Free NFL Football Betting Picks: 2012

Monday, December 31, 2012

Chick-fil-A Bowl 2012: LSU vs Clemson Picks, Predictions &amp; Odds

On New Years Eve, if you're not headed out to a party, then stay in for one with the Chick-fil-A Bowl, as the number 9 LSU Tigers, sitting at 10-2 for the season, take on the number 14 Clemson Tigers, also at 10-2 on the year. The game takes place at 7:30 pm Eastern and will be televised by ESPN. So what can you expect from the showdown of 10 win Tiger teams? Here's a look at the match and our predictions & odds to follow.

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Sun Bowl 2012: USC vs Georgia Tech Picks, Predictions &amp; Odds

On the last day of the year, the USC Trojans will meet the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the Sun Bowl, at 2 pm on CBS. If you had predicted that USC would finish the year unranked, at 7-5, and playing in the Sun Bowl against the 6-7 Yellow Jackets, well, you'd be a rich man. Assuming you're not, then here's what you need to know about this match-up, and the official predictions & odds to follow below.

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Sunday, December 30, 2012

Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Redskins Picks, Predictions &amp; Odds

The final game of the 2012 NFL regular season will be this Sunday's primetime showcase between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Redskins. The Cowboys hit the road and travel to D.C. with the NFC East up for grabs. A win for either club hands them the division crown and a guaranteed trip to the postseason, as well as a home game in the playoffs as well. Only the Skins have a chance of reaching the playoffs if they lose, and they'll need some help along the way. Here's a preview of what

Week 17 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

While most of the playoff spots have been clinched, there are still several positions up for grabs, as well as postseason rankings and home games to be determined. With a week filled with all-divisional rivalry games, here's a look at our top 5 NFL picks against the spread for the final slate of regular season games.

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Saturday, December 29, 2012

Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl 2012: TCU vs Michigan State Picks, Predictions &amp; Odds

You know what you'll be eating when the 2012 Buffalo Wild Wings bowl is on your television screen on Saturday, December 29th. Here, the 7-5 TCU Horned Frogs meet the 6-6 Michigan State Spartans, two teams who underperformed this season to be certain. The game will be shown at 10:15 pm eastern on ESPN. So who will get the win? Read on with our official preview, and then the predictions & odds.

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Alamo Bowl 2012: Texas vs Oregon State Picks, Predictions &amp; Odds

On Saturday night, December 29th, the college football bowl season really begins to pickup with the Alamo Bowl, shown at 6:45 pm eastern on ESPN. Here, the 8-4 Texas Longhorns will take on the 9-3 Oregon State Beavers, who enter the game with a number 15 ranking. So will the Pac-12 or Big 12 get the nice big name win? Here's a look at what you can expect in the 2012 Alamo Bowl and then the predictions & odds to follow below.

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Friday, December 28, 2012

Week 17 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

It's the final weekend of regular season NFL action, and it's also the busiest Sunday of the year, with all 16 games played on the decisive final day of action. Here's a look at what you can expect with our complete set of picks, predictions & odds for week 17 NFL action.

At Buffalo -3.5 NY Jets: Not much at stake for either time here besides draft positioning and going out on a somewhat high note. The Bills, at home, take care of the capitulated Jets.

At New England -10 Miami: The Patriots

Meineke Car Care Bowl: Minnesota vs Texas Tech Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Friday, December 28, the 6-6 Minnesota Golden Gophers will meet the 7-5 Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. The game will be shown at 9 pm Eastern on ESPN. Which of these teams will be able to close the year on a nice, positive note? Here' s a preview of what you can expect with the official Meineke Car Care Bowl picks, predictions & odds to follow below.

The Golden Gophers actually won their first 4 games, a surprising start. After that, of course, they would win only two

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Holiday Bowl 2012: Baylor vs UCLA Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Thursday, December 27, perhaps the most intriguing of the three bowl games of the day is the Holiday Bowl, which will be televised on ESPN at 9:45 pm Eastern. In the game, the 7-5 Baylor Bears will take on the number 17 UCLA Bruins, who have a 9-4 record. Which team will close the year with a big victory? Here's what you can expect from the 2012 Holiday Bowl, and the official Bears vs. Bruins predictions & odds.

UCLA certainly exceeded expectations in their debut campaign under head coach

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Little Caesars Bowl Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Wednesday, December 26th, the Little Caesars Bowl takes center stage as the only college football bowl game of the day. The 6-6 Central Michigan Chippewas take on the 7-5 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at 7:30 pm eastern on ESPN. Certainly this isn't one of the more high profile match-ups of the bowl season, so what should you expect, and is there anything compelling to have you tune in for? Here's our official preview of the match and the predictions & odds to follow below.

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Monday, December 24, 2012

Hawaii Bowl 2012: Fresno State vs SMU Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Monday, December 24, the Hawaii Bowl will be shown on ESPN at 8 pm, giving football crazy fans across the country a special Christmas Eve treat to enjoy. The 9-3 Fresno State Bulldogs will be squaring off against the 6-6 Southern Methodist Mustangs. So which team will prevail? Here's a preview of what you can expect in the 2012 Hawaii Bowl and then the Fresno State vs SMU predictions & odds below.

Fresno State finishes the year on a 5 game winning streak. That was good for 3rd in the

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Week 16 NFL Picks: San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks Predictions &amp; Odds

In years past, if the NFC West had a late-season primetime showcase type of game, it would be a huge waste. However, that's not the case this year, and in this weekend's Sunday night game of the week, the San Francisco 49ers travel to Seattle to play the Seahawks in what is an extremely intriguing game with a ton at stake. So what should we expect between the 49ers and Seahawks in week 16 of the NFL season? Read on for our preview and the Sunday night NFL predictions & odds to

Week 16 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

Two more games in the regular season means that just about every match-up of the weekend has playoff implications. With Christmas coming up, this weekend will be a real holiday treat for football fans across the country. Here's a look at the top 5 week 16 NFL picks to keep an eye on if you're looking to get in on the action against the spread.

At Miami -4.5 Buffalo

Buffalo is coming off of an extremely embarrassing loss to the Seattle Seahawks, giving up 50 points in a home game. Miami is

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Week 16 NFL Picks: Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions Predictions & Odds

This weekend's week 16 slate of action is a bit different in the NFL. It's Christmas, and so there's no Thursday night game this week, and no Monday night game. Instead, we're treated to a Saturday night game, featuring the red-hot Atlanta Falcons traveling to play the Detroit Lions. Here's a preview of what you can expect in this meeting along with the week 16 NFL predictions & odds to follow below.

Atlanta is now sitting at 12-2 on the year. They're coming off their best showing of the

MAACO Bowl Picks 2012: Washington Huskies vs Boise State Broncos Predictions & Odds

On Saturday, December 22, fans will see the Boise State Broncos takes on the Washington Huskies at 3:30 pm Eastern in the ESPN televised MAACO Bowl Las Vegas. The Broncos enter the game with a 10-2 record, and the Huskies sit at 7-5 in a season which was filled with both highs and lows. So what should we expect from this match? Take a look at our preview and the bowl game predictions & odds to follow below.

Everybody is familiar with Boise State at this point. And it's astonishing that a

Friday, December 21, 2012

Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl Picks: UCF vs Ball State Predictions & Odds

The 9-3 Ball State Cardinals take on the 9-4 UCF Knights on Friday, December 21st at 7:30 pm eastern on ESPN, in the Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl. Central Florida is certainly the favorite heading into this game. So will they be able to hold court and get to 10 wins on the year? Here's a look at what you can expect in the match-up along with the official predictions & odds to follow.

Ball State began the year 3-3, with a big loss on the road at Clemson, then ranked number 12, and close defeats to

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Poinsettia Bowl Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Thursday, December 20, the college football bowl season continues with the Poinsettia Bowl, televised on ESPN at 8pm Eastern. The Brigham Young Cougars, with a 7-5 record in the regular season, will take on the San Diego State Aztecs, with a 9-3 season record. Here's a look at what you can expect from this game along with the predictions & odds to follow.

It's not often that a bowl game matches teams that play each other as frequently as they two teams have in the past. While they didn't

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Week 16 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

It's week 16 of the 2012 NFL season, which means there are just two weeks of games left on the docket. This week is a little bit different, as it's Christmas time. So instead of a Thursday night game and a Monday night game, there's a Saturday game instead. Here's the full slate of our weekly picks, predictions & odds for week 16 as the season begins to wrap up.

Atlanta -4 At Detroit: The Falcons have never been hotter, while the Lions have never been lower. It all spells a big Atlanta win in

Monday, December 17, 2012

Monday Night Football: NY Jets vs Tennessee Titans Picks, Predictions & Odds

When you envision high profile Monday Night Football games late in the season, the New York Jets visiting the Tennessee Titans probably didn't jump at you. Nevertheless, that's what we have this Monday. Mark Sanchez and company look to somehow keep their playoff hopes alive against a Tennessee franchise which will probably have a great deal of their own shakeup in the offseason as well. Here's what to expect from the Monday night football game and the official predictions & odds.

