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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 02:45 AM

Six-pack for Wednesday

My six favorite football helmets

6) Bengals—Tiger stripes on the helmet are very cool, huge improvement from original helmets, which just had BENGALS on side of helmet.

5) Clemson- Big fan of the tiger paw, which Ohio U used for a little while, also.

4) Richmond—Dark blue helmet with red spider with white trim on it; excellent helmets.

3) Chargers—White helmet with gold lightning bolt; in the 60’s, they had the uniform number under the bolt, but even without the number, this is an outstanding helmet.

2) Iowa Barnstormers, Arena League— They had goggles painted on the gold helmets, for Pete’s sake, just like the old time fighter pilots. The fact that two-time MVP Kurt Warner played for Iowa doesn’t hurt this choice any.

1) Rams—Became Ram fan back in ’66, watching LA Ram-Packer game from LA Coliseum; just liked the way those helmets looked on a black/white TV, and yes, that ages me.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 02:46 AM

Our List of 13: Random thoughts on an icy Wednesday

13) Joe Namath is graduating from Alabama this weekend, over 40 years after he finished playing football for Crimson Tide. Good for him.

12) Ravens were +17 in turnover ratio when they finished 13-3 LY; now, at 4-9, they’re -16 in turnover ratio, and that’s no coincidence. Wonder if they'll have another new QB in '08.

11) Chargers host Detroit this week without Merriman, Neal, two of their most important guys; if they’re going to make any noise in January, they’ll need those two healthy.

10) With Rex Grossman hurt, Bears are turning to Kyle Orton to make his first start of season; Orton did well as a starter couple of years back, going 10-4, but Metrodome will be loud Monday night, with the Vikings a red-hot team.

9) Nationals signed Paul LoDuca to be their catcher, which basically makes the Milledge for Church/Schneider deal a four-player trade. Not sure who gets the best of it.

8) BYU is not only playing in Las Vegas Bowl for third year in row, they’re playing a team they lost to 27-13 back on Sept. 8. , These two teams also play next September, but UCLA will have had different coach for all three games, with an interim coach working this bowl game in place of the fired Dorrell.

7) Seeing as Mormons don’t like gambling or drinking, what exactly do they do in Vegas?

6) Switching from Mormons to morons, Knicks are over the luxury tax threshold by $19,790,373, which guarantees their spot as the worst-run pro sports franchise in America. Again.

5) Philly’s loss to the Giants Sunday was first December game Donovan McNabb played in since 2004.

4) Why would a junior college QB, who has two years of college eligibility left, sign with Dave Wannstedt and Pitt Panthers, who started a freshman QB most of this season? It makes no sense, unless it was the only scholarship offer he got, but if Pitt wanted him, chances are it wasn’t.

3) Les Miles/Michigan are still talking; the lack of other big names mentioned going to Ann Arbor signals that Miles is probably still their choice. If Miles bolts for Michigan, folks in Cajun Country aren’t going to be very happy.

2) Everyone’s self-promoting these days. Sentencing Michael Vick on same day Falcons had a nationally televised Monday night game was grandstanding by prosecutors who worked out his plea deal. Don't tell me it was a coincidence.

District Attorney is an elected position, so they used MNF as a 3-hour commercial to hammer home how well they nailed a celebrity. .

1) If Al Davis is still running the Raiders in the summer of ’09, Michael Vick will be playing for Oakland.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 02:48 AM

National Football League – Long Sheet

NFL
Long Sheet

Week 15

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Thursday, December 13
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DENVER (6 - 7) at HOUSTON (6 - 7) - 12/13/2007, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 9-20 ATS (-13.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 9-20 ATS (-13.0 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in all games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest 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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Saturday, December 15
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CINCINNATI (5 - 8) at SAN FRANCISCO (3 - 10) - 12/15/2007, 8:15 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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Sunday, December 16
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ARIZONA (6 - 7) at NEW ORLEANS (5 - 7) - 12/16/2007, 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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ATLANTA (3 - 9) at TAMPA BAY (8 - 5) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 3-2 against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
TAMPA BAY is 3-2 straight up against ATLANTA 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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BALTIMORE (4 - 9) at MIAMI (0 - 13) - 12/16/2007, 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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BUFFALO (7 - 6) at CLEVELAND (8 - 5) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
CLEVELAND is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
CLEVELAND is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
CLEVELAND is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) in all lined games this season.
CLEVELAND is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) as a favorite this season.
BUFFALO is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
BUFFALO is 19-10 ATS (+8.0 Units) in all lined 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 (11 - 2) at ST LOUIS (3 - 10) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST LOUIS is 1-0 against the spread versus GREEN BAY over the last 3 seasons
ST LOUIS is 1-0 straight up against GREEN BAY 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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JACKSONVILLE (9 - 4) at PITTSBURGH (9 - 4) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
JACKSONVILLE is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in a road game where the total is between 38.5 and 42 points over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) as a home favorite of 3.5 to 7 points over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
JACKSONVILLE is 2-0 against the spread versus PITTSBURGH over the last 3 seasons
JACKSONVILLE is 2-0 straight up against PITTSBURGH 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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NY JETS (3 - 10) at NEW ENGLAND (13 - 0) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ENGLAND is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) in all games this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 38-21 ATS (+14.9 Units) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) in all lined games this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 10-3 ATS (+6.7 Units) as a favorite this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 67-44 ATS (+18.6 Units) versus division opponents since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) in games played on turf this season.
NEW ENGLAND is 41-21 ATS (+17.9 Units) in December games since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ENGLAND is 5-1 against the spread versus NY JETS over the last 3 seasons
NEW ENGLAND is 5-1 straight up against NY JETS over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SEATTLE (9 - 4) at CAROLINA (5 - 8) - 12/16/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 45-69 ATS (-30.9 Units) off a division game since 1992.
SEATTLE is 16-35 ATS (-22.5 Units) off a win against a division rival since 1992.
CAROLINA is 70-45 ATS (+20.5 Units) as an underdog since 1992.
SEATTLE is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
SEATTLE is 39-23 ATS (+13.7 Units) in December games since 1992.
CAROLINA is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points over the last 2 seasons.
CAROLINA is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SEATTLE is 1-0 against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
SEATTLE is 1-0 straight up against CAROLINA 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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TENNESSEE (7 - 6) at KANSAS CITY (4 - 9) - 12/16/2007, 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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INDIANAPOLIS (11 - 2) at OAKLAND (4 - 9) - 12/16/2007, 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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DETROIT (6 - 7) at SAN DIEGO (8 - 5) - 12/16/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in road games when playing with 6 or less days rest 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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PHILADELPHIA (5 - 8) at DALLAS (12 - 1) - 12/16/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 60-40 ATS (+16.0 Units) in home games against conference opponents since 1992.
PHILADELPHIA is 116-84 ATS (+23.6 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
PHILADELPHIA is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) off a division game over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 44-23 ATS (+18.7 Units) revenging a loss against opponent since 1992.

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

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WASHINGTON (6 - 7) at NY GIANTS (9 - 4) - 12/16/2007, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 44-67 ATS (-29.7 Units) versus division opponents since 1992.
NY GIANTS are 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) against conference opponents over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 26-11 ATS (+13.9 Units) as a road underdog of 3.5 to 7 points since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY GIANTS is 4-1 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
NY GIANTS is 4-1 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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Monday, December 17
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CHICAGO (5 - 8) at MINNESOTA (7 - 6) - 12/17/2007, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO is 6-24 ATS (-20.4 Units) in road games in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.
CHICAGO is 6-24 ATS (-20.4 Units) in road games in December games since 1992.

