It used to be called the worldwide leader in sports. Now they're all about the soap operas. From Mark Mangino to Bill Belichick, these guys are famous for beating a dead horse to death again and again. If you need further proof, take a look at some of the major headlines that was on ESPN this week.

Bill Belichick Gambles and Hits Snake Eyes in Patriots Loss to Colts

On Sunday night, we saw quite arguably the best game in recent memory of the NFL. In less than four minutes, the Patriots went from handing the Colts their first loss of the season to suffering the biggest setback in their franchise's history. Pats coach Bill Belichick gambled on a fourth and two, ended up being one yard short and set Peyton Manning and the Colts up with the game winning touchdown pass to Reggie Wayne on 2nd and Goal.

Since that call, ESPN has managed to decimate the legacy of Belichick and chastise him for not having enough faith in his defense, hence putting the victory in the hands of a man who has proven to be a tough as nails quarterback that has three Super Bowl rings and can win under pressure. So if Belichick made the call and the Patriots got the first down, he would be a hero. But since he came up one yard short (sound familiar, Tennessee?), he is being called an idiot/ass/moron by the very guys he helped make famous.

ESPN, what's done is done. It's time for you guys to let it go and realize that this man has won more rings than anyone in this decade. The Rams, Ravens, Bucs, Giants, Colts and Steelers all won in this decade. With one more win, the Steelers will tie them with three. So until ESPN has a crackpot team of proven Super Bowl contenders, not pretenders who had to go there seven or eight times to win the first, bury the story and move on!

Women's Rights Group Wants Tom Cable Gone

For starters, I am not a chavinist by any means. I just find it insulting that this Women's Rights Group wants Tom Cable gone. Not just from the Oakland Raiders organization, but from the NFL as well. But yet, they have yet to say anything about the graduate from Ike Turner University, Brandon Marshall.

Marshall was on trial this past summer for allegedly having a UFC Fight with his former girlfriend. So what makes Cable so different from Marshall? Is it because Cable punched out an assistant (forget allegedly. We all know he did that.)? Is it because Cable refuses to admit to anything? Or is it because this Women's Group is secretly out to pull the plug on Al Davis, thereby sending him back to the depths of hell where he came from?

But if you check on ESPN.com, they are still talking about this way after NO charges were brought against the guy!  Need I say more?

ESPN Strikes Out With Steve Phillips

If you've found yourself watching baseball on ESPN, you are familiar with a man known as Steve Phillips. He usually does the games on Wednesday night, but he got busted having an affair with some smoking blonde. The result? He got canned, and she did too. Now they won't even acknowledge the fact that he even worked there.

Even worse for poor Mr. Phillips is that everyone on ESPN will get a cut of his royalty checks. Damn, that is whack! Is this how ESPN treats their former employees. Try asking the former host of Around The Horn.

Kansas Players Call Mangino Bully

What is worse as a college player? The fact that you sucked so badly that you had to play in Kansas? Or the fact that you sucked so badly in football that you had to play it in Kansas? I would say that Nebraska is worse, but since they have National Championships coming out of their ass, so guess what Kansas? You guys suck more than Florida International!

But now there are sensitive players coming out calling their current/former head coach Mark Mangino a certified bully. Because he provoked them with slurs and yelled at them, he was dubbed a bad coach. But the problem is that he has led them to several postseason berths and several victories as well.

So if this guy is such a bad coach, then how the hell has he been coaching for so long? He won big while in Kansas, but unfortunately, it takes one guy to start a chain reaction. If he was this bad of a guy, then why did these players stay with the school? "I didn't let him affect me!" Of course you didn't, because you know if you did, he probably would have sat on you and put you in a wheelchair for the rest of your life.

That, and what other college would accept you after you just called out your coach?

A one eyed Mick Foley comes out to call out Dixie Carter, Dr. Stevie and Raven. He then makes it clear that vengeance will be theirs tonight. With that, Raven and Dr. Stevie make their entrance into the iMPACT Zone. After a cheesy arsenal of jokes, Stevie makes it clear that they will be the ones who will end the war that Abyss started.

Raven grabs the stick and questions Foley's authoritative decisions, which Foley makes clear that the match is on tonight!

Back on the program, Tenay and Taz give the rundown of tonight's card, including an exclusive interview with Sting about his future with TNA and Hulk Hogan. In the back, TNA World Champion AJ Styles and Kurt Angle talk about tonight's tag team main event when things turn towards a match between the two of them not just for the gold but also to find out who is the better man.

"Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. TNA X Division Champion Amazing Red

As Red's promoter, Don West, voices his grievance about this match, Red shows why he is a fighting champion by taking the fight to Scott Steiner. But Steiner turns the table with an All Around Slam followed by a Gorilla Press Slam. Following his trademark elbow drop and push up, Steiner applies a choke hold before delivering a belly to belly. Steiner refuses to pin him, and he delivers a modified piledriver before going for his steel pipe. He then lands a huge shot over the back with a pipe.

After the bell, Steiner starts decimating Red until Bobby Lashley makes his way to the ring to stop the fight. Steiner sprints out of the ring and avoids the fight, all the while demanding why Lashley came out.

Winner: Amazing Red via DQ

Back on the program, JB is talking to Kevin Nash, who still has possession of the TNA Legends Championship and Eric Young. Nash hands Young back the title. He then explains his actions from Sunday night. He says that by the end of the night, he'll have some answers for Mick Foley in regards to Hulk Hogan after deciding to team up with Eric Young.

Motor City Machine Guns & Beer Money vs. The World Elite

Before the bell, World Elite is informed that if Eric Young leaves the announce table, not only will a DQ happen, but they will be fined 3X the money they make. In the ring, James Storm takes the fight to Kiyoshi before the Guns take the fight to the young Jap.

But World Elite gets control until all hell breaks loose. As Beer Money takes care of Kiyoshi and Sheik, Rob Taylor miscues a clothesline, and the Guns take advantage with a Frog Breaker to pick up the win for them and Beer Money. On the outside, The Elite starts berating Taylor for his actions and continue to insult him all the way to the back.

Winner: Motor City Machine Guns and Beer Money, Inc.

In the back, Kevin Nash has made it clear that if Foley gets him all his money back, he'll answer all the questions about Hogan. But on top of that, Nash informs Foley that when Hogan does come to TNA...he is not coming alone. Following the conversation between Nash and Foley, we get a look at the Hogan Fever that is continuing to spread all over the country.

Back on TNA, Abyss tries to talk some sense into Mick Foley. But Foley has made it clear that he has made his choice, and there's nothing that anyone can do about it.

Hamada vs. TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champion Taylor Wilde

With two fan favorites battling it out with similar styles, it doesn't take long for the fans to remain united for both Knockouts. Wilde nails an arm drag, but Hamada bounces back with a DDT. Wilde recovers long enough to get dropped again with a Lucha Kick. Hamada nails the moonsault, but Taylor manages to kick out.

Both women battle it out with near fall after near fall until Hamada nails the Enzugiri. Hamada goes for the Hamada Driver, but Wilde counters only to get kicked in the cranium and dropped with the Hamada Driver to pick up the loss over the underdog known as Hamada.

Winner: Hamada

In the back, Abyss has barricaded Foley's door to prevent him from heading out for their tag match.

Tag Team Grudge Match

Raven & Dr. Stevie vs. Abyss & ???

With Foley locked in his office, Abyss takes the fight to both men. All three men battle on the outside as the match becomes sort of a handicap match. It doesn't take long for Abyss to start showing signs of the abuse as both men tag in and out to unleash even more punishment. But Abyss shrugs off the punches and levels both men in the corner.

