The picks are in, The picks are in...
It's been a busy week outside of TNG for the staff. One has been traveling all over the country, while the other has been preparing for a new job and new place of residence. At any rate, here are our picks against the spread for Week 5. Marcus is really into the underdog and Kyle is into the chalk. Best of luck at the window and now on to the picks...
Marcus says...
Wisconsin -10 vs. Nebraska
The money continue to come in on the Badgers at home as the line moves to 10. Wiscy has been impressive so far, but Nebraska has QB Taylor Martinez and an option attack. Expect a good game in Madison and take Nebraska and the points.
Western Michigan +2.5 @ Connecticut
The line moved in favor of the Broncos from the initial posting. This is not a surprise given the national respect given to Carder and White. The Bronco defense must find a way to stop the UConn running attack in order to win this game. I like WMU to win the game outright.
Ohio St -3.5 vs. Michigan St
This game will define the season for Sparty as a loss will hurt their chances of the B1G title. The MSU offense can control the ball with Bell, Caper and Baker. Look for Captain Kirk to bounce back and the defense to contain Braxton Miller. I’m taking MSU and the points.
Virginia Tech -7 vs. Clemson
The line has stayed put on Va Tech and Clemson has the Hokies are getting respect at home. Clemson comes in with all of the momentum as Tajh Boyd has been the real deal. The Va Tech defense has been tough, but they haven’t seen an offense like the Tigers. I’m taking Clemson and the points.
Kyle says...
‘Bama -4.5 @ Florida
Defense and ball control will rule the day in the Swamp Saturday. ‘Bama continues to march toward a national title appearance on the back of the best defense in the nation. Florida may keep it somewhat interesting, but the Tide showed last week that it has no problem squashing a flashy offensive attack. ‘Bama covers.
Texas A&M -3 vs. Arkansas
The Aggies and Hogs are coming off of tough losses in gut check games last weekend. The Arkansas defense, though, isn’t ready for the Aggs offensive attack in Arlington. A&M covers.
Washington @ Utah -7.5
The Huskies take their high octane attack (how many descriptions are there?) into Utah to face the Utes’ defense, which has been stingy in Pac 12 play. Look for the Utes to cover on the strength of their D.
Nevada @ Boise State -27.5
Boise State hasn’t missed a beat in the passing game despite the loss of two major receivers to the NFL last year. Nevada is rebuilding on both sides of the ball, and cruising for a bruising after ruining the Broncos’ BCS title hopes after the miracle in Reno last season. It’s a big number to cover, but Boise will get all of it.
Season Standings:
Kyle - 9-6-1
Marcus - 8-8-0
Marcus says...
Wisconsin -10 vs. Nebraska
The money continue to come in on the Badgers at home as the line moves to 10. Wiscy has been impressive so far, but Nebraska has QB Taylor Martinez and an option attack. Expect a good game in Madison and take Nebraska and the points.
Western Michigan +2.5 @ Connecticut
The line moved in favor of the Broncos from the initial posting. This is not a surprise given the national respect given to Carder and White. The Bronco defense must find a way to stop the UConn running attack in order to win this game. I like WMU to win the game outright.
Ohio St -3.5 vs. Michigan St
This game will define the season for Sparty as a loss will hurt their chances of the B1G title. The MSU offense can control the ball with Bell, Caper and Baker. Look for Captain Kirk to bounce back and the defense to contain Braxton Miller. I’m taking MSU and the points.
Virginia Tech -7 vs. Clemson
The line has stayed put on Va Tech and Clemson has the Hokies are getting respect at home. Clemson comes in with all of the momentum as Tajh Boyd has been the real deal. The Va Tech defense has been tough, but they haven’t seen an offense like the Tigers. I’m taking Clemson and the points.
Kyle says...
‘Bama -4.5 @ Florida
Defense and ball control will rule the day in the Swamp Saturday. ‘Bama continues to march toward a national title appearance on the back of the best defense in the nation. Florida may keep it somewhat interesting, but the Tide showed last week that it has no problem squashing a flashy offensive attack. ‘Bama covers.
Texas A&M -3 vs. Arkansas
The Aggies and Hogs are coming off of tough losses in gut check games last weekend. The Arkansas defense, though, isn’t ready for the Aggs offensive attack in Arlington. A&M covers.
Washington @ Utah -7.5
The Huskies take their high octane attack (how many descriptions are there?) into Utah to face the Utes’ defense, which has been stingy in Pac 12 play. Look for the Utes to cover on the strength of their D.
Nevada @ Boise State -27.5
Boise State hasn’t missed a beat in the passing game despite the loss of two major receivers to the NFL last year. Nevada is rebuilding on both sides of the ball, and cruising for a bruising after ruining the Broncos’ BCS title hopes after the miracle in Reno last season. It’s a big number to cover, but Boise will get all of it.
Season Standings:
Kyle - 9-6-1
Marcus - 8-8-0
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