deskgameNotre Dame (13-2) scored a 23-10 win over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. The Fighting Irish rank fourth in the nation in scoring offense at 37.7 points per game and are second in scoring defense (13.6 points per game). Notre Dame held Georgia to 62 rushing yards.
deskgameAccording to TeamRankings, Navy is 8-4 against the spread (ATS) and 3-1 as single-digit underdogs. Transfer portal exits and opt-outs are forcing Oklahoma to give less experienced players expanded roles, and that’s the last thing you want against a triple-option team.
deskgameRound two of MNF starts at 8:30 p.m. EST, when struggling Kirk Cousins and Falcons (6-7) fly west to face the Raiders (2-11), who currently hold the top pick in next spring’s NFL Draft. The game will be played at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
deskgameStipe Miocic was the king of the heavyweight division for several years before suffering a knockout loss to Francis Ngannou. He’s been out of action for more than three years and looks to cap off his career over Jones this Saturday night. Expect to see Jon Jones winning this fight via TKO.
deskgameStopping the triple option can be difficult, especially when a team is missing two of its top players. All-American LB Danny Stutsman led the Sooners with 110 tackles and safety Billy Bowman Jr. was fourth. Both have left the team to prepare for the NFL Draft, and the Sooners’ defense will sorely miss their veteran presence.