St. Bonaventure and Virginia Tech 4:00 ET

Bonnies (+) over Hokies- I can't remember the last time I posted a side in a game where St. Bonaventure was involved but it probably was when Bob Lanier was at center for the Bonnies in 1970 (and yes I was betting these games when I was at NYU). SB is looking for their second straight Atlantic-10 title and have an all senior starting lineup but lost 74-64 loss to No. 15 Connecticut last Saturday and are 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. Virginia Tech after opening the season with four straight wins has lost 4-of-6 and are 0-4 ATS in their last four neutral site games while the Bonnies are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 neutral site games but are 0-5 ATS in their last five games overall. That ends here. Take ST. BONAVENTURE!

L.A. Rams at Arizona 8:15 ET

Rams (+) over Cardinals- Before the season started all the media could talk about other than Matt Stafford joining the Rams was the stellar defense that they played. Well, their defense has not lived up to expectations as they aren't even ranked in the top-10, but you know who is...Arizona. The Cardinals have the fourth ranked defense allowing just 319 YPG and have already posted a 37-20 win over the Rams on October 3rd as they gained 465 yards from scrimmage. That win by the birds was their first 'cover' in this series over Los Angeles in their last nine encounter. The road team is 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings and the Rams are 6-0 ATS in their last six visits to Arizona. Take L.A. RAMS!

Philadelphia at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

76ers (+) over Nets- With the best record in the East the Nets will host their closest challenger Philadelphia who trails Brooklyn by six-games in the loss column. The Nets were down to eight healthy bodies last time out and just relied on Kevin Durant to carry the load and he responded like a true champion (although he has never won an NBA championship. Philadelphia enters Brooklyn losing 3-of-4 with losses to Memphis and Miami after defeating Golden State on Saturday. The Nets are just 1-5 ATS after a SU win and are 0-6 ATS in their last six home games. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Indiana at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee just finished a four-game road trip where they defeated a pair of games against sub-500 teams and lost to a pair of clubs with winning records. Indiana is off a 102-100 loss to Golden State but have won three of their last four at home and now go on the road where they are 3-10 SU. Doesn't it seem a bit off that the Bucks would be such a meager favorite at home against a team that has struggled away from home especially against a team that they defeated 118-100 at Indiana in their last meeting and is 0-6 ATS in their last six meetings in Milwaukee. Maybe because the Bucks are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 as home favorites. This is BOGUS...take the PACERS!

Phoenix at Portland 10:00 ET

Trailblazers (+) over Suns- These two have split a pair of meetings each holding serve at home with the Suns off a loss against the Clippers in Los Angeles last night. Phoenix is playing without Devin Booker and center Deandre Ayton while the Trailblazers have lost five straight and 8-of-9. The Suns are 2-5 ATS in their last seven road games and are 1-5-1 ATS playing without rest while Portland is 3-0-1 ATS at home against teams with winning records. Take PORTLAND!

Alabama at Memphis 9:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide- No. 6 Alabama has been good to 'us' defeating Gonzaga outright as an underdog and beating Houston but not the 'number' in a non-cover victory. Tonight is a first for the Crimson as they will be playing their first true road games of the season. Memphis in the meantime is 4-5 after having lost their last four including a 74-72 home loss to Murray State last Friday. I look for the Tigers to scratch and claw their way to a win here in this non-conference battle. Take MEMPHIS!

L.A. Rams at Arizona 8:15 ET

Rams (+) over Cardinals- Before the season started all the media could talk about other than Matt Stafford joining the Rams was the stellar defense that they played. Well, their defense has not lived up to expectations as they aren't even ranked in the top-10, but you know who is...Arizona. The Cardinals have the fourth ranked defense allowing just 319 YPG and have already posted a 37-20 win over the Rams on October 3rd as they gained 465 yards from scrimmage. That win by the birds was their first 'cover' in this series over Los Angeles in their last nine encounter. The road team is 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings and the Rams are 6-0 ATS in their last six visits to Arizona. Take L.A. RAMS!

Milwaukee at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee who has won 12-of-14 cruised yesterday at New York Sunday never trailing and leading buy more than 20-points in the second quarter. Boston has just returned from their West coast trip and won just one of five and should be looking forward to returning to 'Bean Town.' The Celtics played all five of those road games without All-star Jaylen Brown who returns to action tonight. The Bucks have struggled against the Celts and are 3-9 ATS in the last 12 meetings in Boston and are 0-4 ATS in the last four meetings. Take BOSTON!

Buffalo at Tampa Bay 4:25 ET

Bills (+) over Buccaneers- OMG...what has happened to the Bills? No running game, no passing game and no more confidence. New England said to Buffalo it's too windy so we won't pass and you can't stop us...and they didn't. So, now this AFC imposter travels to warn sunny Florida and there stands Tom Brady, yes the same Tom Brady that is 32-3 lifetime over the Bills while playing with New England. But, Buffalo is 8-2-2 ATS as underdogs and 5-1 ATS last six as road dogs. IT'S BUFFALO!

Villanova at Baylor 3:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Bears- A pair of Top-10 ranked cagers meet at Baylor where the No. 4 ranked Bears will host No. 6 Villanova in what should be the best college basketball game of the day. The defending National Champions are undefeated (8-0) and are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven this season. This Wildcats will be playing their third road game of the season and have yet to 'cover' and are 0-2 ATS losing at UCLA after destroying Michigan State 91-51. The Bears have had the best of it to date but have yet to play a team with this much big game experience. Take VILLANOVA!

Houston at Alabama 10:00 ET

Cougars (+) over Crimson Tide- No. 9 Alabama has had seven days to savor their 91-82 outright win over former No. 1 Gonzaga and now they will host No. 14 Houston who is 8-1 SU losing only to Wisconsin 65-63 while the Tide's only loss (8-1) was against Iona. The surprise out of Houston is that they are allowing just 53.4 PPG ranking No.2 in defensive scoring and on the flip side Alabama is ranked 241 allowing 71 PPG but scores 86.4 PPG ranking No. 6. Cougars are 9-3 ATS as road underdogs and get it done here. Take HOUSTON!

Utah at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Jazz- Utah is at it again! Last season they ran of 18 straight wins and 'covered' most of those victories and now they have won six in-a-row straight-up while covering the last two on the road. The Jazz currently have the No. 2 offense with 115 PPG and are ranked No. 3 on defense at 104.4 PPG allowed. Tough numbers to beat but that's what the Wizards did twice last year against the Jazz winning both matchups. Known for their home court advantage Utah is 7-19-1 ATS against teams with winning home records and the Wiz are 5-0 ATS as home underdogs. Take WASHINGTON!

