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This is a 10* ACC GOM on Pittsburgh.

UNC comes to Pittsburgh sitting at 3-0, while the Panthers are just 1-2. I'm not calling for an outright upset or anything, but everything points to a much tighter battle than what the oddsmakers are trying to lead us to believe in my opinion. 

The Tar Heels are led by Drake Maye, wh has 891 yards and four TD's. He also has four INT's as well though. They're off a 31-13 win over Minnesota. 

It's interesting to note as well that UNC has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five games vs. conference opponents.

Pitt is hungry, off back-to-back losses after falling 17-6 to WVU. Phil Jurkovec is going to keep his team competitive here in Week 4, so far he has a 4:3 TD:INT. 

One other interesting thing to note here is that the home team has won each of the last four games between these sides.

That said, I'm for sure not calling for the outright upset or anything, but I'm definitely expecting a very tight battle until the end.

Grab the points, the play is PITTSBURGH.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONF GOW on Nevada.

Texas State on paper is clearly the better team, and I'm not in any way trying to say that Nevada will win this game outright, but all signs point to a much tighter battle in my opinion than what this larger spread is suggesting.

Texas State is 2-1, and Nevada is 0-3. The Wolfpack won't be rolling over here though as they desperately try to get off the schneid and pull off the upset.

They almost pulled off the upset last time out, coming up short in a 31-24 setback to Kansas. The offense revolves around the run, led by Sean Dollars, who has 120 rushing yards and two TD's so far.

Dating to last year, Nevada has lost 13 straight. 

Texas State comes in over-confident after a 77-34 dismantling of FCS Jackson State. I'll argue though that the 34 points given up is what really stands out in that score. TJ Finley has 760 yards and six TD's, but those numbers are skewed due to the level of competition thus far.

The Wolfpack have faced some tough competiont so far this year and while I'll stop short in calling for the outright upset, all signs point to this one being much more competitive than what the oddsmakers have led us to think.

So grab the points, the play is NEVADA.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* BLOWOUT on USF.

USF is 1-2 SU/ATS, while Rice is 2-1 SU/ATS.

I can't understate how important I think that the "home field" advantage will be in this particular matchup. 

This is the Owls first true road game, and a predictable letdown is imminent in my opinion. 

JT Daniels has been decent with 805 yards passing, and an 8:2 TD:INT so far for Rice. 

Note though that if history is any precedence, then Rice can't be liking its chances too much here, despite being listed as the favorite, as note that the Owls have lost each of their last ten road games in September. 

Bulls' QB Byrum Brown has 450 yards passing and a 4:3 TD:INT. The offense of course revolves around a strong run game though that comes in averaging 225.7 yards per game, with Brown leading the way on the ground so far with 275 rushing yards and four rushing TDs.

The Bulls took Alabama down to the wire. Enough said.

Well I do absolutely believe the outright win is possible, in the end the official play is to grab as many points as you can.

The play is USF.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BIG TEN GOW on Michigan.

Both teams are 3-0 straight-up, but Rutgers is 3-0 ATS, while Michigan is 0-3 ATS.

I say that lop-sided stat changes today though as I expect the Wolverines to keep the foot on the gas from start to finish in this one as they look to give the Scarlet Knights a big dose of reality.

Rutgers is off to a 3-0 start for a third straight year after getting the better of VT by a score of 35-16 last weekend. 

RB Kyle Manangai had a career-high three TDs, but I believe he'll have a much more difficult time moving the ball today in this hostile road venue.

The Wolverines are off a 31-6 win over Bowling Green. That was the third and final game of Jim Harbough's suspension, so expect the home side to come out extra motivated here to lay a beating on its overmatched opponent.

JJ McCarthy had two TD's last weekend, but also three picks. That's an area of concern, but in the end I just think the pace in which the home side plays with, combined with the smothering defensive play will just be too much for Rutgers to handle down the stretch.

Lay the points, the play is MICHIGAN.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* ACC TOY on the UNDER FSU/CLEMSON.

Both teams have been involved in several high-scoring games of late, but I expect those trends to end this evening.

FSU is 3-0, while Clemson is 2-1.

The Seminoles have seen the total go OVER in all three of their games so far this season, while Clemson has seen it go over in two of thre, including in the Tigers latest 48-14 win over FAU.

The Tigers' chances of making the Football Playoff is likely already over after the Week 1 loss to Duke, but while Clemson has struggled at times offensivly, the Tigers for the most part have looked decent defensively.

FSU has yet to be challenged. Certainly no one has come close in slowing down the Seminoles offensively, but that's going to change this weekend in my opinion. 

The Tigers though can get right back into the picture with a win over FSU here today. The Seminoles competition to this point has to be called into question as well, as they BARELY held on for the 31-29 win at BC as 27.5-point favorites last week.

Don't expect Cade Klubnik to be expected to do too much here, rather instead be more of a "game manager." 

While each side has played to a lot of super high-scoring affairs of late, everything finally points to a much more defensive contest here in Week 4. The play is the UNDER.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BIG TEN TOM on the OVER Wisconsin/Purdue.

Wisconsin is 2-1 and Purdue is 1-2. In what I anticipate will be a faster-paced affair, everything in my opinion points to this total eclipsing the posted number sooner, rather than later.

Wisconsin hasn't had any issues moving the ball and putting points on the board. In their one loss the Badgers were upset 33-21 at Washington State as 5.5-point favorites. 

They then bounced back in Week 3 with a 35-14 win over Georgia Southern. The Badgers got the better of Purdue by a score of 35-24 at home last year, so the Boilermakers certainly won't be lacking for motivation in this one.

Purdue has struggled defensively overall, last week falling 35-20 at home to Syracuse as a 2-point dog.

Defense takes a back seat here in my estimation on Friday night, the play is indeed on the OVER.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* SUN BELT TOY on the UNDER Georgia State/Coastal Carolina.

We have a couple of pretty good teams colliding here on Sunbelt Conference action on Thursday, as Coastal Carolina is 2-1, while Georgia State is 3-0. 

The Chanticleers are off the 66-7 win over Duquesne, while Georgia State rolled to a 41-25 win over Charlotte in its final tune-up before Conference play.

And that's where I believe we'll now see a much more competitive affair here than what the oddmakers are leading us to believe.

Darren Grainger will have a much more difficult time to move the ball through the air here facing CC's underrated defense.

