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Seventeen more Week 11 picks—zero fluff, all edges. We hit mismatch after mismatch using finishing-drives, success rate, PPA margin, and pace so you can act before kickoff. Headliners include SMU at Boston College (Mustangs' passing edge), Colorado at West Virginia (WVU ground game vs CU rush D), Temple at Army (possession squeeze), and a potential blowout with Ohio State at Purdue.We dig into leverage and live-dog spots: James Madison at Marshall, Duke at UConn, Kansas at Arizona, Iowa State at TCU, Washington at Wisconsin, Stanford at North Carolina, Maryland at Rutgers, and Virginia vs Wake Forest. Plus primetime swings: Florida State at Clemson, Cal at Louisville, Florida at Kentucky, Nebraska at UCLA, and Sam Houston at Oregon State under the lights at Reser.1:01 SMU vs Boston College5:01 Colorado vs West Virginia8:19 Temple vs Army11:24 Ohio State vs Purdue14:54 James Madison vs Marshall18:20 Duke vs UConn22:14 Kansas vs Arizona24:51 Iowa State vs TCU28:21 Washington vs Wisconsin32:07 Stanford vs North Carolina35:21 Maryland vs Rutgers39:13 Wake Forest vs Virginia42:53 Florida State vs Clemson48:17 Cal vs Louisville52:19 Florida vs Kentucky57:13 Nebraska vs UCLA1:00:35 Sam Houston vs Oregon State

Week 11's 10 Biggest Games are loaded with edges—and we've got picks backed by pace, success rate, PPA margin, and finishing-drives data you can actually use before kickoff. We start at Kinnick with Oregon vs Iowa (elite trench chess match), roll into LSU at Alabama (Tide passing efficiency vs LSU's road form), and hit BYU at Texas Tech with College GameDay in Lubbock (BYU's TO/ST edge vs Tech's grind).We keep it moving: Indiana at Penn State (Hoosiers' 2H dominance), Texas A&M at Missouri (freshman QB vs Elko defense), Navy at Notre Dame (Irish roll, number too big), Auburn at Vanderbilt (interim spark + defense travel), and the sandwich spot Georgia at Mississippi State (Starkville cover machine). We close with leverage games: Southern Miss at Arkansas State (Jonesboro ATS wagon) and a late-night San Diego State at Hawaii showdown (Aztecs' pass D vs Run-N-Shoot).Topics covered: ATS picks, MAC/Sun Belt/MWC angles, rushing success rate, passing success rate, PPA margin, red-zone TD rate, turnover margin, strength of schedule, and where the market disagrees with the models.0:58 Oregon vs Iowa6:34 LSU vs Alabama12:15 BYU vs Texas Tech18:37 Indiana vs Penn State24:18 Texas A&M vs Missouri29:42 Navy vs Notre Dame35:04 Auburn vs Vanderbilt42:13 Georgia vs Mississippi State48:29 Southern Miss vs Arkansas State53:31 San Diego State vs Hawaii

Weeknight chaos = profit. We're breaking down every MAC, AAC, Sun Belt, Big 12, and Big Ten matchup from Tuesday to Friday with actionable angles, efficiency edges, and ATS leans you can use before kickoff. From Akron–UMass and Miami (OH)–Ohio in a pivotal MAC race, to Kent State–Ball State and NIU–Toledo on Wednesday, we spotlight pace, success rate, PPA margin, and finishing-drives metrics that actually move spreads.Thursday turns spicy: Georgia Southern–App State rivalry vibes and UTSA–USF where the Bulls' explosive ground game meets a boom-or-bust Roadrunner defense. Friday closes with Houston–UCF in a short-week test of discipline and special teams, Northwestern–USC at the Coliseum where the Trojans' run game should separate, and Tulane–Memphis with AAC stakes and a Tiger second-half surge trend.Topics covered: betting picks and lines, MACtion trends, rushing explosiveness, defensive success rate, red-zone/points-per-scoring-opportunity, turnover margin, and strength-of-schedule context—plus where the numbers disagree with the market.1:03 UMass vs Akron4:44 Miami (OH) vs Ohio9:24 Kent State vs Ball State13:10 Northern Illinois vs Toledo17:30 Georgia Southern vs App State22:48 UTSA vs South Florida28:48 Houston vs UCF35:03 Northwestern vs USC41:03 Tulane vs Memphis

This week on Big 12/SEC Breakdown, Tyler Jones and Thomas Bridges deliver scorching hot takes and deep analysis. Is Vanderbilt really playoff-bound? Could Brent Venables survive a Tennessee upset? The crew debates the futures of LSU, Oklahoma, and Baylor, while breaking down every major game across both conferences. From Houston's Big 12 surge to Georgia's continued dominance, no topic is off-limits. Plus, why LSU's leadership mess might scare away top coaching candidates.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

In this Halloween edition of Yards and Stripes, Price Atkinson and Steve Carney recap Navy's seventh straight win and preview two huge matchups: Navy at North Texas and Army vs. Air Force for the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy. The hosts hand out game balls, debate predictions, and share laughs over pizza picks. Plus, this week's Travis Manion Foundation Honor Roll segment honors another fallen service member. It's everything Service Academy football fans need to get ready for the biggest weekend yet!This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

