NCAAF Trends and Indexes - Week 11 (Tuesday, November 4 - Saturday, November 8)

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Dunkel

Week 11

Clemson at Wake Forest
The Tigers head to Winston-Salem tonight to face the Demon Deacons and come into the contest off a 16-6 win over Syracuse and carrying a 1-4 ATS record in their last 5 games after allowing less than 20 points in their previous game. Wake Forest is the pick (+22 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Tigers favored by only 19 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Wake Forest (+22 1/2). Here are all of this week's NCAA Football picks.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Game 111-112: Clemson at Wake Forest (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Clemson 100.683; Wake Forest 81.399
Dunkel Line: Clemson by 19 1/2; 58
Vegas Line: Clemson by 22 1/2; 42
Dunkel Pick: Wake Forest (+22 1/2); Over

OTHER GAMES:

Grambling State at Mississippi Valley State (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Grambling State 53.564; Mississippi Valley State 29.011
Dunkel Line: Grambling State by 24 1/2
Bethune-Cookman at Norfolk State (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Bethune-Cookman 58.828; Norfolk State 49.685
Dunkel Line: Bethune-Cookman by 9


FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Game 113-114: Memphis at Temple (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Memphis 94.796; Temple 85.483
Dunkel Line: Memphis by 9 1/2; 61
Vegas Line: Memphis by 7; 52 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Memphis (-7); Over

Game 115-116: Utah State at Wyoming (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Utah State 91.061; Wyoming 87.591
Dunkel Line: Utah State by 3 1/2; 48
Vegas Line: Utah State by 7; 46
Dunkel Pick: Wyoming (+7); Over

OTHER GAMES:

Fordham at Bucknell (6:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Fordham 73.804; Bucknell 59.469
Dunkel Line: Fordham by 14 1/2


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Game 117-118: Penn State at Indiana (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Penn State 89.596; Indiana 80.432
Dunkel Line: Penn State by 9; 53
Vegas Line: Penn State by 5; 44 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Penn State (-5); Over

Game 119-120: Georgia at Kentucky (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia 97.653.753; Kentucky 95.126
Dunkel Line: Georgia by 2 1/2; 62
Vegas Line: Georgia by 10; 57
Dunkel Pick: Kentucky (+10); Over

Game 121-122: Louisiana Tech at UAB (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Louisiana Tech 91.770; UAB 81.125
Dunkel Line: Louisiana Tech by 10 1/2; 54
Vegas Line: Louisiana Tech by 3 1/2; 58
Dunkel Pick: Louisiana Tech (-3 1/2); Under

Game 123-124: Iowa at Minnesota (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Iowa 99.024; Minnesota 90.930
Dunkel Line: Iowa by 8; 42
Vegas Line: Iowa by 1; 43 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Iowa (-1); Under

Game 125-126: Michigan at Northwestern (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Michigan 88.983; Northwestern 85.113
Dunkel Line: Michigan by 4; 45
Vegas Line: Pick; 40 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Michigan; Over

Game 127-128: Georgia Tech at North Carolina State (12:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia Tech 96.559; North Carolina State 88.663
Dunkel Line: Georgia Tech by 8; 64
Vegas Line: Georgia Tech by 3 1/2; 60
Dunkel Pick: Georgia Tech (-3 1/2); Over

Game 129-130: Wisconsin at Purdue (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Wisconsin 99.860; Purdue 88.868
Dunkel Line: Wisconsin by 11; 49
Vegas Line: Wisconsin by 17; 55 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Purdue (+17); Under

Game 131-132: UL-Monroe at Appalachian State (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: UL-Monroe 69.287; Appalachian State 81.324
Dunkel Line: Appalachian State by 12; 51
Vegas Line: Appalachian State by 3 1/2; 54
Dunkel Pick: Appalachian State (-3 1/2); Under

Game 133-134: Duke at Syracuse (12:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Duke 92.083; Syracuse 85.512
Dunkel Line: Duke by 6 1/2; 47
Vegas Line: Duke by 3; 51
Dunkel Pick: Duke (-3); Under

Game 135-136: Florida at Vanderbilt (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Florida 91.880; Vanderbilt 80.191
Dunkel Line: Florida by 11 1/2; 48
Vegas Line: Florida by 15; 45
Dunkel Pick: Vanderbilt (+15); Over

Game 137-138: Louisville at Boston College (7:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Louisville 102.005; Boston College 88.845
Dunkel Line: Louisville by 13; 52
Vegas Line: Louisville by 3; 46
Dunkel Pick: Louisville (-3); Over

Game 139-140: Iowa State at Kansas (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Iowa State 78.120; Kansas 78.252
Dunkel Line: Even; 44
Vegas Line: Iowa State by 4; 54 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Kansas (+4); Under

Game 141-142: South Alabama at Arkansas State (3:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: South Alabama 69.671; Arkansas State 81.947
Dunkel Line: Arkansas State by 12 1/2; 52
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 143-144: Tulane at Houston (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Tulane 73.293; Houston 98.314
Dunkel Line: Houston by 25; 56
Vegas Line: Houston by 17 1/2; 45
Dunkel Pick: Houston (-17 1/2); Over

Game 145-146: Georgia State at Troy (3:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia State 50.259; Troy 58.721
Dunkel Line: Troy by 8 1/2; 60
Vegas Line: Troy by 6 1/2; 64
Dunkel Pick: Troy (-6 1/2); Under

Game 147-148: TX-San Antonio at Rice (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: TX-San Antonio 62.692; Rice 86.601
Dunkel Line: Rice by 24; 52
Vegas Line: Rice by 9 1/2; 48
Dunkel Pick: Rice (-9 1/2); Over

Game 149-150: Florida International at Old Dominion (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Florida International 73.877; Old Dominion 66.481
Dunkel Line: Florida International by 7 1/2; 66
Vegas Line: Old Dominion by 5 1/2; 61 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Florida International (+5 1/2); Over

Game 151 152: West Virginia at Texas (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: West Virginia 106.453; Texas 89.935
Dunkel Line: West Virginia by 16 1/2; 63
Vegas Line: West Virginia by 3 1/2; 52
Dunkel Pick: West Virginia (-3 1/2); Over

