It’s all going to come down to championship week. Caleb and Matt are separated by just one game and this week we’re taking a look at every conference championship. Make sure to check out our individual picks below and sound off in the comments section with your selections.
Season Results
| Name | Last Week | Overall |
| Matt | 1-2 | 27-18 |
| Caleb | 3-0 | 26-19 |
| Craig | 3-0 | 15-30 |
| Zack | 2-1 | 13-31-1 |
Championship Picks
Caleb
Western KY (+5) vs Jax State – Western Kentucky won this match up by 2 just a week ago. I think they will come into this game with confidence and be able to bring home the conference USA championship.
Boise St (-4) vs UNLV – Boise ST is one of the top teams in the country, I expect them to keep rolling this weekend and lockdown a top 4 seed for the CFP.
Tulane (-5) vs Army – While Army has been a very good team this year, I expect the green wave to be able to score and score fast something Army just can’t do.
Arizona State (-2) vs Iowa State – ASU has been playing their best ball at the end of the season and look to be the best team in the Big 12 and I have faith that they will prove they are the best team in the big 12.
Miami Ohio (-2) vs Ohio – Miami Ohio won the regular season matchup earlier this season and I expect them to be able to do it again.
Georgia (+2.5) vs Texas – Georgia bullied Texas in Austin earlier this season, and they will do it again this Saturday.
Louisiana (-6) vs Marshall – Louisiana has an explosive offense and I expect them to be able to move the ball with ease this weekend.
Oregon (-3.5) vs Penn State – The ducks have been the best team this season and I don’t expect them to stop anytime soon.
SMU (-2) vs Clemson – Clemson started off the season slow and has really turned it around late this season, but SMU is looking to prove everyone wrong and win the ACC in their first year. I expect that to give the the edge this weekend over Clemson.
Craig
Western KY (+5) vs Jax State – Western Kentucky just beat Jax State last week. I think they’ll do it two weeks in a row.
Boise State (-4) VS UNLV – Two high powered offenses will go head to head in this one. I believe Ashton Jeanty will be the difference maker for Boise State as they get it done on Friday night.
Tulane (-5) VS Army – Hard not to cheer for Army on this one, but I think Tulane is the better team here.
Iowa State (+2) vs Arizona State – The Big 12 Championship is one of the more intriguing matchups in my opinion. I expect this to be a highly contested game with the Cyclones pulling away in the end.
M-OH -1.5 vs. Ohio – Miami of Ohio won this matchup by 10 points earlier in the season. I expect this result to be very similar.
Georgia (+2.5) vs Texas – Georgia has already handed Texas their only loss this season. Meanwhile, the Longhorns still don’t have a win over a current top 25 team. I like the Bulldogs in this one.
Louisiana (-6) vs. Marshall – The Ragin Cajuns will have a huge advantage at the QB position. For this reason I’m going with Louisiana.
Oregon (-3.5) vs. Penn State – Dillon Gabriel and the Ducks have looked like the best team in college football all year. I don’t expect that to change this weekend.
Clemson (+2.5) vs. SMU – Never count out Dabo and the Clemson Tigers. I like them as underdogs.
Matt
Western Kentucky (+4.5) vs. Jacksonville State – This is a rematch of a game that just happened last week, where Western Kentucky pulled off a close 19-17 victory. While Jacksonville State is favored, the recent head-to-head matchup suggests that Western Kentucky has the edge.
UNLV (+4.5) vs. Boise State – UNLV has been a surprise team this year, and their explosive offense could keep the game close. Expect a high-scoring affair with both teams trading blows. Ultimately, Boise State’s strong defense and home-field advantage should be the deciding factor.
Army (+5) vs. Tulane – Both Tulane and Army have had impressive seasons, and this game is expected to be a close contest. Tulane, with their high-powered offense, has the edge, but Army’s unique triple-option offense and strong defense could keep the game competitive.
Arizona State (-1.5) vs. Iowa State – While Iowa State has a strong defense, Arizona State’s high-powered offense, led by their talented quarterback Sam Leavitt, could be the difference-maker. Expect a high-scoring game with plenty of big plays.
Miami (OH) (-2) vs. Ohio – Miami (OH)’s balanced offense and their ability to control the clock could be the deciding factor.
Texas (-2.5) vs. Georgia – Expect a high-scoring game with both teams trading blows. Ultimately, Texas’s ability to move the ball consistently and score points quickly could give them the edge in this closely contested game.
Marshall (+6) vs. Louisiana – Louisiana, with their high-powered offense and strong defense, is favored to win. However, Marshall has been a resilient team and can never be counted out.
Oregon (-3.5) vs. Penn State – Oregon’s dynamic offense has been unstoppable this season. However, Penn State’s defense has been solid and can slow down the Ducks’ attack. The game could come down to the wire.
SMU (-2.5) vs. Clemson – SMU has won nine games in a row, all since Kevin Jennings took over as the starting quarterback. The Mustangs have averaged 40.8 points a game during that stretch.
Zack
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Jacksonville State Gamecocks (-4) | Western Kentucky just defeated Jacksonville State last weekend, but I think the Gamecocks get the win in the quick turnaround of a rematch.
UNLV Rebels (+4.5) at Boise State Broncos | I can’t help but take the Rebels here. The Broncos won the first meeting, are the favorite, and have a Heisman candidate in the backfield, but I’m a sucker for an underdog here, so I have a hard time believing UNLV won’t at least cover the spread.
Tulane Green Wave at Army Black Knights (+5.5) | Army will control the time of possession with their incredible ground game, and if they don’t win, they’re definitely not losing by more than a field goal.
Iowa State Cyclones at Arizona State Sun Devils (-1) | I like the Sun Devils to win this one. I think they’ve played better down the stretch, and their style is going to be able to control the game over the Cyclones.
Ohio Bobcats (+2.5) at Miami (OH) Redhawks | The Redhawks took the first meeting, so I’m taking the Bobcats to win the rematch.
Georgia Bulldogs at Texas Longhorns (-2) | Georgia defeated Texas handily in the first meeting, and Texas still doesn’t hold a win over a currently ranked team. Part of that is because the Longhorns have knocked some teams out of the top 25, and so I’m taking Texas to win the rematch.
Marshall Thundering Herd (-6) at Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns | I’m taking Marshall to win this one because I think they’re the more balanced team.
Penn State Nittany Lions at Oregon Ducks (-3.5) | This is about as tough of a game as there is to pick, but I like the Ducks to remain undefeated.
Clemson Tigers at SMU Mustangs (-1.5) | SMU has been the more consistent team this season, so I’m taking them to win this game against Clemson.
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