5% Big Ten Total of the Year MEGA MAX BET

The Angle: Ohio State has clamped down defensively all season holding opponents to an astounding 7.6 points and under 207 yards per game, but I think Michigan has the tools to keep up the scoring. Coming off a 45-20 win at Maryland, I trust this Michigan offense and while freshman QB Bryce Underwood could be more efficient, he's coming off one of his best outings of the season and the Wolverines can do plenty of damage with their running game. 

Play on: OVER (5%). 

Ohio/Buffalo TGIF CFB BOOKIE BREAKER

The Angle: Both Ohio and Buffalo have shown strong defensive performances in recent weeks, with Buffalo’s defense only faltering in a 39-point concession against Central Michigan just before their bye. Ohio is coming off a bye as well, which benefits both their offense and defense by allowing extra preparation time. Expect a matchup where well-rested defenses play with intensity, likely keeping the game competitive and limiting scoring on both sides. 

Play on: UNDER (3%). 

Early Rutgers/Ohio State CFB TOP PLAY

The Angle: The Ohio State Buckeyes have scored 34 points or more in each of their last six games and eight of 10 games on the season. This is expected to be a walk in the park for the Buckeyes, which I think can lead to the defense potentially taking the day off. 

Play on: OVER (4%). 

5% CFB Total of the Month SUPER MAX BET

The Angle: The Oklahoma State Cowboys have struggled to put up points all season, ranking 130th in scoring offense (15.2 points per game), the main culprit behind their 1-8 record. T

hey're still 5-4 to the over as their defense has been lacking, but the Cowboys' defense should match up well against this Kansas State team. Wildcats QB Avery Johnson threw two interceptions in a 43-20 loss to Texas Tech leading up to their bye, and I think the Okie State defense will show up at home. 

Play on: UNDER (5%). 

5% CFB MACTION Total of the Week MAX BET

The Trend(s): Kent State has been held to 14 points or fewer in six of 10 games, and Akron has conceded a total of just 26 points across its last two games.

If you're looking for high-scoring MACTION, you might want to look away as this could be a snoozer, but that shouldn't stop you from capitalizing with a bet on the under. 

Play on: UNDER (5%). 

5% CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Angle: Alabama had four consecutive games stay under the total before a 29-22 win on Oct 25 in a game with a 47½ total. This week they face LSU, which gave up 49 points in a loss to Texas A&M two weeks ago. Both teams are coming off their bye week, so expect solid offensive game plans with the potential for a shootout. 

Play on: OVER (5%). 

5% SEC Total of the Year MEGA MAX BET

The Angle: Vanderbilt managed just 13 points on 265 yards of offense last week but still pulled out a gritty win, thanks to their defense holding Mizzou to 10 points on 370 yards. With Texas QB Arch Manning banged up with a concussion, expect Vanderbilt’s defense to shine again. Texas has been stingy defensively as well, holding six of eight opponents to 14 points or fewer, setting up a potential defensive slugfest.

Play on: UNDER (5%). 

James Madison/Texas State Tuesday CFB TOP PLAY

The Angle: James Madison has beeb playing lockdown defense and are allowing only 15.6 points per game on the season (14th). Texas State is coming off two overs, but as favorites. Last time they were underdogs, they were held to 15 points at Arizona State. 

Play on: UNDER (4%)

Houston/Arizona State CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Trend(s): Each of Arizona State's last three games as favorites stayed under the total and Houston wide receiver Jordyn Tyson's (last week's Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week) status is out after leaving last week's game limping because of a leg injury.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

KENN/FIU Tuesday CFB TOP PLAY

The Trend(s): Kennesaw State Owls have gone 5-1 to the under, and Florida International Panthers are 4-2 to the under this season.

Why does that set up a good play on the over? The total here is unusually low compared to recent lines, especially for FIU, which hasn’t seen a total under 52½ all season. FIU has struggled scoring against tougher opponents, but the line suggests a close game. Kennesaw State has found its scoring stride after a slow start and should keep putting points on the board.

4% OVER-

5% USC/Notre Dame CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Angle: Both teams have been crushing it offensively, USC in particular who ranks 2nd nationally with 552 yards per game and 1st with 8.3 yards/play!

The Fighting Irish have allowed seven points in each of their last two games, but as 20+-point favorites and I think they'll find it more difficult to slow down a balanced USC offense that put up 31 points in a win over then No. 15 Michigan  last week. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER.

SMU/Clemson CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

The Angle: SMU scored 31 and 34 points in its last two games, while Clemson put up 38 and 41 points in theirs. Yet, three of those four games stayed under the total.

Today’s matchup features defenses that are a step up from what both teams recently faced, suggesting this game also could trend toward a lower total score.

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

Purdue/Northwestern Total

The Angle: This looks like a perfect buy low/sell high spot. Northwestern is coming into the game on a three-game winning streak and back-to-back covers, most recently a 22-21 upset win as a three-touchdown underdog at Penn State! Letdown spot anyone? Purdue is winless in four games after starting the season 2-0 and 0-2-1 ATS in its last three. Give me the dawg.  

In addition to Purdue, I also like the over. 

3% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% CUSA Total of the Year MEGA MAX BET (Wed)

The Angle: Both teams have struggled to win and cover spreads, going a combined 1-11 SU and 3-9 ATS through the first seven weeks of the season, and the lack of results can be traced to their inability to score! This is a low total for a College Football game, but not low enough IMO as the winning team might not even put 20 points on the board.  

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

Late Arizona State/Utah 5% CFB Total of the Week

The Angle(s): The total has gone under in nine of Arizona State's last 12 games on the road. The total has gone under in 11 of Utah's last 15 games against a Big 12 rival.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

Thursday Night CFB BOOKIE BREAKER

The Angle: Sam Houston has been held to just 30 points total in its last three games, and Jacksonville State’s quarterback play has been far from impressive all season. While the Gamecocks excel at moving the ball in the trenches, that’s precisely where Sam Houston’s defense is strongest. For this Thursday night matchup, I like the under as both teams face tough defensive challenges.