I see this game being decided in the trenches and by field position and in a contest like that, the UNDER is the correct call.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* SIDE WINNER on Colorado State.

I'm not calling for an outright upset or anything, but with the majority of the World now believing that Prime Time is the best coach in the country, I feel that Colorado State will have an opportunity to comfortably sneak in through the back door down the stretch.

Give the Buffs credit, they've looked great so far in back-to-back victories and covers. But with a game at high-powered Oregon up next, not only does this set up as a letdown spot, but then also a "look ahead." 

Colorado will take the foot off the gas in the second half, and CSU, which hasn't played since a 50-24 loss to Washington State two weeks ago, will have a great opportunity in the latter stages to keep this one competitive.

No outright, but closer than expected.

Grab the points, the play is COLORADO STATE.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONFERENCE TOTAL OF THE YEAR on the UNDER Pittsburgh/WVU.

I base my picks on many different things. This particular one sets up extremely well from a situational stand-point. 

Pittsburgh is 1-1 SU after falling 27-21 at home to Cincinnati as a 6.5-point favorite last week. So far the Panthers have seen the total go OVER the number in both of their games, but note that they've seen the total go UNDER the number in five of their last six off a SU/ATS home loss as a favorite in their previous outing. 

WVU is also 1-1 after pulling away for a 56-17 win over Duequesne as a 38-point favorite last week. Both games for WVU haave also gone OVER the number, but in my opinion, all signs point to a much more defensive affair this time around.

The fact that these teams have already played to so many OVERS this year, has also helped in driving this particular total a little too high.

Despite this being a non-conference game, this is an important game for each school, and all signs point to a lower-scoring UNDER in my opinion.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* MONEY BLOWOUT on Minnesota.

This one sets up great for Minnesota from a situational stand point. 

Minnesota is 2-0 SU, but 0-2 ATS. It's been big favorites in each of its two wins at home, and now on the road I think it's finally the Gophers who have been underrated by the bookmakers here. 

UNC is 2-0 SU and 1-1 ATS after holding on for a 40-34 OT win over Appalachian State. And with a bye week, before three straight home games vs. conference opponents, including the high-powered Orange when they return, not only does this set up as a letdown spot, but it's also a "look ahead." 

This game is going to be decided in the trenches and by field position and in a contest that I see being decided by whichever taem has its hands on the ball last, I'm grabbing the points.

The play is MINNESOTA.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BIG TEN GOY on Illinois.

Here's a great "situational" play. I'm not calling for an outright upset or anything, but I definitely feel this is a few too many points for Penn State to be giving up on the road here.

The Nittany Lions are off B2B blowout wins, both SU and ATS, most recently annihilating Delaware 63-7 as 44-point favorites. But with a game at home to Iowa next week, not only do I feel this is a letdown spot, but also a "look-ahead." And in my World, that = trap game. 

Illinois is 1-1 SU and 0-2 ATS. It fell 34-23 at KU last week, after holding on for a 30-28 home win over a much-better than advertised Toledo side. 

This is Penn State's first true road game of the year and I feel the Lions will struggle to contain this hungry Illini team at home down the stretch.

No outright, but much closer than expected.

Grab the points, the play is ILLINOIS.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* ROUT on Missouri.

This one sets up great from a situational stand-point for Missouri in my opinion.

The Tigers are 2-0 SU, but they're -2 ATS. It's been two mediocre outings in a row for Missouri State, but now I'm expecting a much better effort here this week against a K-State side a little over-rated in my opinion.

K-State is 2-0 SU and ATS, but with a date at home vs. UCF next week, not only does this set up as a letdown spot, but it's also a look-ahead.

While I do feel an outright is possible, the official is to grab as many points as you can. The play is MISSOURI.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* MOUNTAIN WEST GAME OF MONTH on Air Force. 

I love the way this one sets up for Air Force. 

Utah State is 1-1 SU and 2-0 ATS after destroying Idaho State 78-28 last time out. 

But I just can't see the Aggies keeping pace on the raod here against this high-powered option offense of Air Force. Utah State lost 24-14 at Iowa, and I'm expecting an even bigger blowout here.

The Falcons are 2-0 SU, but 0-2 ATS. Last time out Air Force held on for a 13-3 win over Sam Houston State on a neutral field. 

Air Force was upset 34-27 at Utah State last year as an 11-point favorite, so the revenge-factor also comes into play here.

The Aggies won't be able to keep pace down the stretch. Lay the points, the play is AIR FORCE.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* ACC TOTAL OF MONTH on the OVER Navy/Memphis.

Both teams have been involved in lower-scoring games to open the season, but I believe that Thursday's contest will fly well OVER the number before it's all said and done. This is a great "situational" play.

Have is now 1-1 to open the season, first falling 42-3 to Navy across the Pond, then it beat Wager 24-0 as a 42-point favorite last week. 

Note that the Midshipmen though have seen the total go OVER the number in five of their last seven after shutting out their opponent in their previous outing.

Memphis has domianted in two straight, smashing Bethune Cookman 56-14, before blasting Arkansas State 37-3 last week. Note that the Tigers have seen the total OVER the number though in eight of their last 11 after playing to two or more straight OVERS in a row.

Look for these two teams to push the pace and expect this total to fly OVER the number sooner, rather than later.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Texas Tech.

The Ducks are 1-0 and the Red Raiders are 0-1. Oregon dismantled Portland State by a score of 81-7, but let's not overreact to that lop-sided result. They posted 729 yards of offense, but now the level of competition goes up considerably.

The Red Raiders suffered a 35-33 OT loss to Wyoming as 13.5-point favorites. Once again, I'll caution to not "overreact" to that result.

Overreacting to results after Week 1, either good or bad, is the quickest way to the poor house, and it's something the books know to look for as they try to bait unseasoned bettors into "overreacting" to a crazy Week 1 result.

It was a perfect storm of blunders for the Red Raiders last weekend, who actually outgained the Cowboys 431-320 in the humbling upset.

While the outright is possible in my opinion, I'm grabbing the points. The play is TEXAS TECH.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* UNDERDOG GOM on Ohio.

Ohio is 1-1 SU, but 0-2 ATS. I think the Bobcats though have a legitimate shot at winning this game outright, but my official call here will be to grab as many points as you can.

