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NoneCity are now six games without a victory but appeared to be cruising towards three points before being stunned by the Eredivisie side, who hit them with goals from Anis Hadj Moussa, Santiago Gimenez and David Hancko to fight back from 3-0 down. Two goals from Erling Haaland, one of them a penalty, and one from Ilkay Gundogan had the 2023 European champions three up after 53 minutes as they sought the win that would help to get their ailing season back on track. FULL-TIME | A point apiece. 🩵 3-3 ⚫️ #ManCity | #UCL pic.twitter.com/6oj1nEOIwm — Manchester City (@ManCity) November 26, 2024 After the team collapsed in the closing stages, Ake called on his team-mates to show their mettle if their campaign is not to wither away. Speaking to Amazon Prime, he was asked whether he believed the the team’s problem is a mental one. “Maybe it is,” he said. “It is difficult to say. Obviously we have not been in this situation many times but this is where we have to show our character. “When everything seems to go against us and everyone is writing us off, we have to stay strong mentally, believe in ourselves and stick together. 🔢 pic.twitter.com/diyhxQXsdF — Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) November 26, 2024 “Every season there is a period when they write us off. We have to make sure we stay strong as a team and staff and make sure we get out of it.” The draw leaves City with work to do if they are to secure one of the eight automatic spots in the last 16 of this season’s Champions League. They are currently 15th in the table, two points outside of the top eight, and will need positive results in their next two games against Juventus and Paris St Germain to keep their hopes alive. They then face Club Brugge in their final league match on January 29. The result at least ended a run of five straight defeats in all competitions ahead of Sunday’s Premier League showdown with leaders Liverpool at Anfield. “When you are three goals up it feels like a defeat when you give up three goals at home,” said Ake. “It is tough now, a tough night, but the only thing we can do is look forward to the next one. Liverpool is a big game and it is another challenge to overcome. “(We were) 3-0 up and we played quite well and were under control, but then it all changed. “You just have to stay strong mentally. At 3-1 they then push on but I think we need to go for it a bit earlier so we could keep the pressure on them, but we stayed playing at the back and maybe invited more pressure on us. “Then when you concede the second one there is even more pressure and then we have to stay stronger mentally.”

Kevin O’Connell won his 30th career game as a NFL head coach on Sunday afternoon, reaching the milestone faster than any coach in Vikings history and celebrating the victory in a manner that’s by now become familiar. The coach praised his players’ resilience in his locker room speech after the Vikings overcame a 13-point deficit in the final 16 minutes to beat the Cardinals 23-22 , saying he hadn’t once wondered whether they believed they could emerge with a victory. He acknowledged the Vikings’ imperfections, challenging them to keep chasing an ever-improving standard of play, and he gave out game balls to the players who’d produced the pivotal moments in the game. “Got our 10th win by December 1st, which I think is an accomplishment,” O’Connell said in his Sunday news conference . “Games are hard to win. I do think that’s a really well-coached, playoff-caliber football team in the other locker room. They made it hard on us. We’ve got to be a lot better offensively and see if we can not put ourselves in a hole. But I will say, you know, when we absolutely needed it, to put those drives together and find a way to get the points needed to win the game is obviously the intent of everything here.” O’Connell reached the 30-win mark in 46 games, two faster than Dennis Green and four faster than Bud Grant. That mark is built on the Vikings’ success in close games: they are 24-9 in one-score games under O’Connell, with a .727 win percentage that trails only the Eagles and Chiefs in that time, and their 7-1 mark this year is the second-best in the league behind only Kansas City’s 9-0 record. According to ESPN Stats and Information, O’Connell‘s record in one-score games is the third-best in league history, behind only Guy Chamberlin and John Madden. The frequency of the Vikings’ close games has become something of a gripe among fans, perhaps because of the stress they induce. This year, as in 2022, they’re frequently used in service of the narrative the Vikings are an illegitimate contender, with a florid record dressed up by narrow victories. Indeed, the Vikings resisted the urge to run it back after 2022, letting go of veterans like Adam Thielen, Dalvin Cook, Eric Kendricks and Za’Darius Smith after a season where a 13-4 record (despite the fact they’d been outscored) might have convinced them to return with the same group. They continued to remake the roster after 2023, and it’s entirely possible they’ll continue to do so after 2024, with a number of veterans on one-year contracts driving them toward a playoff berth that few saw coming . But in the two years where they have paired O’Connell with consistent quarterbacking, they have found a way to succeed in a league where close games are more prevalent than ever. The frequency of close games in the NFL has been ticking up for years, spurred