Announcement

**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:19 AM

Six-pack for Wednesday

-- 21 of the 32 bowls are being shown on ESPN; there are two stealth bowls (shown on NFL Network)-- Indiana vs Oklahoma State, Houston vs TCU.

-- Bills had to take five buses home from Cleveland, after their airplane got stuck in the mud at Cleveland Airport.

-- Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches remain underrated.

-- Luol Deng leads Bulls with 17.1 ppg, lowest average of anyone leading his team in scoring this season.

-- First question Louisiana media asked Les Miles after it was announced Rich Rodriguez was headed to Michigan: "So, are you interested in the West Virginia job?" Miles and the media both had a good laugh.

-- Kentucky got ripped by Houston Tuesday, first time in 19 years Wildcats lost four games in row- they look awful; pressing Houston is bad team to be playing when you're a shaky ballhandling team, which Kentucky is right now.

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:20 AM

Wednesday's List of 13: What I want/don't want for Xmas

13) I'd love to be able to program my own cable TV menu; no Fox Soccer Channel, no C-SPANs, no Home Shopping, but an ability to get NFL Network, all the FOX regional networks, the TVG horse racing channel, whatever the channel is that has Nip/Tuck on. We can put a man on the moon, it isn't possible for cable companies to allow this?

12) I want Bill Belichick to coach a full season without Brady at QB; oh yeah, he did in Cleveland, and they fired him.

11) I'd like spectators at golf tournaments to be able to make noise, or at least photographers to be able to take pictures. If 97 guys on Tour can make $1M+ last year, they shouldn't be bothered by a little noise. Hell, baseball players have to hit a ball thrown 90 mph with people screaming.

10) I'd like an artificial turf front lawn, as nice as some of the high school football fields down south.

9) I don't want Terrell Owens or Randy Moss to win a Super Bowl; Owens might get his own TV channel if Dallas wins, and it still wouldn't be enough attention for him. Moss didn't see fit to try for the Raiders, so I can't root for him.

8) I'd like the Mets' front office to act like they work for a team that has a lot of resources, because they do. Go out and get some players, Omar. Huston Street would be a good get.

7) I never, ever want to hear MLB union chief Donald Fehr on TV again; just another scumweasel lawyer doing his best to ruin a sport that doesn't need much help fouling things up. And no, I don't mean all lawyers are scumweasel parasites (it isn't far from the truth, but some lawyers are honorable).

6) Eventually, after Knicks put Isiah Thomas out of his misery I want them to run a contest, pick an average Joe to be GM of the team for three years. They can pick an intelligent guy with something of a hoop background. Guaranteed, the guy will be hell of a lot better than what they've got now.

5) Since Jerry Jones was at least partially responsible for the Arkansas-Petrino-Falcons mess, I'd like to see Arthur Blank get a meaure of revenge by hiring Jason Garrett as his coach for 2008. Lets see how Tony Romo plays if Garrett leaves.

4) I want to see Katie Price become a big star in this country.

3) I'd like a college football playoff system, but then again, I'd also like peace in Middle East. Neither looks likely.

2) I want something I have no shot at getting, salary cap and salary floor for major league baseball. There is a better chance of me dating Pamela Anderson than of this happening.

1) I'd love to see the NFL take the radios out of QBs' helmets and let the signal callers call their own plays. When coaches have less control of the game, it will be more fun to watch.

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:21 AM

National Football League – Long Sheet

NFL
Long Sheet

Week 16

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Thursday, December 20
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PITTSBURGH (9 - 5) at ST LOUIS (3 - 11) - 12/20/2007, 8:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 31-51 ATS (-25.1 Units) 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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Saturday, December 22
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DALLAS (12 - 2) at CAROLINA (6 - 8) - 12/22/2007, 8:15 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
DALLAS is 2-0 against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 2-0 straight up against CAROLINA 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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Sunday, December 23
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CLEVELAND (9 - 5) at CINCINNATI (5 - 9) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) in all lined games this season.
CLEVELAND is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) as a favorite this season.
CLEVELAND is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
CLEVELAND is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.
CINCINNATI is 46-69 ATS (-29.9 Units) versus division opponents since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
CINCINNATI is 3-2 against the spread versus CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
CINCINNATI is 4-1 straight up against CLEVELAND 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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GREEN BAY (12 - 2) at CHICAGO (5 - 8) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 3-1 against the spread versus GREEN BAY over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 4-1 straight up against GREEN BAY 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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HOUSTON (7 - 7) at INDIANAPOLIS (12 - 2) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
INDIANAPOLIS is 21-10 ATS (+10.0 Units) after 2 or more consecutive wins over the last 3 seasons.

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

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KANSAS CITY (4 - 10) at DETROIT (6 - 8) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 16-31 ATS (-18.1 Units) as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points since 1992.
DETROIT is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 7-16 ATS (-10.6 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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MIAMI (1 - 13) at NEW ENGLAND (14 - 0) - 12/23/2007, 4:15 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 6-15 ATS (-10.5 Units) against conference opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) versus division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 24-43 ATS (-23.3 Units) in December games since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 38-22 ATS (+13.8 Units) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 116-85 ATS (+22.5 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 67-45 ATS (+17.5 Units) versus division opponents since 1992.
NEW ENGLAND is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) off a division game over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ENGLAND is 15-6 ATS (+8.4 Units) in games played on turf over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ENGLAND is 41-22 ATS (+16.8 Units) in December games since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ENGLAND is 3-2 against the spread versus MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
NEW ENGLAND is 3-2 straight up against MIAMI 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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NY GIANTS (9 - 5) at BUFFALO (7 - 7) - 12/23/2007, 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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OAKLAND (4 - 10) at JACKSONVILLE (10 - 4) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 17-29 ATS (-14.9 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 2-11 ATS (-10.1 Units) in December games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 1-9 ATS (-8.9 Units) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 17-29 ATS (-14.9 Units) in all lined games over the last 3 seasons.
JACKSONVILLE is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
JACKSONVILLE is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest this season.

