New Mexico vs. Utah State: Keys For A Lobos Win, How To Watch, Predictions

New Mexico vs. Utah State: Keys For A Lobos Win, How To Watch, Predictions Lobos looking for five win year Follow @MWCwire Danny Gonzales could use a win Game: Utah State Aggies vs. New Mexico Lobos Date: Friday, November 24, 2023 3:30 ET/ 1:30 MST …

New Mexico vs. Utah State: Keys For A Lobos Win, How To Watch, Predictions


Lobos looking for five win year


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Danny Gonzales could use a win

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Game: Utah State Aggies vs. New Mexico Lobos

Date: Friday, November 24, 2023 3:30 ET/ 1:30 MST

Location: University Stadium in Albuquerque, NM

TV: CBS Sports Network 

Stream: FuboTV with a free trial

Odds/Point Spread: Lobos (+9)

Total/Over-Under: 62

Series: Aggies hold all-time over the Lobos 16-13

University Stadium is where the New Mexico Lobos (4-7) will meet the Utah State Aggies (5-6) at 1:30 MST on Friday, November 24, 2023. Utah State is a 9-point favorite from oddsmakers. The over/under comes in at 62.

On Friday, Danny Gonzales and New Mexico Lobos are set to host Blake Anderson’s Utah State Aggies in a memorable showdown at University Stadium.

The Aggies lost 45-10 to the Boise State Broncos in their last game. The Lobos are coming off a 25-17 win over the Fresno State Bulldogs, who were 23-point underdogs. 

This marked Danny Gonzales’s most significant triumph as the head coach for the Lobos, revealing to Lobo fans the team’s dynamic balance on defense and offense.

It showcased the capabilities of the assertive 3-3-5 defense under the guidance of defensive coordinator Troy Reffett, alongside a powerful offensive display led by Vincent Bryant as the play-caller, especially when players rose to meet the demands of the scheme.

The Aggies currently stand at 5-6 overall and 3-4 in the Mountain West, needing a win to reach .500 and become bowl-eligible. Conversely, the Lobos enter the game with momentum from their recent upset over Fresno State.

The historic series between the teams sees the Aggies holding a 16-13 advantage, having won the last six meetings. In their most recent face-off on November 5, 2022, Utah State claimed a 27-10 home victory.

Kickoff is at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, November 24. It’s not just any game—a chance to honor four seniors, Teedo Stafford, Jeremiah Hixon, Dylan Hopkins, and Donte Martin, as they play the final home games of their impressive careers.

Fresh off a historic 25-17 victory at Fresno State, marking their first win since 1994, the Lobos were dominant on both sides of the ball. 

The Lobos came out and struggled through adversity, getting behind 14-3, only to put up over 500 yards total offense, 200 yards by running back Jacory Merritt. 

Defensive Coordinator Troy Reffett’s 3-3-5 defense held the Bulldogs to only 40 yards rushing, and the secondary played lights out to show the Lobo faithful the potential of this program. 

Last week’s triumph dashed Fresno State’s Mountain West title dreams, and now, the Lobos aim to spoil Utah State’s bowl aspirations. The Aggies must secure a win to qualify, setting the stage for a thrilling match.

“I really think it’s a program-defining moment,” New Mexico’s head coach said of Saturday’s 25-17 upset win over Fresno State, “since I’ve been the head coach here. 

“We got to build on it and have success against Utah State for it to be that moment.”

Anderson and Gonzales come from the Rocky Long coaching tree in New Mexico football history from 1999. 

Gonzales worked for Blake Anderson as a graduate assistant and served as UNM’s running back coach and wide receivers coach from 1999 to 2001. 

“Blake used me like a rag doll,” he added. “And I (took) pride in it because I wanted those guys to have everything they needed to be successful position coaches. So, whatever he asked me to do, I would do it. And I learned a lot of football, I learned a lot (about) being a coach, I learned a lot of organization from Blake.