on by the relatively even distribution of talent and rules that facilitate the kinds of passing games that can catalyze comebacks. With one game to go in Week 13 of the 2024 season, 106 of the 194 games have been decided by seven points or less, putting the league on pace for 148 in a 272-game season. That would break the record of 139, set in 2022. (It’s worth noting that the 2022 and 2023 seasons, which both had teams playing 17 games, rank atop the list, but the eight seasons with the most close games in NFL history have all occurred since 2010.) Compared to previous Vikings coaches, O’Connell has certainly coached an outsize portion of close games. Thirty-three of his 46 regular-season games, or 71.7%, have been decided by one score. That’s easily the highest percentage in Vikings history, ahead of Green (53.4%), Leslie Frazier (51.8%), Brad Childress (50%), Mike Zimmer (49.6%), Grant (48.2%), Mike Tice (47.6%), Les Steckel (43.8%), Jerry Burns (43.1%) and Norm Van Brocklin (31%). After losing three games by 17 points or more in 2022, though, the Vikings have played more close games in part because they haven’t been blown out much. They lost just once by three scores in 2023, and their two losses this season are by a total of 12 points. As a result, they have outscored opponents by 78 points this season, tied with the Packers for the fifth-best mark in the league. “The margin of victory tells some story about your team,” O’Connell said. “But I do know that if you stack a whole bunch of one-score wins together, and you don’t have any lopsided losses, your margin of victory is going to be at a good number for the season, and that means you played somewhat consistent.” The coach said he doesn’t think all one-score games “are created equally,” bringing up the differences between a five-point victory over the Jaguars where the Vikings held the ball for 42:19 and their 13-point comeback to beat the Cardinals by a point on Sunday. Against Arizona, though, Darnold delivered a performance that evoked Kirk Cousins’ work in the Vikings’ eight comeback wins two years ago. In engineering the biggest comeback of his career and just his fifth fourth-quarter comeback in the NFL, Darnold completed seven of his 12 passes for 104 yards and a touchdown in the fourth quarter. A week before, he‘d thrown for 90 yards on the Vikings’ game-winning overtime drive against the Bears . ”I don’t know how many times he’s had a game where he’s been down 10 or 13 points and been able to manifest that kind of scoring,” O’Connell said. “It’s almost a surgical level of doing [his] job and trying not to do too much, but also knowing, ‘My job might be to put a ball in a tight window here and there.’ ... When you stack them all up, it’s winning football.” Whether with Cousins (who returns to U.S. Bank Stadium with Atlanta on Sunday) or with Darnold, the Vikings continue to stack up one-score wins under O’Connell faster than at any point in their history. 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SAN ANTONIO , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT has been named the Compact Truck of Texas at the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) annual Truck Rodeo held Sept. 26-27, 2024 . The TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo is a prominent annual event where top automotive media evaluate new vehicles based on performance, value, and overall appeal. Competing against strong contenders, the updated 2025 Santa Cruz XRT impressed judges with its rugged design, advanced technology, and enhanced off-road capability. "We are thrilled to see the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT recognized as the 'Compact Truck of Texas .' This award reflects our commitment to offering customers a versatile, fun-to-drive vehicle that is not only capable off-road but also packed with cutting-edge technology and design," said Ricky Lao , director of product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. "The Santa Cruz XRT brings together rugged capability with advanced safety features, making it the perfect choice for adventure-minded consumers seeking the best of both worlds." "The Texas Truck Rodeo is a premier event where vehicles are put to the test by seasoned automotive journalists, and the competition this year was fierce. The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT stood out for its impressive blend of rugged off-road capability, cutting-edge technology, and unique design," said Cory Fourniquet , president, Texas Auto Writers Association. "This recognition as the 'Compact Truck of Texas' is well-deserved and highlights Hyundai's commitment to delivering versatile and innovative vehicles that meet the needs of Texas drivers." The 2025 Santa Cruz XRT, featuring a new aggressive front design, XRT-exclusive enhancements including front tow hooks, all-terrain tires, and wrench-inspired wheels, sets a new standard. The model's updated interior boasts a panoramic curved display with an available 12.3-inch driver information cluster and infotainment touchscreen display, alongside standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM, providing an intuitivedriving experience. Hyundai Motor America Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California , the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report . For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com . Hyundai Motor America on Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2025-hyundai-santa-cruz-xrt-named-compact-truck-of-texas-at-texas-auto-writers-associations-truck-rodeo-302314024.html SOURCE HyundaiTimbercreek Alternatives LP and Aspen Properties Close Acquisition of Calgary's 1 Palliser Square Office Building to Commence Office-to-Residential Conversion ProjectLA County Board of Supervisors wants a new department for homeless services

