Middle Tennessee at UAB odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Middle Tennessee at UAB odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The UAB Blazers (2-2, 0-1 C-USA) welcome the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (3-2, 0-1) to Protective Stadium in Birmingham Saturday. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Middle Tennessee at UAB odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

UAB comes into this game following a 28-24 loss at Rice. It has home wins over Georgia Southern and Alabama A&M, while losing by 4 at Rice and 7 (21-14) at o Liberty.

Starting RB DeWayne McBride has been the most efficient Blazers player, totaling 521 rushing yards (a 6.9 yards-per-carry average) and 6 touchdowns. UAB averages 220.5 rushing yards per game.

As for Middle Tennessee, it lost in its opener to James Madison 44-7. It then went on a 3-game win streak, which included a 45-31 win at the then-No. 25 Miami Hurricanes 2 weeks ago. However, the Blue Raiders lost to visiting UTSA 45-30 last week.

The Blue Raiders are led by QB Chase Cunningham, who is in his 2nd season as the starter. He’s thrown for 1,368 yards and 8 touchdowns so far this season.

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Middle Tennessee at UAB odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Middle Tennessee +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | UAB -380 (bet $380 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Middle Tennessee +9.5 (-108) | UAB -9.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Middle Tennessee at UAB picks and predictions

Prediction

UAB 27, Middle Tennessee 24

Moneyline

PASS.

While Middle Tennessee did beat Miami, it also has some ugly losses that make it hard to trust in this battle. Expect UAB to win, especially at home, but at -380, I wouldn’t back it.

Against the spread

BET MIDDLE TENNESSEE +9.5 (-108).

Middle Tennessee played well against UTSA but just couldn’t convert on its forced turnovers.

The Blue Raiders have defended well against what the Blazers do best – run the ball. Middle Tennessee ranks 9th in the nation in opponents’ yards per rushing attempt at just 2.8.

It allows just 107.8 rushing yards per game. UAB, on the other hand, ranks 15th in rushing yards per game (220.5 per game as mentioned above). This battle – Blue Raiders rush defense vs. the Blazers running game – will be what wins the game, and against teams like Miami, the Blue Raiders’ defense held up.

With this being coach Bryant Vincent’s first season at UAB, he still doesn’t have a great track record and he hasn’t had his team impressive against competent opponents, which Middle Tennessee is.

The Blazers have only beaten an FCS side and a low-tier Sun Belt opponent. I’ll take the BLUE RAIDERS +9.5 (-108) to cover here.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 53.5 (-108).

The expectation is that Middle Tennessee throws UAB off its rhythm, and if that’s the case, the Blazers may not be able to hit its 33-points-per-game average.

UAB is also allowing just 17.5 points per game. The Blazers’ defensive strength is in the pass defense. They allow just 161.8 passing yards per game, which is Middle Tennessee’s strength.

Simply put, both teams defend their opposing offenses’ strength well. Considering that, I’ll take UNDER 52.5 (-108).

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Ohio State at Michigan State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Michigan State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Ohio State Buckeyes (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) and the Michigan State Spartans (2-3, 0-2) meet in a conference game Saturday at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Ohio State vs. Michigan State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Ohio State thumped Rutgers 49-10 last week in The ‘Shoe and has outscored 2 conference opponents 101-31 over the past 2 games. The Over has cashed in 3 consecutive games for the Buckeyes, who lead the nation with 48.8 PPG.

Michigan State started out this season with a high ranking, but it has dropped 3 games in a row to Washington, Minnesota and Maryland. The Spartans are also 0-3 ATS in the past 3 outings, while the Under has cashed at a 4-1 clip through 5 contests.

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Ohio State at Michigan State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100) | Michigan State +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -27.5 (-107) | Michigan State +27.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

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Ohio State at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 48, Michigan State 17

Moneyline

Betting Ohio State (-5000) would net you a $2 profit for every $100 bet. No one needs 2 dollars that badly.