This writer, having served as the volunteer team chaplain for Rocky Long teams, I am well-acquainted with the close bond between these two coaches of faith, both in their character and their dedication to football and family.

I’ve never witnessed two individuals who dedicate themselves so wholeheartedly to the programs they coach, going above and beyond for their schools, players, and the families they support. They truly embody the word commitment.

A win for the Lobos would bring their season total to five victories, tying them with Utah State. This achievement would mark their highest win count since 2016, when they clinched a 9-4 record and triumphed in the Gildan New Mexico Bowl.

Furthermore, a victory would conclude UNM’s season at 3-5 in the conference, matching their most league wins since the remarkable 2016 season when they secured a share of the Mountain Division championship with a 6-2 record.

Even media tweets from Moutain West Wire admit the improvement this year:

A 4-7 record may not seem like much, but you could claim New Mexico is headed in the right direction. For one, recall they were projected to finish last in the Mountain West this year, but it’s also already the team’s best year since their 9-4 campaign in 2016.”

As we anticipate this showdown in the Land of Enchantment, both teams bring formidable strengths and challenges. 

Utah State, ranked 37th in the nation in passing offense, showcases a dynamic offensive arsenal led by quarterbacks Cooper Legas, McCae Hillstead, and Levi Williams. Running back Davon Booth and receivers Terrell Vaughn and Jalen Royals add further firepower.

The Utah State offense has amassed 2,710 passing yards in 10 games this season, averaging 271.0 yards per game (YPG), ranking as the 29th-best among FBS offenses. 

Consequently, the strength of the Aggies’ passing game poses a significant challenge for the youthful Lobo secondary. 

The outcome hinges on whether the secondary replicates their performance from last week against Fresno State or exhibits the vulnerabilities that have led to giving up substantial plays throughout the year.

The Aggies have faced struggles on the defensive front, standing 116th in scoring defense, allowing an average of 33.2 points per contest. However, their potent offense, averaging 33.2 points per game, keeps them in the mix.

Boise State vs. Utah State: Keys For A Broncos Win

Boise State vs. Utah State: Keys For A Broncos Win First game without Avalos Follow @MWCwire Jeanty is back for Boise WEEK 12: Boise State Broncos (5-5, 4-2 MW) vs. Utah State Aggies (5-5, 3-3 MW) WHEN: Saturday, November 18th – 5:00 PM MT/4:00 PM …

Boise State vs. Utah State: Keys For A Broncos Win


First game without Avalos


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WEEK 12: Boise State Broncos (5-5, 4-2 MW) vs. Utah State Aggies (5-5, 3-3 MW)

WHEN: Saturday, November 18th – 5:00 PM MT/4:00 PM PT

WHERE: Maverik Stadium, Logan, UT

WEATHER: Upper 40’s, Chance of Showers

TV: CBS Sports Network

STREAM: FuboTV — Get a free trial

RADIO: The Boise State broadcast can be found on KBOI 670 AM / KTIK 93.1 FM in the Boise area. The broadcast will also be on SiriusXM Channel 381. The Utah State broadcast can be found on 1280 The Zone (KZNS) in Salt Lake City. 

SERIES RECORD: Boise State leads the all-time series 19-3, including a 42-23 victory last year in Boise. Utah State’s last win was in Logan in 2015, 52-26.

LAST GAME: Boise State beat New Mexico 42-14, while Utah State beat Nevada 41-24

ODDS: Boise State -3

SP+ PROJECTION: Boise State by 7.7

FEI PROJECTION: Boise State by 4.4

PARKER FLEMING PROJECTION: Boise State with a 52.33 win probability (30.12-29.35)

Boise State comes into this week’s game in a rare situation after Andy Avalos was fired last Sunday.  This was the first time a Boise State Football head coach was fired since joining the FBS level in 1996.  With the reigns of the Broncos being given to Defensive Coordinator Spencer Danielson for the remainder of the season, there is still an outside shot for the Broncos to make the Mountain West title game, but they need some help. At the very least, both Boise State and Utah State are looking to get bowl-eligible with their 6th win of the season, with Boise State’s road much tougher, having their final game against Air Force and Utah State ending against New Mexico.

