New York Giants at Philadelphia 8:15 WT

Eagles (-) over Giants- So Eli Manning once again is the starter for New York and these next few game can have an impact on Eli's legacy as he enters this contest dead even in wins and losses as a NFL starter. This game of course has significant meaning for Philadelphia as they trail division leader Dallas by 1-game. The Giants with nothing to lose has already lost eight straight under David Jones while and the Eagles under pressure to win by any margin. But, these points are high and the Giants just don't play any football at all. Take PHILADELPHIA!

L.A. Clippers at Indiana 7:00 ET

Pacers (+) over Clippers- Indiana has started to surge winning seven of their last nine after a close shave Saturday night defeating the Knicks 104-103. Los Angeles has played five games in nine days and have three more in the next four nights. Indiana has won five of the last six meetings but the Clippers are 20-9 ATS in their last 29 games as a road favorite but just 2-7 ATS in their last nine road games overall and just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 meetings in Indiana. Take the PACERS!

Oklahoma City at Portland 9:00 ET

Thunder (+) over Trailblazers- To my surprise the Trailblazers are actually playing better with Carmelo Anthony winning four of the six games that he has been with the club. Oklahoma City is off of an improbable win where they out-scored Minnesota 17-5 in the overtime period. Portland already has a pair of wins over the Thunder including a 136-119 home win two weeks ago. This is a different OKC team, it's a team that shares the ball as they were the first team in 15 years to have five players score at least 20 points. As coach Donovan said it 'speaks to their unselfishness.' Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Seattle at L.A. Rams 8:20 ET

Rams over Seahawks- These darn Seahawks, I never seem to be able to get past them as Russell Wilson just does me in time and again. Seattle has won eight of nine while The Rams bounced back with a win over Arizona to get to 7-5 one-game out of the final NFC Wild Card playoff berth. It's time for Sean McVay to get some milage out of Todd Gurley and make hime earn his pay. Still, LA is 5-2 ATS against the Seahawks and 10-2 ATS against the NFC. Believe it or not Seattle is 3-7 ATS as a favorite and the Rams are 0-7-1 ATS as a home dog...go figure. Take LOS ANGELES RAMS!

Gonzaga at Washington 7:00 ET

Huskies (+) over Bulldogs- The Battle for the Great Northwest will take place in Seattle where No. 22 Washington will host No. 9 Gonzaga. The Huskies hold a 29-18 series edge that started in 1910 but the Bulldogs have won 12 of the last 13 meetings. The Zags are just 2-5 ATS in road games and as road favorites while the Huskies are just 1-5 ATS in their last six as home underdogs. Washington's only loss came against No. 20 Tennessee in Toronto but they posted a win overNo. 16 Baylor 67-64 while Gonzaga's lone loss came against Michigan in Atlantis. Take WASHINGTON!

Pittsburgh at Arizona 4:25 ET

Cardinals (+) over Steelers- These two rarely meet but Pittsburgh has won the last three meetings including Super Bowl XLIII 27-23. Since, the Steelers have won their last two and six of its past seven using back-up quarterbacks and have settled on their fourth choice rookie Devin Hodges. Arizona has lost five straight and has their own rookie at the helm in Kyler Murray who is anxious to bounce back from their beatdown loss to the Rams last week. The home team is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings. Take ARIZONA!

Wisconsin vs Ohio State 8:00 ET

Badgers (+) over Buckeyes- There was a time this season when I actually had thoughts that Wisconsin was good enough to end up as one of the FBS representatives. These two met in October and it wasn't even close as the Buckeyes trounced the Badgers 38-17 and it wasn't that close. OSU quarterback Justin Fields was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week as he had four TD passes at Michigan last Saturday. Wisconsin has met the Buckeyes three previous times in the Big Ten Championship games and they have yet to prevail losing last 27-21 in 2017. This time around the Badgers know what they are up against and will make the adjustments needed. Take WISCONSIN!

Georgia vs L.S. U. 4:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Tigers- LSU enters this contest almost assured a spot in the CFP even if they stub their toe here as losing to a one-loss Georgia will keep them alive. The Bulldogs on the other hand must force the committee to raise them into the Playoffs with a win here. Okay, that leads me to believe Georgia will be more desperate and have a greater need and motivation. But, are they good enough to pull it off? Playing in the Georgia Dome has got to help the 'Dogs whose scoring defense is No. 4 in the nation at 10.4 points per game. LSU is No.1 in offense 48.7 led by JoeBurrow and they will face they toughest defense of the season here. Take GEORGIA!

UL-Lafayette at Appalachian State 12:00 ET

Ragin' Cajuns (+) over Mountaineers- A pair of great offenses and balanced defensive team meet for the second time this season with comparative stats that make this close. Lafayette averages 38.8 ppg and Appalachian State has one of the top offenses (38.9 ppg) and both teams play defense as the Ragin' Cajuns surrender 17.8 ppg while the Mountaineers give up 18.8. Lafayette has 'covered the last two trips tp Boone but lost at home to the Mountaineers in early October 17-7 but return the favor here. Take RAGIN' CAJUNS!

Penn State at Ohio State 12:00 ET

Nittany Lions (+) over Buckeyes- Ohio Shocked the ACC world by going to North Carolina and dismantling the No. 7 Tar Heels 74-49 to move to 8-0 on the season. Both these clubs pride themselves on their defense as Ohio State holds their opponents 10-points below their season's average and the Lions allow just 61.8 points per game. Coming off of such a huge win over Carolina the Buckeyes should be a bit full of themselves and may get caught in a Big Ten conference game. Take PENN STATE!

Denver at Boston 8:05 ET

Nuggets (+) over Celtics- There will be a clash of trends when these two met as the Celtics are undefeated (8-0) SU at home and Denver is 6-2 SU on the road. Boston deposed of Miami Wednesday night while the Nuggets trounced the Knicks 129-92 at New York last night. Denver has a victory over the Celtics defeating them 96-92 at home two weeks ago and have won the past three meetings and five of the last seven and are 3-0-1 ATS in the last four meetings. Take DENVER!

Oregon vs Utah 8:00 ET

Ducks (+) over Utes- Utah has lost one game this season to USC (5* Megabucks winner) back in September and they have reeled off eight straight wins and 8-0 ATS since. Oregon has been disappointing as expected from their opening game when Auburn's 29-yard Hail-Mail was answered and they lost at the gun in a game they they dominated for 3 and half quarters. Then when it looked like they had regrouped and had an 8-game win streak of their own ended that was ended at home by a two-touchdown underdog losing to Arizona State 31-28. Friday's game may be played under questionable conditions as it has been a rainy week in the Bay area. The question might be who does this aid, the power game of the Utes or the speed game for the Ducks. At first it would appear that Utah gains and edge with their power game, but receivers that know where they are headed have an advantage over defensive backs that have to react to a cut. Oregon has the superior passing game behind future first rounder Justin Herbert who has 31 TD's and only five interceptions. Built for water... take the DUCKS!

