Betting Line: Colorado-West Virginia Spread Pick Preview

Colorado takes on West Virginia on ESPN. The college football odds has West Virginia -17.5, though Bodog has -17 -115. The total is 54.5 to 55.

Colorado is 1-2 straight up and against the spread. WVU is 2-1 straight up, both wins at home and 1-1 to the number. Both lined games have gone over.

The Buffaloes are horrible on both sides of the ball. On offense they get 3.1 yards per rush against teams normally allowing 4.3 and 5.6 passing yards per attempt to 6.3.

Defensively they allow a scary 4.5 yards per rush against teams normally allowing 4.0 and 9.0 yards per pass to 7.0.

The Mountaineers just roll along getting 5.2 yards per rush against teams normally allowing 4.3 and 9.0 yards per pass to 7.8. In yards per play, West Virginia gets 7.0 to 5.8.

Defensively they allow just 2.7 yards per rush to teams normally getting 4.3, 6.5 passing yards per attempt to 7.0 and 4.7 yards per play to 5.6.

The revenge factor is here for the Mountaineers. Fresh off a horrible loss to East Carolina, WVU was flat in a 17-14 overtime loss to Colorado last season.

Is this bulletin board material or a sign of how seriously West Virginia wants to destroy Colorado? S Roberts Sands said his Mountaineers are "looking for a goose egg. We're going to shut them out."

Will the Buffs be focused? Their next team games are at No. 2 Texas and hosting No. 18 Kansas, both conference foes.

It's not a short week for either team as both squads are off a bye week.

Against the spread records: Colorado is 2-11 as road underdogs. WVU is 1-5 after getting more than 280 yards passing last game.

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NCAA College Football Odds: Texas vs Rutgers

The Texas Southern Tigers and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Rutgers Stadium. Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total. Rutgers put 17 points on the board in the fourth quarter to run away with a 34-13 win over Maryland in Week 4. The Knights took this pick'em game, while the final score played UNDER the day's posted total of 49.5. Current streak: Rutgers has won 3 straight games. Team records: Texas Southern: 0-1 SU, 0-1 ATS Rutgers: 3-1 SU, 1-2 ATS Rutgers most recently: When playing in October are 6-4 When playing on turf are 7-3 After being outgained are 6-4 When playing outside the conference are 7-3 A few trends to consider: Texas Southern is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road Texas Southern is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games Rutgers is 10-1 SU in its last 11 games Rutgers is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home Next up: Texas Southern at Rutgers, Saturday, October 10 Rutgers home to Texas Southern, Saturday, October 10

NCAA College Football Handicapping: Wisconsin vs Minnesota

The fans at TCF Bank Stadium will be treated to a game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Minnesota Golden Gophers when they take their seats on Saturday. Oddsmakers currently have the Golden Gophers listed as 3-point favorites versus the Badgers, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Wisconsin held off a late rally by Michigan State to win 38-30 in Week 4. The Badgers covered the 1.5-point spread, while the final score played OVER the day's posted total of 52.5. Minnesota outscored Northwestern 14-0 in the final quarter to win 35-24 in Week 4. The Gophers covered the 1.5-point spread, while the final score played OVER the day's posted total of 50. Current streak: Wisconsin has won 4 straight games. Team records: Wisconsin: 4-0 SU, 1-2 ATS Minnesota: 3-1 SU, 2-2 ATS Wisconsin most recently: When playing in October are 5-5 When playing on turf are 8-2 After being outgained are 5-5 When playing within the conference are 5-5 Minnesota most recently: When playing in October are 4-6 When playing on turf are 4-6 After being outgained are 4-6 When playing within the conference are 4-6 A few trends to consider: Wisconsin is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Minnesota The total has gone OVER in 5 of Wisconsin's last 5 games when playing Minnesota Wisconsin is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of Wisconsin's last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 5 of Minnesota's last 5 games when playing Wisconsin The total has gone OVER in 5 of Minnesota's last 7 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota's last 7 games at home Minnesota is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games Next up: Wisconsin at Ohio State, Saturday, October 10 Minnesota home to Purdue, Saturday, October 10

