N.C. State at Clemson 7:30 ET

Tigers (-) over Wolfpack- Clemson has just not been very impressive especially on offense were they have now shown 'life' the past two weeks accumulating over 500 yards. When we think of these two clubs we would think defense first and the Clemson before NC State, but that is not the case. The Wolfpack actually surrender almost 90 yards less per game at 261.yards per than does Clemson at 350 YPG. Last season, the Wolfpack pulled out an overtime victory against the Tigers to snap an eight-game losing streak in the series but NC State hasn't won at Clemson since 2002. NCS is 5-14 ATS in their last 19 road games while the Tigers who ave struggled against the 'number' are 4-1 ATS in their last five ACC games. Tigers get it done at home...take CLEMSON!

Wake Forest at Florida State 3:30 ET

Seminoles (-) over Demon Deacons- No. 23 Florida State is off to its best start since 2015 and ranked in the AP Top 25 Poll for the first time in more than four years. The Seminoles (4-0, 2-0 ACC) are undefeated and ranked after thrashing Boston College 44-14 at home last Saturday. Meanwhile, the Demon Deacons (3-1, 0-1 ACC) are coming off their first defeat of the season, a 51-45 overtime loss to No. 5 Clemson. Florida State has been solid on both sides of the football, scoring 37.5 points per game, while allowing just 18.8, both of which rank in the top 35 of FBS. Deacons will suffer after Clemson letdown and Wake Forest is 8-30 all-time against Florida State with one tie. Take FLORIDA STATE!

Kentucky at Mississippi 12:00 ET

Rebels (-) over Wildcats- In a matchup of ranked Southeastern Conference teams on Saturday, No. 7 Kentucky and No. 14 Ole Miss will try to shake off last weekend's sluggishness when they meet in Oxford, Miss. The Wildcats (4-0, 1-0) ultimately took care of their non-conference business with Northern Illinois while Ole Miss (4-0, 0-0) couldn't put away Tulsa, which arrived on the Oxford campus as a three-touchdown underdog. The Rebels and Wildcats last met in 2020, when the game went to overtime, 35-35 in Lexington. Rebels are 4-1-1 ATS at home against teams with winning records. Take MISSISSIPPI!

Washington at UCLA 10:30 ET

Bruins (+) over Huskies- Washington is No. 5 in the nation in total offense at nearly 531 yards per game. The Huskies scored an average of 44 points in each of their victories. Washington beat Stanford 40-22 last week in the Pac-12 opener as Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. completed 22 of 37 passes for 309 yards and two touchdowns. The 309 passing yards was the lowest total in a game this season for the nation's leading passer. UCLA (4-0, 1-0) has yielded points in nine of its 10 opponent red-zone opportunities. The conference-opening win marked the third time this season UCLA scored 45 points, bolstering their 20th-ranked 41.8-point per game scoring average. UCLA's defense enters the week gearing up to make life difficult for Penix and the Washington passing attack. The Bruins are among the nation's top 24 defenses in sacks. Take U.C.L.A.

Tulane at Houston

Green Wave (+) over Cougars- Starting the season ranked No. 24 Houston, defeated UTSA 37-35 in three overtimes. But now, it there may be tension within the program. The Cougars (2-2) will look to sort out some of those problems when they host American Athletic Conference foe Tulane (3-1) Friday night in the conference opener. After two convincing wins to open the season, the Green Wave -- a two-touchdown underdog at Kansas State stunned the Wildcats 17-10 on Sept. 17. However, the euphoria of the 3-0 start was dashed in last weekend's 27-24 home loss to Southern Mississippi. Houston has won the past two meetings with the Green Wave and owns a 19-7 edge in the all-time series. Take TULANE!

USC at Oregon State 9:30 ET

Beavers (+) over Trojans- Both clubs are 3-0 SU with this being Oregon State's Pac-12 opener and both clubs have met and defeated Fresno State. USC (3-0, 1-0 Pac-12) was impressive again last week, rolling past Fresno State 45-17. The Trojans have 10 takeaways with no turnovers, the best margin in the nation. Under coach Jonathan Smith. Oregon State snapped its eight-year bowl-game drought last season and ended a losing streak USC with a 45-27 win over the trojans last September. USC is 2-5 ATS in last seven meetings with State and the dog is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Add that the Beavers are 8-1 ATS in their last nine home games. Take OREGON STATE!

Iowa at Rutgers 7:00 ET

Hawkeyes (-) over Scarlet Knights- This has got to be the most 'bogus' line of the weekend! Think about this for a second...Iowa, which ranks last among 131 FBS teams with 217.7 yards per game on offense will face a Rutgers defense allowing 240.3 per game and is 10th in the nation. The Scarlet Knights (3-0) are over a TD underdog at home and this just doesn't make any sense. We can always find trends to support our side so it goes. Knights are 0-5 ATS against teams with winning records and 4-9 ATS after a SU win. Take IOWA!

Texas at Texas Tech 3:30ET

Red Raiders (+) over Longhorns- Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has already made a difference in the Longhorns program going 2-1 to start his career with a 20-19 loss o Alabama and an impressive come-back win (trailed 17-7) over Texas-SA. This will be his first challenge on the road after three home games to start the season. The Red Raiders (2-1) return home after a 27-14 loss at then No. 16 North Carolina State last weekend. Texas holds a 54-17 advantage over the Red Raiders in the all-time series between the schools and has captured 11 of the past 13 matchups. The Longhorns scored 10 touchdowns in a 70-35 win over Texas Tech in Austin last season and Tech is looking to atone at home. Red Raiders 7-1 after a loss. Take TEXAS TECH!

Virginia at Syracuse 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Orange- Syracuse (3-0, 1-0 ACC) and Virginia (2-1, 0-0) are both coming off last second victories as the Orange shocked Purdue with a 26 yard TD pass on the final play while the Cavaliers kicked a game winning field goal as time expired to defeat Old Dominion. Friday will mark the sixth all-time matchup between the teams, with Virginia leading 3-2. The last meeting, in 2015, was a triple-overtime thriller in which the Cavaliers emerged with a 44-38 home victory. Cavs are 6-1 ATS after scoring less than 20 points the previous games and are 5-1 ATS in their last six ACC games. Take VIRGINIA!

Michigan State at Washington 7:30 ET

Huskies (-) over Spartans- Michigan State (2-0) opened the season with a pair of victories at home against Mid-American Conference teams in Western Michigan (35-13) and Akron (52-0). The Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has faced Michigan State before. Penix -- who transferred from Indiana to Washington (2-0) to be reunited with coach Kalen DeBoer who led the Hoosiers to a 24-0 victory at East Lansing, Mich., in 2020. Penix has guided the Huskies to lopsided victories against Kent State (45-20) and Portland State (52-6), completing 46 of 66 passes for 682 yards and six touchdowns with one interception and he knows how to beat MSU. Spartans 1-5 ATS versus the PAC-12 and Huskies are 7-2 ATS in their last nine non-conference games. Take WASHINGTON!

