Thursday, January 31, 2013
Great Quote Thursday
Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little- Edmund Burke
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Monday, January 21, 2013
31 Things to Pray for Your Children (21-31)
My Pastor, Hollie Miller, recently shared a list of thirty-one things that parents can pray for their children. With many months having 31 days, this is a great list from which to pray one item per day.
Here are items 21-31 (Items #1-10 were posted on January 1 and #11-20 on January 11).
21. A Desire for Wisdom and Knowledge- Proverbs 2:1-6
22. A Hunger for God- Psalm 42:1
23. To Know God's Will in Vocation- Ephesians 5:17
24. Tender Hearts- John 11:35
25. Protection from Discouragement- 2 Timothy 1:7
26. Friends Who Will Encourage Them in Christ- Proverbs 27:17
27. Protection from False Teaching- Colossians 2:8
28. To Learn Contentment- Philippians 4:11
29. Courage to Stand Alone- 2 Timothy 4:16,17
30. To Never Look Down on Others- Proverbs 16:18
31. To Be Quick to Confess Their Sins- I John 1:9
Here are items 21-31 (Items #1-10 were posted on January 1 and #11-20 on January 11).
21. A Desire for Wisdom and Knowledge- Proverbs 2:1-6
22. A Hunger for God- Psalm 42:1
23. To Know God's Will in Vocation- Ephesians 5:17
24. Tender Hearts- John 11:35
25. Protection from Discouragement- 2 Timothy 1:7
26. Friends Who Will Encourage Them in Christ- Proverbs 27:17
27. Protection from False Teaching- Colossians 2:8
28. To Learn Contentment- Philippians 4:11
29. Courage to Stand Alone- 2 Timothy 4:16,17
30. To Never Look Down on Others- Proverbs 16:18
31. To Be Quick to Confess Their Sins- I John 1:9
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Predictions for Today's NFL Conference Championship Games
NFC Championship Game
San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons
Parker's pick: San Francisco 49ers
My pick: San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have an outstanding defense and an offense that is, at times, outstanding. Take, for example, last weekend against the Green Bay Packers as Colin Kaepernick shredded the Pack D for several long runs when his receivers were covered. The 49er offense features a diverse combination of run/pass that prevents an opponent from focusing on one specific area.
The Falcons play well at home. Matt Ryan stepped up in a huge way last weekend against the Seattle Seahawks, leading the Falcons down the field for a successful last second, game winning field goal attempt. The Falcons defense will likely make in-game adjustments that the Packers did not make last week. Having home field advantage in the Georgia Dome could play a huge advantage in the outcome of this game.
AFC Championship Game
Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots
Parker's pick: New England Patriots
My pick: New England Patriots
The Ravens want to redeem themselves after being in this same position last post-season (losing to the Patriots on a last-second field goal miss in the AFC Championship Game). Will Joe Flacco step again this Sunday? Can the Ravens defense hold down the Patriots multiple receiver sets?
The Patriots always seem unstoppable on offense, until they're not (think last year's Super Bowl). Just when New England seems invincible and on an amazing run, they play a clunker of a game and lose when they shouldn't. Injuries to Gronkowski and Woodhead will either harm the Pats chances in the game or simply open the door for someone else to become a star. The Patriots defense, though improved, can be suspect.
San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons
Parker's pick: San Francisco 49ers
My pick: San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have an outstanding defense and an offense that is, at times, outstanding. Take, for example, last weekend against the Green Bay Packers as Colin Kaepernick shredded the Pack D for several long runs when his receivers were covered. The 49er offense features a diverse combination of run/pass that prevents an opponent from focusing on one specific area.
The Falcons play well at home. Matt Ryan stepped up in a huge way last weekend against the Seattle Seahawks, leading the Falcons down the field for a successful last second, game winning field goal attempt. The Falcons defense will likely make in-game adjustments that the Packers did not make last week. Having home field advantage in the Georgia Dome could play a huge advantage in the outcome of this game.
AFC Championship Game
Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots
Parker's pick: New England Patriots
My pick: New England Patriots
The Ravens want to redeem themselves after being in this same position last post-season (losing to the Patriots on a last-second field goal miss in the AFC Championship Game). Will Joe Flacco step again this Sunday? Can the Ravens defense hold down the Patriots multiple receiver sets?