Kevin Stefanski may be on the proverbial hot seat in the social media world, but it appears the Cleveland Browns' head coach is not in any danger of being dismissed after this season. The Browns have badly underachieved with a 3-8 record but have won two of their past four games, both against AFC North rivals in the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers. And the win over the Steelers came in frigid, snowy conditions in which a bad team might fold. Cleveland even blew a 12-point fourth-quarter lead against Pittsburgh but remained engaged and recovered for a 24-19 victory. That's a team that is still playing extremely hard for its head coach. Stefanski certainly hasn't been as good a coach as last season, when he won 11 games and was named NFL Coach of the Year for the second time in four seasons. The Browns have lost four games by at least 16 points. Getting blown out that many times is never a good thing. But funny, the team seems more cohesive now that Deshaun Watson is out for the season with an Achilles' tendon injury . Watson has been a massive $230 million mistake , and his reputation is even worse, with more than two dozen massage therapists accusing him of sexual misconduct. No matter what players say outwardly, just know that many talk differently in private to each other about Watson and aren't impressed with his off-field behavior. So perhaps the real decision is whether or not to go another direction at quarterback and part ways with Watson. In that case, find your quarterback of the future and go with Jameis Winston as the bridge signal caller until the youngster is ready. I look at those two 11-win seasons the Browns enjoyed under Stefanski and think about how Cleveland didn't even have a single winning season from 2008-19. You may recall they experienced the embarrassing winless season in 2017 while going 1-31 in two seasons under Hue Jackson. At that pace, it would have taken Jackson 22 seasons to get 11 total wins. Or how about that playoff victory over the Steelers under Stefanski in 2020? That marks the lone postseason win in 25 seasons since this version of the franchise began play in 1999. Granted, things didn't go well last January as the Browns were clobbered 45-14 by the Houston Texans in the AFC wild-card round. Stefanski is 40-38 with the Browns, and his previous worst record for Cleveland is 7-10 in 2022. The Browns would have to really rally to reach seven wins this season, but perhaps splitting their final six games and finishing 6-11 is doable. The only real way to consider letting Stefanski go would be if the team totally collapses down the stretch and finishes 3-14 or 4-13. Of course, owner Jimmy Haslam isn't known for his patience, so perhaps this season is disappointing enough for him to make a move. In that case, he needs to take stock of some of the coaches the Browns have had over the past 16 seasons. Freddie Kitchens. The aforementioned Jackson. Mike Pettine. Rob Chudzinski. Pat Shurmur. Eric Mangini. None of those guys had a single winning season. Stefanski will never be the next Paul Brown, but he's certainly a better coach than anyone on that list. Those two 11-win seasons—for THIS franchise—should say it all. Bring back Stefanski and give it one more go. If he underachieves in 2025, then show him the door. But for next season, Stefanski is clearly the best man for the job on the shores of Lake Erie.Man City blow three-goal lead in Champions League, Bayern beat PSG

India dominated day four of the first Test against Australia, showcasing their determination to secure victory. After putting up an impressive score of 487/6 before declaring, India's bowlers took center stage, dismantling Australia's batting lineup. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj led the effort, taking critical early wickets and putting Australia at a precarious 104/5 in just 30 overs. Bumrah and Siraj's effective use of the ball proved to be a nightmare for the opposition, as they struggled to maintain their stance at the crease. Australia's batsmen, including Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja, were dismissed cheaply, leaving Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh to face an uphill battle. With a solid lead, India remains in a dominant position as the Test unfolds. (With inputs from agencies.)LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Austin Seibert choked back tears taking responsibility for missing the extra point that would have tied the score in the final minute. Jeremy Reaves choked back tears blaming himself for a missed assignment that led to a kickoff return touchdown. And John Bates choked back tears talking about moving forward from his costly fumble. All of those late mistakes contributed to the Washington Commanders’ third consecutive loss , 34-26 to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday in a game that was wholly unremarkable until fourth quarter chaos. The teams combined to score 31 points in the final four minutes, the most in an NFL game in more than a decade, and the Commanders (7-5) came out on the wrong end of it in a defeat that further