Abyss delivers a huge splash before attempting the chokeslam. Abyss delivers the Shock Treatment to Stevie before turning his attention to Raven. But the ref catches Raven about to deliver another fireball and issues the DQ. But the abuse is far from over. Raven nails the Evenflow DDT on The Monster before the duo decide to hang Abyss out to dry.

They begin choking the life out of Abyss as TNA goes to break (why the %$#@ would they do that?!).

Winner: Abyss

Back on the program, ODB's Talk Show returns with special guest Homicide. The newest WE member makes it clear that he has Suicide by the mask since he knows who is behind the mask. Also, Tomko makes a huge return to TNA when The Beautiful People arrive to continue their cheerleader tirades. (Remember those girls you wanted to shove into lockers when you were in high school? Exactly.)

Alissa Flash vs. TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champion Sarita

Sarita takes the fight to her former rival until she miscues a splash and gets dropped for her troubles. Flash takes the fight (all the while playing with her zipper) with a series of punches. But Sarita bounces back with a belly to belly to stop the assault. The two exchange kicks before Sarita drops her with a springboard dropkick. Flash drops her with a huge back suplex, but Sarita continues fighting. Sarita finishes her off with a flipkick and knocks Flash unconscious to pick up the win over Flash.

But on the outside, Traci Brooks sprints down and beats the holy hell out of Alissa Flash on the runway. In the back, Foley gets ambushed by Dr. Stevie and RAven as they decide to hang him as well.

Winner: Sarita

Six Man Tag Team Street Fight

IWGP Tag Team Champions Team 3D & Rhino vs. D'Angelo Dinero, Matt Morgan & Hernandez

The three young guns come out firing as they take the fight to all three members of the ECW Originals. Hernandez aims for the boys outside, but Brother Ray drops him with a huge clothesline. After taking out Ray, Super Mex goes flying, taking out Brother Devon and Rhino before the toys come flying into the ring.

The Pope and Brother Ray take the fight into the ring with Dinero nailing him with lids over and over again. All six men are on the outside taking the fight to each other until Morgan and Devon are in the ring with the toys of ECW. The men exchange time in the ring as Rhino and Super Mex make their way into the ring. Following a huge splash from Hernandez, all hell continues to break loose.

Following a huge elbow drop from The Pope, the real wood is brought out as Morgan sets up a table on the outside. On the inside, The Pope is laying out Devon when Morgan is laid out. On the inside, following a 3D, Hernandez lays all of them out with a spear and a GORE! of his own. As he goes for the victory, the ref is pulled out, which allows a returning Jesse Neal (with a new look and a bigger mohawk) to lay Hernandez out with a steel chair. A proned Rhino rolls over and picks up the win for the ECW Originals.

Winner: The TNA Wrecking Crew

Back on the program, we are informed that a scheduled interview with Sting did not take place at his home in Dallas, Texas due in large part to Sting not even being there. Does that mean that The Icon has already made his decision??? Or does that mean that there is more to this story than meets the eye?

TNA Featured Contest/Main Event

Desmond Wolfe & Daniels vs. Kurt Angle & TNA World Heavyweight Champion AJ Styles

Angle and Daniels start off the main event, with Daniels getting the early advantage. But Kurt bounces back with a series of uppercuts before tagging in Desmond Wolfe, who Angle is calling into the ring. Wolfe refuses to tag, but AJ Styles wants a piece of Daniels. But Daniels tags Wolfe in before launching out of the ring.

Wolfe and Styles go lock for lock before Styles delivers the Phenomenal Dropkick and a backbreaker. Styles then tags in Angle, who wants a piece of The Wolfe. In the corner, Daniels gets a shot in on Angle before Wolfe takes the fight to Angle's lower left arm. Daniels then gets the tag and comes in to punish Angle as well.

The Ring of Honor reject gets a crash course in wrestling from the Professor of the Wrestling Arts, Kurt Angle. Daniels comes in to get dropped by Angle with a Belly to Belly. Both men are able to tag in but it is Styles that delivers the assault as he nails a huge backbreaker followed by the Pele. Wolfe hits the Tower of London, but Styles kicks out. After he gets tagged in, Daniels hits the BME to pick up the upset win over the TNA World Heavyweight Champion.

Sorry, Daniels, but Wolfe did the hard part, and you picked up the pieces. That does not give you a one on one shot at Styles. But I may have a solution to the problem.

Tune In Next Week...

Winners: Desmond Wolfe & Daniels

Shelton Benjamin vs. Zack Ryder w/Rosa Mendes

After staving off a fight, Ryder is brought in the hard way by a more vicious and fierce Shelton Benjamin. After a snap suplex, Benjamin continues the punishment with a huge neckbreaker followed by a reverse chinlock.

Benjamin shows that impressive wrestling background with submissions, but Ryder uses a break from the ref to get the advantage. Benjamin's athleticism allows him to get control back by launching him over the top rope, but Ryder is able to shove him into the steel steps when he brings himself to the outside.

Back on the program, Ryder has complete domination over Benjamin after the steel step incident. As Rosa "Will Smile For Medication" Mendes looks on, Ryder applies a modified abdominal stretch to the injured ribs and back of Benjamin. As Ryder begins to finish off Benjamin, Shelton begins to fire back with shots to the head before leaping off the top rope with a spinning forearm. Following a Stinger Splash, Shelton collides with Ryder. But as Rosa tries to hand him the phone, Shelton blocks a shot towards Mendes that allows Ryder to deliver the Zack Attack to pick up the win.

Winner: Zack Ryder

In the back, Legacy is planning their revenge on Mark Henry and MVP for their actions over recent weeks.

DON'T FORGET: THIS MONDAY NIGHT IS A THREE HOUR SPECIAL ON RAW AS JESSE "THE GOVERNOR" VENTURA WILL GUEST HOST THE SUPERSTARS OF RAW, SMACKDOWN AND ECW!

Back on Superstars, we get one more look at the war between Batista and Rey Mysterio that will culminate this Sunday at Survivor Series followed by the rundown of the entire card. Following the carnage and the rundown, Vickie Guerrero comes out to give the crowd a headache more severe than those that had to listen to the entire Jillian Hall CD.

Eric Escobar vs. Jimmy Wang Yang

Yang shows why he's one of the most versatile superstars on the roster, but Escobar shows why he is one of the best up and comers in the business. Following a downward spiral, Escobar is nailed with a set of neckbreakers and a vicious clothesline. I would like to continue this portion, but this guy is so boring, that I wish that Lance Storm come out and put him in his place.

Yang delivers a tornado dropkick followed by a diving dropkick. But Vickie uses all her weight (literally) to prevent Yang from finishing him off. Escobar capitalizes and delivers a San Juan Storm to pick up the win. And yes, I'm not impressed with this douche. No matter what the WWE says about this jackass.

Winner: Eric Escobar

Main Event

Cody Rhodes vs. Mark Henry

Rhodes tries to get the early advantage, but Henry's strength is showing too much for young Cody to handle. Rhodes can't handle the pressures of facing the World's Strongest Man as he slides out of the ring and towards the entrance as Superstars takes its final break.

Back on the program, Rhodes has an advantage after kicking the steps into the tree trunks known as Mark Henry's legs. Back in the ring, Rhodes begins to focus on the left leg of the World's Strongest Man. But Henry starts to fight back and sends Rhodes sailing through the air. Henry starts to get the blood flowing back through the leg before he delivers the World's Strongest Slam to pick up the win.

Winner: Mark Henry

The BCS Race is heating up in a major way, and it looks to completely be up in smoke by the end of next weekend. There are times when college teams should rest their big timers and give some due to the backups. Unfortunately, there is not one team that should rest on their laurels and the thought of being the in the BCS. Just ask Alabama, Florida and Texas, who all have mediocre games on the horizon for this weekend.

But the fun has to start somewhere...and it starts tonight in the Big XII Conference.