Keys to Victory

Control the Air:

USU QBs Cooper Legas and McCae Hillstead have split action over the season, and each has shown to do well through the air, combining for 2,639 yards and 28 TDs to 15 INTs. Aggie will be going with Legas this weekend.

This, of course, is problematic as the Broncos are currently ranked 126th against the pass this season. With Danielson in complete control of the defense now, we will see if that changes how effective the Broncos play against the pass and if they can generate more pressure to keep the Aggies from getting comfortable in the pocket.

On the flip side, Boise State is relying entirely on QB Taylen Green as Maddux Madsen will be out for the “foreseeable future.” Green is more known for his mobility but has plenty of arm strength to hit deep throws if the Aggie defense begins to creep up to stop the run.  This year has also seen a significant uptick in check-down passes to running backs out of the backfield, which has been devastating for opposing defenses as Ashton Jeanty and George Holani are two of the biggest weapons on the offense.  It is still unclear if Jeanty will be active on Saturday, but George Holani looks like himself, averaging 9.8 yards per catch.

Keep the Ball to Yourself:

Last week was only the third time this season that the Broncos have been on the plus side of turnovers, and the second time they have not turned the ball over in a game. The Broncos were able to establish a rhythm offensively and stay on the field to rack up almost 500 yards of total offense against the Lobos. Granted, Utah State is a better team than New Mexico, but they still have struggled on defense. Their run defense currently ranks 100th in that nation, and the defense as a whole is 96th overall.  They have also struggled with turnovers on offense, giving the ball away 19 times on the season.

Block Out The Noise:

This generally means stadium noise when you are playing on the road, but in this instance, it has more to do with the turmoil surrounding the team over the last two weeks.  With Eric McAlister leaving the team and the firing of the head coach, there have been a lot of distractions off the field and in the locker room.  Game time will be what the Broncos need to refocus and get back to the main goal, going 1-0 this week.  

Prediction:

This game is the most difficult to get a feel for this year. It could be 52-13 for either side or 34-32 for either side. We could see the Broncos come out fired up and dominate the Aggies, or we could see them distracted and collapse.  With the attitude presented by the program this week, my guess would be fired up, but I don’t think they will be able to just walk over Utah State.  They will cover the spread to win and become bowl-eligible.

Boise State 35, Utah State 30

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Nevada vs. Colorado State: Keys to a Rams Win, How to Watch, Odds, Prediction

The CSU Rams celebrate Senior Day against the Wolf Pack in Part 2 of the Norvell Bowl. Here’s how the Rams can come out with the win.

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Nevada vs. Colorado State: Keys to a Rams Win, How to Watch, Odds, Prediction


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Can the Rams finish their home stand strong?

WEEK 12: Nevada Wolf Pack (2-8, 2-4 MW) vs Colorado State Rams (4-6, 2-4 MW)

WHEN: Saturday, November 18th — 1 p.m. MST / 12 p.m. PST

WHERE: Canvas Stadium; Fort Collins, CO (36,500)

WEATHER: Cloudy, 59 degrees at kickoff

TV: MW Network

RADIO: K99-FM 99.1 / ESPN 1600 AM

SERIES RECORD: This will be the 19th all time matchup between these two schools. Colorado State leads the series 13-5. The Rams won 17-14 in Reno last season.

WEBSITES: NevadaWolfPack.com, the official Nevada athletics website | CSURams.com, the official Colorado State athletics website

GAME NOTES (PDF): NevadaColorado State

ODDS: Colorado State -12.5

OVER/UNDER: 46.5

SP+ PROJECTION: Colorado State by 10.5

FEI PROJECTION: Colorado State by 9.3

PARKER FLEMING PROJECTION: Colorado State has a 58.29% win probability (26.89-24.12)

Now to the keys to victory for the Rams.