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

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 02:48 AM

National Football League - Short Sheet

NFL
Short Sheet

Thursday, December 13th

Denver at Houston, 8:15 EST NFL
Denver: 8-1 ATS away off a home win
Houston: 3-13 ATS off a home win

Saturday, December 15th

Cincinnati at San Francisco, 8:15 EST NFL
Cincinnati: 0-6 ATS off an Under
San Francisco: 10-3 ATS after scoring 9 or less points

Sunday, December 16th

Arizona at New Orleans, 1:00 EST
Arizona: **Saints playing Monday night**
New Orleans: **Saints playing Monday night**

Atlanta at Tampa Bay, 1:00 EST
Atlanta: **Atlanta playing Monday night**
Tampa Bay: **Atlanta playing Monday night**

Baltimore at Miami, 1:00 EST
Baltimore: 0-6 ATS off a home game
Miami: 6-1 ATS off BB Overs

Buffalo at Cleveland, 1:00 EST
Buffalo: 8-19 ATS off a division win by 10+ points
Cleveland: 6-0 ATS as a favorite

Green Bay at St. Louis, 1:00 EST
Green Bay: 8-2 ATS off a straight up win
St. Louis: 2-8 ATS after scoring 14 or less points

Jacksonville at Pittsburgh, 1:00 EST
Jacksonville: 6-0 Over after winning 3 of their last 4 games
Pittsburgh: 8-1 ATS as a home favorite of 3.5 to 7 points

NY Jets at New England, 1:00 EST
NY Jets: 0-6 ATS away off a loss by 6 or less points
New England: 8-2 ATS vs. conference opponents

Seattle at Carolina, 1:00 EST
Seattle: 8-2 ATS vs. conference opponents
Carolina: 0-7 ATS off a road loss

Tennessee at Kansas City, 1:00 EST
Tennessee: 1-5 ATS off BB home games
Kansas City: 6-0 ATS after scoring 9 or less points

Indianapolis at Oakland, 4:05 EST
Indianapolis: 9-0 ATS off a road win by 21+ points
Oakland: 1-11 ATS in December

Detroit at San Diego, 4:15 EST
Detroit: 3-11 ATS off a home game
San Diego: 28-14 ATS off 3+ ATS wins

Philadelphia at Dallas, 4:15 EST
Philadelphia: 10-2 ATS off a division game
Dallas: 9-2 Over off a straight up win

Washington at NY Giants, 8:15 EST NBC
Washington: 10-23 ATS revenging a home loss
NY Giants: 23-12 ATS vs. conference opponents

Monday, December 17th

Chicago at Minnesota, 8:30 EST ESPN
Chicago: 6-24 ATS away in December
Minnesota: 10-1 Under off a win by 10+ points

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 02:50 AM

National Football League – mismatches

NFL

Thursday, December 13

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NFL mismatches: Where to find the edge in Thursday’s game
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Three key mismatches in Broncos-Texans game

Denver Broncos at Houston Texans (- 1 1/2, 47)

Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall vs. Texans’ secondary

Brandon Marshall is developing into one of the best receivers in the NFL. The second-year Broncos star has looked unstoppable recently and should punish the Texans’ secondary this week.

Marshall has 279 receiving yards and three touchdowns in his last three games and has become quarterback Jay Cutler’s favorite target. At 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds, Marshall is dominant in the air, but also has the power and speed to rip through defenses on the run.

The 22-year-old ranks eighth in the league among receivers with 1,029 yards and six TDs.

The Texans have given up 767 yards in the air and four receiving TDs in their last three contests, two of which were losses.

Texans defensive end Mario Williams vs. Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler

Mario Williams is playing so well that his teammates believe he is a lock to make the Pro Bowl. The defensive end, who has 9.5 sacks this season, can further strengthen his case for the honor with a big performance against Denver and Jay Cutler.

The second-year pro has recorded at least one sack in four straight games and ranks ninth overall in the league. Of all the players with four or more sacks, Williams is the only one who also has at least 40 tackles.

He’ll be licking his chops at Thursday’s opposition. The Broncos have allowed their quarterback to be sacked at least once each game this season, for a total of 23 times in 13 contests.

Broncos’ turnovers gained vs. Texans’ turnovers lost

If the Texans learned to take care of the football they would have a much better record than their current 6-7. They are the NFL’s worst offenders for turning over the ball, a weakness the Broncos will be eager to expose.

Houston has given away 31 turnovers this season –16 intercepted passes and 15 fumbles.

Denver, meanwhile, has forced opponents to cough up the ball on 22 occasions, 11 of those interceptions. Cornerback Dre Bly leads the way with 4 INTs this season. He could make life difficult for Houston’s backup quarterback Sage Rosenfels, who is expected to start in place of the injured Matt Schaub.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:03 AM

College Football - Dunkel Index

NCAAF
Dunkel Index

Bowl Season '07-'08

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20

Game 303-304: Navy vs. Utah
Dunkel Ratings: Navy 82.940; Utah 92.340
Dunkel Line: Utah by 9 1/2; 56 1/2
Vegas Line: Utah by 8; 66
Dunkel Pick: Utah (-8); Under

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21

Game 305-306: Florida Atlantic vs. Memphis
Dunkel Ratings: Florida Atlantic 74.549; Memphis 75.987
Dunkel Line: Memphis by 1 1/2; 72
Vegas Line: Florida Atlantic by 3; 67
Dunkel Pick: Memphis (+3); Over

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22

Game 309-310: Southern Mississippi at Cincinnati
Dunkel Ratings: Southern Mississippi 82.077; Cincinnati 97.871
Dunkel Line: Cincinnati by 16; 53 1/2
Vegas Line: Cincinnati by 11; 56
Dunkel Pick: Cincinnati (-11); Under

Game 311-312: Nevada vs. New Mexico
Dunkel Ratings: Nevada 86.090; New Mexico 86.684
Dunkel Line: Even; 58
Vegas Line: New Mexico by 3 1/2; 63
Dunkel Pick: Nevada (+3 1/2); Under

Game 313-314: UCLA vs. BYU
Dunkel Ratings: UCLA 95.600; BYU 98.610
Dunkel Line: BYU by 3; 50
Vegas Line: BYU by 7; 47
Dunkel Pick: UCLA (+7); Over

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23

Game 341-342: East Carolina vs. Boise State
Dunkel Ratings: East Carolina 84.667; Boise State 99.423
Dunkel Line: Boise State by 15; 64
Vegas Line: Boise State by 10 1/2; 72
Dunkel Pick: Boise State (-10 1/2); Under

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26

Game 401-402: Central Michigan vs. Purdue
Dunkel Ratings: Central Michigan 81.392; Purdue 85.522
Dunkel Line: Purdue by 4; 75
Vegas Line: Purdue by 9; 72
Dunkel Pick: Central Michigan (+9); Over

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27

Game 403-404: Texas vs. Arizona State
Dunkel Ratings: Texas 96.683; Arizona State 99.483
Dunkel Line: Arizona State by 3; 68
Vegas Line: Texas by 2 1/2; 62 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Arizona State (+2 1/2); Over

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28

Game 405-406: Michigan State vs. Boston College
Dunkel Ratings: Michigan State 99.341; Boston College 97.258
Dunkel Line: Michigan State by 2; 60
Vegas Line: Boston College by 3 1/2; 56 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Michigan State (+3 1/2); Over

Game 407-408: TCU vs. Houston
Dunkel Ratings: TCU 95.433; Houston 83.788
Dunkel Line: TCU by 11 1/2; 66
Vegas Line: TCU by 3 1/2; 60
Dunkel Pick: TCU (-3 1/2); Over

Game 409-410: Maryland vs. Oregon State
Dunkel Ratings: Maryland 97.194; Oregon State 98.854
Dunkel Line: Oregon State by 1 1/2; 46
Vegas Line: Oregon State by 4 1/2; 49
Dunkel Pick: Maryland (+4 1/2); Under

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29

Game 413-414: Connecticut vs. Wake Forest
Dunkel Ratings: Connecticut 95.073; Wake Forest 93.060
Dunkel Line: Connecticut by 2; 51
Vegas Line: Wake Forest by 3 1/2; 48 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Connecticut (+3 1/2); Over

Game 415-416: Central Florida vs. Mississippi State
Dunkel Ratings: Central Florida 87.201; Mississippi State 90.690
Dunkel Line: Mississippi State by 3 1/2; 56
Vegas Line: Central Florida by 3; 60
Dunkel Pick: Mississippi State (+3); Under

Game 417-418: Penn State vs. Texas A&M
Dunkel Ratings: Penn State 97.908; Texas A&M 96.335
Dunkel Line: Penn State by 1 1/2; 49
Vegas Line: Penn State by 6; 51 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Texas A&M (+6); Under

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30

Game 449-450: Colorado vs. Alabama
Dunkel Ratings: Colorado 93.541; Alabama 93.507
Dunkel Line: Even; 56
Vegas Line: Alabama by 4; 51
Dunkel Pick: Colorado (+4); Over

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31

Game 451-452: Air Force vs. California
Dunkel Ratings: Air Force 95.982; California 95.318
Dunkel Line: Even; 52
Vegas Line: California by 4; 54
Dunkel Pick: Air Force (+4); Under

Game 453-454: Oregon vs. South Florida
Dunkel Ratings: Oregon 95.990; South Florida 97.318
Dunkel Line: South Florida by 1 1/2; 56
Vegas Line: South Florida by 7; 52
Dunkel Pick: Oregon (+7); Over

Game 455-456: Fresno State vs. Georgia Tech
Dunkel Ratings: Fresno State 88.248; Georgia Tech 90.721
Dunkel Line: Georgia Tech by 2 1/2; 50
Vegas Line: Georgia Tech by 4 1/2; 54 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Fresno State (+4 1/2); Under

Game 457-458: Florida State vs. Kentucky
Dunkel Ratings: Florida State 94.005; Kentucky 96.901
Dunkel Line: Kentucky by 3; 52
Vegas Line: Pick; 56
Dunkel Pick: Kentucky; Under