The Patriots always seem unstoppable on offense, until they're not (think last year's Super Bowl). Just when New England seems invincible and on an amazing run, they play a clunker of a game and lose when they shouldn't. Injuries to Gronkowski and Woodhead will either harm the Pats chances in the game or simply open the door for someone else to become a star. The Patriots defense, though improved, can be suspect.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Great Quote Thursday
The best way to train up your children...set the example- Dicky Thomas (a Sevier Heights deacon and mentor while sharing with a young married couples group)
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Predictions for Today's NFL Playoff Games
AFC
Houston Texans (3rd Seed) at New England Patriots (2nd Seed)
Parker's pick: Houston Texans
My pick: New England Patriots
Houston stumbled down the stretch but Matt Schaub was able to win his first playoff game last week. The Texans will need to establish Arian Foster early and often in this game. Their defense must improve and WR Andre Johnson needs a big game to avoid a repeat of the regular season matchup between these teams.
New England continues an unbelievable run of winning at least 10 games in a season. The receivers may change but Tom Brady is still critical to the success of the Patriots pass happy offense. The Pats defense is improved over last year.
NFC
Seattle Seahawks (5th Seed) vs. Atlanta Falcons (1st Seed)
Parker's pick: Seattle Seahawks
My pick: Seattle Seahawks
Playing against a schedule of weaker competition, many continue to expect the Falcons to fade. They played well enough though to secure the top seed in the NFC. Matt Ryan needs to win a playoff game to secure a spot as an elite NFL quarterback. A large dose of RB Michael Turner would help extend the career of hall-of-famer-to-be TE Tony Gonzalez.
The Seahawks have traveled cross-country and back on successive weekends; their coordinators are interviewing for NFL head coaching vacancies; and their top pass rusher is out of this game. But they still have the surprising rookie QB Russell Wilson, the pounding running of Marshawn Lynch, and a defense that shuts down and punishes teams.
Houston Texans (3rd Seed) at New England Patriots (2nd Seed)
Parker's pick: Houston Texans
My pick: New England Patriots
Houston stumbled down the stretch but Matt Schaub was able to win his first playoff game last week. The Texans will need to establish Arian Foster early and often in this game. Their defense must improve and WR Andre Johnson needs a big game to avoid a repeat of the regular season matchup between these teams.
New England continues an unbelievable run of winning at least 10 games in a season. The receivers may change but Tom Brady is still critical to the success of the Patriots pass happy offense. The Pats defense is improved over last year.
NFC
Seattle Seahawks (5th Seed) vs. Atlanta Falcons (1st Seed)
Parker's pick: Seattle Seahawks
My pick: Seattle Seahawks
Playing against a schedule of weaker competition, many continue to expect the Falcons to fade. They played well enough though to secure the top seed in the NFC. Matt Ryan needs to win a playoff game to secure a spot as an elite NFL quarterback. A large dose of RB Michael Turner would help extend the career of hall-of-famer-to-be TE Tony Gonzalez.
The Seahawks have traveled cross-country and back on successive weekends; their coordinators are interviewing for NFL head coaching vacancies; and their top pass rusher is out of this game. But they still have the surprising rookie QB Russell Wilson, the pounding running of Marshawn Lynch, and a defense that shuts down and punishes teams.
Saturday, January 12, 2013
Predictions for Today's NFL Playoff Games
AFC
Baltimore Ravens (4th Seed) at Denver Broncos (1st Seed)
Parker's pick: Denver Broncos
My pick: Denver Broncos
The Ravens want to extend Ray Lewis' Hall of Fame career for at least one more game. And they are getting healthier as a team the longer their season goes on.They sometimes struggle to score points however. QB Joe Flacco has been good but not great throughout his career. A large dose of Ray Rice rushes is likely at the top of Baltimore's play-call list.
The Broncos have exceeded expectations this season. An improved defense and a season-long healthy Peyton Manning have led to the Broncos having home field advantage throughout the AFC Playoffs. On an 11-game win streak, and at home, the Broncos are favored in today's game.
NFC
Green Bay Packers (3rd Seed) at San Francisco 49ers (2nd Seed)
Parker's pick: Green Bay Packers
My pick: Green Bay Packers
If you think the Packers are possible Super Bowl winners, you have to pick them to get to the big game. But this is a difficult matchup for them. The Packers however are getting several players back from injury at just the right time (Woodson, Nelson, Cobb). QB Aaron Rodgers has been on fire in recent weeks.
Will Colin Kaepernick shine or fade in his first playoff start? The 49er defense has been outstanding but has struggled at times against good offenses. San Francisco needs to get Frank Gore involved in this game. Home field for this game could have a significant impact on the outcome of what should be an exciting matchup.