Florida State at Louisville 7:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Seminoles- The Seminoles (2-0, 0-0 ACC) are coming off a bye week, which followed one of their biggest wins in recent memory when they beat LSU, 24-23, in New Orleans. Florida State lost its first six September games under Norvell -- two in 2020 and four in 2021 while Louisville (1-1, 0-1 ACC) will be playing its home opener after recording a 20-14 victory at UCF following a 31-7 season-opening loss at Syracuse. Cardinals quarterback Malik Cunningham has yet to throw a touchdown pass this season but ran for one last week against UCF and last season against Florida State, Cunningham completed 25 of 39 passes for 264 yards and accounted for four touchdowns (two passing, two rushing) for a 31-23 victory. Cards are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take LOUISVILLE!

U.S.C at Stanford 7:30 ET

Cardinals (+) over Trojans- No. 10 Southern California will open Pac-12 Conference play against Stanford on Saturday at Palo Alto, Calif. The Trojans (1-0) won a 66-14 rout of Rice last week and it was the debut of Southern Cal head coach Lincoln Riley. USC has a number of transfers in a Trojans uniform for a the first time, Quarterback Caleb Williams, who followed Riley from Oklahoma, completed 19 of 22 passes for 249 yards and two touchdowns which both of which went to Pitt transfer and reigning Biletnikoff Award-winning receiver Jordan Addison. The Cardinal (1-0) opened the season with a 41-10 romp over Colgate, an opponent from the Football Championship Subdivision. Stanford out-gained the Raiders 497-218, with quarterback Tanner McKee going 22-of-27 passing for 308 yards and two touchdowns. Cardinal is 6-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Take STANFORD!

Louisville at C. Florida 7:30 ET

Cardinals (+) over Knights- Last Saturday Syracuse gained a measure of revenge on Louisville as the Cardinals had embarrassed the Orange in last year's meeting. Now, it is UL that is coming off an embarrassing play and will look to get it right against Central Florida who destroyed South Carolina State 56-10. They will find the competition a bit tougher this week. Cardinals are 10-4-1 ATS in their last 15 games following a ATS loss and the Knights are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following a ATS win. Last season, Louisville beat visiting UCF 42-35 with QB Malik Cunningham putting up 364 yards total, 265 yards and a touchdown through the air and 99 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. Take LOUISVILLE!

Clemson at Georgia Tech 8:00 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over Tigers- Clemson opens the season Monday as a 22-point favorite against Georgia Tech in Atlanta as part of the annual college football Labor Day showcase. Tiger's QB junior quarterback DJ Uiagalelei is back after a poor 2021 showing as he had a completion rate of 55.6 percent and he threw for 2,246 yards, he averaged under 11 yards per completion. He finished with more interceptions (10) than touchdowns (nine). The Yellow Jackets are coming off a 3-9 season, including 2-6 in the ACC. Somehow, the Tigers cover. Take GEORGIA TECH!

Florida State at L.S.U. 7:30 ET

Seminoles (+) over Tigers- Sunday night's game in New Orleans has Florida State (1-0) playing LSU in the Allstate Louisiana Kickoff in the Caesars Superdome. The Tigers went just 6-7 last season as Ed Orgeron was fired as head coach and Brian Kelly left Notre Dame to speak cajun. I just don't see Notre Dame's winningest coach going over on Bourbon Street. The Seminoles have a new look and attitude and boy do they need it. Tigers will begin this season without John Emery, who was projected to be the top running back. FSU 5-2 ATS last seven games while LSU is 1-4 ATS in last five non-conference encounters. Take FLORIDA STATE!

Boise State at Oregon State 10:30 ET

Beavers (-) over Broncos- To start with the changes in Idaho have started to play out as Boise State is just not the dominating club that it has been the past two decades (7-5) their fewest wins since since 1998. Oregon State hasn't put together back-to-back winning seasons since 2012-13 and the Beavers were 6-0 on their home turf in 2021 while going 7-5 overall and playing in their first bowl game since 2013. Oregon State holds a 5-4 lead in the series and is 3-1-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take OREGON STATE!

Utah at Florida 7:00 ET

Gators (+) over Utes- I've already penciled the Utes into the Championship Series...haven't you! Yeah, like last year's North Carolina, the pundits and so-call experts are all over Utah to dominate the PAC-12 and west. When that much attention is bestowed on one team things usually don't go so well. Florida head coach Billy Napier is in his Gators debut and he went 40-12 the last four years at Louisiana. The Gators will be aided with the atmosphere at the Swamp and Utah needs to show it can win on the road last year when its losses came at BYU, at San Diego State, at Oregon State and in the Rose Bowl against Ohio State. Early season results have not been good for the Utes as they are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games in September. Take FLORIDA!

Cincinnati at Arkansas 3:30 ET

Bearcats (+) over Razorbacks- This is the first meeting between these two schools don't have any history but they are both ranked side-by-side in the Top-25. Arkansa ranked No. 19 had a 9-4 record last year their best season in a decade and defeated Penn State 24-10 the Outback Bowl. Cincinnati of course made it to the Championships but were spanked by Alabama and the lost QB Desmond Ridder a 4-year starter with 43 wins. But, the Bearcats program is on the rise and most expect a huge drop-off from last season but, I don't. They are on the up swing and not getting the respect deserved. Take CINCINNATI!

Virginia Tech at Old Dominion 7:00 ET

Monarchs (+) over Hokies- Last year after a 1-5 start Old Dominion rallied to finish the regular season with five wins in six games to capture a berth in the Myrtle Beach Bowl. They have 17 starters back, including 10 on offense, and transfers from Power 5 schools the Monarchs will be under-rated' out of the Sun Belt. Tech was just 6-7 last season and are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games overall and ODU is 5-1 ATS in their last six home games. Take OLD DOMINION!

Penn State at Purdue 8:00 ET

Boilermakers (+) over Nittany- Boilermakers quarterback Aidan O'Connell had a prolific 2021 season throwing for 3,712 yards and 28 touchdowns while completing 71.6 percent of his passes as he paced Purdue to a 9-4 finish last fall and a Liberty Bowl win over Tennessee. Penn State started 2021 with a five-game winning streak that included two victories against ranked foes and a No. 4 national ranking of its own. But the Nittany Lions faltered after that, sputtering to a 7-6 finish that included a 24-10 loss to Arkansas in the Outback Bowl. The Nittany Lions have dominated the Boilermakers in the schools' history, going 15-3-1, including winning the past eight, But, O'Connell will be the difference here. Take PURDUE!

