New England at New York Jets 1:00 ET

Jets (+) over Patriots- The last time the New York Jets defeated the New England Patriots, Barack Obama was president as the Patriots have beaten the Jets 14 straight times. Mac Jones leads the league in pass attempts, having completed 66 of 96 throws for 547 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions through two games but he Patriots have gained just 164 yards on the ground, sixth fewest in the league. The Jets' young core has not been part of many defeats to New England, but players recognize the losing streak and want to start their own history. This is the start of a Jets streak over the Pats. Take NEW YORK JETS!  

Denver at Miami 1:00 ET

Broncos (+) over Dolphins- Mike McDaniel took over as Dolphins coach last season, leading the team to a 9-8 record and its first playoff appearance since 2016. Miami (2-0) picked up right where it left off under McDaniel, as the Dolphins are averaging 30 points and a league-best 462.5 yards per game following last Sunday's 24-17 victory over the New England Patriots. Denver hasn't been able to get in the win column just yet, Russell Wilson is finally starting to look like the quarterback the Broncos thought they were trading for. The Broncos led 21-3 at one point but surrendered 10 points in the final 1:47 of the first half before crumbling following the break. Denver's two losses have come by a combined three points, and executing plays when it matters most is quickly becoming an issue. This time they get it done. Take DENVER!  

Ohio State at Notre Dame 8:00 ET

Buckeyes (-) over Fighting Irish- Notre Dame signal-caller Sam Hartman will make his 50th career start on Saturday when the No. 9 Fighting Irish host No. 6 Ohio State. Hartman has thrown for 13 touchdowns with no interceptions and has Notre Dame (4-0) rolling, opening the season with four straight 40-point games for the first time since 1900. The Irish have never scored 40-plus in each of their first five games and will up against a real defense this week. Ohio State (3-0) struggled to find consistency on offense but their defense is prepped for Hartman. Ohio State leads the series 5-2 with five consecutive wins since 1995. Take OHIO STATE!

Mississippi at Alabama 3:30 ET

Crimson Tide (-) over Rebels- The No. 13 Crimson Tide (2-1) benched Jalen Milroe for last week's game at South Florida, but his replacement Notre Dame transfer Tyler Buchner didn't last a half and was replaced by second-year player Ty Simpson. That tandem combined for 107 passing yards in a 17-3 victory over the Bulls. On Monday, the dial spun back to Milroe. He accounted for five touchdowns in the season-opening win against Middle Tennessee. But he threw two interceptions in a home loss against Texas a week later and was benched. The Rebels (3-0) didn't rush the ball up to head coach Lane Kiffin's standard the first two games, totaling just 232 yards. But in a 48-23 home victory against Georgia Tech last week, they finished 299 rushing yards. Alabama has won the last seven meetings, including a 30-24 road victory last season. The do it again. Take ALABAMA!

Florida State at Clemson 12:00 ET

Tigers (+) over Seminoles- After all the offseason headlines about being one of the top upcoming teams in the country, the Seminoles (3-0, 1-0 ACC) can validate the hype when they visit the Clemson Tigers (2-1, 0-1). The Tigers have won four straight home match-ups with FSU at Memorial Stadium and own seven consecutive victories in the series although Florida State leads the all-time series against Clemson 20-15. Tigers Quarterback Cade Klubnik accounted for four touchdowns, and the defense scored in Saturday's 48-14 home win over Florida Atlantic. Across three outings, Klubnik has completed 71 of 107 passes for 693 yards and eight TDs, with two interceptions. Take CLEMSON!

New York Giants at San Francisco 8:15 ET

Giants (+) over 49ers- The 49ers (2-0) streak into their home opener with an NFL-best 12 consecutive regular-season wins. New York avoided traveling coast-to-coast by staying in Arizona after their victory for an extra three nights before trekking to California. Saquon Barkley who led the Giants in rushing (63 yards) and receiving with six receptions last as the Giants rallied last week to beat the Arizona Cardinals 31-28 on Sunday. Still, the Giants are still looking for their first sack and takeaway this season. Giants come to play...take NEW YORK GIANTS!

New Orleans at Carolina 8:20 ET

Panthers (+) over Saints- One thing both of these clubs have in common is that the both stared the season with ‘new’ quarterback under center (sometimes). The New Orleans Saints won their first game with their new quarterback while the Carolina Panthers lost their first game with a new signal caller. Now Derek Carr after nine seasons as a Raiders will  be and Saints leader when they visit Bryce Young and the Panthers on Monday night. Now Carr and Young are beginning an NFC South rivalry. Carr had a limited running game to work with. The Saints finished with just 69 yards while leading rusher Alvin Kamara served the first game of a three-game season. Young, whose longest completion gained 14 yards, was intercepted twice by Jessie Bates III last week and will be facing a Saints defense that intercepted Tennessee's Ryan Tannehill three times. The Panthers lost at Atlanta but dominated play holding the ball 10 minutes more than the Falcons and allowing just 13 First Downs and only 221 total yards. Take CAROLINA!