Army vs Navy 3:00 ET

Black Knights (-) over Midshipman- Always a tough call especially if you are taking the favorite and a favorite of more than a touchdown is asking for trouble. I now the difference in records gives the Army the advantage but they don't play anywhere near the schedule of the Navy. I am a believer is giving the edge to the team tae has taken the harder road but the Midshipman didn't measure up any any level abs they average just 54 yards a game passing. It's not the the Cadets thrown the ball much better but ground game is the 'grunts' strength and these sailors can't compete in a one way game and beat this team. Navy's weakest spot has been at QB and they really haven't found the answer. Take the BLACK KNIGHTS!

Sacramento at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Kings (+) over Hornets- Seems a bit odd and very interesting that a below average team Kings that is under .500 (11-14) would be favored on the road against a plus .500 ream that is 7-4 SU at home and 7-0 ATS in their last seven. Such is the case in Charlotte where the Hornets just dropped a pair against the 76ers in back-to-backs. Sacramento has won three straight including back-to-back wins against the Clippers. What makes this 'line' even more perplexing is that the Hornets are the No. 1 scoring team in the NBA but their defense is 30th. Take SACRAMENTO.

 Iowa at Iowa State 9:00 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Cyclones- Iowa looking to make it five in-a-row over the Cyclones as they look to rebound from their losses to Illinois on Monday and No. 2 Purdue on Friday. Iowa State is cruising along 8-0 having posted their first true road game win in 25 tries at Creighton on Saturday. The Hawkeyes lead the series 47-27 and are 15-6 ATS in their last 21 after a SU loss. Add that the Cyclones are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 home games and the underdogs is 6-1-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take IOWA!

Pittsburgh at Minnesota 8:15 ET

Vikings (-) over Steelers- Neither of these two teams can afford another loss at this time of the season if they expect to make the postseason. Minnesota is now 5-7 after a loss to previously winless Detroit while the 6-5-1 Steelers were fortunate to get by Baltimore 20-19 to stay alive. The Vikings who were missing a pair of defensive stalwarts Patrick Peterson and linebacker Anthony Barr as well as Dalvin Cook and receiver Adam Thielen on offense. Pittsburgh is 0-5 ATS in their last five games after a SU win while the Vikings are 3-8 ATS after a loss and 0-6 in their last six as home favorites. Still, this time out it is...MINNESOTA!

Utah at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

76ers (+) over Jazz- With Philadelphia having won their last three games it bothers me that they have come up the underdog at home even against the Jazz. Utah won by 32 points last night in Minnesota and are 8-3 SU on the road. Philly has had their way against Utah and are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings including 4-0 ATS as hosts. The Jazz are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games as favorites while the 76ers are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six games as underdogs. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Denver at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Nuggets- New Orleans started the season 3-16 and have turned turn about a bit winning four of their last seven while the Nuggets have lost eight of their last 10 and are a crew of wounded players. Denver is just 3-7 ATS as favorites including 2-6 ATS as road favorites and 2-7 ATS on the road overall. The Pelicans are 8-2 ATS as host against Denver in the last 10 meetings and are 5-2 ATS as home underdogs. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Indiana at Wisconsin 7:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Badgers- A pair of Big Ten contenders face-off in Madison where the 7-1 Badgers will host 7-1 Indiana. Wisconsin has won five straight since their home loss to Providence including wins over three previously undefeated teams in No. 12 Houston in Maui, at Georgia Tech and ripping apart Marquette while shooting 70.4% in the second have of their 89-76 victory. Indiana is 0-1 in true road games and have lost 10 consecutive games at the Kohl Center but the Hoosiers average 80.4 PPG and the underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Take INDIANA!

Brooklyn at Dallas 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Nets- Brooklyn who has yet to lose back-to-back games as 14-4 SU in their last 18 and have played better on the road than and home. Only 8-5 at home the Nets take well to the road and are 8-2 SU as visitors. Dallas has had a rough go of late losing four of five as both Porzingis and Doncic are ailing and guard Tim Hardaway Jr. is questionable for tonight's action. ATS numbers on both side are weak but the Mavs are 4-1 in the last five meetings. Take DALLAS!

Texas Tech vs Tennessee 7:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Volunteers- This should be a good early season matchup as both clubs are 6-1 AU and 4-3 ATS with both clubs coming off their first true road games of the season. The Vols had better fortune coming from behind to win at Colorado while the Red Raiders blew a lead a Providence and fell 72-68. This game is at Madison Square Garden and Texas Tech is 4-1 ATS as neutral site underdogs and although Tennessee is 4-1 ATS as neutral site favorites they are 2-7 ATS after a ATS win. Take TEXAS TECH!

Denver at Chicago 8:00 ET

Nuggets (+) over Bulls- Both clubs are off successful trips to New York with the Bulls winning a pair at Brooklyn and Madison Square Garden and Denver off our 'Money Game' win over the Knicks on Saturday. Billy Donovan has Chicago playing at a much higher level this season then in recent past the are protecting the home floor going 8-3 ATS as home favorites and are 16-5 ATS as favorites overall. But, the Nuggets are 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings and 5-1 ATS in their last six trips to Chicago. Take DENVER!

San Francisco at Seattle 4:25 ET

Seahawks (+) over 49ers- Now, hear this the Seahawks have gone under 10 of their 11 games this season and I'm trying to pick them out as a winner...fo the last time. San Francisco comes into Emerald City storming past the Rams, Jags and Vikings last week winners of three straight and looking to knock the Seabirds off their perch for good. Seattle 31st in offense and 32nd (last) in defense come up with a win here for old times sake. Take SEATTLE!

L.A. Clippers at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Clippers- Since the departure of coach Luke Walton the Kings are 3-3 SU under Alvin Gentry after winning their first two. The Clippers just ended a 3-game losing streak with a win over the Lakers in a game where Paul George turned his ankle. Los Angeles is 1-6 ATS after a SU win and 0-4 ATS with no rest. Kings player are said to have more say under Gentry and we'll see if it make a difference tonight. Take SACRAMENTO!

Georgia vs Alabama 4:00 ET

Crimson (+) Tide over Bulldogs- I knew it was going to happen...that I would end up with Alabama in this game a matchup where they are a virtual touchdown underdog. The Tide have been favorites in 92 consecutive games and that was back on Oct. 3, 2012 and they won that encounter. No one has come close to the Bulldogs except for Clemson in their opener and we thought the Tigers stunk but they showed their pedigree before the year was over. Alabama is game tested having had a few tough battles and a great come from nowhere win over Auburn last week. I have little doubt that Georgia is nt the better team as they are 10-3 ATS as neutral site favorites but the Crimson are 11-3 ATS after an ATS loss and the dogs is 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. This one doesn't pass the eye or smell test but I believe they win the game. Take ALABAMA!

Syracuse at Florida State 4:00 ET

Seminoles (-) over Orange- Syracuse enters its ACC opener after a huge double-overtime win over Indiana after getting blown out by Auburn in their previous game. The Orange (4-3) are led by a clan of Boeheim's as Buddy and Jimmy Boeheim scored a combined 53 points against the Hoosiers. Florida State is off a loss to the No.2 team in the nation getting trounced by Purdue 93-65 and now the Seminoles come up strong favorites in their conference opener. The Orange defense is one of the worst in the nation surrendering 82 PPG ranking 345th. Take FLORIDA STATE!

Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:30 ET

76ers (+) over Hawks- Some will have to give here as the Hawks host Philadelphia Friday night. Atlanta who is still looking to get their footing this season at 12-10 are 8-3 SU at home and are 7-3 ATS while Philadelphia is playing better on the road then in past seasons going 7-4-1 ATS. In the past the 76ers would just mail it in when in Atlanta and are 2-7 ATS ij the last nine meetings in Georgia. But, with the return of Joel Embiid form COVID the Sixers are 3-1-1 ATS in their last five road games. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Western Kentucky vs Texas-San Antonio 7:00 ET

Roadrunners (+) over Hilltoppers- This might be the best kept secret in college football and that is the Hilltoppers leading the nation in passing offense and having the No. 1 total offense in the Nation. Western Kentucky behind QB Bailey Zappe who has passed for 4,968 yards and 52 TD passes has won seven straight lost losing at home 52-46 to UTSA. The Roadrunners were 11-0 before their final regular season game loss to North Texas and they are 8-1 ATS after a straight-up loss and 13-3 ATS in their last 16 as underdogs. Take TEXAS SAN ANTONIO!

Dallas at New Orleans 8:20 ET

Saints (+) over Cowboys- The East Division leading Cowboys have a 2-game lead after dropping 3-of-4 and will be short-handed as five players and their coach will be sidelined because of COVID protocol. New Orleans has been short-handed as well but because of injuries as their top running back Kamara along with their first and second string quarterbacks have been sidelined as they went the month of November without a win. The Saints are 4-1 ATS as hosts in this series and the underdog is 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Dallas at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Mavericks- After winning just three of their first 19 games New Orleans has won 3-of-4 while the Struggling Mavericks have lost five of their last six. The Pelicans are 5-1 ATS in their last six games as home underdog while Dallas is 4-1 ATS in their last five road games but are 1-4 ATS against teams with losing records. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Cincinnati at Miami-Ohio 7:00 ET

Red Hawks (+) over Bearcats- With all the attention on Cincinnati directed toward the football field the Bearcats basketball team is yearning for some attention. The Bearcats opened the season with five straight wins and have now dropped their last two losing to No. 13 Arkansas in Kansas City and then shocked by Monmouth-NJ (+11) 61-59. Miami-O also started the year 5-0 but dropped their last contest at Western Illinois 79-67 their first road game of the season. Now, back home with the Cats playing their first true road game...take MIAMI-OHIO!

Duke at Ohio State 9:30 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Blue Devils- Duke took the main stage in Las Vegas playing before the state of Nevada's record crowd for a basketball game (20,389) against No. 1 Gonzaga Friday night. The Bulldogs were undefeated and coming off a thrashing of No. 2 UCLA in Las Vegas Tuesday night. Ohio State hasn't been so fortunate dropping two of three including a 71-68 loss to No. 23 Florida on a 3-point buzzer-beater. Although Duke is 19-3 in the Challenge the Buckeyes are 9-11 defeating North Carolina and Notre Dame the last two events. OSU is 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as underdogs. Take OHIO STATE!

L.A. Chargers at Denver 4:25 ET

Broncos (+) over Chargers- The last I saw of Teddy Bridgewater was him making sure that he got out of the way of an Eagles defensive back returning an interception for a touchdown. That will to win just isn't at the level it should be but, the horribly injured QB who has make a great career comeback has been hearing it for two weeks as the Broncos are off a bye after their 30-13 home loss. L.A. managed to get by the Steelers Sunday night but are just 1-3-1 ATS in their last five games in Denver and the underdog is 5-2-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Add that the broncos are 15-7-1 ATS after a bye week and 9-1 ATS after scoring less than 15 points the previous game. Take DENVER!

Golden State at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Clippers (+) over Warriors- I don't know about 'you' but I just love to watch Golden State with Stephen Curry play basketball. Currently the Warriors winners of six straight have the best record in the NBA and 17-2 is very impressive but maybe even more so is that they are 14-4-1 ATS. Clippers have been a bit inconsistent but play well against the Warriors going 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and are 4-1 ATAS as home dogs. Take CLIPPERS!

New York at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Hawks- last season both Atlanta and New York exceeded expectations and met in the NBA opening round of the playoffs with the Knicks the Number 4 seed and the Hawks No. 5. Atlanta took out New York in that series and a great deal is expected of them both this year. The Knicks jumped out to a 5-1 start and are just 5-8 since while the Hawks lost nine of their first 13 and are 6-1 since. Although the Knicks are 1-4 ATS in the last five meetings they are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 games in Atlanta. Take NEW YORK!

Texas A&M at Louisiana State 7:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Aggies- Although this is the final home game for Louisiana native Ed Orgeron it may not be his last because with an outright win the Tigers qualify for bid with six wins. Texas A&M of course is trying to increase their brand and a higher tier bowl game. The Aggies season has eight wins with the one to remember was their win over undefeated No. 1 Alabama. The Tigers are 10-0 ATS in the last 10 meetings and 5-0 ATS at home and they are 16-5 ATS after an ATS loss. Take L.S.U.!

Oklahoma vs Central Florida 2:00 ET

Knights over Sooners- Under coach Johnny Dawkins Central Florida is 4-0 for the first time in four years and will be hosting a 5-1 Oklahoma team playing their first true road game. Being on the road is a place the Sooners would rather not be as they are 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games overall and 2-11 ATS in their last 13 games as favorites. The Knights are 4-1 as underdogs and 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games overall. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Boston at San Antonio 8:30 ET

Spurs (+) over Celtics- I just don't think these Boston Celtics are all that good or they are so underachieving that they can only get better but I don't think so. It is said that 'numbers never lie...but they can be very misleading' and still provide valuable information. The Celtics seem happy with just loping down court and throwing out the first 3-point opportunity they come across without a thought of concern for rebound positing or defensive position as they are now defenseless. Spurs need good effort and Boston is the perfect visitor as they are just 1-4 ATS in San Antonio and 5-16-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings overall. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Washington State at Washington 8:00 ET

Huskies over Cougars- Man...how these Huskies do stink along with Stanford, USC okay I'll stop. If there is one way the Huskies can salvage anything from this season it would be to win the Apple Cup and defeat their arch rival from State. Washington has won the last seven meetings and lead the overall series 74-32-6 and this will be the 113th meeting. It's just the way things go...take WASHINGTON!

