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Pac-12 Report - Week 2
September 11, 2015
2014 PAC-12 STANDINGS
Team SU Conference ATS Over/Under
Arizona 1-0 0-0 0-1 1-0
Arizona State 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
California 1-0 0-0 1-0 1-0
Colorado 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
Oregon 1-0 0-0 0-1 1-0
Oregon State 1-0 0-0 0-1 0-1
Southern California 1-0 0-0 1-0 0-1
Stanford 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
UCLA 1-0 0-0 0-0-1 0-1
Utah 1-0 0-0 1-0 0-1
Washington 0-1 0-0 1-0 0-1
Washington State 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
Utah State at Utah (Friday - ESPN2, 9:00 p.m. ET)
It's time for the Beehive State battle, and the money is on Utah at a nearly two-to-one clip. Utah opened with a 24-17 win against Michigan, and that score was made to look closer with a late Wolverines score. Utah induced several turnovers, including a pick-six in the victory. Utah State looked like they were sleepwalking in last weekend's 12-9 win against FCS Southern Utah. Utah State will also be without WR Hunter Sharp, who reeled in 66 receptions in 2014. Utah lost TE Evan Moeai to a season-ending leg ailment in the opener. Utah is favored by 12 in the rivalry game, and if the two sides play like they did last weekend it could be a Utah blowout. The Utes have won 13 of the past 14 in the series, including a 30-26 win Aug. 29, 2013 in the last meeting.
Oregon State at Michigan (ABC, 12:00 p.m. ET)
So far the Jim Harbaugh era doesn't look much different from the Brady Hoke era. The Wolverines started off last week with a 24-17 loss at Utah. QB Jake Rudock was given the nod, and he tossed a pair of touchdowns. However, he also had three interceptions, including one for a TD going the other way. Oregon State looked sluggish in a 26-7 win against Weber State in Corvallis, so they might be the perfect opponent for Michigan in their home opener. Still, Michigan is favored by nearly 17, and the bettors appear to be heading over to the Beavs. Michigan is 1-8 in its past nine against Pac-12 foes, including last week, but they're also 112-18-3 all-time in openers at the Big House.
Washington State at Rutgers (ESPNU, 3:30 p.m. ET)
Rutgers manhandled Norfolk State last weekend, piling up 63 points in the win against the FCS opponent. Washington State didn't fare as well in their game against FCS Portland State, losing a 24-17 stunner on the Palouse. QB Luke Falk left the game in the fourth quarter due to a shoulder injury, but he is expected to play in this one. Rutgers had to overcome suspensions to QB Chris Laviano and WR Leonte Carroo last weekend. The two sat for the first half, but made up for lost time in the second half with a three scoring connections in the rout. Rutgers is favored by just three here, and it appears to be too good to be true. These sides met in Pullman last season, and the Scarlet Knights came away with a scintillating 41-38 win.
San Diego State at California (Pac-12 Network, 5:00 p.m.)
The Aztecs head to NorCal for an intrastate battle with the Bears. San Diego State punished crosstown foe San Diego of the FCS by a 37-3 count last weekend, while Cal made quick work of an overmatched Grambling, winning 73-14. If the Aztecs are to be successful this season they need to get workhorse RB Donnel Pumphrey on track. He piled up 1,867 yards and 20 touchdowns last season, a record for a school which once had Marshall Faulk. However, Pumphrey was bottled up for just 65 yards on 20 totes last weekend. Cal aired it out with QB Jared goff going for 309 yards, with WR Kenny Lawler posting three touchdowns in the rout. SDSU has dropped 27 straight road games against Pac-12 teams since 1975, so an upset appears unlikely. The latest line has Cal favored by nearly two touchdowns.
Arizona at Nevada (CBS Sports Network, 7:00 p.m. ET)
Arizona had its hands full, again, with Texas-San Antonio last weekend. They managed to fend off the Roadrunners 42-32, but it was costly since they lost LB Scooby Wright to a knee injury. Nevada catches a break with the tackle machine sidelined indefinitely. Nevada wasn't particularly sharp in a 31-17 win over UC Davis. The Pack is 4-5 all-time in nine home games against ranked teams. In addition to the injured Wright, Arizona will be without starting WR Samajie Grant and starting S Tellas Jones, as well as a backup DT, due to a violation of team rules. 'Zona is favored by 11 1/2 points.
Oregon at Michigan State (ABC, 8:00 p.m. ET)
The marquee matchup of the weekend pits playoff hopefuls Oregon and Michigan State in East Lansing. The Ducks treated the visiting Spartans unkindly in a 46-27 battle in Eugene last season. Sparty hopes to return the favor this time around, and they will have the luxury of not having to solve QB Marcus Mariota, who now plays on Sundays. QB Vernon Adams Jr. was sharp, throwing for 340 yards in a 61-42 win against Eastern Washington, but the defense certainly looked vulnerable. MSU QB Connor Cook tossed for 343 yards in Eugene last season, and has far more experience. The Spartans are 1-5 ATS in their past six against Pac-12 clubs, but 7-2 ATS in their past nine at home and 4-0 ATS in their past four against a team with a winning record. In addition, the 'over' is 7-3 in the past 10 non-conference games for Oregon, and a perfect 7-0 in Michigan State's past seven outside the Big Ten.