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

Wisconsin/Michigan Total

The Angle: With the home team off a bye, and head coach Sherrone Moore back from a two-game suspension, expect to see an energized home Wolverines' team. With Wisconsin also off a bye, I think the visitors will contribute to the scoring as well but that Michigan will earn the win and cover.

3% PLAY ON OVER. 

Charlotte/USF TGIF TOP PLAY 

The Trend(s): The total has gone over in 10 of Charlotte’s last 15 games, seven of their last eight on the road, and six of South Florida’s last eight games have all hit the over. The Bulls light up the scoreboard, putting up 63 points as a huge home favorite last week over South Carolina State, and they should have no trouble running up the score again here, forcing the 49ers to push offensively to try and keep up. 

4% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Trend(s): Both teams are undefeated thanks to their defense; Arizona is 3-0 to the under while Iowa State has a 1-3 over/under record.

The Wildcats held Kanasas State to 17 points in a win before their bye while the Cyclones are coming off a 24-16 win at Arizona State, and limited Iowa to 13 points the week before that. Both teams have shown they can shut down tough opponents and I think points will come at a premium for both sides in this one. 

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% PUR/ND CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Trend: Purdue is 3-0 to the under on the season.

Now granted, Notre Dame is 2-0 to the over, but mainly because of their own points allowed against two tough opponents. As a massive favorite at home, I expect the defense to shine and Purdue QB Ryan Browne has struggled with turnovers. 

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% MTSU/NEV CFB Total of the Week MAX BET

The Angle: Both teams have been misfiring through the first two weeks. 

Middle Tennessee is 0-2, scoring just 24 points on the season, with a defense that has given up 34 and 42 points in losses. Nevada is 1-1 despite scoring just 31 points total, but the Wolf Pack's attack should be more manageable for Middle Tennessee’s defense.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

Colorado/Houston TGIF CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

The Angle: Houston's defense is elite and has allowed just nine points on the season.

Though facing a step up in competition, Colorado’s offense has been inconsistent, scoring 31 points last week against Delaware but only 20 in a Week 1 loss to Georgia Tech. The Buffaloes have not yet named a starting quarterback after rotating three QBs last Saturday, creating uncertainty and limiting confidence in their offense.

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

Kansas and Missouri held their opponents to a combined 13 points last week.

Kansas won 46-7 over Wagner and quarterback Jalon Daniels has thrown for 456 yards and 7 touchdowns in two games, and the team averages a solid 246 rushing yards per game. Missouri is coming off a 61-6 rout against Central Arkansas, led by quarterback Beau Pribula who had 283 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 rushing scores.

Both defenses will face tougher tests in their matchup, while the offenses are already clicking. This suggests the over is a good play in this Week 2 Kansas vs. Missouri game.

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET *LATE START*

Backing the under in Georgia Southern vs. Fresno State is solid. Both teams have stable coaching staffs with Clay Helton (GS) and Matt Entz (Fresno State) leading their programs. Fresno State struggled in its opener with a 31-7 loss to Kansas, largely due to an ineffective run game that gained just 37 yards on 29 carries. Georgia Southern relies heavily on the pass, but Fresno State has a strong pass defense. Early-season rust and conservative offenses point to a low-scoring game.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

4% Ohio/Rutgers CFB TOTAL TOP PLAY

Rutgers put up 28.9 points per game during last season’s 7-6 campaign, their best offensive output since 2008 and a key reason the bookmakers have set a fairly high total for their opener as a hefty home favorite over Ohio.

Still, with possible early-season jitters, there’s a strong chance the Scarlet Knights start rusty. Expect both defenses to have the upper hand and for points to be tough to come by, making the under a strong play here. 

4% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

STANFORD/HAWAII CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

Both Hawaii and Stanford struggled to put points on the board last season. Stanford averaged just 22.8 points per game (106th nationally), while Hawaii managed 22.3 (111th). The Cardinal enter the season with a new head coach, and improvement may not come right away. Given the offensive challenges both teams showed last year and considering new leadership at Stanford, it’s reasonable to expect points to be at a premium when these two meet in the opener.

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

4% OKLA/NAVY ARMED FORCES BOWL TOTAL TOP PLAY

Both teams boast strong defenses, and the Navy will likely struggle to move the ball against an Oklahoma unit, allowing just 2.9 yards per rush attempt, ranking sixth in the FBS. With Navy lacking a significant passing threat, their best chance will be to lean heavily on their ground game and control the clock.

Oklahoma comes into this matchup shorthanded on both sides of the ball, with several key defenders and offensive players opting out to prepare for the NFL Draft. This could keep the game close and limit scoring opportunities.

4% PLAU ON THE UNDER. 

4% TULANE/FLORIDA GASPARILLA BOWL TOP PLAY

The Tulane Green Wave have stumbled late in the season, suffering a 34-24 loss to Memphis and a 35-14 defeat at Army. However, I expect their offense to bounce back in the Gasparilla Bowl against Florida this Friday.

The Gators' defense has been inconsistent, and with former Oregon five-star recruit Ty Thompson making his first college start under center for the Green Wave, the element of surprise might work in Tulane's favor.

4% PLAY ON THE OVER.

4% MEM/WVU CFB TOP PLAY OF THE DAY

The Memphis Tigers have been putting up impressive numbers down the stretch, and the same is mostly true for the West Virginia Mountaineers, a couple of duds aside. Memphis' defense has looked sharp but can be hurt through the air, and as for Tigers' QB Sam Henigan, he has passed for 3,208 yards and 23 touchdowns against six interceptions this season and will be looking to end his CFB career with a bang. 

4% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% MARSHALL/ULL CFB CONF CHAMP WKND TOTAL OF THE YEAR

The Marshall Thundering Herd really found their scoring touch down the stretch, and the same is true for the ULL Ragin Cajuns.

Both teams have struggled against the run all season and are averaging over 5.0 yards per rush attempt, so the injury to ULL's starting quarterback Ben Wooldridge is not too much of a concern, as they should be able to move the ball effectively with a strong trio of running backs. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% MICH/OSU CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Ohio State Buckeyes boast the nation’s best scoring defense, allowing just 241.7 yards per game, while the Michigan Wolverines are no slouches, holding opponents to 316.3 yards per game. Michigan has leaned heavily on its ground game all season, and as nearly three-touchdown underdogs, their best strategy will be to shorten the game with long, methodical drives to keep Ohio State’s explosive offense off the field.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

PSU/MIN CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

The No. 4 Penn State Nittany Lions are fresh off a dominant 49-10 win over Purdue, continuing their trend of dismantling opponents this season. The Minnesota Golden Gophers are coming off a bye but stumbled in their last outing, losing 26-19 as a home favorite to Rutgers on Nov. 9. Penn State's D has been excellent all season and I expect this to be a fairly low-scoring affair. 

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

WF/MIA CFB BOOKIE BOMBER

The Miami Hurricanes have faced some high totals this season but still boast a 7-2-1 record to the over. After a humbling 28-23 loss at Georgia Tech last week, I expect a strong bounce back from their offense. Meanwhile, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons should do their part to contribute to what looks like a shootout.

3% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% UNC/BC CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Boston College Eagles have allowed 31 points or more in three consecutive games, but they've been fairly good against the run all season which happens to be UNC's preferred way of moving the ball. As for the Tar Heels' defense, it's been solid holding its last three opponents to a total of 49 points, and not against total cupcake opponents either.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% TEN/UGA CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH MAX BET

Tennessee has hit the under in five of its last six games, while Georgia is 3-2 to the under in its last five, including a 28-10 loss to Ole Miss. While the Vols average a solid 470 yards per game (8th), much of that production has come against weaker competition, and their offense has not been able to replicate those numbers against elite teams.

With familiarity between these two programs favoring defensive game plans and the last two meetings staying under the total, this matchup sets up as another potential grind-it-out, lower-scoring affair.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% MIA/GT CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Miami-FL Hurricanes rank No. 1 for both total offense and yards per play. Quarterback Cam Ward has 3,146 passing yards and 29 touchdowns, and Georgia Tech has been better at stopping the run than against the pass.

The Yellow Jackets have been outscored 52-19 over their last two games, but I think this will be a high-scoring affair against a Miami team that has allowed 31 points or more in four of their last five games. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% DUKE/MIA ACC TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET

The No. 5 Miami-FL Hurricanes rank No. 1 in the nation in average points scored (46.8) and boast the best total offense in CFB with 560+ yards per game, but this week they'll face a resilient Duke defense that is allowing just 327 yards per game (34th) and 18.6 ppg, and it has been especially effective against the pass.

The Hurricanes' defense is almost as good as their offense, holding opponents to 299 yards per game (14th).

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% GT/VT CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH MAX BET

The Virginia Tech Hokies are 5-2 to the over while the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are 6-2 to the under. I expect a low-scoring game as the visitors will try to shorten the game as a double-digit underdog, and the Hokies are due for regression offensively following a string of impressive outings. 

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% UGA/TEX SEC TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET

The Texas Longhorns are averaging 43.2 points per game (7th) and the Georgia Bulldogs 33.5 points per game (37th). The Bulldogs defense is good, but gave up 41 points at Alabama on Sep 28 and while the Longhorns elite D has held opponents to 6.3 ppg (1st), this is a big step up from what they've faced so far. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% CIN/UCF BIG 12 TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET

The Cincinnati Bearcats held Houston and Miami-OH to a combined 16 points before getting torched on defense in a 44-41 loss at Texas Tech two weeks ago. After a bye week to work on their defensive issues, they’ll now face a UCF team that has scored just 34 points across its last two games. Additionally, the Knights don't have the advantage of a bye week after battling the Gators hard in the Swamp last week.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% BIG TEN TOTAL OF THE YEAR MAX BET

The Maryland Terrapins are 4-1 to the over on the season. They are perfect 3-0 to the over as favorites, and tonight they're a double-digit home favorite against a Northwestern team that gave up 41 points as a 13-point underdog to Indiana last week.

The Wildcats have been effective at stopping the run, but they're giving up 7.4 yards per pass attempt, and the Terps are averaging 304.8 passing yards per game (17th).

Additionally, Maryland is coming off its bye and will be looking to get rolling again following a 42-28 loss to the same Indiana team that beat Northwestern last week. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Purdue Boilermakers have struggled to score points as underdogs, and their offensive coordinator, Graham Harrell, was fired following last week's 28-10 loss at home against Nebraska. Their offensive analyst will take over play-calling duties, and to see immediate improvements might be a tough ask.

The Wisconsin Badgers have struggled defensively against Alabama and USC, but this looks like a good spot to get back on track. Offensively, the Badgers have scored only 31 points across their last two games. 

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Colorado Buffaloes are coming off a 38-31 win over Baylor and have scored 30+ points in two of their four games on the season.

Meanwhile, UCF has racked up 137 points across their last three games. They're averaging over 375 rushing yards per game and should find success against a Colorado defense allowing 4.0 yards per carry (73rd).

While UCF has been solid against the run, they've struggled against the pass, and they'll be tested by Colorado QB Deion Sanders, who's averaging 335 passing yards per game.

This is a classic strength vs. weakness matchup, favoring both offenses, and I fully expect this game to go over the posted total.

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

USC/MICHIGAN CFB BOOKIE BLA$TER

The USC Trojans are coming off a shutout win over Utah State. Their defense will be well-rested coming off a bye week, and the Michigan Wolverines have been holding opponents to a solid 304.3 yards per game (65th).

3% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH MAX BET

The Houston Cougars are 3-0 to the under for the season. They have scored a total of just 52 points, but they've looked great on the defensive side of the ball and held opponents two 238.7 yards per game (11th). Offensively, they've looked more mediocre, and injuries doesn't help their case.

The Cincinnati Bearcats are coming off back-to-back unders, and I think this will be a relatively low-scoring affair. 

5* PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors are off to a 1-1 start, despite holding their opponents to no more than 16 points per game. This upcoming contest marks their first road game of the season, and their offensive performance has historically dipped when playing away from home.

The Sam Houston State Bearkats, who recently transitioned to the FBS level, began their season with an impressive 34-14 victory over Rice, followed by a 45-14 loss to UCF, who dominated with their rushing attack.

The Bearkats have been strong against the pass, and I believe they match up well against Hawaii. They should be able to contain the Rainbow Warriors’ passing game.

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK MAX BET

The Texas Longhorns opened the season with a shutout win over the Colorado State Rams while the Michigan Wolverines are coming off a 30-10 win over the Fresno State Bulldogs. 

I was particularly impressed with the Longhorns defense, which held Colorado State's QB to just 10-of-18 passing for 59 yards, and the Wolverines defense looked sharp as well. I think this will be a low-scoring affair. 

5% PLAY ON THE UNDER. 

5% CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH MAX BET

The Virginia Tech Hokies return several key pieces from an offense that averaged 29.5 points per game (45th) last season, including quarterback Kyron Drones, who threw 17 touchdowns while also running for 818 yards and five touchdowns. The Vanderbilt Commodores averaged a more modest 20.6 (104th), but they should improve this season with a new offensive coordinator and two new quarterbacks. 

I expect the Hokies to score the majority of the points against possibly one of the worst defenses in the country, but I'd rather take the over than VA Tech to cover, as I think Vanderbilt will put up a fair amount as well. 

5% PLAY ON THE OVER. 

MIKE'S 5* BIG 12 CHAMPIONSHIP TOTAL OF THE YEAR

The Oklahoma State Cowboys are averaging 30.2 points per game and while Texas is holding opponents to 325.3 yards per game (27th), they are much better at stopping the run than the pass.

Okie State has a well-balanced offense that ranks 50th on the ground and 40th through the air, and Texas has injuries on the defensive side of ball. 

As for the Cowboys' defense, there are holes to exploit and they've given up 30+ points in consecutive games, both as favorites, and now they're coming up against one of the best teams in the nation.

I would not be surprised if both teams put up 30+ points in this game, and I love the over. 

5* PLAY ON OVER. 

MIKE'S 5* ACC TOTAL OF THE YEAR

The Virginia Tech Hokies are 7-4 to the over while the Virginia Cavaliers are 8-2-1 to the over.

Virginia has allowed 27 points or more in each of its last five games while the Hokies have allowed 34+ points in two of their last three games.

The Cavaliers rush defense is among the worst in the nation and Virginia Tech is averaging a solid 168.7 rushing yards per game. 

5* PLAY ON OVER. 

MIKE'S CFB BEDLAM TOTAL BOOKIE BLA$TER

The Oklahoma Sooners are 5-3 to the over while the Oklahoma State Cowboys have a 4-4 over/under record, but I think this game will go under the posted total.

Both offenses have been clicking, but the two teams are very familiar with each other and last season, the Sooners won 28-13 with a closing total of 69.5 here in Stillwater. 

3* PLAY ON UNDER. 

5* BEST BET: MIKE'S CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK

The bookmakers keep lowering the totals for the service academy games but never seem to be able to set them low enough.

As for Army vs Air Force matchups, only one of the last six meetings went over this total.

Air Force is allowing only 237.9 total yards per game (3rd) while Army ranks 71st with 378 total yards allowed per game.

The reasoning for this under is simple: both teams will run the ball all game long, and the clock with keep ticking during long drives. 

5* PLAY ON UNDER. 

5* BEST BET: MIKE'S CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH

The over/under is 7-1 in Massachusetts' eight games this season and 4-3 in Army's seven games.

The Minutemen will have fresh legs coming off their bye week, and they'll be eager to get back on the scoreboard after getting shut out in a brutal 63-0 loss at Penn State two weeks ago.

Believe it or not, but Army is in even worse shape after getting shut out in back-to-back games(!) against Troy and LSU. This looks like a good spot for Army's running game to get going again against a UMass defense that is allowing 223.4 rushing yards per game and 6.0 yards per carry. 

No one expects a lot of points, but I think we'll see floodgates open here following the score-draught. 

5* PLAY ON OVER. 

4* TOP PLAY - MIKE'S GEORGIA/VANDERBILT TOTAL OF THE WEEK

The Vanderbilt Commodores are 6-0-1 to the over on the season, and I expect to see another high-scoring affair when they host Georgia Saturday afternoon. 

The Bulldogs are as per usual boasting one of the best defenses in the nation, but Vandy QB Ken Seals has thrown for 539 yards, four touchdowns, and one INT while starting the Commodores' past two games instead of AJ Swann who could not stop turning the ball over, and despite Swann's struggles, the team ranks 37th on the season with 274.4 passing yards per game. 

As for the Bulldog's offense, they rank 8th for total offense and they have the 10th best scoring offense in the nation averaging 40.7 points per game. They just put up 51 points on Kentucky, and here they'll face a Vandy defense that ranks  12th in the SEC in pass-efficiency defense. 

4* PLAY ON OVER. 

Mike's Georgia Tech/Miami-FL CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are 4-1 to the over on the season, but I think this will be a relatively low-scoring affair.

Miami-Florida has held its four opponents to 3, 33, 7, and 7 points, and while they've played a soft schedule, you can only defend against who's in front of you, and they've done it well. Also, the Hurricanes are coming off their bye week, so they're coming into the game fresh and healthy and expect to get several key defensive starters back from injury.  

