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September 4th, 2010
Oregon State vs. TCU Preview and Free Pick
Cowboys Stadium is the backdrop for the season opener for both the Oregon State Beavers and TCU Horned Frogs. TCU comes into the season with a...read more
September 3rd, 2010
Arizona vs. Toledo Preview and Free Pick
For the 2nd time in 3 years, the Arizona Wildcats and Toledo Rockets will open up the season against each other. Back in 2008, the Wildcats completely...read more
September 2nd, 2010
Pittsburgh vs. Utah Preview and Free Pick
Pittsburgh and Utah kick off the 2010 season with the first top 25 matchup in the country. The Panthers looked as if they were going to a BCS Bowl last...read more
January 7th, 2010
BCS National Championship Game Preview and Free Pick
The mythical National Championship takes place tonight at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California between two undefeated teams. The Texas...read more
January 5th, 2010
Orange Bowl Preview and Free Pick
This year's Orange Bowl will feature a strong running game in Georgia Tech against a very good defensive Iowa team. The Hawkeyes are ranked 10th...read more
January 4th, 2010
Fiesta Bowl Preview and Pick
It's the battle of the little guys tonight in Glendale, Arizona. Boise State and TCU both feel they deserve a shot at the National Championship game. They...read more
January 1st, 2010
Sugar Bowl Preview and Pick
This contest has turned into more of whose coaching and who isn't. The Bearcats head man bolted Cincinnati for greener pastures of South Bend...read more
January 1st, 2010
Rose Bowl Preview and Pick
The big matchup in this year's Rose Bowl will be Oregon's offense against Ohio State's defense. The Buckeyes come in as one of the top defenses in...read more
December 27th, 2009
Music City Bowl Preview and Pick
This year's Music City Bowl is all about Clemson's Mr. Everything C.J. Spiller and whether or not the Kentucky defense and special teams can contain...read more
December 26th, 2009
Little Caesars Pizza Bowl Preview and Pick
Marshall looked as if they were heading to a better Bowl game than the Pizza Bowl when they started out the season 5-3, but then lost 3 of their last...read more
December 26th, 2009
Meineke Car Care Bowl Preview and Pick
After watching a lot of offense in these first few Bowl games, we could finally see some defense in today's Meineke Car Care Bowl between...read more
December 24th, 2009
Hawaii Bowl Preview and Pick
June Jones returns to Hawaii to lead his SMU Mustangs against the Nevada Wolfpack. This Christmas Eve game has the biggest point spread...read more
December 23rd, 2009
Poinsettia Bowl Preview and Pick
Despite the 8-4 record this year, California would considering their season a mild disappointment. They were supposed to contend for the Pac...read more
December 22nd, 2009
Las Vegas Bowl Bowl Preview and Pick
A couple of high flying offenses will take to the turf field of Sam Boyd Stadium for this year's Las Vegas Bowl. BYU's offense averages over 435...read more
December 20th, 2009
New Orleans Bowl Bowl Preview and Pick
This year's New Orleans Bowl pits two very equal teams in the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders and Southern Mississippi Golden...read more
December 19th, 2009
St. Petersburg Bowl Preview and Pick
This year's St. Petersburg Bowl features two teams that have had two very good second halfs of the season. Central Florida comes in winners...read more
December 19th, 2009
New Mexico Bowl Preview and Pick
The Bowl Season kicks off Saturday afternoon in Albuquerque, New Mexico with the Wyoming Cowboys facing the Fresno State Bulldogs. The...read more
December 5th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 14
After looking at the results from last week, I don’t think I’m going to be asked back for the bowl predictions this season, as my putrid 35-42-1...read more
December 3rd, 2009
Oregon State vs Oregon Preview and Pick
Not only are Oregon State and Oregon playing for bragging rights in this heated Civil War rivalry, they are playing for the right to go to the Rose...read more
November 27th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 13
Rivalry week is here and in full swing, as Texas and Texas A&M kick it all off on Thanksgiving. Since this column is a little late for that game...read more
November 21st, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 12
Pittsburgh and Stanford are celebrating this week, but for different reasons. The Panthers are currently the latest “last team in” after USC got...read more
November 19th, 2009
Colorado vs Oklahoma State Preview and Pick
Oklahoma State is quietly one of the hottest teams in the country. They've won 8 of 9 since losing their season opener against upstart Houston...read more
November 18th, 2009
Buffalo vs Miami Ohio Preview and Pick
Not a very good matchup as 3-7 Buffalo travels to 1-10 Miami Ohio for a weeknight MAC contest. Since the game is on National TV, we have to bet it...read more
November 18th, 2009
Central Michigan vs Ball State Preview and Pick
Tonight will be another chance for Central Michigan quarterback Dan LeFevour to shine on National TV. He's done it all for the Chippewas this...read more
November 13th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 11
A couple of big games this week, with now only six undefeated teams remaining at DI-A. Iowa’s loss means that the BCS is once again facing...read more
November 14th, 2009
Florida vs South Carolina Preview and Pick