PASS.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -27.5 (-107) is a slightly risky play laying just short of 4 TDs on the road, but it is worth it.

The Buckeyes have a high-octane offense capable of scoring on any play. Lately, the Spartans have had a struggling defense capable of allowing a score on any play.

Ohio State is 2-0-1 ATS across the past 3 outings and will start fast and finish faster, adding to the woes of Michigan State, a team on an 0-3 SU/ATS skid.

Over/Under

OVER 64.5 (-120) is worth playing, but there is some risk. We have the No. 1 scoring team in the nation on one side, but we also have a struggling Michigan State team which will likely need to score at least 2 TDs to help this one get across the finish line. Sparty has 20 total points and 3 TDs in the past 2 games. Be careful, and play this one lightly.

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AL Wild Card Series Game 2: Tampa Bay Rays at Cleveland Guardians odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Tampa Bay Rays at Cleveland Guardians Game 2 odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Tampa Bay Rays and the Cleveland Guardians meet in Game 2 of an AL Wild Card Series Saturday. First pitch is scheduled for 12:07 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rays vs. Guardians odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Guardians lead playoff series 1-0.

The Rays put up a good fight in Game 1, falling 2-1 in a well-pitched game on both sides. Tampa Bay picked up right where it left off in the regular season, however, and has now lost 6 games in a row and 8 of its last 9.

The Guardians won a 3rd consecutive 1-run game against the Rays, as it continues to be just a tick better than their counterparts.

Cleveland is on a roll. The Guardians have won 23 of their last 28 games overall and snapped an 8-game losing skid in the postseason. Friday’s win was the first in the last 5 playoff games at Progressive Field.

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Rays at Guardians projected starters

RHP Tyler Glasnow vs. RHP Triston McKenzie

Glasnow (0-0, 1.35 ERA) had a 0.90 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 13.5 K/9 through 6 2/3 IP across 2 regular-season starts.

  • Returned from Tommy John surgery to make a pair of appearances down the stretch
  • Was 0-0 with a 1.29 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 14 K across 7 IP in 4 appearances for the national champion Triple-A Durham Bulls in his rehab assignment

McKenzie (11-11, 2.96 ERA) made 30 regular-season starts and 1 relief appearance. He had a 0.95 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 8.9 K/9 through 191 1/3 IP.

  • Posted a 2-0 record and .210 opponent batting average with 36 K through 33 IP across 5 starts over the last 30 days
  • Was 5-3 with a 2.77 ERA with a .196 opponent BA and 96 K across 81 1/3 IP in 13 home starts

Rays at Guardians odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rays -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Guardians -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rays -1.5 (+165) | Guardians +1.5 (-220)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Rays at Guardians picks and predictions

Prediction

Rays 3, Guardians 2

Moneyline

The RAYS (-105) have really struggled, dropping 6 contests in a row, but the percentages say they’ll snap out of it. It also helps to have Glasnow on the bump, as he has been lights out in his time with Triple-A Durham and the big club as he works his way back from TJS. He won’t go super deep into the game, but the Guardians will be held at bay when he is on the hill.

Run line/Against the spread

Guardians +1.5 (-220) is just too expensive, costing you more than 2 times your potential return. If you like Cleveland just bet it straight up — but I don’t like them in Game 2.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+105) cashed in Game 1, as we had a total of just 3 runs. Under bettors never had to sweat at all.

We should have another well-pitched game with Glasnow and McKenzie putting up a lot of donuts in Game 2.

I am not comfortable betting a full unit on such a very low total, but it’s worth playing lightly.

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Missouri at Florida odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Missouri at Florida odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Missouri Tigers (2-3, 0-2 SEC) head to Gainesville to take on the Florida Gators (3-2, 0-2) Saturday. Kickoff is at noon ET (ESPNU). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Missouri vs. Florida odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Both of these teams are looking for their first SEC victory. Missouri is coming off what might be the best definition of a “moral victory” in recent team history. The Tigers lost 26-22 to Georgia last Saturday as 31-point underdogs. Mizzou led most of the game, too — the Bulldogs didn’t take their first lead until late in the 4th quarter.