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Kansas City at Jacksonville 1:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Chiefs- Jacksonville won its opener, 31-21 over the host Indianapolis Colts last Sunday, while the Chiefs fell 21-20 to the visiting Detroit Lions last Thursday. The Jaguars (1-0) have their eyes on snapping their seven-game slide against the Chiefs (0-1) when two of the AFC top teams meet Sunday in north Florida. Jacksonville hasn't defeated the Kansas City Chiefs since 2009. Mahomes looks like the off season hasn’t ended. Lawrence moving up! Take JACKSONVILLE!  

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Syracuse at Purdue 7:00 ET

Boilermakers (+) over Orange- Syracuse has been impressive through the first two weeks of the season, but things get dicey with the challenge that they will see when they travel to take on Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind. The Orange (2-0) trounced Colgate 65-0 on Sept. 2 and whipped Western Michigan 48-7 last Saturday. They are third nationally in scoring offense, trailing only Oregon and USC, and their defense has been stout, as well. No team has yielded fewer points per game than Syracuse (3.5), which has recorded a defensive touchdown in each of its first two games. Syracuse won last season's meeting with Purdue, 32-29, as the teams combined for 42 fourth-quarter points. The Boilermakers outlasted Virginia Tech and there was a weather related delay of nearly 5 1/2 hours in last weekend's 24-17 road triumph. What is particularly noteworthy is that Purdue (1-1) is one of only nine FBS teams that has yet to commit a turnover this season. Take PURDUE

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Minnesota at Philadelphia 8:15 ET

Vikings (+) over Eagles- My original thoughts on this meeting is that the Eagles will play a better game this week than they did in their opening week win at New England. This season it would be fitting for Minnesota to take a big fall after a string of close wins last year and it might be catch up with them where they lose close games. In my way of thinking I should be all over the Vikings after a home loss but with just 41 yards rushing they shouldn’t do much better against this one of the NFL’s tougher defenses. But, Philly managed just 251 yards on offense against the Patriots. Not, enough tonight. Take MINNESOTA!

Green Bay at Chicago 4:25 ET

Packers (+) over Bears- This an opportunity for the Packers to a man to show the league and the public that they can win without having to rely on Aaron Rodgers. Chicago has put their future in the hands of quarterbacks Justin Field who may be the worst passing QB in the NFL but he may also be the best runner. Having run for 1,146 yard last season set all kinds of records but he only had two games with more than 200 yards passing as the Bears were dead last by a far margin in passing yardage. the best quarterback on the field will be Jordan Love who finally gets his chance to show his stuff and he will. Take GREEN BAY!

Oregon at Texas Tech 7:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Ducks- Two years ago I was spewing about the incompetence of Auburn quarterback Bo Nix who transferred to Oregon last season. Well, the move has done him good and he has matured into a Heisman front runner leading the Ducks to an 81-7 romp over Portland State going 23-of-27 for 287 yards. Texas Tech was a beaten favorite (-14) as Vegas Hotline winner Wyoming won outright 35-33. The Red Raiders opened a 17-0 first quarter lead and then tried to rest on their laurels. Returning home the will be ready for the Ducks who are flying high but will be shocked by the Raiders intensity. Take TEXAS TECH!

Notre Dame at N.C. State 12:00 ET

Wolfpack (+) over Fighting Irish- Okay, after playing two of the weakest team in college football Notre Dame appears to be ready to challenge the field for a finals berth. Hey, not so fast, this will be the first real football that they will play and the adjustment might be more difficult than they conceive. NC State slept walked through 416their opening 24-14 win at Connecticut in a non-cover victory. The Wolfpack have been laying-in-wait for the Irish to show up in Raleigh and have had 10 days and two game films to study. Take NORTH CAROLINA STATE!

Nebraska at Colorado 12:00 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Buffaloes- If you have not seen the highlights of Colorado’s upset victory over TCU them you have missed an awesome display of raw speed, quickness, great instinct and football awareness. The Buffaloes’ behind QB Shedeur Sanders set a school record of 510 yards passing and four touchdowns completely 37-of-48 attempts. The Buffs did surrender 262 yards rushing and this week they will face a club that in know for running the ball and they gained 181 yards on the ground against Minnesota in their 13-10 loss. Colorado will spend the week a ‘Mile High’ off their 21-point upset win. Take NEBRASKA!