Minnesota at Dallas 8:30 ET

Timberwolves (+) over Mavericks- Dallas without question has had the biggest turn-around season as they are 14-6 70% this year compared to being below .500. Luka Donic and Kristaps Porzingis are a combo that Dallas opponents are having difficulty handling. Minnesota has also taken great strides this year and has played better than expected going 7-2 SU and ATS on the road. This 'price' seems awful cheap and unless you realize the Wolves are 7-3 SU in the last 10 meetings. Take MINNESOTA!

Detroit at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Pistons- A pair of Eastern bottom feeders matchup in Cleveland where the lowly Pistons a playoff squad last season challenge the Cavaliers. Detroit is off of their highest scoring game of the year defeating San Antonio 132-98 at home having lost eight of their previous 10 while the Cavs have dropped three straight and nine of their last 10. Detroit has won just one of 10 road games going 1-8-1 ATS and are 1-6 ATS in their last seven games in Cleveland. Take CLEVELAND!

New England at Houston 8:20 ET

Texans (+) over Patriots- Yes, the Patriots are 10-1 and are tied for the best record in the NFL and have beaten the likes of Dallas and Philadelphia the past two weekends but there is something missing. The defense carried them in those wins allowing 10 and 9-points while their offense provided only one scoring drive not set up by the defense. The home team is 6-2-1 ATS in the last nine meetings but the Texans are 1-4 ATS at home this season but this is the first time that they are an underdog...take HOUSTON!

Green Bay at New York 1:00 ET

Giants (+) over Packers- Through the years we have witnessed some classic encounters between these two old NFL stalwarts both during the regular season and the playoffs including NFL Championship games. It doesn't stand to reason that this will be another one of them as the Giants are marred in an 7-game losing streak and surely Green Bay is headed to the playoffs. The 'action' has been excessive on the Packers and even the harden stedfast New York supporters want no part of the Giants this week. I'm in...take the GIANTS!

Alabama at Auburn 3:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Crimson Tide- To start with I'm was quite surprised that this 'number' opened where it did. I expected it to be a bit higher as Auburn hasn't shown the kind of offensive diversity that is needed to overcome the Alabama defense. The Tigers have only three games scoring more than 24 points getting 55, 56 and 51 against imposters Kent, Miss St and Samford. But, there is something missing with this Crimson squad as Nick Saban has little confidence in his back-up quarterback and has been badly out coached in his last three big encounters. 'Bama has won eight of the last 11 meetings but the Tigers get it done! Take AUBURN!

Michigan at Ohio State 12:00 ET

Wolverines (+) over Buckeyes- No. 2 Ohio State (11-0) is two wins away from getting to the Final-4 and its starts here against arch rival Michigan. The Buckeyes have had their in this series winning 16 of the past 18 meetings including last season's 62-39 destruction of the Wolverines gaining 567 yards from scrimmage. OSU is on a 16-game win streak and will up against the nation's 4th ranked defense allowing just 267 yards per game. Michigan has won their last four and are 6-0 at home. Take the WOLVERINES!

Dallas and Phoenix 9:00 ET

Suns (+) over Mavericks- A pair of the NBA's most vastly improved clubs clash in Phoenix will host the Mavericks. The Suns who are 5-6 SU at home have dropped their last two and admit that they need better focus. Phoenix surprisingly enough has a huge series edge and are 8-1 ATS in the last nine meetings including 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings in Phoenix. Take the SUNS!

Iowa at Nebraska 2:30 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Hawkeyes- For Nebraska this has been one of the worst football seasons that I can ever remember for as they are 5-6 SU and a horrid 2-9 ATS. Despite hat we have witnessed this season with the Cornhuskers they are one win away from becoming bowl eligible. Iowa meanwhile, has won four of five and are striving for a New Year's Day bowl bid and a win here would go a long way toward that goal. Huskers need it more...take NEBRASKA!

New Orleans at Atlanta 8:20 ET

Falcons (+) over Saints- The storyline that I keep hearing is that the Saints will exact revenge upon the Falcons who took down New Orleans 26-9 three weeks ago in New Orleans. These two have a habit of playing close affairs as the underdog is 9-3 ATS in the last 12 meetings and as bad as the Falcons have been they are 4-0 ATS against teams with winnings records. After losing six straight both SU and ATS lowly Atlanta was able to rise on the road defeating the Saints and then Carolina 29-3 before falling apart against theTampa Bay last week. Look for the Falcons to fly over the Saints here. Take ATLANTA!

L.A. Lakers at New Orleans 9:30 ET

Pelicans (+) over Lakers- The return of Anthony Davis to New Orleans will create a stir in the Crescent City as he spent seven years with the Pelicans and now is part of the team with the best record in the NBA. The Lakers have won their last eight SU while New Orleans has dropped their last two and are 4-0 ATS in their last four home games and 4-1 ATS as hosts against the Lakers. The Pelicans are better than most give them credit for and the respond tonight. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Wisconsin vs New Mexico 5:00 ET

Lobos (+) over Badgers- Just like in football this season Wisconsin is not up too the usual standard that we expect out of this program. Monday, the Badgers fell 62-52 against Richmond and shooting a season low 34% from the floor and committed a season -high 15 turnovers. New Mexico on the other hand is 15th in the nation in field goal percentage at 51.5 and have five players scoring in double figures. Take the LOBOS!

Brigham Young vs. UCLA 11:30 ET

Cougars (+) over Bruins- Ah Hawaii, the site of the Maui Jim Maui Invitational pits a pair of West coast clubs from California and Utah clash in a neutral setting. ULCA is coming off of a 1-point loss to Hofstra and I am pissed that 'we' passed by it but the story be told the Bruins are not a powerhouse this season. BYU is also off of a loss but their's came in overtime against Boise State.UCLA coach Mick Cronin admitted that the Bruins got exposed by the Flying Dutchman. Take BYU!

Baltimore at L.A. Rams 8:15 ET

Rams (+) over Ravens- If the defending NFC Champions are to make their late season push it must start here against the NFL's most surprising team and dynamic player in Lamar Jackson. Baltimore has won six straight going 4-0 ATS in their last four overall winning by a total of 101 points an average of 25.3 per win. The Ravens NFL leading scoring offense averages 34.1 per contest as Jackson has thrown for 19 TD's and just five interceptions while running for 781 yards averaging 6.7 yards an attempt with six TD's rushing. Jackson has 260 more rushing yards than the Rams leader Todd Gurley who ran the ball a season high 22 times last week. One thing LA has is Aaron Donald to harass Jackson and receivers Brandin Cooks and Roberts Woods return from injury. This game is way to important to the Rams who trail the Niners by 3-games and Seahawks by two. Take LOS ANGELES!

Brooklyn at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Nets- So, it appears that the Celtics are not the only team that has benefited from a players departure (addition by subtraction) as they are so much better without Kyrie Irving than with him and Brooklyn is 4-1 during his absence. Cleveland is looking to win two straight for just the second time this season and are 10-2 in their last 12 home games against the Nets. Cavaliers leading scorer and rebounder Kevin Love is expected by tonight after missing the second of back-to-back games Saturday. Take CLEVELAND!