endangers their playoff chances. “Any time you lose a game or you lose a game in that type of fashion, it’s very difficult and it’s tough, but it never comes down to one play,” rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels said. “There’s plays throughout the game where little things add up to big things.” There were a lot of little things. After Bates fumbled, the Cowboys (4-7) took an 11-point lead and the Commanders made a 2-point conversion to cut the deficit to three, Dallas’ KaVonte Turpin returned the ensuing kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown. “I didn’t make the play when it was there to make, and it cost us,” said Reaves, one of the league’s top special teams players and the All-Pro pick for that two seasons ago. “No excuse, man. I’ve made that play 100 times, and I didn’t make it today and it cost us the game. It’s unacceptable. It’s solely on me. It’s going to sting for a while. It’s going to hurt.” After Seibert made a 51-yard field goal, Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin on an 86-yard TD that made it 27-26 with 21 seconds left. Coach Dan Quinn said no thought was given to going for 2 in that situation. Seibert, who missed the past two games with a right hip injury, was wide left on the point-after attempt. “I just wasn’t striking it well,” said Seibert, who added he felt fine and did not blame a low snap for his miss. “It didn’t make a difference at all. It was on me.” Juanyeh Thomas returned the onside kick immediately after 43 yards for a touchdown to put Dallas up eight with 14 seconds left. The 31 combined points are the second most in a game since at least 2000, behind only Minnesota and Baltimore’s 36 in their game Dec. 8, 2013. Cowboys-Commanders was the first game in the Super Bowl era to have two missed extra points, two kickoff return touchdowns and a blocked punt. “We got down to the end there and it was a game-situational extravaganza,” Dallas coach Mike McCarthy said. “It was like Yahtzee. Everything was in there.” While Washington’s skid continued, the Cowboys ended their losing streak at five thanks to strong play from QB Cooper Rush, a defense that forced two turnovers and, of course, special teams success. Rush was 24 of 32 for 247 yards and TD passes to Jalen Tolbert and Luke Schoonmaker. “Lot of games left,” Rush said. “We’re sitting at 4-7. This is why you play them.” The Commanders have some soul-searching to do after losing as a 10 1/2-point favorite in the meeting of NFC East rivals and doing so in a way that left players so emotional. “The crazy games, I know they feel a little bit better whenever you win them,” punter and holder Tress Way said. “But that’s a tough pill to swallow.” Injuries Cowboys: LG Tyler Smith was inactive with ankle and knee injuries. ... RG Zack Martin (ankle), CB Trevon Diggs (groin/knee) and TE Jake Ferguson (concussion) were ruled out prior to game day and did not travel for the game. Commanders: RB Austin Ekeler was concussed on a kickoff return in the final seconds and taken to a hospital for further evaluation. ... RB Brian Robinson Jr. left with an ankle injury in the first half, returned and then left again. ... RT Andrew Wylie was concussed in the third quarter and did not return. ... C Tyler Biadasz was evaluated for a concussion in the fourth. ... CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) missed a third consecutive game since being acquired at the trade deadline from New Orleans. Up next Cowboys: Host the New York Giants on Thursday in the traditional Thanksgiving Day game in Dallas. Commanders: Host the Tennessee Titans next Sunday in Washington’s final game before its late bye week. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflVANCOUVER, BC , Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Seaspan Corporation (Seaspan), world leading independent containership lessor, has signed an agreement to equip its fleet with the OneWeb advanced low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite offering from KVH Industries. This marks the next step in Seaspan's drive to deliver shore-like internet connectivity at sea, supporting its digital transformation strategy and augmenting its fleet's existing LEO services. As an early adopter of LEO technologies, Seaspan is the first major owner/operator of containerships to partner with KVH for its OneWeb solution. Seaspan's OneWeb rollout will further strengthen the fleet's data connectivity infrastructure, enabling Seaspan to leverage advanced technologies and high bandwidth-demanding applications, including solutions such as cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) technology that were previously unsuitable for maritime use. "Our partnership with KVH for OneWeb services aligns with our strategy of providing a best-in-class communication experience across our fleet," said Garret Wong , Seaspan's Vice President of Information Technology. 