Pittsburg at South Florida

**bosterosoy** · 10-02-08, 08:24 AM

First year starting QB away who has more INT than TD is a risky bet. Selvie is expected to play, which will make McCoy's night hell.

Leaning towards South Florida

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 08:57 AM

Im taking Pitt +13.5 but think they may just win this one as well

**MartinBlank** · 10-02-08, 09:33 AM

Did you guys watch Pitt last week?

They were losing to Syracuse in the second half.

I have one rule. Never put money on a Dave Wannstedt coached team. Especially on the money line.

I will be absolutely stunned if South Florida does not win this by 17-21 points.

**atlsportsfan** · 10-02-08, 09:47 AM

I just read the writeup on the homepage, it seems usf has alot of key injuries coming into tonight, I think Pitt couldve been looking past Syracuse last week for this game against a top 10 team on national TV, plus its a Thursday night game where the dogs rule. Im leaning towards Pitt and the points, but for what its worth Im 1-4 since Sunday night

. Boise State saved my butt last night after a horrible week for me, cashed in a big win on the first half -14 then called it a night, hopefully keep in going tonight. Good luck guys

**Miser** · 10-02-08, 09:49 AM

Is there a ML for Pitt? My book doesn't have one posted.

**atlsportsfan** · 10-02-08, 09:52 AM

Originally posted by Miser

Is there a ML for Pitt? My book doesn't have one posted.

ML Pitt +475 on bookmaker

**TPowell** · 10-02-08, 10:02 AM

South Florida ML, Pitt will snatch defeat from the jaws of victory

**LINE-crush-ER** · 10-02-08, 10:34 AM

south florida wins this one easy , why would you think it would be a n upset ,,,,,if anything get off this bet , pitt want never be in this one .....

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 10:37 AM

Originally posted by MartinBlank

Did you guys watch Pitt last week?

They were losing to Syracuse in the second half.

I have one rule. Never put money on a Dave Wannstedt coached team. Especially on the money line.

I will be absolutely stunned if South Florida does not win this by 17-21 points.

Did you watch USF against Florida International? Teams can play down to their competition. Pittsburgh will cover this spread, not sure if they win straight up but I think they have a good shot

**teaserpleaser** · 10-02-08, 10:43 AM

Originally posted by atlsportsfan

ML Pitt +475 on bookmaker

If you want a chance at a huge return take the Oregon state ML +350 at least then your money has a legit chance. I dont see anyway Pitt can win this game. Did you watch the syracuse game??? I did Theres no way they can keep up with the USF offense. I wouldnt be surprised if Pitt was down 14 at half.

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 10:54 AM

Originally posted by teaserpleaser

If you want a chance at a huge return take the Oregon state ML +350 at least then your money has a legit chance. I dont see anyway Pitt can win this game. Did you watch the syracuse game??? I did Theres no way they can keep up with the USF offense. I wouldnt be surprised if Pitt was down 14 at half.

First of all Oregon St. is horrible away from home and wont even cover against Utah let alone win straight up. Everyone talks about the USF offense they couldnt score for shit against Florida International for gods sakes. Pittsburgh has a much better shot at beating usf than oregon st does of beating Utah

**k1ane** · 10-02-08, 11:06 AM

What's everyone think of this 3 Team/9 Point Teaser?

UAB (+3) +12
S.Florida (-13) -4
Utah (-11) -3

**MartinBlank** · 10-02-08, 11:15 AM

Here's the thing about Pitt.

Can you name me a game this year where they looked impressive?

This isn't about one game.

Pitt is 0-4 ATS.

The lost straight up to Bowling Green.
The didn't cover the 14 against Buffalo.
They didn't cover the 1.5 against Iowa.
They didn't cover the 15.5 against Syracuse.

I am not playing the game, but I don't see how anyone can look at Pitt and think "value" based on their horrific performance this year.

Oh yeah, Pitt's a bargain alright.

