Jake’s Gambling Pit: Week 7

YTD: 26-17-1

Week 7 was the week everyone circled at the beginning of the year. There are a bunch of great games, but I will focus on some of the matchups in the background. 

Washington at Iowa -2.5   O/U  41.5

Traveling to Kinnick Stadium after an emotional win is not ideal for the Huskies. This is your classic “hangover vs get right game” after Iowa got blown out in Columbus. Iowa’s defense is still one of the best in the country and their offense has improved. Iowa wins and covers.

Iowa -2.5

Cincy at UCF -3   O/U 59

The Bearcats have overachieved so far this season sitting at 3-2, and could’ve been 4-1 if it wasn’t for the controversial end against Pitt. UCF has struggled a bit in their last two games against Florida and Colorado. I still don’t trust Cincinnati up front, and they will be taking on the Knights in the “Bounce House” with them clawing to stay in the Big 12 title hunt.

UCF -3

Minnesota at UCLA +5.5   O/U 40

We have another hangover game on our hands. Minnesota storms the field after physically beating USC in the trenches. UCLA is 1-4 but has improved each week. Even if the Bruins have to go with Justyn Martin their offense should be able to move the ball a bit. Look for the Gophers to come out sluggish in the Rose Bowl which will lead to a low-scoring slug fest.

UCLA +5.5

Kansas State at Colorado +4.5  O/U 56.5

Both Kansas State and Colorado are coming off of the bye sitting at 4-1 overall. The resumes look similar, but this game’s main difference is upfront. It’s no secret that the Buffs have a major weakness in the front 7 and their offensive line. The ground game will be the difference maker, and with the dangerous Avery Johnson at quarterback, I like Wildcats to cover.

Kansas State -4.5