Tennessee at LA Chargers 4:25 ET

Titans (+) over Chargers- We were winners with and against both these clubs last weeks as our Vegas Insider jaguars won outright over Tennessee and the Chargers cleaned house with our Sunday Night Stand alone winner over Miami. So, what I am trying to get to is that I believe that i have a really good feel for what is going on and I can see th Titans being a bully to a banged up team that rose to the occasion on national TV and now will revert to form. The Titans are 14-5 ATS on the road against winning teams and th Chargers are 7-20 ATS in their last 27 home games against teams with winning records. Take TENNESSEE!

Vanderbilt vs N.C State 10:30 ET

Commodores (+) over Wolfpack- These two have very different records and only one common opponent to judge them. This will be a late start in Chicago and is the final game of a quadruple-header at the United Center. For Vanderbilt it will be their first ‘live’ action in nine days and they are ready to get back to the hardwood. This is the sixth meeting with the Commodores having a 3-2 advantage with all six games having being played on neutral sites and Vandy is 7-1 ATS in their last eight games at neutral sites. NC State who is off a huge 92-73 win over under-manned Furman are 5-15-1 ATS after a SU win. Take VANDERBILT!

Utah at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Jazz (+) over Bucks- I don’t know about these Bucks as this line just doesn’t seem right to me. Memphis is supposed to be one of the stiffer competitors and the Bucks who trailed by 15-points after the first quarter out-scored the Grizzlies by 56 points the final three quarters. I don’t think they’ll do it in back-to-back games and will put my trust in the Jazz who have won their last two games over New Orleans and overcame a 15-point deficit themselves. The Jazz are 30-9 ATS in the last 39 meetings and 6-2 ATS in their last eight trips to the Brew City. Take UTAH!

Indianapolis at Minnesota 1:00 ET

Colts (+) over Vikings- Minnesota is in the same spot this week as last when what they need is one victory to clinch the division and a playoff. They are coming off a 34-23 loss at Detroit and are hosting the leagues’ second worst scoring team averaging 16.1 PPG who lost to Dallas 54-19 on December 4. In that contest the Cowboys scored 33 unanswered fourth quarter points and the Colts have had two weeks to regroup and wash away the stench they carried after that game.The Vikings are not respected by the odds makers so I why should I. Take INDIANAPOLIS!

Atlanta at Charlotte 7:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Hawks- Both of these clubs have seen better days and have been very disappointing for their backers to date. Charlotte who is expecting the return of Gordon Hayward (Isn’t he always returning from some aliment) have dropped six straight games and the Hawks have been just one-game better in their last six contests going 1-5 SU. But more importantly for the Hornets LaMelo Ball returned to action Wednesday and had 23 points and 11 assists in their loss at Detroit. The Hornets have had their way with Atlanta winning going 10-4-1 ATS as hosts in their series and get it done tonight. Take CHARLOTTE!

San Francisco at Seattle 8:15 ET

Seahawks (+) over 49ers- Maybe the Niners don’t really need a quarterback with experience as they are able to post wins because the the NFL toughest and No. 1 overall defense. San Fran already posted a win over the Seahawks in September and Seattle has dropped their last two games and needs a win in the worst way to right the ship. The 49ers have nothing but positive stats except for one and this trend is way vital. They are just 2-8-1 ATS in their last 11 meetings in Seattle and 6-15-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings overall. Take SEATTLE!

Milwaukee at Memphis 8:00 ET

Bucks (+) over Grizzlies- Memphis has won six straight and is showing what we all know they can do as they are 7-1-1 ATS in their last nine games. Milwaukee who is looking to get back into the winners circle are off a message sending 128-111 win at Golden State and have won 8-of-10. The Bucks continue to pressure their opponents and are No. 2 in defense in points scored allowing 107.6 PPG and are No. 1 in FG % defense. The Grizzlies are off a 128-103 win over Atlanta on Monday and are 2-6 ATS after scoring 125 points or more in their previous game while the Bucks are 9-3-1 ATS in their last 14 games after a win of 10 points or more. Take MILWAUKEE!    

South Carolina at UAB 7:00 ET

Blazers (-) over Gamecocks- Here are a pair of schools that are moving in opposite directions as the once proud Gamecocks have fallen to the point where a Conference USA team is a double-digit favorite over an SEC team. When you look at the stats you can see why the price is what it is. South Carolina is one of the more offensively challenged team in the NCAA ranked No. 331 averaging just 64.2 PPG and their defense is ranked at 211 PPG. The Blazers are one of the top scoring team’s in the nation at No. 6 averaging 87.9 PPG. shooting 49.1% from the floor. Take ALABAMA-BIRMINGHAM!

Sacramento at Philadelphia 7:00 ET

Kings (+) over 76ers- It might be surprising to you because it was to me when I realized it but Sacramento has a better record than the Sixers. Be it just one game but it sort of caught my attention. Now, Philly is coming off an epic performance by Joel Embiid (53-points) who is still on a mission to prove he’s the league’s best and a huge win on Sunday, while the Kings were blown out in New York. Okay, here’s some supporting info, Kings are 15-5 ATS after a loss of 10 points or more as well a 15-7-1 ATS in their last 23 road games. Although Philly holds a big series edge the Kings are 4-1 ATS in the last five game in Philadelphia. Take SACRAMENTO!

Arizona State at Creighton 9:00 ET

Sun Devils (+) over Blue Jays- No. 21 Creighton won’t be ranked in the Top-25 mush longer as they have lost four straight games and now face a red hot Arizona State squad that has won seven in-a-row. The Sun Devils won 58-57 at Creighton last season and look to do it again with a defense that only allows 59.8 PPG. Devils are 6-0 ATS when playing a team with a winning record. Take ARIZONA STATE!

New England at Arizona 8:15 ET

Cardinals over Patriots- Arizona as we might remember start the 2021 season with seven straight wins and it has been all downhill since. The Cardinals are 4-8 and with five games remaining are 3-games behind the conference leader. Cliff Kingsbury the Red Birds leader is on the hot seat here as the disappointment of the season falls on him and the best shortstop in the NFL Kyler Murray as he has thrown for less than 200 yard in each of the past two games. New England has lost their last two and are having problems at the quarterback position as well as Mac Jones has fallen short of a solid rookie season. In need it’s... ARIZONA!

Miami at LA Chargers 8:20 ET

Chargers (+) over Dolphins- I have it on good authority that the Chargers are coming to play this week against the favored Dolphins. Los Angeles (I still have trouble with that) is truly banged up and always do enough to lose but with an excuse be it coaching, penalties or player miscues the always seem to disappoint. Miami was man-handed by the 49ers last week and stayed in southern Cal as opposed to returning round trip to and from Miami. Charger defense has allowed 150 or more yards rushing six straight games but no to worry Miami only averages 89 YRP ranking No. 28. Running the ball is where LA need to shine as they try to recover from an 86 yard performance against Vegas last week and are 9-3 ATS the week after gaining less than 90 yards on the ground. So, it all comes out that that home team gets the Money going 7-3 ATS last 10 meetings. Take LA CHARGERS!

