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Last week was bad.

It was so bad that I didn’t even bother watching the Sunday night game. Didn’t even know the score till Monday morning, that’s how bad it was.

To be fair it was my NFL picks that really screwed me. I went 1/5 on them as the Chargers fucked me again. The Chargers are like a crazy ex that just keeps popping up every once in a while.

Meanwhile in college I had a better week, but it was still mediocre at 3/5.

The last couple of weeks has been rough betting on the NFL and it has led me to change this up a bit. I’m going to give you seven college bets that I like ranked, and then three NFL picks ranked as well.

The reason being is because I am here to make money and for you to make money, and college is my bread and butter.

So here’s to a better week and hopefully some $$$ made. Lets start with the NFL.

NFL

3. Browns @ Patriots Over 46

2. Browns +13 @ Patriots

I’m just going to group these together to make this easier, but lets start with this. The Patriots are really good. Like really fucking good, especially on defense. But are they really 13 points better than the Browns? That’s a tough question because the Browns have looked as inconsistent as a bad cup of pudding. But, with a couple of key pieces on offense like Odell Beckham, Jarvis Landry and Nick Chubb I think the Browns can keep this within two touchdowns.

That is also the reason I think the over hits. Like I said the Patriots defense is unreal good, but I think they have some what of a down game against some talented players that can win 1-1 battles. Meanwhile you know that even though Tom Brady and the Patriots offense has struggled at times I think against an average Browns defense they’ll be just fine. Patriots 31 Browns 20

1. Denver Broncos @ Indianapolis Colts -5.5

This is EZ $$$$. The Broncos are absolute garbage, especially at the quarterback position where Joe Flacco looks as uninterested as that one dime piece at the bar when I offered to buy her a drink (offers still available if you read this!). On the other side the Colts are playing very well on both sides of the ball and honestly I think the Colts win by double digits in easy fashion. Colts 26 Broncos 10

NCAA

7. Wisconsin @ Ohio State -14.5

This was slated to be a top five game of the year. Both teams were looking dominant, and Ohio State continued to look dominant when they whooped Northwestern 52-3 (which also shattered my heart on Friday night as Northwestern +whatever it was didn’t even come close). But then Wisconsin lost to 30.5 underdogs Illinois and ruined everything! EVERYTHIGN!!!!

But seriously, Ohio State is just a cut above everyone in the Big 10 and I don’t think Wisconsin will be able to keep up with the Buckeyes speed especially on offense. Defensively the Buckeyes will have to focus on Jonathan Taylor, but even that task should be easy enough. Ohio State 38 Wisconsin 14

6. Cal +21.5 @ Utah

Pac 12 football is crazy man. I truly don’t know who the best team in the conference is, but I do know that Cal should cover three touchdowns against Utah.

Now don’t get me wrong, Utah is the better team. Since Cal’s quarterback got hurt the Golden Bears have scored seven points in a loss to Oregon, then lost to the worst pac 12 team Oregon State. WTF… But even then I think this will be an extremely physical game that should be low scoring on both sides. Utah 24 Cal 10

5. Miami @ Pitt -6

This is kind of a funny match up. Miami has been one of the most frustrating football teams in the last decade, as many college football fans yearn for the “Old U”.

Meanwhile, Pitt is one of the more frustrating teams this season. They are 5-2, but all of there wins have been won by a combined 27 points. There two losses have been lost by a combined 21 points. But if you actually watch these two teams Pitt is the better team, and way more physical team. Give them home field advantage and I think Pitt covers. Pitt 23 Miami 14

4. Oklahoma -23.5 @ Kansas State

One of the most important factors for me when betting on college football is speed of the teams, and boy does Oklahoma have an advantage over Kansas State in that almost at every position. What makes this even more difficult is that Oklahoma’s defense has been actually pretty good with the addition of defensive coordinator Alex Grinch. Oklahoma 48 Kansas State 17

3. Boston College @ Clemson -33.5

Another trend I like to bet on is teams getting hot right around conference schedule time, and Clemson is one of those teams. Since there 1 point win against North Carolina, Clemson won there next conference games by at least 29 points.

