deskgameThe key is that the house edge is realized over the long haul. A player might win or lose more in the short term, but the house edge will be realized in the end.
deskgameMiami’s defense had a miserable performance against Syracuse, but allowed the third-fewest passing yards per game in the ACC heading into that game. Three ‘Canes defensive linemen accounted for 5+ sacks. Miami will need to pressure Becht to slow down the Cyclones’ aerial attack.
deskgameEverything is set up for the Ravens to roll on Saturday. They will be motivated to win because they can clinch the AFC North title. Conversely, the Browns have nothing to play for and will start second-year quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson again. DTR has been miserable, so the Browns might be dead from the start.
deskgameKarl Anthony Towns is off to a great start on the offensive end, averaging 26.5 points per game and scoring 30-plus in three of his last four outings. He scored a season-high 46 points versus Chicago. Brooklyn allows 24.6 points per game to opposing centers, which ranks 24th in the NBA, per FantasyPros. He is listed as questionable with a knee contusion, so monitor his status.
deskgameMiami quarterback Cam Ward (1) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Florida State, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