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

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PHILADELPHIA (6 - 8) at NEW ORLEANS (7 - 7) - 12/23/2007, 1:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) as an underdog over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 117-84 ATS (+24.6 Units) against conference opponents since 1992.
PHILADELPHIA is 11-2 ATS (+8.8 Units) off a division game over the last 2 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 37-59 ATS (-27.9 Units) in home games against conference opponents since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 50-73 ATS (-30.3 Units) in home games in dome games since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 50-73 ATS (-30.3 Units) in home games in games played on turf since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 12-26 ATS (-16.6 Units) in home games in December games since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 16-34 ATS (-21.4 Units) in home games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 9-23 ATS (-16.3 Units) in home games in the last 4 weeks of the regular season since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 50-76 ATS (-33.6 Units) in home games since 1992.
NEW ORLEANS is 50-76 ATS (-33.6 Units) in home lined games since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ORLEANS is 1-1 against the spread versus PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
NEW ORLEANS is 2-0 straight up against PHILADELPHIA 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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WASHINGTON (7 - 7) at MINNESOTA (7 - 6) - 12/23/2007, 8:15 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 1-0 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
MINNESOTA is 1-0 straight up against WASHINGTON 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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ATLANTA (3 - 11) at ARIZONA (6 - 8) - 12/23/2007, 4:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ARIZONA is 33-15 ATS (+16.5 Units) in home games after 2 or more consecutive losses since 1992.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 1-0 against the spread versus ARIZONA over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 1-0 straight up against ARIZONA 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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BALTIMORE (4 - 10) at SEATTLE (9 - 5) - 12/23/2007, 4:15 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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NY JETS (3 - 11) at TENNESSEE (8 - 6) - 12/23/2007, 4:15 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY JETS is 1-0 against the spread versus TENNESSEE over the last 3 seasons
NY JETS 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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TAMPA BAY (9 - 5) at SAN FRANCISCO (4 - 10) - 12/23/2007, 4:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points this season.
TAMPA BAY is 8-2 ATS (+5.8 Units) against conference opponents this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-8 ATS (-7.8 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) against conference opponents this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) in games played on a grass field this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-0 against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
SAN FRANCISCO is 1-0 straight up against TAMPA 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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Monday, December 24
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DENVER (6 - 8) at SAN DIEGO (9 - 5) - 12/24/2007, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 9-21 ATS (-14.1 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 9-21 ATS (-14.1 Units) in all lined games over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) in all games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points this season.
DENVER is 2-9 ATS (-7.9 Units) versus division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
DENVER is 8-17 ATS (-10.7 Units) in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) as a home favorite of 7.5 to 10 points over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN DIEGO is 3-1 against the spread versus DENVER over the last 3 seasons
SAN DIEGO is 3-2 straight up against DENVER 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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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:22 AM

National Football League - Short Sheet

NFL
Short Sheet

Week 16

Thursday, December 20th

Pittsburgh at St. Louis, 8:15 EST NFL
Pittsburgh: 18-8 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points
St. Louis: 2-10 ATS at home in the second half of the season

Saturday, December 22nd

Dallas at Carolina, 8:15 EST NFL
Dallas: 8-1 ATS away off a division game
Carolina: 1-5 ATS vs. NFC East opponents

Sunday, December 23rd

Cleveland at Cincinnati, 1:00 EST
Cleveland: 7-0 ATS as a favorite
Cincinnati: 0-7 ATS off an Under

Green Bay at Chicago, 1:00 EST
Green Bay: 6-0 ATS after allowing 14 or less points
Chicago: 1-5 ATS in home games

Houston at Indianapolis, 1:00 EST
Houston: 1-9 ATS away off a home game
Indianapolis: 15-6 ATS off 4+ wins

Kansas City at Detroit, 1:00 EST
Kansas City: 17-6 Over off 3+ ATS losses
Detroit: 11-1 ATS at home off 5+ losses

(TC) Miami at New England, 4:05 EST
Miami: 1-9 ATS vs. division opponents
New England: 15-6 ATS playing on artificial turf

NY Giants at Buffalo, 1:00 EST
NY Giants: 6-1 Under off a home loss by 10+ points
Buffalo: 6-0 ATS with a line of +3 to -3

Oakland at Jacksonville, 1:00 EST
Oakland: 2-11 ATS in December
Jacksonville: 6-0 ATS off BB Overs

Philadelphia at New Orleans, 1:00 EST
Philadelphia: 9-2 ATS as an underdog
New Orleans: 8-19 ATS at home after winning 3 of their last 4 games

(TC) Washington at Minnesota, 8:15 EST NBC
Washington: 0-6 ATS off a road game
Minnesota: 5-1 Under vs. Washington

Atlanta at Arizona, 4:05 EST
Atlanta: 13-4 ATS away after allowing 175- rushing yards
Arizona: 6-0 Over after losing 3 of their last 4 games

Baltimore at Seattle, 4:15 EST
Baltimore: 1-8 ATS off an Over
Seattle: 17-7 ATS in home games

NY Jets at Tennessee, 4:15 EST
NY Jets: 3-12 ATS off a SU road loss / ATS win
Tennessee: 5-1 Under off a straight up win