Wisconsin at Iowa 6:30 ET

Badgers (+) over Hawkeyes- Iowa was a huge winner for us last time out as they beat down rival Iowa State 75-56 on Thursday as the won without Kris Murray who leads the team in scoring (19.4) and rebounds 10.1. This time around it will be a little tougher without him as the Badgers (7-2, 1-0) look to win their second Big Ten contest. This game will pit the No. 22 offense of Iowa against the no. 24 defense of Wisconsin. The Badgers are 5-1 ATS on the road and the road team is 9-4-2 ATS in the last 15 meetings. Take WISCONSIN!

Cleveland at Cincinnati 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Bengals- I love just about everything about this match up as the AFC defending Champs are off a huge victory over Kansas City last week as Joe Burrow remains undefeated against Patrick Mahomes. But, one team who Burrow has yet to beat on the field is the Browns. Cleveland finally has their starting quarterback in Deshaun Watson who was less then stellar last week against Houston. With the rust being played out I expect a bit of improvement from Watson and a letdown by the Bengals. Take CLEVELAND!

Brooklyn at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Nets- Brooklyn with the combo of Irving and Durant have reeled of five wins in their last six games. These wins came after a 128-117 loss to the Pacers in Indiana back on November 25. Last night the Nets posted a 120-116 win over Atlanta and this being the second of back-to-back games they will have a number a players who will rest. One of course will be Ben Simmons and the other will be Durant and possibly even Irving. Nets are 0-6 ATS in the last six meetings against the Pacers and are 1-10 ATS when starters play a combines 150 minutes the previous night. Take INDIANA!

Minnesota at Utah 9:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Jazz- The return of 3-time defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert to Utah in a different uniform for the first time is the storyline in the Great Salt Lake state. The Jazz of course are also without Donovan Mitchell and have performed surprising well to date this season winning 17 of 31. The Jazz are off a 124-123 win over Golden State and I don’t expect them to meet that level of play against tonight. T’wolves are 4-0-1 ATS in their last five visits to Utah. Take MINNESOTA!

Las Vegas at LA Rams 8:15 ET

Rams (+) over Raiders- I just love it and if ‘we’ lose this match-up I will have more than egg on my face. Los Angeles is having the worst season after a Super Bowl victory. We all expect a down fall after winning the Big-One but injuries and down play have a decimated roster have been the major factor. Las Vegas on the other hand was so over-rated that they had to tank the first half of the year and then when the public soured on them they started to win. So now, the public is back and they are ready to tank again. PS...2nd worst defense in NFL. Take LA RAMS!

Ohio State at Rutgers 7:00 ET
Scarlet Knights (+) over Buckeyes- Oops, I’ve done it again! That’s the chant the student body will be using after Rutgers upsets another Big Ten visitor outright like they did as a Megabucks winner over Indiana. Last season the Scarlet Knights scored the final 10-points of the game and defeated the Buckeyes 66-64 and I expect more of the same tonight. Rutgers does it the old fashion way as they are No. 5 on defense allowing just 54.1 PPG and are tough at home. The home club is 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings and Ohio State is 1-7 ATS after a SU win. Take RUTGERS!

Boston at Phoenix 10;00 ET

Suns (+) over Celtics- Boston is out to prove that this is their season as they lead the NBA in scoring (120.1 PPG), 3-point shooing (40.2%) and Free Throws (84.4%) and have won six of seven. Phoenix who has been playing without Chris Paul for the past 16 games expects his return soon and maybe even tonight. The Suns were caught in a look-ahead at Dallas Monday night and were crushed 130-111 and are 7-0 ATS after a SU loss. They are also 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings in Phoenix. Take the SUNS!

New Orleans at Tampa Bay 8:15 ET

Saints (-) over Buccaneers- Over the years it has been a losing proposition to fade Tom Brady as he in the greatest winner in NFL history. But, under the current circumstances with limited offensive talent to work with and a head coach that has never been successful as a head coach in his prior experiences. The Buccaneers at 5-6 are in perfect position leading the NFC South by two-games in the loss column over all other division clubs. New Orleans has lost their last two getting shut out by the 49ers last week and have averaged just 250 YPG their last three contests. The Saints are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings including 4-0 ATS in their last four at Tampa Bay. Bucs 1-7-1 ATS in their last nine home games. But guess what, I am not fading Tom Brady tonight. This is not the same Saints team that was led by Sean Payton. Take TAMPA BAY!

Denver at New Orleans 3:30 ET

Nuggets (+) over Pelicans- Now, here’s a good one...New Orleans is the division leader in the Southwest and it has surely been the impact of Zion Williamson that has made the difference in this years club. The Pelicans have won eight of their last 10 and the last three were without leading scorer Brandon Ingram and he is day-to-day. Nuggets had won four straight before a Friday defeat at Atlanta and will rebound here wit the line being to clue. Take DENVER!

Jacksonville at Detroit 1:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Lions- Here I am thinking that Detroit is that hot team and now the book-makers do this. What you ask? Well, the Lions and Jaguars have the same record (4-7) and the Lions had won three straight until Thanksgiving against the Bills but have covered four in-a-row while Jacksonville is off their thrilling come-from-behind win over the Ravens winning for only the 2nd time in their last eight games. I though I saw something in the Jags last week that make me believe that they are getting better and by the looks of this line so do the odds-makers. Take JACKSONVILLE!

Indiana at Rutgers 4:00 ET

Scarlet Knights (+) over Hoosiers- Oh boy! Ain’t we got fun...Indiana pops into the Top-10 for the first time in over five years after defeating an over-ratted North Carolina clubs that has now dropped three in-a-row. This is a perfect spot to ambush the 7-0 Hoosiers who are playing their first true road game and they are 8-20-2 ATS in their last 30 road games after three straight at home. And get this the Scarlet Knights are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 home games against teams with winning records, add that the home team is 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take RUTGERS!  

Kansas State vs Texas Christian 12:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Horned Frogs- This is sad for me because I believe that TCU is good enough to win the National title, I love their backs and defense. But, the odds-makers who I trust more than any wife (nah kidding) tells ‘us’ that the Horned Frogs will not make it. Now, I like Kansas State and other than last week I’ve been riding Martinez and the Wildcats and for good reason as they are 8-3 ATS this season. Number is too inviting for an undefeated team. Take KANSAS STATE!