Keys to a colorado state victory

1. Keep the run game going

Every CSU fan now knows the name Justin Marshall. The freshman RB from Merrillville, Indiana had a breakout game with 18 carries for 119 yards and a touchdown. The Rams had 183 yards and two touchdowns on the ground as a team. This is the complement to the air raid passing game head coach Jay Norvell has been looking for all year. If the Rams want to get to a bowl game, they will have to keep this momentum going.

2. No silly mistakes

The Rams are the second-most penalized team in the Mountain West, behind only New Mexico, with 8.2 penalties for 74.1 yards per game. And the majority of those penalties are the bad ones. Too many unsportsmanlike calls setting back the defense. Penalties setting back the offense when getting into red zone territory. This is becoming a worrying trend for the Rams, but something that can be fixed.

3. Stay home on defense

Another run happy team for the defense. Another week of staying home on the edge. Both quarterbacks, AJ Bianco and Brendon Lewis, are dual threats, so the Rams have to keep contain. Nevada’s offense isn’t that good overall, but they have the talent to burn a defense. The Rams will need to stay on assignment to contain this defense.

Prediction

The Rams are still taking this one game at a time. It’s time to celebrate the seniors, but CSU will also take care of business on the field against the Wolf Pack. This is a better CSU squad than last season. And the Rams will show it on the field by not letting this one be close.

Final Score: Colorado State 34, Nevada 17

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Air Force vs. UNLV: How the Falcons can beat UNLV

Air Force vs. UNLV: How the Falcons can beat UNLV The Rebels are Coming to the Springs Full of Confidence Contact/Follow @Sean or @MWCWire Can the Falcons regain form against UNLV with a spot in the Conference Championship on the line? WEEK 12: Air …

Air Force vs. UNLV: How the Falcons can beat UNLV


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Can the Falcons regain form against UNLV with a spot in the Conference Championship on the line?

WEEK 12: Air Force Falcons 8-2 (5-1) vs. University of Nevada Las Vegas Rebels 8-2 (5-1)

WHEN: Saturday, November 18th — 1:30 P.M. MT/ 12:30 P.M. PT

WHERE: Falcon Stadium (Colorado Springs, CO)

WEATHER: Sunshine and some clouds. High 62F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.

TV: CBS Sports Network
Carter Blackburn (play-by-play), Randy Cross (analyst)

RADIO: KVOR AM 740 in Colorado Springs, 104.3 the Fan in Denver, SIRIUS XM 380, SXM 970
Jim Arthur (play-by-play), Jesse Kurtz (analyst)

SERIES RECORD: Air Force leads the series record 17-6

WEBSITES: UNLVRebels.com, the official UNLV athletics website | GoAirForceFalcons.com, the official Air Force athletics website

GAME NOTES (PDF): UNLV | Air Force

SP+ PROJECTION: Air Force by 7.2

FEI PROJECTION: Air Force by 4.1

PARKER FLEMING PROJECTIONS: Air Force has a 79.31% win probability (31.96- 21.13)

It’s hard to believe we have arrived at Senior night already, as many Falcon players will take the field in front of their home crowd for the last time in their careers on Saturday. And what a special senior class this is, winning 31 games against just 11 losses in their tenure to date. The stakes for this team could not be any higher in their final game at Falcon Stadium in 2023.

Despite two absolute clunkers in as many weeks against Hawai’i and Army, the Falcons are still in the driver’s seat for a place in the Mountain West Conference Championship game in December thanks to their historic 8-0 start to the season. Though much has changed since those first eight games.

The Air Force list of injuries (should they “officially” share it) would be very lengthy. In fact, half of its’ starting roster would have been impacted by injury at this point, really testing their depth and mettle. Noone is going to feel sorry for the Falcons though, especially not the UNLV Rebels who are trying to put together a historic season of their own.

