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TCU at Oklahoma 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Thomas

Latest Odds : OKL -7.5 Total 61.5

The matchup between No. 8 TCU and No. 5 Oklahoma has huge FBS Playoff implications, and it could be a sneak peek at the Big 12 Championship Game, which will take place in a month in Dallas. Both teams have lost just once in conference play.

The Horned Frogs (8-1, 5-1) have a bad taste in their mouth after a loss against Iowa State a couple weeks ago. However, TCU was strong against Texas in a 24-7 win last week. The Horned Frog defense had vanished over the last couple of years, but it's back this season. Gary Patterson's team surrenders just 13.9 points per game (sixth in FBS).

It's been boom-or-bust for senior quarterback Kenny Hill this season. He has two games with four touchdown passes and one with five. However, those three games account for 13 of his 15 touchdown strikes this season. He has yet to log multiple touchdown passes against a quality opponent this season.


Oklahoma (8-1, 5-1) has passed a couple of massive tests this season with wins over No. 2 Ohio State and No. 11 Oklahoma State. The Sooners outscored the Cowboys 62-52 last week, in what will be one of the most remembered games of the season. Oklahoma has struggled on defense this season, but may just have the offensive firepower to get in to the FBS Playoff.

Senior quarterback Baker Mayfield may be the front runner for the Heisman Trophy this season. He has thrown for multiple touchdowns in every game this season and has a touchdown-to-interception ratio of 28-to-5.

Recent Betting Trends:
Horned Frogs are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.
Sooners are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight up win.
Under is 8-2 in Horned Frogs last 10 road games.
Over is 5-2 in Sooners last 7 games overall.
Free Betting Pick: Oklahoma Sooners -7
After Sooners huge offensive outburst last week we expect this line to go up so make sure you jump on board early this week. Add in that Oklahoma's star QB Baker Mayfield is not the front runner in the Heisman and think this game is going to be platform to push Sooners forward again this week. Final Score Prediction, Oklahoma Sooners win and cover ATS 43-30.

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Duke at Army 11/11/17 - NCAA Football Picks & Predictions

by Jim

Latest Odds : DUKE -3 Total 47.5

Duke (4-5, 1-5) won its first four games of the season and has subsequently fallen in five straight. The Blue Devils still could become bowl eligible, with plausible wins against Army, Georgia Tech and Wake Forest still on the schedule.

After falling to No. 13 Virginia Tech two weeks ago, Duke had a bye week last week. It came at a good time for a team that could get nothing going on offense against the Hokies. The Blue Devils totaled just 183 yards of total offense, with a 4-of-15 conversion rate on third-down attempts.

Duke actually ranks 32nd in the nation by allowing just 20.6 points per game. However, the Blue Devils score just 24.3 points per game, which comes in at 98th in the FBS. Sophomore quarterback Daniel Jones has just eight touchdown passes on the season, with seven interceptions. Four of his eight touchdowns came in the first two weeks of the season.


Army (7-2) will go to a bowl game this season and has a shot at logging one of the best seasons in program history. The Black Knights have won five games in a row and shut out Air Force on the road last week. They play stout defense, with just 18.9 points allowed per game (20th in FBS).

Senior quarterback Ahmad Bradshaw has rushed for 1,132 yards and eight touchdowns on the season. He had a field day against the Falcons, with 265 rushing yards on 23 attempts and a touchdown.

Recent Betting Trends:
Blue Devils are 12-0 ATS in their last 12 games on fieldturf.
Black Knights are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games in November.
Under is 5-2 in Blue Devils last 7 games after accumulating less than 275 total yards in their previous game.
Over is 4-1 in Black Knights last 5 home games.
Free Betting Pick: Army Black Knights +3
This Army team has just found ways to win this year - Black Knights are 7-2 straight up and ATS including 5-0 at home. More of the same this week as Duke defense just gets worn down late in this game. Final Score Prediction, Army Black Knights win outright as underdog 28-24.

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Indiana at Illinois 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Mike

Latest Odds : IND -9 Total 49

Indiana and Illinois meet as the cellar dwellers of their respective divisions in the Big Ten Conference. The Hoosiers are winless in the East, while the Fighting Illini are looking for their first victory in the West.