Utah vs Southern California 8:00 ET Utes (+) over Trojans- Oh man the guys aren't giving Southern California too much room here to win and not cover. Utah has already defeated the Trojans at home in a non-cover 34-33 victory at home. Have you seen these two teams of late, USC is electric and QB Caleb Williams is now the Heisman favorite while Utah like the rest of the state is very vanilla. When comparing team stats the USC offense has a 50-yard per game advantage but Utah wins on the defensive side of the ball by almost a 100 yards. Quick note USC is 1-10 ATS in their last 11 at neutral sites and the underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. Take UTAH!

Baylor at Gonzaga 8:00 ET

Bears (+) over Bulldogs- These two teams played for the National Championship in 2021 and it wasn’t pretty for the Zags as the 4.5-point underdog Bears led from start to finish as they highest scoring team in the nation was stifled. This time around Gonzaga is playing behind a closed window as it is Baylor that scores 88.1 PPG ranking No.6 while on defense the Bulldogs have dropped to No. 331 allowing 76.7 PPG. Bears are off a beat down by Marquette 96-70 and they are 6-1 ATS after a loss of 20-points or more. Gonzaga is 1-8-1 ATS in their last 10 neutral site games. The underdogs is 5-0 ATS in this series. Take BAYLOR!

Toronto at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Raptors (+) over Nets- Brooklyn has finally gotten over the .500 mark for the first time this season and are still led by the NBA’s new game iron man Kevin Durant who not only has scored an average of 38.7 PPG in his last four contests but he also leads the NBA in minutes played per game. But, the Nets drama continues as off-court antics are just a side show circus. Toronto on the other side of the coin nee to win to stay about .500 and they will. Take TORONTO!  

Buffalo at New England 8:15 ET

Patriots (+) over Bills- Is Buffalo just slogging their way their the season before they start to show some real stuff that is expected of them or is what you see is what you get. Or can they be the most overrated team in the NFL and just don’t measure up to other expectations. are No. 2 in totals gaining 416 a game and they are No. 3 in passing with Josh Allen leading the way. The Bills Josh Allen is their leading rushing with Singletary close behind but, Allen has been involved in over 500 plays between his passing and running and that much usage with take its toll especially in the NFL. The Patriots are not in Buffalo’s class and the Bills are 3-0-1 ATS in their last four trips to Bean-town but they are 1-3-1 ATS in their last five road games and the Pats are 7-3 ATS at home and 6-2 ATS in their last eight games overall. Belichick will find a way to steal this one. Take NEW ENGLAND!

Chicago at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Suns- Phoenix is looking unstoppable of late having won their last six and that is without Chris Paul. The Suns will wait until the games become important and then be sure to install Paul into the lineup to insure another payoff failure. Devi Booker is picking up the slack scoring 44 points against the Kings Monday night. The Bulls are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 trips to Phoenix and the Suns are 2-6 ATS after a SU win. Take CHICAGO!

Virginia at Michigan 9:30 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Wolverines- I saw No. 3 Virginia defeat Baylor and Illinois in Las Vegas and although they were crowned tourney champs I can say that I was all that impressed. Although, I feel that they will win games because of their experience and depth. As Claude Reins would say ‘I am shocked...’ yep, I am shocked at how little respect the Wolverines are receiving from the book-makers as I expect them to be ranked which they are not and I don’t expect them to be such an underdog at home Now, the decision is do I believe my lying eyes or a lying bookmaker. Maybe, they know something a Michigan is 1-5 ATS in their last six home games and they are 2-9 ATS after a SU win. Cavaliers 7-2 ATS in last nine against winning teams above .600. Looks too easy to take the Wolves...take VIRGINIA!

Missouri vs Wichita State 8:00 ET

Shockers (+) over Tigers- Missouri opened the season with seven straight wins and that is always impressive even if they defeated the likes of SIU Edwardsville, Southern Indiana, Lindenwood, Mississippi Valley State, Coastal Carolina and of course Houston Christian. Now, not that seven sub-division schools isn’t bad enough they played them all at home. Now, this isn’t a true road game as it is a neutral site but they are playing a real basketball team. Take WICHITA STATE!

Golden State at Dallas 8:00 ET

Mavericks (+) over Warriors- This Nationally Televised game will feature two of the biggest NBA stars with Golden State’s Stephen Curry (31.4) still the league most popular player and the Mavericks Luka Donic (33.1) who are 1 and 2 in scoring. The Warriors have finally put in together on the road (2-9) and have won three straight and five of six while the Mavericks have dropped their last four and are an amazing 1-13-1 ATS in their last 15 games overall. Mavericks 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings as hosts. In a rebound and much needed situation the Mav’s respond. take DALLAS!

Chicago at Utah 9:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Jazz- Okay, here we go, Utah who at this early stage of the season are 4-games up on Chicago and are 6-2 at home. The Bulls who are 3-6 on the road seem and are a very short underdog and are only 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall. The Jazz have dropped their last four SU but got the money last time out as our Megabucks winner bowing to Phoenix 112-111 plus 6.5-points. Utah on a slide and the price shows it. Take CHICAGO!

Pittsburgh at Indianapolis  8:15 ET

Steelers (+) over Colts- Wait a second...Indy is the home team. Not paying too close attention until the weekend and I had thought because of the meager line that the game was in Pittsburgh. So what they bookie is saying is that the Steelers would be favored at a neutral site. Everybody is pulling for Jeff Saturday and well this Monday after defeating the Raiders in Las Vegas and battling the Eagles to the final gun in the City of Brotherly Love (that is a frickin’ joke) the return home with a Dickens thought of Great Expectations. Too bad the odds-makers sees disappointment in store for Colts fans. Take PITTSBURGH!

LA Chargers at Arizona 4:05 ET

Cardinals (+) over Chargers- Like I said the Chargers do just enough to get you beat as they covered their last two against the points but lost both games outright to the Chiefs and Niners. Arizona on the other hand after starting, oh what was it 6-0 or 7-0 last season has been one the the worsts covers in the NFL. Coaching has been called into question along with a shortstop playing QB who refuses film study and would rather just wing it. But that will work against these guys because they know how to lose. Take ARIZONA!  

Tampa Bay at Cleveland 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Buccaneers- Poor Tommy-boy is taking the heat from every where except at home where it is now peaceful and his number and play are as good as ever. To me the problems start with head coaching along with injuries and a receivers corps that lead the NFL in dropped passes. The Bucs are 0-7-1 ATS as the sod seems to slow them down while the Browns without Watson at QB average over 150 yards on the ground and will dictate the tempo. Take CLEVELAND!

Oklahoma at Texas Tech 7:30 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Sooners- We have had both these teams racked especially Oklahoma who was our Power Play winner Saturday over Oklahoma State. after jumping out to an early 28-0 lead the Sooners cruised to victory against the Cowboys how were playing with an injured quarterback. The Red Raiders have dropped 10 straight in this series and yet they are merely a 2-point underdog. looks inviting doesn’t it. But, the home team is 13-3 ATS in their last 16 meetings and Oklahoma is just 1-5 ATS against teams with winning records. Take TEXAS TECH!