These are not your Rebels of old. Barry Odom has done a fantastic job turning what’s been a basement dweller into a Bonafide Conference Contender in his first season. Troy Calhoun on the other hand is trying to rally his team, injury ravaged as it is, and capture their first Conference Championship.

A third loss in a row would significantly complicate those aspirations for the Falcons. If they want to keep those hopes alive, they need to play much better in every aspect of the game against one of, if not the top team in the Conference.

HERE’S HOW AIR FORCE CAN BEAT UNLV

While it’s Air Force that usually imposes their will with a dominant ground attack, it’s the Rebels who are featuring a deep rushing attack of their own with Vincent Davis, Ja’Den Thomas, and Donavyn Lester all amassing more than 400 yards on the ground this year. The quarterback is also very much a threat on the ground, they need to account for Jayden Maiava too. As a team, they are averaging just under 200 yards per game on the ground.

The Falcons are going to need to keep that ground game in check if they want to win this game. If they aren’t able to mitigate damage on the ground, it could open up a host of problems as arguably the most dangerous player in the Conference, Ricky White looms on the outside.

Despite injuries to the defensive line and linebacker (spur), they still have the personnel to do it; especially between that core of Alec Mock, Jonathan Youngblood and Peyton Zdroik. These guys are going to be key in trying to keep UNLV unbalanced on offense.

Speaking of the run game, Air Force finds themselves in unfamiliar territory, no longer being the nation’s leading rush offense, as that belongs to Liberty. It’s no coincidence as the offense has been stuck in neutral for the past two weeks. Much of their drop off in production has to be attributed to their recent loose handling of the football.

Ten turnovers in their last two outings made for irrecoverable damage to their gameplan. They have put the ball on the ground 17 times this season, recovering seven of them. Their first interception of the year didn’t come until the week 10 game against Army. Between Zac Larrier, Jensen Jones and Ben Brittain, they’ve thrown four since then. That rate of turnover is not Falcon football, and it is certainly not winning football.

So, while injuries certainly have created some adversity, they’ve not been responsible for 10 turnovers in two games. Everyone is dealing with some level of attrition at this part of the season. Due to the rigors placed on these Cadet-Athletes, I would say Air Force is to anticipate such challenges more than most at this juncture. Whoever’s called upon to contribute Saturday, has to protect the football. It has got to be a point of emphasis if they want to beat a really good opponent.

The final area that really needs to find its way again is the kicking game. Specifically, Matthew Dapore and the field goal unit. Dapore has showed the potential of an All-Conference kicker but over the past few weeks has struggled with consistency. In a game where points are going to be critical and the margin for error minimal, they need that steady leg variety of Dapore back.

There are a lot of questions at key positions this week, especially on offense. One thing we know, next man up is not just a fashionable statement in Colorado Springs. This team has proven they can win with it at the core of their DNA.

Injuries or not, that 8-0 team is in the Air Force locker room. The past two weeks have been ugly, but those two performances constitute not the 2023 Air Force Falcons. This is still a very dangerous team that is more than capable of winning a Conference Championship if and when they get back to their game. Their game is meticulous to the details, stifling defense, and a relentless rushing attack that keeps the ball from you, not the other way around. That team has Air Force on the brink of a Conference Championship, despite what happened the previous two weeks.

After losing despite being 20+ point favorites, this week’s line looks right. UNLV is not going to like playing at altitude.

Air Force 24 –  UNLV 21

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Coaches Poll Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Week 12

Coaches Top 25 Poll – where do all the top teams stand in the latest Coaches college basketball rankings after Week 12?

Where do all the top teams rank in the Week 12 Coaches Top 25 college basketball poll? Which teams just missed out, but received votes?