After four straight losses, Indiana (3-6, 0-6) is looking to turn a competitive game into a win. The Hoosiers have been within eight points of their opponent in three of the four losses. Last week, however, they were blasted by No. 9 Wisconsin. The Badgers outgained them 407 to 266 yards and won 45-17.

Junior receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. has been one of the most explosive targets in the conference. On the season, he has 662 receiving yards and six touchdowns. Two weeks ago, Cobbs caught 10 passes for 138 yards against Maryland and found the end zone twice. He had season highs of 11 receptions and 149 yards in Indiana's opener against Ohio State.


Illinois (2-7, 0-6) has lost seven straight to get to its current record. The Fighiting Illini are a mess on offense, with just 16.4 points per game (127th in FBS). Only one of the seven losses for Illinois has been within a touchdown.

Sophomore quarterback Jeff George Jr. has thrown for five touchdowns and eight interceptions since earning the starting spot for the Fighting Illini. The last two weeks, he's completed less than half of his passes. However, there have been some encouraging signs with George for the future. A few weeks ago, he completed 18 of 23 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown against Minnesota, with no interceptions.

Recent Betting Trends:
Hoosiers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a double-digit loss at home.
Fighting Illini are 4-11 ATS in their last 15 home games.
Under is 5-1 in Hoosiers last 6 road games.
Under is 5-1 in Fighting Illini last 6 home games.
Free Betting Pick: Indiana Hoosiers -9
This Hoosiers team must win out to call this season a successful one - as Indiana needs to follow up last years Bowl berth with one this season. Indiana take big step forward this week as Hoosiers take out recent frustrations out on young Illinois team. Final Score Prediction, Indiana Hoosiers win and cover ATS 34-20.

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Arkansas at LSU 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Mike

Latest Odds : LSU -18 Total 55

The Arkansas Razorbacks (4 - 5, 1 - 4 CONF) draw a rough road game against the home town #19 LSU Tigers (6 - 3, 3 - 2 CONF). LSU will be looking to improve on their early season record with a winnable game against Arkansas. LSU will be hosting this game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, LA. Arkansas has won two straight games while LU is looking to bounce back from a loss against #2 Alabama.

The Arkansas Razorbacks are the underdog in this game despite their high octane offense. Arkansas is scoring 30 PPG on offense this season behind intelligent playcalling. Arkansas is racking up almost 390 yards per game on offense while splitting their playcalling evenly between both running and passing. Arkansas unfortunately doesn't have a superstar at QB and thus would prefer to keep this game slower in pace to try and limit LSU.


The LSU Tigers are a better defensive team than Arkansas as they are just giving up 20 PPG to opposing teams. LSU will follow QB Danny Etling (1,589 yards, 9 TD, 2 INT) in this game. Etling just needs to limit his turnovers and allow LSU's competent offensive playcalling to control this game. Also watch out for running back Derrius Guice (782 yards, 6 TDs). LSU is averaging 400 yards of total offense this season and we expect those numbers to be improved against Arkansas.

Recent Betting Trends:
Razorbacks are 1-9-1 ATS in their last 11 games after accumulating more than 200 yards rushing in their previous game.
Tigers are 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games following a ATS win.
Over is 6-1 in Razorbacks last 7 games overall.
Under is 8-3-2 in Tigers last 13 home games.
Free Betting Pick: LSU Tigers -18
The LSU Tigers should come out and defeat Arkansas with relative ease in this game as the terrible season for Razorbacks continues. Arkansas has been death for bettors, Razorbacks are just 2-6 ATS including almost losing to Coastal Carolina last week. Final Score Prediction, LSU Tigers win and cover ATS 37-17.

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Virginia Tech at Georgia Tech 11/11/17 - NCAAF Picks & Predictions

by Adam

Latest Odds : VT -3 Total 50.5

Virginia Tech is 7-2 and out of the ACC coastal race, but they are ranked 13th and expecting a nice bowl trip. They play at Georgia Tech this weekend, a team that is 4-4 but has shown itself to be dangerous.

Both of Virginia Tech's losses were to top-10 teams, and they were not exactly blown out in either one. Georgia Tech has lost three of its last four games, but two of those were to Miami and Clemson, and they lost to Miami by just one point. Georgia Tech has lost fourth-quarter leads three times this year.

