Thursday, December 29, 2016
Friday, December 23, 2016
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Sunday, December 18, 2016
WWE Roadblock and Predictions
No fucking around, last stop before the Road to Wrestlemania really starts. How many of you had filet mignon for breakfast like I did? Let's go.
Pre-Show
Big Cass vs. Rusev
Feel like it's been a while since we've had a pre-show match to talk about. Usually they're pretty shitty which is why, so it makes me question whether it's a good thing or a bad thing that we're getting a main card caliber match. Are they taking the pre-show more seriously? I know Rusev has a history of getting buried for months at a time, but no shot Big Cass would ever get pushed down the card IRL, so maybe this is a sign of things to come for the kick offs. But I digress.
This match is for Enzo's honor because Rusev would kill him if they were fighting tonight. Cass has yet to look weak ever in his life. And Vince has no problems handing Rusev an L. Especially on the pre-show where they're just trying to fire up the crowd. I wouldn't be shocked if Rusev maybe gets Cass in an Accolade or something and Enzo runs out to save his buddy, which makes it hard to predict. Maybe he comes out and Rusev lets go to go at Enzo just to get hit with a big boot from Cass for the pin?
Prediction: Big Cass
Main Card
Rich Swann (c) vs. TJ Perkins vs. Brian Kendrick -- Cruiserweight Championship
I admittedly have not watch 205 Live and haven't been too focused on the Cruiserweights. I mean, just from watching Raw it's hard to because they get no TV time, but I want to like them, so I promise to be better.
Either way, the belt has been a revolving door since it's conception and it's time for some stability. With little to no story development, why strip the current champ? Let a guy hold on to the belt for a while to build some stories. I think Kendrick takes the pin to drop out of the title scene and Perkins and Swann who are the two stars of the division thus far will feud it out for a little.
Prediction: Rich Swann
Sami Zayn vs. Braun Strowman -- 10 Minute Time Limit For Sami Zayn's Safety
Braun Strowman is a fucking stud and I'm not afraid to admit that I'm in love with him. WWE has done an unreal job of building him up and I'm convinced that he will never lose. That's why this time limit makes things so interesting.
Sami Zayn really fought for this match and it produced the corniest promo and fake trade of all time by our LOVELY GM Mick Foley... jk.
But like I was saying, Zayn REALLY wanted this match and I refuse to believe he won't make it to ten minutes. I still think Braun will kick his ass but Zayn will probably get a little bit of offense in to shock him. Basically, it either has to be a squash, or the time limit has to expire. Anything else and this is trash. Unless Foley steps in and stops the match again, but he seems like he's in Zayn's camp on this one so I doubt it.
Maybe Strowman will keep kicking his ass once time is up.
Prediction: Match ends at 10 minutes
The New Day (c) vs. Cesaro & Sheamus
Everything about this SCREAMS New Day dropping the belts tonight. Everyone is saying their run is stale -- not in a bad way, it's just time for a change -- and they just broke the record for the longest reign in company history, which almost always means a loss shortly after. But why be so predictable?
I mean, Cesaro & Sheamus were still brought together because they hated each other and The New Day still wins the numbers game. So why just hand the belts off like that? Why not have the champs pull a move like they did twice this past Monday and use the numbers to their advantage? It adds drama to a fresh program and let's them build their run a little longer.
Prediction: New Day retains
Seth Rollins vs. Chris Jericho
This is Seth's first non-title PPV match in like 17 matches so I'm a little saddened, but this is an unreal match to have instead so I can't complain. The outcome of this match seems pretty obvious so let's look at some future possibilities instead.
Rollins is most certainly feuding with Triple H next. But how will we get there? Will Triple H interfere? We haven't seen him in forever and he has to come back some time, so why not? It really depends on when they want to fight, be it Mania or the Rumble. That will decide when and how he returns. I think we might have to wait a little more for that.
But is tonight where JeriKO start their true feud? I'll get to that later I guess. Unless Owens comes out to help his friend win? Or would that just anger Chris even more?
Prediction: Seth Rollins
Kevin Owens (c) vs. Roman Reigns -- WWE Universal Championship
First of all, Roman Reigns is a pussy for not putting his belt on the line here. Fuck you Crilley.
A lot of rumors were swirling around that Reigns would win the belt to be the double champ like WWE's newest rival, Conor McGregor, but I'm not buying it. I think KO and Y2J need to feud over the belt. Jericho's time with the company is fading away and he deserves one last shot at the belt. Not to mention how good their promos will be together and HAVE to be in the main event.
I think Jericho 100% comes out tonight to help Owens win. But it will only be because of how much he hates Roman Reigns. Owens will be happy about his best friend, Chris, helping him, and then Jericho might hit Owens with the Codebreaker to get things going. TBD.
Either way, I refuse to pick Reigns, especially going against Kevin Owens who owns the championship advantage. But Reigns will still be the US champ so not all is lost if he loses.
Prediction: Kevin Owens retains
Sasha Banks (c) vs. Charlotte -- 30 Minute Ironman Match for the Women's Title
Banks vs. Flair for the 30th time it seems like. They will obviously steal the show, but I've just seen it too many times. Charlotte doesn't lose on PPV and they've done nothing to build up the risk of the streak being broken, so it can't happen. I think Banks will trust Ric Flair too much who is 100% turning on her to get back with his daughter. Wouldn't it only make sense for the Dirtiest Player in the Game to cook up a master plan like this? The interesting thing though is the fact that there is no rematch after this. This is it. Thank god. We survived the longest feud with the most title changes ever.
Prediction: Charlotte
You know where to find me.
Little Besse
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Friday, December 9, 2016
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Sunday, December 4, 2016
WWE TLC Predictions
Main Card
Kalisto vs. Baron Corbin -- Chairs Match
This match is a lock to be a disappointment. Nobody cares about this feud at all and hopefully this is the official end of it.