So far Bobcat QB CJ Harris has thrown for 248 yards, two TD's and one INT. The ground game has been fantastic in averaging 150.5 YPG. Defensively the Bobcats have looked stout so far as well, allowing 15 points and 257.5 yards per game on offense.

FAU crushed Monmouth in its opener, but I think it'll have a much more difficult time moving the ball today. Casey Thompson so far has 280 yards passing, five TDs and 1 INT.

And overall the Owls are allowing 20 points and 361 yards per game.

In a contest that I see being decided late, I'm grabbing the points.

The play is OHIO.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* ROUT on Northwestern.

Northwestern underwhelmed last week, but I expect it to pull away for the comfortable win and cover here at home in Week 2.

UTEP bounced back from a Week 0 loss to beat Incarnate Word by a score of 28-14 last week, but an immediate return to mediocrity seems imminent in my opinion. The Miners have still lost 13 of their last 14 road games in September. 

The Wildcats were stifled 24-7 at Rutgers, but I expect this offense to bounce back. Ben Bryant had 169 yards and two INT's, facing a better than advertised defense. Defensively though the Wildcats looked stout I though and I think the unit wil be a difference-maker in this one.

After 12 straight losses dating to last year, I expect NORTHWESTERN to finally step up here and deliver at home.

Lay the points, the play is NORTHWESTERN.

Good luck, NP

This is an 8* SIDE WINNER on Nebraska.

Colorado pulled off a 45-42 upset win over TCU last week, and the entire World has lost its mind. Deion and Shedeur Sanders looked great in that game, but let's not overreact here. Sanders finished with 510 passing yards and four TDs and 565 offensive yards. 

Nebraska wet the bed in its 13-10 loss to Minnesota last week. It had a 7-3 lead heading into the fourth quarter. Once again, let's not overreact too much to early results here, either negative or positive, after Week 1. 

On paper Nebraska is the "better" team. And I expect a big bounce-back for the visiting side here in Week 2, and a letdown from Colorado.

Grab the points, the play is NEBRASKA.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONF TOW on the UNDER Illinois/Kansas.

Both teams won last week, and each failed to cover the large spread. Both teams went OVER the number as well, but now with the level of competition going up, I'm expecting a much more defensive-affair.

Illinois beat Toledo 30-28, unable to cover the 7.5-point spread.

Kansas rolled over Missouri State 48-17, unable to cover the 32.5-point spread.

I feel the overall situation points to a much more defensive battle than what this O/U line is suggesting.

The play is the UNDER.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Duke.

There are always super high expectations for the Clemson Tigers. If they aren't in the Championship game, then essentially the season is viewed as a failure, despite how well the team actually did.

But expectations are also high in Duke this year after the Blue Devils finished 9-4 and a Bowl win under first-year head coach Mike Elko. Riley Leonard won't be intimidated here by Clemson, as he's already battle-tested after last season's stellar performance, throwing for 2,967 yards to go along with 20 TDs and six INTs. 

Cade Klubnik won't have a "cakewalk" time here on the road. Yes, the Tigers are loaded everywhere and I'm not predicting an outright win here or anything for Duke, but the Blue Devils' strength on defense was in their secondary. They also have two great safeties in Brandon Johnson and Jaylen Stinson. 

In a contest that I see being competitive late, I'm grabbing the points.

The play is DUKE.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* WINNER on Northwestern.

With so much action going on, I'm really busy and just don't have the time to write out my full analysis for every pick. 

So I'll be keeping it succinct a lot throughout the season.

The bottom line with this pick is that the Wildcats will for sure be an improved team this season. The addition of QB Ben Bryant was significant. Last year with Cinncy he had a 21:7 TD:INT.

Rutgers' QB Gavin Wimasatt struggled last year.

The outright is possible, but let's grab the points.

The play is NORTHWESTERN.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONFERENCE GAME OF THE YEAR on Toledo.

Toledo finished 9-5 last year, and it'll be gunning for the outright upset here. Toledo has the big men to grind with Illinois in the trenches, and a solid ground game to keep the sticks moving. 

But overall, this is a super tough defense that finished No. 1 in the MAC last year. The secondary in particular is deep and experienced. 

Illinois will have to deal with QB Dequan Finn as well, and its weakness on defense is defending the pass.

I expect Toldedo to hang around late, and to comfortably sneak in through the back door down the stretch.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* DESTRUCTION on Northern Illinois.

Northern Illiois and Boston College each are coming off 3-9 campaigns. 

The Eagles averaged 17.8 PPG, while allowing 30.3. 

The Huskies were more competitive, averaging 27.3 PPG, while allowing 32.8. 

BC was favored by at least 9.5-points on one occassion last year, and the Eagles were unable to cover. 

NIU on the other hand went l-0 as an underdog 9.5 or more points.

I just don't trust BC to cover this large spread.

Grab the points, the play is NORTHERN ILLINOIS.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Fresno State.

Purdue has a new head coach in Ryan Walters, who was the defensive coordinator for Illinois for the past two years.

A new face under center for the Boilermakers, as Aidan O'Connell is out, and Hudson Card is in, coming over from Texas after playing four games.

I say there's going to be some chemistry issues out of the gate.

For Fresno State though is loaded with talent from transfers coming in. After starting the year 1-4, the Bulldogs rattled off nine straight wins. 

While I think the outright win is possible, give me the points.

The play is FRESNO STATE.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONFERENCE TOM on the UNDER Stanford/Hawaii.

I think this is a few too many points in Week 1 for each side to combine to go over this number.

Both teams enter off terrible seasons. Stanford was 3-9, and Hawaii was 3-10. They have a new face in Troy Taylor to try and turn this offense around, but it's going to be a work in progress. 

Hawaii's passing game and offensive line were a weak point last season.

With each team with more questions than answers offensively, everything points to this one staying UNDER the posted number on Friday night.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* NON-CONF GAME OF MONTH on Utah.

Cam Rising is hurt for the Utes to open up the season after suffering an injury in the Rose Bowl last year, but the offensive line is no joke for Utah. The Gators have a weak offensive attack, and will be concentrating on the run today. 

Special teams and defense will put Utah in fantastic field position as well all game. 

In fact, many believe this will be Kyle Whittingham's strongest defense of all time. 

The home side won't need Rising to rise past the Gators here. Lay the points, the play is UTAH.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on SDSU on the moneyline.