Now Clemson faces off against Boston College, and this could get ugly fast. Clemson has too much talent all over the place to struggle at all with Boston College. Clemson 52 Boston College 13

2. Texas -1 @ TCU

I’m a big Texas guy, and have been since the beginning of the season. After the LSU loss some air fell out of the tires for the Longhorns, but they are continuing to win behind some explosive offense. TCU is struggling this season, and since this line is pretty much a pick’em I’ll take Texas all day. Texas 27 TCU 19

1. Penn State -6.5 @ Michigan State

Easiest money of the week and if you’ve been reading the column, you know I’ve bet on Penn State quite a bit the last couple of weeks. Well one big reason is because they are part of the same trend as Clemson, getting hot at the right time. On the other side Michigan State seems to be falling apart, and can’t score to save there lives. EZ $$$, bet the house on it. Penn State 31 Michigan State 13

Welcome back my friends. What a weekend of football and almost nothing else, which is nearly perfect. The only thing we were missing was going 100 percent on our picks last week, but for now we’ll take 7/10 and SOME FREE $$$.

I do want to be transparent here, because transparency is key to a healthy relationship (this one being with the readers). I have been on fire with my college picks and just average to below average with my NFL picks. Also, to be transparent again (you’re welcome readers) the NFL board sucks this week and I hate it. The college board is a lot friendlier. I’ll let you wrestle with that info.

So lets not mess around anymore and get straight to the picks so you can get your $$$.

JUST AN FYI I”M ON FIRE SO LFG!

NCAA

5. UCLA +4 @ Stanford

For you degens out there that have to bet on a game on Thursday I present you a winner, UCLA +7. Yes, they’re on the road. Yes, the Bruins just got spanked by Oregon State (which is trash). But, the Cardinal are struggling to find a healthy quarterback this week and have been up and down all season. I think Chip Kelly has the Bruins come out fast and keep this close, if not win against a banged up Stanford squad. Stanford 28 UCLA 26

4. Tennessee +34.5 @ Alabama

Tennessee might have found there next quarterback in freshman, Brian Maurer and that’s why I’m picking them to cover 34.5. That momentum will carry the Volunteers to lose by only 28! Congrats to Tennessee on the moral victory. Meanwhile Alabama is still pretty good. Alabama 52 Tennessee 24.

3. Ohio State @ Northwestern +28

Ya that’s right, I’m betting against the mighty Ohio State, the team that I have bet on constantly this season to win some easy $$$. But this week is different. Not saying that Northwestern will pull off a historical upset, but I do think they keep it close at home against an Ohio State team that hasn’t played many formidable opponents. Also, that long grass at Ryan Field is always a fun factor against speedy teams like Ohio State. Ohio State 35 Northwestern 14.

2. Boise State -7 @ BYU

Even with starting quarterback Hank Bachmeier hurt (he’s questionable this week so he could play) I still like the Broncos against an overrated BYU team. Boise State is too fast for this Cougars squad that is missing its star quarterback and best offensive player Zach Wilson. The only worry is that this at BYU home which is always a difficult place to play, but I think Boise State will be just fine. Boise State 31 BYU 17

1. Clemson -24 @ Louisville

The Cardinals might be one of the most confusing teams in college football when you look at there schedule. Unfortunately for Louisville they haven’t quite faced anyone like Clemson. Sure they faced Notre Dame, but Notre Dame isn’t anywhere close to Clemson talent wise. Even though the Tigers have not looked like them true selves, I expect Trevor Lawrence to have a huge day and put a hurting on the Cardinals. Clemson 49 Louisville 17.