Georgia vs Alabama 8:00 ET

Bulldogs (-) over Crimson Tide- All year long everybody has been chirping how Georgia was heads and shoulders above the rest of the competition...then came the Tide and a crushing 31-17 defeat in the SEC Championship Game. In round One of the playoffs the Bulldogs chewed Michigan apart and now are a 3-point favorite against the team that all year we said wasn't good enough. I am surprised how many people believe that Alabama should be the favorite in this one after they way they won the first meeting. 'Bama may have coaching and QB advantages but I give the intangibles to the Bulldogs. Take GEORGIA!

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L.S.U. vs Kansas State 9:00 ET

Wildcats (-) over Tigers- There are just two many questions surrounding the LSU program right now including players availability along with coaches coming and going among others. Offensive line coach Brad Davis will serve as interim coach replacing 2-years removed National Champion Ed Orgeron and starting quarterback Max Johnson has transferred and his backup is questionable. Kansas State has sixth year QB Skylar Thompson leading the attack and looking for his first bowl victory. Their last time out I labeled LSU as my SEC Game of the Year a 27-24 OUTRIGHT winner over Texas A&M. With all that happening around them the Tigers still have bite as they are 6-0 ATS against the Big-12 and they are 5-1 ATS in their last six bowl games and it is the SEC versus the Big-12. Take LOUISIANA STATE!

Chip's 'Called' 2021 NCAA FT Games of the Year 8-0 100%

10/10 Georgia vs Alabama........................... 
01/01 Utah +4/OSU 45-48             Rose Bowl GOY...WINS
12/31 Georgia -7/Mich 34-11         FBS PO GOY...... WINS
12/04 Alabama +6/Georgia 41-24 SEC GOY.............WINS
11/27 LSU +6/Tx A&M 27-24         SEC Rg GOY.......WINS
11/20 Cincinnati -10/SMU 48-14    AAC GOY.............WINS
11/13 OSU -20/Purdue 59-31        Blowout GOY........WINS
11/06 Purdue +3/Mich St 40-29     Big-10 GOY..........WINS
10/23 Miami (4)/N.C. State 31-30  ACC GOY.............WINS

Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA 5:00 ET

Utah vs Ohio State

Utes (+) over Buckeyes- Does The Ohio State University really even want to be here! I mean they never even go to the Big Ten Championship game lost to Michigan to close their regular season and end up with the consolation prize the Rose Bowl which is pretty good if you represent the Big Ten as champions and not as also rans. Utah closed the season in a flurry and hammered an Oregon team twice that beaten the Buckeyes in their season opener. OSU lead the nation in total offense (551 YPG) and the Utes strength is their No. 13 ranked defense allowing just 317 YPG. There has been too much time between games for offenses to remain sharp. The numbers (stats) will mean nothing here, what will matters is the players incentive and I don't believe that the Buckeyes have it. Take UTAH!

Fiesta Bowl, Glendale, Arizona 1:00 ET

Oklahoma State vs. Notre Dame

Cowboys (+) over Fighting Irish- There is a circumstance where coaches with bowl experience against coaches in their first bowl appearances have a major advantage and that should put Oklahoma State and coach Mike Gundy in the driver's seat. Marcus Freeman to the Fighting Irish player delight was name head coach after Brian Kelly flew the coop to LSU. Cowboys defense allows third lowest offensive yards a game at 273.6. Irish will have to 'fight' to move the ball. Take OKLAHOMA STATE!

Orange Bowl, Miami, Florida 7:30 ET

Georgia vs Michigan

Bulldogs (-) over Wolverines- I like this game so much that I'm going to attend it and cheer on my CFP Game of the Year winner Georgia. I do this without predication as it was I that posted Michigan as My Big Ten Game of Yea winner over Ohio State and I who posted Alabama OUTRIGHT over Georgia for SEC Championship winners. The 'price' on this one is an invitation to play on a team (Michigan) that won their biggest game in school history (Ohio State) and last time out won the Big Ten Championship 42-3 over Iowa. Now, 'they' tempt you with generous points that will not come onto play. Take GEORGIA!

Las Vegas Bowl, Las Vegas, Nevada 10:30 ET

Arizona State vs Wisconsin

Sun Devils (+) over Badgers- What bothers me here is how well the Badgers travel. I seen them in road games, I've seen them in bowl games and their faithful always show up strong so don't think that the proximity of Tempe to Las Vegas will matter. What I do think will matter is the overall team speed of Arizona State and I must respect their coaching. Wisconsin started the season slowly and came on until their final game that kept them out of the Rose Bowl...they could give a crap about playing here and that's the Sun Devils best chance. Take ARIZONA STATE!

Peach Bowl, Atlanta, Georgia 7:00 ET

Pittsburgh vs Michigan State

Panthers (+) over Spartans- Big stars gone for both sides as the Spartans leading rusher and All-American Kenneth Walker III winner of the Doak Walker and Walter Camp Player of the Year Awards. Pittsburgh will be without quarterback Kenny Pickett and with his announcement the line more from the Panthers being a 3-1/2 point favorite to a 3-1/2 point underdog as many feel the loss of the QB would have more impact. But actually with the Panther sunder-rated defense able to take advantage of the worst pass defense in the nation. Take PITTSBURGH!

Cheez-It Bowl, Orlando, Florida 5:45 ET

Iowa State vs Clemson

Cyclones (+) over Tigers- Talk about a 'Tale of Two Seasons' the Clemson Tigers would love nothing better than to have a 'do over' for the first half of the year. They finished with five straight wins and 8-of-9 but never really found any kind of explosiveness need in today's game. Iowa State was disappointing with five losses and will be without their All-American running back Breece Hall so the offensive load will fall om quarterback Brock Purdy the Big-12 total offense leader. Tigers defense ranks No. 2 but incentive may be lacking. Take IOWA STATE!

Guaranteed Rate Bowl, Phoenix, AZ 10:15 ET

West Virginia vs Minnesota

Mountaineers (+) over Golden Gophers- I'm going to start with the last game of the day and the game that will most likely be the most 'one-sided' bet game of the day. Let me tell to compare the 'numbers' between these two their isn't a chance in hell that you would in your right mind want West Virginia. Take a gander at this, the Mountaineers are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 bowl games and are 0-4 ATS as neutral site underdogs. Minnesota on the flip side is 4-0 ATS in their last four bowl games and 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games as favorites. Number never lie but they can be very misleading...Take WEST VIRGINIA!

Georgia State and Ball State 2:30 ET

Cardinals (+) over Panthers- Both of these clubs had to made late season runs to become bowl eligible as Georgia State who started 1-4 won six of their final seven games and posted their first ever eight win season. Ball State clinched a bowl spot with a win in their final game 20-3 over Buffalo. Defense has been key for both squads and I expect a low scoring game...Take the points BALL STATE!

