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by Andrew Long | October 15, 2010 · 10:40 pm

Big game for the Dawgs! On to the predictions:

Dan

Desperation is a funny thing in sports. The good teams raise their level of play in the face of desperation, while bad teams wilt. Washington’s season is on the line when they take the field against OSU. I don’t mean to overstate the meaning of one game, but the Huskies must play desperate, fiery, and make a statement. I’m tired of the excuses, even the valid ones. It’s about time UW rises to the occasion, and plays lights out at home, under the lights. I trust both offenses will play well, despite the health concerns on both teams. I think it comes down to turnovers and defense in this one, and while I don’t feel good about the Husky D, I think they will do just enough to keep the game close. I’ll be at the game for the first time this season, and after going 3-0 last year (USC, Arizona, WSU), I’m hoping my luck continues. Oregon State is a proven road team, and have played in atmospheres just as, if not more hostile than Husky Stadium. But again, desperation being the theme, I think the Huskies find a way to get it done, and keep the bowl hopes alive. Win one for Jake!
OSU-30, UW-34

Matthew

I’ve been surprised at how many people are picking the Huskies this week. I hope they’re right. I have a hard time seeing UW winning this game. The Beavers have their number, are a better team, and are getting better every week. Maybe Locker will carry the Dawgs and the defense will play their best game of the season, but I’m not getting my hopes up.
OSU 35– UW 27

Andrew

I don’t think there’s a lot in favor of the Dawgs this week. They don’t have much momentum. They have several key players injured. They’re breaking in a new offensive line that seems to have quite a few holes. And, they’re playing a team that seems to beat them up every single year. So, I see the Dawgs winning by double digits. Yes, I know that contradicts everything I’ve said but I’m just trying to keep up with a frustrating, inconsistent team. I don’t know why I think the Huskies will win. But, throughout the week I’ve had the feeling that it might happen and this week I’m going with my gut over my head. Hey, the Beavers are pretty beat up too. Dawgs win on a cold night. It’s not even going to be that close. (This is the worst prediction I’ve made in a long time).
UW-42 OSU-21

Joe

I am too optimistic for my own good. Maybe because I am a born and bred Seattle sports fan, I have adapted to handle losing by being positive and having fun with bad situations. The situation the Huskies find themselves in is a bad one, yet I feel good about their prospects against Oregon State. The way I feel about this game is the same way I felt about USC. Coming off devastating loses, the Huskies have had an uncanny ability under Sark to bounce back and play well. I expect this trend to continue. Locker will play better despite his quad injury. He won’t be puking on the sidelines. I think Sark knows he needs to run the ball more, so look for Polk and Callier to get more carries, thus helping the Dawgs win the clock/ball control battle. The Beavers are still very dangerous even without James Rodgers. Jacquizz scares the crap out of me. He’ll have a huge game. Katz has played well of late too. The Husky defense must not give up touchdowns. Hold them in the redzone and give the offense a chance. I think the Husky O will bounce back bigtime and carry the Dawgs to a win. Yup. Mr. Optimistic.
Dawgs 31 – Beavers 30

Go Huskies!

Andrew

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by Andrew Long | October 1, 2010 · 11:08 pm

Husky Predictions: USC

Matthew:
In my opinion, this is the hardest game to call on the Huskies’ schedule. I’m nowhere near ready to join the “USC is overrated” crowd, but there are clearly a lot of questions about them. Sarkisian’s claims that they’re the most talented team in the Pac-10 are accurate or very close to it. Still, they have some turmoil and a little less momentum in the program than anytime in recent memory, and when a team finally knocks them down, they might stay there a little longer than we’re used to. Can the Dawgs deliver the blow? Sure, could happen. Will they? My head says no, but I’m going to say they will. This team is bound to pull out a game sometime, and I’ll take a stab that this is the week. Call it wishful thinking.
UW 24- USC 21

Dan:
When UW upset USC last year 16-13, little did I know it would be the beginning of the end for the USC dynasty. As it turned out, USC failed to win the Pac-10, Carroll left for Seattle, and the sanctions came down hard on the Trojans. Despite the unravelling, there are two staggering numbers that cannot be ignored in this game. First, USC has won an amazing 32 consecutive home night games. Second, the Huskies have not won a road game in nearly 3 years, dating back to November, 2007. Streaks are made to be broken, and the Huskies certainly have a shot tomorrow night, but I don’t see it. USC should be able to run at will on the Huskies, which will open up the passing game for Barkley. Revenge is also on the Trojans’ minds, after what happened in Seattle last year. As for the score, I see a shootout between two offenses that are ready to get on track.
USC 42, UW 27
(I might feel more optimistic if I wasn’t currently watching Utah State handle BYU 24-7 at halftime…)

Joe:
For some reason, I like the Huskies in this game. Everything, of course, is against them. A still talented USC team, night game in the Coliseum, two weeks to chew on getting whipped by Nebraska, the nations worst special teams kick coverage, a ton of downer press for Jake Locker, etc. I think these reasons are precisely why I like the Dawgs. They should come out with fire, us against the world, chip on their shoulder attitude. I think they will channel all the negative juju of the past two weeks and turn it into a fine performance. Look for Jake Locker to bounce back, as USC has nowhere near the secondary Nebraska has. I see a big game from Kearse, and James Johnson should be back for added help. Defensively, the Dawgs must keep contain and take correct angles in tackling. It’s really not that hard. Stick to the basics and you’ll be fine. I am still worried about the special teams, but Sark has made it clear they have focused on that team quite a bit at practice. Historic road win for the Dawgs. Yes, I still believe. UW 31 – USC – 28

Andrew:
I was going to pick the Dawgs in this game. I want to pick the Huskies to win. But, can they really do it? They are outmatched at just about every position except for quarterback, and that is even closer than I ‘d like to think. USC might pound the ball for what feels like an eternity and this game will feel lost before it ever begins. Or, maybe the Huskies come out and show a decent run defense like they had in the first two games of the season. Maybe the running game will finally get going a little bit. Maybe the Jake Locker that we all expected will finally show up. The secondary could play tight defense and the receivers could get some separation. All of this could happen, but I don’t see it all happening. I hope I’m wrong but for now I’m going to pick USC in a close one. This game could be devastating if it’s a close road loss.
USC 35 – UW 31

All of the Good Guys’ are 2-1 on the year with Husky predictions. Enjoy your Saturday and thank God for college football!

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