LSU at Texas A&M 7:30 ET

Aggies (+) over Tigers- Talk about reversal of fortunes these two clubs have each done the exact opposite of what was expected of them this season. To start with with Brain Kelly coming into ‘cajun’ territory where there were defections before he arrived and he is battling for the SEC championship while Texas A&M...well. It started with Saban accusing the No. 6  Aggies of buying players and they were supposed to threaten Alabama and they have been a huge flop. Whoever the got they have over-paid for what we’ve seen on the field.  Last year we posted LSU (+6) as a Game of the Year and the WON Outright 27-24 and it’s only right we reverse the field and call the Aggies here. take TEXAS A&M!   

South Carolina at Clemson 12:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Gamecocks- Believe me when I say this is the rivalry for South Carolina and is the most important game on both their schedules. For the Gamecocks coming off their Vegas Hotline 63-38 win over Tennessee it will be a struggle to get mentally ready and maintain focus to face a legitimate contender for the title. Clemson has not passed the eye-test every often as they have not been impressive in their wins. This is a series that has been total domination of the Cocks by the Tigers. Clemson has won seven straight and is 72-42-4 in 118 meeting and 4-1 ATS in the last five meets. Don’t over-react to last week win by USC they won’t be close here. Lay-it! Take CLEMSON!  

Cleveland at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Bucks- Cleveland is looking avenge a 113-98 loss to Milwaukee. The loss marked the Cavaliers fifth straight but won over the Hornets, Heat, Hawks and Trail Blazers. Bucks are 9-2 SU at home but Cavaliers are are 11-1 ATS in their last 12 following a straight up win. Take CLEVELAND!

Iowa vs Clemson 7:00 ET

Hawkeyes over Tigers- As I have said before because power schools schedule so many powder puffs it is difficult to evaluate just how good they may actually be. Clemson has had one game among their five against a Division I school and they lost to South Carolina. Iowa has covered all four games playing one legit opponent defeating Seton Hall by 17 points in the Pirates Cove. Hawkeyes are 17-8-2 ATS at neutral sites while the Tigers are 5-1 ATS at neutral sites they are 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall. One thing to respect is that Clemson has 20 years of playing experience among their starters. Take CLEMSON!

Arkansas at Missouri 3:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Razorbacks- Thank you Razorbacks for coming through as our Megabucks (13-4 76%) 42-27 OUTRIGHT winner over Mississippi last Saturday. Arkansas has six wins and that means that they are bowl bound no matter the outcome here. Missouri on the other hand need to win here to become bowl eligible and they will be ready here. The Tigers should have already qualified for the post season spot but blew a few chances where they should have won (see Auburn) and will get it done today. Arkansas has an exciting offense and won last year 34-17 breaking a 5-game losing streak in the series, but the home team is 9-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take MISSOURI!

Alabama vs Michigan State 10:30 ET

Crimson Tide (-) over Spartans- This one gets me with Michigan State being the higher ranked team at No. 12 and the Crimson Tide being  the favorite ranked No. 18 and it is not a tiny number. The bookmaker is telling us that Alabama is the better team and although the  media believes otherwise and I trust the bookies (Not really) to have better knowledge. What concerns me is the schedule that these two squads have undertaken as the Spartans have dealt with Kentucky, Gonzaga and Villanova while the Tide were dealing with the likes of Longwood, Liberty, South Alabama and Jacksonville State who combined are all under .500. Comparing stats it is easy to see why Books have chosen this price as the Tide are better at both ends of the court, be it against inferior opposition but regardless they rank 26th on offense and MSU is 177th and on defense No. 31 for Bama and 140 for State. P.S.- Tide lead the nation in rebounding. Take ALABAMA!

New England at Minnesota 8:20 ET

Patriots (+) over Vikings- How can I possibly consider New England in this spot and make you all sick after a great dinner and days winning picks. Having used a Dallas as a Megabucks winner against Minnesota I was so looking to rebounding with them on Thanksgiving, closing the day a perfect 3-0. Yeah, well wishful thinking! But, now with the hapless offense that the Patriots bring into this fray and the bookies making the Vikings just a field goal it makes believe it’s way too low and why. It is because Minny isn’t as good as their record of is it the that Bill Belichick will devise some sort of game plan to disrupt the Vikes offense. Don’t don’t Jones looks like Wilson of the Jets and yet the line says lay the field goal...oh yeah, maybe someone else. If I get beat I get best. but this number is silly. Take NEW ENGLAND!

Mississippi State at Mississippi 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Rebels- Both of these clubs from this impoverished state have fallen off the charts after promising starts. Mississippi started 7-0 and were ranked in the Top-10 but since have lost 3-of-4 while Mississippi State started 5-1 and were ranked No. 16 but have dropped 3-of-5. Both clubs look to salvage their season with a win over their arch rivals and Ole Miss fans wonder how much it means to carpetbagger Lane Kiffin who is rumored to be on his way to Auburn. Rebels are 2-6 ATS in their last eight home games and the underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and the road team is 6-1 ATS in  the last seven meets. Take the MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS!

Iowa State vs. Villanova 3:30 ET

Cyclones (+) over Wildcats- Oh, I like what is coming out of Ames as T.J. Otzelberger has taken the air out of the ball and returned to fundamentals starting with defense. Iowa State holds their opponents to an absurd 45.0 PPG while holding opponents to 32.8% shooting from the floor. Add that Villanova who is just not the same since Jay Wright took a powder and it will show here as they are ranked No. 260 on offense scoring just 69 PPG and are ranked No. 346 (Yep) in rebounding. Cyclones 6-2 ATS last eight neutral site games and Cats are 1-4 ATS in last five. Take IOWA STATE!

Brooklyn at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Nets (-) over 76ers- So, here we go with the daily drama that is the 76ers. Joel Embiid will be out for the next two games joining James Harden and Tyrese Maxey out with minor injuries. And of course the return of Ben Simmons to Philadelphia for the first time since his mental issues began. Kyrie Irving of course will attract more attention to this NBA circus. The Nets are starting play beyond the noise and have are 6-2-1 ATS in their last nine games  and they are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. 76ers are 5-0 ATS in last five home games but just 2-7 ATS when hosting a team with a losing record. Take BROOKLYN!

San Francisco vs Arizona 8:15 ET

49ers (-) over Cardinals- Basically the question is..do I believe that the Cardinals can defeating the defending Super Bowl champion LA Rams one week and then San Francisco the next. No, I don’t think they can or will do it. The birds will have an injured wing against the No. 1 49ers defense with tight end Ertz out and Hopkins among six other starter not practicing this week. Niners’ McCaffrey getting comfortable and receiving more reps. Arizona 2-9 ATS on Monday nights and Mexico won’t help. Take SAN FRANCISCO!   