Green Bay at San Francisco 8:20 ET

49ers (-) over Packers- Not for nothin' b'cuz we all have seen what going on the past few weeks with Jimmy Garoppolo and if Carlo Giambino was still alive I would be very suspicious. San Francisco (9-1) is one game better than the Pack (8-2) in the NFC but Green Bay has probably been more impressive with Aaron Rogers leading them with 17 touchdowns and only two INTs. But, the facts are San Francisco has the edge on both offense 29.5 points to 25 but on defense as well holding opponents to 15 points while the Pack are at 20.5. a great game to WIN...take 49ERS!

rooklyn at New York 6:05 ET

Knicks (+) over Nets- New York is playing the second of a pair of back-to-backs and have dropped their last two including last night's loss against San Antonio. Brooklyn has won three of four without injured Kyrie Irving and have won their last two but have been disappointing so far this season. The Knicks haven't had much success against many team sin the NBA but they are 7-2 ATS against the Nets in the last nine meetings. Take NEW YORK!

San Antonio at New York 7:30 ET

Knicks (+) over Spurs- New York has made the playoffs but twice in the last 20 years and the whole time they keep wishing that they could play like the Spurs, well, now they can. San Antonio has lost eight straight the longest losing streak of Gregg Popovich's career as they stumble into New York 5-11. The Knicks have shown some life winning a pair out of their last four. Take NEW YORK!

S.M.U at Navy 3:30 ET

Midshipman (-) over Mustangs- My first thoughts about this game were running toward the Mustangs with their offense that averages 522 yards including 328 in the air. I remember the Navy getting so out-classed by Notre Dame and SMU having two weeks to prepare gives me concerns. It isn't like Navy was looking ahead to this game there biggest conference game of the year. and not thinking of the Irish so much, but here they are. The Midshipman run the for 350 yards a game and that will keep the ball out of the Mustangs hands (ha). SMU is 0-4 ATS in their our meetings at Navy. Take NAVY!

Mississippi at Memphis 1:00 ET

Rebels (+) over Tigers- Okay, we all know the story by now that James Wiseman's NCAA career will probably be less then 20 games after his 12-game suspension was handed down. No. 20 Memphis and has just one upperclassman on the floor and will mature as the season progresses. Mississippi is 4-0 and this 'price' is very short as they have won all four games by double-digits.Take MISSISSIPPI!

Xavier at Connecticut 9:30 ET

Huskies (+) over Musketeers- Connecticut is returning to the Big East in 2020 and gets to face a future conference opponent with No. 21 ranked Xavier in Charleston, SC. The Musketeers are 5-0 SU but only 1-4 ATS and are playing Connecticut for the first time since 1990-91 NCAA Tournament before they joined and after the Huskies left the conference. UConn coach Dan Hurley has the Huskies on the upswing...take CONNECTICUT!

Miami at Chicago 8:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Heat- At 10-3 Miami has surprised the pundits and are running away with the NBA Southeast Division already leading the Magic by five-games in the loss column. The Heat have won four straight and have matched their best start in franchise history. Chicago just ended a 3-game losing streak with a 20-point win over Detroit and are looking for their first pair of consecutive wins this season. The Bulls are 3-5 straight-up at home but are 4-4 ATS when playing as hosts and are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings. Last year the road team took all three meetings this season it's turn-about. Take CHICAGO!

Kansas City vs. San Diego 8:15 ET

Chargers (+) over Chiefs- Now, this is a game that I will watch...My first though is to remember this one's in Mexico City. So, this is a home game for the Chargers, do you think they feel any different? Other than the altitude that they have the same advantage they have in Los Angeles...none. LA knows it has to keep the ball out of the explosive Chiefs offense's hands and will attack Kansas City's 31st ranked rushing defense which is allowing 148 yards per game with Melvin Gordon. Chiefs have lost 2-of-3 and their invincibly is gone. LAC 6-2-1 ATS following a loss. Take LOS ANGELES!

Chicago at Los Angeles Rams 8:20 ET

Rams (-) over Bears- A pair of 2018 Division winners can consider this close to an elimination game as the season makes its stretch run. The Bears offense is obscene producing 262 yards offense and only 80 yards rushing. Mitch Trubisky still dreams of Tim Tebow 'numbers' and has just eight TD passes on the season. Rams need take Todd Gurley (104 rushing attempts) off his 'work load' schedule and play football! Rams are 10-4 ATS last 14 games and 8-2 ATS vs NFC. Take the RAMS!

New England at Philadelphia 4:25 ET

Eagles (+) over Patriots- The Patriots don't lose two in-a-row, especially when coming off of a loss and they always extract revenge after a defeat. Don't believe any it. The Eagles are flying high after wins over the Bills and Bears and Carson Wentz will spoil any revenge. New England's schedule has been laughable only playing one team (Bills) with a wining record and they out-gained the Pats by over 150 yards. Sunday, they will they meet a second winning squad that will give them all that they can handle and more. Pats 5-0 ATS after bye and 15-7 ATS after a ATS loss. Philly is 6-1 ATS following ATS win. Underdog in 6-1 in the last 7 meetings. Pats are 1-4 ATS in the last meetings and fall here. Take the EAGLES!

Boston at Sacramento 3:00 ET

Kings (+) over Celtics- After an opening night loss to the Sixers Boston has reeled off 10 straight wins going 7-2-1 ATS and continue their west coast road trip at Sacramento. The Kings are 4-2 SU in their last six games and have lost the last four meetings against Boston. But, this 'price' is way low for a team with a 10-game winning streak and the other team with their best player Marvin Bagley out. Take the points with SACRAMENTO!

Minnesota at Iowa 4:00 ET

Hawkeyes (-) over Golden Gophers- A balanced attack has been the key for Minnesota's surprising 9-0 start as they run for 195 yards and pass for 237 yards per game while their defense has allowed just 310 per contest. They out-gained every opponent expect Penn State in Saturday's win their first over a ranked team in 15 tries. Now, they face an Iowa team that lost to Wisconsin 24-22 and they come up an underdog against an unranked team. Seems bogus to me...take IOWA!

Georgia at Auburn 3:30 ET

Tigers (+) over Bulldogs- Since their improbable loss to South Carolina the Bulldogs have won three straight while allowing just 17 points with a pair of shutouts and have blacked three opponents this season. Auburn has two loses both to ranked teams LSU and Florida but has an offense that averages 32.7 points and 425 yards per game. The Tigers have totaled just under 500 yards three times this season and will be able to penetrate Georgia's defense. Georgia is 5-1 ATS and in those matchup they the better team being favored by -13, -10, -12 and -15.5 in the last seven seasons. But, this time around the Tigers get it done. Take AUBURN!