NCAA College Football Betting: Toledo vs Ball State

The Toledo Rockets and the Ball State Cardinals will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Scheumann Stadium. Oddsmakers currently have the Rockets listed as 4½-point favorites versus the Cardinals, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Toledo blasted off for a 41-31 win over Florida International at FIU Stadium in Week 4. Toledo covered as a 1-point road underdog while the final score played over the 58.5-point total. Ball State couldn't keep pace with Auburn, losing 54-30 at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Week 4. Ball State covered as a 30.5-point road underdog while the final score played over the 54.5-point total. Current streak: Ball State has lost 4 straight games. Team records: Toledo: 2-2 SU, 2-2 ATS Ball State: 0-4 SU, 2-1 ATS Toledo most recently: When playing in October are 5-5 When playing on turf are 4-6 After outgaining opponent are 2-8 When playing within the conference are 2-8 Ball State most recently: When playing in October are 6-4 When playing on turf are 5-5 After being outgained are 5-5 When playing within the conference are 9-1 A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toledo's last 5 games when playing Ball State Toledo is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing Ball State Toledo is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Ball State Toledo is 5-13 SU in its last 18 games Ball State is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Toledo Ball State is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Toledo The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Ball State's last 5 games when playing Toledo Ball State is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home Next up: Toledo home to Western Michigan, Saturday, October 10 Ball State at Temple, Saturday, October 10

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Oklahoma Sooners @ Miami Hurricanes 

Sportsbook: Oklahoma -7.5

The Oklahoma Sooners are looking for some redemption and they can get it this week with a win. On one hand, they would have rather that Miami win last week in Blacksburg, which would have made this a matchup of two Top 10 teams. Instead, the Sooners will still face a Top 25 team and hope to get back some credibility.

Oklahoma's defense has very quietly performed very well. They have held BYU and Tulsa, two teams with very prolific offenses, to just 27 total points in those two contests. That's not great news for Miami, who struggled against a high caliber defense last week.

On top of that, the Hurricanes defense has been gashed several times this year, which is really bad news. The Hurricanes pass defense was exposed in Week 1 by Florida State and the run defense was exposed by Virginia Tech.

This is just another bad matchup for the Hurricanes as they are proving to be more and more overrated by the second. Look for the Sooners to hang a number on them and get their credibility back. Also, keep in mind that the Sooners are off a bye week and have had an extra week to prepare for this contest. 

Sports Picks: Sooners -7.5

Virginia Tech Hokies @ Duke Blue Devils

College Football Odds: Hokies -16.5

There is good news and bad news for the Duke Blue Devils. The good news is that Duke is coming into this contest on a high after an offensive outburst last week that gave them a 49-14 win. The bad news is that last week they played North Carolina Central and this week they face a Top 10 team in the nation.

Since Virginia Tech joined the ACC, they have been smacking around Duke every year. The Hokies have won all five meetings against Duke and the average winning margin has been at least 24 points.

The problem for Duke this week will be that they their run defense just isn't up to the task. The Hokies have one of the best ground games around and they are going to run circles around Duke. On the flip side, Duke doesn't have the offense to match points and they are going up against one of the best defenses around. This is a very bad matchup for them.

Racebook Picks: Virginia Tech -16.5

Football Service Picks: LA Tech-Hawaii

Hawaii takes on Louisiana Tech. The pointspread for LA Tech-Hawaii has the Bulldogs laying 4.5 with a total of 54.5. Here are the best picks from the best football handicappers.

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Updated Odds to Win 2009 World Series

The latest odds to win the 2009 World Series has the New York Yankees at 7/4 to win the last game in October. They are followed by their hated rivals, the Boston Red Sox at 9/2.

The defending World Champion Philadelphia Phillies are 6/1 despite bullpen struggles.

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MLB Odds: Twins vs Tigers

The Minnesota Twins and the Detroit Tigers will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at Comerica Park. Righthander Carl Pavano will take the mound for the Twins to start this game. Pavano is 13-11 this season with a 4.86 ERA. It'll be Eddie Bonine toeing the rubber for the Tigers in this contest. Righthander Bonine is 0-1 with a 3.06 ERA so far this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Twins listed as 125-moneyline favorites versus the Tigers, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Brandon Inge went 2-for-4 with two runs batted in, as the Tigers edged the Twins 6-5 in the second game of their day-night doubleheader on Tuesday night. Detroit won as -160 home favorites, while the game played OVER the 8-run total listed by oddsmakers. Magglio Ordonez also knocked in two runs for the Tigers, as winning pitcher Justin Verlander allowed four runs over eight innings for Detroit. Brian Duensing was ripped for five runs over 4 2-3 innings to take the loss for Minnesota, which cashed Game 1 of the twinbill 3-2 as +110 underdogs earlier in the day. Team records: Minnesota: 82-75 SU Detroit: 84-73 SU Minnesota most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 4-6 Before playing Detroit are 6-4 After playing Detroit are 5-5 After a loss are 7-3 Detroit most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 9-1 Before playing Minnesota are 3-7 After playing Minnesota are 4-6 After a win are 5-5 A few trends to consider: Minnesota is 12-3 SU in its last 15 games Minnesota is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games on the road Minnesota is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Detroit Detroit is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Minnesota Detroit is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games Next up: Detroit home to Minnesota, Thursday, October 1