Buffalo at New Orleans 8:20 ET

Saints (+) over Bills- What's going on with the Bills? The skinned everyone alive the first six weeks and now don't seem to where they are. Of their five wins they came against Houston, Washington the Jets and Miami twice. Since losing Winston at QB New Orleans has struggled and dropped three straight including a no-show last week at Philly where they trailed 33-7 entering the fourth quarter. The Bills turned the ball over four times last week getting trampled by the Colts but are still No. 1 in NFL total defense. It should be a battle till the final gun and I'll stay with the home team that is 3-0 on Thanksgiving. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Mississippi at Mississippi State 7:30 ET

Bulldogs over Rebels- This could end up being a shootout of epic proportions if these two future pro quarterbacks play to their potential. These two state rivals will play the annual Egg Bowl in Starkville home of the Bulldogs and will host Mississippi who will be led by coach Lane Kiffin and his junior ready to leave for the NFL draft QB Matt Corral one of the Heisman favorites for the 9-2 Rebels. Mississippi State has had moments of great high's and a couple of disappointing performances and they are led by Mike Leach and his QB Will Rogers who has thrown for 4,113 yards, 34 TD passes with eight interceptions. Any team that has 'Will Rogers' at quarterback and he is from Brandon MS has my support! Take MISSISSIPPI STATE!

Ohio State vs Florida 8:30 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Gators- No. 23 undefeated Florida (4-0) takes on 4-1 Ohio State in the Beach Division Championship Game in the Fort Myers Tip-off. The Gators just had a walk-over game cruising 80-60 over California to get here with the Buckeyes showing toughness in their 79-76 win over No. 21 Seton Hall. OSU is 8-5 over the Gators in their 13 series meetings and I like the team that hard the tougher road to the finals. Take OHIO STATE!

L.A. Lakers at Indiana 7:00 ET

Lakers (+) over Pacers- According to the oddsmakers the Lakers are the 'bettor' choice' to win the NBA Championship and I think it's time for them to re-think their position. This is a team that is 4-7 without Lebron James on the floor and look totally directionless without the 'King.' If this is who Los Angeles is without James it just should establish that he is the MVP or at least 'Most Impact-full Person'. James returns tonight and adds the stability needed to rein in Westbrook's inconsistent play.

Take the LAKERS!

Dallas at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Clippers- These two met two days ago and the Clippers eked out a 97-71 win over the Mavericks for the cover. This time round Los Angeles still will be without Kawhi Leonard and they are a totally different team without him. This is the Clippers seventh game in nine days and Luca Doncic will be back for the Mavericks after a three game absence and he will be the difference. Take DALLAS!

Virginia and Providence 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Friars- Virginia who is not far removed from their National Title has won six tournaments in their last seven November tourney championships one of which came over Providence. The Friars are undefeated (5-0) but are 3-4 lifetime against Virginia and are just 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games on neutral sites including 0-5 Ats as neutral site favorites. Despite the Cavaliers struggling of late as they are1-4 AST in the last five at neutral sites they game the money here. Take VIRGINIA!

Western Michigan at Northern Illinois 7:00 ET

Broncos (-) over Huskies- We have seen a lot of strange 'numbers' come up in games this season and this line is one of the bigger surprises on the year. Let's start with the fact that Northern Illinois is on top of the MAC West with a 6-1 record and in last place in the West is Western Michigan at 3-4 in conference. So, why are the Broncos favored here, especially on the road where they are 1-3-1 ATS while the Huskies are 4-1 SU as hosts. Looking at the points overall UNI has been outscored by 12 points on the season by their opponents while UWM has outscored their opponents by six points in the year. Add that the Broncos are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 trips in Northern Illinois makes this even stranger. Take WESTERN MICHIGAN!

Dallas at L.A. Clippers 3:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Clippers- The last time these two met was in the opening round of the NBA Playoff last season and Dallas jumped out to a 2-0 lead before falling in seven game to the Kawhi Leonard led Clippers. This time round Los Angeles will be without Leonard and they are a totally different team without him. This is the Clippers fifth game in seven days and fatigue set in on Friday getting outscored 22-12 in the final quarter. Luca Doncic will be back for the Mavericks after a two game absence and he will be the difference. Take DALLAS!

Green Bay at Minnesota 1:00 ET

Vikings (+) over Packers- Another week where Aaron Rodgers is nit practicing and maybe against the Vikings it won't be as easy as it was against Seattle. With this game in Minnesota the Packers won't be as comfortable as they were at home against the Seahawks as Kirk Cousins has passed for 2,434 yards with 18 TD passes and only two interceptions. The Vikes were expected to contend for the division and at 4-5 they need this game in the worst way to get back into the playoff picture with this elongated season. The underdogs is 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings and Minny is 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 games as home underdogs. Take MINNESOTA!

Oregon at Utah 7:30 ET

Utes (-) over Ducks- So, the No. 3 team in the nation is an underdog to a three loss Utah team. Oregon started the season by annihilating Ohio State in Columbus and have been give elite status because of that impressive win. Their loss came against a weak Stanford team that is 3-7 on the year and I find it difficult to accept the committee's judgement that they are the number 3 team in the nation. Think about it, the No. 4 team (Ohio State) is a 20-point favorite over the No. 7 team and yet the No. 3 team is an underdog to the No. 23 ranked team. The line stinks and the Ducks are overrated. Take UTAH!

Baylor at Kansas State 7:30 ET

Wildcats (+) over Bears- Okay, here we go! No. 11 Baylor is coming off a huge win over Oklahoma and celebrated like they had won the Super Bowl and now travel to Manhattan (Kansas that is). The Bears average 6.97 yard per play and 5.94 yards per rush while the Wildcats QB Skylar Thompson is completing 75% of his passes for Kansas State who have won four straight. Another contest where the oddsmakers expect a letdown out if the ranked team. They are right more often than not. Take KANSAS STATE!

S.M.U at Cincinnati 3:30 ET

Bearcats (-) over Mustangs- Well, if you have been waiting for Cincinnati to score some style points this is the spot. Aside from their win at Notre Dame the undefeated Bearcats have been a major disappointment against the number' going 3-7 ATS on the year and struggling to put weaker teams away to provide a reason for the pollsters to move them into the top spots for the playoffs. Now, they are up against a conference foe that can score and possible pull off an upset so I expect the Cats to be loaded for bear (HA). Take CINCINNATI!

Michigan State at Ohio State 12:00 ET

Buckeyes (-) over Spartans- Last Saturday 'we' use Ohio State as our NCAA Blowout Game of the Year and the responded by destroying Purdue 59-31 and were never threatened. This week most expect them once again as huge favorites over No. 7 Michigan State to play a most closer game against stronger competition. Nope, I don't think so! The oddsmakers are making it so inviting to take the Spartans as they are 9-1 SU and 8-2 ATS on the year. I expect the same kind of result this week as the Buckeyes via for the FBS bid. Take OHIO STATE! 1

Air Force at Nevada 9:00 ET

Falcons (+) over Wolf Pack- Nevada had a chance to secure a spot in the MWC title game but was upended by San Diego State 23-21 last weekend and now face an always tough service academy who broke a 2-game losing streak with a win over Colorado State and are now 7-3 AU on the season. The Wolf pack have the nation's 4th ranked passing game with 373 ypg while the Air Force has the nation's No. 5 ranked defense allowing just 288 ypg overall along with the nation's No.1 rushing offense at 311 ypg. After blowing last weeks opportunity I believe the Pack will be dispirited. Take the AIR FORCE.

