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Braves (Anderson, 1-0) vs Dodgers (Buehler, 0-1)

The Dodgers dodged a bullet in game 5 in a big way with a terrific performance from their bullpen. Today it is Buehler rather than Scherzer on the mound, and he is pitching on short rest. It is unlikely that his start will be of length today; his last two were only around 4 innings. Buehler has thrown well over 200 innings this year, and has not been as overpowering in the late season or in the post season as we have come to expect.

The Dodgers got to Atlanta’s last starter, Fried. Can they do the same against Anderson? Anderson shut out the Brewers in the post season, but allowed 2 ER on three innings against the Dodgers in his last start. He is prone to poor first innings before settling into a game. He has been a much more successful pitcher at home.

The Dodgers’ pen has performed well but the Braves have seen a lot of them. This game will likely be a similar situation. I wonder how long a tired bullpen can keep pulling rabbits out of the hat? The Braves’ bullpen is much better rested if not as highly rated. Both teams are very good against right handed pitching.

The Braves are no doubt wondering if they are faced with a repeat of their previous post season meeting with the Dodgers. I am going out on a limb and saying it is not going to happen. Take the Braves +1 1/2

Panthers/Flyers

The High-flying Panthers are on the road vs the Flyers. Panthers are 4-0 and have knocked off some big-ticket teams so far. The Flyers have wins against the Bruins and the Kraken. The Flyers are leading the league in goals scored with balanced offense across the lines. Their PP has been clipping along at a great but unsustainable 42% rate. Their defense has not been as good. They are 17th in the league and will likely be missing Ellis for Saturday’s game. And which Hart will show up? He looked dismal in his first start but turned things around in his second game.

The Panthers are a well-coached team, strong on offense and defense, and destined for a playoff run this year. They are scoring at a 4.5 goals per game rate, and while their power play has not quite woken up, their PK has been terrific. They have only allowed 1.8 goals per game so far. Their young goalie of the future starts on Saturday. Knight was very sharp, stopping 30 of 31 shots in his first start.

The Panther will break their unbeaten winning streak, but I don’t think it will be tonight against the Flyers. Take the Panthers to win.

LSU @ Ole Miss 

LSU is 4-3. It's offense has played well and it's defense hasn't. QB Max Johnson has stepped up under center with 1863 passing yards and 20 touchdowns.

That offense has been forced to play well for the Tigers to stay competitive though each week, as the defense is allowing 28.7 PPG. 

Ole Miss is on a misson to win the SEC and it'll look to take advntage of this suspect Tigers' offense. The Running Rebels average 43.7 PPG. QB Matt Corral has 1728 passing yards and 14 touchdowns while also leading the Rebels in rushing with 450 yards and eight touchdowns on the ground.

The one down fall for Ole Miss? Like its counterpart today, it's on the defensive side of the ball where the Rebels are conceding 30.2 PPG.

Look for these offenses to pile on the points quickly. This number is low, the play is the over.

Cinci @ Navy

Now 6-0 including a huge win against the Irish at South Bend, the Bearcats are looking like one of the best teams in the nation yet again this year. With 16 total TDs and only 2 INTs, QB Desmond Ridder is definitely in the MVP conversation. He's looking to build on that against a struggling Navy squad.

To be completely honest, the Midshipmen have been awful. With a 1-5 record on the season, they are a miserable 1-10 in their last 11 games dating back to last season. Let's not forget in the last meeting against Cinci, Navy failed to even get on the board in the 42-0 loss (2018.)

Expect the #2 team in the country to absolutely destroy this weak Navy team. The line might scare people off, but it won't be enough, I guarantee it. Take Cinci

Clemson @ Pittsburgh

I like Pittsburgh to keep the foot on the gas in this one. Clemson is 4-2 and 3-1 in the ACC, most recently coming off a tight 17-14 win against Syracuse, unable to cover the large spread.

The Panthers are 5-1 and 2-0 in conference. They most recently beat Virginia Tech 28-7. 

DJ Uiagalelei passed for 181 yards and one touchdown in Clemson's win last weekend, but he now faces one of the best defenses he's ever played against.

Pittsburgh has conceded just 35 points in its past three games and it hasn’t allowed more than 100 yards rushing in those contests. 

The Panthers are also 5-1 ATS in their last six against the Conference, while the Tigers are just 2-6 ATS in their last eight as a road dog in the +2.5 to +4.5 points range.

I think Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett is the difference-maker in the end.

Lay the points, the play is on Pittsburgh.