Game 459-460: Indiana vs. Oklahoma State
Dunkel Ratings: Indiana 85.280; Oklahoma State 97.061
Dunkel Line: Oklahoma State by 12; 60
Vegas Line: Oklahoma State by 4; 69
Dunkel Pick: Oklahoma State (-4); Under

Game 461-462: Auburn vs. Clemson
Dunkel Ratings: Auburn 95.786; Clemson 99.817
Dunkel Line: Clemson by 4; 52 1/2
Vegas Line: Clemson by 1 1/2; 48
Dunkel Pick: Clemson (-1 1/2); Over

TUESDAY, JANUARY 1

Game 463-464: Wisconsin vs. Tennessee
Dunkel Ratings: Wisconsin 98.299; Tennessee 97.478
Dunkel Line: Wisconsin by 1; 62
Vegas Line: Tennessee by 4; 59 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Wisconsin (+4); Over

Game 465-466: Arkansas vs. Missouri
Dunkel Ratings: Arkansas 101.992; Missouri 104.454
Dunkel Line: Missouri by 2 1/2; 72
Vegas Line: Missouri by 3 1/2; 69 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Arkansas (+3 1/2); Over

Game 467-468: Michigan vs. Florida
Dunkel Ratings: Michigan 95.120; Florida 107.493
Dunkel Line: Florida by 12 1/2; 67
Vegas Line: Florida by 9 1/2; 60
Dunkel Pick: Florida (-9 1/2); Over

Game 469-470: Texas Tech vs. Virginia
Dunkel Ratings: Texas Tech 97.229; Virginia 94.831
Dunkel Line: Texas Tech by 2 1/2; 57
Vegas Line: Texas Tech by 5 1/2; 60
Dunkel Pick: Virginia (+5 1/2); Under

Game 471-472: Illinois vs. USC
Dunkel Ratings: Illinois 95.302; USC 105.428
Dunkel Line: USC by 10; 46
Vegas Line: USC by 13 1/2; 50
Dunkel Pick: Illinois (+13 1/2); Under

Game 473-474: Hawaii vs. Georgia
Dunkel Ratings: Hawaii 99.289; Georgia 103.503
Dunkel Line: Georgia by 4; 64
Vegas Line: Georgia by 9; 69
Dunkel Pick: Hawaii (+9); Under

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2

Game 475-476: West Virginia at Oklahoma
Dunkel Ratings: West Virginia 107.094; Oklahoma 109.453
Dunkel Line: Oklahoma by 2 1/2; 59
Vegas Line: Oklahoma by 7; 63 1/2
Dunkel Pick: West Virginia (+7); Under

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3

Game 477-478: Kansas vs. Virginia Tech
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas 108.046; Virginia Tech 108.374
Dunkel Line: Even; 57
Vegas Line: Virginia Tech by 3 1/2; 54
Dunkel Pick: Kansas (+3 1/2); Over

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5

Game 483-484: Ball State vs. Rutgers
Dunkel Ratings: Ball State 83.401; Rutgers 91.494
Dunkel Line: Rutgers by 8; 55
Vegas Line: Rutgers by 10; 60
Dunkel Pick: Ball State (+10); Under

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6

Game 489-490: Bowling Green vs. Tulsa
Dunkel Ratings: Bowling Green 83.544; Tulsa 84.741
Dunkel Line: Tulsa by 1; 69
Vegas Line: Tulsa by 5; 76
Dunkel Pick: Bowling Green (+5); Under

MONDAY, JANUARY 7

Game 491-492: Ohio State vs. LSU
Dunkel Ratings: Ohio State 109.014; LSU 112.040
Dunkel Line: LSU by 3; 54
Vegas Line: LSU by 6; 51 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Ohio State (+6); Over

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:04 AM

College Football – Long Sheet

NCAAF
Long Sheet

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Thursday, December 20
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NAVY (8 - 4) vs. UTAH (8 - 4) - 12/20/2007, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 23-7 ATS (+15.3 Units) when playing with 2 weeks or more of rest since 1992.
UTAH is 23-9 ATS (+13.1 Units) after a bye week since 1992.
UTAH is 24-9 ATS (+14.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.
NAVY is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) against Mountain West conference opponents since 1992.
NAVY is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) when playing with 2 weeks or more of rest since 1992.
NAVY is 48-19 ATS (+27.1 Units) in road games in games played on a grass field since 1992.
NAVY is 16-5 ATS (+10.5 Units) in December games since 1992.
NAVY is 51-21 ATS (+27.9 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1992.
NAVY is 97-67 ATS (+23.3 Units) in all games since 1992.
NAVY is 97-67 ATS (+23.3 Units) in all lined games since 1992.
NAVY is 63-38 ATS (+21.2 Units) as an underdog since 1992.

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

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Friday, December 21
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FLA ATLANTIC (7 - 5) vs. MEMPHIS (7 - 5) - 12/21/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FLA ATLANTIC is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) in road games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
MEMPHIS is 7-21 ATS (-16.1 Units) after 2 or more consecutive straight up wins since 1992.

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

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Saturday, December 22
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SOUTHERN MISS (7 - 5) vs. CINCINNATI (9 - 3) - 12/22/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SOUTHERN MISS is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) when playing on a Saturday over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) in all games this season.
CINCINNATI is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) in all lined games this season.

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

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NEVADA (6 - 6) at NEW MEXICO (8 - 4) - 12/22/2007, 4:30 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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UCLA (6 - 6) vs. BYU (10 - 2) - 12/22/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BYU is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) in road games revenging a loss against opponent since 1992.
UCLA is 16-7 ATS (+8.3 Units) when playing on a Saturday over the last 2 seasons.
UCLA is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after playing a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
UCLA is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
UCLA is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
UCLA is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
UCLA is 1-0 against the spread versus BYU over the last 3 seasons
UCLA is 1-0 straight up against BYU 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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Sunday, December 23
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E CAROLINA (7 - 5) vs. BOISE ST (10 - 2) - 12/23/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOISE ST is 49-19 ATS (+28.1 Units) after playing a conference game since 1992.
BOISE ST is 45-26 ATS (+16.4 Units) in games played on turf since 1992.
BOISE ST is 25-9 ATS (+15.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.
BOISE ST is 71-42 ATS (+24.8 Units) in all games since 1992.
BOISE ST is 71-42 ATS (+24.8 Units) in all lined games since 1992.
BOISE ST is 55-32 ATS (+19.8 Units) as a favorite since 1992.
E CAROLINA is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after playing a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) off a win against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 17-8 ATS (+8.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
E CAROLINA is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.

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

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Wednesday, December 26
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C MICHIGAN (8 - 5) vs. PURDUE (7 - 5) - 12/26/2007, 7:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
C MICHIGAN is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) in games played on turf over the last 2 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
C MICHIGAN is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PURDUE is 1-0 against the spread versus C MICHIGAN over the last 3 seasons
PURDUE is 1-0 straight up against C MICHIGAN 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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Thursday, December 27
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TEXAS (9 - 3) vs. ARIZONA ST (10 - 2) - 12/27/2007, 8:00 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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Friday, December 28
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MICHIGAN ST (7 - 5) vs. BOSTON COLLEGE (10 - 3) - 12/28/2007, 5:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MICHIGAN ST is 6-16 ATS (-11.6 Units) after playing a conference game over the last 3 seasons.

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

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TCU (7 - 5) vs. HOUSTON (8 - 4) - 12/28/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TCU is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) after 2 or more consecutive straight up wins over the last 3 seasons.
TCU is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
TCU is 23-12 ATS (+9.8 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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MARYLAND (6 - 6) vs. OREGON ST (8 - 4) - 12/28/2007, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OREGON ST is 68-45 ATS (+18.5 Units) after playing a conference game since 1992.
OREGON ST is 31-15 ATS (+14.5 Units) off a win against a conference rival since 1992.

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

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Saturday, December 29
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CONNECTICUT (9 - 3) vs. WAKE FOREST (8 - 4) - 12/29/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CONNECTICUT is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
CONNECTICUT is 21-8 ATS (+12.2 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
WAKE FOREST is 1-0 against the spread versus CONNECTICUT over the last 3 seasons
WAKE FOREST is 1-0 straight up against CONNECTICUT 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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UCF (10 - 3) vs. MISSISSIPPI ST (7 - 5) - 12/29/2007, 4:30 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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PENN ST (8 - 4) vs. TEXAS A&M (7 - 5) - 12/29/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS A&M is 4-14 ATS (-11.4 Units) in road games after a bye week since 1992.