Indiana at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Hornets- Indiana is finishing a 3-game road trip and they are 2-8 SU in their 10 road games thus far this season going 4-6 ATS while the Hornets are 5-2 SU and ATS at home. But, I expect Charlotte to have a bit of a let down after defeating a pair of division leaders in Golden State and Washington in back-to-back games. The Pacers are 10-2 ATS when playing a team with a winning record and 4-1 ATS in their last five games as underdogs. Take INDIANA!

New England at Atlanta 8:15 ET

Falcons (+) over Patriots- New England has become an offensive juggernaut during their current four-game winning streak outscoring opponents 150-50 as quarterback Mac Jones has emerged as the top rookie QB this season. Atlanta on the other side is coming off a one-sided affair Sunday losing 43-3 at Dallas a game where they trailed 36-3 at the half. The Falcons had won three of their previous four games while QB Matt Ryan posted his career worst 21.4 passer rating throwing for only 117 yards. The Patriots are 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings which including their Super Bowl victory after trailing 28-3 late in the three quarter. This game has nothing to do with revenge just more about a team being embarrassed in their previous outing. Take ATLANTA!

Michigan State at Butler 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Spartans- Both of these schools have a rich basketball history with Michigan State being more renown having won a number of national championships but the Butler Bulldogs on a smaller scale has had achieved many accolades throughout their history. The Spartans opened the season at Madison Square Garden against Kansas and hung tough for the first half and then fell to the Jayhawks 87-74 but they won their home opener 90-46 over Western Michigan. Butler is 3-0 having won three home games against lesser competition and are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games as home underdogs while the Spartans are 4-13 ATS as road favorites. Take BUTLER!

L.A. Rams at San Francisco 8:15 ET

49ers (+) over Rams- In a way this is a mirror image game as the Rams are 4-0 on the road and San Francisco is 0-4 at home. The Niners have been a major disappointment at 3-5 overall but with that added game (17) this season they still believe that they have a shot at the playoffs but it must start here. One thing that they have going for themselves is that they have won the last four meetings against L.A. and that bodes confidence in a team that needs a win in the worst way and there is a sense of urgency entering this game. The Rams are the latest team to find out what it's like to have a disruptive force in uniform in OBJ and I understand he hasn't been with them long enough to cause issues but sooner of later he will. He comes to the Rams in the nick-of-time as they lost receiver Robert Woods for the season in Friday and should see plenty of action. The Rams are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings and the dog is 4-0 AT

New Orleans at Washington 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Wizards- After starting 3-9 last season the Wizards have been one of the biggest surprises in the NBA at 9-3 this year. New Orleans ended a nine game losing streak with their first home win (1-6) of the season defeating Memphis 112-101 with the return of Brandon Ingram and he must be the difference as Washington opened a meager 3-point favorite. I expect that number to rise as well as the Pelicans stock after tonight win on the road. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Kansas City at Las Vegas 8:20 ET

Raiders (+) over Chiefs- It is said that Sin City will get you sooner or later but the Raiders are setting records of attrition for players not even on the field. KC struggling to win and Vegas is looking forward to getting back on the field and are in need of a strong rebound after loss in New York.The Chiefs are 5-16 ATS last 21 overall and 2-8 ATS as favorites and 3-13 ATS after SU win. LV 5-1 ATS as dogs, 4-1 AST as home underdogs, home team 7-2 ATS L-9 meetings. Take LAS VEGAS!

Golden State at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Warriors- Golden State is the NBA's best at 11-1 and lead the league in scoring with 116.2 ppg led by Stephen Curry's 28.4 ppg. Charlotte is at the other end in defense ranked dead last surrendering 116 ppg and yet are 7-7 SU and ATS this season. This is a homecoming for Curry and their should be a full house in attendance with the Panthers on the road. The trends are all one-sided as is the money wagered pointing toward the Warriors...but not tonight. Take CHARLOTTE!

New Orleans at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Saints (+) over Titans- After a Week One beating to Arizona the Titans pounded the league for six weeks until Henry went down and now they pound you anyway...but, the Saints do more than pray and can surprise the home club here. Saints are 36-17 ATS last 53 as underdogs and 23-8 ATS as road dogs. Take NEW ORLEANS

Megabucks

Notre Dame at Virginia 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Fighting Irish- Notre Dame won their fourth straight win their third straight by double-digits sinking the Navy 34-6. Virginia is off a bye week after allowing 40+points in two straight games and are looking for to playing a ranked No. 9 Fighting Irish club that has won 39 consecutive games against unranked opponents! Somehow only 6-3 Virginia has the No. 1 ranked total yards offense in the nation averaging 545 ypg the 'Golden Domer's' average 393 ranking 71st. The Cavaliers are 13-3 ATS after a bye week and 20-6-1 ATS in their last 27 home games. Take VIRGINIA!

Memphis at New Orleans 7:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Grizzlies- The 1-12 Pelicans have now dropped nine straight games but did get the 'cover' last night (+9) losing to the Nets 120-112 braking a five-game non-cover streak. Memphis has lost their last two at home and take to the road where they are 2-3 SU. The Grizzlies have struggled against the Pelicans going 0-6 ATS in the last six meetings and 0-4 ATS in New Orleans with or without Zion Williamson. Surprisingly, New Orleans is 0-6 SU at home but is 6-1 ATS playing with no rest and get the money here. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Purdue at Ohio State 3:30 ET

Buckeyes (-) over Boilermakers- Not since 'we' had Georgia laying 17-points to Arkansas (37-0) have I felt so strongly about a side. Last week 'we' had Purdue as our' Big Ten Game of Year winning outright over Michigan State and you know all about that but the Boilermakers have done their just upsetting a pair of higher ranked undefeated teams in Iowa and last week over the Spartans weary this week it all collapses as the Buckeyes take control early and win going away! Take OHIO STATE!

Central Florida at Miami-Fl 1:00 ET

Knights (+) over Hurricanes- Miami coach Jim Larranaga are looking to improve upon a disappointing 2020-21 season by using the transfer protocol adding four 'new' players and the return of a number of injured players from last year. Central Florida unlike the Hurricanes bring back almost all their scoring and playing time from an 11-12 club last season. They have added 6-11 transfer Cheikh Mbacke who was team captain last season and he started with five blocked shots in the Knights opening victory over Robert Morris. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Big-12 Heavy Hitter

Oklahoma at Baylor Noon ET

Bears (+) over Sooners- All year long I've been thinking that the Sooners were underrated while knowing that Baylor was! We had TCU a 'Money Game' winner over Baylor last week who lost after a win over Texas and now I expect the angry Bears to be ready of Oklahoma. This is a game for the intangibles to be a factor for the Bears to prevail. Somehow some way they may throw a monkey wrench into the committees plans. Bears are 4-1 ATS in the five meetings as hosts and Sooners are 0-4 ATS after a win of 20+ points (won 52-21 v TT). Take BAYLOR!