After

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Week 15 NFL Picks: San Francisco 49ers vs. New England Patriots Predictions & Odds

The Sunday night game this week is a great one, showcasing one of the best teams in the AFC and one of the best in the NFC in a potential Super Bowl clash. The San Francisco 49ers head across the country to take on the New England Patriots. Here's a look at what you can expect in this showdown, along with the official predictions & odds to follow below.

The Patriots looked sensational last Monday in absolutely dominating the Houston Texans, who were 11-1 heading into the game. Tom Brady has

Week 15 NFL Picks Against the Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

Right here, you'll find our week 15 NFL picks against the spread for some of the top match-ups of the season. For some teams, playoff seeding and potential 1st round byes are at stake. Others are fighting to just make it into the playoffs, while others are just playing for a bit of respect. Take a look at our top NFL picks against the spread for week 15 here.

Green Bay -2.5 At Chicago

Chicago has really been struggling as of late, and a division lead has turned into the potential to miss out

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Idaho Potato Bowl Game: Toledo vs Utah State Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Idaho Potato Bowl is one of the featured college football bowl games this weekend, as the 2012-2013 bowl season gets underway. The game features the 9-3 Toledo Rockets taking on the 10-2 Utah State Aggies, with a number 18 ranking. The game will be televised on ESPN. Here's a look at what you can expect from the match, with the official bowl game predictions & odds below.

Utah State only lost twice on the year, and they ended the season on a six game winning streak, so they're hot right

Friday, December 14, 2012

College Football Bowl Games: New Mexico Bowl Picks, Predictions & Odds

Bowl season begins this weekend in earnest, and the first game on Saturday afternoon is the New Mexico Bowl. The 7-5 Nevada Wolf Pack will play the 7-5 Arizona Wildcats in an ESPN-televised game. Which team will end the year on a high note and grab their 8th victory of the season? Here's a look at what to expect from the game, which should be a very fun contest to watch, as well as the official bowl game predictions & odds below.

It was a better than expected first year for Rich Rodriguez down

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Thursday Night Football: Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Picks, Predictions & Odds

This week's Thursday night game in the NFL features the Cincinnati Bengals heading on the road and fighting for their playoff lives against the Philadelphia Eagles, fresh off a win which ended what has been by far the worst stretch of Andy Reid's tenure with the club. The losing stretch will also inevitably lead to the end of that tenure. Right now, the Eagles are playing for pride and playing for the future. So what should you expect on Thursday night?

If the records hold up as they are right

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Week 15 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

With just three games left on the schedule in the regular season, week 15 should be a great one. Right here, find our complete collection of picks, predictions & odds for this week's games. Playoff spots are on the line, and there's plenty of exciting action on the docket.

Cincinnati -3 At Philadelphia: Philadelphia has finally ended their skid, and they get a Bengals team at home which is fighting for its playoff life. Philadelphia finds a way to win two in a row.

Green Bay -2.5 At

Monday, December 10, 2012

Monday Night Football: Houston vs. New England Picks, Predictions & Odds

This weekend Monday Night Football sees perhaps its biggest and best game of the season, as the Houston Texans visit the New England Patriots, a potential preview of the AFC championship game come January. Each team has been looking great, and there's a lot on the line for both squads. Here's a preview of what you can expect when the Texans travel to New England to take on Tom Brady, Bill Belichick and company.

Both of these teams have already secured a playoff berth this season. The Patriots, at

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Detroit Lions visit the Green Bay Packers at what will likely be a frigid December night at Lambeau Field this weekend in Sunday night's primetime showdown. The NFC North is a tightly packed race this season with potentially three teams still having a shot at winning the division. Therefore, each game matters, particularly between divisional opponents like these. Here's a preview of what to expect between the Lions and Packers on Sunday night.

If you had said that three teams in the NFC North

Week 14 NFL Picks Against the Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

Playoff spots are on the line for some teams here in week 14, while others are fighting for different things, pride and respect. Here's a look at the top 5 picks against the spread for this weekend. There are definitely some intriguing opportunities to get in on the action depending on who you think will emerge victorious.

At Cleveland -5 Kansas City

The Chiefs have been an awful team all year, and of course now they're dealing with terrible circumstances following the suicide of one of their

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Thursday Night Football: Denver vs. Oakland Picks, Predictions & Odds

This Thursday night, an old-school AFC West rivalry takes center stage as the Denver Broncos visit the Oakland Raiders. Of course, the rivalry might be old, but it's the first time that Peyton Manning will enter the Black Hole as quarterback of the Broncos. With Denver already locking up the division and Oakland in the midst of an awful stretch, what should we expect from this primetime game?

Really, the game will be an opportunity to watch Manning work his magic under center for the Broncos. What

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

2012-13 Bowl Game Picks, Predictions & Odds

Isn't college football bowl game season one of the best times of the year? Nobody needs to see all 35 or 95 or however many there are, but when it gets down to the big match-ups, nothing is better. Here's a quick look at what you can expect with some of the biggest and most intriguing match-ups, with our top 5 bowl picks for the 2012-2013 festivities to come.

Alabama (-9) vs. Notre Dame - BCS Championship Game

What better place to start with our picks, predictions & odds than with the

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

2012-13 College Football Bowl Game Schedule

Now that college football's regular season has concluded and the conference champions have been crowned, it's time to look ahead the bowl game schedule for the next month or so. All of the big BCS bowls have been awarded, the match-ups are all set, and there are some great games on the docket. Here's a quick look at the entire college football bowl game schedule for 2012-2013.

The bowl games get started on Saturday, December 15th. There are two games set for that day, including the Famous Idaho

Week 14 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

We just have a few weekends left here in the 2012 NFL season, and every game matters. Here in week 14, there's a full slate of match-ups, including some very intriguing and high profile games. Take a look at our complete rundown of the week 14 NFL picks, predictions & odds.

Denver -10.5 At Oakland: Denver is a huge favorite to run right over the struggling Raiders. Denver gets the win easy here, but the spread might be something to be wary of.

At Washington PK Baltimore: The Ravens are

Monday, December 3, 2012

Monday Night Football: New York vs. Washington Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Monday Night Football this week, the suddenly scorching hot New York Giants travel to Washington to play a division rival in the Redskins, led by outstanding rookie Robert Griffin III. The two engaged in a close and hard-fought shootout in New York a few weeks ago, with the Giants coming out ahead thanks to a late Eli Manning comeback and go ahead touchdown. So how will things shake out in primetime in the backyard of the nation's capital?

The Giants got off to their typical 6-2 start this

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys Picks, Predictions & Odds

Two fierce NFC East rivals square off against one another on Sunday night this week, as the Philadelphia Eagles travel to Dallas to take on the Cowboys. Boy, this game isn't what you thought it would have been if you checked the schedule at the start of the season? The Eagles are in terrible shape, and the Cowboys are also on the outside looking in of the playoff picture. Here's a rundown of what to expect with the Eagles vs. the Cowboys on Sunday night along with the picks, predictions & odds for

Week 13 NFL Picks Against the Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

The playoff picture is getting much clearer in the NFL, with teams looking at five games left on the calendar. There's a lot still to be decided though, and also interesting is some of the more intriguing point spreads to consider for the weekend here in week 13 are in games where either one or both of the teams don't have much to play for in terms of postseason action. Here's a look at the top 5 picks against the spread for week 13.

At NY Jets -4.5 Arizona

Can anybody really say at this point

Saturday, December 1, 2012

SEC Championship Game 2012: Alabama vs. Georgia Picks, Predictions & Odds

Things don't really get better than this, it's the SEC championship between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs. The teams are ranked number 2 and number 3 respectively, and the winner of this game will assuredly be in the BCS national championship game against the undefeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish. With so much at stake, which team will prevail this Saturday afternoon?

Alabama, of course, is the defending national champions from last season. They had been steamrolling everyone

Friday, November 30, 2012

UCLA vs. Stanford Picks, Predictions & Odds

UCLA and Stanford square off this Friday night with the Pac-12 championship at stake. If the match-up looks familiar, it's because it is. The two teams played last Saturday, so it will be their second game in a week, a rare feat indeed. Stanford had the clear edge there, winning 35-17. Will it be a repeat performance for the Cardinal, or will the Bruins find a way to pull off the upset and settle the score?

