deskgameGibbs had at least 88 rushing yards in three games with Montgomery, including the first meeting against Minnesota. Gibbs had 15 carries for 116 yards and two touchdowns in that game Look for him to surpass 87.5 rushing yards again on Sunday night.
deskgameIf it were my bet to make, I’d likely bet $5 on Penn State beating Boise State. The Nittany Lions' defense is stout, and they should slow Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty enough for their offense to win this game.
deskgameIt may seem like a slightly bold call to forecast Kansas City’s first loss, but its luck might run out this time. The last two weeks, the Chiefs had to overcome a scrappy Buccaneers team and then edged Denver on a last-second blocked field goal.
deskgameColts head coach Shane Steichen said Richardson improved his preparation the last two weeks and that’s part of his reasoning for making him QB1 again. Everybody knows Richardson has top-end talent. If he can add strong preparation, he could take the next step.
deskgameMuch of the Longhorns' success in the first round of the CFP was thanks to success at the line of scrimmage. Texas ran 292 yards and four touchdowns, led by RBs Jaydon Blue and Quintrevion Wisner. A repeat performance would all but guarantee a win for Texas, but it may not be as easy against an ASU defense that allows 118 rushing yards per game.