Normal WWE booking suggests that we get a happy ending and the face comes out on top. But Corbin is supposed to be a big and nasty dude that should kick Kalisto's ass, and with the chair stipulation, I think that's what will happen here. Corbin needs to be pushed as a monster heel and a loss here just ruins his credibility (kind of like Bray Wyatt), and Kalisto will always be the underdog, so a loss on him is fine.
That's my pick. Onto the good matches.
Prediction: Baron Corbin
Heath Slater & Rhyno (c) vs. Bray Wyatt & Randy Orton -- Smackdown Tag Team Championships
Slater and Rhyno are still champions? I swear they haven't been on TV since they won the belts like 2 months ago. Wild.
This match SCREAMS Orton turning on Wyatt and giving up this charade, but I think it's more important to get the belts off of the current champs first and adding the belts to build to the inevitable turn for some extra drama.
Much like Orton ate a Reigns spear at Survivor Series to save his boss, I think he will eat a Gore from Rhyno (possibly turning it into an RKO?) to set Wyatt up for the pin. Let's give Bray a championship just once.
Prediction: Orton and Wyatt
The Miz (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler -- Intercontinental Championship
FINALLY!!! This has been announced as the official end of this feud and I could not be happier. This is a tough one to predict though. Do they want to keep it on Miz who has been KILLING his run as champ and give him a fresh feud with somebody else? Or do they want to give Ziggler a chance to take the title scene in a different direction?
My bold but not too bold prediction says that Miz will 100% feud with Daniel Bryan. Obviously, Bryan can't wrestle due to his injuries, but he can do it through someone else.
Bryan forced Miz into this title defense and that's why I think he might finally drop the belt for good. I think Ziggler will steal the match from the champ and that will piss the Miz off, leading to him getting in Daniel Bryan's face and furthering the tension between them. And as good as the Miz has been as champ, all good things must come to an end and I think we could all use a new IC title scene. Plus dropping the belt won't keep him off of TV because he's literally feuding with the guy who runs the show (assuming I'm right). So let's see where it goes but for now..
Prediction: Dolph Ziggler
Nikki Bella vs. Carmella -- No DQ Match
I ate a Butterfinger last night, so it's time for a Besse's Be Bolder Prediction Brought to You By Butterfinger.
I think Eva Marie was the one who attacked Nikki Bella at Survivor Series, and with the no DQ stipulation, I think she interferes here to help Carmella get the win and start a feud with Nikki Bella. Stay woke.
Also, I think Carmella sucks. She's corny as fuck.
Prediction: Carmella
Becky Lynch (c) vs. Alexa Bliss -- Smackdown Women's Championship Tables Match
All you need to know is that Alexa Bliss sealed her fate when she tossed Becky Lynch at the contract signing. No way she ends the night standing tall like that and then stays hot going into tonight to become the champ. No shot. WWE doesn't work that way.
Alexa Bliss is worthy of a title run, but Becky Lynch is starting to hit her stride so might as well stretch it out a little bit more.
I also think this is like the first women's tables match? Should be interesting.
Prediction: Becky Lynch
AJ Styles (c) vs. Dean Ambrose -- WWE Championship TLC Match
Since I'm dropping this blog late, I should drop it like my hands are slippery like Butterfingers so time for another Besse's Be Bolder Predictions Brought to You By Butterfinger.
1. James Ellsworth will turn heel and cost Dean the match while pairing up with the man who he is 3-0 against.
2. The Undertaker makes an appearance and starts a feud with AJ Styles.
SO.... I will combine the two. Check this out.
I think Ellsworth turns on Ambrose like I said, and while he stands in the middle of the ring with the Champ That Runs The Camp, the lights go out and Taker attacks them. This goes perfectly with my prediction from the Survivor Series blog where Taker beats Styles for the belt at Rumble and then drops it to Cena at Mania. Book it. LOCK IT UP.
Prediction: AJ Styles
I probably could've done better with this, but I just didn't have much to say on the matches so let's just see where tonight takes up.
As always.. @KButter_22
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Keefe Joins WEEI's Dale & Holley
And then Dale and Michael speak way to highly of me...
Thrilled to announce that I'll be joining WEEI and the @DaleEArnold & @MichaelSHolley Show! Thanks to everyone at 98.5 for 7 great years.
— Rich Keefe (@Keefe21) December 1, 2016
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Saturday, November 19, 2016
WWE Survivor Series Predictions
The WWE All-Star game will take place in Toronto this Sunday, but it's being advertised as a fantasy showdown between two guys who were booed out of the building the last time they wrestled each other 12 years ago.. can't wait.
I know my blogs have sucked lately but that's because I've been visiting my friends at other colleges on the same weekends as the PPV's.. sick brag, I have friends, nbd. But I'm back now an I'm going to give this everything I've got. Of the six matches we have, three of them are traditional Survivor Series matches. It's one thing to predict the winner, but there will be so many superstars in the ring with so many eliminations, so I'll try and predict the general pattern of the match. We also have two singles matches for titles with huge stipulations. One can move an entire division to the opposing brand while the other could potentially send the second most prestigious title in the company packing to Raw. And then there is the main event that could easily be the worst match of the night, but I'll get to that at the end of the blog.. sadly.
Main Card
Brian Kendrick (c) vs. Kalisto -- Cruiserweight Championship*
*if Kalisto wins, the entire Cruiserweight Division moves to Smackdown
Here's an interesting one. Brian Kendrick's ugly Captian Hook looking headass is defending his title against Kalisto, who has kinda been on the outside looking in on the Cruiserweights since he's on Smackdown and literally everyone else is on Raw. This is a tough one to predict because I thought the Cruiserweights should have been on Smackdown to begin with and that Brian Kendrick is lame as hell and shouldn't be the champ. But now that they've gotten the ball rolling, why should they change it up? Yeah, Smackdown was supposed to be the brand that was all about giving superstars the opportunities they deserved but weren't getting on Raw, but why would you send them to the two hour show when they're barely getting slots on the three hour show? I just don't see how they can consistently fit it in (pause) and that's one strike against Kalisto for me. On top of that, the Cruiserweight belt has already had two champions in it's short life thus far, why add a third? And why should it be Kalisto and not one of the guys who are actually helping build the brand? Kalisto already had his big underdog push not too long ago, and I think we can wait a little longer for another one. And with a potential Baron Corbin interference to cost Kalisto the match, there is just too much against him.