Not many people would have had these two games in the Pac-12 title game this year. If you

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Thursday Night Football: New Orleans vs. Atlanta Picks, Predictions & Odds

The NFC South takes center stage on Thursday night, as the New Orleans Saints travel to Atlanta to play the division leading Falcons. New Orleans was able to grab a crucial home victory against Atlanta a few weeks ago to keep their postseason hopes alive. They will need another victory here if they want to continue that comeback mission from here on out. Here's a quick look at what to expect when the Saints take on the Falcons.

Of course, the Saints dug themselves a huge hole at the start of the

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Week 13 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

Thanksgiving is out of the way and about three quarters of the season is done, so it's time to move ahead to the week 13 NFL, picks, predictions & odds. There's a full slate of games this week as all of the teams are in action. Find the complete rundown of the picks, predictions & odds for each game right here.

At Atlanta -3.5 New Orleans: The Saints just had a setback in their attempt to storm back into playoff contention. The Falcons are out to send a statement, but they're a bit

Monday, November 26, 2012

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Monday Night Football: Carolina vs. Philadelphia Picks, Predictions & Odds

This year in the NFL, there has been a number of primetime games which have just been pretty awful. Due to unexpectedly bad teams, injuries and everything else, many of the high profile games in the leagues best time-slots have simply not been very intriguing. That's what we have here this week, as the Carolina Panthers travel to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles on Monday. Here's a look at what to expect with our picks, predictions & odds for Carolina vs. Philly.

Things have reached an

Sunday, November 25, 2012

100th Grey Cup Odds: Calgary Stampeders vs Toronto Argonauts Odds

This Sunday marks the 100th playing of the Canadian Football Leagues, Grey Cup. The game will take place at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, and will feature the Toronto Argonauts against the Calgary Stampeders. The last time these two teams met in the Grey Cup was in 1991, the Argo’s were victorious with a score of 36-21. The yearly battle of East vs. West is sure to not disappoint this year, and neither will the half time show. This year the CFL has gone all out with performances by non-other than pop

Green Bay Packers vs. New York Giants Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Sunday night primetime showdown this weekend features the Green Bay Packers vs. the New York Giants. It's a rematch of the postseason last year, where the Giants picked up a huge upset road victory to survive and eventually win the Super Bowl. They also met last year in New York, with the Giants giving the then juggernaut Packers a tough game before losing late. These are the last two champions in the league, and it's a high profile match featuring some of the NFL's biggest names. Take a look at what

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Notre Dame vs. USC Picks, Predictions & Odds

If you looked at this game in the preseason, you probably imagined the roles would be reversed. The undefeated USC Trojans would be playing a respectable opponent they were supposed to beat en route to their championship game appearance. Instead, the Fighting Irish are sitting at 11-0 and at number 1 in the country, and a win here puts them in the title game. The preseason number 1 Trojans have completely dropped out of the polls, the first ever preseason number 1 to have that happen.

Making

Friday, November 23, 2012

LSU Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Picks, Predictions & Odds

Heading into the last game of the season for the LSU Tigers, and despite their preseason controversies and chaos, and despite a few close losses, they're rated as the number 8 team in the country. They'll miss out on the SEC championship game, but depending on how things shake out elsewhere, could still be in a top BCS bowl. They'll travel to Arkansas to close the show on their 2012 campaign.

The big headline from their last game wasn't the close, sloppy victory over Mississippi State. It was the

Week 13 College Football Picks, Predictions & Odds

With the regular season reaching its close, the college football landscape looks radically different than it did a few weekends ago, and much different than anybody putting down wagers would have guessed at the start of the year. USC has dropped out of the polls, and Notre Dame is number 1 for the first time in decades. BCS favorites are dropping by the handful here, and now a few teams have the inside track to lock things up and reach the championship game. Here's a look at the week 13 college football

Thursday, November 22, 2012

New England Patriots vs. New York Jets Picks, Predictions & Odds

The AFC East rivalry between the New England Patriots and the New York Jets takes center stage on Thanksgiving night, as the Patriots travel to New York to play the Jets. Before the season began, this game was probably a bit more intriguing than it is right now, thanks to the general down season the Jets have been having, moving between awful and mediocre depending on the week.

New England is certainly looking like one of the best teams in the AFC, and the entire league, right now. They absolutely

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Week 12 NFL Picks Against the Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

It's Thanksgiving week here in week 12 of the 2012 NFL season, and so it's time to get your top picks for the week in early. Here is a rundown of five games to watch this weekend with our top picks against the spread. Take a look to see if any of these match-ups are good enough to pounce on for yourself.

New England -6 At NY Jets

The Jets are coming off a road win which picked up their morale a bit, while the Patriots absolutely crushed the Colts this past Sunday night, with an absurd 59

Week 12 NFL Picks: Washington Redskins vs. Dallas Cowboys Predictions & Odds

One of the great historic rivalries in football gets renewed this week, as the Washington Redskins visit the Dallas Cowboys. And what a better time for Redskins vs. Cowboys than Thanksgiving day? As odd as it is, both teams are technically alive in the NFC East race, thanks to a struggling New York Giants team that seems headed straight down at this point. So will Robert Griffin III lead his team to another big divisional win here, or will Tony Romo continue his winning ways in the month of

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Week 12 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

It's Thanksgiving this week, of course, that means that football fans across the country will be treated to a nice dose of midweek football this week, with several Thursday afternoon and evening games. Right here, find the complete collection of week 12 picks, predictions & odds to help preview the action for the upcoming Thanksgiving festivities and the weekend to follow.

Houston -3 Detroit: Thanksgiving in Detroit. Houston needed a ridiculous game from Schaub and Johnson to beat the lowly

Monday, November 19, 2012

Monday Night Football: Chicago vs San Francisco Picks, Predictions & Odds

In this week's Monday Night Football showdown, two of the NFC's best teams meet head to head as the Chicago Bears travel to play the San Francisco 49ers. A lot is at stake for both clubs as they look to make their presences well known heading into the end of the year. So how will the Chicago vs. San Francisco game play out this Monday night?

Both of these teams are in somewhat similar positions right now, almost eerily. Each of them had a disappointment last weekend, as the Bears lost at home in

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers Picks, Predictions & Odds

One of the NFL's very best rivalries takes center stage this weekend in prime time on Sunday night. The Baltimore Ravens visit the Pittsburgh Steelers in what is always a bruising, hard fought and close affair. The AFC North is tightly packed right now and there's a lot at stake, but the banged up Steelers aren't getting any breaks as the bad news has come out that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will miss the game with his shoulder injury.

The Ravens are currently at 7-2 on the season, which would

Week 11 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

There are a lot of very interesting games on the schedule for week 11 of the NFL season. Some teams are ripe for an upset, while others are looking to continue asserting themselves as the big dogs on the block as the end of the year approaches. Here's a look at the top 5 predictions against the spread for you to consider for the weekend.

Tampa Bay -1.5 At Carolina

Tampa Bay only entering this game as a 1.5 point favorite is fairly surprising, and it's something you may want to pounce on and

Saturday, November 17, 2012

College Football Picks Week 12: Stanford Cardinal vs Oregon Ducks Predictions & Odds

The biggest college football game of the weekend takes place in the Pac-12 when the Stanford Cardinal visit the Oregon Ducks. Stanford is currently number 14 in the nation, with an 8-2 record and a few very nice wins on its resume. Oregon, of course, has soared to the top of the polls at number 1 after Alabama's surprise loss, and now sit at 10-0 and control their own destiny as far as a trip to the national title game is concerned.

Oregon, of course, has been absolutely lighting up their

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Wisconsin Badgers Picks, Predictions & Odds

If you had projected the Ohio State Buckeyes to be 10-0 and at number 6 in the polls with the season winding down under their first year with Urban Meyer, you'd already have made quite a bit of money on the season. Ohio State has steadfastly turned back the competition and continued winning. Of course, being ineligible for postseason play this year, they're not quite playing for keeps.

Despite their 6-0 conference mark and 10-0 overall record, it's their opponent this weekend, the Wisconsin

Thursday, November 15, 2012

North Carolina Tar Heels vs Virginia Cavaliers Picks, Predictions & Odds

In this week's ESPN Thursday night college football showcase, the 6-4 North Carolina Tar Heels pay a visit to the 4-6 Virginia Cavaliers. Rivals in the lowly Coastal division of the ACC, North Carolina actually still has an outside chance at winning the division and getting a bid for the conference championship game. If they win here and next week against Maryland, they would finish at 5-3 in the conference, and could position themselves at the top of the heap on the strength of tiebreakers.

They

Miami Dolphins vs Buffalo Bills Picks, Predictions & Odds

The unfortunate trend of uninspiring primetime match-ups for the NFL continues this week, as the Miami Dolphins make a visit to Buffalo to play the Bills. Neither team is in playoff contention, and while Buffalo had been the worse of the two all season long, Miami got absolutely embarrassed this past weekend by the Titans. So how will things shake out here in week 11 between the Dolphins and Bills?