Armed Forces Bowl- Fort Worth, Texas

Missouri vs Army 8:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Black Knights- Having served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War I am always looking for an opportunity to 'play' on the Cadets and it is always difficult for me to bet against them. When looking at the stats of these two clubs it appears that the Army should dominate in what they do best as they average 286.4 yards a game rushing and Missouri allows 228.8 yards a game on the ground. One thing you always get from the military academies is a solid effort and after their loss to Navy I expect a big effort here from the Knights. Missouri had lost 12 straight games to the 'number' covering the past two seasons before closing the year 3-1 ATS but are off a loss to Arkansas in their final game. The Tigers did one thing well this season and that is protection the ball as they had the least amount of turnovers in the nation. With Army the favorite against an SEC team I believe is a stretch no matter what the stats say as they are 2-5 ATS as favorites. Take MISSOURI!

Cafe Frisco Bowl- Frisco, Texas

Texas-San Antonio vs San Diego State 7:30 ET

Road Runners (+) over Aztecs- Both clubs are looking to establish school records for wins in the season as UTSA (12-1) is in just its 10th year as an FBS program and is looking for their first bowl win in school history. San Diego State (11-2) enter this contest after getting thumped in the WAC Championship game by Utah State 46-13 although they allowed only 19.5 PPG holding opponents under 16 points seven times and rank No. 14 in yards allowed per game at 319. What makes this an even tougher call is that the Roadrunners USA Offensive Player of the Year Sincere McCormick is passing this game to enter the NFL draft. UTSA is 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games as underdogs while SDS is 0-4-1 ATS in their last five as favorites. Take TEXAS-SAN ANTONIO!

L.A. Bowl- Sci-Fi Stadium

Utah State vs. Oregon State 7:30 ET

Beavers (-) over Aggies- Golly, this game and side just jumped off the page when I saw the line in this match-up as Utah State enters winning the MWC Championship 46-13 over San Diego State. Oregon State comes limping in losing 3-of-5 including their last outing against rival Oregon. When you look at the team stats and records the Aggies have the advantage on offense with the defenses just about square. So, why is this line so slanted in the Beavers favor giving a conference champion so many points. This is the first bowl game and winning season for Oregon State since 2013 and this season they are 6-1 ATS against teams with winning records and 8-2 ATS in their last eight game after a loss. Take OREGON STATE!

Independence Bowl- Shreveport, LA

Alabama-Birmingham vs Brigham Young 3:30 ET

Blazers (+) over Cougars- It was just a few short years ago (7 years-2015-17 )that UAB dismantled their football program but reinstated it after public outcry. Since their return to actin they have qualified for four bowl games in five seasons. BYU won five games against PAC-12 competition and also had a victory against Virginia but as an Independent they have received little respect. UAB is 4-0 ATS against teams with winning records and 4-1 ATSA as underdogs while BYU is 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall and in their last seven Bowl games. Take ALABAMA-BIRMINGHAM!

Cure Bowl- Orlando Florida

Northern Illinois vs Coastal Carolina 6:00 ET

Chanticleers (-) over Huskies- The last time these two clubs played (not against each other) I posted wins with the Huskies in the MAC Championship game over Kent and against Coastal Carolina who won in OT against South Alabama but did not 'cover.' I believe that I have a great 'feel' for this contest where I expect Northern Illinois to fall after defeating the Flashes 41-23 but were out-gained and for the Chanticleers who out-gained USA by 150 yards to reverse their point-spread outcomes. Coastal played their first Bowl ever last season entering Orlando undefeated (11-0) but were defeated by Liberty 37-34 this time around they won't miss. The Huskies are 0-6 ATS in their six bowl games while the Chanticleers are 11-4 ATS in non-conference games. CC averages 40.4 points and surrendered 20 points per contest while UNI allows 33 points a game and 422 yards in the open MAC play. Take COASTAL CAROLINA!

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!

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!

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!

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.!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!

UCLA at Washington 8:30 ET

Huskies over Bruins- UCLA is averaging 434 yards per game on offense 225 of which they garner on the ground and 209 in the air. Washington doesn't run the ball as well in the past averaging only 117 ypg on the ground but put up 258 yards passing while ranking No. 3 against the pass allowing just 147 ypg. The Bruins defense is weak allowing 401 yards a game including 308 yards passing which plays into the Huskies strength. UCLA is 7-16-2 ATS in their last 25 games following a straight-up win and just 3-7 ATS on field turf. The home team is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and the Huskies are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games after a SU loss. Take WASHINGTON!

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!

Michigan at Nebraska 7:30 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Wolverines- Both of these head coaches are under the gun this season as Michigan's Jim Harbaugh and Nebraska's Scott Frost have been disappointments are being pressured by alumni who are not happy with current state their programs. The Wolverines look much improved this season (5-0, 4-1 ATS) while then Cornhuskers (3-3, 4-1-1 ATS) have made positive strides although they have just split their first six games but are a positive 4-0-1 ATS in their last five games as underdogs. Michigan meanwhile is just 1-6 ATS in their last seven Big Ten matchups while the Huskers are 3-0-1 ATS against teams with winning records. Take NEBRASKA!

Big Ten Vegas Hotline winner

Michigan State at Rutgers 12:00 ET

Scarlet Knights (+) over Spartans- After a disappointing season last year Michigan State is 5-0 and 3-0-2 ATS and spirits are high in Lansing. But, looking close at the competition that they have played we can note that they have yet to win against a team with a winning record and in the past two weeks with wins over Nebraska and Western Kentucky they were out gained by 186 yards and 41 yards with the Hilltoppers matting 560 yards against them. Rutgers who is much improved under Greg Schiano was waylay-ed by Ohio State last week and will bounce back with a strong home performance here. Note that the Spartans are 5-15-1 in their last 21 conference game. Take RUTGERS!

Stanford at Arizona State 10:30 ET

Sun Devils (-) over Cardinal- After defeating No. 3 Oregon last week 31-24 in overtime a huge PAC-12 upset the oddsmakers must believe that Stanford left in all on the field last week as they are almost two touchdown underdogs at Arizona State. The Sun Devils are looking for the third straight conference win and are averaging 444 YPG while holding opponents to 289 YPG and just 17.4 PPG while Stanford allows 406 yards and 26.8 points. This price is way out of whack as it appears the 'Bookies' are making it easy to take Stanford as they are 5-1-1 ATS in their last seven road games and the Sun Devils are 4-12 ATS in their last 16 games as favorites. Lay it with ARIZONA STATE!