MLB Betting: Pirates vs Cubs

The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs meet at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon in the first game of a doubleheader. Righthander Charlie Morton will take the mound for the Pirates to start this game. Morton is 4-9 this season with a 5.01 ERA. Starting this game for the Cubs will be Ted Lilly. The lefthander has a 3.02 ERA to go along with a 12-8 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Cubs listed as 280-moneyline favorites versus the Pirates, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Ryan Dempster tossed a complete-game shutout to lead the Cubs over the Pirates 6-0 on Tuesday night. Chicago won as -245 home favorites, while the teams played UNDER the 8-run total set by sportsbooks. Derrek Lee, Micah Hoffpauir, and Jeff Baker drove in two runs apiece for the Cubs, as Sam Fuld was 3-for-4 for Chicago. Delwyn Young went 2-for-3 for Pittsburgh, while Kevin Hart gave up three earned runs over four innings to take the defeat for the Pirates. Team records: Pittsburgh: 59-97 SU Chicago: 82-74 SU Pittsburgh most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 3-7 Before playing Chi Cubs are 3-7 After playing Chi Cubs are 2-8 After a loss are 3-7 Chicago most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 6-4 Before playing Pittsburgh are 5-5 After playing Pittsburgh are 7-3 After a win are 6-4 A few trends to consider: Pittsburgh is 5-16 SU in its last 21 games Pittsburgh is 1-17 SU in its last 18 games on the road Pittsburgh is 0-5 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs Pittsburgh is 0-5 SU in their last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs Chi Cubs are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh Chi Cubs are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing Pittsburgh Chi Cubs are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games Chi Cubs are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games at home Next up: Chi Cubs home to Pittsburgh, Wednesday, September 30

Louisiana Tech and Hawaii Spread, Odds, Betting Line, Pick and Prediction

The football betting weekend gets off to an earlier start this week as Hawaii takes on Louisiana Tech. Bet Online has LA Tech at -4.5 and BetUs Sportsbook has the total at 55. BetUs has been rated No. 1 by OffshoreInsiders.com based on client feedback.

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Louisiana Tech and Hawaii Betting Odds, Football Picks Breakdown

It's a rare Wednesday night college football odds contest pitting Hawaii against Louisiana Tech. LA Tech is -4.5 at BetUs Sportsbook with a total of 55. The Rainbow Warriors are 2-1 straight up and a perfect 2-0 against the spread going over both lined contests. Their only loss was a heart-breaking one-point defeat at UNLV.

The Bulldogs are 1-2 straight up and 0-2 against the spread. Both losses were on the road, but the one win was to Nicholls State.

Hawaii still has a high powered offense getting 10.9 passing yards per attempt against teams normally allowing 7.9 and 8.3 yards per play to 6.2. Their defensive numbers in yards per rush, yards per pass, and yards per play are very close to their foes normal average.

Tech is horrid on offense, getting 3.1 yards per rush against teams normally allowing 4.8 and 7.1 yards per pass to 8.0. They are not much better on defense allowing teams to get .3 more yards per rush and .2 yards per pass above their normal average.

In yards per game Hawaii gets 514.7 per game compared to just 323.3 for Tech while they allow 384 compared to the Bulldogs 406.7.

Hawaii will be without starting RT Laupepa Letuli. This injury could prove big as the starting five on the offensive line has taken virtually every snap so far. LB Aaron Brown is also out.

Against the spread records: The Bulldogs are 9-22 after getting 6.75 or more yards per play in their previous game and 5-15 following a bye week. They are 6-1 their last seven at home, but 8-22 against teams with a winning record and 8-28 off an straight up win. The home team is 5-0 in the series.

Hawaii is 4-13 on the road off a bye week. However the Warriors are 6-1 on the road versus an opponent with a losing home record. They've covered 8-of-10 after allowing more than 450 total yards previous game. 

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Braves' playoff drive will continue with two more wins against Florida

To the shock of many sportsbook fans, the Atlanta Braves have quietly crept within two games of the National League Wild Card race. Thanks to an incredible hot streak (winning 15 of 17) the Braves suddenly have their eyes set on the postseason. With two winnable games against Florida on tap, they just might pull it off.

Tuesday, Sept. 29 @ 7:00 p.m. ET

Josh Johnson (15-5, 3.12) vs Tim Hudson (2-1, 3.56)

After sitting out nearly the entire season with an injury, Atlanta's Tim Hudson has made an impressive return to the bigs. The righty is coming off a six-inning, two-run effort against the Mets and he shows almost no signs of rust. Seeing the Marlins on the schedule must have been a welcome sight, too. In 14 career starts against Florida, Hudson is 8-2 with a 2.86 ERA. Hudson one of the reasons Atlanta will be a frightening opponent if it makes the postseason.