3* play on UNDER. 

5* BEST BET - Mike's Oklahoma/Texas Total of the Month

The Texas Longhorns are 4-1 to the under on the season. They've allowed more than 14 points in only one game, and that was a in their 34-24 win at Alabama in Week 2. Oklahoma has held its opponents to 0, 11, 17, 6 and 20 points. The Sooners have the No. 3 scoring offense in the nation, but this will be their first game against a ranked opponent. Both teams are capable of putting up big numbers, but I think defense will rule this game. 

5* play on UNDER. 

4* Ball State/Georgia CFB Total Game of the Week TOP PLAY

Ball State took a 44-14 loss at Kentucky in Week 1, and it won't get any easier here at two-time defending national champion Georgia who opened the season with a 48-7 win over UT Martin.

This early in the season, we have no reason to believe that Georgia will do anything but keep the foot on the gas to set the tone for what should be another successful season. 

Bet this TOP PLAY on the OVER with 4% of your bankroll. 

4* LSU/FSU CFB Total TOP PLAY Game of the Week

Florida State won 24-23 when these two teams battled it out last season. The total was set at 51 for that game, and for this contest, we're seeing an even bigger number.

Sure, both teams have dangerous offenses led by elite quarterbacks, but don't underestimate the defenses. 

Bet this TOP PLAY on the UNDER with 4% of your bankroll. 

Mike's CFB Total BOOKIE BLA$TER

This will undoubtedly end with a blowout win for Alabama, but I think they'll slow down the tempo once going up a couple of scores.

The Tide have a new QB under center as Bryce Young has moved on to the Carolina Panthers in the NFL, and they've seen a huge turnover overall. Meanwhile, Middle Tennessee State will do everything in its power to shorten the game to avoid a blowout. 

Bet on the UNDER with 3% of your bankroll. 

Mike's CFB Total BOOKIE BU$TER

The Texas A&M Aggies shut out New Mexico in a 34-0 as a 30-point home favorite in 2021. They're once again a huge favorite here in 2023, and I would honestly not be surprised if they blanked the Lobos again. New Mexico averaged only 13.1 points per game last season and they've lost their starting quarterback from the previous season. Texas A&M averaged only 22.8 points per game last regular season. 

Bet on the UNDER with 3% of your bankroll.

10* QUICK LANE BOWL TOTAL TOP PLAY

Bowling Green was held to 14 points and 279 yards of total offense in a loss at Ohio in its last game. Falcons QB Matt McDonald McDonald was intercepted three times and New Mexico State ranks 14th in the nation against the pass. New Mexico State's offense has been hot, but QB Diegoa Pavia suiffered a hamstring injury against Valpo last time out. 

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

10* NCAAF TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK - LOUISVILLE/CINCINNATI BEST BET

We'll see two interim head coaches and a backup QB for Louisville as Malik Cunningham has opted out of the game to prepare for the NFL Draft. Running back Tiyon Evans has opted out as well. These are two solid defenses and the under is 4-0 in Cardinals last 4 games overall and 6-2 in Bearcats last 8 games overall.

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

MOUNTAIN WEST CFB TOTAL GAME OF THE YEAR - 10* MAJOR WAGER

I expect a shootout when Hawaii visits San Jose State Saturday afternoon. Hawaii is 8-4 to the over for the season and while their offense doesn't travel all that well, neither does their defense and the over is 3-2 in their five road games. The over is 4-1 in Hawaii's five games with a total of 57 or higher this season. 

10* PLAY ON OVER. 

LOUISVILLE/KENTUCKY CFB TOTAL

This looks like a good spot back Kentucky to bounce back from a 16-6 loss to Georgia last week. While they failed to get their offense going, the defense held strong. The Wildcats are allowing only 19.6 points per game and they rank 19th nationally for total defense with 321.2 yards allowed per game. The Wildcats are 21-6-2 ATS vs. a team with a winning record and 20-9-1 ATS in their last 30 home games. Their defense can carry them to a win here and I also like the under. 

8* PLAY ON UNDER.

CFB TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* VOLS/BULLDOGS MAJOR WAGER

The Vols are 5-3 to the over while the Bulldogs are 5-2-1 to the under. THey rank No. 1 and No. 2 for total offense, but Georgia's defense is also one of the best in the country and I expect the home team to control the tempo of this game. It has yet to allow more than 22 points in a game this season and under is 9-4 in Bulldogs last 13 conference games and 35-17-3 in Bulldogs last 55 home games.

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

10* USF/HOUSTON CFB TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK

The Houston Cougars are 6-1 to the over the USF Bulls are 5-2 to the over. USF has allowed 40+ points in three of their last four games. Over is 8-1 in Cougars last 9 vs. a team with a losing record.

10* PLAY ON OVER. 

CFB GAME OF THE WEEK - MIKE'S 10* ARMY/WAKE FOREST TOTAL

Army is 3-1 to the over this season, but I expect this to be a low-scoring affair. Wake Forest is holding teams to 3.8 rushing yards per attempt and the Black Knights have attempted only 35 passes all season. 

Under is 18-7-1 in Black Knights last 26 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Under is 8-2 in Black Knights last 10 games after accumulating more than 200 yards rushing in their previous game.

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

MIKE'S TULANE/HOUSTON NCAAF TGIF TOTAL

The Cougars are 4-0 to the over and Tulane 3-1 to the under. Tulane's defensive numbers look good on paper, but this will be the best offense they've seen so far. The Cougars have scored 30 points or more in each of their first four games of the season, but also allowed 27 points or more. Their points allowed per game average is 35.8. Tulane is averaging 33.8 ppg. 

8* PLAY ON OVER. 

