River City Sharps
They call it “The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” and old friends meet once again Saturday in Jacksonville as Georgia and Florida do battle in a key SEC match up. Florida has been a real surprise this year and we will be the first ones to tell you that be misjudged McElwain’s ability to get them turned around this quickly. Even with the QB change from Will Grier to Treon Harris, the Gators continue to play well, led by a stifling defense. Florida hasn’t won the East division of the SEC since 2012, but it appears they have a great shot if they can get past the Bulldogs on Saturday. This game is a payback spot for the Bulldogs, who lost 38-20 to the Gators last season. We may go down again with our preconceived notions, but we just believe this Georgia team has more talent than Florida and like the revenge spot here for the Bulldogs. The main question will be the effectiveness of the Georgia offense and QB Grayson Lambert against a stout Gators defense. That defense did show some cracks in their last game, a 35-28 loss at LSU where the Tigers carved them up for 423 yards, including 223 rushing yards. This is the type of game that Georgia HC Mark Richt thrives (as the underdog) and believe he will have the full attention of his team in what they consider their biggest rivalry game. Both of these teams are coming off a bye week, which we believe will enable Georgia to add some wrinkles to the offense (possibly inserting some QB running options?) and we think you will a lot of Georgia RB Sony Michel setting up that offense. We like the revenge spot for the Bulldogs and think they pull the outright upset. The Sharps say…
3 Units – Georgia (+2)
They call it “The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” and old friends meet once again Saturday in Jacksonville as Georgia and Florida do battle in a key SEC match up. Florida has been a real surprise this year and we will be the first ones to tell you that be misjudged McElwain’s ability to get them turned around this quickly. Even with the QB change from Will Grier to Treon Harris, the Gators continue to play well, led by a stifling defense. Florida hasn’t won the East division of the SEC since 2012, but it appears they have a great shot if they can get past the Bulldogs on Saturday. This game is a payback spot for the Bulldogs, who lost 38-20 to the Gators last season. We may go down again with our preconceived notions, but we just believe this Georgia team has more talent than Florida and like the revenge spot here for the Bulldogs. The main question will be the effectiveness of the Georgia offense and QB Grayson Lambert against a stout Gators defense. That defense did show some cracks in their last game, a 35-28 loss at LSU where the Tigers carved them up for 423 yards, including 223 rushing yards. This is the type of game that Georgia HC Mark Richt thrives (as the underdog) and believe he will have the full attention of his team in what they consider their biggest rivalry game. Both of these teams are coming off a bye week, which we believe will enable Georgia to add some wrinkles to the offense (possibly inserting some QB running options?) and we think you will a lot of Georgia RB Sony Michel setting up that offense. We like the revenge spot for the Bulldogs and think they pull the outright upset. The Sharps say…
3 Units – Georgia (+2)
WAYNE ROOT
Millionaires---Iowa St
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No Limit---Georgia
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Perfect Play---Texas Tech
Oklahoma State under head coach Mike Gundy is known for its overpowering offense, but his defense this year leads the Big 12 in yards allowed per game so don't look for the Red Raiders to be impacted from their game plan. The Red Raiders trail only TCU and Baylor nationally in total offense, averaging 600.3 yards per game. Texas Tech enters Saturday’s game with the conference’s third-ranked scoring offense. Texas Tech has scored more than 50 points in four games this season and average 46 points per game. The emotional burden that accompanies last Saturday’s tragedy for Oklahoma State may have propelled them in last weeks game but will show that the emotions and distractions have taken their toll this week. It was homecoming last week and four lost their lives in that tragedy. They were meant to play well that day but that will not be the case today against a very worthy opponent. Playing as a favorite on the road will be their downfall after a 7 day highly emotional week where the focus was not as intense as normal and the distraction were overwhelming. TAKE TEXAS TECH
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Inner Circle---NC State
ACC Upset of the Month