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It is a different kind of bowl season in 2024-25. There are still 35 bowl games outside the 12-team College Football Playoff . These games are predictably unpredictable because of coaching changes , the transfer portal and opt-outs , which can alter the outlook for a game in a hurry. Will Coach Prime change that? After all, Deion Sanders claims Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter will play for No. 23 Colorado against No. 17 BYU in the Valero Alamo Bowl. Will that lead to a trend where players opt-in to bowl games more often? Like we always say, bowl games mean something different to everybody — but they are never meaningless. We picked all the regular-season matchups involving teams in the AP Top 25 during the regular season. We were better this season with a S/U record of 195-59 and an ATS mark of 127-127. We would like to do better than 50% in bowl season. We will update our picks to reflect all those changes with the portal and opt outs, but here are our postseason picks for now, including every 2024-25 bowl game and the College Football Playoff's first round: MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF NEWS: SN's Expert College Football Playoff bracket predictions Alabama, Miami among biggest snubs from College Football Playoff When do the College Football Playoff games start? Full list of locations for 2024 College Football Playoff games College football bowl picks, predictions 2024-25 Salute to Veterans Bowl: South Alabama (-9.5) vs. Western Michigan Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m., ESPN South Alabama coach Major Applewhite led the Jaguars to a bowl game after a 6-6 season ,and they should have success against a Western Michigan defense that ranked 109th in the FBS in scoring defense. Freshman running back Fluff Bothwell (832 yards, 13 TDs) will make an impact. Pick: South Alabama wins 38-21 and COVERS the spread. Scooter's Coffee Frisco Bowl: No. 25 Memphis (-3) vs. West Virginia Tuesday, Dec. 17, 9 p.m., ESPN West Virginia fired Neal Brown, and interim coach will lead the Mountaineers into the Frisco Bowl. Garrett Greene struggled with interceptions this season, and if he plays in this bowl game it could turn into a high-scoring affair. Seth Henigan (3,208 yards, 23 TDs) and Mario Anderson (1,292 yards, 17 TDs) are a dynamic tandem for the Tigers. Pick: Memphis wins 29-27 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Boca Raton Bowl: James Madison (-7) at Western Kentucky (5:30 p.m, ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 18, 5:30 p.m., ESPN James Madison is looking for its first bowl win in school history. The Dukes lost their last two games. Western Kentucky lost to Jacksonville State 52-12 in the Conference-USA championship game. James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett had a five-TD game against North Carolina on Sept. 21. Western Kentucky is 4-1 S/U in bowl games under Tyson Helton, so we expect a close game. Pick: James Madison wins 34-31 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. LA Bowl presented by Gronk : Cal (-2.5) vs. No. 24 UNLV Wednesday, Dec. 18, 9 p.m., ESPN Barry Odom left UNLV to take the Purdue job, and that leaves interim coach Del Alexander in charge after the loss in the Mountain West Conference championship game. Will UNLV star receiver Ricky White opt out? Cal allowed 32 points per game in its last four games – where it split a 2-2 record. Hajj-Malik Williams could lead an upset here. Pick: UNLV wins 28-23 in an UPSET. R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl: Georgia Southern (-5.5) vs. Sam Houston Thursday, Dec. 19, 7 p.m., ESPN Sam Houston is in its first bowl game in school history under second-year coach K.C. Keller. Georgia Southern is looking for its first bowl victory in three ties with Clay Helton. The Bearkats were 3-1 ATS as an underdog this season with three outright victories. Look for the defense to make the difference for Sam Houston. Pick: Sam Houston wins 27-26 in an UPSET. Staffdna Cure Bowl: Ohio (-2.5) vs. Jacksonville State Friday, Dec. 20, 12 p.m., ESPN Ohio won its first MAC championship since 1968, only to watch Tim Albin take the job with Charlotte after the victory. Jacksonville State won the Conference-USA championship with Rich Rodriguez, who is reportedly in the mix for the West Virginia job. Jacksonville State running back Tre Stewart (1,604 yards, 23 TDs) and Ohio running back Anthony Tyus II (1,111 yards, 13 TDs) should both have success in this game. The Bobcats covered in each of their last six games. Pick: Ohio wins 31-24 and COVERS the spread. Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl : Florida (-12) vs. Tulane Friday, Dec. 20, 3:30 p.m., ESPN Tulane coach Jon Sumrall announced he would return, but quarterback Darian Mensah entered the transfer portal. That is not a good sign against Florida, which is looking to put the finishing touches on an eight-win season with coach Billy Napier and quarterback DJ Lagway. If Mensah is out, then Florida should cruise here. Pick: Florida wins 31-17 and COVERS the spread. Myrtle Beach Bowl: UTSA (-5.5) vs. Coastal Carolina (11 a.m., ESPN) Monday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m., ESPN UTSA won four of its last six games just to get bowl eligible — and Owen McCown (3,170 yards, 24 TDs, 9 INTs) had a strong season at quarterback. The Chanticleers lost four of their last six games. Those trends don't always matter in bowl games, and the Chanticleers are at home here. Pick: UTSA wins 31-27 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Famous Idaho Potato Bowl : Northern Illinois (-1.5) vs. Fresno State Monday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m., ESPN Fresno State finished 6-6 under interim coach Tim Skipper, and Mikey Keene led the Mountain West Conference with 2,892 passing yards. Northern Illinois was inconsistent after the Week 2 victory at Notre Dame. The Bulldogs were 0-4 S/U as an underdog this year, and the Huskers were 1-2 ATS in games with a spread