Before Miami's home game last week against Tennessee, Tennessee's owner had called out his entire

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Week 11 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

The NFL is coming off yet another topsy-turvy weekend, with the first tie outcome in several years, and plenty of surprises including big wins and letdown performances. As we move ahead to week 11, here's a quick look at all of the action on the docket. Take a peek at our complete week 11 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

At Buffalo -1.5 Miami: File this under the not quite compelling primetime match-up category. Miami looked awful last weekend, whereas the Bills played the Patriots close. On the

Monday, November 12, 2012

Monday Night Football: Kansas City vs Pittsburgh Picks, Predictions & Odds

This week's Monday Night Football match-up isn't exactly all that inspiring. While the Steelers are always one of the big draws thanks to their huge fan base, they're lined up here with the awful Kansas City Chiefs. They have been seemingly in a class of their own this season, bringing up the rear as likely the worst team in the league. That means that you shouldn't expect all too much drama from the Steelers vs. the Chiefs this Monday.

Pittsburgh has had their share of struggles this season. They

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Houston Texans vs Chicago Bears Picks, Predictions & Odds

Some of the NFL's primetime games this season haven't quite been so hot. Disappointing teams and uninteresting matches have sometimes taken over what is supposed to be home to the best games of the weekend. Well, this Sunday night, it's as good as it gets. The Houston Texans visit the Chicago Bears in what should be an excellent showdown, and a chance for two potential Super Bowl contenders to show their stuff to the entire league, and the nation.

Both teams are sitting at 7-1 right now, atop of

Week 10 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

Here in week 10 of the 2012 NFL season, there are a number of intriguing match-ups, from teams fighting to keep their seasons alive, to others looking to establish themselves as head of the pack Super Bowl contenders. Here's a rundown of the top 5 NFL picks against the spread for week 10.

Denver -4 At Carolina

Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos visit Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers. Surprisingly, the Broncos are only 4 point favorites. Even on the road, the way that Manning has been

Saturday, November 10, 2012

College Football Week 11 Picks: Texas A&M vs Alabama Predictions & Odds

After several weeks which have been absolutely jam packed with top quality match-ups, there are only three games between ranked opponents this weekend in college football. One of them is between Texas A&M, newcomers to the SEC and currently ranked number 15 with a 7-2 record, traveling to Tuscaloosa to play the number 1 Alabama Crimson Tide, 9-0 in their championship defense. Here's a preview of what to expect.

Alabama has now gotten past their toughest challenge of the regular season. They

Friday, November 9, 2012

Pittsburgh Panthers vs Connecticut Huskies Picks, Predictions & Odds

In the weekly primetime Big East spotlight game, with two teams nobody generally cares to see, the Pittsburgh Panthers travel to UConn to play the Huskies. Each team has a losing record, but luckily, there are actually a few teams doing well in the conference this year, so there's no risk of one of these schools going on a short winning streak and ending up atop the conference. That much, at least, can be praised this season, with thanks to Louisville and Rutgers. Here's a look at what to expect with the

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Indianapolis Colts vs Jacksonville Jaguars Picks, Predictions & Odds

The AFC South heats up with this divisional rivalry game in primetime on Thursday night, as the Indianapolis Colts visit the Jacksonville Jaguars. Well, not quite. While the Colts have been perhaps the greatest story of the season thanks to what's going on behind the scenes with their head coach, the Jaguars have consistently been one of the worst teams across the entire league. So, what can you expect as Andrew Luck and company head to Jacksonville to take on the Jaguars?

If you haven't seen the

Florida State Seminoles vs Virginia Tech Hokies Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Thursday night on ESPN, the ACC gets the spotlight once again, as the Florida State Seminoles travel to Blacksburg to take on the Virginia Tech Hokies. Florida State is sitting at 8-1 and at number 8 in the country, and will be looking to hang onto their stop atop the Atlantic division of the conference, en route to a BCS bowl game. Here's a look at what to expect this Thursday night.

Florida State finds themselves in a very good position right now. They're tied with Clemson, both in conference

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Week 10 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

The playoff picture is beginning to get a little bit more clear across the league, as some teams are dropping out of the running and others are continuing to rise to the top of their divisions. Here in week 10, there's a range of divisional games as well as high profile AFC vs. NFC match-ups. Here's a rundown of the complete collection of week 10 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

Indianapolis -3 At Jacksonville: The Colts have been on a roll as of late and are playing inspired football for head

Monday, November 5, 2012

Monday Night Football: Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints Picks, Predictions & Odds

A Monday night week 9 showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and the New Orleans Saints looked much prettier on paper before the start of the year than it does now. Here, both teams are struggling, and neither is having the type of year that they thought they were going to have. Which club pulls it together in primetime and grabs a victory to start moving in the other direction? Here's a quick look at what to expect with the Eagles vs. the Saints on Monday night.

The Eagles have lost three

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Dallas Cowboys vs Atlanta Falcons Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Dallas Cowboys visit the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night in the week's primetime showdown. The Cowboys will be looking to salvage their season before it spirals out of control. However, they won't have an easy task in front of them, with the NFL's sole remaining undefeated team, the 7-0 Atlanta Falcons, and potential MVP candidate Matt Ryan. So does Atlanta hold to form here, or do the Cowboys pull off a season saving upset victory?

Oh, those Cowboys. Sometimes they can't seem to do anything

Week 9 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

In week 9 of the 2012 NFL season, there are a lot of intriguing lines, and a lot of close games and potential upsets. Taking a look at all of the games on the docket, here are five that you may want to pounce on. Take a look at the week 9 NFL top picks against the spread for Sunday.

At Washington -3.5 Carolina

When the Carolina Panthers travel to the Washington Redskins, last year's rookie phenom, dual-threat quarterback, Cam Newton, takes on this year's, Robert Griffin III. Newton and company

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Alabama Crimson Tide vs LSU Tigers Picks, Predictions & Odds

This is going to be a good one folks. Number 1 Alabama, the undefeated, defending national champions who have been steamrolling everybody, travel down to Baton Rouge to take on the LSU Tigers. LSU has maneuvered themselves into a 7-1 record and a top 5 ranking of their own. This might not be the number 1 vs number 2 showdown that we saw in the middle of last season, but it's a great game nonetheless, and the stakes couldn't be higher.

Of course, we should all know the story. LSU pulled off a road

Friday, November 2, 2012

Washington Huskies vs California Golden Bears Picks, Predictions & Odds

This week's Friday night college football showcase game takes us to the Pac-12, one of the most topsy-turvy landscapes in the nation right now. Here, the Washington Huskies hit the road and go south to Cal to play the Golden Bears. Here's a quick look at what to expect in the Washington vs. Cal game on Friday night.

Washington sits at 4-4 on the season, and Cal is just 3-6, and unfortunately for them both, they play in the tougher North division of the conference. If they were in the South

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Virginia Tech Hokies vs Miami Hurricanes Picks, Predictions & Odds

The big Thursday night college football game of the weekend takes us to the ACC. Two heavyweight programs are lining up across the field from one another, with the Virginia Tech Hokies traveling to Miami to play the Hurricanes, an appropriate primetime game given the weather across the east coast for the past week. Still, the Hokies vs. the Hurricanes is not the match-up that most people would have projected at the start of the year, as each team has struggled and sits at a disappointing 4-4 on the

Week 9 NFL Picks: Kansas City Chiefs vs San Diego Chargers Predictions & Odds

The NFL's week 9 match-up features the Kansas City Chiefs on the road visiting their divisional rivals, the San Diego Chargers. Unfortunately for the fans and for the league, it's not exactly a compelling game. The Chiefs have looked atrocious and may be the worst team in football right now. The Chargers are coming off several embarrassing losses of their own and could be on their way to another lost season. With all of that fun pre-game hype out of the way, here's a look at what to expect with the

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Week 9 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

This season has been a tough one to figure out for most teams across the league. In week 9, the great action and surprising twists are sure to continue. There's a loaded lineup of enticing and intriguing match-ups this weekend, and here's a look at what you can expect with all of the week 9 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

At San Diego -9.5 Kansas City: Both of these teams have looked awful, but the Chiefs may be the worst team in the league, while the Chargers at least have some underlying

Monday, October 29, 2012

Monday Night Football: San Francisco 49ers vs Arizona Cardinals Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Week 8 Monday Night Football match-up features the San Francisco 49ers taking on the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The 5-2 49ers will be trying to increase their lead over their NFC West rivals, Arizona. However the Cardinals, who are 4-3, are looking to end their 3 game losing streak. The 49ers hold a 3-1 edge in their last 4 games played against the Cardinals. The last match-up between these two teams was back on December, 11 2011 where the Cardinals,

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Week 8 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

There are a lot of teams on upset watch here in week 8 of the 2012 NFL season. And all told, there are some very intriguing betting lines and a lot of action you may want to get in on for yourself. Here's a look at the top 5 week 8 NFL picks against the spread.