Virginia Tech thrives on defense, fourth in the nation in holding opponents to 13.3 points per game. The Hokies are averaging 32.6 points per game. Virginia Tech averages 258 yards passing and 171 yards rushing. Josh Jackson has passed for 2229 yards, 17 touchdowns, and six interceptions. Cam Phillips is his favorite target, with 793 yards and six touchdowns. Jackson has also run for 205 yards. Travon McMillan leads the team in rushing with 4-5 yards.


Georgia Tech is third in the nation in rushing yardage, at 331.9 yards per game. The Yellow Jackets are nearly at the bottom in passing, averaging 83 yards per game. Georgia Tech is scoring 31.8 points per game and giving up 23.6. Taquon Marshall is the starting quarterback and the leading rusher. He has passed for 667 yards, six touchdowns, and two interceptions, and that is over eight games. He has rushed for 870 yards and 14 touchdowns. KirVonte Benson has rushed for 844 yards and six touchdowns.

Recent Betting Trends:
Hokies are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss.
Yellow Jackets are 12-3-1 ATS in their last 16 games on grass.
Under is 4-1 in Hokies last 5 games on grass.
Over is 5-2 in Yellow Jackets last 7 games following a straight up loss.
Free Betting Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies -3
Georgia Tech won last year, and for the past four years, the visiting team has won head to head. Hokies showed how good this defense is with great showing against undefeated Miami Hurricanes - another strong outing is the key again this week. Final Score Prediction, Virginia Tech Hokies win and cover ATS 27-20.

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Alabama at Mississippi State 11/11/17 - CFB Picks & Predictions

by Adam

Latest Odds : ALA -14 Total 50.5

No. 2 Alabama (9-0, 6-0) doesn't have the type of wins the FBS Playoff committee is looking for this season, but committee members would be hard-pressed to pick any other team in the nation over the Crimson Tide. NIck Saban's team has been dominant this season. Alabama averages 40.9 points per game (eighth in FBS) while allowing just 9.8 points per game (first in FBS).

Last week against No. 19 LSU, Alabama looked as vulnerable as it has all year. The Crimson Tide surrendered 306 yards compared to its 299 yards. They also didn't score more than once in a single quarter. Despite those struggles, they still came out with a 24-10 win.

Sophomore quarterback Jalen Hurts hasn't been the flashiest quarterback in the country, but he's managed the Alabama offense well, and has a 10-to-1 touchdown-to-interception ratio to show for it. He had a passing and rushing touchdown against the Tigers.


No. 16 Mississippi State (7-2, 3-2) has won four straight since losing to Georgia and Auburn in back-to-back weeks. The Bulldogs were down 20-13 against UMass at halftime last week but rallied to win 34-23. Junior quarterback Nick Fitzgerald had a poor passing game, with two interceptions and no touchdowns. However, he did rush for 135 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Fitzgerald has 801 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns this season. He's run for multiple touchdowns in five games this season and has been kept out of the end zone just twice.

Recent Betting Trends:
Crimson Tide are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 road games.
Bulldogs are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
Over is 4-1 in Crimson Tide last 5 games following a ATS loss.
Under is 4-1 in Bulldogs last 5 vs. a team with a winning record.
Free Betting Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide -14
The most dominant team in College Football has been this Crimson Tide team and don't see that slowing down against up an down Bulldogs. Mississippi State won't be able to move the ball as the great Bama defense wins this one nearly by themselves. Final Score Prediction, Alabama Crimson Tide win and cover ATS 31-10.

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Arkansas State at South Alabama 11/11/17 - CFB Picks & Predictions

by Adam

Latest Odds : ARST -11.5 Total 50.5

Arkansas State (5-2, 4-0) has won four games in a row and is the last unbeaten team left in the Sun Belt Conference. All four league wins for the Red Wolves have come by at least 16 points.

Last week, Arkansas State came from behind and scored 30 second-half points in a 37-21 win over New Mexico State. The Red Wolves held the Aggies to just three conversions on 17 third-down attempts en route to the win. Arkansas State got 297 passing yards and four touchdown passes from junior quarterback Justice Hansen.