(TC) Tampa Bay at San Francisco, 4:05 EST
Tampa Bay: 8-2 ATS vs. conference opponents
San Francisco: 2-9 ATS vs. conference opponents

** (TC) Denotes Time Change

Monday, December 24th

Denver at San Diego, 8:30 EST ESPN
Denver: 2-9 ATS vs. division opponents
San Diego: 17-6 ATS off a win by 21+ points

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:23 AM

College Football - Dunkel Index

NCAAF
Dunkel Index

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** · 12-19-2007, 06:24 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** · 12-19-2007, 06:25 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** · 12-19-2007, 06:26 AM

College Football – Write up

NCAAF
Write-up

2007-2008 Bowl Analysis

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Thursday, December 20

#1-- Poinsettia Bowl, 12/20, San Diego
Navy won its last four games, scoring 43.3 ppg, but since lost coach Johnson, who went to Ga Tech; this is fifth straight bowl for defensively-challenged Middie squad that lost to Delaware, a I-AA team, and gave up 62 at North Texas in 74-62 win. They threw total of of 26 passes in their last four games- in their four losses, they gave up 41-34-44-59 points. This game is only 19 days after they won their biggest game, against Army. Middies won Poinsettia bowl two years ago, beating Colorado St 51-30.

Utah won its last five bowls, winning last four years by scores of 17-0/35-7/38-10/25-13; they won seven of last eight games; in finale, rivalry game at BYU, they blew 10-6 lead in last minute to snap win streak. Utes were held to 7-12-0-10 points in its losses; Navy is incapable of holding them down like that. Utah, in their last four games, outscored foes 74-6 in first half- they won pair of games on this field in last few years, beating San Diego State by 51-28/38-7 scores in regular season meetings.

Not big on giving points in bowls, but with Johnson leaving, it is difficult to support unbalanced Middies here. Utah has one of best bowl records in country-- would lean to them in this game.

Friday, December 21

#2-- New Orleans Bowl, 12/21
Florida Atlantic is in its first-ever bowl, under former Louisville/ Miami coach Schnellenberger; he was 4-0 in bowls as coach at those schools, beating Alabama (34-7), Michigan State (18-7) at Louisville, after beating Virginia Tech (20-10), Nebraska (31-30) with the 'canes. The man can coach.

FAU is 6-0 this season when they allow less than 33 points and 3-2-1 vs spread as favorite; they scored 93 points in winning its last two games, after 59-20 loss at Florida left them at 5-5. Their last seven games went over the total. They had 18 starters back from LY, are fairly experienced group.

Memphis is playing 4th bowl in last five years, missing out last year; favorite covered their last three bowls, with Tigers taking two of three. They won this game four years ago, 27-17 against Sun Belt champ North Texas. Tigers won three in row, five of its last six games after 2-4 start- they lost first two games of season by combined total of six points; they're 4-2-1 vs spread as dog this season.

New Orleans Bowl has seen C-USA team win four of six vs Sun Belt foe, with Troy State winning LY vs Rice, only second win for SBC. Of last six Memphis wins, they won five by three or less points, so they know how to make plays in these big spots. This should be a good game, but damned if I know which side is right. Game is in dome, so take a shot at the over?

Saturday, December 22

#3- PapaJohn's Bowl, Birmingham, 12/22
Southern Mississippi fired coach Bower despite 14 winning yrs in a row, and nine bowls in last ten years. USM won three bowls in row, 31-10 (-6), 31-19 (-15), 28-7 (-6), but hard to back them in choatic situation, where new coach has already been hired, but not soon enough that he can out his offense into place. Eagles are 1-4 this season against bowl teams, beating East Carolina- despite a mediocre 7-5 season, they were only underdog twice, losing 39-19 at Tennessee (+12), 38-16 at Boise (+10).

Cincinnati is 4-1 vs bowl teams this season, losing only to West Virginia, beating UConn, South Florida, Oregon State, Rutgers. UC is 5-2 vs spread as a favorite, but they also allowed 23+ pts in six of their last seven games, so not a great defensive team. Bearcat coach Kelly is trying to get Michigan job; last year, he won two bowl games, winning with Bearcats, Central Michigan.

These teams used to be rivals in C-USA, before basketball put Cincinnati in Big East; last time they met was three years ago, but neither of these coaches was there then. Visiting side won last two series games. USM has something of regional edge, as game is in Alabama, but Cincinnati has all other intangibles on its side. Would be difficult to back Southern Miss in this game.

#4-- New Mexico Bowl, Albuquerque, 12/22
Nevada split one-point bowl decisions the last two years; going back to their last five bowls, games were decided by total of just nine points. Wolf Pack had only five starters back on offense in '07; emergence of mobile freshman QB Kaepernick, Wolf Pack ran ball for 211+ yards in six of last eight games, winning five of last seven after tough 69-67 OT loss on blue carpet at Boise St. Nevada covered three of four as dog this year, after being 4-11 in last three seasons. Five of last seven Nevada tilts were won by three or less points, so they've been in tough spots, going
2-4 on road (winning 31-28 at Utah St, 40-38 at N. Mexico State)

New Mexico had 18 starters back this year; this is fifth bowl in last six years for Lobos, but they lost previous four (20-12/34-19 55-14/27-13) despite being favored in two of them. They lost this game to San Jose State LY (-3). Lobos covered three of last ten as home favorite. Lobos were 1-2 vs bowl teams this year, losing to BYU (31-24), Utah (28-10), beating Air Force (34-31). In their last four games, New Mexico lost eight fumbles, were -6 in TOs, after being +6 in first eight games. They were held to 10 or less points in three of their four losses.

