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Today's CFL Picks

Montreal at Hamilton

The Alouettes look to build on their 4-0 ATS record in their last 4 road games. Montreal is the pick (+3 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the game Even. Dunkel Pick: Montreal (+3 1/2). Here are all of this week's CFL picks.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Time Posted: 7:00 a.m. EST (11/8)

Game 291-292: Montreal at Hamilton (1:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Montreal 114.859; Hamilton 115.283 Dunkel Line: Even; 57 Vegas Line: Hamilton by 3 1/2; 52 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Montreal (+3 1/2); Over

Game 293-294: BC at Saskatchewan (4:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: BC 109.201; Saskatchewan 121.206 Dunkel Line: Saskatchewan by 12; 48 Vegas Line: Saskatchewan by 4 1/2; 52 Dunkel Pick: Saskatchewan (-4 1/2); Under

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Norm Hitzges Picks of the Pole

NFL

DOUBLE PLAY:

• NY Giants -7 Oakland

SINGLE PLAYS:

• New Orleans -6 1/2 Dallas
• Carolina +6 San Francisco
• Philly +1 Green Bay
• Seattle -5 1/2 Atlanta
• Baltimore +1 1/2 Cincy
• Detroit PICK Chicago
• St. Louis +9 1/2 Indy

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Warren Sharp
Carolina over 42.5

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River City Sharps

3 Units Baltimore Ravens +2

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Point spread pros

NEW ORLEANS -7

Buffalo +3

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Wunderdog Sports Free Pick

Game: Buffalo at Pittsburgh (Sunday 11/10 12:00 PM Eastern)
Pick: Buffalo +3 (-110) at Sportsbook.com

Oh how the mighty have fallen. The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone off a cliff - fast. However, they still seem to be forgiven by the oddsmakers, who seem to want to carry their reputation forward despite the 2-6 record at the halfway mark of the season. From the 2007-08 season through the 2011-12 season, Pittsburgh's defense allowed an opponent to score 30 or more points just twice. Last year we saw the hint of change as three teams reached the 30-point mark against them. This year at just halfway into the season, the Steel Curtain has allowed 30 or more points three times, capped by the 55 points they allowed New England last week. Buffalo should be able to exploit the once rugged front seven of the Steelers' defense, which has allowed 131.2 yards per game (second worst in the entire NFL). The Bills rank 7th in the league at 145.8 yards per contest and EJ Manuel is expected back here which will only help things. Meanwhile, Pitt's offense is simply bad and not making strides. The Bills are 6-1 ATS following a loss. The Steelers are just 6-14-1 ATS in their last 21 within the conference. Take the Bills.

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CFL

First Round

Montreal (8-10) @ Hamilton (10-8)—These teams played three times in final seven weeks of season. Alouettes recovered from 2-5 start to make playoffs, winning four of last six games, covering nine of last 12, but they lost two of three vs Hamilton this year, losing 28-26 (+1) in Week 13, then 27-24 (-5.5) here two weeks ago- they beat TiCats 36-5 (-1.5) three weeks ago in Quebec. Home side won all three series games and last six overall in series. Montreal covered seven of last eight games as an underdog- they’re 4-5 SU on road this season, losing by 11-3-22-2-3 points. TiCats won four of last five games, are 2-4 as home favorites this year, but won five of last six SU at “home”, with last three home wins by total of 11 points. Last six Hamilton games, last three Alouette games all stayed under the total. Under is 11-7 in last 18 series games.

BC Lions (11-7) @ Saskatchewan (11-7)—These two teams also played three times in last seven weeks, actually three times in five weeks (Weeks 13-15-17). Roughriders beat Lions 31-17 (+3) on road, then 35-14 (-4) at home to win season series 2-1 and grab home field here, after Lions won first meeting 24-22 (+6) in Regina. Streaky Saskatchewan’s season: 8-1 start, then $l, 3W and mow two more losses- they’re just 2-3 in last five home games, with wins by 5-21 points. BC allowed 78 points in losing last two road games; they upset Calgary in meaningless season finale last week- they’re 1-5 vs spread when getting points this season. Roughriders covered just two of last ten when giving points. Last 10 series games and 18 of last 22 meetings stayed under the total, as did six of last seven Rider games, and five of last eight BC games overall.

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CFL

First Round

CFL betting: Stampeders favored to win Grey Cup

The playoffs get under way north of the border this weekend and odds have been adjusted for the six teams embarking in a quest for the 101st Grey Cup.

The Calgary Stampeders (14-4 SU, 11-6-1 ATS) are the favorites after a stellar regular season. The Stamps are priced at +175 and will await the winner of the BC Lions and Sasketchewan Roughriders seminal game.