Phoenix at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Suns- Phoenix who started the year 1-3 have reeled off six straight wins and five straight ATS wins take to the road after playing 6-of-7 at home and are playing outside the PT zone for the first time this season. Memphis has wins over the Clippers, Warriors and twice over the Nuggets but haven't been able to string wins back-to-back. The Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS after a double-digit loss at home and the Suns are 1-4 ATS as road underdogs. Take MEMPHIS!

Cincinnati at South Florida 6:00 ET

Bearcats (-) over Bulls- I've been a long time to catch these two teams in this kind of spot and I have them both where I want them. 'We' posted Cincinnati as our 'Highest-Rated' Megabucks the first week in October as they manhandled Notre Dame posting a 24-13 win (7-3 70% NCAAF L-10) and since the ranking came out they are 0-3 ATS with three SU wins over inferior competition defeating Navy, Tulane and Tulsa. South Florida opened the season losing to NC State 45-0 as a 19-point underdog and will be overwhelmed here. Take CINCINNATI BIG!

PS- Chip's Game of Year WINNER Purdue (+3) 40-29 OUTRIGHT over MSU!

Don't miss his NCAAF BLOWOUT Game of Year (7-3 70%) Saturday.

Miami at L.A. Clippers 10:40 ET

Heat (+) over Clippers- After a slow start the Clippers have won five straight and are off a 117-109 victory over Portland last night while Miami fell in OT to the undermanned Lakers. Not a long trip for the Heat who are 0-5 ATS in the last five meetings and 4-9 ATS at LA. But this is a tough Miami team that truly has grit and is 5-0 ATS on zero days rest and 9-4 ATS in their last 13 road games. Take MIAMI!

Dallas at Chicago 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Bulls- Dallas is off to their best start in seven years and at 7-3 they are about to embark play that puts them on the road the six of their next seven games. The start here with a win against the Bulls who they have dropped their last three games against. The Mavericks are warming up to Jason Kidd at the helm and are ready to break through as underdogs (0-5 ATS L-5). Luka Doncic can dominate the floor here. Take DALLAS!

Kentucky vs. Duke 9:30 ET

Wildcats over Blue Devils- This one tips off the college basketball season at Madison Square Garden between No. 9 Duke and No. 10 Kentucky as both schools are seeking bounce back seasons. Neither club make to the NCAA tourney last season as the Wildcats finished 9-16 and the Blue Devils 13-11 but were denied a spot because of a rash of COVID infections. Coach Mike Krzyzewski enters his 42nd and final season at Duke (47 total) and is no stranger to playing at MSG but will follow this contest with five straight at home while the Wildcats will play their next seven games in Lexington. Kentucky has added three transfer players from West Virginia, Davidson and Georgia and their previous experience should be the difference. Take KENTUCKY!

Atlanta at Golden State 10:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Warriors- The gleam and shine from last season's playoff run by the Hawks seems to have faded during the off season as they are off to a 4-6 start and just 3-7 ATS. Golden State seems to gained their previous form leading the NBA with an 8-1 record and are 5-1 SU going 3-0-1 ATS in their last four. This will be their sixth straight home game after such a long stay at home a ream can become a bit stale. Atlanta has dropped 5-of-6 SU and 6-of-7 ATS but are ready to breakout as they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings overall and 4-1 ATS in their last five at Golden State. Take ATLANTA!

Indiana at Sacramento 6:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Kings- The price of this game has me a little miffed as 5-4 Sacramento and off a pair home wins and 'covers' with the last one by 30-points is hosting the 3-7 Pacers who are 0-5 on the road and yet the Kings are favored by less than a field goal. Add that Indiana is 1-4 ATS in their last five trips to Sacramento makes this even more intriguing. One more strange thing about this Kings squad is that they are not playing Marvin Bagley III who is not listed on the injury list and has played in just one game for 10 minutes scoring only two points. That's more time than Ben Simmons but the Kings are supposedly trying to trade him. Take INDIANA!

L.A. Chargers at Philadelphia 4:05 ET

Eagles (+) over Chargers- winning three straight with impressive wins over the Chiefs, Raiders and Browns then Chargers come to the City of Brotherly Love as a same favorite after a pair of losses to the Ravers and Patriots. Philadelphia broke a two-game slide with an impressive 44-6 victory over hapless Detroit and return home where they are 6-2 ATS as home underdogs. L.A. seems to play down to their competition as they are 4-10-1 ATS against teams with losing records and the Eagles are 3-5 SU and certainly qualify. Add that the Chargers are last in rushing defense even behind the Jets...take PHILADELPHIA!

Michigan State at Purdue 3:30 ET

Boilermakers (+) over Spartans- I just can't pass it up! The Michigan State turnaround from last season to this season is something no one saw coming and they moved to No. 3 in the most important of all polls after a huge comeback win over Michigan last week where they trailed by 16-points in the second half and dominated the Wolverines from that point on and won going away. Still the Spartans have Ohio State and Penn State remaining after next weeks encounter against Maryland. The underdogs is 9-1-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings and Purdue is 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take PURDUE!

New York at Milwaukee 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Bucks- New York has gone from the No. 1 defensive team to the bottom third of the pack and I believe that it can all be attributed to the addition of defensively challenged Kemba Walker. The Knicks have dropped their last two while Milwaukee just ended a 3-game slide with a win at Detroit as they deal with a rash of injuries and COVID prodigals. Now, the Knicks throw up 3-point attempts with the best of them and are No. 2 in scoring averaging 113 ppg. Look for New York who is 15-7 ATS in their last 22 road games while Milwaukee is 6-2 ATS as home favorites. The Bucks stops here! Take the KNICKS!

New York Jets at Indianapolis 8:20 ET

Colts (-) over Jets- Seems a bit ironic that the Colts were run over by the Titans last Sunday even though Derrick Henry the prolific back had a bad hoof. The Jets flew over the Bengals late Sunday and behind New York's record setting performance by 26-year old rookie Mike White who was 37-of-45 for 405 yards passing with as well as a two-point conversion catch. The New York media is gone so bonkers over the next Tom Brady, Joe Montana, Kurt Warner or Johnny Unitas (he has already been compared to all of them) that they are talking about trading Zach Wilson already. I saw White's show and he is impressive, he stands in the pocket and has a strong accurate arm and his team mates L-O-V-E him. Now, for the Colts! They ran away from Derrick Henry in the second half against Tennessee and even the Titans' players commented that they were shying away from making a tackle. Carson Wentz played scared in the 2nd half and it's time for a team meeting and gut check. For this lame mare (3-5) to be favorited by double-digits after their folding last week against a team that was rejuvenated after a huge comeback win seems like a stretch. Remember, the Jets were a 2-win team last year and they were trailing by 11 points with under five minutes to play before the 'freak-out' happened. Take INDIANAPOLIS!