Josh Johnson is no slouch himself, however, as the young righty has positioned himself among the National League's best pitchers. He had an up-and-down effort against Philly in his last outing, striking out 10 while allowing seven hits and four runs in five innings. Given Johnson's mixed results against Atlanta this season (1-1, 4.36 ERA), the Braves' MLB playoff odds should get a little better with Hudson on the hill. Bet on the Braves.

Wednesday, Sept. 30 @ 7:00 p.m. ET

Ricky Nolasco (12-9, 5.28) vs. Javier Vazquez (15-9, 2.83)

It's easier to bet horses than figure out what Nolasco will bring to the table. He's impressed the Marlins at times, as largely because of his 179 strikeouts in 177.1 innings, but he's inconsistent and prone to being blown out. The Braves found a way to get to him, as Nolasco owns a 4.67 ERA in three games against Atlanta this season.

After pitching for the White Sox over the past three seasons, Vazquez has excelled in his first year with the Braves. His strikeout total is his best in six years, while his ERA and WHIP are at all-time lows. Most importantly, he's delivering just when Atlanta needs him most; he's won his past four starts and allowed just three runs over his last 32 innings. If anyone can stop him, though, it's the Marlins; Vazquez is 0-2 with a 5.68 ERA in four starts against Florida this year.

Obviously, neither Nolasco or Vazquez have fared well against their Wednesday-night opponents, but Vazquez has a better body of work to go along with a lineup of teammates that have been on fire, winning seven straight and 15 of 17. Look for Vazquez and the Braves to get it done for your MLB picks.

THE PICK: Atlanta wins Tuesday and Wednesday

Week 4 NFL Injuries 2009

NFL Vegas odds for week 4, 2009 are out as are most of the NFL power ratings for week 4. On Monday Night football, the Dallas Cowboys win and cover against the Carolina Panthers in a contest that goes way under the total to close out week 3 NFL betting.

Perhaps the most interesting game of the week and one of the top this year is the Baltimore Ravens at the New England Patriots New England is laying just -2 at home.

Some notes from Week 3 and how they will affect Week 4 NFL picks.

Cleveland Browns

Browns head coach Eric Mangini said he will decide by Wednesday which of his struggling QBs gets the call this weekend. Starter Brady Quinn was pulled at halftime and former starter Derek Anderson was just as incompetent in their 34-3 trouncing at Baltimore.

Cleveland’s only offensive touchdown was a meaningless one in the final minute of a blowout loss to the Vikings against the proverbial prevent defense.

Oakland Raiders

Raiders head coach Tom Cable was given the expected bad news from dictator Al Davis—JaMarcus Russell, one of the worst starting QBs in NFL betting history.

The Raiders though got some decent news. WR Chaz Schilens was projected as their No. 1 receiver but he’s been out since training camp. He did practice Monday and is expected to make his debut this week. 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Statuesque QB Byron Leftwich has been demoted to the No. 3 spot. Second-year pro Josh Johnson takes over the Buccaneers starting signal caller.

Indianapolis Colts

Colts Pro Bowl DE Dwight Freeney will miss 2-3 weeks. Freeney has four sacks in three games and his loss is devastating says Bill Gould of Lines-Maker.com.

Green Bay Packers

The Cheeseheads beleaguered offensive line got much needed good news. LT Chad Clifton is probable for their highly anticipated Monday Night Football battle with Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings.

St. Louis Rams

Speaking of a beleaguered offensive line, battering Rams QB Marc Bulger is doubtful with an injured shoulder. Journeyman Kyle Boller will likely start in his place.

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NFL Power Ratings 2009 Week 4 Come Out on National Coffee Day

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Handicapper Matt Rivers Picks

The sportsbooks continue to cry me a Rivers—Matt Rivers that is. The winningest handicapper on a large network of websites is up 255,000 stars since coming to The Show at OffshoreInsiders.com   

Tuesday, he has a complimentary winner on the Pittsburgh Pirates getting +220 at BetUs Sportsbook. Here is his sensational analysis:   

If you want to give me a price back like this with a Pittsburgh team that continues to play hard and a motivated pitcher that was traded away from the Cubs a few months ago then I'm fine with it.
 
The Bucos just outplayed the Dodgers in that last series which was capped with the double digit matinee victory yesterday. Andy LaRoche was an amazing 5-for-5 with two homers, 6 RBI and 4 runs scored. That's quite a day huh!?!?!?
 
Lou's squad has been beyond underachieving this season and even with studs in Aramis Ramirez and Derrek Lee are just overall a collection of underachieving mediocrity this season. When the Cubbies are getting a solid price back they become a quality team to back because they do have talent but in a big favorite spot like this they are beyond untrustworthy.
 
