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Back Beavers (-1) to topple Ducks

Oregon State is playing its best ball of the season while Oregon's season has gone in the dumps the last few weeks thanks to QB injuries.  Back the Beavers against the Ducks.

 
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Play Navy -14 to ground Army

Navy owns the No.1 rushing attack in the land, and they'll grind up yardage and points today against a porous Army rush defense.  Play the Midshipmen as faves vs. the Cadets.

 
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Army (14) to sink Navy with solid air attack

The 108th meeting between the two academies has the potential for a seesaw offensive affair. Take Army and the 14 points this afternoon when they take on Navy.

 
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New Mexico St. +13 vs. Fresno St.

Pat Hill's Fresno State club will be going bowling this year, and that may lead to a letdown Friday night when the Bulldogs travel to Las Cruces, NM, to face New Mexico State.

 
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Louisiana Tech +7½ at Nevada

Mackay Stadium in Reno, NV, will be the site for this week's WAC finale between the host Wolf Pack and Louisiana Tech.  Back the visiting Bulldogs as the underdogs in this one.

 
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Dog Pittsburgh Panthers +9 vs. South Florida Bulls

Pittsburgh has improved immensely over the last four weeks, as they could be 4-0 during this stretch. South Florida has not been a great road favorite, so play the Panhers.

 
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North Carolina Tar Heels -14 to handle Duke Blue Devils

Duke is one of the worst teams in the country, and they made Notre Dame look like world-beaters last week. North Carolina has been tough at home, and they should roll.

 
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Play Marshall Thundering Herd -14½ over UAB Blazers

While Marshall has shown some marked improvement lately, UAB has packed it in for the season. Take the Thundering Herd to end their season with a romp.

 
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Roll with Alabama Crimson Tide +4½ vs. Auburn Tigers

Both Alabama and Auburn have had disappointing years, and both are looking to this Iron Bowl to salvage something. Look for Bama to rebound from a loss to UL Monroe.

 
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Florida State Seminoles +14 to chop Florida Gators

Florida has won three straight games vs. Florida State, and the Gators are coming off of three double-digit wins. Still, the Noles hold all the value here, so take the points.

 
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College Football Week 13: Nashville Sounds

Vanderbilt can clinch a winning season for the first time in 25 years with a win here. Look for the Commodores to recover from a disappointing loss to Tennessee in this spot.

 
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Play Pittsburgh Panthers +9 vs. South Florida Bulls

South Florida exploded vs. Louisville last week, but a letdown is expected here against an improving Pittsburgh team. Take the points with the Panthers in a possible upset.

 
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Take Texas-El Paso Miners +21 at UCF Golden Knights

UTEP has lost three straight ATS, but that actually puts them in a positive situation for their season finale. With the line up to three touchdowns, take UTEP and the points.

 
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Take Washington Huskies -6 at home vs. Washington State Cougars

This is a rivalry game, but the Washington offense has come alive lately, while Washington State is 0-5 on the road. Look for Washington to go to 7-1 ATS in the series.

 
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Memphis Tigers -7½ to roar over SMU Mustangs

SMU has won just one game, and they have shown no interest in winning for their lame duck coach. Memphis will probably go to a bowl with a big win, so lay the points.

 
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Central Florida Golden Knights -18 over UTEP Miners

UCF is averaging over 40 points at home while UTEP is allowing over 40 points per game on the road. Look for the Golden Knights to end the season with a romp.

 
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SMU Mustangs +7½ to take Memphis Tigers to the wire

Memphis has not been blowing people away in their wins, and their defense is very suspect, especially against the run. Look for SMU to control the clock and stay close.

 
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South Florida Bulls, Pittsburgh Panthers Under 47

Both South Florida and Pittsburgh continue to play good defense, and these clubs combined for 39 points last season. Expect a similar total and another Under.

 
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Mississippi St (-6) vs. Ole Miss

The Egg Bowl actually means something more than an in-state rivalry for Mississippi State this year.  Make your play on the Bulldogs on their home turf versus the ole Miss Rebels.

 
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Grab Georgia Bulldogs -3½ at Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

One of the oldest rivalries in college football takes place Saturday at Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, and the Georgia Bulldogs are the play as road favorites at Georgia Tech.

 
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Go with Akron Zips +2½ to upset Central Michigan

Akron exploded for 48 points the last time they were home, and they should be able to take advantage of a porous CMU defense. Take the Zips to pull the mild home upset.

 
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Ole Miss & Mississippi St Over 47

Unlike last year's snoozer Egg Bowl, this year's Ole Miss, Mississippi State matchup should be a high-scoring affair.  Play the Over when the Bulldogs host the Rebels Friday.

 
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Boston College -14½ vs. Miami

Since the Flutie-to-Phelan miracle in 1984, Boston College has dropped 16-straight to Miami.  That streak ends Saturday when the Matt Ryan and the Eagles host the Hurricanes.

 
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Woo, Pig! Arkansas Razorbacks -11½ vs. Mississippi State

Tennessee's rout of Arkansas last week plays into line value on the Razorbacks this week.  Lay the points and call the Hogs Saturday against Mississippi State.

 
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Iowa St and Kansas Under 58

The most underrated part of the Jayhawks' gridiron group this is their defense, especially up front on the line.  That group will play a key role in an Under today vs Iowa St.

