Sunday Trends and Indexes 10/28

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Trends and Indexes
Sunday, October 28

Good Luck on day #301 of 2007!

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National Football League - Dunkel Index

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Dunkel Index

Oakland at Tennessee
The Titans had to play last week without Vince Young at QB, but found that Kerry Collins could move the offense well enough to put 38 points on the board against Houston. Young should be back this week and will look to improve in the red zone where Tennessee was just 2-for-9 and had to settle for eight Rod Bironas FGs. Those struggles pale in comparison, though, to what Oakland has been going through lately. The Raiders have managed only 98 yards rushing over the last two games after averaging 194.3 through the first four weeks. That has put the pressure on QB Daunte Culpepper to step up and the veteran has failed to deliver in back-to-back losses to San Diego and Kansas City. Coach Lane Kiffin is staying mum as to whether Culpepper or Josh McCown will start this week. But either should have a difficult time against a Titan defense that is allowing a league-low 59.7 rushing yards per game and ranks sixth in total defense (290.0 ypg). Tennessee looks like a good pick to cover (-7) according to Dunkel, which has the Titans favored by 18 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Tennessee (-7). Here are all of this week's picks.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28

Game 203-204: Cleveland at St. Louis
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland 120.927; St. Louis 122.118
Dunkel Line: St. Louis by 1; 48
Vegas Line: Cleveland by 3; 44 1/2
Dunkel Pick: St. Louis (+3); Over

Game 205-206: Detroit at Chicago
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 126.756; Chicago 129.245
Dunkel Line: Chicago by 2 1/2; 47
Vegas Line: Chicago by 5 1/2; 44 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (+5 1/2); Over

Game 207-208: Indianapolis at Carolina
Dunkel Ratings: Indianapolis 146.313; Carolina 131.340
Dunkel Line: Indianapolis by 15; 41
Vegas Line: Indianapolis by 6 1/2; 44
Dunkel Pick: Indianapolis (-6 1/2); Under

Game 209-210: NY Giants vs. Miami
Dunkel Ratings: NY Giants 134.645; Miami 119.979
Dunkel Line: NY Giants by 15; 51
Vegas Line: NY Giants by 9 1/2; 48
Dunkel Pick: NY Giants (-9 1/2); Over

Game 211-212: Oakland at Tennessee
Dunkel Ratings: Oakland 119.341; Tennessee 137.909
Dunkel Line: Tennessee by 18 1/2; 46
Vegas Line: Tennessee by 7; 40
Dunkel Pick: Tennessee (-7); Over

Game 213-214: Philadelphia at Minnesota
Dunkel Ratings: Philadelphia 128.158; Minnesota 131.035
Dunkel Line: Minnesota by 3; 40
Vegas Line: Philadelphia by 1; 37 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (+1); Over

Game 215-216: Pittsburgh at Cincinnati
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh 135.149; Cincinnati 132.454
Dunkel Line: Pittsburgh by 3; 45
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 4; 48
Dunkel Pick: Cincinnati (+4); Under

Game 217-218: Buffalo at NY Jets
Dunkel Ratings: Buffalo 128.347; NY Jets 125.921
Dunkel Line: Buffalo by 2 1/2; 42
Vegas Line: NY Jets by 3; 37
Dunkel Pick: Buffalo (+3); Over

Game 219-220: Houston at San Diego
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 127.403; San Diego 135.761
Dunkel Line: San Diego by 8; 50
Vegas Line: San Diego by 10; 45
Dunkel Pick: Houston (+10); Over

Game 221-222: Jacksonville at Tampa Bay
Dunkel Ratings: Jacksonville 134.182; Tampa Bay 132.097
Dunkel Line: Jacksonville by 2; 36
Vegas Line: Tampa Bay by 3 1/2; 32
Dunkel Pick: Jacksonville (+3 1/2); Over

Game 223-224: New Orleans at San Francisco
Dunkel Ratings: New Orleans 121.712; San Francisco 124.354
Dunkel Line: San Francisco by 2 1/2; 37
Vegas Line: New Orleans by 3; 40 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Francisco (+3); Under

Game 225-226: Washington at New England
Dunkel Ratings: Washington 129.795; New England 151.715
Dunkel Line: New England by 22; 46
Vegas Line: New England by 16; 48
Dunkel Pick: New England (-16); Under


MONDAY, OCTOBER 29

Game 229-230: Green Bay at Denver
Dunkel Ratings: Green Bay 131.769; Denver 128.577
Dunkel Line: Green Bay by 3; 46
Vegas Line: Denver by 3; 41
Dunkel Pick: Green Bay (+3); Over

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National Football League – Long Sheet

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Long Sheet


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CLEVELAND (3 - 3) at ST LOUIS (0 - 7) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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DETROIT (4 - 2) at CHICAGO (3 - 4) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) as a road underdog of 3.5 to 7 points over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 3-2 against the spread versus DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 4-1 straight up against DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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INDIANAPOLIS (6 - 0) at CAROLINA (4 - 2) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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NY GIANTS (5 - 2) vs. MIAMI (0 - 7) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NY GIANTS are 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in October games over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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OAKLAND (2 - 4) at TENNESSEE (4 - 2) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 13-25 ATS (-14.5 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 9-20 ATS (-13.0 Units) against conference opponents over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 13-25 ATS (-14.5 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
TENNESSEE is 30-16 ATS (+12.4 Units) off a win against a division rival since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
OAKLAND is 1-0 against the spread versus TENNESSEE over the last 3 seasons
OAKLAND is 1-0 straight up against TENNESSEE over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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PHILADELPHIA (2 - 4) at MINNESOTA (2 - 4) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 114-81 ATS (+24.9 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
PHILADELPHIA is 25-12 ATS (+11.8 Units) against NFC North division opponents since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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PITTSBURGH (4 - 2) at CINCINNATI (2 - 4) - 10/28/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 37-20 ATS (+15.0 Units) in October games since 1992.
PITTSBURGH is 41-24 ATS (+14.6 Units) in weeks 5 through 9 since 1992.
CINCINNATI is 45-67 ATS (-28.7 Units) versus division opponents since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 3-2 against the spread versus CINCINNATI over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 3-2 straight up against CINCINNATI over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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BUFFALO (2 - 4) at NY JETS (1 - 6) - 10/28/2007, 4:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 3-2 against the spread versus NY JETS over the last 3 seasons
BUFFALO is 3-2 straight up against NY JETS over the last 3 seasons
4 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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HOUSTON (3 - 4) at SAN DIEGO (3 - 3) - 10/28/2007, 4:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
HOUSTON is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) in road games after 2 or more consecutive losses since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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JACKSONVILLE (4 - 2) at TAMPA BAY (4 - 3) - 10/28/2007, 4:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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NEW ORLEANS (2 - 4) at SAN FRANCISCO (2 - 4) - 10/28/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ORLEANS is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ORLEANS is 1-0 against the spread versus SAN FRANCISCO over the last 3 seasons
NEW ORLEANS is 1-0 straight up against SAN FRANCISCO over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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WASHINGTON (4 - 2) at NEW ENGLAND (7 - 0) - 10/28/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 20-36 ATS (-19.6 Units) in all games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all games this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 58-38 ATS (+16.2 Units) after 2 or more consecutive wins since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 72-49 ATS (+18.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in all lined games this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) as a favorite this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) off a division game over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ENGLAND is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) in games played on turf over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ENGLAND is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) in October games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