This is home game for Lobos, who last won bowl game back in 1961 (Aviation Bowl vs Western Michigan). Both teams start a very young QB, so the extra practices were valuable for getting ready for '08 season. Not sure why there even is a bowl game in New Mexico, other than to give ESPN another 4-hour block of programming. I have absolutely no opinion on this game.

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:27 AM

College Football – Tips & Trends

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(Note: Effective 12/18/07 additional info has been posted. If more data becomes available we will post it 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. The Utes have covered their last 5 postseason appearances. Navy 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 8th. The Midshipmen don't expect much of a change with assistant coach Ken Niumatalolo taking over for departed head coach Paul Johnson. "I don't care whose offense we call it," Niumatalolo said. "We're going to use it because it works. I've been involved with this offense for 20 years. I've called the plays for this offense before. I learned a lot from Paul about the various wrinkles and how to make adjustments."
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)

The Memphis Tigers won five of their last six games after the tragic shooting death of DL Taylor Bradford to finish 7-5. This is their fourth bowl game in five seasons. Memphis QB Martin Hankins returned in mid-October from a hip injury, and since then the team's offense has become one of Conference USA’s most potent. The Tigers averaged 34 points and 504 yards of total offense in the second half of the season. The concern for the Memphis Tigers is their defense. Memphis held only one opponent under 21 points this season and conceded 50-plus points to three C-USA opponents.
The Florida Atlantic Owls have also turned it around in the second half of the season. Florida Atlantic averaged 36 points per game in the second half, including a 38-point performance against Troy in the final game of the season. The Owls are led by QB Rusty Smith, who posted the best passing numbers in the Sun Belt. Linebacker Cergile Sincere spearheads the defense, which led the Sun Belt in turnover margin. Florida Atlantic has been hot on offense, but like Memphis has had trouble slowing its opponents down on defense. The Owls have been getting torched to the tone of 34 ppg and 417 yards per game by their opponents on the season. Memphis is 15-7 ATS in its last 14 games overall.
Florida Atlantic is 2-10 ATS in its last 12 non-conference games.
The OVER is 7-0 in Florida Atlantic’s last 7 games overall.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22ND

PapaJohns.com Bowl - Birmingham, AL
#22 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 has covered only 1 of its last 5 bowl games.
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.
Mountain West teams have covered the last 6 Las Vegas Bowls, going 5-1 SU in those games. That suggests a big letdown for Pac-10 teams who were aiming for better bowls.
BYU is 8-16-1 ATS in its last 25 bowl games.
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. #24 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 23rd.
We all know about Boise State’s offense, but the team's defense has improved to allow just 20 points per game this year. Boise did get lit up against Colt Brennan and the Hawaii Warriors, allowing 495 passing yards. However, that was the case for most of Hawaii's opponents this season. East Carolina runs a balanced attack on offense but does rely on the run with 171 rushing yards per game. The Broncos pride themselves with being a balanced attacking defense, and they are only allowing 3 yards per rush on the season.
The UNDER is 8-2 in Boise State’s last 10 non-conference games.
The OVER is 5-1 in the last 6 Hawaii Bowls.

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
#19 Texas vs. #11 Arizona State (ESPN | 8 PM ET)

The Texas Longhorns were hoping for bigger and better things at the start of the season than the Holiday Bowl. Texas started the year 4-0 and then lost their National Championship hopes when dropping back-to-back games in the Big 12. Texas coach Mack Brown said: “We didn’t play to our standards. Our guys need a really good opponent to get up for.” His players have one now in Arizona State, but most of the senior players are not happy with the team's finish, including DT Frank Okam who said: “This (the Holiday Bowl) is not where we want to be.”
Arizona State finished the year 10-2 under first year coach Dennis Erickson, and those 10 victories are the most by the team since 1996. Being ranked No. 11 in the BCS and not getting to go to a BCS Bowl game is considered a bad break by most team insiders, but according to Coach Erickson: “They voted and I don’t agree, but it’s over and done.”
Arizona State QB Rudy Carpenter looks to be poised to have a big game against this Texas defense. Carpenter has thrown for 7 touchdowns and just 1 interception over his last five games, and Texas allowed 276 passing yards per game on the season – one of the worst marks in the country.
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
#14 Boston College vs. Michigan State (ESPN | 5 PM ET)

Boston College is looking to extend the nation’s longest active winning steak in bowl games to 8. BC opened the season 8-0 and was ranked No. 2 in the BCS poll at one point, but the Eagles dropped to the Champs Sports bowl thanks to a loss to Virginia Tech in the ACC title game. BC seniors have all said this year was a disappointment, including linebacker Jo-Lonn Dunba:r “We wanted the Orange Bowl, and that loss to Virginia Tech set this program and all of us back.”
Michigan State’s defense will have its hands full against Boston College. The Spartans have been lit up for an average of 394 total yards over their final 3 games of the season while also allowing 30 points per game. BC QB Matt Ryan is the ACC Player of the Year and racked up a total of 328 passing yards per game. Ryan and the Eagles offense are averaging 29 ppg on the season, totaling over 400 total yards per game in their final 3 games of the season.
Michigan State is 7-19 ATS in its last 26 games on grass.
Boston College has covered 6 of its last 7 bowl games.
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)