Illinois at Kansas 7:30 ET

Fighting Illini (+) over Jayhawks- Kansas is 1-0 and off to a winning start by routing undermanned Missouri State 48-17 Friday night while the Illinois needed late heroics to defeat Toledo 30-28. Jayhawks QB Jalon Daniels was replace because of injury by Jason Bean who went 22-of-28 for two TD’s and 276 yards. These two meet for the first time since 1968 and the first time in Lawrence since 1892. Jayhawks still just 3-8 in their last 11 overall and being favored here is a bit of a stretch. Take ILLINOIS!

Detroit at Kansas City 8:15 ET

Chiefs (-) over Lions- Detroit closed the 2022 NFL regular season as one of the top five clubs in the NFL, starting 1-6 they then won 8-of-10 to close the year including a final game 20-16 win knocking the Packers out of the playoffs. During the off-season the Lions were seen by the public as the possible upstart Division and a futures winner. Kansas City will most likely be without Travis Kelce and believe me it won’t matter all that much. Since taking over in Kansas City coach Andy Reid is 9-1 in opening week and undefeated since Mahomes arrival. The Chiefs have the pride that comes with being a champion...take KANSAS CITY!

Clemson at Duke 8:00 ET

Blue Devils (+) over Tigers- I’m not so sure this isn’t a hate bet against the Tigers as they have been so disappointing ATS in the past (at least when it seems I had them). Clemson went 11-3 last season and once again dominated the ACC having one of the easiest schedules in the nation. Duke under first year coach Mike Elco won nine of 13 decisions their highest win total since 2014. The Blue Devils return 98% of their offensive production while Clemson lost four player to the NFL draft. Devils deep enough and talented enough to bring this one sown to the final gun (do they still do that...Nah). Take DUKE!

Louisiana State vs Florida State 7:30 ET
Seminoles (+) over Tigers- These two met in last season’s opener and we had the Best Bet winner with Florida State (+3.5) who won outright 24-23. Both clubs had successful season which ended with Bowl victories as LSU crushed an under-manned Purdue team while the Seminoles outlasted Oklahoma 35-32 as a double-digit favorite. Each club has a defensive All-Americans and both offenses feature dynamic quarterbacks that can both can throw and run. FSU has the most returning starters of any D-1 school and it will be the difference. Take FLORIDA STATE!  

South Alabama at Tulane 8:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Green Wave- Tulane is coming off their best season in over 100 years capped by a huge win over USC in the Cotton Bowl finishing the year 12-2. The Green Wave have been hit hard by players moving on and must replace their top running back who rushed for 1,581 yards and 19 TDs. The Jaguars finished 10-3 in 2022 and have 20 returning starters and tied at 7-1 for the USA West title. They were manhandled in the New Orleans Bowl 44-23 by Western Kentucky and return to the Super Dome with better results this time. Take SOUTH ALABAMA!

UT San Antonio at Houston 7:00 ET

Road Runners over Cougars- Houston will be starting their first season as part of the Big 12 joining along with Cincinnati. BYU and Central Florida but will open with this n0n-conference battle. UTSA was 11-3 last season but closed with a loss in the Cure Bowl 18-12 to Troy. The Cougars defeated the Road Runners 37-35 in last year’s opener a game UTSA believes that they should have won. This time they will. Take SAN ANTONIO!

Kansas City vs. Philadelphia 6:30 ET

Chiefs (+) over Eagles- Let us hope that out boy MVP Patrick Mahomes is as healthy as the KC brass are telling us he is. There have been things said that leads me to think that they are not been completely forthright. I like the Chiefs here especially with the public (so far) and for the most part backing the Eagles. The part that I don’t get is why is everybody (well it seems that everybody) is willing to play against the leagues MVP and best player. I guess when it comes down to it the number for the Philadelphia defense are the dominate factor, ranking No. 1 against the pass and leading the league in sacks. No matter here. Take KANSAS CITY!

Kansas City vs. Philadelphia 6:30 ET

Chiefs/Eagles UNDER - To be truthful this play may be even stringer than the side. The general public and even many experts have run to the over here and the price keeps going up and I advise anyone that is playing the UNDER to wait as long as possible for the best price. Phill’s No. 1 defense should do their job and the Chiefs will make adjustments of their own. Big game pressure keeps this one low scoring. PLAY UNDER!

Cincinnati at Kansas City 6:30 ET

Chiefs over Bengals- Truly the hype about both of these quarterbacks is well deserved and the amount of adulation that is being bestowed on Joe Burrow already has him anointed as Joe Montana, Tom Brady, and Joe Namath aall rolled into one player. Of course the fact that he has never started a losing game against either Mahomes or Brady has legendary tones already.  I like the guy and how can you not and he may end up being all of those Hall of Fame greats before it is over but nobody is perfect and the Chiefs will take advantage of any mistakes no matter how big or small. Mahomes’ asset is his mobility and ability the throw accurately on the move. Last week we saw a small sample of him being ineffective while being forced to play a more stationary game. I believe that he is healthy and feels slighted because of all the attention given to his adversary and I’m expecting him to respond in a big way. Take KANSAS CITY!

