Week 4 Game Picks

Well, my first week of predicting was mediocre. I went 4/4 on my predictions but 0/4 on my upsets. This week I'm hoping to do better. Here are my picks:

LSU @ Auburn

The winner of this game puts itself in a favorable position to win the SEC West. LSU has had arguably the weakest schedule to this point playing Appalachian State, Troy and North Texas. Auburn is fresh of an ugly, defensive game in which they beat Mississippi State 3-2. Auburn has a very talented and ferocious defense and I expect them to pressure Andrew Hatch and shut down LSU's offense and never let them get into a rhythm. Offensively Auburn does not need to score too much, all they need to do is keep the clock moving, and not turn it over and they should win the ball game.

Score: 17-10 Auburn

Miami (FL) @ Texas A&M

A game between two programs that have fallen off quite a bit since their glory days. Last Season, Texas A&M travelled to Miami only to get trounced by 'The U' 34-17. The score seems closer than the game was because Miami scored the first 31 points of the game. This year Texas A&M gets to play at home where it seems they have a better advantage. I think Miami will go into Kyle Field and beat A&M for the second year in a row.

Score: 28-17 Miami

Georgia @ Arizona State

Arizona State, in my opinion was the most overrated team coming into this season. That is why I was so happy when they were upset by UNLV. They never showed up in big games last year losing to USC, Texas and Oregon by a combined score of 131-81. All the preseason talk about beating Georgia and the 'Dawgs' losing "in the desert" have surly fired Georgia up. This is the most Georgia has travelled for an out-of-conference game in a long time so look for that to be a bit of a factor. Having said that, Georgia shouldn't have much trouble taking care of Arizona State.

Score: 41-27 Georgia

Florida @ Tennessee

An SEC East match up between my two favorite teams ( Yes, I like two teams who are rivals). Another game with big SEC implications between two big rivals. Last year Tennessee had no answer for the speed of the gators and got blown out 59-20. This year, Florida must travel to Tennessee where Tennessee is looking for some revenge. I think the game will be a lot closer but Florida pulls away in the end.

Score: 45-31 Florida

Upset Watch

Look out for these Upsets:

Central Michigan over Purdue

FAU over Minnesota

Boise State over Oregon

Air Force over Utah

Florida State over Wake Forest

Ball State over Indiana

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