Service Plays Thursday 11/13/08

[EagleFan]

NELLY


THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008
NEW ENGLAND (-3½) NY Jets (40) 7:15 PM
The Patriots beat the Jets 19-10 in week two in New York but the Jets have a
bit of momentum, having won five of the past six games and posting 47
points. This is a critical division game as both teams are currently 6-3. The
first meeting was a statistical deadlock in QB Cassel’s first career start. The
Patriots have found some offensive rhythm in recent weeks but defense has
been the key, allowing less than 13 points per game in the last four weeks.
The Jets have been extremely fortunate the last two weeks . PATS BY 13




THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008
AKRON (-2½) Buffalo 6:00 PM
Both teams won big in early week games last week and with five
wins each, this could be a potential bowl bid elimination game for
two fringe postseason candidates. Through fairly similar schedules
Buffalo has a slight edge on defense while Akron has been a bit
more productive offensively. This is the final game for the Rubber
Bowl stadium in Akron but Buffalo has the more impressive resume
this season. The Bulls are also 14-5 ATS on the road the last three
years including 4-0 this year. BUFFALO BY 6




MIAMI, FL (-4) Virginia Tech 6:45 PM
The Hokies had a huge day on the ground last week but this could
be a tough situation facing a second straight Thursday game against
a rested Hurricanes squad. Miami has won four straight games and
the defensive numbers are among the best in the ACC, allowing just
286 yards per game. Virginia Tech crushed Miami last season 44-14
but the Hokies have not had great success on the road this season.
Look for Miami to force Virginia Tech to throw the ball and the
passing game results have not been positive for the Hokies this
season. Virginia Tech has been a strong home team but the value is
with Miami particularly after a bye week while Virginia Tech is
coming off a dominant national TV win. MIAMI BY 10




UNLV (-8½) Wyoming 8:00 PM
Both teams are coming off big wins last week but the magnitude of
Wyoming’s upset at Tennessee last week should make this a tough
follow-up game on a short week. This will be the second straight
road game for the Cowboys and Wyoming is averaging fewer than
twelve points scored per game this year. The UNLV offense has
been productive and despite just three S/U wins on the year the
Runnin’ Rebels have six ATS wins. Wyoming beat UNLV narrowly
last season but the Cowboys are just 2-11 ATS the last 13 road
games. UNLV has not had much success in the favorite role but a
letdown is in order after a huge win for Wyoming. UNLV BY 14
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[EagleFan]

The SPORTS ADVISORS

N.Y. Jets (6-3, 5-4 ATS) at New England (6-3, 5-4 ATS)

Brett Favre and the Jets go after their fourth straight win when they travel to Gillette Stadium to face the hated Patriots in a battle for first place in the AFC East.

New York drubbed St. Louis 47-3 on Sunday as a 9½-point home favorite for its third straight win (2-1 ATS). Favre (14 of 19, 167 yards, 1 TD) didn’t do much, but he didn’t have to, as the Rams turned the ball over five times which led to 27 points for the Jets, who built up a whopping 40-0 halftime lead.

RB Thomas Jones (26 carries, 149 yards, 3 TDs) led a rushing game that churned out 206 of New York’s 373 total yards. The Jets, who didn’t commit a turnover, allowed just 200 total yards and won the time of possession battle by 15 minutes (37:03-22:57).

New England topped Buffalo 20-10 as a 3½-point home chalk Sunday, cashing in back-to-back games for the first time this season. QB Matt Cassel (22 of 32, 234 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs) lost a fumble for the Pats’ only turnover, but otherwise had a clean game as New England was never really threatened, finishing with 370 total yards while allowing a stifling 168 to Buffalo.

Against the Bills, unknown rookie RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis (26 carries, 105 yards, 1 TD) helped the Patriots roll up 168 yards on the ground, and like New York against the Rams, New England finished with a 15-minute edge in time of possession.

New England is on a 9-1 SU run (7-2-1 ATS) in the last 10 clashes in this rivalry, including a 19-10 road victory as a one-point road chalk in September. The favorite is 8-2-1 ATS in the last 11 head-to-head battles, but the road team has gone 20-7-1 ATS in the last 28 meetings.

The Jets are on ATS runs of 5-2 on the highway, 5-1 in November, 4-1 against winning teams and 4-1 in the division. Meanwhile, the Patriots sport ATS streaks of 16-7 against winning teams and 35-16-1 in the AFC East, but they are on pointspread slides of 2-8 at home, 2-9 after a SU win and 1-6 after a spread-cover.