**khoale2004** · 10-02-08, 11:45 AM

i got 5 units on USF already pitt look like a HS football team to me. it a gift that vegas only give -13.5

**teaserpleaser** · 10-02-08, 11:55 AM

Originally posted by Dbldown11

First of all Oregon St. is horrible away from home and wont even cover against Utah let alone win straight up. Everyone talks about the USF offense they couldnt score for shit against Florida International for gods sakes. Pittsburgh has a much better shot at beating usf than oregon st does of beating Utah

Good luck we will see after tonight... dude Pitt lost at home to bowling green... almost lost to Iowa at home and and was behind most of the game @ syracuse

This is the first BIG road trip vs a really good Big East team,who has pitt been tested by that has the talent of USF?? Oregon state on the other hand has been tested they played a decent stanford, a very good penn state, and just played the most talented team in all the land USC.(OST also had a good look at the spread offense when they crushed hawaii so that helps as well) so I think they will be ready to face a good Utah team that they got a "W" against last year. (good luck getting the outright win vs USF with Wannstedts conservative play calling

) Even if you took the points your not safe with Wannstedt on the Pitt sidelines.

**FadeThePublic** · 10-02-08, 12:12 PM

South Florida wins by at least 14 points. Wannstedt is a f-ckin idiot. TeaserPleaser can tell you all about Wannstedt.

**teaserpleaser** · 10-02-08, 12:18 PM

Fade lets make that money.... That was a hell of call on that Ravens +6

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 12:19 PM

Originally posted by teaserpleaser

Good luck we will see after tonight... dude Pitt lost at home to bowling green... almost lost to Iowa at home and and was behind most of the game @ syracuse

This is the first BIG road trip vs a really good Big East team,who has pitt been tested by that has the talent of USF?? Oregon state on the other hand has been tested they played a decent stanford, a very good penn state, and just played the most talented team in all the land USC.(OST also had a good look at the spread offense when they crushed hawaii so that helps as well) so I think they will be ready to face a good Utah team that they got a "W" against last year. (good luck getting the outright win vs USF with Wannstedts conservative play calling

) Even if you took the points your not safe with Wannstedt on the Pitt sidelines.

First of all i am taking the points. I never said that I was playing them ML, I said that they had a chance to win. USF has only been tested in one game. Pitt was bad last year as well and beat West Va. Oregon St. tested? Sure they played Standford and Penn St. on the road so that was their test. The result of those tests????? F!!!!!! They failed miserably in both outings. and just because they beat USC at home does not mean they are the play in tonights game. Everyone knows that they always play USC tough at home. That does not change the fact that they are a horrible road team

**teaserpleaser** · 10-02-08, 12:26 PM

$100 play on oregon state ML +350 if i lose I'll live, I know its +350 for a reason ... If oregon state cant cover my +18 I have on them in a Teaser they will find themselves on my banishment list. Dbldown11 I wish you the best of luck we'll see how the games turn out.

**bosterosoy** · 10-02-08, 12:30 PM

Pitt is going into S Florida with a horrible QB facing a South Florida defense that is 4th against the run. Pitt might have a decent defense but they will be on the field all game.

Oregon State is much more physical than Utah. The O and D lines struggled against an Air force whose linemen weigh 40 - 60 ponds less than the O state linemen. Not to mention disparity in speed.

IMO

BOL

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 12:31 PM

Thanks teaserpleaser same to you....although i hope your luck isnt as good as mine. haha

**Dbldown11** · 10-02-08, 12:32 PM

Originally posted by bosterosoy

Pitt is going into S Florida with a horrible QB facing a South Florida defense that is 4th against the run. Pitt might have a decent defense but they will be on the field all game.

Oregon State is much more physical than Utah. The O and D lines struggled against an Air force whose linemen weigh 40 - 60 ponds less than the O state linemen. Not to mention disparity in speed.

IMO

BOL

South Florida has huge injury problems to deal with in tonights game. Pittsburgh is always a team that plays up to, or down to their opponents skill level.

**FadeThePublic** · 10-02-08, 12:35 PM

Originally posted by teaserpleaser

Fade lets make that money.... That was a hell of call on that Ravens +6

Thanks teaser.. GL on your bets today.

**dchecks** · 10-02-08, 01:43 PM

What about the over/under on this game? Anybody?

**element1286** · 10-02-08, 01:45 PM

It's spelled Pittsburgh, why is that so hard for everyone to remember?

