[Archives] Week 3: The Field Is Set

Week 3 is upon us.

And just like that, the season is in full swing.

So…are you ready for some football?

I know I am.

And judging by size of the field, I believe you all are too.

The Pick ‘Em is growing quite nicely.

Yes, I am pleased.  It makes me happy to know that more people have found us and have joined the mix.

But…while compiling this week’s field, I’ve noticed that some of our players could use some tips to ensure they stay in the running.

Let’s briefly review a couple of things.

Make sure to pick all of the games

Some of our players have left a game here and there blank.

While I do contact the folks I know to remind them to pick, the truth is I don’t know everyone involved.  And that’s fine.

But what isn’t okay is to miss a game.  I’m sure it’s an honest mistake, but you don’t want a blank pick to cost ya.

Consider this a friendly heads up to review your sheet before turning it in.  A quick once-over will keep things straight.

Pick the total points scored in the Monday Night game

There will definitely be times during the season when several people are in a position to Win the week.

The primary tiebreaker we use are the Monday Night points total.  That is, the total points scored in the game by both teams.
(And there are more tiebreaker than that.  Here’s the full rundown)

In the event of a tie, the closest pick to the  final score determines the Winner.

An easy way to come up with a score prediction is to picture what you think the final score will be.

For instance, if you think New York will defeat San Fran 31-28, that total is 59.  Simple, right?

You would be surprised how often it boils down to that very scenario.

Please use First Name and Last Initial

This helps me a ton.

Yes, you will notice some players only go by one name [AHEM!] like Otis.

But for the most part, this helps to differentiate between players because we have had two Williams.  Or two Seans.  Or two Sarahs.

You get the picture.

 

Thanks for your ear on that.  On with the show.

 

This week we have a large pool of 76 players shooting at a $380 pot.

Pot’s right.

(for those that don’t know: when wagering moolah, once the pot is considered “right” that means that the Winner can expect to gain that amount.  In other words, the house” is guaranteeing that specific amount in the prize pool.  Regardless of what happens, if you Win you get that money – no excuses)

Here’s this week’s field:

 

FOR THE WEEK

  • the pot is $380
  • there are 76 players
  • there are no unanimous picks this week.  Seems like we’re all still trying to get a sense of what is what this season.
  • the underdog pick this week has four people taking Arizona to upset visiting Dallas in the desert. Mickey I, Marc IV, Kelly B, & Kerry E have boldly stepped out there.  Good luck people!
  • the reining Champ is Osiris (OWL), who stormed to the lead and fought off two challengers to take down the pot – are you done sweating, yet OWL?

 

ANNOUNCEMENT: while I do my best to get each & every pick correct, sometimes I make mistakes.  If I do mess up, just reach out to me (you can leave a comment below the post & I’ll fix it ASAP).  I need to know before the affected game Kicks Off, otherwise, that puts the rest of the field at a competitive disadvantage.  Sound good?

 

That’s all for now.

Enjoy the game and good luck.