It was -8 now -8.5 which is fine, no functional difference..
I believe the sympathy motivation angle on Texas is being overestimated
- the fact is this is the last game for many departing seniors on both
sides... and it's a "bowl" game on national television, it is ridiculous to
think the Ducks will not be motivated. Remember motivation goes both
ways.. it can make young kids make stupid choices and lose their heads
also, especially if they have to confront a complicated offense like Oregon's..
I get it, coach's last game, Alamo Bowl. How romantic. But Oregon is
a 14.5 fave and a -600 ML for many reasons...
1st half being only one TD and a FG, not much to ask for..
seems like a more secure bet than laying -14 or -14.5 as there will
be no risk of late-game shenanigans.
I believe the sympathy motivation angle on Texas is being overestimated
- the fact is this is the last game for many departing seniors on both
sides... and it's a "bowl" game on national television, it is ridiculous to
think the Ducks will not be motivated. Remember motivation goes both
ways.. it can make young kids make stupid choices and lose their heads
also, especially if they have to confront a complicated offense like Oregon's..
I get it, coach's last game, Alamo Bowl. How romantic. But Oregon is
a 14.5 fave and a -600 ML for many reasons...
1st half being only one TD and a FG, not much to ask for..
seems like a more secure bet than laying -14 or -14.5 as there will
be no risk of late-game shenanigans.