Oregon at Stanford 3:30 ET

Cardinal (+) over Ducks- To my surprise this week I see that Oregon is the No. 3 ranked team in the country as the Ducks have reeled off four straight wins but maybe it is because they are just 1-3 ATS that they snuck up on the rankings or maybe it is because or the most part the PAC-12 is not highly regarded. Stanford (2-2) has been inconsistent losing to UCLA last week and Kansas State in their opener while defeating USC in LA and lowly Vanderbilt on the road. The Ducks have 13 takeaways and lead the nation including five interceptions last week against Arizona. I must note that the Ducks are 0-6 ATS in their last six games as favorites and 7-16-1 ATS after scoring 40 or more points in their previous game. The Cardinal are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six PAC-12 games and 5-2-1 ATS overall in their last eight. Take STANFORD!

Cincinnati at Notre Dame 2:30 ET

Bearcats over Fighting Irish- What bothers me here is how much attention this game is receiving from the betting public. Usually I like that, but so many aware of the situation, that being the Fighting Irish fantastic record as home underdogs winning 9-of-10 outright in that role and yet there is huge support for Cincinnati and so many would like to see a non Big-5 school make it to the FBS Final-Four and believe the Bearcats will be the first to break through that current barrier. The Bearcats have revenge on their minds as they last time they met ND won 58-0 nah, that was in 1900. Brian Kelly was Cincy's head man from 2007 to 2009. If a team gets 3-pts for home advantage for home filed and you do the math it would make the Cats a 9-pt favorite at home...Bookies dream...Take CINCINNATI!

Iowa at Maryland 8:00 ET

Terrapins (+) over Hawkeyes- The best quarterback in the Tagovailoa family will be on display tonight as Tau II takes the field as the Big Tens leading passer with 1,340 yards and a 75.5 completion percentage. No. 5 Iowa has caught most of the conference attention as they have the No.3 best scoring defense in the country allowing just 11 PPG and lead the Big Ten with six interceptions. So, the strengths of both clubs will clash here and and Taulia will get the best of it as he has 10 TD passes and only one INT. The Terrapins are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games and the Hawkeyes play great in September but when conference play starts in October they are 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven. Take MARYLAND!

Nebraska at Michigan State 7:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Spartans- I saw the Spartans up front and personal last week at Miami in their 38-17 beatdown of the Hurricanes. Yes that seem impressive and they played a swell game but the Canes just can't compete against better competition. Nebraska is led at quarterback by fifth year senior Adrian Martinez who for the most part has been a disappointment for the Cornhuskers but is coming off a maturing game against the Sooners going 19-25 for 289 yards. Huskers are 5-0 ATS after a straight-up loss and 14-5-1 ATS in their last 20 games on grass and are 9-4-1 ATS as road underdogs. Spartans are 5-15n ATS in last 20 conference games and 4-16-1 ATS in their last 21 games as hosts. Add that MSU is 1-101- ATS in last 12 as home favorites and Huskers are 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take NEBRASKA!

Alabama at Florida 3:30 ET

Gators (+) over Crimson Tide- Can anyone play with Alabama? I'm serious about this, they look to be the most physical team (Maybe Georgia) that I've seen this season. Florida always has talent at the skilled positions and speed to boot. The Tide lost two linebackers last week and that might give the Gators an opening they hadn't thought of prior to their injuries. Florida coach Dan Mullen is 0-10 lifetime against Nick Saban coached teams but got the money last season in a 52-46 loss to the Tide. This is Alabama's first trip to Gainesville since 2011 and they are 1-4 ATS on the road against teams with winning records and the gators are 7-3-1 ATS in their last 11 games after an ATS loss. Take FLORIDA!

Washington at Michigan 7:30

Huskies (+) mover Wolverines- Many are calling it the 'worst loss in school history' as the Huskies dropped their opener 13-7 to FCS Montana. Could the then ranked No. 20 Washington have been looking ahead to this Big Ten matchup...we shall see. Michigan posted a 47-14 win over Western Michigan but lost their start wide receiver and kick returner to season ending injuries. Jim Harbaugh is under the gun to produce this season but has struggled against the Pac-12 going 1-10 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Huskies 4-1 ATS after SU bounce back here. Take WASHINGTON!

Notre Dame at Florida State 7:30

Seminoles (+) over Fighting Irish- Notre Dame is once again ranked in the Top-10 although many doubt their ability to truly contend with the 'elites' in college football. The Fighting Irish have an experienced quarterback in Jack Coan who was beat out at Wisconsin by Graham Mertz after an early season injury. If any of you saw Mertz for the Badgers Saturday I have to wonder if this guy Mertz can win the job from Coan that Jack has a long way to go. Florida State was 3-6 last season with just two wins over FBS schools and are looking for a fresh start in coach Mike Norvell's second season. Take FLORIDA STATE!

A-Play Megabucks

Alabama vs. Miami-FL 3:30 ET

Hurricanes (+) over Crimson Tide- Okay here's the gig...Alabama will be starting a Million-dollar quarterback that has yet to throw a pass at the NCAA level. The formidable Crimson Tide lost six offensive players in the first round and now matter what kind of system you have that is a lot of talent to replace. Miami who is 'Up and Coming' will have D'Eriq King back leading the attack and the 6th year senior has recovered from a torn ACL. Alabama is Big and Bad but that doesn't mean they would face some competition that stands up to them.Take MIAMI!

North Carolina at Virginia Tech 6:00 ET

Hokies (+) over Tar Heels- North Carolina has received plenty of 'hype' this year and for good reason as they return a prolific offense that put up 56 points against Virginia Tech last season. The Tar Heels with have three year starting quarterback Sam Howell leading the charge but they have to replace a pair of stellar running backs. The Hokies at 5-6 last season ending a 27-year bowl streak but the home team have won the past four meetings and VT is 6-3 at home in the series. Take VIRGINIA TECH!

Ohio State at Minnesota 8:00 ET

Golden Gophers (+) over Buckeyes- I'm willing to take my possible lumps if I have to, but I can in no-way pass on the Golden Gophers here. To start with even after suffering a 52-24 beating by Alabama 'The Ohio State' will always be overrated especially starting the season and are always a popular public choice. Minnesota is in a great spot with many returning starters including a fourth year senior at quarterback and the Big Ten Running Back of the Year last season. Take the GOLDEN GOPHERS!

Ohio State vs Alabama 5:00 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Crimson Tide- Ohio State had their best game of the year using Dabo's 'Bulletin-board' material to dismantle Clemson and established that they belong here. Alabama's 31-14 win over Notre Dame was never in doubt as they scored the first time they had the ball and led 14-0 after having had two possessions and controlled the outcome from that point. The Tide may welcome wide receiver Jaylen Waddle back to saddle up with Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith as if QB Mac Jones didn't have enough ammo with Najee Harris (27 TD's) running the ball. OSU QB Justin Fields is supposed to be banged-up but I'm sure he will be out there. Take ALABAMA!