Now that the Florida Gators have won the SEC East and know that they'll meet Alabama in the SEC Championship Game, how focused are they...read more
November 14th, 2009
Utah vs TCU Preview and Pick
It's not too often that you find two teams that are a combined 17-1 and ranked in the top 15 in the country playing with a point spread of almost...read more
November 14th, 2009
Iowa vs Ohio State Preview and Pick
Not only did Iowa lose their perfect season to Northwestern last week, they lose quarterback Ricky Stanzi. Iowa has been living on the edge all...read more
November 13th, 2009
West Virginia vs Cincinnati Preview and Pick
It's a big game for both teams tonight as the undefeated Bearcats of Cincinnati play host to the West Virginia Mountaineers. West Virginia needs...read more
November 12th, 2009
South Florida vs Rutgers Preview and Pick
A couple of 6-2 teams take the College Football center stage tonight on ESPN. Neither South Florida or Rutgers have a shot at winning the Big...read more
November 11th, 2009
Toledo vs Central Michigan Preview and Pick
Central Michigan is the class of the MAC Conference and will host a Toledo team that has been up and down all season. The Rockets scored...read more
November 10th, 2009
Ohio vs Buffalo Preview and Pick
What a difference a year makes for the Buffalo Bulls. Last year's MAC Champions are only 3-6 this year and that includes a win over FCS...read more
November 7th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 10
A two-pronged rant this week. First, and briefly, I am no longer a fan of any of the four “underdog” undefeated teams – Iowa, TCU,...read more
November 7th, 2009
Ohio State vs Penn State Preview and Pick
This is a pivotal game that will go a long way to determine the eventual Big Ten Champion. If Penn State wins, Iowa is almost assured the...read more
November 7th, 2009
LSU vs Alabama Preview and Pick
A monster game this Saturday in Tuscaloosa as LSU and Alabama battle for the SEC West title and the right to play Florida in the SEC...read more
November 7th, 2009
Navy vs Notre Dame Preview and Pick
Now that it looks like Notre Dame QB Jimmy Claussen will start for the Irish on Saturday, we now have a better idea on how this game will...read more
November 6th, 2009
Boise State vs Louisiana Tech Preview and Pick
The BCS Buster darlings are at it again this year. The Broncos are a perfect 8-0 this year and look to have another easy road to perfection. Is...read more
November 5th, 2009
Miami Ohio vs Temple Preview and Pick
The Redhawks finally got their first win of the year last week in a 31-24 win over Toledo. Miami Ohio has been playing better recently as they...read more
November 3rd, 2009
Bowling Green @ Buffalo Preview and Pick
These two high scoring teams meet tonight in Buffalo with the loser all but being eliminated from Bowl consideration. Bowling Green's high...read more
October 31st, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 9
This college football season continues to confound me. Every week, at least one team that is supposed to be a dominant team capable...read more
October 24th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 8
The list of teams with a chance at a national title continues to dwindle as the season rolls along. Say goodbye to Virginia Tech, Oklahoma...read more
October 16th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 7
Four more unbeatens bit the dust last week, opening the door even wider for one-loss teams like Virginia Tech, Oregon, Southern Cal,...read more
October 9th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 6
So this whole “line” thing is turning out to be more difficult than I expected. But never fear, we’re not even halfway through the season so...read more
October 3rd, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 5
After a fairly tumultuous week of college football, the teams are right back onto the field for another round, and this time a number of...read more
October 2nd, 2009
Pittsburgh Panthers at Louisville Cardinals Preview and Pick
This is the Big East opener for both teams. The Cardinals have owned Pitt this decade, winning 7 straight until last year's 41-7 thrashing by...read more
September 26th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 4
I elected not to include Thursday night’s South Carolina–Mississippi game in this week’s column, mostly because I wasn’t going to get the...read more
September 25th, 2009
Missouri Tigers at Nevada Wolf Pack Preview and Pick
Two teams going in opposite directions meet Friday in Reno. The Missouri Tigers have been better than advertised and look to finish their...read more
September 11th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 3
Much of the criticism this week has centered on two coaches from my neck of the woods – the beautiful Midwest. First, Charlie Weis once again...read more
September 10th, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 2
While the NFL finally begins this week, there’s already one week in the books for the college teams, and already the BCS picture has shifted...read more
September 3rd, 2009
College Football Preview and Picks - Week 1
In what will be a weekly event here on the UltimateCapper.com, we’re going to take a look at the top five college football games in a given week...read more
September 3rd, 2009
2009 College Football Preview
The 2009 college football season begins Thursday, and with that in mind here we go with a preview. Florida is looking to become the first team...read more
October 7th, 2008
College Football Feel Good Story