The under for New York is on stretches of 4-1-1 in roadies, 8-2-1 against AFC foes, 6-1-1 against winning teams and 5-1-1 inside the division. For New England, the under runs include 4-0-1 overall, 8-1-2 at home, 9-1-2 against the AFC and 4-1 in division play. Finally, four of the last five series meetings between these rivals at Gillette Stadium have stayed low.

ATS ADVANTAGE: NEW ENGLAND and UNDER


COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Buffalo (5-4, 6-3 ATS) at Akron (5-4, 6-3 ATS)

Buffalo heads to Ohio in search of its fourth straight victory when it takes on Akron in a Mid-American Conference contest, with both teams coming off weekday games.

The Bulls drilled Miami (Ohio) 37-17 on Nov. 4 as an 8½-point home chalk to earn its third consecutive SU win (2-1 ATS). Time of possession was nearly even in the contest, but Buffalo racked up 476 total yards – including 216 on the ground – while the Redhawks finished with 383 yards. The Bulls also won the turnover battle 2-0, recovering a pair of fumbles.

The Zips played a day later and dropped Toledo 47-30 as a 6½-point home favorite, winning and cashing for the second straight week. Akron gained 233 of its 458 total yards on the ground, with RB Dennis Kennedy going off for 154 yards and a score, and the Zips also blocked a punt for TD and ran back a botched Toledo extra point for two points.

Buffalo is on a 3-0 ATS run (1-2 SU) in this rivalry, rolling 26-10 last year at home as a one-point pup.

The Bulls are on ATS streaks of 6-0 on the highway, 5-0 after a SU win and 8-3 in conference tilts. The Zips are on an 8-3-1 ATS tear overall, but they are on a 4-10 pointspread skid coming off a SU victory.

The over has cashed in four straight games for both these teams. The over is also 4-1 in Buffalo’s last five conference games, and the over for Akron is on stretches of 6-0 in MAC play, 5-1 at home and 5-1 against winning teams.

ATS ADVANTAGE: OVER


Virginia Tech (6-3, 3-5 ATS) at Miami, Fla. (6-3, 5-3 ATS)

Miami looks to keep its winning surge going when it takes on Virginia Tech in an ACC clash at the Orange Bowl.

The Hurricanes, who had a bye last weekend, rallied past Virginia 24-17 in overtime on Nov. 1 as a one-point road pup for their fourth consecutive win (3-1 ATS). QB Jacory Harris (12 of 21, 160 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INTs) rallied the ‘Canes by throwing a tying TD pass in the final minute of the fourth quarter, then hitting Aldarius Johnson with a 9-yard TD pass to open overtime. Miami lost the turnover battle 3-1 but it made that one turnover count, stripping the ball from Virginia tailback Cedrick Peerman on the Cavaliers’ first offensive play of overtime to end the game.

The Hokies beat Maryland 23-13 laying three points at home last Thursday, snapping a two-game SU skid and a three-game ATS nosedive. Virginia Tech racked up 400 total yards, including a whopping 273 on the ground behind RB Darren Evans (32 carries, 254 yards, 1 TD), and the Hokies allowed just 229 yards. That led to a 15-minute advantage in time of possession.

These teams feature two of the better defenses in the country, with Miami allowing 283.1 ypg (12th) and Va-Tech yielding 295.9 (19th).

Virginia Tech has won and cashed in the last two meetings between these schools and is on a 6-1 ATS run in the last seven contests. The Hokies are also 5-1 ATS in the last six clashes in Miami, and the underdog is 5-2 ATS in the last seven matchups.

The Hurricanes are on ATS runs of 4-1 after a SU win and 5-2 against winning teams, but they are in pointspread ruts of 1-11 coming off a bye, 5-16-1 at home, 8-22 after a spread-cover and 7-15-1 in ACC contests. On the flip side, the Hokies sport positive ATS streaks of 19-7 on the highway, 25-9 inside the ACC, 10-1 in November and 13-4 on Thursdays.

For Miami, the under is on streaks of 26-9 at home, 8-2 on Thursday and 21-7 in November, and Va-Tech has stayed under the total in eight consecutive Thursday night outings. In addition, the total has stayed low in four of the last five meetings in this rivalry.

ATS ADVANTAGE: VIRGINIA TECH and UNDER


Wyoming (4-6, 2-7 ATS) at UNLV (4-6, 6-4 ATS)

Wyoming, coming off one of the more stunning victories of this season, travels to Sin City for a Mountain West Conference affair with UNLV.