Dallas at San Francisco 6:30 ET

Cowboys (+) over 49ers- How bout dem Cowboys...a huge win for Dallas last week over the offensively limited Buccaneers and now it is off to the Bay area in what NFC fans consider a classic match-up. San Francisco brings the No. 1 defense against the NFL inception leader in Zak Prescott who has thrown 16 to the opposition while missing five and a half games. After last weeks win I was sure that I would be on the 49ers but the odds maker  has deemed this the bogus line on the week.The price here is ridiculously low for the two teams resume and looks way too inviting for the favorite. Cowboys 12-5-1 ATS in their last 18 road games and the road team is 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take DALLAS!

New York at Philadelphia 8:15 ET

Eagles (-) over Giants- The Giants actually looked like a real football team in their win at Minnesota last Sunday as Danny Dimes delivered his best game in his four year career. His most important contribution was the 80 yards rushing on seven attempts that kept New York’s drives alive. Playing against the Vikings defense was a treat that the Giants won’t see again. Ole Danny Dimes will have to deal with the NFL’s No. 1 passing defense and the No. 2 defense overall allowing just 301 YPG. New York’s defense who people are raving about their improvement is still ranked No. 25 allowing 358 YPG while the Eagles offense is No. 3 overall gaining 390 YPG. Hurts will be back after four weeks (all non-covers). This time they hold court. Take PHILADELPHIA!  

NOTE: Originally this game was posted in error with the Giants as the side...They are NOT.

Baltimore at Cincinnati 8:15 ET

Ravens (+) over Bengals- Will he or will he not...nah no way that Lamar Jackson plays and that means that Baltimore will rely on their No. 4 starter a quarterback. Anthony Brown will most likely get the start as back-up No. 3 Tyler Huntley was limited in practice thru Thursday. Brown made his first career start last week against these same Bengals and was 19-of-44 for 286 but had a pair of interceptions and a lost fumble. having seen the Cincy defense as fresh as last week should be helpful. Ravens defense isn’t what is once was but is still No. 10 allowing just 324 YPG. but still No. 3 against the run allowing just 92 YPG while Bengals run game is ranked near the bottom at 29 and the Ravens even without Jackson are No. 2 in rushing at 160 YPG. Play BALTIMORE!   

Seattle at San Francisco 4:30 ET

Seahawks (+) over 49ers- Here we go with my nominee for MVP Geno Smith leading the upstart Seahawks in the Wildcard weekend against the NFL’s most dominating defense owned by San Francisco. The 49ers defeated Seattle twice 2-13 (-5) and 27-7 (-8.5) holding the Seahawks to a total 493 yards combined in both games. On the season they allow just 300. which is truly amazing when you think of today’s NFL offenses. The Niners also come with the No. 5 offense even with their season long quarterback issues thy have the No. 8ranked rushing attack while the Seattle rush defense is ranked 30 out of 32 allowing 150 yard on the ground per week. But, sometimes the numbers just don’t pan out. QB Brock Purdy who every knows was the final pick in the 2022 draft has been excellent at protecting the ball while throwing multiple touchdown passes in six straight games (how bout dat). Here’s some fun stuff. Hawks are 6-2 ATS in eight Wild Card games and despite their two losses this season the Seahawks are 15-7-1 ATS in the last 23 meetings. But the balance the stats SF is 8-0 ATS against the NFC West this season...they finish 8-1 ATS. Take SEATTLE!

TCU vs Georgia 7:30 ET

Bulldogs (-) over Horned Frogs- It has been a beautiful ride for 200-to-1 Horned Frogs but they will seem like toads after the way Georgia tough tenacious bulldog defense closes them down. Yeah, that defense that has allowed 71 points their last two games and yet they still rank fifth nationally in scoring defense at 14.6 PPG. TCU is tied for fourth nationally scoring 41.1 PPG but may be without their leading rusher Kendre Miller (1,399 yard rushing and 17 TDS. He will be missed and the Bulldogs defense will hone in on QB Max Duggan who wasn’t even the opening day starter. Yeah, this Sonny Dykes is a genie. Duggan had 41 touchdown passes before this his senior season and Dykes had him benched before the season started. TCU is 5-11 ATS in last 16 games at neutral sites while Dogs are 8-3 ATS in last 11 bowl games and 15-7 on neutral sites. Okay, enough of all that. The line is ridiculously high and there is a reason for that...take GEORGIA!