NFL

5. Rams -3 @ Falcons

Both of those teams have a had a rough go of things as of late. After a disappointing loss to the 49ers where quarterback Jared Goff threw for a measly 57 yards the Rams now have an opportunity to bounce back against one of the worst defenses in the league, the Falcons. I assume that the Rams will get that offense back on track and even though this is an away game on the East coast, I still think the Falcons are that bad of a team. Rams 34 Falcons 24

4. Chargers +110 @ Titans

Listen, the Chargers have fucked me multiple times this season. They’ve probably lost me close to $300 just by themselves and I hate them. So that’s why I’m picking them to win in an upset at Tennessee against newly minted starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill. So when the Chargers fuck me again just make sure I’m ok once again. Fuck you Philip, I always stood by your side and you’ve lost me all this money. Chargers 23 Colts 21

3. Jets +9.5 @ Patriots

I think this Jets team is starting to catch its footing at the right time of the season. With starting quarterback Sam Darnold returning and the defense showing some spirit last week I think the Jets will keep it within this 9.5 points. I also think this Patriots defense will start coming back to earth a bit especially against Darnold. Patriots 28 Jets 20

2. Vikings -1 @ Lions

The Lions were screwed in epic fashion against the Packers on Monday night with some horrible officiating. This week they might need some officiating there way if they want to have a chance against the Vikings because in my opinion this won’t be that close. The Vikings are starting to click on offense, and that defense has always been solid. The Lions meanwhile are coming off a physical loss to the Packers on a shorter week. I like the Vikings by at least a touchdown. Vikings 24 Lions 16

1. Texans -105 @ Colts

The Texans are for real and I’ve been on that bandwagon since the beginning of the season. This is a very good team that is starting to find its identity on both sides of the ball. The Colts are coming off a bye and are at home, but I don’t think they have the pure talent to beat the Texans. Texans 27 Colts 23

LFG PEOPLE!!!!

It was a huge fucking weekend here at Animal Crossing Legend. We were hitting money lines left and right, and finished the weekend nearly up eight units.

At this point if you’re not reading this you’re not just taking free money and that’s just your problem.

So here we go, another week. It’s a lock that I profit again this week. An absolute lock. 

NCAA

5. Penn State (-3.5) @ Iowa

I’m riding the Nittany Lion train until it completely derails. And who knows, that could be this week against a very good Iowa team at home. But, Penn State has found its stride and has whooped some serious ass lately. I think the Nittany Lions’ speed will push them to a touchdown or more victory. Penn State 28 Iowa 20

4. Texas (+11) @ Oklahoma

Ah, the good old Red River Rivalry. One of the most classic games in my opinion, and what’s great is that this game involves two very good teams. Now Oklahoma is a a different kind of very good compared to Texas, but remember this is a rivalry game and anything can happen. I highly doubt Texas pulls the upset, as Oklahoma is just too explosive on offense and all of the sudden is playing physical defense, but I think they keep it within 10. Oklahoma 45 Texas 37

3. Colorado @ Oregon (-21)

This line has moved from 20 to 21 since the beginning of the week but guess what, IDGAF. Oregon is another team that is starting to find its wings (haha THEYRE the ducks get it?) and I’m not sure Colorado has enough to keep up. I think Oregon absolutely throttles Colorado in Eugene for a tune up game before next weeks big rivalry game against UW. Oregon 44 Colorado 17

2. Iowa State @ West Virginia (+10)

I’ve been all over the Iowa State bandwagon this year, and they have fucked me multiple times. At this point I have decided to jump ship and now swim to Morgantown, West Virginia and become a Mountaineers fan. This West Virginia team has been playing way above its talent level this season, and at home against an under performing Iowa State team this sounds like EZ $. Iowa State 35 West Virginia 27

1. Alabama (-17.5) @ Texas AM

Playing at Texas AM does not worry me one bit, mostly because the talent of the football team is actual garbage. The Tide just has too much talent on both sides of the ball, and I think the Tide will roll to an easy 20 point victory. Alabama 52 Texas AM 21

NFL

5. Steelers (+6.5) @ Chargers

Since the shellacking the Steelers took in there first game against the Patriots they’ve fought back and played competitively in every game since, no matter who is playing quarterback. This week will be Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges starting at quarterback after Mason Rudolph got knocked out last week. Meanwhile the Chargers are playing uninspiring football and it’s not like that home field advantage will count for anything. Chargers 28 Steelers 23

