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Can Ohio State avoid a letdown at Michigan Wolverines?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:21:35 PM

Coming down to the wire in the 2009 college football season, SBR's Justin7 and Peter Loshak take a look at Week 12 games and betting opportunities.

Boise State needs blowout win on Friday to keep BCS hopes alive

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:03:00 PM

The Boise St. Broncos, despite a No. 6 spot in the BCS, still face an uphill battle if they are going to punch a ticket for one of the five BCS bowl games in January.

Michigan Wolverines to let it all hang out on Saturday vs. Ohio St.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:06:46 PM

For Michigan, this is their bowl game and chance to avoid a second consecutive losing season. Look for an all-out effort from the Wolverines at home Saturday vs. the Buckeyes.

Tennessee hosts tired, banged-up Vanderbilt Commodores

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:47:06 PM

This one was mismatch written all over it. Vanderbilt comes into Knoxville a tired and beaten football team and Tennessee's Lane Kiffin will be intent on a blowout at home.

New Mexico Lobos seek end to 14-game skid vs. Colorado St.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:41:38 PM

It's been 13 months on the calendar and 14 games on the gridiron since the Lobos won a game, and New Mexico is desperate to end that streak Saturday at home.

Ole Miss, LSU battle in annual Magnolia Bowl

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:35:38 AM

The Rebels and Tigers get together for the 98th time in their rivalry when LSU travels to Oxford to take on Ole Miss in a game that should decide third place in the SEC behind Florida and Alabama. After missing several key players last week vs. Louisiana Tech, including QB Jordan Jefferson, the Bayou Bengals should be at full strength Saturday afternoon when CBS broadcasts the game starting at 3:30 (ET).

Toledo Rockets and Eastern Michigan Eagles score early, score often

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:59:07 AM

Two inept defenses get together at the Glass Bowl in Toledo on Friday night when the Rockets host the Eastern Michigan Eagles in a MAC battle that should see plenty of scoring.

Akron Zips +11 to stay within single-digits of Bowling Green

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:50:06 AM

Bowling Green is getting outscored this year by -1.6 points per game, and they have actually been worse here at home. That makes an Akron team that can run a live double-digit dog.

Houston Cougars should shine at home against Memphis Tigers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:38:57 PM

After being upset last week at Central Florida, look for the Houston Cougars to pour it on this Saturday at home when they host the Memphis Tigers in a C-USA matchup.

Arizona Wildcats and Oregon Ducks fight it out in crazy Pac-10

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:05:23 AM

The Arizona Wildcats are still in the running for a date in Pasadena on New Year's Day, but first they have to stop the Ducks' running game led by LaMichael James.

California to wreck Arizona Wildcats' Pac-10 hopes

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:33:40 PM

Arizona is dreaming of a Pac-10 title and trip to the Rose Bowl. Dream on, Wildcats, as the California Golden Bears are set to end those hopes on Saturday night.

UCLA Bruins pile on dismal season for Washington State

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:22:34 PM

That smell from the northwest is out of Pullman, WA, where the Washington State Cougars have been stinking up college gridirons all season. UCLA takes this one easily.

UCLA Bruins in must-win at Washington St. Cougars

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:07:29 PM

As bad as UCLA has been at times this season, they're still doing much better than the woeful Washington St. Cougars. Back the Bruins on Saturday when they travel to Pullman.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish meet Panthers in Pittsburgh

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:35:45 AM

The future of Notre Dame football will be on the line Saturday night when the Fighting Irish look to rebound from an upset loss on the road in Pittsburgh against the Panthers.

Georgia Tech goes for 10th win on road at Duke Blue Devils

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:35:03 AM

Paul Johnson will be looking to build some 'style points' for his No. 7 Georgia Tech squad on Saturday afternoon when the Yellow Jackets visit the Duke Blue Devils.