Atlanta at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Cavaliers- Oh yeah, perfect spot for turn around upset. Cleveland as our Megabucks release Sunday rand they responded by  blowing out the Heat 113-87 and now host the high flying Hawks. It would be a long shot that the Cavaliers can repeat that type of performance. If trends are any sign the home team and series record would have us on the Cavs, but not us! We smell a rat here or at least something not so good. Take ATLANTA!

Miami at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (-) over Heat- Fresh off their five game losing streak Cleveland hosts Miami who is on a two-side of their own. The Heat have taken to the road and have been downed at Toronto and Washington. They are having difficulties keeping talent on the court as Butler and  Adebayo are plagued with injuries. The Heat are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 against teams with winning records and the Cavaliers are 8-1 after a SU win. Take CLEVELAND!

UCLA vs. Baylor 5:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Bears- One of these wild critters will leave Las Vegas with two consecutive losses and a damper on the start of their season. UCLA held a 41-28 lead in the second half before the Illini when on a shooting spree and outscored the baby bears 51-29. The Bears allowed Virginia to shoot 56% and trailed by 23-points in the second half and were never really in it. Bruins are 6-1 ATS after a SU loss and Naylor is 1-5 ATS against teams with winning records. Take UCLA!  

Detroit at New York Giants 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Giants- Has there been a bigger turn around than what is going on with New York Giants (Green slim fans claim it’s the J-E-T-S) who are 7-2 and gaining attention. A healthy Saquon Barley has been the key as his 931 rushing yards lead the NFL and Danny ‘Dimes’ turnover improvement has kept the Jints alive. ones season high passing yards is 217 and winning with so few yards passing will be difficult to continue. Detroit is playing with confidence after their rally against the Bears for their second straight win. There offense has picked up the last three games with just one turnover. The road team is 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take DETROIT!

Minnesota at Philadelphia 7:30 ET

Timberwolves over 76ers- The 76ers have won three straight and four of five with Joel Embiid leading in the most dominate fashion possible. Minnesota who dropped six of seven previous games have won their last two with the team posted season highs in points scored. Embiid will most likely sit out the second of back-to-back contests. Tyrese Maxey went down in Friday’s win over the Bucks and without Embiid the Sixers fall short. Take MINNESOTA!

Mississippi at Arkansas 7:30 ET

Razorbacks (+) over Rebels- The Razorbacks were our Early-Bird Game of the Month winner (+3.5) 10-13 over LSU this week as the Rebels were blowing a 10-point lead at home to Alabama. Ole Miss has to be heartbroken after out-gaining the Tide by over 100 yards. This has been a one-sided affair as the Hogs are 16-5 ATS in the last 21 meetings and the underdog is 10-1 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Backs are 8-0 ATS after scoring 20 points or less. Take ARKANSAS!  

Connecticut at Army 12:00 ET

Cadets (-) over Huskies- You would have thought that Connecticut had won the National Championship of the Super Bowl the way they celebrated their upset win over Liberty. Players and fans alike joined together on the field for an extended period of time. It wasn’t so much the win over Liberty but the fact that the Huskies had become bowl eligible for just the second time in 50 years. Despite being 6-5 Connecticut has been out-gained by all but one of their opponents (Fresno State) as they average only 295 YPG while Army averages 300 yards on the ground. As it is UConn allows 153 rushing yards and only gains 106 yards rushing. Look for Cadets to man handle the Huskies on their way to a dominating win as the Huskies go through the motions here. Take ARMY! 

Texas Christian at Baylor 12:00 ET

Bears (+) over Horned Frogs- No. 4 TCU put away Texas 17-10 in Austin while gaining only 280 yards of offense including a one play 75-yard run. The positive is that they only allowed the Longhorns 28 yards rushing and a lone score that came on a fumble return for a touchdown with about four minutes left in the game. Baylor is the 3-time defending league champions and had their 3-game winning streak end last week against Kansas State. The Horned Frogs have won the last three meetings and six of the last seven meets. Baylor is not out of the Big-12 race yet, if the win out they can get to the title game plus the underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Take BAYLOR!

Illinois vs UCLA 9:30 ET

Illini (+) over Bruins- Both clubs are 3-0 and will be playing a real opponent for the first time this season. These clubs have not met since 1997 and the Bruins hold a 6-3 series edge but that stirs nothing between these two today. This game is being played in Las Vegas an there should be a slight lean in the crowd for the Bruins but it hasn’t helped in the past. Take ILLINOIS!   

Indiana at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Pacers- Surprisingly enough Indiana has become a force as they extend their fine play by winning six of the last eight games. Houston may only be 3-12 straight-up but this young group is spirited and 8-7 ATS. The Rockets are off an upset win over Dallas and they are 5-0 ATS in their last five after a SU win and they are 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings with the Pacers. Take HOUSTON!

Brooklyn at Portland 10:00 ET

Nets over Trailblazers- The drama continues and Days of Our Lives couldn’t write it any better. Every day the drama as to whether the world is flat or who’s got a secret media account or who is coaching today continues...this is getting silly as Brooklyn surrendered 153 points to Sacramento Tuesday and oh yes they lost 153-121. The Nets and the rest of the league (players) are getting anxious as to when their favor bigot will return to action, but it will not be tonight. Portland is off to a great start at 10-4 SU and are the surprise in the west but unfortunately for them it’s the Nets night out, sorry boys but the Blazers will be doused tonight. I know the Nets stink and don’t really care or give great effort all the time but Brooklyn is 9-3 ATS after allowing 125 points or more the previous game (otherwise they stink). As good as the Blazers are they are just 4-9 ATS against teams with losing records and they are 1-4 ATS in their last five hosting the Nets! Take BROOKLYN!

SMU at Tulane 7:30 ET

Mustangs (+) over Green Wave- I just can’t see Tulane winning the AAC and getting to play on New Years Day it just doesn’t seem to fit. I don’t mean to say that it would be any better if the Mustangs win out and rep the lower tiers. since these schools have been hooking up in the AAC the Mustangs are 7-0 (ATS 5-2) and are also 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings at Tulane. If it means anything o'r not the Wave are not used to the spotlight and are 0-4 ATS on Thursday nights. Stangs 4-0 ATS in last four all AAC games and still have a shot at the conference title. SMU has the better offense but Tulane’s defense has made more stops. In a tight one (I think it should be)...take SOUTHERN METHODIST!

Boston at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Hawks (+) over Celtics- Boston has won their last seven games while Atlanta has won five of seven including a 121-106 win at Milwaukee handing the Bucks their first home loss of the season after seven wins. The Celtics are the No. 1 scoring team in the league averaging 120 PPG but they are 2-6 ATS against teams with losing records. The Hawks are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 home games against teams with winning records and 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games overall. Take ATLANTA!