Prediction: Brian Kendrick & Raw retain the Cruiserweight Championship
The Miz (c) vs. Sami Zayn -- Intercontinental Championship*
*if Sami Zayn wins, the Intercontinental Championship moves to Raw
I think this match entirely depends on how the Kendrick match goes, but I'm pretty confident in my prediction for that one, so lets roll with it. First of all, I am so happy The Miz got his title back. Dolph can kick rocks. But you have to be realistic when looking at this match and a Sami Zayn win just doesn't add up. Throws off the whole equilibrium. Bad! And let's not forget who his opponent is. I mean, I love the guy, but The Miz is the biggest snake in the company and with so much on the line he will make sure he doesn't lose this match.
You also can't rule out the chance of Dolph Ziggler interfering. He JUST lost the belt and is the reason this cross-brand championship match is happening anyways. He was feeling cocky and laid down the open challenge to Raw but couldn't even hold the belt and make it to the match. LMAOOOOOO. But seriously, if Zayn steals the belt then Ziggler loses any chance at a title shot due to how far out of the picture he is in the main event scene. So I guess it's time for me to introduce Besse's Mild Predictions Brought To You By Buffalo Wild Wings.
I basically just laid it all out for you right there but I'll make it official. I think Dolph interferes in the match to get back at Miz but to lowkey keep the belt on Smackdown as well. Sami Zayn is probably gunna start cooking in the match making a title change seem like a lock, and both Miz and Dolph will sense that danger resulting in a DQ or distraction to keep the belt on Smackdown.
Prediction: The Miz retains
Team Smackdown vs. Team Raw -- 10 vs. 10 Tag Team Elimination Match
What the fuck is this? Seriously. We have the champs from both brands (Rhyno & Slater/The New Day) serving as captains for their respective teams, backed by the top contenders from each show (American Alpha & The Usos/Gallows and Anderson & Enzo and Cass), which is something, I guess. But then we have the odd couple of Sheamus and Cesaro who are rivals that were turned into a tag team and are having issues communicating which is hindering their chances of being champs despite both being top competitors. Riveting stuff that I've NEVER seen be for and will NEVER see again.
We also have an unbelievable sub-plot where The Shining Stars convinced R-Truth to trade The Golden Truth's spot on the team for a time share in Puerto Rico. Hopefully that goes somewhere.
Smackdown has The Hype Bros and Breezango. I've been too much of a hater on this match so I'm gunna bite my tongue, because I know somebody I've talked shit about will end up playing a huge role in the match.
Team Raw is too top heavy to not be favored here. They have three of the top four teams in the match, and with how weak the teams bringing up the rear are, that will be huge, because those three teams will be safe for a long time in this match. The only issue is the chemistry between the team. Gallows and Anderson have both said they're willing to stab their teammates in the back while Cesaro and Sheamus have yet to agree on something and are sure to either disappear during the match or somehow get the other one pinned. What Smackdown has going for them is the fact that their brand related rivalries haven't really been brought up during the build for this.
I think Breezango will get eliminated instantly. Same with the Shining Stars.
I also think Slater and Rhyno will see a surprising early exit from this.
Cesaro and Sheamus will do something stupid to get themselves eliminated. Unless this is where they decide to figure it out but that's doubtful.
I predict it will come down to New Day, Enzo and Cass, and The Club vs. American Alpha and The Usos where Team Smackdown will have their backs against the walls before putting up an offensive showcase to steal the win from the favored team. Hopefully this will be a way to establish American Alpha as a true powerhouse up on the main roster.
Prediction: Team Smackdown w/ American Alpha & The Usos
Team Smackdown Women vs. Team Raw Women -- 5 on 5 Elimination Match
There are two things working against Team Smackdown here. For starters, Team Raw is way better. On top of that, the main event Survivor Series match will 100% be the tie breaker of the three and since I have Team Smackdown winning the 10 vs. 10 match, they have to lose the women's match.
Raw has Alicia Fox to offer up for tribute and I'll bet that a Nia Jax elimination will be used as some momentum for Nikki Bella, Alexa Bliss, and Becky Lynch to make a run before being stopped short by Bayley, Charlotte (who could get cocky and get herself eliminated) and Sasha Banks.
I don't think it's much of a fight.
Prediction: Team Raw w/ Charlotte, Sasha Banks, and Bayley
Team Smackdown vs. Team Raw -- 5 on 5 Elimination Match
In what is surely to be the tie breaker for the night we see a heavily favored Team Raw with Kevin Owens, Chris Jericho, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and Braun Strowman take on Team Smackdown with AJ Styles, Dean Ambrose, Bray Wyatt, Randy Orton, and Shane McMahon.
Everything about this suggests that Team Smackdown will get the win to try and close the perceived gap between the brands, but nowadays I don't know. Raw is by far the flagship show now more than ever and it seems like whenever Smackdown is about to get a break, Vince McMahon swoops in and makes sure it doesn't happen. Not that I have an issue with that.
My main reasoning for picking Raw is because I'm thinking ahead. And also because I haven't made a Besse's Bold Prediction Brought To You By Butterfinger lately.
Yeah Steph McMahon threatened the jobs of Team Raw, but Undertaker threatened Smackdown's souls, and if he's coming back for one last run, this should be how he inserts himself into the picture.
I think Styles' cockiness is going to cost the team the match which will set the Undertaker off and set up a title match between the two at Wrestlemania. This will then set up the Cena/Undertaker showdown at Wrestle Mania 33 that everyone is expecting which will not only be Undertaker's last match but also Cena's record title win. Get two birds stoned at once.
I think Strowman will eventually eliminated both Wyatts and Shane-O-Mac because I know he hates him. But don't be surprised if Shane pins Braun for a huge pop.
This is also a chance to cause some tension in JeriKO by having one get the other eliminated, be it Jericho distracting KO and getting him rolled up, or Owens not helping his friend in need. But I would love to see the two of them stand tall at the end together. I love them so much.