Oregon vs Iowa State 4:00 ET

Ducks (+) over Cyclones- Wally Pipp felt ill took himself out of the lineup and never played again as Lou Gehrig did the next 2,130 games. Well, the Washington Huskies felt ill and the Oregon Ducks filled in quite nicely in the Pac-12 Championship game defeating USC 31-24 and they are still playing. Iowa State recovered after an opening week loss to Louisiana-Lafayette winning 8-of-9 before falling in the Big-12 Championship game to Oklahoma 27-21. Like most Pac-12 teams the Ducks struggle out of conference 5-11-1 ATS last 17 but are 25-9 ATS playing on grass. Although Iowa State is 16-7 ATS after a SU loss they are 2-7 ATS in non-conference games and 0-6 ATS at neutral sites. Take OREGON!

Ohio State vs Clemson 8:00 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Tigers- No. 11, yup, that where Dabo Swinney ranks the Buckeyes and if you don't think that statement wasn't billboard material think again. The Tigers' head coach wasn't actually saying he thinks they are the 11th beat team in the country he was stating that you shouldn't be playing for the NCAA Championship with a five-game regular season resume. I understand that Trevor Lawrence is who we think he is but the Buckeyes will have him in their sights. Ohio State looked lack luster and even sluggish in the Big Ten Championship game against Northwestern and we find out for good reason. The last time these two met OSU had a 16-0 lead 25 minutes into the game and Clemson closed strong winning 29-23. This time the Buckeyes get it done a full 60 minutes. Take OHIO STATE!

West Virginia vs Army 4:00 ET

Mountaineers (-) over Cadets- Having been a former platoon Sergeant in the US Army it pains me to even write this up. Fort Campbell, KY and Fort Sill, OK stand proud as are both coming under fire for it's past policies and practices. After defeating Navy and Air Force on consecutive Saturdays to end the season the Cadets got this opportunity when Tennessee developed issues. So, the Army who had packed up their gear and ended their season had to unpack and start the 'show' up for one more game when this invite came along. Meanwhile, West Virginia hasn't missed a beat continuing to practice through all the crap. I could go on about schedules trends and such but it still comes down the the Cadets having ended a satisfying season (9-2 SU) and then end up getting drafted to play. Take the MOUNTAINEERS!

Florida vs Oklahoma 8:00 ET

Gators (+) over Sooners- In this the most unusual of seasons in all sports the Cotton Bowl which set up as one of the best games of the entire bowl venue has been tainted by defections. Florida and Oklahoma ranked 7 and 6 were to have a battle matching epic offenses that were running on all 16 cylinders. Both quarterbacks Florida's Kyle Trask and the Sooners Spencer Rattler are exceptional as the Gator senior has 43 TD passes (10 more than any other QB) and the red-shirt Sooners freshman one of the nations top recruits and he has completed 68% of his passes with 25 TD passes averaging 280 ypg. But, as you must have noticed by now the line which had the Gators favored and climbing to minus-3 has turned and jumped to Oklahoma -3 and then -4, 4.5, 5.5 and 6 and it will keep climbing until kickoff. The reason for this is that a number of Florida receivers will not be playing. If it's true that can be a big blow to the Gators, but that's how stars are born. So, we will have Florida and wait as long as, we can before making a play. Take FLORIDA!

Texas vs Colorado 9:00 ET

Longhorns (-) over Buffaloes- No. 20 Texas closed their season with a rush winning four of their last five heading into their fourth straight bowl under Tom Herman and they are 3-0 the past three bowls. Under first year coach Karl Dorrell Colorado was the surprise of the Pac-12 opening the season with an impressive win over UCLA but finished on a down note losing at home to Utah.The price is high to me as Texas is just 1-3-1 ATS in last five as favorites although they are 7-1 ATS in their last eight non-conference games and 7-1 ATS in the last eight meetings. Buffs are only 3-8 ATS after a SU loss (before Dorrell) but also 5-2 ATS out of conference. Take TEXAS!

Marshall vs. Buffalo 2:30 ET

Thundering Herd (+) over Bulls- Both these non-Big 5 clubs started the season with prolonged winning streaks as Marshall was 7-0 before getting pasted 20-0 by Rice (they also lost to UAB 22-13 in their next game) while Buffalo was 5-0 entering their MAC Championship game where they were bested by Ball State 38-28 last Friday. The Bulls have the flash with Jaret Patterson who ran for 301 and 409-yard in back-to-back games but was removed in the final quarter as he injured his right knee. The Thundering Herd are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 as underdogs and 7-1 ATS in their last eight bowl games while Buffalo is 1-7 ATS at neutral sites. Take MARSHALL!

Hawaii vs Houston 3:30 ET

Cougars (-) over Rainbow Warriors- How 'bout diss, the New Mexico Bowl is being played in Frisco, Texas somewhere in that huge state near Dallas. Houston (3-4) has dropped their three after having eight games postponed or cancelled is 19-7 against Mountain West teams and they want to finish the season at .500. Hawaii who is used to playing and hosting their own bowl game will be playing a bowl game on the mainland for just the third time. The Rainbows defeated the Cougars 54-48 in 3OT's in the 2003 Hawaii Bowl and the cats have been waiting for revenge ever since (Ya think?)! Aside the Islanders are 17-41 ATS against teams with losing records and 19-46 ATS after an ATS loss. Houston who plays on field turf is 20-8 on natural grass. Take HOUSTON!

Alabama vs Florida 8:00 ET

Gators (+) over Crimson Tide- Alabama opened the season by allowing 24, 48, and 24 points and it was said that they had defensive weaknesses. Well, in their last six games they have allowed 17, 0, 3, 13, 17and 3 a grand total of 53 points averaging allowing 9.1 points and now they are up against a powerhouse offense. Florida who has 609 yards in offense last week in their 37-34 loss to LSU leads the nation in passing yards with 386 and the Tide are ranked No. 5 overall with 538 yards per game. The Crimson Tide are 7-0 ATS in their last seven and are 5-1 TAS in the last six meetings while Gators are 5-1 ATS in last six games as underdogs. Ebb tide as Gators chomp! Take FLORIDA!

Oregon at U.S.C 8:00 ET

Ducks (+3) over Trojans- Before the season started this was the match-up the experts all predicted would happen in the Pac-12 Championship Game but, it didn't happen the way that was expected. USC was unimpressive early struggling as double-digits favorites lucky just to beat ASU and a terrible Arizona team and last week they put together a miracle finish to beat and 'cover' against UCLA after trailing by 18-points late in the 3rd quarter. The Trojans were expecting to play Washington but 'you know what happened' as they aren't able to field a team. Oregon was 3-0 before dropping their last two on the road at Oregon State and California. These Ducks flew south for this game and they will crap on the Trojans! Take OREGON!