In Week 10 of Florida Football Insiders, Jason Powers welcomes Tony Siracusa of Last Word on Sports for a deep dive into the chaos swirling through Florida's football programs. From Billy Napier's exit in Gainesville to Mike Norvell's uncertain future at Florida State, the coaching carousel is spinning fast. They also discuss Lane Kiffin's growing allure for LSU and Florida, Mario Cristobal's playoff push with Miami, and USF's costly mistakes in Memphis. Plus, Tony offers insights into Wake Forest's defensive resurgence and the ACC playoff picture.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 10 is loaded, so we're going rapid-fire through 18 games with numbers, matchups, and edges you can actually use. From Arizona–Colorado and Notre Dame–Boston College to Duke–Clemson, Michigan–Purdue, and the late-night Hawaii–San Jose State tilt, I stack my power ratings, stats-projected spreads, last-4-weeks form, and key metrics like finishing drives and Havoc against the market.We break down: Boise State–Fresno State, Florida State–Wake Forest, Pitt–Stanford, Indiana–Maryland, Ole Miss–South Carolina, Georgia Tech–NC State, Texas Tech–Kansas State, East Carolina–Temple, Auburn–Kentucky, Mississippi State–Arkansas, Virginia Tech–Louisville, Cal–Virginia, and Oregon State–Washington State. Expect trench talk (OL yards, stuff rate), explosiveness checks, red-zone TD rates, and turnover profiles that swing spreads.If you're hunting Week 10 college football picks, CFB predictions, and against-the-spread best bets, this episode delivers a full card with concise leans and an end-of-show recap.

IndyCar Tim breaks down one of the most dramatic weeks of the season in Texas college football. The Aggies humiliate LSU in Death Valley, sending Brian Kelly packing, while Texas once again survives itself in a wild overtime win over Mississippi State. Texas Tech returns to form with a 42–0 shutout, and TCU continues its steady climb with a win over West Virginia. Plus, SMU's ACC magic finally runs out and Cincinnati keeps rolling in the Big 12.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Ten biggest games, ten actionable edges—built from five factors, PPA, finishing drives, first-half margins, and strength of schedule. We break down Oklahoma–Tennessee, Penn State–Ohio State, Miami–SMU, Cincinnati–Utah, Navy–North Texas, Georgia–Florida in Jacksonville, Vanderbilt–Texas, USC–Nebraska, Arizona State–Iowa State, and Air Force–Army.Expect specifics, not vibes: why Tennessee's passing game can stress Oklahoma's elite havoc front, how Ohio State's standard-downs machine squeezes Penn State, why SMU's red-zone defense can keep Miami honest, Utah's trench advantage vs Cincinnati, Navy's No.1 rushing profile vs UNT's run D, interim-coach volatility for Florida vs Georgia, Texas's athlete advantage vs Vandy's efficiency, Nebraska's penalty/whistle edge vs USC, Iowa State's special teams and finishing-drives edge at home, and Air Force's scoring profile vs Army.Keywords: Week 10 college football picks, SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, AAC, five factors, PPA, finishing drives, red-zone rates.If this helped, smash Subscribe and Like—it tells the algorithm you want more college football betting breakdowns. Drop your card in the comments so we can compare notes. Stat sheets + hypothetical matchup tool: buymeacoffee.com/winningcures (bettingcfb.com).1:18 Oklahoma vs Tennessee5:40 Penn State vs Ohio State9:49 Miami (FL) vs SMU12:48 Cincinnati vs Utah17:53 Navy vs North Texas22:27 Georgia vs Florida27:10 Vanderbilt vs Texas33:25 USC vs Nebraska37:43 Arizona State vs Iowa State42:11 Army vs Air Force

In this episode of Get Off My Pylon, host Matt Zemek covers the latest in Western college football, beginning with the Mountain West where San Diego State is still alive in the Group of Five race following a convincing road shutout over Fresno State. In the Bay Area, Stanford impressed by giving Miami a tough battle for longer than expected, while Cal's agonizing overtime loss to Virginia Tech suggests a middle-of-the-road existence, though a win over Stanford would guarantee a bowl berth. The Big 12 is highlighted by undefeated BYU, led by freshman QB Bear Bachmeier, who continues to conquer in-game adversity in road wins, making Offensive Coordinator Aaron Rodrick a hot coaching commodity. Utah's upcoming game against a surprising Cincinnati team will be a measuring stick for the Utes after they easily dispatched Colorado. In the Big Ten, Washington hammered Illinois, keeping the Huskies in the conference and playoff conversation. Conversely, UCLA was blown out by Indiana, exposing a lack of depth and physicality against top teams, prompting calls for Athletic Director Martin Jarmond's firing and a broad head coaching search. Finally, USC had the week off and faces a crucial, defining road game against Nebraska, which will serve as a playoff and Big Ten title eliminator for the loser.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Nine midweek games, nine actionable bets. I break down JMU–Texas State, UTEP–Kennesaw, Jacksonville State–Middle Tennessee, FIU–Missouri State, Marshall–Coastal, Tulane–UTSA, Memphis–Rice, UNC–Syracuse, and Sam Houston–Louisiana Tech using five factors, PPA, finishing drives, first-half projections, turnover margin, and strength of schedule—so you know where the numbers align with the market.Expect specific edges: JMU's five-factors gap over Texas State, Kennesaw's first-half surge vs UTEP's slow starts, MTSU's run defense against JSU's ground game, FIU's red-zone defense in a field-goal script, Marshall's passing explosiveness vs Coastal, Tulane's line-of-scrimmage advantage and UTSA's red-zone leaks, a Memphis sandwich spot at Rice, UNC's defensive improvement against a fading Syracuse, and Louisiana Tech's havoc/explosive pass edge over Sam Houston.Keywords: Week 10 college football picks, JMU vs Texas State, Marshall vs Coastal, Tulane vs UTSA, Memphis vs Rice, UNC vs Syracuse, CUSA picks, Sun Belt picks, AAC betting, five factors, PPA, finishing drives.Like what you hear? Subscribe and tap the thumbs up—then drop your picks in the comments so we can compare cards. Stat sheets and the hypothetical matchup tool for every FBS game are available to members at buymeacoffee.com/winningcures (bettingcfb.com).0:46 James Madison vs Texas State3:55 UTEP vs Kennesaw State7:38 Jacksonville State vs Middle Tennessee10:27 FIU vs Missouri State15:16 Marshall vs Coastal Carolina18:31 Tulane vs UTSA22:50 Memphis vs Rice27:38 North Carolina vs Syracuse32:12 Sam Houston vs Louisiana Tech