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GREEN BAY (5 - 1) at DENVER (3 - 3) - 10/29/2007, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 35-18 ATS (+15.2 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.
GREEN BAY is 40-23 ATS (+14.7 Units) in road games in games played on a grass field since 1992.
DENVER is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) as a favorite over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
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National Football League - Short Sheet

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Short Sheet


Sunday, October 28th

Week 8 Byes: Arizona, Atlanta, Baltimore, Dallas, Kansas City, Seattle

Cleveland at St. Louis, 1:00 ET
Cleveland: 6-0 ATS after allowing 30+ points
St. Louis: 2-8 ATS off a road loss by 14+ points

Detroit at Chicago, 1:00 ET
Detroit: 1-8 ATS as a road underdog of 7 points or less
Chicago: 11-2 Over as a home favorite

Indianapolis at Carolina, 1:00 ET
Indianapolis: 5-1 ATS vs. NFC South opponents
Carolina: 6-1 Over off BB road wins

NY Giants vs. Miami, 1:00 ET in London, England
NY Giants: 7-0 ATS in October
Miami: 1-11 ATS in the first half of the season

Oakland at Tennessee, 1:00 ET
Oakland: 7-17 ATS off an ATS loss
Tennessee: 30-16 ATS off a division win

Philadelphia at Minnesota, 1:00 ET
Philadelphia: 25-12 ATS vs. NFC North opponents
Minnesota: 23-9 Under off BB road games

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1:00 ET
Pittsburgh: 7-2 Under playing on artificial turf
Cincinnati: 1-7 ATS after losing 2 of their last 3 games

Buffalo at NY Jets, 4:05 ET
Buffalo: 20-7 Over off 3+ ATS wins
NY Jets: 1-5 ATS off 3+ losses

Houston at San Diego, 4:05 ET
Houston: 1-6 ATS off a loss as a favorite
San Diego: 7-1 ATS vs. AFC South opponents

Jacksonville at Tampa Bay, 4:05 ET
Jacksonville: 4-1 Under vs. NFC South opponents
Tampa Bay: 1-7 ATS after winning 4 or 5 of their last 6 games

New Orleans at San Francisco, 4:15 ET
New Orleans: 2-9 ATS as a favorite
San Francisco: 7-3 Over in October

Washington at New England, 4:15 ET
Washington: 8-1 Under away off a home game
New England: 7-0 ATS as a favorite


Monday, October 29th

Green Bay at Denver, 8:30 ET ESPN
Green Bay: 51-30 Over after having 75 or less rushing yards
Denver: 4-12 ATS vs. NFC North opponents

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National Football League – Write up

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Write-up


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Browns (3-3) @ Rams (0-7) —St Louis is having the worst-case scenario season, with five losses by 14+ points, no home field edge, a horrible offensive line; one of their guards got arrested on his day off for hitting his wife. Great. Trap game for Browns,
0-2 on road (26-24 at Oakland, 34-17 at Foxboro) but with win here, slip into playoff contention. If you exclude Rams’ 34-31 home loss to Arizona, they’ve scored one TD on their last 58 drives- one writer called their OL worst in modern NFL history. Browns had last week off—this is their first game of year on artificial turf. Six of last seven Ram games stayed under total, but five of six Cleveland games went over.

Lions (4-2) @ Bears (3-4) —Detroit lost five of last six visits to Soldier Field, dropping last two, 34-7/38-6; their 37-27 home win vs Chicago four weeks ago (Lions scored 34 points in wild fourth quarter - Bears led 7-3 at half), was their first in last five series games. Griese led Chicago on 97-yard drive for their upset win in Philly, keeping their season alive, but Bears allowed 34 points in losing each of last two home games. In first meeting, Bears had 14 penalties for 102 yards, averaged just 2.8 yards per pass. Detroit has allowed 21-56-34 points in its three road games; they are 1-2 with less than three takeaways, with their two losses by 56-21/34-3 scores- they allowed 11.9/8.6 yards/pass attempt in those games.

Colts (6-0) @ Panthers (4-2) —Indy traveling again off physical Monday night division game, have Patriots on deck, but Carolina stuck between Carr/Testaverde under center, and Panthers are 0-2 at home (34-21 vs Texans, 20-7 vs Bucs) as home side is 0-6 in their ’07 games. Colts have four wins by 18+ points; they’re road wins are 22-20 (Titans), 30-24 (Texans), 29-7 (Jags). Carolina is coming off its bye; they’ve won three of last four games, have five INTs in last two games, after having zero in first four. Colts scored 29+ points in five of six games- only Texans held them to 22. Colts scored double figures in 11 of 12 halves this season, with second half at Tennessee (six) only time they didn’t. Last three Panther tilts stayed under.

Giants (5-2) vs Dolphins (0-7) (@ London) —Red-hot Giants cross pond to face a woeful Dolphin outfit whose best offensive player (RB Brown) is out for year (knee). Winless Fish have backup QB Lemon under center, trying to score enough points to offset porous defense that allowed 90 points in last two games, 31+ in five of last six. Giants won, covered last five games, with last four wins by 11+ points; they’ve given up just three TD’s on foes’ last 46 drives. Miami allowed 11 TD’s on opponents’ last 20 drives, with Browns lighting them up for 41 points. Not sure if distractions of travel will neutralize huge edge Giants have in almost every area of this game. 90,000 expected for night game at Wembley Stadium.

