I broke out of the doldrums with a 7-3 week last week. The big hit was Auburn's romp over Georgia. I wish I had bet the ranch because I saw that one coming. The big miss was Miami's destruction of Notre Dame.
This is a difficult week because many of the games will not be competitive. Many Power Five schools are participating in glorified scrimmages this Saturday before Rivalry Week.
As always, picks are against the spread and for entertainment purposes only.
Let's get to this week's selections.
The Citadel at Clemson +40 -- There is no line listed line for this game. The Bulldogs have had a disappointing season. They wrapped up Southern Conference play last Saturday by losing at Furman by 36 points. The Tigers will rest several starters in an attempt to heal some bumps and bruises for the final push. Clemson's MO lately has been to get a two-touchdown lead and then sit on it. I think Dabo will call the dogs off the Dogs before it gets out of control. Pick -- The Citadel
Georgia Tech at Duke +6.5 -- As predicted, the Yellow Jackets had their backs against the wall last week and came out swinging against Virginia Tech. It is tradition for Duke to give Tech fits, but I think the Jackets will take care of business at Wallace Wade Outdoor Stadium. Pick -- Georgia Tech
Kentucky at Georgia +21.5 -- Georgia got exposed last week. We all knew once the Bulldogs faced a team that could stuff the run, the Bulldogs were in trouble. Kentucky has won seven games, but nobody in the Bluegrass State cares because basketball season has started. Kentucky is fourth in the SEC in rushing defense at 121.9 per game. The Cats are capable of putting up a fight. The Dawgs should win, but I believe the spread is too high. Pick -- Kentucky
Kansas State at Oklahoma State -20.5 -- With some help, the Cowboys can still reach the Big 12 Championship game. But to keep that slim dream alive, OSU has to beat K-State. Spread is high, but I believe the Pokes can cover. Pick -- Oklahoma State
Wofford at South Carolina +28 -- No line listed line for this game. The Gamecocks have a bigger challenge than Clemson this week. Wofford, the Southern Conference champion, is 9-1. The short-haired Dogs can be a handful with their baffling wingbone offense. South Carolina will be looking forward to Clemson. Wofford is looking forward to the FCS playoffs. Tough call, but I think the Terriers will stay inside the 28. Pick -- Wofford
Michigan at Wisconsin -7.5 -- Wisconsin finally faces a team with a pulse. Home field is the difference. Pick -- Wisconsin
Virginia at Miami -19.0 -- Looking for a Miami letdown here after last week's stunning victory over Notre Dame. Virginia is not good enough to beat Miami, but I believe the Cavaliers will stay inside the number. Pick -- Virginia
Syracuse at Louisville -13.0 -- This should be an interesting shootout. Maybe one of those last-team-to-have-the-ball type games. I think Syracuse's offensive pace with give Louisville's mediocre defense a lot of problems. Pick -- Syracuse
N.C. State at Wake Forest -1.5 -- The Wolfpack might have its paws full. Wake scored 40 points in the second half last week on its way to a 64-43 victory over Syracuse. Wake is averaging 47.6 points per game in its last three games. Last Saturday, N.C. State, licking its wounds from the loss to Clemson, had to battle to get out of Boston alive. Take the Deacons. Pick -- Wake Forest
UCLA at Southern Cal -16.0 -- Southern Cal, with two losses, is still talking playoffs. To keep those slim hopes alive, the Trojans must get by an inconsistent UCLA team. Pick -- Southern Cal
Last Week -- 7-3
For The Season -- 55-53-2
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