deskgameDefense will be the name of the game at the Caesars Superdome. Although Beck had some great moments this season, he was rarely consistent. If Stockton is better, it won’t be by much. It’s not even likely he will be better.
deskgameThe Tide’s difficult non-conference schedule should have it ready for the step up in competition against SEC foes. Alabama has already squared off with Purdue, Illinois, Houston, Oregon, North Carolina and Creighton.
deskgameRB Saquon Barkley is coming off a 150-yard, two-touchdown performance and a favorable matchup awaits this week. The Cowboys surrender 136 rushing yards per game and no team has given up more touchdowns on the ground.
deskgameIowa State is unlikely to shut down Ward, but the Cyclones have been exceptional against the pass. All-Big 12 CBs Jontez Williams and Malik Verdon lead an Iowa State defense that surrendered 179 passing yards per game; the fewest in the conference.
deskgameThe Rams enter TNF off a big home win in Week 14 over Josh Allen and the Bills. LA is a game behind Seattle. The Niners beat the skidding Bears at home and are two games behind Seattle.