At Philadelphia -2.5 Atlanta

Michael Vick and the Eagles have been an up and down team this season, and it starts with Vick himself and all the turnovers the offense has been giving up. Meanwhile, Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons are

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Clemson vs Wake Forest College Football Picks, Predictions & Odds

In Thursday night's showcase game in college football this week, the number 14 Clemson Tigers travel to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons as they look to continue asserting their status in the ACC. Clemson will be the heavy favorite in this game, and while Wake Forest has looked better as of late, the absolute destruction they suffered at the hands of Florida State earlier in the year doesn't bode well for their hopes in this match-up.

Clemson now has a 6-1 record and as mentioned is ranked number 14

Week 8 NFL Picks: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Minnesota Vikings Predictions & Odds

In Thursday night's primetime game of the week, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers travel to Minnesota to play the surging Vikings. Minnesota is looking to further stake their claim as a playoff team and the leader of the very tough and deep NFC North, while Tampa Bay is looking to stay afloat and work their way back towards .500. Here's a look at what to expect between the Buccaneers and the Vikings on Thursday night.

Minnesota is sitting pretty right now with a surprising 5-2 record. Nobody projected them

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

World Series Schedule 2012: MLB Odds to Win the World Series

The World Series schedule 2012 is set to begin this week now that the teams have been decided. The Detroit Tigers will play the San Francisco Giants, and the series will get started in San Francisco on Wednesday night. Here's a rundown of the schedule for the 2012 World Series, as well as the betting odds for the 2012 World Series to give you an idea of what to expect and how to get involved in the action for yourself.

Game 1 of the 2012 World Series is set for Wednesday, October 24 at 8 pm in San

Week 8 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

In week 8 of the 2012 NFL season, another exciting slate of games is coming in your direction, including a collection of divisional match-ups, as well as juicy showdowns between some of the top players and teams in the league right now. Here's a rundown of what to expect with all of the week 8 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

At Minnesota -6.5 Tampa Bay - The Vikings look to continue their surprising first place run by hosting the struggling Buccaneers. Adrian Peterson, Percy Harvin and company

Monday, October 22, 2012

Monday Night Football: Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears Picks, Predictions & Odds

The big week 7 Monday Night Football game of the week features two NFC North rivals clashing in hopes of establishing themselves as a postseason player. The Detroit Lions hit the road to take on the Chicago Bears and in a deep division that's a bit topsy-turvy so far here in 2012, there's a lot at stake already. Here's a preview for what to expect in Monday night's Detroit vs. Chicago showdown.

The Lions are a very disappointing 2-3 so far on the year. But, as they have been saying, it's still

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals Picks, Predictions & Odds

One of the many great divisional match-ups this weekend is the Sunday night primetime game between AFC North rivals, the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers will travel to Cincinnati and look to get their season back on track, while the Bengals will be looking to stake their own claim in the division as a playoff contender. Here's a breakdown of what to expect with this intriguing showdown.

Both the Steelers and the Bengals made the postseason last year. That made three

Week 7 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

Week 7 of the 2012 NFL season features a number of exciting and intriguing games. There are plenty of divisional showdowns and rivalry games, as well as rematches from the postseason last year and more. Take a look at five of the top picks for the weekend against the spread to help clue you in as to what to expect come game time.

Pittsburgh -2.5 At Cincinnati

Both the Steelers and the Bengals have been struggling this year, and each is coming off a road loss that they'll wish they had back. The

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Florida State vs Miami (FL) Picks, Predictions & Odds

The state of Florida looks to reclaim more of its old glory in the college football landscape this weekend, when the Florida State Seminoles travel to the U to play the Miami Hurricanes. Miami is in the midst of a two game losing streak, and nothing would cure what ails them like a huge home win over a highly ranked squad from Florida State. Here's a rundown of what to expect this weekend when the Seminoles meet the Hurricanes.

As mentioned, Miami has lost its last two games. They got absolutely

Michigan State Spartans vs Michigan Wolverines Picks, Predictions & Odds

In one of the big showdowns of the weekend, the Michigan State Spartans travel to Ann Arbor to play the Michigan Wolverines. Like several of the other big games this weekend, this one has lost a bit of its buzz thanks to some losses heading into the contest. Nevertheless, the Spartans vs. the Wolverines should be a game to watch, and there's certainly plenty at stake in the Big Ten conference that will ride on the outcome of this game.

Michigan State is a disappointing 4-3 on the season. That's

Friday, October 19, 2012

College Football Picks: Connecticut vs Syracuse Predictions & Odds

For fans of Big East football, right now everyone has to be hoping that Rutgers continues their winning streak, and emerges as a legitimate entrant to a major BCS bowl game. If they start losing games to the rest of the conference, bringing everybody back down to earth, nobody is going to be left at the top as a respectable candidate. That includes the eventual winner of this weekend's Friday night primetime game between UConn and Syracuse, each with a losing record and struggling to stay

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Oregon vs Arizona State Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Thursday night, the primetime college football showdown this week will showcase the number 2 ranked Oregon Ducks, sitting pretty at 6-0, traveling to play Arizona State in a Pac-12 conference match. Oregon has been thriving this season, and with all of the many upsets taking place across the country, they have quietly asserted themselves as one of the best teams out there, and are working their way into the national title picture. Will they avoid the trap game here on the road to maintain their lofty

Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Thursday night primetime game of the NFL week features two NFC West teams, a surprisingly hot division this season so far, coming off an unexpected performance the previous weekend. For the Seattle Seahawks, they outlasted the New England Patriots to score a great win for themselves. For the San Francisco 49ers, they stunk out the joint at home against the New York Giants, losing in a true blowout of a game. Here's a quick look at what to expect in the Seattle vs. San Francisco game here in week

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Week 7 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

The reason everyone loves NFL football is because week in and week out, there are great games, tons of drama and surprises, and everything else that you could ask for. That certainly was the case last weekend, and looking ahead to the action here in week 7, the trend should continue. Here's a quick look at what to expect with all of this week's NFL picks, predictions and odds.

At San Francisco -7.5 Seattle : San Francisco looks to rebound after a terrible showing against the Giants in game they

Monday, October 15, 2012

Monday Night Football: Denver Broncos vs San Diego Chargers Picks, Predictions & Odds

Monday Night Football this week features an AFC West rivalry game, as the Denver Broncos visit the San Diego Chiefs, with both teams looking to establish themselves as the leaders of the pack in the division. The Chiefs are coming off a tough primetime loss to Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints, but will look to take more advantage of their home field setting this time around to secure the victory against Peyton Manning and company.

The Broncos entered the season with a great deal of optimism

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Green Bay Packers vs Houston Texans Picks, Predictions & Odds

This weekend's big Sunday night primetime game features the Green Bay Packers traveling to Houston to play the Texans. Houston is undefeated so far on the season and has been looking to be a true Super Bowl contender. Meanwhile, the Packers, a preseason favorite, have not looked to be at the same level they were for the past two years or so. Here's a preview of what to expect when Aaron Rodgers leads the Packers against Matt Schaub and the Texans.

The Packers are just 2-3 so far here in 2012,

Week 6 NFL Picks: 5 Bold NFL Upset Predictions

Each week in the NFL season, fans and bettors are on the lookout for the upset predictions that could make or break their weekend. In week 6, there are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of such potential upsets. Here's a look at the top 5 bold NFL upset predictions for the Sunday, take a peek and see if you agree with how any of these games could play out.

At NY Jets -3.5 Indianapolis

It's never a good sign for a team when you're touting moral victories - losing but being competitive

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Texas Longhorns vs Oklahoma Sooners Picks, Predictions & Odds

The red river rivalry showcases its latest edition to the long and storied history between the two schools, as the Texas Longhorns prepare to face the Oklahoma Sooners this weekend in a Saturday afternoon match-up from Cotton Bowl Stadium. These are two high quality but imperfect teams, and each is looking to claw its way towards the top of the suddenly stacked Big 12. A win here does great things for both school's hopes of winning the conference come the end of the season.

Texas is now 4-1 on the

Friday, October 12, 2012

Week 7 College Football Picks, Predictions & Odds

Last week, the college football landscape was rocked by several big upsets, and a series of fantastic, high profile games between ranked schools. The docket may be a little bit less impressive this weekend, but there are still some very excellent games to look forward to. Here's a rundown of the top 5 college football games for week 7 and what to expect with each.