Houston will play its 4th bowl in 5 seasons, but the Cougars will do so without coach Art Briles, who resigned to go to Baylor. Though Briles is gone, RB Anthony Alridge and redshirt freshman QB Case Keenum will still be on the field. Thes dangerous duo has led this potent offense, which is ranked 4th nationally and averaging 36 points and 513 yards per game.
Even though TCU is playing in its 3rd straight bowl game and ninth in 10 seasons, the Horned Frogs had higher expectations for 2007 after finishing 11-2 in 2006 and starting this season ranked 22nd. TCU's offense has improved in the final month of the season, averaging 33 points in going 4-2 after scoring 21 per game during a 3-3 start.
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)

Maryland has won its last 3 bowl games. The Terps have outscored opponents by a 95-17 margin during the winning streak, which includes a 24-7 victory over Purdue in the Champs Sports Bowl last December 29th.
Maryland is one of only four teams in the country with two running backs to each compile at least 750 rushing yards this season. Keon Lattimore totaled 789 with 13 touchdowns and Lance Ball had 763 with 12 TDs to help the Terps rank third in the ACC with 147 rushing yards per game. However, Oregon State allows just 75 rushing yards per game to rank second in the Football Bowl Subdivision.
Oregon State boasts one of the most potent running games in the country as well, averaging 167 rushing yards per game. Star RB Yvenson Bernard expects to be ready to play in this game, meaning the Beavers ground game will be at full strength for the first time in weeks.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29TH

Meineke Car Care Bowl - Charlotte, NC
Wake Forest vs. #25 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)

The Big Ten is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 bowl appearances vs. Big 12 opponents.
Texas A&M is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 bowl games.
Penn State has failed to total more than 49 points with its last 6 bowl opponents.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30TH

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

Colorado's last 6 bowl appearances have all produced 54 points or more.

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)

Florida State has an undetermined number of players that are not expected to play in the Music City Bowl due to academic misconduct.

Chick-fil-A Bowl - Atlanta, GA
#23 Auburn vs. #15 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
#18 Wisconsin vs. #16 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
#6 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
#20 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. #12 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
#7 USC vs. #13 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
#10 Hawaii vs. #5 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
#4 Oklahoma vs. #9 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
#3 Virginia Tech vs. #8 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
#1 Ohio State vs. #2 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** · 12-19-2007, 06:28 AM

National Basketball Association – Long Sheet

NBA
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Wednesday, December 19

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UTAH (14 - 12) at CHARLOTTE (8 - 14) - 12/19/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 21-36 ATS (-18.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
CHARLOTTE is 34-17 ATS (+15.3 Units) after scoring 85 points or less since 1996.
CHARLOTTE is 39-24 ATS (+12.6 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.
CHARLOTTE is 7-15 ATS (-9.5 Units) in all games this season.
CHARLOTTE is 3-11 ATS (-9.1 Units) as an underdog this season.
CHARLOTTE is 0-8 ATS (-8.8 Units) in December games this season.
CHARLOTTE is 7-15 ATS (-9.5 Units) first half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHARLOTTE is 2-2 against the spread versus UTAH over the last 3 seasons
CHARLOTTE is 2-2 straight up against UTAH 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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PHILADELPHIA (10 - 14) at INDIANA (13 - 12) - 12/19/2007, 7:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
INDIANA is 4-3 against the spread versus PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
INDIANA is 4-3 straight up against PHILADELPHIA over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MIAMI (7 - 17) at ATLANTA (12 - 12) - 12/19/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 58-86 ATS (-36.6 Units) in December games since 1996.
ATLANTA is 25-48 ATS (-27.8 Units) in home games off an upset win as an underdog since 1996.
ATLANTA is 3-12 ATS (-10.2 Units) after scoring 105 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MIAMI is 7-2 against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI is 7-2 straight up against ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CHICAGO (8 - 13) at WASHINGTON (13 - 10) - 12/19/2007, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO is 22-35 ATS (-16.5 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 7-19 ATS (-13.9 Units) in road games first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) in December games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 11-3 ATS (+7.7 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
CHICAGO is 31-17 ATS (+12.3 Units) against Southeast division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 20-38 ATS (-21.8 Units) when playing with 3 or more days rest since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 5-3 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 6-2 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
4 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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DETROIT (17 - 7) at BOSTON (20 - 2) - 12/19/2007, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 5-15 ATS (-11.5 Units) in road games after 3 or more consecutive unders over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) in all games this season.
BOSTON is 14-6 ATS (+7.4 Units) as a favorite this season.
BOSTON is 16-6 ATS (+9.4 Units) first half of the season this season.
BOSTON is 12-4 ATS (+7.6 Units) after a win by 10 points or more this season.
DETROIT is 39-22 ATS (+14.8 Units) in road games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 9-1 ATS (+7.9 Units) in December games this season.
DETROIT is 18-8 ATS (+9.2 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 16-4 ATS (+11.6 Units) in road games after a win by 10 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 4-3 against the spread versus DETROIT over the last 3 seasons
DETROIT is 7-0 straight up against BOSTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CLEVELAND (11 - 14) at NEW YORK (7 - 17) - 12/19/2007, 7:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 21-33 ATS (-15.3 Units) first half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
NEW YORK is 20-36 ATS (-19.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW YORK is 6-2 against the spread versus CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
NEW YORK is 4-4 straight up against CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SAN ANTONIO (18 - 6) at MEMPHIS (7 - 17) - 12/19/2007, 8:05 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
MEMPHIS is 6-4 against the spread versus SAN ANTONIO over the last 3 seasons
SAN ANTONIO is 9-1 straight up against MEMPHIS over the last 3 seasons
7 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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GOLDEN STATE (14 - 11) at MINNESOTA (3 - 20) - 12/19/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 43-60 ATS (-23.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 17-35 ATS (-21.5 Units) in home games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 18-31 ATS (-16.1 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
GOLDEN STATE is 4-3 against the spread versus MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 4-3 straight up against MINNESOTA over the last 3 seasons
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SACRAMENTO (9 - 14) at MILWAUKEE (10 - 14) - 12/19/2007, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SACRAMENTO is 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) in a road game where where the total is between 190 and 194.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
MILWAUKEE is 124-165 ATS (-57.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.
MILWAUKEE is 19-34 ATS (-18.4 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MILWAUKEE is 3-2 against the spread versus SACRAMENTO over the last 3 seasons
SACRAMENTO is 4-1 straight up against MILWAUKEE 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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ORLANDO (17 - 9) at HOUSTON (12 - 12) - 12/19/2007, 8:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
HOUSTON is 172-130 ATS (+29.0 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.
ORLANDO is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) in all games this season.
ORLANDO is 14-2 ATS (+11.8 Units) in road games this season.
ORLANDO is 19-7 ATS (+11.3 Units) first half of the season this season.
ORLANDO is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in road games in non-conference games this season.
ORLANDO is 7-0 ATS (+7.0 Units) in road games after scoring 105 points or more this season.
HOUSTON is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) as a favorite this season.
HOUSTON is 33-61 ATS (-34.1 Units) in home games over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 11-24 ATS (-15.4 Units) in home games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 9-23 ATS (-16.3 Units) in home games after scoring 85 points or less over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 18-30 ATS (-15.0 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 9-19 ATS (-11.9 Units) in home games versus good offensive teams - scoring 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