Ryan Dempster and that sinker is always dangerous if on but when it's not the guy can resort back to those sketchy closer days where you would just shake your head at how bad the guy could be. I'm sure Dempster will be alright today as the Bucos are still far from an offensive juggernaut but Andrew McCutcheon is a blossoming stud and a few others like LaRoche, Garret Jones and even Lastings Milledge (the underachieving former Met) can be alright.
 
Even if Dempster is on I have a decent feeling about Kevin Hart who will be more than ready to pitch today against the team that traded him about three months ago. Hart has been very good this season at times but seems to get no pub at all. When he filled in with the Cubs he hurled quality start after quality start and since being acquired by Pittsburgh has not been too bad either. Yes that last 8 earned run start was brutal but throw that out as one start does not make a pitcher and if anything will keep the righty even more focused today. With a ton of motivation today going up against his former mates there is no reason Hart won't have a solid start and keep the semi surging Pirates in the game.
 
Plus 220ish? Why the heck not!

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MLB Handicapping: Brewers vs Rockies

The Milwaukee Brewers and the Colorado Rockies will both be gunning for a victory on Tuesday when they meet at Coors Field. Chris Narveson will be the starting pitcher for the Brewers on this day. Lefthander Narveson is 1-0 this season with a 2.63 ERA. The Rockies will counter Narveson with Jason Marquis. Righthander Marquis has a 3.98 ERA to go along with a 15-12 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Rockies listed as 175-moneyline favorites versus the Brewers, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Mat Gamel hit a three-run blast for Milwaukee in its 6-5 loss to Philadelphia on Sunday. Philadelphia cashed as -135 road favorites, while the game played OVER the 9.5-run total set by sportsbooks. The Rockies defeated St. Louis 4-3 as a -190 favorite on Sunday. The seven runs scored fell UNDER the posted over/under total (9.5). Jorge De La Rosa allowed three runs on four hits with eight strikeouts in five innings for Colorado, while Carlos Gonzalez was 2-4 with an RBI and a run scored in the win. Team records: Milwaukee: 77-79 SU Colorado: 88-68 SU Milwaukee most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Colorado are 3-7 After playing Philadelphia are 6-4 After a loss are 5-5 Colorado most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 5-5 Before playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After playing St. Louis are 8-2 After a win are 6-4 A few trends to consider: The total has gone OVER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 5 games Milwaukee is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 6 games on the road Milwaukee is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games Colorado is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Milwaukee The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 5 games Colorado is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Milwaukee The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 5 games at home Next up: Colorado home to Milwaukee, Wednesday, September 30

MLB Betting: Marlins vs Braves

The Florida Marlins and the Atlanta Braves will meet on the field at Turner Field on Tuesday in a battle of division rivals. The Marlins will pin their hopes on the pitching of ace righthander Josh Johnson in this game. Johnson has a 15-5 record and a 3.12 ERA this season. The Braves will counter Johnson with Tim Hudson. Righthander Hudson has a 3.56 ERA to go along with a 2-1 record this season. Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total. Jair Jurrjens tossed seven scoreless innings to get the victory, as the Braves shut out the Marlins 4-0 on Monday night. Atlanta won as -175 home favorites, while the teams played UNDER the 8-run total listed by oddsmakers. Chipper Jones homered for the Braves, as Nate McLouth, Brian McCann, and Garret Anderson all drove in runs for Atlanta. Chris Coghlan and John Baker were both 2-for-4 for Florida, while losing pitcher Anibal Sanchez gave up three runs over five innings for the Marlins. Current streak: Florida has lost 2 straight games. Atlanta has won 7 straight games. Team records: Florida: 83-74 SU Atlanta: 86-70 SU Florida most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 4-6 Before playing Atlanta are 5-5 After playing Atlanta are 6-4 After a loss are 7-3 Atlanta most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 3-7 Before playing Florida are 5-5 After playing Florida are 4-6 After a win are 8-2 A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Florida's last 7 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Florida's last 5 games when playing on the road against Atlanta Florida is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing Atlanta Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta's last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Atlanta's last 5 games when playing at home against Florida Atlanta is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home Next up: Atlanta home to Florida, Wednesday, September 30