Big XII Conference

Colorado vs. #12 Oklahoma State (Thursday Night Football (TRAP GAME))

The Cowboys have to win out and hope that Texas stumbles before the end of the season. But they also have to win out the remainder of their Big XII schedule. If this happens, the Cowboys are heading to the Big XII Championship Game. But there is a catch: They have the on again/off again Colorado Buffaloes coming to town. No matter which way you look at it, the Buffs have shown that no matter how bad things are, they can win when it matters. Why is this a trap game? Because the right Buffs team may show up for tonight's slugfest with Oklahoma State.

Winner: Oklahoma State

Oklahoma vs. Texas Tech (TRAP GAME)

The Sooners will have to wait until next season before they can fight for the National Championship. But they can still get a pretty decent bowl game out of it if they win this weekend. But the Red Raiders are vying for a good postseason bowl as well. Both teams are 6-4 on the season, but the Raiders need this game to be neck and neck with Oklahoma. Either way, we're happy about one thing: Oklahoma will not be in the BCS this season.

Winner: Oklahoma

Iowa State vs. Missouri

The Tigers have been on a huge slump since being picked to win the Big XII North. Now they have nothing to play for except for a possible decent bowl. At 6-5, the Cyclones can still earn a postseason berth with a victory against Mizzou. With both teams locked at 6-5, something has to give with a shot at the postseason berth on the line.

Winner: Missouri

Baylor vs. Texas A&M

The Bears put up huge numbers two weeks ago, but they were unable to find their offense against Texas last weekend. As for the Aggies, they're not as dominant as they expected to be. At 5-5, the Aggies are the Cowboys' last hope to dethrone the Longhorns and their chance to win a spot in Pasadena for the BCS National Championship Game. But first thing's first: Beat Baylor and get one step closer to a postseason berth.

Winner: Texas A&M

Kansas State vs. Nebraska

This is it for these two teams. The winner clinches the Big XII North. The loser gets possibly a postseason berth. But both want the same thing: The Division. The Wildcats can swoop in and take it from the Huskers, but the Huskers can win it with a victory over Kansas State. If K-State wins, they'll clinch the division and head to the big one against either Texas or OK-State. If Nebraska wins, they get it. But the way Nebraska has been playing lately, would anyone want to play them right now? And yes, that includes Texas.

Winner: Nebraska Clinches Big XII North

Kansas vs. #3 Texas (TRAP GAME)

Despite all the anarchy that is going on in Lawrence, the Jayhawks still have a season to finish. And considering everyone is having a mad cow disease about Mark Mangino's treatment of his players, who cares? But Texas is playing like they actually want the National Championship and the Heisman in the same season. For Kansas, this is a chance to put those frustrations, animosities and off-the-field troubles to good use. Kansas took Oklahoma to the limit a few times in their meeting, and they need the victories to earn a postseason berth. Is Texas as good as advertised? We'll find out this weekend.

Winner: Texas

WAC Conference

#6 Boise State vs. Utah State

The Broncos took care of one thorn in their side when they dispatched Idaho in impressive fashion last weekend. Now they have one final tuneup before their WAC Championship Showdown with Nevada. Don't completely underestimate Utah State, though. Despite being 2-4 in the conference, the Aggies can play upset if they try. But the Broncos are so dangerous against members of their conference, that I don't see Utah State hanging around too much.

Winner: Boise State

Nevada vs. New Mexico State

The Wolfpack need this win to keep their hopes of winning the conference alive. Despite being 7-3, they are 6-0 in the WAC, and if they win this one, it sets up a conference showdown for the WAC Championship against Boise State. The Wolfpack should win this one easily, and they should be able to stroll into next weekend with a huge chance of winning the WAC and shattering Boise State's chances of winning a spot in the BCS along with TCU.

Winner: Nevada

ACC Conference

Maryland vs. Florida State

This is possibly Bobby Bowden's final ACC game of his illustrious career. His 'Noles won't be playing in the ACC Championship. His 'Noles won't be postseason bound. His 'Noles won't be playing for the National Championship. But his 'Noles can still play for respect. In their final home game/ACC game of this season, Florida State is close to getting some respect back. But that respect could be and will be put to the test next weekend when they travel to Florida for the finale against the Gators.

Winner: Florida State

North Carolina vs. Boston College (TRAP GAME)

The "experts" are saying that Boston College should win this game. The Eagles need to win this one to stay neck and neck with Clemson for the ACC Atlantic Division. But the Tar Heels have something for them:  We can beat them. The Eagles will have their hands full, and the Tar Heels can play just as good on the road as they can at home. Since South Carolina can't seem to buy themselves a bowl berth, North Carolina can raise their stock...especially after defeating Miami last weekend in a game that those very same "experts" said that the Canes would win big in that game.

Winner: North Carolina

Duke vs. #21 Miami (FL) (TRAP GAME)

The Blue Devils still need that one win for the postseason. Miami is in regardless, but despite losing to both Techs and North Carolina, they're still ranked. So in all fairness, what is the mindset of the Canes right now? After blowing a big one in Chapel Hill, can the Canes get the job done against the depleted Devils? Or will Duke follow in North Carolina's footsteps and land their biggest upset of the season?

Winner: Miami

Virginia vs. #18 Clemson

The Cavaliers have nothing to play for except for pride. The Tigers need to win this one to clinch the ACC Coastal Division and face Georgia Tech for the ACC Championship. With CJ Spiller in the backfield, how can you possibly go against the truthful bad asses of the Atlantic Coast Conference? It's no question who wins this game, and don't be surprised if Spiller returns next season to pick up where he left off this season. He may not win the Heisman this season, but he will be the frontrunner next year with McCoy, Tebow and Bradford all gone to bigger and better things.

Winner: Clemson clinches ACC Coastal

Big Ten Conference

Minnesota vs. #15 Iowa (TRAP GAME)

The Gophers also need a win to become eligible for the postseason. The Hawkeyes are just trying to break their skid after dropping two straight and tossed out of the Big Ten Race. Iowa needs this win to vindicate their standing in the conference. Minnesota needs this to earn a spot in the bowl games next month. At 9-2, the Hawkeyes could get a huge advantage if they can get off this slide. They got the quarterback to get things done, but is it enough to make it happen?

Winner: Iowa

#9 Ohio State vs. Michigan (Rivalry Game/TRAP GAME?)

The Buckeyes are hot right now. Despite being the choke artists of the postseason, they have flat out owned the Wolverines in their last five meetings. As for Michigan, their season is shot to hell. So those extra practices haven't paid off for them. Now they have Ohio State invading the Big House this weekend. With this being the final Big Ten game of the season for the Buckeyes, they can send a message to the Pac-10 Champions before they meet in the Rose Bowl in January.

Winner: GOD LOVES...THE BUCKEYES!!

#13 Penn State vs. Michigan State

What can be said about this game? The Lions can either make this a decent game or blow it out of the water. The Spartans can officially focus on the basketball program, but they can still clinch a berth in the postseason with an upset victory over Nittany Lions.

Winner: We Are...Penn State!

#17 Wisconsin vs. Northwestern (TRAP GAME)

Simply put: The Badgers can win this game...but so can Northwestern. This is the same Wildcats team that handed the Hawkeyes their first loss. And the Badgers have been playing some tough football. But when you have a pair of physical teams battling, who will come out on top?

Winner: Northwestern in an Upset Special

Big East Conference

UConn vs. Notre Dame (TRAP GAME)

The Irish are in a world of hurt. We all know that Charlie Weis is gone after this season. The Huskies are still looking for that emotional victory. If they paid attention to We Are Marshall, they know that this is the time to make it happen. I could see the Huskies winning this game mainly because of all the issues in South Bend.