4. Washington @ Dolphins (+180)

HERE WE GO! This is the Dolphins first chance at the sweet taste of victory, and there’s no better team than getting it against maybe the second worst team in football, Washington. Washington is also playing its first game since firing head coach Jay Gruden, and it’s in Miami where it should be relatively hot. MONEY”S IN THE CRUMBS BABY. Dolphins 26 Washington 24

3. Giants @ Patriots (-17)

With there starting running back, tight end, wide receiver and multiple other key players missing the game due to injury the only way the Giants could cover 17 points is if Daniel Jones also gets hurt/benched and Eli Manning comes in relief. But that won’t happen and unfortunately we won’t be able to relieve those memories. Patriots 38 Giants 17

2. Saints (+105) @ Jags

This is easy. I will lay down money anytime and anywhere when the Saints are dogs against the Jags. I don’t care what the circumstances are, I will always bet on the Saints. Without Jalen Ramsey the Jags defense doesn’t worry me that much against Alvin Kamara or Michael Thomas. Also, I love Gardiner Minshew just as much as the next guy, but this underrated Saints defense should be just fine against the Rookie quarterback. EZ $. Saints 24 Jags 20

1. Cowboys (-7) @ Jets

The Cowboys are coming off two tough losses and the Jets are getting there starting quarterback back, but I think the Cowboys will bounce back easily here. The main reason being that the Cowboys are just the better team on both sides of the ball. Defensively the Cowboys should be able to contain the Jets offense, and offensively the Cowboys have shown they can move the ball with ease. Cowboys 28 Jets 17

Well here are we are yet again. I’m sorry for this late post, but if you can believe it gambling on sports does not make me enough of income to live. So unfortunately I have a real job, and even though I’m single, with no family within 1,000 miles and very little of a social life I still don’t always have the time to get these up by middle of the week.

But I digress. The college game treated me just fine last week, but boy did the NFL fuck me so hard I couldn’t even walk right the next day.

But I’m back. I’m seeing the board with perfect vision, and this will be a bounce back week.

Here’s your free money.

NCAA

5. Baylor (+110) @ Kansas State

LFG PEOPLE, STARTING OUT WITH A LITTLE MONEYLINE ACTION. Baylor is coming off a big victory against Iowa state, and it looks like Matt Rhule has that program trending in the right direction. Now this is a home game for Kansas State, and they are off to a great start but I get that feeling that this could be an upset for an upstart Baylor squad. Baylor 40 Kansas State 34

4. Michigan State @ Ohio State (-19)

This line has been jumped around between 18-20 points, but I think we still have to take it. Ohio State is on an absolute tear, even if it has been against bad teams, and this defense looks legit while the offense continues to improve. Michigan State can’t score, and the Sparty defense looked suspicious last week. Ohio State 35 Michigan State 10

3. Utah State @ LSU Under 72.5

This is an insane number for any game. I understand that Utah State has an NFL quarterback and that LSU has unleashed there spread attack but I do really believe that LSU will score more than 45 and that LSU will allow more than 21 points to Utah State at home? No, no I do not. LSU 45 Utah State 21.

2. Texas (-11) @ West Virginia

This line is has been trending between 10 and 11 points this week, but what does it matter? Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is the real deal and should tear up this West Virginia defense. I understand that Texas is missing most of it’s secondary and it’s been a sexy pick to take the Mountaineers, but Texas should handle this easily. Texas 45 West Virginia 24.

1. UCF (-3.5) @ Cincinnati

I’ve been on the UCF bandwagon all year, and why get off now? The Bearcats are a good physical football team, but they don’t have the speed to keep up with UCF all over the field. If this line was a TD I’d bet Cincy but give me UCF by a touchdown all day. UCF 24 Cincy 16.

