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Fellas, the lone trip to the mailbox that you look forward to each year is almost here.  The time when Sports Illustrated forgets about sports, and remembers everything about hot chicks.  The 2010 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue is less than 2 weeks away, and it’s time to speculate on who will land the cover.

Obvious disclaimer:  All photos are property/copyright of Sports Illustrated.  To view more of the ladies, visit SI.com.

100-1: Bar Refaeli

Last year’s cover girl, who I picked as 2nd most likely, isn’t going to repeat since it’s uncommon and she’s been a little too famous lately.  Either way, her hotness is appreciated and a swimsuit gallery wouldn’t be right without her.

50-1: Jessica Gomes

Like I said last year, I think this exotic beauty has what it takes for the cover, but it’d likely be in a shared effort.

25-1: Ariel Meredith

Maybe it’s the “our President is black” thing, maybe it’s because she’s hot, or maybe it’s because she would likely play Will’s girlfriend if The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air was shot in 2010.  Either way, I think this second year vet has an outside shot to be the one.

7-1: Daniella Sarahyba

After posting last year’s odds, I received multiple emails from dedicated worshippers fans saying Daniella was the one.  2010 may be their year, as the Brazilian has put in the time (5th year) and is ready for the spotlight.

3-2: Brooklyn Decker

Always a YepYep favorite due to (among other things) her Ohio roots,  Brooklyn was robbed last year and only got a taste of the front cover via the inset placement.  This year, Sports Illustrated will make the right decision and Marisa Millerize her into the next superstar supermodel.

Who’s your favorite to land the cover?

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