Virginia Tech at Georgia Tech 3:30 ET

Yellow Jackets (+) over Hokies- This is one of those game where I will convince myself that nI have the right side because bot is this an ugly side...until it wins. Georgia Tech has had a difficult adjustment as former triple-option coach Paul Johnson retired and the Yellow Jackets were troubled during the transition. The have a balanced offense now but each side land and air only average 150 yards a game each. Opening the season losers against Minnesota 34-10 and Clemson 52-14 the imagine of ineptness and futility was felt. But, those are two pretty dare good clubs and after starting 0-5 ATS they are 2-1-1 ATS with a road win at Miami-Fl. This is the best justification I've got, the underdog is 12-1 ATS in the last 13 meetings. Nah, they are playing much better coming off of a 375 yard offensive performance while The Hokies are off of 3-straight big-game covers defeating Wake Forest 36-17 as a 3-point dog last week. They should come out flat of fall apart in the second half or both! Take GEORGIA TECH!

Minnesota at Utah 9:00 ET

Golden Gophers (+) over Utes- Utah won for fun last time out defeating Mississippi Valley State 143-49 after running out to a 70-20 halftime lead. That means the Utes scored more points in the second half which started with a 50-point lead. I believe the competition will become a little tougher tonight. Minnesota opened with a win at home over Cleveland State but have lost a pair of away games to Oklahoma and Butler ( Megabucks winner). The Golden Gophers defeated the Utes last season 78-69 and have held opponents to just 61.7 points per games this season. Take MINNESOTA!

Philadelphia at Oklahoma City 8:00 ET

Thunder (+) over 76ers- OKC has gone through a number of changes this season and although they are just 4-7 SU they have a winning ATS record and are 4-3 both SU and ATS at home. Philadelphia after a quick start has dropped four of their last six while the Thunder have dropped this last two. OKC is 6-1 ATS after a loss and are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings against the Sixers. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

L.A. Clippers at New Orleans 8:00 ET

Pelicans (+) over Clippers- Los Angeles is looking forward to the debut of Paul George Thursday as he returns to play after having surgery on bothy shoulders who can help fill the void left by slacker Kawhi Leonard who is on vacation tonight due to back-to-back games for the Clippers. New Orleans has been hit with injuries that can be used as an excuse for their 2-8 SU record. Surprisingly enough the Pelicans are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and will get the money here as the Clippers struggle with chemistry with George's return. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Miami at Cleveland 6:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Heat- Underrated Miami is 7-3 SU and off to their best start since LeBron James' departure and are doing it with a skeleton crew as numerous players are down or out because of injuries and suspensions. This is supposed to be another rebuilding year for Cleveland and they are just 4-6 but they are a more than respectable 6-3-1 ATS while the Heat are 7-3 ATS. New Cavaliers coach John Beilein has his young squad mixed with a few veterans playing together and they are 3-0 ATS in their last three games as well as 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings in Cleveland. Take the CAVALIERS!

Portland at Sacramento 10:00 ET

Kings (+) over Trailblazers- Let me start my saying there has got to be something different about this Portland club this season and the Vegas 'number' are proving my point daily with the lines in their games. Here is Sacramento who lost their first five games including a loss to these Trailblazers 122-112 but have now won 3-of-4. Portland has won six of the last seven meetings going 5-1-1 ATS and I believe with those stats that this is a 'suckers' price. Another factor, beside Marvin Bradley III being out with injury the Kings lost starting point guard De'Aaron Fox on Monday due to an ankle sprain and yet this price seem way low to me. Take SACRAMENTO!

Toronto at L.A. Clippers 10:30 ET

Clippers (-) over Raptors- So, this is a bit different, the reigning NBA Champions the Toronto Raptors are a double-digit (for the most part) underdog on the road tonight. Of course this is because of the plus and minus that these two clubs have experienced in the off-season when Kawhi Leonard moved from the 'Great North' to sunny Los Angeles. The Raptors have actually played well without Leonard going 7-2 SU and 6-3 ATS to date and have been favored in every meeting (7) since 2015. But, the tide has turned with the off-season move and the Clippers are a huge favorite here and get the cash. Take LOS ANGELES!

Seattle at San Francisco 8:15 ET

49ers (-) over Seahawks- This NFC West matchup will pit two of the three top Super Bowl contenders (Green Bay) from the conference. For San Francisco this is new territory while the Seahawks with favored MVP candidate Russell Wilson leading the way has been contending for the Super Bowl berth since his arrival. Both clubs average nearly 400 yards on offense with the Niners 171 yards rushing leading the league. But, for the most part the biggest difference is on defense where San Francisco allows only 241 yard per start while the Seattle surrenders 381 yards per contest. The home team is 5-2 in the last seven meetings. Take SAN FRANCISCO!

Kansas City at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Titans (+) over Chiefs- The Chiefs with Patrick Mahomes in charge may have the best offense in the NFL but if he isn't at full strength they can be just ordinary. No longer do teams believe they are invulnerable and the three losses attest to that. Now, speaking of teams with quarterback issues the Titans are right up there with the lot of bad teams. But, the Tennessee defense can get up and surprise us every once and again. The Titans are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings and Kansas City is 1-4 ATS on the road in their last five against teams with a losing record. Take TENNESSEE!

N.Y.Giants at N.Y. Jets 1:00 ET

Jets (+) over Giants- Officially this has been labeled the Gotham Sewer Bowl as it most likely will be professional football at its worst! There is no doubt in my mind that the betting public will be on the Giants...they always are. NYC is a Giants/Yankees town as opposed to Mets/Jets, every other pro team is an also fan in the fans eye even when they are the better team. Now, I in no way would say that the Jets are a better team then the Giants as they average 157 yards passing and only 66 yards rushing (that's pretty bad). The media had been unbridled with praise for the Giants Dave (Turnover Machine) Jones while Sam 'What am I doing here' Darnold saw ghost chasing the ball in the end zone as he froze on the Dolphins safety last week. None the less, I have been and always will be a Giants fan and season ticket holder and I say...LET”S GO JETS!

Dallas at Memphis 8:00 ET

Grizzlies (+) over Mavericks- Dallas who just lost to the lowly New York Knicks at home last night take their perfect 3-0 road record to Memphis to play the Grizzlies (2-6) another bottom feeder. This brings the Mavericks record to 10-1-1 ATS in their last 12 road games. Last season the Grizzlies took the first three meetings until the fourth matchup when Dallas posted a win and are 4-1 ATS in their last five at Dallas. Memphis rookie No. 2 draft pick Ja Morant is off of a season low eight points in a game where his backcourt partner Dillon Brooks failed to make a field goal at Orlando last night. At home things get better. Take MEMPHIS!

Notre Dame at Duke 7:30 ET

Blue Devils (+) over Fighting Irish- The Blue Devils visions of upper tier bowl acceptance has take a blow with three straight losses so after a 4-1 start they are even. Notre Dame's dreams were dashed early by Georgia and reaffirmed by Michigan two weeks ago. Duke has had two weeks to get ready for the biggest home crowd they will see this season while the Irish will just play it out with little motivation. This game is more meaningful for the Devils...Take DUKE!