Florida is coming off a blowout 52-17 victory over Eastern Washington Sunday, covering the spread as a 32-point favorite. Florida QB Anthony Richardson has a combined 693 passing yards, 6 total TDs and 2 INTs over the team’s last 2 games.

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Missouri at Florida odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Missouri +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Florida -475 (bet $475 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Missouri +10.5 (-108) | Florida -10.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Missouri at Florida picks and predictions

Prediction

Missouri 30, Florida 27

Moneyline

MISSOURI (+360) has an attractive moneyline for those looking for an underdog to get them more than 3 and a half times their money back. The Tigers played their best football of the season last week by battling Georgia close and lost a close overtime road game against Auburn (17-14) Sept. 24. Mizzou should be fired up to get its first conference win of the season.

Against the spread

If you’re feeling the Tigers but aren’t quite trusting that they can pull off a road victory in The Swamp, take MISSOURI +10.5 (-108) to cover a spread that’s way too big.

Missouri’s defense played great against one of the best teams in the country last week, and while the Tigers’ offense isn’t top-tier, neither is Florida’s defense which is allowing 193.2 yards rushing per game (113th). Mizzou should take advantage after its RBs earned 126 yards on the ground against the Bulldogs last week.

Over/Under

This is a true wild card, with the Over going 1-4 in Mizzou’s games and 3-2 in Florida’s games this season. Florida is averaging 32.2 points per game, while Mizzou is putting up 26.8 per game. However, with Mizzou’s defense playing well, Florida may have trouble getting over its season average. I’d AVOID the Over/Under for this matchup.

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Updated fantasy football rankings (PPR scoring) and cheat sheets: Week 5

Set your fantasy football lineup with fantasy football PPR rankings from The Huddle for Week 5 of the 2022 NFL season.

Just like that, we’re into the 5th week of the season. This is the last week before bye weeks create a juggling act on rosters. Fortunately, we have the Fantasy Football Rankings to keep you in the winner’s circle’s trajectory.

We consulted with our friends at TheHuddle.com, who have been helping fantasy players just like you win their leagues for over 2 decades. Check out TheHuddle.com’s top players in point-per-reception (PPR) fantasy football scoring for the upcoming weekend:

Fantasy football rankings – Week 5

Quarterback rankings

  1. Lamar Jackson, BAL vs. CIN – 28.5 projected points
  2. Josh Allen, BUF vs. PIT – 28.0
  3. Jalen Hurts, PHI vs. ARI – 26.0
  4. Derek Carr, LVR vs. KC – 24.5
  5. Kyler Murray, ARI vs. PHI – 24.5
  6. Patrick Mahomes, KC vs. LVR – 24.0
  7. Joe Burrow, CIN vs. BAL – 23.5
  8. Justin Herbert, LAC vs. CLE – 23.5
  9. Tom Brady, TB vs. ATL – 23.0
  10. Trevor Lawrence, JAC vs. HOU – 22.0
  11. Zach Wilson, NYJ vs. MIA – 22.0
  12. Teddy Bridgewater, MIA vs. NYJ – 21.5

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Running back rankings

  1. Austin Ekeler, LAC vs. CLE – 24.0 projected points
  2. Saquon Barkley, NYG vs. GB – 23.0
  3. Derrick Henry, TEN vs. WAS – 22.0
  4. James Robinson, JAC vs. HOU – 21.0
  5. Rhamondre Stevenson, NE vs. DET – 21.0
  6. Dalvin Cook, MIN vs. CHI – 20.0
  7. Nick Chubb, CLE vs. LAC – 20.0
  8. Dameon Pierce, HOU vs. JAC – 20.0
  9. Leonard Fournette, TB vs. ATL – 19.0
  10. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, KC vs. LVR – 19.0
  11. Devin Singletary, BUF vs. PIT – 18.0
  12. J.K. Dobbins, BAL vs. CIN – 18.0
  13. Christian McCaffrey, CAR vs. SF – 17.0
  14. Alvin Kamara, NO vs. SEA – 17.0
  15. Joe Mixon, CIN vs. BAL – 17.0
  16. Damien Harris, NE vs. DET – 17.0
  17. Aaron Jones, GB vs. NYG – 16.0
  18. Najee Harris, PIT vs. BUF – 16.0
  19. J.D. McKissic, WAS vs. TEN – 15.0
  20. Jeff Wilson Jr., SF vs. CAR – 14.0
  21. Josh Jacobs, LVR vs. KC – 14.0
  22. Miles Sanders, PHI vs. ARI – 14.0
  23. AJ Dillon, GB vs. NYG – 14.0
  24. Breece Hall, NYJ vs. MIA – 11.0

