As Jim “the Anvil” Neidhart and the Reggie Bush grab sports headlines, college football wagering news has this week’s point spread trends up.

Time for Week 2 of college football betting. Now we’re nice and warmed up. Let’s win some money. Here are some trends to watch for some of the marquee games this Saturday – starting with the early-day matchups.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

South Florida (1-0) vs (3) Florida (1-0)

The South Florida Bulls tend to perform well against the spread when they’re playing with confidence. They’re 4-0 ATS in their last four after allowing fewer than 170 passing yards the previous game, 4-1 ATS in their last five after allowing fewer than 20 points the previous game and 5-2 ATS over their last seven following an ATS win. Meanwhile, though Florida is 8-2 ATS over its last 10 following an ATS loss, it’s 1-4 ATS over its last five following a straight-up win over more than 20 points.

Michigan (1-0) vs Notre Dame (1-0)

Sports betting players have a tough choice in this rivalry game because the Wolverines and Fighting Irish both show some alarming trends against the spread. Michigan is just 2-7 ATS over its last nine following a straight-up win and 1-4 ATS over its last five road games. But Notre Dame is 8-20 ATS over its last 28 home games and just 1-7 ATS over its last eight following a straight-up win. The safest bet is the OVER: it’s 7-3 over the last 10 meetings and 5-0 over the last five meetings at Notre Dame.

(20) Florida State vs (8) Oklahoma

Florida State is one of many powerhouse schools that rest on their laurels too much after big wins. It’s just 7-21-1 in its last 29 after winning by 20 or more points the previous game. Though Oklahoma is 2-5 ATS in its last seven overall, it’s 11-3-1 ATS in its last 15 September games and 6-1 ATS after allowing more than 280 passing yards the previous week.

Colorado vs California

Teams seem to underestimate Colorado far too often; the Buffaloes are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games versus teams with winning records. But California will work hard to put a hurt on Colorado; it’s 12-5 ATS over its last 17 home games. Bears’ games trend toward the OVER; it’s 11-3-1 over their last 15 non-conference affairs.

(12) Miami vs (2) Ohio State

This is an exciting matchup – but perhaps an easy one to predict at the sportsbook. Ohio State isn’t just a school many bettors think will win it all this year; it’s a juggernaut against the spread. The Buckeyes are 40-18 over their last 58 games ATS and 8-1 ATS in their last nine against teams with winning records. Miami looks like a risky play; it’s 11-27 ATS over its last 38 games following an ATS win.

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They called the shot, the Broncos over the Hokies. While others were watching the HGTV Urban Oasis Giveaway, Boise State football and professional gamblers were dominating the NCAA Football Odds

As conspicuous as the Demi Moore Bush is the fortune pro bettors are making. Here is what bettors were told before the game:

College football odds: No. 3 Boise State vs. No. 10 Virginia Tech

Two of the best teams in the country wrap up Week 1 of college football odds on Monday when No. 3 Boise State battles No. 10 Virginia Tech. Both squads have their eyes on a National Championship at the end of the year.

Boise State (-1.5) vs. Virginia Tech – Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Boise State runs one of the most exciting offenses in college football. A spread attack with a variety of trick plays mixed in, the Broncos offense is expected to once again rack up the points—especially with Kellen Moore at the helm. Admittedly it came against mostly weaker competition, but the quarterback tossed 39 touchdowns to just three interceptions last season. Boise State has built a whopping amount of talent around him; both running back and wide receiver are almost unfairly stocked to the brim, and line returns eight players who started last year.

Though prone to occasional lapses, the Boise State “D” can be a real menace. All three levels of the defense are talented, but the best player is unquestionably end Ryan Winterswyk. The former walk-on picked up nine sacks in 2009 and should build on that this time around. The secondary will be quite aggressive; it forced a pile of turnovers last year and has plenty of continuity carrying over.

The Hokies defense, on the other hand, may be in line for a step backward. Traditionally the backbone of this team, graduation and injuries have taken their toll on the “D.” The biggest question mark is the pass rush. No current Hokie had more than 3.5 sacks last season and, if that problem isn’t rectified, Virginia Tech will be sunk. No doubt this team can get the defense up to its usual standards, but doing so in Week 1 against the Broncos is a tall order.