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Coaches Poll College Basketball Rankings Week 12

Others Receiving Votes:  Indiana 47, New Mexico 46, Rutgers 39, Illinois 37, San Diego State 33, Michigan State 21, Kentucky 19, Wisconsin 17, NC State 13, Kent State 13, North Carolina 9, Texas A&M 8, Missouri 8, Creighton 5, Seattle 4, Wake Forest 2, Oral Roberts 2, UC Santa Barbara 1.

Number in parentheses is where each team finished in last week’s rankings.    

25. Duke Blue Devils 14-5 71 (NR)

24. Florida Atlantic Owls 19-1 104 (NR)

23. Clemson Tigers 16-4 129 (19)

22. Saint Mary’s Gaels 18-4 139 (24)

21. Providence Friars 15-5 155 (20)

Coaches Final Football Rankings

20. UConn Huskies 16-5 191 (14)

19. Miami Hurricanes 15-4 201 (16)

18. Charleston Cougars 21-1 203 (21)

17. Baylor Bears 14-5 256 (22)

16. Auburn Tigers 16-3 290 (17)

AP All-Time College Football Rankings

15. Marquette Golden Eagles 16-5 306 (18)

14. Gonzaga Bulldogs 17-4 366 (6)

13. Iowa State Cyclones 14-4 405 (12)

12. Xavier Musketeers 16-4 441 (8)

11. TCU Horned Frogs 15-4 446 (13)

AP College Basketball Top 25

10. Texas Longhorns 16-3 493 (7)

9. Kansas Jayhawks 16-3 568 (2)

8. Arizona Wildcats 17-3 574 (11)

7. UCLA Bruins 17-3 584 (5)

6. Virginia Cavaliers 15-3 623 (10)

CFN Final Football Rankings 1-131

5. Kansas State Wildcats 17-2 636 (15)

4. Tennessee Volunteers 16-3 648  (9)

3. Houston Cougars 18-2 684 (1)

2. Alabama Crimson Tide 17-2 771 8 1st (4)

1. Purdue Boilermakers 19-1 792 24 1st (3)

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All-Time Coaches Poll Rankings | AP All-Time Rankings

AP Poll Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Week 12

Coaches Top 25 Poll – where do all the top teams stand in the latest Coaches college basketball rankings after Week 12?

Where do all the top teams rank in the Week 12 AP Top 25 college basketball poll? Which teams just missed out, but received votes?


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AP Poll College Basketball Rankings Week 12

Others Receiving Votes:  Duke 102, Indiana 61, San Diego State 57, Rutgers 31, Kent State 24, North Carolina 12, Michigan State 10, Creighton 9, Illinois 9, Arkansas 9, Missouri 8, Wisconsin 6, North Carolina State 4, Kentucky 3, VCU 2, Boise State 2, Memphis 1, Wake Forest 1, Oral Roberts 1

Number in parentheses is where each team finished in last week’s rankings.    