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

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PHOENIX (18 - 7) at DALLAS (17 - 9) - 12/19/2007, 9:35 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 180-130 ATS (+37.0 Units) after a non-conference game since 1996.
PHOENIX is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) in road games in December games over the last 3 seasons.
PHOENIX is 28-13 ATS (+13.7 Units) in road games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
PHOENIX is 33-21 ATS (+9.9 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
DALLAS is 17-33 ATS (-19.3 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 99+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHOENIX is 8-6 against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
DALLAS is 8-6 straight up against PHOENIX over the last 3 seasons
8 of 14 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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TORONTO (14 - 11) at PORTLAND (13 - 12) - 12/19/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
PORTLAND is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) in December games this season.
PORTLAND is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) off an upset win as an underdog this season.
PORTLAND is 33-19 ATS (+12.1 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 64-46 ATS (+13.4 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TORONTO is 57-34 ATS (+19.6 Units) in road games over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 29-15 ATS (+12.5 Units) in road games first half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
PORTLAND is 6-19 ATS (-14.9 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.

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

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NEW ORLEANS (15 - 10) at SEATTLE (7 - 18) - 12/19/2007, 10:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ORLEANS is 60-44 ATS (+11.6 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SEATTLE is 5-4 against the spread versus NEW ORLEANS over the last 3 seasons
NEW ORLEANS is 6-3 straight up against SEATTLE over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:29 AM

National Basketball Association – Write up

NBA
Write-up

Wednesday, December 19

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Today's NBA analysis

Hot Teams
-- Pacers covered ten of their last fourteen games. 76ers won five of their last six games.
-- Hawks are 9-5 in their last fourteen games.
-- Wizards won, covered four in row, six of last seven games.
-- Pistons won 11 of their last 14 games. Celtics won their last nine games (7-2 vs spread).
-- Warriors are 14-5 in last 19 games, but are 0-5 vs spread in game following their last five wins.
-- Kings are 14-7 vs spread in their last twenty-one games.
-- Mavericks won five of their last six games.
-- Blazers won, covered their last eight games. Raptors won five of their last six games.
-- Sonics covered five of their last seven games.

Cold Teams
-- Jazz lost seven of their last eight games. Bobcats lost ten of last 12 games, are 0-9 vs spread in last nine.
-- Miami lost seven of its last ten games.
-- Bulls are 3-8 on the road this season, 1-6 as a road dog.
-- Cavaliers lost eight of their last ten games. Knicks lost six of their last seven games.
-- Grizzlies lost seven of their last eight games. Spurs lost three of their last four games.
-- Minnesota lost last five games, but covered five of last seven
-- Bucks lost ten of their last thirteen games.
-- Rockets lost three of last four games (0-4 vs spread). Magic lost five of their last six games.
-- Suns covered one of last five games (1-4 vs spread).
-- Hornets lost three of last four games, covered two of seven.

Series Records
-- Home side won both Utah-Charlotte games LY.
-- Pacers, 76ers split four games last season.
-- Hawks beat Miami 82-79 Nov 21, their first win in last five tries against the Heat.
-- Bulls won three of four vs Washington last season.
-- Pistons won three of four against Boston LY.
-- Cavaliers are 3-2 in last five games vs Knicks, beating them 110-106 back on Nov 2 (-7.5).
-- Spurs won four of last five vs Memphis , winning by 7-16-14- 14 points.
-- Home side won all three Warrior-Minnesota games LY, all by at least 13 points.
-- Home side won last three Sacramento-Milwaukee games.
-- Rockets beat Orlando twice LY, 97-93/103-92; this is the first game for Stan Van Gundy against team that canned his brother did he get tips on beating Rockets from Jeff?
-- Suns, Mavericks split four games last season.
-- Visitor won both Toronto-Portland games LY.
-- Home side won last five New Orleans-Seattle games.