Winner: UConn in an Upset Special

#25 Rutgers vs. Syracuse

The Knights are back in the saddle, and they hold their postseason future in their hands. If they get the job done against the Orange this weekend, they will be playing ball long after their counterparts are flipping through Charlie Brown reruns. Like I said, they were once the most dominant team in the Big East...they are in the running for the conference next season.

Winner: Rutgers

Conference USA

Memphis vs. #24 Houston

The Tigers are losing it all in one swift breath. The Cougars are not too far away from them. Houston has been knocked out of the BCS Contention with their loss last week against Tulsa. Now the Cougars are on the verge of losing their stranglehold on the Conference as well. So which Houston team will show up this weekend when Memphis comes to town?

Winner: Houston

Tulsa vs. Southern Miss

Coming off their nailbiting victory over the Cougars last week, Tulsa travels to Brett's old stomping grounds to face the Eagles. Despite being out of the running for the West Division, they can play spoiler to Southern Miss, who needs the win to stay neck and neck with East Carolina for the East Division. One team can play spoiler, while the other plays favorite. Who comes out on top?

Winner: Tulsa in an Upset Special

SMU vs. Marshall

The Mustangs can win the West with a victory over Marshall this weekend. It comes down to a win and a Houston loss. If these two things happen, the Mustangs will solidify themselves as for real. Even if it doesn't happen, they can still solidify themselves as for real. Pushovers no more from my standpoint.

Winner: SMU clinches C-USA West Division

Mountain West Conference

#4 TCU vs. Wyoming (TRAP GAME)

The Horned Frogs are unstoppable. That's the way they feel right now. So what would happen if someone dropped the hammer and shocked them? Remember when Wyoming had Texas against the ropes? Wyoming knows that they are the final hope of everyone to silence this fluke known as TCU. And with Colorado State coming up next weekend, are the Cowboys the team that will knock the Frogs off their immortality pedestal? Or will the Frogs keep rolling just to end up one big win short of their ultimate goal?

Winner: TCU...but it won't be easy.

Air Force vs. #19 BYU (TRAP GAME)

The Falcons can win this game. The Cougars can win this game. Both teams have decent offenses and defenses. But in the end, only one of them can win on both sides of the ball. When it comes down to it, I see the Falcons doing it mainly because of the lack of respect they are not getting from the voters and the "experts." Sorry BYU, but that's motivation enough for the Air Force Academy.

Winner: Air Force Academy

San Diego State vs. #23 Utah

The Aztecs stink. The Utes are wreaking...and it isn't havoc. But Utah isn't as foul as San Diego State. Utes win. Let's just hope that they completely show up instead of the half-ass showcase they brought to the party against TCU.

Winner: Utah

Colorado State vs. New Mexico

The Rams need something to smile about this season. This could be their chance, considering one major shocker: Neither of these teams have won a conference game all season. The Rams have won three games this season, but they have yet to win a game in the Mountain West. As for New Mexico, they're winless altogether. So when CSU comes back, they'll feel good about wearing green and gold again.

Winner: Colorado State

Pac-10 Conference

#20 Oregon State vs. Washington State

The Cougars will just be happy if the Beavers don't run up the scoreboard. Either way, Oregon State wins the game. The Beavers love the thought of playing in the postseason, and after this game, they might just win the conference as well if they defeat Oregon next week.

Winner: Oregon State

Cal vs. #14 Stanford (TRAP GAME)

Cal proved that they can win without Jahvid Best. Stanford proved that they can defeat USC and run up the score at the same time. So what happens when these two meet...with Stanford vying for the Pac-10 Championship as well as Oregon State and Oregon? Stanford can get the job done in their own backyard as proven when they played Oregon. Cal may need more than just the faith of the Sports Gods to keep this game close. If Stanford scores early and often, it's on.

Winner: Stanford

#11 Oregon vs. Arizona (TRAP GAME)

It comes down to this for Oregon. If they win, they keep their lead over Stanford and Oregon State for the Pac-10 Championship. If they lose, the title and the Rose Bowl goes to Stanford or Oregon State. Stanford holds the tiebreaker at the moment, but if Oregon State and/or Arizona take down the Ducks, the Cardinals will fulfill their own destiny and win the Pac-10 Championship.

Winner: Arizona in an Upset Special

Southeastern Conference

Chattanooga vs. #2 Alabama

The two final SEC Powerhouses are waiting another week before they completely drop the hammer on their season. Alabama is up first with a matchup against Chattanooga in a warmup game before the annual Iron Bowl against Auburn. This one is easy for Alabama in some matter of speaking. The Tide need this one as the spotlight is on their offense...or lack thereof.

Winner: Alabama

Mississippi State vs. Arkansas (TRAP GAME)

The Dogs need a win, and so do the Hogs. Arkansas can win the game and become bowl eligible. Mississippi State can gain some respect back after a dismal season that left them gasping for air. It's hard to go against the Razorbacks, so don't expect me to start now. Hogs win this one...just wish they could have beaten Alabama.

Winner: Arkansas

Florida International vs. #1 Florida

The FIU Panthers are complete pushovers for any team in the power conference. The same can never be said for the Florida Gators. The Gators know that they have a bull's eye on their backs...and it's from their own conference no less. Want proof? The SEC has made it clear that they want their ol' time football back. They want Alabama and Tennessee battling for the SEC while Florida is nothing more than a basement dweller. What the SEC hasn't realized is that Florida is their sure fired ticket to the big time and that title of Powerhouse. So let the Gators win out...and quit bribing your officials to hose Florida as much as possible.

Winner: Florida

#10 LSU vs. Mississippi (TRAP GAME)

The Tigers are out of contention for the SEC Championship. But they can still get a decent bowl game with a little help from their friends. However, they can win big in the lottery if they defeat Ole Miss. Peach Bowl or Chick-Fil-A Bowl could be calling for LSU. As for Ole Miss, they are bowl eligible, but they need to beat LSU to sweeten their own crusade.

Winner: LSU

Tonight's RAW opens in Madison Square Garden with the return of Piper's Pit with tonight's Guest Host Rowdy Roddy Piper and Luis Guzman. Piper continues his old antics when the Iron Chef...I mean, Iron Sheik. After a trip down memory lane, we get the new entrance of tonight's RAW, coupled with the new theme song: Nickelback's "Burn it to the Ground!"

Even before the bell, The Miz talks some serious trash to the New York crowd, from the Yankees to the fans themselves. It's unfortunate that Miz has no idea who his opponent is. After countless bashes and insults, the opponent makes his way out in a Yankees hat no less. He then passes it off to his girlfriend, The View's Sherri Shepherd. Figured it out yet?

WWE United States Championship

WWE US Champion The Miz vs. MVP

Miz shows his aggressive side early, but MVP remains on the same page to gain control. But Miz decides to slip out of the ring. Miz then takes MVP out at the knee to gain control before taking the fight to the outside.

Back in the ring, Miz has a reverse chinlock applied, but MVP shows why he is one of the best with a Farewell followed by a pair of clotheslines. Following the BALLIN' Elbow Drop, MVP guns for the Playmaker but settles for a Big Boot instead. Miz manages to deliver the Skull Crushing Finale to pick up the win and retain the gold. But in all honesty, he sucks as a champion, a reality star and an actor.

Winner: The Miz via Pinfall

Following a WWE Rewind of Ricky Hatton's KO of Chavo, we hit the ring for the next match.

Chavo Guerrero vs. Santino Marella

As the bell rings, Santino begins taking off layers of clothing to reveal the many teams of the New York area...polishing it off with the Phillies (bad idea!) and Yankees (great idea). Chavo then nails the Three Amigos before setting up for the Frog Splash. But everytime he goes for it, Santino rolls to the other side. Thanks to DX-Swoggle, Santino gets the roll up and the victory over Chavo.