Hopefully Roman Reigns gets eliminated right away, that would be sick. But knowing WWE Creative he will stage a huge comeback to save the day and I will puke.
My money is on the final 3 being The Shield and Rollins and Reigns power bomb Ambrose to end the match.
Prediction: Team Raw w/ Rollins and Reigns
Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar
I really have nothing to say about this. Lesnar is going to win. Goldberg will make it a fight. Buy WWE 2K17. Goldberg's son gets to see his dad wrestle and make it into the Hall of Fame. Everybody wins.
Prediction: Brock Lesnar
It'll be an interesting card and my picks could easily be flipped, so we will see.
Little Besse
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Fantasy Football: Week 11 Pick Ups
- Robert Kelly, RB, Washington Redskins (owned in 45.4% of ESPN leagues)
- C.J. Prosise, RB, Seattle Seahawks (30.8%)
- Eli Rogers, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers (20.9%)
- Giants D/ST (36.6%) vs. Chicago Bears
- Ka'Deem Carey, RB, Chicago Beara (2.2%) (If Howard is out)
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Monday, October 31, 2016
Best and Worst Ceremonial First Pitches
How George Bush's first pitch (while wearing a bulletproof vest) at Game 3 of 2001 World Series compares to other first pitches pic.twitter.com/M4FEERYlGS
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) October 31, 2016
Sunday, October 30, 2016
Besse's Brief Blog: Halloween Edition
Away on business again. Typing this from my phone. Never question my integrity and courage again. Let's get into this.
Predictions:
Alexander, Dorado & Sin Cara def. Nese, Gulak & Daivari
Dana Brooke def. Bayley
Gallows & Anderson def. Enzo & Cass
TJ Perkins (c) retains vs. Brian Kendrick
The New Day (c) retains vs. Cesaro & Sheamus
Roman Reigns (c) retains vs. Rusev
Kevin Owens (c) retains vs. Seth Rollins
Sasha Banks (c) retains vs. Charlotte
Predictions:
Alexander, Dorado & Sin Cara def. Nese, Gulak & Daivari
Dana Brooke def. Bayley
Gallows & Anderson def. Enzo & Cass
TJ Perkins (c) retains vs. Brian Kendrick
The New Day (c) retains vs. Cesaro & Sheamus
Roman Reigns (c) retains vs. Rusev
Kevin Owens (c) retains vs. Seth Rollins
Sasha Banks (c) retains vs. Charlotte
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Thursday, October 20, 2016
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Fantasy Football Week 7 Pick Ups
Not including names I've already mentioned earlier in the year such as James White, Cameron Meredith, Jay Ajayi, etc.
Kendall Wright, WR, Tennessee Titans - 8 receptions, 133 yards, TD last week
Ty Montgomery, WR, Green Bay Packers - 10 receptions, 98 yards, 3 rushes, 6 yards (2 fumbles)
Knile Davis, RB, Green Bay Packers - Just traded by Chiefs to Green Bay
Pierre Garcon, WR, Washington Redskins - 11 receptions/ 18 targets last 2 weeks
Marcus Mariota, QB, Tennessee Titans - 6 TD passes last 2 weeks, #8 Fantasy QB
Giants D/ST - vs. Rams... London game
Kendall Wright, WR, Tennessee Titans - 8 receptions, 133 yards, TD last week
Ty Montgomery, WR, Green Bay Packers - 10 receptions, 98 yards, 3 rushes, 6 yards (2 fumbles)
Knile Davis, RB, Green Bay Packers - Just traded by Chiefs to Green Bay
Pierre Garcon, WR, Washington Redskins - 11 receptions/ 18 targets last 2 weeks
Marcus Mariota, QB, Tennessee Titans - 6 TD passes last 2 weeks, #8 Fantasy QB
Giants D/ST - vs. Rams... London game
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Fantasy Football Week 6 Pick Ups
- Jeremy Kerley, WR, San Francisco 49ers (14 catches, 190 yards, 2 TDs over last 2 games)
- Sammie Coates, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers (6-139-2TDs last week, 19 targets over last 2 games)
- Cameron Meredith, WR, Chicago Bears (9-130-1TD in 1st game without Kevin White)
- Kenny Britt, WR, Los Angeles Rams (at least 4 catches in all 5 games, 67+ yards in 4/5, no TDs yet)
- James White, RB, New England Patriots (owned in 38.5% of leagues, Brady's back)
Monday, October 10, 2016
Saturday, October 8, 2016
Besse's Brief Blog: No Mercy Edition
I'm spending my Columbus Day Weekend doing some business on the college circuit so I'll be keeping this one short and sweet. Also, my flag football team is undefeated heading into the playoffs and we've won half of our games by slaughter rule so that fact that I'm still taking the time to write these blogs says a lot about me as a person. Let's get this going.
Pre-Show
Baron Corbin vs. Jack Swagger
Get Jack Swagger the fuck off of my TV. Make the guy with a chance of a future win this and don't fuck it up by dragging this feud out and making it an actual thing.
Prediction: Baron Corbin
Main Card
Curt Hawkins vs. TBD
It would be really weird to have Curt Hawkins lose his re-debut here, unless they're debuting somebody else as well. Then it would make sense. But it's probably Kane.
Prediction: Curt Hawkins
Nikki Bella vs. Carmella
This feud has been in the making ever since Nikki Bella came back and now we're starting to get some action. Nikki could demolish Carmella here, but I think the Queen of Staten Island steals a win to get the ball rolling on this.
Prediction: Carmella
Randy Orton vs. Bray Wyatt
What the fuck is this? I really thought we were getting a top notch program between these two guys but it's just been an incredibly awkward game of hide and go seek. One thing they have done well though is keep the winner of this feud in the dark. I really have no clue who is going to win this since both guys need wins pretty badly. But Bray did attack Orton at the last PPV so I think The Viper will get one back, unless Brother Bray is actually getting a push for once in his life.