The Cowboys went into Knoxville and knocked off lame-duck coach Philip Fulmer and Tennessee 13-7 as an overwhelming 27-point road ‘dog. It was the second straight win and cover for the Pokes, and the SU winner has now cashed in eight straight lined games for Wyoming. The Cowboys outgained Tennessee 266-219 and got a 24-yard Ward Dobbs INT return for a second-quarter TD that proved to be the winning score.

The Rebels upset New Mexico 27-20 catching six points at home to halt a five-game SU slide (2-3 ATS). UNLV was outgained 370-258, but the Rebels got a TD off a blocked punt in the fourth quarter for their final score, and they also halted a second-quarter New Mexico drive with Quinton Porter’s 77-yard INT return, which set up a field goal.

Wyoming has won the last four games in this rivalry, including last year’s 29-24 victory at home, but the two teams have split the cash, with UNLV covering the past two years. In addition, the road team is 5-2 ATS in the last seven head-to-head clashes and the underdog is 4-2 ATS in the past six.

Despite getting its first two spread-covers of the season the last two weeks, the Cowboys are still on a bevy of pointspread declines, including 6-20-1 overall, 1-8 on the highway and 4-23-1 in MWC games. But they are on positive ATS runs of 4-1 in Thursday games and 23-9 following a spread-cover. The Rebels, meanwhile, are on ATS plunges of 1-4 in November, 5-15-1 after a SU win, 8-23 against losing teams and 7-20 after a spread-cover.

For Wyoming, the over is on stretches of 15-5 in November and 7-3 against losing teams, and the over for UNLV is on a 6-1 overall streak and is 4-1 in the Rebels’ last five home contests. Lastly, the total has gone high in each of the last 10 meetings between these schools.

ATS ADVANTAGE: OVER
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[EagleFan]

Mr A's


NFL
New York Jets (6-3) at New England Patriots (6-3)
New York Jets are in better shape since the last meeting in week 2. Take the Jets against the injury riddle Patriots.

New York Jets +3½


CFB
Thursday, November 13, 2008 7:30 p.m. est.
Virginia Tech (6-3) at Miami (6-3)

Virginia Tech Hokies have more weapons on offense and should be able to grab a close win in Miami. Virginia Tech is 17-6 ATS in its last 23 games on the road, 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games against Miami at the Orange Bowl.



Virginia Tech Hokies +4
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[EagleFan]

Johnny Guild

Thursday, November 13th , 2008
New York Jets (6-3) at New England Patriots (6-3)

Gillette Stadium - Foxborough, Massachusetts
Patriots beat them in New York and now play them at home. I don’t like tonight’s game and will pass, but believe the home team in this risky match would be the best bet.
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[EagleFan]

GINA

Thursday, November 13th, 8:00 p.m. est.
Denver Nuggets (4-3) at Cleveland Cavaliers (6-2)
Go with LeBron James and the Cavaliers at home for their sixth straight win. Cleveland is 8-4 both straight-up and against the spread in their last 12 games at Quicken Loans Arena against the Nuggets. LeBron James is on a roll and leads the NBA, averaging over 28 points per game.

Cleveland Cavaliers -5½
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[EagleFan]

Jb's Computer Plays

New York Jets +3½

 

[EagleFan]

Mike Huguenin

Buffalo (5-4) at Akron (5-4), 7 p.m., ESPNU
The buzz: This is a big one in the MAC, with the winner having the inside track to the East Division title. Buffalo has won three in a row, but this is Akron’s last game in the Rubber Bowl, which has been its home since 1940.
The line: Akron by 3.5. The pick: Buffalo 28-23.


Virginia Tech (6-3) at Miami (6-3), 7:30 p.m., ESPN
The buzz: A big game in the ACC Coastal Division, with the loser basically falling out of the title chase. The Hokies are 15-3 all-time on Thursdays – and Miami is 12-1. Tech has won four of the past five in the series.
The line: Miami by 4.5. The pick: Miami 20-17.


