Entering the final week of Big Sky play and I am at 46-12 with a chance at 50 correct guesses, something that didn't seem possible after the terrible start (sounds like Eastern Washington's season). Rivalry week for most teams so, even for those playing for pride, there is still something to play for. Chances are best for this conference to only send two teams to the playoffs no matter what happens here, but there have been surprises before. Here are this week's predictions and my final chance at perfection.

EWU at ISU---The Eagles final chance to put an end on an otherwise disappointing season (have they finished last week's game at Cal Poly yet?). High expectations thwarted by a terrible start to the year. The Bengals, however, have already thrown this season out the window and are just playing through the motions which could be disastrous this game...EWU 38, ISU 7.

Southern Utah at NAU---The Lumberjacks roll towards a great finish to an otherwise ho-hum season took a sharp detour last weekend at Weber State. Now they head home to face future conference foe (and next door neighbor) Southern Utah in the final game of the year. A win still would be a great way to go out, but it won't be easy...Southern Utah 26, NAU 24.

UC-Davis at Sac State---The Hornets attempt at a great season seriously curtailed towards the end and last week's win against Idaho State did little to offset the sting of missing the playoffs. A win against their long rival, UC-Davis, could ease these sad feelings to a point in an otherwise disappointing season...Sac State 32, UC-Davis 14.

WSU at PSU---First things first, the Wildcats got their outgoing coach a win last week in their final home game against Northern Arizona. This week would be as special if they could beat the Vikings on the road. The Vikings are clinging to very slim playoff hopes and want the win to offset any doubt that may have arisen from the Northern Colorado game last weekend...PSU 31, WSU 20.

and for the big game...

UM at MSU---Both teams had the weekend off last week so both should be rested and relatively healthy. The Grizzlies feel confident that a win could vault them into a seed for the playoffs while the Bobcats believe they can get the top seed with a win. The Grizzlies offense finally seems to be clicking, to run with their defense. The Bobcats have been getting great play all year from both sides of the ball. Who wins? Go with the home team...MSU 38, UM 20.