Week 9 in the Big Ten brought unexpected fireworks across the board. Host Noah Drury breaks down Iowa's offensive awakening against Minnesota, Rutgers' late win over Purdue, Oregon's steady control in bad weather, and Washington's bounce-back over Illinois. Plus, chaos in Nebraska, UCLA's reality check, and another one-sided Michigan–Michigan State rivalry game. Noah also previews the upcoming matchups—including Ohio State vs. Penn State—and touches on the growing tension around Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith. It's a full slate of Big Ten storylines as the season enters November.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

This week, Matthew, Jeff, and returning guest John Cary dive into the biggest stories from Week 9. Georgia Tech continues its climb as the ACC's most impressive squad, while Virginia struggles despite a win. The crew previews key Week 10 matchups, including Georgia Tech at NC State and Miami at SMU, and discusses coaching shakeups across college football. John also shares his thoughts on Florida State's basketball future under Luke Loucks and why ACC football's November stretch could define the playoff picture. A must-listen for ACC fans from Tallahassee to Chapel Hill.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

This week, Tyler Jones and Thomas Bridges welcome 105.3 The Fan host Jake Riepma to break down the college football scene in the Lone Star State.  The guys break down Texas A&M, one of the six remaining undefeated teams in FBS college football, plus discuss the Longhorns and Red Raiders, and even get into a little Oklahoma talk.  Tyler and Thomas also give their hot takes on Billy Napier's ouster in Florida, Hugh Freeze's final days at Auburn and BYU's chances of winning the Big 12.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Jason Powers dives into a wild weekend across the Sunshine State. Florida fires Billy Napier, and Gainesville Sun's Kevin Brockway joins to unpack how it happened and who might be next in line — from Lane Kiffin to Rhett Lashlee. Then, Joey Johnston of the USF Bulls Radio Network previews USF's high-stakes showdown at Memphis and discusses the Bulls' playoff dreams, Alex Golesh's coaching rise, and new CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins' impact. Plus, updates on Miami's upset loss, FSU's struggles, and a tough week for the Jaguars, Bucs, and Dolphins. It's your one-stop listen for Florida football chaos and clarity.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 9 = wall-to-wall action. I'm firing on 18 games with data-backed edges: PPA, success rate, five factors, strength of schedule, pace, and finishing drives. If you like underdogs, rivalry spots, and letdown/lookahead traps—this slate is loaded.We hit Oregon–Wisconsin, Purdue as a home dog vs Rutgers, Texas–Mississippi State, Northwestern–Nebraska, Minnesota–Iowa's rock fight, and a spicy Michigan–Michigan State number. In the Big 12, it's Kansas–Kansas State, Oklahoma State–Texas Tech, TCU–West Virginia, and Houston–Arizona State. ACC leans include Georgia Tech–Syracuse, Virginia–North Carolina, and NC State–Pitt. Out West: San Diego State–Fresno and Toledo–Washington State. Plus SEC primetime: Auburn–Arkansas and Tennessee–Kentucky. I'll explain where the metrics align (or clash) with the market and why situational angles matter.Topics and keywords for search: Week 9 college football picks, ATS predictions, Oregon vs Wisconsin spread, Sunflower Showdown, Tennessee vs Kentucky, Auburn vs Arkansas, PPA, success rate, five factors, finishing drives.1:28 Wisconsin vs Oregon5:29 Rutgers vs Purdue8:52 Texas vs Mississippi State12:28 Northwestern vs Nebraska17:20 Minnesota vs Iowa20:22 Michigan vs Michigan State23:21 Kansas State vs Kansas27:17 Syracuse vs Georgia Tech32:06 Virginia vs North Carolina36:21 San Diego State vs Fresno State40:15 Auburn vs Arkansas43:37 NC State vs Pitt48:01 Toledo vs Washington State51:15 Oklahoma State vs Texas Tech54:45 TCU vs West Virginia58:30 Stanford vs Miami (FL)1:02:16 Tennessee vs Kentucky1:06:21 Houston vs Arizona State

Texas football fans, buckle up! In this week's Pigskin Burnt Ends, IndyCar Tim breaks down a dramatic Week 8 across the Lone Star State. The Longhorns barely survive at Kentucky, SMU takes down Clemson in a signature ACC win, and TCU weathers storms—literally—to edge Baylor. Meanwhile, Texas A&M remains perfect after another offensive explosion, Houston hits a game-winning field goal, North Texas rebounds big, and Texas Tech suffers a stunning loss in the desert. From overtime heroics to coaching chatter and playoff hopes, Andy covers it all with insight, stats, and signature sarcasm.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