Prediction: Randy Orton
The Miz (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler -- Intercontinental Championship/Dolph's Retirement
Apparently Dolph Ziggler might actually be retiring from in-ring action and stepping into an agent role, so this could be a legit send off.. sad!
The Miz has been killing it on this run and I don't want him to lose the belt. Of course, with the retirement stipulation, who knows if it's actually true, so Dolph COULD win, but if he really wants to take a step back then lets keep the Miz Train rolling!
P.S. What happens if the match ends in a Miz DQ? Miz retains and Dolph stays? HM.
Prediction: The Miz Retains
Heath Slater & Rhyno (c) vs. The Usos -- Smackdown Tag Team Championships
It was fun while it lasted but The Usos are so obviously taking this one.
At least Heath got the new pool and double wide trailer. RIP in peace to the greatest tag team title run in WWE history.
Prediction: The Usos
Becky Lynch (c) vs. Alexa Bliss -- Smackdown Women's Championship
Alexa Bliss and her Harley Quinn look really gets me going but she just isn't winning this one. Not no way, not no how.
Prediction: Becky Lynch Retains
AJ Styles (c) vs. Dean Ambrose vs. John Cena --WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Cena will tie Flair's record eventually, but now is not the time. AJ Styles is having one of the greatest years in wrestling of all time (don't @ me) and taking the belt off of him this quickly just doesn't feel right for anybody in this. Styles has beat Cena clean and currently has his number and Ambrose is coming off of a somewhat underwhelming title run although he has looked a lot better since dropping the title. Maybe he really does thrive as the guy chasing the title instead of holding it?
Prediction: AJ Styles Retains
You know where to find me.
- Little Besse
Pre-Show
Baron Corbin vs. Jack Swagger
Get Jack Swagger the fuck off of my TV. Make the guy with a chance of a future win this and don't fuck it up by dragging this feud out and making it an actual thing.
Prediction: Baron Corbin
Main Card
Curt Hawkins vs. TBD
It would be really weird to have Curt Hawkins lose his re-debut here, unless they're debuting somebody else as well. Then it would make sense. But it's probably Kane.
Prediction: Curt Hawkins
Nikki Bella vs. Carmella
This feud has been in the making ever since Nikki Bella came back and now we're starting to get some action. Nikki could demolish Carmella here, but I think the Queen of Staten Island steals a win to get the ball rolling on this.
Prediction: Carmella
Randy Orton vs. Bray Wyatt
What the fuck is this? I really thought we were getting a top notch program between these two guys but it's just been an incredibly awkward game of hide and go seek. One thing they have done well though is keep the winner of this feud in the dark. I really have no clue who is going to win this since both guys need wins pretty badly. But Bray did attack Orton at the last PPV so I think The Viper will get one back, unless Brother Bray is actually getting a push for once in his life.
Prediction: Randy Orton
The Miz (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler -- Intercontinental Championship/Dolph's Retirement
Apparently Dolph Ziggler might actually be retiring from in-ring action and stepping into an agent role, so this could be a legit send off.. sad!
The Miz has been killing it on this run and I don't want him to lose the belt. Of course, with the retirement stipulation, who knows if it's actually true, so Dolph COULD win, but if he really wants to take a step back then lets keep the Miz Train rolling!
P.S. What happens if the match ends in a Miz DQ? Miz retains and Dolph stays? HM.
Prediction: The Miz Retains
Heath Slater & Rhyno (c) vs. The Usos -- Smackdown Tag Team Championships
It was fun while it lasted but The Usos are so obviously taking this one.
At least Heath got the new pool and double wide trailer. RIP in peace to the greatest tag team title run in WWE history.
Prediction: The Usos
Becky Lynch (c) vs. Alexa Bliss -- Smackdown Women's Championship
Alexa Bliss and her Harley Quinn look really gets me going but she just isn't winning this one. Not no way, not no how.
Prediction: Becky Lynch Retains
AJ Styles (c) vs. Dean Ambrose vs. John Cena --WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Cena will tie Flair's record eventually, but now is not the time. AJ Styles is having one of the greatest years in wrestling of all time (don't @ me) and taking the belt off of him this quickly just doesn't feel right for anybody in this. Styles has beat Cena clean and currently has his number and Ambrose is coming off of a somewhat underwhelming title run although he has looked a lot better since dropping the title. Maybe he really does thrive as the guy chasing the title instead of holding it?
Prediction: AJ Styles Retains
You know where to find me.
- Little Besse
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Fantasy Football Week 5 Pick Ups
Denver QB vs. ATL (Trevor Semian OR Paxton Lynch)
Buffalo Bills WR Robert Woods
San Diego Chargers WR Dontrelle Inman
Baltimore Ravens RB Terrence West
Los Angeles Rams D/ST (vs. Bills this week)
Buffalo Bills WR Robert Woods
San Diego Chargers WR Dontrelle Inman
Baltimore Ravens RB Terrence West
Los Angeles Rams D/ST (vs. Bills this week)
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
Saturday, October 1, 2016
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Fantasy Football Week 4 Pick Ups
Players owned in less than 50% of ESPN.com leagues.
Jordan Howard, RB, Chicago Bears (15.9%) Langford is out 4-6 weeks.
Terrelle Pryor, WR, Cleveland Browns (28%) Doing everything right now.
Cameron Artis-Payne, RB, Carolina Panthers (21.9%) While Stewart is out.
Kyle Rudolph, TE, Minnesota Vikings (40.7%) Currently #2 TE in fantasy.
Kenneth Dixon, RB, Baltimore Ravens (14%) Could make debut Week 4.
Jordan Howard, RB, Chicago Bears (15.9%) Langford is out 4-6 weeks.
Terrelle Pryor, WR, Cleveland Browns (28%) Doing everything right now.
Cameron Artis-Payne, RB, Carolina Panthers (21.9%) While Stewart is out.
Kyle Rudolph, TE, Minnesota Vikings (40.7%) Currently #2 TE in fantasy.
Kenneth Dixon, RB, Baltimore Ravens (14%) Could make debut Week 4.