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

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Sunday, December 30
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COLORADO (6 - 6) vs. ALABAMA (6 - 6) - 12/30/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
ALABAMA is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) after 2 or more consecutive straight up losses over the last 2 seasons.
ALABAMA is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in all games this season.
ALABAMA is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in all lined games this season.
ALABAMA is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) as a favorite 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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Monday, December 31, 2007
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AIR FORCE (9 - 3) vs. CALIFORNIA (6 - 6) - 12/31/2007, 12:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
AIR FORCE is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in road games when playing with 2 weeks or more of rest since 1992.
AIR FORCE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
AIR FORCE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all games this season.
AIR FORCE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all lined games this season.
CALIFORNIA is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) after playing a conference game this season.
CALIFORNIA is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.
CALIFORNIA is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
CALIFORNIA is 12-23 ATS (-13.3 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
CALIFORNIA is 12-23 ATS (-13.3 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
CALIFORNIA is 32-55 ATS (-28.5 Units) as a favorite since 1992.

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

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OREGON (8 - 4) vs. S FLORIDA (9 - 3) - 12/31/2007, 2:00 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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FRESNO ST (8 - 4) vs. GEORGIA TECH (7 - 5) - 12/31/2007, 2:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
FRESNO ST is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
FRESNO ST is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 Units) in all lined 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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FLORIDA ST (7 - 5) vs. KENTUCKY (7 - 5) - 12/31/2007, 4:00 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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INDIANA (7 - 5) vs. OKLAHOMA ST (6 - 6) - 12/31/2007, 5:30 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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AUBURN (8 - 4) vs. CLEMSON (9 - 3) - 12/31/2007, 8:00 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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Tuesday, January 1, 2008
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WISCONSIN (9 - 3) vs. TENNESSEE (9 - 4) - 1/1/2008, 11:00 AM
Top Trends for this game.
WISCONSIN is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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ARKANSAS (8 - 4) vs. MISSOURI (11 - 2) - 1/1/2008, 11:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MISSOURI is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points this season.

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

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MICHIGAN (8 - 4) vs. FLORIDA (9 - 3) - 1/1/2008, 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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TEXAS TECH (8 - 4) vs. VIRGINIA (9 - 3) - 1/1/2008, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS TECH is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) in road games off a win against a conference rival over the last 3 seasons.
VIRGINIA is 16-30 ATS (-17.0 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.

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

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ILLINOIS (9 - 3) vs. USC (10 - 2) - 1/1/2008, 5:00 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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HAWAII (12 - 0) vs. GEORGIA (10 - 2) - 1/1/2008, 8:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GEORGIA is 17-5 ATS (+11.5 Units) in road games in non-conference games since 1992.
GEORGIA is 44-24 ATS (+17.6 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1992.

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

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Wednesday, January 2
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W VIRGINIA (10 - 2) vs. OKLAHOMA (11 - 2) - 1/2/2008, 8:00 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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Thursday, January 3
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KANSAS (11 - 1) vs. VIRGINIA TECH (11 - 2) - 1/3/2008, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS is 46-75 ATS (-36.5 Units) after playing a conference game since 1992.
KANSAS is 25-48 ATS (-27.8 Units) off a loss against a conference rival since 1992.
KANSAS is 39-59 ATS (-25.9 Units) as an underdog since 1992.
VIRGINIA TECH is 7-1 ATS (+5.9 Units) after playing a conference game this season.
VIRGINIA TECH is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
VIRGINIA TECH is 32-9 ATS (+22.1 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points since 1992.
KANSAS is 15-5 ATS (+9.5 Units) when playing with 2 weeks or more of rest since 1992.
KANSAS is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in all games this season.
KANSAS is 10-1 ATS (+8.9 Units) in all lined games this season.

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

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Saturday, January 5
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BALL ST (7 - 5) vs. RUTGERS (7 - 5) - 1/5/2008, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BALL ST is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
BALL ST is 22-11 ATS (+9.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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Sunday, January 6
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BOWLING GREEN (8 - 4) vs. TULSA (9 - 4) - 1/6/2008, 8:00 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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Monday, January 7
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OHIO ST (11 - 1) vs. LSU (11 - 2) - 1/7/2008, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LSU is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
OHIO ST is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
OHIO ST is 24-11 ATS (+11.9 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
OHIO ST is 24-11 ATS (+11.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:05 AM

College Football – Short Sheet

NCAAF
Short Sheet

Thursday, December 20th

SDC Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl
San Diego, California
TV: ESPN
Navy vs. Utah, 9:00 ET

Navy:
6-1 Over off a conference game
9-2 Over after winning 6 or 7 of their last 8 games

Utah:
10-2 ATS off 3+ conference games
23-9 ATS playing with rest

Friday, December 21st

R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
New Orleans, Louisiana
TV: ESPN2
Florida Atlantic vs. Memphis, 8:00 ET

Florida Atlantic:
6-1 Over off an Over
6-0 Over in the second half of the season

Memphis:
3-12 ATS off BB conference wins
2-14 ATS after scoring 42+ points

Saturday, December 22nd

PapaJohns.com Bowl
Birmingham, Alabama
TV: ESPN2
Southern Miss vs. Cincinnati, 1:00 ET

Southern Miss:
0-6 ATS as an underdog
6-16 ATS off a SU win / ATS loss

Cincinnati:
12-2 ATS off an ATS win
5-1 ATS off a win by 21+ points

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New Mexico Bowl
Albuquerque, New Mexico
TV: ESPN
Nevada vs. New Mexico, 4:30 ET

Nevada:
7-0 Under away after scoring 42+ points
9-1 Under away off 3+ conference games

New Mexico:
0-9 ATS after allowing 6 or less points
1-8 ATS after winning 4 or 5 of their last 6 games

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Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl
Las Vegas, Nevada
TV: ESPN
UCLA vs. BYU, 8:00 ET

UCLA:
9-1 ATS as an underdog
8-1 ATS off a conference loss

BYU:
10-2 Under playing on a neutral field
29-14 Under as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points

Sunday, December 23rd

Sheriton Hawaii Bowl
Honolulu, Hawaii
TV: ESPN
East Carolina vs. Boise State, 8:00 ET

East Carolina:
14-4 Under after winning 3 of their last 4 games
12-5 Under off BB conference games

Boise State:
41-12 ATS off BB conference games
18-3 ATS with a total of 63+ points

Wednesday, December 26th

Motor City Bowl
Detroit, Michigan
TV: ESPN
Central Michigan vs. Purdue, 7:30 ET

Central Michigan:
14-5 ATS playing on artificial turf
10-2 ATS after winning 2 of their last 3 games

Purdue:
9-0 Under off BB losses
16-6 Under off a conference game

Thursday, December 27th

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl
San Diego, California
TV: ESPN
Texas vs. Arizona State, 8:00 ET

Texas:
13-3 ATS off 3+ Overs
10-2 ATS after allowing 525+ total yards

Arizona State:
11-2 Under away off a home game
12-4 Under away off a conference game

Friday, December 28th

Champs Sports Bowl
Orlando, Florida
TV: ESPN
Michigan State vs. Boston College, 5:00 ET

Michigan State:
6-16 ATS off a conference game
6-16 ATS off BB games with combined scores of 60+ points

Boston College:
12-4 Under playing on grass fields
21-9 Under away off an ATS loss

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Texas Bowl
Houston, Texas
TV: NFL
TCU vs. Houston, 8:00 ET

TCU:
10-1 ATS off BB conference wins
16-5 ATS after having 275+ rushing yards

Houston:
6-0 Under off an ATS loss
6-0 Under away off a combined score of 60+ points

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Emerald Bowl
San Francisco, California
TV: ESPN
Maryland vs. Oregon State, 8:30 ET

Maryland:
17-3 Under after scoring 37+ points
14-4 Under after committing 0 turnovers

Oregon State:
10-2 ATS off a conference win by 7 or less points
12-3 ATS off BB conference games

Saturday, December 29th

Meineke Car Care Bowl
Charlotte, North Carolina
TV: ESPN
Connecticut vs. Wake Forest, 1:00 ET

Connecticut:
8-1 ATS off a road loss
21-8 ATS away vs. non-conference opponents

Wake Forest:
16-6 Under vs. non-conference opponents
8-2 Under off BB games forcing 3+ turnovers

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AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Memphis, Tennessee
TV: ESPN
Central Florida vs. Mississippi State, 4:30 ET

Central Florida:
6-1 Under off a conference win
7-0 Under after allowing 325+ passing yards

Mississippi State:
16-30 ATS off an Under
1-5 ATS off a home win

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Valero Alamo Bowl
San Antonio, Texas
TV: ESPN
Penn State vs. Texas A&M, 8:00 ET

Penn State:
16-5 Under away vs. non-conference opponents
22-9 Under off a combined score of 60+ points

Texas A&M:
1-12 ATS after gaining 525+ total yards
4-14 ATS away playing with rest

Sunday, December 30th

PetroSun Indepedence Bowl
Shreveport, Louisiana
TV: ESPN
Colorado vs. Alabama, 8:00 ET

Colorado:
10-1 Over after scoring 50+ points
6-0 Over after allowing 325+ passing yards