Hansen has thrown for multiple touchdowns in each game he's played in this season and has 25 touchdown passes on the season.

The Red Wolves rank 12th in the nation in passing yards per game (323.2) and ninth in points per game (40.4).


South Alabama (3-6, 2-3) got off to a 2-1 start in the Sun Belt but lost consecutive games to Georgia State and Louisiana over the last couple weeks to fall to a losing record. The Jaguars couldn't overcome a 19-7 halftime deficit to the Ragin' Cajuns last week and eventually fell 19-14. South Alabama outplayed Louisiana in some regards, but threw two interceptions compared to the Ragin' Cajuns' zero turnovers.

Junior receiver Jamarius Way caught five passes for 110 yards last week. That was his second-consecutive week of at least 100 yards after not having any up to that point. Way has 584 receiving yards and three touchdowns on the year.

Recent Betting Trends:
Red Wolves are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games after accumulating more than 280 yards passing in their previous game.
Jaguars are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 home games.
Under is 7-2 in Red Wolves last 9 road games.
Under is 4-1 in Jaguars last 5 conference games.
Free Betting Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +11.5
This Arkansas State is clearly the deserving favorite but winning by more than double digits on road is always tough in Sunbelt play. South Alabama keeps this just close enough to cash for us bettors. Final Score Prediction, Arkansas State Red Wolves win but fall short ATS 30-22.

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Wyoming at Air Force 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Jim

Latest Odds : AFA -3 Total 50.5

The Wyoming Cowboys (6 - 3, 4 - 1 CONF) are on the road to take on the home town Air Force Falcons (4 - 5, 3 - 2 CONF). Air Force will be hosting this game at Falcon Stadium in USAF Academy, CO. Air Force was just shut out in a loss to Army last week while Wyoming has scored wins in four of their past five games.

Wyoming will be taking the field with a team that has been doing massive damage defensively to opposing teams. Wyoming is holding opposing teams to just 19 points on defense this year while completely limiting opposing passers. Wyoming is scoring 24 PPG on offense and though they lack big play makers, Wyoming should still be able to do some damage against Air Fore's leaky defense. Wyoming doesn't have much of a running game so expect the Cowboys to be airing the ball out all day.


The Air Force Falcons are a high scoring team in comparison to Wyoming and that'll have to be the difference here. Air Force is a run-first, grinding focused team that likes to punish opposing defenses. QB Arion Worthman (925 passing yards, 793 rushing yards, 22 TDs) will be the key player to watch in this game. Worthman's Air Force squad is averaging 34 PPG on offense but we don't expect them to hit that mark in this game.

Recent Betting Trends:
Cowboys are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS win.
Falcons are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 conference games.
Over is 5-1 in Cowboys last 6 games in November.
Over is 13-5 in Falcons last 18 games overall.
Free Betting Pick: Wyoming Cowboys +3
This Wyoming teams continues to be way under-rated but Cowboys don't mind as they win outright as underdog for 2nd straight week. This Cowboys team has edge on both sides of the ball and will win another closer game against a struggling Air Force team. Final Score Prediction, Wyoming Cowboys win and cover ATS 23-21.

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Oregon State at Arizona 11/11/17 - CFB Picks & Predictions

by Thomas

Latest Odds : ARIZ -23 Total 70.5

No 22 Arizona played USC and fell short a week after upsetting Washington State. The Wildcats are 6-3 and host a struggling Oregon State team this week. It may seem like a breather for Arizona who has faced top 20 teams in the last two weeks. Oregon is 1-8 and winless in the PAC 12, but two of the last three games have been decided by three or fewer points.

Arizona has a rarity in quarterback Khalil Tate, who has more yards rushing than passing. He has a chance to break the season quarterback rushing record at his current pace. He set a single-game rushing mark this year with 327 yards. Tate has 1087 yards rushing with nine touchdowns and he has an 11.2 yards per carry average. He has also passed for 930 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. He has played only five games this season.


Arizona is fourth in the nation in rushing at 327 yards per game, and 180 passing. Arizona is fourth in the nation in scoring, averaging 43.9 points per game, but they are giving up an average of 32.3.

Nothing has done well for Oregon State this year. The Beavers are within 10 spots of the bottom of the nation in scoring at 20.7 points per game, and on defense, giving up 39.8.