MIKE'S VIRGINIA/SYRACUSE TOTAL

Syracuse is an undefeated 3-0 SU and ATS on the season and 3-0 to the under. They've held opponents to an average of 16.7 points per game and Virginia has averaged only 17.7 ppg over its first three games of the season.The Cavaliers still have two wins against one loss, thanks to their stout defense, but last week as a 9-point favorite against Old Dominion, they just barely escaped by scoring the winning field goal as time expired. I don't see the Cavaliers keeping pace with Syracuse in this one. 

Cavaliers are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games in September. Orange are 15-5-1 ATS in their last 21 games in September.

8* PLAY ON UNDER. 

NCAAF TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* MAJOR WAGER

Nebraska is 1-2 on the season with disappointing setbacks to Northwestern and Georgia Southern. Head coach Scott Frost was fired after last week's loss and Mickey Joseph will take over as the interim coach. Oklahoma has allowed just 16 points through two solid performances against UTEP and Kent State teams. Offense has not been an issue for the Cornhuskers, but they're likely to struggle to move the ball here and Oklahoma is relatively conservative when on the ball.

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

MIKE'S UCONN/MICHIGAN TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER

UConn was held to 202 total yards in a 48-14 loss as a 23.5-point dog against Syracuse last week. This game could have a similar storyline as they once again are severely outmatched on paper, this time against Michigan. The Wolverines have allowed a total of 17 points through their first two games. Both went under the total. 

Under is 5-1 in Wolverines last 6 games in September. Under is 4-1 in Wolverines last 5 vs. INDEP. Under is 7-0 in Huskies last 7 vs. Big Ten.

8* PLAY ON UNDER. 

NCAAF TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* MAJOR WAGER

Both teams are 1-0 on the season after a 69-10 win for Baylor over Albany while BYU defeated South Florida 50-21.

Two high-scoring games, and as a result I think the bookmakers have overreacted and set the total for this game too high.

One or both teams could easily come out completely flat here.

Under is 13-6 in Bears last 19 games after scoring more than 40 points in their previous game and 14-6 in Cougars last 20 games after scoring more than 40 points in their previous game.

10* PLAY ON UNDER. 

MIKE'S APP STATE/TEXAS A&M NCAAF TOTAL BOOKIE BLA$TER

Appalachian State is coming off a wild 63-61 loss to UNC. The two teams combined for 62 points in the fourth quarter, of which App State contributed 40.

Now they'll face a tougher defense in a Texas A&M team that held Sam Houston State to zero points and fewer than 200 yards in its season opener.

Under is 7-0 in Aggies last 7 games in September. Under is 4-1 in Aggies last 5 games after allowing less than 275 total yards in their previous game. Under is 25-7-1 in Mountaineers last 33 games after scoring more than 40 points in their previous game.

8* PLAY ON UNDER. 

NCAAF TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK - 10* MAJOR WAGER

Florida State opened the season with a 47-7 rout of Duquesne while this will be LSU's first game of the season and their first with Brian Kelly as head coach. FSU did most of their damage against Duquesne on the ground, but QB Jordan Travis had a solid game going 11-for-15 with 207 yards. LSU's secondary was questionable last season and they're replacing several starters in the backfield. 

As for LSU's offense, Brian Kelly is coming in with a new system, but he has a lot of talent and weapons to work with and I think they'll figure it out early. 

10* PLAY ON OVER. 

MIKE'S NCAAF BOOKIE BOMBER

Illinois already has a game under its belt a 38-6 triumph over Wyoming. They held the Cowboys to just over 200 yards of total offense and Wyoming only threw for 30 yards. Here they'll face an Indiana team that is unlikely to put up big yards and points on the regular.

8* PLAY ON UNDER. 

MIKE'S WVU/PITT NCAAF BOOKIE BU$TER

Pittsburgh is returning eight offensive starters, but it lost QB Kenny Pickett to the NFL and wide receiver Jordan Addison to USC. The Mountaineers have lost some players on the defensive side of the ball but are still returning a strong unit. As for the Panthers defense, they are returning seven starters from a unit that led the ACC in rush defense and No. 2 nationally in sacks. 

8* PLAY ON UNDER. 

TOP-RATED 10* GEORGIA/BAMA CFB CHAMPIONSHIP GAME TOTAL

Georgia's defense looked unbeatable during the regular season, but Bama still managed to score 41 points on the Bulldogs in the SEC Championship Game. 

Bama head coach Nick Saban is familiar with the Bulldogs defensive schemes as Georgia head coach Kirby Smart was Saban's defensive coordinator at Alabama for several years. I think the Bulldogs will put up their fair share of points as well though, and I like the over. 

Over is 4-0-1 in Crimson Tide last 5 Bowl Championship games. Over is 10-4-1 in Crimson Tide last 15 games in January. Over is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings.

10* play on OVER. 

SUPER EARLY TAXSLAYER GATOR BOWL TOTAL BOOKIE BREAKER

I think the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl matchup between No. 17 Wake Forest Demon Deacons and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will be a high-scoring affair. 

Rutgers can play freely and without pressure after replacing the No. 23 Texas A&M who had to pull out due to a combination of season-ending injuries and COVID within the program. Rutgers lost its last game 40-16 to Maryland, and here it'll face a Wake Forest team that was second in the ACC with 41.2 points scored per game. Dual-threat quarterback Sam Hartman threw for 36 touchdowns and added 11 scores on the ground. 

Defensively Wake Forest was not sharp down the stretch giving up 42 points or more in four of its last five games. 

10* play on OVER. 

IOWA STATE/CLEMSON CHEEZ-IT BOWL BOOKIE BU$TER

Both the Clemson Tigers and the Iowa State Cyclones rank top 10 nationally for total defense, but I think the bookmakers have set the total for this game too low. 

Clemson scored 30 points or more in each of its last five games, with only one of those games going under the total. Iowa State closed out the regular season with a 48-14 win against TCU and they are 6-3 to the over through their last nine games. 

