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The Bo Pellini era kicks off in Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Saturday to the delight of Husker Nation, who filled the same stadium this past spring game close to 75,000 people. Expectations are high in Huskerland, but also managed somewhat by a level headed new head coach with Husker ties. Actually Bo Pellini is 1-0 as Husker head coach, as he led the Huskers to victory in 2003 in the Alamo Bowl after the firing of Frank Solich, thus an era of disappointment and downslide under Bill Callahan began. The order in Lincoln Nebraska is about to be restored under AD Tom Osborne and his new hire.

Nebraska will be sky high and return in tact a great deal of the 9th ranked offense in the country last year with QB Joe Ganz at the helm, a very capable QB who threw for 16 TD's and 1400 yards in 4 starts at Nebraska last year. RB Marlon Lucky is a top 3 back in the Big 12, and the offensive line returns all 4. The problem is defense, and they were deplorable in 2007. With Bo Pellini running the show, and proving his prowess at calling defenses as head man at LSU, when his defense's dominated the SEC and won titles, expect a re-newed vigor for the once proud Blackshirts at Nebraska. Expect a monster effort this Saturday in all phases as winning needs to be established early and in convincing fashion.

Western Michigan is no patsy, but is in a real tough spot here. Tim Hiller at QB threw for 267 yards per game in 2007 and returns as well as their RB who pounded out 858 yards last year, as the Bronco's ended up 5-7 overall, and to note, 2-8-1 ATS in lined games last year, which is a concern. The defense of WM allowed over 400 yards per game last year and that is the KEY to this game. Nebraska's offense is a Top 5 offense in the Big 12 this year, mark my words. They will move the chains all day long. The defense will be improved vastly and the home opener will be one big coming out party, as Bo Pellini will drop the hammer and make the natives very happy in Husker Nation this Saturday.

Nebraska 41 Western Michigan 17

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Revenge is on the mind of the Bobcats as they head to Wyoming but getting that revenge on the road is a very difficult challenge. The Cowboys won this game last season by a single point in Athens so with that, the thinking could be another close game is in store. That is not the case as that score does not tell the story. Wyoming outgained Ohio 441-292 and more than doubled the first downs but the Bobcats were able to keep it close thanks to a 94-yard kickoff return as well as a 30-yard interception return.

One stat that jumps out was the rushing totals. Wyoming finished with 267 yards on 47 carries (5.7 ypc) while the Bobcats were limited to 37 yards on 33 carries (1.1 ypc) and I would not be surprised to see a similar disparity again this season. The Ohio rushing game will take a serious hit this season with the loss of Kalvin McRae who rushed for 4,398 yards for the Bobcats over the last three seasons. Chris Garrett will take over for McRae and he had just 108 yards last season.

On the other side, the Cowboys bring in a superior rushing game and there is even better news with a new system. The Cowboys should fit into his system right away as it relies heavily on running the ball with a simplified playbook. Reason being is that Wyoming brings back two solid backs in Devin Moore and Wynel Seldon as well as all five offensive linemen. The offensive line is ranked the second best in the MWC and is going to be able to knock around the Bobcats here.

The Bobcats finished 91st in rushing defense last season, allowing 186.4 ypg on 4.5 ypc and with an offense likely to be less productive, it will be up to the defense to improve and help carry the squad early on. That could happen in some cases but not here. After allowing just 303 ypg and 18.1 ppg in 2006, the Bobcats gave up 407 ypg and 29.9 ppg last year. Overall, Ohio once again brings back the fewest starters in the MAC and it is going to show its growing pains. The Cowboys know they escaped this meeting last season so they will not be taking the Bobcats lightly. Play Wyoming Cowboys 1.5 Units

The first full card of the college football season is Saturday and it is loaded with moneymaking opportunities! The TOP PLAY on the card is form an out of conference matchup and one that has the makings of an ANNIHILATION! Join Fargo for his Non-Conference Game of the Month that is backed by a 35-11 (76.1%) Power Situation! Get on it now and bring it home with ease!

Oakland continues its inconsistent play and most of that is due to a lethargic offense. The A’s have a .192 average over their last 11 games and over this span, they have averaged only 2.5 rpg. They have hit .219 or worse in nine of those games. Of their last six losses, all have been by at least two runs and have been by an average of 5.8 rpg so the runline is in good shape here. Also, Oakland is 3-13 on the road against the runline when facing a starting pitcher whose ERA is 3.50 or better.

The pitcher in question here is Joe Saunders who has quietly had a spectacular season thus far. He is 14-6 with a 3.37 ERA and while coming off a horrible start, he is in a good spot to rebound. Previous to this last game he had allowed four runs or more four times and followed that up with a quality outing next time out with the Angels going 3-1 in those games. This season, he is 2-0 with a 1.26 ERA in two starts against Oakland who is 5-15 in its last 20 road games against a left-handed starter.

Oakland counters with Gio Gonzalez who has not pitched very well this season. He has a 6.52 ERA in his four starts, none of which have been quality, and Oakland has gone 1-3 in those games. He has a 1.76 WHIP as well and on top of that, the A’s are giving him only 2.3 rpg of support. On the flip side, the opposition has plated 8.8 rpg in those four outings. The Angels are 14-6 in their last 20 home games against a left-handed starter while hitting a solid .281 at home against lefty pitching. Play Los Angeles Angles -1.5 Runs 1.5 Units

Fargo is coming off a 2-1 night although his TOP PLAY went down but he reverses that tonight! He is 59-40 (59.6%) over his last 97 Premiums and he extends the run with another TOP PLAY Winner! Join him for his National League Game of the Week and take home an easy one! To top it off, this game is backed by 39-10 (79.6%) Team Angles! Do not miss the boat this time around!