NFL

5. Browns +4 @ San Francisco 49ers

I think the 49ers are good, but it’s hard to tell only a quarter of the way through the season. What I do know is that Browns are finally playing like the team they were supposed to be, and having an extra day of travel time to play a night game won’t hurt them by any means. I honestly don’t know wins this game but I think the Browns at least play it close. 49ers 27 Browns 24

4. Packers @ Cowboys under 47

This one I actually did math for. Math is not really my thing, but this was pretty easy. The Packers are allowing 17 points per game while averaging 21. The Cowboys are allowing 14 points per game and averaging 27. As you can see both these defenses are very good, and I expect that to be the case this game with Davante Adams out. Cowboys 24 Packers 21

3. Bears @ Raiders (+185)

Yes, I have a money line as my number three pick. ANd yes, it is the Raiders against the Bears in London. Oh, and yes I love this money line. I think the Bears lose a bit of big play capability without Mitch Trubisky, and on the other side the Raiders are coming off a huge victory last week against the Colts. Raiders 23 Bears 16

2. Colts (+10.5) @ Kansas City

The Chiefs are the second best team in the NFL, and might be the best by the end of the season. But, the Colts are a very solid team that usually plays good opponents pretty tough. In a prime time game I like taking all these points, and Kansas City winning by a touchdown. Chiefs 35 Colts 27

1. Falcons @ Texans (-4)

It’s my lock of the week. The Texans, who are coming off a tough loss against the Panthers, should bounce back and handle the Falcons who have been wailing in the wind the past couple of weeks. And not only do I think they bounce back, I think they thrash the Falcons on both sides of the ball. Texans 31 Falcons 17

Did you guys miss me last weekend? Lets be honest, probably not and I don’t blame you. But if you did I’m sorry and I’m here to make it up for you with this new round of Best Bets of the weekend.

I thought I’d try a new format here and rank my top five bets from the college game and the NFL in order of confidence. Maybe that will make more money for you guys!

I’m not going to go over my picks last week but I’m sure they weren’t great. But YOLO. LFG.

NCAA

5. North Carolina +26.5 vs. Clemson

This is me just picking for fun here. I think Mack Brown will have his young team juiced up enough at home to keep it within this number. On the other side Clemson could absolutely throttle the Tar Heels, but I’ll say Clemson 42 North Carolina 21.

4. Stanford -4 @ Oregon State

Another pick that I’m feeling sketchy with because it’s the conference opener for the Beavers and they could actually be better than Stanford. But, even though it has been a tough start for the Cardinal I think they come out angry and bully an inexperienced Oregon State team around. Stanford 21 Oregon State 14.

3. Ohio State -17.5 @ Nebraska

This one I actually feel somewhat comfortable with and probably will put a couple units on them. Ohio State has been on absolute roll to the start of this season winning by 24, 42, 41, and 71 points in there first four games. Nebraska barely squeaked by a bad Illinois team last week, and this could get ugly for Scott Frost and his team. Ohio State 45 Nebraska 20.

2. Mississippi State @ Auburn over 47.5

I’m laying down a couple of units on this one I feel that good about it. Both these teams are averaging over 30 points per game, and I believe this will become a bit of shootout. Yes, Auburn’s defense is very good but this Mississippi State offense is underrated. Look for 50 plus points and hopefully an easy cover by the beginning of the fourth quarter. Auburn 35 Mississippi State 27.

1. Penn State -6.5 @ Maryland

Maryland is overrated, especially at home. They whooped Syracuse and now everyone is afraid of them. Well, lets not forget that Penn State has the capability of being a top 5 team in this country when they want to play like it, and against a team like Maryland I’m calling a blowout and easy money. Penn State 38 Maryland 14.

BONUS PICK SINCE I”M FEELING FRISKY- NORTH TEXAS -7 VS HOUSTON

DOG BET ALERT OF THE WEEK-

UCLA +175 @ Arizona

Coming off a improbable comeback victory against WSU, I think UCLA has momentum going against an average Arizona team. UCLA 52 Arizona 45.

NFL

5. Jaguars @ Broncos over 39

It’s just one of my rules that if the line is set at under 40 im taking it. This is just a rule that I follow and it has cost me a lot of money but as a stubborn jackass here I am. Jags 23 Broncos 17

4. Bucs +10 @ Rams

I’m going to say it loudly and proudly- I THINK THE RAMS ARE OVERRATED. The Rams are a top 10 team in football, but I think that defense is a real problem and against a good offensive team like the Bucs I’m thinking this will be within 10 points. Rams 28 Bucs 20.