8* play on OVER. 

MIKE'S NAVY VS ARMY COLLEGE FOOTBALL TOTAL 

The military academy games are almost always low-scoring affairs due to their inclination to run the ball rather than throw it, and recent meetings between Army and Navy have been no different. Each of the last 10 meetings has gone under the total, and last season's matchup saw only 15 points scored, with Navy generating 162 yards of total offense and Navy only 117 yards of total offense. 

8* play on UNDER. 

HOUSTON/CINCINNATI TOTAL

I like the underdog No. 21 Houston here in the American Athletic Conference championship game on Saturday. No. 4 Cincinnati is an undefeated 12-0 on the season while Houston has one loss, but note that the Cougars have won 11 straight since a 38-21 loss to Texas Tech in íts season opener. The stats are very similar for both teams on both sides of the ball, and I don't think the Cougars are getting enough respect here. 

In addition to Houston covering the spread, I also like the over as both quarterbacks are capable of coming up with big plays. Over is 11-3-1 in Cougars last 15 games as a road underdog. 

8* play on OVER. 

GEORGIA/BAMA TOTAL

The Georgia Bulldogs will be looking to defend their No. 1 ranking with a win here in the Southeastern Conference championship game against Alabama on Saturday. The No. 3 Crimson Tide have one loss on the season, and it could easily have been a couple more. It was only last week they were in big, big trouble against Auburn, while Georgia shut out Georgia Tech in its last game. I expect Georgia to get the job done in a relatively high-scoring affair. 

Over is 7-1-1 in the last 9 meetings. Bulldogs are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 neutral site games as a favorite.

8* play on OVER. 

SUPER LATE ARIZONA STATE VS OREGON STATE TOTAL BAILOUT - 10:30 PM ET START

The Oregon State Beavers have found their offense, scoring 34+ points in three of their last four games and they've put up 475 yards of total offense in each of the last two. The Arizona State Sun Devils are coming off a 35-30 triumph at Washington. 

The Sun Devils won the season finale 46-33 last year, the over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings overall and 7-1 in the last 8 meetings in Oregon State. Over is 11-2 in Sun Devils last 13 games as a road favorite. Over is 5-1 in Beavers last 6 games as a home underdog.

8* play on OVER. 

CFB GAME OF THE YEAR ALERT - MIKE'S 10* TOTAL BEST BET

The New Mexico Lobos rank dead last in the nation with only 13.6 points per game. The Lobos have found their ground game, averaging just under 190 rushing yards per game over their last three games, but they still struggle to get scores. While New Mexico might have some success moving the ball on the ground, they'll take a lot of time off the clock which will help the under. On the defensive side of the ball, the Lobos have been totally fine, ranking 44th against the pass and 45th against the run. 

Each of Boise State's last five games has gone under the total, and they have allowed an average of only 17.4 points per game during that stretch. 

10* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY ARMY @ AIR FORCE NCAAF GAME OF THE MONTH (TOTAL)

I don't think the bookmakers can make the total for this Academy matchup low enough. These two teams are No. 1 and No. 2 in the nation at running the ball, but also No. 7 and No. 13 at stopping the run as their defense gets plenty of practice. We should see both teams getting stopped at midfield plenty and the clock will keep running. Under is 7-0 in the last 7 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

PURDUE @ NEBRASKA TOTAL

Purdue is allowing only 16.3 points per game (9th) and 160.4 passing yards per game (5th). The Boilermakers are 6-1 to the under on the season, and I think they can contain this Nebraska offense to stay within the number and keep the final score under the posted total. Offensively, the Boilermakers can throw the football but they rarely have much success running the rock.

In their last game, the Boilermakers took a 30-13 home loss to Wisconsin but they are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games following a double-digit loss at home and 19-6-2 ATS in their last 27 games as a road underdog. The Cornhuskers are 9-19 ATS in their last 28 home games.

8* play on UNDER. 

RUTGERS @ ILLINOIS TOTAL

Illinois is averaging only 18.0 points per game and the Hoosiers are 6-1-1 to the under on the season. Rutgers has been held to under 14 points in four straight games, a 21-7 loss at Northwestern last time out included. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MICHIGAN @ MICHIGAN STATE CFB GAME OF THE WEEK

Michigan has the 10th best total defense in the nation and the 2nd best scoring defense with only 14.3 points allowed per game. Michigan State was held to 241 yards of total offense in a 20-15 win at Indiana in its last game. I fully expect to see a defensive grind between these two arch-rivals. 

10* play on UNDER. 

NCAAF MAJOR WAGER ALERT - GEORGIA TECH/VIRGINIA GAME OF THE WEEK (TOTAL)

The Virginia Cavaliers are averaging 526 yards per game, which ranks fifth in the nation, and QB Brennan Armstrong leads the nation with 2,824 passing yards. Despite their impressive offensive output, they're 6-1 to the under, but I expect to see a high-scoring affair when they host Georgia Tech Saturday night. 

The Yellow Jackets have allowed a total of 79 points over their last two games, so I don't think Virginia will have any trouble to put points on the board, but as Georgia Tech is coming off its bye I expect them to put up its fair share of points as well and push the tempo when holding the ball. 

The Cavaliers shut out Duke last week, but over is 8-2 in their last 10 games after allowing less than 20 points in their previous game.

10* play on OVER. 

UMASS @ FLORIDA STATE TOTAL

Florida State is 4-2 to the under on the season. The Seminoles are averaging only 26.7 points per game and their 68.0 plays per game rank 88th in the nation. The Minutemen average even fewer with 63.8 plays per game, which ranks 123rd of 130 teams. UMass has played three straight unders and they held UConn to 13 points when they snapped a 16-game losing streak two weeks ago.

8* play on UNDER. 

