Redneck High

I had just started writing about how a bad coaching decision had cost me my Friday night bet, but this was as far as I got:

What a tough way to lose a bet

After a first half that saw only 7 points scored, Pitt and Cincinnati finally started scoring, keeping some hope alive for my Over-43 bet…

Just as I was about to bitch about about how a decision not to go for a needed field goal, instead trying to convert a fourth-and-1 play, had screwed me out of hitting the Over, the Cincinnati quarterback threw a desperate, but completely meaningless, pass with 19 seconds remaining and his team down by 16-15. The pass was picked off and returned for a Pitt touchdown, putting the score over the 43 I needed.

Trash-time scores, sometimes I hate you so, but tonight I'm feeling nothing but a deep affection and profound fondness for you.

RESULT, 9/8

Pittsburgh 33, Cincinnati 15, Over 43 - W $21/$20

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