Game 153-154: UCLA at Washington (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: UCLA 94.255; Washington 99.995
Dunkel Line: Washington by 5 1/2; 49
Vegas Line: UCLA by 5; 55 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Washington (+5); Under

Game 155-156: SMU at Tulsa (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: SMU 58.466; Tulsa 73.161
Dunkel Line: Tulsa by 14 1/2; 51
Vegas Line: Tulsa by 12; 55 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Tulsa (-12); Under

Game 157-158: Connecticut vs. Army (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Connecticut 69.388; Army 68.406
Dunkel Line: Connecticut by 1; 44
Vegas Line: Connecticut by 5; 48
Dunkel Pick: Army (+5); Under

Game 159-160: Texas A&M at Auburn (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Texas A&M 87.687; Auburn 112.237
Dunkel Line: Auburn by 24 1/2; 72
Vegas Line: Auburn by 21; 66
Dunkel Pick: Auburn (-21); Over

Game 161-162: Alabama at LSU (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Alabama 104.885; LSU 109.420
Dunkel Line: LSU by 4 1/2; 42
Vegas Line: Alabama by 6 1/2; 46
Dunkel Pick: LSU (+6 1/2); Under

Game 163-164: Baylor at Oklahoma (12:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Baylor 104.380; Oklahoma 113.519
Dunkel Line: Oklahoma by 9; 76
Vegas Line: Oklahoma by 5; 73 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Oklahoma (-5); Over

Game 165-166: Virginia at Florida State (6:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Virginia 91.680; Florida State 105.506
Dunkel Line: Florida State by 14; 48
Vegas Line: Florida State by 20; 55 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Virginia (+20); Under

Game 167-168: UTEP at Western Kentucky (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: UTEP 75.634; Western Kentucky 86.122
Dunkel Line: Western Kentucky by 10 1/2; 75
Vegas Line: Western Kentucky by 7; 70 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Western Kentucky (-7); Over

Game 169-170: Washington State at Oregon State (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Washington State 91.044; Oregon State 92.989
Dunkel Line: Oregon State by 2; 57
Vegas Line: Oregon State by 8; 63
Dunkel Pick: Washington State (+8); Under

Game 171-172: Air Force at UNLV (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Air Force 82.051; UNLV 73.002
Dunkel Line: Air Force by 9; 64
Vegas Line: Air Force by 5 1/2; 56 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Air Force (-5 1/2); Over

Game 173-174: Idaho at San Diego State (6:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Idaho 63.362; San Diego State 81.556
Dunkel Line: San Diego State by 18; 51
Vegas Line: San Diego State by 21; 54 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Idaho (+21); Under

Game 175-176: Marshall at Southern Mississippi (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Marshall 97.816; Southern Mississippi 72.259
Dunkel Line: Marshall by 25 1/2; 70
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 177-178: Florida Atlantic at North Texas (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Florida Atlantic 75.035; North Texas 74.053
Dunkel Line: Florida Atlantic by 1; 49
Vegas Line: Florida Atlantic by 4; 56
Dunkel Pick: North Texas (+4); Under

Game 179-180:Georgia Southern at Texas State (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Georgia Southern 82.988; Texas State 67.581
Dunkel Line: Georgia Southern by 15 1/2; 56
Vegas Line: Georgia Southern by 12; 61 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Georgia Southern (-12); Under

Game 181-182: Colorado at Arizona (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Colorado 81.745; Arizona 101.430
Dunkel Line: Arizona by 19 1/2; 73
Vegas Line: Arizona by 16; 69
Dunkel Pick: Arizona (-16); Over

Game 183-184:Boise State at New Mexico (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Boise State 90.265; New Mexico 80.487
Dunkel Line: Boise State by 10; 59
Vegas Line: Boise State by 18 1/2; 63 1/2
Dunkel Pick: New Mexico (+18 1/2); Under

Game 185-186: Hawaii at Colorado State (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Hawaii 71.802; Colorado State 91.634
Dunkel Line: Colorado State by 20; 62
Vegas Line: Colorado State by 17; 56
Dunkel Pick: Colorado State (-17); Over

Game 187-188:Ohio State at Michigan State (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Ohio State 107.185; Michigan State 113.254
Dunkel Line: Michigan State by 6; 53
Vegas Line: Michigan State by 3; 58 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Michigan State (-3); Under

Game 189-190: UL-Lafayette at New Mexico State (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: UL-Lafayette 76.595; New Mexico State 63.409
Dunkel Line: UL-Lafayette by 13; 68
Vegas Line: UL-Lafayette by 16; 64
Dunkel Pick: New Mexico State (+16); Over

Game 191-192: Notre Dame at Arizona State (3:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Notre Dame 105.038; Arizona State 103.467
Dunkel Line: Notre Dame by 1 1/2; 64
Vegas Line: Arizona State by 2 1/2; 58 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Notre Dame (+2 1/2); Over

Game 193-194: Oregon at Utah (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Oregon 111.758; Utah 100.571
Dunkel Line: Oregon by 11; 58
Vegas Line: Oregon by 8; 61
Dunkel Pick: Oregon (-8); Under

Game 195-196: Kansas State at TCU (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas State 110.676; TCU 113.501
Dunkel Line: TCU by 3; 62
Vegas Line: TCU by 6 1/2; 58
Dunkel Pick:: Kansas State (+6 1/2); Over

Game 197-198: San Jose State at Fresno State (10:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Jose State 77.176; Fresno State 69.370
Dunkel Line: San Jose State by 8; 55
Vegas Line: Fresno State by 2; 59
Dunkel Pick: San Jose State (+2); Under

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NCAAF
Armadillo's Write-Up

Week 11

Thursday's game
Clemson has struggled on road this year, losing at Georgia/Florida State, slipping by BC 17-13; they've won last five games overall, but scored only 18.7 ppg in last three, winning by 6-4-10 points. Clemson is 5-3 in its last eight games as a road favorite, 0-1 this year; they've won five in a row vs Wake Forest (4-1 vs spread), winning 42-13/30-10 in last couple visits here. Young Deacons are 3-1 as double digit underdogs this season; they lost last four games overall, by 10-40-23-6 points. Since '04, Wake is 19-10-1 as home dog. ACC home dogs are 7-6 in conference play.