MLB Handicapping: Royals vs Yankees

The Kansas City Royals and the New York Yankees will both be trying to pick up a win on Tuesday when they battle at Yankee Stadium. Anthony Lerew will be the starting pitcher for the Royals on this day. Righthander Lerew is 0-1 this season with a 3.85 ERA. Meanwhile, it'll be AJ Burnett who starts for the Yankees. Righthander Burnett is 12-9 with a 4.19 ERA so far this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Yankees listed as 250-moneyline favorites versus the Royals, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Robinson Cano was 2-for-4 with a grand slam to lead the Yankees past the Royals 8-2 on Monday night. New York cashed as -160 home favorites, while the teams played UNDER the 10.5-run total posted by sportsbooks. Ramiro Pena went 2-for-4 with a homer and two runs batted in for the Yankees, as Chad Gaudin allowed two runs over 6 2-3 innings to get the victory for New York. Mark Teahen went yard for Kansas City, while Luke Hochevar took the loss after getting ripped for eight runs over six innings for the Royals. Current streak: New York has won 6 straight games. Team records: Kansas City: 64-93 SU New York: 101-56 SU Kansas City most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 4-6 Before playing NY Yankees are 4-6 After playing NY Yankees are 3-7 After a loss are 5-5 New York most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Kansas City are 7-3 After playing Kansas City are 6-4 After a win are 6-4 A few trends to consider: The total has gone OVER in 4 of Kansas City's last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Kansas City's last 15 games when playing NY Yankees Kansas City is 1-5 SU in their last 6 games when playing NY Yankees Kansas City is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games NY Yankees are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home NY Yankees are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games NY Yankees are 21-4 SU in their last 25 games when playing at home against Kansas City NY Yankees are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games when playing Kansas City Next up: NY Yankees home to Kansas City, Wednesday, September 30

MLB Odds: Astros vs Phillies

The Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies will both be gunning for a victory on Tuesday when they meet at Citizens Bank Park. Righthander Wilton Lopez will take the mound for the Astros to start this game. Lopez is 0-0 this season with a 0.00 ERA. The Phillies will counter Lopez with JA Happ. Lefthander Happ has a 2.83 ERA to go along with a 9-4 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Phillies listed as 300-moneyline favorites versus the Astros, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Jeff Keppinger was 3-for-5 with two runs batted in, as the Astros handled the Phillies 8-2 on Monday night. Houston won as +250 road underdogs, while the game played OVER the 8.5-run total set by sportsbooks. Carlos Lee was 2-for-5 with two RBIs for the Astros, as Yorman Bazardo gave up two runs over 5 2-3 innings to get the win for Houston. Chase Utley knocked in a run for Philadelphia, while Cole Hamels was rocked for six runs over 6 2-3 innings to take the loss for the Phillies. Current streak: Houston has won 2 straight games. Team records: Houston: 73-83 SU Philadelphia: 90-66 SU Houston most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 6-4 Before playing Philadelphia are 8-2 After playing Philadelphia are 6-4 After a win are 5-5 Philadelphia most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 4-6 Before playing Houston are 4-6 After playing Houston are 4-6 After a loss are 6-4 A few trends to consider: Houston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Philadelphia The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 7 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 7 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia Houston is 12-5 SU in its last 17 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 6 games at home Philadelphia is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 7 games when playing at home against Houston Next up: Philadelphia home to Houston, Wednesday, September 30

MLB Handicapping: Mets vs Nationals

Divisional bragging rights will be on the line on Tuesday when the New York Mets and the Washington Nationals meet at Nationals Park. The Mets will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Michael Pelfrey in this game. Pelfrey has a 10-12 record and a 5.07 ERA this season. It'll be J.D. Martin toeing the rubber for the Nationals in this contest. righthander Martin is 5-4 with a 4.71 ERA so far this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Nationals listed as 115-moneyline favorites versus the Mets, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Mike Morse went 3-for-4 with a solo homer to lead the Nationals over the Mets 2-1 on Monday night. Washington cashed as a -110 home pick 'em, while the game played UNDER the 9.5-run total listed by sportsbooks. Ross Detwiler allowed one run over six innings to earn the win for the Nationals, who got a run batted in from Ryan Zimmerman in the payday. Fernando Tatis was 2-for-4 with a run batted in for New York, while Nelson Figueroa gave up two runs over six innings to take the defeat for the Mets. Team records: New York: 67-90 SU Washington: 53-103 SU New York most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Washington are 4-6 After playing Washington are 5-5 After a loss are 3-7 Washington most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 4-6 Before playing NY Mets are 3-7 After playing NY Mets are 3-7 After a win are 1-9 A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Mets's last 5 games when playing on the road against Washington The total has gone UNDER in 9 of NY Mets's last 10 games when playing Washington NY Mets are 17-8 SU in its last 25 games when playing Washington The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Mets's last 6 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games when playing at home against NY Mets The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Washington's last 10 games when playing NY Mets Washington is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing NY Mets Washington is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against NY Mets Next up: Washington home to NY Mets, Wednesday, September 30