Monday, September 26, 2016
Saturday, September 24, 2016
WWE Raw Clash of Champions Preview
Pre-Show
Nia Jax vs. Alicia Fox
It's not about IF Jax is going to win. It's about how and how fast she will win. There really isn't much more to write about this match. Jax should squash Fox and continue to squash the lower card woman superstars until Creative feels that her time for a title run has come.
Prediction: Nia Jax
Enzo & Cass vs. The Shining Stars
At the time of writing this blog, I'm not even sure if this match is on the card or not, but if it is I don't want to miss an easy win. The Shining Stars are just glorified jobbers who can keep a match interesting which in turn makes wins over them look more impressive than they really are. So let's view this potential match as a showcase for both teams, specifically Enzo & Cass and hope that something cool happens.
I think it's getting to the time where The New Day should drop the belts and stick together while pursuing singles titles. Could work and it allows for some fresh feuds in the tag team division.
Prediction: Enzo & Cass
Main Card
Chris Jericho vs. Sami Zayn
Sami Zayn has me a little lost and I can't be the only one who thinks that. I mean, what does he really have outside of his rivalry with Kevin Owens? It's most likely Creative's fault, but I can only go off of what I've seen with my own two eyes, and that is that Zayn's purpose in this company is to always be the underdog to The Prize Fighter. But now we have an interesting twist with KO's best friend Y2J (which is the most genuine friendship I've ever seen and will never break up) is doing the dirty work for his buddy.
In my opinion, Zayn still has to prove himself more to get a title shot, and this match could be a step in the right direction. But since he beat Owens in their last PPV match, I think he needs to be knocked down a few pegs before climbing back up again. Plus I love Y2JeriKO with all of my heart and never want them to lose again.
Prediction: Chris Jericho
Cesaro vs. Seamus -- Match 7
Well who saw this coming?? Cesaro the babyface dropping 3 straight to his rival and suffering from an injury just to claw his way back to a 3-3 series, forcing a game 7.
Everything that the WWE has ever done suggests that Cesaro wins this one. But what I'm about to tell you might make it a little deeper than that. So take a seat, grab a drink, and eat a Besse's Be Bolder Picks Brought to You By Butterfinger
I originally had Seamus winning this match, but midway through this bold prediction I talked myself into a completely different idea. Cesaro was pissed he went to Raw on Draft Night and is still frustrated with his lack of a push, right? And isn't The Miz demanding a trade from Smackdown? So how about Cesaro wins this 7 match series that has literally NOTHING on the line. After winning and receiving no push, his frustration will continue to grow. On Tuesday nights, The Miz will keep going against his GM and building up more and more animosity between the two until Daniel Bryan has had enough. Then, once The Miz drops his belt, he gets traded to Raw for Cesaro and Cesaro enters into the IC Title picture where he belongs while Miz is doing his thing on Monday nights.
Just something to think about.
Prediction: Cesaro
TJ Perkins (c) vs. Brian Kendrick -- WWE Cruiserweight Championship
Admittedly, I am not too familiar with the Cruiserweight Division. But don't hate, I'm just a college student who got logged out of his friends WWE Network account and doesn't have the password anymore, so please be understanding. I will say, I am familiar with Brian Kendrick from his old WWE runs as a tag team champ and I also know that he trained Eva Marie, so I fucking hate him.
Perkins on the other hand seems exciting and I know he tore the house down in the Crusierweight Classic.
Kendrick is pretty old and will probably get a chance with the belt at some point but having Perkins lose in his first time on TV seems lame IMO so
Prediction: TJ Perkins
Rusev (c) vs. Roman Reigns -- United States Championship
This is a pretty crucial match for Roman Reigns. This is the match that will determine post-suspension Roman's place in the pecking order. Is he a main eventer, or is he going to rule the mid-card for a while before returning to the Universal Title scene?
Personally, I think he could make a good US Champ. He needs to build up a good mid-card run before a title push and in my mind that will get him over as champ. I only say that because in this feud I've actually liked Roman, so it only makes sense that this feud has kind of taken a back seat and been a slow burn since their last match.
Anyways, I think it's time for a solid mid-card run for Roman, expect both men to look strong.
Prediction: Roman Reigns
The New Day (c) vs. Gallows & Anderson -- WWE Tag Team Championships
Gallows & Anderson are as corny as it gets but it's made for a pretty good rivalry with The New Day.
Both teams are awesome to watch in the ring and can cut good promos together, but I think The New Day have done as much as they possibly can with the belts, so why not switch it up? I mean, The New Day could easily stick together but support each other in runs for singles titles and everyone would still watch. It's just time for some change.
Prediction: Gallows & Anderson
Charlotte (c) vs. Sasha Banks vs. Bayley
Sasha pins Bayley starting a new program for the belt while Charlotte feuds with Dana Brooke. Keep it simple and let these women main event a PPV because we've seen just how good that is.
Prediction: Sasha Banks
Kevin Owens (c) vs. Seth Rollins -- WWE Universal Championship
How good is Kevin Owens? Well he's held the Universal Championship longer than every wrestler ever.. COMBINED.
Seriously though, is there any way Triple H DOESN'T get involved in this match? He's been off TV long enough and Mick Foley is trusting Steph again, so why not fuck that up?
But Owens really doesn't ned anything like The Authority to back him up, and it doesn't seem like he's really with them like Rollins was. I think this is more of an Anti-Rollins thing than it is Pro-Owens, but that's even more of a reason for Triple H to interfere.
And maybe this is rude of me to say, but I will say it anyways. I know Seth Rollins is my guy and I love him, but I am TIRED of The Shield running the main event. So let's have Rollins lose so we can get a fresh main event scene, huh? Please?
