How can you not back LSU even against a very good and deeply talented Florida team. Florida is off an emotional loss and unfortunately this is not the team you follow up with after a performance like last week. They nearly got off to a 14-3 lead vs. Alabama, but we know the rest is history as Brantley got hurt and Florida couldn't manage 50 yards of total offense the rest of the game and were shut out the final 3 quarters. LSU's defense is just as good if not better and Florida is going on the road for this game, I don't think so. LSU should be able to run much like Alabama did as they averaged 5.3 ypc. Florida on the other hand have turned into a one dimensional team. Driskel takes over at QB and he threw 2 interceptions in a partial game now he goes up against the best secondary with playmakers all over the field. You can dink and dunk all you want with Demps and Rainey that will not get you anywhere against the speed of the Tigers who will cover this spread via short field position and forced turnovers turning into points.
Utah had an ugly game last week vs. Washington now doubt and now they face Arizona State that's supposed to be the best, but hold up a second because Utah played right with USC on the road and despite Utah losing their QB Jordan Wynn I actually think they may be better off as they were last in the Pac 12 in total offense despite having a really good running back. Starting Jon Hays and running the spread offense again should result in more points. Utah's defense has been great and the defensive line should give Arizona some big problems on Saturday. Utah is a desperate team and they'll play like that on Saturday. The main reason for this pick though is the injuries on the Arizona State offensive line and Utah's ability to stop the run ranked 31st, and their strength up front that should get pressure at home forcing Arizona State to be one dimensional. Arizona State is giving the ball away 2 times a game and that's another spot Utah should be able to take advantage. Arizona State is the flavor of month in a wide open Pac 12 and they are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 as a favorite 3.5-10 points, while Utah is 15-6-1 ATS in their last 22 as a dog 3.5 to 10points.