Winner: Santino via Pinfall

But after the bell, the real DX make their way down to the ring to obviously confront Hornswoggle for donning the DX gear once again...even with the lawsuit on the horizon.

The duo comes out and says that their plans have failed as they were intending on having some fun. They come out and focus their attention on this Sunday and the WWE Championship Match with John Cena. Unfortunately, he did use the word UNIT! Yes, LOL, as my daughter says. They then focus on Hornswoggle.

It doesn't take long for the leprechaun to appear and throw some DX Chops towards the crowd and the duo. At first glance, it looks as if the littlest DX wannabe may get his wish, but all of a sudden, Triple H drops the stick and nails Hornswoggle with a Pedigree. Following the shocker, they slide a DX Gurney into the ring, toss him on it and carry him out of the ring and to the back.

After a quick look at the history of the relationship between the WWE and The Garden, Chris Jericho invades the Pit to try to disrespect Piper. Piper returns the favor by having Chris Masters do Boom Boom Boom with his man-boobs! Following that, Melina and Alicia Fox make their way to the ring for their Divas Championship Match.

Lumberjill Match for the WWE Divas Championship

Alicia Fox vs. WWE Divas Champion Melina

Before the bell, Judah Friedlander of 30 Rock is announced as the special guest ring announcer. With that, the Divas Champion makes her way into the ring. Judah then announces that this match will be a Divas Lumberjill Match...and the ladies happen to be the ones who will be opposing each other in this Sunday's Survivor Series Match.

Fox goes on the offensive early, but she gets tossed out for her troubles. On the other side, Melina gets caught up by her opponents quickly. Back in the ring, the ladies slug it out with the Divas Champion in control before a tilt a whirl backbreaker. Fox goes for a huge neckbreaker, but Melina counters it into the Papa Bomb to win and retain the gold.

But after the match, Michelle tries to get an early advantage to this Sunday which leads to an all out catfight. After Team Mickie clears the ring, we are informed that Roddy Piper will finally make an appearance to the Garden crowd up next.

Winner: Divas Champion Melina

Intermission: Piper's Pit...with Vince McMahon???

Hot Rod takes a moment to soak in the admiration shown to him by the fans. He then relives the many fun moments of Madison Square Garden. He then announces that he has one last thing on his plate before he checks out: One More Match...with Vincent Kennedy McMahon! The reason? Vince fired him in the Garden after an interview on Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel. With that, Vince comes out in his New York Yankees pinstripe suit.

McMahon comes out and admits that the most heinous thing Piper has done in the Garden is showing up here tonight. Vince decides to nitpick every part of Piper...all the way down to his kilt. But Piper joins the fun and bashes McMahon as well. But Vince says that he always has looked better than everyone he has faced. He then announces that he has retired from ring action as of tonight.

But Piper makes it clear that if he can beat cancer, he can beat McMahon. He then issues a better challenge: He'll be in the ring later tonight, and if he has the guts, come and face him one on one.

HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! NEXT WEEK IS A SPECIAL THREE HOUR THANKSGIVING RAW AS THE SUPERSTARS OF RAW, SMACKDOWN AND ECW ARE AT THE MERCY OF NEXT WEEK'S GUEST HOST GOVERNOR JESSE "THE BODY" VENTURA!!!

Intermission: Sheamus and his Open Assault

Before the bell, Sheamus gloats about his annihilation of Jamie Noble. He then issues an open challenge to anyone in the back. When no one answers the challenge, he takes his frustrations out on the time keeper before kicking Jerry Lawler in the mouth. After the carnage, he walks to the back furious over no one accepting his challenge.

Back from the break, Matt Striker joins the broadcast table in place of the injured Jerry Lawler. With that, the gentlemen give the rundown of this Sunday's Survivor Series.

Evan Bourne vs. Jack Swagger

Back on RAW, Swagger has complete control over Bourne. But Bourne quickly bounces back with a flying knee. But Swagger catches Bourne in midair, rams him into a pair of corners and follows it up with the Swagger Bomb to pick up the win and get a measure of revenge on Bourne for last week.

Winner: Jack Swagger

In the back, Roddy Piper begins making his way to the ring to find out if Vince McMahon will accept his challenge for a MSGNYC Street Fight.

MSGNYC Street Fight

Randy Orton vs. Kofi Kingston

Before Piper gets on the stick, Randy Orton makes his way out to the ring to confront the Guest Host of the evening. Orton decides that he needs to relieve some aggression...and Piper is the person of interest. The two exchange shots before Orton begins to decimate Piper with the Maniacal Dissection. As Orton prepares to punt Piper in the head, Kofi Kingston makes his way into the ring to give Orton the fight he wants.

As Orton walks away, Kingston gives chase and takes the fight to the Legend Killer and former WWE Champion. In the crowd, Kingston and Orton slug it out before Orton tosses him back over the barricade. The two battle all around the ring before Orton brings the fight back to the ring. Orton looks to punt Kingston, but Kofi bounces up and delivers even more punches.

The fight returns to the outside and over the barricade before officials intervene to separate the two. But it only lasts briefly as the two lock up again. The two slug it out all the way into the technical area. Orton is sent over the railing into The Pit (how ironic) and hits a A-Rod like home run with a steel case top. Orton is busted open as Kingston continues to bring the fight to The Viper.

Kingston then jumps back over the railing, climbs up it to deliver a huge leg drop, but the officials stop him momentarily. But Kingston busts through, climbs it again and delivers the Boom Boom Leg Drop that sends Orton through the table, breaking it instantly. Kingston looks on and celebrates the carnage with the Garden crowd as he adds another notch in the MSG history books and wins the impromptu Unsanctioned Street Fight.

Winner: Kofi Kingston by KO

Before the main event, John Cena shares his thoughts on tonight's main event and this Sunday's Triple Threat WWE Championship Match. He then makes it clear that they will have to make a choice this Sunday as well. With that, Jerishow heads to the ring for the main event of the evening.

Triple Threat Tag Team Match (Madison Square Garden Moment in the Making)

Jerishow vs. D-Generation X vs. WWE Champion John Cena and World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker

John Cena, HBK and Jericho start the match with Cena getting the early advantage. But all three make tags as Triple H, Big Show and Undertaker enter the ring. After an eye encounter with each other, The Game and The Deadman decide to eliminate Show. After Triple H gets the Deadman off his feet, he tags in Shawn MIchaels.

After Taker rises up, Big Show returns to take out both HBK and Undertaker. Jericho comes in and tries to take an easy victory. Everyone gets in on the action as Triple H and John Cena exchange signature gestures before all hell breaks loose. Taker and Show lock up and battle on the outside, leaving Jericho, Trips and Cena to fight the battle on the inside.

All three men just lay on the ground before Triple H tags in HBK. Michaels gets complete control before heading up top and deliver the Suck It Elbow Drop. But Cena ducks Sweet Chin Music to deliver the Beantown Bomb and the Five Knuckle Shuffle. Triple H jumps in and delivers the Harley Race High Knee and Double A Spinebuster. As he goes for the Pedigree, Show returns to take out both men before Shawn drops Show, Jericho drops Shawn, Taker drops Jericho, Triple H drops Taker, and in the end, John Cena defeats Triple H for the second time in the Garden (Royal Rumble two years ago) with the Attitude Adjustment (formerly the FU).

But after the bell, the World Heavyweight Champion drops the WWE Champion with a Tombstone Piledriver. Undertaker stands tall around a group of dropped future Hall of Famers as the Last Man Standing to salute the crowd at The Garden with RAW going off the air.