Baltimore Ravens (4th Seed) at Denver Broncos (1st Seed)
Parker's pick: Denver Broncos
My pick: Denver Broncos
The Ravens want to extend Ray Lewis' Hall of Fame career for at least one more game. And they are getting healthier as a team the longer their season goes on.They sometimes struggle to score points however. QB Joe Flacco has been good but not great throughout his career. A large dose of Ray Rice rushes is likely at the top of Baltimore's play-call list.
The Broncos have exceeded expectations this season. An improved defense and a season-long healthy Peyton Manning have led to the Broncos having home field advantage throughout the AFC Playoffs. On an 11-game win streak, and at home, the Broncos are favored in today's game.
NFC
Green Bay Packers (3rd Seed) at San Francisco 49ers (2nd Seed)
Parker's pick: Green Bay Packers
My pick: Green Bay Packers
If you think the Packers are possible Super Bowl winners, you have to pick them to get to the big game. But this is a difficult matchup for them. The Packers however are getting several players back from injury at just the right time (Woodson, Nelson, Cobb). QB Aaron Rodgers has been on fire in recent weeks.
Will Colin Kaepernick shine or fade in his first playoff start? The 49er defense has been outstanding but has struggled at times against good offenses. San Francisco needs to get Frank Gore involved in this game. Home field for this game could have a significant impact on the outcome of what should be an exciting matchup.
Friday, January 11, 2013
31 Things to Pray for Your Children (11-20)
My Pastor, Hollie Miller, recently shared a list of thirty-one things that parents can pray for their children. With many months having 31 days, this is a great list from which to pray one item per day.
Here are items 11-20 on the list (Items #1-10 were posted on January 1 and #21-31 on will be posted on January 21).
11. A Godly, Happy Marriage- Genesis 2:24
12. To Learn to Work Hard- Proverbs 14:23
13. To Sleep Well- Psalm 3:5
14. To Learn to Share the Gospel- Mark 5:19,20
15. To Glory in the Cross- Galatians 6:14
16. A Heart of Praise and Thanksgiving- Psalm 107:1
17. To Learn to Resist the Devil- James 4:7
18. To Learn to Resist Peer Pressure- Proverbs 1:10
19. To Live in Integrity- Proverbs 10:9
20. Love for the Unsaved- Matthew 9:36
Here are items 11-20 on the list (Items #1-10 were posted on January 1 and #21-31 on will be posted on January 21).
11. A Godly, Happy Marriage- Genesis 2:24
12. To Learn to Work Hard- Proverbs 14:23
13. To Sleep Well- Psalm 3:5
14. To Learn to Share the Gospel- Mark 5:19,20
15. To Glory in the Cross- Galatians 6:14
16. A Heart of Praise and Thanksgiving- Psalm 107:1
17. To Learn to Resist the Devil- James 4:7
18. To Learn to Resist Peer Pressure- Proverbs 1:10
19. To Live in Integrity- Proverbs 10:9
20. Love for the Unsaved- Matthew 9:36
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Great Quote Thursday
The highest mental health is not liking myself but being joyfully interested in anything but myself- John Piper
Monday, January 7, 2013
Bowl Prediction: BCS Title Game
BCS Title Game
Alabama (12-1) vs. Notre Dame (12-0)
Parker's pick: Alabama
My pick: Alabama
Alabama's ground game and strong defense should be enough to allow Nick Saban to once again raise the crystal football.
Alabama (12-1) vs. Notre Dame (12-0)
Parker's pick: Alabama
My pick: Alabama
Alabama's ground game and strong defense should be enough to allow Nick Saban to once again raise the crystal football.
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Bowl Prediction: GoDaddy.com Bowl
GoDaddy.com Bowl
Kent State (11-2) vs. Arkansas State (9-3)
Parker's pick: Arkansas State
My pick: Arkansas State
Kent State's weakness in the passing game, both on offense and defense, should be the difference in this game.
Kent State (11-2) vs. Arkansas State (9-3)
Parker's pick: Arkansas State
My pick: Arkansas State
Kent State's weakness in the passing game, both on offense and defense, should be the difference in this game.
Predictions for Today's NFL Wildcard Games
AFC
(5th Seed) Indianapolis Colts vs. (4th Seed) Baltimore Ravens
Parker's pick: Ravens
My pick: Ravens
The Colts have surprised to be here. Maybe amazed is a better word. After letting Peyton Manning go, they turned the offense over to overall top draft pick QB Andrew Luck. Luck and an improved defense have helped the Colts through the extended absence of Head Coach Chuck Pagano as he has battled leukemia. The Ravens are playing for respect. Ray Lewis is retiring after an injury-filled season. The defense is aging and the offense often struggles to score. Home field should be an advantage.