3. Pats -7 @ Bills

Listen, I love the Bills and hope they win this game, but there’s no chance. I also think there’s no chance that they cover this in against a stacked Patriots team. Bills should play tough for 2.5-3 quarters but in the end depth and experience lets the Pats pull away. Pats 27 Bills 17

2. Chiefs -6 @ Lions

I feel like a damn rat taking this bait. I think Vegas sees a pretty good team in the Lions, and a very underrated one that they know they can make some money off. So here I am. ONE BIG FUCKING RAT WILLING TO TAKE THE CHEESE. And unfortunately I’m confident about this one, but the more I write the more my confidence shrinks. So for now Chiefs 31 Lions 20.

1. Colts -7 vs. Raiders

The lock of the century. HELL THE LOCK OF THE MILLENNIUM IS HERE. The Raiders got worked by a physical Vikings team last week and now have to travel east to play a good Colts team in another away game at a dome. This sounds like a recipe for what I exclaimed earlier, and I’ll yell it once more: THE LOCK OF THE MILLENNIUM. COLTS 38 RAIDERS 14. LFG

DOG BET ALERT!!!! FREE $$$

JAGS +165 @ BRONCOS

MINSHEW MANIA IS HERE FOR REAL. Broncos suck. It’s easy, just take the money.

Well, last week was magical. We had a full week of real college and professional football. I think I sat on a couch for roughly 22-25 hours this week to watch football and it was fucking awesome.

Another fucking awesome fact, I did pretty well in the gambling world. Maybe not on my first week of picks on here, but actually went off my top 10 bets and did pretty well.

So now I hope to give you guys better bets this week, but first lets go over how I did last week.

NCAA

X= Loss Z= Win

Syracuse (+105) @ Maryland X

Not great BOB!

Nebraska (-4) @ Colorado X

FUCKING HEARTBREAKER

Texas AM (+16.5) @ Clemson Z

BACK DOOR COVER NEVER FELT SO GOOD AFTER A GOOD TILT

Cal @ UW over 43.5 X

I should probably not try to be a weatherman

New Mexico State @ Bama Under 65 X

Bama’s pretty good on offense

NFL

49ers (EV) @ Bucs Z

Thanks Jameis for the money.

Chiefs (-3.5) @ Jags Z

EZIEST $$$ OF THE WEEK.

Bills @ Jets 40.5 over X

I bet on the Bills-Jets over, I deserve any kind of punishment.

Indianapolis Colts (+6.5) @ Chargers Z

Well, that was close.

Broncos @ Raiders Over 43 X

I thought Antonio Brown would play and go off while writing this on Friday, September 6. Things have evolved with Brown since then, at a very quick pace.

Overall: 4-6

Now, your free money for the weekend.

NCAA

Washington State @ Houston over 74

Give me all the points on a weird Friday night game in warm weather between these two high flying offenses. Also, lets not forget both defenses are prone to giving up big plays very quickly. I’m guessing Washington State 51 Houston 35.

Ohio State (-16.5) @ Indiana

My brain is thinking like this and it’s a dangerous road to go down, but Ohio State crushed Cincinnati 52-0 and in my little brain I think Cincinnati is just as talented as Indiana if not better. I know it’s an away game, but the Buckeyes should handle the Hoosiers pretty easily. Ohio State 41 Indiana 17.]

Florida State @ Virginia (-7.5)

Florida State beat some small Louisiana school by one point because of a missed extra point. The week before they blew a double digit lead against Boise State. To be blunt, this is a bad Florida State team. Surprisingly, on the other side Virginia has a pretty damn good squad. This doesn’t make sense given these two teams histories, but here we are. Virginia 40 Florida State 28

Stanford @ UCF (-9)

Not going to lie I got UCF at -7.5 earlier this week, but I still love this line. Even at -10 I would love it. Stanford is banged up on both sides of the ball and UCF is scoring points whenever they want to. Oh, and this is in Florida. This is ez $. UCF 35 Stanford 20

USC (-4) @ BYU

Cool victory for BYU over a shitty Tennessee game last week. Great job BYU. But here’s the deal BYU is not a good team, and USC is on the rise with a new quarterback with some juice. I honestly don’t think this will be close, the only factor that scares me a bit is that it’s on the road. But still, USC should dominate with superior speed and strength, especially at the line of scrimmage. USC 31 BYU 17

DOG BET ALERT!!!