Wisconsin at Iowa 3:30 ET

Badgers (+) over Hawkeyes- Alright, I couldn't hold back any long waiting to 'pull-the-tiger' on this game as my yen for the Badgers just grows stronger by the day. Here's Iowa 5-2 winners of five straight after dropping their first two games to Purdue and Northwestern now an underdog at home to a team that has lost their last two games scoring a total of 13 points. Wisconsin has the nation's No. 1 ranked defense in total yards allowed (229), passing yards (157) and rushing yards (72) but 16 penalties and six turnovers have done them in. From what I can tell with the Badgers moving to the favorite says there is 'sharp' money on them. Take WISCONSIN!

High Roller

Minnesota at Nebraska 12:00 ET

Cornhuskers (-) over Golden Gophers- Nebraska has been good to 'us' winning all three times 'we' had them including last week's 37-27 win at Purdue their second straight road cover. The Cornhuskers are a young them that is getting better and gaining momentum but this number having them favored by double-digits peaks my interest. They have been favored just one other time this season against Illinois (-17) and the4y failed miserably losing 41-23 outright. Minnesota is coming off a win of their own over Purdue 34-31 at home but that was three weeks ago as the virus has affected their schedule. The Golden Gophers won last year's meeting in Minneapolis 34-7 and now it's payback...take NEBRASKA!

Arizona State at Arizona 7:00 ET

Sun Devils (-) over Wildcats- The best thing about the outcome of this game is that at least one major college football team in the state has a victory. Arizona State (0-2) has played both LA schools losing to USC 28-27 (Trojans scored twice in last minute after on-side kick) and to UCLA 25-18 at home last week. Last week Arizona jumped out to a 13-0 lead against Colorado and with six minutes to go in the second quarter the game was over for the Wildcats as the Buffaloes went 24-0 the rest of the way and were never threatened. This 'price' is way out of whack for a 'rivalry game' considering the Sun Devils haven't won a game yet...until tonight. Take ARIZONA STATE!

Oregon at California 7:00 ET

Golden Bears (+) over Beavers- Both clubs off losses to rivals and yet it probably hurts Oregon more than it does California. True that the Golden Bears (0-3) have yet to win but the Ducks loss surely knocks them and the Pac-12 out of any shot for the FBS. Ducks have won the last three and 10 of the last 11 meetings with the bears lone win at home in 2016. Hey, Herbert is gone and the Ducks spend more time on the ground where Bears have a chance to growl. Cal out-gained Stanford by a 150 yards on the ground while Oregon's putrid defense gives up 457 YPG, 30-points per and have only two forced turnovers while surrendering five. Take CALIFORNIA!

Penn State at Michigan 12:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Wolverines- I 'jumped the gun' last week with Penn State as they dropped to 0-5 straight-up (0-5 ATS) breaking a 135 year school trend of posting a win before their fifth game. Things are a little better for Michigan at 2-3 but their 1-4 ATS record has their 'backers' calling for Harbaugh's head. The fact that he has yet to beat Ohio State and has losses to weakling instate rival Michigan State, had to go overtime to defeat Rutgers who has ONE Big Ten win in 27 games and they had their 33-year win streak (1987) against Indiana end. For Penn State the 'numbers' are brutal and they are 1-5 ATS in the last six meetings and they are 5-20-2 ATS after a straight-up loss. Still, the Nittany Lions believe it or not have out-gained their five opponents by an average of 75 yards per game. Despite the records of these two the Lions are a better team and will get their much needed win. Take PENN STATE!

Notre Dame at North Carolina 3:30 ET

Tar Heels (+) over Fighting Irish- I finally came over and I'm convinced that Notre Dame is one of the best teams in the country and that they have finally reached the 'upper tier' of college football powers and here I go 'playing' against them. Not, to worry Irish fans it looks like the odds-makers are giving you room to win and 'not cover, otherwise I believe the Tar Heels have a great shot of winning this game outright. Under Mack Brown, North Carolina is 6-2 going 4-0 SU and ATS at home, they are No. 4 in Total Offense averaging 563 YPG and are ranked No. 10 at 43.1 PPG. It's a perfect storm for the Tar Heels...take NORTH CAROLINA!

Iowa at Penn State 3:30 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Hawkeyes- It has been 19 years since Penn State started a season 0-4 and they finished 5-6 that season winning five of their last seven. Not only are the Nittany Lions 0-4 SU they are also 0-4 ATS and the odd fact is that they out-gained all opponents except for Ohio State as penalties, missed field goals and turnovers a key moments have doomed their season. Penn State has won the last SIX meetings and are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games as underdogs and are 8-3 ATS after a straight-up loss. Iowa is 2-5 ATS after an ATS win and 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games on grass and only 1-3-1 ATS in the last five conference games. Take PENN STATE!

Purdue at Minnesota 7:30 ET

Golden Gophers (+) over Boilermakers- No doubt Minnesota has been a major disappointment from their opening week loss to Michigan (Yeah, that Michigan!) and they were annihilated 35-7 by Iowa last week. Purdue (2-1) started with an upset win over Iowa and then beat Illinois before losing 27-20 to Northwestern last Saturday. Boilermakers had +2 yards rushing last week and have just 191 yards rushing total in three games this season. Being one-dimensional is rarely a successful formula on the field. Look for the Gophers to emerge from the hole that they have created and use their ground game to dig out a home victory. Take MINNESOTA! Collect here and roll it over to Chip's Big Ten Game of the Year on Saturday.

Wisconsin at Michigan 7:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Badgers- Wisconsin opened the year with one of the most dominating performances of this cockeyed season destroying hapless Illinois 45-7. The Badgers held the Illini to just 218 total yards which is best in the nation with just one game played. Michigan of course has garnered plenty of attention having lost two straight after an opening win over Minnesota as they fell to rival Michigan State and last week to Indiana who they had defeated 22 straight times. The media is starting to pressure Wolves coach Jim Harbaugh as Michigan licks their wounds while Wisconsin has had to deal with COVID issues having games cancelled and being idle for three weeks. After playing an defeating an inferior opponent the Badgers get to pat themselves on the back and lose their competitive edge. The Wolverines are desperate for a win and I expect a huge effort here as the home team is 7-2-1 ATS in the past 10 meetings. Take MICHIGAN!

Houston at Cincinnati 3:30 ET

Cougars (+) over Bearcats- Cincinnati will hang their hats on their defense as they allowing 12 points per games ranked No. 7 in points allowed and 15th in total overall defense. There last two win came over SMU and Memphis last week dominating both clubs. The Bearcats have out-gained every opponent including the powder-puffs they played like Austin Peay, Army and South Florida. Houston meanwhile has had five games postponed or cancelled and opened the season trailing Tulane 24-0 at the half and came back to win. Since then, they have lost to BYU and Central Florida a pair of pretty good clubs and defeated Navy. There is just too much attention being paid to the Bearcats and with the ESPN and national attention coming an opponent always wants to make an impression. Note that the Cougars are 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 games as road underdogs. Take HOUSTON!