Raiders (2-4) @ Titans (4-2) — Young expected back under center for Titans, who blew 32-7 lead in Houston last week, only to rally for winning FG at gun behind backup QB (and former Raider) Collins, as PK Bironas set NFL record with eight FGs. Home side won four of last five series games, with Raiders 1-3 in this state; average total in last five series games, 64.2. Oakland scored just 24 points (two TD’s on 22 drives) in losing both games since its bye; they’re 2-1 as road dog, winning at Miami, losing at Denver (23-20OT), San Diego (28-14). Tennessee split its two home games, losing to Colts (22-20), beating Falcons (20-13)- their wins this year are by 7-17-3-2 points. Under is 4-1-1 in Titan games.

Eagles (2-4) @ Vikings (2-4) — If you take away 56-21 win vs the Lions, Philly has scored three TD’s on 50 drives this year (they had eight TD’s on 13 drives vs Lions). Eagle defense allowed the game-winning 97-yard TD drive in last 2:00 to Griese’s Bears last week, so now their season hangs in peril, with Cowboys, Skins on deck in next two weeks. Minnesota coach Childress was once OC for Eagles, so he knows McNabb well; problem is, his own QB isn’t NFL-ready (6-19 passing last week); Vikings are 0-4 if they score less than 24 points—Philly’s last three opponents scored 16-9-19 points. Five of six Philly games stayed under total this season. This is Eagles’ first visit here in a decade.

Steelers (4-2) @ Bengals (2-4) —Home side lost last six series games, with Steelers 11-4 in last 15, 8-1 in last nine here, winning last six in Queen City, by 27-7-5-14-14-6OT points). Bengals snapped four-game skid last week, rallying from 20-10 halftime deficit; they’re 0-3 when they score less than 27 points. Steelers lost last two road games; all four of their wins this season are by 21+ points. Last week, Denver (7.5) was first team to average more than 5.5 yds/pass attempt vs Steelers in ’07. Bengal defense has given up 33.4 pg in last five games; they’re 0-4 with negative turnover ratio, 2-0 with positive one. In last three games, Steelers scored 7-7-7 in first half; in first three games, they had 17-12-14 points at the half.

Bills (2-4) @ Jets (1-6) —Buffalo (+3.5) won first meeting 17-14 four weeks ago, in game that was 0-0 at half, a game that sent Jets spinning on current four-game skid; this series split in seven of last eight years- Bills lost four of last five visits here, and are 0-2 on road in ’07, losing 26-3 at Pittsburgh (+9.5), 38-7 at Foxboro (+16), much tougher foes than they face here. Jets are 1-3 in the Swamp; their only win was 31-28 win vs 0-7 Miami (led 31-13 late in game)- they trailed at half only once during current skid, twice leading by 10. Only once in seven games have Jets outscored its opponent in second half (outscored 94-41 in second half of last five games). Jet run defense allowed 188-151-177 yards in last three weeks.

Texans (3-4) @ Chargers (3-3) —Unsure of site of this game, due to wildfires in San Diego area; would guess it will be Arizona, like last time fires forced Bolts out of town. Ton of distractions for Charger staff, players and coaches, as real life intrudes. Houston rallied from 32-7 deficit to take lead in last minute last week, but couldn’t prevent Titans from driving field for eighth FG of day, the game-winner. Texans lost field position battle by whopping 24-yard average last week; Titans started seven drives in Texan territory, kicking five FGs on those drives. Not sure if Rosenfels or Schaub will QB Texans; both seem capable. Houston is now -9 in turnovers their last five games. Way too many variables to pick this game.

Jaguars (4-2) @ Buccaneers (4-3) —Garrard is out (ankle), Quinn Gray is QB, and backup needs to be signed, as WR Jones (played QB at Arkansas) was #3 QB Monday. Jags are also traveling on short week, albeit fairly short trip to Tampa, where Bucs are 3-0 this season, winning by 31-14/24-3/13-10 scores. Tampa allowed just three TD’s on 30 drives at home this year. Jags are 2-0 on road, winning at Denver, Kansas City, two tough places to play, but that was with Garrard under center. Home side won all three series games, with Bucs winning 17-16 in only game here, back in ’95). Four of last five Tampa games stayed under the total.

Saints (2-4) @ 49ers (2-4) —Niners are go-against team as long as Dilfer is QB; they’ve lost last four games, scoring 10.3 pg (four TD’s on 46 drives), they’re -6 in turnovers last 3 weeks. Saints scored 25 pg in winning last two weeks, after 0-4 start; they’re 1-2 on road, losing only grass game 31-14 at Tampa. 49ers lost last two home games (23-3 vs Seattle, 9-7 vs. Ravens) scoring one TD on last 25 home drives. Saints scored 33 pg in winning last three series games, but all three were in Big Easy; they lost nine of last 11 visits to this site, but that was back when teams were division rivals, and Niners were much stronger team. Saints’ pass defense improved in last two games.

Redskins (4-2) @ Patriots (7-0) —Pats won, covered first seven games, scoring 34+ points in all seven; they’ve won home games 38-14/38-7/34-17 but Colts are on deck, while Skins are capable foe getting ridiculously high spread. Skins’ only losses are 24-17 at home to Giants (they led 17-3 at half), 17-14 at Lambeau (led
14-7 at half)—they’ve held every foe but Giants under 20 points. Arizona is only team that has averaged more than 5.4 yards per pass attempt against them. Patriots are a machine right now, with 32 TD’s on 68 drives, with 13 FGs tried and only 15 3/outs. Over is 6-1 in their games; under is 4-2 in Washington’s games. Very difficult to go against Brady, approaching best-ever tier of QB’s.

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Packers (5-1) @ Broncos (3-3) —Second straight night home game for Denver, but Rockies could be playing Game 5 of World Series two miles away at same time, which should distract locals. Broncos have allowed 23-38-41-28 points in last four games and three of those were at home- they’ve allowed 13 TD’s on foes’ last 28 drives. Pack’s only loss was 27-20 home night game vs Bears, game they led 17-7 at half. AFC teams are only up 14-12 vs NFC after seven weeks, closer than recent years. Team that won battle for field position has won every Packer game. Last five Denver games went over total, as did four of last five Green Bay tilts. Broncos have three wins, by 1-3-3 points.

