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College Football Notes: Upset Weekend!
by Jim Feist My friend and colleague Dave Cokin said it best the other day, “We’ve never really had a true national champion in division 1 college football” The reason is obvious to anyone paying attention. Without a playoff system like all other sports, we will never know for sure who is the best team…
South Florida/Syracuse Preview!
A preview of the Friday night Big East TV battle as South Florida takes on Syracuse. (115) SOUTH FLORIDA (-3.5, ov52.0) (116) SYRACUSE (+3.5, un52.0) Friday, Nov 11 2011, 05:00 PM PST South Florida is a surprising 0-4 in the Big East. South Florida (4-4 SU/3-4 ATS) has lost 4 in a row under Coach Skip Holtz. Mobile…
Big Saturday Showdowns!
It’s a big Saturday of college football action, and here’s a peak at some of the marquee games Saturday night from a Las Vegas wagering perspective! (379) TENNESSEE (+29.5, ov46.5) (380) ALABAMA (-29.5, un46.5) Saturday, Oct 22 2011, 04:15 PM PST The Tennessee Vols (3-3 SU, 2-3 ATS) play hard for Coach Derek Dooley, but injuries are killing…
Overrated Top 25 Teams
by Scott Spreitzer Each week throughout the college football season, Scott will dissect the new top-25 rankings on Monday evenings and post what he feels is the week’s most overrated top-25 team, along with the most underrated team, and an unranked team that he feels should be in the top-25. MOST OVERRATED TOP-25 TEAM: Texas…
Perception: On and Off the Field
by Big Al McMordie Patience. It’s important not to panic when wagering on sports for a variety of reasons. Patience and a calm, analytical demeanor help you identify winning teams and situations, which improve your chances of getting the money at the betting window. Patience also helps you see teams and seasons clearly, because things…
College Football Over and Underrated Teams
by Scott Spreitzer Each week throughout the college football season, Scott will dissect the new top-25 rankings on Monday evenings and post what he feels is the week’s most overrated top-25 team, along with the most underrated team, and an unranked team that he feels should be in the top-25. MOST OVERRATED TOP-25 TEAM: Nebraska…
Dogs Bark in September
by Big Al McMordie We all like dogs, especially puppies. But let’s face it: the best puppies of all are the ones catching points and straight up wins, as football dogs can provide excellent value for your betting dollar. Dogs are unique in that you’re not asking them to win the game, just hang in…
College Football: Emotion and Let Down Spots
by Big Al McMordie College football is littered with weeks where teams are soaring high off big wins, only to fall flat on their face the next week. This is the classic example of emotion taking too much out of a club that they are out of gas the following game. Virginia Tech experienced this…
Jim Feist’s 2011 College Football Top 1-20
by Jim Feist The countdown continues! Last week we looked at my Top 21-40, this week is my Top 20. The college football season kicks off September 1st and here’s a look at college football’s best! 20. Southern Miss: The Golden Eagles (8-5 SU/6-6 ATS in 2010) have an uptempo attack under Coach Larry Fedora,…
2011 College Football’s Top 21-40
by Jim Feist It’s time to kick off a new football season. College football begins Thursday, September 1st and here’s a look at the top teams, starting with my top 21-40. 40. Oregon State: The Beavers failed to make a bowl because of injuries and the offense went south. For 2011 they return senior QB…