of three points or less. Pick: Fresno State wins 21-20 in an UPSET. Hawaii Bowl: San Jose State (-2.5) vs. South Florida Tuesday, Dec. 24, 8 p.m., ESPN San Jose State can get to eight wins under first-year coach Ken Niumatalolo, but keep an eye on whether Biletnikoff finalist Nick Nash – who had 104 catches for 1,382 yards and 16 TDs – plays in the game. South Florida won four of its last six games, and running back Kelley Joiner Jr. (766 yards, 11 TDs) averaged 7.0 yards per carry. Pick: San Jose State wins 30-27 and COVERS the spread. Game Above Sports Bowl: Pitt (-9.5) vs. Toledo Thursday, Dec. 26, 2 p.m., ESPN The Panthers struggled on offense in the second half of the season, but the defense – led by Kyle Louis and Rasheem Biles – should be able to generate turnovers against the Rockets here. Toledo did cover as a double-digit underdog against Mississippi State in a 41-17 on Sept. 14. The Rockets also averaged 10.5 points in their last two games. Pitt is 5-1 S/U against MAC schools under Pat Narduzzi. Pick: Pitt wins 28-17 and COVERS the spread. Guaranteed Rate Bowl: Kansas State (-7) vs. Rutgers Thursday, Dec. 26, 5:30 p.m., ESPN This will be a classic line-of-scrimmage game. Kansas State averaged 204.5 rushing yards per game, and quarterback Avery Johnson (2,517 yards, 22 TDs, 9 INTs) had an up-and-down season in his first year as a starter. Rutgers averaged 176.3 rushing yards per game, and Kyle Monangai (1,279 yards, 13 TDs) led the Big Ten with 256 rushing attempts. Rutgers is 6-2 in bowl games under Greg Schiano. Pick: Kansas State wins 24-21 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. 68 Ventures Bowl: Bowling Green (-6.5) vs. Arkansas State Thursday, Dec. 26, 9 p.m., ESPN Need a reason to watch this game? Bowling Green tight end Harold Fannin Jr. had 100 catches for 1,342 yards and nine TDs this season. The Falcons won five of their last six games. Arkansas State quarterback Jaylon Raynor led the Sun Belt with 390 passing attempts. Bowling Green is 1-7 in its last eight bowl games, and a MAC team has not won this bowl game since 2014. The Falcons break the streak. Pick: Bowling Green wins 34-30 and COVERS the spread. Lockheed Armed Forces Bowl: Oklahoma (-8.5) vs. Navy Friday, Dec. 27, 12 p.m., ESPN The Sooners' defense – led by Danny Stutsman (109 tackles) – allowed 2.9 yards per rushing attempt this season. Navy quarterback Braxton Woodson – who replaced Blake Horvath – rushed for 125 yards and three TDs in the season finale. Navy is 1-2 ATS as an underdog of seven points or more. Pick: Oklahoma wins 27-14 and COVERS the spread. Birmingham Bowl: Georgia Tech (-2.5) vs. Vanderbilt Friday, Dec. 27, 3:30 p.m., ESPN Georgia Tech's Haynes King and Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia emerged as fan favorites during the season. Will the Commodores be able to slow down that Georgia Tech rushing attack – which averaged 186.8 yards on 4.9 yards per carry this season. Both teams protected the football well during the season. Vanderbilt had seven turnovers. Georgia Tech had eight. The Commodores were 1-3 S/U as an underdog of 10 points or less. Pick: Georgia Tech wins 30-23 and COVERS the spread. Autozone Liberty Bowl: Arkansas (-2.5) vs. Texas Tech Friday, Dec. 27, 7 p.m., ESPN Will Tahj Brooks (1,505 yards, 17 TDs) play for Texas Tech? He led the Big 12 with 286 rushing attempts. The Red Raiders were 3-1 ATS as an underdog this season, and Arkansas lost three of its last four games. The familiarity factor is there, but we expect Texas Tech to play well with Behren Morton (3,335 yards, 27 TDs, 8 INTs). Take the over. Pick: Texas Tech wins 38-31 in an UPSET. DirecTV Holiday Bowl: No. 21 Syracuse (-5.5) at Washington State Friday, Dec. 27, 8 p.m., Fox Will Kyle McCord play? He led the FBS with 4,326 passing yards, and that would be a fun quarterback matchup with Washington State's John Mateer, who ranked fifth in the FBS with 330.4 total yards per game. Look for the Orange to continue to build momentum around coach Fran Brown with a 10-win season. Pick: Syracuse wins 37-30 and COVERS the spread. SDS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl: Texas A&M (-2.5) vs. USC Friday, Dec. 27, 10:30 p.m., ESPN How much – if any – heat is on Lincoln Riley here? The Trojans are 14-11 the last two seasons, and Texas A&M poses a challenge with a physical rushing attack led by Marcel Reed and Amari Daniels. Jayden Maiava has a 60.8% completion percentage for the Trojans in three starts. This should be an entertaining game, but if the Trojans' run defense holds up an upset is possible. Pick: Texas A&M wins 26-20 and COVERS the spread. Wasabi Fenway Bowl: North Carolina (-4.5) at UConn Saturday, Dec. 28, 11 a.m.., ESPN Mack Brown will not coach the Tar Heels in the bowl game, which is a bit of a stunner. Omarion Hampton – who led the ACC with 1,660 rushing yards and 15 TDs – has not announced his intentions yet. Those are factors to consider against the Huskies, who had one-score losses to Duke and Syracuse this season. This could be a tight game for the Tar Heels at Fenway Park. Pick: North Carolina wins 25-22 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl: Nebraska (-3.5) vs. Boston College Saturday, Dec. 28, 12 p.m., ABC Nebraska lost five of its last six games but still is back in a bowl game for the first time since the 2016 Music City Bowl. Boston College closed its season with a pair of victories behind quarterback Grayson James. He had a 69.1% completion percentage in victories