New York at Utah 9:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Jazz- After a 3-game Eastern swing Utah is back home where they are 5-0  after dropping the final two games on their trip losing back-to-back games for the first time this season .New York is embarking on a 5-game seven day road trip and are off  double-digit home loss to OKC on Sunday allowing the Thunder to shoot 62.5%. I don’t think coach Tom Thibodeu was very pleased with the Knicks defense as they once prided themselves at that end of the floor. The numbers stack up behind the Knicks as they are 13-4 ATS in their last 17 road games and NY is 25-9 ATS in the last 34 meetings. Add that the Jazz are 8-21-2 ATS following a straight-up loss. Take NEW YORK!

Washington at Philadelphia 8:15 ET

Eagles (+) over Commies- Before he became this good QB Jalen Hurts who has led the Eagles to 11 straight regular season wins has defeated Washington three times among those victories. I still carry the feeling of disappointment that was thrust upon me when the Commandos blew 10 late 17-7 lead to the Vikings and failed to win their fourth straight behind QB Taylor Heincke. Philly just keeps rolling and the fact that this is a conference game many believe that it will play close. I just don’t think so. Eagle offense will soar and their defense will dominate the limited offense of the DC boys. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Atlanta at Milwaukee 8:00 ET

Hawks (+) over Bucks- It was a week ago today that the undefeated Bucks at 9-0 were handed their first loss of the season 117-98 in Atlanta. Milwaukee is dealing with a rash of injuries that have sidelined six different players at one time or another. This is the third meeting already this season between these two and they split each winning and covering at home and they will meet a final time in early January. Hawks are 11-4 ATS after a SU loss and the Bucks are 1-3-1 ATS following a loss by 10-points or more. Take ATLANTA!

Brooklyn at LA Lakers 9:30 ET

Lakers (+) over Nets- Very often especially in sport ‘less is more’ as is the case with the Nets. Brooklyn is now 4-1 since Kyrie Irving was suspended and admit that they are now playing as a team. A team that is sure to walk off the edge of the flat Earth. The Lakers have dropped five straight as they started the season before they finally won so their number is about right for a turnaround. LA most likely without Lebron and maybe once against less is more. Brooklyn is 3-9-2 ATS in the second of back-to-back games and 11-29-1 ATS after SU win. The Lakers are just terrible but are the side tonight. Take LA LAKERS!

Cleveland at Miami 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Dolphins- Well, all the Tua doubters should adjust their evaluation of his talents as he has the NFL’s highest passer rating of 115.9 and averaging 9.2 yards an attempt. With Tua out Miami dropped two straight and have won their last three upon his return to action. Browns QB Jacob Brissett who sat behind Tua last season will be leading the charge and he is 2-3 as a starter. The Browns are 6-1-1 ATS in the last eight meetings and Miami is 1-5 ATS in their last games overall. Take CLEVELAND!

Denver at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Broncos (+) over Titans- The Broncos are off their bye week and a 21-17 win in London over Jacksonville but have not won in the states since an 11-10 win over the Niners on September 25. The win overseas ended a 4-game slide while the Titans after opening with losses to the Giants and Bills reeled off five straight winners before losing in OT at the Chiefs. With rest Denver should be fresh and ready while the Titans deal with a questionable quarterback situation and their disappointment at blowing lats weeks fourth quarter lead. Finally the Broncos are 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take DENVER!

TCU at Texas 7:30 ET

Longhorns (+) over Horned Frogs- Well, this is the one that has attracted everyone’s attention as undefeated No. 4 TCU (9-0) is a touchdown underdog to No.18 three-loss Texas (6-3) in Austin. There has got to be good reason why the Longhorns are favored by a touchdown. I may not know what it is but, they won for us in this position last week as a 3-point favorite at higher ranked Kansas State, and three weeks ago they were once again favored over an undefeated Oklahoma State in Stillwater and lost after having a 17-point second quarter lead scoring 31 first half points. But they managed just a field goal in the second half still gaining 530 yards but a pair of fumbles and three interceptions did them in. This price is so intimating that even the ‘wise guys’ want no part of it. The Horned Frogs are No. 4 on offense in the nation averaging 509 YPG and  yet...not this night. Take TEXAS!

North Carolina at Wake Forest 7:30 ET

Demon Deacons (-) over Tar Heels- To start with when I saw this match-up my first impressions is that they have the wrong team favored. Then it takes a while to sink in that their is reason for this number and it is it to get action on both side of the game. How could anyone lay points with Wake Forest as they’ve lost two straight outright as 3-point favorites road favorites and now stay in that role at home against the Tar Heels. Demon Deacons are 5-1 ATS after a loss and the home team is 7-1 in the last eight meetings. Take WAKE FOREST!

Utah at Washington 6:00 ET

Wizards (+) over Jazz- The Wizards were a Money Game winner for us Friday night and as they defeated Dallas with a pair of starters sidelined. Bradley Beal will remain on the protocol list and not play tonight but Porzingis should return despite a groin strain. Utah despite the loss of Donovan Mitchell have won four straight and have covered seven straight while being favored just once over the Lakers and lead the West. But, the Wiz are 4-1 ATS in their last five and they are 3-1-1 ATS in the last five meetings with the Jazz. Take WASHINGTON!

LSU at Arkansas 12:00 ET
Razorbacks (+) over Tigers- It is scary how much I am attracted to this match-up. LAU has moved up to No. 7 in the ranking after their 32-31 win over a flawed Alabama squad and like Tennessee last week they are being a bit over-rated. The Tigers actually control their own path but it would take an incredible coaching job by Brian Kelly who calls this a ‘trap game’ to win out or even here. I expect a huge letdown after such an emotional win and I’m looking for an embarrassed Razorback squad that lost to Liberty 21-19 at home. Hogs 5-2 ARS in last seven meetings as hosts and 4-10-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings overall. These Pigs are 7-0 ATS after scoring less than 20 points. Take ARKANSAS!