UCLA at UNLV (CBS Sports Network, 10:30 p.m. ET)
UCLA freshman QB Josh Rosen lived up to the hype with a surgical performance against Virginia. He completed 28 of his 35 pass attempts for 351 yards and three touchdowns in the 34-17 win, and the most important part is that he did not commit any turnovers. UNLV was surprisingly sharp in a 38-30 loss on the road against Northern Illinois, so the Bruins cannot overlook the Runnin' Rebels. QB Blake Decker was efficient, throwing for 319 yards and a pair of scores, finding WR Devonte Boyd for a 64-yard touchdown. The Bruins will continue to be without starting CB Ish Adams, who was suspended after an arrest for felony robbery in August. UCLA is 1-3-1 ATS in its past five non-conference tilts, and 17-37-1 ATS in the past 55 against teams with a losing record. UNLV is 1-5 ATS in the past six at home, and 0-3-1 ATS in the past four against Pac-12 foes.
UCF at Stanford (FOX Sports 1, 10:30 p.m. ET)
UCF heads to Palo Alto looking to kick a Stanford team while its down. The Cardinal were completely flat in a shocking 16-6 loss at Northwestern. It wasn't so much that Stanford lost, but how they lost. Still, Stanford is 10-1 following a loss under head coach David Shaw. The Cardinal could do some things offensively against a Golden Knights defense which was pounded for 260 passing yards against lowly Florida International, losing 15-14. Stanford also needs to make its way through the rest of the season without DT Harrison Phillips, who suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. The good news is WR Devon Cajuste is believed to be back at 100 percent after dealing with an ankle injury in the opener. Stanford has won 13 straight non-confernece home games. Stanford is 12-3-1 ATS in the past 16 against a team with a losing record, and 7-1 ATS in the past eight following a straight-up loss.
Other ACC teams in action
Sacramento State at Washington (Pac-12 Network, 2:00 p.m.)
Massachusetts at Colorado (Pac-12 Network, 2:00 p.m.)
Idaho at Southern California (Pac-12 Network, 8:00 p.m.)
Cal Poly at Arizona State (Pac-12 Network, 11:00 p.m.)
September 11, 2015
2014 PAC-12 STANDINGS
Team SU Conference ATS Over/Under
Arizona 1-0 0-0 0-1 1-0
Arizona State 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
California 1-0 0-0 1-0 1-0
Colorado 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
Oregon 1-0 0-0 0-1 1-0
Oregon State 1-0 0-0 0-1 0-1
Southern California 1-0 0-0 1-0 0-1
Stanford 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
UCLA 1-0 0-0 0-0-1 0-1
Utah 1-0 0-0 1-0 0-1
Washington 0-1 0-0 1-0 0-1
Washington State 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1
Utah State at Utah (Friday - ESPN2, 9:00 p.m. ET)
It's time for the Beehive State battle, and the money is on Utah at a nearly two-to-one clip. Utah opened with a 24-17 win against Michigan, and that score was made to look closer with a late Wolverines score. Utah induced several turnovers, including a pick-six in the victory. Utah State looked like they were sleepwalking in last weekend's 12-9 win against FCS Southern Utah. Utah State will also be without WR Hunter Sharp, who reeled in 66 receptions in 2014. Utah lost TE Evan Moeai to a season-ending leg ailment in the opener. Utah is favored by 12 in the rivalry game, and if the two sides play like they did last weekend it could be a Utah blowout. The Utes have won 13 of the past 14 in the series, including a 30-26 win Aug. 29, 2013 in the last meeting.
Oregon State at Michigan (ABC, 12:00 p.m. ET)
So far the Jim Harbaugh era doesn't look much different from the Brady Hoke era. The Wolverines started off last week with a 24-17 loss at Utah. QB Jake Rudock was given the nod, and he tossed a pair of touchdowns. However, he also had three interceptions, including one for a TD going the other way. Oregon State looked sluggish in a 26-7 win against Weber State in Corvallis, so they might be the perfect opponent for Michigan in their home opener. Still, Michigan is favored by nearly 17, and the bettors appear to be heading over to the Beavs. Michigan is 1-8 in its past nine against Pac-12 foes, including last week, but they're also 112-18-3 all-time in openers at the Big House.