LA Chargers at Denver 4:25 ET

Bronco (-) over Chargers- This one belongs in the you have got to be kidding me category. Think about it, think about what we have seen out of Denver  and Russell Wilson and then think of what we have seen Justin Herbert do. Now, think of how many points LA is favored by over the 4-12 Broncos whose offense is so inept they set an NFL record for fewest points by a team after 10 games and they still scored just 16 PPG. Chargers are locked-in there playoff spot and will be resting. Well, one thing is that The Broncos have always played the Chargers tough as they are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings and they are 5-1 ATS in six meetings at home.Take DENVER!  

New York Giants at Philadelphia 4:25 ET

Eagles (-) over Giants- Oh man what a slaughter...a massacre, a killing, a brutal murder that is only a few of the terms that will be used when describing the final result of this contest. There will be no contest! I don’t care who is the Eagles quarterback because their defense will disassemble New York offense especially with the limited time that’s gong to be given to the starters for New York. A win for Philadelphia will assure them the No. 1 seed and a bye week. After two losses they are ready to re-establish their NFC dominance. Take PHILADELPHIA!

Tampa Bay at Atlanta 1:00 ET

Falcons (-) over Buccaneers- Who’s favored here...and Tom Brady says that the Buccaneers will go all out here, although they are locked into their playoff spot. I personally like him but I don’t believe him, yes he is right that they need to work but gee it’s week 18 and they can’t fix it in one week. Think of it Atlanta is favored and not just by a field goal. Tampa Bay is a sucker play and don’t fall for it. Bet no them the first week of the playoffs if you want but NOT here. Take ATLANTA!

Kansas City at Las Vegas 4:30 ET

Chiefs (-) over Raiders- Oh my how the Raiders supporters are rallying around Jarrett Stidham because of the 500 yards of offense that Las Vegas accumulated against the NFL top defense owned by San Francisco. The Niners thought that they  would cruise through Las Vegas but this is the NFL and for the most part you have to earn your wins and they did in the end as the new Tom Brady is emerging. Unlike SF, KC has something to play for, a number one seed and a first round bye in the playoffs. The Chiefs have defeated the Raiders 9-of-10 including a come-from-behind 30-29 win on a Monday night after trailing 17-0 in October. Mahomes eats up the Riders throwing 26 TD passes and only three INTs. That was Stidman’s first start anywhere since 2018 when Auburn played Purdue in the Music City Bowl. And guess what, he was limited in practice this week because of a sore elbow. Take KANSAS CITY!

Penn State vs Utah 5:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Utes- So far, when I hear people speak of this game they feel Utah will destroy Penn State and the first thing I think of is, that gee the line is under a field goal how much better can they be. The Utes were the favorites to be the Pac-12 team to break into the CFP and did what we here expected be over-rated and win out in the end but still be short of their season goal. The Utes won six of their final seven games capping with a crushing pounding of USC. Unheralded Penn State finished 10-2 and their losses came at the hands of two CFP participants Michigan and Ohio State and I don’t think the Utes are of that stature. The Lions have not had a large number of transfers leaving (probably because these guys actually go to school and graduate). here we go with the Pac12 non-conference where Utah is 4-10 ATS while the Nittany Lions are 13-6-1 ATS in non-conference games. Take PENN STATE!

Tulane vs USC 1:00 ET

Green Wave (+) over Trojans- Usually when teams like this meet in a major bowl like the Cotton Bowl and once is a conference champion and one is not I would most likely side against the conference winner. But, this battle sets up differently. Granted both teams are 11-2 and deserve to be here but the disappointment USC feels after beating by Utah had many players despondent and have opted out of this to them meaningless exhibition. Not only will Heisman winner Celeb Williams sit out (finger injury) but so are a pair of offensive line starters and their Biletnikoff Trophy winning receiver is getting ready for the draft I always thought the best way to get read is to play and show your wares). The Green Wave have talent and will be excited to play in the school’s first Cotton Bowl appearance and they are 15-3 ATS in their last 18 games being under-valued while USC is 0-5 ATS in their last five bowl games and 1-11 ATS in their last 12 games at neutral sites. Take TULANE!

Cleveland at Washington 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Commies- This line looks a bit short to me when you consider where these two teams are and who is going to play. Let me start with Washington who despite not winning a game in a month still controls their own destiny as they must of course win here and then at Dallas next week. For Cleveland there is no such pressure as they have been eliminated from playoff competition. But we will have everybody’s favorite human being Deshaun Watson at QB once again and he is 2-2 in his four starts and is off a Christmas Day performance that looked like he wanted to be somewhere else completing just 15 of 31 passes for 135 yard, no TDS and 1 INT.  Carson Wentz was a starter when these guys were called Redskins (How dare they) and now he is back as the original starter in the most important game of the season against a non-play off, sub. 500 team and they are favored by less that a field goal. I don’t buy it and neither should you. Take CLEVELAND!  2

New Orleans at Philadelphia

Saints (+) over Eagles- If Philadelphia wins they lock up the number 1 seed in the NFL and if the Saints fail they will be eliminated from the post season. All things being even both side had the same talent the same situation you would have to say the team getting disqualified is greater motivation. That being said even with Gardner Minshew leading the charge the Eagles are stronger. The Saints defense has stepped it up the last eight games and are allowing just 15.6 points per game over that span. They have won their last two and will be entering this contest with a lot of confidence and a lot to play for. The Saints are 40-19 ATS in their last 59 road games while the Eagles are 1-4 ATS against teams with losing records. Take NEW ORLEANS!   