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National Football League - Tips & Trends

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Sunday, October 28

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Indianapolis Colts at Carolina Panthers (CBS | 1 PM ET)

This is a very difficult situational setting for Indianapolis having to play a dangerous and “rested” Carolina team coming of their bye week while the Colts have one less day to prepare for this contest after playing at Jacksonville on Monday night. The Coltss also have New England on deck, so this could be a look-ahead spot for them. EDGE: PANTHERS
Some might argue the Colts come into this contest right where they want to be, as the Patriots have stolen much of the spotlight. Nevertheless, the Colts still possess the leagues No. 3 offense in the NFL averaging 399 yards per game, and their defense has been equally impressive ranked fifth in the league. Indianapolis is also getting healthier as RB Joseph Addai (chest), WR Marvin Harrison (knee), SS Bob Sanders (ribs) and LB Freddie Keiaho (concussion) are all returning to full strength. EDGE: COLTS
Team insiders are still uncertain who will be under center for Carolina. Starting QB Jake Delhomme is out for the season and his backup David Carr had a back injury that sidelined him the last game. So it's possible that 44-year-old Vinny Testaverde could play in his second game this season. The loss of Delhomme has resulted in the offense struggling over the past three weeks, averaging just 15 points per game. EDGE: COLTS
Carolina remains one of the best betting propositions as an underdog, coming into this contest on a 20-5-2 ATS run in that situation.
The Colts are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games following a SU win.
The Colts are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games as a road favorite.
The Panthers are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 home games.
The Panthers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
The UNDER is 5-2 in Indy's last 7 games following a win more than 14 points.


Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears (FOX | 1 PM ET)

League insiders believe that this may be one of the most important games this week. Green Bay is 5-1 and in first place, but the Lions sit at 4-2 and the improving Bears at 3-4 are certainly within striking distance. A victory for Chicago could put the team in excellent position to make a run for the playoffs following the bye week. SLIGHT EDGE: BEARS
This is an off-surface for the Lions, who play on turf in their home stadium. So far this season they have not done well when hitting the road playing on grass. Over the past two seasons, Detroit has lost both games played at Chicago by a combined score of 72-13. In their last two away contests (both on grass) this season, they have lost to the Eagles and Redskins by a combined score of 90-24 and were out-gained by a total of 326 yards in those contests. BIG EDGE: BEARS
Chicago is also looking to avenge a 37-27 loss at Detroit earlier this season. The Bears were embarrassed in that contest as they were leading 13-3 in the fourth quarter until Detroit scored an NFL-record 34 points in the fourth quarter. SLIGHT EDGE: BEARS
The Detroit defense is a mess, giving up 385 yards per game, which is third-worst in the NFL. That could prove to be bad news against this Chicago offense that is averaging an impressive 26 points per game since QB Brian Griese took over as the starter. EDGE: BEARS
The Lions are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against a losing team.
The Lions are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 road games.
The Bears are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games against the NFC.
The Bears are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games as a home favorite.
The underdog is 6-1 ATS in the last 7 meetings.


Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals (CBS | 1 PM ET)

League insiders were a bit surprised about last Sunday night’s loss against an under-performing Denver team, considering how impressive Pittsburgh's overall numbers have been. They come into this contest ranked sixth in total offense and second in rushing with 159 yards on the ground per game. Their defensive numbers are equally impressive, ranking No. 1 in the NFL and allowing a meager 250 yards per game while outscoring opponents by a 26-13 average. EDGE: STEELERS
Cincinnati comes into this contest with one of the worst defensive teams in the NFL, allowing 31 points and 384 yards per game, which ranks 29th in the league. Even more concerning for the defense is that the Steelers have a very balanced offense that excels at running the football led by RB Willie Parker. EDGE: STEELERS
The Steelers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss.
The Steelers are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games overall.
The Bengals are 3-8-1 in their last 12 games against a winning team.
The Bengals are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games as a home underdog.
The underdog is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.


New York Giants vs. Miami Dolphins at London, England (FOX | 1 PM ET)

This is yet another terrible matchup for Miami fresh off a blowout loss to New England in which the team's defense was shredded for 359 yards through the air. The Dolphins take on another surging team with a strong passing attack. The Giants come into this contest winners of five in a row and their offense is averaging an impressive 26 points per game. EDGE: GIANTS
Some team insiders are still concerned about this Miami defense (which was suppose to me one of the best in the league) that has been decimated with injuries and has given up 16, 37, 31, 35, 22, 41 and 49 points in their seven losses (33 points per game on average). The defense gave up 400 yards to Washington, including 191 rushing, 166 yards rushing to Dallas, 141 rushing to the Jets, 299 yards rushing to the Raiders, 140 rushing to the Browns and then were dismantled by New England, giving up 443 total yards with most of the Patriots reserves playing the entire second half of the game. BIG EDGE: GIANTS
Going into the contest with New England, Miami’s one bright spot was RB Ronnie Brown, who injured his knee and is now out for the season. BIG EDGE: GIANTS
The Giants are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games against a losing team.
The Giants are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games.
The Dolphins are 1-4-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a SU loss.
The Dolphins are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 games on grass.
The OVER is 8-2 in New York's last 10 games overall.