Wide receiver rankings

  1. Christian Kirk, JAC vs. HOU – 28.0 projected points
  2. Stefon Diggs, BUF vs. PIT – 24.0
  3. Davante Adams, LVR vs. KC – 23.0
  4. Tyreek Hill, MIA vs. NYJ – 23.0
  5. Justin Jefferson, MIN vs. CHI – 23.0
  6. Cooper Kupp, LAR vs. DAL – 22.0
  7. Mike Williams, LAC vs. CLE – 21.0
  8. JuJu Smith-Schuster, KC vs. LVR – 20.0
  9. Tee Higgins, CIN vs. BAL – 20.0
  10. Ja’Marr Chase, CIN vs. BAL – 20.0
  11. Mike Evans, TB vs. ATL – 19.0
  12. Tyler Lockett, SEA vs. NO – 19.0
  13. Chris Godwin, TB vs. ATL – 19.0
  14. Deebo Samuel, SF vs. CAR – 19.0
  15. Chris Olave, NO vs. SEA – 19.0
  16. CeeDee Lamb, DAL vs. LAR – 18.0
  17. Jaylen Waddle, MIA vs. NYJ – 18.0
  18. Drake London, ATL vs. TB – 18.0
  19. Brandin Cooks, HOU vs. JAC – 17.0
  20. Terry McLaurin, WAS vs. TEN – 17.0
  21. Robert Woods, TEN vs. WAS – 16.0
  22. Garrett Wilson, NYJ vs. MIA – 16.0
  23. DeVante Parker, NE vs. DET – 15.0
  24. Isaiah McKenzie, BUF vs. PIT – 15.0

Tight end rankings

  1. Mark Andrews, BAL vs. CIN – 21.0 projected points
  2. Travis Kelce, KC vs. LVR – 19.0
  3. T.J. Hockenson, DET vs. NE – 19.0
  4. Zach Ertz, ARI vs. PHI, 18.0
  5. Dallas Goedert, PHI vs. ARI – 16.0
  6. Tyler Conklin, NYJ vs. MIA – 14.0
  7. David Njoku, CLE vs. LAC – 11.0
  8. Gerald Everett, LAC vs. CLE – 11.0
  9. Darren Waller, LVR vs. KC – 10.0
  10. Tyler Higbee, LAR vs. DAL – 9.0
  11. George Kittle, SF vs. CAR – 9.0
  12. Hunter Henry, NE vs. DET – 8.0

Place kicker rankings

  1. Ryan Succop, TB vs. ATL – 12.0 projected points
  2. Justin Tucker, BAL vs. CIN – 12.0
  3. Riley Patterson, JAC vs. HOU – 12.0
  4. Randy Bullock, TEN vs. WAS – 11.0
  5. Greg Zuerlein, NYJ vs. MIA – 11.0
  6. Cade York, CLE vs. LAC – 11.0
  7. Nick Folk, NE vs. DET – 10.0
  8. Graham Gano, NYG vs. GB – 10.0
  9. Jason Myers, SEA vs. NO – 10.0
  10. Tyler Bass, BUF vs. PIT – 10.0
  11. Robbie Gould, SF vs. CAR – 9.0
  12. Greg Joseph, MIN vs. CHI – 9.0

