Upset City

Just like in the Carl Lewis Division, it looks like a non-Phelps team (MINE!!!) is going to run away with the division. Thanks, USA Beach Volleyball!

PLUS

Amanda Beard and I have no part of Mr. Phelps, and that worked out well.

/end self-serving brag post

Preliminary Draft Analysis

Panda-monium
* Phelps. Obviously.
* Late picks were nontraditional, which could lock in first place...or completely bust.

People's Republic of Boozin
* Research gave this team solid picks throughout.
* Gunning for first, this team holds a better tiebreaker than Panda-monium.

Dim Sum Of This
* Hometown heroes are featured throughout this team.
* A few upsets here or there, and this team could surprise.

Uncle Sam's Chariot of Fire
* Early picks are locks for single medals, but are there enough multiple medalists?
* Late picks in obscure sports make this team fun.

Marion Jones Steroid Puddle
* Team sports are a big part of the selections.
* Solid picks throughout.

The U.S. of France
* Sprinters are key because he sees "no other reasonable strategy."
* If the swimmers show up big, this team could make up some points.

Mao Tse Bronze
* In the hunt for medal count if the gymnasts repeat from Athens.
* Best overall tiebreaker. Naturally. Since it was taken in the 10th round.