MLB Betting: Twins vs Tigers

The Minnesota Twins and the Detroit Tigers will meet on the field at Comerica Park on Tuesday afternoon in the first game of a doubleheader. The Twins will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Nick Blackburn in this game. Blackburn has a 11-11 record and a 4.18 ERA this season. Meanwhile, it'll be Rick Porcello who starts for the Tigers. Righthander Porcello is 14-9 with a 4.14 ERA so far this season. Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total. Michael Cuddyer drove in the lone run for Minnesota in its 4-1 loss to Kansas City on Sunday. Kansas City cashed as -175 home favorites, while the teams played UNDER the 8-run total listed by oddsmakers. Curtis Granderson went 3-for-4 with a big fly for the Tigers in their 8-4 loss to the White Sox on Sunday. Chicago won as +130 home underdogs, while the teams played OVER the 8.5-run total posted by oddsmakers. Team records: Minnesota: 81-74 SU Detroit: 83-72 SU Minnesota most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Detroit are 7-3 After playing Kansas City are 7-3 After a loss are 7-3 Detroit most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 5-5 Before playing Minnesota are 3-7 After playing Chi White Sox are 6-4 After a loss are 4-6 A few trends to consider: Minnesota is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games Minnesota is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games The total has gone OVER in 6 of Detroit's last 7 games at home The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games Detroit is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games Detroit is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Minnesota Next up: Detroit home to Minnesota, Tuesday, September 29

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If familiarity breeds contempt, there should be animosity aplenty on Tuesday when the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs meet at Wrigley Field. Righthander Kevin Hart will take the mound for the Pirates to start this game. Hart is 4-8 this season with a 5.68 ERA. The Cubs will counter Hart with Ryan Dempster. Righthander Dempster has a 3.68 ERA to go along with a 10-8 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Cubs listed as 255-moneyline favorites versus the Pirates, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Zach Duke allowed one run over 8 2-3 innings to earn the win, as the Pirates slammed the Dodgers 11-1 on Monday. Pittsburgh cashed as +140 home underdogs, while the game played OVER the 8.5-run total set by oddsmakers. The Cubs lost to San Francisco 5-1 as a -130 favorite on Sunday. The six runs scored fell UNDER the posted over/under total (7.5). Bobby Scales drove in the Cubs lone run and Randy Wells allowed five runs on 10 hits in 5 1-3 innings. Current streak: Pittsburgh has won 2 straight games. Team records: Pittsburgh: 59-96 SU Chicago: 81-74 SU Pittsburgh most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 2-8 Before playing Chi Cubs are 3-7 After playing LA Dodgers are 4-6 After a win are 3-7 Chicago most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing Pittsburgh are 5-5 After playing San Francisco are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4 A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 6 of Pittsburgh's last 8 games The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Pittsburgh's last 10 games when playing Chi Cubs The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Pittsburgh's last 9 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs Chi Cubs are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing Pittsburgh Chi Cubs are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games Chi Cubs are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games Next up: Chi Cubs home to Pittsburgh, Wednesday, September 30

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NCAA Football Odds: Utah State vs BYU

The Utah State Aggies and the BYU Cougars will both be gunning for a victory on Friday when they meet at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total. BYU took it to Colorado State, winning 42-23 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Week 4. Colorado State covered as a 19.5-point road underdog while the final score played over the 56-point total. Team records: Utah State: 1-2 SU, 2-1 ATS BYU: 3-1 SU, 3-1 ATS Utah State most recently: When playing in October are 1-9 When playing on grass are 2-8 After outgaining opponent are 2-8 When playing outside the conference are 1-9 BYU most recently: When playing in October are 9-1 When playing on grass are 8-2 After being outgained are 8-2 When playing outside the conference are 8-2 A few trends to consider: The total has gone OVER in 4 of Utah State's last 5 games on the road Utah State is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 games on the road Utah State is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing BYU Utah State is 6-19 SU in its last 25 games BYU is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Utah State BYU is 20-1 SU in its last 21 games at home BYU is 21-4 SU in its last 25 games BYU is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Utah State Next up: Utah State at New Mexico State, Saturday, October 10 BYU at UNLV, Saturday, October 10

NCAA Football Handicapping: Pittsburgh vs Louisville

The fans at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium will be treated to a game between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Louisville Cardinals when they take their seats on Friday. Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total. Pittsburgh was overwhelmed by North Carolina State in the second half, losing 38-31 in Week 4 at Carter-Finley Stadium. NC State covered as a 2-point home underdog while the final score played over the 47.5-point total. Louisville was handed a 30-14 defeat by Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Week 4. Utah covered as a 14-point home favorite while the final score played under the 52.5-point total. Current streak: Louisville has lost 2 straight games.. Team records: Pittsburgh: 3-1 SU, 2-1 ATS Louisville: 1-2 SU, 1-1 ATS Pittsburgh most recently: When playing in October are 6-4 When playing on turf are 6-4 After being outgained are 6-4 When playing within the conference are 6-4 Louisville most recently: When playing in October are 8-2 When playing on turf are 4-6 After being outgained are 3-7 When playing within the conference are 2-8 A few trends to consider: Pittsburgh is 12-4 SU in its last 16 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 7 games on the road Pittsburgh is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games on the road Pittsburgh is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 games on the road Louisville is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games at home Louisville is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games Next up: Pittsburgh home to Connecticut, Saturday, October 10 Louisville home to Southern Miss, Saturday, October 10

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Stafon Johnson, USC RB Suffers Freak Injury

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Jets at Saints: Defense wins championships, but Saints will win this game

A superb offense collides with an airtight defense when the Jets and Saints face off this week. Both teams are 3-0, so the winner of this contest can arguably lay claim to the title of "NFL's best team."