Ohio is coming off a great year, reaching the MAC Championship, and winning a Bowl game. Overall the Bobcats finished 10-4. QB Kurtis Ward won the Offensive Player Of The Year. 

Overall Ohio finished 34th on the offensive end, and was solid defensively as well.

The Aztecs finished the season 7-6 overall, and 5-3 in MWC play. In the end SDSU fell 25-23 to MTSU in the Hawaii Bowl.

Note that San Diego State had the most first-team all-MW selections with seven, the most combined first and second team picks with 11, and the most all-conference selections overall with 16. Additionally they had the Mountain West Special Teams Player of the Year in Jack Browning (in fact, over the last eight years, an Aztec has been named Mountain West Special Teams Player of the Year five times.)

Ohio has been consistent, but regression after last year's amazing season seems imminent to me.

I'm going to avoid the spread option and instead confidentally lay the price and take the home side on the moneyline.

The play is SDSU to win this game outright.

Good luck, NP

This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Clemson.

As note that Clemson is 5-1 ATS in its last six neutral field games and 6-1 ATS in its last seven as an underdog, while Alabama is interestingly 7-8 ATS in its last 15 non-conference games. I think DeShaun Watson’s offense will prove to be too much for Alabama’s stout defense. Grab the points.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on USC.

As note that USC is 6-0 ATS after two or more consecutive SU victories, while Penn State is already 0-2 ATS this season in non-conference games. I think USC’s defense is the difference maker today. Lay the points.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Alabama.

As note that Washignton is just 5-6 ATS in its last 11 as an underdog, while Alabama is 4-2 ATS in its last six when playing with two weeks or more of rest. I think Bama’s nation leading defense proves to be just too much for Jake Browning and company.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on North Carolina.

As note that UNC is 3-1 ATS in non-conference games this year, while Stanford is 0-2 ATS this year against teams with winning records. Without McCaffrey in the lineup, I think the Cardinal offense struggles today. Play on UNC.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on South Florida.

As note that SFU is 3-1 ATS in non-conference games already this year and 2-1 ATS in its last three when playing with two weeks or more of rest, while South Carolina is just 3-5 ATS in its last eight as an underdog and only 1-3 ATS in non-conference games this season. I expect the deeper Bulls to find a way to get the job done at the end of the night. Lay the points.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Kansas State.

As note that K-State is 4-2 ATS in its last six when playing with two weeks or more of rest, while A&M is just 1-4 ATS in the same position. This one is going to come down to the wire, grab as many points as you can.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Minnesota.

As note that WSU is just 1-3 ATS against teams with winning records this season, while Minnesota is a perfect 4-0 ATS this year as an underdog. Expect these strong trends to continue and grab the points.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on BYU.

Note that BYU is already a perfect 2-0 ATS this year in games played on a neutral field, 8-3 ATS in non-conference games and 3-1 ATS after two or more consecutive SU victories, while Wyoming is just 1-3 ATS in none conference games this season and 1-2 ATS in its last three when playign with two weeks or more of rest. Lay the rest.

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Memphis. 

Note that Memphis is 5-1 ATS in is last six when playing with two weeks or more of rest, while WKU is already 0-4 ATS this year in non-conference games. I think that the Tigers can hang with WKU and keep it closer than what the oddsmakers are leading us to believe. 

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This is a 10* BOOKIEKILLER on Army.

As note that the Black Knights are 6-4 ATS in their last ten non-conference games and 3-1 ATS their last four on a neutral field, while the Midshipmen are just 2-4 ATS in their last six games played in the month of Decmeber and only 2-4 ATS this season against teams with winning records. Navy has had plenty of success in this game over the years, but I think that Army’s spread can match pace today. Grab the points.

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This is a 10* GAME OF YEAR on Penn State.

 As note that Penn State is a perfect 7-0 ATS this year off a win against a conference rival, while Wisconsin is just 2-3 ATS in its last five against teams with winning records. Penn State’s incredible depth in all three phases turns out to be too much for the more “one dimensional” Huskers to handls. Play on the Nittany Lions.

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This is a 10* PUNISHER on Washington.

As note that Colorado is just 2-3 ATS in its last five as an underdog in the 3.5 to ten points range, while Washington is 8-2 ATS in its last ten as a favorite of 3.5 to ten points. Colorado has been great, but I simply can’t see the Buffs keeping pace with the high-scoring Huskies down the stretch. Lay the points.

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This is a 10* PUNISHER on Tulane.

Note that Tulane is 4-1 ATS in its last five as a favorite and despite struggling at times this year, is still 9-4 ATS in its last 13 after two or more consecutive SU losses, while UConn is just 1-5 ATS in its last six at home and only 1-9 ATS in its last ten when playing against a team with a losing record. Play on Tulane.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Nebraska. 

Note that Nebraska is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 on the road, including 3-1 ATS this season, while Iowa is just 6-9 ATS in its last 14 after two or more consecutive SU wins, including 0-2 ATS this year. I’m grabbing the points. 

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Central Michigan.

Note that Central Michigan is 11-6 ATS in its last 17 on the road and 10-7 ATS in its last 17 as an underdog, while EMU is only 6-10 ATS in its last 16 in front of the home town crowd and just 3-6 ATS in its last nine games played in the month of November. CMU has the better offenisve units and I expect the team to close the season with a victory.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Louisiana Monroe.

Note that Louisiana Monroe is 5-3 ATS in its last eight as a road dog of 21.5 points or more, while Appalachian State is 0-3 ATS in is last three as a fav in the 21.5 to 31 points range and just 1-2 ATS in is last three off a loss against a conference rival. Just too many points in my opinion. Play on UL Monroe.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Boise State.

Note that UNLV is just 1-4 ATS in its last five off a win against a conference rival, including 0-2 ATS this eason, while Boise State is 10-7 ATS in its last 17 in the same position. UNLV has looked better offensively of late, but its defense is absolutely atrocious. I think the Runnin Rebels run out of gas and the focused home side pulls away down the stretch for the comfortable ATS cover.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Eastern Michigan.

Note that NIU is just 2-4 ATS in its last six off a loss against a conference rival, while EMU is 5-1 ATS this year as an underdog, 5-1 ATS against the conference, 2-0 ATS off a win against a conference rival and 3-1 ATS in front of the home town crowd. Grab as many points as you can.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Ohio (7:00 EST).