Defensive team rankings

  1. Vikings vs. CHI – 18.0 projected points
  2. 49ers vs. CAR – 17.0
  3. Bills vs. PIT – 15.0
  4. Packers vs. NYG – 10.0
  5. Jaguars vs. HOU – 10.0
  6. Rams vs. DAL – 9.0
  7. Chiefs vs. LVR – 9.0
  8. Patriots vs. DET – 8.0
  9. Buccaneers vs. ATL – 7.0
  10. Eagles vs. ARI – 7.0
  11. Chargers vs. CLE – 7.0
  12. Titans vs. WAS – 7.0

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New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Giants (3-1) play the Green Bay Packers (3-1) at 9:30 a.m. ET Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (NFL Network). Green Bay is the designated home team. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Giants vs. Packers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Giants QB Daniel Jones, who suffered an ankle sprain in last week’s 20-12 home win vs. the Chicago Bears, is expected to play Sunday. QB Davis Webb will be elevated from the practice squad since backup QB Tyrod Taylor suffered a concussion after replacing Jones vs. Chicago.

New York is 1-8 against the spread (ATS) after allowing less than 15 points in its previous 9 games.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers threw 2 TDs in the 2nd half and led a drive to set up the game-winning FG in a 27-24 OT home win vs. the New England Patriots last Sunday. Rodgers started slow vs. the Patriots, throwing for 44 yards and 1 INT on 4-for-11 passing in the 1st half.

Green Bay is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 October games.

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Giants vs. Packers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Giants +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Packers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Giants +7.5 (-108) | Packers -7.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 40.5 (O: -117 | U: -103)

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Giants vs. Packers key injuries

Giants

  • CB Cor’Dale Flott (calf) out
  • WR Kenny Golladay (knee) out
  • LB Azeez Ojulari (calf) out
  • WR Wan’Dale Robinson (knee) out
  • QB Tyrod Taylor (concussion) out
  • WR Kadarius Toney (hamstring) out
  • DL Leonard Williams (knee) questionable

Packers

  • Adrian Amos (concussion) questionable

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Giants vs. Packers picks and predictions

Prediction

Packers 27, Giants 10

Moneyline

PASS.

The Green Bay ML (-400) is too high of a number. Look to the spread and the total for better opportunities.

Against the spread

BET PACKERS -7.5 (-112).

This number seems high at first for a neutral site, but the Giants have a lot of key injuries, including a QB Jones who likely isn’t 100% after injuring his ankle a week ago.

Green Bay has started slow this season, but I expect the offense to start clicking this week after an embarrassing outing vs. New England. Lay the points as Rodgers is ready to start airing it out.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 40.5 (-103).

Multiple trends point toward taking the Under in this matchup. The Under is 12-3-1 in New York’s last 16 games after covering the spread in its previous game and 4-0 in Green Bay’s last 4 games vs. NFC teams.

The Under should hit Sunday as New York will struggle to put up points with all of its injuries.

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Florida State at NC State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Florida State Seminoles at NC State Wolfpack odds and lines, with NCAA expert picks and predictions.

The Florida State Seminoles (4-1, 2-1 ACC) and No. 14 NC State Wolfpack (4-1, 0-1) clash in an ACC Atlantic battle Saturday. Kickoff at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network).  Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Florida State vs. NC State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State lost 31-21 to then-No. 21, now-No. 15 Wake Forest last Saturday. Eleven penalties for 96 yards short-circuited a Seminoles squad that had been 4-0 and racking up 503.8 total yards of offense per contest. FSU lost to NC State 28-14 last season and is just 1-5 against the spread in its last 6 meetings with the Wolfpack.

The Wolfpack lost 33-20 at No. 5 Clemson Saturday. NC State’s running game was held to 34 yards, its lowest single-game total since Sept. 11, 2021. The Wolfpack was also a minus-2 in turnovers and was undone by 4 scoring drives of less than 60 yards by the Tigers. The Wolfpack are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 home games against the ‘Noles.

