Storyline: While most predictions rely on sports logic, in this article I’ll use numerology and the psychology of the game.
It’s that time of the year for college bowl games and deciding a national champion in the College Football Playoff (CFP). Thousands of articles will be written and predictions will be made by sports pundits across the country. And while most of those predictions will rely on standard sports prediction systems, in this article I’ll use Numerology and the psychology of the game.
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When I took into consideration the teams, coaches and players, along with information on the days and other subtleties, this year’s CFP looks potentially to be one of the most exciting and unexpected since the format began. And while not overwhelmingly indicated, the numerical trend suggests upsets and other unexpected things to occur on the field.
The first team to go could well be (GASP!) Alabama. What? Hold on to your betting slips, Beauregard!
While not conclusive, my indicators suggest that a numerical edge goes to the Washington Huskies. My prediction is that UW will beat the spread for sure. The underdog psychology also is slightly in favor of the Dogs, largely because everyone is saying the Tide will readily wash away the Dogs.
Alabama players will look at how both teams played against a common opponent, USC, and figure the game is a piece of cake. After all, ‘Bama is being described by some national writers as the best college football team ever. That’s pretty heady stuff. It’s the kind of hype that can turn pride into arrogance and lethal play into lethargy. Will a coach with a big ego be able to temper this potential trap?
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Chris Petersen, on the other hand, is known for his ability to prepare a team, and he does a good job of keeping himself out of the spotlight. If the Dogs play within themselves and with the containment that Peterson fosters, then this could be a long and embarrassing game for the Tide. The “numbers” weigh slightly in favor of the kids from Montlake.
In the other game, the odds favore Ohio State. The Buckeyes are a slight favorite based on the indicators I use. This one is a tough call, though, and I would probably stay away from betting. However, I will stick my numerological neck out and pick the Urbane Mr. Meyer to do his job.
Clemson, on the other hand, has run on luck too many times this season. The Tigers have pulled off games in which they were noticeably outperformed. My indicators say their luck runs out this time.
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Assuming that the above picks hold true, that would put the Buckeyes and the Dogs in Final. With no real numerical strength indicated for either team on that day, a favorite is left up in the numerological air, so to speak. That leaves the pick more to psychology and guesswork.
The win over Alabama could well land Washington as the favorite in this game. But circumstances also suggest that the team could be emotionally drained from the high of beating the Tide. Chris Petersen emphasizes a levelness in attitude with his teams, but it may be difficult to accomplish after such a momentous win.
Urban Meyer has the advantage of having been in this situation before and, with that, should have his troops well prepared.
But, even with that said, I’m going to yield to personal bias and go with the Huskies. If it doesn’t happen for UW this year, then watch out for the next two!
