CFB Week 3 Bowl Games: Tips and Picks Across the Sports Media Industry
Delivering quick insights, curated from experts and insiders from outlets such as CBS, ESPN, The Athletic, USA Today, SB Nation, and more.
Welcome to this week’s CFB Pulse, your ultimate source for expert CFB picks, predictions, and in-depth analysis from professionals across the media industry. Whether you're a fan or a seasoned bettor, we’re here to offer concise insights and overviews for each game, ensuring you're well-informed throughout this thrilling CFB season.
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Goodyear Cotton Bowl - Missouri Vs. Ohio State • 12/29 @ 8:00 pm
• Winner: Ohio State Buckeyes (58%)
• Spread: Missouri Tigers +5.5 (59%)
• Total Points: Over 50.5 (80%)
David Kenyon, Bleacher Report - “Ending a breakout season with a victory over Ohio State would be enormous for Missouri. Yes, the transfer of quarterback Kyle McCord hurts the Buckeyes, and wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. seems unlikely to play. The entire OSU defense is expected to suit up, however, so Missouri is still rightfully a slight underdog in Arlington.”
David Kenyon's Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes 30-24
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl - Ole Miss Vs. Penn State • 12/30 @ 12:00 pm
• Winner: Penn State Nittany Lions (61%)
• Spread: Ole Miss Rebels +4.5 (52%)
• Total Points: Over/Under 48.5 (50%)
David Kenyon, Bleacher Report - “Ole Miss hasn't quite managed to figure out elite defenses. Alabama and Georgia held the Rebels to 10 and 17 points, respectively. Penn State is a rough matchup for Ole Miss. But, hey, we get to watch Lane Kiffin try to scheme against the nation's stingiest defense? Sign me up.”
David Kenyon's Prediction: Penn State Nittany Lions 23-19
Capital One Orange Bowl - Georgia Vs. Florida State • 12/30 @ 4:00 pm
• Winner: Georgia Bulldogs (90%)
• Spread: Georgia Bulldogs -20.5 (63%)
• Total Points: Under 44.5 (75%)
David Kenyon, Bleacher Report - “As much as FSU toppling Georgia would be a wild story, I can't possibly believe it. Florida State will be without quarterback Jordan Travis, his backup Tate Rodemaker, running back Trey Benson, receivers Keon Coleman and Johnny Wilson, tight end Jaheim Bell—deep breath—defensive tackle Fabien Lovett, edge-rusher Jared Verse, linebacker DJ Lundy and safety Akeen Dent.”
David Kenyon's Prediction: Georgia Bulldogs 37-14
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