Note that Ohios is a perfect 5-0 ATS on the road already this year, while CMU is just 2-3 ATS at home and 7-10 ATS in its last 17. Ohio has its sights set on the MAC Title game, while CMU comes in having lost three straight. I think the Bobcats keep their conference title hopes alive with another big win this week. Lay the short points.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on LSU.

Note that LSU is 5-3 ATS in its last eight off a loss against a conference rival and 6-3 ATS in its last nine as a favorite of 3.5 to ten points, while Arkansas is just 4-5 ATS in its last nine off a win against a conference rival. LSU played No. 1 Alabama tough in last weeks 10-0 loss and I think it’ll bounce back in fine fashion today after this lesser defense. Lay the points.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Florida State.

Note that Boston College is just 1-4 ATS in its last five against conference opponents, while FSU is 4-2 ATS after playing a conference game. Lay the points.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Northern Illinois

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Eastern Michigan.

Based completely on strong trends tonight: note that EMU is 3-1 ATS in its last four following its bye week, while Ball State is just 1-3 ATS at home this year and 4-12 ATS in its last 16. Play on the streak Eagles!

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on OVER Washington/California.

Note that Washignton has seen the total go OVER the number in nine of its last 12 off a win against a conference rival, while Cal has seen the total go OVER in eight of its last 14 off a loss against a conference rival. I’m expecting a wide-open affair and for this total to sail well above the posted number.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER Miami Ohio.

Note that CMU is just 1-2 ATS in its last three as a road fav in the 3.7 to 7 points range, while Miami Ohio is 12-8 ATS in its last 20 against the Conference. CMU has lost two straight, RedHawks won three straight. I’m backing the surging home side!

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8* PUNISHER on SJSU.

Note that San Jose State is 7-3 ATS in its last ten games played in the month of October, while SDSU is just 4-7 ATS in its last 11 after two or more consecutive SU victories. Grab the points.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER on Virginia Tech.

Note that Miami is just 1-2 ATS in its last three after two or more consecutive losses and only 6-8 ATS when playing against a team with a winning record, while VT is already 2-0 ATS this year against schools with winning records. Play on the Hokies.

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10* PUNISHER on Texas Tech.

Note that Kansas is just 2-9 ATS in its last 11 on the road and only 4-10 ATS after two or more consecutive SU losses. And note that TT is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 at home and 3-1 ATS in its last four following its bye week.

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10* SEC SUPER SHOWDOWN on LSU.

This play is based upon a couple of extremely strong ATS trends, as note that LSU is a superb 6-3 ATS in its last nine off a win against a conference rival and 13-9 ATS in its last 22 when playing the role of favorite, while Auburn is just 3-7 ATS in its last ten as an underdog and only 2-7 ATS off a loss against a conference rival. Lay the points.

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5* PUNISHER on SMU.

Note that TCU’s main weakness for bettors over the last few years has been its performance on the road, where it’s just 5-6 ATS in its last 11. SMU has been a disaster the last couple of season’s, but it’s been decent for bettors early, going 2-1 ATS in non-conference contests. Also note that the Mustangs are 3-2 ATS in their last five against the Big 12. Grab as many points as you can as I expect these betting trends to continue on Friday night.

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10* TOTAL OF MONTH on UNDER Clemson/Georgia Tech.

This is a “common sense” play. Clemson’s DeShaun Watson has completed just over 55% of his passes this year. The ground game has also stalled for the Tigers. Georgia Tech looked fantastic on the defensive side of the ball in its convincing win over Vandy last week. This is the first conference game for both 3-0 teams and we’re expecting a battle, rather than the wide-open shootout we saw in Clemson’s victory over Georgia Tech last season. Play the under.

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10* ATS BLOWOUT on Michigan State.

Note that Michigan State is 4-2 ATS in its last six as an underdog, while Notre Dame is just 1-3 ATS in its last four vs. the Big Ten. MSU has some youth on the offensive side, but makes up for it defensively. I’m expecting a battle to the end, grab as many points as you can.

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10* NON-CONFERENCE GAME OF YEAR on Arizona State.

Note that Arizona State is 9-7 ATS in its last 16 when playing with six or less days rest, while UTSA is 7-9 ATS in the same position. The Sun Devils are coming off back-to-back big victories, including a high-scoring shootout over Texas Tech last time out. With a big part of its conference schedule starting next week at home against Cal, I think the Sun Devils come in focused and take care of business against the lowly Road Runners.

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10* CODE RED BLOWOUT on Houston.

The Bearcats looked good last week in their win over Purdue and should have a big year with QB Brayden Moore directing the show. But Houston comes in at 2-0 and didn’t even need to play star QB Greg Ward Jr. last week, as the Cougars easily took care of Furman with their backup under center. Houston is deeper than the Bearcats, more skilled up and down the lines and after last year’s 33-30 scare, I think the visitors come into this one razor focused. All signs point to Houston pulling away in the second half.

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5* play on Duke.

Note that Wake Forest is just 5-7 ATS in its last 12 on the road, while Duke is 8-6 ATS in its last 14 at home and 11-7 ATS in its last 18 when playing the role of favorite. I’m laying the price on the MONEY LINE in this one.

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5* play on Navy.

Note that UConn is just 3-7 ATS in its last ten on the road and only 5-11 ATS vs. conference opponents, while Navy is 7-3 ATS in its last ten conference contests and 9-5 ATS in its last 14 at home. Play on NAVY on the money line.

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5* play on Kansas.

Note that Ohio is just 4-7 ATS in its last 11 on the road, while Kansas is 2-1 ATS in its last three as a fav. The Bobcats are still shocked from last week’s stunning defeat, Jayhawks look to make it two in a row.

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10* TOTAL PUNISHER on the UNDER Louisville/Syracuse.

Note that Louisville has seen the total go UNDER the number in ten of its last 18 as a fav, while Syracuse seen go UNDER in ten of its last 15 as an underdog. Play the UNDER.

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10* BOOKIEKILLER OVER Ole Miss/FSU.

Ole Miss got the job done through the air last year, QB Chad Kelly had over 4,000 yards passing and 35 TD’s. FSU is led by dynamic back Calvin Cook. These teams are both stacked on the offensive end and everything points to a shootout on opening night. Play on the over.

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8* TOP TOTAL ON OVER ND/Texas.