Darrell Garretson has started the last five games and has passed for 875 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions. Ryan Nall has rushed for 632 yards.

Recent Betting Trends:
Beavers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss.
Wildcats are 3-9 ATS in their last 12 games following a straight up loss.
Over is 4-1 in Beavers last 5 road games.
Over is 5-2 in Wildcats last 7 home games.
Free Betting Pick: Oregon State Beavers +23
Last week we saw how bad this Arizona defense can be and just can't see laying three plus Touchdowns with the struggling Wildcats defense. Oregon State has no chance at winning outright but covering will not be a problem. Final Score Prediction, Arizona Wildcats win but fall short ATS 43-24.

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Tennessee at Missouri 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Mike

Latest Odds : MIZZ -11 Total 61.5

A banged up Tennessee team with a coach on the hot seat travels to Missouri this weekend. Tennessee ended a four-game losing streak with a win over Southern Miss. At one point in the streak, Tennessee went 13 quarters without getting an offensive touchdown. The offensive woes continued as Jarret Guarantano was injured and freshman Will McBride was pressed into service. McBride completed one of eight passes for 13 yards, but carried the ball well at times and ran the offense. Tennessee is 4-5 and winless in the SEC.

Missouri had its losing streak, five games, earlier in the season. Since then the Tigers have won three straight and have scored 45 or more in each win. Missouri has one SEC win, which was a blowout of Florida last week. Missouri is 4-5 overall.

Tennessee averages 168 yards passing and 130 yards rushing. It is likely Guarantano will start this game, but McBride may see some action. As a team, Tennessee has 7 touchdown passes and seven interceptions. Tennessee is averaging 23.4 points per game and giving up 25.2. John Kelly leads the running game with 694 yards.


Missouri is averaging 314 yards passing and 169 rushing. The Tigers are averaging 36.6 points and giving up 33.6 per game. Drew Lock has passed for 2795 yards, 31 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. Three receivers have more than 560 yards each. Ish Witter has rushed for 504 yards, and Damarea Crocket has run for 481.

Recent Betting Trends:
Volunteers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.
Tigers are 5-0 ATS vs. a team with a losing record.
Over is 4-1 in Volunteers last 5 road games.
Over is 4-1 in Tigers last 5 games after accumulating more than 450 total yards in their previous game.
Free Betting Pick: Missouri Tigers -11
Missouri leads the all-time series 3-2. Tennessee won at Missouri last year, but the Volunteers have not won a road game this year. High flying offense of Missouri is just too much for a Vols team that can't score more than 25 points. Final Score Prediction, Missouri Tigers win and cover ATS 38-23.

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Rutgers at Penn State 11/11/17 - NCAA Football Picks & Predictions

by Thomas

Latest Odds : PSU -31 Total 52.5

The Penn State Nittany Lions lost their second straight game of the season after winning their first seven. Penn State is 7-2 on the season and 3rd in the Big Ten East. The Nittany Lions lost last week to the Spartans and a blew a lead the week before in Ohio State. Penn State is a huge favorite this week with Rutgers in town.

Penn State is 5-0 on their home field this season and have covered the spread in six games this season. The Nittany Lions beat Rutgers last season 39-0 and hope for a similar result this season. Penn State is 3-3 in Conference games this year.


The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are 4-5 on the season and 5th in the Big Ten East. Rutgers beat Maryland 31-24 last week at home and have a bigger match up this season. The Scarlet Knight are are 1-2 on the road and 3-3 in Conference games this season.

Rutgers has covered the spread in seven games this season and are getting a ton of points this week. The Scarlet Knights have covered the spread in four straight Conference games. Rutgers is led by QB Rescigno who threw for one touchdown and one interception last week.

Recent Betting Trends:
Scarlet Knights are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 conference games.
Nittany Lions are 12-2-2 ATS in their last 16 games on grass.
Under is 7-1 in Scarlet Knights last 8 games on grass.
Over is 4-1 in Nittany Lions last 5 vs. a team with a losing record.
Free Betting Pick: Penn State -31
Lay it and play it with Penn State. The Nittany Lions need a lot to happen to get back into the playoff hunt but they need to take care of themselves. After a tough back-to-back losses Penn State will make a statement at home this week. Penn State wins in blowout fashion, Final Score Prediction, Penn State Nittany Lions win and cover ATS 42-7.