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NCAAF

Thursday, November 6

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Game of the Day: Clemson at Wake Forest
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Clemson Tigers at Wake Forest Demon Deacons (+22.5, 42.5)

Wake Forest is winless in the ACC and having some trouble scoring points since moving into conference play. The Demon Deacons hope to solve their offensive problems and play a role in the race at the top of the conference when they host No. 19 Clemson on Thursday. The Tigers are winners of five straight thanks in large part to a defense that has allowed an average of nine points in the last four contests.

That Clemson defense is taking on a Wake Forest rushing attack that ranks last among 128 FBS teams with an average of 34.5 yards on the ground and a scoring offense sitting at 125th with an average of 14.8 points. “We aren't as strong or as physical as we need to be,” Demon Deacons coach Dave Clawson told reporters. “We're very young in a lot of our linemen positions, but that is part of a rebuild. We will get a little stronger every year.” Wake Forest was crushed 56-7 at Clemson last season.

TV: 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN.

LINE HISTORY: The Tigers opened as 22-point road faves and are now -22.5. The total opened 43 and is down a half-point.

INJURY REPORT: Clemson - QB Deshaun Watson (Probable, finger), WR Charone Peake (Doubtful, knee). Wake Forest - WR Matt James (Questionable, hand), LB Teddy Matthews (Questionable, ankle), CB Deonte Davis (Questionable, knee).

WEATHER FORECAST: There could be rain early as there is a 49 percent chance of showers leading into kickoff. Wind will blow across the field around 12 mph. Temperatures will be in the mid-50s.

ABOUT CLEMSON (6-2 SU, 5-1 ACC, 4-4 ATS, 3-5 O/U): The Tigers are hanging in second place in the Atlantic Division, waiting around in case No. 2 Florida State implodes down the stretch and opens up a spot in the ACC title game. Clemson has been less explosive on offense in three games under quarterback Cole Stoudt, who took over for freshman Deshaun Watson (hand) against Louisville on Oct. 11, but the defense is making up the difference as it held Syracuse to 170 total yards in a 16-6 win on Oct. 25. “As long as we have one more point than the opponent, that’s all that matters,” coach Dabo Swinney told reporters. “We got it done.”

ABOUT WAKE FOREST (2-6 SU, 0-4 ACC, 4-4 ATS, 1-7 O/U): The 23-17 home loss to Boston College on Oct. 25 marked the Demon Deacons’ highest-scoring effort since a 24-21 win over Army on Sept. 20, which matched their best output of the season. Freshman quarterback John Wolford has one touchdown pass and six interceptions in conference play and gets little help from a ground game that totaled 19 yards in the loss to Boston College. “We've got a lot of things to clean up,” Clawson told reporters. “We're early in this process, and if we can establish effort as a starting point, then we are headed in the right direction."

TRENDS:

* Under is 5-1 in the last six meetings.
* Favorite is 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings.
* Demon Deacons are 0-5 ATS in their last five Thursday games.
* Under is 4-0 in Tigers last four conference games.

CONSENSUS: According to Consensus, 57 percent of bettors are backing visiting Clemson.


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NCAAF

Thursday, November 6


Demon Deacons far from sure thing as big dogs

Wake Forest will host powerhouse Clemson Thursday and, as expected, the Demon Deacons will be huge underdogs. Over the past two seasons when Wake Forest has been 20 plus point dogs, they are only 2-4 against the spread.

The Demon Deacons are 1-1 when getting spotted 20 or more points, covering against Louisville but coming up short against Florida State.

Wake Forest is currently 22.5-point home dogs against Clemson.

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NCAAF
Armadillo's Write-Up

Week 11

Friday's games
Memphis is 5-3, with losses at UCLA/Ole Miss; they won 41-14/48-10 in last two road games, are 2-2 as favorites this year- this is only fourth time since '06 Tigers are favored on road (1-1-1). Temple allowed 31+ in its three losses, 24 or less in its wins; Owls (+8) won 41-21 at Memphis LY, outgaining Tigers 534-228. Temple is 13-7-1 in last 21 games as dog at home, 3-2 under Rhule. AAC home underdogs are 2-6 against spread. Temple is 2-3 as an underdog this season.

Wyoming's four home games were all decided by 5 or less points in OT; Cowboys scored 76 points in last two games, are 4-7-1 in last 12 games as home dog, 1-1 this year. Favorites covered four of last five Utah St-Wyoming games, with host winning last four; Aggies won 35-7/63-19 in last two meetings. State has not won in Laramie since 2007; they scored 34+ points in all six wins, 14 or less in losses. Mountain West home underdogs are 3-9 in conference play.

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NCAAF

Friday, November 7

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Game of the Day: Memphis at Temple
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Memphis Tigers at Temple Owls (+7.5, 50.5)

Temple threw the American Athletic Conference into a state of chaos with its win over East Carolina last weekend and can further muddy the waters Friday when it hosts Memphis. The Owls secured one of the biggest victories in school history with an upset of the then-No. 19 Pirates, marking their first win over a ranked foe since 1998 and first such triumph at home. Not only did Temple move within a half-game of the league lead, but created a five-team logjam at the top of the AAC.

One of the those five teams is the Tigers, who can match their highest win total since making their last bowl appearance in 2008 by improving to 3-0 on the road in the conference. Memphis, which won consecutive games for the first time this season following last weekend’s 40-20 home victory versus Tulsa, can double its win total from a season ago with a win in any of its last four contests. The Tigers’ sights should be set much higher than that, however, as their final three opponents after the Owls are a combined 7-18 and buried among the bottom five teams in the conference.

TV: 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPNU.

LINE HISTORY: Memphis opened favored by a converted touchdown and have been bet to -7.5. The total opened at 52.5 and have been bet down to 50.5.

INJURY REPORT: Memphis - UT Sam Craft (questionable Friday, undisclosed). Temple - OL Brendan McGowan (questionable Friday, shoulder), OL Shahbaz Ahmed (questionable Friday, ankle), LB Jarred Alwan (questionable Friday, undisclosed).