Early on the season we base our Over/Under picks on strong and relevant O/U ATS trends. Note that ND has seen the total go OVER the number in five of its last eight road games and in two of its last three as a road fav, while Texas has seen the total sail above the posted number in seven of its last eight as a home dog in the 3.5 to 7 points range and in seven of its last 12 home games. Play the over.

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This is a 5* money line play on BYU.

Note that BYU is 10-7 ATS in its last 17 Saturday games, while Arizona is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten as an underdog.

This is a 5* money line play on Kentucky.

Note that Southern Miss is just 9-10 ATS in its last 19 as an underdog, while Kentucky is 5-3 ATS in its last eight as a fav.

This is a 5* play on Tulsa. 

Note that San Jose State is 2-11 ATS in its last 13 as an underdog, while Tulsa is 5-3 ATS in its last eight non-conference games.

This is a 5* money line play on Georgia.

Note that UNC is just 4-6 ATS in its last ten as an underdog, while Georgia is 14-11 ATS in its last 25 as a fav and 3-1 ATS in its last four vs. ACC opposition.

This is a 5* money line play on Texas A&M. 

Note that UCLA is 2-3 ATS in its last five as an underdog, while Texas A&M is 6-3 in its last nine as a favorite.

This is a 5* money line play on Northwestern. 

Note that Western Michigan is 0-3 ATS in its last three a road dog in the 3.5 to 7 points range, while Northwestern is 4-2 ATS in its last six home games.

This is a 5* money line play on Georgia Tech.

Note that Georgia Tech is 2-0 ATS in its last two neutral field games, while BC is just 1-2 ATS in the same position.

10* BOOKIEKILLER Stanford.

Note that K-State is just 6-7 ATS in its last 13 as an underdog, while Stanford has excelled in this spot for bettors, going 15-9 ATS in its last 24 as a favorite and 9-4 ATS in its last 13 in front of the home town crowd. With one of the most dynamic RB’s in the nation leading the charge this year, I expect the Cardinal to pull away down the stretch for the comfortable ATS cover.

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5* play on Minnesota.

Note that Oregon State is just 3-12 ATS in its last 15 as an underdog, while Minnesota is 8-6 ATS in its last 14 home games and 2-1 ATS in its last three “Thursday” night contests.

5* play on Vanderbilt.

Note that South Carolina is only 4-6 ATS in its last ten on the road and just 6-10 against conference opponents, while Vanderbilt is 5-3 ATS in its last eight “September” games.

5* play on Indiana.

Note that Indiana is 3-1 ATS in its last four as a road fav, while FIU is only 3-4 ATS in its last seven non-conference contests.

5* play on Louisville.

Note that Charlotte is just 2-6 ATS in its last eight on the road, while Louisville is 7-3 ATS in its last ten non-conference games.

5* play on Wake Forest.

Note that Tulane is a poor 5-7 ATS in its last 12 on the road and 0-4 ATS in its last four vs. the ACC, while Wake Forest is 7-5 ATS in its last 12 at home and 2-1 ATS in its last three Thursday games.

10* SUPER TOTAL OVER Cal/Hawaii.

This is an important non-conference game for Cal with a tough schedule for the rest of the season. The Bears should be able to move the ball with ease vs. the vanilla Warriors defensive unit. Note that Cal has seen the total go OVER the number in seven of its last ten as the fav, while Hawaii has seen the total sail above the posted number in three of its last four as an underdog. Play the OVER.

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The Clemson Tigers are 14-0 this season. They have averaged 38.5 points a game with 288.5 passing yards and 222.2 rushing yards . Deshaun Watson has  completed 68.2% oh his passes this season for 3699 yards,with 31 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. He also has 1032 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.Wayne Gallman has added 1482 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.. Artavis Scott has 868 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns. The defense has given up 20.2 points  177.2 passing yards and 124.4 rushing yards a game. 

The Alabama Crimson Tide are 13-1 this season.  The offense has averaged 34.1 points with 214.3 passing yards  and 208.2 rushing yards a game. Jake Coker has completed 67.1% of his passes this season for 2775 yards,with 19 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions. Derrick Henry rushed for 2061 yards and 25 touchdowns. Calvin Ridley had 1031 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns. The defense has given up 14.4 points with 186 passing yards and 70.8 rushing yards game.

Watson is a dynamic and outstanding offensive weapon but has not faced a defense like Bama's. I like Saban to show one again why he is the best in the business and they win by 10+ points.

Play on Alabama. This is a 10* play.

ASU has the more consistent offense and the points are a bonus.

TCU offense will not be able to put up enough points to put the game over.

Play on the UNDER. This is a 10* play.

The Penn State Nittany Lions hope to win their second straight bowlgame. Christian Hackenberg is completing 53.3 percent of his passes for 2,386 yards,with 16 touchdowns and five interceptions The Penn State Nittany Lions ground game is averaging 135.3 yards per contest, and Saquon Barkley leads the way with 1,007 yards and seven touchdowns They allowed 21.7 points and 324.3 yards per game

The Georgia Bulldogs quarterback  Mark Richt. Greyson Lambert is completing 64.4 percent of his passes for 1,844 yards, 11 touchdowns and two interceptions The Georgia Bulldogs ground game is averaging 194.3 yards per contest, and Michel leads the way with 1,076 yards and seven touchdowns. Defensively, Georgia is allowing 16.9 points and 298 yards per game. 

GORGIA IS THE BETTER OFFENSIVE TEAM..

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The Penn State Nittany Lions hope to win their second straight bowlgame. Christian Hackenberg is completing 53.3 percent of his passes for 2,386 yards,with 16 touchdowns and five interceptions The Penn State Nittany Lions ground game is averaging 135.3 yards per contest, and Saquon Barkley leads the way with 1,007 yards and seven touchdowns They allowed 21.7 points and 324.3 yards per game

The Georgia Bulldogs quarterback  Mark Richt. Greyson Lambert is completing 64.4 percent of his passes for 1,844 yards, 11 touchdowns and two interceptions The Georgia Bulldogs ground game is averaging 194.3 yards per contest, and Michel leads the way with 1,076 yards and seven touchdowns. Defensively, Georgia is allowing 16.9 points and 298 yards per game. 

Penn State can’t score and Georgia is not a great offense… This game goes under.

