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JOHN RYAN

4% Big Ten Upset Alert
Game:(135) Ohio State at (136) Penn State
Date/Time: Oct 31 2020 7:30 PM EDT
Betting Line Provider: Consensus Line
Play Rating: 4%
Play: Penn State +12.5 (-110)

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Dave Cokin:

183 UAB -11.5
169 Temple +5

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Mike Tierney
TOP DOG
YESTERDAY 3:25 PM

MICHIGAN ST. +25
MICHIGAN ST. @ MICHIGAN | 10/31 | 12:00 PM EDT
A rivalry matchup with a spread of two dozen-plus points? Call this the Overreaction Bowl from the Big Ten’s first weekend. Michigan went turnover-free in a 49-24 win over Minnesota, and how often does that happen? Even more rare is Michigan State’s turnover total - seven - in a 38-27 setback against Rutgers. Both teams should revert to the means. After allowing a game-opening TD drive, the Spartans yielded just 201 more yards as their new 4-2-5 defense under new coach Mel Tucker settled in. The Wolverines won’t run roughshod over it. Michigan State covered in 10 of 11 meetings before last year's blowout.

4-0 IN LAST 4 CFB ATS PICKS | +400
10-3 IN LAST 13 MICH ATS PICKS | +668

7-2 IN LAST 9 MICHST ATS PICKS | +480

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North Texas at UTEP has been postponed

Wisconsin's game vs. Nebraska on Saturday will not be played or rescheduled

Fla-Int'l - Marshall - Postponed

LA Tech - UAB - Postponed

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Stephen Oh

Penn State +12

Arguably no Big Ten team has played the Buckeyes better recently than Penn State. Just 16 points have decided the last four meetings, and the last three matchups at Beaver Stadium have been tight, with no game being decided by more than seven points. The Nittany Lions' narrow loss at Indiana last week inflated this number a bit, but I still believe these are the two best teams in the Big Ten. My model says Penn State covers almost 60 percent of the time, so you're getting value at this number.

7-5 IN LAST 12 CFB ATS PICKS | +145
15-3 IN LAST 18 OHIOST ATS PICKS | +1170

10-4 IN LAST 14 PSU ATS PICKS | +552

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Barrett Sallee

Ohio State-12
Penn State lost leading rusher Journey Brown last week and his successor Noah Cain this week. The Nittany Lions are going to have to rely heavily on quarterback Sean Clifford through the air and on the ground. That isn’t going to work against Justin Fields and the dynamic Ohio State offense. This might be a shootout, because Ohio State’s linebackers didn’t look great last week vs. Nebraska, but that’ll change this week against a Penn State team that lacks a true identity.

9-3 IN LAST 12 CFB PICKS | +575
3-0 IN LAST 3 OHIOST ATS PICKS | +300

4-1 IN LAST 5 PSU ATS PICKS | +289

UNDER 64.5
LSU @ AUBURN | 10/31 | 3:30 PM EDT4:12 PM
The last thing that Auburn needs is for LSU and its explosive offense to have a ton of possessions. Running back Tank Bigsby is a great way to ensure that doesn’t happen. LSU will start Myles Brennan coming off of injury or freshman T.J. Finley at quarterback. Either way, coach Ed Orgeron will want to take away some pressure on the road and will rely on his running game. This won’t be the shootout that some are expecting.

9-3 IN LAST 12 CFB PICKS | +575
4-1-1 IN LAST 6 AUBURN O/U PICKS | +290

UCF -2.5
UCF @ HOU | 10/31 | 2:00 PM EDT4:11 PM
The Cougars got lit up like a Christmas tree two games ago when they faced BYU, and I guarantee you that Knights coach Josh Heupel has examined that in great detail. Why? Because his quarterback, Dillon Gabriel, is one of the most dynamic players in the country. Houston won’t be able to keep pace in what will be a track meet — AAC style.