Philadelphia Eagles at Minnesota Vikings (FOX | 1 PM ET)

Minnesota team insiders are reporting that Minnesota head coach Brad Childress has been pushing his players hard this week in practice as this is the contest he wants his team to win. Childress was the former offensive coordinator for the Eagles and left the team on bad terms. EDGE: VIKINGS
One league insider believes that there is “a lot of potential” in this Eagles team as they have had little trouble moving the football, but they just are not getting it done in the red zone. The Eagles scored touchdowns on 55.5 percent of their red-zone trips from 2000 through last season, but they are just 28th this season, scoring less than a third of their trips inside the 20. EDGE: VIKINGS
League insiders are quick to point out that this is still an Eagles offensive unit that is struggling. Despite a 56-point effort against the Lions, the Eagles have struggled to put up points, as that is the only time they have scored more than 16 points this season. On the season, the Eagles are averaging only 12 points per contest. EDGE: VIKINGS
The Vikings defense is No. 1 in the NFL against the run, but last against the pass allowing 288 yards in the air each game.
Team insiders are uncertain who will be under center this weekend for Minnesota as starting quarterback Tarvaris Jackson has a broken finger on his throwing hand. Backup Kelly Holcomb will have to play if Jackson cannot perform this week in practice. Keep in mind Holcomb was in camp with the Eagles in the preseason before being traded to Minnesota and should have a good understanding of Philly's defense. (Check status on the Pregame Wire) SLIGHT EDGE: VIKINGS
The Eagles are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games against a losing home team.
The Eagles are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against the NFC.
The Vikings are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 home games.
The Vikings are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as a home underdog.
The favorite is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 meetings.


Cleveland Browns at St. Louis Rams (CBS | 1 PM ET)
St. Louis welcomed back starting QB Marc Bulger last week, but he spent more time on the ground than on his feet as he was sacked seven times by the Seahawks while throwing three interceptions. However, Bulger is expected to get RB Steven Jackson back this week from a groin injury, which should help take some major pressure off him. EDGE: RAMS
The Rams are 30th in total offense, averaging just 10 points per game and their defense ranks 23rd in the league. Their main concern is a rushing defense that is allowing over 130 yards per game, which is not good news against an improving and rested Cleveland offensive line off a bye week. EDGE: BROWNS
Cleveland has enjoyed an extra week of preparation for this contest. The team's offense is averaging 28 points per game, but the defense is second-worst in the NFL, allowing 413 yards per game. One particular concern is the team's rush defense that has allowed over 110 yards rushing in every game as the Browns are giving up 30 points per game. EDGE: RAMS
The Browns are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
The Browns are 2-8-1 ATS in their last 11 games following a SU win.
The Rams are 9-2 ATS in their last 11 games as a home underdog.
The Rams are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games overall.
The UNDER is 6-1 in St. Louis' last 7 games overall.


Oakland Raiders at Tennessee Titans (CBS | 1 PM ET)

Oakland comes into this contest with a very conservative offensive ideology, averaging an impressive 147 yards rushing per game, good for fourth in the NFL. However, Tennessee's defense is ranked No. 1 in the NFL against the rush, so Oakland should have trouble moving the football this weekend. SLIGHT EDGE: TITANS
Tennessee QB Vince Young was available to play against the Texans last week, but head coach Jeff Fisher elected to give him more time to recover from a strained right quadriceps. Young is probable for this game and should start. EDGE: TITANS
The Raiders are 8-17 ATS in their last 25 games against a winning team.
The Raiders are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games after scoring less than 15 points.
The Titans are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 games against the NFC.
The Titans are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 home games.
The Raiders are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings.


Buffalo Bills at New York Jets (CBS | 4:05 PM ET)

League insiders are interested to see how the Buffalo offense performs against what they classify as a “terrible” Jets defensive unit. On the season, Buffalo has struggled to put points on the board, averaging just 14 points per game. The Jets defense is ranked 28th in the NFL, allowing a whopping 377 yards per game, including 138 on the ground. EDGE: BILLS
Buffalo head coach Dick Jauron announced that former backup QB Trent Edwards has taken over as the permanent starter. Edwards has done a solid job, with wins over the Jets and Ravens to his credit. EDGE: BILLS
Team insiders are reporting that the Jets lockerroom was completely demoralized after giving up getting outscored 28-11 in the second half of their 38-31 loss against Cincinnati last week. Embattled QB Chad Pennington got off to a strong start that may have earned him another shot to keep his job this week, but he did not perform well in the second half, throwing an interception for a TD that helped seal the win for the Bengals in the fourth quarter. Pennington will start this game but could be on a short leash with heralded youngster Kellen Clemens waiting in the wings. EDGE: BILLS
The Bills are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a SU win.
The Bills are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 games overall.
The Jets are 11-5-1 ATS in their last 17 games against a losing team.
The Jets are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games as a home favorite.
The home team is 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings.


Houston Texans at San Diego Chargers (CBS | 4:05 PM ET)

Team insiders are becoming increasingly concerned about the health of Texan starting quarterback Matt Schaub, who has been lethargic over the last few games. Many inside the organization believe that he is having some issues with his hip-flexor muscle which is reducing the QB's mobility and his ability to plant himself and throw the deep ball. Schaub missed most of the second half of last week's contest, so there is a possibility backup Sage Rosenfels might fill in this week. (Check status on the Pregame Wire) EDGE: CHARGERS
The surging Chargers have the situational advantage here as they are coming of their bye week and should be well-rested. They will look to continue the momentum of their current 2-0 SU & ATS run, as their offense - absent for much of the first quarter of the season - has come alive thanks to 41 and 28-point efforts. EDGE: CHARGERS
League insiders believe that the recent acquisition of Chris Chambers from the Dolphins gives San Diego QB Phillip Rivers a solid veteran receiver to work with, which will also help out the team's running game. Chambers spent two seasons (2002-03) playing in head coach Norv Turner's system when Turner was Miami's offensive coordinator. EDGE: CHARGERS
The Texans are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall.
The Texans are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 October games.
The Chargers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games against a losing team.
The Chargers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 home games vs. a losing road team.
The OVER is 5-0 in Houston's last 5 road games.

Jacksonville Jaguars at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (CBS | 4:05 PM ET)

Team insiders are reporting that Jacksonville will be without the services of starting QB David Garrard who got hurt against the Colts this past Monday night. Backup QB Quinn Gray will start in his place and is a major downgrade. BIG EDGE: BUCCANEERS
Despite the loss of Garrard, this is a Jacksonville team that relies heavily on running the football - averaging 140 yards per game (fourth in the NFL) - and the defense always seems to keep the Jags in games, allowing a meager 13 points per game this season. SLIGHT EDGE: JAGUARS
The Jaguars are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games as a road underdog.
The Jaguars are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following a Monday night game.
The Buccaneers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a SU loss.
The Buccaneers are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games in Week 8.
The UNDER is 4-1 in Tampa Bay's last 5 games.