Atlanta at Carolina 8:15 ET

Panthers (+) over Falcons- These two played a great shootout game two weeks ago as the Falcons pulled out an improbably win. Carolina missed an extra point after an ego driven unsportsmanlike penalty in the final second give the Panthers to atone and kick the game winning field goal but alas, they missed again they game winning chance again. This time around they seal the deal. Take CAROLINA

New York at Brooklyn 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Nets- New York like some many other clubs has become more of a 3-point shooting clubs and set a team record of 10 long range bombs hit the mark 10 times in the first quarter. Brooklyn meanwhile, is one of the worse teams at defending the 3-point shot. With or without Harden, Irving and even Durant the Nets have won 12-of the Last 15 meetings including the last seven. Despite all that the Knicks are 14-5 ATS in the last 19 meetings and 29-8-1 ATS in the last 29 in Brooklyn. Take NEW YORK

Baltimore at New Orleans 8:15 ET

Saints (+) over Ravens- If this game was played on Sunday it would have been my ‘Highest-Rated’ Megabucks so I have no problems using them here. New Orleans has a chance to do something for the first time this season and that is to win back-to back games. The Ravens accomplished that feat last week after defeating Tampa Bay 27-24 and Cleveland the previous week. The Saints have put something together after last week’s dominating performance against Las Vegas winning 24-0 and allowing just 183 yards total offense. Ravens 2-6 ATS against teams with losing records and 0-3-1 ATS on field turf while the Saints are 6-2 ATS after allowing less than 250 yards the previous games. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Phoenix at Philadelphia 8:10 ET

76ers (+) over Suns- It might seem improbable but the 76ers usually provide more drama than talent. Philadelphia’s biggest talent Joel Embiid will return after missing the last three games due to a non-Covid illness but the real drama has James Harden sidelined for a month because of a strained foot. I understand that sometimes less is actually more as with Harden out Tobias Harris and Tyrese Maxey will see more playing time and together will be more efficient than Harden. Suns are 1-4 ATS on the road and the Sixers are the same at home. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Tennessee at Kansas City 5:20 ET  

Chiefs (-) over Titans- Okay, here we go with the craziness. Tennessee has won and covered four straight and now without their mediocre quarterback out and rookie Milik Willis they are a double-digit road dog. This price tells you exactly what to expect as the Titans conservative style will prevent them from competing here. Mahomes and KC offense too much for the air challenged Titans. The trends are all Tennessee as they should be with a number like this. But, it is there for a reason. Take KANSAS CITY!

Chicago at Toronto 6:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Raptors- DeMar DeRozen who played nine years in Toronto and was traded for Khawi Leonard before the 2017-18 season to San Antonio where he played for three years before this two year tenure in Chicago. He has averaged 23.8 points against Toronto in 10 meetings. The Bulls are 22-8 ATS in their last 30 games versus the Raptors including 12-3 ATS in Toronto. Take CHICAGO!

Minnesota at Washington 1:00 ET  2

Commies (+) over Vikings- Minnesota is leading the way in the NFC and at 6-1 in the NFC North and have a 4-game lead in the loss column over both the Packers and Bears who are both 3-5. The Vikings are a perfect 4-0 at home and will be taking it on the road for the first time in three weeks. Washington is off a late second 17-16 win at Indianapolis and are 2-0 under gutsy Taylor Heinecke and have won their last three but are still in the NFC East basement. Vikings defense is ranked No. 28 and allowing 381YPG and the Dogs is 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings in the series. Take WASHINGTON!

Boston at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Celtics- This is Tom Thibodeau’s third season with the Knicks and they have had a team that always seems like they are in some sort of transition. Their style of play has varied since his taking the coach job and they have improved by leaps and bounds. This year’s clubs seems the most balanced that he has had to work with and now they have shown some talent. Boston who is 1-5 ATS in their last six road games is also 1-5 ATS after a SU win. Knicks are young and 16-6 ATS in the second of back-to-back games. Take NEW YORK!

Alabama at LSU 7:00 ET

Crimson Tide (-) over Tigers- Oh boy...this is our chance to see Alabama actually rout a decent team in their backyard. LSU has defeated the tide once in the past 11 years and that was the season led by Joe Burrow the Tigers won the National Championship. The difference between these two will be witnessed on both sides of the ball as Alabama’s defense allows just 295 YPG and that includes the 567 yards put up by No. 1 Tennessee. Note that the road team is 6-0 ATS in the last six meetings and that trend continues here. Take ALABAMA!

Chip’s Highest-Rated SEC Game of the Year

Tennessee at Georgia 3:30 ET

Bulldogs (-) over Volunteers- Oh, so you think that Tennessee is the No. 1 team in the land and that Georgia is No.3...think again. The Bulldogs are the most dominate  team in college football and they will be out to prove it here against a great Vol's offense. Tennessee is leading the nation is scoring at 49.4 PG and 553 YPG while Georgia is No. 2 in total offense 531 YPG and score 41.8 PPG. On defense is where the winner will be determined and that mean the Bulldogs have a huge advantage. defense allows nearly 400 YPG of which 300 yards come from the passing game. Bulldogs are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and the beat goes on...Take GEORGIA!

Oregon State at Washington 10:30 ET

Huskies (-) over Beavers-  Interestingly enough both of these clubs come off bye weeks and should be relatively healthy  and both support identical records (6-2, 3-2). When I first gazed upon this match-up I’m thinking here is an un-ranked squad (Washington) favored over a ranked team (OSU) and I begin to wonder what is going on. The Beavers  can pound it on the ground averaging 230 rushing and they would need every bit of that this week as starting QB  Chance Nolan is out with a concussion. The story here is Michael Penix Jr.  who leads the nation in passing with 366 YPG. State is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 trips to Seattle but are 1-6 ATS in their last seven road games overall while Huskies are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games. Take WASHINGTON!

Milwaukee at Minnesota 10:00 ET

Timberwolves (+)over Bucks- There is no question who the most dominant player in the NBA game today is and Giannis seems driven to prove it every night. Undefeated Milwaukee (7-0) led by Antetokounmpo who averages 33.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.1 steals per game on 57% shooting. (WOW...really) The Wolves made some huge off-season moves and they are still waiting to gel and tonight could be the start. Take MINNESOTA!

Toronto at San Antonio 8:00 ET

Raptors (-) over Spurs- I sort of did a double-take at this game when I first saw the opening line as the Raptors (4-3) who are 1-2 on the road were a strong favorite at San Antonio (5-2) where the Spurs are 3-1. The Spurs have won five of their past six games and the first two of their home stand but they will be playing short handed as no less than four players will be unavailable. Raptors are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings although the Spurs are 6-1 ATS in their last seven home games...so why the heavy line?

Take TORONTO!

Minnesota at Phoenix 9:00 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Suns- The aging Suns will be without center Deandre Ayton once again tonight and that should boost the Wolves who have lost seven of eight to the Suns including all three meeting last season. Timberwolves are one of the most improved teams in the league over the past two seasons and look to move on during the playoffs. This match will help them measure just how far they have come. Take MINNESOTA!

Cincinnati at Cleveland 8:15 ET

Browns (+) over Bengals- One club has their quarterback of the future and the other club in waiting for their future quarterback to return from double-secret probation. No doubt Joe Burrow has emerged as an elite QB but a major part of his past success is now sidelined as La Marr Chase is down for six weeks. With Chase down the browns run defense can put more pressure on Joe Mixon and the Bengals run game. I state rivals have the underdog 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Take CLEVELAND!