Winner: WWE Champion John Cena & World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker

There is nothing like a damn good football game to make you feel good about returning to the job you love. Yes, I know there's a game tonight, but seriously, is anyone even going to watch it? Well, besides Stacy Keibler, of course. But in any event, this about the college ranks and the fact that my trip to Pasadena was just marred by the Ohio State Chokeeyes.

Here's what I'm talking about in today's CFB Roundup.

ACC Conference

Florida State 41, Wake Forest 28

If this is indeed Bobby Bowden's final season as the man in Tallahassee, his team intends to send him out on a positive note. The Seminoles may have lost their quarterback, but they did enough on both sides of the ball to get the victory over the Deacons. With a trip to Gainesville and a battle with the Gators on the horizon, what will the 'Noles have in store for the final two weeks of their season?

#18 Clemson 43, NC State 23

The Tigers moved one game closer to clinching a spot in the ACC Championship Game with a huge win over the Wolfpack on Saturday night. CJ Spiller was "spilling it" all over the place as he racked up 97 yards on the ground and 48 yards receiving as Clemson will have to defeat Virginia this weekend to clinch a spot in the grand finale aka The ACC Championship Game.

#7 Georgia Tech 49, Duke 10

The Jackets needed to win big and find their offense at the same time. They did it both as they had a huge victory over the Blue Devils, who are still seeking that one win necessary to become bowl eligible. GA Tech won the game, and finally won a spot in the upcoming ACC Championship Game. They also have a chance to increase their BCS Stock as they await either Boston College or Clemson in the ACC Championship Game.

#16 Virginia Tech 36, Maryland 9

The Hokies may not be able to defend the ACC Championship, but that won't stop them from winning big against former ACC powerhouses. VA Tech demolished Maryland to at least make themselves bowl eligible for the Winter Classic.

North Carolina 33, #23 Miami 24

I hate to say I Told You So...NAW! Just kidding. I TOLD YOU SO!!! I said two weeks ago and last week that Miami should be weary of the Tar Heels. I said that this was a huge trap game for Miami. I also said that most likely, North Carolina would win this game. And low and behold! The Tar Heels used their stout defense and nasty offense, on top of trick plays, to dominate the Miami Hurricanes and keep them from moving a step closer to the top of the ACC.

Big East Conference

#25 Rutgers 31, South Florida 0

Remember when I said that the Scarlet Knights used to be a damn good football team, and they wanted to get back to that? They took another step towards that when they not only defeated the Bulls...they castrated them! Rutgers won a very key game in the Big East, made their way into the Top 25...and they've also become bowl-eligible.

#5 Cincinnati 24, West Virginia 21

Let's be honest. Cincinnati is not as good as they look. For the second week in a row, the Bearcats escaped a near-upset. Being up by bunches late in the game, the Cincy defense nearly gave the game up to the Mountaineers. Expect the Bearcats to lose before the season is officially over, and expect Pitt to be the team that beats them for the Big East Championship in two weeks. Sorry, Cincinnati, but your damn luck is about to run out.

#8 Pitt 27, Notre Dame 22

The Panthers know how to play ball. They showed by trumping the Irish at their own game. Now the stage is almost set for possibly the biggest game of the year for Pitt as they prepare to lock horns with the Bearcats in two weeks for the Big East Championship. As for the Irish, their stock continues to drop as they lose another close one and decrease their chances for a decent bowl game.

Big Ten Conference

#17 Wisconsin 45, Michigan 24

There is nothing much to say that has already been said. Like Bill Belichick's decision last night on 4th and 2, the Wolverines STINK!! The Badgers ran up and down the field on the Wolverines' mediocre defense, and Michigan will once again miss the postseason with one more loss. One more thing: The Wolverines play Big Ten Champion Ohio State in their annual rivalry game this weekend.

#13 Penn State 31, Indiana 20

The Nittany Lions may have been out of the hunt for the conference, but they weren't out of the big bowl contention. After going down early against the Hoosiers, Penn State returned to that team of old when they dominated the second half and earned another win with a chance at a pretty decent bowl game on the horizon.

#9 Ohio State 27, #15 Iowa 24 OT

This is probably the hardest, most vomit-filled recap of them all. The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes in overtime to win their fifth consecutive Big Ten Championship. This win guarantees Ohio State will be in the BCS once again. Does anyone remember the last three years of Ohio State postseason? Against Florida (L in NC Game), Against LSU (L in NC Game) and Against Texas (L in Fiesta Bowl). It's clear that even though the Buckeyes are happy about heading to Pasadena to meet myself in the Rose Bowl, they should be worried that they will most likely lose another game.

Big XII Conference

#3 Texas 47, Baylor 14

The Horns continued their drive to the Big XII Championship Game...but there is a problem. Despite the victory, the Horns have not won the right to play in the Big XII Championship Game. That means that they have not clinched the Big XII South Division. It's mainly because the team under them (Oklahoma State) continues to win in the division. For assurance, they have to defeat Kansas and Texas A&M and hope for one more loss by the Cowboys.

Nebraska 31, Kansas 17

Like the Horns, the Huskers are in the perfect position to clinch the Big XII North, but at this moment (and for some idiotic reason), Nebraska is still not penciled in as Division Champions. But that didn't stop them from continuing their winning ways as the Huskers dominated the Jayhawks in their first stop on their road trip through the most boring place on the planet. With a win against Kansas State, the Huskers will clinch the North and a date with either Oklahoma State or Texas in the Big XII Championship Game.

#12 Oklahoma State 24, Texas Tech 17

The Cowboys continue to be a thorn in Colt McCoy's side. Despite losing to Texas earlier this year, and their chances of playing in the Big XII Championship practically slim, Oklahoma State defeated the Red Raiders to remain a game behind Texas. The win keeps the Horns from winning the division and keeps them in the running for it. But it will take a huge win and a huge loss to get the job done for Oklahoma State.

Mountain West Conference

#19 BYU 24, New Mexico 19

The Cougars were unable to defeat TCU, but they managed to get back on the winning track with a huge nailbiter over New Mexico. The Cougars increased their chances of clinching a bowl bid with the victory. As for the Lobos, they are hoping to hibernate from the gridiron quickly to focus on the hardwood.

#4 TCU 55, #23 Utah 28

In the biggest game of the night from the Mountain West, Utah failed to bring the noise against the Horned Frogs. Despite the victory, I am clear in saying that they will not play in the BCS Championship Game. The reason? THEY'RE IN THE MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE!!! Like Utah last season, the Frogs will earn a huge at-large bid, possibly against either Florida or Alabama (whoever wins the SEC Championship). But TCU has clinched the Mountain West with the victory...or maybe the suspense will wait until after next weekend.

Pac-10 Conference

#20 Oregon State 48, Washington 21

The Angry Beavers struck again with a huge win over the upset minded Huskies. With the win, the Beavers are ensured a berth in the postseason. And with 100+ bowls (or at least it seems like that), the possibilities are endless for Oregon State.

#14 Stanford 55, #22 USC 21

Some would call what Stanford did as insulting and demeaning to a depleted football dynasty. But after all the blowouts that the Trojans had over the years, turnabout is fair play in this case. The Cardinals were up 48-21 when they went for two, which everyone is ticked off about. In all honesty, I say that if you're playing USC, who are touted every year as the team to beat, you crush them early and often. That said, the Trojans are officially dead, and the Cardinals rose to the occasion at the perfect time.

Cal 24, Arizona 16

Despite not having the nation's best running back, the Bears managed to stun the Arizona Wildcats football team. The loss puts Arizona out of the Top 25, but it still keeps them in the running for a postseason berth. And after the way they've played this season, they flat out deserve a shot a good bowl game.