This week on Yards and Stripes, Price Atkinson and Steve Carney recap an emotional slate of games across the service academies. Army dominated but fell short against Tulane, Air Force ended its losing streak with a much-needed win over Wyoming, and Navy looks to remain unbeaten heading into its homecoming clash with FAU. The hosts hand out game balls, celebrate Mountain West award winners, and reflect on this week's Travis Manion Foundation honoree. Plus, they preview what's ahead for the Commander-in-Chief Trophy race. This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Eight midweek games, eight edges to attack. I'm diving into the Week 9 G5 slate—CUSA, Sun Belt, and AAC—where the lines move fast and the value hides in finishing-drives, havoc, and recent-form splits.We hit Kennesaw State–FIU, WKU–Louisiana Tech, Middle Tennessee–Delaware, Missouri State–New Mexico State, South Alabama–Georgia State, North Texas–Charlotte, Cal–Virginia Tech, and Boise State–Nevada. I compare my stats-projected spreads, power ratings, and last-4-weeks numbers against the market, plus schedule spots (short weeks, body-clock travel) and strength-of-schedule gaps. Expect talk on red-zone efficiency, points per scoring opportunity, havoc rate, pass/rush success, and pace—the stuff that actually swings covers.If you want the full stat sheets and my comparison tool each week, join the crew: BuyMeACoffee.com/WinningCures (BettingCFB.com).If this helped you beat the number, hit subscribe, like, and drop your picks in the comments—let's see where you're leaning on these midweek matchups.Keywords: Week 9 college football picks, CUSA picks, Sun Belt picks, AAC picks, Kennesaw State vs FIU, Western Kentucky vs Louisiana Tech, Middle Tennessee vs Delaware, Missouri State vs New Mexico State, North Texas vs Charlotte, Cal vs Virginia Tech, Boise State vs Nevada.0:47 Kennesaw State vs FIU5:41 Western Kentucky vs Louisiana Tech10:56 Middle Tennessee vs Delaware15:42 Missouri State vs New Mexico State19:49 South Alabama vs Georgia State25:48 North Texas vs Charlotte31:27 Cal vs Virginia Tech36:42 Boise State vs Nevada

In this week's Get Off My Pylon, Matt Zemek unpacks a wild slate of college football out West. Jay Norvell's firing caps a messy Mountain West campaign, Stanford shocks Florida State, and Cal barely survives North Carolina. In the Big 12, BYU wins the Holy War while Arizona State and Kenny Dillingham stay in the title hunt. UCLA's defensive grit sparks new life under Tim Skipper, while Washington's offense and USC's Lincoln Riley continue to disappoint. Zemek connects the dots between chaos, coaching, and character — from Tempe to South Bend — as Week 9 looms large for programs on the rise and those on the edge.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

In this week's Big Ten Paradigm, Noah Drury unpacks a volatile Week 8 in the conference, and looks ahead to crucial Week 9 matchups.Minnesota's powerful defensive performance resulted in a 24-6 win over Nebraska, highlighted by a shocking nine sacks against the Cornhuskers. The loss led to questions about the long-term direction of the Nebraska program under Matt Rhule.Meanwhile, USC's Lincoln Riley and his team continue a frustrating pattern, disappointing in a big game loss to Notre Dame. Drury argues that despite amazing skills talent, the Trojans failed to play collectively for four quarters. Notre Dame's defensive mistakes forced USC errors, securing the win for the Fighting Irish..This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 9 is loaded—ten spotlight games, sharp line moves, and a few schedule spots the market's sleeping on. I'm breaking down where my models disagree with Vegas and which numbers actually matter.We start with South Florida–Memphis after a full touchdown swing, then head to Death Valley for Texas A&M–LSU and why the havoc vs. protection matchup tilts this one. Ole Miss walks into Oklahoma's No. 1 defensive success rate—can the Rebels' timing survive OU's havoc? Alabama's fifth straight grinder lands in Columbia; is South Carolina a live cover in a classic trap spot?Tempo and finishing drives define Baylor–Cincinnati. UCLA's 9 a.m. body-clock trip to Indiana meets a top-five PPA margin. GameDay hits Nashville for Missouri–Vanderbilt, where the Commodores' passing success faces a legit Tigers D. Illinois' road ATS run under Bielema meets Washington's leaky pass defense. BYU's fourth road trip in six weeks visits Iowa State off a bye. And Colorado comes off a bye at Utah the week after the Holy War—historically a rough ATS spot for the Utes.Keywords: college football picks, ATS predictions, success rate, PPA, havoc rate, finishing drives, strength of schedule, Week 9 lines.1:01 USF vs Memphis6:26 Texas A&M vs LSU13:41 Ole Miss vs Oklahoma19:09 Alabama vs South Carolina28:46 Baylor vs Cincinnati35:30 UCLA vs Indiana41:35 Missouri vs Vanderbilt48:26 Illinois vs Washington55:27 BYU vs Iowa State1:00:48 Colorado vs Utah