Louisiana State at Alabama 3:30 ET

Crimson Tide (-) over Tigers- Golly, I can't wait to see the colors, the bands, the pageantry and everything makes this match-up 'special' on a college campus. This is the SEC Game of the Year between pair of 8-0 undefeated teams LSU and Alabama. There is a history here and it's not good for the Tigers. Alabama has won the last eight meetings and although the Tigers have probably played better competition with three win over Top-10 teams while the Tide haven't faced a ranked opponent until LSU. The Tigers would grade out as the better team but they have a hurdle in front of them that they have not been able to conquer since Nick Saban was coaching LSU. Tua or not...take ALABAMA!

Baylor at Texas Christian 12:00 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Bears- Could the undefeated 8-0 #12 Baylor Bears be the Big-12 club that throws a monkey wrench into the FBS doings...nah. Even though the Horned Frogs have lost a pair of quarterbacks in the past two weeks they are still able to sting an unsuspecting foe. TCU has won the last four meetings and most likely will have QB Max Duggan who replaced Alex Delton. I'm a little skittish here as the Horned Frogs have turned this trick already defeating Texas as a home dog...Frogs bark...Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

Philadelphia at Denver 9:00 ET

Nuggets (-) over 76ers- The 76ers are playing their fourth straight road game on the western tour having lost their last two at Phoenix and Utah after defeating Portland. In two of those contests Joel Embiid served his two-game suspension and he is back while Ben Simmons is lost to a shoulder sprain. Denver took down the Sixers at home last season 126-110 as Nikola Jokic posted 32 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists. Too much for Philly to overcome. Take DENVER!

San Diego at Oakland 8:20 ET

Raiders (+) over Chargers- Kudos to the Chargers for improvising us with another 'Highest-Rated' 5$Megabucks win over the Packers completely dominating play. Oakland was a winner as well but was very lucky in the process as the Lion's ineptitude in crucial monument handed the victory to the Raiders. So what...a winner is a winner in this league and if you can't or don't execute too bad for you. Oakland won again and there is a positive attitude with this club that was missing prior to Gruden arrival. Still, not confident that LA has turned the corner...Take OAKLAND!

Boston at Charlotte 8:00 ET

Hornets (+) over Celtics- I can say one thing about fading the Celtics, I don't think it's going to be a good idea in the long run. With the addition of Kemba Walker and the revitalization of Gordon Hayward Boston is once again a formidable force in the East. Since dropping their opener to the 76ers the Celtics have reeled off five straight wins while Charlotte has won their last three and has 'covered' their last four. Boston is 12-3-1 ATS in the last 16 meetings but the home team is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Take CHARLOTTE!

Chicago at Atlanta 7:30 ET

Bulls (+) over Hawks- Chicago had a 17-point halftime lead against the Lakers last night and managed to gang on for the 'cover' by a half-point after getting outscored 38-19 in the final period. Tonight the Bulls travel to Atlanta where the Hawks outscored San Antonio 38-22 in the final period posting a 108-100 win as Trae Young scored 28 of his 29 points in the second half. Series wise Chicago is 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings including 4-0 ATS in their last four visits to Atlanta. Line is way low...take the BULLS!

Boston at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Celtics- Boston has run off four straight win since an opening season loss Philadelphia with Kemba Walker and the return to form by Gordon Hayward and play of Jason Tatum. The Cavaliers may be a bit underrated this season with a healthy Kevin Love and Christian Thompson along with a pair of dynamic guards in Darius Garland and Collin Sexton could surprise some this season. Hopefully that surprise continues tonight. The Cavaliers are 4-1 ATS in their last five meetings as hosts and the home team is 9-2 ATS in the last 11 meetings. Take CLEVELAND!

New England at Baltimore 8:20 ET

Ravens (+) over Patriots- Truly an interesting game with plenty of side plots and storylines. Starting with quarterback comparisons when it is difficult to do because they both Tom Brady and Lamar Jackson have such contrasting styles. Results are probably the best measure and one guy comes in 8-0 with plenty of defensive help and they others resume is still on its opening page. As invulnerable as New England appears there is one obvious Achilles Heel...they are on their third place kicker of the season cutting both Mike Nugent for Nick Folk. The dog is 5-2-1 ATS in the last eight meetings but the Ravens are 0-6 ATS in their last six home games...that streak ends tonight. Take BALTIMORE!

Dallas at Cleveland 7:30 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Mavericks- Although they blew a 10-point lead against the Lakers last time out the Mavericks are a much improved team this season with Kristaps Porzingis joining future super-star Luka Doncic who posted his second triple-double of the season in that overtime loss. Now, Dallas takes to the road where they will try and win their third straight without a loss. Cleveland is 2-0 both SU and ATS at home and veteran All-star Kevin Love has had five straight double-doubles to start the season. Take CLEVELAND!

Green Bay at L.A. Chargers 4:25 ET

Chargers (+) over Packers- Okay, I'm trying to keep calm until game time but this has to the 'Major Shocker' of the day. Green Bay comes rolling into Los Angeles winning their last four scoring 73 points in their last two taking down a pair of AFC West teams in Oakland and Kansas City. This week they have drawn the regrouping Chargers who had just 231 yards total offense in their 17-16 win at Chicago. Series history buries LA as the Packers have won the last seven and 10-11 meetings overall. With little fan sport the home Chargers are just 1-3 SU and 0-3-1 ATS as 'hosts.' LA (HA) has made a change at OC and maybe Los Angeles will score some goals in this diminutive soccer stadium. Take the CHARGERS!

Indianapolis at Pittsburgh 1:00 ET

Steelers over Colts- I'm getting a lot of resistance with this one as some are afraid of Pittsburgh's offensive question mark quarterback notwithstanding as all-purpose runner/receiver James Conner some an important part of the Steelers offense will be missing. Yeah, I get it, but 'teams' win games and although they looked like crap Monday night against Miami, that they are closer than you might think. The home team is 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings and the underdog is 5-2 in the last seven meetings and the Steelers could be both by game time. Take PITTSBURGH!  

Brooklyn at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over Nets- The Pistons opened the season with a road win against Indiana but have dropped four of five since with that lone win coming once against over the Pacers. Detroit is a little 'banged' up still have Andre Drummond who has had six straight triple-doubles and and three 20-20 games along with a reborn Derrick Rose. This is a bit of a time and place selection as the Nets took down the Lakers in Brooklyn last night while the Piston return home after a loss at Chicago. Take DETROIT!

Kansas State at Kansas 3:30 ET

Jayhawks (+) over Wildcats- The is a great spot for the Jayhawks as they catch State off of their biggest upset win in over a decade as they just physically out-manned Oklahoma. That was no flute these Wildcats can play, but can they sustain that intensity four another full four quarters? Kansas won in upset style themselves and at 3-5 they are much improved with Carter Stanley throwing 19 TDs already. It's not that the Wildcats can't win easy, under most circumstances they probably would, but it's just the time and don't forgot the place. Take KANSAS!

