Every week we'll try to pick the Big East games heading into the weekend and pick a bonus national game. Let's kick off week one right here, right now (home teams in CAPS).
RUTGERS (-38.5) over Norfolk State (Thursday)
This game already started, but I was taking Rutgers no matter what. Way to schedule tough Scarlet Knights ... although 'Cuse probably shouldn't talk this year.
UTAH (-3.0) over Pittsburgh (Thursday)
Homefield advantage for the Utes probably makes the difference, but if Pitt can steal the road win it would go a long way towards boosting the Big East's image.
Connecticut (+3.0) over MICHIGAN
Another key game for Big East pride. The Huskies seem to improve every year and Michigan is looking for a reason to fire Rich Rodriguez. This game will help move the process along.
Kentucy (-3.0) over LOUISVILLE
Tough game to call with two bad teams battling it out in a rivalry game. Kentucky probably sucks less though, so let's make them the pick.
WEST VIRGINIA (N/A) over Coastal Carolina
Couldn't find a line on this game yet, but does it really matter? I'll take the Mountaineers and 100 if that's what it takes.
SOUTH FLORIDA (N/A) over Stony Brook
Same deal. No way Stony Brook comes close.
Cincinnati (+2.5) over FRESNO STATE
Can't decide if I think Cincy's better than Pitt or I think Utah's better than Fresno State. Either way, I'm taking the Bearcats in the road upset.
BONUS: Boise State (-1.5) over VIRGINIA TECH
I'm surprised the Broncos are favored in a virtual road game in Landover, Md. Still, the Hokies, and the ACC, always come up small in games like these. I'll take the boys in blue.
SYRACUSE (-7.5) over Akron
Stay tuned for tomorrow's preview to find out why ...
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