Thurs. Combo Pack

BYU vs. San Diego State, 12/20/2012 20:00 EDT, Score: 23 - 6

Point Spread: -3/-110 BYU

Sportsbook: JustBet.cx

Result: Win

BYU -3


Defense wins big games, and BYU has it. SDSU has a potent running attack and has not lost a game since September. BUT...strength of schedule is KEY in bowl games and BYU has been battle tested and their defense is the star in this game. Yes, BYU has a defense and not the old school high powered passing game they are known for with little or no defense. They rank second in the nation stopping the run and fifth in scoring allowed. BYU also averages 29 ppg on offense with a balanced attack. They also have 2 QBs that may play here as well. SDSU ranked 108 in passing and if BYU stops their run, which I feel they will, they will falter trying to play from behind or stretch the field vertcally. BYU a more rounded team who is battle tested. Both teams very well coached and these 2 head coaches also know each other as they have worked together, Mendenhall was the DC for Rocky Long at New Mexico for 5 years.

Play 1 Unit on BYU

Play a half unit on Atlanta -3.5 against Detroit. There is a reason why Detroit has only 4 wins this year, and Atlanta has 12 wins and are 5-2 SU on the road.