Stanford vs. Notre Dame

Number 17 Stanford travels to South Bend to meet the number 7 Notre Dame Fighting Irish. The Irish are

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans Picks, Predictions & Odds

Week 6's Thursday night showcase game will feature the Pittsburgh Steelers traveling to play the Tennessee Titans. Neither team has really played to the level they would like, although the results on the field have still been quite different. Here's a look at what to expect in the Steelers vs. Titans Thursday night game on the NFL network.

The Steelers came off a very early bye week to play the Philadelphia Eagles last Sunday. They narrowly edged out their intrastate rivals to get the win at home,

Arizona State vs Colorado Picks, Predictions & Odds

Thursday night's ESPN college football game features a very surprising 4-1 Arizona State team, which thanks to their in-conference schedule thus far, is ahead of USC in the Pac-12 South division standings. They'll look to keep rolling as they face a 1-4 Colorado team, which statistically ranks as one of the worst teams in all of college football right now.

The Sun Devils are enjoying their high positioning right now thanks to big wins over their two conference foes thus far, first Utah by a 30

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Week 6 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 Predictions ATS)

There are a lot of high profile games here in week 6 of the 2012 NFL season. Many of the most intriguing ones feature at least one surprising team or storyline, and in some cases, two surprise squads will be dueling it out. Here's a look at the top 5 picks against the spread for NFL week 6 action.

At Baltimore -3.5 Dallas

The Ravens won ugly on the road in Kansas City last weekend, and come home to play the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys are coming off their bye week, and should be rested and

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Week 6 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

The injuries are mounting up for some teams, as most of the divisions across the league are tightening up, and some teams just keep on surprising. Here's a quick overview of what to expect as the action continues in week 6 of the 2012 NFL season. Take a look at our complete collection of week 6 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

Pittsburgh -5 At Tennessee: The Steelers barely escaped with a win at home against the Eagles, but they're still getting healthier and should win on the road in

Monday, October 8, 2012

Monday Night Football: Houston Texans vs New York Jets Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Monday Night Football match-up this week features the high flying Houston Texans taking the New York Jets, looking like they're heading for a crash landing. Both of these teams were seen as contenders this season, but they're in very different places right now as they head into a week 5 showdown against one another. Will the Texans keep on clicking, or will the Jets find a way to turn things around?

Things have gone from bad to worse for the Jets. For one thing, you have to consider two very

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Pennsylvania rivalry is renewed this season once again, as the Philadelphia Eagles travel to Pittsburgh to play the Steelers. Both teams are contenders this year, and each has already had its fair share of both positive and negative moments on the field. Will Michael Vick continue leading his Eagles towards the top of the NFC, or will Ben Roethlisberger and company show the boys from Philly what a true Super Bowl threat really looks like?

The Steelers are coming off a very early week 4 bye.

Week 5 NFL Picks: San Diego Chargers vs New Orleans Saints Predictions & Odds

In the big primetime Sunday night game of the week, the San Diego Chargers travel to New Orleans to take on the struggling Saints. Somehow, someway, they are sitting at 0-4 and staring at a huge hole that they'll have to start climbing out of immediately. Of course, that's a situation that the Chargers know all too well about, as that has been their typical situation for many previous seasons.

Typically, the Chargers would stumble out of the gates and then have to scratch and crawl and rally their

Saturday, October 6, 2012

LSU Tigers vs Florida Gators Picks, Predictions & Odds

This week is loaded with college football action and some fantastic games. One of the best of the bunch is the SEC showdown between the LSU Tigers and the Florida Gators. LSU enters the game at 5-0 and with a number 4 record, moving into title contention as always, while the Gators are back to where they are more accustomed to being for the first time in a few years, sitting pretty at 4-0 with their own nice number 10 ranking. It's a big game for both teams and will help to dictate how the rest of their

College Football Picks: Georgia vs South Carolina Predictions & Odds

In a college football weekend jam packed with big showdowns, the biggest of them all just may be the number 5 Georgia Bulldogs traveling to play the number 6 South Carolina Gamecocks in an SEC East showdown with huge conference and national championship consequences. Both teams enter the game at 5-0, and will be looking to establish themselves in lead position in the crowded SEC East as the schedule in the conference really gets moving.

Georgia has been on a roll so far this season, winning all

Friday, October 5, 2012

Pittsburgh vs Syracuse Picks, Predictions & Odds

If Big East football is your thing, and hypothetically, that could be the case for somebody out there, then one of the games you'll be interested in seeing this weekend is the match between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Syracuse Orangemen. Of course, ironically, both of these two teams will be found in the ACC next season, not the Big East, but that's where they are for now. Here's a preview of what to expect as the tangle for the last time in the conference.

This has been a crazy season for the

Thursday, October 4, 2012

USC Trojans vs Utah Utes Picks, Predictions & Odds

In a primetime game this Thursday night, the USC Trojans hit the road to play the Utah Utes, still adjusting to life with the big boys in the Pac-12 in their second season. Just a few weeks ago, the Trojans were everyone's darlings and seemed destined for big things. After a surprising setback though they are in a much different place now, and the Utes will look to deal them a blow that they won't be able to come back from.

USC is still ranked as the number 13 team with a 3-1 record, but that's a

Arizona Cardinals vs St. Louis Rams Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Thursday night primetime game of the week here in Week 5 of the 2012 NFL season features the league's biggest surprise, the Arizona Cardinals, on the road against the St. Louis Rams. The Cardinals are at 4-0 right now, and seem to have a certain magic about them. Can they keep it up on the road in a nationally televised showcase game? Or will the Rams under Jeff Fisher make a home stand?

There aren't many unbeaten teams left in the league right now, and nobody would have projected that the

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Week 6 College Football Picks, Predictions & Odds

The action is really getting good here in the college football season. Conference schedules are in full swing, and that means every week there are loads of important, high profile matches and rivalries. Week 6 looks especially juicy, with five games pitting ranked teams against each other, including three basically all top-10 matchups which will have major conference and national championship implications. Here's a quick look at the week 6 college football picks, predictions & odds for those five

Week 5 NFL Picks Against The Spread (Top 5 ATS)

There are some very big games on the calendar for week 5 of the 2012 NFL season. Some will see the reigniting of old rivalries, while others will pit teams in surprising positions against one another. All told, here are 5 games to keep on an eye on if you want to get in on the action and place a few bets against the spread for week 5.

Atlanta -3 At Washington

The Falcons are one of the few remaining unbeaten teams in the league, and are coming off a very close, nail biter of a win. The Redskins

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Week 5 NFL Picks Predictions & Odds

The real referees have been back on the job for a full week now, not that it has stopped the complaints about the quality of the officiating. But as we look ahead to week 5 of NFL action here in the 2012 season, the league is continuing to offer its usual share of surprises, down to the wire finishes, and great excitement. Here's a rundown at all of the week 5 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

Arizona -1.5 At St. Louis: The Cardinals are the biggest surprise of the year so far at 4-0. The magic

Monday, October 1, 2012

Monday Night Football: Chicago Bears vs Dallas Cowboys Picks, Predictions & Odds

This week's Monday Night Football match-up features the Chicago Bears visiting the Dallas Cowboys, in a showdown between two clubs likely to be in the thick of the playoff race until the end of the season. Both teams enter the game with a 2-1 record, and will look to grab an important conference win against the other. In what will be good news for everyone, the real NFL officials and referees will be back in time for this weekend's game, so we'll get to see this game played out as it should

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Week 4 NFL Picks: New York Giants vs Philadelphia Eagles Predictions & Odds

The New York Giants travel to their NFC East rivals the Philadelphia Eagles in this week 4 NFL Sunday night primetime match-up. The Giants vs. the Eagles is always a great and intense rivalry, and this one should be no different. The G-Men are the hotter team right now, but will they be able to steal a win on the road against Michael Vick and company? Here's a preview of what you can expect in the game.

Eli Manning has his team riding high right now, following a blowout win over the Carolina

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Week 5 College Football Picks: Texas vs Oklahoma State Predictions & Odds

The conference schedule for the Big 12 starts heating up in week 5, as the Texas Longhorns travel to Stillwater to play the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Before the season began, if you had picked which team would be 3-0 with a number 12 ranking heading into the game, you likely would have sided with the Cowboys. Of course, that's not the case, and Texas comes in as the unbeaten, ranked team, looking to score a big road win as they work to reestablish themselves as a strong contender for the conference

Ohio State vs Michigan State Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Big Ten takes center stage once again this weekend, as the Ohio State Buckeyes travel to play the Michigan State Spartans in a major showdown in the conference. The Buckeyes enter the Week 5 game ranked number 14, and have a 4-0 record. The Spartans are at 3-1, and have a number 20 record. With many of the top teams in the conference already suffering a defeat this year, this is a game with major implications, and could be a potential preview of the title game at season's end.