WEATHER REPORT: Temperatures will be in the mid 40's with a 11 mile per hour wind gusting towards the south end zone at Lincoln Financial Field. There will also be a 14 percent chance of rain.

ABOUT MEMPHIS (5-3, 5-2-1 ATS, 5-3 O/U): The Tigers were held scoreless in the first quarter for the first time all season against Tulsa, but still managed to post more than 30 points for the sixth time after doing so only once in 2013. Brandon Hayes ran for a personal-best 199 yards – tied for the 16th-best mark in school history – including a career-long 51-yard gallop with 14 seconds remaining in the first half that gave Memphis the lead for good. "(That run) was unbelievable … he really bailed us out on that play. I mean, he was fantastic; he was huge for us," Tigers coach Justin Fuente told reporters after the game.

ABOUT TEMPLE (5-3, 4-4 ATS, 3-5 O/U): Despite being outgained 428-135, the Owls held what was the conference’s most explosive offense without a touchdown for the first 57:45 in part because they blocked a field goal and recovered a season-high five fumbles. Temple has allowed only 10 fourth-quarter points this season and East Carolina’s late touchdown was the first one the Owls have allowed in the final 15 minutes since the second-to-last game of the 2013 season. Temple is tied with Florida International for the FBS lead in fumble recoveries (16) and has forced nine more turnovers in 2014 (24) than it did all of last season during a 2-10 campaign (15).

TRENDS:

* Memphis is 5-0-1 ATS in its last six games versus a team with a winning record.
* Temple is 5-1 ATS in its last six games versus a team with a winning record.
* Over is 5-1 in Memphis' last six conference games.
* Over is 5-1-1 in Temple's last seven Friday games.

CONSENSUS: Just over 53 percent of wagers are backing Temple at +7.5.


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College football Top 25 betting cheat sheet: Week 11

Week 11 of the college football season is packed with marquee matchups featuring Top 25 teams. If you don't have time to break down all the best games on the board, we do the heavy lifting with our NCAAF Top 25 Betting Cheat Sheet:

(17) Georgia Bulldogs at Kentucky Wildcats (+10)

*With Todd Gurley suspended, Nick Chubb has really picked up the slack out of the back field. In the three games that Gurley has missed, the freshman has rushed for 501 yards and four touchdowns. The Bulldogs are coming off their first ATS loss without Gurley as they head into Kentucky, however.

*Kentucky's defense will have its hands full with the Georgia rushing attack. The Wildcats rank 94th in the nation in stopping the run, allowing an average of 188.6 yards per game on the ground.

Presbyterian Blue Hose at (13) Ole Miss Rebels (OTB)

*The Blue Hose are on pace for the best rushing season in its Division I era, posting an average of 182.8 yards per game. PC posted 175.6 rushing yards per game in 11 games in 2011, the current record.

*Ole Miss will start life without WR Laquon Treadwell against Presbyterian. Treadwell, the Rebels leader in receptions and touchdown catches, fractured his leg last week.

(10) Baylor Bears at (16) Oklahoma Sooners (-6.5)

*Baylor has scored at least one touchdown in 29 of 32 quarters of action this season, but the Bears seem to do most of their damage early. Baylor has scored at least one TD in the first quarter of all seven games this year and is outscoring opponents 137-35 in the opening quarter.

*Oklahoma got a bit of a scare when Sterling Shepard strained his groin last week, but Bob Stoops told reporters early this week that “we’re optimistic that it will heal enough that he’ll be full speed (for Baylor)”. Shepard leads the Big 12 in receiving yards per game (119.6).

(24) Wisconsin Badgers at Purdue Boilermakers (+17)

*With 19 total touchdowns, Wisconsin RB Melvin Gordon ranks No. 2 nationally in scoring at 14.3 points per game, trailing only Western Michigan running back Jarvion Franklin (14.7).

*The Boilermakers have been putting up an average of 27 ppg, but there's no single threat for defenses to key in on. Purdue has thrown 13 touchdown passes this season, but no receiver has caught more than one in a single game.

(20) Duke Blue Devils at Syracuse Orange (+3)

*Duke boasts the highest-ranked offensive line in the country in regard to keeping its quarterback upright, surrendering just 0.50 sacks per game and a total of 4.0 this season.

*The running game will be key for the Orange, who are 3-1 when someone rushes for 100-plus yards and 0-5 when none of their ballcarriers reach that mark.

Texas A&M Aggies at (3) Auburn Tigers (-23.5)

*Texas A&M will turn to freshman Kyle Allen at quarterback for the second straight game after Kenny Hill's suspension by the team. "Operationally (Allen) was good there. That’s what you worry about with any young quarterback from an operational standpoint," Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin said this week. "Our communication could get better. We missed a couple signals on the perimeter, whether that’s the receivers or him."

*Auburn certainly prefers to get into shootouts. Since 2005, the Tigers are 16-1 SU in games when teams both score 30 or more points.

(8) Notre Dame Fighting Irish at (12) Arizona State Sun Devils (-2.5)

*Notre Dame has been in command of its games this year. The Irish have trailed for just 11.1 percent of the season, 53:27 out of 480:00 of action. The Irish have held the lead for 304:05 or 63.4 percent of the season.

*ASU is facing its fifth AP-ranked opponent in the last five six played, which is the most the Sun Devils have played in such a short span ever. Against Top 25 teams during that span, the Sun Devils are 4-1 AU and 3-2 ATS.

(25) West Virginia Mountaineers at Texas Longhorns (+3.5)

*"I thought I did a pretty terrible job of managing the game," WVU's Clink Trickett said after throwing two interceptions last week. "Couple turnovers - I've got to be able to hold on to the ball and be more conscious of that."

*Home field has not meant an advantage for the Longhorns, as they are 2-2 SU and 1-3 ATS on their turf. "It's tough because this is supposed to be our home, and you're always expected to defend your home," Longhorns LB Jordan Hicks said this week.

Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks at (1) Mississippi State Bulldogs (OTB)

*Skyhawks Abou Toure has been lighting in up on the ground over the past two weeks. In Tennessee-Martin's past two games, the senior has rushed for 348 yards and five touchdowns.

*It is understandable why Dak Prescott is a leading Heisman candidate as he leads the nation in 200 yard passing/100 yard rushing games, achieving the feat four times this season.

Virginia Cavaliers at (2) Florida State Seminoles (-19.5)

*When you look at Virginia's passing attack, the first thing you notice is balance. The Cavaliers are one of only four teams in FBS that have five or more players with at least 20 receptions, which means the FSU secondary will need to be ready for threats from all angles.

*Jameis Winston has been outstanding while playing in Tallahassee during his career. The pivot has led the Seminoles to a 11-0 SU record and 9-2 ATS at home while outscoring opponents 255-37.

(18) UCLA Bruins at Washington Huskies (+4.5)

*Despite winning their last two games (1-1 ATS), the Bruins have had serious penalty issues heading into the game versus Washington. UCLA has been penalized a combined 25 times for 239 yards in those previous two games. The Bruins rank 115 in the Nation seeing 8.2 flags per game.

*Good news for the Washington Huskies offensive line as LG Dexter Charles is expected to return to the lineup. Charles miss the last two weeks after suffering a foot injury.

(22) Marshall Thundering Herd at Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles (OTB)

*Along with No.1 Mississippi State and No. 2 Florida State, Marshall is one of three programs to remain unbeaten straight up. The best at the betting window of those three? The Thundering Herd, who are 6-2 against the spread (MSU 5-3 ATS, FSU 2-6 ATS).

*Southern Miss coach Todd Monken was quick to defend quarterback Cole Weeks after a four-turnover performance one week ago. “It wasn't one guy,” Monken told the Hattiesburg American. “Because you might've had a protection issue and that's not necessarily the offensive line's fault. It might have been a running back. And a guy hits you when you're not looking and the ball comes out, I don't know how you can blame the quarterback for that.”

(9) Kansas State Wildcats at (7) TCU Horned Frogs (-6)

*Kansas State is 39 of 42 in the red zone this season, including 25 straight scores (19 touchdowns and six field goals) during the past five games.

*Though officially listed as questionable, TCU's RB B.J Catalon has not practiced all week. Catalon leads the Horned Frogs with 493 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns.

Colorado Buffaloes at (21) Arizona Wildcats (-16.5)

*Colorado needs to stop their sudden case of the fumbles if they want to compete with Arizona. The Buffaloes lost three fumbles last week after recording only one in their first eight games.

*"There are so many things we can do better," Wildcats coach Rich Rodriguez told reporters after the Wildcats were held to 255 yards, 80 on the ground, last week.

(4) Alabama Crimson Tide at (15) LSU Tigers (-3.5)

*Since 2009, no defense has allowed fewer touchdowns than the Crimson Tide. Alabama’s defense has surrendered just 104 touchdowns over the last 75 games. That is 39 fewer than the second most in the nation (LSU with 143).

*LSU is 46-3 in Saturday night games in Tiger Stadium under Les Miles. All three of those losses coming to teams that were either No. 1 at the time or reached No. 1 at some point during the year.

(11) Ohio State Buckeyes at (6) Michigan State Spartans (-3.5)

*The Buckeyes have outscored their last six opponents by a combined 189-38 in the first half, shutting out the last two in the opening 30 minutes.

*Smack talk is flying between the Spartans and Buckeyes. Senior Spartans LB Taiwan Jones called Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett a "way better QB" with a "better arm" than starter Braxton Miller.

(5) Oregon Ducks at (22) Utah Utes (+8)

*Ducks LT Jake FIsher has been the key to a stellar offense. Oregon has not allowed a sack in four of the seven games the senior has played this season, but have given up 12 in the two games he has missed.

*The Utes, who lead the netion with 39 sacks, are currently on pace to produce the second-highest sack total in the past decade of college football play.

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Armadillo's Write-Up

Week 11

Saturday's games
Top games of week
Penn State lost last four games, last three by 7 or less points; they're 1-1 on road this season, winning 13-10 at Rutgers. Indiana (+3.5) beat Penn State 44-24 LY, its first series win in last 13 tries; Lions won last seven visits here, all by 11+ points. Indiana allowed 45 ppg in losing last three games; they're 5-6 as home dogs under Wilson, 0-1 this year. Penn State is 2-4 in last six games as a road favorite. Big 14 home underdogs are 5-5 this year.

Iowa won 10 of last 13 games with Minnesota, winning 23-7/31-13 last two years; Hawkeyes are 4-3 as series road favorite, but just 2-3 SU in last five visits here. Gophers are 4-0 at home this year, 1-1 as underdog; they're 6-6 as home dogs under Kill. Iowa scored 41.3 ppg in last three games; they're 2-1 on road and covered last five tries as a road favorite. Minnesota lost 28-24 to Illinois in last game, despite outgaining Illini by 148 yards.

Michigan was outscored 92-35 in losing its first three road games; they won eight of last nine games with Northwestern, last three by 8-7-18, in series where underdogs covered five of last six in series. Wolverines won five in a row in Evanston, all by 8+ points. Wildcats allowed 36.7 ppg in losing last three games by combined 110-41; they gave up 14 points or less in all three wins, 23+ in losses- they're 1-3 at home vs I-A teams. Michigan is 0-5 this year when they allow more than 14 points.

Underdogs are 6-1-1 vs spread in last eight Georgia Tech-NC State tilts; Tech won last four visits here, all by 7+ points, in series where host lost last five games. State lost four of last five games and was outgained by 38 yards in LW's win at Syracuse; they've been outgained in six of eight I-A games. Tech scored 44.7 ppg in its last three games; they're 3-1 on road, with average total of 73.5 in those games. ACC home underdogs are 8-6 against spread this season.

Louisville lost two of last three games after 5-1 start; all six of its wins are by 10+ points. Cardinals had Florida State 21-0/24-7 last Thursday; their next game is at Notre Dame, so bit of trap game here, vs BC squad that won three of last four games, but lost last two home games by total of seven points (Colo State/Clemson). Eagles scored 23+ points in all six of its wins, 21 or less in losses; they're 7-3 vs spread under Addazio at home, 2-2 this season.