NFC
(5th Seed) Seattle Seahawks vs. (4th Seed) Washington Redskins
Parker's pick: Redskins
My pick: Seahawks
Outstanding rookie quarterbacks. Two teams surprised at how well their seasons have gone. The Washington offense is electric. The combination of RG3 and Albert Morris is one of the best rookie pairings in the history of the NFL. The Seattle defense is impressive. The don't simply tackle, they punish. Is RG3 completely healthy? Can the Redskins defense stop Russell Wilson? Should be an exciting game.
(5th Seed) Indianapolis Colts vs. (4th Seed) Baltimore Ravens
Parker's pick: Ravens
My pick: Ravens
The Colts have surprised to be here. Maybe amazed is a better word. After letting Peyton Manning go, they turned the offense over to overall top draft pick QB Andrew Luck. Luck and an improved defense have helped the Colts through the extended absence of Head Coach Chuck Pagano as he has battled leukemia. The Ravens are playing for respect. Ray Lewis is retiring after an injury-filled season. The defense is aging and the offense often struggles to score. Home field should be an advantage.
NFC
(5th Seed) Seattle Seahawks vs. (4th Seed) Washington Redskins
Parker's pick: Redskins
My pick: Seahawks
Outstanding rookie quarterbacks. Two teams surprised at how well their seasons have gone. The Washington offense is electric. The combination of RG3 and Albert Morris is one of the best rookie pairings in the history of the NFL. The Seattle defense is impressive. The don't simply tackle, they punish. Is RG3 completely healthy? Can the Redskins defense stop Russell Wilson? Should be an exciting game.
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Predictions for Today's NFL Wildcard Games
AFC
(6th seed) Cincinnati Bengals at (3rd seed) Houston Texans
Parker's pick: Bengals
My pick: Texans
Houston struggled down the stretch, losing home field advantage in the playoffs during the final weeks of the regular season. Matt Schaub and the Texans defense must both play better this weekend than they have recently. The Bengals continue to improve as a team and get the opportunity to meet the Texans in the wildcard round of the playoffs for the second year in a row. Cincinnati, with injuries in the backfield, must have enough of a run game to keep from becoming one-dimensional.
NFC
(6th seed) Minnesota Vikings at (3rd seed) Green Bay Packers
Parker's pick: Packers
My pick: Packers
Adrian Peterson=amazing. After suffering a devastating knee injury at the end of last season, he fell just short of setting the NFL single season rushing record this year. As a result, the Vikings have surprised their opponents this season. The Packers are finally getting back to having a healthy roster. With all their weapons in place, the Pack is usually dominant.
(6th seed) Cincinnati Bengals at (3rd seed) Houston Texans
Parker's pick: Bengals
My pick: Texans
Houston struggled down the stretch, losing home field advantage in the playoffs during the final weeks of the regular season. Matt Schaub and the Texans defense must both play better this weekend than they have recently. The Bengals continue to improve as a team and get the opportunity to meet the Texans in the wildcard round of the playoffs for the second year in a row. Cincinnati, with injuries in the backfield, must have enough of a run game to keep from becoming one-dimensional.
NFC
(6th seed) Minnesota Vikings at (3rd seed) Green Bay Packers
Parker's pick: Packers
My pick: Packers
Adrian Peterson=amazing. After suffering a devastating knee injury at the end of last season, he fell just short of setting the NFL single season rushing record this year. As a result, the Vikings have surprised their opponents this season. The Packers are finally getting back to having a healthy roster. With all their weapons in place, the Pack is usually dominant.
Bowl Prediction: BBVA Compass Bowl
BBVA Compass Bowl
Pittsburgh (6-6) vs. Ole Miss (6-6)
Parker's pick: Pittsburgh
My pick: Ole Miss
Pitt started the season by losing two games and then winning two games and continued that pattern throughout the season to finish at .500. You might say the Panthers are erratic; you never know what to expect. Parker thinks the Pitt defense is key to this game. Ole Miss finished at 6-6 but lost to all the powerhouse teams you'd expect them to lose to. However, the Rebels seem to be an improving program under first-year coach Hugh Freeze.
