Week 7: MSU-UM picks edition

The picks are in! The picks are in!

Just in time for the early morning gamblin' crowd, here goes...

Marcus says...

Michigan State -3 vs. Michigan
The money is coming in on Sparty as the line has moved to 3. I’ve wrestled with this, considering MSU’s defense against Michigan’s inconsistent offense as well as MSU’s offensive struggles at times. I expect a good game on Saturday, take UM and the points.

Northern Illinois +1.5 vs. Western Michigan
The hype is around the QB’s Harnish and Carder, but the WMU running game is what may take center stage. It’s homecoming in DeKalb, but the crowd won’t be enough to stop the Broncos. Western Michigan covers.

Virginia +7.5 vs. Georgia Tech
There has been a lot of talk about GT having a tough time in Charlottesville this week, but I just don’t see it. Washington and Smith are a handful and will be too much for the Virginia defense. Tech covers.

Maryland +8 vs. Clemson
Maryland beat the spread last week against Georgia Tech, while still taking another L. Hopefully the Terp faithful can take solace in that. I don’t see the same fortunes this week for Maryland as Clemson and Tajh Boyd are going to score some points. The Tigers cover here.

Kyle says...

Oklahoma St. -7 at Texas

This line got a little tighter this week, but I'd guess that cash is coming in from bettors who think Bevo isn't going to give up two straight in the Lone Star State to rivals from up north. Pride is a nice sentiment, but I don't see this disjointed defense straightening out against the best offensive attack in the nation. OSU covers.

Arizona St. at Oregon -14

This line tightened from -16 earlier this week and could be even tighter by the time you pick this up. Arizona St. has proven itself very competent at scoring points and keeping up in shootouts this season. That said, I think Darron Thomas uses more of his weapons with LaMichael James out, and the Ducks cover at home.

Florida -2 @ Auburn

This is a no-brainer for me against the spread. Auburn controls the line of scrimmage in a running battle and keeps Florida from more than lucky plays in the passing game. Auburn beats the spread.

LSU -17 @ Tennessee

The Bayou Bengals are waiting on their date with Alabama and will continue to roll through anyone in the nation that gets in their way. Tennessee looked miles behind Georgia last week, and Tyler Bray can't continue to singlehandedly carry that offense, especially against the likes of the Honey Badger. LSU covers.

Season Standings:

Marcus - 14-10-0
Kyle - 12-11-1