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Michigan at Maryland 11/11/17 - NCAA Football Picks & Predictions

by Mike

Latest Odds : MICH -15.5 Total 46.5

The season has been disappointing for Jim Harbaugh's Michigan Wolverines (7-2, 4-2), who dropped out of the top 25 after being dismantled by No. 2 Penn State a couple weeks ago. Michigan, barring a miracle, will miss out on the Big Ten Championship Game and the FBS Playoff once again, despite having sky-high hopes.

Michigan has notched back-to-back easy wins against Rutgers and Minnesota. The Wolverines are gearing for their final games against No. 9 Wisconsin and No. 6 Ohio State. Despite already having a pair of losses, they could still make huge statements in those games.

The passing game has been virtually non-existent for Michigan, but as a team, the Wolverines have rushed for 1,918 yards with an average of 5.0 yards per carry. Junior running back Karan Higdon has 804 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. In the last four weeks, he's gone for more than 150 rushing yards three times.


Maryland (4-5, 2-4) is looking for two wins in its last three games to become bowl eligible. The season started with the Terrapins beating No. 23 Texas and putting 51 points on the board. Since, they've lost five games and have proven to feature one of the softest defenses in the nation (36.3 points allowed per game).

Junior receiver D.J. Moore has been great this season, with 59 receptions for 820 yards and eight touchdowns. Moore has tallied at least 75 receiving yards in seven games this season. He lit up Northwestern for 210 yards and two touchdowns.

Recent Betting Trends:
Wolverines are 19-8-1 ATS in their last 28 games after accumulating less than 170 yards passing in their previous game.
Terrapins are 3-10 ATS in their last 13 games after allowing more than 200 yards rushing in their previous game.
Under is 4-1-1 in Wolverines last 6 games following a ATS win.
Over is 6-1 in Terrapins last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.
Free Betting Pick: Maryland Terrapins +15.5
The injury to top 3 QB's for Maryland has made the Terps season very uneven and just can't see many more wins for Maryland. Lucky for us bettors that Maryland won't need to win to cash this underdog ticket. Michigan wins again this week but it's much closer than this large spread suggests. Final Score Prediction, Michigan Wolverines win but fall short ATS 26-17.

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Wake Forest at Syracuse 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Adam

Latest Odds : SYR -2 Total 61

As expected, Wake Forest (5-4, 2-3) hasn't had as easy a time in conference play as it did before hand. The Demon Deacons were 4-0 before four losses in five games. The last two week have been encouraging, however, as Wake Forest beat Louisville and fell in a barn-burner last week against No. 3 Notre Dame.

The Demon Deacons are just one win away from bowl eligibility. They'll have to get their clinching win against either Syracuse, NC State or Duke over the final stretch of the season.

Junior running back Matt Colburn ran for 120 yards on 20 carries against the Fighting Irish and found the end zone. That came a week after he went for 134 yards against the Cardinals. On the season, Colburn is up to 437 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He'll continue to get the ball more for the rest of the season and is a bright spot as the Demon Deacons look toward 2018.


Syracuse (4-5, 2-3) got a lot of attention after wins against Pittsburgh and No. 2 Clemson. The Orange followed up those two victories by losing against No. 8 Miami and Florida State. Syracuse came up just three points short against the Seminoles last week. On the game, the Orange had 120 more yards than their opponent.

Senior receiver Steve Ishmael had 12 catches for 143 yards and a touchdown last week. Ishmael has gone for more than 100 yards in six games this season. He has 986 yards and five touchdowns.

Recent Betting Trends:
Demon Deacons are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games on fieldturf.
Orange are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss.
Under is 5-2 in Demon Deacons last 7 road games.
Under is 11-1 in Orange last 12 games following a straight up loss.
Free Betting Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons +2
Think the wrong team is favored here as Wake Forest is just the better team. Demon Deacons defense is the big key and think it travels well on the road. Syracuse hasn't won since the upset over Clemson as Orange aren't going to sneak up on anybody. Final Score Prediction, Wake Forest Demon Deacons win and cover ATS 25-23.