Prediction: Kevin Owens retains
-- Little Besse
Friday, September 23, 2016
Kevin Garnett Retires
21 NBA Seasons
17.8 points per game
10.0 rebounds per game
3.7 assists per game
1.3 steals per game
1.4 blocks per game
2004 NBA MVP
15-time NBA All-Star
2003 All-Star Game MVP
2008 NBA Champion
4-time All-NBA 1st Team
3-time All-NBA 2nd Team
2-time All-NBA 3rd Team
2008 NBA Defensive Player of the Year
9-time NBA All-Defensive 1st Team
3-time NBA All-Defensive 2nd Team
McDonald's All-American
2000 Olympic Gold Medalist
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Fantasy Football Week 3 Pick Ups
Kenyan Drake, RB, Miami Dolphins (1.6% owned)
Arian Foster is "day-to-day" and he probably will be for the rest of the season or until he is finally ruled out. Drake is a 3rd round pick who seems to be viewed in a higher light than Jay Ajayi. The former Alabama back had 2 carries last week vs. NE but one went for a TD. He should see much more action in Week 3 vs. Cleveland.
Jerick McKinnon, RB, Minnesota Vikings (24.4%)
If AP is out this week or longer, McKinnon should be the next man up and any potential lead RB is worth at least owning in Fantasy.
Jacob Tamme, TE, Atlanta Falcons (10.9%)
11 catches for 126 yards and a TD thru the first 2 weeks of the season is nothing to sneeze at. Matt Ryan is going to chuck the ball a lot, their D is going to give up a lot of points, so Tamme is in a good spot. Throw in a Week 3 match up against the Saints and you got something there.
Quincy Enunwa, WR, New York Jets (5.6%)
Who has the most catches for the Jets thru 2 weeks? Nope not Marshall. Not Decker. It's this guy. Throw in the fact that Marshall is banged up and jump on Enunwa.
Victor Cruz, WR, New York Giants (42.3%)
So far so good in the return of Victor Cruz. 4 receptions in each of the first 2 games with 100+ totals yards and a score. This is another offense that will chuck it all over the place. There's enough for Beckham, Shepard, and Cruz to all put up solid numbers.
Arian Foster is "day-to-day" and he probably will be for the rest of the season or until he is finally ruled out. Drake is a 3rd round pick who seems to be viewed in a higher light than Jay Ajayi. The former Alabama back had 2 carries last week vs. NE but one went for a TD. He should see much more action in Week 3 vs. Cleveland.
Jerick McKinnon, RB, Minnesota Vikings (24.4%)
If AP is out this week or longer, McKinnon should be the next man up and any potential lead RB is worth at least owning in Fantasy.
Jacob Tamme, TE, Atlanta Falcons (10.9%)
11 catches for 126 yards and a TD thru the first 2 weeks of the season is nothing to sneeze at. Matt Ryan is going to chuck the ball a lot, their D is going to give up a lot of points, so Tamme is in a good spot. Throw in a Week 3 match up against the Saints and you got something there.
Quincy Enunwa, WR, New York Jets (5.6%)
Who has the most catches for the Jets thru 2 weeks? Nope not Marshall. Not Decker. It's this guy. Throw in the fact that Marshall is banged up and jump on Enunwa.
Victor Cruz, WR, New York Giants (42.3%)
So far so good in the return of Victor Cruz. 4 receptions in each of the first 2 games with 100+ totals yards and a score. This is another offense that will chuck it all over the place. There's enough for Beckham, Shepard, and Cruz to all put up solid numbers.
Monday, September 19, 2016
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Monday, September 12, 2016
Sunday, September 11, 2016
CM Punk Taps; UFC 203 Results
MAIN CARD:
Stipe Miocic (c) def. Alistair Overeem via KO (Round 1, 4:27) for UFC Heavyweight Title
Fabricio Werdum def. Travis Browne via unanimous decision
Mickey Gall def. CM Punk via submission (rear-naked choke) (Round 1, 2:14)
Jimmie Rivera def. Urijah Faber via unanimous decision
Jessica Andrade def. Joanne Calderwood via submission (guillotine) (Round 1, 4:38)
UNDERCARD:
Bethe Correia def. Jessica Eye via split decision
Brad Tavares def. Caio Magalhaes via split decision
Nik Lentz def. Michael McBride via TKO (Round 2, 4:17)
Drew Dober def. Jason Gonzalez via TKO (Round 1, 1:45)
Yancy Medeiros def. Sean Spencer via submission (rear-naked choke) (Round 2, 0:49)
Saturday, September 10, 2016
WWE Backlash Predictions
With Fall comes change, and for the first time in about 5 years we will be tuning in to a Smackdown exclusive pay per view. Admittedly, I was very disappointed in Smackdown on Draft Day. I thought guys like Cesaro and Sami Zayn needed to be on the Blue Brand in order to truly showcase their talents (even now on Raw they haven't gotten much in terms of opportunities). But Smackdown has actually really impressed me on TV since the draft and I think that Backlash will be a great start for the brand exclusive PPVs.
I've never been one to brag on this platform. I'm as humble as it gets for a former $WWE shareholder who made a nearly 25% profit, a BJ's Club Member, and a WWE blogger with a .672 winning percentage at pay-per-views. So this brand split won't affect me in the slightest. I'm just gunna keep chugging along blogging my ass of TWICE a month now to bring you the most accurate sports entertainment predictions in the world.
Let's look at the card.
Pre-Show
As far as I know, there are no matches on any type of pre-show which is nice.
Main Card
The Usos vs. The Hype Bros -- Smackdown Tag Team Championship Tournament Semi-Final
After The Usos (finally) turned heel, they decided to attack the clear favorites in the tournament and injure Chad Gable's knee. Scumbags. But I'm totally ok with that because to be honest, I think Slater and Rhyno are more over than American Alpha are at this time.. don't @ me. But now picking these matches has become more fun because how could anyone NOT pick American Alpha?
Anyways, now that they're out of the finals we have to have another semi-final match featuring the two teams that were eliminated in said round.. seems a bit unfair to potentially reward The Usos after what they did, but hey, it's the WWE.
I would love to pick Mojo and Ryder but I have to use my brain here. The Usos lurk at the top of the tag team scene at all times so they're gunna win this match to stay in their spot. Perhaps another post match beat down will happen too to keep this means streak alive.
