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Clemson vs. Boston College Week 9 Preview & Pick

On SATURDAY OCTOBER 30th, 2010 its the Clemson Tigers vs. Boston College Eagles. Odds currently have the Tigers listed as 7-point favorites, the game’s total is set at 40.5. Here is a preview, free pick plus the college football betting angle.

Clemson Tigers vs Boston College Eagles Gambling Preview + Predictions

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Week 9: Clemson vs BC Matchup + Gambling Preview

Date: Saturday, October 30, 2010
Venue: Alumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA
Broadcast: ESPN GP/ACC Network
Clemson Tigers at Boston College Eagles Betting Lines from Betus.com
Money Line: OFF
Spread: Clemson -7
Over/Under: 40.5
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Clemson Tigers (4-3)

We’ve heard about the consequences of poking the bear. What about poking the Tiger?

Clemson got a raw deal in its third, fourth and fifth games, losing three straight close ones against very tough opponents in Auburn, Miami (FL) and North Carolina. The Tigers were a better team than their 2-3 record showed at that moment and it’s no surprise that they’ve caught fire since then.

Two weeks ago, the Tigers capitalized on turnovers and Andre Ellington ran a kick back for a touchdown en route to a 31-7 win over Maryland. Last week, it was the Ellington show again versus Georgia Tech. He rushed for a career-high 166 yards and two scores on 20 carries, leading Clemson to a 27-13 victory. Amazingly, Clemson’s defense also held Josh Nesbitt to two rushing yards on 15 attempts. Not a misprint.

However, the Tigers will be tested in a different way this week. Boston College is one of the ACC’s top defensive teams and has by far the best run-stopping defense in the conference. If the Eagles shut down Ellington, they’ll force the ball into Kyle Parker’s hands. Is Parker ready for the task of leading Clemson downfield? He’s been more of a caretaker this season, averaging just 162.7 passing yards per game and throwing for eight scores with four picks in seven contests. [soliloquy id=”82219″]

Boston College Eagles (2-5)

We’ve established that the Eagles’ calling card is their defense. So why the 2-5 record and 0-4 mark within the ACC? Well, scoring isn’t Boston College’s strong suit. The Eagles rank last in the ACC in total yards, points per game and rushing yards. Between quarterbacks Dave Shinskie, Mike Marscovetra and Chaste Rettig, they’ve thrown for nine touchdown passes and 12 interceptions. They’ve eaten 20 sacks in seven games. No signal caller on the team has more touchdown passes than picks.

Boston College actually has a solid starting running back in Montel Harris, who averages 99. 1 rushing yards per game, but it’s forced to abandon the run too often after falling behind in games.

The pick:

Even though Boston College plays superior defense, that unit could get tired if it stays on the field all game. The Eagles can’t score no matter who starts at quarterback (will it be Rettig again this week? Does it matter?). And, if Clemson could handle Nesbitt on the ground last week, it can handle Harris.

I wouldn’t expect a lot of scoring in this matchup. Boston College will stack the box against Ellington and Parker will probably hit some speed bumps when pressed into what could be his most extensive action this season. Still, with the Eagles not likely to score much, it’s not like Parker will have to be all-world for Clemson to win.

Pick the Tigers to win – ugly – and cover.

Clemson vs Boston College prediction: Clemson 21, Boston College 10

Money Line: OFF
Spread: Clemson -7
Over/Under: UNDER 40.5

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