Iowa @ Iowa State (+115)

Ok, this might not be that much of a reach but they are dogs at home against a pretty good Iowa team. I think the Cyclones pull off some magic and win 24-20.

NFL

Patriots @ Dolphins (+18.5)

Lets just start with the elephant in the room. This spread is ridiculous, and I’m going to take it all day. I’ll bet whatever I have (which is about $200 and a bottle of tums) because I feel that confident that the Dolphins should cover at home against a Patriots team they almost always compete with. Patriots 38 Dolphins 21

Chiefs @ Raiders Over 53.5

After scoring 27 points on a good Denver defense, Gruden and the Raiders are going to come out firing against a suspect Chiefs defense. But, you know that Chiefs will score at will and won’t back down from a mysterious Raiders squad. I’m saying a shootout happens here. Chiefs 33 Raiders 23

Chargers (-2.5) @ Lions

It’s never easy taking a road dog, especially one from California playing in Detroit. But, after the Lions collapse and the Chargers overtime victory from last week I think the Lions are done, stick a fork in them, and the Chargers are going to be fighting all year. The Chargers are going to win, and they have to at least win by 3 points… right? Chargers 26 Lions 20

Bears (-2.5) @ Broncos

Mitch Trubisky did not look good last week, I think we can all agree on that. But, lets pump the brakes a tiny bit here and see if they can at least handle a pretty bad Broncos squad. I think overall the Bears are much more talented than Broncos on both sides of the ball. Yes, it’s an away game but the Broncos might be that bad. Bears 20 Broncos 14

Cardinals @ Ravens (-12.5)

Listen, I’m throwing a fucking dart at this point so I’m not sure this is this pick you really want to follow. But here’s my reasoning, the Ravens like to run the ball, and the Cardinals do not like to stop the run. The Ravens are physical on both sides of the ball, and the Cardinals are not. The game is in Baltimore. So ya that’s my reasoning, we’ll see… Ravens 42 Cardinals 21

DOG BET ALERT!!!

49ers (+105) @ Bengals

Again, not much of an upset pick here but I think it’s easy money especially for a profitable line. Bengals are coming off a physical game against the Seahawks while the 49ers are looking to go 2-0. Also, the 49ers just have more talent. 49ers 27 Bengals 20

I hope to do this every week before the weekend (or Thursday if I like any games then) because lets be honest, sports betting is now part of our lives. Welcome to the degenerate world, enjoy it and just remember it’s just money!

Here are my top 10 bets of the week from the college and NFL game. I promise to make you tons of money, because I always do!

NCAA-

Syracuse (+105) @ Maryland

I get it, it’s a away game and Syracuse is Syracuse football. But lets remember that Maryland is also Maryland, and that’t not much. As for Syracuse, head coach Dino Babers knows that this is a pivotal season for him and his team. This is not a game that a better Syracuse team wants to lose if they want to have any chance at big bowl game. I think Syracuse wins by a TD.

Nebraska (-4) at Colorado

The altitude does scare me, but I think Nebraska comes out firing after a disappointing first win against a lower opponent. I get a feeling that Scott Frost will have this team ready to go and quarterback Adrian Martinez will have a huge game. Also, Colorado isn’t terrible, but I think some growing pains are in store for this game. Cornhuskers by 10+.

Texas AM (+16.5) at Clemson

Another road team I like covering this weekend. Clemson is a top two team in the country, and might be the best. But, Jimbo Fisher loves these big games and he has a winning career record against ranked teams. Not saying that he’ll be able to lead the upset, but I like his veterans Aggies squad led by quarterback Kellen Mond to keep it within 10 points.