Alabama:
3-11 ATS as a favorite
0-6 ATS off BB losses

Monday, December 31st

Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl
Fort Worth, Texas
TV: ESPN
Air Force at California, 12:30 ET

Air Force:
7-1 ATS off a straight up win
13-3 ATS away playing with 2+ weeks rest

California:
0-7 ATS off BB conference games
2-10 ATS off a straight up loss

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Brut Sun Bowl
El Paso, Texas
TV: CBS
Oregon vs. South Florida, 2:00 ET

Oregon:
16-6 ATS off a home loss
9-2 ATS after forcing 3+ turnovers

South Florida:
9-2 Under after winning 2 of their last 3 games
5-1 Under off BB conference wins

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Roady's Humanitarian Bowl
El Paso, Texas
TV: ESPN2
Fresno State vs. Georgia Tech, 2:00 ET

Fresno State:
20-8 Over playing on artificial turf
22-10 Over off an Under

Georgia Tech:
1-9 ATS off BB Overs
1-5 ATS off a home game

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Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl
Nashville, Tennessee
TV: ESPN
Florida State vs. Kentucky, 4:00 ET

Florida State:
6-1 ATS after allowing 37+ points
5-1 ATS off 3+ games forcing 1 or 0 turnovers

Kentucky:
11-3 Under playing with 2+ weeks rest
12-2 Under off BB conference losses

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Insight Bowl
Tempe, Arizona
TV: NFL
Indiana vs. Oklahoma State, 5:30 ET

Indiana:
4-15 ATS off 5+ games committing 2+ turnovers
1-5 ATS off a home win by 3 or less points

Oklahoma State:
13-3 Over off an ATS loss
5-1 Over off BB road games

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Chick-fil-A Bowl
Atlanta, Georgia
TV: ESPN
(TC) Auburn vs. Clemson, 7:30 ET

Auburn:
6-1 ATS as an underdog
5-1 ATS with a line of +3 to -3

Clemson:
9-2 Under in bowl games
16-6 Under after winning 4 of their last 5 games

Tuesday, January 1st

Outback Bowl
Tampa, Florida
TV: ESPN
Wisconsin vs. Tennessee, 11:00am ET

Wisconsin:
10-2 ATS vs. non-conference opponents
39-22 ATS after forcing 3+ turnovers

Tennessee:
5-1 Under off BB games with 40+ pass attempts
8-3 Under off 3+ conference games

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AT&T Cotton Bowl
Dallas, Texas
TV: FOX
Arkansas vs. Missouri, 11:30am ET

Arkansas:
7-1 ATS off BB games allowing 31+ points
15-4 ATS off a combined score of 70+ points

Missouri:
24-7 Over after committing 1 or 0 turnovers
7-3 Over off a loss by 21+ points

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Capital One Bowl
Orlando, Florida
TV: ABC
Michigan vs. Florida, 1:00 ET

Michigan:
0-5 ATS after having 100 or less rushing yards
3-7 ATS off a straight up loss

Florida:
9-2 ATS vs. non-conference opponents
6-1 ATS off an ATS win as a favorite of 10+ points

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Gator Bowl
Jacksonville, Florida
TV: CBS
Texas Tech vs. Virginia, 1:00 ET

Texas Tech:
0-8 ATS away off a conference win
0-7 ATS away off an ATS win

Virginia:
10-2 Under off a straight up loss
8-1 Under after having 100 or less rushing yards

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Rose Bowl presented by Citi
Pasadena, California
TV: ABC
Illinois vs. USC, 4:30 ET

Illinois:
7-1 ATS off a straight up win
10-2 ATS away after scoring 37+ points

USC:
9-2 Under as a favorite
7-1 Under off a conference game

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Sugar Bowl
New Orleans, Louisiana
TV: FOX
Hawaii vs. Georgia, 8:30 ET

Hawaii:
7-1 Under off 7+ wins
6-1 Under playing on artificial turf

Georgia:
17-5 ATS away vs. non-conference opponents
21-9 ATS away off an Under

Wednesday, January 2nd

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl
Glendale, Arizona
TV: FOX
West Virginia vs. Oklahoma, 8:00 ET

West Virginia:
8-1 ATS away off an ATS loss
6-0 ATS off BB games having 125 or less passing yards

Oklahoma:
8-1 Under away off 3+ conference games
14-4 Under as a neutral field favorite

Thursday, January 3rd

FedEx Orand Bowl
Miami, Florida
TV: FOX
Kansas vs. Virginia Tech, 8:00 ET

Kansas:
3-12 ATS after winning 4 or 5 of their last 6 games
25-48 ATS off a conference loss

Virginia Tech:
7-1 ATS off a conference game
15-5 ATS in the second half of the season

Saturday, January 5th

International Bowl
Toronto, Canada
TV: ESPN2
Ball State vs. Rutgers, 12:00 ET

Ball State:
9-1 ATS off an ATS loss
6-1 ATS off a win by 6 or less points

Rutgers:
10-4 Over off BB conference games
4-1 Over playing with 2+ days rest

Sunday, January 6th

GMAC Bowl
Mobile, Alabama
TV: ESPN
Bowling Green vs. Tulsa, 8:00 ET

Bowling Green:
19-8 ATS off a home win by 17+ points
16-6 ATS after allowing 3 or less first-half points

Tulsa:
0-6 ATS after allowing 37+ points
0-8 ATS after having 475+ total yards

Monday, January 7th

BCS Championship Game
New Orleans, Louisiana
TV: FOX
Ohio State vs. LSU, 8:00 ET

Ohio State:
12-1 ATS off an Under
10-2 ATS off a road game

LSU:
1-5 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points
1-5 ATS off an ATS loss

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:07 AM

College Football – Tips & Trends

NCAAF
Tips and Trends

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Tips and Trends
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(Note: Additional info should be available on subsequent updates)

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20TH

San Diego Co. Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl - San Diego, CA
Utah vs. Navy (ESPN | 9 PM ET)

Utah has won 6 straight bowl games, the second-longest postseason winning streak in the nation.
Navy’s owns the top-ranked rushing offense in the country and faces the top scoring defense in the Mountain West. However, Air Force rolled 334 yards on the ground against the Utes in a 20-12 win back on September 8 th.
Navy is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 games vs. Mountain West opponents.
The OVER is 8-2 in Navy’s last 10 neutral site games.
The OVER is 9-3 in Navy’s last 12 non-conference games.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21ST

R&L Carriers Bowl - New Orleans, LA
Florida Atlantic vs. Memphis (ESPN2 | 8 PM ET)

Memphis won 5 of 6 to end the season following the tragic shooting death of DL Taylor Bradford.
The OVER is 8-2 in Florida Atlantic’s last 10 non-conference games.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22ND

PapJohns.com Bowl - Birmingham, AL
Cincinnati vs. Southern Miss (ESPN2 | 1 PM ET)

Tale of two coaches here as Cincinnati’s Brian Kelly is on the hot list for every major job in the country after turning the Bearcats into a Top 25 team while Southern Miss’ Jeff Bower resigned and will be coaching his last game for the Golden Eagles.
Cincinnati is 8-2-1 ATS in its last 11 games.

New Mexico Bowl - Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico vs. Nevada (ESPN | 4:30 PM ET)

This is essentially a home game for the Lobos, who were 5-1 SU in Albuquerque this year but only 2-3 ATS. In fact, New Mexico is just 6-13 ATS in its last 19 home games.
Nevada freshman QB Colin Kaepernick was 4-3 as a starter this season, but 3 of those losses were decided by a combined 7 points. The Wolfpack covered 2 of those 3 losses but dropped 5 of 6 ATS overall to end the season.
Nevada is 15-5 ATS in its last 20 games on grass.

Pioneer PureVision Las Vegas Bowl - Las Vegas, NV
BYU vs. UCLA (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

Second meeting between the teams after UCLA won 27-17 in Week 2. BYU has won 9 straight since then while the Bruins finished the season at 6-6 and fired head coach Karl Dorrell.
UCLA is 9-2 ATS in its last 11 games vs. Mountain West opponents.
The UNDER is 9-2 in UCLA’s last 11 games vs. Mountain West opponents.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23RD

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl - Honolulu, HI
East Carolina vs. Boise State (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

East Carolina played only 2 ranked teams all season, losing to Virginia Tech and West Virginia by a combined score of 65-14.
The Broncos return to Hawaii for the second time in a month after losing to the Warriors 39-27 back on November 23 rd.
The UNDER is 8-2 in Boise State’s last 10 non-conference games.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26TH

Motor City Bowl - Detroit, MI
Purdue vs. Central Michigan (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

Insiders believe this is a classic power conference vs. mid-major “mismatch” where the public will likely assume the bigger, more physical Boilermakers will push the Chippewas around. However, Purdue dropped 3 straight to close out the regular season following a 5-0 start and finished a disappointing 3-5 in Big Ten play. Central Michigan won 4 of 5 before winning the MAC title game.
Central Michigan is 3-9-1 ATS in its last 13 games vs. Big Ten opponents.
Purdue is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games vs. MAC opponents.
The OVER is 7-1-1 in Central Michigan’s last 9 non-conference games.
The OVER is 7-1 in Central Michigan’s last 8 games overall.
The OVER is 7-3-1 in Purdue’s last 11 non-conference games.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27TH

Pacific Life Holiday Bowl - San Diego, CA
Texas vs. Arizona State (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

The OVER is 8-2 in Texas’ last 10 games as a favorite.
The OVER is 10-3 in Texas’ last 13 non-conference games.
The UNDER is 12-2 in Arizona State’s last 15 games overall.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28TH

Champs Sports Bowl - Orlando, FL
Boston College vs. Michigan State (ESPN | 5 PM ET)

Michigan State is 7-19 ATS in its last 26 games on grass.
Boston College is 15-6 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
The OVER is 7-2 in Boston College’s last 9 games as a favorite.