Totals
-- Four of last five Utah games stayed under the total.
-- Six of last seven Indiana games went over the total.
-- Under is 12-3 in last fifteen Atlanta games, but 2-6 in Miami's last eight games.
-- Eight of last ten Wizard games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last nine Celtic games stayed under the total.
-- Five of last six Cleveland games stayed under the total.
-- Six of Spurs' last seven games stayed under the total.
-- Four of Warriors' last five games stayed under the total.
-- Five of Kings' last seven games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 8-3 in Houston's last eleven games.
-- Four of last five Dallas games stayed under the total.
-- Four of last five Portland games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 17-4 in last twenty-one New Orleans games.

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:29 AM

National Basketball Association - Tips & Trends

NBA

Wednesday, December 19

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Tips and Trends
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Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics (ESPN | 7 PM ET)

Pistons are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 vs. Atlantic Division.
Celtics are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 home games.
Underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings.
The OVER is 9-3 in Detroit's last 12 road games.
The UNDER is 8-1-1 in Boston's last 10 home games.
The UNDER is 6-2 in Boston's last 8 vs. Eastern Conference.

Chicago Bulls at Washington Wizards (7 PM ET)

Bulls are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 road games.
The OVER is 9-4-1 in the last 14 meetings.
The UNDER is 11-5 in Chicago's last 16 vs. Southeast Division.
Bet this game now at Bookmaker - where the line originates!

Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks (ESPN | 7:30 PM ET)

Cavaliers are 2-7 ATS in the last 9 meetings.
The underdog is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

Orlando Magic at Houston Rockets (8:30 PM ET)

Magic are 21-6-2 ATS in their last 29 road games.
Magic are 1-9 ATS in the last 10 meetings.
Rockets are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 vs. Southeast Division.
The UNDER is 8-2-1 in Houston's last 11 games.

Phoenix Suns at Dallas Mavericks (ESPN | 9:30 PM ET)

Mavericks are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 home games.
The OVER is 12-3 in Dallas' last 15 home games.

Toronto Raptors at Portland Trail Blazers (10 PM ET)

Trail Blazers are 8-0 SU & ATS in their last 8 games, winning 7 times as an underdog.
Raptors are 7-1 ATS in the last 8 meetings.
Raptors are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 road games.
The UNDER is 6-2 in Portland's last 8 home games.
The OVER is 6-2 in Toronto's last 8 vs. Northwest Division.
The OVER is 8-3 in Portland's 11 vs. Eastern Conference.

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:30 AM

National Basketball Association – Hot Lines

NBA
Hot Lines

Wednesday, December 19

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Pick 'n' roll: Wednesday's best NBA bets
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Chicago Bulls at Washington Wizards (-4 ½, 191 ½)

The Bulls are a miserable 3-8 against the spread (ATS) outside the Windy City.

Chicago leading-scorer Luol Deng, averaging less than 19 points, skipped Monday’s practice with a sore back and is probable for Wednesday’s tilt against the Wizards.

“It’s just one of those things I'll probably have to be dealing with all season,” Deng told reporters.

The Wizards are 5-1 ATS in their last six at the Verizon Center and have covered the spread in their last two meetings with the Bulls in D.C.

Pick: Wizards -4 ½

Utah Jazz at Charlotte Bobcats (+5, 196)

Utah has been bad. The Bobcats, though, have been worse.

Charlotte has failed to cover the spread in nine straight and is 2-7 straight up (SU) in that stretch. It has also lost four of its last six in North Carolina.

The Jazz hammered the Bobcats 120-95 last March and have won two of their last three meetings in the Tar Heel State.

Pick: Jazz -5

Miami Heat at Atlanta Hawks (-1 ½, 187 ½)

The Hawks have been soaring in Georgia recently.

Atlanta has won four of its last five in the Peach State, including Monday’s 116-111 triumph over the Jazz.

Hawks star Josh Smith scored 18 points against Utah. Smith, averaging eight rebounds a game this season, tallied 16 points and 11 rebounds in a Nov. 21 victory over the Heat in South Beach.

The Hawks are 4-0 ATS in their last four against the Southeast Division.

Pick: Hawks -1 ½

Philadelphia 76ers at Indiana Pacers (-6, 202 ½)

Pacers forward Mike Dunleavy Jr. is finally living up to expectations.

Dunleavy is averaging a career-high 17 points on 48 percent shooting. He also scored a career-high 36 points in Monday’s 27-point thrashing of the Knicks.

Indiana has won four of its last six and has covered the spread in seven of its last 10. The Pacers are 4-2 in their last six meetings with Philadelphia.

Pick: Pacers -6

Detroit Pistons at Boston Celtics (-6, 180)

Boston puts its 12-0 record at TD Banknorth Garden on the line Wednesday against the second-place Pistons.

Detroit has covered the spread in four of its last five outside the Motor City and is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 overall. It routed Golden State on Sunday, holding the league’s highest scoring club to 87 points. That’s 21 points below the Warriors’ season average.

Celtics guard Ray Allen is questionable for Wednesday. Boston’s sharpshooter has missed two straight contests with a sprained ankle.

Pick: Pistons +6

Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks (+3 ½, 193 ½)

LeBron James loves playing in the Big Apple.

King James tallied 45 points and seven assists in a Nov. 2 triumph over the Knicks. He also scored 31 points in Monday’s overtime victory against the Bucks. He is now leading the league in scoring, averaging 29 points.

New York has lost five of its last six at Madison Square Garden. The road team is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings between the Cavs and Knicks.

Pick: Cavaliers -3 ½

Sacramento Kings at Milwaukee Bucks (-6, 194 ½)

The Kings got the winless monkey off their backs last Friday in Philadelphia. They want to conclude their five-game road trip with a win over the Bucks.