Cal at UW Over 43.5 (-110)

Both these defenses are some of the best in the country so this is me testing the waters early in the season, but I feel confident with the new UW quarterback Jacob Eason and his ability to stretch defenses with his arm. I also feel like Cal can’t be that bad on offense again, but lets be honest that probably won’t happen so lets say UW 28 Cal 17 with the ball moving pretty well in some warm weather on Montlake.

New Mexico State @ Alabama Under 65 (-110)

Maybe I should be taking New Mexico State -56 as Saban and Bama have never covered 50 points, but this under is too tempting. I think the Tides first, second, third and walk ons will be able to hold New Mexico State to under 10 points. Meanwhile the Tides first string offense might play a three series, and the offense should run the ball close to 90 percent the rest of the game. I’m thinking Alabama 56 NMST 7.

DOG BET ALERT!!!!!

LSU at Texas (+205)

Tom Herman has a crazy 13-2 record as an underdog as head coach. I honestly don’t think the Longhorns will win this game, but it might not hurt to sprinkle a bit of money on that big moneyline if you’re feeling frisky just based on Hermans record.

NFL

49ers (EV) @ Buccaneers

Vegas is fucking with us here, and I think I’ll just take the bait. Might end my weekend but it also might just prolong it even more. But either way I think many bettors are thinking too much about this. The 49ers are the better team overall. It will be close but this is a case of the 49ers coming out and just being the more talented team. 49ers 31 Buccaneers 24.

Chiefs (-3.5) @ Jaguars

Might be the easiest money of the week. Jags are going to be a train wreck this season, and the Chiefs are a top three team in the league. Chiefs 38 Jaguars 21.

Buffalo Bills at NY Jets Over 40.5

At this point in the NFL I will always take an over of 40 (screw it, give me the half point) because it’s the NFL and they don’t want some bum ass 10-3 game (thanks for wasting three hours of my life last night Bears and Packers). Both these offenses should be vastly improved too. Jets 27 Bills 21.

Indianapolis Colts (+6.5) at LA Chargers

The Colts offseason was rocked by the retirement of Andrew Luck, but don’t discount Jacoby Brissett and the will of that defense at a weak Chargers home field against an ailing defense. I’ll take the points and call it Chargers 26 Colts 21.

Broncos @ Raiders Over 43

He’s back, Antonio Brown is going to play on Monday night and that can only mean good things for the Raiders offense. I’m thinking eight catches for 133 yards and a touchdown. On the other side, I think Joe Flacco throws a couple of touchdowns, and the two headed monster at running back have a decent game too. I’m thinking Raiders 27 Broncos 23.

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Houston Texans (+245) @ Saints

I like this bet based on the large odds, and that I think the Texans are actually one of the better teams in the NFL. So I like the payout to talent ratio here. It’s going to be a tough game, but I like that defense and Deshaun Watson with a couple of new pieces to maybe pull out an upset.

If you’ve read my division predictions you know why these teams made it. I don’t want to do a full on dive here, so I’ll keep it quick with some key points about this match up.

Seahawks vs. Chiefs

This is going to be a game of two completely different teams, in many different ways. Offensively, the Chiefs love to air it out in big chunks while the Seahawks like to keep it on the ground taking a big shot every once in a while. Defensively, the Seahawks are more sturdy and physical, but the Chiefs are capable of making a pivotal play anytime on defense.

The main discussion in this game will be the quarterback matchup between the cerebral Russell Wilson, and the new face of the NFL, Patrick Mahomes. A big key for the Chiefs defense is will they be able to stifle the run enough to keep Russell Wilson from making those big plays off play action. Can the Chiefs defense keep that offense honest? I have a hard time believing they will.

BUT… on the other side do the Seahawks have enough to keep Mahomes and the Chiefs offense from scoring at will? At will, yes, but the Chiefs won’t have trouble scoring much either. One big step for the Hawks to take against the Chiefs is to bend but not break. It’s okay for the Chiefs to get a big chunk play as long they are stopped and held to a field goal.

Both teams can score when they need to, especially the Chiefs, but who can get a stop when they really need it the most?

Seahawks 35 Chiefs 31