Wisconsin Badgers should have too much bite for Michigan Wolverines

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:34:35 AM

Wisconsin's physical style of play coupled with Michigan struggling with five losses in their last six games all add up to a Badgers win and cover on Saturday at home in Madison.

Troy Trojans +13½ stay close to Arkansas Razorbacks in Fayetteville

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:12:02 AM

This game means the world to Troy, as they have already locked up the Sun Belt title and would love to give their program a boost by knocking off an SEC team. Take the big points.

Horned Frogs ready for combat vs. Utah Utes

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:53:59 PM

While a vast audience of squares will be tuned into ABC watching Charlie Weis waddle out on the field in Pittsburgh with his overrated Notre Dame Fighting Irish, TCU will be looking to add another feather in their BCS cap out of the camera's reach. Andy Dalton leads the fourth-ranked Horned Frogs into Ft. Worth's Amon G. Carter Stadium as 20-point favorites Saturday night when they host the Utah Utes.

Mississippi St. hosts Alabama in home underdog special

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:49:13 PM

SBR moderator Justin7 and SBR.tv’s Peter Loshak once again tackle college football with a Week 11 preview, and Justin reveals his pick of the week, yet another huge 30+ point underdog.

Cincinnati Bearcats tangle with West Virginia Mountaineers

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:00:38 AM

It's been almost two years since Cincinnati lost a home game at Nippert Stadium, and that was to this West Virginia team. The Bearcats won't let that happen again as favorites on Friday.

Northern Illinois gets another easy draw vs. Ball State Cardinals

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:39:06 PM

It's the final home game of the regular season for Northern Illinois, and with a shot at the MAC West title still the Huskies should pour it on the outclassed Ball St. Cardinals.

TCU can take charge of MWC with win at home vs. Utah Utes

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:09:13 PM

The TCU Horned Frogs can just about lock up a BCS bowl bid on Saturday night when they host the Utah Utes at Amon Carter Stadium in Ft. Worth.

Texas, Boise State, Clemson top YPP Standings

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:27:27 AM

Yards per point, or YPP, has been used in one form or another by professional handicappers for years, and the results of this college football season is a perfect reason why. Looking at only raw numbers without adjusting for schedules, tailing the top 20 YPP teams has produced a fantastic winning percentage of over 60 percent against the spread, and these numbers can no doubt be improved on by incorporating SOS.

Iowa Hawkeyes seek rare win at Ohio State

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:14:06 AM

Terrelle Pryor and Ohio State can match their Big Ten record set from 1960-64 with a fifth straight conference title this Saturday at home vs. the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Central Michigan Chippewas host Toledo Rockets on ESPN2

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:19:54 PM

With two weeks to prepare following their loss to Boston College, the Central Michigan Chippewas will get the win and cover as home favorites vs. Toledo

Ohio Bobcats shuffle off to Buffalo for Tuesday ESPN2 contest

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:17:46 PM

The Ohio Bobcats continue their march towards a showdown in the MAC East with Temple championship when they visit the Buffalo Bulls tonight on ESPN2.

TCU Horned Frogs lurk in the shadows of BCS regulars

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:46:43 PM

The TCU Horned Frogs are quietly staking a claim to a shot at the title with a No. 4 BCS ranking and a huge game with Utah on deck this Saturday in Ft. Worth.

Florida Gators draw the heavy chalk in SEC match with Vanderbilt

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:13:16 PM

Three more ranked schools drag a huge amount of chalk into their games this week on the college gridiron, including the Florida Gators at home against Vanderbilt.

Stanford Cardinal catch Oregon Ducks stil hungover from USC win

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:39:53 PM

Stanford can put points on the board, and that makes the Cardinal a very dangerous home underdog this afternoon when they host the Oregon Ducks.

Navy drops anchor in South Bend and hangs with Fighting Irish

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:35:16 PM

The Midshipmen know how to play as road underdogs. Take the points and Navy this afternoon when they meet the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in South Bend.