shirt per year allows me to pick with my heart and not my head. . .
Hogs 42
Horns 35
Any chance of Ike returning this weekend?
Hogs 17
Longhorns 52
I hate the Longhorns as much as the next guy, but I don't see how anyone can pick the Hogs in this one, its not gonna be pretty….
Longhorns 45
Hogs 7
This is a game where we need a coach who understands the importance of the rivalry to the FANS, i.e. it's not just another game against a tough opponent – it's The GAME. Petrino probably doesn't understand that yet. As a consequence, neither will the players.
UT 63
UA 14
Hogs are going to show a lot of progress but still come up short
Horns: 31
Hogs: 23
The Darrell Royals: 58
The Frank Broyles: 25
Shades of the 1970s when the Darrells kicked our butts on a frequent basis. The Franks just don't have the talent to stick with the Darrells. Maybe some day, but not now.
Hogs: 14
Whorns: 38
We don't give them any free TD's but they won't need them. After the game, we get ready for "Mr. Wilson" as Casey has another bad day.
Special teams play well. The defense is still weak and Texa$$ could score more if needed.
After watching Oregon State knock of USC last night I became encouraged. Although the beavers were at home, this might be the one game we can win within this incredible 4 game stretch. The Texas kids on our squad will be pumped. Casey is actually coming to his home state so he plays well. Hogs in a shocker!!!!!!!!!!!!
Arkansas 31
Texas 30
Horns 44
Hogs 17
Better than last week, but we've got a long way to go.
Hogs: 24
Horns: 41
A very bizarre game unfolds, leaving the hogs stranded, while giving false hope to us all.
Hogs: 7
Horns: 10
Longhorns secondary said to have trouble stopping the pass against some weaker opponents so far this week. Let's hope that trend continues. A few points would make us feel better about how many we give up. I think it's a bunch…
Horns 49
Hogs 27
Dick does the trick in his home state.
Defense is inspired by D Coord qoutes from Replacements.
Hogs 35
Tejas 31
Hogs start fast for once and hang on for dear life.
Casey Cooters 27, Colt Pistols 24
Hogs 27pt Dog… they will have to prove they can be competitive against legit competition, which they are yet to do.
Seems most have overlooked the key fact… this is the first actual road game for these young piglets.
Could get ugly, although it's not clear how good Texas is. If I'm Coach Brown, I'm gonna hammer you so you don't get any kids from Texas.
Good news for the Hogs… after this game is over, you are one game closer to having this disastrous season overwith.
Texas 52 Arkansas 17
It's gonna be UGGG-ly.
Teasips 52
Hogs 13
Texas 59
Arkansas 23
Is there any way that the A-State Red Wolves can show up and make the game interesting?
Not Arkansas 27
Not Ready To Be Called Arkansas 17
The team is still working the bugs out of the new system.
ark: 17
tex: 31
hogs come out strong but sickening mistakes take us down.
Horns 56
Hogs 6
Hogs Defense will show how inept they are with poor tackling and poor fundamentals.