against Pitt and North Carolina. Both teams will be motivated here under coaches Matt Rhule and Bill O'Brien. The Eagles were 1-3 S/U and 2-2 ATS as an underdog of 10 points or less. Pick: Nebraska wins 27-20 and COVERS the spread. Isleta New Mexico Bowl: TCU (-9.5) vs. Louisiana Saturday, Dec. 28, 2:15 p.m., ESPN The Horned Frogs won three of their last four games with improved play from quarterback Josh Hoover, who averaged 270.8 passing yards per game during that stretch. Louisiana enjoyed a 10-win season under coach Michael Desormeaux before losing in the Sun Belt championship game. The Ragin' Cajuns were 2-1 S/U as an underdog this season, but Sonny Dykes will have the Horned Frogs ready here. Pick: TCU wins 33-16 and COVERS the spread. Pop-Tarts Bowl : No. 13 Miami, Fla. (-1) vs. No. 18 Iowa State Saturday, Dec. 28, 3:30 p.m., ABC Will Miami quarterback Cam Ward play? That would be a huge difference maker for the Hurricanes, who led the FBS with 44.2 points per game. Iowa State allowed 40-plus points in losses to Kansas and Arizona State. The Hurricanes were 2-0 ATS when favored by four points or less, and we look forward to the sequel with the Pop-Tarts mascot. Pick: Miami wins 29-26 and COVERS the spread. Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl: Miami, Ohio (-1.5) vs. Colorado State Saturday, Dec. 28, 3:30 p.m., ABC The RedHawks are coming off a blowout loss in the MAC championship game. The Rams won six of their last seven games – and they committed just seven turnovers in that streak. Colorado State coach Jay Norvell – who is 2-1 in bowl games – leads the Rams to their bowl victory since 2013. Pick: Colorado State wins 23-16 in an UPSET. Go Bowling Military Bowl : NC State (-5) vs. East Carolina Saturday, Dec. 28, 5:45 p.m., ESPN An in-state game with a little history. These schools have split the last six meetings since 2010. NC State allowed 30.5 points per game – which ranked 104th in the FBS. The Pirates were 4-1 under interim coach Blake Harrell after firing Mike Houston. Michigan State transfer Katin Houser (1,859 yards, 18 TDs, 9 INTs) had 15 TDs in East Carolina's last five games. Pick: NC State wins 34-28 and COVERS the spread. Valero Alamo Bowl: No. 23 Colorado (-2.5) vs. No. 17 BYU Saturday, Dec. 28, 7:30 p.m., ABC Deion Sanders reiterated that Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter are going to play in the Valero Alamo Bowl, and we're hoping that starts a trend. These games are better when the star players are on the field. BYU had a plus-nine turnover ratio this season, but Sanders does not turn the ball over. Colorado, meanwhile, had a plus-11 turnover ratio. Sanders and Hunter will showcase their value as top-five picks. Pick: Colorado wins 34-24 and COVERS the spread. Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl: No. 22 Army (-9.5) vs. Marshall Saturday, Dec. 28, 9:15 p.m., ESPN Marshall coach Charles Huff left for the Southern Miss job after leading the Thundering Herd to a Sun Belt championship. Army won the American Athletic Conference, and quarterback Bryson Daily leads the FBS with 29 rushing TDs. Army coach Jeff Monken is 4-1 S/U in bowl games. Marshall was 5-0 ATS as an underdog this season, but the Thundering Herd have lost three of their last four bowl games. Pick: Army wins 28-20 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Transperfect Music City Bowl: No. 19 Missouri (-2.5) vs. Iowa Monday, Dec. 30, 2:30 p.m. Missouri can get to 10 wins, but they'll have to get through Iowa to do it. Who will opt out for the Tigers? Iowa allowed more than 21 points in only two games this season, and Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz has won four of his last six bowl games. Missouri struggled against the run late in the season. Will Kaleb Johnson play for the Hawkeyes? Pick: Iowa wins 24-21 in an UPSET. Reliaquest Bowl : No. 11 Alabama (-11.5) vs. Michigan Tuesday, Dec. 31, 12 p.m., ESPN This is a rematch of last year's Rose Bowl Classic, and potential opt-outs on both sides will be a major factor, including Jalen Milroe for Alabama and the Michigan interior defense that includes Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant. Alabama was snubbed from the playoff, and Michigan was starved for offense all season around quarterback Davis Warren. This game will not resemble last year's thriller. Pick: Alabama wins 28-19 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Tony The Tiger Sun Bowl: Louisville (-5) vs. Washington Tuesday, Dec. 31, 12 p.m., ESPN Louisville closed the season with blowout victories against Pitt and Kentucky, and Jeff Brohm can earn his first bowl victory as a coach at his alma mater. Washington ranked 110th in the FBS with 22.5 points per game. They might have trouble keeping up with the Cardinals if this turns into a shootout. Freshman running back Isaac Brown (1,074 yards, 11 TDs) averages 7.3 yards per carry for the Cardinals. Pick: Louisville wins 34-23 and COVERS the spread. Cheez-It Citrus Bowl: No. 15 South Carolina (-11.5) vs. No. 20 Illinois Tuesday, Dec. 31, 3 p.m., ABC South Carolina was arguably the hottest team at the end of the season – and LaNorris Sellers could garner some early Heisman Trophy hype with an impressive performance here. Illinois' three-loss resume isn't bad either, however, and Illinois had just 12 turnovers all season. Bret Bielema can get to a 10th victory, too. This will be a close game. Pick: South Carolina wins 24-20 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Texas