Washington Redskins at New England Patriots (FOX | 4:15 PM ET)

The Patriots offense is No. 1 in the NFL, averaging nearly 40 points per game. Often overlooked is their defense that comes into this contest No. 2 in the league. New England has won all seven of its games by at least 17 points, setting a league record for scoring margin to start the season. BIG EDGE: PATRIOTS
One league insider believes this will be New England's toughest test so far this season, as the Pats face an outstanding Washington secondary and a defense that is tops in the NFC, allowing just 14 points per game. The Washington secondary held the dangerous passing attack of Detroit to just 144 total yards, including 76 through the air. EDGE: REDSKINS
The Redskins are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games against a winning team.
The Redskins are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 games following a SU win.
The Patriots are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games as a home favorite.
The Patriots are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games as a 10.5+ favorite.
The OVER is 7-1 in New England's last 8 games overall.


New Orleans Saints at San Francisco 49ers (FOX | 4:15 ET)

Many league insiders are still not sold on this New Orleans club. Despite winning their last two games, the Saints (2-4 SU/1-5 ATS) still lost both of those contests statistically, as the Seahawks held the edge in total yards 425-367 and Atlanta also had a 334-310 advantage. EDGE: 49ERS
The New Orleans secondary has been awful all year, allowing 235 passing yards per game, but the Saints do have the advantage of facing one of the league's worst offenses. The 49ers have averaged just 10.3 points in their last four games. EDGE: SAINTS
The Saints are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against the NFC.
The Saints are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games as a favorite.
The 49ers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 home games.
The 49ers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against the NFC.
The Saints are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 meetings in San Francisco.

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NFL – Betting Notes

NFL
Betting Notes

Sunday, October 28

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NFL game day buzz: Week 8 betting notes

Cleveland at St. Louis (+3)
This is the first meeting between the teams since the Rams won 26-20 in Cleveland in 2003. The teams haven't met in St. Louis since 1999, when the Rams won 34-3 en route to a Super Bowl championship.

Detroit at Chicago (-5)
The Bears have won five of their last six home games against the Lions.

Indianapolis at Carolina (+6 ½)
Carolina is 0-2 at home, where it plays six of its last 10 games.

N.Y. Giants at Miami (+9 ½)
The Dolphins won the most recent meeting, 23-10 in 2003, but that's the only matchup between these teams since the Giants won 17-7 in 1996.

Oakland at Tennessee (-7 ½)
Oakland has won three of the last four games between the teams, including a 34-25 victory at Tennessee in 2005 in the most recent meeting.

Philadelphia at Minnesota (+1)
The Eagles have won six of the last seven meetings between the teams, including a 27-14 win in the divisional round of the 2004 playoffs. The teams last met in Minnesota in 1997, a 28-19 Vikings win.

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati (+3 ½)
Pittsburgh won 23-17 in overtime at Cincinnati on Dec. 31 behind Willie Parker's 134 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Parker is averaging 117.3 yards and has scored five TDs in four career appearances against the Bengals.

Buffalo at N.Y. Jets (-3)
In New York's first matchup with Buffalo, Chad Pennington completed a career-high 32 passes on 39 attempts for 290 yards with a touchdown and two picks.

Houston at San Diego (N/A)
The Texans are 0-2 all-time versus San Diego.

Jacksonville at Tampa Bay (-3 ½)
The Bucs and Jaguars haven't played since Nov. 30, 2003, when Jacksonville won 17-10 at home. The Jaguars are 2-1 all-time against the Bucs.

New Orleans at San Francisco (+3)
These clubs used to face each other twice each season as division rivals, but that changed in 2002, when the league re-aligned and New Orleans (2-4) moved to the newly created NFC South.
They've faced each other three times at the Superdome since, with the Saints winning all of those contests including a 34-10 victory last Dec. 6, when Reggie Bush had 131 receiving yards and four total touchdowns - both career highs.

Washington at New England (-16)
The Redskins have won the last six meetings against the Patriots, who haven't beaten Washington since Oct. 1, 1972.

Green Bay at Denver (-3)
This will be Jay Cutler's first start against Green Bay and first Monday night game.
The Packers won the last meeting against the Broncos on Dec. 28, 2003, as Brett Favre passed for 116 yards, one touchdown and had one pick in a 31-3 victory at Lambeau Field.

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National Football League - Gameday

NFL
Gameday


Sunday, October 28

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Sunday NFL Gameday

The undefeated Colts and Patriots are both in action on Sunday, while the Giants and Dolphins will do battle at London's Wembley Stadium. Here is your NFL Gameday . . .

New York Giants (-9.5) vs. Miami Dolphins (Total 48)
Wembley Stadium, 1:00pm ET (FOX)

The Giants will be looking to pick up their sixth win in a row when they take on the Dolphins in England (where they speak English) on Sunday. New York ran their winning streak to five games by knocking off the 49ers 33-15. Eli Manning went just 18-of-31 for 146 yards in that contest, but he managed to toss a pair of TD strikes. Brandon Jacobs ran for 107 yards and a score, while Amani Toomer had three catches and a touchdown.

Miami had no chance against the Patriots in Week 7, going down 42-0 by halftime en route to a 49-28 defeat. The Dolphins are now 0-7 on the season, and they've lost running back Ronnie Brown for the rest of the year with a knee injury. Jesse Chatman is now the team's starting RB, and he ran for 73 yards and a score against New England. Cleo Lemon went 24-of-37 for 236 yards, with zero touchdowns and one interception.


Indianapolis Colts (-7) at Carolina Panthers (Total 44)
Bank of America Stadium, 1:00pm ET (CBS)

The Colts were expected to be in-tough against the Jaguars on Monday night; instead, they cruised to a 29-7 road victory to boost their season mark to 6-0. Peyton Manning went 23-of-37 for 259 yards in that win, with one touchdown pass, one touchdown run, and one interception. Joseph Addai rushed for 85 yards, Kenton Keith and Dallas Clark both found the end zone, and Reggie Wayne had a huge nine-catch, 130-yard outing.

The Panthers had a bye in Week 7, but they've won each of their past two contests to sit at 4-2 and atop the NFC South. Last time out, against the Cardinals, Vinny Testaverde went 20-of-33 for 206 yards, with one touchdown pass and no interceptions. DeAngelo Williams ran for 121 yards and a score, and Steve Smith picked up 136 yards and a TD. Testaverde is expected to be the Panthers' starting quarterback against Indy.


