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deskgamePenn State (13-2) is coming off a 31-14 win over Boise State in which the defense shined for the second consecutive CFP game. The Nittany Lions registered four takeaways, after logging three interceptions in the previous game. PSU picked off three passes in the fourth quarter, including one by Zakee Wheatley, who also recovered a fumble and was named Fiesta Bowl Player of the Game.
deskgameI believe defense will rule the day from the opening kick, and the first quarter will end under 9.5 points.
deskgameQB Jalen Milroe is expected to suit up for an Alabama offense that averages 35 points per game. Milroe makes big plays with his feet, and he’s tough to contain. The Michigan defense bends but ranks 23rd in red-zone success rate.
deskgameThat’s why the Ravens are favored by as many as 18 points. Baltimore should dominate the game so much that Henry will probably not be needed much in the second half — if at all. Plus, the Browns’ rushing defense has been solid most of the season, even in the last month when their season has been over.
