Episode 109 – College Football Week 8 - Key Matchups, DFS Tips, and Betting Picks
Introduction:
Woj and Wahl are back for Week 8 of the College Football Rundown! This week, they analyze the biggest matchups, provide betting insights, and share their top fantasy picks for the weekend. Get ready for another action-packed week in college football with breakdowns of key games and DraftKings tips to help you dominate your fantasy contests!
Episode Number: #109
Release Date: Thursday, October 16, 2024
Last Week’s Picks:
Wahl (6-1) - Central Michigan +3 (WON by 1)
Woj (4-2-1) - Pitt -3 (LOST by 1)
This Week’s Picks:
Wahl and Woj are keeping their picks close to the chest this week. Tune in to hear who they're backing and why!
Upcoming Games:
#7 Alabama @ #11 Tennessee - Saturday, 2:30 PM ET on ABC
A pivotal SEC matchup as Alabama looks to keep their playoff hopes alive while Tennessee aims to defend their home turf.
#24 Michigan @ #22 Illinois - Saturday, 2:30 PM ET on CBS
A Big Ten clash with serious implications as both teams fight for conference supremacy.
#5 Georgia @ #1 Texas - Saturday, 6:30 PM ET on ABC
A showdown between two top teams as Georgia seeks to upset the undefeated Texas Longhorns in Austin.
Gambling Section:
Woj and Wahl break down the top games and most interesting lines of the week. They’re taking a deep dive into spreads, over/under totals, and possible upsets.
Daily Fantasy:
Spending big $ on one player: - This week, Woj and Wahl discuss a key player worth the splurge in your DFS lineup. Find out who!
Cheap options to help: - Hear about some lower-cost players who could bring big returns and help balance your lineup.
Woj And Wahl Pick Em':
Wahl (6-1) - Who will Wahl pick to keep his winning streak alive? Tune in to find out!
Woj (4-2-1) - Woj looks to rebound this week. Check out his thoughts on the upcoming games.
DraftKings League:
Woj wins with 173.14 points! - Woj takes the top spot this week in the DraftKings League, with Storey1135 and jmduf rounding out the top three.
Saturdays 12-Game Main Slate: - Woj and Wahl break down their favorite plays and value picks for this weekend’s DraftKings contests.
Last Week’s Games:
Texas Dominates #1 Spot: - Texas flexes its muscles, crushing Oklahoma 34-3 behind Quinn Ewers' 199 passing yards and Quintrevion Wisner's 118 rushing yards.
Oregon Escapes by 1: - Ducks edge Ohio State 32-31 in a thriller, as Dillon Gabriel puts up 341 yards for Ohio State, but Oregon holds off the late rally.
LSU’s Overtime Heroics: - LSU keeps playoff hopes alive with a gritty 29-26 overtime win against Ole Miss.
Penn State’s 2nd-Half Comeback: - Penn State overcomes USC with a 33-30 overtime victory.
Illinois in a Thriller: - Luke Altmyer shines as Illinois edges Purdue 50-49 in an overtime shootout.
Arizona State Upsets #16 Utah: - Cam Skattebo carries Arizona State to a shocking 27-19 victory over Utah with a monstrous 158 rushing yards.
Alabama Holds On: - Alabama narrowly escapes with a 27-25 win over South Carolina.
Liberty Overcomes FIU in OT: - Liberty edges FIU 31-24 in overtime, with a strong rushing performance.
DraftKings Prospects:
Everything Baylor: - Woj focuses on one player for fantasy value. Tune in to find out which positions could offer the most upside this week!
QB: - Hear about a key quarterback in a favorable matchup this week.
WR: - Find out which budget wide receiver could offer serious upside in this weekend's slate.
DraftKings League 12-Game Saturday Main Slate:
Auburn @ #19 Missouri 11:00 AM ET on ESPN
Virginia @ #10 Clemson 11:00 AM ET on ACC Network
#6 Miami @ Louisville 11:00 AM ET on ABC
Nebraska @ #16 Indiana 11:00 AM ET on FOX
UCLA @ Rutgers 11:00 AM ET on FS1
South Carolina @ Oklahoma 11:45 AM ET on SECN
#7 Alabama @ #11 Tennessee 2:30 PM ET on ABC
#12 Notre Dame @ Georgia Tech 2:30 PM ET on ESPN
#24 Michigan @ #22 Illinois 2:30 PM ET on CBS
Colorado @ Arizona 3:00 PM ET on FOX
Baylor @ Texas Tech 3:00 PM ET on ESPN2
USC @ Maryland 3:00 PM ET on FS1
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