Vanderbilt. If you read this column often, you know that one of my preseason win future recommendations was to play Vandy under three wins. Six...read more
September 16th, 2008
Scoreboard!! The Mountain West Throws 4-0 Shutout At Pac-10
In Week I, we got all over the ACC’s case for their less than stellar results against less than stellar opposition. While USC was rolling Ohio State in...read more
September 14th, 2008
Trojans Leave No Doubt
After spanking Ohio State 35-3 on Saturday, Southern Cal left no questions as to who is the best team in college football is. After going 17-28 for...read more
September 10th, 2008
East Carolina, The New BCS Threat
Most preseason publications had the winner of the Nov 22nd BYU-Utah Mountain West showdown as the best possibility of a member outside the...read more
September 1st, 2008
It Was A Brutal Week For The ACC
Most preseason publications made 2008 a wide-open down year for the ACC. If Week I is any indication of what is to come, little did anyone know...read more
August 27th, 2008
College Football Regular Season Win Total Recommendation
Back in the day, I remember reading about former Hurricane immortals visiting practices after losses or before big games expounding on the honor...read more
August 26th, 2008
College Football Regular Season Win Total Recommendation
The Commodores have been one of the more likeable teams in college football recently. Despite swimming in the shark infested waters of the...read more
June 25, 2008
Defense is key as USC Trojans gun for BCS Title
The USC Trojans will sport one of the most-experienced defenses in College Football this season, so it’s no surprise they are the early favorite...read more
June 19, 2008
LSU Tigers in tough to repeat as BCS champs
Whether the LSU Tigers can successfully defend their national championship when the 2008 College Football season opens largely depends on...read more
June 11, 2008
Spartans need offensive help to win Big Ten
How the Michigan State Spartans fare in this coming College Football season depends greatly on how well they fill some gaping holes on offense...read more
June 5, 2008
Florida Gators ranked No. 1 in preseason preview
The Florida Gators are the No. 1-ranked College Football team heading into the 2008 NCAA season, according to Athlon Sports' preseason Top 25 rankings...read more
May 26, 2008
Favored Trojans lacking quality receivers
The USC Trojans may be the favorite to win the 2009 BCS Championship, but as the NCAA Football season draws closer, USC’s lack of premier...read more
May 15, 2008
USC early favorite to win 2009 BCS Championship
The USC Trojans are the early favorite to win the 2009 NCAA Bowl Championship Series title – and College Football betting fans can place their bets...read more
Apr 14, 2008
Penn State's offseason goes from bad to worse
Penn State’s offseason woes continued over the weekend, as linebacker Sean Lee, touted as one of the Nittany Lions’ next captains, tore a knee...read more
Mar 12, 2008
Badgers focus on Defense during off-season
After giving up more than 30 points in six games last season, the Wisconsin Badgers are focusing on improving their defense this off-season...read more
Jan 4, 2008
BCS Bowl Preview
The 2008 Allstate BCS National Championship game gets under way between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Louisiana State Tigers, at the...read more
Dec 28, 2007
Tis the season for Bowling in NCAAF
It's the holiday season and that means bowl games, bowl games and more bowl games. There are four games Saturday and Sunday, including...read more
Dec 21, 2007
Boilermakers favored in Motor City Bowl
The Purdue Boilermakers will be looking for their first bowl victory in five years when they take on the Central Michigan Chippewas in the Motor City...read more
Dec 13, 2007
BCS Bowl Preview
The 2008 Rose Bowl gets under way with the University of Southern California Trojans battling it out with the Illinois Fighting Illini at Rose Bowl Stadium...read more
Dec 12, 2007
Rose Bowl Preview
The 2008 Rose Bowl gets under way with the University of Southern California Trojans battling it out with the Illinois Fighting Illini at Rose Bowl...read more
Dec 11, 2007
Sugar Bowl Preview
The Louisiana Superdome will be rocking New Years Day when the Georgia Bulldogs go head to head with the Hawaii Warriors, to see who's crowned...read more
Dec 11, 2007
Fiesta Bowl Preview
The Oklahoma Sooners will go head to head with the West Virginia Mountaineers, at the University of Phoenix Stadium, for a chance to be named....read more
Dec 11, 2007
Orange Bowl Preview
This year's FedEx Orange Bowl Championships gets under way with the Virginia Tech Hokies taking on the Kansas Jayhawks, at Dolphin Stadium...read more
Dec 5, 2007
Sportsbook.com releases early odds for BCS Bowl games
Early odds have been released for the BCS College Football Bowl games, and four of the five matchups have a point spread of more than four points...read more
Nov 30, 2007
Vols try to tame Tigers for SEC crown
The Tennessee Volunteers face the LSU Tigers for the SEC championship at the Georgia Dome on Saturday afternoon...read more
Nov 28, 2007
Louisville closes out disappointing season against Rutgers
The defending Big East champion Louisville Cardinals were ranked among the Top 10 College Football teams in the nation at the beginning of the...read more
Aug 28, 2007
Get the latest NCAA college betting previews with a football
breakdown of all the major US Division 1 football conferences...read more
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