That means Virginia Tech will have to rely on the offense—and that’s not a bad thing. The Hokies may wind up employing the best running game in the country this year. Darren Evans set a freshman conference rushing record with 1265 yards in 2008. He sat out last season with a knee injury, only to watch teammate Ryan Williams rack up 1655 yards and top that record. Now, with both healthy and able, Virginia Tech will be a force on the ground.

This game means so much to Boise State. The Broncos don’t face a lot of tough competition throughout the year, meaning a loss in this one all but kills their BCS Championship hopes. Luckily, they face Virginia Tech before it can get its defense in order. Look for the Broncos to light up the scoreboard enough to keep ahead of the Hokies’ vaunted rushing attack. Boise State will cover the 1.5-point spread.

ESPN Best Bet of the Month is on Boise in squeaker.

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NFL betting is finally back and it’s time to get the upper hand with our picks right away. Here’s a look at some trends to consider for the Thursday nighter and some of this week’s early games.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Vikings vs Saints

As much as Brett Favre got rattled in the Superdome during the playoffs last year, the Vikings don’t hate the road environment this week; they’re 6-1-1 against the spread over their last eight games on field turf. In fact, almost all the major sportsbook trends point Minnesota’s way this week. The Saints are 2-5 ATS over their last seven at home and 1-6 ATS over their last seven against the NFC. Minnesota is also 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings with New Orleans.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Panthers vs Giants

The Panthers are under the radar on that role and sports betting sharps may capitalize on that status this season. Carolina is 5-0 ATS over its last five games, 8-0 ATS over its last eight against the NFC and 5-1 ATS over its last six road games. These guys don’t get any respect. Meanwhile, the Giants have lost nine of 11 ATS overall. Two noteworthy head-to-head stats: the OVER is 5-1 over the last six meetings and the road team has beaten the spread in four of the last five meetings.

Dolphins vs Bills

The Dolphins have fared well within their own division of late, going 7-1 over their last eight ATS. But few teams help bettors less than the Dolphins in September. Miami is just 3-12-2 ATS over its last 17 September games. Meanwhile, the Bills are 5-0 in their last five Week 1 matchups. The home team is 5-1-1 ATS over the last seven meetings – though bettors should remember that Miami often visits Buffalo in the cold months. That won’t be the case this time.

Falcons vs Steelers

The oddsmakers apparently struggle to figure out Atlanta early in seasons. The Falcons are 10-2 ATS over their last 12 games in Week 1. Facing a backup quarterback with no Ben Roethlisberger, can they do it again? The Steelers have struggled to cover at home of late, going 0-3-1 ATS over their last four at Heinz Field.

Lions vs Bears

The Lions are a perennial whipping boy, going 8-20-2 over their last 30 ATS versus the NFC. But their vaunted offense, not to mention the mighty struggles of Chicago’s O-line, could make them a sleeper in Week 1. The Bears have lost four of their last five ATS at home. The underdog is also 15-7 ATS over the last 22 Lions/Bears games. This sports betting blog will watch the line closely on this matchup.

ESPN college football schedule has Boise State vs. Virginia Tech. Las Vegas betting odds are up for NCAA football picks and predictions on that game. Kellen Moore, Ryan Williams, Tyrod Taylor all have prop bet odds.

The bookmaker’s point spread is Virginia Tech -1.5, though BetED has it as a pick ‘em.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Broncos are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 non-conference games, 17-7-1 ATS in their last 25 games overall. Hokies are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games overall.

Over/under trends: Over is 5-0 in Broncos last 5 games on fieldturf, but the under is 6-1 in Broncos last 7 non-conference games. Over is 4-1 in Hokies last 5 neutral site games.

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The posted online sportsbook’s total is 51.5.

Collegiate football betting power ratings say that Boise State should be a 2.5 point favorite giving the Broncos a big computer boys edge.

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The Week 1 NFL point spreads are up. NBC kicks it off Thursday with Minnesota at New Orleans. Sunday’s marquee games include Atlanta at Pittsburgh, Cleveland at Tampa Bay, Indianapolis at Houston, Detroit at Chicago, Cincinnati at New England, San Francisco at Seattle, and Green Bay at Philadelphia top the day card.

NBC Sunday Night Football in America has Dallas at Washington.  ESPN Monday Night Football has a double-header starting with Baltimore at NY Jets followed by San Diego at Kansas City.

