deskgameThe -240 odds on Gibbs as an anytime TD scorer doesn’t offer enough of a return, so bank on Gibbs to open the scoring for the unstoppable Detroit offense. David Montgomery is out, so Gibbs must take on the full workload for short-yardage rushing TDs. He is also capable of scoring from anywhere on the field as a runner or pass-catcher.
deskgameAs if the Pop-Tarts Bowl couldn’t get any better, key players from both sides are suiting up, including Heisman finalist Cam Ward. How could they pass on an opportunity to hoist a trophy with a built-in toaster? Below are my expert picks for a highly-anticipated matchup between Iowa State and Miami.
deskgameFans get a double dose of MNF, starting with Bears (4-9) vs. Vikings (11-2) at 8 p.m. EST from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Bears have lost seven consecutive games. The Vikings kept pace with Detroit by beating the Falcons in Week 14.
deskgameCombat sports fans are in for an extremely exciting weekend of fights. In the boxing world, Jake Paul will look to score another knockout win over legendary former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. This is a massive, albeit very unusual fight that will be streamed live and free on Netflix this Friday evening.
deskgameDon’t nitpick about how the odds and rankings compare. Tennessee entered this week undefeated and ranked No. 1 in the nation but lost to Florida on the road by 30 points. With so much parity in college basketball, the regular season is more of a survival challenge than an expectation to win every game.