Leading the Eastern Division is the Toronto Argonauts (11-7 SU, 9-8-1) at +450. Meanwhile, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Montreal Alouettes will play in the semifinal and the chance to face Argos.

Here is a look at the current odds:

Calgary Stampeders +175
Saskatchewan Roughriders +200
Toronto Argonauts +450
BC Lions +850
Hamilton Tiger-Cats +1200
Montreal Alouettes +1350

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Football Jesus : Saints

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dwayne bryant

3* ny giants

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Colin Cowherd's Blazing Five picks

Bengals at Ravens (+1.5)
Dolphins at Buccaneers (+2.5)
Eagles (+1) at Packers
Seahawks at Falcons (+5.5)
Cowboys at Saints (-6.5)

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Lions at Bears: What bettors need to know

Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears (Pick, 53)

The Detroit Lions attempt to sweep the season series against the Chicago Bears for the first time since 2007 when the NFC North co-leaders clash in the Windy City on Sunday. Detroit looks to snap a five-game losing streak at Chicago - which expects to have Jay Cutler back - and end a stretch of
six consecutive road losses against division rivals. The Lions used their bye week to recuperate from their thrilling 31-30 home victory over Dallas in Week 8, a triumph in which Matthew Stafford scored on a quarterback sneak with 12 seconds remaining.

The Bears also are coming off a big win, as they forged a three-way tie atop the division with Detroit and Green Bay by posting a 27-20 victory over the Packers at Lambeau Field on Monday. Starting for the injured Cutler, Josh McCown threw a pair of touchdown passes while Chicago knocked Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers out of the game with a broken collarbone. Cutler, who was expected to miss four weeks with the groin injury he suffered against Washington on Oct. 20, was cleared to practice on Thursday and coach Marc Trestman said he expects him to start Sunday.

TV: 1 p.m. ET, FOX.

LINE: The Bears opened at +1, but the line has moved to a Pick. The total opened at 52 and is now 53.

WEATHER: Temperatures will be in the mid 40s with an 8 mph wind blowing towards the SE corner of the endzone.

ABOUT THE LIONS (5-3): Stafford and Calvin Johnson put on quite a display against the Cowboys, with the former passing for 488 yards and the latter accounting for a team-record 329 of them. Johnson fell seven yards shy of the NFL's single-game record set on Nov. 26, 1989, by Flipper Anderson. Stafford reached the 15,000-yard plateau faster than any quarterback in league history, doing so in his 53rd career game.

ABOUT THE BEARS (5-3): Defensive end Shea McClellin registered three of Chicago's season-high five sacks against the Packers, including the one that shelved Rodgers. Running back Matt Forte has scored nine touchdowns - six rushing - in 11 games against the Lions. Wide receiver Brandon Marshall enters Sunday's contest with a streak of five straight home games with a touchdown.

TRENDS:
* Lions are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 vs. NFC North.
* Home team is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 meetings.
* Over is 8-2 in the Bears last 10 games overall.
* Over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings.

EXTRA POINTS

1. Detroit snapped a three-game slide in the all-time series with a 40-32 home triumph on Sept. 29.

2. The Bears own a 96-66-5 record in the series and have dominated of late, winning nine of the last 11 meetings.

3. Chicago is 29th in the league against the run, allowing an average of 127.5 yards per game.

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NFL betting: This week's top 5 key injuries

The quarterback position continues to be a merry-go-round for several teams heading into Week 10 of the NFL season.

The Buffalo Bills welcome back their electrifying rookie signal caller, while the Green Bay Packers face their first full game without their starting QB. Other teams face shortages at key positions - including the Seahawks, who are still waiting for their prized free-agent acquisition to make his Seattle debut.

Here are five key injuries entering a busy Sunday:

Percy Harvin, WR, Seattle Seahawks (out, hip)

The hype over Harvin possibly returning in Week 7 or 8 has given way to a more realistic assessment. After suffering a minor setback in his return from a major offseason hip injury, the 25-year-old still hasn't been added to the Seattle roster and isn't practicing with the team yet. As badly as Harvin might like to return for the Seahawks' Week 11 tilt with his old team, the Minnesota Vikings, it's likely the speedy wideout will remain on the sidelines beyond the team's Week 12 bye with an eye on returning the following week against New Orleans.

Seattle is installed as a 4-point favorite for Sunday's showdown with host Atlanta. The total is 45.

