deskgameBassil Hafez nearly pulled off the upset of the year in 2023 against Jack Della Maddalena. He bounced back with a great win over Mickey Gall and should manage to earn the win over Oban Elliott at UFC 309.
deskgameYear 1 in the SEC didn’t go as planned for Oklahoma. If the Sooners fall short against Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl, it’ll be OU’s second losing season since 1998.
deskgameThe Tide’s difficult non-conference schedule should have it ready for the step up in competition against SEC foes. Alabama has already squared off with Purdue, Illinois, Houston, Oregon, North Carolina and Creighton.
deskgameWashington recently acquired CB Marshon Lattimore in a trade, hoping to boost the porous pass defense. Lattimore (hamstring) has yet to suit up for the Commanders, so monitor his status. With this game coming on a short week, it seems unlikely that Lattimore will play.
deskgameOn the feet, Jones will need to be wary of Miocic’s boxing. Jon should stay at range with his kicking attacks and close the distance with takedowns whenever possible. If he can maintain that gameplan, he will earn the win and prove he is truly the greatest fighter of all time.
