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Tuesday, Dec. 31 - Texas Bowl
LSU vs. Baylor (-1.5, T-60)
This game opened with LSU -3, but that quickly changed when offensive linemen Will Campbell and Emery Jones opted out for the Tigers as they prepare for the draft. Both could be selected in the first two rounds. Tight end Mason Taylor will also miss the game, one of LSU’s main weapons. Baylor, led by former LSU defensive coordinator and current head coach Dave Aranda, won its final six games. If LSU is motivated, they should win this game.
THE PICK: LSU ML +100
Thursday, Jan. 2 - Gator Bowl
No. 14 Ole Miss (-15) vs. Duke
This line is one of the largest during bowl season, and it could shift if Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart opts out. As of now, he’s expected to play. Duke looks overmatched despite going 5-2 ATS as an underdog. The Blue Devils may give a strong first-half effort, but expect the Rebels to pull away and give Lane Kiffin his third bowl victory after being snubbed for the CFP.
THE PICK: Ole Miss -15
Friday, Jan. 3 - First Responder Bowl
Texas State (-13.5, T-64) vs. North Texas
This line started at 7.5 but has ballooned to nearly two touchdowns due to North Texas having almost 12 players opt out, including starting quarterback Chandler Morris. Missing from the lineup are two receivers, a tight end, center, left guard, right tackle, safety, and a couple of running backs. Without Morris, the Mean Green will turn to true freshman Drew Mestemaker. Texas State quarterback Jordan McCloud led the Sun Belt with 29 touchdown passes.
THE PICK: Texas State -13.5
Friday, Jan. 3 - Mayo Bowl
Minnesota (-6.5, T-42.5) vs. Virginia Tech
Minnesota lost four of its five games by one score or less, while Virginia Tech had five one-score losses. Based on that, we should expect a close game, right? Well, the Hokies have five players who have opted out and eight players in the transfer portal. Minnesota is 5-0 SU in bowl games under P.J. Fleck.
THE PICK: Minnesota -6.5
Saturday, Jan. 4 - Bahamas Bowl
Liberty vs. Buffalo (-2, T-51)
This line opened with Liberty -2.5, but starting quarterback Kaidon Salter signed with Colorado. The Flames are also missing four other starters on offense and defense, with Appalachian State transfer Ryan Burger getting the start. Buffalo is only missing its kicker and receiver Javien Cuff, otherwise, the roster is mostly intact.
THE PICK: Buffalo -2