Prediction: The Usos
The Miz (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler -- Intercontinental Championship
I love Mike Mizanin and I don't care who knows. I watched him on The Real World and remember his debut winning streak back when I was in 5th grade like it was yesterday, but he's currently putting in some of his greatest work and I don't want it to stop.
The narrative for this match has been that Miz isn't a deserving champion. In Dolph's last feud he was out to prove that he belongs, and despite losing, I think he did that. So now it's The Miz's turn to prove himself. If anything, he deserves the win on his mic work alone and I'm hoping that Dolph's knack for losing big matches shows on Sunday too because there is no reason to take the belt off of The Miz and his hot wife.
Prediction: The Miz
Randy Orton vs. Bray Wyatt
God. Fucking. Dammit.
For just once in my life I want this Bray Wyatt, The Eater of Worlds, to get into a program where he truly establishes himself as the face of fear. I mean seriously, will there ever be a time where Bray just goes on a winning streak to truly take The Undertaker's spot? Whatever.
Randy Orton is coming off of getting his skull bashed in by Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam and I don't think he can afford a loss here unless the whole point of this is that Orton is losing it, but I don't think so. And WWE has already shown that they don't think Bray needs wins to stay on top, which at this point is sad but true. So I'd expect a nice bounce back win for Randy Orton, maybe with a Sister Abigail reversed into an RKO, but both guys will come out of this looking good.
Prediction: Randy Orton
The Usos vs. Rhyno & Heath Slater -- Smackdown Tag Team Championship Tournament Final
Assuming my pick is correct this is what we're looking at for a final. Who saw it coming? I want Slater and Rhyno to win so fucking bad and I've almost convinced myself that they will. And seriously, why not do it? What else will come out of this? Slater and Rhyno have a miscommunication to cost them the match and break up leading to a feud? Who actually wants to watch that? Or will they stay together and chase the belts? I feel like the randomness of their partnership could grow stale. There is such a small window for these two guys, and even if it's a short run, think about how great it could be!
But then reality has to set in.
American Alpha has a bone to pick with The Usos after what they did, and these two aren't going to feud unless the belt is on the line and Gable won't be out for long. The Usos' mean streak will continue and they will serve as a heel team for all of these face tag teams to chase.
So Sadly..
Prediction: The Usos
Nikki Bella vs. Becky Lynch vs. Natalya vs. Naomi vs. Carmella vs. Alexa Bliss -- Six Pack Challenge -- Smackdown Women's Championship
Before I dive into this, let's just knock Carmella and Alexa Bliss out of the running to win this match. Neither of them have even had a PPV singles match before and to imagine them as champs is hilarious. So let's continue.
Natalya has been on an incredibly boring heel run and I don't see her being a champ any time soon, if ever, and Naomi is great but hasn't shown that she's ready to be a champ.
Basically what I'm saying is that this is between Nikki Bella and Becky Lynch and it could easily go either way.
Becky Lynch has been such an underdog since she's come up and it's only a matter of time before she has some gold around her waist. But now she's going toe to toe with one of the best women in the company in Nikki Bella who is finally back after her neck injury and looked DOMINANT in her return at SummerSlam.
I think Becky will have a near fall that get's the crowd going, but in the end, it'll be Nikki Bella pinning one of the other wrestlers with her modified Rack Attack/AA hybrid.
Prediction: Nikki Bella
Dean Ambrose (c) vs AJ Styles -- WWE World Championship
Don't do it. Please don't make me say it. Seriously.
I have been so underwhelmed by Dean Ambrose's championship run. His mic work has been solid, but have you noticed that his matches are just the same shit over and over again?
I mean, he doesn't have that outstanding of a move-set and his matches are pretty cookie cutter, but I'm still a Dean guy, it's just time to move on.
I don't have much to write about the match itself honestly. AJ Styles has been a hilarious obnoxious heel and is more than deserving of a title run. Let's just shake things up with the brand split, eh?
Prediction: AJ Styles
You know where to find me..
Little Besse xoxo
Friday, September 9, 2016
2016 NFL Standings Predictions
AFC:
East - Patriots
North - Steelers
South - Jaguars
West - Chiefs
Wild Card: Jets, Broncos
AFC Championship: Patriots over Steelers
NFC:
East - Giants
North - Packers
South - Falcons
West - Cardinals
Wild Card: Bears, Seahawks
NFC Championship: Packers over Cardinals
Super Bowl: Packers over Patriots
Individual Awards:
MVP - Aaron Rodgers, QB, Green Bay Packers
Defensive Player of the Year - Patrick Peterson, CB, Arizona Cardinals
Offensive Rookie of the Year - Ezekiel Elliot, RB, Dallas Cowboys
Defensive Rookie of the Year - Jalen Ramsey, DB, Jacksonville Jaguars
Head Coach - Gus Bradley, Jacksonville Jaguars
1st Head Coach Fired - Mike McCoy, San Diego Chargers
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
#DORK Blog
Exciting news blog fans! There is now a #DORK blog... http://dorkpodcast.blogspot.com
We will still occasionally post #DORK type stuff here on The Brief, including podcast episodes. But for the majority of your movie, TV, video game, graphic novel needs please head over to http://dorkpodcast.blogspot.com
The plan is to make The Brief more sports focused. And by sports focused, I of course mean WWE, UFC, Fantasy Football, and what not. There will be overlap between the two blogs as well. If you were already visiting The Brief, first off Thank You, and second please book mark http://dorkpodcast.blogspot.com as well.
We will still occasionally post #DORK type stuff here on The Brief, including podcast episodes. But for the majority of your movie, TV, video game, graphic novel needs please head over to http://dorkpodcast.blogspot.com
The plan is to make The Brief more sports focused. And by sports focused, I of course mean WWE, UFC, Fantasy Football, and what not. There will be overlap between the two blogs as well. If you were already visiting The Brief, first off Thank You, and second please book mark http://dorkpodcast.blogspot.com as well.
Monday, September 5, 2016
2016 GCFFL Draft Results
2016 GCFFL Draft is in the books. Here are the results.
Keefe = Gotham City Rogues
Besse = I Sit When I Pee
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