**Beat up the book** · 10-02-08, 02:35 PM

Originally posted by tab

Pittsburg +7 (h)
Pittsburg ML (h)
Pittsburg +13.5 (g)
Pittsburg ML (g)

South florida will be without defensive tackle George Selvie, nose tackle Terrell McClain who are listed as doubtful with ankle injuries. Starting linebacker Brouce Mompremier is also out for SOuth Florida. Kicker Justin Teachey is also doubtful for South Florida.

DOes anyone else sense an upset here.

I herd you like pittsburgh a little.

**manofmyth** · 10-02-08, 02:42 PM

it won't matter who SFla has on D, they have more talent. The matchup is who does Pitt have on D that can stop SFla offensive attack?? If they couldn't stop a lackluster Syracuse, how could they come close to slowing down SFla?? I don't get how you can take a Pitt team that has not played well against 2nd and 3rd tier teams. SFla has a chance to win the Big East and get the BCS shot they handed away last year, it's a weekday, nationally televised game, even with the injuries SFla is coming out to get votes to move up.

And what happened last week with the dogs winning during weekday games, isn't going to happen this week. Granted MTSU didn't cover Tuesday, but Boise St covering -25 and played for votes, look for SFla, Utah, and BYU to win big these next couple of days. Espicially BYU, Utah St is horrible.

**Tigers1230** · 10-02-08, 02:46 PM

If you are putting money on the Pitt ML then you should just burn your money. You would have a better shot at a 5 game parlay.

**etothep** · 10-02-08, 02:58 PM

Originally posted by k1ane

What's everyone think of this 3 Team/9 Point Teaser?

UAB (+3) +12
S.Florida (-13) -4
Utah (-11) -3

I think your book is screwing you over with that 9pt line in the Utes game

Originally posted by tab

Kicker Justin Teachey is also doubtful for South Florida.

If you haven't paid enough attention to a team to know they have had Bonani kicking for them for the past couple weeks, then maybe you should select a different game to bet on

**TPowell** · 10-02-08, 02:59 PM

South Florida can afford some hits to their defense, its a very talented group and IF Selvie plays than I dont think Pitt has a chance. I'm on South Florida ML because I wasnt sure on the total and I'm scared to lay points with South Florida

**element1286** · 10-02-08, 03:06 PM

A couple of things.

1. South Florida has been able to run the ball when necessary all season. And Pitt's small defensive line has been vulnerable to downhill runners.

2. South Florida has a couple of injuries upfront, and Pitt's offensive line is gelling, and have the best backs in the Big East.

3. Matt Grothe has not had a lot of success against Pitt as far as passing. But he has hurt them dearly running the ball, especially in key points in the game.

4. Pitt has a very young defensive backfield, and are prone to breakdowns. Although Arron Berry is very physical and will match up favorably against any of USF's recievers.

5. USF's defensive backs, which are very good and experienced, against Pitt's recievers who are also very good and experienced. Whoever wins this battle go along way in determining the game.

6. Pressure, Pitt's defensive line has been hit or miss as far as a pass rush. While South Florida's pass rush has been consitant all year.

**mmike032** · 10-02-08, 03:06 PM

I got USF-14 tonight.

thinking about putting some on Oregon ST -11. What am I missing here?
OS impressed me last week, could it have been a fluke or is Utah that good?
I dont know a damn thing about Utah except what I have read on here

**element1286** · 10-02-08, 03:09 PM

Originally posted by mmike032

I got USF-14 tonight.

thinking about putting some on Oregon ST -11. What am I missing here?
OS impressed me last week, could it have been a fluke or is Utah that good?
I dont know a damn thing about Utah except what I have read on here

Utah is pretty good. And OSU last week was a fluke. I am not playing that game, but I would lean Utah.

**khoale2004** · 10-02-08, 05:22 PM

this is what i play i m on a 89% football picks between ncaa and nfl

5 units on iowa +8
3 units on cal -9.5
3 units on UTEP +8
3 units on Tulsa -14

for Thursday nite i only play USF -13.5 for 2 units

if you like my pick follow me if not just think this as a joke

thank you
KL