Philadelphia at Washington 7:00 ET

Wizards (+) over 76ers- Philly is always looking for an opportunity to take a day off and with the likelihood that Joel Embiid will ‘rest’ this on out. Washington has dropped two straight after a quick start and are now even at 3-3. The Wizards have a few fresh faces including Kristaps Porzingis who has been a disappointment where ever he has been. James Harden will dominate the ball and get some great stats while Embiid is sidelined and that just enough to get you beat...take WASHINGTON!

New York at Cleveland 6:00 ET

Knicks (+) over Cavaliers- During the off-season the Knicks were trying desperately  to acquire Donovan Mitchell who is bow averaging 31 points a game for Cleveland. New York ended their search for help by signing Jalen Brunson from Dallas and he has had a positive impact averaging 18.6 points and playing solid defense. The Knicks are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 road games and are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings in Cleveland. Take NEW YORK!

Tennessee Houston 4:05 ET

Texans (+) over Titans- Oh man, really, the Titans are less than a field against the NFL’s worst in spite of them getting their wish. Be careful what you wish for as Malik Willis might get his chance. Ryan Tannehill is not at full strength but it is his low QB rating could be a factor. Trends are backing Texans as the home team is 9-3 ATS in last 12 meetings and get the rest of this. Titans are 1-7 ATS in last eight meets in Houston and 6-15-1 ATS in the last 22 meetings overall. Take HOUSTON!  

Miami at Detroit 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Dolphins- The Lions have scored a grand total of three points in their last two games and had a much needed week off to regroup. I do believe that Miami can beat anyone and being favored here is no surprise but they still have lingering doubts as to who should be playing at quarterback. It isn’t that Tua can’t win the issue is getting him and keeping him on the field as this has been a career issue. Take DETROIT!

Philadelphia at Chicago 8:10 ET

Bulls over 76ers- Was it Joel Embiid or was it James Harden? No, it was Tyrese Maxey who scored a season high 44 points last night in the 76ers win over Toronto. Chicago is coming off a loss at San Antonio last night when Zach LaVine sat out for rest management (HA imagine that, five games into the season). Philly has won 11 straight meetings including five in-a-row in Chicago. Not, this time. Take CHICAGO!

Pittsburgh at North Carolina 8:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Tar Heels- Whoa, really now, the Tar Heels are favored by how much, at home, over who. It can’t be Pittsburgh because they have three losses and were crushed by Louisville last week after falling to a win-less Georgia Tech team. North Carolina has the No. 6 offense averaging 506 ypg but they don’t tackle well and surrender 476 ypg ranking No. 125. Panthers are 6-0 ATS in last six after a SU loss and are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 road games. UNC defeated Duke 38-35 a non-cover win last time out two weeks ago and they are 0-6 ATS following a bye week. Take PITTSBURGH!

Wake Forest at Louisville 3:30 ET

Cardinals (+) over Demon Deacons- This is the first game that caught my attention as I felt Wake Forest was being slighted as a meager 5-point favorite at Louisville. It just doesn’t look right as the Demon Deacons have been rolling over opponents covering four straight with their only loss in OT to Clemson. They have been bet down to -3.5 as the ‘sharps’ knocked it down even more. Louisville looks like a different club from the one that lost to lowly Boston College and got crushed by Syracuse and it is the defense that has turned things around for the Cardinals.In their last two wins over Pittsburgh and Virginia they allowed less than 600 total yards. Take LOUISVILLE!

Notre Dame at Syracuse 12:00 ET

Fighting Irish over Orange- It all catches up to the Orange this week as their bubble was burst lat week in allowing Clemson to come from behind in the final quarter handing them their first defeat despite the cover. Early on Notre Dame was a disappointment and then they turned to more than most expected only to fail once again at Stanford after three straight wins. Syracuse will be a little saddened and then surprised at the level of the Irish talent and just how far away they actually are. Domers are 21-8-1 ATS on the road and 5-0 ATS vs the ACC. Take NOTRE DAME!

Houston at Portland 10:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Trailblazers- Portland started the year 4-0 with Damian Lillard leading the way and then disaster hit as Lillard went down with a calf injury in their loss to Miami Wednesday night. He will be out for at least two weeks and the Trailblazers will suffer without him as he was averaging 33.3-points while shooting 50%. Although Houston has won just one of five games played they are 4-1 ATS and are 4-0 ATS in their last four trips to Portland. Blazers are 6-18 ATS following a SU loss and are 1-7 ATS at home against teams with losing records. Take HOUSTON!

East Carolina at Brigham Young 8:00 ET

Pirates (+) over Cougars- Usually under these circumstances I would be looking for reasons to the play the home Cougars. East Carolina is coming off their best game of the season a 34-13 win over Central Florida and BYU is off their worst game a 41-14 loss at Liberty. The line here looks a bit short but it is probably right as the Pirates have higher ranked offense and defenses and are 11-5 ATS in their last 11 games on the road. The Cougars have not cover since defeated and are 0-6 ATS in their last six games overall. Straight-up the Pirates get it done. Take EAST CAROLINA!

Memphis at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Grizzlies- There should be a great match-up between two of the NBA’s brightest gems against each other as the league’s leading scorer Ja Morant and Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox. Fox is averaging 31.7 points 7.0 assists and is shooting 60% while Ja averages 35.3 ppg. Something bogus with this one as the Kings who haven’t make the playoffs in 16 years and have lost six straight to the Grizzlies including all three games last season by an average of 23.7 points. Take SACRAMENTO!

LA Lakers at Denver 10:00 ET

Lakers over Nuggets- I don’t ever recall that a LeBron James team is 0-3 to start the season and they are also 0-3 ATS so far. Los Angeles is currently the worst shooting team in the NBA but they do have one huge factor on their side tonight and that is the absence of Russell Westbrook who is about as affective as Russell Wilson of the Broncos. Lakers are 5-2 ATS on the road against winning teams and Denver is 0-5 ATS at home against a team with a losing record. Take LA LAKERS!

Chicago at New England 8:15 ET

Bears over Patriots- I know one thing it’s that is Bill Belichick is not afraid of making a quarterback change at anytime (see Bledsoe). Former Western Kentucky star QB threw for over 6,000 yards and 62 TD’s in his final season and had a great start for the Patriots winning a pair of games over Detroit and Green Bay going 51-of-70 for 596 yards with four TD’s and only one interception. Unlike Mac Jones or Zappe Bears QB Justin Fields is better off running the ball as opposed to throwing it. Bears growl on a Monday night. Take CHICAGO!  

Utah at Houston 8:00 ET

Rockets (+) over Jazz- There were some major changes in Utah during the off season and I don’t mean the incarceration of Warren Jeffs. The Jazz traded away their best asset in Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert during the off-season and added four new faces who have them 3-0 (3-0 ATS). Houston may appear rto be the same old story but the are raw wit young talent that has yet to win 0-3 straight-up this season. Until tonight. Take HOUSTON!