Pittsburgh (6-6) vs. Ole Miss (6-6)
Parker's pick: Pittsburgh
My pick: Ole Miss
Pitt started the season by losing two games and then winning two games and continued that pattern throughout the season to finish at .500. You might say the Panthers are erratic; you never know what to expect. Parker thinks the Pitt defense is key to this game. Ole Miss finished at 6-6 but lost to all the powerhouse teams you'd expect them to lose to. However, the Rebels seem to be an improving program under first-year coach Hugh Freeze.
Friday, January 4, 2013
Fun on Friday- More Parkerisms and Turnerisms
Raising two sons, 8 and 5, means we have lots of fun conversations in our home. Here are some more:
Turner: Oooo, meat juice.
Me: Do you mean the au jus?
Parker, in a fan letter he is writing to Washington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III (RG3):
...I think you are the best player right now. My Dad and I have a fantasy team and our quarterback was Tom Brady. I have been trying to convince my Dad to draft you as our starting quarterback....
When Parker and Turner received their own individual Christmas cards in the mail from Nana and Papaw:
Turner to Parker: Why'd you get one with a puppy dog on it and I just got one with Jesus on it?
Turner: Oooo, meat juice.
Me: Do you mean the au jus?
Parker, in a fan letter he is writing to Washington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III (RG3):
...I think you are the best player right now. My Dad and I have a fantasy team and our quarterback was Tom Brady. I have been trying to convince my Dad to draft you as our starting quarterback....
When Parker and Turner received their own individual Christmas cards in the mail from Nana and Papaw:
Turner to Parker: Why'd you get one with a puppy dog on it and I just got one with Jesus on it?
Bowl Prediction: Cotton Bowl
Cotton Bowl
Texas A&M (10-2) vs. Oklahoma (10-2)
Parker's pick: Oklahoma
My pick: Texas A&M
This should be great game between former Big 12 rivals. The outcome is a statistical toss-up. Texas A&M beat Alabama in Alabama; that's good enough for me.
Texas A&M (10-2) vs. Oklahoma (10-2)
Parker's pick: Oklahoma
My pick: Texas A&M
This should be great game between former Big 12 rivals. The outcome is a statistical toss-up. Texas A&M beat Alabama in Alabama; that's good enough for me.
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Bowl Prediction: Fiesta Bowl
Fiesta Bowl
Oregon (11-1) vs. Kansas State (11-1)
Parker's pick: Oregon
My pick: Oregon
The revitalization project that Coach Bill Snyder has led at Kansas State is nothing short of amazing but the speed of the Oregon Ducks should make the difference in this game. It will be interesting to see if the rumors of Oregon Coach Chip Kelly having interest in possible NFL head coach openings has any effect of the outcome of this game. Outside of the National Championship game, this game is the highlight of the bowl season.
Oregon (11-1) vs. Kansas State (11-1)
Parker's pick: Oregon
My pick: Oregon
The revitalization project that Coach Bill Snyder has led at Kansas State is nothing short of amazing but the speed of the Oregon Ducks should make the difference in this game. It will be interesting to see if the rumors of Oregon Coach Chip Kelly having interest in possible NFL head coach openings has any effect of the outcome of this game. Outside of the National Championship game, this game is the highlight of the bowl season.
Great Quote Thursday
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.- The Once-ler in The Lorax (Dr. Seuss)
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Bowl Prediction: Sugar Bowl
Sugar Bowl
Florida (11-1) vs. Louisville (10-2)
Parker's pick: Florida
My pick: Florida
Louisville was headed toward an undefeated season until it was tripped us twice at the end of the year by lesser opponents. Charlie Strong, however, is building a solid program in the Bluegrass State.
Florida has surprised all season with only an 8-point loss to Georgia keeping it from an SEC championship game appearance that may have provided this very hot team with the opportunity to play Notre Dame for a national championship. In preseason, few expected the Gators to be this successful, and while disappointed to not be playing in a BCS championship game, Florida should be sufficiently motivated to take down Louisville.
Florida (11-1) vs. Louisville (10-2)
Parker's pick: Florida
My pick: Florida
Louisville was headed toward an undefeated season until it was tripped us twice at the end of the year by lesser opponents. Charlie Strong, however, is building a solid program in the Bluegrass State.
Florida has surprised all season with only an 8-point loss to Georgia keeping it from an SEC championship game appearance that may have provided this very hot team with the opportunity to play Notre Dame for a national championship. In preseason, few expected the Gators to be this successful, and while disappointed to not be playing in a BCS championship game, Florida should be sufficiently motivated to take down Louisville.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
31 Things to Pray for Your Children (1-10)
My Pastor, Hollie Miller, recently shared a list of thirty-one things that parents can pray for their children. With many months having 31 days, this is a great list from which to pray one item per day.