Houston at Brooklyn 7:00 ET

Nets (+) over Rockets- Well, something has to give here as both these clubs are 0-4 ATS while Houston is 3-1 SU and the Nets 1-3. Major additions to each club has changed to face of these clubs as Russell Westbrook was added to the Rockets and Brooklyn added Kyrie Irving and of course Kevin Durant who isn't expected to play this season. Houston is coming off of one of the highest scoring games in NBA history defeating the Wizards 159-158 in regulation no less. The Nets are hungrier than the Rockets and get the win here and are 7-2 ATS in the last nine meetings. Take BROOKLYN!

Georgia Southern and Appalachian State 8:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Mountaineers- There is no doubt No 20 Appalachian State is the best of the also-rans (see 2018 Central Florida) and are meetings the team that knocked them out of the Top-25 last year. So, yes they have revenge on their minds but they are facing one of the best running games in the nation. Georgia Southern has the 7th ranked rushing offense (26 per) led by Junior running backs J.D. King and Wesley Kennedy III and have six players that have run for at least 100 in a game. Take GEORGIA SOUTHERN!

Milwaukee at Boston 7:30 ET

Celtics (+) over Bucks- These two may end up battling each other in the Eastern Conference Finals but as of right now Milwaukee have the bragging rights. The Bucks have been a bully in this series of late going 4-0 ATS in the four meetings but the Celtics had taken four of the previous five meetings. But it was Milwaukee that ousted Boston from the playoffs last year. Of late the Bucks are 0-5 ATS against teams with winning records and are 0-4 against the NBA Atlantic and surrender 118 points per game while Boston holds opponents to 102.7 and they will play defense at home. Take BOSTON!

Chicago at Cleveland 7:00 ET

Cavaliers (+) over Bulls- Chicago opened the season with their bags packed and tonight they are playing their fourth game in five on the road winning once at Memphis. Cleveland is 1-2 SU but 2-1 ATS with their win in their lone home game over Indiana as a 4.5-point dog. The Bulls have dominated the series going 28-10 ATS in the last 38 meetings including 20-6 ATS at Cleveland. But, faces have changed and this version of the Bulls is like the gang that 'couldn't shoot straight.' Chicago is last in 3-point shooting an are 26th in overall shooting percentage. Tristan Thompson is healthy after battling injuries the past two seasons has been impressive (19 pts, 12.3 rebound and Kevin Love has 15.7 points and 15.7 rebounds a game. Take CLEVELAND!

Atlanta at Miami 7:30 ET

Heat (-) over Hawks- Interesting match-up here as the 2-1 Hawks fly to Miami after a tough 105-103 home loss to the 76ers. The Heat who are 2-1 are expecting the debut of Jimmy Butler who once again is having problems getting on the playing floor missing the first three games because of a birth of a daughter. Miami has averaged 120 in his absence and it can only be a plus (hopefully) with his finally getting playing time. With, Butler ready to play there is always the chance some of the Hawks will be 'rested' in the second of their back-to-back games. Take MIAMI!

Orlando at Toronto 7:30 ET

Magic (+) over Raptors- To start with I was a little surprised that Orlando was favored Saturday night at Atlanta and expected better from them as they fell to Trae Young and the Hawks going just 5-31 from 3-point range. Toronto put on a defensive clinic against the Bulls holding them to just 84 points posting their second victory of the season after their loss at Boston. These two met in the first-round of the NBA Playoffs least season the Raptors winning four straight after dropping the opener after splitting four regular season games. I expect the Magic to shoot better tonight. Take ORLANDO!

Green Bay at Kansas City 8:20 ET

Chiefs (+) over Packers- Okay, no Mahomes, so now what? So, now the Chiefs are expected to play defense to make up for the MLP's absence. I last impression I have of the Chiefs is them shutting down the hapless Broncos 30-6 last Thursday which really doesn't say that much. But, it was still an impressive performance as they did dominate. I am surprised that the Packers are this big a favorite on the road as Matt Moore is getting very little regard. Still, the Chiefs have the No. 3 offense and plenty of other explosive weapons. Take KANSAS CITY!

Golden State at Oklahoma City 3:30 ET

Thunder (+) over Warriors- I don't know if you saw it, I did. I watched the Warriors opening game a home loss to the LA Clippers 141-122 and what I learned is that Golden State's run of making it to five straight NBA Finals in done. OKC is 0-2 and no longer have Russell Westbrook or Paul George and without their firepower they dropped a 97-85 decision at home against the lowly Wizards. Playing at home helps where the Thunder are 5-1 ATS after a home loss while the Warriors are 0-7 ATS against teams with losing records. Take OKLAHOMA CITY!

Notre Dame at Michigan 7:30 ET

Wolverines (+) over Fighting Irish- I remember watching this matchup last year sitting with friends at my favorite place having faded Michigan as the rest of the free world and some of the oppressed bet on the Wolverines. Notre Dame of course won easy, rushed out to a quick 14-0 and then 21-3 leads before the half. The Irish won easy over the Wolverines and everyone started to sour on Jim Harbaugh who is 1-12 against Top-10 teams. Notre dame has lost seven of their last eight visits to Ann Arbor where the Wolverines have won their last 12. Now, the same people that had Michigan last season and lost all have Notre Dame. Take MICHIGAN!

Philadelphia at Detroit 7:00 ET

Pistons (+) over 76ers- This should end up a battle of 'big men' as the 76ers bring not only Joel Embiid to the fore court but he now has Al Horford for support. The Pistons will counter with Andre Drummond who can be dominating against lesser centers. Detroit opened the season with back-to-back games winning at Indiana and then losing at home. Although, the Sixers are 1-7 ATS in their last eight meetings and 0-6 ATS in their last six home games (dating back to last year obviously) they will come up big here. Take the PISTONS!

Penn State at Michigan State 3:30 ET

Spartans (+) over Nittany Lions- Penn State jumped on Michigan last week and then had to hang on needing a Wolverine end zone dropped pass tp seal the win. The Lions were out-gained by 134 yards and had the ball just 22 minutes on offense. That plays into Michigan State's hands as their thing is defense although they have struggled the past two weeks against Ohio State and Wisconsin. The Spartans have won five of the past six meetings and always seem to 'get-up' for Penn State. Vegas has been 'hit' hard by the 'Sharps' with the 'smart' money coming on the Spartans. I agree with them...take MICHIGAN STATE!

Texas at TCU 3:30 ET

Horned Frogs (+) over Longhorns- Does this 'line' look right to you? It doesn't to me. Here's No. 15 Texas who totaled 638 yards against Kansas last week led by quarterback Sam Ehlinger who had 399 yards passing and four touchdowns. TCU club that has dropped their last two and doesn't appear at 3-3 to be of the same caliber of recent seasons has to rely on their defense which have allowed a national-low 76 first downs. The Longhorns won last year's battle 31-16 but had lost the previous four meetings with the Frogs going 4-1 ATS. Take TEXAS CHRISTIAN!