#11 Oregon 44, Arizona State 21

After falling hard to the Cardinals last weekend, the Ducks returned to their dominant form with a huge victory over the Sun Devils. The good news for Oregon? The Trojans lost. The bad news? The Cardinals won. With Stanford holding the tiebreaker over both USC and Oregon, a clean sweep of the next couple of weeks puts Jim Harbaugh at the top of the conference with the Pac-10 Championship and a trip to Pasadena to face the Chokeeyes in the Rose Bowl Game.

Southeastern Conference

#1 Florida 24, South Carolina 14

The score should have been 44-14, but Riley Cooper dropped two huge passes in the end zone. That's not even mentioning the fact that Caleb Sturgis missed two huge field goals. If you're keeping score, that's 20 points that the Gators should have and could have had. But Florida won the game nonetheless. It was the defense that stepped up big time in the second half. Like Bama, Florida needs to get their offense and special teams in check as they prepare for Florida State (Governor's Cup Game) and Alabama (SEC Championship).

#2 Alabama 31, Mississippi State 3

The Tide rolled huge as they dominated former Gators OC Dan Mullen and his Bulldogs to remain perfect heading into their powderpuff game this weekend against Chattanooga. Following Chattanooga, they got their Iron Bowl with Auburn before facing Florida in an SEC Championship Rematch...in the 2009 SEC Championship Game in Atlanta. This will be Ingram's chance to increase his Heisman Stock as the Tide shouldn't have any problems with Chattanooga.

#10 LSU 24, Louisiana Tech 16

The Tigers won, but it wasn't easy as they managed to stave off the onslaught of the Bulldogs. Simply put, nothing much needs to be said except, "WHERE THE &%$@ WAS YOU GOONS LAST WEEK AGAINST ALABAMA?!!!!!

WAC Conference

Nevada 52, Fresno State 14

The Wolfpack are arguably the hottest team in the conference. Forget about the fact that Boise State is undefeated and on the verge of clinching the conference again. Everyone knows that the team to beat in the WAC does not play on a blue field (which my wife finds utterly disturbing). Either way, the Pack won big over Fresno State to possibly set up a WAC Championship showdown with the Broncos.

#6 Boise State 63, Idaho 25

The Broncos won. Enough said. They defeated the Vandals and moved one step closer to the WAC Championship. But they got Nevada coming up, and I got a feeling that an upset is on the horizon.

The WWE has a pay per view coming up, but so does TNA. The question isn't who will shine, but which company will make the biggest impact on a Sunday? With TNA grabbing up veterans like hotcakes (Bobby Lashley and Hulk Hogan) and hot picks (Desmond Wolfe), TNA has a slight lead heading into this Sunday's Turning Point.

But with a card like this, is it enough to surpass the Monsters of Connecticut?

All or Nothing Knockouts Championship Match

The Beautiful People vs. Sarita, Taylor Wilde & ODB

Ever since the departure of Angelina Love-Richani, The Beautiful People have been looking for an identity. Insert a Von Erich, and you got the ingredient for total mayhem. Now the trio of Lacey Von Erich, Madison Rayne and new leader Velvet Sky will look to make history once again by winning the first ever Knockouts Winner Take All Tag Match.

Standing in their path to immortality is the TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champions Sarita and Taylor Wilde and TNA Knockouts Champion ODB. The trio have been the center of TBP's abuse and assaults for months. Now they unite for one common goal: To add a scar to those skanky little faces.

What will happen when the TNA Knockouts collide with all the gold on the line? Will TBP finally run the entire Knockouts Division? Or will the Liquid Courage outlast the onslaught of the curers of Ugliness?

X Division Championship

Homicide vs. Amazing Red

Ever since turning his back on LAX brethren Hernandez, Homicide has made his impression felt as a member of The World Elite. Now he looks to join The British Infestation and Eric Young as titleholders in the group. With Young as Global Champion and BI as TNA Tag Team Champions, Homicide can add the X Division Championship with a win this Sunday!

On the other side, you have Amazing Red, who had a huge upset win over Samoa Joe to win the gold. With Don West by his side, he seems to have regained his confidence extremely. But he will need more than just confidence to get the job done against the former X Division Champion. Will it be Homicide that celebrates with his brethren in World Elite? Can Red survive the outside intimidation of the Elite? And what will Hernandez do if he gets a shot at revenge on his former partner?

Six Sides of Knockouts Steel

Awesome Kong vs. Tara

Ever since coming here, Awesome Kong has dominated the Knockouts Division. From numerous reigns as Knockouts Champion to being the most brutal force in the business, it looked as if nothing and no one could stop Kong...that is until now.

Since her arrival in TNA, Tara has been a force to be reckoned with as well. Already, she is a former Knockouts Champion and has laid claim to being the roadblock to Kong's return to the top. Now the two Knockouts step into the most dangerous structure in TNA: Six Sides of Steel. Considering the staff, security and officials couldn't contain these two women, how will the Steel fare when power meets heart?

TNA World Tag Team Championships

The British Invasion vs. The Motor City Machine Guns

The Invasion has ran the tag team division since their arrival several months ago. They have already won the IWGP Tag Team Championships when they became a part of World Elite. Last month at Bound IV Glory, they won the TNA World Tag Team Championships. With a hefty backup in Big Rob Taylor, it looks as if nothing can stop them from World and TNA Domination.

But when you mess with America, you are asking for trouble. Trouble comes in the form of the Motor City Machine Guns. With a new song and new attitude, the Guns look to lay claim to the richest Tag Team Prize in TNA. But with Sabin recovering from a severe neck injury, will the Guns bring the gold back to the States for America? Or will the World Elite dominate the entire night?

"Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. "The Boss" Bobby Lashley

For weeks, Scott Steiner has been reverting back to the Big Bad Booty Daddy...and he has his sights set on the wife of The Boss. Big mistake. For the last few weeks, the two have been battling it out over Krystal Lashley. Now the two will finally settle their differences in the six-sided ring. After countless interferences from both sides, will The Big Bad Booty Daddy hand Lashley his first loss? Or will The Boss make it 2-0 against the Main Event Mafia (or what's left of it)?

Kurt Angle vs. Desmond Wolfe

Kurt Angle has been the man for over a decade. From gold medals to World Championships in two different companies, Kurt Angle takes Ric Flair's old saying ("To Be The Man, You Gotta Beat The Man.") and raises the bar another level. But someone is hearing that old saying and doing their hardest to make that happen.

Since his arrival two weeks ago, Desmond Wolfe has become a thorn in the side of the former Mafia Leader. I say former mainly because Booker is gone and Nash is MIA. But lately, Angle has been on his own, and Wolfe has been taking advantage of it. This Sunday, he looks to put the Olympic Gold Medalist on the shelf for good. And after their last face to face that left him carted out on a stretcher, what will Angle do when Wolfe comes howling again?

Triple Threat Match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship

(AKA Daniels-Joe-Styles II)

Samoa Joe vs. Daniels vs. TNA World Heavyweight Champion AJ Styles

The first time these three men met, it was arguably the biggest match in TNA History. It was also the match that put TNA as well as these three on the map. Now four years after that epic X Division Encounter, three former X Division Champions meet for the richest prize in the industry.

All three have one thing in common: They have been in World Championship Matches before. Of the three, only Joe and Styles have climbed the mountain and win the TNA Championship. But now, all three meet up for the right to return to the iMPACT Zone on Thursday night with the TNA Championship.

But with a masked assassin out to eliminate Styles before the pay per view, and Joe know longer with his handler, will it be The Fallen Angel that finally grabs the Brass Ring and leaves champion? Will the Nation of Violence add some bigger and better gold to their currency? Or will The Phenomenal One get the job done and remain at the top of the TNA Mountain?

The Final Stop on our Conference Road Trip brings us to unfamiliar territory. In a way, we've been here before. Two years ago a team from the WAC Conference used tomfoolery to upset a Big XII Powerhouse in the Fiesta Bowl. Though many are in denial that it actually happened, it did happen. And since that fateful January night in Arizona, the WAC Conference looks to return back to that promise land.