First year Ohio

Friday, September 28, 2012

Hawaii vs BYU Picks, Predictions & Odds

Friday night on ESPN, Hawaii travels to BYU for a primetime showdown. The Warriors will look to score a big upset victory, while the Cougars will look to bounce back from a very low scoring, close loss on the road against Boise State in a kind of bizarre, and very memorable game. Here's what to expect as these two team's collide on Friday night to kick off your weekend of college football betting.

BYU lost 7-6 against Boise State last weekend, and as mentioned, this was a topsy-turvy kind of game,

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Cleveland Browns vs Baltimore Ravens Picks, Predictions & Odds

The big Thursday night showcase game this week will feature the Baltimore Ravens welcoming the Cleveland Browns into town. This division rivalry is always interesting even when the teams are on opposite sides of the rankings, as they are once again. But the history there, with the Ravens formerly being the Browns, and the death of the owner who made that move, Art Modell, just recently, will ensure a high quality game. Here's a look at what to expect.

The Baltimore Ravens enjoyed a pretty

Stanford vs Washington Picks, Predictions & Odds

As Stanford and Washington heading into their Pac-12 showcase this week, in Thursday night's ESPN college football prime time game, you'd be hard pressed to say you expected these clubs to be where they are. Stanford is suddenly the number 8 team in the country, sitting at 3-0 after knocking out national champion hopefuls USC. Washington, for its part, is at least 2-1 thus far on the season. So will the Cardinal keep cruising in this weeknight game?

Stanford was supposed to be a decent opponent

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Week 4 NFL Predictions: Top 5 NFL Picks Against The Spread

As week 4 of the 2012 NFL season continues, the league is displaying its parity once again, with almost every team sitting at 2-1 or 1-2, and very few either undefeated or winless. As the games get underway this weekend, here are a few of the top 5 NFL picks against the spread for Week 4 to keep in mind as you make your fantasy predictions.

At Baltimore -12 Cleveland

The Ravens are dealing with a ton of emotion right now. The death of Torrey Smith's brother followed by the comeback win over the

Week 4 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

As the 2012 NFL season continues, week 4 will be the first week of the year with teams having bye weeks. Right now, the standings are packed across the league, as there are but a few undefeated or winless teams remaining. Here's a rundown of the week 4 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

At Baltimore -12 Cleveland: The Ravens stay on the home front in a short week and welcome a divisional opponent to town. They'll win, but the Browns beat the spread as Baltimore recovers from the intensity a few days

Monday, September 24, 2012

Monday Night Football: Green Bay vs Seattle Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Monday Night Football here in week 3 of the 2012 NFL season, the Green Bay Packers travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks in what should be a fun game. Aaron Rodgers and company will have to navigate the loud, unwelcoming surroundings in Seattle, home of the 12th man and one of the best home field advantages in the league. With both teams sitting even at 1-1 thus far, which team will grab their second victory on the year?

The Packers have had two very different performances in their first

Sunday, September 23, 2012

Week 3 NFL Picks: Philadelphia Eagles vs Arizona Cardinals Predictions & Odds

The Philadelphia Eagles head to the Arizona Cardinals this weekend for a match between old NFC East rivals, before the Cardinals were rightfully moved out West. it's also a surprising meeting between two 2-0 teams, and features some other intriguing angles as well. Here's a rundown of what to expect with the Eagles vs. Cardinals game here in week 3 of the 2012 NFL season.

The Eagles have stumbled and fumbled through way through 2 games, but somehow they have emerged with wins in both of them.

Week 3 NFL Predictions: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Oakland Raiders Picks & Odds

The Pittsburgh Steelers make a trip to the West coast this weekend, as they travel to Oakland to take on the Raiders. These two put on drastically different performances last weekend, and we'll see if that carries into this weekend and the results of this game. The Steelers of course will enter the game as favorites, but will they be able to pull off the road victory amongst the rowdy black hole faithful of the Raiders?

Oakland went to Miami last weekend and just got destroyed by the Dolphins. The

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Michigan vs Notre Dame Picks, Predictions & Odds

For Notre Dame, this is likely the biggest game in the tenure of Brian Kelly as head coach for the Fighting Irish, as his undefeated number 11 ranked team plays at home against number 18 Michigan, in a Saturday evening showcase match-up. They'll be looking to move to 4-0 for the first time since 2002, which is pretty hard to believe. However, they won't have it easy with the Wolverines, particularly since Michigan has had the edge on them as of late.

In their annual rivalry, the Wolverines have

College Football: Kansas State vs Oklahoma Picks, Predictions & Odds

In one of four matches between ranked college football teams this weekend, the number 15 Kansas State Wildcats travel to play the number 6 ranked Oklahoma Sooners. Each team has cruised against subpar opposition thus far on the season, so it's the first real test for both squads. Bob Stoops has seen so many promising seasons go down the drain as of late it seems, so will he be able to keep his team heading in the right direction with a big conference win here?

Oklahoma has played UTEP and Florida

Friday, September 21, 2012

UFC 152 Fight Card, Predictions & Odds

UFC 152 takes place this Saturday night on pay-per-view, and it's an intriguing card which includes two championship fights. Of course, the headline fight is Jon Jones defending his light heavyweight strap against Vitor Belfort, as Bones steps into the cage following the cancellation of UFC 151 because he wouldn't accept replacement opponent Chael Sonnen, after Dan Henderson suffered an injury.

He'll be looking to put on a show here against the UFC legend, to help win back some of the fans he lost

Baylor vs UL Monroe Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Friday night, the Baylor Bears travel to Malone Stadium to take on the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks. If you just had to do a double take at the first sentence, you're certainly not the only one out there. Why exactly is this a showcase game here in the 2012 college football season? Didn't Robert Griffin III leave for the NFL as the number 2 pick, leaving the Bears shorthanded? And since when does anybody pay attention to Louisiana-Monroe?

Well, the Warhawks scored a massive upset in their first

Thursday, September 20, 2012

New York Giants vs Carolina Panthers Picks, Predictions & Odds

Week 3's big Thursday night game of the week features the New York Giants heading to Carolina to take on Cam Newton and the Panthers. This is an intriguing game to see just where both of these clubs are after two weeks. Will Newton lead his team to another big home victory, or will the Giants get two in a row in the W column after a disappointing week 1 home loss?

The schedule has been a bit crazy for the Giants. They opened the season on a Wednesday night, then had a week and a half off until

BYU vs Boise State Picks, Predictions & Odds

Thursday night's ESPN college football showcase game features the Boise State Broncos playing on their vaunted blue turf, and welcoming the Brigham Young Cougars into town. Boise State is back into the top 25 after their win last weekend, and they certainly don't want to fall right back out. They light up the scoreboard at home, and in primetime games, so will they be able to take care of business in that fashion against BYU?

The story for Boise State this season was of course that so many of

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Week 3 NFL Predictions: Top 5 NFL Picks Against The Spread

There are a lot of intriguing games on the docket for week 3 in the 2012 NFL season. Most of the games for the weekend are in-conference, but out of the division, save for a few exceptions on both counts. Here's a rundown of the top 5 NFL picks against the spread for week 3 for you to keep in mind as you make your fantasy predictions.

At Indianapolis -3 Jacksonville

Andrew Luck has his first career victory out of the way, and he gets to stay at home and welcome the Jacksonville Jaguars onto his

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Week 3 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

Week 3 action here in the 2012 NFL season is loaded with a full schedule of games, beginning with another Thursday night special. Here's the rundown for the complete lineup of week 3 NFL picks, predictions and odds.

NY Giants -1 At Carolina

The Giants needed 500 yards from Eli Manning in order to come back and beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here though, the pass rush will contain Cam Newton, and Manning will limit early mistakes to lead the Giants to victory on the road.

At Chicago -7.5 St.

Sunday, September 16, 2012

Baltimore vs Philadelphia Picks, Predictions & Odds

One of the highlight games here in week 2 of the 2012 NFL season will see the Baltimore Ravens travel up I-95 a stretch and pay a visit to the Philadelphia Eagles. Both teams won their games in week 1, although they certainly looked quite a bit different in the process. There's also some off the field news which could play an impact on the outcome of this game. So will the Ravens clamp down on Michael Vick and company?

The big news of course is the sad passing of Ravens owner Art Modell. Modell,

New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers Picks, Predictions & Odds

In one of the biggest games of the second week of the 2012 NFL season, the New York Jets head to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers. Both of these teams are led by their great, attacking defenses, and both have high aspirations for the season, although the Jets were dealing with a lot of criticism before the year began. So will Rex Ryan lead his team to another big victory, or will the Steelers grab their first win of the year?

Last weekend, the premier game was Sunday night's match between the

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Alabama vs Arkansas Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Alabama vs. Arkansas SEC showdown this weekend is a bit different than it was projected to be. Alabama, the number 1 team in the country and the defending national champs, were to be heading to their top 10 ranked conference and division rivals, in a huge match-up with implications for the entire season. And now? Well, not so much.

