GET YOUR FIX IN WEEK SIX

We cooled off just a pinch last weekend but we still have a sizzling 75% pace overall this season, including some big UPSET SPECIALS.

That’s pretty potent. And produces a big pile of greenbacks. Cha ching!

Beat that Vegas

SIDELINES

• Alabama leap frogs Clemson for #1 ranking. The Tigers soft ACC schedule will be an anchor keeping Clemson down as other conference teams lack strong records (note to Dabo: offset weak ACC teams with stronger out of conference games).

• Something to watch is what California is doing for player endorsements and compensation. This is a pretty slippery slope for the NCAA.

• Gotta love what Mack Brown did last Saturday versus Clemson. Instead of going for a tying PAT, Brown rolled the dice and went for two. They came up short but the message to the team as well as the fans is pretty strong.

Hello Coach?  I just got busted.

• Every head coach needs to know that they are potentially being recorded all the time even when speaking to law enforcement in the middle of the night. Doesn’t look good when a head coach tries to defend the horrible actions of one of his players. Ain’t that right Coach Pruitt? Kids' parents are listening, too.

• Worried that Braves fall ball will interfere with your college football viewing this October? After what we witnessed last night, have no fear. Will be a short fall for the Bravos. Time to offload some this "talent" to beef up the soft parts (So long, Dansby??).

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THE GREAT EIGHT™ FOR WEEK SIX

#7 AUBURN @ #10 FLORIDA…this is probably the best match-up of the weekend so find a comfy place to watch. Both teams are undefeated at 5-0. But Auburn has played tougher competition (Oregon, Missy State, Texas A&M) and their run game has been potent, averaging 251 yards per game. Add in a tough Tiger run defense and the Gators may be looking at a long afternoon. This will be the first big test for Florida’s qb Kyle Trask, and he needs to keep the chains moving. The good news for Florida fans is the return of Jabari Zuniga (DE) and CJ Henderson (CB). So their defense should give Auburn some fits. In a close one, fly with the War Eagles in the Swamp.

#14 IOWA @ #19 MICHIGAN…what the Hawkeyes lack in a pass rush, they make up for it in other areas and have only allowed 34 points over the last four games. Veteran qb Nate Stanley has been solid with 64% completion rate and the Iowa run game is averaging well over 200 yards per game. Wolverine qb Shea Patterson has been hot as well, and Michigan will rely on him and his receivers to make things happen. It won’t be enough. In an UPSET SPECIAL, Hawkeyes over the Wolverines.

#11 TEXAS @ WEST VIRGINIA…the Mountaineers will have to rely on a strong run game if they want to come away with a W. The Texas D is allowng over 250 ground yards and the Neers will undoubtedly push that button despite having the worst offense in the Big 12. If Texas gets rolling early it could be a long day for WVU. QB Sam Ehlinger has been strong this season, completing 75% of his passes and quite capable of hitting deep passes. Long Horns win this one.

#3 GEORGIA @ TENNESSEE…this game will most likely be over at the half so be prepared to either mow the yard or flip to another game. Tennessee is floundering on offense and searching for answers at quarterback. The Vol line has done the offense no favors and will be challenged to stop a fierce pass rush (look for Azeez Ojulari off the edge). The Dawgs will line up and pound the ball while Jake Fromm plays it safe. If you’re a Vol fan, you can hope that your team shows up and puts out a competitive effort. An ugly night in Knoxville as the Dawgs win big.

MICHIGAN STATE @ #4 OHIO STATE…the Buckeyes will face a Spartan defense that is allowing only less than 2 yards per carry and will force OSU to throw, which shouldn’t be a problem for qb Justin Fields…16 TD passes with zero INTs…plus 7 rushing TDs. Since Sparty lacks an offense to keep pace with Ohio State, they’ll need the defense to carry the day….just not this Saturday. Buckeyes bounce the Spartans.

CAL @ #13 OREGON…this could turn out to be a defensive game for both teams. Cal has a fantastic linebacking corp led by Evan Weaver (look for him). They have a stout run defense and are very good at getting behind the line. The key is for the defense to keep the Bears in the game while the offense chips away with a back up qb who will be facing the best defense in the Pac-12. We think the Ducks will have just enough offense to pull this game out. Fly with the Ducks in Eugene.

NORTH CAROLINA @ GEORGIA TECH…the Jacket are still struggling with the transition from triple option and getting any offensive traction has been next to impossible…no run game, no passing attack…dead last in the nation in scoring. Ouch. Meanwhile the Heels are still smarting from their emotional loss to Clemson and are not exactly lighting up the scoreboard. But their defense will carry the day tomorrow as the offense slowly surfaces. Take UNC at Bobby Dodd.

VIRGINIA TECH @ MIAMI…the Hokie defense is not what it once was but the Miami o-line has been horrible, allowing nine tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks per game. Ouch. We’re guessing the Hurricane staff studied how Duke tore apart the Va Tech secondary and will try to do the same. The Cane defense will be strong with the offense being good-enough to come away with a win. Cash in with the Canes.

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