Texas won both Big X meetings with West Virginia, 48-45 here, 47-40 in Moergantown LY; Mountaineers scored 30+ points in each of last seven games, but tough to bounce back after 31-30 loss to TCU at gun LW, in a game WV led 13-7 at half. Longhorns lost three of last five games- they allowed 13 or less points in three of four wins (4th was 48-45 vs Iowa State). WV scored 37 ppg in winning all three road games; they've had -3 turnover game four times in last seven games.

UCLA coach Mora is Washington alum; his Bruins are 7-2, winning last three games by 2-3-10 points- they're 2-7 vs spread, with three of four road wins by 8 or less points (1-3 as home favorite this year, 4-5 under Mora overall. Huskies are 2-3 in last five games after 4-0 start; they are 2-2 as underdogs this year, 5-2 in last seven overall as home dog. Pac-12 home underdogs are 8-8 vs spread. UCLA allowed 30+ points in four of its last five games.

Alabama won five of last seven games with LSU, with three of last five in series decided by 4 or less points. Bama split its last eight visits here, with dogs 5-3 vs spread in those games. Tide scored 93 points in its last two games after fans complained about 14-13 win at Arkansas. Alabama is 0-4 as favorite away from home this year, 2-8 in last 10 overall away from home. Tigers allowed 12.3 ppg in winning three straight since 41-7 loss at Auburn; they're 3-2 as home dogs under Miles.

Underdogs are 7-4 vs spread in last 11 Baylor-Oklahoma games; Bears lost last eight visits to Norman, last seven by 7+ points. Average total in last four series games is 72.3. Baylor ran ball for 587 yards in last two series games; they've scored 45+ points in six of eight games this year, but scored 28-27 in last two road games. Baylor is 11-8 under Briles as a road underdog. Sooners scored 30+ points in every game this year, with three of last four games decided by 5 or less points (2-2).

Underdogs won last three Ohio State-Michigan State games SU; OSU is 4-0 in last four visits here, with three wins by 13+ points. Buckeyes are 5-1 vs spread in last six games, scoring 50+ points in all five covers- only non-cover was 31-24 OT win (-14) at Penn State. Spartans won last six games since loss at Oregon (4-2 vs spread); they scored 45.3 ppg in last three games. Big 14 home favorites are 11-11 vs spread. Buckeyes ran ball for 200+ yards in four of last five series games.

Notre Dame (+6.5) beat Arizona State 37-34 LY in Dallas, in game that total yardage was 427-424 ASU. Sun Devils threw ball for 362 yards in game that Irish led 14-13 at half. ND 37.7 ppg in last three games, giving up 39 to Navy's option attack- they lost 31-27 at Florida State in their only true road game this year. ASU got QB Kelly back last week; they're 4-0 since getting waxed by UCLA, allowing 12 ppg in last three games. Pac-12 non-conference home favorites are 8-5 this year.

Oregon scored 46.7 ppg in winning/covering all four games since Arizona upset them; Ducks won four of last five games with Utah; three of four wins were by 14+ points. Utes (+28) lost 44-21 at Oregon LY (433-297 TY); they're 6-1 vs spread this season, 3-0 as underdog- their last five games were all decided by 3 or less points, or in OT. Oregon allowed 34 ppg in winning all three games away from home- they scored 46.3 ppg. Pac-12 home underdogs are 8-8 vs spread this season.

Kansas State beat TCU last two years, 23-10 (-6.5) here two years ago, 33-31 (-11) at home LY; Wildcats covered last six games, winning five in row since 20-14 loss at Auburn. Snyder covered 13 of last 16 tries as a road underdog, winning SU at Oklahoma last month. Three of last five TCU games were decided by 4 or less points; Horned Frogs scored 46.7 ppg in winning/covering all four home games vs I-A teams. Big X home favorites are 6-6 vs spread in conference play.

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Saturday, November 8

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Game of the Day: Ohio State at Michigan State
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Ohio State Buckeyes at Michigan State Spartans (-3.5, 56)

The biggest game of the year in the Big Ten is set to take place Saturday night when No. 6 Michigan State hosts No. 11 Ohio State, putting the winner on course for a berth in the Big Ten Championship game. The Buckeyes have won 20 consecutive regular-season conference games and the Spartans 13, but Michigan State still holds bragging rights thanks to its 34-24 win against Ohio State in last season’s Big Ten title game. The victory erased a nation-leading 24-game winning streak by the Buckeyes.

Rain and temperatures in the low 40s are forecasted for Saturday night in East Lansing and if that holds true, the team with the better ground game could have the edge. Michigan State is led by running back Jeremy Langford, who has rushed for 841 yards and 10 touchdowns and comes in with five straight 100-yard rushing efforts. Ohio State is sturdy against the run, however, allowing 118.6 rushing yards per game - 18th in the FBS.

TV: 8 p.m. ET, ABC. LINE: Michigan State -3.5

LINE HISTORY: The line opened at MSU -3.5 and has yet to move from that point. The opening total of 58.5 has dropped to 56 as of Friday afternoon.

INJURY REPORT: Ohio State - CB Armani Reeves (Doub-Head) Michigan State - LB Mylan Hicks (Prob-Arm), DL James Kittredge (Ques, Lower body)

WEATHER REPORT: Rain is expected to fall throughout the game, but it is not suppose to amount to much. The game will also be played in cold weather as temperatures will sit around the 37°F.

ABOUT OHIO STATE (7-1 SU, 7-1 ATS, 7-1 O/U): Ezekiel Elliott continues to be No. 1 on the depth chart at running back for the Buckeyes, but freshman Curtis Samuel has put his name in the hat as a viable No. 2 option and possibly more. He didn’t get a carry in a double-overtime win against Penn State two weeks ago but was handed the ball nine times last weekend against Illinois and came through with 63 yards and two touchdowns. J.T. Barrett continues to improve at quarterback, totaling 20 touchdown passes and three interceptions in the last six games - all victories.