PENN STATE @ IOWA TOTAL

Both Penn State and Iowa are 4-1 to the under on the season. The Hawkeyes rank no. 7 for total defense and they have the second-best scoring defense in the nation. Last week, they put a 51-14 beating on Maryland, but I don't see tem putting up a big number against a Penn State defense that shut out Indiana last week. Under is 4-1 in Nittany Lions last 5 games after allowing less than 20 points in their previous game. Under is 18-7-1 in Hawkeyes last 26 games as a home favorite.

8* play on UNDER. 

WVU @ BAYLOR BIG 12 UNDER

Many oddsmakers are taking a clear stance for this contest, dropping the spread to under a field goal, which would suggest sharp money is coming in on the visitors. I'm happy to take the 3 points while available but would grab WVU at any number as I think they have a great chance of winning this one outright. 

Baylor (4-1) managed only 280 yards of offense in a 24-14 loss at Oklahoma State last week. The Bears are dangerous on the ground, but here they'll run into a West Virginia defense that is allowing only 87.8 rushing yards per game (11th) and 2.8 yards per carry (13th). 

The 2-3 Mountaineers could just as easily be 5-0. Even in last week's last-minute loss to Texas Tech, they outgained the Red Raiders by 78 yards while putting up 424 yards of total offense. 

In addition to WVU covering the spread, I also like the under. Under is 10-2 in Mountaineers last 12 vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 12-3-1 in Mountaineers last 16 games as a road underdog. 

8* play on UNDER. 

NCAAF MAJOR WAGER - GAME OF THE WEEK (TOTAL)

The Buckeyes are coming off a 52-13 win at Rutgers. Over is 21-6-1 in Buckeyes last 28 games after allowing less than 20 points in their previous game, and they should have no trouble with this Maryland team that put up just 14 points and 271 yards of total offense in a loss to Iowa last week. The Terps defense had been decent prior to that outing, and under is 7-1 in Terrapins last 8 games after allowing more than 40 points in their previous game and 6-2 in their last 8 games as an underdog.

10* play on UNDER. 

PITT @ GEORGIA TECH TOTAL

Pittsburgh is 3-1 SU and ATS and 4-0 to the over on the season, but I think Pitt will fail to cover the spread in a relatively low-scoring affair against Georgia Tech here in Week 5. 

The Yellow Jackets are coming off an impressive 45-22 upset win as a 14-point underdog to North Carolina. I doubt Georgia Tech wants to get into a shootout with Pitt though, so it'll focus on running the ball rather than throwing which will keep the clock moving. It averages a solid 199.5 rushing yards per game (38th) which could create trouble for Pitt. 

The Yellow Jackets slowed down Clemson on the road in a 14-8 loss two weeks ago, and I think they'll keep this one close. 

8* play on Georgia Tech. 

MAJOR WAGER ALERT - TOP-RATED 10* CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH

The No. 6 Clemson Tigers have allowed a total of only 13 points through their first two games of the season. Georgia Tech put up 45 points in a 28-point victory last week, but as a 20-point favorite against Kennesaw State. 

While Georgia Tech's defense has not really been tested yet, giving up only giving up 123.5 passing yards per game (8th) is impressive, and it's a better number than Clemson's 133.5 (13th) passing yards per game allowed. 

Under is 6-2-2 in Yellow Jackets last 10 games following a straight up win of more than 20 points. Under is 4-1 in Tigers last 5 games as a favorite.

10* play on UNDER. 

CINCINNATI @ INDIANA TOTAL

No. 8 Cincinnati has put up big numbers, but as massive favorites against Miami-Ohio and Murray State. This will be the Bearcats first real test of the season, and they'll face a Indiana defense that has allowed only 282.0 yards per game. 

8* play on UNDER. 

CFB TOTAL GAME OF THE WEEK

College Football games between two academy teams are usually low-scoring affairs, and I don't see why this matchup between the Air Force Falcons and the Navy Midshipmen would be any different. Both teams will run the ball which will keep the clock ticking, and while Navy struggled on the defensive side of the ball in its 49-7 loss to Marshall last week, Air Force does not pose the same threat. Air Force is loaded with talent and experience on defense, so the Mids won't put up many points. 

Under is 20-6 in Midshipmen last 26 games after allowing more than 40 points in their previous game. Under is 10-1 in Falcons last 11 games as a favorite. Under is 4-1 in Falcons last 5 games in September. Under is 7-2 in the last 9 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

LOUISVILLE VS OLE MISS  MONDAY NIGHT CFB BOOKIE BU$TER

Ole Miss ranked in the top-20 in the FBS in several different categories for offense last year, but I think the total is a bit inflated here in the Rebels season opener. Louisville ranked 49th in scoring defense and 39th in total defense last season, and while the Cardinals have lost some starters, I still think their defense will hold against a rusty Ole Miss offense. Both teams are returning their starting QBs, yet another reason for the books to give us a big number, and I think they've overadjusted.

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP-RATED 10* BAMA @ MIAMI-FL BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL

The Alabama Crimson Tide are coming into the season opener against Miami-Florida as a sizeable favorite. That Bama will come out ahead is a foregone conclusion, but I think they'll win with their defense rather than their offense. Bryce Young is taking over at quarterback to replace Mac Jones, and with only three returning starters on offense, it might take a couple of games for their offense to click. Defensively though, Bama looks solid with seven starters back, led by linebackers Will Anderson Jr. and Christian Harris and cornerback Josh Job.

10* play on UNDER. 

NORTH CAROLINA @ VIRGINIA TECH BOOKIE BU$TER

These two teams met in October last year, a game the Tar Heels won 56-45. I think that result combined with North Carolina's returning QB, Heisman Trophy candidate Sam Howell, has made the bookmakers posting a way inflated total for this contest.

The Hokies have lost last year’s starters at quarterback and running back. The Tar Heels have lost two receivers (Dyami Brown and Dazz Newsome) and two running backs (Michael Carter and Javonte Williams) to the NFL Draft. 

8* play on UNDER.