Last week, Arkansas was absolutely stunned by Louisiana-Monroe, losing 34-31. You can call that a fluke or a bad weekend or the result of a couple of tough breaks,

Friday, September 14, 2012

Florida vs Tennessee Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Florida Gators will head on the road to meet their SEC brethren and rivals in the Tennessee Volunteers this weekend. While this is a longstanding, fierce rivalry, there really hasn't been much competition between the two clubs as of late. After Tennessee won the game in back to back seasons in '03 and '04, Florida has reeled off seven straight victories, many of which have come in blowout fashion.

This year though, the gap between these two programs has certainly been closed, as each looks to

Washington State vs UNLV Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Friday night, Washington State travels to Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas to take on the UNLV Rebels. UNLV has gotten off to a disappointing 0-2 start on the season, while Washington State has split their first two games of the year. Even on the road, Washington State will be the large favorites in this game, and UNLV will need to pull out all the stops in order to get their first win of the 2012 campaign.

These clubs met in 2011 for the first time in 20 years, and it wasn't much of a game.

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Week 2 NFL Point Spreads & Odds

Week 2 of the 2012 NFL season gets started with another exciting Thursday night game, before moving into a full slate of exciting games on Sunday afternoon. From division rivalries to early season showdowns, surprise upstarts and performances and much more, there's a lot to look at here in week 2. Here's a quick overview of the week 2 NFL point spreads and odds. For every game, the favorite is listed first.

At Green Bay -6 Chicago 51.5 -$285 +$245: Green Bay plays host to their old

NFL Week 2 Predictions: Top 5 NFL Picks Against the Spread

There are a lot of great games on the docket for week 2 of the 2012 NFL season. If you're looking to get in on the action and place a few bets, or just make the right moves with your picks league, then here are a few games for you to consider. Check out the top 5 games in week 2 for betting against the spread.

At NY Giants -7.5 Tampa Bay

The Giants welcome the Buccaneers into town, and welcome rookie head coach Greg Schiano back to New Jersey, where he coached at Rutgers for so long. Tampa Bay

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Notre Dame to the ACC

Breaking news has come in the ever-changing world of NCAA conferences, realignment and rumors that Notre Dame, famously an independent school, will join the Atlantic Coast Conference. This move will be for all sports, while the football team actually will remain independent. It's a unique scenario with potential benefits for both sides, and also leaves the ACC as a likely future home for Notre Dame football if they ever decide to give up their independence.

However, that doesn't mean that Notre

Week 2 NFL Predictions Against the Spread

It's good to have NFL football back in our lives, and the action continues here in week 2 of the 2012 NFL season with some more great games. We don't have to wait long either, as everything will get going immediately with another Thursday night game.

Right here, find a list of some of the week 2 NFL predictions against the spread which you should be considering. There are lots of opportunities to pick upset winners or to play with the spread and back a surprise team or two. Take a look.

At NY

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Week 2 NFL Picks, Predictions & Odds

An exciting week 1 of the 2012 NFL season has come to a close, which means it's time to start looking ahead to next weekend. There's another great slate of match-ups on the docket, including division rivalries, early season tests, and much more. Here's the rundown with a complete collection of week 2 NFL picks.

At Green Bay -5 Chicago

The Packers are coming off a disappointing week 1 loss at home to the 49ers, while the Bears looked strong in their opening match against the Colts. Starting 0-2,

Monday, September 10, 2012

Cincinnati vs Baltimore Picks, Predictions & Odds

The first of two Monday night games in week 1 of the 2012 NFL season, and by most accounts the more interesting of the two games, pits AFC North rivals against one another as the Cincinnati Bengals travel to Baltimore to play the Ravens. Not only are they divisional rivals, but they're also both playoff teams from last year, and they're both teams that are looking to do even better here in 2012. So which one gets moving with a big week 1 victory?

Baltimore is a perennial contender, but for all of

Monday Night Football: San Diego vs Oakland Picks, Predictions & Odds

Week 1 of the 2012 NFL season gets underway with a special two game showcase on Monday Night Football. The second of those two games will showcase two AFC West teams against one another, as the San Diego Chargers head on the road to play the Oakland Raiders. Both teams have a lot of question marks to answer for the upcoming year, but both teams are also feeling optimistic about their chances.

San Diego has been the classic case of wasted potential and wasted talent over the past several seasons.

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Carolina vs Tampa Bay Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Carolina Panthers and Cam Newton will head down to Tampa Bay to play the Buccaneers and their new head coach, Greg Schiano, formerly of Rutgers. Newton is looking to build on his fantastic rookie campaign, and take the Panthers from a team to keep an eye on in the future, to a team to watch right now. The Buccaneers are simply looking for a fresh start and some reinvigoration, so which NFC South team will get the upper hand with a week 1 win?

Schiano was a surprising hire, but the Buccaneers

NFL Week 1: New England vs Tennessee Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Tennessee Titans play host to the New England Patriots in week 1 of the 2012 NFL season. For the Titans, it's the dawn of a new era, as quarterback Jake Locker takes the reins for the team, and tries to show that he has what it takes to be a top level player in the NFL. Of course, for the Patriots, it's business as usual for that franchise. So will the Titans notch a big, surprising early win, or will the Patriots keep things rolling?

The New England Patriots are locked and loaded, and ready

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Florida vs. Texas A&M Picks, Predictions & Odds

The Florida Gators travel to Texas to take on the Texas A&M Aggies in a game with two big welcomes. For the Gators, it's a welcome back to the top 25 in the country, at least for now. They're currently ranked at number 24 in the nation. For the Aggies, it's a welcome to SEC football, and just a small smart to the many challenges that will be awaiting them on the rest of the year.

This is an important year for Florida and head coach Will Muschamp. Florida really needs to take a major step ahead

Purdue vs. Notre Dame Picks, Predictions & Odds

Purdue travels to South Bend to take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish this Saturday. The two teams enter with a shared 1-0 record, but of course, these two teams aren't really on equal ground. The Fighting Irish have high hopes for their 2012 season, and third year head coach Brian Kelly knows he better start delivering. At one of the highest profile of places all across the country, year three may as well be now or never time if no progress is shown on the field.

It's not doomsday just yet for

Friday, September 7, 2012

NFL Picks Week 1: Indianapolis vs Chicago Predictions & Odds

Fans in Indianapolis are very excited to see the regular season debut of new quarterback Andrew Luck this Sunday, as the Colts head to Chicago the play the Bears. This will be an intriguing game for football fans, as they see not only what Luck looks like, but also what the Bears look like after they have brought in some more players in the offseason to try to take things to the next level.

For Chicago, this is a very big season for them, and they want to compete for a championship. They have

Utah vs. Utah State Picks, Predictions & Odds

An intrastate rivalry game takes center stage on Friday night as the Utah Utes travel all the way to Utah State to play the Aggies. Utah, of course, is embarking on its 2nd season in the Pac-12, while Utah State calls the WAC home. But will the Utes be able to throw around their big conference muscle, or will the Aggies play tough on their home turf?

Kyle Whittingham is still the head man in charge here for the Utah Utes. Last year, the Utes finished 8-5, a respectable showing, although it

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Pittsburgh vs. Cincinnati Picks, Predictions & Odds

In this week's college football Thursday night showcase game, the Pittsburgh Panthers travel to play the Cincinnati Bearcats in a Big East rivalry game that won't be a Big East rivalry game for long, as Pittsburgh leaves the conference for the ACC following the season. Nonetheless, it's an important conference game for this season, as each club tries to position itself at the head of the pack and in line for a big bowl game. However, if this wasn't a Thursday night game, all on its own, you can be sure

Week 1 NFL Picks: Seattle vs Arizona Predictions & Odds

The NFC West begins their battle for the 2012 NFL season as the Seattle Seahawks visit the Arizona Cardinals. Both of these teams have a lot of questions, but one squad definitely seems to be more optimistic than the other. The San Francisco 49ers appear basically assured of winning the division once again, but the Seahawks are positioning themselves to try to make a run towards the Wild Card. Will get they moving in the right direction in year 3 for head coach Pete Carroll?

Carroll has never been

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

NFL Week 1: Atlanta vs Kansas City Picks, Predictions & Odds

On Sunday afternoon, the Atlanta Falcons visit Kansas City to take on the Chiefs in each team's 2012 NFL season opener. The first week of the season is always an exciting time, however, this is a big game for each team as they try to set the tone for what the rest of the season has in store for themselves. So will the Falcons come out ahead and establish themselves as title contenders, or will the Chiefs begin erasing the memories of their poor 2011 showing?

The Chiefs really struggled out of the