Week 8 in the ACC was pure chaos — and we break it all down. Louisville shocks Miami with a gutsy offensive game plan that rattled Carson Beck and shook up the playoff race. Boston College collapses against UConn, Florida State spirals further after a stunning Stanford loss, and Virginia faces a potential trap game against North Carolina. Georgia Tech stays undefeated but must avoid complacency. Beyond the ACC, we spotlight Vanderbilt's Cinderella run, key G5 matchups, and a massive FCS clash between North Dakota State and South Dakota State. Plus, Will Ojanen joins the show to preview a deep, competitive ACC basketball season that could see multiple teams in March Madness.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Jason Powers dives into a pivotal week for programs across the state. The Florida Gators football face mounting pressure on Billy Napier. Florida State Seminoles football stumble again, while South Florida Bulls football surge to 5–1. Miami stays strong, and UCF, FAU, and FIU fight to stay competitive. On the NFL side, the Bucs, Dolphins, and Jaguars all face key matchups. It's a week defined by high stakes, coaching chatter, and playoff positioning.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Tyler Jones and Thomas Bridges are joined this week by Jenni Carlson, sports columnist from the Oklahoman.  They get into the coaching search being conducted by Oklahoma State to take over for Mike Gundy, who was fired earlier in the season.  They also get into the possibility that Brent Venables could also be on the hot seat in Oklahoma after dropping the Red River Rivalry to Texas last week.  Tyler and Thomas also get into the possible landing spots for the recently fired James Franklin and Arizona State's downfall.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 8 ESPN College Pick'em is back—ten spread picks and one tiebreak, rapid-fire with data. We hit Ole Miss–Georgia, Ohio State–Wisconsin, Texas A&M–Arkansas, UNLV–Boise State, Michigan State–Indiana, Texas Tech–Arizona State, Oregon–Rutgers, Tennessee–Alabama, USC–Notre Dame, and Cincinnati–Oklahoma State—plus my Ole Miss–Georgia total tiebreak (63).I'm using PPA, success rate, finishing drives, havoc, and turnover margin to find edges the market misses:Kiffin vs Georgia's secondary → Ole Miss live dogBuckeyes defense vs Wisconsin's scoring issuesA&M DL havoc vs Arkansas' ball securityUNLV offense in a live-dog spot at BoiseIndiana blowout risk, but MSU's backdoor windowTech trenches vs ASU QB healthOregon bounce-back against Rutgers' coverage metricsHeupel explosives to stress AlabamaIrish takeaways vs USC depth at RBCincy backdoor tendencies vs Oklahoma State cushionIf you're here for college football betting angles and contest strategy, subscribe and like—this is a one-man shop at Winning Cures Everything and your support keeps the stat sheets, projections, and matchup tool rolling. Drop your picks below and grab the full sheets at bettingcfb.com / buymeacoffee.com/winningcures.

This week on Yards and Stripes, hosts Price Atkinson and Steve Carney break down an unforgettable weekend of Service Academy football. Army earns its first home win of the season behind a dominant defense and the legs of Cade Helms. Navy stays perfect with a dramatic 51-yard touchdown run and gutsy two-point conversion from Blake Horvath. Meanwhile, Air Force and UNLV combine for 99 points in one of the most explosive games of the year. Plus, a look ahead to Army vs Tulane and Air Force vs Wyoming, weekly picks, and honoring a fallen service member with the Travis Manion Foundation Honor Roll.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 8 keeps cooking—15 more matchups, quick and sharp. I'm breaking down UTSA–North Texas, Oklahoma–South Carolina, LSU–Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech–Duke, Missouri–Auburn, Ohio State–Wisconsin, Michigan State–Indiana, SMU–Clemson, Texas A&M–Arkansas, Memphis–UAB, Mississippi State–Florida, Oregon–Rutgers, Washington State–Virginia, Pitt–Syracuse, and Florida State–Stanford with my usual PPA, success rate, finishing drives, turnover margin, five-factors lens.Where I see edges:UTSA's explosive run game vs North Texas run DCoctober volatility in Columbia for OU–SCARVandy's efficiency against LSU's one-gear offenseDuke first-half angle vs Georgia TechJordan-Hare at night for Auburn vs MizzouOhio State's defense smothering WisconsinIndiana blowout profile vs Michigan StateSMU's pass game to test Clemson lateA&M havoc vs Arkansas giveawaysMemphis' ground game and 6-0 ATS heaterMississippi State value at FloridaOregon bounce-back airing it out at RutgersVirginia spot after Wazzu's scarePitt passing edge at SyracuseStanford hang-around spot vs Florida StateIf this helped you find a side (or a fade), hit Subscribe and Like—this is a one-man show at Winning Cures Everything. Drop your picks in the comments and snag my stat sheets + matchup tool at bettingcfb.com.

It was a tale of triumph and heartbreak across Texas college football. TCU and North Texas stumbled in critical games, while Texas, Texas Tech, SMU, and Texas A&M delivered powerful statements. We break down the Horned Frogs' turnovers against Kansas State, North Texas' meltdown vs. USF, Arch Manning's steady hand in the Red River Rivalry, and Texas Tech's explosive ground game. Plus, SMU continues its conference dominance and the Aggies look every bit like playoff contenders. Whether it's the Cotton Bowl or College Station, Texas football is heating up as we head deeper into the season.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 8 brings fistfights all over the map—and I've got data-driven picks for the 10 biggest games. We're diving into BYU–Utah (Holy War), Tennessee–Alabama on the Third Saturday in October, USC–Notre Dame in South Bend, Ole Miss–Georgia in Athens, Michigan–Washington in Ann Arbor, Baylor–TCU in the Blue Bonnet Battle, Penn State–Iowa under the Kinnick lights, UNLV–Boise State on the blue turf, plus Texas Tech–Arizona State and Old Dominion–James Madison.I break down projected spreads, last-four-weeks form, success rate, PPA (predicted points added), finishing drives, turnover margin, and five-factors—then tell you where the number's inflated and which underdogs can bark. If you like actionable edges with no fluff, you're in the right spot.Holy War trends and BYU's rushing edge vs UtahVols' run success vs Bama explosivesUSC pass game vs Notre Dame's INT surgeLane Kiffin shots vs Georgia's pass DMichigan trenches vs Washington's time-zone spotBaylor's pass rate vs TCU's pass defensePhil Parker at night: Penn State at IowaUNLV road-dog magic vs Boise run D leaksTech at ASU mismatch, ODU live vs JMU0:34 Utah vs BYU5:36 Tennessee vs Alabama12:25 USC vs Notre Dame17:40 Ole Miss vs Georgia25:04 Texas Tech vs Arizona State29:12 Washington vs Michigan35:56 Baylor vs TCU40:40 Penn State vs Iowa46:11 UNLV vs Boise State52:15 Old Dominion vs James Madison