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Florida State at NC State odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:52 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Florida State +133 (bet $100 to win $133) | NC State -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Florida State +3.5 (-130) | NC State -3.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State at NC State picks and predictions

Prediction

NC State 27, Florida State 21

Moneyline

Look for NC State to rebound from its loss at Clemson. The FSU offense looks to be a bit overrated by its surface numbers. It’s a banged-up Seminole squad and one that has failed to come through in clutch offensive drives at times.

On the prices listed here, NC STATE (-165) is the STRONGEST PLAY.

Against the spread

The Wolfpack have dominated series games in Raleigh from an ATS standpoint. But with just the slightest Under lean and in a game that figures as a taut back-and-forth, the half-point here looms large.

PASS, but if NC State -3 becomes available, it’s a decent play.

Over/Under

The key number here is too much to fight. An Under 51 would have a lean. STEER CLEAR.

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Washington State at USC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington State at USC odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington State Cougars (4-1, 1-1 Pac-12) take on the USC Trojans (5-0, 3-0) at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Washington State vs. USC odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Washington State QB Cameron Ward finished with 343 yards passing, 3 TDs and 2 INTs in a 28-9 win vs. the California Golden Bears last Saturday. WR Renard Bell led the Cougars with 8 receptions for 115 yards and 1 TD as Washington State covered the 4-point spread as a favorite.

Washington State is 4-0 against the spread (ATS) in its last 4 games.

USC failed to cover the spread as a 24.5-point favorite vs. the Arizona State Sun Devils last Saturday. QB Caleb Williams threw for 348 yards, 3 TDs and 1 INT and rushed for another score as USC improved to 5-0 for the first time in a full season since 2006.

The Under is 5-1 in the last 6 head-to-head meetings.

USC is ranked No. 6 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Washington State at USC odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Washington State +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | USC -540 (bet $540 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Washington State +13.5 (-108) | USC -13.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 65.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Washington State at USC picks and predictions

Prediction

USC 41, Washington State 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The USC (-540) moneyline should hit, but it is way too expensive. There are better opportunities in other markets.

Against the spread

BET USC -13.5 (-112).

USC’s 22nd-ranked passing offense (296.6 yards per game) should create huge problems for Washington’s 116th-ranked passing defense (allowing 275.4 yards per game).

While USC has failed to cover the spread in its last 2 wins, the team doesn’t seem content with barely winning games. Expect USC to be extra focused and to pull off a blowout win vs. a slightly overrated Washington State team.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 65.5 (-107).

The number is too high in this game. The Under is 2-1 in USC’s last 2 games and its defense is good enough to limit Washington State’s offense and keep this game under the total.

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NL Wild Card Series Game 1: San Diego Padres at New York Mets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s San Diego Padres at New York Mets Game 1 odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The San Diego Padres and New York Mets play Game 1 of an NL Wild Card Series Friday at Citi Field. First pitch is slated for 8:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Padres vs. Mets odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Padres won 4-2

The Padres went 6-7 over the last couple of weeks of the season but held on to the 2nd NL Wild Card spot. They’re expected to be rolled over in this series against by a dominant Mets pitching staff, but the Friars could be a dangerous team. One reason: OF Juan Soto. He has a 1.001 OPS, .303 batting average, 16 home runs and 42 RBI in 68 games in his career against the Mets.

The Mets come into this one with a chip on their shoulder. They led the NL East for most of the season, but the Atlanta Braves swept them to take the crown in the final week. They actually played pretty well down the stretch, going 12-6 over their final 18 games. One question that will need to be answered is: How will RBI-champ 1B Pete Alonso fare in his first postseason action?

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Padres at Mets projected starters

RHP Yu Darvish vs. RHP Max Scherzer

Darvish (16-8, 3.10 ERA) posted a 0.95 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 9.1 K/9 through 194 2/3 IP across 30 regular-season starts.