New England at New York Jets 8:15 ET

Patriots (-) over Jets- The last time these two met New England was a 20-point home favorite and won 30-14 for the non-cover victory. At that time the Jets were starting 3rd string quarterback Luke Falk who since has been released and tonight they will have Sam Darnold back for the second straight week after missing three games because of the 'Kissing Disease.' His counterpart Tom Brady has eight TD passes and no interceptions in the last three meetings against the Jets but they haven't fared well against the points at New York. The Pats are 1-5 ATS in their last six visits to Gotham and the Jets are 7-1-1 ATS in their last nine at home games against teams with winning road records. But there is one factor that I have to mention...the Jets have been out-gained in EVERY game. Take NEW ENGLAND!

Arizona at New York Giants 1:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Giants- Doesn't this 'price' look cheap to you...it does to me. Both clubs are starting rookie quarterbacks with Daniel Jones replacing Eli Manning for New York and Kyler Murray the No. 1 overall draft pick leading Arizona to a 2-3-1 record whereas New York is 2-2 behind Jones. The Giants are expecting to return of both running back Saquon Barkley and tight end Evan Engram. The Cardinals have won their last two and unlike New York are scoring points. Jones is just at 52% completions and the Jints have lost their last two meetings against Arizona. Take CARDINALS!

L.A. Rams at Atlanta 1:00 ET

Falcons (+) over Rams- After a 3-0 start the Rams have dropped their last three and were dismal on offense in last weeks loss to the 49ers. Atlanta has on the other hand been putrid this entire season as Dan Quinn as been searching to want-ads. The Falcons are 1-5 ATS despite have the No. 2 passing game in the NFL with Matt Ryan going 30-36 for 356 yards and four touchdowns in last weeks loss but leading the league in TD passes with 15. Atlanta has won four straight against the Rams and with LA's injury list growing they will struggle here as the Falcons fly high. Take ATLANTA!

Boise State at B.Y.U. 10:15 ET

Cougars (+) over Broncos- Boise State is off of a 59-37 beatdown of Hawaii but lost starting quarterback Hank Bachmeier to a hip injury and now Sophomore Chase Cord is slated to make his first career start. BYU has dropped three straight and are claiming that they haven't quit on the season and the Broncos are the perfect opponent. This non-conference game is a step down for the Broncos who are just 2-5 in their last seven against Independents while BYU is 6-1 ATS versus the Mountain West and 9-3 ATS following a straight up loss. Take BRIGHAM YOUNG!

Arizona State at Utah 6:00 ET

Utes (-) over Sun Devils- Doesn't this line appear to be a little on the high side? It does to me! These clubs have Pac-12 mirror record of each other both at 5-1 straight up and 2-1 in conference play. Arizona State behind freshman quarterback Jayden Daniels average 403 yards on offense including 268 through the air but will be opposed by Tyler Huntley who is 3rd nationally for completion percentage (.756) and 5th on passing efficiency (187.6). Utes tailback Zack Moss is back after getting an injured shoulder on September 20 and needs just 55 yards to become Utah's all-time rushing leader. Utah ranks 25th in total offense and 10th defense. They are one of only six teams in that category. Take UTAH!

Seattle at Cleveland 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Seahawks- We all saw it...the Browns totally dominated by the 49ers 31-3 with Cleveland getting out-gained by 266 yards and a 8-22-and 100 yards performance out of Baker Mayfield. Meanwhile it's the same-old, same-old with Seattle winning the close ones especially on the road where they are 2-0 both SU and ATS this season winning 3-of-4 by two or less points. That plays well into this week match-up where the Browns are 0-2 both SU and ATS at home this season, are they that bad...I don't think so. At home where hosts are 3-0-2 in the last five meetings the Browns get a much needed win. Take CLEVELAND!

Penn State at Iowa 7:30 ET

Hawkeyes (+) over Nittany Lions- At the beginning of the week there was no question that I wanted Iowa here after their horrid performance in their 10-3 loss to Michigan on National TV. The problem is that the 'price' has shrunk before of 'Sharp action' on the Hawkeyes and it has lost some value. The Hawkeyes had a total of minus-10 yards against the Wolverines last week as QB Nate Stanley had his worst career game getting sacked eight times and throwing three interceptions. Penn State is averaging 500 yards per game while Iowa after last weeks performance is at just 255 yards per game. It's no matter the home team is 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings. Take IOWA!

Alabama at Texas A&M 3:30 ET

Aggies (+) over Crimson Tide- This is Alabama's 6th game of the year and they have been favored in every one by -33.5,-54.5, -25-5, -36.5, and -37.5 and they have made good twice but only once in their last four contests. It seems that the oddsmakers are giving the Aggies a 'puncher's chance' with the line dipping to 16.5 at one point. For those that are Tide 'backers' this price might appear to be a gift. But, beware things are not always what they seem. Alabama averages 555 yards per game and the Aggies just 427 but are better on defense allowing 300 yards per games while the Crimson are allowing 326 per contest and have surrendered more than 450 yards twice against Mississippi and South Carolina. This will play closer than most believe. Take TEXAS A&M!

Michigan State at Wisconsin 3:30 ET

Spartans (+) over Badgers- They may not be ranked in the Top-5 but No. 8 Wisconsin to me has been the most impressive of all. The Badgers are allowing just 182 total yards per game and have surrendered only 29 points (5.8 ave per game) on the year. But, probably the most impressive of all is the they have not trailed at anytime this season. Michigan State we know has been built on defense for years and only give up 300 total yards per game. The Spartans had 'covered' four straight in the series until last year's 30-6 home beatdown. Note that the underdog is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings. Take MICHIGAN STATE!

Appalachian State at UL Lafayette 8:00 ET

Ragin' Cajuns over Mountaineers- Both of these clubs enter this fray on four game winning streaks with the Cajun's have lost their opener to Mississippi State 38-28 (+19) and are 5-0 ATS. Appalachian State has posted a road victory over North Carolina and most likely will be the public's choice here. But, Lafayette averages 540 yards offensively including a balanced attack of 314 yards rushing and 226 threw the air and are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games overall. Take LAFAYETTE!

Chicago vs. Oakland (London) 1:00 ET

Raiders (+) over Bears- Ugly upon ugly is the best way to describe both these clubs. This game in London is just part of the trek that will have the Raiders on the road until the first weekend in November a length of six weeks. I'm sure that the media will make a big deal of Chicago's Khalil Mack getting to play against his former club for the first time since being traded last September. The Bears lost QB Mitch Trubiskey to a shoulder injury and that can only help the Bears tame offense with Chase Daniels now leading the charge. Oakland behind John Gruden will keep this close enough to possible stealing a win at the end. Take the RAIDERS!