ABOUT MICHIGAN STATE (7-1 SU, 7-1 ATS, 7-1 O/U): The Spartans did not play last week, which gave them a few extra days to relish their 35-11 victory against Michigan on Oct. 25. During the break, quarterback Connor Cook divulged that he planned to return for his senior year next season, eliciting a sigh of relief from Michigan State fans. That’s not such good news for Ohio State, which was torched by Cook's 304 passing yards and three touchdowns in last season’s title game.

TRENDS:

*Spartans are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 home games.
*Over is 13-3 in Buckeyes last 16 vs. a team with a winning record.
*Over is 9-1 in Spartans last 10 games overall.
*Road team is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 meetings.

CONSENSUS: 60.76 percent of users are backing Michigan State with 53.1 percent on the over.


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NCAAF

Saturday, November 8


Running game key for Syracuse this season

Syracuse has been using a multi-pronged attack when it comes to running the ball this season with five separate backs with 100 yards or more on the ground. The Orange have been poor when their run game is shut down going 0-5 straight-up and 1-4 against the spread when no back hits the 100 yard mark.

Syracuse host Duke Saturday.


Arizona State standing tall vs. ranked opponents

Despite facing some stiff competition, Arizona State has been coming through in a big way when it counts.

The No. 12 Sun Devils take on No. 8 Notre Dame Saturday - their fifth ranked opponent in their last six games.

Arizona State is 4-1 SU and 3-2 ATS against ranked competition. They're currently 2.5-point home favorites with a total of 60.


Louisville without LB against Boston College

Louisville will try and stop the running attack of Boston College without LB Lorenzo Mauldin. The fourth leading tackler for the Cardinals injured his hamstring this week.

With Mauldin out, there will be a platoon to fill in for his absence that will likely consist of Trevon Young and Nick Dawson.


Blue Hose gaining notoriety on the ground

The Presbyterian Blue Hose have done a fantastic job running the football this season, something they'll need to do well against No. 13 Ole Miss Saturday.

The Blue Hose are on pace for the best rushing season in its Division I era, posting an average of 182.8 yards per game. PC posted 175.6 rushing yards per game in 11 games in 2011, the current record.


Purdue sharing the load on offense

The Purdue Boilermakers have been spreading the ball around on offense and then some this year.

Purdue has been putting up an average of 27 points per game, but there's no single threat for defenses to key in on. The Boilermakers have thrown 13 touchdown passes on the campaign, but no receiver has caught mroe than one in a single game yet.

The Boilermakers are presently 17-point home dogs for their matchup against No. 24 Wisconsin Saturday.


Holes in Kentucky's defense could spell trouble

Kentucky could be in for a long day against a fierce Georgia rushing attack in Week 11 college football action Saturday.

The Wildcats rank 94th in the Nation in stopping the run, allowing an average of 188.6 yards per game on the ground. In the absence of star runningback Todd Gurley, the Bulldogs have still managed to put up great numbers in the backfield, as Nick Chubb has 501 yards and four touchdowns in Gurley's absence.

Kentucky is presently 10-point home dogs with an O/U of 55.5.


Aggies turn to Allen once again vs. Auburn

Texas A&M will give the reigns of the quarterback position once again to freshman Kyle Allen in the wake of Kenny Hill's suspension by the squad.

"Operationally, (Allen) was good out there. That's what you worry about with any young quarterback from an operational standpoint," said Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin this week. "Our communication could get better. We missed a couple signals on the perimeter, whether that's the receivers or him."

The Aggies face off against No. 3 Auburn Saturday. The Tigers are presently 23.5-point home faves with a total of 68.5.

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Where the action is: Saturday's biggest college football line moves

There is a surplus of marquee matchups on the NCAAF Week 11 schedule. That’s kept oddsmakers on their toes, as action pours in on Saturday’s slate.

We talk to Scott Kaminsky of TheGreek.com about the biggest adjustments on the Week 11 board and where those odds will end by kickoff.

SMU Mustangs at Tulsa Golden Hurricane – Open: -10.5, Move: -14

This “Toilet Bowl” is a matchup of teams with just one win between them. But that hasn’t stopped bettors from moving this number 3.5 points to the key two-touchdown spread. It doesn’t matter who the Mustangs face each week, the action is going against them.

“I’m making it a rule to bet against SMU each week,” jokes Kaminsky. “But I looked at Tulsa and just couldn’t do it. But when it comes to the Mustangs, you might as well just bet the opening number. They’ve bet against SMU every week. I actually opened this game SMU +12 because they beat them every week.”

Iowa Hawkeyes at Minnesota Golden Gophers – Open: +2.5, Move: -1

Wiseguys have pushed this spread over the fence, with Minnesota going from a home underdog to home favorite. The Gophers are undefeated inside TCF Bank Stadium this season with a 3-2 ATS record as hosts.

“The basic reason behind the move is the wiseguys have their own set of odds and must have Minnesota at like -3 or -4,” says Kaminsky. “The bet Minnesota thinking they should be the favorite in this game.”

Texas A&M Aggies at Auburn Tigers – Open: -20.5, Move: -23.5

The Aggies are far from the team that stunned college football bettors in Week 1. Texas A&M has backup Kyle Allen under center with Kenny Hill still serving a suspension, and barely did enough to get past UL Monroe last weekend. Action has puffed up Auburn’s odds by a field goal as of Friday afternoon.

“Seems like Texas A&M is getting worse week after week,” says Kaminsky. “They came out that first week against South Carolina and you thought it was the second coming of Manziel. That’s just isn’t the case.”

UCLA Bruins at Washington Huskies – Open: +4, Move: +6.5

This spread is creeping toward a touchdown with money on the Bruins. However, UCLA hits the road with some serious defensive issues. While it was able to limit Arizona to a touchdown last week, the Bruins allowed an average of 35.75 points in the four game prior.

“They’ve been good this season, with their only losses to Utah and Oregon. But their defense has given up a lot,” says Kaminsky. “That’s a lot of yards – over 400 yards per game (414.9 yards against per game, actually).”