25. New Mexico Lobos 18-2 156 (NR)

24. Clemson Tigers 16-4 169 (19)

23. Providence Friars 15-5 194 (22)

22. Saint Mary’s Gaels 18-4 254 (NR)

21. Florida Atlantic Owls 19-1 271 (24)

Coaches Poll College Basketball Top 25

20. Miami Hurricanes 15-4 328 (17)

19. UConn Huskies 16-5 372 (15)

18. Charleston Cougars 21-1 445 (18)

17. Baylor Bears 14-5 497 (21)

16. Marquette Golden Eagles 16-5 600 (20)

AP All-Time College Football Rankings

15. Auburn Tigers 16-3 699 (16)

14. Gonzaga Bulldogs 17-4 784 (6)

13. Xavier Musketeers 16-4 807 (8)

12. Iowa State Cyclones 14-4 817 (12)

11. TCU Horned Frogs 15-4 980 875 (14)

Coaches Final Football Rankings

10. Texas Longhorns 16-3 1117 (7)

9. Kansas Jayhawks 16-3 1117 (2)

8. UCLA Bruins 17-3 1155 (5)

7. Virginia Cavaliers 15-3 1160 (10)

6. Arizona Wildcats 17-3 1195 (11)

CFN Final Football Rankings 1-131

5. Kansas State Wildcats 17-2 1254 (13)

4. Tennessee Volunteers 16-3 1298 (9)

3. Houston Cougars 18-2 1333 (1)

2. Alabama Crimson Tide 17-2 1511 23 1st (4)

1. Purdue Boilermakers 19-1 1527 39 1st (3)

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AP Poll Top 25 Projection College Basketball Rankings Prediction Week 12

What will the latest AP Top 25 college basketball poll be on January 23rd? We make our best guess prediction before the real poll comes out on Monday morning

What will the latest 2022-2023 AP Poll potentially be? It’s our predicted best guess on the early college basketball rankings after Week 12


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Note that this is NOT the actual 2022-2023 college basketball AP Poll – it’s our prediction and projection of what it might be before it’s released.

Number in parentheses is where each team finished in last week’s rankings.    

25. Providence Friars 15-5 (22)

24. Miami Hurricanes 15-4 (17)

23. New Mexico Lobos 18-2 (NR)

22. Saint Mary’s Gaels 18-4 (NR)

21. Clemson Tigers 16-4 (19)

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20. Florida Atlantic Owls 19-1 (24)

19. UConn Huskies 16-5 (15)

18. Baylor Bears 14-5 (21)

17. Texas Longhorns 16-3 (7)

16. Iowa State Cyclones 14-4 (12)

AP All-Time College Football Rankings

15. Marquette Golden Eagles 16-5 (20)

14. Charleston Cougars 21-1 (18)

13. Kansas Jayhawks 16-3 (2)

12. TCU Horned Frogs 15-4 (14)

11. Xavier Musketeers 16-4 (8)

Coaches Final Football Rankings

10. Gonzaga Bulldogs 17-4 (6)

9. Auburn Tigers 16-3 (16)  

8. UCLA Bruins 17-3 (5)

7. Kansas State Wildcats 17-2 (13)

6. Virginia Cavaliers 15-3 (10)

CFN Final Football Rankings 1-131

5. Tennessee Volunteers 16-3 (9)

4. Arizona Wildcats 17-3 (11)

3. Houston Cougars 18-2 (1)

2. Alabama Crimson Tide 17-2 (4)

1. Purdue Boilermakers 19-1 (3)

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NFL Expert Picks Predictions Lines Week 12

NFL Expert Picks and Predictions for Week 12 including Giants at Cowboys, Rams at Chiefs and Packers at Eagless

NFL expert picks, predictions, lines for Week 12 highlighted by Giants at Cowboys, Rams at Chiefs and Packers at Eagles


NFL Expert Picks Predictions Week 12

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* next to the pick means the team will win, but not cover.
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Week 12 NFL Expert Picks 
Bills at Lions | Giants at Cowboys
Patriots at Vikings | Buccaneers at Browns
Bengals at Titans | Texans at Dolphins
Bears at Jets | Falcons at Commanders
Broncos at Panthers | Ravens at Jaguars
Chargers at Cardinals | Raiders at Seahawks
Rams at Chiefs | Packers at Eagles
Steelers at Colts | Expert Picks Results
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Bills at Lions

Line: Bills -9.5, o/u: 53.5

Evan Bredeson, CornhuskersWire.com: Bills
Jeff Feyerer, CFN: Bills*
Pete Fiutak, CFN: Bills
Cami Griffin, LonghornsWire.com: Bills
Phil Harrison, BuckeyesWire.com: Bills
Jeremy Mauss, MWwire.com Bills*
Big Game Ben Niewoehner, CFN Bills*
E, CFN Bills
Tyler Nettuno, LSUTigerswire.com Bills*
Zack Pearson, TarHeelswire.com Bills
Nick Shepkowski, FightingIrishWire.com: Bills
Scott Steehn, WinnersandWhiners.com: Bills*
Clucko the Chicken (a coin flip), CFN: Lions
CONSENSUS PICK: Bills

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College Football Playoff Rankings Top 25 November 22

College Football Playoff top 25 rankings. How do the teams rank in after the fourth round? 