Central Florida and Cincinnati 8:00 ET

Bearcats (+) over Knights- No. 18 Central Florida has won 19 straight AAC contests but should be put to the challenge Friday night against a powerful Bearcats squad that put up 525 yards last week improving to 3-1 with their lone loss to Ohio State. The Knights rebounded from their 35-34 loss at Pittsburgh by stomping hapless Connecticut 56-21. This is a spot Cincinnati has let me down in the past but I believe that they have moved passed that and I forgive them. Take the BEARCATS!

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh 8:15 ET

Bengals (+) over Steelers- Most likely one of these team will be 0-4 before the end of the night and it would seem more than likely it would be the Bengals. Pittsburgh has dominated this series for decades and is 18-7-1 ATS in the last 26 meetings as hosts to Cincinnati. The Bengals seem to have turned have things around now that Marvin Lewis is gone from the coaching ranks although they have yet to win a game. Mason Rudolph who passed for a meager 174 yards in Pittsburgh's loss at the Niners last week will be pitted against the Bengals Andy Dalton who is second in passing yards (979) entering the week. The fact is that the Steelers surrender 442. yards per game and produce only 269 yards per game on offense. Take CINCINNATI!

Kansas City at Detroit 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Chiefs- A pair of undefeated clubs clash in Detroit where the 2-0-1 Lions and 3-0 Chiefs meet with reigning MVP Patrick Mahomes who has passed for over 350 yards in his first three games without an interception. I have shouted as much as I could about what a horrible job coach Matt Patricia is doing as another failed Belichick disciple. But, not so fast as Matt Stafford is being to look like he can finally defeat a team with a winning record. Take KANSAS CITY!

Ohio State at Nebraska 7:30 ET

Cornhuskers (+) over Buckeyes- Oh...how could I, I mean, I had 'against' the Cornhuskers all lined up last week and failed to post Illinois who covers easy and now I come back ON Nebraska. Ohio State has been impressive averaging 53.5 points per game while allowing just nine per contest. Nebraska who was 0-3 against ranked opponents last season was almost caught in a look-ahead last week as they cams-from-behind in a 42-38 win as a two-touchdown favorite. Although the Buckeyes are 4-1 ATS in the last five meetings the Cornhuskers are 6-1-1 in their last eight conference games. Take NEBRASKA!

Mississippi State at Auburn 7:00 ET

Bulldogs (+) over Tigers- Auburn has emerged as an SEC power that must be reckoned with as their 4-0 both Su and ATS domination of opponents. The 3-1 Bulldogs are off of three straight home games including last weeks 28-13 win over Kentucky. The Tigers are 6-0 ATS in their last six home games and Mississippi State is 1-5 ATS in their last six road games. The Bulldogs are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings and the under is 6-1 in the last seven as well and have the SEC's leading rusher in Kyle Hill. War Eagles Bo Nix has gotten more credit than he deserves...take BULLDOGS!

L.A. Rams at Cleveland 8:20 ET

Browns (+) over Rams- The storyline of course in Baker Mayfield and his crew of underachievers (to date) is what to make of what we've seen so far. Weakness in the offensive and defense for the Browns but for the Rams it's a different story. It looks like Todd Gurley II is back but LA has fallen short of last years offensive pace (33 pts). This is a big game for Cleveland's 'Dog Pound' and they might bite! Take CLEVELAND!

New Orleans at Seattle 4:25 ET

Saints (+) over Seahawks- New Orleans without question is my A-Play of the week even without Drew Brees. There is something about a good team that loses a key player that makes them bond and perform better as a unit. (see Brewers without Yelich) Now, understanding the QB position is a unique position but teams win championships not individuals. Seahawks 2-0 on road return home and disappoint. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Oregon at Stanford 7:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Ducks-After what 'we' saw last week out of the Cardinal against Central Florida I don't blame you for turning away here as that was the second straight blow-out loss for Stanford. In the meantime, Oregon has rebounded from their heart breaking loss to Auburn and have out-scored their last two opponents 112-9 defeating Nevada and Montana. The Ducks are coming off of a pair wins against soft opponents and now play a conference foe in need. Stanford is 1705 ATS after a straight-up loss and 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take STANFORD!

Tennessee at Jacksonville 8:20 ET

Jaguars (+) over Titans- I don't see it, at least not what the general opinion of this matchup between a pair of AFC South rivals. Tennessee is a slight road favorite and I guess that is because of the Jaguars having to go with rookie quarterback Gardner Minshew and their impressive road win at Cleveland or maybe because they are 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and 6-1 in the last seven meetings. Jacksonville troubles seem to be more than injuries but player dissatisfaction. But, the Titans are 1-4 ATS vs. the NFC South and 4-12-1 ATS their last 17 road games while the home team is 6-2-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take JACKSONVILLE!

Houston at Tulane 8:00 ET

Green Wave (-) over Cougars- Okay, don't you think that Houston looks good here? I do, too good. The Cougars are returning QB D' Eriq King a senior that has set passing records as an underclassman and defeated Tulane 48-17 at home last season. The Green Wave have been an underdog against Houston every year for over two decades and now they are favored...something's up. Take TULANE!

Cleveland at New York Jets 8:15 ET

Jets (+) over Browns- After game the NFL opening week it appears that the Cleveland Browns have been reading their own press clipping as they were not ready to play on the field as they were completely dominated by Tennessee. Cleveland committed 18 penalties last week as their focus was elsewhere. . This week the Browns travel to New York as Odell Beckham Jr. returns to MetLife Stadium since being traded by the Giants and he says that he will wear his watch (in order to get his timing down I guess) and I'm interested in how the NFL will handle the issue. Regardless, New York will have a healthy Le'Veon Bell and will have Trevor Siemian who was 13-11 as a starter for Denver in 2016-17. It was the Jets that the Browns defeated last season when Baker Mayfield got his first start and ended a 19-game winless streak. This time take the J-E-T-S!

Philadelphia at Atlanta 8:20 ET

Falcons (+) over Eagles- Oh my goodness, I believe I see a 'set-up' here. After posting Minnesota (Power Play winner) over the Falcons last week as the 'dirty-birds' were grounded by the Vikings. They were never really in it and put up a pair of meaningless scores at the end. Philadelphia put on a huge comeback after spotting the Redskins an 18 point lead to win outright but they allowed a score in the final moments to give up the back door cover. The Eagles might be grounded here as another pair of receivers are gimping around and their quarterbacks isn't in tune yet. Home team is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and the Falcons are 4-0 the last four years in game-2. Take ATLANTA!

Dallas at Washington 1:00 ET

Redskins (+) over Cowboys- Do you really think Dak Prescott is as good as he looked against the Giants...of course not, but with that kind of time to throw and receivers that wide open even Tim Tebow would look good. Of course the return of Zeke Elliott three days before the game and then preform the way he did says to us how important pre-season is for skilled players. Washington was in position to pull off the first major upset of the season but folded when it counted most as the Eagles prevailed 32-27 as the Skins (+10) got the money. Although Dallas is 4-1 ATS in their last five trips to DC the underdog is 27-11 ATS in this hard hitting rivalry. Take WASHINGTON!