Week 4 Predictions (Spread)

#5 Auburn at #20 Kansas State (+9.5) - KSU has been known to pull off some interesting upsets since Snyder and crew has been in office. They are 130-31-1 @ home since 1990. But they have started off this year kinda off-balanced, giving up 600 yds and 44 (vs SF Austin and Iowa St.) Their ability to move the ball on the ground will keep this game interesting. But, Auburn's offense has been running full speed. Minus any stumbles or injuries, Auburn wins +14.

Troy at #13 Georgia (-39) - Georgia's loss is at the front of everyone's minds especially the staff and coaches. Question is: how do they respond? Panic and overlook the Trojans or concentrate on getting that next win. Either way I believe the talent they possess will take care of an 0-3, multiple double-digit loss, Troy. But, if UGA decides they want to let the Dawgs out, it WILL be ugly. UGA +42

Florida at #3 Alabama (-14.5) - The Gators are coming off a very unconvincing win against Kentucky. A LOT of mistakes were made throughout the game, mainly in the secondary (deep-pass defense.) Bama didnt look too much better in the first half of their game, seeming sluggish. EDGE: The Tide is more talented at the skills positions. Bama will utilize the Cooper/VH3 match-up and play-action to hit Jones, White, and Stewart. This will be Sims TRUE test. Bama +17

#6 Texas A&M at SMU (+31) - The Mustangs have been outscored in their last two games 88-6. The Aggies have outscored opponents 163-41, with 28 of those points coming from their cross-division rivals. SMU is in the bottom 10 of every stat for CFB. SMUs coaching staff is... well... IDK... Texas A&M wins +76523 (+63)

Indiana at #18 Missouri (-17) - The Hoosiers are coming off a close loss to Bowling Green where they displayed a very impressive rushing attack. Tevin Coleman is looking to test Mizzou's ability to stop the run (critical for SEC contention.) The Tigers havent seen a look like IU has this season. Maty Mauk has shown improvement and though still rough around the edges he is poised to pull off some upsets in these upcoming weeks. Mizzou barely covers +20

Mississippi State at #8 LSU (-10) - The Bulldogs head down to Death Valley where they play a team they havent beaten since 1999, since 1991 in Baton Rouge. But that isnt part of my decision making process, just an interesting fact. I believe the Bayou Bengals have the upperhand in this undefeated match-up because of their ability to make big plays and their depth in trench warfare. Dak Prescott is similar to Tanner McElvoy in that he can be mobile, and i think he will need to be. This is honestly the toughest spread for me to call, but i think LSU will win the turnover battle. LSU +7

Northern Illinois at Arkansas (-14.5) - The Razorbacks went from 7 point favorites to 15 after their thrashing of the Red Raiders, but i dont think its enough. I stand by what i said last week:
"I believe Arkansas is a very underrated team. Their record might not reflect it, but i think this will be Bert's defining moment. Their OL is immense and their rush attack will be too much for the Red Raiders."
Arky +28

#14 South Carolina at Vanderbilt (+21.5) - Vandy gone Vandy... The Cocks have shown the world they are as good as everyone thought they were in the preseason... EXCEPT against teams that spread and use an air-raid-like offense. They have shown they have additional lethal weapons at their dipsosal in the Backfield. Vandy might find a couple TDs off the deep route but it wont be enough. Cocks +24