9-3 IN LAST 12 CFB PICKS | +575
3-1 IN LAST 4 UCF ATS PICKS | +190

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Mike Tierney

Nebraska +3.5

Danny Vanden Boom began preseason practice as the Badgers’ fourth-string QB. One week into the season, he appears the likely starter. Graham Mertz, outstanding in Wisconsin’s opener, and immediate backup Chase Wolf reportedly have tested positive for the coronavirus. Jack Coan (foot), projected as the original starter, is recuperating. Vanden Boom last played in 2018 and threw a single pass. He benefits from Nebraska’s starting CBs suspended, yet only for a half. The Cornhuskers were hammered in their opener but by probable playoff invitee Ohio State.

4-0 IN LAST 4 CFB ATS PICKS | +400
8-4 IN LAST 12 WISC ATS PICKS | +358

3-0-1 IN LAST 4 NEB ATS PICKS | +300

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Kyle Marley

UFC Fight Night: Hall vs. Silva

Odds from William Hill

Uriah Hall (-220) vs. Anderson Silva (+190): Hall by TKO

Silva in his prime was one of the best, if not the best fighter of all time. He felt untouchable back in his day and he will go down as one of the GOATs regardless of the outcome Saturday. Now, he is 45 and his only win since 2012 was a close decision that could have went the other way. This is his easiest matchup since but it is too late. Hall should be the faster, more powerful striker and this fight should stay standing. I think Silva would have smoked Hall if both were in their primes but, alas, this isn't the case.

Bryce Mitchell (-150) vs. Andre Fili (+130): Mitchell by submission

Mitchell has quickly turned into my second-favorite grappler in the UFC behind Charles Oliveira. Two fights ago, Mitchell pulled off the second-ever Twister submission in the UFC. In his last fight, he mopped the floor with his opponent for the entire 15 minutes and all his opponent landed were five significant strikes. I am picking Mitchell to beat most of the division on the ground, but Fili is a tough test there. He also has the edge in the striking as well as experience. Mitchell is going to need to get this fight to the mat to win and, although he might face a little more resistance than in his last fight, look for him to do so.

Kevin Holland (-150) vs. Makhmud Muradov (+130): Muradov by decision

I give the edge on the ground to Holland which is why I think he is favored. On the feet, this is closer to 50-50 and I might even give a small edge to Muradov. Holland does not go for takedowns as much as he should, and he might be satisfied with striking for 15 minutes. If that is the case, there is no way I would lay the juice on Holland. Holland is too inactive and doesn't have the sharpest fight IQ, so this is a fight that I can see being 29-28 either way and I would rather get plus money if it's basically a toss-up.

Greg Hardy (-320) vs. Maurice Greene (+260): Green by submission

Hardy should have the edge in the striking and maybe it's enough to favor him more than 75 percent of the time like the price indicates. However, Greene has the edge on the ground and, if he can get it there, he is live for a submission upset. Taking that into account, it's hard to line Hardy as a 3-1 favorite. Greene can keep this fight close on the feet as well, so I wouldn't count him out there, he just has a real edge on the mat. My pick here is being swayed by the odds, which suggest value on the underdog.

Bobby Green (-280) vs. Thiago Moises (+240): Green by decision

Both guys can hang in either area, but Green has the edge on the feet and Moises has the edge on the ground. Moises isn't a great wrestler though so it's hard to count on this fight hitting the mat, and Green does have a big enough edge to favor him in this matchup. This betting line does look a bit too wide and it almost swayed me into picking Moises here. I'd still say dog or pass but the pick is Green.

Alexander Hernandez (-350) vs. Chris Gruetzemacher (+290): Hernandez by decision

Gruetzemacher looked great in his last fight, while Hernandez was stopped. Their opponents had a lot to do with those outcomes and I was hoping to get a decent number on Hernandez because of the recency bias. But oddsmakers weren't fooled and I agree with Hernandez being a big favorite because I think he is better everywhere in this matchup.

Adrian Yanez (-350) vs. Victor Rodriguez (+290): Yanez by TKO

Yanez's hands are legit and he's clearly the better striker. Rodriguez is going to need to use his wrestling and that is his path to victory. He is taking this UFC debut fight on short notice, so he might not have the gas tank for as much wrestling as he would need to win a decision. Yanez has looked like the real deal and I think he gets a knockout before Round 3.

Sean Strickland (-320) vs. Jack Marshman (+260): Strickland via submission

Strickland is one of my most confident picks on the card. I think he has a decent edge anywhere this fight goes. Marshman is purely a striker and he is the bigger guy, with this being Strickland's first fight at 185 pounds. However, aside from a knockout, I don't see how Marshman wins and Strickland should have a huge edge on the mat.

