The Degenerate Digest v.152
- Dec 31, 2025
- 4 min read
Holy shit what has it been, 84 years since the first round of the playoffs? There’s no way for the NCAA to slide this round in sooner so that way the New Years Day games are the semi-finals?
It’s all about perspective I guess. The longer it takes for the games to be played just means there is more time with our beloved sport before it’s over for 7 months.
This round in particular came out pretty deece. Sure, were the ‘anti-Tulane and JMU’s’ of the world spouting ‘I told you so’s’? Yes. But those people suck. Let’s take a brief moment to celebrate the 2nd half performance by JMU, who took a winning round away from us degenerate’s, and instead ended their season with pride. They deserved it.
I usually have a team that I’m ride or die with at this point in the season, but I am an honest man and therefore I will not lie - I don’t. I can see any team in this round making a run to a national championship. The largest favorite on the board is less than 10 points. You have to give credit where credit is due, all these teams belong. With that said, there are so many factors to consider for these games. The neutral sites, the weather, the rest vs rust, etc. Lot’s to consider, but that just means lots of opportunity. Let’s start the New Year out proper.
(10) Miami v (2) Ohio State: Alt Line Parlay, Ohio State -2.5 & Under 47.5
The first alt line parlay of the post-season is coming to you from Arlington. Not really sure how the crowd will look here, but I have to give a slight edge to Ohio State only because their fans are quite used to traveling this time of year. The rest v rust factor obviously comes into play with Ohio State having 25 DAYS (HUH!? WHAT ARE WE DOING) since they last competed. If you had asked me 25 DAYS ago how I think this game would go, I would say Ohio State wins by 17+. But since it’s been 25 DAYS, I have to think it will take them a bit to get going. Especially since 25 DAYS ago, they could only muster 10 points against the Hoosiers. On the other side of the ball, I do respect Miami. I really do. The only reason I can’t give them my vote of confidence today, however, is because of their conference. The ACC was an absolute dumpster fire this year. And we already talked about how the Texas A&M team they faced in the first round was fraudulent. I just can’t do it. Their defensive front will cause problems for Julian Sayin, and Carson Beck might be able to shine on a drive or two. But at the end of the day, if you’re going to get into a defensive chess match, I trust Ryan Day over Mario Cristobal to scheme up something to advance to the semi-finals.
Final Score: Ohio State 24, Miami 17
(5) Oregon v (4) Texas Tech: Oregon -2.5
I never like betting Oregon when it matters. They fucked us last week in that second half simply because they know I never like betting Oregon when it matters. And here I am again, a jackass betting Oregon when it matters, even though I never like it. I really should see somebody.
I just look at Texas Tech somewhat similarly to how I looked at Texas A&M last round. Don’t get me wrong - they’ve had a phenomenal campaign. Loads of talent taking advantage of NIL. Defense is rockstar. And there have been parts of the season where the offense as a whole was producing at some of the best rates in the country. But. They beat up on BYU twice, Utah in mid September, and lost to Arizona State? I just can’t look at that resume and be ready to go against and Oregon team that is always in the hunt this time of year. Do the Ducks tend to duff it? Always. Just not sure it will be this round.
Final Score: Oregon 27, Texas Tech 21
(9) Alabama v (1) Indiana:
Joey Digest, you didn’t write a pick. Well that’s because I haven’t made one yet. Let’s list out some bullet points below before I make my decision…
Rose Bowl, going to be raining heavily. Sad for the Rose Bowl.
Since it will be raining, I give a slight edge to Indiana. They just feel like more of a squad to not be phased by those kinds of elements.
The Rose will look good on either team's color scheme, no advantage there.
Oh right, the rain. This will heavily favor teams that can run the ball.
Alabama can’t run the ball.
Indiana is the 11th best team on the ground, and Alabama is the 31st against the run.
Both quarterbacks might be on the spectrum.
I don’t know if my dog will love me again if I am not rooting for the Tide in some capacity.
74% of the bets and 65% of the money is on Alabama.
Indiana hasn’t played in 26 DAYS!
That list really didn’t help my decision whatsoever.
(9) Alabama v (1) Indiana: Under 48, Indiana Total Rushing Yards Over 142.5, Alabama Receiving Yards Over 251.5
All separate bets by the way for those of you who have not been following my formatting for the last 9 years.
Final Score: Roll Tide (Whiskey can’t read in parentheses so really Indiana 27, Alabama 20)
(6) Ole Miss v (3) Georgia: Georgia -6, Over 55.5
Just give me a fun finale to head into the semis with. That’s all I really want out of this game. Hit me with another shootout between these two squads and Georgia’s experience on the field and on the sidelines take over at the end.
Final Score: Georgia 32, Ole Miss 24
Running Record: (371-309-7)
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