How do the top teams rank in the top 25 after the fourth round of the 2022 College Football Playoff rankings? 


College Football Playoff Rankings Top 25 November 22

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25. Louisville Cardinals 7-4 (NR)

24. Cincinnati Bearcats 9-2 (25)

23. Texas Longhorns 7-4 (NR)

22. UCF Knights 8-3 (20)

21. Oregon State Beavers 7-3 (23)

Bowl Eligibility: Where does every team stand?

20. Ole Miss Rebels 8-3 (14)

19. Tulane Green Wave 9-2 (21)

18. UCLA Bruins 8-3 (16)

17. North Carolina Tar Heels 9-2 (13)

16. Florida State Seminoles 8-3 (19)

15. Notre Dame Fighting Irish 8-3 (18)

14. Utah Utes 8-3 (10)

13. Washington Huskies 9-2 (NR)

12. Kansas State Wildcats 8-3 (15)

11. Penn State Nittany Lions 9-2 (11)

CFN Rankings 1-131: Week 12

10. Tennessee Volunteers 9-2 (5)

9. Oregon Ducks 9-2 (12)

8. Clemson Tigers 10-1 (9)

7. Alabama Crimson Tide 9-2 (8)

6. USC Trojans 10-1 (7)

5. LSU Tigers 9-2 (6)

How do the 7 teams still alive for the CFP rank?

4. TCU Horned Frogs 11-0 (4)

3. Michigan Wolverines 11-0 (3)

2. Ohio State Buckeyes 11-0 (2)

1. Georgia Bulldogs 11-0 (1)

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions Prediction, Game Preview

Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions game preview, prediction, and breakdown for the Week 12 game on Thursday, November 24

Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions prediction, game preview, how to watch. Week 12, Thursday, November 24


Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions Game Preview

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions How To Watch

Date: Thursday, November 24
Game Time: 12:30 ET
Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
How To Watch: CBS
Record: Buffalo Bills (7-3), Detroit Lions (4-6)
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Why Buffalo Bills Will Win

The Bills have made themselves at home.

Moved to Detroit last week after Buffalo got dumped with a gajillion feet of snow, the team got through the change of surroundings – and an illness that hit hard during the week – to get by the Browns to get back on track after a two game losing streak.

What went right? The offense finally stopped turning it over. More specifically, Josh Allen quit throwing that one really bad pass at the really wrong time.

That, and the running game rolled. Now it gets to go against the abysmal Detroit run D that was gouged by Justin Fields and Chicago a few weeks ago, didn’t handle the Giant passing attack last week, and got run over for three touchdowns against Green Bay, and …

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Why Detroit Lions Will Win

Won. Detroit’s defense was bad, but the team still managed to win three in a row thanks to all the takeaways.

There were three against the Packers, three more against the Giants, and one really, really big one against the Bears on an inexplicably bad throw by Fields.

+7 in turnover margin over the last four games, that has to continue, the defense has to overcome all the yards it’ll give up by forcing Allen and company to screw up a few times, and on the other side …

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What’s Going To Happen

Can Detroit start throwing again?

The running game should work a little bit on the Buffalo defense, but the passing attack has to be there to keep up the pace.

The Bills will shine in the Thanksgiving Day spotlight, Allen will be terrific – even with his banged up elbow – and the defense will overcome a rough start by clamping down on the struggling Lion passing game.

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions Prediction, Line

Buffalo 34, Detroit 23
Line: Buffalo -9.5, o/u: 54.5
ATS Confidence out of 5: 2
Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions Must See Rating: 3.5

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