deskgameDefensively, Vic Fangio has shown off his chops. The team allows the sixth-fewest points per game and ranks in the top five against the pass and run. The front seven is a big part of this, as players like Josh Sweat and Jalen Carter continue to wreak havoc on opposing offenses.
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 ability to try games for free is beneficial to the players. They can decide how they like particular games and the site without risking any money.
deskgameMiami RB Damien Martinez should get plenty of opportunities to take advantage of an Iowa State defense that allows 179 rushing yards per game. Martinez led Miami with nine rushing touchdowns. I’m betting on the Hurricanes’ top ball carrier to punch another in the end zone.
deskgamePittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin thrives as an underdog. Tomlin’s career record ATS in that role is 20-6-3, and the Steelers are 3-0 this season.