Wyoming (4-6) at UNLV (4-6), 9 p.m., CBS College Sports
The buzz: Neither of these teams is that good. At the same time, each has a chance to become bowl-eligible. This is the first time since 2003 that UNLV has won four games in a season.
The line: UNLV by 7. The pick: UNLV 26-16.
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[EagleFan]

Kelso Sturgeon's

November to Remember package Pick for tonight: 25-units on the Jets

 

[EagleFan]

WINNERS EDGE_- 11/13/08


CFB:

Wyoming + 7 , 2 units


NFL:

NE Patriots - 3 , 2 units
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[EagleFan]

Insider Sports Report‏

4* U.N.L.V. -6.5 over Wyoming (NCAAF) Range: -4.5 to -8

3* N.Y. Jets/New England (NFL) OVER 42 Range: 40 to 44


3* Denver/Cleveland (NBA) UNDER 199.5 Range: 201.5 to 198

 

[EagleFan]

gamblers ally emailed comp:

they are passing on thursday nfl but said in email that they are personally playing new england for 10 units

also said to note that they are not selling an nfl pick tonight at the swami and they did not submit anything to sports monitor

 

[EagleFan]

Bob Balfe

Jets

 

[chase88]

JEFFERSONSPORTS EARLY CBB RELEASE
UCLA-15

1-0 so far in CBB

 

[brady1983]

LAS VEGAS TECH REPORT (LVTR): NY JETS vs NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS


Play: NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS -3.5


LAS VEGAS TECH REPORT (LVTR): VIRGINIA TECH vs UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI


Play: UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI -4

 

[EagleFan]

GameBreaker

NY Jets at New England
Play Under 42

Patriots D has been playing well lately, giving up 18 pts or less in 4 straight and 3.5 yards/carry in 3 straight. That's important vs the Jets. The Jets have played the run well and the Patriots are still relatively conservative on offense. Weather looks less than ideal and total is above the key number of 41. The Pats have gone gone under 40 in 3 straight and traditionally play lower scoring games at home vs winning teams. Big game for both teams I expect them to be guarding against the big mistakes, especially early. Play Under 42 for a 4* Regular Play
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Jake Timlin

200♦ New York Jets

Bitter AFC rivals I like the Jets plus the points tonight. I mean throwing out the first meeting between these two team in week one it has been the Jets who have improved the most as New York has won 5 of their last 6 game. Mix the Jets improvement with the fact that the road team has covered the last 6 meetings in the regular season and New York is looking good tonight. Well thanks to the Jets offense lead by Favre who is starting up understand the playbook and a defense that has been stopping the run by holding four teams to under 50 yards this year it is New England with their less then stellar offense and poor secondary who is in trouble tonight. Bottom line, given how well the Jets have improved on both sides of the ball and only getting better I see Mangini getting the best of Belichick and the Patriots. Take the Jets plus the points.

All New York!


100♦ Virginia Tech Hokies

Also in bonus action I like the Hokies also plus the points tonight. I mean now that Virginia Tech has found a running game with Evans and Taylor healthy the Hokies look to return to their dominate self’s. You see for Virginia Tech they own the highway going 17-5 ATS and also this series winning and covering the last 2 games. Meanwhile, for Miami while playing a lot of freshman this year will benefit the Hurricanes in the years to fallow I look for their inexperience to cost them a win tonight. So keeping their ACC title hopes alive I say take the Hokies plus the points as they win outright on the road.

 

[EagleFan]

Nostradamus

New England -3.5
Virginia Tech +4.5
UNLV -7
Den/Cleve Over 200.5
Tor/Edm Over 5.5 -120
Parlay (Ottawa, Dallas, San Jose)
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[EagleFan]

Yankee Capper

3 Units - Toronto Maple Leafs +125

2 Units - Buffalo/Akron Over 60

 

[EagleFan]

SquaresWanted.Com Sharp - Ivan Laflare
NBA PICK, Thursday, November 13, 2008

Dallas (2-5) at Chicago (3-5) 8:30 pm
4 Stacks
Dallas pk @5dimes

Dallas

The Dallas Mavericks are in dire need of a win and Dirk is going to deliver. Dallas only wins have came on the road this season. Dirk Nowitzki is averaging 24 pts and 7 rebs. a game, but he is averaging 31 in their victories. The Dallas Mavericks have won eight of their past nine in Chi-town. Chicago has lost two straight at home and their rookie sensation Derrick Rose will be playing with back problems. The Bulls have been looking for answers all season and their front court seems to be the reason for such little success. Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah scored a combined 5 points in a lost to the Hawks Tuesday night. The Mavericks swing man Josh Howard will must likely not play today but his shoes are being filled by Gerald Green. Green has scored 30 points and 8 rebound in his last two starts. Dallas will get to 3rd road win tonight at the United Center.

· Mavericks are 6-2 ATS in the last 8 meetings in Chicago.
· Road team is 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings.
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[skunk2hi]

ND Sports
NBA
2-0 Yesterday with:
Pacers -1.5
Lakers +1.5

Today:
Bulls +1