Good teams win, great teams cover: Championship week edition

It's December, and the boys are back. Let's get into it.


Brad
Utah -6.5 over Oregon (LOL)

Baylor [+9] over Oklahoma
I'm not saying the Bears are going to win this game. However, they did significantly outplay the Sooners for a half in Waco, and would be 12-0 had they just finished the game. Both of these teams can't escape playing close games and this should be no different.


LSU [-6.5] over Georgia
This is probably the safest bet of the weekend. Georgia is a good football team, but LSU is playing for its first SEC championship since 2011. and will feel compelled to just unleash on the Bulldogs. This game will come down to the opening quarter. If UGA can run the ball effectively and kill the clock, this will be a good game. If not, expect a Tiger rout.

NFL 
Browns [-7.5] over Bengals 
The Browns are angry, which is not a good sign for a horrid Bengals team. The game will start slow, but Cleveland will unload for 24 points in the second quarter.

Falcons [-3] over Panthers
Matt Ryan or the team that just fired its head coach? Matt Ryan.

Dolphins [+5.5] over Jets
I'm officially jumping ship on the Jets. I've supported Sam Darnold and company for too long. I believe Miami will finish strong and reach six wins. Who would have thought?

Jeff
College
Oklahoma [+9] over Baylor
LSU [-7] over Georgia
NFL
Dolphins [+5.5] over Jets

Joe 
College
Oklahoma [-9] over Baylor 
Baylor had its shot at Oklahoma a few weeks ago, and it blew it. The Sooners know what to expect from Baylor, and they'll be ready to go.

UVA [+28.5] over Clemson
Obviously, I like the Tigers to win, but 28.5 points is a lot of points. UVA can score, and I think Bryce Perkins will lead the offense to enough yards and points to cover the spread.

Ohio State [-16] over Wisconsin
Ohio State will do what Ohio State does.

NFL
Ravens [-6.0] over Bills
Baltimore has won five of its last six games by 14, 17, 36, 34, and 39 points respectively. I think the Ravens can win this game by six.

Packers [-12.5] over Redskins 
Aaron Rodgers vs. The Redskins. I like Aaron Rodgers. A lot.

Broncos [+9] over Texans 
Denver's been playing in close games all year. Even with Courtland Sutton banged up, I feel safe picking the Broncos to keep this game within a touchdown.