Washington State at Rutgers (ESPNU, 3:30 p.m. ET)
Rutgers manhandled Norfolk State last weekend, piling up 63 points in the win against the FCS opponent. Washington State didn't fare as well in their game against FCS Portland State, losing a 24-17 stunner on the Palouse. QB Luke Falk left the game in the fourth quarter due to a shoulder injury, but he is expected to play in this one. Rutgers had to overcome suspensions to QB Chris Laviano and WR Leonte Carroo last weekend. The two sat for the first half, but made up for lost time in the second half with a three scoring connections in the rout. Rutgers is favored by just three here, and it appears to be too good to be true. These sides met in Pullman last season, and the Scarlet Knights came away with a scintillating 41-38 win.
San Diego State at California (Pac-12 Network, 5:00 p.m.)
The Aztecs head to NorCal for an intrastate battle with the Bears. San Diego State punished crosstown foe San Diego of the FCS by a 37-3 count last weekend, while Cal made quick work of an overmatched Grambling, winning 73-14. If the Aztecs are to be successful this season they need to get workhorse RB Donnel Pumphrey on track. He piled up 1,867 yards and 20 touchdowns last season, a record for a school which once had Marshall Faulk. However, Pumphrey was bottled up for just 65 yards on 20 totes last weekend. Cal aired it out with QB Jared goff going for 309 yards, with WR Kenny Lawler posting three touchdowns in the rout. SDSU has dropped 27 straight road games against Pac-12 teams since 1975, so an upset appears unlikely. The latest line has Cal favored by nearly two touchdowns.
Arizona at Nevada (CBS Sports Network, 7:00 p.m. ET)
Arizona had its hands full, again, with Texas-San Antonio last weekend. They managed to fend off the Roadrunners 42-32, but it was costly since they lost LB Scooby Wright to a knee injury. Nevada catches a break with the tackle machine sidelined indefinitely. Nevada wasn't particularly sharp in a 31-17 win over UC Davis. The Pack is 4-5 all-time in nine home games against ranked teams. In addition to the injured Wright, Arizona will be without starting WR Samajie Grant and starting S Tellas Jones, as well as a backup DT, due to a violation of team rules. 'Zona is favored by 11 1/2 points.
Oregon at Michigan State (ABC, 8:00 p.m. ET)
The marquee matchup of the weekend pits playoff hopefuls Oregon and Michigan State in East Lansing. The Ducks treated the visiting Spartans unkindly in a 46-27 battle in Eugene last season. Sparty hopes to return the favor this time around, and they will have the luxury of not having to solve QB Marcus Mariota, who now plays on Sundays. QB Vernon Adams Jr. was sharp, throwing for 340 yards in a 61-42 win against Eastern Washington, but the defense certainly looked vulnerable. MSU QB Connor Cook tossed for 343 yards in Eugene last season, and has far more experience. The Spartans are 1-5 ATS in their past six against Pac-12 clubs, but 7-2 ATS in their past nine at home and 4-0 ATS in their past four against a team with a winning record. In addition, the 'over' is 7-3 in the past 10 non-conference games for Oregon, and a perfect 7-0 in Michigan State's past seven outside the Big Ten.
UCLA at UNLV (CBS Sports Network, 10:30 p.m. ET)
UCLA freshman QB Josh Rosen lived up to the hype with a surgical performance against Virginia. He completed 28 of his 35 pass attempts for 351 yards and three touchdowns in the 34-17 win, and the most important part is that he did not commit any turnovers. UNLV was surprisingly sharp in a 38-30 loss on the road against Northern Illinois, so the Bruins cannot overlook the Runnin' Rebels. QB Blake Decker was efficient, throwing for 319 yards and a pair of scores, finding WR Devonte Boyd for a 64-yard touchdown. The Bruins will continue to be without starting CB Ish Adams, who was suspended after an arrest for felony robbery in August. UCLA is 1-3-1 ATS in its past five non-conference tilts, and 17-37-1 ATS in the past 55 against teams with a losing record. UNLV is 1-5 ATS in the past six at home, and 0-3-1 ATS in the past four against Pac-12 foes.
UCF at Stanford (FOX Sports 1, 10:30 p.m. ET)
UCF heads to Palo Alto looking to kick a Stanford team while its down. The Cardinal were completely flat in a shocking 16-6 loss at Northwestern. It wasn't so much that Stanford lost, but how they lost. Still, Stanford is 10-1 following a loss under head coach David Shaw. The Cardinal could do some things offensively against a Golden Knights defense which was pounded for 260 passing yards against lowly Florida International, losing 15-14. Stanford also needs to make its way through the rest of the season without DT Harrison Phillips, who suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. The good news is WR Devon Cajuste is believed to be back at 100 percent after dealing with an ankle injury in the opener. Stanford has won 13 straight non-confernece home games. Stanford is 12-3-1 ATS in the past 16 against a team with a losing record, and 7-1 ATS in the past eight following a straight-up loss.
Other ACC teams in action
Sacramento State at Washington (Pac-12 Network, 2:00 p.m.)
Massachusetts at Colorado (Pac-12 Network, 2:00 p.m.)
Idaho at Southern California (Pac-12 Network, 8:00 p.m.)
Cal Poly at Arizona State (Pac-12 Network, 11:00 p.m.)
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