Ohio State vs Georgia 8:00 ET

Buckeyes (+) over Bulldogs- I so love this side so much it scares me because I have never considered the other side and usually you look for pros and cons to support your position but don’t care here. Ohio State last played against Michigan and they had a second half that was an anomaly and outscored the Buckeyes 28-3 although the Buckeyes had more total yards and seven more first downs. There is no doubt in my mind that Georgia is the best ream I have seen this season but they don’t win ever game by 50 points. Both clubs have stellar defenses as with the Bulldogs who are ranked No. 2 nationally in scoring defense allowing just 12.8 ppg while Ohio State is No. 13 allowing 19.2 ppg. Bulldogs are 3-8 ATS following an ATS win. Take OHIO STATE!

TCU vs Michigan 4;00 ET

Wolverines (-) over Horned Frogs- My first thoughts were that Michigan who dominated Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship game and opened such strong favorites would just run rough shod over the Horned Frogs. The number has come down and so have I on the Wolverines. Remembering that any team rarely looks as good one game to another and things just don’t always fall into place. so, here TCU losers of the Big 12 Championship game to Kansas State is in the CFP and not many expect much of them here. Frogs looking to prove they belong and have a chip-on-their-should after backing into the CFP. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

Alabama vs Kansas State 12:00 ET

Wildcats (+) over Crimson Tide- The question here is just how motivated are the Crimson Tide going to be after all their goal is the CFP and they are even playing on New Year’s Day. Nick Saban is aware as he keeps insisting this game is important to them. Alabama’s QB Bryce Young the 2021 Heisman winner will play but the Tide have lost 15 players to the transfer portal including five offensive lineman. While Alabama was the preseason No. 1 Kansas State was even ranked in the Top-25 but managed to hand undefeated TCU their lone loss in the Big-12 title game. Bama just 1-5 ATS against teams with winning records while the Wildcats are 4-1 ATS against winning teams and are 5-1 ATS at neutral sites. Take KANSAS STATE!

Tennessee vs Clemson 8:00 ET

Tigers (-) over Volunteers- Both of these clubs will be without their starting quarterbacks and for one side the impact will be too much to overcome and for the other it is a blessing. Clemson’s Dabo Swinney insisted that DJ Uiagaleli be the tigers quarterback and it took almost two full season’s before he benched because of overall poor play and now he’s in the transfer portal. Tennessee is not as pleased that QB Hendon Hooker tore his ACL and will be replaced by Joe Milton III (yes that Joe Milton III) who’s talents are still unknown. The Tigers QB Cade Klubnik entered the ACC Championship game in the second quarter and went 20-24 for 279 yards. The Volunteers are 0-4 ATS at neutral sites while the Tigers are 20-6 ATS at neutral site and 11-3 ATS in their last 14 bowl games. Take CLEMSON!

Texas vs Washington 9:00 ET

Longhorns (-) over Huskies- Okay here we go with that ‘don’t make sense’ shit. Washington is 10-2 SU and ranked No. 12  and has the No. 2 ranked offense averaging 521 yards behind Michael Penix Jr. who leads the nation in passing yards averaging 377 yards through the air and had 4, 354 yards on the season. Texas will be without their tow top running backs All-American Bijan Robinson and Roschon Johnson have both opted out. So, No. 20 Texas who lost four games by a total of 18 points and have their top backs out be favored. Once again I believe the odds maker is trying to tell us something and that is Texas is much better with or without their star players. Take TEXAS! 

Texas Tech vs Mississippi 9:00 ET

Red Raiders (+) over Rebels- These contest bring conflict to the table as Mississippi enters have lost their last three while Texas Tech has won their last three including our Big-12 Game of the Year 51-48 win over Oklahoma. The Red Raiders had a five game lull winning just once as QB Tyler Shough returned for their final three games. Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin attract plenty of attention as their no. 8 ranked offense averages 262 yards rushing ranking No. 3 on the ground. rebels closed the season with three straight losses to Alabama, Arkansas and Mississippi State. look for the trends to continue. Take TEXAS TECH!

