A noticeable period of time a person goes missing after making an incorrect sporting prediction.
Rather than 'manning up' and admitting he or she got it wrong they will attempt to disappear for a short-time in the hope that others will forget about their comments or predictions.
To spend winter months in the warm with the company of Mary Jane (aka Da Herb, Cronik or Smelly Green Shit)
As hibernate (the habits of large bears, hedgehogs etc) but with the company of an intoxicant to while away those dark and chilly days!
For those of a summer disposition!