Utah at Atlanta 7:20 ET

Hawks (+) over Jazz- Atlanta started quick with wins in 3 of their first 4 and have mw dropped 3-of-4 including a loss at Brooklyn last night while the Jazz are 6-1 with their only loss coming at Chicago against the then unbeaten Bulls. The trends are difficult to argue with and Utah has all the numbers on their side but Atlanta is an 'upstart' and Hawks have claws too. Take ATLANTA!

New Orleans at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Kings- How about those Pelicans they can lay-down with the best of them as they did last night at one point leading by 20-points and falling by 12 with an 11-point-spread. Much has been expected of Sacramento this season but without Marvin Bagley who is out of the playing rotation.Sacramento also blew a 20-point lead at Utah last night but a least got the money so tonight, we'll play against them. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Miami at Dallas 7:30 ET

Mavericks (+) over Heat- Miami is off to a 5-1 start and are looking to establish themselves as the best team in the East as they are the NBA's top defensive club holding opponents to 97 points per game while scoring 114 ppg which ranks them No. 3 on offense and those are tough stats to overcome. Dallas is 3-0 at home although their only 'cover' came Sunday night against the Kings. Like most 'Unicorns' Kristaps Porzingis is rarely seen and has missed the Mavericks last three games while the Heat's Bam Adebayo missed Saturday's win with a bruised knee. I can't support my side with trends as it's all Miami. Still. Take DALLAS!

Portland at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Trailblazers- Okay, the streak should end here. Portland has posted two straight home wins over the Grizzlies and the Clippers and leave the west for the first time to play in Charlotte where the Hornets return after 2-game Florida road trip ending in Miami with a 114-99 loss to the Heat. The Blazers have a solid history against the Hornets and are 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings but this 'Waspy' club has a different sting. Hornets are 5-1 after an ATS loss and 16-5 ATS after a SU loss of more then 10 points...take CHARLOTTE!

Tampa Bay at New Orleans 4:25 ET

Saints (+) over Buccaneers- This may be the most one-sided quarterback matchup of the weekend as Tom Brady invades New Orleans and will be pitted against one of the all-time interception throwers of all time Jamis Winston. But, this season under better coaching Winston has 13 TS passes and just three interceptions. Tampa Bay brings the No. 1 passing offense into the Crescent City and averages 40.7 points at home but only 23.7 on the road by comparison. Before Brady started with the Buccaneers they have struggled against the team from the 'Big Easy' 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings. Take the NEW ORLEANS!

Utah at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Jazz- Utah is the lone undefeated team in the NBA at 4-0 but all good things must come to an end as the 4-1 Bulls rebound from their 1-point loss to the Knicks to be the last team to fall from the unbeaten ranks. The Jazz are not only 4-0 SU but ATS as well as defense has been the key allowing just 97 ppg. Chicago's defense is nothing to scoff at as they rank fourth allowing just 98.8 ppg. Although Utah's road record as favorites is impressive (6-1 ATS in last seven they are just 5-16-1 ATS on the road against teams with winning records and the Bulls are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games. Take CHICAGO!

Memphis at Golden State 10:10 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Warriors- These two met in the NBA's inaugural Play-in tournament last May and the Grizzlies eliminated the Warriors with a 117-112 win and they went on to lose to Utah 4-1 in the first round. Although Memphis is just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 meetings at Golden State most of that damage was done before the arrival of Ja Morant. This season the Grizzlies are actually outscoring the Warriors and are third in the league at 166.5 ppg and they are 9-4 ATS as road underdogs. Take MEMPHIS!

Washington at Boston 7:30 ET

Wizards (+) over Celtics- It appears that less-Westbrook is more. After a disastrous 2019-20 season the Wizards have started the 2020-21 season 2-1 without Russell Westbrook on the team. Boston opened the year with consecutive losses but have rebounded with a pair of wins and return to TS Garden where they suffered their worst home loss since March 2007 bowing to the Raptors 115-83. Washington is a better balanced team without Westbrook as they had six players ij double-figures in their lone loss but shot only 37% falling to Brooklyn on Monday. Wizards are 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings and are 6-1 after an ATS loss and get the money here. Take WASHINGTON!

Denver at Utah 10:00 ET

Jazz (-) over Nuggets- A great matchup in the West has Denver (1-0 on the road) visiting Utah (1-0 at home) clashing in a pair of playoff teams that met in the playoff bubble in 2020 when Denver rallied to win after falling behind 3-1 in the series. But in Salt Lake City the series takes a different turn as the Jazz are 12-4 ATS when hosting in Utah and the Nuggets are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 overall when underdogs. Utah is No. 1 on defense with 93.5 points allowed and the Nuggets struggle getting to the hoop ranking 26th scoring under a 100 points per game. The Jazz are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites and 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. Take UTAH!

Portland at L.A. Clippers 10:40 ET

Clippers (-) over Trailblazers- The Clippers without Kawhi Leonard have yet to post a win this season having lost to the Warriors and Grizzlies while Portland posted a huge win for us (Money Game) Saturday night over Phoenix. This is the first road game of the season for the Trailblazers and they lead the NBA in scoring after two games averaging 127.5 points and are ranked No. 2 in FG percentage (all at home). Portland is 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings and 0-4 ATS in their last four meetings in Los Angeles. Take the CLIPPERS!

Golden State at Sacramento 9:00 ET

Kings (+) over Warriors- A matchup of the two top NBA 3-point shooters headline this battle of California teams as the Warriors Stephen Curry and Kings Buddy Hield both have made 10 long distance shots in their two games. Both clubs are 1-1 ATS bit Golden State is 2-0 SU and are scoring 118 points per contest. Sacramento takes pride in defeating the Warriors and are 9-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings including 4-0 in the last four at home. The Kings are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games when underdogs and the beat goes on...take SACRAMENTO!

Carolina at New York Giants 1:00 ET

Giants (+) over Panthers- The was 'Fade' when Sam Darnold played in New York with the Jets and this time he comes into the 'Big Apple' with Carolina and nothing has changes as the word once again is...FADE! After a quick 3-0 start against weak opponents the Panthers have lost three straight with Darnold's performances getting worse week by week. Now, on to the crippled Giants who after lack luster losses to Dallas and the Rams are hearing it more from the media than Ben Simmons is in Philadelphia. Surprisingly enough when checking the stats we find that New York is better on offense than the Panthers although their defense has fallen off last season's pace and Carolina is better on that side of the ball. A key clog for the Panthers is still missing as Christian McCaffrey is still out of action and that cripples their offense more than the Big Blue injuries. Take the GIANTS

N.C. State at Miami-Fl 7:30 ET

Hurricanes (+) over Wolfpack- My oh my...when I first saw this game on the Hurricanes schedule I was certain that I would be backing N.C. State especially after the way they started the season with the Wolfpack blowing out South Florida 45-0 and defeating Clemson 27-21 while Miami was crushed by Alabama and barely got by Appalachian State. But, the Canes although in a losing effort impressed me last week in their last at North Carolina and though they are just 2-4 on the season they are vastly improved from what I saw early in the year. Second year freshman Tyler Van Dyke has gotten better game by game and Miami is 6-2 Ats after allowing 40 or more points in their precious game. NC State is just 4-11 ATS in their last 15 road games, 1-6 ATS as road favorites and 7-15 ATS after a SU win. Take MIAMI-FL!