Aaron Rodgers, QB, Green Bay Packers (out, collarbone)

The Packers' postseason hopes took a major hit after Rodgers suffered a fractured collarbone in Monday night's 27-20 loss to the Chicago Bears. The team has placed a 4-to-6-week timetable on Rodgers' return to the lineup, though historical precedent would suggest that Rodgers probably won't be back in four weeks' time. Veteran Seneca Wallace, who went 11-for-19 for 114 yards and an interception, will be under center - and judging by the nine-point swing in this week's line, bettors don't have much faith in his abilities.

The Packers are a one-point underdog vs. the visiting Philadelphia Eagles, with the total at 47.

Arian Foster, RB, Houston Texans (out, back)

Foster won't give up on returning this season despite reports he's dealing with a significant disc problem in his back that may require surgery. The fifth-year running back is considered week-to-week, but is reportedly seeking other medical opinions in an effort to be cleared to return as soon as possible. His absence leaves a major hole in Houston's already mediocre offense, with the underwhelming Ben Tate expected to see the bulk of the carries. Dennis Johnson, signed late last month, will back him up.

The Texans go into Arizona as a 3-point underdog against the Cardinals. The total is set at 42.

Roddy White, WR, Atlanta Falcons (questionable, hamstring)

Falcons fans will be ecstatic to know that White will finally return to the field in an attempt to salvage what has been his worst season to date. The 32-year-old has been dealing with a hamstring issue that has kept him out the last three games, but he reportedly looked spry in practice and has declared himself good to go. White will instantly boost a Falcons' passing game that has been decimated by the loss of Julio Jones (foot). White's presence gives Matt Ryan another reliable option in the passing game to complement Tony Gonzalez and Harry Douglas.

Atlanta is installed as a 4-point underdog against visiting Seattle, with the total at 45.

E.J. Manuel, QB, Buffalo Bills (probable, knee)

Manuel has exceeded even the most recent timetable; despite not being expected back until next week, the first-year QB looked good in practice and will get the start Sunday barring any setbacks. Manuel hasn't played since Week 5 after suffering a sprained LCL in a 37-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns. The Bills have already used three different quarterbacks this season, so the return of Manuel not only gives them the best chance to win - it also means some much-needed stability for what has been a beleaguered pass offense.

Buffalo enters Sunday's game in Pittsburgh as a 3-point underdog, with the total set at 43.5.

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Spurs at Knicks: What bettors need to know

San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks (+2.5, 195)

J.R. Smith makes his season debut when the host New York Knicks attempt to snap the three-game winning streak of the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. Smith, who won the NBA’s Sixth Man Award last season, sat out the first five games due to violating the league’s drug policy and will be limited to 30 minutes, according to New York coach Mike Woodson. “We’ve just got to make sure that mentally he’s there,” Woodson told reporters. “And I can’t burn him physically.”

Smith, who will come off the bench Sunday, averaged 18.1 points last season and underwent knee surgery in July and is still rounding himself into playing shape. The Spurs recorded a 76-74 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday and are allowing just 88 points per game during their winning streak. Tony Parker had 18 points and is averaging 19.3 points and 6.7 assists.

TV: Noon ET, KENS (San Antonio), MSG (New York)

ABOUT THE SPURS (5-1): Veteran guard Manu Ginobili is struggling and is just 8-of-31 from the field while averaging seven points over the past three games. He is just 1-of-13 from 3-point range during the stretch and 5-of-25 on the season while averaging 10.7 points. Frontcourt star Tim Duncan had a subpar game against Golden State with just eight points on 3-of-11 shooting after averaging 19.3 points over the previous three games.

ABOUT THE KNICKS (2-3): Andrea Bargnani made his presence felt with 25 points, eight rebounds and five blocks in Friday’s victory over Charlotte. New York will be counting heavily on Bargnani with starting center Tyson Chandler out four-to-six weeks with a broken leg. Acquired from Toronto in the offseason, Bargnani was struggling before the breakout performance. “Don’t be hesitant and just play my game and go out there and do what I’ve always done all these years,” Bargnani explained afterward. “I got to be more aggressive on offense.”

TRENDS:

* Home team is 4-1-1 ATS in the last six meetings.
* Over is 5-2 in the last seven meetings in New York.
* Spurs are 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall.
* Underdog is 3-1-1 ATS in the last five meetings.

BUZZER BEATERS:

1. New York won both of last season’s meetings and is 26-14 against the Spurs at Madison Square Garden.

2. The Knicks are trying to avoid losing three straight home games for the first time since Jan. 2012.

3. Spurs F Matt Bonner (calf) could miss his third straight game.

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Mike Moran

Wash o50
TEN-12
GB-1(3x)
pit u43
BAL O44
DET-2(2x)
NYG-7(2x)

(3x) TEASER-6pt
NYG-1+NOR-1+DEN-1