This week on Get Off My Pylon, Matt Zemek breaks down midseason storylines for West Coast college football. UNLV remains undefeated but faces pressure to stay perfect in the Mountain West. BYU climbs into Big 12 contention with a dramatic comeback over Arizona, setting up a pivotal Holy War with Utah. UCLA's offensive explosion at Michigan State puts the Spartans in turmoil, while USC flexes against Michigan and prepares for Notre Dame. Oregon, meanwhile, suffers a costly loss to Indiana, shaking up its playoff hopes. It's a crucial turning point in the playoff race for teams out West.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Ten midweek games, ten quick edges. We're hitting every Tuesday–Friday matchup with numbers you can use—PPA, success rates, pace, and finishing drives—to find value the market's missing.We break down NMSU at Liberty (two top-50 defenses; Aggies live to cover), Arkansas State at South Alabama (USA's rush edge vs volatility), FIU at Western Kentucky (Tops' passing + No.1 special teams), Delaware at Jacksonville State (home-dog run edge), UTEP at Sam Houston (Miners' D vs Bearkats' sputter), and Tulsa at East Carolina (high-tempo, ECU sustains). Friday brings Louisville at Miami (Braum vs Cristobal—Canes' trench edge but Cards inside the number), Nebraska at Minnesota (Huskers' elite pass D vs pass-lean Gophers), San José State at Utah State (USU YPA + ST advantage), and North Carolina at Cal (Bears' pass D vs UNC funk).

Week 7 of the Big Ten season brought a seismic shake-up. Penn State fires James Franklin after another heartbreaking loss—this time to Northwestern. Indiana delivered its biggest win in program history, taking down Oregon in Eugene and putting the Hoosiers squarely in the playoff conversation. Ohio State looked every bit the No. 1 team, crushing Illinois with its suffocating defense. Plus, USC found new life behind Miller Moss, Michigan State hit rock bottom, and Nebraska might just be a sleeper. Host Noah Drury breaks it all down and looks ahead to massive Week 8 matchups: Michigan vs. Washington and USC vs. Notre Dame.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Matthew and Jeff welcome ACC college football photographer Carlos Pineda to break down a wild Week 7 in college football. Miami looks like a playoff contender, Florida State is spiraling, and Georgia Tech is turning heads with its unbeaten record. The crew dives into key Week 8 matchups, including Georgia Tech vs. Duke and Clemson vs. SMU, and explores the growing coaching carousel at programs like Virginia Tech and NC State. Plus: national chaos with Indiana's upset of Oregon, Vanderbilt's upset potential, and a passionate rant on ESPN GameDay's SEC favoritism.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

On this week's episode, Price Atkinson and Steve Carney break down the first leg of the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy series, as Navy stayed unbeaten on the season with a 34-31 win over Air Force, and discuss Army's rebound in conference beating up UAB.  The pair hand out game balls to a duo of Midshipmen who set personal and program high-water marks.  They then get into the upcoming week of games, detailing how Black Knights' run game should get the best of Charlotte, the Falcons difficult challenge going on the road to UNLV, and if Navy has an advantage playing in Philadelphia against Temple.  A fallen service member is highlighted in the Travis Manion Foundation Honor Roll, and the guys finish out by picking winners of this week's three contests.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

This week's podcast dives deep into the state of college football in the Big 12 and SEC. Tyler Jones and Thomas Bridges debate whether Texas has already peaked under Steve Sarkisian, spotlight Cincinnati's surprising playoff push, and discuss Texas Tech's emergence as a true national contender. The Red River rivalry between OU and Texas looms large with major playoff implications. In the SEC, Missouri has a chance to shock Alabama, Georgia looks poised for another statement win, and Texas A&M aims to keep its momentum alive. With so much at stake, this week could reshape the national championship picture.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 7 rolls on—20 more games, all numbers, no fluff. I'm back to trusting the models over narratives and hunting edges you can actually bet.We hit every corner of the slate: Missouri State–MTSU, ECU–Tulane, Southern Miss–Georgia Southern, Rutgers–Washington (Friday), Florida State–Pitt, Washington State–Ole Miss, Wake Forest–Oregon State, Nebraska–Maryland, Northwestern–Penn State, Old Dominion–Marshall, Virginia Tech–Georgia Tech, Florida–Texas A&M, NC State–Notre Dame, Iowa State–Colorado, Arkansas–Tennessee, Iowa–Wisconsin, BYU–Arizona, New Mexico–Boise State, Utah State–Hawaiʻi, and UCF–Cincinnati. We'll lean on success rate, PPA margin, havoc, five-factors, and red-zone finishing to separate real value from brand tax.1:00 Missouri State vs Middle Tennessee3:24 East Carolina vs Tulane5:39 Southern Miss vs Georgia Southern8:29 Rutgers vs Washington12:43 Pitt vs Florida State16:21 Washington State vs Ole Miss19:59 Wake Forest vs Oregon State23:13 Nebraska vs Maryland27:13 Northwestern vs Penn State31:24 Old Dominion vs Marshall34:09 Virginia Tech vs Georgia Tech37:00 Florida vs Texas A&M42:05 NC State vs Notre Dame45:21 Iowa State vs Colorado49:28 Arkansas vs Tennessee54:03 Iowa vs Wisconsin57:48 BYU vs Arizona1:01:03 New Mexico vs Boise State1:05:26 Utah State vs Hawaii1:08:24 UCF vs Cincinnati