Ohio State Buckeyes at Michigan State Spartans – Open: 60, Move: -55.5

This total has dipped as much as 4.5 points at some markets. While the Buckeyes have steamrolled opponent with a potent scoring attack – averaging 45.6 points – bettors are expecting a hardnosed Big Ten battle that could have a huge impact on the conference’s position in the College Football Playoff.

“If I were betting it, I’d look at the Under,” says Kaminsky. “Both of these teams can put up points but both of the defenses are decent and this is a pretty big number.”

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NCAAF

Saturday, November 8


TCU's leading rusher won't play Saturday

Running back B.J. Catalon, TCU's leading rusher, was ruled out for Saturday's key Big 12 game against Kansas State by Horned Frogs head coach Gary Patterson on Friday.

Catalon suffered an upper torso injury in the closing moments of last Saturday's victory over West Virginia. He has not practiced all week, so it is not a surprise that he will not play Saturday.

Catalon has rushed for a team-high 493 yards this season and has scored 10 of TCU's 22 rushing touchdowns. He also has 14 receptions for 163 yards and one touchdown.

Aaron Green (378 rushing yards) and Trevorris Johnson (199 rushing yards) are expected to get most of the playing time in Catalon's absence.

It also may put more pressure on TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin to carry the offensive load.

TCU and Kansas State are ranked No. 6 and No. 7, respectively, in this week's College Football Playoff rankings and are fighting for first place in the Big 12.


Missouri CB Penton suspended

Missouri suspended starting cornerback Aarion Penton a day before it faces Texas A&M in a Big 12 matchup.

According the Columbia Missourian, Penton was suspended indefinitely, per department policy, after he was arrested early Friday on suspicion of marijuana possession. Whether he will be permitted to return to the team this season was unclear.

The sophomore had started all nine games this year and led the Tigers in pass breakups with 10 and added three interceptions and 18 tackles.

Junior David Johnson is behind Penton on the depth chart and expected to take over his spot. Sophomore John Gipson and freshman Logan Cheadle also could be in the mix for playing time.

The Missouri secondary will be without strong safety Braylon Webb for the first half Saturday against Texas A&M because of a targeting penalty.

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NCAAF

Saturday, November 8


High winds expected to impact games Saturday

High winds are expected to impact a few college football matchups Saturday.

In Wisconsin's clash with Purdue, northwest winds of between 10-20 mph could hit Ross-Ade Stadium.

It's the same story in Michigan-Northwestern's contest, with winds of 12-17 mph expected to affect play in Evanston.

Forecasts are calling for partly cloudy skies with northwest gusts of 12-17 to hit Memorial Stadium for Penn State and Indiana's affair as well.


Army has been a blackhole for ATS play

If it's not bad enough that Army is losing on the field, they are also losing at the window. The Black Knights are 2-6 straight-up and against the spread this season, including drooping their last three in both categories.

Army's lone covers came when they were favored by 3 points against Buffalo in Week 1 and when they were -2.5 against Ball State in Week 5.

Currently, the Black Knights are 5-point home faves against UConn


Troy putting up a ton of points at home

Troy loves treating their hometown fans to high-scoring games.

The Over is 12-1 in the Trojans' last 13 games at Movie Gallery Veterans Stadium. Georgia State comes to town Saturday.

Both teams are sporting ugly 1-8 SU records. The Trojans are currently 7-point home faves with a total of 67.5.


Syracuse becoming a boon for Under bettors

Syracuase games have become a haven for bettors banking on lot totals, evidenced by the Under going 6-1-1 in the Orange's last eight matchups.

Syracuse hosts Duke in Week 11 college football action Saturday.

Oddsmakers currently have the No. 20 Blue Devils as 4-point road faves with the total sitting at 51.


No shortage of offense when Baylor-Oklahoma clash

To say that the scoreboards operators are expecting a busy day in Norman is an understatement. Baylor and Oklahoma have a combined over/under record this season of 12-3-1.

Baylor's astounding offense is averaging 47.6 ppg (No.2) and 571.7 yards per game (No.1). The Sooners might be the first offense that the Bears have seen that can match them as Oklahoma is posting 41.5 ppg (No.8) and 494.6 yards (No.19).

The current total sits at 72.5, which is the highest Oklahoma has seen this season but only the third highest for Baylor.


Lack of offensive punch keeping Wolfpack under

Seemingly at the drop of a hat, North Carolina State went from being on fire to being on life support offensively.

The Wolfpack started the season 3-2 over/under while averaging 40 points per game. In the last four games though North Carolina has gone 0-3-1 O/U and have scored an accumulative 56 points.

North Carolina State hosts Georgia Tech with the total currently set at 60.


Badgers historically dominating ATS vs. Purdue

No. 24 Wisconsin has traditionally had Purdue's number, and the two clubs will face off again Saturday in West Lafayette.

The Badgers are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 meetings with the Boilermakers.

Wisconsin is currently 17.5-point road favorites with an Over/Under of 54.


Underdogs prevailing in SMU-Tulsa matchups

When Tulsa and Southern Methodist have gotten together, it's been the underdogs coming out on top.

Dogs are 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings between the two schools, and they'll reunite once again on Saturday.

SMU is currently listed as 14-point road faves with an O/U of 58 for the contest.


Defense shows up between Iowa-Minnesota, under hot

When the Iowa Hawkeyes and Minnesota Golden Gophers clash every season, they have certainly brought defenses. This defensive battle has led to a 0-4-1 over/under record in the past five meetings.

Those five games have seen the teams combine for an average of 36 points and 558 yards of offense (279 yards per team).

The total for Iowa and Minnesota is currently set at 45.5.


Kentucky solid ATS at home, host Georgia

Kentucky has been nearly a sure thing at home for their spread bettors, posting a 5-1 record ATS in their previous six matchups at Commonwealth Stadium.

The Wildcats will have their hands full with a tough Georgia team coming to town Saturday.

The Bulldogs are currently -10 road favorites. The total for the game is sitting at 55.5


Louisiana Tech cruising ATS

Louisiana Tech has been dominating against the spread recently, going 4-1 ATS in their last five games.

The Bulldogs host Alabama-Birmingham in Week 11 NCAAF action Saturday.

The Blazers are presently 3.5-point home dogs with a total of 56.5