Jason Witt (-140) vs. Cole Williams (+120): Witt by decision

This is a low-level fight and the loser probably won't get another shot in the UFC. This should be a striker versus wrestler matchup with Witt having the wrestling edge. Williams has been fighting basically one time a year and he is now 36 years old. I am siding with the wrestler because I think he is the all-around better fighter who is more active and invested in the sport.

Dustin Jacoby (-320) vs. Justin Ledet (+260): Jacoby by decision

This should be a striking match for as long as it lasts. Either guy could look for a takedown if they are in trouble or they are losing the striking battle. But overall, both guys prefer to strike. Jacoby is a kickboxer and Ledet is a boxer. Either guy could get knocked out, but Jacoby should have more tools in his toolbox and I would favor him to win in a decision as well.

Cortney Casey (-240) vs. Priscila Cachoeira (+200): Casey by decision

This should be a fight that mainly stays standing. Casey should have the volume and speed edge and she is the more technical striker as well. Cachoeira has the power edge though and she will probably be the one landing the harder shots. Either could land takedowns but striking is what they are best at. I am going to side with Casey to win 2 or 3 rounds.

Miles Johns (-175) vs. Kevin Nativdad (+155): Johns by decision

Johns' best attribute is his wrestling, but he seems to be a wrestler who has fallen in love with his striking. He does have power but that is really the best part of his striking. Natividad looks to be the more technical striker and he might generate the higher volume as well. This fight is close on the feet, but the wrestling edge is why Johns is the favorite and he is the pick.

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Barrett Sallee

Best Bets

OHIO ST. -12
OHIO ST. @ PENN ST. | 10/31 | 7:30 PM EDT

Penn State lost leading rusher Journey Brown last week and his successor Noah Cain this week. The Nittany Lions are going to have to rely heavily on quarterback Sean Clifford through the air and on the ground. That isn't going to work against Justin Fields and the dynamic Ohio State offense. This might be a shootout, because Ohio State's linebackers didn't look great last week vs. Nebraska, but that'll change this week against a Penn State team that lacks a true identity.

UNDER 64.5
LSU @ AUBURN | 10/31 | 3:30 PM EDT

The last thing that Auburn needs is for LSU and its explosive offense to have a ton of possessions. Running back Tank Bigsby is a great way to ensure that doesn't happen. LSU will start Myles Brennan coming off of injury or freshman T.J. Finley at quarterback. Either way, coach Ed Orgeron will want to take away some pressure on the road and will rely on his running game. This won't be the shootout that some are expecting.

UCF -2.5
UCF @ HOUSTON | 10/31 | 2:00 PM EDT

The Cougars got lit up like a Christmas tree two games ago when they faced BYU, and I guarantee you that Knights coach Josh Heupel has examined that in great detail. Why? Because his quarterback, Dillon Gabriel, is one of the most dynamic players in the country. Houston won't be able to keep pace in what will be a track meet — AAC style.

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WUNDERDOG CFB PICK:

Game: Purdue Boilermakers (139) @ Illinois Fighting Illini (140)
Time: Saturday 10/31 12:00 PM Eastern
Pick: Purdue -7 (-105) at Bovada
Tools: Public Consensus | View Matchups | Bet this game at BetUS

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MidAmerican Sports (Raiderman)
CFB
Kansas State +4 (Best Bet)
Texas Tech +15
Auburn +3
Missouri +13
Arkansas +13
Oklahoma State -3

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Doc Sports college

6 cinn-6.5
4 n.carolina-7
3 under-67.5-v.tech
3 unlv+14
3 troy+3
3 over-63.5-alabama

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Kevin Davis (VegasInsider)
CFB
Arkansas +360 (Moneyline)
Arkansas +13.5
Cincinnati -6.5
LSU/Auburn Over 63.5
Oklahoma Over 41.5 (Team Total)

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Virtual Locks

Joey Galloway 7-3 ytd
UCF -3
North Carolina -7

Jesse Palmer 5-4-1 ytd
Bearcats -6.5
K State +4.5