Central Florida vs Duke 2:00 ET

Knights (+) over Blue Devils- Under first year coach Mike Elko Duke has returned to Bowl action for the first time in four years. The Blue Devils improved from No.102 to 34th in scoring offense and from No. 127 to No. 36 in scoring defense. They No. 11 in take-aways and also rank 6th only turning the ball over 0.6 times a game. central Florida is on the move and this will be their last game playing for the American Athletic Conference a they enter the Big-12. This is their seventh straight bowl game and they have dominated the ACC offensively for years and average 236 yards on the ground this season and are seventh nationally. Take CENTRAL FLORIDA!

Wisconsin and Oklahoma State 10:15 ET

badgers (-) over Cowboys- These schools are veterans when it comes to Bowl appearances as the Badgers are making their 22 straight showing and for Oklahoma State it will be their 18th straight bowl game. After a 5-0 start the Cowboys lost five of their last seven games as QB Spencer Sanders when down with an injury and has opted out of this encounter. Wisconsin who fired their coach mid-season will also have inexperience at quarterback as three year starter Graham Mertz who entered the transfer portal and he will be replace with either a senior or freshman who combined have thrown 11 career passes. OK State will also be without their leading rusher and tackler while Badgers 1,000 yard running back Braelon Allen is looking forward to showcasing his talents. Take WISCONSIN!

LA Chargers at Indianapolis 8:15 ET

Colts (+) over Chargers- These Colts have been something else this season and what else I couldn’t tell you other than we’ve don’t pretty well betting on and against them. Indy has lost four straight including losing the biggest lead in NFL history. Now, don’t you think that would embarrass you. The Chargers have been even better to us as we have no problems fading Herbert in the right spots and this is one of them. Indianapolis has changed quarterbacks once again and this time it will be Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles who with any luck won’t have to face Joey Bosa who does not appear to be ready. The Chargers are 1-3-1 ATS after a SU win and the underdog is 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings. Colts 5-0 ATS after allowing 30 points or more. Take INDIANAPOLIS!

Tampa Bay at Arizona 8:15 ET

Cardinals (+) over Buccaneers- Tampa Bay leads the NFC South with a 6-8 record and is looking to back into a playoff spot by winning the division with a less than .500 record. With Carolina and New Orleans at 6-9 but holding the tie-breaking edge, so it just adds pressure on an already flawed team. Arizona is already out of the playoff  picture and will have former Penn State QB 26-year old first time-starter Trace McSorely under center while the GOAT Tom Brady has started 330 times. Bucs are 1-10-1 ATS in their last 12 games overall and are dead last in rushing. Cardinals 4-0 ATS in the four meetings. Take ARIZONA!  

Denver at LA Rams 4:30 ET

Broncos (-) over Rams- This has got to be the ‘You have got to be kidding’ game of the week. With both these teams at 4-10 there really shouldn’t be much interest in the match-up except that the Super Bowl Champs are a home underdog to one of the worst offensive teams ever to grace the NFL averaging 15.6 points. With 12 different offensive line-ups and leading the league in sacks allowed and by now have just given up while Hackett’s Broncos are fighting for his job. Take DENVER!

Cincinnati at New England 1:00 ET

Patriots (+) over Bengals- How can anyone possibly play on the Patriots and against the Bengals after what we all witnessed last week. New England was in a dead heat with Las Vegas as time was expiring and for some reason decided that they had to win the game on the final play and second to Franco’s catch this could be the wildest final play of all time. Cincinnati meanwhile came from 17-0 and forced five straight turnover to defeat megabucks Tampa Bay. With the jets loss Thursday Cincy has clinched a playoff spot and will be care free and easy...nothing comes easy in the NFL. Take NEW ENGLAND!

Detroit at Carolina 1:00 ET

Panthers ()+) over Lions- Here me roar... the Lions are lining up their pray and have the Panthers in sight alone with a possible wild card spot. Since blowing a huge lead to the Dolphins on October 30 Detroit has won six of seven games and have gone 7-0 ATS over that span. Carolina who is still just one-game off the lead in the NFL South was completely shut down at Pittsburgh last week and will atone for that with an all out effort here. The home team is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and the underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last eight meetings. Panthers 4-0 ATS last four versus the NFC. Take CAROLINA!

Wake Forest vs Missouri 6:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Demon Deacons- Wake Forest quarterback Sam Hartman is on the brink of setting numerous ACC records starting with his next touchdown pass. His task should be that much easier as three of Missouri’s standout defenders are deferring to the NFL draft and will not be in play. That being known the odds makers never blink and the price hasn’t changed even with other entering the transfer portal.  Missouri played a much tougher schedule and played some pretty good defense ranking No. 28 allowing only 337 ypg. Deacons just 4-10 ATS last-14 on grass and the Tigers are 5-1 ATS on grass. Take MISSOURI!