New York Jets at New Orleans Saints

Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4:05 p.m. ET

NFL Week 4 odds: Saints -6.5

The Saints offense made waves the first two weeks of the season and most of the credit belongs to quarterback Drew Brees. However, facing a Buffalo "D" that game planned to disrupt Brees, New Orleans prevailed with a powerful running game. The Saints rolled up 222 yards and three touchdowns on the ground, led by Pierre Thomas' 14 carries for 126 yards. The newfound balance makes this unit even more imposing.

New Orleans has been slowed by a weak defense over the past few seasons, but it came through against Buffalo this weekend. The team allowed just seven points, which came on a fake field goal. The pass rush opened up against Buffalo, with four sacks and an incredible 14 hits on the quarterback. Obviously, Buffalo isn't an offensive juggernaut, but we're betting management will take any progress it can get from the Saints defense.

The Jets, on the other hand, are making their money on defense. A week after Titans running back Chris Johnson racked up 284 yards and three touchdowns on just 23 touches against Houston, New York held him to 105 total yards on 23 touches while keeping him out of the end zone. Betting fans can make a very legitimate case that, right now, New York employs the best defense in the NFL; the Jets are allowing just 11.0 points per game.

Quarterback Mark Sanchez continued his solid play in last week's win over Tennessee. He hasn't been asked to win a game for New York—he just needs to stay within the offense, minimize mistakes and occasionally come up with a big play. Running backs Thomas Jones and Leon Washington do most of the heavy lifting; the Jets are 10^th in the NFL at 130 rushing yards per game.

Heading into the raucous Superdome will be a tough challenge for the young, cocky Jets. While their defense is certain to slow New Orleans, they can't shut it down, especially after the Saints proved they can pass and run the football. And considering New Orleans ratcheted up the pressure last week, young Sanchez might have a hard time adjusting to the situation. At the end of the day, keep your sports picks aligned with the team quarterbacked by the current MVP leader. Bet on Drew Brees and the Saints.

Official Betting Picks Preview: Cowboys vs. Panthers MNF Odds

The Monday Night Football picks are in from the top spread experts. Now it’s time for the official betting preview of the ESPN Monday Night Football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Carolina Panthers.

Handicapping notes: For those who believe desperation is a great motivator, it’s a big game for both teams. Carolina is 0-2 and the Cowboys are a precarious 1-1 straight up.  Both teams have the same against the spread mark as straight up. Each team has gone over both of their games.

Carolina’s incentive is to avoid an 0-3 start, well aware that since 1990 only three teams started out 0-3 and made the playoffs.

The Cowboys are trying to avoid going 0-2 in their new $1.4 billion stadium, know to locals as “the Death Star.” They’ve lost 4-of-6 straight up going back to last season including a heart-breaking last-second defeat at the hands of the New York Giants last week.

Cowboys RB Marion Barber is a game time decision but Dallas is very deep at RB with Felix Jones and Tashard Choice, so Barber’s injury would not be as big as it may seem says Stevie Vincent, Senior Handicapper at OffshoreInsiders.com

The top NFL betting expert ever Mike Godsey says his sources tell him Barber is doubtful to play.

Carolina also has a sensational 1-2 punch at RB with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart.

Tonight is the Panthers first regular season look at the 3-4 defense. They faced three in the preseason—Pittsburgh, Miami, and Baltimore—struggling significantly.

Top expert pick on this game: Can it get better than the best of all time? Update: Dandy Dog Pirates win easily for GodsTips clients! The greatest handicapper of this or any era continues to be GodsTips. The latest run includes 12-2 with all Wise Guys with several MLB underdogs along the way. In football it’s 9-1 with Wise Guys including the Bears and Packers yesterday.

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Against the spread records: Carolina is 8-2 off an straight up loss, but 1-6 their last seven when getting points. Dallas is 23-8 after allowing more than 30 points last game.

Over/under angles: Dallas has gone over six straight as a favorite of 3.5-10. However the Pokes have gone under 46-21 against teams with a losing record.

The Panthers have gone over 9-1 to the NFC.