deskgameThe Cyclones’ defense was strong for most of the season, but an awful performance in the Big 12 Championship instilled little confidence in the unit’s chances against the Hurricanes. Arizona State ran for an eye-popping 248 yards and three touchdowns in a 45-19 victory over Iowa State.
deskgameBridges was traded from Brooklyn to Manhattan during the offseason in the first deal between the teams since 1983. The Nets received a major haul in return, with six draft picks as the centerpiece of the trade.
deskgameThere also is great value on the Jets to go under their team total. You can get even money on under 23.5 points – a total New York hasn’t surpassed since Week 3. What have the Jets done recently to convince you they will score three touchdowns and one field goal in a single game?
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.
deskgameThe Chargers (8-6) lost badly at home to the Buccaneers in Week 15, dropping to the seventh-seed in the AFC.
