Week 12 Picks

Last week I had a pretty solid week considering my previous disasters. Last week I went 4-2 and I was more than happy with that. This weekend could be one of the toughest weeks to pick because there is so much on the line for many teams. Penn State looks to rebound. Ohio State tries to keep a BCS bowl game in its reach while the Illini just try to make a bowl game. Then there is Minnesota trying to stop their losing streak while Wisconsin is also trying to secure a bowl bid. Also does Iowa have a let down following their huge upset of Penn State? All makes for an exciting weekend.

Ohio State at Illinois- The Buckeyes have plenty to play for this weekend. They will be seeking revenge after the Illini beat them a year ago and they still have a solid shot at a BCS bowl game. The Illini have been extremely inconsistent but they have the talent to beat anyone. They also are trying to make a bowl game. Juice Williams usually plays great in big games however, the Illini may be down after their loss last weekend to Western Michigan. I think the Buckeyes have too many weapons and the Illini defense will struggle to stop Pryor and Wells.
Ohio State 28, Illinois 17

Northwestern at Michigan- The Wildcats are already bowl eligible but they need to work to get into a better bowl game. The Wolverines on the other hand are playing for nothing but pride. They appear to have turned a corner last weekend against Minnesota where they finally played a complete game. The offense also seems to have improved as they have been much more consistent in putting points on the board. This will be Michigan's final home game and they will be looking to keep Northwestern from improving their bowl status.
Michigan 24, Northwestern 21

Indiana at Penn State- Not sure what to say about this game besides watch out Indiana. I really feel bad for them. The Nittany Lions return home after a devastating loss that destroyed their national championship hopes. Indiana has looked a little better than they did early on in the season but they just won't be able to stay in this game. Penn State will be highly motivated and look for Daryll Clark to have an explosive day after a very disappointing game against Iowa. Nittany Lions roll in this one.
Penn State 43, Indiana 21

Purdue at Iowa- Joe Tillers final away game will come in Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes will look to have a much better outing than a year ago on senior day. The Hawkeyes were able to pull off an unthinkable upset last weekend and need to make sure they don't come out flat. Iowa's defense has a history of struggling against the spread pass happy attack of Purdue. The Boilermakers on the other hand have had just a terrible season. The Hawkeyes are looking to push themselves into a New Years Day bowl game. I believe the Hawkeyes have a ton of confidence and that can mean only good things for the offense. Ricky Stanzi has to be sky high and then there is the always effective Shonn Greene. Hawkeyes win this time and send the seniors out right.
Iowa 27, Purdue 13

Minnesota at Wisconsin- The Badgers currently have a 5-5 record and are looking to make themselves bowl eligible. The Gophers on the other hand are trying to finish their season strong however, they have struggled without wideout Eric Decker that has been out with an injury. The Badgers know 7 wins will seal a bowl birth and with Cal Poly next week being pretty much a for sure win this game holds a lot of importance in where the Badgers end up come bowl season.
Wisconsin 37, Minnesota 21

Season Record: 37-18