Bowl : LSU (-3) vs. Baylor Tuesday, Dec. 31, 3:30 p.m., ESPN Baylor won its last six games under coach Dave Aranda, a former LSU defensive coordinator. That is an added wrinkle to a matchup against the Tigers, who also won eight games in Brian Kelly's third season. It's a close-to-home game for the Bears. LSU was 1-3 S/U in games where the spread was three points or less on either side. Will they show up motivated here? Pick: LSU wins 31-26 and COVERS the spread. Taxslayer Gator Bowl : No. 14 Ole Miss (-12) vs. Duke Thursday, Jan. 2, 7:30 p.m. ESPN Opt outs will be a factor here if Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart does not play. Duke was 5-2 ATS as an underdog and 1-2 ATS as a double-digit underdog this season. Maalik Murphy led the ACC with 12 interceptions. He will have to avoid turnovers against the Rebels. Duke will be motivated, but the Rebels will pull through for Lane Kiffin's third bowl victory after a perceived playoff snub. Pick: Ole Miss wins 34-19 and COVERS the spread. ServPro First Responder Bowl: Texas State (-7.5) vs. North Texas Friday, Jan. 3, 4 p.m., ESPN North Texas quarterback Chandler Morris ranked second in the FBS with 509 passing attempts. Texas State quarterback Jordan McCloud led the Sun Belt with 29 TD passes. This might be the highest-scoring game of bowl season. The Mean Green lost one-score shootouts with Memphis and Tulane this season. Pick: Texas State wins 41-34 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. Duke's Mayo Bowl: Minnesota (-4.5) vs. Virginia Tech Friday, Jan. 3, 7:30 p.m., ESPN Minnesota lost four of its five games by a touchdown or less. Virginia Tech had five one-score losses. Which team can make the plays in a close game? Bhayshul Tuten (1,159 yards, 15 TDs) led the ACC in rushing TDs. How much success does he have against the Gophers – who allowed just 112.6 rushing yards per game. Minnesota is 5-0 S/U in bowl games under P.J. Fleck. He gets the mayo bath. Pick: Minnesota wins 30-21 and COVERS the spread. MORE: Explaining the Duke's Mayo Bowl dump tradition Bahamas Bowl: Liberty (-2.5) vs. Buffalo Saturday, Jan. 4, 11 a.m., ESPN2 Liberty quarterback Kaidon Salter – who had 47 TD passes and 12 interceptions – is in the transfer portal. The Flames would be heavier favorites against Buffalo if he were still with the program. Ryan Burger – an Appalachian State transfer – would get the start in his place against the Bulls, who closed the season on a four-game win streak under first-year coach Pete Lembo. Pick: Buffalo wins 24-19 in an UPSET. College Football Playoff predictions (first round) First-round game: No. 10 Indiana at No. 7 Notre Dame (-7.5) Friday, Dec. 20, 8 p.m., ABC An in-state battle kicks off the College Football Playoff. Indiana allowed 2.5 yards per carry this season, and that run defense will be tested by the Irish trio of Riley Leonard (721 yards, 5.8 ypc.), Jeremiyah Love (949 yards, 7.1 ypc.) and Jadarian Price (651, 7.3 ypc.). Kurtis Rourke will test an opportunistic Notre Dame secondary, and the Hoosiers will need the running game to be in order, too. It's been a dream season for Indiana coach Curt Cignetti. Will it continue against the Irish? Notre Dame covered in each of its last seven games, but this one stays tighter. Pick: Notre Dame wins 28-24 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. First-round game: No. 11 SMU at No. 6 Penn State (-8.5) Saturday, Dec. 21, 12 p.m., TNT SMU is in the playoff, and the chance to prove that worth against Penn State is there. The Mustangs will look to pick up the tempo against a Nittany Lions' defense led by Abdul Carter, who had 10 sacks and 20 tackles for loss this season. The Mustangs allowed 74.7 rushing yards per game in their last three games. Will that run defense hold up against the tag-team of Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton? That will decide whether SMU can pull the upset at Beaver Stadium. Penn State is 2-1 ATS when favored by 10 points or less this season. Pick: Penn State wins 31-20 and COVERS the spread. First-round game: No. 12 Clemson at No. 5 Texas (-11) Saturday, Dec. 21, 4 p.m., TNT Could Cade Klubnik – an Austin, Texas native – lead the Tigers to a first-round upset in Austin? He will need the support of a running game against a Texas defense that allows just 3.1 yards per carry. Quinn Ewers had 14 TDs and three interceptions at home this season. The Longhorns are 0-2 when he has a completion percentage of less than 60%, and he will have to be careful against a Clemson defense that created 12 turnovers in its last five games. Pick: Texas wins 30-17 and COVERS the spread. First-round game: No. 9 Tennessee at No. 8 Ohio State (-7.5) Saturday, Dec. 21, 8 p.m., ABC The Buckeyes are heavy favorites at home despite the 13-10 loss to Michigan in the regular-season finale. It's a curious line knowing Tennessee has a top-10 scoring offense and a top-10 scoring defense. Running back Dylan Sampson led the SEC with 1,485 rushing yards and 22 TDs. How will Nico Iamaleava handle the hostile environment at Ohio Stadium? He had a 135.5 passer rating on the road this season. On the other side, Will Howard needs to bounce back after a rough game against the Wolverines. How does a SEC team respond to the cold in December? We cannot wait to find out. Pick: Ohio State wins 23-17 but FAILS TO COVER the spread. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Learn more >

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