Texas Bowl - Houston, TX
TCU vs. Houston (NFL | 8 PM ET)

TCU is 5-16 ATS in its last 21 vs. Conference USA.
The UNDER is 8-2 in TCU’s last 10 games as a favorite.

Emerald Bowl - San Francisco, CA
Maryland vs. Oregon State (ESPN | 8:30 PM ET)

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29TH

Meineke Car Care Bowl - Charlotte, NC
Wake Forest vs. Connecticut (ESPN | 1 PM ET)

UConn is 16-5 ATS in its last 21 games on grass.
UConn is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 overall.
The UNDER is 11-4 in UConn’s last 15 non-conference games.
The OVER is 7-2 in Wake Forest’s last 9 games.

AutoZona Liberty Bowl - Memphis, TN
Central Florida vs. Mississippi State (ESPN | 4:30 PM ET)

The UNDER is 8-3 in Mississippi State’s last 11 vs. Conference USA.

Alamo Bowl - San Antonio, TX
Penn State vs. Texas A&M (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30TH

Petro Sun Independence Bowl - Shreveport, LA
Colorado vs. Alabama (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31ST

Bell Helicoptor Armed Forces Bowl - Fort Worth, TX
Air Force vs. California (ESPN | 12:30 PM ET)

While Air Force has won six of its last seven games, the game they lost, 34-31 to New Mexico, was the only team of the bunch to finish the season with a winning record. Going back even farther, the last win Air Force had over a winning team was on September 13th, when they beat Texas Christian, 20-17.
Although the Bears have lost five of their last six games, it gives the team a chance to finish on an up note, and begin laying the foundation for next season. The game also marks a homecoming for the two Golden Bears from the Dallas area, Justin Forsett and Brock Mansion.
Motivation could again be a huge factor, as Cal lost $10 in slipping from Rose Bowl to Holiday Bowl and got blown out 45-31 by Texas Tech as an 11-point favorite back in 2004.
Cal is 2-12 ATS in its last 14 games on grass.
The OVER is 13-6 in Air Force’s last 19 games as an underdog.

Sun Bowl - El Paso, TX
South Florida vs. Oregon (CBS | 2 PM ET)

Oregon is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games on turf.
South Florida is 14-6 ATS in its last 20 games overall.
The OVER is 7-3 in Oregon’s last 10 non-conference games.

Humanitarian Bowl - Boise, ID
Georgia Tech vs. Fresno State (ESPN2 | 2 PM ET)

Fresno State is 7-19 ATS in its last 26 games overall.
The OVER is 10-4 in Fresno’s last 14 games as an underdog.
The OVER is 6-2 in Fresno’s last 8 games on turf.

Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl - Nashville, TN
Kentucky vs. Florida State (ESPN | 4 PM ET)

Chick-fil-A Bowl - Atlanta, GA
Auburn vs. Clemson (ESPN | 7:30 PM ET)

Auburn is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games overall.
Clemson is 3-7 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
The UNDER is 15-5 in Auburn’s last 20 games as an underdog.
The UNDER is 11-5 in Clemson’s last 16 non-conference games.

Insight Bowl - Tempe, AZ
Indiana vs. Oklahoma State (NFL | TBA)

Indiana is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games on grass.
The OVER is 16-7 in Indiana’s last 23 games as an underdog.
The OVER is 7-2 in Oklahoma State’s last 9 games as a favorite.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 1ST

Outback Bowl - Tampa Bay, FL
Wisconsin vs. Tennessee (ESPN | 11 AM ET)

Wisconsin is 2-6 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
Wisconsin is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games overall.

AT&T Cotton Bowl - Dallas, TX
Missouri vs. Arkansas (FOX | 11:30 AM ET)

Missouri is 8-2 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
Missouri is 11-3 ATS in its last 14 games overall.
The OVER is 8-2 in Arkansas’ last 10 non-conference games.
The OVER is 10-4 in Missouri’s last 14 games overall.

Gator Bowl - Jacksonville, FL
Virginia vs. Texas Tech (CBS | 1 PM ET)

The UNDER is 11-5-1 in Virginia’s last 17 games overall.

Capital One Bowl - Orlando, FL
Michigan vs. Florida (ABC | 1 PM ET)

The OVER is 8-1 in Michigan’s last 9 Bowl games.
The UNDER is 9-4 in Florida’s last 13 non-conference games.

Rose Bowl - Pasadena, CA
USC vs. Illinois (ABC | 4:30 PM ET)

Insiders believe no team will benefit more from the extra time off than the Trojans, who were also beat up at the end of last season before beating Michigan 32-18 in the Rose Bowl. Injuries ultimately hurt USC’s shot at the national championship, as both of the team’s losses happened with backup QB Mark Sanchez under center. Many considered the Trojans the most dangerous team in the country at the end of the season with the early losses costing them a BCS spot.
Illinois is 3-11 ATS in its last 14 games on grass.
Illinois is 10-3 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
The UNDER is 10-1 in Illinois’ last 11 games on grass.
The UNDER is 16-5 in USC’s last 21 games overall.

Allstate Sugar Bowl - New Orleans, LA
Hawaii vs. Georgia (FOX | 8:30 PM ET)

Oddsmakers opened Hawaii at +8 in this game after Boise State’s stunning win over Oklahoma last year in the Fiesta Bowl, but the public quickly bet this number up to 11 points in favor of Georgia. Many still believe Hawaii’s schedule that produced an unbeaten season was too soft and lacked a legitimate power conference opponent like the Bulldogs.
Georgia likely won’t be overconfident in this game after underestimating West Virginia in the 2006 Sugar Bowl. The Bulldogs were blown out by the Mountaineers in the first half before a furious rally came up short. They realize this is a statement game for them, which could lead to a preseason #1 ranking next year with an impressive victory.
Two very different offenses will take the field in New Orleans, as Georgia would love to control the clock with a power running game while Hawaii looks to light up the scoreboard with a pass-happy attack led by Heisman Trophy contender Colt Brennan. Some insiders think the Bulldogs will get a major test defensively since the closest thing to Hawaii’s offense in the SEC is Kentucky.
Hawaii is 17-6 ATS in its last 23 games on turf.
Hawaii is 7-18 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
The OVER is 23-9-1 in Hawaii’s last 33 games on turf.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2ND

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl - Glendale, AZ
Oklahoma vs. West Virginia (FOX | 8 PM ET)

Oklahoma played in this game a year ago and saw an underrated Boise State team pull off a shocking upset. The Sooners have had to listen to how they “let themselves get beat” by the Broncos every day since then and just got done beating a Missouri team that said “they beat themselves” in the first meeting. Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops takes revenge very seriously, so you can bet he will have his team fired up for an explosive West Virginia team with a similar run-oriented attack as Boise.
West Virginia is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games on grass.
West Virginia is 3-7 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
The OVER is 7-1 in Oklahoma’s last 8 non-conference games.
The UNDER is 6-1 in Oklahoma’s last 8 Bowl games.
The UNDER is 7-3 in West Virginia’s last 10 games overall.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3RD

FedEx Orange Bowl - Miami, FL
Virginia Tech vs. Kansas (FOX | 8 PM ET)

Kansas is 19-7 ATS in its last 26 games overall.
The OVER is 6-2 in Kansas’ last 8 games as an underdog.
The OVER is 14-6 in Kansas’ last 20 non-conference games.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5TH

International Bowl - Toronto, ON
Rutgers vs. Ball State (ESPN2 | 12 PM ET)

Ball State is 11-4 ATS in its last 15 games overall.
Rutgers is 7-3 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6TH

GMAC Bowl - Mobile, AL
Tulsa vs. Bowling Green (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

Tulsa is 2-9 ATS in its last 11 games overall.
The UNDER is 9-4 in Bowling Green’s last 13 games on grass.
The OVER is 9-4 in Bowling Green’s last 13 non-conference games.