Miami at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Heat- Miami opened the season with revenge win over the defending NBA Champions Milwaukee Thursday as the routed the Bucks 137-95. The Pacers are 0-2 after dropped in pair of road games at Charlotte and an 2OT loss at Washington last night. Indiana was small favorites in both of those road games and now return to Indianapolis for their home opener and will be getting points once again and they are 5-0 ATS in their last five home games when underdogs. Take INDIANA!

Oklahoma State at Iowa State 3:30 ET

Cyclones (-) over Cowboys- No. 8 Oklahoma State is undefeated (6-0) and just posted a huge (32-24) emotional win at Texas and this week the are a virtual touchdown underdog against unranked at Iowa State who has two losses. I may be getting sucked in here but the 'numbers' just don't add up and I trust the oddsmakers more than the pollsters. What bothers me more is that the Cowboys are 2907 ATS in their last 27 games as underdogs and 16-5 ATS against teams with winning records so it's obvious that they are the Rodney Dangerfield of college football getting 'no respect.' On the flip side the Cyclones are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games as favorites and because this line seems so out of whack I will lay it. A 'Don't make sense' winner. Take IOWA STATE!

Wake Forest at Army 12:00 ET

Black Knights (+) over Demon Deacons- Undefeated (6-0) and ranked No. 15 Wake Forest travels to West Point and is only a 3-point favorite against a 4-2 Army squad that doesn't anything near the quality schedule of the Demon Deacons. Having played against the service academies while I was in college I know how tough they can be especially at home. The Army is 3-0 SU at home this season and is coming off a hard fought loss (20-14) at Wisconsin where they held their own against the bad boys in the Big Ten allowing the Badgers just 310 yards on offense. Wake Forest is off an OT win at Syracuse where they totaled just 338 yards on offense and were out-gained by the Orange by 88 yards. Look for the outright upset here. Take ARMY!

Brooklyn at Milwaukee 7:30 ET

Nets (+) over Bucks- So to start the NBA season we the defending NBA Champions playing at home in a virtual Pick-em situation and in most circumstances that would seem a bit odd but the Bucks opponent here is the heralded Brooklyn Nets who have as much fire-power as any team in the NBA. The Nets of course will be without mental case Kyrie (Drama Queen) Irving who has fallen off one of the sides of the flat planet earth and believe it or not Brooklyn will better off without him as his playing ability which is immense is just not worth the constant distractions. The Bucks have had the best of the Nets but this is a fresh start to a new season. Take BROOKLYN!

Buffalo at Tennessee 8:15 ET

Titans (+) over Bills- There is one thing that Tennessee can do right and that is run the ball with Derrick Henry has 640 yards and is looking for his fifth straight 100-yard game rushing. What they don't do so well is protect their quarterback Ryan Tannehill who has been sacked a league high 20 times this season. This week they face a Buffalo defense that leads the NFL in fewest points allowed per game with 12.8 and yards per game with 252 and takeaways with 15. The Bills offense has a claim to fame as they lead the league in scoring at 34.4 ppg as they average 410 ypg. The underdog is 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings and the Titans are 7-2 ATS in their last nine Monday night games. Take TENNESSEE!

Dallas at New England 4:25 ET

Patriots (+) over Cowboys- Man of man have to Cowboys turned it around this season or what! The are 5-0 ATS (the only NFL that is) and have what seems like an unstoppable offense now that Dak Prescott is back leading the charge. They will need all of that and more against a Bill Belichick team that is young at quarterback but No. 5 in defense allowing just 317 yards per game and just 18.4 points. As good as Dallas has looked and played they are still just 1-4 ATS in their last five road games when favored while the Patriots are 10-2 ATS as home underdogs. Take NEW ENGLAND!

L.A. Chargers at Baltimore 1:00 ET

Ravens (-) over Chargers- These two have common record of 4-1 and a pair play making quarterbacks that get it done with contrasting styles. Their offensive styles are drastically different as drop-back QB Justin Herbert exclusively uses his arm throwing for 1,576 yards and 13 TD passes while Lamar Jackson is probably the second best running back in the NFL behind Derrick Henry (the second coming of Jim Brown) and has an explosive style. Baltimore already has wins over a pair of AFC West opponents defeating Denver and Kansas City with their lone loss coming in OT against the raiders after blowing a 14-point fourth quarter lead. Chargers had a huge comeback win last week over the browns scoring 47 points but they are 8-20-1 ATS after scoring 30 points or more. Add they the Ravens are 5-1 as home favorites...take BALTIMORE!

Michigan State at Indiana 12:00 ET

Hoosiers (+) over Spartans- These two have switched positions this season as compared to last. Indiana was 6-2 last year and showed so much promise behind quarterback Michael Penix, Jr but have yet to score touchdown in a pair of Big Ten games against Penn State and Iowa while Michigan State after a horror show last year are 6-0 this time around and looking stronger every week. So, I ask you with Penix sidelined with a shoulder injury why is this line so inviting. The Spartans have won 10 of the last 12 meetings but were upended 24-0 at home last season by the Spartans. Jack Tuttle was 1-1 as a starter at QB last season for the Hoosiers and will be an improvement over the inaccurate throwing Penix. Take INDIANA!

Appalachian State at UL Lafayette 7:30 ET

Ragin' Cajuns (+) over Mountaineers- Great matchup between a pair of 4-1 clubs from the underrated Sun Belt Conference. App. State of course has more notoriety and their loss came at Miami-Fl 25-23 a game they could have won when the Hurricanes had a healthy D'Eriq King. A questionable pass interference gave Miami field position to the win otherwise they could be undefeated. Lafayette's lone loss came in their opener at Texas 38-18 and we have seen how good the Longhorns are. The Mountaineers are 5-11 ATS in their last b165n games as favorites and the underdogs in 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings while the Cajuns are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games as underdogs. Take UL LAFAYETTE!

Buffalo at Kansas City 8:20 ET

Chiefs (-) over Bills- I believe there has been an over-reaction to Buffalo and the 'public' will be loading up on the Bills in this one. Granted they have been far more impressive than Kansas City as Patrick Mahomes has thrown four interceptions with the Chiefs committing seven turnovers while the Bills lead the NFL with 11 takeaways and have the NFL's No. 1 defense allowing just 216.8 YPG. Of course they have played four of the worst offensive team in the league in Pittsburgh, Washington, Houston and Miami. Things will look different to them this week. Take KANSAS CITY!