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The Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan has completed 68.6 percent of his passes this season for 2,644 yards, with 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Christian McCaffrey and Michael Rector have combined to catch paaes for 1,026 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 225 yards with McCaffrey gaining 1,847 yards and scoring eight touchdowns. They allowed 23.1 points and 374.5 yards a game. 

The Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback C.J. Beathard completed 61.4 percent of his passes this season for 2,570 yards, with 15 touchdowns and four interceptions. Matt VandeBerg and Tevaun Smith have combined to catch passes for 1,185 yards and six touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 192 yards with Jordan Canzeri gaining 976 yards and scoring 12 touchdowns, but he was injured in the Big 10 Championship game and is questionable. They allowed 18.5 points and 334.2 yards a game. 

Both teams play good defense but I am not sold on Iowa’s offense especially if Canzeri is not 100%. I see a defensive struggle and the game going under.

Play on the UNDER. This is a 10*play.

The Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan has completed 68.6 percent of his passes this season for 2,644 yards, with 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Christian McCaffrey and Michael Rector have combined to catch paaes for 1,026 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 225 yards with McCaffrey gaining 1,847 yards and scoring eight touchdowns. They allowed 23.1 points and 374.5 yards a game. 

The Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback C.J. Beathard completed 61.4 percent of his passes this season for 2,570 yards, with 15 touchdowns and four interceptions. Matt VandeBerg and Tevaun Smith have combined to catch passes for 1,185 yards and six touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 192 yards with Jordan Canzeri gaining 976 yards and scoring 12 touchdowns, but he was injured in the Big 10 Championship game and is questionable. They allowed 18.5 points and 334.2 yards a game. 

Both teams play good defense but I am not sold on Iowa’s offense especially if Canzeri is not 100%. Stanford's offense will do enough to get the cover and the win.

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The Florida Gators quarterback Treon Harris has completed 51.9 percent of his passes this season for 1,530 yards, with nine touchdowns and five interceptions.  Antonio Callaway and Demarcus Robinson have combined to catch passes for 1,108 yards and six touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 127.6 yards with Kelvin Taylor gaining 985 yards and scoring 13 touchdowns. Florida allowed 16.5 points and 295.4 yards per game. 

The Michigan Wolverines quarterback Jake Rudock has completed 64 percent of his passes this season for 2,739 yards, with 17 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Amara Darboh and Jehu Chesson have combined to catch passes for 1,349 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns.  The rushing attack averaged 152.6 yards with De'Veon Smith gaining 644 yards and scoring six touchdowns.  Michigan has allowed 17.2 points and 281.3 yards per game..

Both teams play great defense and both offenses struggle to score. I am not sure who will score in this one, it could be a race to 10.

Play on the UNDER. This is a 10* play.

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are going for their third straight bowl win under coach Brian Kelly. DeShone Kizer completed 63.3 percent of his passes this season for 2,596 yards, with 19 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Will Fuller and Chris Brown have combined to catch passes for 1,707 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 215.1 yards with C.J. Prosise gaining 1,029 yards and scoring 11 touchdowns. They allowed 22.4 points and 362.4 yards a game. 

The Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett completed 63.8 percent of his passes this season for 1,460 yards, with eight touchdowns and five interceptions.  Michael Thomas and Jalin Marshall have combined to catch passes for 1,157 yards and 13 touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 241.9 yards with Ezekiel Elliott gaining 1,672 yards and scoring 19 touchdowns.  They allowed 14 points and 303.5 yards a game. 

Ohio had a bad game against MSU which cost them a chance to repeat as National Champions. Notre Dame hasn’t impressed me this year and I think OSU will have a field day in this one and win big.

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The Northwestern Wildcats are going for their third bowl victory in school history. Clayton Thorson completed 51.6 percent of his passes this season for 1,465 yards, with seven touchdowns and seven interceptions. Dan Vitale and Austin Carr have combined to catch passes for 631 yards and six touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 193.2 yards with Justin Jackson having gained 1,344 yards and four touchdowns. They allowed 16.4 points and 310.5 yards per game

The Tennessee Volunteers are going for back to back bowl wind. Joshua Dobbs has completed 59.9 percent of his passes this season for 2,125 yards, with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions. Josh Malone and Von Pearson have combined to catch passes for 765 yards and five touchdowns. The rushing attack averaged 223.5 yards with Jalen Hurd having gained 1,158 yards and 11 touchdowns. They allowed 21.2 points and 370.4 yards a game.

I think this game will surprise people and be higher scoring than people expect. Both teams play good defense but I think the offenses step up in this one.

Play on the Over. This is a 10* play.

Nick's analysis will be available soon!

The Clemson Tigers finishes the season a perfect 13-0 and enter the playoffs as the No. 1 seed.  They averaged 38.5 points with 288.5 passing yards and 222.2 rushing yards. Deshaun Watson completed 69.5% of his passes this season for 3512 yards, with 30 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. He also had 887 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns.  Wayne Gallman added 1332 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. Artavis Scott had 805 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns. The defense gave up 20.2 points with 166.9 passing yards and 128.8 rushing yards.  

The Oklahoma Sooners finished the season at 11-1. They averaged 45.8 points with 307.9 passing yards and 235 rushing yards. Baker Mayfield completed 68.6% of his passes this season for 3389 yards, with 35 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. He also rushed for 420 yards and 7 touchdowns.  Samaje Perine had 1291 yards on the ground and scored 15 touchdowns.  Sterling Shepard has 1201 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns. The defense gave up 20.8 points with 201.5 passing yards and 149.2 rushing yards. 

Oklahoma had a potent offense all year but this will probably be the best defense they have faces. Clemson may have the best secondary in the country and could cause Mayfield problems. Watson is more dynamic at quarterback and has the potential to make big plays on every play. This will be a close game so I am taking the points.

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The Florida State Seminoles were 10-2 this season. They averaged 35.3 points per game with 244 passing yards and 180.9 rushing yards. Sean Maguire completed 62.1% of his passes this season for 1128 yards, with 9 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. Dalvin Cook rushed for 1658 yards and scored 18 touchdowns.  Jacques Patrick has 315 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. Kermit Whitfield has 742 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns and Travis Rudolph has 715 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns. The defense gave up 15.8 points with 185.8 passing yards and 141.8 rushing yards per game. 