Jacksonville Jaguars at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-3.5) (Total 32)
Raymond James Stadium, 4:05pm ET (CBS)

David Garrard went 8-of-12 for just 72 yards in that Monday-night loss versus the Colts, and then left the game with a sprained ankle. Garrard will be out of action for the next few weeks at least, with Quinn Gray taking over at quarterback. Gray had his own problems against Indy, completing just 9-of-24 pass attempts for 56 yards, and tossing two picks. Maurice-Jones Drew ran for 52 yards and a score on 13 carries in the defeat.

The Buccaneers fell out of first place in the NFC South with a 23-16 loss to the Lions in Week 7. Jeff Garcia had a solid day at QB for Tampa Bay in that contest, though, going 37-of-45 for 316 yards, with two touchdown passes and no interceptions. Earnest Graham ran for 92 yards on 19 carries in the loss, and he also picked up 99 receiving yards off 13 catches. Ike Hilliard and Maurice Stovall had the TD catches for the Bucs.


Washington Redskins at New England Patriots (-16) (Total 48)
Gillette Stadium, 4:15pm ET (FOX)

The Redskins will be looking to saddle the Patriots with their first loss of the year when the two meet on Sunday. Washington got back into the win column by knocking off the Cardinals 21-19 last week. Jason Campbell went 12-of-18 for 95 yards for the 'Skins in that game, with no touchdown passes and one interception. Clinton Portis provided the bulk of Washington's offense, rushing for 43 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries.

Tom Brady continued to be lights-out for the Patriots last week, going 21-of-25 for 354 yards against the Dolphins with an amazing six touchdown passes and zero interceptions. Wes Welker had nine catches for 138 yards and two scores for the Pats in that win, while Randy Moss had four catches for 122 yards and a pair of TDs. Donte' Stallworth and Kyle Brady had the other touchdown catches in that one-sided contest.

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College Football - Dunkel Index

NCAAF
Dunkel Index

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28

Game 227-228: Central Florida at Southern Mississippi
Dunkel Ratings: Central Florida 84.389; Southern Mississippi 81.753
Dunkel Line: Central Florida by 2 1/2; 61
Vegas Line: Southern Mississippi by 2 1/2; 58 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Central Florida (+2 1/2); Over

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College Football – Long Sheet

NCAAF
Long Sheet

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Sunday, October 28
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UCF (4 - 3) at SOUTHERN MISS (4 - 3) - 10/28/2007, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
SOUTHERN MISS is 1-1 against the spread versus UCF over the last 3 seasons
SOUTHERN MISS is 2-0 straight up against UCF over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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College Football – Short Sheet

NCAAF
Short Sheet


Sunday, October 28th

Central Florida at Southern Miss, 8:00 ET ESPN
Central Florida: 0-4 ATS after scoring 37+ points
Southern Miss: 24-11 Under off a road game

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College Football - Tips & Trends

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Sunday, October 28

Central Florida at Southern Miss (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

Central Florida is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 conference games.
Central Florida is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games following a SU win.
Southern Miss is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games following a SU win.
Southern Miss is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games against a winning team.
The OVER is 5-1 in Southern Miss’s last 6 games overall.

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Baseball - Tips & Trends

MLB


Sunday, October 28

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Game 4 World Series (Boston leads 3-0)
Boston Red Sox at Colorado Rockies (FOX | 8:29 PM ET)

Boston's Jon Lester has not started a game in more than a month, making three appearances out of the bullpen. Lester has allowed two runs and three hits in 5 2/3 innings of relief with one walk and seven strikeouts during that stretch. He was 4-0 during the regular season with a 4.57 ERA, and will be pitching with a chance to win a World Series for Boston less than a year after undergoing chemotherapy to cure lymphoma. EDGE: RED SOX
Colorado's Aaron Cook will be making his first start since August 10 against Chicago, when he gave up five runs and eight hits in six innings of a 6-2 loss. Cook suffered a strained muscle in his side and was left off the NLCS roster, but he threw a simulated game last Saturday and should be ready to go. He was just 4-5 at Coors Field during the regular season with an inflated 5.31 ERA, as opponents hit .295 against him there. SLIGHT EDGE: RED SOX
Boston is 41-11 in its last 52 interleague games.
Of Boston's last 17 wins, 16 have been decided by two runs or more.
Colorado is 15-4 in its last 19 games as an underdog.
Colorado is 40-15 in its last 55 home games.
The OVER is 7-2-2 in Boston's last 11 playoff games.

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Baseball – Recent Trends

MLB


Sunday, October 28

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Boston :
Over is 7-1 in BOS last 8 games following a win.
BOS are 41-11 in their last 52 interleague games.
BOS are 18-6 in their last 24 playoff games.

Colorado :
COL are 40-15 in their last 55 home games.
COL are 7-3 in their last 10 playoff games.
COL are 35-17 in their last 52 games on grass.

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Baseball – In Depth Trends

MLB


Sunday, October 28

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Trends - Boston at Colorado

Red - Hot trends are trends 80% or higher. Blue - Cold trends are trends 20% or lower.

W/L Trends

Boston
Red Sox are 4-0 in their last 4 games vs. a right-handed starter.
Red Sox are 7-0 in their last 7 World Series games.
Red Sox are 6-0 in their last 6 games on grass.
Red Sox are 6-0 in their last 6 overall.
Red Sox are 4-0 in their last 4 after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 5-0 in their last 5 games following a win.
Red Sox are 4-0 in their last 4 vs. National League West.
Red Sox are 4-0 in their last 4 games vs. a starter with a WHIP greater than 1.30.
Red Sox are 6-0 in their last 6 vs. a team with a winning record.
Red Sox are 5-1 in their last 6 interleague road games vs. a team with a winning record.
Red Sox are 42-9 in their last 51 interleague games vs. a right-handed starter.
Red Sox are 4-1 in their last 5 when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 41-11 in their last 52 interleague games.
Red Sox are 20-6 in their last 26 interleague road games vs. a right-handed starter.
Red Sox are 18-6 in their last 24 playoff games.
Red Sox are 11-4 in their last 15 after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 19-7 in their last 26 interleague road games.
Red Sox are 38-17 in their last 55 interleague games vs. a team with a winning record.
Red Sox are 6-0 in Lester's last 6 starts on grass.
Red Sox are 4-0 in Lester's last 4 interleague starts.
Red Sox are 5-0 in Lester's last 5 starts when their opponent allows 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 7-1 in Lester's last 8 starts.
Red Sox are 13-3 in Lester's last 16 starts after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 4-1 in Lester's last 5 starts after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Red Sox are 4-1 in Lester's last 5 road starts vs. a team with a winning record.
Red Sox are 6-2 in Lester's last 8 road starts.