Week 7 brought huge moments across Florida college football. Host Jason Powers breaks down Miami's dominant win over Florida State, Florida's much-needed victory over Texas, and USF's offensive explosion against Charlotte. We look ahead to pivotal matchups that could shape the postseason picture, including Florida's trip to College Station and Miami's playoff path. Plus, updates on UCF's Big 12 struggles, FIU's tough loss, and FAU's gritty road win. We'll also touch on the NFL scene with updates on the Buccaneers, Jaguars, and Dolphins. Don't miss the full breakdown on Florida Football Insiders.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 7's ten biggest games, handicapped with numbers and context: Oregon's talent edge vs Indiana's profile, Oklahoma–Texas without certainty at QB, Ohio State's passing edge at Illinois, Alabama's trench test at Missouri, USC's revenge spot vs Michigan, Georgia–Auburn in a slugfest, Utah's bounce-back vs Arizona State, Friday's USF–North Texas fireworks, Texas Tech's defense vs Kansas, and LSU's night-game edge over South Carolina. Includes projected spreads, matchup leans, pace, success-rate notes, and turnover/penalty angles.1:02 Indiana vs Oregon6:59 Oklahoma vs Texas12:05 Ohio State vs Illinois17:10 Alabama vs Missouri23:32 USC vs Michigan28:11 Georgia vs Alabama34:26 Arizona State vs Utah39:22 USF vs North Texas45:40 Kansas vs Texas Tech50:30 South Carolina vs LSU

This week on Pigskin & Burnt Ends, host IndyCar Tim breaks down a jam-packed Texas college football weekend. The Aggies continue to roll behind an elite defense, while the Longhorns' offensive line struggles raise serious questions in Austin. Texas Tech remains perfect with another blowout win, and Baylor rallies late for a statement victory over Kansas State. Plus, SMU, TCU, and Abilene Christian all notch impressive performances as the Lone Star football scene stays red-hot.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

In this episode of Get Off My Pylon, host Matt Zemek unpacks one of the most shocking results of the 2025 college football season—UCLA's 42–37 upset over seventh-ranked Penn State. Zemek explores how interim head coach Tim Skipper and first-time play-caller Jerry Neuheisel orchestrated the victory, breaking down the key plays, tactical brilliance, and historical context. The episode also recaps results from around the western college football landscape, including struggles for Boise State, Oregon State's winless skid, and Deion Sanders' health update at Colorado. Zemek closes with previews of two massive Week 7 Big Ten clashes: Michigan–USC and Oregon–Indiana.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

In this week's Big Ten Paradigm, Noah Drury recaps one of the wildest weekends of the season. Penn State's playoff hopes were crushed in a shocking 42–37 loss to winless UCLA, while Ohio State continued to dominate behind quarterback Julian Sand and a smothering defense. Michigan looked balanced and physical in its win over Wisconsin, and Illinois' Luke Altmyer shined in a breakout performance. Sideline reporter Tyler Danberg joined to break down Ohio State's complete team identity and what to expect against Illinois next week. Plus, a preview of upcoming matchups, including Oregon–Indiana and Michigan–USC.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Hosts Matthew and Jeff break down Week 6 in the ACC, where Miami's dominant win over Florida State headlines the action. They discuss Duke's “ACC After Dark” success at Cal, Virginia's gritty road win at Louisville, and the struggles facing Boston College and North Carolina. The conversation also dives into which teams could be on upset alert in Week 7 and previews national matchups like Oregon–Indiana and Alabama–Missouri. Plus, the hosts unload on the coaches' poll and debate whether Colorado still deserves national TV time.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 6 viewing guide from Friday night through the late slate: Charlotte–USF, BYU's return to Provo, and San Diego State's defense. Saturday spotlight includes Vanderbilt–Alabama and Tulsa–Memphis, plus Georgia–Kentucky, Iowa State–Cincinnati, Wisconsin–Michigan, Illinois–Purdue, and a sneaky Boston College–Pitt. We hit Clemson–UNC, K-State–Baylor, Air Force–Navy, Army–UAB, a MAC tour, and marquee windows: Penn State–UCLA, Texas–Florida, Boise State–Notre Dame, Virginia–Louisville, Washington–Maryland, Miami–Florida State, Mississippi State–Texas A&M, Minnesota–Ohio State, Colorado–TCU, Kansas–UCF, Duke–Cal, and Fresno State–Nevada. Notes on coaching storylines, travel spots, upset alerts, and why G5 matchups matter for your remote-control plan. Get stat sheets and the comparison tool: bettingcfb.com.