This game is known as the Textile Bowl. It is a huge rivalry game. At least to NC State. It is their most important game of the season. But like many games, it is also about scheduling and not taking the opponent one is facing at the moment seriously because of next weeks upcoming game. Next week is Clemson's season as they play Florida St. Clemson has beat up on the Wolfpack so many times, they may come into this contest unfocused and lackadaisical. On the other hand, NC State lost to the Tigers 41-0 last year. They would like nothing better than to avenge that game. Look for ball control as the Wolfpack have their own ground gainer in Matthew Dayes. He's already provided them with 800 yards rushing and 12 touchdowns this year. And QB Jacoby Brissett can get outside and rush the ball to keep the chains moving. Running the ball and clock management could disrupt Clemsons QB, Deshawn Watson normal game plan. Additionally, it's doubtful that Clemson will show anything that they are saving for their date with Florida St. NC State does offer a solid defense and this is their number 1 weapon as playing at home is so important to intensify the defensive efforts generated by the crowd. This game needs a solid hold on defense and 160 yards of Matthew Dayes rushing for the upset. If they fall short of that task, the Wolfpack may lose the contest but cover the double digit pointspread offered by the oddsmakers. TAKE NC STATE
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Pinnacle---California
NCAA Upset of the Year
Was last weeks outstanding play by USC an anomaly or a renewed sense of self confidence and new leadership by the intern coaching staff. The USC coach and staff have simplified their offense down to 5 guys. That may be a blessing to defensive coaches in their game plans as it allows more "spys" to fucus on Cody Kessler, UCS's outstanding QB. Injuries and to many complicated offensive schemes seemed to have players not knowing their role; so the coach thinks. Turning to the best quarterback in the country, Cal has it in Jared Goff. This guy is great with a strong arm and an intelligent factor times (X). He will set back the USC secondary to the Trojan dark ages. He can place passes where few have ever done. The Golden Bears have an offense and a quarterback built to destroy any team determined to sit back and defend. Last week against Utah, USC's Cam Smith had 3 interceptions and that put away the game. This week is a much better passer. The Trojans have injuries on both sides of the line and that will be their final straw. Laying points at this venue is at best difficult. This is the a statement game for the Golden Bears in terms of recruiting SoCal players. They will put the Trojans to the vertical test in their secondary and will get the upset. TAKE CAL
Millionaires---Iowa St
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No Limit---Georgia
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Perfect Play---Texas Tech
Oklahoma State under head coach Mike Gundy is known for its overpowering offense, but his defense this year leads the Big 12 in yards allowed per game so don't look for the Red Raiders to be impacted from their game plan. The Red Raiders trail only TCU and Baylor nationally in total offense, averaging 600.3 yards per game. Texas Tech enters Saturday’s game with the conference’s third-ranked scoring offense. Texas Tech has scored more than 50 points in four games this season and average 46 points per game. The emotional burden that accompanies last Saturday’s tragedy for Oklahoma State may have propelled them in last weeks game but will show that the emotions and distractions have taken their toll this week. It was homecoming last week and four lost their lives in that tragedy. They were meant to play well that day but that will not be the case today against a very worthy opponent. Playing as a favorite on the road will be their downfall after a 7 day highly emotional week where the focus was not as intense as normal and the distraction were overwhelming. TAKE TEXAS TECH
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Inner Circle---NC State
ACC Upset of the Month
This game is known as the Textile Bowl. It is a huge rivalry game. At least to NC State. It is their most important game of the season. But like many games, it is also about scheduling and not taking the opponent one is facing at the moment seriously because of next weeks upcoming game. Next week is Clemson's season as they play Florida St. Clemson has beat up on the Wolfpack so many times, they may come into this contest unfocused and lackadaisical. On the other hand, NC State lost to the Tigers 41-0 last year. They would like nothing better than to avenge that game. Look for ball control as the Wolfpack have their own ground gainer in Matthew Dayes. He's already provided them with 800 yards rushing and 12 touchdowns this year. And QB Jacoby Brissett can get outside and rush the ball to keep the chains moving. Running the ball and clock management could disrupt Clemsons QB, Deshawn Watson normal game plan. Additionally, it's doubtful that Clemson will show anything that they are saving for their date with Florida St. NC State does offer a solid defense and this is their number 1 weapon as playing at home is so important to intensify the defensive efforts generated by the crowd. This game needs a solid hold on defense and 160 yards of Matthew Dayes rushing for the upset. If they fall short of that task, the Wolfpack may lose the contest but cover the double digit pointspread offered by the oddsmakers. TAKE NC STATE
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Pinnacle---California
NCAA Upset of the Year