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New Mexico at Texas A&M 11/11/17 - CFB Picks & Predictions

by Thomas

Latest Odds : TAM -18.5 Total 52

Let's just say these two fan bases aren't thrilled at the moment. New Mexico sputtered on offense again and fell to Utah State 24-10 on Saturday for their fourth consecutive loss. Texas A&M lost to an SEC West division rival at home for the seventh consecutive time, losing to Auburn 42-24 in a game that exposed the Aggies' weakness at quarterback.

The New Mexico Lobos have committed 11 turnovers in the last two games, which makes it difficult to score points - 23.4 ppg (107th in nation). The Lobos have tried three different quarterbacks this season and each has fared poorly. Lamar Jordan has completed 51 percent for 578 yards with three TDs and four interceptions, though he rushed for 85 yards against USU. Freshman Tevaka Tuioti mustered 54 yards on 15 attempts vs. USU. Tyrone Owens leads the Lobos' top-20 rushing game with 521 yards and three TDs. Jay Griffin IV has three receiving TDs and 268 yards.


Nick Starkel will be the quarterback du jour vs. New Mexico, according to Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin. The redshirt freshman has completed 50 percent for 379 yards with three TDs and one interception this season. Trayveon Williams has 572 yards and five touchdowns on the ground this season while Keith Ford has added 413 yards and nine TDs. Christian Kirk has caught 42 balls for 455 yards and five TDs to lead the receiving corps. Texas A&M averages 29.6 ppg (57th) and allows 29.0 ppg (83rd).

Recent Betting Trends:
Lobos are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games after scoring less than 20 points in their previous game.
Aggies are 5-12-1 ATS in their last 18 games overall.
Under is 5-1 in Lobos last 6 games on grass.
Under is 7-3 in Aggies last 10 games in November.
Free Betting Pick: Texas A&M Aggies -18.5
For third straight season the second half struggles have hit Texas A&M but lucky the Aggies are out of the SEC this week. Aggies take out the frustrations and Texas A&M ends losing streak with easy home win. Final Score Prediction, Texas A&M Aggies win and cover ATS 43-20.

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Southern Miss at Rice 11/11/17 - College Football Picks & Predictions

by Mike

Latest Odds : USM -10.5 Total 48.5

Southern Miss looked game against gimpy Tennessee on Saturday before falling 24-10 and looks forward to returning to Conference USA where the Golden Eagles remain in contention for the West Division title, trailing North Texas by one game in the loss column. The Rice Owls are anxious for the offseason once again. The Owls have lost seven straight, being embarrassed most recently 52-21 by UAB, which didn't even have a football team at this time last year.

Southern Miss splits the quarterbacking load between Keon Howard and Kwadra Griggs. Howard has completed 57 percent for 1,199 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. Griggs has completed 53 percent for 1,071 yards with eight TDs and two interceptions. Ito Smith is a strong runner - 5.3 yards per carry, 868 yards and seven TDs. Korey Robertson leads the receivers with 51 receptions for 702 yards and seven TDs. Southern Miss scores 25.4 ppg (89th in nation) and allows 21.6 ppg (36th).


Rice is good at neither offense (14 ppg - 128th) nor defense (36.9 ppg - 116th). The Owls have run a collection of quarterbacks onto the field this season and each has suffered the same miserable results. Jackson Tyner has completed 47 percent for 598 yards with two TDs and five INTs. Combined the Rice passers have six TDs and 14 interceptions. Austin Walter is the leading rusher with 286 yards and two of Rice's 11 rushing TDs. Aaron Cephus has 500 yards receiving and five TDs.

Recent Betting Trends:
Golden Eagles are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games after allowing less than 100 yards rushing in their previous game.
Owls are 4-10-1 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
Under is 4-0 in Golden Eagles last 4 vs. a team with a losing record.
Over is 6-2 in Owls last 8 vs. a team with a winning record.
Free Betting Pick: Southern Miss Eagles -10.5
This Eagles team is heads and shoulders better than Rice and don't see this being close after half time. Southern Miss dominates with 30 plus outburst on offense and give Rice no chance. Rice is just 2-6 ATS and don't see that trend ending here. Final Score Prediction, Southern Miss Golden Eagles win and cover ATS 33-17.