The Houston Cougars were 12-1 this season. They averaged 40.6 points with 247.4 passing yards  and 239.5 rushing yards. Greg Ward Jr. completed 68.1% of his passes this season for 2590 yards, with 16 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. He also added 1041 rushing yards and 19 touchdowns.  Kenneth Farrow had 949 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.  Demarcus Ayers had 1140 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns. The Houston defense gave up 20.5 points per game with 265.3 passing yards per game and 116 rushing yards per game. 

Houston has a great offense but hasn’t faced an athletic defense like FSU. The AAC hasn’t fared well in the bowls so far and  think this step up in competition will show for Houston. FSU should win this by double digits.

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The Texas A&M Aggies look for their fourth straight bowl victory. They will  be playing an untested quarterback as their two starters announced their transfer before the bowl game.  Christian Kirk and Josh Reynolds have combined for 1,655 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns. The Texas A&M Aggies ground game is averaging 171.6 yards per contest, and Tra Carson has gained 1,059 yards and six touchdowns. They are  allowing 21.6 points and 367.2 yards per game.

The Louisville Cardinals look for their fourth bowl victory since the 2010 season. Lamar Jackson is completing 55.7 percent of his passes for 1,613 yards, 10 touchdowns and eight interceptions Jamari Staples and James Quick have combined for 1,161 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.  The ground game is averaging 115.96 yards per contest, and Jackson leads the way with 734 yards and nine touchdowns They allowed 24.3 points and 323.4 yards per game.

I can’t put my money on a team with an untested quarterback.

Play on Louisville. This is a 10* play.

The LSU Tigers went 8-3 this season but ended the season a three game losing skid. They averaged 30.7 points and 419 yards a game. Brandon Harris completed 53.1 percent of his passes this season with 12 touchdowns and five interceptions he also rushed for three touchdowns. Leonard Fournette had a Heisman Trophy type of season rushing for 1,741 yards and 18 touchdowns. Malachi Dupre has 39 receptions and six touchdowns. The defense is allowing 24 points and 342.5 yards. 

The Texas Tech Red Raiders went 7-5 this season. They averaged 46.6 points and 594.5 yards a game. Patrick Mahomes completed 65 percent of his passes with 32 touchdowns and 14 interceptions while rushing for 484 yards and 10 touchdowns. DeAndre Washington led the rushing attack with 1,455 yards and 14 touchdowns and Jakeem Grant had 80 catches and seven touchdowns. The defense allowed 42.6 points and 540.2 yards a game. 

Texas Tech will have to stop the LSU rushing attack, and I am not sure they can.  LSU has played good defense at times and I like their defense more than Texas Techs. I think the defense will make the difference in this one.

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The Nevada Wolf Pack have not won a bowl game since 2010. Tyler Stewart completed 57.5 percent of his passes for 2,065 yards this season, with 15 touchdowns and seven interceptions.  Hasaan Henderson and Jerico Richardson have combined to catch passes for 1,417 yards and nine touchdowns. The ground game is averaged 205.5 yards with James Butler gaining 1,156 yards and scoring eight touchdowns. They allowed 27.2 points and 394.8 yards a game. 

The Colorado State Rams are going  for their second bowl victory in the last three seasons. Nick Stevens completed 62 percent of his passes this season for 2,369 yards, with 21 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.  Rashard Higgins and Joe Hansley combined to catch passes for 1,317 yards and 14 touchdowns. The ground game averaged 195.7 yards with Dalyn Dawkins gaining  805 yards and scoring  two touchdowns. They  allowed 27.2 points and 394.8 yards a game. 

CSU comes in on a winning streak while Nevada has been inconsistent. I am leaning to the team on a roll.

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The North Carolina Tar Heels went 11-2 losing their first and last games of the season. They average 40.9 points and 486.9 yards a game on offense. Marquise Williams completed 61.4 percent of his passes with 21 touchdowns and nine interceptions and added  867 yards and 11 touchdowns on the ground. Elijah Hood gained 1,345 yards and scored 17 touchdowns in the rushing attack.  The defense is allowing 22.6 points and 411.3 yards per game. 

The Baylor Bears finished the season at 9-3 losing three of their last four games. The offense averaged 48 points and 604.6 yards a game. Chris Johnson is left at quarterback and he has completed just 39.5 percent of his passes with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Shock Linwood leads the ground game with 1,329 yards and 10 touchdowns. The defense is allowing 27.5 points and 389 yards a game. 

This game could have been a wild show but the injuries to Baylor put a bit of a damper on this one. Because of the injuries I like North Carolina to prevail in this one.

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The Cal Golden Bears struggled down the stretch losing five of their last seven. Their offense put up over 36 points a game on 524 yards. Their passing attack was ranked #4 with 368 yards a game. The defense allowed 30 points on 455 yards and were in the bottom third nationally in most categories. Jared Goff had 4,257 yards passing with 37 TD’s 13 interceptions and completed 64 percent of his passes. Bryce Treggs had 41 catches for 813 yards and Trevor Davis had 38 catches for 653 yards.

The Air Force Falcons finished the season at 8-5 and first in the MWC Mountain Division. Karson Roberts threw for 1,446 yards with nine touchdowns and ten interceptions on 52%.  Jacobi Owens led the rushing attack with 1,013 yards and Roberts added 674 yards and four others combined for around 1,400 yards.

I am not sure either defense can stop the other in this game. I see a lot of points lighting up the scoreboard and this game going over the total.

Play on the OVER. This is a 10* play.

The Central Michigan Chippewas are led by their passing attack, which averaged 314 yards a game which enabled the offense to put up 27 points a game. Their defense allowed just 330 yards and 22 points a game. Cooper Rush threw for over 3,700 yards with 25 touchdowns and ten interceptions. Jesse Kroll, Anthony Rice, Ben McCord, Mark Chapman and Corey Willis each averaged over 500 yards in receptions. Martez Walker and Jahray Hayes combined for nearly 700 yards rushing. 

The Minnesota Golden Gophers lost  five of six to end the season to finish at 5-7. They relied on their defense as their offense managed just 23 points on 357 yards. The defense allowed 354 yards and 26 points behind the #15 pass defense that gave up 182 yards. Quarterback Mitch Leidner threw for almost 2,500 yards with 13 TD’s and ten INT’s.  Shannon Brooks and Rodney Smith combined for over 1,200 rushing yards.

This game will come down to CMU passing attack against Minnesota's pass defense. I am leaning to the defense in this one.

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