Milwaukee failed to cover the spread at home Saturday night against the rebuilding Timberwolves and is just 1-4 ATS in its last four contests at the Bradley Center.

Sacramento is 4-1 ATS in its last five outside Arco Arena.

Pick: Kings +6

San Antonio Spurs at Memphis Grizzlies (off)

Memphis is a notable 7-3 ATS in its last 10 meetings with San Antonio.

The Spurs will likely be without their starting point guard on Wednesday. Tony Parker, listed as doubtful, has missed three straight with a sprained left ankle. Parker is the Spurs’ leading scorer, averaging more than 20 points.

San Antonio has lost two of its last three without Parker and is 1-4 SU in its last five.

Pick: Grizzlies

Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves (+7 ½, 210)

The rebuilding Timberwolves will have a hard time slowing down the high-octane Warriors.

Minnesota is conceding more than 100 points per night on 45 percent shooting. That should prove costly against the Warriors, averaging more than 108 points.

The Timberwolves have lost nine of their last 10 and are a miserable 3-8 ATS at home.

Pick: Warriors -7 ½

Orlando Magic at Houston Rockets (-4, 191)

The bubble has burst for Orlando. It has lost five of its last six, including back-to-back setbacks to the Bucks and Hawks, and it won’t get any easier Wednesday.

The Rockets are 3-1 in their last four in the Space City, which includes Wednesday’s narrow victory over the Pistons. Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming accumulated more than 60 percent of Houston’s points against the Pistons.

Houston is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 matchups with the Magic.

Pick: Rockets -4

Phoenix Suns at Dallas Mavericks (-3 ½, 216)

The Suns are shining again after Saturday’s hiccup in the Big Easy. Phoenix avenged that setback, handing the Spurs their first defeat Sunday at the SBC Center.

Phoenix is 7-3 SU in its last 10 on the road and is 5-1 ATS in its last three trips to Dallas.

The Mavericks, meanwhile, are 2-7 ATS in their last nine at American Airlines Center.

Pick: Suns +3 ½

Toronto Raptors at Portland Trail Blazers (-2, 185)

The Trail Blazers are the hottest team in the NBA.

Portland, 10-3 at the Rose Garden, has won eight straight SU and ATS, which includes victories over the Warriors and Hornets.

Blazers star LaMarcus Aldridge, who missed the last five contests with a foot injury, could return against the Raptors. Aldrige, listed as questionable, is averaging 18 points.

Portland is 3-1 in its last four meetings with the Raptors in Oregon dating back to 2003.

Pick: Blazers -2

New Orleans Hornets at Seattle SuperSonics (+3, 191 ½)

The Hornets have lost three of their last four outside the Big Easy. Seattle, meanwhile, has won two straight at Key Arena and is 5-1 in its last seven overall.

Sonics rookie Kevin Durant, averaging more than 19 points, is due for a strong performance effort after scoring just six points in Monday’s setback in Salt Lake City.

New Orleans is a meager 1-5 ATS in its last six visits to the Rainy City.

Pick: Sonics +3

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**pm530** · 12-19-2007, 06:31 AM

National Basketball Association – Matchup Notes

NBA
Betting Matchup Notes

Wednesday, December 19

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Today's key NBA betting matchup notes
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Wednesday's key NBA matchup notes

Chicago at Washington (-5, 191 1/2)

Chicago has won seven of the last 10 meetings with Washington.

Utah at Charlotte (+5, 196)

Charlotte and Utah each won a game at home in last season's series, and have split six all-time meetings.

Miami at Atlanta (- 1 1/2, 187 1/2)

This will be the second meeting of the season between Atlanta and Miami. The Hawks beat the Heat 82-79 on Nov. 21 to snap an 11-game losing streak at Miami. Atlanta has dropped two straight and six of its last seven home games to the Heat.

Philadelphia at Indiana (-6, 202 1/2)

Indiana and Philadelphia both won a game at home and on the road in last season's series.

Detroit at Boston (-6, 181)

Getting Ray Allen back should give the Celtics a better chance at ending an eight-game losing streak to the Pistons, who have won 13 of the last 14 meetings. The only loss in that span came in double overtime, 115-113 at Boston on March 11, 2005. This is the first meeting of the season between the teams.

Cleveland at New York (+3 1/2, 193 1/2)

Cleveland has lost 12 of its last 17 visits to Madison Square Garden, including four of the last five.

Sacramento at Milwaukee (-6, 194 1/2)

Michael Redd led all scorers with 24 points in these teams' first meeting Dec. 10, but the Bucks lost 96-93 at Sacramento - their 11th loss in their last 13 games against the Kings.

San Antonio at Memphis (N/A)

San Antonio has won both games against the Grizzlies this season, giving it a 9-1 mark over the last 10 games of the series.

Golden State at Minnesota (+7 1/2, 210)

Golden State won two of three meetings last season, but has lost four straight in Minnesota since a 99-93 victory on March 2, 2005.

Orlando at Houston (-4, 191)

Houston has won three straight and nine of 10 against Orlando.

Phoenix at Dallas (-3, 216)

Phoenix has won its last two meetings with Dallas, but the series has been very even since the start of 2003-04, with the Mavericks holding an 8-7 advantage.

Toronto at Portland (-2, 185)

The road teams won both games last season, with Toronto needing overtime to beat the Trail Blazers 101-100 in Portland on Dec. 22.

New Orleans at Seattle (+3, 191 1/2)

New Orleans has won the last three meetings - all at home - but has lost three straight and six of seven in Seattle.

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