But it's not just one team that is coming...there could be four.

BCS Future For WAC Champions

The WAC Conference has one outright undefeated team remaining. If that one team manages to survive the final stretch of their schedule, expect them to return to the Bowl Championship Series...possibly the National Championship Game. With only one team making the current cut under the BCS rules of 12/16, the WAC would need some serious help in ensuring that at least one of them would make it to the BCS.

Teams Laying the WAC-Down

As I said before, there are four teams battling for the WAC Championship. Nevada (5-0), Fresno State (5-1), Idaho (4-2) and Boise State (4-0). The Broncos are undefeated and ranked sixth in the current BCS Standings. At this moment, they're on the outside looking in, but wins against Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico State and Utah State could change that for them.

For Idaho, their chances are slim, but not done. The Vandals have a chance to hand the Broncos their first loss this weekend. Following Boise State, they got Utah State in the season finale. They will need some help in their hopes of clinching the WAC Championship. As for Fresno State, their win over Idaho was huge mainly because it puts them in contention. The Bulldogs have Nevada and Louisiana Tech (who took Boise State to the limit last week) before finishing the season in Champaign against Illinois.

Nevada has been the hottest team so far as they are undefeated in conference play. If they can defeat Fresno State and San Jose State, it sets up a possible WAC Championship Showdown with the Broncos Novermber 27th in the season finale.

Who Gets the WAC, and who gets WACed up?

The Broncos are vulnerable and can be beaten. They have proven that when they almost dropped one to the Bulldogs of Louisiana Tech. But the Broncos dreams of a perfect season could go up in smoke when they lock horns with both Idaho and Nevada. Either of those teams can hand Boise State their first loss. Fear the Blue Field, though. Boise is almost untouchable at home, but Nevada has been red hot both at home and on the road.

If I were a gambling man, which I can be at times, I would look at Nevada as the Dark Horse of the WAC Championship.

This concludes our Conference-by-Conference Breakdown of the BCS Contenders (and possible Pretenders). Tune in this week and for the remaining of the season as we will play Devil's Advocate with the BCS. Also, we'll look at what if there was a playoff system in place and the Sweet 16 that could possibly make it to the dance in Pasadena.

Get your fantasy charts ready!

This conference is possibly the easiest conference to take a look at is the SEC. While the other conferences are jockeying for position, the SEC Championship Game was officially set last weekend when the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the LSU Tigers 24-15 to clinch the SEC West Division Championship. Now we can look at this game and possibly into the future.

BCS Future for SEC Champions

Right now, the Top 25 and BCS Standings favor the SEC in more ways than one. The SEC Champion will win the right to host the Allstate Sugar Bowl in the event that they finish with one loss on their season. We are guaranteed at least one thing out of this game: One of these teams will be in Pasadena on January 7th to play for the National Championship.

Teams Slugging It Out for SEC Championship

The Beast of the East returns to its dominant form as Florida will represent the SEC East for the second straight year in Atlanta. The Gators are 7-0 in the conference heading into the Ol' Ball Coach Bowl against South Carolina this weekend. If they win that one, they are guaranteed to finish the SEC season undefeated. After that they have a warm up for the season finale with Florida International before locking horns with Florida State in the annual Governor's Cup Game.

The Best of the West also returned to pure form as Alabama will represent the SEC West for the second straight year as well. Alabama showed that they can play defense when they kept LSU from keeping it close after taking the lead. Nick Saban's Tide are 6-0 heading into the final two games of their SEC schedule. They have the most to lose considering they have Dan Mullen (former Florida OC) and his Bulldogs up next, followed by Chattanooga (who are 5-3 on the season) and the annual Iron Bowl against the Auburn Tigers in the finale.

Who Goes To Pasadena and Who Goes To Nawlins?

Florida's biggest issue was not being able to capitalize on every mistake of the other team. NO need to accuse them of running up the score, because they haven't done that much either. But they are getting smarter with their play calling. At least in Florida, you are guaranteed a high octane game, which they will bring to the table in Atlanta.

Alabama's biggest issue is lack of offense and too much trust in defense. Sure, defense wins championships, but this is Florida we're talking about. There is a reason why they are the top defense in the country (as opposed to Texas or Bama). Alabama cannot just rely on the legs of Mark Ingram, which Florida will look to expose in this game. If Alabama thinks that Ingram will turn into Sherman Williams in this game, they might want to think again.

This is a showcase of two of the top five defenses in the country. On top of that, this is a showcase of two of the top five offenses as well. When the smoke clears in Atlanta, expect the Gators to be alone at the top of the mountain.

If I had a choice of any player in the country to have in a crunch time situation, give me Tim Tebow anyday. He proved not once but twice last season how dedicated he is to this program when he led the Gators to a come from behind victory over Bama and then again against Oklahoma. Call it a homer pick if you dare, but if there's anyone who knows how great it is to be a Florida Gator, Tebow and myself both know that great feeling.

The West Coast is covered with hot celebrities, celebrity hot spots and spots that used to be hot but lost it due to too many Beer Pong sessions. But this trip to the Pacific Coast is the first of three trips for at least this writer. So before I take the Bleacher Brothers Party to Pasadena in January, let's see if any of these Pac-10 Powerhouses will be joining me on the Hollywood and Vine.

BCS Future for Pac-10 Champions

For the Pac-10 Champions, it would take a huge miracle for any of them to jump over the SEC, Big East, Mountain West or Big XII undefeated teams to make it to the BCS Championship. But that won't stop them from stopping through to smell the roses. In other words, the Pac-10 Champions will stay close to their familiar territory this January when they host the longest running bowl game in history: The Rose Bowl. Their opponent, if not in Pasadena for the BCS Championship, will come from the Big Ten.

It could be Ohio State, Iowa, Penn State or Wisconsin. Any of them could be traveling to Pasadena...but not for the reason they expected.

Teams Surfing it Up in the Pac-10

Dude, it would be totally awesome to conquer that monster wave known as the Pac-10. RIGHTEOUS! RIGHTEOUS! Okay, back to reality. Currently, there are five teams vying for the conference. Thanks to Stanford's victory last weekend, the race was blown wide open with Oregon (5-1) leading the way, followed by USC (4-2), Arizona (4-1), Stanford (5-2) and Oregon State (4-2).

The Ducks suffered their first loss, but are still primed to win the conference. They have Arizona State, Arizona and Oregon State left on their plate. The Trojans, who just had their Dynasty Card revoked two weeks ago, have Stanford, UCLA and Arizona. The Wildcats, who are more than just a basketball powerhouse this year, have Oregon, Arizona State and USC in the finale.

The Cardinals raised the stock of their postseason potential with a shootout win over Oregon last weekend and blew the race for the Pac-10 wide open in the process. Considered the ultimate underdogs right now, they got USC this weekend, followed by Cal and Notre Dame in the finale. Oregon State, who loves playing postseason spoiler, has 100ccs of Grey's Anatomy with Washington and Washington State before locking horns in the Governor's Cup Game with Oregon.

The Hang Ten Finale

What team has the best chance of winning the conference? You can get all scientific, but that's not how it works on the West Coast. Oregon has the best chance of clinching the Pac-10, but that loss to Stanford hurt their chances of possibly playing in Pasadena six days after the Rose Bowl Game. And considering that I still may not end up in the Tournament of Roses Parade, I would like to see Oregon win it mainly because it would be the perfect ending to their tumultuous season.

From losing to Boise State to winning the SmackDown Award for Best Knockout to losing their Heisman Dark Horse, Oregon has shown that adversity is nothing more than a word that can get KO'd by LeGarrette Blount in less than three seconds.