MONDAY, JANUARY 7TH

BCS National Championship - New Orleans, LA
Ohio State vs. Louisiana State (FOX | 8 PM ET)

Last year, the extended time off (51 days) between games really cooled off the previously unbeaten Buckeyes, and insiders feel that same problem will recur against the SEC’s best team. The Tigers have the most NFL talent on their roster and will be able to make good use of the break to heal their wounds, just like USC did in last year’s Rose Bowl. That’s bad news for the Buckeyes and could very well lead to another ugly title game.
Ohio State is 6-2 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
Ohio State is 23-8 ATS in its last 31 games overall.
LSU is 8-2-1 ATS in its last 11 games on turf.
LSU is 2-7-1 ATS in its last 10 games overall.
Underdog is 6-3 SU in BCS title games, winning 4 of last 5.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:08 AM

National Basketball Association - Tips & Trends

NBA

Wednesday, December 12

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Tips and Trends
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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers (7 PM ET)
Bulls are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 games overall.
Pacers are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 home games.
The favorite is 6-0 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

Minnesota Timberwolves at Philadelphia 76ers (7 PM ET)
Wolves are 9-24 ATS in their last 33 road games against a losing home team.
Wolves are 2-5-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.
76ers are 11-4-2 ATS in their last 17 Wednesday games.

Dallas Mavericks at Toronto Raptors (7 PM ET)
Mavs are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 road games against a winning home team.
Raptors are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 games as a small home underdog.
The OVER is 5-1-1 in the last 7 meetings.

LA Clippers at Charlotte Bobcats (7 PM ET)
Clippers are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games overall.
Hornets are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games overall.
The road team is 5-0-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

Sacramento Kings at Boston Celtics (7:30 PM ET)
Kings are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following an ATS loss.
Celtics are 12-5 ATS in their last 17 home games against a losing road team.
The UNDER is 7-0 in the last 7 meetings in Boston.

Seattle Sonics at NY Knicks (7:30 PM ET)
Sonics are 4-10-1 ATS in their last 15 road games against a losing home team.
Knicks are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games as a home favorite.
The OVER is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings.

Detroit Pistons at Houston Rockets (ESPN | 8 PM ET)
Pistons are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games when playing on 0 days rest.
Rockets are 8-20 ATS in their last 28 home games against a road a winning road team.
The UNDER is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings.

Orlando Magic at Milwaukee Bucks (8 PM ET)
Magic are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games against the Eastern Conference.
Magic are 4-10-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings in Milwaukee.
Bucks are 2-9-1 ATS in their last 12 games against the Southwest Division.

New Orleans Hornets at Denver Nuggets (9 PM ET)
Hornets are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games after allowing 100+ points.
Nuggets are 4-12 ATS in their last 16 games against the Western Conference.
The road team is 8-2 ATS in their last 10 meetings.

Golden State Warriors at Portland Trailblazers (10 PM ET)
Warriors are 5-16 ATS in their last 21 games when playing on 0 days rest.
Trailblazers are 17-5 ATS in their last 22 games as a home underdog.
The favorite is 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.

Utah Jazz at Phoenix Suns (ESPN | 10:30 PM ET)
Jazz are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 road games against a winning home team.
Suns are 17-8-1 ATS in their last 26 games against a team winning above 60%.
The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:10 AM

National Basketball Association – Hot Lines

NBA
Hot Lines

Wednesday, December 12

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Pick 'n' roll: Wednesday's best NBA bets
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Pick ‘n’ roll: Wednesday’s best NBA bets

Dallas Mavericks at Toronto Raptors (tba)

Chris Bosh led the Raptors to a 93-80 victory over the Rockets on Sunday. It was his first game since he strained his groin in a Nov. 28 victory versus the Grizzlies.

Bosh filled up the stats sheet against Houston, amassing 21 points and 10 rebounds. He also added two steals and four blocks.

Toronto covered the spread in its last meeting with the Mavs on Nov. 20 when Bosh tallied 31 points and 12 rebounds. It has also covered the spread in four of its last five tilts with the Mavericks, dating back to November 2005.

Pick: Raptors

Minnesota Timberwolves at Philadelphia 76ers (tba)

Don’t write off the Timberwolves.

Minnesota toppled the second-place Suns 100-93 on Saturday.

Timberwolves leading scorer Al Jefferson scored 32 points and grabbed 20 rebounds in the upset. Craig Smith chipped in with 16 points and eight rebounds.

Big A L is averaging more than 20 points and 11 rebounds this season. He is also shooting a remarkable 49 percent from the field.

Minnesota has covered the spread in its last three trips to the City of Brotherly Love, going back to December 2004.

Pick: Timberwolves

Los Angeles Clippers at Charlotte Bobcats (tba)

The Bobcats have lost eight of their last 10 outings. The team’s last two victories, though, came in North Carolina.

Charlotte is 6-5 against the spread (ATS) and straight up (SU) in the Tar Heel state. It has also covered four of its five all-time meetings with the Clippers.

L.A. is a meager 3-13 ATS in its last 16 outings. It is also 0-7 ATS in its last seven versus the Eastern Conference.

Pick: Bobcats

Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers (tba)

The Bulls are starting to charge.

Chicago has won four of its last six, including back-to-back road victories over the Bobcats and Pistons. It is also an impressive 4-2 ATS in that span.

The Bulls are averaging more than 94 points in their last six outings, which is five points above their season average.

They are also a stellar 7-3 ATS in their last 10 meetings with the Pacers dating back to 2005.

Pick: Bulls

Sacramento Kings at Boston Celtics (tba)

Boston may be the toughest place in the NBA for opposing teams to play.

The Celtics are undefeated at TD Banknorth Garden, outscoring opponents by an average of 22 points.

They outlasted the Bulls 92-81 on Saturday and had five players score in double figures, including a game-high 21 points from Ray Allen.

The Celtics are also 8-2 ATS in their last 10 in New England.

Pick: Celtics

Seattle SuperSonics at New York Knicks (tba)

New York should continue its downward spiral on Wednesday.

The Knicks have lost two straight at Madison Square Garden, including Saturday’s setback to the rebuilding 76ers.

New York will also be without point guard Stephon Marbury, who is still dealing with the sudden death of his father earlier this month.

Knicks coach Isaiah Thomas may not be as focused on the Sonics as he should be. On Monday, Thomas and MSG settled the sexual harassment case brought by former team executive Browne Saunders. The $11.6 million deal brought the ugly story back into the media spotlight.

Seattle is 4-1 ATS in its last five contests.

Pick: Sonics

Orlando Magic at Milwaukee Bucks (tba)

Orlando should put an end to its two-game losing streak Wednesday.

The Magic embarrassed the Bucks 102-83 on Oct. 31. Orlando star Dwight Howard tallied 16 points and 12 rebounds in that game. He also had a season-high seven blocks. Rashard Lewis added 26 points and six rebounds.

Milwaukee could also be without reserve Bobby Simmons, who has missed the Bucks’ last three contests due to personal reasons. Simmons is averaging more than seven points in 25 minutes per night.

Pick: Magic

Detroit Pistons at Houston Rockets (tba)

Detroit has won eight of its last 10, including three straight outside Motown.

The Pistons outscored their last three road opponents an average of 17 points. They are also 4-2 ATS in their last six road games.

Houston, meanwhile, could be without leading scorer Tracy McGrady, who left Monday’s setback in Philadelphia with a sprained ankle. McGrady is averaging more than 24 points and five assists.

Pick: Pistons

New Orleans Hornets at Denver Nuggets (tba)

Colorado’s mile-high altitude seems to be giving the Nuggets a boost.

The Nuggets are 9-3 at the Pepsi Center compared to 4-5 on the road. They have also covered the spread in seven of their 12 meetings in the Rockies.

Denver has also won four of its last five and is 3-2 ATS in the span. The Hornets, meanwhile, are 3-7 ATS in their last 10.

Pick: Nuggets

Golden State Warriors at Portland Trail Blazers (tba)

Portland leading scorer LaMarcus Aldridge will miss at least one week as a result of planter fasciitis in his right foot, a severe pain in the arch caused by overexertion. Aldridge is averaging more than 18 points and is leading the Blazers in rebounds (7.7) and blocks (1.2) this season.

The Blazers have covered the spread twice in their last six outings. They have also covered just once in their last eight meetings with the high-scoring Warriors.

Golden State is 6-1 ATS in its last seven against Western Conference opponents.

Pick: Warriors

Utah Jazz at Phoenix Suns (tba)

The Suns haven’t been shining in Arizona.

Phoenix has lost two of its last three at home, including Monday’s loss to the Heat. It also lost to the Timberwolves, 100-93, on Saturday.

The Suns, allowing opponents to average more than 105 points on a lofty 46 percent shooting, could be in trouble again on Wednesday.

Utah is leading the league in field-goal percentage, shooting 50 percent. It is also averaging more than 105 points. It has also covered the spread in four straight trips to the desert dating back to February 2005.