BYU at Boise State 9:45 ET

Broncos (+) over Cougars- No. 7 BYU might have the best quarterback in the country in Zack Wilson and with all the attention going to Lawrence and others and this week he's up against at thorn in the Cougars side. You see, Boise is 6-0 SU lifetime when hosting this 'Border War' including a start by Wilson in 2018 a 21-16 SU loss but a winner ATS getting +11. This time the Cougars are the favorite but the result will be the same although they are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 road games. As far as the Broncos are concerned they play well at home 6-1 ATS last-7 and as underdogs going 7-1 last eight in that roll. I kinda thing that they might have the wrong team favored here. Take BOISE STATE!

Wyoming at Colorado State 9:00 ET

Rams (+) over Cowboys- Last Thursday and Friday 'we' posted against Colorado State and won with Fresno State (+) outright 38-17 and on Friday 'we' had Wyoming (+) outright over Hawaii 31-7. So entering this matchup I believe that I have a bead on both these clubs. I love the way this game sets up and believe the Rams at home have a decided advantage over the Cowboys although the visitor in is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. They are also 14-6 ATS in their last 20 as favorites while the Rams are 7-3 ATS after a SU loss and are 5-2 ATS in their last seven home games. Take COLORADO STATE!

North Carolina at Virginia 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Tar Heels- I know they are good, real good and although the Tar Heels are 4-1 SU 'we' are 5-0 ATS having had a side in each of their contests. (I have a bead on this club). On paper this looks like a route with North Carolina who is second to Clemson in the ACC and is No. 8 in the nation with 531 yards offense and have committed just one turnover. Struggling Virginia has lost four straight since an opening win over Duke and had to scrap and claw to get the 'cover' last week against Miami-Fl (Megabucks winner) and that's what they will do again here. The CavalIers defeated Sam Howell and the tar Heels last season 38-31 so they know what to expect. Take VIRGINIA!

Kansas State at West Virginia 12:00 ET

Mountaineers (-) over Wildcats- Since getting beat as a 15-point favorite at home against Arkansas State 35-31 Kansas State has reeled off four straight wins and covers including victories over Oklahoma, TCU, Texas Tech and last week Kansas. West Virginia meanwhile does their thing losing on the road (0-2) and winning at home (3-0) and this one's at home, but that isn't the key factor as to why you should take the Mountaineers and 'forget about it.' The 'Hillbillies' have out-gained each of their five opponents while the Wildcats can only claim one such advantage. K. State has as usual had the best of special teams play with 15 turnovers so far and five returns for TD's. West Virginia will counter with No. 6 defense allowing just 261 yards a game while KSU offense is ranked 70 they also grade out better on offense at 461 yards per. Take WEST VIRGINIA!

Hawaii at Wyoming 9:45 ET

Cowboys over Rainbows- You know what happens to Rainbows when they are in dry high altitude environment...they dissipate and are not seen again! That's what is about to happen to U. Hawaii as there is no bigger differential than playing at humid sea level conditions than to be in Laramie 7,165 feet above sea level. I trust that the site of this contest will tell the difference as Hawaii is just just 1-13 straight-up and 2-12 ATS when playing the second of consecutive road games. The former Warriors' stayed on the mainland for the week but this is the Cowboys home opener and they are 22-4 SU and after an OT loss at Nevada 10-4 ATS as home dogs and 14-6 ATS in their last 20 games when favored. Take WYOMING!

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Virginia at Miami-Fl 8:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Hurricanes- It's difficult to keep in mind that Virginia played in the ACC championship game last season as they enter this contest having lost three straight games by 17+ points while having to use four different quarterbacks. The difference for Miami (4-1) this year is the QB maturity of D'Eriq King has helped settle their offense but their defense allows 396 yards. Virginia has actually out-gained their opponents but have been hampered by 12 turnovers and costly errors at key moments. Cavaliers are 13-5 ATS against teams with winning records while the Hurricanes are 4-1 ATS at home, but Cavs also 4-1 ATS last five at Miami and the underdog is 13-3 ATS in the last 16 meetings. Take VIRGINIA!

Baylor at Texas 3:30 ET

Longhorns (-) over Bears- What is going on Texas and Oklahoma both have a pair of losses in by week six of college football. Texas coach Tom Harmon is under the gun as they say in Texas as the results of his hire have yet to measure up to expectations while first-year Baylor coach Dave Aranda is just hoping to have 11 starters on each side of the ball ready to go. The Bears have had three games postponed because of COVID contacts including 28 players and 14 coaches testing positive on Oct 3 and then 17 other players teated positive on Oct 12. Sunday, they got to practice for the first time since October 7th. I just don't see them as being ready for the Longhorns who have won the last five in the series, Take TEXAS!

N.C. State at North Carolina 12:00 ET

Tar Heels (-) over Wolfpack- I don't know what it is but North Carolina has played four games and I have posted a 'side' in each of their contests and I'm 4-0 ATS having had Florida State in last week's outright 31-28 win over the Tar Heels. N.C. State who is playing their fourth road game is 4-1 SU and 4-1 ATS and I haven't had much interest in any of their games until I saw this 'number' here. My first thoughts were, are the Wolfpack really this long an underdog (+15) against their 'biggest' rival' in a series where the underdog is 12-5 ATS in the last 17 meetings. Add that the road team is 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Maybe the broken leg of starting QB against Duke influenced the line but, Bailey Hockman returns to the job he lost after opening the season with two starts. Mack Brown has NC on the rise and the Heels coming off last week's beating and should return to form in kind take over on defense against an NC State team that has been out-gained in total yards in three of last four. Carolina won last year 41-10 after three straight losses to the Pack and they romp again! Take NORTH CAROLINA!

Texas A&M at Mississippi State 4:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Aggies- I LOVE this match-up after last weeks results and I can say I rate this one HIGHER than last weeks SEC Game of Month winner Texas A&M OUTRIGHT 41-38 over Florida. Now, we have the Aggies fresh off that upset win and must travel to Starkville to face an angry Bulldog team that has dropped their last two. Mississippi State started the season with a huge 44-34 win over LSU with K.J. Costello (transfer from Stanford) passing for an SEC record 623 yards and dropped their last two to Arkansas and Kentucky. The 24-2 loss to the Wildcats was a joke as the Bulldogs defense allowed just 158 total yards but SIX interceptions did them in. The Aggies are off their upset win over the Gators and battled Alabama the week before, there may not be much fuel let in the tank. Take MISSISSIPPI STATE!