Was last weeks outstanding play by USC an anomaly or a renewed sense of self confidence and new leadership by the intern coaching staff. The USC coach and staff have simplified their offense down to 5 guys. That may be a blessing to defensive coaches in their game plans as it allows more "spys" to fucus on Cody Kessler, UCS's outstanding QB. Injuries and to many complicated offensive schemes seemed to have players not knowing their role; so the coach thinks. Turning to the best quarterback in the country, Cal has it in Jared Goff. This guy is great with a strong arm and an intelligent factor times (X). He will set back the USC secondary to the Trojan dark ages. He can place passes where few have ever done. The Golden Bears have an offense and a quarterback built to destroy any team determined to sit back and defend. Last week against Utah, USC's Cam Smith had 3 interceptions and that put away the game. This week is a much better passer. The Trojans have injuries on both sides of the line and that will be their final straw. Laying points at this venue is at best difficult. This is the a statement game for the Golden Bears in terms of recruiting SoCal players. They will put the Trojans to the vertical test in their secondary and will get the upset. TAKE CAL
Dominic Brando's Inner Circle (posted yesterday, went 9-3 in all sports. NBA 2-2, NHL 3-0, NCAA 3-0, MLB 1-1)
College Football (3-0 Friday, 68-35-5 on the Season)
All Regular One Unit Plays (released throughout the week Tuesday-Friday)
#152 Florida Pick/-125
#155 Notre Dame/Temple Over 49/-120
#184 Southern Mississippi -23/-125
#150 Washington State +13/-140
#136 NC State +13/-135
there will be more tomorrow, I will post what I can but I won't be available after 5 so I probably won't have the NHL or the NBA by then
College Football (3-0 Friday, 68-35-5 on the Season)
All Regular One Unit Plays (released throughout the week Tuesday-Friday)
#152 Florida Pick/-125
#155 Notre Dame/Temple Over 49/-120
#184 Southern Mississippi -23/-125
#150 Washington State +13/-140
#136 NC State +13/-135
there will be more tomorrow, I will post what I can but I won't be available after 5 so I probably won't have the NHL or the NBA by then
Joe Gavazzi
CFB STEAMROLLER GAME OF THE WEEK
UL Lafayette -11.5
This regional rivalry has been hard fought with narrow results. Seven of the last 8 games in the series have been decided by fewer than 10 points. UL Monroe is 8-1 ATS at this site. But, all that history must take a backseat to the current realities. UL Monroe is having a horrible year, as suggested by their 1-6 SU, 2-4 ATS record, in which they have a (-52) net AFP. This includes 0-3 SU ATS in Sun Belt play. It has certainly not helped their mental that 2nd string QB Fitzwater died in October. Nor, is it helpful that their best receiver Caeser (ankle) will miss yet another game. Monroe was worn down by an early season schedule against Georgia, Alabama, GA Southern and App St. Yet, at 1-5 SU, they had a chance to salvage their season at lowly Idaho last week. They fell flat on their face against the inept Vandals, being outgained 489-243 in a (27-13) loss, despite a (+3) net TO margin. Shortly into this game, they will understand they are doomed for their 7th loss with no opportunity to reach a Bowl. As such, it will be time to toss the towel. Main reason why they will get STEAMROLLED is a 200 Club defense that allows 253/5.1 overland. Rival UL Lafayette will be happy to comply. The Cajuns are used to success with 4 consecutive 9-win seasons under 5th year HC Hudspeth. This year, however, the Cajuns are just 2-4 SU after the first half of their schedule. They come off a (37-27) loss at Arkansas St., despite 200 Club numbers and a yardage advantage of 485-435. With 11 days to prepare and a schedule which will have them comfortably favored in 5 of their 6 games, there is still ample hope for a 9-win season once again. Look for UL Lafayette to use their balanced-explosive offense to dominate the point of attack and record a rare STEAMROLLING victory in this series.
CFB STEAMROLLER GAME OF THE WEEK
UL Lafayette -11.5
This regional rivalry has been hard fought with narrow results. Seven of the last 8 games in the series have been decided by fewer than 10 points. UL Monroe is 8-1 ATS at this site. But, all that history must take a backseat to the current realities. UL Monroe is having a horrible year, as suggested by their 1-6 SU, 2-4 ATS record, in which they have a (-52) net AFP. This includes 0-3 SU ATS in Sun Belt play. It has certainly not helped their mental that 2nd string QB Fitzwater died in October. Nor, is it helpful that their best receiver Caeser (ankle) will miss yet another game. Monroe was worn down by an early season schedule against Georgia, Alabama, GA Southern and App St. Yet, at 1-5 SU, they had a chance to salvage their season at lowly Idaho last week. They fell flat on their face against the inept Vandals, being outgained 489-243 in a (27-13) loss, despite a (+3) net TO margin. Shortly into this game, they will understand they are doomed for their 7th loss with no opportunity to reach a Bowl. As such, it will be time to toss the towel. Main reason why they will get STEAMROLLED is a 200 Club defense that allows 253/5.1 overland. Rival UL Lafayette will be happy to comply. The Cajuns are used to success with 4 consecutive 9-win seasons under 5th year HC Hudspeth. This year, however, the Cajuns are just 2-4 SU after the first half of their schedule. They come off a (37-27) loss at Arkansas St., despite 200 Club numbers and a yardage advantage of 485-435. With 11 days to prepare and a schedule which will have them comfortably favored in 5 of their 6 games, there is still ample hope for a 9-win season once again. Look for UL Lafayette to use their balanced-explosive offense to dominate the point of attack and record a rare STEAMROLLING victory in this series.