Jacksonville at New York Jets 8:15 ET

Jaguars over Jets- A pair of clubs that are moving in opposite directions as the Jets have dropped three in-a-row while Jacksonville has won 3-of-4 with wins over Dallas, Tennessee and Baltimore. New York has out-gained Detroit, Buffalo and Minnesota by a over a combined 300 yards and still lost because of big play defensive breakdowns. Zach Wilson the No. 2 pick behind Trevor Lawrence in2021 will get to starting nod over Mike white for has a headache. The Jets have won five of the last seven meetings including a 26-21 last season as hosts and they do it once again. Take the J-E-T-S!

Air Force vs Baylor 7:30 ET

Bears (-) over Falcons- The moment I saw this match-up I knew I would have Air Force...not so fast my friend. Of course that was my keen jerk reaction and I stayed with it for a while. But, Baylor has dropped their final three games and after playing seven straight bowl opponents they will have played a much tougher schedule. Air Force leads the nation in rushing and total defense as well as time of possession but this isn’t New Mexico or UNLV it is a Big-12 power and they will wear down the Falcons. Take BAYLOR!

Western Kentucky vs South Alabama 9:00 ET

Jaguars (-) over Hilltoppers- Last season I saw the Hilltoppers in the Boca Bowl blow out Appalachian State 59-38 as Bailey Zappe threw six touchdown passes, zero interceptions and for and for 422 yards. Austin Reed has replaced Bailey and has thrown for 4,249 yards and 36 TD passes for 8-5 Western Kentucky and was named USA New Comer of the Year. This is year’s squad overall is not as good as last year’s version and they will be up against the No. 11 defense in yards allowed surrendering just 303.4 per game. Toppers are 1-4 ATS against the Sun Belt Conference and the Jaguars are 4-0 ATS in non-conference games as well as  8-3 ATS on field turf. Take SOUTH ALABAMA!

Liberty vs Toledo 7:30 ET

Flames (+) over Rockets- In recent season’s the Liberty Flames have come to national prominence and have won three straight Bowl games. But, the enter this fray having lost not only three straight but lost their head coach as well as Hugh Freeze who departed for Auburn. Toledo is led by quarterback Dequan Finn and have never lost (3-0) to the Flames. The problems for the Rockets is that a one-man gang doesn’t fare well against tough defenses. Liberty was wasted by New Mexico State 49-14 last time out allowing over 200 yards rushing and they are 13-3-1 ATS after allowing 200 or more rushing yards. Add that the Rockets are 1-5 ATS both against winning teams and on neutral sites. Take LIBERTY

LA Rams at Green Bay 8:20 ET

Packers (-) over Rams- Never before has a defending Super Bowl Champion (4-9) won only four games after 13 weeks of play and never before has Aaron Rogers with and his Packers so inept. Green Bay who has dominated the NFL North with during Rodgers’ rein with occasional pressure from the Vikings. As it is the Packers have won seven of the last eight meetings going 8-0 ATS with Rogers tossing 20 TD passes and only three interceptions. The Rams are 31st on offense ahead of only Houston averaging 283 YPG and are 1-4 ATS after a SU win. That’s enough for me. Take GREEN BAY! 

New York Giants at Washington 8:20 ET

Commies (-) over Giants- the Giants have on once in six weeks and from what I see out there most expect them to come to life here in Washington a team that they played to a 20-20 tie two weeks ago in New York where the Giants blew a 10-point fourth quarter lead. The former Skins held Barkley in check in the first meeting and this time the league’s No. 4 defense will squash Danny Jones. The Dores are 6-1 ATS in their last seven overall and take control here. Take WASHINGTON!   

Cincinnati at Tampa Bay 4:25 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Bengals- Man, Tom Brady once again an underdog at home up against the NFL’s points spread leader Cincinnati at 10-3 ATS while Tampa Bay is dead last at 3-8-1 ATS. You know what has been said for eons and that is out with the old and in with the new as Joe Burrow takes over the mantle as the NFL’s winner! Yeah, it might seem that way but The Buc’s Tom Brady actually leads the NFL in competitions and yardage so the problem falls elsewhere. Burrow mentioned this week that this is just another game but I don’t believe Tampa Bay is approaching it the same way. The Bucs are desperate for a win as their playoff spot slips away. take TAMPA BAY!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!  

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!

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!

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!   

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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

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!

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!

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!

Texas at Kansas State 7:00ET

Longhorns over Wildcats- Okay, I’ll set this up for everyone to see my logic in backing the Longhorns here. Start with Kansas State who was ‘our’ Power Play winner over OK. St. 49-0 last week. The same team that Texas lost to the week before. So, here I have Texas a loser against the Cowboys and then the Wildcats crushing the ‘Boys last week and they meet in Manhattan, KS with the Horns favored. Longhorns are 1-7 ATS in their last eight meetings as visitors. Something isn’t right about this and I expect that Texas should win easy. Take TEXAS!

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!

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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!

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!

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!