Sports handicappers have already gotten started. Among the big lines, the Saints are -4 over the Vikings, the Falcons -2.5 over the Steelers, the Packers -3 at the Eagles.

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It’s been a great opening week in NCAA football betting, but the sharps say the best is to come as Week 2 college football odds have been released.

Among the big games this week in NCAA point spread betting includes No. 22 Auburn at Mississippi State, No. 25 West Virginia at Marshall, No. 16 Georgia Tech at Kansas, No. 23 Georgia at South Carolina, South Florida at No. 4 Florida.

Other contests include No. 20 Florida State at No. 7 Oklahoma, Iowa State at No. 9 Iowa, No. 13 Miami (FL) at No. 2 Ohio State, No. 19 Penn State at No. 1 Alabama, No. 11 Oregon at Tennessee, No. 17 Arkansas vs. Louisiana-Monroe, No. 21 LSU at Vanderbilt and Virginia at No. 14 USC.

Among the highlights, the Crimson Tide are favorites of 11 over the Nittany Lions.  The Sooners are laying 8.5 to the Seminoles.

The college football schedule has a sports handicapper’s best bet so strong that a sharp bettors Category 5 betting alert has been issued specifically for professional bettors on Oregon State vs. TCU.

The NCAAF point spread for this game has Texas Christian -13.5 though TCU -13 is also in some casinos.

Compare this to the NCAAF power ratings for bettors that has TCU -13.5 and there is no bettors edge from a computer standpoint.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Beavers are 23-9 ATS in their last 32 games overall, yet 8-21-1 ATS in their last 30 games in September. Horned Frogs are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games overall

Over/under trends: Under is 10-4 in Beavers last 14 non-conference games. Under is 4-0-1 in Horned Frogs last 5 neutral site games and under four straight to Pac 10.

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The game is broadcast nationally on ESPN. Live streaming TV of this game is also available.

Louisville vs. Kentucky is one of the biggest games this week for NCAA football scoreboard bettors.

A college point spread bulletin has been issues for all sports betting handicappers.

The Vegas odds for this game has Kentucky -3 as 5 Dimes has the juice at just -107.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Wildcats are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games, 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 non-conference games, 17-7 ATS in their last 24 games in September.

Cardinals are 27-10 ATS in their last 37 non-conference games, 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games overall, 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games on fieldturf.

Over/under trends: Under is 9-3-1 in Wildcats last 13 road games. Under is 20-9 in Cardinals last 29 games in September. In fact the under is 7-3 in Cardinals last 10 games overall

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The game is broadcast nationally on ABC television. Tickets to All Sporting Events and the XM/Sirius broadcast are available.

A sports betting picks warning has been issued for the Illinois vs. Missouri.

This is a game in which the majority of professional bettors will be betting the winning sports prediction against the spread, while most of the square players will be betting on the losing Vegas odds pick. Oddsmakers have the college football point spread at Missouri -12.5, though at many sportsbooks online they are laying 12.

The total is 50 to 51.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Fighting Illini are 4-11 ATS in their last 15 games overall, Fighting Illini are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 non-conference game, 0-5 to Big 12 and 0-5 neutral fields.

Tigers are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 games on turf, 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. Big Ten, Tigers are 13-5 ATS in their last 18 non-conference games, 1-5 ATS in their last 6 neutral site games.

Over/under trends: Over is 7-2 in Fighting Illini last 9 games on turf. Under is 6-0 in Tigers last 6 non-conference games but over 6-2 on turf.

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It’s ESPN college football. This week’s college football schedule features a matchup between Miami (Ohio) vs. Florida as the post Tim Tebow era begins.

The NFL predictions experts at Sportsbook have posted the odds on this game at the Gators -38.

The most beneficial line on the favorites is at BetUs online sportsbook where they are laying 37.5 and the total is 54.

Spread betting trends (all records are against the spread): Redhawks are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 games on grass, 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games in September. Gators are 21-7 ATS in their last 28 non-conference games and 16-6 overall.

Over/under trends: Under is 8-2 in Gators last 10 games on grass. Over is 9-4 in Gators last 13 non-conference games.

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Top expert pick on this game: Frankly the biggest sports service picks today are on other contests.

The game is broadcast nationally on ESPN. Live streaming TV of this game is also available. Also Western Michigan at Michigan State is on ESPN2.