College Football Betting - The Pac 10

Pac-10 teams were 21-14 ATS outside their conference last season but don’t appear to be as strong, overall, this year. Teams are listed in predicted order of finish with 2007 records, returning starters (RS) - including kickers--and returning lettermen (RL) in parentheses:   USC (11-2 SU, 7-6 ATS, 11 RS, 46 RL) By the Numbers (2000-2007) SU:  81-21 ATS: 57-45 HF:  24-21

Betting on College Football Big East

Don't go to sleep on the Big East. Conference teams were 22-16-1 ATS outside their league last year and, if history is a guide, could be undervalued and underestimated by oddsmakers again in 2008. Teams are listed in predicted order of finish with 2007 records, returning starters (RS)—-including kickers--and returning lettermen (RL) in parentheses:   WEST VIRGINIA (11-2 SU, 7-5-1 ATS,

Tebow takes aim at repeat Heisman performance

It is almost time for the NCAA football season to begin, which means people can start discussing who are the top favorites for the Heisman Trophy, the highest individual accomplishment in college football. Here is a list of who may be striking the famous pose in New York City at the end of the season.   Tim Tebow, Florida The Gators' junior quarterback is the favorite at +250 after his sci

Big Non Conference College Football Games

The college football season keeps getting closer and closer to starting.  In 2008 there is going to be many big non conference match ups.  There are many interesting and entertaining clashes set to take place this year with at least two or three of them having direct implications on the BSC National Championship.  Let’s take a look at some of the games that will be top non con

Betting on College Football ACC

The ACC conference was only 2-6 in Bowl games last year and have been one of the most disappointing conferences in college football. Luken Karol takes a look at the ACC conference sports betting angles. ACC teams were just 22-29-2 ATS versus non-conference foes in 2007, a mark that could get even worse this year. Teams are listed in predicted order of finish with 2007 records, returning starters

Betting on College Football Big XII

In 2007 the Kansas Jayhawks and Missouri Tigers were both surprise teams, not only in the Big XII but in the National BCS Championship picture. This year Oklahoma is the favorite to win the Big XII according to the oddsmakers with Texas, Missouri just below them and Kansas and Texas Tech in the discussion. Luken Karol previews the Big XII and shares some sports betting angles and sportsbook bustin

Tough Schedules for some College Football Teams

There is usually a trend that many sports bettors follow every year.  They get excited about a team just based purely on their roster or some returning players and their coaching staffs, but they do not focus on one of the main aspects in college football which is a team’s schedule.   A tough schedule can make all the difference between a sensational year, or a bad one. 

College Football: Season Win Totals

College football is almost here so it is a good time to now start looking at some of the season win totals.  Looking at most of the totals is very frustrating because there is not a lot of value with many of them.  That is why I am going to look at a couple of teams who are not getting much respect though the media and public eye.  A couple of teams stand out who may be of some valu

College Football - Teams with QB Concerns

Right now is a scary time for many fans, sports bettors and some college football teams.  The season is just around the corner and many college football teams have a lot of questions about their starting quarterbacks.  Coaches have to make a decision whether to start a freshman quarterback or go with an older one who does not have experience.  It is frightening for many teams and ca

Betting on College Football Big Ten

Ohio State enters the 2008 college football season as the favorite to win the Big 10 conference. The Bukeyes are also 12/1 to win the 2009 BCS Championship. It should be an interesting season this year for teams in the Big 10. Michigan comes in to the season with a new head coach and many questions while Illinois improved a great deal in 2007. Luken Karol takes a look at the Big Ten sports betting

Betting on College Football SEC

The 2008 college football season is less than one month away and already fans are discussing who will win the 2009 BCS Championship. The Southeast Conference has been a powerful football contest for many years now and most college football experts consider the SEC to be the toughest conference in all of college football. With teams like Florida, Georgia, LSU, Tennessee and others, you understand w

Biggest underrated College Football teams this year

Biggest underrated College Football teams this year College football fans have patience, the season is just around the corner.  It seems like it has been an eternity for most fans, but it is almost here.  As the season is about to begin, I think that now is a good time to look at some underrated college football teams.  Some teams may not be getting the respect that they deserve.

College Football Betting, Future Books offer Versatility

The kickoff of the 2008 season still is weeks away but there are at least a couple of good reasons why college football betting should be near the top of your wagering playbook right now. For starters, it's never too early to begin researching the upcoming gridiron campaign, which begins with 14 games on Thursday, Aug. 28. More importantly, sportsbooks already have future book lines posted, ask

Early Heisman Trophy Candidates Look

Each and every pass year the tradition of the Heisman Trophy grows and becomes more popular.  The Trophy is named after John W. Heisman.  He was a name who knew everything there was to know about the game of football.  John studied the dynamics and helped the evolution of the game.  The Heisman Trophy now goes out to the most outstanding college football player of the year.

Can the LSU Tigers defend as BCS champs?

Can the LSU Tigers defend as BCS champs? Many people are trying to speculate whether or not the defending BCS National Champion LSU Tigers can repeat again this year.  Last season they had an overall ranking of number 2 in the nation and played the number 1 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes for the BCS title.  The game was very entertaining to watch, as the Tigers went on to win the game by