Pick: Jazz

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:12 AM

College Basketball – Long Sheet

NCAAB
Long Sheet

Wednesday, December 12

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PRINCETON (2 - 6) at PENN ST (4 - 4) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PRINCETON is 11-22 ATS (-13.2 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
PRINCETON is 11-22 ATS (-13.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
PRINCETON is 8-19 ATS (-12.9 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 2 seasons.
PENN ST is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in home games after a non-conference game 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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OHIO U (5 - 2) at MARYLAND (6 - 4) - 12/12/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MARYLAND is 73-47 ATS (+21.3 Units) in all home games since 1997.
MARYLAND is 73-47 ATS (+21.3 Units) in home lined games since 1997.
MARYLAND is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) on Wednesday games over the last 2 seasons.
MARYLAND is 13-4 ATS (+8.6 Units) after a conference game over the last 2 seasons.
MARYLAND is 27-12 ATS (+13.8 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.
MARYLAND is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) off a loss against a conference rival over the last 2 seasons.
MARYLAND is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
OHIO U is 153-116 ATS (+25.4 Units) in all games since 1997.
OHIO U is 153-116 ATS (+25.4 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
MARYLAND is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in all games this season.
MARYLAND is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) in all lined games this season.

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

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WISCONSIN (6 - 2) at WI-MILWAUKEE (3 - 6) - 12/12/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WI-MILWAUKEE is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
WI-MILWAUKEE is 94-63 ATS (+24.7 Units) after a conference game since 1997.
WI-MILWAUKEE is 5-17 ATS (-13.7 Units) in home games in non-conference games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
WI-MILWAUKEE is 2-0 against the spread versus WISCONSIN over the last 3 seasons
WISCONSIN is 2-0 straight up against WI-MILWAUKEE 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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CINCINNATI (4 - 4) at XAVIER (7 - 1) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CINCINNATI is 10-21 ATS (-13.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 10-21 ATS (-13.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 5-14 ATS (-10.4 Units) in road lined games over the last 3 seasons.
XAVIER is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in all home games over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 13-3 ATS (+9.7 Units) in home lined games over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in home games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
XAVIER is 8-0 ATS (+8.0 Units) in home games in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CINCINNATI is 2-0 against the spread versus XAVIER over the last 3 seasons
XAVIER is 1-1 straight up against CINCINNATI 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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VANDERBILT (9 - 0) at DEPAUL (2 - 3) - 12/12/2007, 8:30 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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MASSACHUSETTS (6 - 2) at BOSTON COLLEGE (7 - 1) - 12/12/2007, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON COLLEGE is 32-18 ATS (+12.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

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

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NEW ORLEANS (5 - 1) at COLORADO (5 - 4) - 12/12/2007, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 8-17 ATS (-10.7 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record 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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SAN DIEGO (5 - 6) at NEVADA (3 - 4) - 12/12/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEVADA is 119-84 ATS (+26.6 Units) in all games since 1997.
NEVADA is 119-84 ATS (+26.6 Units) in all lined games since 1997.
NEVADA is 15-4 ATS (+10.6 Units) as a home favorite of 6.5 to 9 points since 1997.
SAN DIEGO is 12-2 ATS (+9.8 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 12-2 ATS (+9.8 Units) in road lined games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 22-8 ATS (+13.2 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 21-7 ATS (+13.3 Units) in non-conference games over the last 3 seasons.

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

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PACIFIC (6 - 3) at SANTA CLARA (6 - 2) - 12/12/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PACIFIC is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
SANTA CLARA is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) as a home favorite of 3.5 to 6 points since 1997.
SANTA CLARA is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) after playing 3 consecutive road games since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
SANTA CLARA is 1-1 against the spread versus PACIFIC over the last 3 seasons
SANTA CLARA is 2-0 straight up against PACIFIC over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CAL POLY-SLO (4 - 4) at PORTLAND ST (6 - 4) - 12/12/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAL POLY-SLO is 38-18 ATS (+18.2 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
CAL POLY-SLO is 38-18 ATS (+18.2 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
CAL POLY-SLO is 26-13 ATS (+11.7 Units) as an underdog over the last 3 seasons.
CAL POLY-SLO is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) after scoring 60 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
CAL POLY-SLO is 18-7 ATS (+10.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CAL POLY-SLO is 1-0 against the spread versus PORTLAND ST over the last 3 seasons
CAL POLY-SLO is 1-0 straight up against PORTLAND ST 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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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:13 AM

College Basketball – Notes

NCAAB

Wednesday, December 12

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Today's key NCAAB betting matchup notes
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Cincinnati Bearcats at No. 17 Xavier Musketeers

The Musketeers have won seven of the past 11 meetings with the school that's just three miles down the road.

No. 21 Vanderbilt Commodores at DePaul Blue Demons

This is the second meeting between these schools. Vanderbilt won 83-78 in overtime on March 12, 1965 in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

Lamar Cardinals at No. 25 Brigham Young Cougars

Lamar Sanders had 19 points, seven assists and six rebounds versus BYU last season.

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**pm530** · 12-12-2007, 03:14 AM

Hockey – Long Sheet

NHL
Long Sheet

Wednesday, December 12

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COLORADO (16-12-0-1, 33 pts.) at COLUMBUS (13-11-0-6, 32 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 2-9 ATS (-7.7 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 this season.
COLUMBUS is 25-29 ATS (+70.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 28-7 ATS (+17.4 Units) when playing with 2 days rest over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
COLORADO is 8-2 (+4.9 Units) against the spread versus COLUMBUS over the last 3 seasons
COLORADO is 8-2-0 straight up against COLUMBUS over the last 3 seasons
7 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.1 Units)

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NY RANGERS (16-12-0-2, 34 pts.) at WASHINGTON (11-17-0-2, 24 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY RANGERS is 7-3 (+2.5 Units) against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
NY RANGERS is 7-3-0 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
7 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+3.7 Units)

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BOSTON (16-10-0-3, 35 pts.) at ATLANTA (14-14-0-1, 29 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 16-13 ATS (+32.2 Units) in all games this season.
BOSTON is 11-6 ATS (+20.5 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 16-13 ATS (+32.2 Units) first half of the season this season.
ATLANTA is 15-27 ATS (-13.2 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
ATLANTA is 2-9 ATS (-10.8 Units) in home games after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 6-2 (+2.9 Units) against the spread versus BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 6-2-0 straight up against BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+1.7 Units)

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NY ISLANDERS (14-12-0-2, 30 pts.) at BUFFALO (13-14-0-1, 27 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BUFFALO is 132-87 ATS (+23.7 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
NY ISLANDERS are 12-5 ATS (+17.9 Units) after playing 3 consecutive road games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BUFFALO is 11-4 (+3.3 Units) against the spread versus NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
BUFFALO is 11-4-0 straight up against NY ISLANDERS over the last 3 seasons
9 of 15 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.4 Units)

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OTTAWA (18-7-0-3, 39 pts.) at CAROLINA (16-12-0-3, 35 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 7:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAROLINA is 3-9 ATS (-9.1 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
CAROLINA is 22-29 ATS (-21.1 Units) in home games after playing 3 consecutive road games since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
CAROLINA is 4-5 (+1.4 Units) against the spread versus OTTAWA over the last 3 seasons
OTTAWA is 5-4-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.6 Units)

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LOS ANGELES (12-16-0-2, 26 pts.) at CHICAGO (14-13-0-2, 30 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
LOS ANGELES is 10-31 ATS (+42.6 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 3 seasons.
LOS ANGELES is 7-27 ATS (+38.0 Units) after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
LOS ANGELES is 4-15 ATS (-11.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
LOS ANGELES is 4-15 ATS (-11.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season this season.
CHICAGO is 9-21 ATS (+40.1 Units) in a home game where where the total is 5.5 over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 156-206 ATS (+463.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1996.
CHICAGO is 81-112 ATS (-53.9 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the first half of the season since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 4-4 (+0.5 Units) against the spread versus LOS ANGELES over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 4-4-0 straight up against LOS ANGELES over the last 3 seasons
6 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.1 Units)

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VANCOUVER (16-11-0-3, 35 pts.) at ANAHEIM (15-13-0-4, 34 pts.) - 12/12/2007, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ANAHEIM is 44-23 ATS (+10.6 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 70-53 ATS (+4.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 70-59 ATS (+135.4 Units) in a road game where where the total is 5 or less since 1996.
VANCOUVER is 9-3 ATS (+12.4 Units) in road games after allowing 4 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
VANCOUVER is 17-8 ATS (+7.4 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
ANAHEIM is 5-10 ATS (-9.1 Units) after playing 3 consecutive road games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ANAHEIM is 10-4 (+4.4 Units) against the spread versus VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
ANAHEIM is 10-4-0 straight up against VANCOUVER over the last 3 seasons
7 of 11 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.6 Units)

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