Join us this week as Tyler Jones and Thomas Bridges are joined by college football play-by-play broadcaster TJ Rives.  The guys get into how the Big XII could end up with as many as three teams in the COllege Football Playoff race at the end of the season.  They also get in to just how good the SEC actually is this year, whether Vanderbilt can pull off another shocker against Alabama, Sam Pittman's exit at Arkansas and possible replacements, and Paul Finebaum's potential Senate run.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Gary runs through his ESPN College Football Pick'em Week 6 card with 10 ATS picks: Michigan–Wisconsin, Illinois–Purdue, Vanderbilt–Alabama, Texas–Florida, Penn State–UCLA, Boise State–Notre Dame, Michigan State–Nebraska, Texas Tech–Houston, Minnesota–Ohio State, and Mississippi State–Texas A&M. Includes public pick percentages, recent trends, injury notes, and why certain teams profile as live underdogs. Plus, the Alabama–Vanderbilt point total tiebreaker.

Jason Powers is joined this week by Tampa Bay Buccaneers sideline reporter and college football play-by-play broadcaster TJ Rives.  They break down Florida State's loss against Virginia and having to rebound by playing arguably the best team in the country in Miami.  They also look at the scrutiny of the quarterback play for the Gators and Billy Napier's future in Gainesville.  Also, USF takes on Charlotte in their first conference game of the season, and UCF takes on Kansas in Orlando.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Week 6 is packed—and we're firing at the biggest edges on the board. We break down Miami at Florida State, Vanderbilt at Alabama, Texas Tech at Houston, Air Force at Navy, Virginia at Louisville, Iowa State at Cincinnati, and Minnesota at Ohio State with data you can use before you bet.We leverage PPA margin, success rate, explosiveness, and finishing drives to spot value: Can Florida State's explosive offense punish Miami's pass D? Will Vanderbilt's OL and QB run game stress Alabama's front again? Is Houston's defense built to keep Texas Tech within the number? Navy's rushing efficiency vs Air Force's leaky run D, Virginia's ground game and discipline at Louisville, Iowa State's pass-D advantage against Cincinnati, and whether slow tempo + big spread makes Minnesota the right side at Ohio State.Also hit quick reads on Texas–Florida, Colorado–TCU, and Mississippi State–Texas A&M. If you like actionable college football betting analysis—ATS trends, model projections, and real matchup notes—you're in the right place.Subscribe for weekly picks, and smash the like if this helped you. Full stat sheets + comparison tool: bettingcfb.com or buymeacoffee.com/winningcures.Keywords: Week 6 college football picks, Miami vs Florida State prediction, Vanderbilt vs Alabama spread, Texas Tech vs Houston picks, Air Force vs Navy prediction, Virginia vs Louisville picks, Iowa State vs Cincinnati, Minnesota vs Ohio State, college football betting.1:08 Miami vs Florida State5:07 Vanderbilt vs Alabama11:35 Texas Tech vs Houston15:20 Air Force vs Navy19:05 Virginia vs Louisville23:45 Iowa State vs Cincinnati28:10 Minnesota vs Ohio State32:42 Texas vs Florida38:02 Colorado vs TCU42:30 Mississippi State vs Texas A&M

Week 6 is loaded—and we're firing off picks on 20 MORE games with numbers you can actually bet. From Maryland's upset shot vs Washington to Penn State's chance to bully UCLA, we break down pace, success-rate edges, finishing drives, and five-factors so you know where the value is.We open with Thursday's Sam Houston–New Mexico State injury report special, then Friday brings USF–Charlotte, BYU–West Virginia, and San Diego State–Colorado State. Saturday's slate features Kansas State–Baylor, UTSA–Temple, Tulsa–Memphis, Illinois–Purdue, Michigan State–Nebraska, Washington–Maryland, Wisconsin–Michigan, Penn State–UCLA, Kentucky–Georgia, Syracuse–SMU, Clemson–North Carolina, Boston College–Pitt, Duke–Cal (After Dark), Boise State–Notre Dame, Kent State–Oklahoma, and Nevada–Fresno State.Keywords to help you find what you need: college football picks, against the spread, projected spreads, success rate, explosiveness, turnover margin, situational angles, and live underdog spots. We close with a rapid recap of every side taken, plus notes on totals and look-ahead traps.Want deeper edges? Check out the new matchup comparison tool at bettingcfb.com—compare two teams, see stat gaps, and view a projected spread for this week or hypothetical future matchups.If you love college football analytics and actionable predictions, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your picks in the comments—iron sharpens iron.1:04 Sam Houston vs New Mexico State4:00 Charlotte vs USF6:53 West Virginia vs BYU10:00 Colorado State vs San Diego State13:49 Kansas State vs Baylor17:10 UTSA vs Temple20:29 Tulsa vs Memphis23:57 Illinois vs Purdue28:24 Michigan State vs Nebraska31:50 Washington vs Maryland35:24 Wisconsin vs Michigan38:30 Penn State vs UCLA42:47 Kentucky vs Georgia46:30 Syracuse vs SMU49:24 Clemson vs North Carolina52:59 Boston College vs Pitt57:03 Duke vs Cal1:00:21 Boise State vs Notre Dame1:03:39 Kent State vs Oklahoma1:07:00 Nevada vs Fresno State

Indy Car Tim dicusses a slow week five for Texas-based college football, featuring many bye weeks for major programs. The Houston Cougars narrowly defeated winless Oregon State 27-24 in overtime, thanks to a fourth-quarter comeback led by Connor Wigman. Houston's 4-0 start faces a major test against #11 Texas Tech in week six. The Baylor Bears got their first Big 12 win against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, who played their first game without coach Gundy. Meanwhile, the North Texas Mean Green are the hottest team in Texas, moving to 5-0 for the first time since 1959. Running back Caleb Hawkins led the way with three touchdowns in their win over South Alabama.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter