ALA/MISS ST

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Oh this matchup brings back memories. I had just recently moved to Las Vegas (via the military) in 1980, young, spry, cocky and sure of myself. And you best believe I knew football, in grade school my nickname was "the sports encyclopedia." So betting on football was a natural progression in adulthood. And Vegas was the place to do it. My first "official" bet ever certainly looked like money in the bank. Alabama was cruising into Starkville with a 28 game winning streak, defending champs, number 1 in the country, and if memory serves me correctly, a mere 7 point favorite. Really? That's it, 1 touchdown? Stardust hotel, gimmee some of that (I believe the actual bet was for $50, on a soldiers pay a chunk of change amigos) Well, for you young bucks out there, Miss St not only covered the 7, they won outright, 6-3. Welcome to the world of sports betting.

Back to today, 2 premier defenses, #2 (bama) and #7 (miss st) in total defense, if you didn't know anything else 6-3 might sound like a final score in this matchup. The Bullogs haven't lost since September, back to back road losses @ Georgia and Auburn and yes, they were soundly thumped. They had a bit of a letdown last week against a scrappy UMASS team, failing to cover @ home, understandable with #1 ALA on deck. This is a good football team catching the Tide with a couple of critical defensive injuries and really 'Bama's strength. Let's face it, 'Bama is not Oklahoma or a lot of other teams offensively. I suspect the the crowd in Starkville will be like monkeys on cocaine tonight, just a bit crazy. 'Bama has soundly thrashed Miss St. the last 2 seasons and 2 TD'S on the road is a lot for anyone to cover especially in the SEC. Can anyone say "DEJA VU?"

MISS ST +13.5

2 other enticing home dogs in key matchups today will be on the betting platter as well-

IOWA ST +6.5

'CANES +3.5

Happy Veterans Day to those who have served, thank you for your service!!!

mrusso · Answer

Oh this matchup brings back memories. I had just recently moved to Las Vegas (via the military) in 1980, young, spry, cocky and sure of myself. And you best believe I knew football, in grade school my nickname was "the sports encyclopedia." So betting on football was a natural progression in adulthood. And Vegas was the place to do it. My first "official" bet ever certainly looked like money in the bank. Alabama was cruising into Starkville with a 28 game winning streak, defending champs, number 1 in the country, and if memory serves me correctly, a mere 7 point favorite. Really? That's it, 1 touchdown? Stardust hotel, gimmee some of that (I believe the actual bet was for $50, on a soldiers pay a chunk of change amigos) Well, for you young bucks out there, Miss St not only covered the 7, they won outright, 6-3. Welcome to the world of sports betting.

Back to today, 2 premier defenses, #2 (bama) and #7 (miss st) in total defense, if you didn't know anything else 6-3 might sound like a final score in this matchup. The Bullogs haven't lost since September, back to back road losses @ Georgia and Auburn and yes, they were soundly thumped. They had a bit of a letdown last week against a scrappy UMASS team, failing to cover @ home, understandable with #1 ALA on deck. This is a good football team catching the Tide with a couple of critical defensive injuries and really 'Bama's strength. Let's face it, 'Bama is not Oklahoma or a lot of other teams offensively. I suspect the the crowd in Starkville will be like monkeys on cocaine tonight, just a bit crazy. 'Bama has soundly thrashed Miss St. the last 2 seasons and 2 TD'S on the road is a lot for anyone to cover especially in the SEC. Can anyone say "DEJA VU?"

MISS ST +13.5

2 other enticing home dogs in key matchups today will be on the betting platter as well-

IOWA ST +6.5

'CANES +3.5

Happy Veterans Day to those who have served, thank you for your service!!!

wmi799 · Answer

I like it. I think it will be a low scoring game and Miss St can keep it within 10Good luck

mrusso · Answer

Thx wmi, agreed, should be low scoring. Lovin&#x27; the Ara avatar

mrusso · Answer

And my apologies to the Georgia fans out there, yes, I know you are the current #1 team out there. Just habit I guess

pardo3 · Answer

Thanks for the Auburn nod  and War Damn Eagle mrusso

BeeRich · Answer

Miss St might be able to keep it close in the 1st H.  GL after that.

Macwestie1 · Answer

Good to cya mah man &amp; GL today like the play mrusso

mrusso · Answer

Thx Mac, PARDO Auburn lookin&#x27; good. I think an Auburn win helps Miss St, if anything. &#x27;Bama knows just a win then and they are back on top, versus having to win and win impressively if Georgia is able to come back the 2nd half. Some may say that&#x27;s a stretch and Saban won&#x27;t allow that, but these are 19-20 year old kids playing. And what if Miami handles Notre Dame decisively? Do they get respect then?. Lotta&#x27; football left, it should be interesting. Luv college football!

mrusso · Answer

TD AUBURN! Dawgs are legitimately in trouble-

mrusso · Answer

While I make all my own decisions, I do check out a couple of professional handicappers pix&#x27;, Wayne Root in particular. 3 of his top 5 plays today are, Auburn, Miami, and Miss St., FWIW.

bonchie123 · Answer

I&#x27;m an MSU fan but we always seem to get destroyed by Bama. They have Dan Mullen&#x27;s number. Good luck though.

mrusso · Answer

Thx bonchie, I believe the &#x27;Bama teams of recent years are better than this team, and Auburn slappin&#x27; Georgia around can only help your (and my) cause.

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