  • 2 starts vs. Mets in 2022: 2-0, 0.64 ERA, 0.50 WHIP, 9.6 K/9
  • Postseason career: 2-5, 5.18 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9, 8.5 K/9 over 7 starts

Scherzer (11-5, 2.29 ERA) notched a 0.91 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 10.7 K/9 through 145 1/3 IP and 23 starts.

  • 1 start vs. Padres in 2022: 6 IP, 5 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 8 K
  • Postseason career: 7-6, 3.22 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9, 11.2 K/9 over 128 2/3 IP across 21 starts and 5 relief appearances

Padres at Mets odds

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  • Moneyline: Padres +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Mets -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Padres +1.5 (-190) | Mets -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

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Padres at Mets picks and predictions

Prediction

Mets 4, Padres 2

Moneyline

I like the Mets to ride Scherzer to victory here. I have concerns about their bats and middle relief, though. If San Diego is able to get Scherzer’s pitch count up to get him out within 18 outs, they could steal this one.

But, the Mets are at home with a foul taste in their mouths, and they have a proven stud on the mound. Darvish has had serious questions in his postseason past.

Take the METS (-155).

Run line/Against the spread

As mentioned, the Mets went 12-6 over the last 18, and 10 of those victories were by 2 runs or more. The Padres’ hitters are a little green when it comes to playoffs outside of Soto. That could be the edge the Mets need.

LEAN METS -1.5 (+145) for a decent return.

Over/Under

It’s a 63-degree night with a brisk 10-mph gust coming in from left-center field. The Under is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings between these teams in New York. This is a small number with a lot of unknown variables at play.

I’ll LEAN UNDER 6.5 (-125) for a HALF-UNIT.

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Tennessee at LSU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Tennessee at LSU odds and lines, with NCAA expert picks and predictions.

The Tennessee Volunteers (4-0, 1-0 SEC) and LSU Tigers (4-1, 2-0) renew acquaintances Saturday in Baton Rouge. Kickoff in the SEC crossover clash at Tiger Stadium is scheduled for noon ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Tennessee vs. LSU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Tennessee leads the nation in total offense with an average of 559.3 yards per game. The Volunteers had 576 total yards in their last game (Sept. 24 vs. Florida) and then had a bye in Week 5. The Vols rank 6th in the nation with an 86.4% touchdown conversion rate in the red zone.

LSU is coming off a 21-17 win at Auburn last Saturday, and the Tigers have won 4 straight games since losing 23-22 vs. Florida State Sept. 4. LSU won at Auburn despite logging just 270 total yards. The Tigers are 3rd in the SEC  with 293.8 yards allowed per contest.

Tennessee is No. 8 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Tennessee at LSU odds

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  • Moneyline: Tennessee -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | LSU +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Tennessee -2.5 (-115) | LSU +2.5 (-107)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Tennessee at LSU picks and predictions

Prediction

LSU 31, Tennessee 27

Moneyline

Peg Tennessee’s defense as being leakier than what some surface stats indicate, and it’s been the beneficiary of a 28.3% rate on opponent 3rd-down conversions. Some regression there with a defense struggling against the pass opens up the Volunteers to be vulnerable in preventing points.

UT had a Sept. 10 win over Pittsburgh where the Vols had 3 short-field scores. In the team’s win over Florida, the Gators torched Tennessee for several long drives.

Now we add in a key injury. Senior WR Cedric Tillman — who had 15 catches over Weeks 1 and 2 — is not expected back until late October, and he is one of QB Hendon Hooker‘s favorite targets. Tillman hauled in 12 TD catches in a 1,000-yard season in 2021.

With a youthful LSU team being a few hundred snaps older than they were at the season’s open, the Tigers figure to be ready to be competitive in this one.

Tennessee’s red-zone offense against Louisiana State’s red-zone defense figures as a key strength-on-strength match-up.

TAKE LSU (+120).

Against the spread

LINE WATCH: pass on the LSU -2.5 action, but back the Tigers if the line moves to a full 3 points.

Over/Under

No value in either direction: PASS.

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