Colorado
Rockies are 7-0 in their last 7 Sunday games.
Rockies are 5-0 in their last 5 games vs. a left-handed starter.
Rockies are 7-1 in their last 8 games vs. a starter with a WHIP greater than 1.30.
Rockies are 6-1 in their last 7 after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 6-1 in their last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.
Rockies are 11-2 in their last 13 after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 5-1 in their last 6 interleague home games vs. a team with a winning record.
Rockies are 10-3 in their last 13 when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 40-15 in their last 55 home games.
Rockies are 10-4 in their last 14 home games vs. a left-handed starter.
Rockies are 7-3 in their last 10 playoff games.
Rockies are 35-16 in their last 51 interleague home games.
Rockies are 35-16 in their last 51 when their opponent allows 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 35-17 in their last 52 games on grass.
Rockies are 35-17 in their last 52 overall.
Rockies are 1-4 in their last 5 interleague home games vs. a left-handed starter.
Rockies are 0-6 in their last 6 vs. American League East.
Rockies are 0-6 in their last 6 interleague games.
Rockies are 5-1 in Cook's last 6 home starts vs. a team with a winning record.
Rockies are 4-1 in Cook's last 5 starts during game 4 of a series.
Rockies are 15-32 in Cook's last 47 starts on grass.
Rockies are 15-33 in Cook's last 48 starts.
Rockies are 8-18 in Cook's last 26 starts following a Quality Start in his last appearance.
Rockies are 3-7 in Cook's last 10 starts after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 2-5 in Cook's last 7 starts following a team loss in their previous game.
Rockies are 2-5 in Cook's last 7 starts when their opponent allows 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 7-20 in Cook's last 27 starts after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Rockies are 7-22 in Cook's last 29 starts vs. a team with a winning record.
Rockies are 1-4 in Cook's last 5 interleague starts.
Rockies are 1-5 in Cook's last 6 starts vs. American League East.
Rockies are 0-4 in Cook's last 4 Sunday starts.

O/U Trends

Boston
Over is 7-1 in Red Sox last 8 games following a win.
Under is 4-1 in Red Sox last 5 interleague games vs. a right-handed starter.
Over is 4-1 in Red Sox last 5 vs. a team with a winning record.
Over is 4-1 in Red Sox last 5 playoff games.
Over is 4-1 in Red Sox last 5 overall.
Over is 4-1 in Red Sox last 5 on grass.
Under is 6-2 in Red Sox last 8 interleague road games vs. a right-handed starter.
Under is 9-3-1 in Red Sox last 13 when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 6-2 in Red Sox last 8 after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Under is 22-8-2 in Red Sox last 32 after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Under is 5-2 in Red Sox last 7 Sunday games.
Over is 5-2-1 in Red Sox last 8 games vs. a right-handed starter.
Under is 48-21-4 in Red Sox last 73 road games vs. a right-handed starter.
Under is 41-18-3 in Red Sox last 62 road games vs. a team with a winning record.
Under is 35-16-4 in Red Sox last 55 during game 4 of a series.
Under is 4-1 in Lester's last 5 starts overall.
Under is 4-1 in Lester's last 5 starts on grass.
Under is 4-1 in Lester's last 5 starts after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 4-1-1 in Lester's last 6 starts vs. a team with a winning record.

Colorado
Under is 4-0 in Rockies last 4 after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Under is 6-1 in Rockies last 7 after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Under is 5-1 in Rockies last 6 interleague games vs. a left-handed starter.
Over is 5-1 in Rockies last 6 games following a loss.
Under is 4-1 in Rockies last 5 when their opponent allows 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 4-1 in Rockies last 5 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.
Under is 4-1 in Rockies last 5 when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Under is 4-1 in Rockies last 5 interleague home games vs. a team with a winning record.
Under is 4-1 in Rockies last 5 games vs. a starter with a WHIP greater than 1.30.
Under is 6-2 in Rockies last 8 interleague home games vs. a left-handed starter.
Under is 18-6-1 in Rockies last 25 interleague games vs. a team with a winning record.
Over is 9-3 in Rockies last 12 during game 4 of a series.
Over is 7-3 in Rockies last 10 home games vs. a left-handed starter.
Over is 4-0-1 in Cook's last 5 starts after scoring 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 5-0-1 in Cook's last 6 starts when their opponent allows 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 7-1-1 in Cook's last 9 starts following a Quality Start in his last appearance.
Over is 6-1 in Cook's last 7 home starts.
Over is 4-1 in Cook's last 5 Sunday starts.
Over is 7-2-1 in Cook's last 10 starts after allowing 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 17-5-3 in Cook's last 25 starts when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game.
Over is 7-3-1 in Cook's last 11 starts overall.
Over is 7-3 in Cook's last 10 starts following a team loss in their previous game.

Head to Head
Red Sox are 5-2 in the last 7 meetings.

Umpire Trends - Chuck Meriwether
Under is 6-0 in Meriwether's last 6 games behind home plate vs. Colorado.
Rockies are 7-1 in their last 8 games with Meriwether behind home plate.
Under is 5-1-1 in Meriwether's last 7 games behind home plate vs. Boston.
Red Sox are 4-1 in their last 5 Sunday games with Meriwether behind home plate.
Under is 7-2-1 in Meriwether's last 10 Sunday games behind home plate.
Red Sox are 17-5 in their last 22 games with Meriwether behind home plate.
Home team is 6-2 in Meriwether's last 8 interleague games behind home plate.
Home team is 7-3 in Meriwether's last 10 games behind home plate vs. Boston.
Road team is 5-2 in Meriwether's last 7 games behind home plate.
Road team is 4-1 in Meriwether's last 5 Sunday games behind home plate.

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