 
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Cal Bears -7 at Washington

After starting the season 5-0, California has been in a skid losing four of their last five, but look for a solid effort this afternoon by the Bears when they travel to face Washington.

 
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South Florida -9 vs. Louisville

It's been a disappointing season for both South Florida and Louisville.  Look for Jim Leavitt's Bulls to treat their fans to a win in their home game tonight versus the Cardinals.

 
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Clemson -8½ vs Boston College

Boston College rose to No. 2 in the country using smoke and mirrors while there's no magic to Clemson's claim as the No. 1 team in the ACC.  Take the Tigers today vs. the Eagles.

 
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On Oklahoma Sooner -7½ at Texas Tech Red Raiders

Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops will have studied film on how Mizzou stopped Texas Tech, and he will have his Sooners prepared tonight in Lubboch against the Red Raiders.

 
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San Diego St. +11½ at Air Force

Air Force is being overrated for this one after their win against Notre Dame last week.  Side with the underdog San Diego State Aztecs this afternoon when they visit the Falcons.

 
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Kansas -26½ vs. Iowa State

Don't worry about Mark Mangino's Jayhawks looking past this week to their meeting with Missouri.  Lay the thick chalk on Kansas Saturday when they host the Iowa State Cyclones.

 
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Cash the Utah Utes -14½ vs. New Mexico Lobos

Utah is the creal of the Mountain West crop this year, and they will send their fans home happy this week.  Play the Utes as big favorites against the New Mexico Lobos.

 
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Go with San Diego State Aztecs, Air Force Falcons Under 49

Both Air Force and San Diego State have strong Under trends in MWC play. With the Aztecs averaging 19 points on the road and the Falcons allowing 11 at home, go Under.

 
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Take BYU Cougars, Wyoming Cowboys Under 46

BYU has an underrated defense that allows 19.8 points per game, while Wyoming has allowed even fewer yards per game than BYU. Expect enough stops for an Under.

 
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Cincinnati +6 vs. West Virginia

In a season full of upsets, don't be too surprised if Cincinnati beats West Virginia straight up Saturday night.  Take the Bearcats and the points against the Mountaineers.

 
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Iowa (-14) vs. Western Michigan

Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City hosts this interconference matchup, and with the home crowd behind them, the Hawkeyes will cover the 2-TD spread against Western Michigan.

 
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Kansas State +7 vs. Missouri

Kansas State is coming off a big-time whipping at the hands of Nebraska last week, but the Wildcats still have enough offense and special teams play to cover against Missouri.

 
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Taking Temple (+2) vs. Kent State

A MAC contest between a pair of 3-7 teams isn't going to draw a lot of attention, but there's money to be made on the Temple Owls at home vs. the Kent State Golden Flashes.

 
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Follow Florida State Seminoles (-7) vs. Maryland Terrapins

Coming off their upset over Boston College a week ago, Maryland is in a prime letdown spot this week at Florida State.  Back the Seminoles as TD chalk vs. the Terps.

 
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Indians -14½ to scalp Mean Green

Todd Dodge's Mean Green aren't mean enough on defense to stay within this number.  Back Arkansas State at home in Jonesboro when the Indians host North Texas.

 
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UConn Huskies -19 vs. Syracuse

These two teams will be more evenly matched this season on the hardwood, but the Connecticut Huskies own a big edge on the gridiron.  Play UConn at home vs. Syracuse.

 
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Grab Georgia Bulldogs (-7½) vs. Kentucky Wildcats

Georgia's hopes for an invite to the SEC Championship Game begin this Saturday at home against Kentucky.  Back the Bulldogs as favorites against the Wildcats.

 
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Ole Miss (+19) vs. LSU Tigers

Recent contests in this series have been close, with three points or less separating Ole Miss and LSU four of the last five years.  Take the Rebels and the points at home vs. the Tigers.

 
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Take Toledo Rockets (+5½) at Ball State Cardinals

After opening the season 0-3, Toledo has come on strong to win five of their last seven, scoring 55 per game their last three.  Ride the Rockets tonight at Ball State.

 
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East Carolina Pirates, Marshall Thundering Herd Over 65½

East Carolina has been an offensive juggernaut this year, but their defense is horrendous. Marshall should put up points with their passing game, so go Over.

 
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Back Virginia Cavaliers (+3½) at Miami Hurricanes

It's Miami's last game at the Orange Bowl, and it won't be a Hurricanes cover as favorites.  Cash in on the Virginia Cavaliers as road dogs in this ACC contest.

 
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Follow Florida Gators (-7½) at South Carolina Gamecocks

Against the sieve that is the Gamecocks defense, expect Florida to score at will Saturday night when the Gators travel to face SEC rivals South Carolina in Columbia.

 
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Virginia Cavaliers +3½ to spoil Orange Bowl farewell for Miami

Virginia is 8-2, with five of their wins being by two points or less, while Miami has an average winning margin or +3.0 points. Take the points in another nailbiter.

 
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Maryland Terrapins (+6) vs. Boston College Eagles

Boston College will have a tough time regrouping this week after their first loss of the season last Saturday.  Make your play on Maryland at home Saturday night.

 
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Lay it on LSU (-36) vs. La Tech

It's a big number, very big considering Louisiana Tech's efforts this year.  However, LSU has a BCS title in their sights and the Tigers will have the home crowd behind them.