As we begin 2013, here are the first 10. The rest will follow in upcoming posts (#11-20 on January 11 and #21-31 on January 21).
1. Salvation- Acts 16:31
2. The Assurance of Salvation- I John 5:13
3. To Love and Obey Their Parents- Exodus 20:12
4. To Learn to Walk in the Holy Spirit- Galatians 5:16
5. Love for God's Word- Psalm 119:72
6. To Learn to Pray- Luke 11:1
7. Love for the Church- Hebrews 10:24,25
8. Faithfulness in Tithes and Offerings- Malachi 3:10
9. Sexual Purity- I Thessalonians 4:3
10. Salvation of Future Spouse- Matthew 7:7,8
As we begin 2013, here are the first 10. The rest will follow in upcoming posts (#11-20 on January 11 and #21-31 on January 21).
1. Salvation- Acts 16:31
2. The Assurance of Salvation- I John 5:13
3. To Love and Obey Their Parents- Exodus 20:12
4. To Learn to Walk in the Holy Spirit- Galatians 5:16
5. Love for God's Word- Psalm 119:72
6. To Learn to Pray- Luke 11:1
7. Love for the Church- Hebrews 10:24,25
8. Faithfulness in Tithes and Offerings- Malachi 3:10
9. Sexual Purity- I Thessalonians 4:3
10. Salvation of Future Spouse- Matthew 7:7,8
6 Bowl Predictions for New Years Day
Though I started with 6 straight correct picks, Parker has gotten the last 6 correct. As we transition to 2013 with our bowl selections, Parker (14-9) leads me (13-10) by one game. He also would be leading the CBSSports.com panel were he on it.
Gator
Mississippi State (8-4) vs. Northwestern (9-3)
Parker's pick: Mississippi State
My pick: Northwestern
Parker's says Mississippi State's passing game is the key. I think Northwestern's running game is key.
Heart of Dallas
Purdue (6-6) vs. Oklahoma State (7-5)
Parker's pick: Oklahoma State
My pick: Oklahoma State
The Cowboys should have more than enough offense. We're thinking possible blowout.
Outback
South Carolina (10-2) vs. Michigan (8-4)
Parker's pick: Michigan
My pick: South Carolina
Parker thinks Michigan's pass defense will make an impact. I think South Carolina's defense is the key.
Capital One
Georgia (11-2) vs. Nebraska (10-3)
Parker's pick: Nebraska
My pick: Georgia
Again, Parker picks Nebraska based on defense. Georgia's played well all season in the powerful SEC.
Rose
Stanford (11-2) vs. Wisconsin (8-5)
Parker's pick: Stanford
My pick: Stanford
The Cardinal don't have the greatest looking team statistics but they simply win games.
Orange
Florida State (11-2) vs. Northern Illinois (12-1)
Parker's pick: Florida State
My pick: Florida State
Too much Seminoles. Northern Illinois is 12-1 but there are better teams playing in non-BCS bowls.
Gator
Mississippi State (8-4) vs. Northwestern (9-3)
Parker's pick: Mississippi State
My pick: Northwestern
Parker's says Mississippi State's passing game is the key. I think Northwestern's running game is key.
Heart of Dallas
Purdue (6-6) vs. Oklahoma State (7-5)
Parker's pick: Oklahoma State
My pick: Oklahoma State
The Cowboys should have more than enough offense. We're thinking possible blowout.
Outback
South Carolina (10-2) vs. Michigan (8-4)
Parker's pick: Michigan
My pick: South Carolina
Parker thinks Michigan's pass defense will make an impact. I think South Carolina's defense is the key.
Capital One
Georgia (11-2) vs. Nebraska (10-3)
Parker's pick: Nebraska
My pick: Georgia
Again, Parker picks Nebraska based on defense. Georgia's played well all season in the powerful SEC.
Rose
Stanford (11-2) vs. Wisconsin (8-5)
Parker's pick: Stanford
My pick: Stanford
The Cardinal don't have the greatest looking team statistics but they simply win games.
Orange
Florida State (11-2) vs. Northern Illinois (12-1)
Parker's pick: Florida State
My pick: Florida State
Too much Seminoles. Northern Illinois is 12-1 but there are better teams playing in non-BCS bowls.
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